14/03/15

quilted sweatshirt - H&M

black leggings - New Look

coin necklace - H&M

 

i-D magazine | Rihanna Apreciation

This post doesn't have much substance to it but I just felt I had to share my love somehow. I recently brought the i-D magazine music edition, admittedly with the sole reason being the incredible photo of Rihanna on the cover. Inside though, along with some more amazing photos of her (even if her hair does slightly resemble that of 'crazy eyes' from oitnb), the whole magazine is actually a pretty good read. I love the simple layout, the photography throughout is incredible, and finding out about new up and coming artists is one of my favourite things to do. I couldn't ask for more really.

Like I said in my Leibster Award post, I have had a bit of a Rihanna obsession developing over the past couple of months and once you've seen these photos, I'm sure you will too. All I can say really is congratulations to Rihanna on her face.

 

Whilst we're on the subject, can we all appreciate how perfect this Elle photoshoot from December is

Prom/Graduation Dress Inspiration

March may well seem too early for this post, but I've noticed recently that people are actually starting to think about, or even starting to buy, their outfits for upcoming Proms or Graduations.

Unfortunately I have no reason whatsoever to buy a fancy new dress, so I thought a blog post would be the perfect excuse to have a little browse on the internet and admire pretty clothes. 

When I was looking for my prom dress in 2013, I actually found it really difficult to find anything I was that keen on or that was even prom appropriate, and ended up in a dress that I did like, but wasn't over the moon about. I could be wrong, but it seems to me that there is a lot more choice around nowadays so I thought it would be nice to gather some of my favourites and put them all in one convenient place for those of you with an event coming up in the near future. 

Many of these dresses are from Asos, which I would definitely recommend for any kind of occasion dress, because they just have such a huge collection that is constantly being added to, and also free delivery and returns, which makes the possibility of it not fitting a lot less daunting.

I appreciate that some of the dresses I've chosen are very expensive, but they were just too pretty not to include! I tried to pick out a range of styles and colours here so hopefully there's something for everyone.

Pastels | Florals

 

 

Sparkle | Shimmer

 

Monochrome

 

 

 

 

Colour | Brights

 

 

07/03/15

Ok so this is the first outfit post I've ever done but I'm pretty sure my awkward posing and slightly creepy smile gives that away anyway.
I brought a tripod the other day, and I just thought, whilst it's sunny and I've actually bothered to get dressed, I might as well have a go at this fashion blogging thing.
I'm generally a comfort over style kind of person, so you'll rarely catch me killing my feet in heels or desperately trying to hold down my skirt on a windy day. I would say my personal style is mainly made up of cheap men's t-shirts, faded black jeans and wearing the same trainers everyday, but I do think sometimes you can get the best of both worlds. I actually really like the whole hobo casual look so I feel like I don't really have to compromise on comfort when wearing the style of clothes I really like.

T-shirt - Zara

Leather look jacket - H&M

Joni Jeans - Topshop

9 amazing bands/singers you may not have heard of

Ibeyi
Favourite song: Ghosts + Oya








Raury
Favourite song : Cigarette Song








Propellers
Favourite song : Black Mascara Eyes







Ady Suleiman
 Favourite song: So Lost

 

 Michael Kiwanuku
Favourite song: Home Again

 

Josef Salvat
Favourite song: Open Season







Lo-Fang
Favourite song: #88







Raleigh Ritchie

Favourite song: Stronger Than Ever









Amber Run
Favourite song : Hide and Seek

Leibster Award

 

It genuinely upsets me that I haven't felt inspired or motivated enough to blog for about a month now. I was so proud that I managed to post 21 times in January, and it disheartens me that I've let stress prevent me from doing something I really enjoy. What with coursework deadlines and travelling to and from France, I just felt so anxious that there wasn't any storage space left in my brain for anything other than worry. But now that I'm feeling back to my usual self I thought I would ease myself back into the world of blogging with a tag style post.

I was nominated for the Liebster Award ages ago by Chloe but completely forgot to do it and since then I was also tagged by Becky, Manpreet, Laura and Anna. So thank you so much for the nominations and sorry it has taken me so long! As to not bore you with me rambling on about my self for 55 questions, I thought I would just take a few from each:

RULES

 

Link the person/people that have nominated you

Answer the 11 questions given by the nominator/s

Nominate 11 blogs with less than 500 followers

Create 11 new questions for nominees to answer

Notify the nominees on their social media

ANSWERS

 

1. If you could give one piece of advice about blogging, what would it be?

 

I don't think I'm really the best person to give out advice about anything really, but when it comes to blogging I would say that the best thing to do is to create posts that you would like to read yourself, rather than just copying other people because that's how you think a blog is 'supposed' to be. How can you expect anyone to enjoy your content if your not even interested?

