A Quarter Century Birthday Milestone

For me, birthday's are something I always enjoy. Whether celebrating myself or spoiling a loved one, I simply love the excuse to spend the day celebrating & feeling loved. So when I reached the milestone of a quarter of century a few weeks back, I couldn't resist going all out with my celebrations. 

One of these celebrations included a night out with some close friends, so I thought I'd put together a post showing the outfit I put together for the occasion (plus, what better excuse for a new outfit then your birthday?!). 

Outfit: 

Dress: Boohoo - £12.00 [x]

Shoes: New Look - £29.99 [x]
Choker: New Look bought in the sale - similar linked from River
Island here [x]

The overall outfit was a relativity simple look. Of course I couldn't resist opting for my fail-safe Skater style dress. I personally find that anything Skater-style is the most flattering on my figure as it really hides those "problem areas" (aka I've eaten a whole lot of Pizza recently & it'a gone straight to my stomach.. oops). I then teamed this with some simple black "chunky" heels & a gorgeous bow choker that I picked up recently in the sale from New Look. Chokers have been a must-have accessory for some time now & I still love them as a statement alternative to a usual necklace. 

After dressing up I treated myself to a few too many glasses of Prosecco & then spent the night at local bar sipping cocktails -  a perfect birthday night. 

Do you have a "fail-safe" outfit?
I'd love to know in the comments. 

xxx

January Sales Wishlist

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas & a very Happy New Year! 

After a little break over the festive period I am very excited to get back into blogging again & really spend time working on my little corner of the internet. 

Now the rush of Christmas has come to an end, the next thing I tend to get excited over is the January Sales. Whilst I'm not one to run into town at 5am or fight people over a pair of jeans, I do enjoy finding the odd bargain - especially if it's found online from the comfort of my own home. 

To kick-start this year of blogging I couldn't resist sharing a few of the sale items that have recently caught my eye... 

1) Skincare Essentials Duo - £20.75 reduced from £26.00 - Liz Earle [x]

2) Black Suede Platforms - £16.00 reduced from £27.99 - New Look [x]

3) Nutcracker Creme Lipstick;"Saucy Little Darling" - £11.50 reduced from £17.00 - MAC [x]

4) RedKen "All Soft" Gift Set - £22.10 reduced from £29.50 - Feel Unique [x]

5) Vintage Disney Wall Canvas - £16.00 reduced from £20.00 - Debenhams [x]

6) Large Shopper Bag - £74.00 reduced from £149.00 - Ted Baker [x]

If you've spotted any great deals online, I'd love to know in the comments! 

xxx

Autumn Home Wishlist

Although I'm not quite ready to believe how quickly 2016 is going, it''s safe to say that we are well & truly into the autumn months (crazy, I know). As well as over-sized jumpers & berry lipsticks, another autumn favourite of mine has to be homeware.

Heart Tea Light Holder - Tesco - £7.50 [x]
Wifi, Coffee, Bed Mug - New Look - £4.99 [x]
"Stay Home & Snuggle" Cushion - Asda - £8.00 [x]
Faux Fur Blanket - Primark - £25.00 [x]
Pain Au Raisin Candle - Yankee Candle - £1.49 - £21.99 [x]
Copper Heart Lights - Primark - £4.00 [x]

With a mixture of vanilla & Cinnamon Pain Au Raisin is one of my favourite Yankee Candle scents (the sweet scent reminds me so much of Disneyland!) - this paired with a fluffy faux fur blanket & a coffee (or maybe hot chocolate) sounds like a perfect autumn evening.

Have you spotted any homewear items that are 

perfect for autumn?

xxx

Date Night With Adore Me*

If there's one thing I love, it's date night. Whether it's a night with a loved one or time with the girls, there's nothing better than that quality time together.  So when Adore Me* asked me to put together my ideal "date-night outfit" I immediately jumped at the chance.

