Wet Weekend Wishlist

It’s something all of us are complaining about at the moment, and for good reason too! This non-summer weather is ruining festivals, staycations and weekends all over the country, and it seems to be a never-ending force. It’s pretty much making me long for the colder months, and the new fashion season that comes with it.

What with work placements and holiday, I’ve slacked a little bit with my weekly wishlists. That and my pitiful bank balance have meant I’ve hardly logged on to the shops at all in the last couple weeks. Anyway, my inner shopoholic has returned with a vengeance, and this is what it’s found…

I often feel more…attractive in the colder months. Not cos I lack confidence in summer clothes, just because I feel like there’s a wider choice of things to wear and I can cover up and be cozy in style. This autumn/winter I’ll be wearing lots of collared shirt and jumper combos. This monochromatic floral shirt, £35, and ombre cable knit jumper, £39, both Miss Selfridge, will be perfect for a preppy look in the coming months.

Oh H&M, I love you and your imitation suede/leather pieces! As a vegetarian and animal lover, I try wherever possible to always buy ethical products and am constantly seeking more information on what products are animal friendly and cruelty free. H&M’s faux-suede and leather items never look tacky or cheap, these tasseled brogues, £19.99, and dalmatian print satchel, £19.99, being perfect examples.

I’ve been loving the influx of tribal look jewellery recently, like this ring, £3.99, H&M. Turquoise and silver go together like butter and toast, and at such a low price this is not a ring to miss!

Hope you’re all enjoying this soggy Saturday as much as possible. It’s the perfect opportunity to have a guilt free duvet day, movie marathon and/or pampering session!

Wednesday Wishlist – 13/06

I’ve been working hard this week at my new internship at LUX FIX, a website dedicated to providing deskbound fashionistas with a daily dose of luxury. But I always find time to muse over the newly arrived clothes and accessories from my favourite high street stores! Here’s this week’s very dress-dominant wish list:

The elegance of this white belted dress, £65, Warehouse, really appeals to me. It would be perfect for daywear over the coming summer months – I’d team it with simple sandals or wedges and understated accessories.

After spending weeks lusting after this Tara Starlet mix and match outfit, I was delighted to find this similar (and much more affordable) version at Topshop. For just £32, it’s an itch I simply have to scratch!

Warehouse have really nailed the occasion dress this season, and this gorgeous pink chiffon prom dress, £90, is sentiment to that. Just look at the detail on the skirt! Beautiful!

I’m not normally a fan of jumpsuits and have never been known to wear one, but when I spotted this sexy cerise jumpsuit, £45, Miss Selfridge, I knew it would be one for the wish list. Definitely this week’s number one wish.

Finally, a more casual piece to round off the wish list, in the form of this embellished heart print tank top, £22, River Island. Perfect for lazy summer sleepovers and late lunches with friends.

Wednesday Wishlist – 16/05/12

Usually my wishlists tend to feature at least one ‘realistic’ item – that is, an item I could actually afford to buy. Which kind of defeats the idea of a wishlist…which is why today’s compilation of pined-after pieces are far from affordable for me at the moment. Here’s to hoping!

I’ve liked Tara Starlet’s stuff for a while now, and when the beautiful Mollie of the Saturdays rocked this co-ordinating tie top, £40, and shorts, £50, ensemble on the cover of Cosmo this month, I knew this would be a look to add to my wishlist. So summery!

This week, my quest for the perfect denim dress continues, and has reaped some rewards in the form of this belted shirt dress, £50, from Oasis. It’s very similar to a denim dress that caught my eye a few weeks back, but this one combines my love of denim with the utility dress style, a favourite of mine at the moment. Definitely a strong contender.

Wedges are my ideal summer shoe, and I love the ones with a pretty length of ribbon to tie up your ankle. These lovely blush pink wedges, £48, Miss Selfridge, would go perfectly with the denim dress. Here’s to hoping we meet again in the sale!

