My current obsession... STATEMENT NECKLACES

On a wish list post several months ago I said that a statement necklace was at the top of my list... I now have quite a selection which is continuing to grow I just cant stop! They completely change an outfit and are such a handy piece to put with a fairly plain outfit that you have quickly thrown together when in a rush! Here are my favourite 3...

All from Topshop! 

Recent hair and beauty experiments...

Glitter on mushroom. 

Yes I know we've all seen glittery nails before but this picture doesn't do justice how great these colours are together! I used a models own mushroom brown shade for the base coat and then a layer of gold glitter over that. I found the idea on a pinterest board and thought the glitter really complemented the shade. And they will look perfect over christmas!

I wanted to try something different with my hair Its almost always down and curled! I wanted to try something where my hair would look appropriate for a dressy occasion whilst being up. From time to time I will try a bun but because my hair is so long I like to do styles that can show off my length (especially as I'm having it all chopped off soon *cry*) So after trailing through a million youtube tutorials I gave this style an attempt. It has lots of volume and is a little different to my usual looks. All it entailed was a lot of back comb in a bottle (AMAZING) and a good handful of hair grips. AND it didn't take long at all! I tried this out one morning before I went to uni as a quick trial and I had plenty of time. Give it a go guys :) x

Bodycon midi...

So my latest purchase was something completely out of my comfort zone! I purchased this bodycon midi dress from Topshop for £30. It is a style I wouldn't usually have gone for, as I like to pick out loose fitting, feminine style dresses as they are more flattering towards my curvy figure. I saw this dress online and fell in love with the print and thought why not? I was a little apprehensive as it is very fitted but with the help of some bridget jones knickers (sshhh our secret) I felt fantastic in this style of dress! It has such a classy, feminine look but with an edge because of the cool print. I have seen that Topshop have this dress in a selection of colours and prints also which is very exciting! I can't wait to crack this dress out lots more over the next couple of months. xx

Attention!

A trend I have noticed to be growing and growing is this cool and fierce military style trend that is swarming the high street and online stores. I love how something so uniform and masculine has been given a feminine edge to create some real cool and edgy pieces. Here are some of my favourite garments that I have come across when browsing online. The use of glitter and studs is a massive love of mine - I think it is a great contrast with the khaki colour palette! I will definitely be shopping around for a military style classic when it comes to payday! I don't think this trend will be disappearing anytime soon!

I WANT ONE!

I cannot deny that the new Chanel Hula Hoop bag instantly caught my eye! This new design for spring/summer 13 was the talk of the runway, intended for beach wear it is definitely different from ANYTHING we have seen before and I completely love it! I wonder how many celebs will be seen strolling along the beach with one of these next summer? Hats of to Karl Lagerfeld, combining fashion and practicality... that's not something you see everyday!

More shopping...

Hi bloggers! I'm back on the scene! I haven't been blogging very regularly at all because I'm back at uni and have been EXTREMELY busy. But I have a free evening so thought I'd do a few posts updating you on my latest favourite buys! 

I have been so naughty lately with the spending! But having all this uni work on, I feel I deserve a treat now and then...Well maybe one treat to many in this case!

Here's what I've been spending all of my money on...

 Metallic wrap dress - Topshop (oh my love)

 Black, lace high neck, bodycon dress - Topshop

 My new favourite thing in the world! Gorgeous winter coat - Miss Selfridge

 Instinct spur of the moment buy at the weekend! Sequin top - Miss Selfridge

 Gorgeous (very high) wedges - Miss Selfridge

 Contrast, bandage skater dress - Missguided

My new love, wear it with EVERYTHING - statement necklace - Topshop

Glitter Obsessed!

 I don't no about you, but I am partial to a little (or a lot) of glitter! Which is why I was superrrrr excited to try the new 'pinch punch' extra glittery nail varnish from the Louise Gray make-up line for Topshop. I was looking for a vibrant glittery varnish to cover up the imperfections I have on my nails as I've just taken my acrylic nails off and they have left my nails in an awful condition. This nail varnish did the trick completely! Just 2 coats of this and my nails looked cute, sparkley and covered up the damage! For £6.50 I was very impressed and will definitely continue to use this in the future! x