Heavenly Haul

Hola Chicas!

Firstly I should say that I haven't gone AWOL! My recent absence from the blogosphere has been due to my poorly mac, which had to be fixed in the apple shop. But it's now back fighting fit and I'm once again ready to rock n roll!

After getting my hands on a few new purchases recently, I thought I'd do a lil haul post for you :-) I managed to get a few sale bargain as well as some really useful items that should be perfect for work. So here goes...

Poodle Beanie Hat - Topshop -£2

I was very happy to stumble across a Topshop outlet store in Slough the other week - I didn't know these even existed. I'm trying to build up my stash of winter accessories to make the thought of the colder weather a little bit more bearable. And for £2, what a bargain!

Gold Leaf Necklace - Republic - £2

A girl can never have too much jewellery! What more can I say...

Motif T-Shirt - New Look - £4

Since starting work I've got a little bored of dressing sensibly 5 out of 7 days a week, so on the other two days I'm starting to want to be a little bit more fun with what I wear. I thought this was super cute (look at the little bow in the girl squirrel's hair) and I just couldn't resist :-)

Beige Cardigan - New Look - £16

So this cardigan isn't the most exciting thing I've ever bought, but it will be really useful for work. I'm wearing a lot of basics for work at the moment, made a bit more interesting and adding colour with scarves and jewellery.

Maxi Skirt - New Look - £12

I was lusting after this maxi skirt when it was full price, so when it was reduced to £12 in the sale I just had to get it. I think the colours are lovely and its perfect for this time of year.

Skinny Trousers - Dorothy Perkins - £25

I was in need of some trousers for work that were smart but still casual (if that makes sense!). These fitted the bill nicely and are super comfy - shame I saw them reduced in the sale yesterday for £15 :-(

What have you guys been buying recently? Any good sale bargains or cute winter purchases?

xx

Love is in the air

As bridesmaid-to-be, I felt the need to look good at my boyfriend's brother's engagement party in Ipswich last night.

As usual, when planning my wardrobe I decided I needed something new for the occasion. I took jeans and shoes away with me, in the hope that I could hit the shops during the day to find something to wear on top.

We were starting of at a pub for drinks and nibbles with both families and friends, and then the younger crowd were heading for a club.

In the end I went for the outfit in the picture. The jeans aren't new but it was the first time I had worn them. They were £25 from Crafted at Republic. They're 'skinny flare' and I think they're really flattering. The shoes are my old favourites - a tan pair of heels from Dorothy Perkins.

I found this top in New Look for £20. Cream with pink love hearts all over it, I think it was super cute for the occasion. Maybe it was a little bit 'themey' to wear hearts at an engagement party, but I thought it was sweet (it wasn't like I went dressed as a wedding cake or anything!). I think the top was a really good buy - with a blazer over the top it would be cute for work, but could also be dressed down with baggy jeans and flip flops for the summer. New Look have some really nice pieces in at the moment at good prices if you are willing to look.

All in all it was a great night - it was lovely to catch up with people we haven't seen in a while and was a welcome break from uni. i felt really comfortable in my outfit, and it took me from pub to club really well.

Now, just the wedding in July to look forward to.

Congratulations Rachael and Rob! xx