Spring Additions

Okay so hands up all of you who when looking outside your window can see that white (possibly now dirty grey), cold and wet stuff that we have been seeing far too much of lately?  Yes the snow has come back with force and there is even the nasty rumour that we are due some more towards the end of the week, I mean SERIOUSLY!!!!!  Does the Weather God not know I have other (more important) things to wear than thermals, ‘sensible’ grip boots and jumpers!!!!

Now if you’re anything like me you will be beyond fed up with the cold dreary weather we have been having for what seems like FOREVER (why is it that global warming seems to be taking us down the cold & wet route as opposed to the hot & sunny one?).  I for one am longing to burn (I mean pack) the thermals away and crack open the brighter thinner fabrics hanging in my wardrobe.  Surely the laws of probability mean that at some stage we will see a rise in temperature and if it's anything like normal a ‘blink & you miss it” kind of rise then taking a leaf from my Girl Guide days I say I need to be prepared.  Otherwise (and feel free to use my reasoning) if I wait until the better weather arrives a) the items I want will be out of stock in my size and b) if by some miracle my size is available by the time I’ve added it to my basket and checked out, our British Summer will have been and gone!

So firstly as I was perusing the Zara website (which I know is a rare act on my part *coughs*) I saw these fab tops which I just KNOW I am going to live in, if or should I say WHEN we get our spring/summer.

Zara Draped T-Shirt

These tops are fab for two reasons, one you can dress them up or down and in the cooler (& lets be honest the majority of our summer) days will look great either under a jacket with a statement necklace, skinny jeans and some fabulous heels or dressed down with some boyfriend jeans, sandals and biker jacket and two they will conceal a multitude of sins around the tummy area for all us mums :) Plus they also look a lot better on than in these photos. Now the Zara Goblin as I like to call the creature that lives inside the mouse of my computer and seems to hit the ‘buy me’ button without me even knowing it ;) ordered all four colours.  All are lovely but being ‘sensible’ (& yes I use the term loosely) I have decided to stick with the black, white and green ones as these will go with most things in my wardrobe.

Moving onto jeans and the fact that boyfriend jeans seems to be the must have jean for the summer.  Whilst I love the look on others in the couple (& I do mean couple) of pairs I’ve tried on I’ve not liked the ‘I’ve just filled my nappy’ look from the rear so thought I would give them a miss and simply wear my straight legged jeans rolled up in the hotter months (I’m being optimistic with the use of the word ‘months’ I know!). However, the Zara Goblin also slipped these into my shopping basket and I have to admit I love them.  They’re slightly loose on the waist, bum & hips but not in a ‘nappy’ kind of way and I also love that they’re a little more fitted on the leg.  Plus of course I haven’t got to wait for the better weather before I can wear them & they are a lovely shade of denim!

Zara Loose Fit Jeans

Finally (well for today at least!) some new statement necklaces. As you will have no doubt have realised from some of my pictures I have recently discovered a new love affair with costume jewellery & love how a large colourful necklace can really lift an outfit and transform an otherwise plain outfit into something a little more eye catching.  Not to mention bring new life into my by now tired winter wardrobe.

So statement necklace number one was copied from Fiona Avenue57 & is from Wallis. I love the design and colours plus with 30% off what's not to love!

Now unfortunately this looks like it might be sold out as I can’t find it listed on their website (although there may be some lurking in store) but there are a couple of other ones which have taken my fancy & are currently in the sale too!

Wallis Chain & Facet Collar

Wallis Statement Multirow Chain Collar

I have also just ordered these from Next, although have yet to see them in the flesh so will report back on that at a later stage.

Next Neon Bib Necklace

Next Neon Short Necklace

Next Lime Teardrop Necklace

Finishing with what I have been wearing the last couple of days.

Outfit One

Quilted Jacket - Zara

Necklace - Wallis

Jumper  GAP

Belt - H&M

Jeans - Zara

Shoe Boots - M&S

Outfit Two

Lace & Crystal Scarf - Zara

Lace Jumper - Zara

Bangle - Mango

Jeans - GAP

Shoe Boots - M&S

So with that I’m off to make final decisions on my outfits for the coming few days & hubby’s birthday celebrations which include Afternoon Tea at the Ritz & (fingers crossed) a hot air balloon ride!  I think there’s little chance in hoping that the temperature will soar but here’s hoping for no more snow!

Don’t forget I love to hear your comments & would love to hear all about your latest finds. x