Everything's Rosy

As Summer has approached us, I felt it appropriate to dedicate a post to roses. The vibrant and delicate flowers have worked their way into fashion everywhere-from flower crowns to summer dresses. Rosy pink is also big and was all over Chanel's SS14 collection.

I love The Body Shop's Wild Rose hand cream. It is really moisturising and the scent is delicate, yet strong. This product made my hands really soft and left them rose scented for a while. Online, you can now only purchase a version for mature skin for £5, containing SPF 15. However, it is worth looking in-store for the version for all skin types, if they still stock it, so you do not use anything too harsh on your skin. My one criticism of this product is that the metal tube pierces easily. I was carrying this in my handbag, however a hole formed and I ended up with the moisturiser all over my bag! But aside from that, I really love this product!

I love this Cath Kidston oilcloth bag. I received it last year as a birthday gift and I adore it! I do believe this is a cosmetic bag, although there is no reason why you can't use it as a pencil case. The oilcloth material means you can wipe it clean if there are any foundation spills or crushed eye shadows! I don't think this bag is stocked anymore but they sell quilted cloth versions which are machine washable. If you really liked the one I have, I'm sure you could find one on the internet.

Primark has done it again! I got this beautiful flower crown the other day for just £3. Other high street stores charge a small fortune for these headbands so I was pretty impressed. I like how the crown adds a boho look to any outfit, no matter how casual or dressy. I also really love the mix of colours: a medley of pinks ranging from pale to punchy as well as white. The headband is wrapped in a silky, pink material and is comfortable to wear as the flowers aren't too heavy.

I love the flower crown as it goes with so many outfits like the one I am wearing above. The rose playsuit is from New Look and the denim shirt is from Miss Selfridge. I think denim jackets are a great summer staple-especially lightweight ones-as they provide an extra layer when it is chilly but too hot for a cardigan. I would pair this outfit with a pair of pink jelly shoes or some light brown desert boots.

My Fashion Babblings-Uniquely You: 'Twirl Nextdoor'

Hello my lovely readers!

Today I'm blogging about ModCloth-a fab American company with vintage clothes ranging from the roaring twenties to the 90's. They kinda remind me of a retro Urban Outfitters as they have such cute novelties and give vintage style a modern twist. 

The outfit I have put together is a fusion of the 50s and 60s as well as my own individual style. The basis of the outfit is the 'Twirl Nextdoor' dress. I love the gorgeous cutouts and the soft peach shade of the stripes. The A-line skirt reminded me of the 60's a lot! The dress range at ModCloth is fabulous: the styles suit any shape and plus sizes are also stocked. They have such a selection meaning you can emulate the style of any decade you desire! 

I paired the dress with the 'Darling Saturday Strut Heel'. The baby pink really brings out the gentle peach of the dress and I think the bows are absolutely adorable and are very retro! 

I also incorporated my own style by adding a brown Cambridge Satchel to the mix. I actually own one of these and I swear the quality is amazing. I own a brown satchel as I feel it ties in the colours of any outfit and adds a little bit of a preppy, yet formal, look to outfits. 

Cat eye sunglasses are a must for any 50's or 60's look. They basically scream retro. These 'Cat Eye Cutie' sunglasses are gorgeous and the tortoise-shell design really matches well with the earthy tone of the satchel which blends well with  the soft pastels of the dress and shoes. 

Finally, the ring. This 'Unity of Measure' ring is so unique and looks like a tape measure! Perfect for any DIY fans! 

I hope you all enjoyed this post! 

Which decade is your favourite when it comes to style? 

50's/60's ModCloth by my-fashion-babblings featuring pink pumps

Primark vs. Topshop

I do not own these images

I love Topshop, but I often choose to buy stuff from Primark because of their on-trend, yet reasonable, pieces. I created this post to exemplify just how similar the clothes are in each shop as well as the huge price difference. But, just remember, in Topshop you are often paying for quality and brand new trends, whereas Primark tends to stock trends a little later. I tend to buy my basics from Topshop, but fashion pieces that may date from Primark so I don't waste money. In this set, all of the Primark items are on the left and the Topshop ones are to the right-you can hardly tell the difference between the pieces! 

What is your favourite item in the set?

Do you prefer Topshop or Primark? 

Well, anyway, that's all from me this week,

Until next time,

Festival Fashion

I love the bohemian styles that have taken the high-street by storm following the trends set in Coachella this year. Whilst most of us aren't Californian celebrities, who says that we can't channel the festival look?

1) Angular cateye sunglasses ~ £16 ~ Topshop

2) Denim short dungarees ~ £12 ~ Primark

3) Crochet knit waistcoat ~ £14 ~ George at Asda

4) Brown feather hair braid clip ~ £7 ~ Claire's

5) Floral cami smock dress ~ £8 ~ George at Asda

6) Uphill desert boot ~ £38 ~ Office

7) Mint green crochet shorts ~ £14.99 ~ New Look (definitely buying these!) 

8) Black low block heel chelsea boots ~ £24.99 ~ New Look

9) Black contrast ethnic print duffle bag ~ £12.99 ~ New Look

10) White flower hair garland ~ £7 ~ Claire's 

Festival Fashion by my-fashion-babblings featuring music wall art