OOTD- Eliza Doolittle

Hey guys!

 Today I am channelling my inner Eliza Doolittle with this chav-chic look. Double Denim and Co-ordinates are two hot trends this spring/ summer and with this look, you can rock them both! I bought my bralet and skirt from different places but they just happen to match in colour which was pretty lucky. My double soled canvas shoes have been lying around my room, unused for far too long so I thought they were owed a wear. They are great for adding height but being casual at the same time- perfect for chilled days!

 I've also been thinking about location shoots recently. When I have the time, I will hopefully be adding more location OOTD's to help spice my blog up a bit and make it more interesting! 

Earrings: New Look

Bralet: Topshop

Skirt: New Look

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Thanks for reading!

Jade x

25 Facts About ME

Hey guys!

I understand that not everyone is going to be interested in this sort of thing but for those who want to know a little bit more about me, here you go!

1. I love peanut butter

 

2. You can win me over with a Pina Colada or a Sex On The Beach (DRINK!!) 

3. At home I live in baggy clothes and fluffy socks

4. I have more Woman crushes than Male crushes -not a lesbo-

5. Far too many people tell me that my music taste is shameful

6. I'm about 5ft tall

7. Fav comedians- Russel Howard, Jason Manford and Michael Mcintyre 

8. I won't eat mash, baked beans or ketchup

9. I wish I was a tidy person but sadly, I am not. 

10. I have 2 brothers, 2 sisters

11. I cry at the silliest of things

 

12. I love to read books

13. I love Lang Leav's poetry

14. I wish I could write poetry myself

15. The sky fascinates me

16. I'm very family orientated 

17. I'm a sucker for horoscopes/ star sign related things

18. You will not see me watching a musical

19. I don't understand the fascination with disney films

20. I watch far too much television

21. I have a terrible expensive taste in make up

22. Romantic comedies will forever be my favourite

23. I have the gift of eating whatever I like and not putting on weight

24. I've written a journal since the age of 13

25. I need time to myself or I go nuts 

 

OOTD- Evening Minimalism

Hiyaaaaa

Today's outfit is very minimalistic, simple and great for an evening out. I got these shoes in Primark for £3- I know right!? I'm not used to wearing point-toe shoes though.. so my feet weren't best pleased. However, I think they're beautiful- I'll probably be taking these on holiday with me. Jeans- blah blah. Top is grey marl that I got from New Look, relatively cheap quite a while ago. It has a knot-tied bottom but I just tucked that in and added my silver chain (makes a change from gold).

Shoes: Primark

Jeans: Topshop

Top: New Look

Chain: New Look

Thanks for reading guys!
Jade x

Designer to High Street- Bibhu Mohapatra

These are a few of my favourites from Bibhu Mohapatra's Spring/ Summer '14 collection. It's clear that florals are a big influence on this particular collection but what's interesting is how he hasn't used them in an obvious way. He has experimented with panels, pleats, 3D flowers (embellishment) and geometric cut outs. The colour focus is soft, romantic and feminine with butter yellow, teal, coral, burnt orange and white/ pearlescent silver. Skirts are of midi or maxi length, either flowing or quietly structured.

I think this collection is absolutely beautiful, these five outfits in particular. So I'm going to show you how to create looks inspired by Mohapatra but with picks from the high street!

Blue skirt- New Look

Blue shirt- Topshop

Yellow flower earrings- River Island

White pleather skirt- Topshop

Flower necklace- Topshop

Coral tank top- New Look

Pyramid chocker necklace- Topshop

Coral skirt- Topshop

White pleat skirt- Topshop

Coral roll-up t-shirt- Topshop

Floral cami top- Topshop

White shoes- New Look

 Yellow/ Blue coat: River Island

Grey jeans: River Island

Yellow top: River Island

Daisy earrings: River Island

Coral bandeaux: Topshop

Floral print skirt: River Island

Nude kimono: River Island

Black kimono: River Island

Pink cami: River Island

Peach asymmetric skirt: River Island

Blue jeans: River Island

White bandeaux: River Island

Yellow jacket: River Island

Thanks for reading guys!

