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Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Pretty In Peach

Hello! I'm back today with an outfit post! Wow, it's been months! I briefly updated my disappearance on my previous post, so I won't go into it now.
I've had a bit of a nightmare trying to get these pictures up. My laptop wasn't having it, I had to use a different camera, and I had to resort to my back garden as the outdoors wasn't agreeing with me. But nonetheless, here is my first outfit post in a while!
I decided to style this set up all smart n stuff' with a pair of fancy heels, however it's just as simple to pop on a pair of sandals and head out in the sun! (A more preferable option, in my opinion!). I love the floaty style of this two-piece, however I tucked in the top to add some shape to my waist. If you're a busty lady, I'd probably recommend sizing up in the top as it's squishing my chest, but everything is true to size other than that. I believe it's on sale at the moment, so go pick yourself up a bargain!
Like most girls, I'm OBSESSED with anything lace-up at the moment. I mean, who doesn't want to channel so Kardashian vibes?! These shoes are from EGO, and they're absolutely stunning. I will say though, they take some serious 'heel wearing will-power'.
I hope you enjoyed this post, I do apologise about the quality of the photos, I seemed to have misplaced my 50mm lens! I've found it now though, so my next outfit pictures will be of higher quality.. I hope!

Top - c/o Koko Couture

Shorts - c/o Koko Couture

Shoes - EGO

PEACHY KEEN

Following on from my last post, this is another perfect set I purchased from Missguided. I'd spotted the skirt first as that was the first to be released out of the two on the website, and waiting for the bralet to be released was killing me!! Finally, it was on the website, in all of it's floral scuba glory. Oh, and then straight into my basket.
I was a little apprehensive about purchasing a midi at first, as I find that they make my hips look mahoooooosive, but the beauty of this one was too much for my hip woes to stand in the way. Funnily enough, it doesn't even do the gross hip thing I was avoiding! It sits perfectly, and both the bralet and skirt are a true-to-size, perfect fit.
My coat and shoes are both old favourites of mine. My boyfriend bought me this gorgeous peach number for Valentine's day this year, and I wore it to death over the colder months! What a perfect match for this two-piece though?! Praise the lord for me having coats in every single colour! I also purchased these shoes earlier this year from H&M! I'm normally a size 5 in shoes, but for some reason the 4 fits me perfectly in these? Oh, well. It was the last size anyway! They're not available to buy anymore, but I do see a fair few floating around on Depop, and I highly recommend them as they're the comfiest shoes in the whole entire world. A very bold, yet true, statement.

TOP - MISSGUIDED

SKIRT - MISSGUIDED

COAT - TOPSHOP (old)

SHOES - H&M (old)

THE WOMAN IN PALM TREES

Ugh, I had so much trouble shooting these pictures as there was what may aswell have been a hurricane attacking me!! Seriously, I almost called it quits and decided to try another day, but luckily as I was about to head home, the wind stopped! (Albeit, briefly!). The damage to my hair was already done, so please believe me when I tell you I was not dragged through a bush!!
Anyway, I did manage to scrape together some pictures! It's a given that I'm an avid two-piece fan, but oh my goodness, how gorgeous is this set?! The colours are absolutely perfect, and compliment each other so well! I was sent this set from the lovely people at South Avenue, and it's been a big hit with everyone who's seen it, including my Mum! I was advised to size up with the top for the bust, and I'm really pleased I did as it fits as if my normal size would, so I would definitely recommend sizing up if your unsure. I paired it with one my newest maxi kimonos, (which I also purchased in plain white........ help!!!). I wore this out to meet up with an old friend, and wow, it's my most obnoxious item of clothing and I LOVE IT. I thought it would emphasise the black palm trees on the co-ord, as well as giving me the option to team it with black accessories.
You will have seen the shoes before in a previous post, and yes, they're from Public Desire, as usual! I'm not a huge 'clutch bag' fan, but I've been after one of these dainty ones for a while, but I've not been too appreciative of the price tag, so coming across this plain black one in Primark was perfect. (It also came with a little dust-bag! Fancy, huh?!).
I also was super, super lucky to be contacted by Orelia to feature a few of their pieces. I squealed with excitement when I read the e-mail, as Orelia is my ultimate, favourite jewellery shop!! I decided the simple little arrow would go beautifully with the outfit, as it's such a delicate piece!

