Dear Santa..

So it is 33 days and counting until the big day (mega excited) which means only one thing it is time to write my Christmas List.  I feel by expressing everything I am in LOVE with at the moment on a list I can at least forget about them for a bit and focus on buying my friends & family's presents which need to become my priority.  It is hard though as everything in the stores and online is so beautiful right now.

1.  The Leather Dress

Zara £29.99

Everyone needs and an LBD in their lives but this one has an edge to it with the leather panel top. Great for all those nights out as it can be acsessorised in a variety of ways, looking like a whole new outfit every time. A brilliant investment buy.

2. The Kurt Geigs

Kurt Geiger (On sale) £39

Since I'm basically the green giant,the one to be towering over everyone on a night out; it is hard to find the right height of heel. Kitten heels are a no go and shoes like Jeffrey's would well and truly make me a human skyline. These little babes are just perfect and will go with a lot of the colours I wear.

3. The Bargain Top

Matalan £12

Browsing aimlessly on the web I came across Matalan's clothing range.  It is not some place I would usually shop but I found this hidden treasure which I can see is going to be a keeper.

4. The Tinted Moisturiser 

Benefit £23.50

I actually swear by benefit "you rebel" moisturiser. The tube lasts for about 6 months at a time so is definitely worth the money. I refuse to wear anything else. The one I have just now is running low so this item is a must from Santa. 

 

5. The Scent 

Debenhams £55

 My sister gave me Chloe perfume for being her bridesmaid back in 2007 and I haven't worn another perfume since.  The smell floral, young and with a little hint of heaven. At a ridiculous price I usually wait and buy it at duty free or wait until the festive/birthday season and stock up.

6. The iPhone

 

Yes I have been living in the stone age and have still been using my Bold BB. I feel it's about time I move with the times and join the iPhone revelation.  My 5 year old niece can even work them better than me. I'm looking forward to getting all the apps and most of all instagram as everyone and their granny seems to have it!

Until next time

X

Gothic&Glamourus

It has been a whole two weeks since my last update- apologies! I have just been majorly busy with uni work at the moment. Second year is deffo a step up from first, much more work involved. Anyway I'm back and ready to blog!

So winter sure is here as I seem to be forever living  in my boots and knits right now however something that has taking my fancy is the dark and gothic trend. The deep oxblood reds and blacks are creeping back into my wardrobe. 

One purchase which I just know is going to be a god send this winter is this midi dress from Topshop. It comes in a variety of different colours and was an absolute steal at £24. This dress can be glammed up with lots of jewels and heels on a night out or teamed with some wooly tights, ankle boots and your favourite cardi for an on trend day look. Even add a hat to keep your ears warm. Just watch out for hat hair. Nobody likes a flat doo!

If midis aren't your thing then try a shorter style dress like my friend Lauren who also bought her dress from Topshop (£26) or how about a velvet skirt and laced top to nail the gothic look.

Topshop: £45

Topshop:£28

No outfit is complete without the right accessories. I am dying to get my hands on these beauties.

Zara: £49.99

Topshop: £15

Zara: £29.99

And if that wasn't enough and you want to be a wild one and go all out, take some inspiration from these glamorous celebs who are rocking the dark lip and nails!

Hope this has kick started you inner goth!

But since it has been a while since my last blog post I thought I would give you a wee treat!  Part of our coursework was to do and style our own photo shoot that will later be featured in our year's magazine. The group of girls I worked with were all great and the photographers were lovely which made the day such a success. I ended up modelling in the shoot too where I got to wear gorgeous clothes along with shoes from Kurt Geiger! However I am deffo not cut out for the modelling business so this is as far as it goes.
 Anyway here's a sneak peak...

Until next time

x