So flannel shirts are back in are they? Funny that, I got mine like over 3 years ago from a charity store only because it was and still is so soft and comfy. Best to get them from there, nowadays they're retailing quite expensive in the high street stores as everyone wants them. Below are examples of ways that I personally style it so grab some inspiration and get comfy with style. (Classic case of pre youtube planning - outfits don't match filmed outfits as I mixed and matched... but hey that's life!)
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Maxine xo
Vest: Topman
Skirt: New Look
Flats: Primark
Sunglasses: Thrifted
Vest Jacket: Some american store over 10 years ago O.o
Dress: Ebay
Platform Sandals: Topshop
Vneck Top: Primark
Shorts: H&M
Creepers: Mr Shoes
Leather Jacket: H&M
Crop Top: Miss Selfridge
Disco Pants: American Apparel - in the video (the ones in the image above are from H&M)
So tonal colours such as white, black and everything in between, have really been popular in the world of fashion. For this spring and summer months, white on white has stood out the most. Most of us try to steer clear from the all pure white for many reasons: gets dirty quick / makes you look bigger / not flattering / black is just easier.... BUT I say to you let that stop now.
Because white is such a blank and emphasising shade, you must pay more attention to the cut, detail, shape, style and fashion of the clothing item in itself. Now you can't hide behind the colour and/or patterns. In this lookbook, are my ideas of different 'staple' pieces of white items that anyone can try.. OBVIOUSLY tailor it to suit your shape and taste.
DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT A HOW YOU SHOULD WEAR WHITE BUT ONLY MY WAY I FASHION MYSELF AND IDEAS AND INSPIRATION FOR YOU ALL!
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This outfit was centered around the every day girl... if you fancy catching some drinks with the girls or running errands (just drop the shoes for flats if need be) However I tell you, I could walk from England to Timbuktu in these heels, they are at such a comfortable height you could rock climb in them. Plus they are very simple and elongate your legs (especially for shorties like me :P)
Chain: Topman
Vest: Thrifted
Jeans: H&M
Shoes: New Look
I was inspired by my lovely friend for this one. Her style is very effortless, thrown together but tailored ... something like 'I woke up like this, flawless' if you catch my drift. The shirt is a large mens shirt that looks like I borrowed it from my imaginary italian stallion the night after (I wish!) I paired it with some black shorts as the shirt isn't long enough to pass as a dress (but feel free to style it that way if you're that brave)
LEGS LEGS LEGS.. I'm not that confident with my legs much but seeing as it was ridiculously hot and I'd been working out, thought I should be a little proud of my hench calf muscles. I paired it with simple heels again, but more flashy. This is aimed for those night outs that you want massive comfort but still look very sexy and demure. Rough tumbled effortless waves/curls joined with a smokey eye and dark lip really go well with this look!
Shirt: Primark
Shorts: River Island
Heels: Topshop
Funny how this whole outfit is reminds me so much of the entirety of Zara... this is for my girls that want a more tailored look whilst keeping the legs out. A blazer really smartens everything up - such a staple wardrobe item whichever colour. I wont lie, keeping it brisk white is effort -.- but such a statement 'look at me' piece. I dressed it down a little bit with this loose knit jumper casually tucked into these tailored high waist shorts. Kinda looks like a short suit.
I kept all the accessories clean and around the silver grey palette, so more of the attention is focused on the different textures and shapes. I loooove this look the most, very clean and simple but kicks a punch.
Blazer: Topshop
Jumper: H&M
Shorts: H&M
Heels: Zara
Necklace: Primark
Rings: Miss Selfridge/Primark
NOW.... we all have that freakum dress hidden somewhere in the depths of our wardrobes or even attics haha. This is the most daring for me for many reasons: The dress is white. Disastrous on a night out where you may be overly paranoid who is walking within 5 metre radius of you. Secondly the dress is white. It accentuates all the lumps and bumps and makes you look a little bigger.
How did I tackle all of that... well first you just have to bite your lips, close your eyes and pray for all the confidence first. Clothing is about style and your own expressions being shown on the outside. Confidence is key. Next, to hide all lumps and bumps, girl you better believe I had spanx and the whole army and navy holding my packs of rolls in. A great detail I love about this dress is the back .. gives such a simple dress a twist and sexiness. My back as never looked so nice haha!
These heels give me LIFE. Fell in love at first sight. They have a hidden platform (which is my favourite) to keep the clean lines of the shoe and the stiletto is just YES YES YES. T-bar's give every shoe that cute feminine look so its all 5 stars for me, BARGAIN at only £20 from office.
Dress: Zara
Shoes: Office
Now I urge all of you to step out of your comfort zone and incorporate some white into your closets and watch how much brighter it makes you. Play around with shapes, tailoring, patterns, textures if you don't know where to start. Good thing about white is it NEVER goes out of fashion so invest in some quality peices.
Just another quick outfit, reminded me of the 90's - crop tops, baggy coveralls, body con skirs, docs, the 'i can't be arsed' look... Thought I'd do my take on it but more polished version. Actually very comfy and very easy to mix and match prints and colours (seeing as I left my palette quite neutral)
Beanie: Primark
Crop Top: Quiz
Bodycon Skirt: Pilot (had it for years)
Oversized Cardi: Holmes and Co (thrifted)
Doc Martens 8 Eye Burgundy Patent
Necklace: Primark
Rings: Miss Selfridge/Primark
Y$KRDP (Yung SK)
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So I've been looking for inspiration for some artwork to fill my new student house at Uni. After browsing some blogs, I came across this name, Nuno Da Costa and I liked some of the images the blogger was showing so I decided to look it up. Lo and Behold! This guy's artwork is absolutely amazing, no wonder he has commissioned for top designers around the world as he is the 'it' guy.
I'm using him for inspiration and I'm just drawn to the way his lines are so fluid and full of expression. I may do something along the lines of this, but for now just enjoy some images below. And being the lovely person I am, I have a link for you that you can actually get your own A3 size Nuno Da Costa poster of the image above (rectangular rather than oval) for FREE!!! click here