TOP - c/o SOUTH AVENUE SKORT - c/o SOUTH AVENUE KIMONO - MISSGUIDED SHOES - PUBLIC DESIRE
BAG - PRIMARK NECKLACE - c/o ORELIA post signature

SUMMER STRAWBERRIES

How delightful/not so delightful is this sunny weather? I say 'not so delightful' as it's far too hot and sticky for me personally, yet perfect for blog pictures!
I was recently sent this absolutely incredible strawberry two-piece from the lovely Toni at Miss Pap, and it's so me! If you've been following my blog for a while, you will have seen I'd previously blogged about another fruity two-piece, which is ironic as I'm not a lover of actual fruit! It's a really lovely fit, and one of the nicest fitting two pieces I own, (quite a bold statement to make, given the quantity I have)! Obviously I recommend everything I blog, (or else why would I blog it?), but Miss Pap is seriously an incredible online store, and one of my favourites. It's very similar to Pretty Little Thing, Missguided and Boohoo, but in their own unique way, for example this super adorable two-piece!
If you follow my Instagram, you'll see how rapidly my maxi-kimono obsession has grown, along with my collection of them! They're a perfect statement, and they make any outfit look super chic. This particular one gained a lot of interest on a recent 'mirror selfie' of mine, and it's from one of my dearest loves, Primark. I won't go on about how much Primark are on point like I normally do, but seriously.. I never leave the house without a little Primark. My shoes are of course one of the many killer pairs I own from Public Desire, (whom I will be working with soon, how exciting!).

TOP - c/o MISSPAP - £14.99

SKIRT - c/o MISSPAP - £15.99

KIMONO - PRIMARK - £10

SHOES - PUBLIC DESIRE - WAS £29.99 NOW £19.99 (linked to the holographic pair)

CLASSIC WHITE

Wedding season is here, and I've only been to a handful of weddings in my lifetime, all of which I was dressed by my mum, so i've never had the opportunity to experiment with elegant wedding pieces. I'm a huge fan of classy long dresses, and cute swishy skirts, so when I was contacted by Hedonia to style one of their gorgeous pieces, I immediately took the opportunity!
Of course, i'm a two-piece girl, and this set is the epitome of class. I have to say, it's the most flattering fitting two-piece I own, and such incredible material! The skirt has a gorgeous silk underlay, which builds volume and gives the skirt a little swish! The reason I mentioned wedding attire is because for me, this is perfect for a wedding or a formal party! Personally, I don't really like to wear fitting clothes, especially for long periods of time, and this crop top is the most amazing style. It fits around your bust, and floats past your middle, and as the skirt comes in at the waist, it creates a super flattering silhouette.
I paired this with my holographic La Moda sandals as for me, they're my smart-casual chunky shoe!
I believe if you register with Hedonia, you receive £10 to spend in their store! So much better than you're average 10%. I'll leave the links to my outfit below so you can check it out for yourself, and their other amazing products.
Thank you again to Rachel for giving me the amazing opportunity to own this super beautiful set!

TOP - c/o HEDONIA - £28 SKIRT - c/o HEDONIA - £40 SHOES - LA MODA - £22 BAG - NEW LOOK - £12.99 post signature

A FRUITY SHOOT

Before I begin, I just want to say a huge thank you to the lovely wind for INSISTING on attacking me in every single picture, and another thank you to my hair, you always know how to ruin a good shot!! Now that's out of the way, this two-piece needs to be spoken about.
I've been following Glitters For Dinner for quite a while now, and i'd been lusting over their amazing 'Clueless' inspired pieces like crazy. I definitely planned on ordering a few bits from there, and as soon as they posted this watermelon beauty, I immediately pre-ordered. Much to my surprise, it wasn't all that expensive! I believe they're an Australian company based in Thailand, so I expected delivery charges to be colossal, but nope! It's free delivery on all orders, and I didn't have to pay custom fees! When I changed the currency, I think it totalled to around £40 or just under which is incredible for a two-piece! I suggest sizing up as the pieces run a little small, but it's a lovely thick long-lasting material.
I paired it with my simple white Primark pool sliders, and of course some circle sunglasses. It wouldn't be me if I didn't feature some sunnies, right?! Oh, and how could I forget these little watermelon earrings? These are an old Primark purchase, but adorable nonetheless! (And so fitting!) I'm hoping and praying the weather cheers up a little, as i'm certainly not appreciating being out in this bitter weather!