31.3.14

OOTN: Tropical








Shirt Jumble Sale
Disco Pants American Apparel
Shoes Bershka
Clutch Dorothy Perkins
Bracelet Marc Jacobs

I went back to Bristol this weekend for Mother's Day, not planning on going out. I chucked my disco pants in my bag at the last minute just in case, and would you believe it, my friend Rosie invited me out. On Saturday morning I went to a jumble sale and picked up this cute cropped tropical print shirt for 20p. It's unbelievable right? I love it with this bright yellow clutch and blue nail polish. 

Disclaimer: I ended up swapping my heels for my black Topshop skater shoes. It was a struggle for me to wear flats on a night out, but in the place we went to it's the norm. I'm so glad I did as the music was amazing and I danced like a beast. 

Faye x










26.3.14

Vogue Natural Health and BeautyBook
















I thought I'd share some photos of  this old Vogue Natural Health and Beauty book I found at my parents' house and brought back to London with me. My mum got it in 1980 (she has written her name and the year on the inside cover, cuteness) but it was actually printed in 1979.

Although some of the book is still relevant and useful, such as Yoga exercises and extensive information about herbal teas/natural remedies, some of the tips are slightly questionable! For example, one of the suggestions in the 'Health and Energy' section is 'The Grape Diet', which involves eating only grapes (about 4 punnets a day?!?) for 'up to ten days on your own, much longer when under supervision'. Ha ha-really? If this diet was published in Vogue or any other women's magazine today the media would go nuts!

Faye x











23.3.14

Fashion I dislike

I was on the coach the other day going to Bristol and we were stuck in traffic somewhere near Kensington. I noticed that A LOT of women were wearing puffa coats, the ones with the belt attached. Personally, I am baffled as to why these have become so popular. Yes they are warm and comfortable but so are many other coats. I just think they are so ugly! This made me think about other clothes/shoes I really don't get, so I thought I'd share my top 7 fashion no nos.

Disclaimer: I realise I am in no way an expert on fashion or style, and a lot of people may completely disagree with me, which is fine. This is all my personal opinion! Please take it with a pinch of salt.

1. The Aforementioned Puffa Coats

I'm not talking about parkas, the ones with the furry hood. They are cute and snuggly, and make you look a bit like a baby bear. I mean these ones:

I think it's the belt that bothers me the most. They just look like sleeping bags with a horrible stretchy pound shop belt attached. I just can't. And they are so popular! To pass the time whilst I was stuck in traffic on said coach, I counted about 30 of them in about 5 minutes. Baffled.

2. Knee High Boots

It's not knee high boots as a whole that I dislike. Some can look stylish and timeless. Like these: 

                                   


 But a lot of knee high boots look like this:


Just eurgh. I think it's what they are worn with that I have an issue with, I feel like they should always be worn with a long sleeved top, to sort of even out the amount of leg they take up. For example, this upsets me:


It's also the colours they often come in, like sludge brown or tan with horrible unnecessary buckles, stitching and quilting. Plus they are sometimes worn with the puffa coat of hatred. I think this must stem from my late teens when I sported some lovely brown primark boots with fake fur which I used to wear with a washed-out denim mini and red t-shirt. *shudders*

3. Hollister

I would imagine my dislike of Hollister is because I am too old to appreciate it- If I was a teenager now I'm sure I would be a huge fan. I just can't cope with the sensory overload in the stores- the smell it emits to everyone within a mile radius, the weird dimmed lights, not to mention the topless men who stand outside make me cringe with every fibre of my being. And the clothes I feel like you could have got from H&M about 5 years ago for half the price. They remind me of Joe Browns. Joe Browns is not cool. 

4. Bodywarmers

Unless you're walking the dog, I don't know why you would want to look like you're walking the dog. I just don't think they are and ever should be considered a fashion item.

5. 100 Dernier Thick Black Tights

Again, it's not the thick black tights I hate per se, it's two particular things- the way they are worn and the shiny ness of them. Basically when they are worn in this way:


It looks really weird because the top half of her is skin and then the legs and feet are just big block of black. Anyone feeling me? Also, I think they make legs look like they are all strapped in like a shiny sausage.

6. In between necklines

This I think may literally just be me. This is the sort of neckline I dislike:


One that is not quite a crew neck, but not a scoop neck or any other neck. Just an in-between neck. I think they look cheap, sloppy and unflattering. Not to mention when you want to put a white shirt underneath them  and you can see just a bit too much of the shirt. The horror!  Like I said, I think this one's just me.

7. Varying Leopard Print

Let's just get one thing straight- I love me some leopard print, and have done for many a year. It's this sort of leopard print that I can't deal with:

My eyes! My eyes! Why would this happen?


Does anyone agree with my thoughts? What are your fashion no-nos?

Faye x







All images from Google.





19.3.14

OOTD: Mango







Jumper Mango
Trousers Mango
Bag Matalan
Shoes New Look
Hat Dorothy Perkins

I don't know why I look so angry in these photos. I wasn't angry. This was an outfit from a couple of weeks ago when I was in Bristol wearing my new Mango garms and an old Matalan bag I found in my wardrobe which makes a lovely clutch when folded in half. I love going home to Bristol, it's like the room of requirement. I managed to come away with a splendid orange throw for my room and several picture frames, not to mention enough food to last the week. Win. 

Faye x




16.3.14

Spring Nails: Quick and Easy Topcoat Ideas + Lazy Sunday Links

Now I sure do love nail art. I keep reading that it's 'over' and 'done' but ya know, haters gon' hate. I still love it. Sometimes, however there's just not enough time in the day to perfect a full blown leopard print or paisley set of nails. This is when I like to crack out the topcoats. Sometimes on all the nails, sometimes on an accent nail. Sometimes when I'm feeling crazy I like to mix and match a few different ones. These ideas aren't particularly mind-blowing, just some cute suggestions that you maybe wouldn't have automatically thought to try.


Glitter Top Coats 


Love the combo of a pinky nude (typical 'french tip' colour) nail polish and silver glitter top coat. Especially when the nude isn't entirely opaque and the natural nail shows through slightly.


This lilac Topshop glitter (similar here) looks nice on it's own, but works better over a similar shade like this pink because you can really see the holographic particles.


I think peach and glitter is such a pretty combo, and glitter fade is just so easy and quick to do. My failsafe technique for when my nails have chipped but I don't want to spend the time/effort redoing them. Gives them at least 2 more days! 


Pearlescent Top Coats


Models Own Indian Ocean  is a beauty of a nail polish- an iridescent purple-blue colour which just looks so mermaid-y and whimsical. I love it over bright pinks and purples, its like creating a completely different polish which dazzles in bright sunlight.


Pearly Queen is another Models Own fave which again adds a lovely sheen to any colour, particularly white. How very Chanel.


Shatter Top Coat


I'm not normally a fan on the shatter top coat, but think I do enjoy this one from O.P.I with a lighter blue nail polish underneath. 


Matte Top Coat





Matte top coats are a really simple but effective way to tone colours down. I especially love themIda with grey and bright corals. 


Happy nail painting!

Lazy Sunday Links

  • As a refreshing change from all the superchichighfashion coverage, read about this hilarious event  from A Hit of Sarah
  • Test your fashion week knowledge with Coco's Tea Party's quiz. Have you been paying attention? I was quite proud of my 8/12 score.
  • Stare in awe at this beautiful cake from Jazz Lips and Tulips.

Faye x




12.3.14

Inspiration #1-AW14 FW Street Style

































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