Monthly Archives: April 2014

Soda Pop

15th April 2014
I think I’ve mentioned before my love of all the pink goodness around this season, so it was kind of pre-written that I’d fall in love with the latest collection from Pink Soda at Bank Fashion. I think this is one of the prettiest Spring/Summer collections I’ve seen so far and I’m going to have to save up my pennies super hard to be able to buy at least one piece, it’s too gorgeous to pass up!
I was pretty surprised when I saw the prices for these pieces, I thought they would be a lot more expensive based on how they look. Not everything is online yet but I have my sights set on the Caviar beaded skater dress which costs a pretty reasonable £40, I’m pretty confident I can save that up in not long at all!
Despite having heard of Bank Fashion before, Pink Soda is a new brand to me and from what I can see so far it’s one I will be keeping a close eye on from now. Let me know in the comments if you own any pieces or have any experience with the brand and it’s sizes etc…I’m all for learning a little bit more!

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Ahoy!

14th April 2014
Stripes, there is something about stripes that instantly conjours up images of sailors at sea in my mind. I’m a lover of all things nautical and always have been. It’s a classic that never dies, always on trend and always chic.
Skirt & Jumper: c/o ASOS | Boots: New Look (old)
The skirt and jumper are the two other pieces I was sent from the ASOS tall collection (which I believe will be up this week). The jumper is just wonderful. The perfect length for wearing with skirts without sleeves that only reach half way down your arms. I’m smitten with the heart elbow patch details and I will be wearing this to death during the spring.
Red isn’t a colour you’ll ususally see me in, I’ve forever been convinced that it doesn’t suit me. A skirt however is a bit easier to pull off and I’m head over heels for this beauty. One glance in to my wardrobe will tell you this is my favourite cut and length this season and the fit of this is beautiful, sitting exactly where it should on the waist and hitting just the right midi point on the leg. I teamed the whole outfit with these super old boots from New Look which don’t really go, but I’m lacking in neutral coloured Spring footwear (would you believe?) so they had to do.
I felt really good in this outfit, which is a rarity these days. There was something about it that made me feel elegant and quite well put together and I got several compliments from people I saw over the course of the day. Once again, ASOS have majorly impressed me with their tall range and I’ll be shopping here from now on for the perfectly cut wardrobe basics.
How would you have styled these pieces? I want more ideas!

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Sarenza Sunday- The Inbetween

13th April 2014
April can be a tricky month when it comes to fashion, one minute the sun is out and you can’t move for people sporting hot pants and flip-flops, the next minute it’s freezing cold and you’re hurriedly digging out your winter coat and boots. I never really know what to put on my feet, I feel that sandals would be a little premature and yet I’m tired of ankle boots no matter how much I love them.
Jeffrey Campbell may be on to something with their Carina Shoe available on Sarenza, it’s a style I’ve seen done by many a brand but not all are quite so easy on the eye (but then a lot of them ARE easier on the wallet)
I’m bordering on obsessed with the colour of these shoes- not black and not quite brown, perfectly versatile to wear with everything from sugary sweet new season hues right through to ripped jeans and a hoodie for the weekend. These are far more cut out than most cut out ankle boots meaning it’s easier to pretend that Spring really will present itself to us for more than the odd day at a time without risking frostbite.
Sarenza have so many incredible styles right now, with pretty much daily new arrivals. I could probably write a post like this every single day and still have more I’d like to feature. Why not take a browse and let me know what’s caught your eye?

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Desert Chic

12th April 2014
Just as I was thinking it was about time Guess Jewellery bought out another collection I got an e-mail announcing the launch of “Desert Chic”. A vivid mix of turquoise, hibiscus pink, coral and sunny yellow teamed with safari inspired neutrals this collection is full of covetable wrist wear made up of tough-luxe chain and exotic python prints.
With turn lock closures adding city sophisitcation and the patterned leather bringing a touch of the wild this is the suit everyone piece for the summer, with some amazing colour combinations.
Each bracelet costs £65 and is available from the Guess website and stores as well as Debenhams, House of Fraser and H Samuel. I’m smitten (as usual) with each one of them. I’m thinking I might treat myself to one when I go shopping on my Birthday but I’m having a tough time choosing which colour combination….Which one would you pick?

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A Solution to Cellulite

11th April 2014
Cellulite, no woman likes to admit to it but I’ll hold my hands up high and say “I has it”. I never used to, but with age, weight gain from anorexia recovery and a few months forced inactivity due to my back I began to notice those pesky dimples mocking me from the backs of my thighs. When I saw a tweet from Oriflame introducing their Bioclinic Cellulite Reductor I popped myself first in line to give it a try.
Even at it’s introductory price of £20.95 (will be £30.95) this is one of the pricier beauty products I’ve ever used. I know as well that there is a no quick fix to cellulite but I was still hopeful that this would help get my legs looking lovely again…if my legs could ever be described as lovely!
The leafelet suggests using this roll on gel for a month for best results but I thought I’d start my review just a couple of weeks in as I am actually seeing some results. This is a clear gel that you roll on once a day and massage in. As well as using this I’ve increased my activity levels, my fluid intake and healthy foods as well as cut down on smoking- all key in being dimple free. I’m sure that even without the gel I’d be seeing some results, but just a fortnight after starting daily application I am seeing some real results and feeling loads better about myself.
It’s really hard to review a product like this but what I will say is that I like it and for anyone who wants to see speedy results who is prepared to put in some physical effort as well then I’d really recommend this. I’m going to carry on using this on a daily basis until the tube runs out by which time I’m sure I’ll be feeling brave enough for a pair of shorts come some sunny weather. I’m not one of those who believes in beauty products as a miracle worker but this has been a real helping hand, I had high hopes to start with having being constantly impressed with Oriflame’s products and I’m pleased to say this hasn’t let me down.
If any of you have some top tips for reducing cellulite and for overall improving the physical condition of my body- especially now I’ve been offically discharged from neurosurgery care with my back op being a success and my weight being restored to healthy, I’m well up for some physical activity and getting a healthy and toned looking body. Leave your hints and advice below

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