Embellished Mini Dress - Asos - £35.00 [x]

As soon as I spotted this dress on Asos I knew it had to be featured in this post. Not only is the fit and flare of the skater-style a personal favourite of mine (perfect for covering any pesky lumps & bumps) the delicate floral embellishments add the perfect amount of flirty fun.

Lidia Push Up Bra Set - Adore Me - $39.95 (roughly £31.00) [x]

Whilst it may not necessarily be on show for all to see - an extremely important part of any date-night  outfit has to be a gorgeous bra set. The delicate floral lace from the Adore Me Lidia Push up Set would easily create the perfect base for any date-night look.

Glitter Clutch - Skinny Dip - £15.00 reduced from £40.00 [x]

Skinny Dip are very well known for creating items that stand out from the crowd - & this statement clutch is no exception. In my opinion this is the ideal bag for this look as it's not only gorgeous but the jewels also perfectly compliment the Asos embellished dress.

Marble Block Heels - New Look - £22.99 [x]

For me the perfect date-night shoe has to include a chunky, block heel. Not only do I find them heels much easier to walk in (especially after a few date-night cocktails) I also love the "marble-effect" on these New Look shoes.

If you're looking to put together the perfect date-night outfit, be sure to check out the gorgeous selection of sets from Adore Me* - a company that believes "lingerie is the most intimate expression of style" (which I couldn't agree with more!).

What is your ideal date night outfit?

xxx

Day To Night ft. TM Lewin*

When it comes to a long event, there really is nothing better than an outfit that covers both day & evening looks - especially when running home to change simply isn't an option. With this in mind, TM Lewin have launched a newly designed (& extremely cool sounding) Infinity Suit. 

With the aim of ensuring customers remain looking as good at the end of the day as they do at the start - the Infinity Suit addresses the two main issues of wearing a suit for long periods of time; creasing & feeling comfortable. To help combat this the suit's fabric is designed with an open weave which not only absorbs excess water, but also has a greater resistance to creasing -
ultimately leaving wearers feeling cool & comfortable throughout the day.

To help celebrate the launch of TM Lewin's new design, I've put together three outfits that I feel would not only look great alongside the Infinity Suit but would also be perfect for that day to night occasion. 

Infinity Suit - T M Lewin - items start from £100.00 [x]

Striped Wrap Around Dress - New Look - £14.99 [x]

Pencil Dress - Asos - £45.00 [x]

Double Layer Jumpsuit - Missguided - £35.00 [x]

Whether it's celebrating a loved ones wedding or heading out for a few cocktails after a long day in the office, I personally think each of these outfits would look gorgeous both day & night.  

What are your thoughts on these outfits?

If you have any tips for taking a look from day to night I'd love to know in the comments.

xxx

Saturday Drinks - OOTD

Whilst I love nights out throughout the year, I especially love not having to worry about carrying a jacket or chilly feet. So for a night of  sipping cocktails dancing I decided to go all out & show my *extremely pale* legs for the first time in months with a skater dress & wedges combination. 

Dress: Boohoo - £15.00 [x]

Shoes - New Look - £25.00 

Choker - New Look - £5.00 

Hair: Styled With Babyliss Curling Wand - £25.00 [x]

(unfortunately the shoes & choker similar linked are no longer

available, however I have linked similar items above)

As I've mentioned in previous posts, skater dresses are my favourite style for both nights out & day-to-day wear as they are perfect for hiding any pesky lumps & bumps around the stomach area. I'm also currently loving the throwback to my childhood during the 90's with chokers. In my opinion they offer a great alternative to regular necklaces & are a pretty way of a little extra something to an outfit. 

What trends are you currently loving for nights out?

I'd love to know. 

xxx

High-street Beach wishlist

With the gorgeous weather continuing here in the U.K I have been longing to take a break from my desk & head to a beach for some relaxation. Whilst I don't have any beach breaks booked anytime soon, it hasn't stopped me from browsing the summer collections currently available on the high-street.

In a bid to *try* & stop myself from purchasing multiple bikini's that I won't be wearing anytime soon, I decided to put together a wish-list containing a few of the items I've currently got my eye on.

