ALL BLACK FRIDAY

Yes, I'm fully aware that it's Wednesday, and not Friday like this post title suggests.

FLORALS & FLUFF

So it's finally time for an overload of fluff to engulf my blog once again.

CLAD IN PLAID

It's the best time of year for a statement scarf. Especially when nature has decked all the trees out in such vibrant colours.

FALL-ING FOR THIS SEASON

Autumnal colours just keep getting better and better as the weeks progress.

ALL THE LEAVES ARE... RED

As the leaves start to fall, we become increasingly aware that the months are advancing and this year is showing signs of reaching a close.

GREYSCALE

This look is a little out of my comfort zone.

THOSE WHITE STRIPES

Another day, another pair of jeans. Yes they've been seen before, but they haven't shown any signs of wear and tear since I last featured these white jeans back in May - and I wear them a lot. I've said it before and I'll say it again; Gap is the way forward for all things denim!

SLEEK AND SLEEVELESS

Happy Friday! After a long week we've reached the weekend, ready for some relaxation mixed with some London city exploring.

BERRY TONES

Moving back to my uni house and settling back into London life took a little longer than expected.

SEPTEMBER STYLE

Finally, between September showers, I have a new post to share with you.

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: EVENING FLORAL

Congratulations! You've made it to the final instalment of my holiday lookbook.

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: BIKINI WEATHER

What's a holiday lookbook without a bikini? How about two AND a gorgeous lacy coverup?

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: TOTALLY PALMY

From evening looks to daytime. I may be writing this post from my home in rainy Cheshire, but I'm going to continue posting outfits for my holiday lookbook as I still have quite a few remaining.

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: RETURN OF THE STRIPE

The post of many locations! While exploring the grounds of the hotel I discovered so many places with the soft flattering lighting for shoots that I had to try and fit them all in during my stay here. The best of all my finds by far was the curtained glass box featured in this post, which doubles as both a beautiful function room for weddings and also a massage parlour. It's platform out on the rocks offers the most stunning view of the surrounding bay - serving as a dramatic background for this look.

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: PORTUGUESE PARADISE

If you haven't already noticed, my blog has had a makeover! I felt it was time for change - my old theme was looking tired and I needed to take a professional tack for my posts. Thank you to Pipdig for my fabulous new theme, which I have obviously added my personal touches to from the basic outline. I would highly recommend their quick and easy service for reasonably priced blog themes for both blogger and WordPress platforms.

HOLIDAY LOOKBOOK: ON TOP OF THE WORLD

Finally I can post the first look in my holiday lookbook. A trip I've been waiting for and fantasising about, we arrived yesterday at this little heavenly corner of Lisbon; the Farol Design hotel in Cascais, Portugal.

IN A MILITARY FASHION

It's not often that I find a relatively figure hugging dress that I'm keen on; but this shirt dress combines my love for a skater skirt and a collared neckline. As mentioned previously I have been adding khaki accents to my wardrobe recently as it's a popular colour in the shops for the season, and this piece is something simple that can be thrown on in warm weather when you're struggling for outfit ideas.

LILAC LADY

Strangely, I am loving this look! It's probably down to the excess amount of gorgeous pastel colour, this time lilac. Maybe it's also because both lilac items were bargains, you'd never guess, from Primark!

MONOCHROME SERIES: VERTICLE STRIPES ARE SLIMMING

A post returning to my monochrome series... I'm definitely obsessing over summer striped pieces at the moment, but this one really took the top spot in the stripy rankings.

SUPER STRAPPY

Today's post involves two new purchases on a recent return to the big smoke for a week. During a fabulous few days with my best friend, we took a shopping trip on Oxford Street with our mutual friend; these were two of the items I bought which coincidently made an outfit. The most significant of my purchases? THESE STRAPPY HEELED SANDALS!

SILKY PINK

You might recognise this look from a few weeks ago on my Instagram (@existenceinstyle - give me a follow if not!) when it was an OOTN on holiday in Cornwall. As the pictures were taken on my phone and didn't do the beauty of this silky number justice, I shot it on a super sunny day last week.

CHINESE FLORALS

More Oh My Love loving is on the horizon! As mentioned previously, my purchases from the sample sale last month are coming in handy as the sunshine makes a more regular appearance.

MONOCHROME SERIES: RIVIERA READY

This is part 2 of my monochrome series! There will be more looks to follow in the series after this one, however I'm going to change it up in the next few posts and give some colourful summer options. Aside from this I am absolutely in love with this striped halter neck!

