Happy Monday ladies. Before we get onto what I'm wearing ASOS have just launched a fab discount of 20% off new season items, which is perfect timing for all the new AW17 loveliness that is starting to hit the stores. To take advantage of this discount simply click here :-)
So today marks the start of a short working week for me as we're off on holiday later this week - whoop whoop! Although that in turn means I've got a million & one things to do before the off & a busy day ahead, which calls for a simple outfit.
Morning ladies I thought we'd take a peek at some stunning new arrivals at Hush today, as they've released some gorgeous new pieces including this beaut of a dress, that sadly already seems to be sold out. Damn it - although I'm sure the hubby is doing a little dance of joy that, that's one less thing I'll be buying ;-) Although of course the morale of the story is don't hesitate to 'click that button' if you spot something above! What's that saying - 'shortest horror story ever: sold out!' As always just click on any of the above images for further details & you can check out their full new collection here.
Back to today & time for another old top to make an appearance, this time a Zara denim shacket that had me as soon as I spotted the shoulder detailing & gold stud closures. I love the contrast of the deep navy blue against the cream culottes....really must make the effort to wear some different trousers tomorrow :-0 But these culottes are so lovely to wear I couldn't resist throwing them on again today!
So ladies what's everyone's views of Hush's latest drop - are we loving?! Perhaps you've already 'clicked the button', or maybe you've managed to grab that dress I now realise I 'need' in my life! As always I love hearing your thoughts.
By the way a quick heads up on the hyaluronic gel & triple retinol cream I'm planning on placing a further order whilst we're away so if anyone needs any more supplies ordering just email me here. Cost per item is £35.95 plus postage.
Enjoy your day ladies & as always I'll see you in the morning.
Happy Saturday lovelies. Before I share with you my outfit for today I wanted to highlight some fab sales buys all under £100 from Matches that if you use code EXTRA20 you'll get an additional 20% off :-) As always just use the arrows to navigate & click on any of the images for further details. But if you have time it's definitely worth checking out what's left in the sale.
Back to today & it's a bit of a busy one for us so I'm keeping my look very simple & classic.
I'm teaming a simple cami with my cropped culottes & double breasted cardigan, which I'm pairing with some straw accessories.
So today has started early with that last minute dash to the shops, which no matter how organised you try to be there's always the odd toiletry or two you've forgotten for holidays - or is this just me?! Then it's back home to start the holiday packing, which I've usually started by now but with all the birthday celebrations it's been pushed back. Naturally I'm expecting our son to suddenly appear with a mound of washing that all needs doing before he can start packing - joy! Then there's the 101 jobs you always seem to need to do before you go away. Like I say a bit of a busy one. Definitely already looking forward to crashing on the sofa for a film later this evening :-)
Happy Friday ladies. I'm wearing a summertime favourite colour combination today of cornflower blue & cream, which in my view always looks so fresh together.
So I'm styling a simple fitted classic shirt with my ever useful cream culottes & finishing the look off with my gold glitter ballet pumps & navy cross body bag & if the rain arrives my navy leather biker.
I don't know about you but I can't believe it's Friday already - the days are speeding past at the moment, just when I need them to slow down as I've still got so much to do before we go away - eek!
Enjoy your day ladies & cheers to wine o'clock I think we deserve it ;-)
So it's the continuation of a busy week for me trying to get everything completed in terms of work because a week today we jet off on holiday - whoop, whoop! Needless to say there's so much to do & at this stage I'm starting to wonder if I'll get it all completed but somehow you just do, don't you?!
Right I'd better start that list otherwise there's going to be a few late nights/early mornings involved. Have a fab day ladies & see you in the morning.
Morning ladies today I thought we'd take a peek at all the new into store pieces that have been arriving at Boden. As usual there's lots to tempt us from statement shoes to leopard print cross body bags to frill detailed shirts to stripey tops that we all find so hard to resist.
As you can see above I've put together my top picks, although my particular favourites would have to be this bag, these shoes & these trousers. As usual just click on any of the images for further details & you can see the full collection here.
Back to today & I'm going for an all grey look with my grey mesh skirt styled with a simple knitted top & sparkly ballet pumps.
So ladies what's catching your eye so far at Boden? Anything in particular? Maybe you've already 'clicked that button' or perhaps are building a wish list, if so I'd love to hear what's tempting you.
Happy hump day lovelies. Only 2 more sleeps till the weekend whoop whoop.