1. Floral Print Wrap Swimsuit - Asos - £32.00 [x]

2. Stone Leather Sandals - New Look - £27.99 [x]

3. Cat-eye Sunglasses - Top Shop - £18.00 [x]

4. Elephant Print Beach Bag - Boo Hoo - £12.00 [x]

5. Chiffon Kaftan - Asos - £18.00 [x]

6. Crochet Bikini - Missguided - £30.00 [x]

Whilst I can picture myself lounging on a beach with each of the above items, my favourites have to include the Asos floral swimsuit (I imagine the wrap-around feature would be perfect for hiding any slight lumps & bumps) and Top Shop's cat-eye sunglasses - a style I will always love. 

Which is your favourite high-street store for summer items?

xxx

OOTD - Bank Holiday Drinks

If there's one thing us Brits love, it's a bank holiday weekend.. throw in some sun & pay-day Friday and it's basically Christmas come early.

In our eyes the perfect way to celebrate this extra day of freedom is (of course) to head out for a few too many drinks which perfect after a long week in the office. Not wanting to break tradition I skipped home from work & quickly got changed before heading out to a local bar with some friends.

Top: Primark - £8.00

Skirt: Boo Hoo  - £10.00 [x]

Tights: M&S - £5.00 [x]

Boots: New Look - £20.00 [x]

(I picked these up a while ago so have linked similar) 

As you can see I decided to opt for my leather-look skater skirt with a navy chiffon top. I personally love anything "skater-style" as I find it perfect for covering up those lumps and bumps around my stomach area (thanks a lot, pizza!). As we weren't heading anywhere particularly fancy, I also decided to keep the look relativity smart-causal with a tights/boots combination. Before heading out the door I finished this look by adding a leather-look jacket & a small clutch bag to carry the essentials. 

Overall this is a look that I love as it's something that can easily be dressed up or down & is perfect for any occasion. I hope you liked this little OOTD post & if you have any plans for the bank holiday weekend I'd love to know!

xxx

Spring Homeware Wishlist

As much as I love my cosy winter decorations, it's safe to say that I'm very ready for introduce some bright & floral items back into my home. Plus - what better excuse for a home-themed shopping spree than a change in season?! *not that you need an excuse of course*

1. "Good Vibes Only" Light up frame - Primark - £8.00 [x]

2. Faux Flower Display - Marks & Spencer - £35.00 [x]

3. "Here Comes the Sun" Cushion Cover - H&M - £6.99 [x]

4. Floral Mason Jar - New Look - £6.99 [x]

5. Birdcage Tea Light Holder - Matalan - £8.00 [x]

6. Wood & Lace Photo Frame - Not On The High Street - £4.25 [x]

I absolutely love each of the above & think they would look so cute dotted around the house throughout the spring/summer months. My favourites have to include the floral mason jar - perfect for sipping home-made cocktails - & the adorable lace photo frame. 

Have you spotted any nice spring home-ware?
I'm always on the look-out for new items.
xxx

Valentines Wishlist

Oh Valentines day.. The one day a year where it's perfectly acceptable to be over-the-top romantic & (dare I say it) even a little cheesy. Whether in a relationship fit for a Disney princess or simply spending time with friends, Valentines offers the perfect opportunity to show a little extra love to someone special.

In honour of this special day, I've decided to put together a wishlist of the items that - I think - are a great way to show the special female just how much you love them (yourself included - of course). *edit - any males that take a fancy to the below - please feel free to be included!*.

1. "Titsy Totsy" Bath Bomb - Lush - £3.50 [x]

2. Minnie & Mickey Mouse Mason Jar - Disney Store - £6.95 [x]

3. Endless Love Lipstick - Kiko - £5.90 [x]

4. "What I Love About You" book - Not On The Highstreet - £8.00 [x]

5. "Wild Hearts" Charm - Pandora - £35.00 [x]

6. LED Heart Light - New Look - £9.99 [x]

I personally find each of these items adorable & would be over the moon to receive any as a gift from a loved one this Valentines Day. Imagine relaxing in the bath with Lush's "Titsy Totsy" bath bomb, whilst sipping Prosecco from the Disney mason jar & day dreaming about Kiko's "Endless Love" lipstick (which - side note - is actually shaped like a heart!). 

