Purchase of the Day - Zara Sequinned Heels

Just a little update on a recent purchase of mine.  Zara has really started to lead the way for highstreet fashion in the last two years and become a firm favourite of mine.  Before I would more look to it for smart/trendy work-wear but they have now started releasing on trend going out clothes, shoes and handbags.

Thought I would do a little Polyvore set as well.  These are £59 and in stores now.

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Todays outfit October 7

I haven't done one of these for a while and as Im rocking a bit of vintage today I thought I better let the blogging community know about it.  My Nana gave me these trousers a couple of weeks ago, with some amazing dresses, (more on those later) and I am still in two minds whether to get them tailored.  

As you can see they havent got a flared bottom but as they are a looser fit around your bum I think it needs a tapered leg to balance it out. What do you guys think, shall I leave them as they are? Any opinions very welcome!


Jacket - ASOS
Tshirt - Topshop
Trousers - Vintage
Ballet Pumps - Ebay
Necklace - Banana Republic
Ring - Accessorize




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Feather frolics

Another obsession that the long suffering BF has put up with is my love of feathers. I just cannot get enough of them, I love the way it adds that bit of glamour into some many different outfits as well.
It works in two ways for me; either subtle touches added here and there from a pair of earrings/hair-band or if I'm feeling brave to go all out, a skirt or shoes.  However an important lesson to remember is to pair the feathery bit with less fussy pieces of clothing.


So before you start running through Trafalgar Square to catch yourself a pigeon, heres an easier option:

Zara feather skirt £79

Manolo Blahnik 

ASOS Black Feather Court shoes £100

Lallys Closet £35

Free People Feather Duster Earrings £17.50

Peacocks feather earrings £2.80 (BARGAIN)!

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Purchase of the Day - Costume jewellery

Just wanted to share with you lovely lot my two favourite purchases lately.  I cannot take the credit for finding them however as BF bought them as a surprise.  On the first I admit I have had mixed reviews, some ooohs, some yucks and one comment of "looks like its going for a poo"...Nice.

Anyhoo I love it and gave him the obvious name of Kermy (yes I know I NEED TO GET OUT MORE)

The second seems to be more liked all round, I suppose because its more pretty looking.  BFs niece has named it Olivia (I love her randomness, however she does have an excuse being 4, whereas me being 26 most definitely do not)

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Purchase of the Day - Muubaa leather jacket

Just wanted to share with you my amazing purchase as I have been looking for a leather jacket that I really love for such a loooooong time.  There are so many different types now and while Im glad there is lots of choice they arent always the best quality or the type of cut/style that will last for years.  Anyway heres the scenario:


Im browsing through Brandalley (amazing discount sales website, more on that later)! and they are having a Muubaa sale.  I have heard of this brand but hadnt had a chance to check it out properly.  I am scrolling through thinking nice, nice, nice but just not me, about to give up but wait...HOLD ON...whats this?  Black sheepskin Cascade Waterfall Jacket, reduced from £780 to £290????? Now thats what Im talking about.  Its fitted but still with a grungy style and has a sheepskin lining for that extra bit of luxury feel to it.  And for such a huge discount it would be stupid not to buy it right??  


So I do what most girls do and ring my mum.  She is a Brandalley freak and is constantly on there so I know she will agree with me...maybe not, she tells me off as im suppose to be saving and says DO NOT BUY IT. 
Oh dear my finger is edging closer and closer to the "add to basket" button...sod it! Im going to buy it and then if I fall in love with it straight away its fate.


And here it is:

Not sure why I look miserable as Im very happy!

Thats better!!

As im sure you guessed I squealed with excitement and fell in love straight away.  It fits perfectly and will go with so many different outfits, I have already worn it with a dress on a night out and casual maxi dress for the day.  


Now while I do not recommend spending that amount of money of clothes everyday sometimes you just need to dish out that little bit extra for an item that will see you through the style ages.  This is my one for 2011.


Happy searching for yours bloggers!xx

Todays outfit August 24 - Brights!

Better late than never people!! I wore this combo thinking it would be great for the sunny day ahead but unfortunately I spent the whole day either in the office or in a restaurant for a client meeting, typical!

Cardigan - ASOS £20

Blouse - Dorothy Perkins (petite) £26

Jeans - Blank NYC (in the sale) £42

Ballet pumps - Ebay £10

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Todays outfit August 23

No guys, dont panic, time has not rewound.  I just never got any chance to do this post on Tuesday. Looking back on it I was definitely channeling my inner Audrey Hepburn! This maxi dress I got last week in the sale and it is perfect for days when you really should make an effort but you don't want to, as its t-shirt material but cut in a stylish and smart way. 


Coat - Asos White £70 (in the sale) 
Maxi Dress - Full Circle £22 (in the sale) 
Ballet pumps - Ebay £10 
Necklace - Banana Republic £20

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