Egg-cellent Sunshine!

So, it's approaching April, we are well into Spring, and there is still snow about...c'mon weather...get a grip! I suppose we're all to blame though, global warming is definitely evident, let's just hope everyone realises and does their bit for the environment.

Despite this though, this Easter Sunday, the sunshine made a cheerful appearance, and i couldn't help but smile.

Sunny, yet still bitterly cold, i slipped into a flowing maxi skirt, keeping my legs under wraps, and snuggled up in a chunky knitted jacket, with a fax fur collar.

jacket: River Island, top: H&M, skirt: Warehouse, sunglasses: Ted Baker, earrings: notonthehighstreet,com

 I love the fun scribbles on this skirt, yet remaining sophisticated with a monochrome tone.

To keep myself feeling more in the Spring spirit, I sprinkled some daisy earrings on, and twisted a plait in my hair.

The look of Spring seems to be kick-started, I just hope the temperature follows suit soon!

I spent this Easter Sunday sharing lots of cuddles, kisses, and cheeky smiles with my beautiful baby nephew, having a proper laugh over very silly stuff with my sister-in-law, spending lots of priceless qualty time with family, and of course, eating copious amounts of chocolate!

I hope you all have a lovely long Easter weekend :)

I have just over 20 working days left at Uni, which is a very scary thought! I'll share a bit more of my work soon, before it all flies by!

Hope you're all well,
Speak soon,
A.x

China heart

This week, Spring seems to be making an appearance and creeping into the frosty mornings, and I couldn't be happier!

Brighter colours and less layers have been put on when I get ready in the morning.

Top: Anthropologie, Trousers: H&M, Shoes: Carvela

I love all the creases and folds on this pink jumper, which although subtle, change it from quite normal, to something quite different and quirky. And the colour just makes me happy!

I love these trousers as well, the print on them conjures up thoughts of William Morris and china plates at a tea party. Although being a girl a big skirts and dresses girl for years, I recently cannot get enough of all the printed trousers out there!

I really cannot wait for a change of season, weather and what I wear, and I've got my fingers crossed that it won't be long until summer dresses and sandal wedges can be dusted off!

And just as I'm typing this, it's started snowing outside again....i might be waiting in my fluffy hoodie for a bit longer...

Are you enjoying all the printed trousers at the moment? Or do you think they're a bit too snazzy (as my dad would say!) 
And are you looking forward to Spring?! Or are you more of a Winter bear?

Hope you're all well,
Speak soon,
A.x

Pixie Dust

Christian Dior's Couture Spring 2013 is so magical and whimsical!

I love all the specs of bright colours dotted over the clothes...

...this adorable bolero jacket teamed with this incredible chic outfit, which includes a bustier with seductive v-neck...

...this beautiful coat, with embellishment that echoes that of a beautiful cherry blosson tree (one of my favourite plants and scents)...

...this gorgeous dress with a contrast of a fitted body and bust, slanting down to a flowing skirt.

 The pixie hair cuts, sophiticated and clean eye make-up, and bright lips also look so prett and chic!

I also love the setting of the vivid green hedges in the background, setting the scene of a woodland that these beautiful pixie models are frolicing in, the whole collection jsut has such a healthy vibe to it.

Images from Style.com

                                    What do you think of this fun-natured yet chic collection?

Hope you're all well,
Speak soon,
A.x

Dream a Little Dream...

Elie Saab is one of my favourite designers, ever.

I love everything he does, it is just the epitome of femininity, and being the the uber girly-girl that i am, i just drool over all the majestic, sparkling pieces he does, flowing down the catwalk. There is just this effortless combination of old-school glamour and the modern day woman.

His Couture collection for Spring 2013 was no exception, the shapes emphasized the female body beautifully and i particularly loved the sheer parts that exposed just the right amount of skin, giving the appearance that the lace had been spray-painted directly onto the body strategically.

I just want him to deck out my wardrobe in all his feminine magic!

While usually dealing in one tone or colour on a piece, Elie Saab dabbling in some print and pattern which i thought added lovely depth to it, as if it was from a mysterious woodland.

I also lusted over how delicate this material is, like cobwebs with flowers blooming it around it.

I also liked the use of a pure and clean tone of white that was used for a lot of the collection, and am absolutely in love with the baroque, shoulder detail. 

 Valentino also made use of these neutral and clean tones, in conjunction of such detail, as not to overwhelm the pieces: subtle yet intricate, and thought the collection had a beautifully eerie and mysterious feel to it.

Also, these dress shapes by Valentino are so clever and just absolutely stunning!

 As much as I love snuggling up in some comfy knitwear, i am a bit of a summer gal at heart, so all these girly spring collections with more skin showing is making me smile.

Are you looking forward to Spring Summer '13? Have any collections really caught your fancy?
Images: Style.com

Hope you're all well,
Speak soon,
A.x