Did you purchase or receive any gifts this Valentines Day?

I'd love to know in the comments. 

xxx

A Fashion & Beauty Haul

As the title of this post suggest, January may have been a month of treating myself to a few new Fashion & Beauty items.. Whilst it's safe to say I don't technically need any of these, picking them up definitely helped beat those lingering January blues.

Top: Primark - £10.00

Burgundy Heels - New Look - £14.00 reduced from £27.99 [x]

Jeans - Primark - £7.00 each

Nike Roche Runs - Foot Asylum - £24.99 reduced from £49.99 [x]

Invisibobbles - Primark - £1.00

Make-up Revolution "I Heart Chocolate" Palette - £7.99 [x]

Rimmel Lasting Finish Foundation - £7.99 [x]

Ariana Grande Viva Glam Lipstick - MAC - £15.50 [x]

Sanctuary Spa "Little Tin of Treats" - Boots - £4.00 reduced from £8.00 [x]

Rimmel Brow This Way clear Gel - £3.99 [x]

Fashion:

At the start of the month I was lucky enough to pick up something I've been lusting after for at least a year now - Nike Roche Runs. For women, these trainers usually retail at around £70.00 - however I recently noticed that in Foot Asylum children's sizes extend all the way to a UK 5.5 (perfect for UK size 4 me) & are therefore retail for much cheaper. Of course the added bonus of a sale meant these went straight into my basket ready to become my own. I've found that these trainers are perfect for both day-to-day & gym wear & are honestly the comfiest shoes I have ever owned. 

The next pieces I picked up were ones I was lucky enough to find whilst on sale. These include the gorgeous burgundy chunky heels from New Look & the Sanctuary Spa gift set. Both of which were picked up for much less than the original retail price. I also *accidentally* made a quick stop into Primark where - whilst purchased full priced - I managed to pick up a few bits for very reasonable prices (who could say no to £7.00 jeans?!). 

Beauty: 

The first beauty product I picked up was a a tried & tested favourite (Rimmel's Lasting Perfection Foundation) which was quickly followed by a few new items that caught my eye. These included the Ariana Grande Viva Glam Lipstick from Mac (click here to read a full review) & Brow This Way clear Gel.. Something I'm hoping will help tame those pesky fly-away hairs. 

Next I picked up something I've had my eye on for a while now.. The Make-up Revolution "I Heart Chocolate" palette. Whilst this is a clear dupe of the  Too Faced "Chocolate Bar" palette, the shades are gorgeous (plus it retails for a fraction of the price). 

I honestly love each of the items that I picked up this month & am so happy with the offers/dupes I managed to find. Although it's safe to say I'm hoping for "no-spend February" to follow! 

I hope you liked this little haul post.. If you've tried any of the products/items mentioned above, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

xxx

New Years Eve | OOTD

Happy New Year all! 

Where has this year gone? I'm sure only yesterday I was opening the first door on my advent calendar & now it's officially 2016?! So what better way to start of a new year of blogging than a little OOTD showing what I *finally* decided to wear to welcome in the New Year. 

This year Ollie & I decided to welcome 2016 in a local bar whilst enjoying a few drinks. This was then followed by a huge late-night food order (who doesn't love 2am cheesy chips after a little too much vodka?!).

Top - Primark - £9.00 

Trousers - New Look - £15.00 

Shoes - New Look - £30.00(ish)

As you can see I opted for a pair of black skinny trousers & a navy "boxy" chiffon shirt. I found this combination perfect for keeping me a little warmer whilst also covering any lumps & bumps gained from over eating throughout Christmas. This was then tied together with my trusty & well loved black wedges to ensure my feet weren't in too much pain as the night went on.

I found this the perfect outfit for a night out as it was both comfortable & flattering so I'm sure I'll be reaching for it on a night out soon.