Jade x 

OOTD- Casual Monochrome

Hey guys!

I'm back with yet another OOTD. This look is casual, comfy, simple and great for a chilled day. I've been wearing small heeled boots for as long as I can remember so I thought it was about time I rested my feet and took my trainers out for once! I love this look, it's not too 'try-hard' but effortlessly smart and I think the textures of the sweater and coat go so well together. 

Coat: New Look

Sweater: River Island

Jeans: Topshop

Shoes: Ebay

Thanks for reading!
Jade x

HOW TO- Street Style

Hey guys!

I haven't done an inspiration post in a while so I thought now is the perfect time to talk about my massive love for street style at the moment. It's comfy, cool and HOT. I'm not too much of a girly girl myself so street style is perfect for those who like to play on the masculine side of fashion (without looking like a boy). So how do you pull of this look? Stick around and I'll talk you through it!

Top 10 Tips- Street Style

1. Trainers

 A great place to start is top pair of kicks! Street style is all about comfort so you want to look for something that your feet wont tire of, but that can also be styled with most of your wardrobe. The last thing you want, is to spend a bomb on a pair of shoes that can only go with two outfits! Although saying that, if you can afford, getting another pair that are a bit different and 'out there' can spice up a simple outfit so well. I personally think black or white is a good idea, it goes with a lot and it's classic.

 2. Over-sized 

Time to raid your dads/ boyfriends wardrobes! The best thing about street style is that its very unisex so rocking men's clothes is such a great and affordable way to rock this trend! Charity shopping will also become your best friend as vintage sport shirts are so easy to find and its cheap- can't argue with that now, can we? Baggy t-shirts are the best place to start. You can wear them as a t-shirt dress just with trainers or tuck them into some shorts or jeans.

 3. Head-wear 

Whether it be a beanie hat, snap back or a head tie, head-wear plays an important part in perfecting the street style trend. Beanies are great for winter, snap backs for summer and head ties look great with an up-do. They help create the whole attitude that comes with street style and are a great way to experiment with to create different outfits.

4. Mesh/ Netting

Mesh and netting is used a lot in street style. It's sexy, grungy and is great for layering. Netting is usually relatively cheap but its worth searching around for something decent. Basketball tops use a different sort of mesh but are equally as popular. Mesh dresses look great over high waisted hotpants and a bralet to create a less revealing outfit. Fishnet socks are a great hit at the moment too!

 5. Jewellery 

This is my favourite part! If you know me then you will know that I adore hoop earrings. Jewellery plays a very important part in street style, it can add some attitude and stop unisex outfits from looking too masculine. Any form of hoops earrings look fab with almost anything and chain necklaces can transform a bleak outfit. And the best part- you can get these pretty much anywhere! 
  

6. Brands

Brands like Adidas, Nike, Huf ect. are used a lot in street wear. Brands are usually expensive to buy new but you if you can pick them up from a charity shop, it's far cheaper and vintage!

7. Sport Inspired 

Get inspired! Basketball, Baseball, Skateboarding, whatever you like. Sport is a big inspiration for street style and plays on the unisex style.

 8. Make up

Now, this isn't necessary. I'm not saying that you have to wear make-up AT ALL to pull off this trend, but as a lover of makeup myself, I thought I'd share some inspiration for those that are interested. Eyebrows, Lips and Eyes seem to be played on the most, experimenting with this can help to add a bit of extra attitude to your outfit.

 

9. Jackets

Bomber, Denim and Leather jackets are all perfect for the street style trend. You want something that's loose fitted but not so much that you look like you're drowning in it!

10. Attitude  

Street style is ALL about the attitude, so 'do your squats, eat your vegetables, wear red lipstick, and don't let boys be mean to you' and most importantly ROCK the trend.

 Disclaimer: Collages made by me but I do not own the photos.

Apologies for the mildly late post but this took a lot of time to put together!

Thanks for reading guys!
Jade x