DREAMING OF DENIM.

The spring collections are finally hitting the virtual shelves. New shapes, colours and prints but one thing I can't seem to get enough of – denim!

This strange love affair I have usually see’s me with at least one part of my #OOTD containing said fabric.

Just when I think I couldn’t get any more denim in my wardrobe, Miss Chung launches her AC x AG Jeans and my bank balance, as I know it, is doomed! (NB: Did I tell you the story about this one time I met Alexa Chung?)

On the hunt for some more purse friendly alternatives, I've came across some great denim pieces from places like ASOS, Jack Wills, George and Free People.

The A-Line skirt, denim dress and dungarees are all on my starting list for SS15 denim items. I'll be wearing mine with breton tees, light weight roll necks and tom boy shoes.

Who knows, maybe even the canadian tuxedo will make a come back? ;)

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SECRET SANTA

Secret Santa is one of the many surprises had around the festive period. So when M&S contacted me about taking part in a bloggers secret santa, how could I resist. The Budget was set at £20. I had to restrain myself not to buy 13 bags of Percy pigs but sense got the better of me and I headed over to the blog chosen for me by M&S to gather some other ideas.

After spending time reading through her blog, I was very nervous what to get. This girl was super fashionable, with lots of designer labels. One thing I knew instantly was she loved to accessorise… I went straight to M&S Gifts for her and Jewellery. Narrowing it down, I finally went for this statement necklace by Autograph.
I thought it would be perfect for a jackets and jeans combo or for that christmas party dress.

I was even more excited to receive my gift, this super snug hat. With a keen eye, my secret santa knows I love my hats and a perfect colour to tie into the rest of my outfits.

Thank you so much M&S and my secret Santa (who I will reveal soon)… it has been great fun to get involved.

What have you bought your secret santa? or can you guess who mine was?

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GIFTS FOR GUYS.

Tell me I am not alone in the fact I have NO presents bought eeeeppp! The hardest people to buy for are the guys in my life… brother, dad and boyfriend! (If your reading this hints would be helpful)

So why listen to a girl who hasn’t bought a single gift I hear you cry? Well, I have done a lot of window shopping, thats why!

1 - Ok, first on my list of presents is usually clothes for my boyfriend. He’s super easy to pick for and I normally can’t go wrong with a shirt. I love this one by swedish brand Our Legacy. They always do something a little different than the standard check or stripe. 
EVEN better Cloth have a competition running to win the shirt of your choice. 
OR 15% off international brand with Code:GLOBAL15

2 - A witty book. Personally I love getting a coffee table book, it's something that you wouldn't necessarily buy yourself. With nice photography, graphics or humour it can be a lovely treat. 

3 - Everyone has an mobile phone and everyone needs a case. SOLD!. It is christmas after all so it’s worth going for something a bit fancier than a clear plastic number and this beauty (I want myself) a Handmade leather case by Il Bussetto is perfect.

4 - Winter warmers are a must at christmas. Usually the colder weather doesn't stop at December as January/February can normally be freezing for us too. These are also great gift ideas when you don’t really know the size of the person you are buying for. A wooly hat from Oliver Spencer will certainly do the trick.

5 - Most boys I know love their gadgets and Lomography cameras can be a good place to start. With reasonable prices and lots of different designs, there is something for everyone.

6 - For something rather daper, cufflinks.. with Paul Smith launching his latest exhibition at the Design Museum these are most certainly in keeping for that stylish man in your life.

7 - Gadgets and games… these go hand in hand for boys. I spied this retro style table tennis set which could be the perfect little stocking filler from Asos, they have a whole host of great novelty gifts to help you along.


8 - Last but not least, an amazing print. I bought my bother a Peter Strain print for christmas and it was possibly the best gift I've gotten him to date, unfortunately I am always trying to top it. Peter has been featured in, Empire, Esquire and The Guardian. Not bad eh? There are lots to choose from here but I love this Anchorman one, perfect for the release of Anchorman 2 this week.


Dont forget you can always treat yourself with a new perfume via my giveaway here... Good luck and Happy Christmas hunting everyone.

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WISH LIST: COATS

The time is now… My winter coat hunt is on. I am no stranger to a coat or two but every year it’s nice to get a little wardrobe update and this year I’m going oversized or going home.

1. Straight to one of my favorite places, Free People.  Which isn’t hard to tell as 4 of the 7 coats are from there. I love this oversized knitted duster coat. Perhaps too similar to my Topshop jacket, but I want it all the same :)
2. HELLO THE WHITE PEPPER. I love this coat more than words and although it isn't online yet, it's worth the wait. I even had the pleasure of seeing it in person and it didn't disappoint.
3. I would love to add a splash of colour to my wardrobe with this French Connection coat, again in that oversized masculine style, I adore the bright red colour.
4 - 5. Back to FP with both these catching my eye. The Plaid fur coat and slouchy knitted jacket both look so cosy. I always prefer a more relaxed style of coat/jacket to throw on over a dress which I really think these would be perfect for.
6-7. For something more tailored these two coats fit the bill. This Warehouse Contrast Biker Coat has been on my mind for a while now, esp. being 5 in 1. Yes please. 
Finally this plaid cocoon coat is one of my favourite shapes this AW, perfect for skinny jeans and cosy knits.

Note to any FP fans:

Free People is providing a faster delivery option for our UK customers. Items will arrive within 3-6 working days for a flat fee of £7. YIPEE!

WISHLIST - DRESSES

Just when you think you get one wedding down and another 2 pop up. Alongside perhaps the cosmo blog awards *cough cough*

What the heck to wear? so I’ve started looking to see what’s out there.

First off I may be dreaming looking around the pretty dresses at Avenue 32.. I love Carven, and this dress is no exception (1) it's too girlie and pretty for words and I'd say worth every penny. Perfect for a bomber jacket and to die for metallic shoes from Topshop (2)

I also couldn’t resist this Nina Peter minibag *dreams*

Next up a brand favourite of mine YMC, thisbeaded dress (3) is that perfect 60’s shift dress I love and featuring a multitude of colours making choices of jackets and bags your oyster. I think I would pick out the most subtle colour in the dress and go for this bright yellow jacket from Topshop (4)

What I like about going for a simple dress too, like this maxi from Bonprix (8) is being able to style it up with more bright bold accessories. (Topshop Necklace 6). With bargainious prices on maxi dresses it may mean I can afford all the pretty shoes from Russell and Bromley (7)

I'm like a magpie this season, definitely drawn to metallic's.
Where's your go to shop? Any recommendations, head them this way x

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