However you celebrated, 

I hope you all had a wonderful New Year's Eve

xxx

Halloween Wishlist

It's safe to say that Halloween is a time of year that I love. It offers the perfect excuse to experiment with different styles, indulge in treats & binge watch spooky shows on Netflix.

Whilst it may not be acceptable to wander around covered in fake blood & crazy back-combed hair in the lead up to Halloween, I do love how many shops start to release spooky-themed items. So I couldn't resist putting together a little wishlist of products that I currently have my eye on...

1. Ghost Earrings - Clarie's Accessories - £3.50  [x]
2. Cat Ballet Pumps - Asos - £25.00 - [x]
3. Ghost T-shirt  - New Look - £7.99 [x]

4. "No Rest For The Wicked" Crop T-shirt - Missguided - £12.00 [x]

5. "Tiddly Vampires" Chocolates - Hotel Chocolat - £5.50 [x]
6. Nightmare Before Christmas Mug - Disney Store - £10.00 [x]

7. "Candy Corn" Mini Candle - Yankee Candle - £1.80 [x]

8. Heebie Jeebie Bat- Lush - £9.95 [x]

9. Diamanté Cat Ears - Boo Hoo - £4.00 [x]

If - like me - you have to at least pretend to be a responsible adult, then the Ghost earrings & Cat Ballet Pumps are the perfect way of injecting some Halloween fun into a day-day outfit. Plus, who in the office could resits tucking in "Tiddly Vampire" chocolates?!

Or if you'd rather celebrate in the comfort of your own home - what could be more relaxing that a pamper evening filled with Lush's Heebie Jeebie Bat & hot chocolate in a Jack Skeleton themed mug? All whilst a Candy Corn candle burns in the background. 

I personally love these each of items as they're the perfect balance of adorable & spooky rolled into one.

Have you spotted any fun Halloween themed products?
xxx

A Little Haul

The majority of my shopping sprees tend to begin with the silly decision to wander into a shop just for "a quick look".. Of course then before I know it I've added a number items to my basket & my bank account is letting out a cry of sorrow.

I've accidentally wandered into a few shops recently so thought this would be the perfect excuse to put together a little haul post.. (see bank account, I obviously needed these items for my blog..).

Chelsea Boots -  Dorothy Perkins - £25.00 [x]

Real Techniques Eye Make-up Brush Kit - £20.99 [x]
(currently on offer for £14.99)

Block Heels - New Look - £24.99 [x]

VO5 Ultimate Hold Hair Spray - £3.49 [x]

With the excuse that I needed some new "winter shoes", I picked the chunky heels from New Look (perfect for chillier nights out where peep toes just won't do) & burgundy Chelsea boots from Dorothy Perkins. I can't wait to wear both pairs with a cute autumn outfit.. something along the lines of a skater dress, super-cosy tights and a faux fur jacket. 

Next - although not a winter purchase - I've had my eye these Real Techniques eye brushes for a while now. So when Superdrug had them on sale for £14.99 I couldn't resist picking them up. 

My final purchase was a bottle of VO5's Ultimate Hold hair spray.. I find this perfect for holding my hair in place throughout they day without any dry/stickyness that can come with other hair sprays. 

Have you tried any of these items?

If so, what are your thoughts?

xxx

Weekend Getaway: Make-up Essentials

If there's one thing I'm awful at, it's packing lightly. Even if I'm popping away over night, I will always be the one who brings a tonne of items that simply aren't needed *Yes, it's spa break.. but I'd really better pack my trainers.. just to be on the safe side...*. 

Unfortunately I also struggle to pack lightly when it comes to my make-up bag.. How can anyone be expected to decide in advance which lipsticks to wear or which foundation will be best?

However after a few weekend trips visiting family/friends (& finally realising that I just cannot carry the majority of make-up at all times) I've finally managed to narrow down my choices to - what I think - are the essentials for a few days away.

