plain and simple OOTD

cardigan; Primark, top & belt; Topshop, jeans; H&M
I actually wore this outfit just over a week ago but forgot to upload it, so here it is now better late than never. I realise it isn't the most exciting outfit I've ever worn, but I just wanted to wear something super simple without looking too boring. Anyway, I do love wearing black. Today was my first day back after half-term (which in my opinion wasn't long enough)and I must say the amount of work that needs to be done is very overwhelming. In other news my cousin is living in London, even though it is only short term, and I am very excited to see him as I haven't seen him for months and months. So on Sunday we're meeting up, which means I need to fork out money for a train/tube ticket and lunch, which wouldn't normally be a problem but I am desperately trying to save for numerous things. These being my summer holiday, general university life and the ever increasing list of things I need to buy for university, as well as a few other insignificances.I fear a second job may be required.

a boyish outfit of the day

shirt; Forever21, jeans & top; Topshop, hat; Rokit
I have come to the realisation that I am dressing more and more like a boy. Not that its a totally bad thing, for starters its a lot more practical and keeps me warm during these cold winter months, plus I feel more comfortable and cosy in a pair of jeans, baggy tee and boots/converse. I have just noticed that my hair looks rather blonde in these photos which is odd because its really not in real life. Sorry about the shortness of this post, I'm tired and really wanted to upload this before I went to bed. Good night internet.

action movies I shall be watching

So I don't usually sit down to watch an action movie as it is simply not my kind of film, however after watching these trailers I shall definitely be indulging in the genre. I do admit that perhaps some people may not class these two films as action, but in my mind they definitely have aspects of action in them. Plus, recently I've been getting into the whole fairy tale thing, I'm still dying to see Catherine Breillat's sleeping beauty but I just cannot get my hands on it. I'm also studying Angela Carter right now for my literature coursework and strangely like her feminist fairy tale style stories. In other news, I am going out tomorrow night and have nothing to wear, this is not me being melodramatic, I honestly don't have any 'going out' clothes. Well I have a purple velvet dress but I have over worn that over the past few months. I think the reason behind my lack of 'going out' clothes is due to the fact that I really don't feel comfortable in dresses, which is really something I need to get over.

ohforgoodnesssake

So, the one monroe top I really really really would love to get my hands on is out of stock. It kinda sucks, I'm not gonna lie (wow my english is lacking in this post so bad). In other news, Tesco has no white chocolate buttons. I mean what is the world coming to aye?

my benefit experience

So, on Sunday me and mother headed into town and visited the benefit counter in Debenhams. Whilst there I got my makeup done by the lovely Sophie, I have to be honest by saying that I was expecting to feel quite intimidated and slightly embarrassed but was pleasantly surprised to be proven wrong. I sat down and she first asked what exactly I would like to gain from the experience, and we went from there. We discussed my skincare regime and skin type, so she could pick the right products for my face. It was more than just someone applying makeup, she talked me through each stage and made sure that we were both on the same page, always checking that I was happy with each thing she did. Overall it was a wonderful and interesting experience, boosting my self confidence more than I thought was possible. If anyone has any doubts about visiting a high end makeup counter, my advice would be simply not to worry about it as they're only there to help you, ultimately they want to make you leave a happy customer.
Never thought I'd here myself say that.

I shall report back on the products I bought once I've had the chance to try them out and form an opinion on. Oh, I did also buy a lovely pair a jeans from Topshop as they had a special deal on over the past week (20% everything for students) so I thought I'd take advantage of that and get some jeans on the cheap. You can never have to many pairs of jeans, well I think so anyway not being much of a skirt person.

no internet, exams, and a lot of reading

Hello folks! It has been exactly a month since my last post, and that is because my house has had no internet connection and I must say it has been very difficult in terms of completing my coursework. But it is back now (just) and I shall get back to blogging as normal. So no internet has meant a lot of reading, both novels and magazines(and eating). I finished Captain Corelli's Mandolin and have decided that it is my favourite book, ever. I will be recommending it to everyone I see. In other news, I sat my psychology exam today...don't really want to dwell upon it.

I'm running away with you, from yesterday's news

Right now my love for Pete Doherty is sky rocketing, every time I listen to the song for lovers I go all goosey and fancy him a little bit more. There is no doubt in my mind that it is a beautiful song and I don't think any amount of plays could ever change that. I am fully aware that there has been a bucket load of controversy surrounding him in the past but to me the only thing I care about is his music, Babyshambles, Libertines, I love it all. Enough said.
(p.s. awfully sorry about my absence, it is a result of uni interview, exam prep, coursework, oh and Christmas)

Uni, halloween and Lykke li

I've been a bad bad blogger this month :( But in my defence I have had bucket loads of stuff to do, such as my UCAS form (which is in the process of being sent off now) and I've really had to knuckle down with my school work as well. There has been a few other bits and bobs that have happened recently as well. I went to two halloween parties last week (dressed as a vampire) and last night I went to go see to Lykke Li in Camden! It was really fun, and atmosphere was brilliant. Oh and Lykke Li was awesome too.

jumper;H&M, shorts; Topshop
Here is an outfit I wore when I went to St Albans with my mum last week.

fashion trends I will not be wearing: creepers

So right now creepers seem to making an appearance in the fashion world and despite the amount of people that seem to be taking them in their stride (see what I did there?) I will definitely not be seen wearing them this season. I remember seeing them on the backs of vintage store shelves and being completely bemused at the prospect of wearing them, and my feelings have not changed since then. To me they're not attractive and don't fit in with the style of clothes I wear, that being said this doesn't mean that other people can't wear them and rock them. In my opinion it takes the right person with a unique sense of style to pull them off successfully, and that person is not me.




Top to bottom: River Island £30, Jeffrey Campbell $164, Topshop £60, Underground at ASOS £85
A range of high street stores have now started to sell them each varying in price, so if you do fancy getting a pair of creepers there should be some to suit every budget.