Punk but not punk

So according to some source in the fashion world, punk is back. That's right, think 70s, safety pins, tartan etc. But, as a fairly "girly girl", I wanted to put my own spin on the trend.

 I wore my favourite dress of all time: a tartan skater style number that I picked up for £12 on a sale rail in New Look last year. The dress showcases the pattern but in a feminine way. I wore my "well loved" (falling to pieces) creepers, which are also from New Look, and paired them with rolled down thick knee socks from, you guessed it, New Look. For accessories I threw on my Topshop beanie, a classic autumn/winter staple that will keep your head toasty warm and give a comfy and effortless look to your outfit. As a self-confessed Primark addict, I looked for a beanie in-store but to my disappointment, hat that I liked, in the rather eclectic assortment, didn't fit the huge head of mine. Topshop beanies are a little bit of a splurge at a tenner a throw, in comparison to Primark's thrifty alternatives, but they are great quality and bang on trend. Finally, I wore my trusty Cambridge Satchel which accompanies me just about everywhere. It's the perfect size for the bare minimum that I carry around with me and is a timeless staple that will last forever, if taken care of, and will go with pretty much any outfit.

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dotcomgiftshop haul

Hellooo, sorry I haven't posted in so long! But don't you worry,  I have plenty of ideas for autumn winter make up looks and outfits which I will write about! Anyway, today I was excited to receive the things I have ordered from 'dotcomgiftshop'. It's a really reasonable, UK based, online company that sell really sweet and retro products. I really love the woodland range for kids that features cute little deer, rabbits and plants. I simply could not resist the foil lined lunchbox. It's really lightweight, a great size to fit in your bag and is totally adorable! And it was only £4.95 which I think is a fab price.

I have been really wanting a plastic  Starbucks Frappuccino cup for so long but they don't seem to be for sale anywhere near me, but I saw this cup for only £2.95 and totally fell in love with it. Although it is a lot smaller than the Starbucks cup and a straw isn't provided, it's the perfect size for on-the-go an you can pick up disposable straws really cheaply. I got a pack of about 200 in the 99p shop-guess how much they were?

Finally, I ordered this little box to use when I don't use the bag. I love the vintage look to the lid and the box feels sturdy. Like the lunch bag, the box was only £4.95. There are also small 'snack pots' available with an array of different themes and designs. 

I would really recommend checking out their website, the bag and box I bought are available in a range of different styles and there is another cup, which features a vintage space design. I will definitely be ordering from dotcomgiftshop again! 

Oriental print dress

I have an extensive collection of skirts and dresses, but I own about four pairs of trousers! One of my all-time favourites is this blue/mint green dress from Primark.

(I cut my head out of the picture for artistic reasons..only joking, I had a bit of an embarrassed expression going on haha!)

 I love the on-trend pastel shades and the lightweight silky material; I also really like the oriental cherry blossom print. I paired the dress with my JuJu Jellies to give the look a pop of neon, making it perfect for summer. You can wear these sandals without socks, but I think they look cute with frilly ones in pastel shades. I coordinated mine with the colour of my dress, but I would also wear cream socks for a more neutral look. You can get a pair for around £3 in Topshop or a pack of several pairs for £2.50 in Primark, the choice is yours...