Bardot + Midi

Wow, long time no blog. Apologies for the lack of posts recently but I'm back! It's still freeeeezing cold outside and I know this outfit isn't exactly 'January appropriate' but whateverrrrr. I love the deep berry colour of the skirt paired with the off-the-shoulder crop top. I think the accessories should be kept delicate and in neutral colours like brown and gold as they tie the outfit together. Can I add that I am totally in love with this bag?

Top: Miss Selfridge
Skirt: New Look
Necklace: Accessorize
Shoes: New Look
Bag: Ollie and Nic

This is my first post of 2015, so I hope you all have a wonderful year and I promise more posts from now on!

Untitled #20 by my-fashion-babblings featuring brown home decor

Autumn

I do not own any of these images

Autumn is my favourite season when it comes to fashion. I love big, wooly jumpers and wearing maroon in practically every outfit. I don't know why- but I always associate maroon with Autumn, so this outfit it is full of it! The colours in the outfit are very earthy, therefore I think that the glittery loafers really stand out and add a festive feel to the look. For an alternate look, wear chunky boots and cream knits instead of burgundy. Be careful that you keep the rest of the look plain so that the fantastic pattern on the wrap-over skirt is the main focus. As it gets colder, throw on a parka and a pair of tights to keep nice and toasty outside! 

Until next time, 

What is your favourite shop to buy Autumn clothing from?

Autumn by my-fashion-babblings featuring fall home decor

Disney Tees

I do not own any of these images

Helloooooooooooo!

How adorable are these t-shirts? Most of these are available from Truffle Shuffle, however the Lion King baseball tee can be purchased on eBay! You can never outgrow Disney and I love that you can channel the classic style without having to wonder around in a princess dress or grow a mane/trail/wings. These tops will make you look magical (see what I did there?!). 

The Snow White and Lion King shirts are perfect for the approaching colder months but you can also layer the regular t-shirts for extra warmth. Why not go the extra mile by teaming the Ariel-inspired top with an emerald green skater skirt or a blue one with the Cinderella shirt? 

That's all from me today-

let me know your favourite Disney character in the comments below! 

Disney Tees by my-fashion-babblings featuring a blue t shirt

Japan

I don't own these images. I think the art can be purchased online via polyvore! 

I'm a bit of novice when it comes to Japanese culture, however I love how products in this country have fused the traditional patterns with the vibrant world of all things manga and kawaii.

1) Kimonos are everywhere. They are so versatile as they are available in a variety of floral prints and can be dressed up or down. This beautiful piece is from New Look and I think it really channels a classic Japanese look with a modern twist. Pair this with plainer items in an outfit to ensure it's in the limelight!

2) I think I have written about these bowls from dotcomgiftshop before but they are so cute! I love this one in particular however you can buy other patterns and sizes. This size is a dipping bowl for sauces but you could always use it in your room to store rings or bracelets. 

3) Red lipstick reminds me of the Geisha look. To channel the style, wear flowers in your hair with a little black liner on your lids. Don't over-do the eyeliner though as you want the punchy lip to stand out. You can buy red lipstick from basically any brand but I chose Pillar box red by Barry M. 

4) When I was younger, I used to wear the Gwen Stefani Harajuku Lovers perfume religiously. The scent 'Love' isn't as powerful as the other, frutier versions. I think the packaging is adorable, despite disguising that you don't get a lot of scent in the bottle! I think the product really channels modern day Japanese style and makes a gorgeous room decoration too! 

5) Despite not having tried it personally, I've heard rave reviews about the L'oreal Miss Manga mascara. It elongates lashes and adds volume for a cute manga look. It comes in several colours however I opted for classic black as I am not brave enough to sport rainbow eyelashes!

6) David and Goliath or Chicksrule sell adorable products. This sushi top reminded me of Japanese culture and not to mention-it's adorable! Plus, this t-shirt is on sale so if you like it-snap it up now!

7) Hello Kitty is an icon in Japanese culture. You can basically buy anything with her face emblazoned on it! These headphones from Topshop are so cute and the colour scheme really reminds me of Japanese cherry blossom. 

8) MiPac sell backpacks with a variety of designs based on countries. Whilst online, I found a Japanese-style one! The design is set on a white background to match the flag colours. Despite this bag being amazing, I can see the material quickly becoming stained. 

Thank you for reading! 

What is your favourite item featured in the post?

Japan by my-fashion-babblings featuring japanese wall art

Grease

I first watched Grease a long time ago, however from the first few minutes I was in love with the film. It's something about the vibrant 50's fashion that fascinates me. Of course, there are many outfits in the classic movie that you can recreated however, I have chosen several key pieces to help you nail the look.

