Images from FFW Models

Putting aside the fact that she's a Victoria's Secret angel and has probably never taken a bad photograph, Adriana Lima can clearly do editorial as well as out-and-out sexy. I am always curious to see what the angels look like without hair extensions, body glitter and jaw-achingly wide smiles. Turns out she still looks pretty great. Her good looks aside, I am obsessed with all white at the moment, yet fear looking like a tennis player or the Beckhams circa 2003. Thankfully, Interview magazine shows us how to avoid that.

COORDINATES

Bomber Jacket - Topman, Crop Top - Topshop, Skirt - H&M, Clutch - Juno

I have been loving all of the coordinates which have been appearing lately as a huge trend for S/S. All of the ones I'd seen were patterned and colorful, and as someone who favours the plainer things in life, I wasn't feeling anything too garish. So I made my own! Well I say made...I found some very basic separates from Topshop and H&M and whacked them together. Add a clutch and a bomber and you're done. When I'm feeling a little more exciting perhaps I'll invest in something a bit brighter. But for now, I'm pretty content with this. 

MAXED OUT

Blazer - ASOS, Tank - Cheap Monday, Jeans - Topshop, Sneakers - Nike Air Max 90

Literally can't go wrong with my trusty Air Max, even though they look enormous compared to my scrawny ankles. And don't think I need to remind anyone how much I love black...Happy Thursday everyone!

NEOPRENE

Neoprene Sweater - ASOS - Skirt - H&M

Continuing to live my life in monochrome...

SHOE STORY

All shoes by New Look

When I was putting this post together I was totally oblivious to the fact that all of these shoes are from New Look, so as a disclaimer, I don't work for them! Aside from my regular sneakers, these are my go-to shoes at the moment. I'm picky about daytime footwear, in that I have little patience with anything that I a) can't walk in and b) can't spend an entire day dashing around without blisters. And where comfort wins, price often doesn't. However all of the above were under £30, so I guess well done New Look!

WISHLIST #2

Monki blazer, $90 / Monki pants, $35 / New Balance yellow canvas shoes / Topshop slide sandals

Just a few of my wants/needs for spring. It's been great to shed a couple of  layers/lose the umbrella, but I have seemingly nothing to bridge the gap between winter and summer. Which is where this Monki blazer comes in...

PURCHASES

Shoes - New Look, Shorts - H&M

I've been pretty happy with my bargain hunting skills recently. Snapped up these shorts for £12.99 and the shoes for £11.99 - success. Fashion which means I still have enough money to go food shopping is where it's at. 

TOMBOY

Bomber Jacket - Topman, Tank top - Superdry, Mom jeans - Topshop, Back Pack - New Look, Sandals - New Look

This Topman bomber is so much better than any womenswear equivalent I've found. I pinched it from my brother and pretended I'd bought it myself, so it had the added bonus of being free. These mom jeans have been in my life for a year and have adapted amazingly well to all seasons and occasions, so 10/10 for those too.

TABARD

Boohoo jersey dress / T By Alexander Wang black lingerie / Zara low heel shoes / Zara shopper / Call it SPRING yellow gold ring, $8.31 / River Island white retro sunglasses, $17 / Nyx eyeliner / Rococo lavender nail polish

Want to be wearing all of this right now instead of being sat in the library wearing a turtleneck...#marchissues

88

Dress - River Island, Shoes - New Look

Having seen the first few signs of spring arrive, I might have got a bit excited and invested in (translation: seriously overspent on) a couple of things. This basketball dress being one of them. It's the nicest I've found on the high street and it's easy to dress up or down, winning my seal of approval. Just need it to actually get a bit warmer so I can wear it more...

5 OF THE BEST...TRAINERS

New Balance lace up sneaker, $125 / Reebok sneaker, $92 / New Balance striped shoes / Nike Roshe Run Shoe/ Nike Roshe Run Shoe

Or sneakers, as some of you might say. Either way, my obsession with them shows no sign of abating. Which I am perfectly okay with.

SONIA RYKIEL AW 14

Images from Vogue

Miranda Kerr just makes everything that little bit more beautiful doesn't she? That being said, these first few looks from the Sonia Rykiel show are gorgeous in their own right. The whole collection appealed to that part of me that longs to be sophisticated and lady-like but which stubbornly refuses to give up trainers. Maybe 2014 should be the year to embrace my sophisticated side...

RELAX

By Malene Birger pocket sweatshirt, $240 / G.V.G.V. track pants / H&m shoes, $33 / Opening Ceremony leather bag

Wish I had got out of bed and put this on this morning...on a brighter note, Happy Friday everyone! 

SIMPLICITY NAILED

Images  sourced from tumblr and pinterest

I  really struggle with what to do with my nails. As you might be able to tell, I am in no way girly or frivolous style-wise, yet when I trawl through tumblr and pinterest for inspiration, I get lost in a sea of shouty designs, nail stickers and glitter. And whilst I appreciate the effort gone into the designs, it ain't me. I feel overdressed with anything other than simple block colour on my nails, but equally would like to experiment, even in some tiny way. Which is probably why I fell in love with these designs. Simple and modern, they are kind of like the anti-manicure and I love them. Any more ideas are totally welcome.

TEASER

White Top - Missguided, Turtleneck (just seen) - Primark, Skirt - H & M, Necklace - Primark

Here is a little photo reel from shooting my first outfit post. Actual images will be up over the next few days, watch this space...

6 OF THE BEST...SPORT LUXE

The Ragged Priest mesh shirt, $58 / Topshop white top / Topshop activewear pants / Topshop shorts / Topshop clothing / H&m shoes, $33

If pyjamas were acceptable day-wear, I'd wear little else. Sometimes, squeezing myself into my skinny jeans at 7:30 in the morning seems like the most unappealing task. However, seeing as I have to leave the house looking vaguely acceptable, these stylish but comfortable basics will have to do. These are my current favourite picks inspired by the sport luxe trend, seen everywhere from Tommy Hilfiger to Balenciaga. An even bigger plus is that these are all under £100. Don't say I never treat you.

NARCISSE - CAROLA

Images from Narcisse magazine

It's rare that I come across a beauty editorial which genuinely inspires me. There isn't a great deal in-between the how-to articles and the slightly overwrought, pile-on-the-eye-shadow style editorials. This particular shoot, from Narcisse magazine, is breathtakingly beautiful and incredibly modern. Narcisse magazine seeks to find true beauty amongst our stereotyped connotations of perfection, and with minimal air-brushing and beautifully photographed images, this is easily achieved here. 

5 OF THE BEST...SLIDE-ON SANDALS

River Island miniature mule, / Zara sandals / Topshop leather slide sandals / Zara leather sandals / ASOS white open toe shoes

Slide-on sandals have been on my radar for some time now, but with winter being, well, winter, sandals aren't up there on my go-to footwear list. And those who haven't got a designer budget like myself needn't worry. These high street versions are equally as impressive and far less financially catastrophic. My main issue is that I want all of them, which somewhat defeats the point of finding budget version in the first place...

TUMBLING

All images from Tumblr

Tumblr is my vice and go-to for procrastination. I waste away hours image hunting, hours which should be doing my dissertation. If any of you guys are hung up on monochrome and clean lines, with only the tiniest hint of colour, then come join me here.

OUTFITS

Check out my Polyvore here for more looks. Happy Tuesday! 

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