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!

#COLOURMEMARCH - PRETTY PINK

Cheltenham Racecourse are holding their annual event for Ladies Day this year on the 11th March 2015. I was invited to the event as part of the #ColourmeMarch competition, which was extremely exciting! Although I am unable to attend due to deadlines and a hectic uni schedule (sigh), here's what I would have been wearing...

I seem to be completely obsessed with pink in blog posts recently. I can only post sporadicly for special occasions, which clearly means bringing out the best of me; in the form of pink. The races, especially Ladies Day, should always be the height of femininity and sophistication, which called for this pink midi skirt and jacket combo for the event. I bought the jacket in the ASOS sale just before Christmas in advance for summer - the floral print grabbed me because it didn't cover the entire jacket, meaning that it was more versatile when putting together looks with the white sleeves and back. With the slight hint of sunnier weather this week, (hence my element of wishful thinking aka sunglasses), it's also the first chance for my favourite strappy pink heel purchase from last year to reappear. I kept it extremely simple with the accessories with this statement gold clutch and two midi rings, as well as more natural makeup with a pop of pink lipstick. This was all tied in with a bright pink nail varnish on both my fingers and toes. A bit too much pink loving? I think not. There's a wrong and a right way to do an overload of colour, and by breaking it up with this white cropped top and the black waistband it's not too overwhelming. I don't think anyway!

Jacket - River Island via ASOS

Skirt, sunglasses and clutch - River Island

Top - Topshop

Heels - Dolce & Gabbana

Lipstick - MUA cosmetics in 'Tulip'

If you want to enter the competition for yourself and are part of the EtailPR blogger network, if you haven't already please see this link:

  

http://www.thefestival15.co.uk/colourmemarch/#wEoAvkdAFZb8UZlR.97 

If you're lucky enough to receive a pair of tickets (for a day worth £160) and present your own look in a blog post you could be in with a chance of winning some fantastic prizes. Alternatively you can purchase tickets from Cheltenham Racecourse's website if you would just love to be a lady for the day! 

Don't forget to hashtag #ColourMeMarch with all social media posts and links! 

Hopefully be back soon..

LONDON FASHION WEEK FEB 2015

Sadly I am taking a slight break from blogging thanks to a busy uni schedule with my current project, however with such a significant few days in fashion I had to make an exception.. 

LOOSE COMFORT

When you find a piece that you know is going to be a favourite it's always a lovely feeling.