I do not own any of these images. The artwork of Frenchy can be purchased here

1) This 'Rydell High Cheerleading' tee from Truffle Shuffle is the product that inspired me to create a Grease-themed blog post. I love the simplicity and that you can channel the Grease look without going too overboard on the 50's style if that's what you prefer. 

(sadly, this product is out of stock but there are many other Grease t-shirts on the site!) 

2) This lemon yellow cardigan from New Look screams Sandy. The colour is very delicate and would look gorgeous with a white shirt like the one she sported in the image above. 

3) For Frechy-esque candyfloss hair, why not dye it? Bleach London's Rose is a gorgeous shade to use. If you don't fancy doing completely pink, why not go for a Frenchy inspired dip dye. Alternatively, you could use a wash-out spray if don't want it to stay this colour for long. If you declare yourself a 'beauty school dropout' or-like me-not very good at hair dye, ask someone else or a hairdresser to give you a hand. 

4) You can protect your eyes from the summer rays and look 50's fabulous with these cat eye sunglasses from Modcloth. I love the shape, which is similar to the pair featured in the image above but with a modern twist. For a more simple look, these glasses are also available in black! 

5) Now, you simply cannot do a Grease blog post without including leather. We've all swooned at the sight of Danny and his friends in their jackets and you can channel the look too! This jacket is from Topshop and is faux leather. 

6) Sandy's prom dress is gorgeous and perfect for dancing the night away. Believe it or not, it's virtually impossible to find a dress similar to this-especially with the floaty skirt. I thought this white dress from Modcloth took elements from Sandy's frock but looks a little more modernised. If you're after a 50's dress, try vintage stores!

(Ooops, this is also now out of stock! However, you can email the company and request that they restock the product. Modcloth also stock a variety of other vintage dresses!) 

7) Sandy's look at the funfair, towards the end of the movie, is pulled together by her punchy red lip. I have heard many rave reviews about the Rimmel London Kate Moss lipstick. This shade is 'Wine 107' and will add a little of Sandy's sass (ooh alliteration!) to any outfit. 

8) A staple piece to a 50's girl's wardrobe was the midi skirt. This yellow number from Topshop is the perfect length and has a gorgeous pattern. This skirt is clearly in high demand and has run out of stock in several sizes. 

9) The Pink Ladies are a pretty unforgettable part of the movie. You can find similar jackets on Amazon and eBay to become one yourself. I love the silky material, despite the original jackets having small amounts of silk mixed with a matte-look material. 

10) This simple, Topshop black crop top lies on the shoulders and is very similar to the one worn by Sandy. This can be worn with high-waisted trousers for her classic look that flatters any figure. Why not go all out at pop your hair in rollers to complete the outfit? 

Thanks for reading, if there are any other movies you would like me to blog about-comment below!

Who is your favourite character in the movie, Grease? 

Grease by my-fashion-babblings featuring paper wall art

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

Coral Reef

Images are from polyvore-I do not own them 

Coral clutch ~ £12 ~ Claire's
iPhone 5 case ~ £5.99 ~ New Look
Snakeskin wedges ~ £19.99 ~ New Look
Pink check smock dress ~ £13 ~ Primark
Flower garland ~ £7 ~ Claire's
Panelled skirt ~ £16 ~ River Island
Snake texture plimsolls ~ £20 ~ River Island
Coral platform wedges ~ £12 ~ Primark
Rimmel Kate Matte Lipstick 110 ~ £5.49 ~ Superdrug
Maxi Low JuJu Jelly ~ £20 ~ Office

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Coral Reef by my-fashion-babblings featuring a watercolor painting

Summer florals

I know, I used a lot of pictures! But they're pretty cute...

Floral check midi skirt ~ £10 ~ Primark
Floral shorts ~ £5 ~ Primark
Sunflower skirt ~ £7.99 ~ H&M
Black floral skater dress ~ £19.99
Palm leaf skirt ~ £9 ~ Primark
Daisy neon print top ~ AX Paris ~ £15

Boho

Who's ready for summer? *waves hand enthusiastically*
I absolutely adore this outfit and I would genuinely wear it everyday and obviously a lot of the items can be used all year round like the boots and the skirts. I think this outfit would be perfect for festivals but you might want to trade in the leather boots for a pair of wellies!

1) Black Crochet Hem Kimono ~ £19.99
NEW LOOK
This also comes in pink and adds a real floaty feel to the look. I love the delicate lace detail and the way the kimono drapes.

2) Cream Daisy Lace Hanky Hem Crop Top (phew!) ~ £14.99
NEW LOOK
This top comes in a range of gorgeous colours too including pink and mint green. I love the subtlety to the lace detail and the cut of the top which gives it a relaxed, flowy look. I tend to opt for high-waisted skirts with crop tops so you only have a bit of skin showing.

