Familiarity.

In September, I was thrown into a pool of unfamiliarity. I started uni, met new people, moved to a different town and generally experienced exciting and unfamiliar challenges. Although this new found independence can be quite the thrill, there's no shame in missing the familiar.

The earthy smell of the fireplace. Mum's homemade potato wedges. The annoying whine of your sibling.

 

Home.

 

 

Headband - H&M

Collar - (Gift)

Jumper - Primark

Skirt - H&M

Bag - Camden Market

 

On days when I'm feeling particularly homesick, I like to wear some of my old-time favourites. As ridiculous as it sounds, it is a genuine cure for my homesickness. Ha. This H&M skirt has been a staple part of my wardrobe for over a year now, and it's probably my most overworn item - along with my lil creepers. There's some form of comfort in slipping into my battered and worn studded babies as I remember countless days out, chilling with friends and family, Creepers on my feet. This is all getting a bit sentimental, isn't it.

 

 

 

 

I feel I need a trip back home, and with the Christmas holiday fast approaching, I couldn't be more excited. Uni life is amazing, but sometimes you just need some looking after.

 

Home.

 

 

Have a lovely day!

 

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Wardobe Veteran

This morning, as I was glancing at my wardrobe I noticed a cardigan I haven't worn for months. It's actually one of the oldest things in my current wardrobe at the tender age of 3 years old. I decided to dust it off and wear it today, paired with a sand coloured midi and red charity shop jumper. I couldn't help but throw on some spotted tights and creepers to give the look more 'grungy edge' and less 'Little House on the Prairie'.

 

 

 

 

 

The red lip and jumper really break the monochrome of the cardigan, making the outfit a bit more fun and appropriate for spring. I use the term 'spring' loosely. It's freezing.

 

I hope you like the look, guys!

 

Just a side-note..... Today I saw a girl wearing the most gorgeous emerald peplum with some well fitted black jeans. The look was so nice, as it was well tailored and smart-casual - this definitely gave me some fashpo (fashion inspiration; see what I did there).

 

Maxime Simoems 2013

 

 

Topshop

 

However, peplums are one of those awkward items of clothing that only really look good if they fit perfectly and with my funny proportions, a perfect fit is near impossible. So, dear readers - cherished readers - beloved readers, do you know any shops that sell well fitted and flattering peplums? I will love you infinitely if you leave me a comment:)

 

 

 

                       

90's Dotty Perks

This was my look today! This evening my stomach allowed me to go out and have a meal in celebration of my friend's birthday. I thought this an appropriate occasion to whip out the velvet!

 This velvet skater dress is from Dorothy Perkins..... in the 90's! My mum had it stashed away, and kindly opted to donate it to me (you see, I had been begging her to by me an American Apparel one for weeks). To make the look more casual, I paired it with a simple denim jacket and my staple creepers. I wore this floral Aldo bag because frankly, I feel plain without some sort of print..

That's all, folks
xx

 

The art of impracticality

It's snowing outside - not that you could tell from what I'm wearing. I tend to ignore the ice on the ground, and dress according to how I feel rather than the weather. This is such a simple outfit! The dress is a little short, so this isn't something I'd class as casual, but its just something easy when you're in a rush. The lace collar has a really cute pearl fastening, and underneath I'm wearing a black bralet.

The pastel colours on the headband really compliment the cream and mustard of the dress, and when contrasted with a purple lip and black tights, the look becomes suitable for an evening occasion.

The Bishop sleeve is a love of mine. It just makes the dress a bit more interesting and elegant. Besides, who doesn't want floaty sleeves?

It seems that although the weather is gallantly slaying every living thing with snow, it is unable to affect my wardrobe. With flowers in my hair, and a less-than-adequate pair of Creepers for snow-trudging, I am clearly dressed for summer. But fear not! I did wear my staple H&M coat outside!

I'm sorry snow, you haven't been able to force me into wearing practical clothing. Maybe next time.

 

xx