SUMMER WHITES

Daisy Top - H&M | Pleated Trousers - ZARA | Boston Bag - Gucci | Sliders - Matalan | Necklace - New Look 

This week has been a total whirlwind! I finally graduated from uni with a degree in Fashion Business, I'm over the moon! Lots of hard work, sleepless nights, sacrifices & stress was completely worth it in the end. So between graduating & a busy time at work I've not had much chance to catch a breath & write my blog. This kind of relaxed Summer look is what I wore on my trip to Glasgow in search of a Graduation dress, a much more challenging task that I anticipated - try finding a neutral, simple dark dress in the middle of the Summer & during the sales - nightmare to say the least! Nevertheless, I managed to find a little beauty that I'll post during the week but I felt totally comfortable in this little combo throughout my shopping trip. 

The pleated front trousers from Zara are literally like wearing a pair of PJ bottoms but with a little more sophistication! They're cut beautifully & fit like a dream. I really like the look of linen trouser in the Summer months but really can't handle how awful it looks when it crushes so these serve as a great alternative. I also really like that all fastenings are concealed meaning I can accessorise in either gold or silver, they're already proving to be a very versatile item in this Summer's wardrobe as this is their second outing! 

I love this daisy lace top from H&M. Daisies just ooze Summer and let's be honest, when can you ever go wrong with a little floral touch? The nude/blush colour of this is great too for is versatility & I think it would be nice on holiday during the day too as you can reveal you bikini underneath to if you like to experiment with layering. 

I hope you like this simple look. I'm sorry that you can't see the shoes in the pictures, I find it difficult to get a full shot when I'm taking my own photos. I'm looking to invest in a good tripod so if you have any recommendations or tips on how to easily take your own outfit photos please leave a comment below.

SNAKESKIN & MONOCHROME

Black Shirt £12 | White Skinny Jeans £14 | Snakeskin Bag £15 | White Sliders £15 | Pilot Sunglasses £3  

This weekend I was looking for a few new bits & pieces when I just so happened to buy a complete outfit from Matalan. I was originally looking for a new pair of white jeans to try a DIY ripped knees look but I ended up just keeping them as they are. Although I anticipate that I'll be doing this later!

For me, white jeans totally scream Summer! They look so effortless and chic no matter what you pair them with. I decided to go for a Monochrome look this weekend and prayed that it wouldn't look 'officey'. Since the look Monochrome is simply the option of two colours, black & white, I've changed things up by adding in a print. This beautiful faux snakeskin cross body really wouldn't look out of place in somewhere like Zara or Topshop so when I found it in a discount retailer like Matalan I was so impressed  & had to add it to my collection. The silver details are something new for me since I'm a gold accessories kinda gal but I'm thinking this might become a regular thing for me over the summer. 

I picked up this black utility blouse too, it's so light & tucks into jeans perfectly! I left the back un-tucked for a more laidback look. Teaming this with simple white sliders kept it relaxed, summery & very comfortable. I was planning on picking up a similar pair from Zara this week which admittedly are a little smarter but this pair are great dupes for a casual weekend. 

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend, let me know what you think below! 

SNUGGLE MUFFIN

Dress - Primark £10 | Coat - H&M £34.99 now £20! |  Crochet Wedges - New Look £29.99 | Pink Clutch - Primark £8 | Clubmaster Sunglasses - Primark £2 | Necklace - Primark £6 | Umbrella - Gift.

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I've been looking forward to writing this post but I've had a bit of trouble with my pictures but alas! Here it goes...

A couple of weekends ago I had a meet up tea & cake affair with my Glasgow blogging lovelies in Snuggle Muffin, a wee cake tearoom on George Street. The girls & I had a lovely time, we were spoiled for choice between all of the handcrafted cupcakes & homemade scones with jam & fresh cream & brownies & tea & yum, yum, yum... *lost in a cake-filled daydream...* Annnnnyway, it would only make sense to go dressed in my fav cupcake colours and since I had to head straight out afterwards I took the opportunity to dress-up for high tea - I even sported my ruffled lilac umbrella/parasol (which by the way I ended up using for both rain & shine lol!) 

I had a little bit of a Primark haul after work on Friday & to say I was pleased with this dress purchase would be a major understatement. This wave-textured dress was my bargain of the year so far at just £10! I couldn't believe what a gem I'd found! It's sooo comfortable, stretchy in material which made it even more suitable for the indulgent afternoon I was planning on having! I've teamed this with a flat collar necklace that has both the colour of the dress and the clutch bag merged together which pretty much tied the look together. I've been so impressed with the range of clutch bags available in Primark recently, as you will have seen in my overnight stay in Manchester post I've started a mini collection of them! They could easily pass for something that the likes of Zara or even H&M would produce. The blush pink colour is a favourite of mine just now, I'm feeling I could go really matchy-matchy with the shift dress I wore on Easter Monday.