Moisturiser:

Olay Essentials Complete Care Day Fluid [x]
Base:

Rimmel Lasting Perfection 25 Hour Nude Foundation [x]

Real Techniques Stippling Brush [x]

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer [x]

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder [x]

New Look Kabuki Brush [x]

Bronzer: 

Rimmel Natural Bronzer [x]

Front Cover Cheek Brush [x]

(I can't seem to find this brush online so have linked one similar)

Mascara: 

Maybelline The Falsies Volum' Express Mascara [x]

Eyebrows: 

Rimmel Professional Eyebrow Pencil [x]

Lips: 

The Body Shop - Born Lippy Lip Balm [x]

Kate Moss for Rimmel Lipstick in shade 08 [x]

Make-up Revolution Lipstick in shade "Rebel With Cause" [x]

As you can see, I've kept the main base of my choices pretty neutral. This way the products - such as foundation, mascara & bronzer - can easily be used for both day & evening looks. I've also included one neutral day-time lipstick (Rimmel & Kate Moss in shade 08) along with Make-up Revolution's "Rebel With Cause - a deep purple shade - to add a little extra something for any evenings out. 

Obviously if I was going away for longer than a few days I'd include more items - a red/pink lipstick & an eye-shadow pallet for example - but I find this to be the perfect combination of products for a few days away.

What are your make-up essentials for a few days away?

New Look Sale Wishlist

I'm sure it doesn't come as a shock to anyone what I say that I love shopping.. Treating yourself to a new pair of shoes after a busy week or to a new lipstick when you've hit your gym goal for the week is one of the best rewards. But in my opinion there's one thing that beats shopping... sale shopping!

Now I'm not talking about spending hours sifting through sale racks or pushing and shoving my way through the crowds to get that half price top - which at my height is definitely a health hazard - I'm talking about the kind of sale shopping you can from the sofa, in your pyjamas whilst binge watching Netflix..

So when I noticed that New Look - one of my favourite high-street stores - was having a sale, I couldn't resist having a little snoop to see what bargains were available.

Here are a few of the items that caught my eye..

1. High Waisted Shorts - £7.00 reduced from £14.99 [x]

2. Floral Print Crop Top - £7.00 reduced from £14.99 [x]

3. Gold Necklace - £2.00 reduces from £4.99 [x]

4. Black Peplum Dress - £7.00 reduced from £12.99 [x]

5. Mini Satchel - £8.00 reduced from £19.99 [x]

6. Aztec Print Joggers - £12.00 reduced from £17.99 [x]

7. Mint Chunky Heels - £12.00 reduced from £24.99 [x]

8. Ripped Knee Jeggings - £8.00 reduced from £19.00 [x]

9. Cut Out Denim Shorts - £10.00 reduced from £22.99 [x] 

Another thing I love about sale shopping is the bargains that can be picked up.. Who could feel guilty about a new pair of heels for £12.00 reduced from £24.99 or a new bag for £8.00 instead of £19.99?!

Which are your favourite shops for sale shopping? 

xxx

OOTD - Drinks With The Girls

One thing that I love about pay-day weekend is the excuse to treat yourself.. the feeling of "hey, I've worked hard this month.. I deserve this!".

With this in mind, when a girlie night happened to fall on pay-day weekend.. I couldn't resist treating myself to a new outfit *plus - because like most girls  - I simply had nothing to wear.. obviously*. So after work on Friday I plodded of to New Look to see what I could put together.. (It's safe to say that after the 3rd time wandering around the store, my boyfriend regretted his offer to come with me).

S'cuse the background.. this was taken at my friend's
house before venturing off.. 

Top -  £7.99 [x]

Trousers  - £14.99 [x]
Necklace  -  £7.99 [x]
Shoes  - £27.99 [x]

A few of the linked items do slightly vary from the ones I'm wearing as New Look's website doesn't currently have the exact items available online.

I love this outfit as it's perfect to wear out if a dress isn't feeling all that appealing - who doesn't have those days where having legs on show is the last thing on your mind?! - plus it can be easily dressed up for a night out or dressed down for a casual day-time event *think sandals and an oversized hand-bag*. 

