Inspo//Repro

When I first saw this Gwen Stefani cover shoot I was awestruck. I knew straight away I wanted to do my own lil' version of this incredible Saint Laurent outfit, but I was lacking a suitable sparkly jacket. I just happened to be scouting about in H&M last weekend when....Holy Mary Mother Of Dupes...I stumbled upon this sequined doll and I knew it was time to try and get my Gwen on. I'd also been looking for a decent version of the chiffon scarf as well, but my searching left me empty-handed on that score, so I resorted to my usual DIY necktie. I probably look like one helluva div sat there on my floor trying to measure up to the goddess that is Gwen, but sometimes you just think to yourself "Take a chance you stupid ho". (See what I did there). By the way, just a quick word on Hedi Slimane, while we're here. Now this probably makes no sense in the context of me trying to recreate one of his outfits, but I do have issues with him renaming YSL. Did Marc Jacobs try and rename Louis Vuitton when he went there? He did not. Did Alexander Wang try and rename Balenciaga? Nope, him neither. The breathtaking arrogance of the guy is unreal. And, for my money his A/W 13 collection was definitely one of the worst shows of the season. Styling is not designing. (Still love this collection though!) Ok, rant over :) xx

Jacket- H&M

Shirt- Zara

Jeans- Topshop

Hat- River Island

Back To Basics

Even though last week was beyond super-expensive, it hasn't stopped me shopping *Guilty Face* My latest acquisitions are a little bit....*gasp*...practical, so I hope this post doesn't send you to sleep too much :) Buying basics isn't the most exciting shopping there is, but you know it needs to get done. 

So...first up...a simple white sleeveless shirt from Zara. This pure beaut will see me through the whole summer. I also went for some nice mashed-up shorts when I was in there- which I can see going with all my recent shoe purchases. Speaking of shoes, these H&M pointy loafers are excellent. They fit really nicely, and they're leather. Sold!

Secondly, another pair of shorts. It's probably a little cray to buy these during the coldest spring week in history, but that Glamour voucher needed flexing :) The sunnies remind me a bit of Chanel, so I went with them. They'll deffo perk up a more lady-like outfit (should I ever wear such a thing!).

Thirdly, I couldn't resist these dotty-print jeggings. They fit like a glove, although I'm not quite sure yet what might go nicely with them.

Finally, some boyfriend jeans from Gap. (How freaking good was their sale thing this weekend? It was so cheap my head was spinning. Although, obvs, their price-points could use a little adjusting in the first instance!). And I've also gone for three of your finest Topshop vest tees. Most summers Topshop do a tee I die for, so I tend to buy them in a few colours and wear them to death. Hopefully these will be no exception. Much love, catch you soon xx

White Shirt & Black Shorts- Zara/Loafers- H&M

Pale Denim Shorts- H&M/Sunglasses- Primark

Dotty Jeggings- Zara

Boyfriend Jeans- Gap/Vest Tops- Topshop

Silver Linings

STOP EVERYTHING.....DON'T EVEN FRONT....HANG ON TO YOUR WIG AND KEYS.

Last night...after much bidding...we finally won some 1D tickets! (Several Million Happy Faces). I seriously didn't think it was gonna happen, but we're there...we've done it....and I couldn't be happier (even if I woke up tomorrow with Kate Bosworth's wardrobe, Kate Moss's cheekbones and Kate Midd's hair!). I guess it was a kind of portent (albeit a very tenuous one) that in these pictures it was a) raining and b) I'm giving a run-out to my new silver clutch. Every cloud....an' that :)  

Now I just have to religiously plan what I'mma wear to the O2.....(excitement overload). Have a lovely weekend......hope you swerve the snow! xx

P.S. Once again, I can't apologise enough for the atrocious quality of these pictures...I have literally no idea how to crop and lighten and wotnot without losing quality (I know, a retarded baboon could work it out, but my brain is miniscule and everytime I google it....my cells fry...so major major soz).

Sweatshirt- Whistles

Shirt- Zara

Joggers- Primark

Clutch- Zara

Heels- New Look

Fresh Mint

Green is my all-time favourite colour. I also can't get enough of cheap clothes. Hence the following fashion maths:- green + cheap = this jumper. Seriously- it's £12.99, it's from H&M and is completely ledge. Get one or two or several here. These lush Zara joggers from last year also seem to be having a strangely lucky amount of longevity, especially now I have a white shoe to give them a lil' S/S 13 spin. (Soz about the feet being the same colour as said shoe). Hope your week is going highly fashionably, catch you soon xx

Jumper- H&M

Trousers- Zara

Shirt- Zara

Heels- New Look

Crimson Soul

As much as I adore a printed trouser, I find they don't always adore me back. But these dark red beauts from H&M manage to tick all the boxes. They make me feel thin (check), they are under £20 (check) and they'll have longevity beyond S/S13 (definitely, maybe). If only eBay was as easy to buy things from as H&M *frustrated face*. The bidding on 1D tickets is doing my head in...big time. I like a bit of instant gratification in life (to say the least) but I'm trying to control all the 'Buy Me Now' urges I keep getting! Hope your week is off to a less stressy start than mine...much love...catch you soon xx

Jumper- H&M

Trousers- H&M

Hat- H&M