MONOCHROME SERIES: CROCHET CRAZY

Last night was eventful, as whilst shooting four different looks for my next few posts, I remembered that Missguided were holding a launch event at The Trafford Centre; my favourite haunt when at home. They are launching in Selfridges and so this was the official opening night and a chance to take a look at the collection on both the rails and Missguided staff.

LEAN, MEAN, KHAKI GREEN

Today's setting was much windier than planned. When I left the house to shoot this look the sun was shining and I had a glamorously natural look in mind. The result was much more dishevelled/ windswept and even as I write this it's beginning to pour down. A slight deviation from the usual pastels and pink today with some khaki green and black, which were some of my principal colours for spring this year.

SUMMER'S IN SIGHT

After continuously saying it for the last month, I am now officially back into the blogging routine. No more empty promises!

DOUBLE DENIM

With uni now finished for the year, I am throwing caution to the wind and wearing a double denim look ready for the sunshine! I'm excited to see what the next few months of freedom bring, with a few different ideas and plans in the diary. Hopefully there will be a holiday lookbook on the way, with a trip to Lisbon planned in July!

CANDY STRIPES

So last Thursday I officially finished my month-long internship at InStyle magazine, which I can excitedly say was a fantastic experience where I learnt a lot and met some amazing people. I really enjoyed my time in the InStyle fashion cupboard,

COACHELLA STYLE

With Coachella in full swing this weekend, I took the opportunity to style a festival look which doubles as a 60's costume for a party last night.

SPRING IN MY STEP

Finally, some beautiful weather. One thing that really struck me being back home was the sheer amount of flowers that lined the roads and filled gardens everywhere, and the vibrant green that engulfs them. Although I love the buzz of face-paced city life in London, it's nice to come back and be able to breathe real air and appreciate colour and natural life. All the flowers made it easy to find a beautiful setting to shoot this incredible jumpsuit. I wanted something yellow to tie in with the flecks of colour in the jumpsuit, which was pretty simple to find as daffodils are out in their millions at the moment. It's already a key piece in my wardrobe this spring/summer, as the print is not so overwhelming that it would quickly go out of style; yet another classic piece. I'm not a major fan of a floral print ("Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking.") as they're constantly changing and ageing - but this one caught my eye as soon as I walked into the shop and I just had to try it on. Jumpsuits are such easy pieces to wear and in this case, the sweetheart neckline is extra flattering on me. I've been going mad in Miss Selfridge recently - the brand has always been a favourite, but I just can't seem to resist everything - it's all so beautiful! My longline jacket makes a reappearance, as it works so well with so many silhouettes and cuts. My super high heels have been out in full force this week with a few nights out on the agenda, but they work just as well as day shoes. Going with the spring them I added a pop of peach lipstick, which coordinates with the little colour in the print. 

Jumpsuit and Jacket - Miss Selfridge

Necklace - New Look

Heels - Kurt Geiger

STAPLE SEPARATES

Guess who's back, back again! 

I'm afraid the schedule over the next few weeks will be just as hectic as the previous few months, however with weekends free I will most likely be able to get some more looks posted regularly - and I'm excited to be able to get back into the routine! After finishing my second term at uni and with only a few lectures remaining, I was able to come back up North to spend Easter at home with friends and family. It's been a lovely but hectic few days, but great to get some countryside air and enjoy the luxuries of home, with food filling the fridge and my squishy bed. 

Today's look consists of key staple items that I've purchased in the time I've been away; mostly online with no time to get out and about shopping. There are so many incredible things available both online and in store at the moment I have been wearing my purse lining pretty thin; shopping is a fantastic stress buster. Sleek longline shapes are just the elegant style I will be after this spring, and as the weather will probably be on and off until around June this black crepe jacket is a versatile purchase to carry me through until then. The light material is perfect in a transitional piece which can be layered up with so many bits in my wardrobe, to create a laid-back look like this or to smarten things up with strong silhouettes and separates. I paired it with this pair of ripped baby pink skinny jeans - I'm not usually one to buy coloured jeans, but in a moment of bravery I went for it as something different. Again, these will be great for Spring/Summer! Cat-eye sunglasses have finally graced my collection, after being on the hunt for a unique pair - its not as visible here which is a shame, but there is actually baby pink leopard print on the inner frame. They'll definitely be worn to pieces!

I don't want to be wishing my life away but I'm extremely excited for summer - pastels, florals and lots of colour are definitely on the agenda in the sunshine. 

Jacket, jeans, top & necklace - Miss Selfridge

Sunglasses - River Island

Heels - Kurt Geiger

Whilst at home I also got treated to a haircut; big thanks to Julian at Andrew Collinge in the Trafford Centre - if you're looking for a real pampering and high quality cut, he's your man!