BWS - Black/Winter/smashual

This 'smashual' look can be used for both casual and smart events, going out for dinners, work dos, nights out, or just feeling dapper for the day! 

This gorgeous black fitted jacket can be found in most Zara stores for around £70! It's thick, warm fabrics allow both comfort and warmth to come into play whilst being a stylish must have for smartening up any outfit.

By adding a plain white shirt you are bringing a bold splash of colour to your outfit breaking up the black making it a perfect combination! For a more unique stiyle a bright coloured or patterned shirt would work equally as well. 

Black rosche runs are worn here to contrast the smart, stylish look making it more of an edgy smashual style. I also own a pair of these and I can honestly say they are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned! 

Jacket // Zara -£70 ish

Shirt // All Saints -£60 from outlet

Jeans // River Island-£35

Trainers // Nike Rosche Runs // JD £? Price varies  

TextileFederation

Textiles Federation is a new company to me. However the second I saw their products I had wished I'd never seen them! I don't think I have ever wanted to fill my wardrobe with a whole collection as much as I want to with this one! 

Their bold use of block colours and vibrant graphical prints make these pieces so unique, quirky and stylish! (100% me) I love the way in which the dress prints are mirrored, I think this creates an amazing affect and makes the garments look even more eye catching! 

All these dresses, leggings, and kimonos can be found on ASOS along with their prices and many other matching accessories! 

Comment below and let me know of any reviews or new brands you'd like me to look at and do! X

Photo shoot of 2013

Thought I'd show you guys all of my creations from last year!

The first and last photographs are designs from my recycling project I created a paper mâché bodice with a a crunchy tutu affect skirt to create a dressmaker entirely out of news paper. For the second recycling garment I made a cadge skirt and created an arm knitted over lay to create both top and bottom.

The second photograph is my Bauhaus inspired waist coat, I decided to push the boundaries  abit by creating a waistcoat with a skirt and matching collar.

And the third picture is my 1960's/ Walk the line inspired garment I hand painted the skirt and top and made my vintage bubble gum pink jacket! 

I love how each garment is so unique yet has a bit of my personality within them all. X

 

BBB - Boohoo/Black/Boots

    

Yesterday I made an emergency purchase! After recently turning 18 I've experience night life like never before! I'm a bit of a party animal. one you'll find constantly on the dance floor so when it comes to choosing a pair of killer heels for my night out I soon realised this was a BIG mistake! 

I'm not the tallest of people so when I discovered these beautiful chunky boots from Boohoo I knew I had to buy them. For only £18.00 these spongy and easy to walk in heels are a steal to look show stoppingly gorgeous in boots that look a mile high when they're really not. 

THIS WEEKS WARDROBE MUST HAVE! X

Sik silk

A fairly new brand called 'Sik Silk' are becoming more and more popular with their unisex online clothing store! The now well known fashion brand is hitting this generation with stylish sports wear such as sports shorts, football jerseys, vests and much more! 

I love the originality of their designs, as unlike most jerseys and vests you see in shops these have prints and bold colours to make them stand out and become more of a fashion piece rather than sports clothing!

I've recently purchased a Sik Silk wooly hat for my boyfriends birthday. It's actually beautiful! The hat is sooo soft and comfortable that I want to keep it for myself. Its stretchy enough to fit all head sizes but tight enough to hold on to smaller heads!(which is great for my tiny head) the website was soo user friendly and the delivery was quick with no problems at all. 

The price of their items are a little more expensive than highstreet prices but for the designer quality and individuality it's worth forking out a bit more money for something you know is worth it!! I would 100% recommend you guys try this brand out! Let me know what you think and comment below! X

These photos where taken from the siksilk Instagram page. All items here can be found on the SikSilk website linked below. 

 www.siksilk.com 

Pretty little pink

OOTD

Yes winter is coming! Crack out those wooly jumpers and knitted scarves but that's no reason to have to hide away those skater skirts until next year? Don't forget skin tights are a quick solution to covering up those tanned pins for the colder seasons!

The moment I laid eyes on this beautiful pink lace shirt I knew I had to buy it!! Yes I admit its rather on the skimpy side but nothing a nude bra or vest can't fix. I've had this shirt for about 2 years now and actually I haven't worn it as much as I probably could have, but this winter I definitely plan on wearing it more! 

I adore frilly socks!! In fact I adore all socks! But I just love any outfit that can be instantly made girly simply by adding a pair of cute socks! 

Lace shirt// Zara- around £20

Skirt// River Island- £15

Socks// Republic- £10(came in a pack of two)

Comment below and let me know what you think! X

Flared creating

Sorry I haven't blogged in a while been a bit busy with UCAS applications and UNI hunting but now I'm back! 

Pattern cutting last week was soo productive, I spent the whole day making and perfecting a pattern and flared top toile.

Yes it needs hemming but I am honestly rather proud of the outcome! This is definitely a pattern I am going to take forward and make my own by experimenting with different lengths and fabrics! 

I can honestly say that being at college has been one of the best experiences of my life, i am absolutely loving it and i hope that UNI will be just as good! 

Keep an eye out for these cute little tees! 

Comment below and let me know what you think or of anything you'd like to see! x