What are your current evening ware staples? 

I'm always on the look out for an excuse to go shopping! 

xxx

New Look Shoe Collection Wishlist

New Look is one of my favourite high-street stores for shoes. It's so affordable & I find the shoes are pretty good quality. So when I noticed that the spring/summer items have started to emerge online/in store I couldn't help but have a browse of their new shoes in stock.

I've picked out a few of my favourite flats, which I may just have to purchase after pay day, and added them to my shoe wishlist (which is a pretty long list.. oops).

1. Black Fringe Brogues - £29.99 [x]

2. Lilac Ankle Strap Pumps - £17.99 [x]

3. Burgundy Loafers - £17.99 [x]

4. Mint Green Pumps - £19.99 [x]

5. Nude Ankle Strap Pumps - £17,99 [x]

6. Black Faux Suede Loafers - £17.99 [x]

7. Nude Mary Jane Pumps - £19.99 [x]

8. Black T Bar's - £19.99 [x]

9. Coral Faux Suede Pumps - £12.99 [x]

 I think each of these pairs of shoes are so cute, and I love how you can wear them for both work, for example and casual days out. You could easily pair each of these with jeans, skirts or dresses.

xxx

New Job - Outfit of the day

After having a beautiful week off, Monday was the day for me to stop being lazy and start my new job. 

Since graduating this year, I've struggled to find a job that appeals to me... when I was younger, I just assumed I would stumble into my dream job - which changed daily from a princess to a ballerina (despite the fact I've never once had ballet lessons nor am I royal - but  a girl can dream right?!).  

I just didn't (and still don't) really know what I want to do. This resulted in me ending up in a job that I just didn't enjoy. The hours were incredibly long and I didn't enjoy what I was expected to do on a day to day basis. So after 4 months I finally gave in and handed in my notice. 

Some of you may have read a post I wrote back in the summer showing what I wore as a summery interview outfit  (which you can read here) and then a follow up post showing what I wore for my first day (click here if you fancy having a read). 

So following on from my previous posts, I thought it was only fitting to write an Outfit of the day for the first day in my new job. 

So... here's what I went for. 

Can you tell I still feel slightly awkward posing for
these photos? - Haha

Top - Primark

Skirt - H&M
Boots - Boohoo
Coat - New Look

This is one of my favourite skirts. It's a perfect autumn/winter skirt and I love to pair it with a loose fitting black top. 

The collarless boyfriend coats seem to be in style a lot this year but I think this is definitely an item that will be a staple in my wardrobe for a while as I absolutely love it. I've been wearing constantly since I bought it a few weeks ago (you may have seen this make an appearance in my New Look wish list [x]).

My final favourite item from this outfit is the riding boots. These were an absolute bargain at only £20 from Boohoo. Admittedly they're not real leather, however they've lasted perfectly considering they've been my go to shoes when the weather is wet and windy out for the past 2 winters. 

I think this outfit is the perfect mixture of smart, comfortable and cosy for a wintery commute and then a day in the office. As much as I'd love to be in the summery clothes I wore in both my previous OOTD posts, there's something about winter clothes that makes me happy... 

What are your favourite winter staples?

xxx

Autumn/Winter wishlist - New Look

As the darker nights and chillier days have began, I can't help but start looking at the Autumn-winter clothes and accessories that have come out in the shops.

Since my online shopping baskets have started to grow quite a lot *oops* I decided put together some wishlist blog posts.

To start is New Look.

Source

If you like any of these items, each is linked below.

Blanket wrap cardigan - £19.99
Reindeer Jumper - £22.99
Faux Fur Head Warmer - £7.99
Skinny Acid Wash Jeans - £22.99
Chelsea Boots - £24.99
Coat - £49.99 (A little on the pricey side but I think this is worth for an item that you can keep)
Navy Check Skort - £17,99
Faux Fur Collar - £9.99
Monochrome Trousers - £14.99


New Look has some lovely items available at the moment which I think will be perfect for Autumn and Winter.

xxx