Monthly Archives: September 2018

The (almost) weekly wish list

23rd September 2018

Not even a month in to my new regular feature and I failed at keeping it, well, regular. The last couple of weeks have been crazy busy, and expensive with actual adulting so I suppose composing a wish list of things wasn’t top of my priorities for once.

But fear not, for I am back. Browsing has resumed just at the time some serious no spending has been implemented, and any spending that does occur will be with discount codes aplenty such as those found at Groupon

Hello Kitty Cashmere: Chinti & Parker at Selfridges | Patterned Rug: Urban Outfitters | Classic Coat: Monki | Bee Kind Breton: Sugarhill Boutique | Rose Gold Coffee Table: Habitat | Polka Dot Culottes: Joy | Green Metallic Midi Dress: Joanie Clothing | Disney Pyjamas: TruffleShuffle.com

It’s a bit of an eclectic bunch this time, with items ranging from the “in my dreams only” (Hello Kitty Cashmere anyone?) to the far more affordable (those pyjamas!)
Party wear is starting to creep on to my radar, as are ALL of the winter coats- the second the shops start releasing the Christmas chocolates I want to wear all of the sequins and all of the cosy coats.

You’ll probably notice more and more homeware on the list as time goes on too. Bob and I have found somewhere to live, and pending references going through will be moving very soon. This weekend has been a blur of white good comparisons and browsing for all of the practical things we need- the list never seems to end! Weekly wish lists may not be happening for a few weeks as we’ll be busy with moving stuff, but I’m sure once we’re settled they will resume with a vengeance, especially with Christmas slowly but surely creeping closer and the shops filling with all manner of exciting looking things already catching my eye.

What’s caught your eye recently? And where are your must-have shops for homewares? Blankets, crockery and cushions are top of our list!

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The Comfiest Comfies with Hunkemoller

17th September 2018

I’m a pyjama, or “comfies” fiend. From the second I walk in the door each night I crave getting in to them, and whilst I generally try and wait until after dinner, if I know I have an extra snuggly pair available temptation often gets the better of me.

I was recently contacted by Hunkemoller who offered me a piece of my choosing from their range of sleepwear and instantly I based out my acceptance and headed on over to the nightwear section of the site.

Lace-Up Sweatpants c/o Hunkemoller

At £22.50 these sweatpants are considerably more expensive than those which I would usually buy, but you can seriously tell the difference. In real life they are a lot more marled than they appear on the website- a delightful bonus in my book. I went for the medium size, which equates to a uk 12-14 and I almost wish I had sized up again to be honest, I like my comfies super baggy, but these are the right side of slouchy and an absolute delight to wear. I have zero complaints about the quality here, and they have washed well so far- so often I think I’ve found the perfect pyjamas only to find them toddler sized after the first wash.

Hunkemoller aren’t a brand I am overly familiar with, but one I certainly want to get to know more. As well as their nightwear you’ll also find an array of lingerie, swimwear, sportswear and more, all at pretty reasonable prices when you compare to their nearest high street rivals. I’m in desperate need of some new bras and I’m going to try their range out for size…I’ll report back in due course.

Where are your favourite “comfies” from? I’m always willing to add to my collection (and my battle to instigate PJ Friday at work continues).

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Different Stones to Incorporate Into Your Jewelry Collection*

16th September 2018
While the majority of us focus on our actual clothing when it comes to developing and portraying a personal style, it’s also extremely important to remember that accessories can add a touch of character to our ensemble too! Jewelry is a great way to start experimenting with accessories and a lot of jewelry incorporates some kind of gem, so, here are just a few different types of stones that you might want to consider investing in!

Diamonds

Of course we’re going to have to start with what is perhaps the world’s most desired stone – the diamond. Diamonds are extremely popular for several reasons- first, this stone has long been associated with wealth, power, and status. Second, there is huge market demand for this stone as the standard stone for engagement rings, after an aggressive marketing campaign carried out by jewellers De Beers. Finally (for now), diamonds have a stunning clear colour and great clarity, meaning that they are complementary to almost any skin tone, hair colour, eye colour, or favoured colour of clothing. Altogether, diamonds are extremely desirable stones that are perhaps most commonly incorporated into rings and earrings, but can also take various other forms. If this sounds like the stone for you, you can find some beautiful diamond pieces at 77 Diamonds.

Semi-Precious Stones

Semi-precious stones are classified by their chemical arrangement and generally tend to be more commonly found than precious stones (these include diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, and rubies). However, it is important to remember that some semi-precious stones can prove more valuable than some precious stones. For example, a Tsavorite green garnet can hold a higher market value than a mid-quality Sapphire. There are all sorts of semi-precious stones on the market, each with their own distinct colouring, different types of clarity or marbling, and can be put into a wide variety of shapes. Perhaps one of the most fun aspects of semi-precious stones is that many are attributed different values. You can seek out stones that are representative of the value you want your jewellery to embrace or that you feel will best represent you. Amethyst is supposed to be representative of intuition, protection, and cleansing. Larimar is representative of peace, relaxation, and communication. Tiger’s eye is for balancing, grounding, and discernment. There are, of course, plenty more semi-precious stones with attributed meanings out there. You can find a comprehensive list of semi-precious stone meanings here.

These are just a few stones to consider. There are plenty more that are widely available on the marketplace. So, start doing your research and browse the different options that are available to you!

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The quest for the perfect dress: How to find the best fit for your shape and complexion*

15th September 2018
If you’ve ever tried to find the perfect dress for that big event or special occasion, you’ll know how frustrating it can be to choose the right one – especially when there are so many options out there. The colour, style and shape of the gown should all work in your favour, complementing your own shape and skin tone. For those of you wondering where on earth to start, we’ve got you covered – high street dress experts River Island are here to help you on your shopping journey:
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Hidden Fashion

11th September 2018

It feels like an absolute age since I last did an outfit post on the blog, it’s something I really want to get back to as once upon a time it was primarily what my blog was about, and I miss that. These days it’s lack of time that holds me back more than anything- house hunting and working full time mean I have very little time to grab photos, but hopefully that will change once I’ve moved, for once I even have a backlog of clothes and outfits I want to document.

Anyway, the point of that inane ramble was to really announce “TA-DA, an outfit post!”. I was recently contacted by a company called Hidden Fashion who very kindly offered to send out a couple of items. The brand are new to me, and I was impressed by how much selection they have at insanely good prices. I picked out a couple of items, one from both ends of the style spectrum and coerced Bob in to taking some photos for me over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

Dress: c/o Hidden Fashion (£10!) | Shoes: Shellys London (super old)

This dress is an absolute steal at £10 – it was cheap even at it’s full price of £20! It’s a bold move away from my usual style and one I’m glad I made. I love the draped fit and cheeky split and collar details. It’s elegant whilst remaining edgy and has a touch of luxury about it thanks to the satin feel fabric. This is the perfect evening socialising dress now Autumn is creeping it’s way in, and I predict a lot of wear out of it over the coming months.

Jacket: c/o Hidden Fashion (£16) | Jeans: Waven | Trainers: Adidas at ASOS

This jacket is exactly what my casual wardrobe needed now that the heatwave has broken and there is an Autumnal nip in the air. Again it’s a crazy bargain at £16 (down from £32) and it’s quality far exceeds it’s price tag (and to be honest, expectations). This has quickly become my go-to jacket for when the skies look decidedly grey and on a cost-per-wear basis it’s essentially free already.
Have you found any hidden treasures or bargain buys lately? I’m really pleased I was introduced to Hidden Fashion and will be regularly checking the website for more pieces like these. Let me know what’s caught your eye in the comments.

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