Crochet is all around just now & I'm loving it. It's so summery!! Desperately in need of some Summer wedges I spotted these in New Look - they were a MUST. I love the cut out details plus they're super supportive so I can literally run in them (actually did for the train...)

Now for my new baby, the new H&M trench. Living in Glasgow, the summer is never really a Summer. So although I'll be out there with my shorts & dresses on, realistically we need a little light summer coat to go to & from. Could this one be any more perfect? I think not! I'd been looking at the one they'd brought out at the start of the season, but when I seen this I grabbed my size & headed for the till. However, my heart did sink when I seen it included in the mid season sale with £15 off *sob* but nevertheless I hope that someone picks up the bargain!

I had such a lovely afternoon with the girls. Since I've started blogging it amazes me just how nice everyone is. It's one of my favourite things about being part of the blogging network, thanks for such great company!

For anyone who hasn't been to Snuggle Muffin I'd recommend their beautiful cakes - they're delicious!

What do you think of this look? Do you know you can follow me on instagram for midweek outfit posts?

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CREAMY CAMIS

Pastel Cami - Matalan £6 | Watch - Michael Kors | Necklace - Primark £6 | Floral Clutch - Matalan £15

So it appears I'm a Matalan addict! 

I just can't help myself just now, Matalan is 5 minutes away from my house & I absolutely LOVE all of the simple pastel pieces they're bringing in. It's waaaay too easy! 

I've literally bought these camis in every colour, it just so happened that these little guys made the cut for the blog pic. They're fab for just throwing on with jeans or they tuck in well to anything highwaisted!

They're already wardrobe staples this season. 

OUTFIT || MINT ❤

| Jumpsuit: Wal G, Topshop £36 | White Blazer: Primark £19 | Suede Cut-Out Wedge in Nude: eBay £14.99 | Clutch Bag in Ecru: Primark £6 | Statement Pastel Necklace: Primark £6 |



Happy Friday!!

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I hope everyone is well & looking forward to whatever the weekend has in store! I'm totally confused about which day I'm on, for those of you who follow me on Twitter you'll know I've been away the past couple of days in Manchester seeing the extremely handsome Mr. Michael Bublé!  * I instantly turn into the heart eyed emoji* I went with Fraser's family for his Mum & Dads 50th birthday. I keep going to say 'what a brilliant weekend we had!' But it was during the week, hence my confusion. So as much as I didn't have the Friday Feeling, I wasn't about to pass up the free weekend! I'm half expecting to wake up tomorrow thinking it's Tuesday.. aaaanyway, that was just a little insight into my crazy head! 

I always find a concert, gig, music event whateveeeer you wanna call it really difficult to dress for. Because it's never just the gig, oh no! There's dinner before & per-drinks, then there is the drinks afterwards & potentially a late night bar or club or both, ahhhhh! It's a tricky one! Because we were away from Glasgow we fancied getting dressed up a little, particularly the fact we were celebrating the rents 50th birthdays! 

In a last minute panic the night before the morning we left (and an hour before the shops closed) I decided to have a complete outfit meltdown & head to the shops on a mission to find a complete outfit that was going to fit the majorly specific brief without making my bank card cry at 'payment approved'. Not like me to be soooo late, or last minute or anything to that effect... *ahem*

With wasted time in a few shops & feeling like a quick change artist, I had 20mins left to find something, anything! I went into Topshop & found this gorgeous mint jumpsuit from Wal G.  I find the crepe fabric always looks expensive! Since I'm adoring pastels as you may have gathered from my recent posts this was perfect! Plus I had a good feeling that my big statement from my last outfit post (Here) would be a perfect colour match for this! 

Feeling optimistic, I ran to Primark (literally, I ran) because I remembered getting very distracted by the most perfect white Blazer. It reminded me of the collarless one from my White on White post from last month (Here) but better, it's textured on the bodice giving it a more expensive feel. It's a new favourite! I can definitely see me popping it over a little top & jeans for a 'ladies who lunch' kind of affair (our cakes date perhaps my bloggers?)  i also spotted this gorgeous little clutch in Ecru, perfect match for my practical shoe choice of cut out wedges, I actually demonstrated my running skills in these too.. I BLAME THE WINE! 

What do you think of this look?  ❤

OUTFIT || PRETTY IN PINK ❤

Boxy Top: New Look £12.99 | 'Shell Pink' A-Line Skirt: New Look £14.99 | Fluffy Cardigan: H&M £34.99 | Bag: Gucci (gift) | Shoes: Matalan £19.99 (similar here!)  

Cupcake Nails: Primark £1 | Assorted Rings: Primark £1.50 & £3

Statement Pastel Necklace: Primark £6.

