Rolling in the deep

As you know, I headed down to the Big Smoke to support my classmates, friends and university.

Having to get up at the silly hour of 4.30am, and being on a coach for 4 hours in total, I definitely had comfort at the forefront of my mind, however, being a fashion student at such fashion orientated event of Graduate Fashion Week, and just generally caring what I look like (how vain), I thought turning up in my pyjamas or onesie probably wasn't ideal...

Slipping into my slinky trousers, that swished and swoshed in the wind, like the waves of the sea rippling on the sand, I hopped up into my blue-hued shoes.

I love Libertys, the store, the brand and it's ethos, and their prints. So when they collaborated with Clarks (who always make shoes so comfy!), I had to nab my hand on a pair!

I'm a big fan of wedges, which are so versatile and a staple in my eyes, and in such a vibrant colour and print, I just couldn't resist their beautiful charm.

cardigan: Hannah's wardrobe, trousers: Matalan, top: Asos, wedges: Liberty for Clarks

With these trousers having the magical power of lengthening my petite legs, I contrasted this with a simple, black and borrowed a cardigan from my housemate, which I just love the sheer panels in.

Picking out the golden tones within the trousers, I highlighted this with some gold and bronze accessories, with a new addition of lil' initial ring adorned on my pinky finger (which I can't get over how cute it is!)

ring: Topshop, earrings: Topshop, nails: Warm&Fozzie (The Muppets for OPI)

While looking through my photos as well, I got reminded of two stunning and beautifully clever pieces by Jousianne Propp from the Manchester School of Art.

I love how she's used a hard material and has layered and transformed it into something delicate and beautiful. The mix of  materials also made me lust over her jumper.

On a completely different note, I've been watching the Britiain's Got Talent final tonight and cannot believe how brilliant all the acts were on there, and I especially enjoyed all the acts that got me in stitches and have loved the increase in comedy acts. (And I just love David Walliams in general and his cheeky behaviour!)

Did any of you watch it? What did you think?

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

May your days (and jewellery) be merry & bright!

The big day is only a day away! It's so close that i can smell the mulled wine and taste the brussel sprouts!

 When it comes to jewellery, i am quite minimalistic even though i think big statement pieces look amazing on others, i prefer pieces that are more classically feminine and delicate, that will be timeless.

However, this festive season, I've made an exception as my magpie senses tingled and caught my attention to something special.

I love Christmas, probably an unhealthy amount, and even though i love all the jolly, kitsch accessories that creep up at this time of the year, with flashing lights and fluffy bobbles galore, i recently hauled one or two festive items that i really enjoy and think they compass Christmas without being too garish.

This ring was from a local shop where i live and was only £3 (bargin!) and i love how it's simple but bold at the same time. Every time i catch a glimpse of it, it just makes me want to burst out into Christmas melodies! But, as it's just gold, it still goes with most things.

 I also picked these adorable earrings from Claire's which i think are so cute and festive but remain simple.

Baubles, fairy lights, wrapping bows and ribbons, tinsel, and the star on top of the tree. 

All things that glimmer at Christmas :)

 I hope that you all have a very Merry Christmas, with lots of love and festive cheer with the ones you love, and that you eat yourselves into a food coma :)

Speak soon,

A.x