Morning ladies & happy Monday. Before I share what I'm wearing today I thought I'd show you a few pictures that I took last Wednesday when I was lucky enough to be invited to the official opening of Laura Ashley's first tearoom. As you will no doubt have gathered from following my blog & Instagram account I love afternoon tea - I don't think there's anything more decadent than enjoying dainty sandwiches & delicious cakes served on beautiful & feminine china & it's definitely one of my favourite things to do with my mum & sister & also my girlfriends. So I was delighted to be invited to the event & even more excited when I discovered the tearoom isn't far from where I live :-)
Situated at the Corus Regency Hotel just on the outskirts of Solihull with plenty of parking, the tearoom is the first of it's kind, with Laura Ashley hoping to open more venues in the near future. As you would expect the tearoom is beautifully decorated in Laura Ashley wallpaper & furnishings, with a luxurious & tranquil atmosphere.
One thing I really loved about the venue was the tearoom has it's own separate entrance so you don't have to enter the hotel & due to it's size (not too big or too small to be crowded in) it felt like a real treat, which of course afternoon tea is. I had the vegetarian option, which as you can see from the photos above had a gorgeous selection of finger sandwiches & the most delicious cakes & scones - the gluten free brownie is to die for! They even have their own cardboard boxes for you to take any leftovers home - which the hubby devoured as soon as I walked through the door!
So ladies it's definitely worth a visit if you live locally or are passing via the motorway & fancy a treat. In fact I loved it so much that I've already mentioned it to my mum & sister for our next meet up as handily it just so happens to be half way between where we all live so it's bound to become a regular meet up venue......oh the hardship! ;-)
Back to today & I'm styling some summer classics in a colour combination that's never going to go out of fashion.
Morning ladies, for this month's style steal I thought we'd take inspiration from the above image of Jennifer Lawrence.
Not only does it include a lot of wardrobe staples, some of which you've probably already got hanging in your wardrobe. It also makes the perfect stylish & practical outfit for jetting off on holiday.
So let's crack on & shop the high street to re-create the above look.
First up the ever useful panama - a 'must have' if you're heading to warmer climates, not only for sun protection but they really do pull the most simplest of looks together & of course they're ideal for hiding beach hair under. I have the below panama & it's definitely coming away with me plus it comes in 4 different sizes so perfect for those of us who usually find it difficult getting a hat to fit.
I probably don't need to tell you the benefits of a classic black blazer. I know I'd be lost without mine for dressing up or down outfits. Plus of course it's a timeless addition that can so easy be worn for work, rest & play. If you don't already own one then keep to a simple single breasted blazer that won't date & keep the detailing plain. Although if you want something with a little wow factor then consider swapping the plain black buttons for some gold ones that you can easily buy from a local haberdashery store or eBay.
Of course most of us love a stripe or two & this simple monochrome short sleeve tee would be perfect for recreating Jennifer's look & could also easily be teamed with denim or white shorts whilst on your holiday to create another outfit.
Or for something a little smarter, what about these cropped kick flares. I have the navy version & love them, plus they're also really comfortable to wear so ideal for travelling. You could also team them with a pretty cami like this one, to create an evening look.
Then finally shoes - I can't say I'm loving the ones Jennifer has teamed with her outfit. Personally I think either a simple pair of white trainers like the ones below would work better.
Back to today & after a couple of busy day's celebrating our son's 18th birthday we're having a relatively quiet one. So a chilled out day calls for a simple outfit of a pretty white top & jeans - oh & some glitter-tastic ballet pumps ;-)
So ladies what are your thoughts on this month's style steal? Is it a look you fancy re-creating? Perhaps you've got similar items already hanging in your wardrobe & plan on copying the look. Or maybe it's got you thinking about what to wear when you jet off on your holidays or even inspiration to create something similar but for a smarter occasion. As always I love hearing your thoughts.
Enjoy your Sunday & as always I'll see you in the morning.
Morning ladies we're continuing the 18th birthday celebrations with a trip to the Harry Potter Tour in London with my mum, sister & my nephews - so a real family day out.
Needless to say today is going to involve being on my feet for a fair amount of time so it's trainers all the way. I've styling them with a pretty white broderie top & some skinny combats.
Really looking forward to today, it will be fun to spend time with the whole family & I've heard great things about the Harry Potter studios so fingers crossed we're not disappointed.
Right I'd better get our picnic finished. Enjoy your Saturday ladies & I'll see you tomorrow.
Happy Friday ladies. Not only are we celebrating the start of the weekend more importanly we're celebrating our son's 18th birthday today! As you'll understand the past 18 years have whizzed by & I can't believe my 'little baby' is now legally an adult. Needless to say I've been awake since silly o'clock as I just love birthdays & we've got a few surprises planned so I'm VERY excited!
So a day of celebrating & seeing various family calls for a simple outfit of my cashmere ballet wrap & gold metallic pleated skirt. We're off out for a special meal later so I'll pop my outfit on Instagram & Facebook.
Right off to start the celebrations, which will no doubt involve the dog trying to eat all the wrapping paper & confetti from the birthday cannon turning up all over the place!
Enjoy your day ladies & I'll be back as always in the morning.