2. Favourite quote?

 

It sounds unbelievably cheesy, but I think the quote that has had the most effect on me and my perspective on life, is 'tomorrow could be the best day of your life'. It's so simple but until I saw it down in writing for the first time, it had never even crossed my mind. As I briefly mentioned in my reflecting on 2014 post, I've had a few shitty (there's no better word to describe it) years recently, and just reminding myself that everyday is a new chance at happiness, has kept me so much stronger than I even thought was possible for my usually weak-willed self. It made me think, why give up now when I could be so close?   

 

3. What is your biggest concern when going out, your makeup or outfit?

 

Probably my makeup. I think generally your face is what other people notice, and if your face is looking its best then you can make practically any outfit look good. I tend to spend about 40 minutes doing my makeup and only 1 minute deciding what to wear.

 

4. What do you feel most proud of in your life?

 

My first reaction was to say my GCSE results, but in all honesty, school work and grades don't actually mean an awful lot to me. I think I am most proud of all those little steps that I've made over the past year, towards building my independence and confidence. It's all those first time things like flying by myself, booking myself a hairdressers appointment, or getting on the right train by myself. All those things that sound ridiculous but made me sick to the stomach with nerves. All those things that I can now do.

 

5. If you could have the wardrobe of any celebrity who would you choose and why?

 

aahh that's such a hard question. I reckon if you asked me again in a months time my answer would be completely different, but right now I am completely obsessed with Rihanna and her undisputable style. Besides maybe a certain risqué, yet still kind of beautiful, dress (can you even call it a dress?), I would very very happily wear any of her outfits from the past year or so.

 

6. Where is your ideal holiday?

 

I have always wanted to go to Greece (mainly just to take photos ngl), but generally, visiting big cities is one of my all time favourite things to do. I would love to go inter-railing in Europe at some point to see a load of new cities in one go, and although it's a bit of a cliché, New York is definitely also on the list.

 

7. What is your favourite item of clothing right now? (You can add a picture if you want to)

 

Being the lazy sod that I am, of course it had to be pyjamas. These are the comfiest, cosiest, cutest, clothes I have ever owned; how could they not be my favourite?  

 

8. What's your favourite part about blogging?

 

I love the freedom of blogging. It allows me to be creative whenever I want and with whatever I want. In life we have very little control, so I find that it is almost therapeutic to have that small part of the internet that is mine and mine alone, where responsibilities and pressures are either non-existent or self inflicted. Unless you include playing candy crush, there isn't actually much in my life anymore that I do solely for my own enjoyment, so as silly and insignificant as it sounds, blogging really is important to me.      

 

9. What is your song of the week?

 

Definitely Four Five Seconds by Rihanna, Kanye West, Paul McCartney. No doubt about it.

 

10. What's your favourite place you've ever visited?

 

I've been to Barcelona a few times now and I would still love to go back again, it's such a lovely place. I also remember Ljubljana being a really beautiful city. Oh and of course London.

 

11. How would you describe your music taste and who is your favourite artist?

 

I don't actually know how to describe my music taste because I even surprise myself sometimes with the songs I like, but here are some of my favourite artists:

Ed Sheeran, Kanye West, Portugal. The Man, The neighbourhood, Frank Ocean, Amber Run, Arctic Monkeys, Maroon 5, Jessie Ware, Beyoncé, Sam Smith, Pharrell Williams, Years and Years, Catfish and the Bottlemen, One Direction, Rizzle Kicks, The Beatles, Lorde, James Arthur, Disclosure...

oops sorry got a bit carried away with that list

QUESTIONS

1. What was the last thing you bought?
2. Best moment of 2015 so far?
3. What film would you recommend?
4. Which language do you wish you could speak fluently?
5. Heels or trainers?
6. Do you have a music guilty pleasure?
7. Do you plan on getting a tattoo?
8. Do you have any pets? (if yes post a photo!)
9. Which blog post are you most proud of?
10. What is you favourite nail varnish shade?
11. What is the most expensive fashion item you own

NOMINEES

Sorry if any of you have already done it, but I nominate:
http://emandhanxo.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.lucyjlove.blogspot.com
http://aikateriniblog.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.asocalledbeautyblog.com/
http://petalsofperfection.blogspot.co.uk/
http://missannabellasrambles.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.littleelliemae.co.uk/
http://sophieroseblogs.com/
http://labelsandlipstick1.blogspot.co.uk/
http://asouthwalesblog.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.hailandharmony.blogspot.ie/