Go see her if you get the chance!
21.8.12
Recommendation
I first saw Lucy Rose play last November when she was the support act for Ben Howard. Fitting in perfectly with the ambiance of the night, her music was beautiful, relaxed and caught your attention. This is one of my favourites off her debut album, 'Like I Used To', set to be released towards the end of September.
20.8.12
Book Club Fail
With all good intentions, a friend and I made an attempt at a 'book club' to keep our brains ticking over this lazy summer holiday. How proud our parents would be. To be honest, we mostly just wanted to watch a few films but felt it was only right to read the books first. Our first book: Pride and Prejudice. An English classic. This lasted about a week when a confession of a text revealed that one of us didn't even own the book and the other hadn't picked it up since we made our little pact. Maybe next time.
In the meantime, I found the cutest French website specialising in handmade accessories, it was as if (very mild) fate had brought us together:
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| P.S. Besitos book clutch. One from the Jane Austen Collection |
I've decided that this is exactly what I need if I ever want to consider reading a book.
Back where I belong I guess, shoppppping.
Other designs:
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| http://psbesitos.blogspot.co.uk/ |
13.8.12
Style Steal
Gillian Zinser aka Ivy Sullivan from 90210 is a great summer style steal. I don't know if its the sunny weather, my revived addiction to internet shopping or my housemates mild but 100% understandable obsession with Gillian but her style is suddenly at the forefront of my mind. And what one hell of a beach goddess she is.
If you're a southerner, I hope you are enjoying the sunny hot weather, if you're a northerner, you may be as confused as I am with this grey humidity and occasional storms so here is a number of options for a style steal.
1) The Red Carpet Alternative
If you're a southerner, I hope you are enjoying the sunny hot weather, if you're a northerner, you may be as confused as I am with this grey humidity and occasional storms so here is a number of options for a style steal.
1) The Red Carpet Alternative
This is perfect if you're in the mood for a night out this summer but don't fancy the cocktail dress and killer heels. The bodice looks like its an American Apparel number, teamed with sheer bottoms and a top as causal as a denim shirt. If its good enough for an A-list event, its good enough for us.
2) Summer Simplicity
Low buttoned, tied at the bottom checked shirt is a great way to make a long sleeved top work for the summer. Roll the sleeves up for an even more effortless causal look. To finish, a swept up messy bun and some pink lipstick will suffice.
3) Bohemian Babe
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| All Images sourced from: IMDb.com |
I urge anyone who can pull off hats like this to just wear them all the time. Trilby ones, bowlers, boaters, I'm not bothered, just add them to an outfit for the rest of this summer. Gillian's dress is gorgeous and embraces the maxi trend but with a more original edge.
Now recreate.
10.8.12
Manicure in Minutes
Having not been a huge lover of false nails in the past, I'm surprised at how much these new nail wraps have caught my attention. False nails and gel nails in the past have destroyed my poor nails and weakened them beyond belief causing me to stay well clear, however this has not damped my desire for long and manicured nails. Therefore these new nail wraps seem like a godsend. Easy to use and shouldn't rip off the first layer of your nails when removed. Available from most high street health and beauty stores and not to pricey, so why not add a little extra to your make-up routine this weekend.
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| Superdrug, Broadway Impress Press on Manicure, £5.99 |
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| Feeling patriotic for the Olympics, try Nail Rock, £6.65 |
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| Feeling a bit more jazzy, Rebel Nails Inc, Black Splatz Nail Wraps, £7.99 |
9.8.12
It's Time...
They're back! One of my all time favourite bands Mumford and Sons have produced this gem as their first single off their second album 'Babel'.
One of those songs that you love as soon as you hear it and a perfect song to see you through the rest of the summer. Give it a little listen.
Excited for tour dates!
One of those songs that you love as soon as you hear it and a perfect song to see you through the rest of the summer. Give it a little listen.
Excited for tour dates!
8.8.12
Tapered Trousers
Love, love, LOVE!
If you find the right style and the perfect fit, you'll never want to take them off. I've been monitoring the classic high street stores in hope of stumbling across my ideal pair and havn't had much luck.Until today. Having avoided Topshop for a few months due to limited funds, I was reminded of why I always chose to just be poor when it comes to shopping. Spotting a gorgeous pair of tapered trousers on a manikin I made a beeline across the shop floor. Got my size, tried them on and was very very happy. I'd love to now write how I purchased these and made my happy way home however, this was not to be. Due to my new attempts to budget I left them on the rails, to go home and dream about these beauties and somehow 'save'. (I don't know what's worse, avoiding the shops or knowing what I'm missing.)
These trousers will see you through this crazy monsoon us Brits are having and nicely into the autumn. Dressed down for daytime with a jumper and flats or dressed up for the evening with a pair of heels and a sheer shirt. Some may disagree but personally I'd say, the more pyjama like the better!
If you find the right style and the perfect fit, you'll never want to take them off. I've been monitoring the classic high street stores in hope of stumbling across my ideal pair and havn't had much luck.Until today. Having avoided Topshop for a few months due to limited funds, I was reminded of why I always chose to just be poor when it comes to shopping. Spotting a gorgeous pair of tapered trousers on a manikin I made a beeline across the shop floor. Got my size, tried them on and was very very happy. I'd love to now write how I purchased these and made my happy way home however, this was not to be. Due to my new attempts to budget I left them on the rails, to go home and dream about these beauties and somehow 'save'. (I don't know what's worse, avoiding the shops or knowing what I'm missing.)
These trousers will see you through this crazy monsoon us Brits are having and nicely into the autumn. Dressed down for daytime with a jumper and flats or dressed up for the evening with a pair of heels and a sheer shirt. Some may disagree but personally I'd say, the more pyjama like the better!
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| Topshop, Tile Print Skinny Trouser, £40.00 |
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| River Island, Green Paisley Print Crop Trouser, £30.00 |
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| Zara, Printed Trouser With Contrasting Waist, £39.99 |
11.3.12
The Wall Street Mash
Despite about 80 years separating modern day and the 1930’s, economic similarities unfortunately can be drawn. 1929 saw the Wall Street Crash and 1933 saw the Great Depression. Granted recent economic events may not have been on the same scale, but times are hard. There is no way to escape the harsh realities of money (if I find a way I’ll be sure to let you all know) but there is no point sitting in every night and worrying about it because that will change nothing.
The 1930’s was a time of glamour and sensuality. An era dedicated to swing bands, night life and dancing. Not so different from today (minus the swing bands) but that is exactly what I want to encourage you to change for at least one night.
The Wall Street Mash is a new club night in Manchester with its second night taking place on the 15th March at Joshua Brooks. The music will be electro swing taking that little bit 1930’s charm and adding a current electro twist. If this sounds like your cup of tea then search out a long elegant, backless dress or a sexy flapper style outfit and go enjoy yourself for a night. I ensure you all dressing up is encouraged and this isn’t the kind of event you come across every day. Here’s a little taste of what to expect:
If that date isn’t good for you, or you need a little bit more time to come around to the idea, don’t forget about it. There are not many nights like this about and I assure you, it will all be in the name of fun!
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