H&M have really upped their accessories game this season, and with a collaboration with Japan Vogue’s editor Anna Dello Russo on the horizon, it’s set to get better and better. I love the vibrant turquoise edges of this straw clutch, £12.99, and the price is closer to my current budget. 

However, there is something on this list that could make the leap from wish to reality, and it’s these fabulous skull earrings by kooky jewellers, Kitsch & Bows. At a bank-balance friendly £6, they’re a treat I can afford to throw cash at this month. Yay!

Happy Wednesday everyone!

Wednesday Wishlist – 25/04/12

Today was not an ordinary Wednesday for me – at around 10am, I finally handed in my final year dissertation, marking the end of my time at university (pretty much – I still have a short assignment due but for argument’s sake let’s say that’s the end!) So I’m officially no longer a student! In celebration – or commiseration, I’m not quite sure yet – I’ve been lining up some pretty purchases and even treated myself to a few (stay tuned for a ‘recently bought’ post of some sort!) Here are some of pieces I’ve been lusting over recently…

When a friend shared a link of these beauties on Facebook, I knew I had to have them. Outrageous yet oh so fun, these fabulous fuschia jelly wedges, £29, by Head Over Heels at Dune, are my favourite thing at the moment. Size 5 might be sold out online, but I will find a way…

A close second vying for my attention this week has been this amazing Hawaii print playsuit, £60, by Tara Starlet. Available in 3 gorgeous designs and printed in Hawaii, it’s a one of a kind piece which looks well worth the price. If you like something different to the norm, check out their website for lots of vintage inspired, unique designs.

So I’m not sure how I feel about dip-hem skirts/dresses really, but they do look ever so nice on the screen/hanger. This one is a cream drop back skirt, £35, Miss Selfridge. It oozes feminine chic and is the perfect skirt for the summer – weddings, nights out, lunches…a pretty skirt for every occasion.

I do like the whole utility/safari style, and this cropped shirt, £16.99, New Look would look great white a pair of high waisted jeans or shorts, teamed with a pair of low key sandals and a tasseled bag. Think Kate Bosworth cool. Probably a look that’ll have to wait til the sun turns up though…

And finally, a bag to carry me through (awful pun – sorry!) I’ve had my eye on this ASOS zip based bag, £28, for a while now. I have a sort of rule with myself when it comes to bags that you can’t fit on your shoulder…but this lovely tote might see me bend that rule…we’ll see.

Holiday Picks – Part Two

I’ve been getting a little bit (over)excited about my upcoming mini-break to Barcelona, and have been busy scouring the Internet to see what my favourite high street stores have to offer. In Part One of my holiday clothes musings, I went for an edgy, bright and bold look, with statement t-shirts and accessories and bright tropical prints. But on the flip side of that is a love for all things feminine and chic. So here’s where Part Two comes in…

White, regretfully, just isn’t my colour. But I love it anyway. And once I’ve built up a bit of a tan, it shouldn’t be too much of an issue. These pretty white dresses will be perfect for sight-seeing, al fresco lunches and evening beach walks. I love the crochet detail of this sleeveless shirt dress, £40, and the cut-out design of this jersey prom dress, £55, really steals my heart (hehe?) Both from Topshop.

Shorts are an absolute must-have for any holiday look as they’re comfortable, tan-friendly and go with everything. The tribal print of these high waisted denim shorts, £32, Miss Selfridge, set them apart from the rest.

H&M have some great stuff in at the moment, including this turquoise jacquard-weave top, £19.99, which will jazz up the shorts and add a sexy edge to any day look. The simplicity of this stylish, zip detail bikini set, £17.98 altogether, is also a winner.

I love anything woven at the moment – picnic baskets, straw bags…count me in! This woven satchel, £37, River Island is comfortable and casual, and will feed my addiction nicely!