3) Striped Skater Skirt ~ £14.99
NEW LOOK
This skirt is perfect for summer but can also be worn in the winter with tights. The pattern is gorgeous and I love the earthy colour scheme.

4) Manilla Lace Up Boot ~ £85
OFFICE
Just a tad expensive but these are definitely a staple piece to see you through the year! They are real leather for will be more hard-wearing

5) Aztec Vintage Chain Bracelet ~ £18
ROCK N ROSE
I love the look of this bracelet as it ties in all of the neutral, earthy colours in the outfit. Rock N Rose sell some really pretty, yet simple, jewellery pieces.

Summer Home ware

So...I know from my blog's title you may be led to believe that I will only babble about fashion, however today my babbling will take a different path. Home ware. Crazy, I know!

These adorable products are all you need to spruce up your home or bedroom ready for Summer. All of the items are pretty basic, yet can make a massive difference to a room.

photos are from polyvore-I do not own them 

1) Things box ~ £3 ~ Primark

I love the basic wood design and, of course, the price! This is perfect for storing all the miscellaneous things in your room that have no assigned place.

2) Owl jar ~ £10 ~ BHS

This is an adorable, yet simple, way to store things in a room like bits of jewellery or even lipsticks

3) Reserved cushion ~ £6 ~ Primark

Primark does it again: beautiful home ware and a beautiful price! This cushion is perfect for saving your favourite spot on the sofa!

4) Japanese-style bowl ~ £2.95 ~ dotcomgiftshop

If you are a regular to my blog, you'll know how I'm a fan of this online shop. Their products are cute with a vintage touch and not to mention reasonable. This bowl is known as a 'dipping bowl' but there are bigger versions and other patterns to choose from. I think this would be perfect for storing rings or bracelets that you wear every day to make them accessible in the mornings. 

5) Handled mason jar ~ £9.99 (pack of four) ~ drinkstuff 

I have developed a bit of a love for mason jars. Being a Pinterest user, you can barely escape them! You can use them to serve cold drinks in the summer or, alternatively as a vase for flowers. You can buy four for £9.99 from the drinkstuff website so you can do a bit of both! 

6) Desk organiser ~ £2.95 ~ dotcomgiftshop

I love the colour scheme of this pencil pot, the colours are muted and almost pastel-like, giving it a summery look. This is perfect for those people who tend to have their pens scattered all over the place!

7) Skurar plant pot ~ £3 ~ IKEA

Many bloggers have these pots to organise their homes. I love the frill detail around the edge of the pot and I think that it is the perfect way to store pens or make up brushes. This style of pot comes in a variety of different sizes-so stock up because this is the perfect excuse to get organised!

8) Crochet blanket ~ £75 ~ Cath Kidston

This blanket is beautiful and the pastel colours are perfect for summer. It's pricey but gorgeous! 

Thank you for reading! 

Winter-Spring

At the moment, it's the awkward transition phase between Winter and Spring. Well, not really it's January-but I like to tell myself that Spring will be soon! The weather seems to alternate between cold and warm just after this time of year, so I  wanted to create a look that will be suitable for both Winter and Spring. Every component in this outfit is from the high street, and although they vary In price, many of the items are staple pieces that you can use year-round.

Let's start off with the jeans. These high-waisted 'mom jeans' from Topshop are perfect for this time of year because of the cropped leg. This means that they can be worn with flats when it is warmer, or you can cover your legs with boots on chillier days. This style of jean is similar to the 'boyfriend' and has a straight cut and is slightly baggy, yet still flattering for any figure. These jeans come to £40 which on the surface may seem a bit much; however they are a year-round staple and are bound to be of a good quality. I'm sure that this style of jean is available across the high-street; I think investing in a good quality pair of jeans is often a wise move.

I decided to pair these jeans with a pair of tanned suede-style moccasins. Firstly, may I say that these shoes look so comfortable? They add a summery vibe to the jeans, but also an earth-toned edge to the colour scheme to ensure the outfit isn't too light and insipid. These shoes are perfect for Spring and Summer and can be worn with pretty much anything. Be aware that this pair of shoes, which are £22.99, are from the wide fit section of New Look, however they stock similar and cheaper styles.

I wanted to pair the brown pumps with a similarly coloured bag to balance out the light colours in this outfit, so when I saw this satchel on the Asos website, I knew it would be perfect. I love the scalloped detail on the top edge of the bag and the gold accents, which make it slightly differ to the stereotypical satchel. This bag is £30. Personally, I wouldn't pay this much for a bag that isn't real leather as there is no guarantee that it could withstand everyday wear and tear, but it is really a really unique twist on a classic accessory.