Hello ♥

Today I thought I'd blog my first proper outfit post, which is pretty exciting but also nerve racking since I don't know how my style will be perceived. I hope I don't become victim to a Mean Girls-esque grilling as I've never really claimed to be some sort of trend setting fashionista despite having studied Fashion I'd say more recently I verge on the side of 'normal' when it comes to styling & trends.

As we all know pastels are popping everywhere at the moment which I totally adore & embrace every Spring/Summer. The part I love most about these ice cream colours besides the fact that they look delicious is that they can pretty much be worn all at once, in fact, I'd say they look better altogether! 

So last night I was heading out to dinner with my side of the family to a little place in Jordanhill called The Sisters. Every Christmas we do a Secret Santa where we have to buy for a couple, we set a £100 budget & a £40 gift voucher for this restaurant as it's our family favourite. It's lovely because we all get together & have a great night, plus it's always close to my Aunt's birthday so we celebrate too! Any excuse would have done me fine so long as I got the chance to have their legendary Peanut Butter Cheesecake!

Here's a look at what I had. If you're in the Glasgow area I highly recommend! 

DELICIOUS!

Anyway, I'll remove the drool & talk about my little outfit choice! 

I love going out on a Saturday because it's an excuse to dress up a little no matter where you're going! I chose to dawn my favourite pastel colour pink with nude details & different textures. 

This sweet curly fur cardigan caught my interest a week ago when I was shopping around for some work clothes & since it was payday on Friday -hurraaaay! I seen no reason as to why I shouldn't give it a loving home. Desperate to wear it but having a mini debate in my head whether I actually should, I decided that my clumsiness (nothing to do with the wine by the way) would not be an issue & made myself a pinky promise that I would be extra careful, which thankfully I was. Alas, no longer will I hear the jokes of the scoop bib, mini achievement!

I fell in love with these Louboutin inspired nude spike heels from Matalan just before Christmas & when they went on sale for £15 they were a total must! I was seriously impressed with Mata for this tremendous effort, sometimes they really do pleasantly surprise me! Although they're sold out I managed to spot a pair from an eBay store as I've linked, they're UK based too which is a plus! I adore a nude heel especially as they go with everything & as we make this awkward transition between seasons they're perfect for any occasion. 

Can we just take a moment to look at how amaaazing this necklace is from Primark? as we all know i'm literally the biggest fan of Primark's jewels, I love how affordable they are & that there's tonnes! I will admit in advance that I do intend on making them my sole excuse as to why i'll be over my baggage allowance at the airport this year. Gorgeous!

I must admit that my Fraser's photography isn't the greatest so keen photographers apply within!

What do you think of this look? Did you know you can follow me on Bloglovin' ? xx

all white everything || the look for less than £100

Hello! So recently I have been the Queen of 'matchy-matchy' & I'm in LOVE ❤ with the white on white combinations I've been seeing everywhere! It's so clean, sharp & sophisticated but definitely not for the faint hearted (or the clumsy.. 'lunch on white on white' is totally not the look we're going for here!) 

My favourite things about this look:-

❤ it suits everyone! It can be worked to all shapes & personal styles.

❤ most of us already have a little white shirt or blouse tucked away in the wardrobe.

❤ the pieces you purchase will last a lifetime if you choose them carefully!

❤ it looks so well thought out! 

Kim Kardashian is the ultimate in this look - she has perfected it! A mix between soft cuts and sharp tailoring is essential. She looks completely flawless. *stares in complete awe*

I set myself a challenge to find a gorgeous little white-on-white combo for less than £100. Yes, that's head to toe including accessories. Mission accepted! (this was majorly ambitious)

My Look For Less ❤

Jasmine structured shift dress in white - Boohoo.com £20   

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White collarless blazer - New Look £29.99

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Honorina snakeskin sandals in white - Missguided £39.99 

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Envelope clutch with gold fastening & chain - Bag'Mama @ eBay £4.99

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Gold ID curb chain - Bag'Mama @ eBay £4.49

Result! A complete outfit for a grand total of £99.46!!

I've completely fallen in love with this collarless blazer from New Look. This is a total must-have investment for any wardrobe & it's a steal at that price! It's new so I'd grab it before it goes... this is why I adore having a student card.

These beaaautiful platforms from Missguided are absolutely genuis, you can't tell from the picture but they have a gorgeous perspex toe detail - very Gianvito Rossi without the bank breaking (more like heart breaking) price tag!

I've become a major fan of a shift dress recently, especially since like most of us i'm still trying to beat the January muffin top! (okay I know it's February now...) I couldn't believe when I found this little gem on boohoo for 20 quid! They always pleasantly surprise me when I checkout! 

My chosen accessories are from a little eBay store set in the UK called Bag'Mama which I happened to stumble across one day when searching for little haberdashery bits & bobs. It's a fantastic discovery!! They offer free delivery & their products are super cheap - big thumbs up!

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What do you think about white-on-white?