I’ll be wearing wedges like these floral patterned tie-up ones, £24.99, H&M, for romantic evening dinners. But for exploring the city and hitting the beach, I’ll stick to flats. These very pretty sandals by Grendha for New Look, £39.99, really caught my eye…I might just have to treat myself come pay day.

And finally, eye wear. You can never go far wrong with a classic style, and these light pink shades from Warehouse, £18, are just right.

What will your holiday look be?

Holiday Picks – Part One

With the final installation of my student loan about to drop, I really should be thinking about rent, bills and being able to eat something other than jacket potato every day for lunch. But in reality, all I can think about is splashing out on fabulous holiday wear for my upcoming long weekend in Barcelona this July.

When it comes to summer style, I have to admit, I am a total chameleon. I chop and change between girly and sophisticated, and urban cool, and just plain summery fun. This collection of pieces hints more towards the latter styles on that list, but most importantly, they jumped out at me as fun, wearable and sexy pieces that I can’t wait to work into my holiday look!

Bikinis are tricky territory for me. The fit, style and colour all have to be just right. This pink and white striped set, £22 altogether, from Accessorize, is pretty much perfect on all those fronts. As far as one-pieces go, I adore this sexy floral one, £28, Accessorize. And if you’re one for splashing out (excuse the pun) then this scenic-print bikini, £128 by We Are Handsome at Net-a-Porter, really is just the ticket.

Eccentric eye wear is all the rage right now. Unfortunately, seeing as I’m severely shortsighted, my choice when it comes to sunglasses is pretty limited. If it wasn’t, though, I’d definitely be going for these sexy Mango sunnies, £23, from ASOS.

Cover-up on the beach in style in this printed sleeveless tee, £20, Miss Selfridge. The bold L.A. print adds a fun, urban slant to your sexy beach look. I’d wear it with washed-out denim short shorts and tie it up at the midriff. And I’d buy into the tropical trend with this bright bralet, £14.99, New Look – too cheap to miss!

Beach accessories – also a very important part of any holiday look. As far as bags go, I’ll be resisting the urge to go all-out for the 90s with a fannypack…instead, I’ll be opting for this practical but totally cool ice-cream printed rucksack, £35, ASOS. There really is nothing NOT to love. And when it comes to keeping cool while I’m sunbathing on the seafront, this flamingo print, heart shaped fan, Accessorize, is a steal at £2.50.

Headbands are a great way to keep beach hair at bay whilst incorporating a totally stylish accessory into your look. Baroque prints do scare me a little when they’re printed all over a garment of clothing, but on this pretty headband, £8, Topshop, they’re a style match made in heaven!

Jelly shoes were your friend as a kid, and now they’re back for the reunion. These purple jelly sandals, £6, Boohoo, are cute and fun, and ideal for the beach. For evenings, I’ll be stepping out in something a little more grown up, but just as friendly to heat-stricken feet: the ever-dependable wedge. I’ve had my eye on these floral print wedges, £27.99, New Look, for a while now, so I might just treat myself.

So there you have it – the first part of my dream holiday style. Rent, food and bills money aside, I might just be able to make some of it a reality!

Wednesday Wishlist – 04/04

It’s safe to say I am obsessed with Spring’s pretty pastel colours, particularly mint green. Having already invested in a fair few peppermint pieces, this pleated knee-length skirt from H&M, £29.99, would make a welcome addition to my wardrobe.

I’m literally loving these tailored, heart print trousers from Topshop, £38, (excuse the irresistible pun.) Feminine shapes and prints are a big thing for me this season.

Flamingos: everyone loves them, so why not have them on your bag? This Flamingo print weekend bag, £40, from Accessorize clearly shares my thinking.

Next don’t normally feature on my high street circuit, but this very pretty embellished jumper, £25, made it hard for me to resist them.

The edgy coolness and bright, stylish colours of the mirror print trend has also caught my attention this season. This fabulous printed tunic, £32, exclusively designed by Miss Selfridge’s in-house team, is the perfect piece to channel this trend.