The cream, knitted jumper is £15 from H&M, which I think is a good price. Although, if you are a pastel fan, check out the jumper range in Primark as it features mint green and baby pink styles similar to the cream one featured. I think this jumper is a brilliant piece to have as it will go with virtually anything. Tucked into a skirt, worn over a dress or with shorts and also with jeans. Depending on the temperature outside, you can layer different tops with this jumper to ensure it is suitable for the weather outside.

I think I have a thing for animal and insect watches. The £85 price tag deters me, but I am in love with this watch. It blends beautifully with the gold accents in the satchel and the earthy colours featured. There's nothing more to say apart from: I love this watch.

I felt like this outfit was missing something. A pop of colour. I chose this Barry M Nail Paint in Red Wine. This deep shade of red blends well with the neutral tones in the look yet stands out simultaneously. I love Barry M polishes because they are amazing shiny, even in the absence of a top coat and at £2.99, what's not to love?! My only criticism is that the polish does have a tendency to chip very quickly.

Thanks for reading this week; I hoped you enjoyed the post!
What is your favourite item in this outfit?

 

woodland

It's still Winter, I know, but whilst 'online window shopping' I found a few bits and pieces that made me really excited about Spring. Woodland creatures feature on everything from clothes, to home ware and accessories.

1) This bracelet is absolutely beautiful. I love the earthy look, contrasted with the gold colour. I normally like to stack bracelets, but I feel that this piece would look gorgeously delicate on its own. It is from maxandchloe.com and is $14. I don't know if this company ship internationally but I'm sure you can find similar bracelets online.

 

2) This rabbit night light is the cutest thing. I actually bought this for my sister at Christmas from my favourite online shop, dotcomgiftshop. For £4.95, this light is so affordable and comes with batteries. As my sister has this, I know first-hand that this product is of a good quality. This light doesn't illuminate a room, but it creates a glow similar to a candle, yet safer.

 

3) I love this watch. Similar to the twig bracelet, this watch is gold coloured, simplistic and delicate. It can be found at John Lewis for £65. Although this is quite a lot for a watch, it is an everyday piece that would blend well with a range of different outfits. I love the intricate 'mesh' detailing on the strap and the beautiful burst of earth-tone colours emanating from the hummingbird central to the watch face.

 

4) This perfume is a personal favourite of mine. I love the crisp, floral scent which smells just like Spring. From Boots, the price of this scent ranges from £29.50-£63.50. The smaller, £29.50, bottle is amazing value for money if you are new to this perfume. You receive a little bottle with an extra tube of perfume to refill it. This version lasted me a year, although I used it sparingly!

 

5) I adore Paperchase because of their cutesy, themed, ranges. This woodland range is one of my favourites as it features adorable phone cases, scrapbooks and notepads. I love this notebook because of the busy, floral, design and the mix of bright and earthy colours. It was so difficult to pick one product from this range so I recommend that you check out the other woodland themed products! This book is £8 but you are most definitely paying for quality in Paperchase

 

6) Sorry, this lunchbox is also from dotcomgiftshop! I adore this shop as they are so reasonable but they stock amazing products. This box is the perfect size to fit in your handbag and the design is so vintage and pretty. Like the rabbit night light, this product is also £4.95. I own one of these boxes myself and I can tell you that the quality is great and the design on the top has lasted since summertime. 

 

 

 

Autumn

 

  

Hola, sorry I haven't posted for a while, I have been planning a bigger post which I hope to publish on my blog in the near future. I was playing around on Polyvore recently, a site where you can explore different fashion pieces and products for the home and compile them together to create what is known as a 'set'. I have seen a lot of bloggers use their own sets from Polyvore so I decided to create my own! 

 

1) First of all, the Converse. This pair are a splurge at £180, but they are a timeless wardrobe staple that can brighten up the plainest of outfits. I love the grunge stud detailing and the bright pattern that is slightly more powerful than the skirt featured in the set.

 

2) This gorgeous cat hat comes from H&M. This fuzzy material is really popular at the moment, I have also seen it in crop top and jumper form. It has a really lovely texture and can make outfits look so much more interesting. It is priced at £6.99, which I don't think is too bad, but you could probably find similar hats in the high-street that are cheaper.

 

3) This deep berry shade 3/4 sleeve crop top comes from River Island for only £5-practically Primark pricing! The depth of the colour really brightens up the neutral skirt I have paired it with (which I forgot number) from Primark. The skirt didn't have a price on Polyvore, but, if I made an educated guess, it's probably around £5-£10. There are so many different ways to style this skirt due to the faint and neutral colour scheme as it really helps other pieces in the outfit to pop, whilst making a statement itself.

 

4) I basically found a photo of knee length socks, I think this outfit would work better with tights due to the temperature but either will provide warmth! You can get knee high socks and tights anywhere-with varying degrees of quality and price.

 

I hope you enjoyed this post!

xxx

 

 

                                 please note, the images are from Polyvore and are not mine.