festival wish list

Hey lovelies! Sorry about the lack of posts last week, i haven't been feeling too well which has resulted a full week of living of tea, watching endless crap TV and having no inspiration to write any blog posts what so ever. 

But I'm back and to kick start the week I thought I'd do a little festival wish list. Hopefully this will get me excited for summer and anyone who follows me on Instagram will know that's my favourite season with the constant 'take me here' pictures of tropical beaches.

Anyways here is my festival wish list: (from left to right)

1. Black bat sleeve kimono - Choies (£13.00 buy now)
2. Floral head band - New Look (£3.99 buy now)
3. So Marilyn lipstick - Charlotte Tilbury (£23.00 buy now)
4. All aflutter earrings - ModCloth (£12.00 buy now)
5. Wide brim wool hat - Nordstrom (£39.00 buy now)
6. Open back ankle boot - Boohoo (£30.00 buy now)
7. Faux suede layered shoulder bag - Overstock (£20.00 buy now)
8. Mia scarf print kimono sleeve maxi dress - Boohoo (£23.00 buy now)

Floral spring jumpsuit

 

Floral jumpsuit - Bank (sold out)

Chiffon kimono - H&M (sold out)

Suede boots - Topshop (similar here)

Drop earing - Accessorise (sold out) 

 

February is such a awkward month. Stores are now beginning to receive their spring/summer collection, yet we haven't adventured out our cosy jumpers. 

Me - I'm probably one of the most impatient people ever and never wear appropriate clothes for winter. I love my casual day dress, instead of jeans and tee's, I guess its just what I feel most comfortable in. The disadvantage is freezing half to death, especially living in Scotland. 

However this beautiful jumpsuit I purchased a year ago is great for those colder spring days. One of my favourite things about it is how easy it is to transition from day to evening with only small changes of shoes and throwing on some chunky jewellery. It has to be one of my favourite spring outfits. What do you think? 

The Bohemian way

 

 

Jumpsuit - Forever 21 (buy here)

Chiffon kimono - H&M (sold out)

Fringe bag - vintage (similar here)

Pointed boots - Topshop (sold out)

Layered necklace + bracelet - New Look (sold out)

 

 

I seriously don't know why it's taken me this long to take a visit to forever 21. However last week I was in Glasgow with my boyfriend and decided to pop in for a quick look. I have to say browsing about on the first floor I wasn't impressed, then I ventured upstairs. Oh my goodness! I was in a some kind of bohemian dreamland. From tassels bags, to lace frocks and velvet kimonos I didn't know which way to turn, just wished I had loads of money as I would have bought it all. Sadly I am one poor girl at the moment i stuck to this beautiful elegant jumpsuit that I found.

From the moment I tried it on, I knew it had to mine. Finally something that actually fitted me on the bum as I am a girl who is quite petite so it's a struggle to get anything to fit me without looking like a frump . (The joys of having nae bum) 

After last weeks inspiration at forever 21 I decided to opt for a bohemian gypsy look. Layers are crucial in this look so I teamed of my jumpsuit with my maxi  kimono. Adding a little height I choose my pointed boots from topshop. Then to finish of my look I choose layered statement jewellery pieces I picked up from New look, and I couldn't neglect my fedora hat which completed my bohemian look.

Now I just need summer!

Home made strawberry jam

I have to say that I absolutely love jam! You just canny beat a scone with some jam, clotted cream and a hot cup of tea regardless of the weather. So the other day I decided to make my own, and so glad I did it was possibly the easiest yet yummiest thing I have ever made. Here is what you'll need: 

Ingredients: 

1kg of washed ripe strawberries 

500g of jam sugar 

1 vanilla pod or 1 table tea spoon of vanilla extract

1 lemon 

Method: 

First things first sterilise all the jars and lids that you'll be using to put the jam in as this will get rid of any bacteria. Just boil the kettle and put them in the sink to completely cool down. 

Next you wanna cut all your strawberries in half, remember to wash them too. Then halve your vanilla pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds. However if you're using vanilla extract which I did put in between 1 to 2 table teaspoons.

The fun part! Add the seeds to your strawberries or extract  in either a saucepan or stainless steel pot, add your jam Sugar and lastly the juice  from the lemon. Now all you want to is mush it up with a potato masher to make a beautiful slurry texture. Depending on how you like your jam you could leave a few chunky bits to add a little texture. 

Now place the pan on medium heat and bring to a boil. Be careful though as it is sugar so it can burn pretty bad if it touches your skin. Then let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes and skim of the foam at the top. To test if it's ready place your jam on a cold plate and push your finger through the jam. You're looking for it to wrinkle and not flood back into the gap. if it isn't ready place back on a low simmer heat and try again. 

After about 15 minutes you can now place your jam into your jars, and decorate. For cheaper options grab some old fabric you have lying around and place over lids with elastic bands to add a cute vintage touch. Taadaa some delicious home made jam in under 30 minutes. Not bad right? 

Lush event

Hello lovelies, 

So, recently I was invited to a little lush event in Livingston which I was extremely excited about. If you know me well, then you'll know that I absolutely love lush products. Not just because of the beautiful smells but also how they leave your bath looking so colourful: almost like rainbows. One of the core reasons I will always be a loyal customer is that they're 100% against animal cruelty. (See here for more details) So just knowing this is a joy for me to indulge into a Lush 'cruelty free' bath after a long day at work. 

From the moment we all arrived at the store we were felt so welcome and of course offered drinks and cupcakes. First on the agenda of the evening was a insight into the new 'Mothers day' range and the inspirations behind the products. I have to say, my favourite was the mother superior. If I could describe the smell it's fresh, with a hint of cherry blossom. We were also shown the gifts sets which are all gorgeously wrapped in cute boxes ready for those mums needing a well needed pamper this Mother's Day. Yup guys it's just around the corner so get down to your nearest lush stores. 

Next we were split into groups, this was the fun part. We were introduced to the emotional brilliance wheel which the makeup products are displayed in a colour wheel. The idea behind it is to pick colours from the wheel that you're most drawn to which then represent who you are. I picked control, confident and passionate which amazingly lush is quite accurate! Lastly we actually got into making our own face mask which was 'Angels on bare skin' this  was very fun almost like baking a cake. it was also interesting to see what the hidden ingredients were used to make such a dream product. 

Although I enjoyed the night and actually found it quite educational, I mostly just loved speaking to the lovely staff, they are so passionate about the brand! Genuine which I love and they ooze so much energy. I totally recommend anyone to pop down to their local lush store if it's just for some advise on skin care tips or to smell the lovely products, you'll never regret your visit!

Valentines Day dress inspiration

Hello lovelies,

Can't believe it's valentines day just around the corner! (Seriously when did that happen?) It was actually the other night I remembered while searching for a dress for my friends birthday and being bombarded with romantic, elegant dresses that I had to find something to wear. Like every year I forget, and my boyfriend always has something up his sleeve. Resulting disaster on the day as I'm rushing about last minute trying to find a dress. 

I suppose it's not a main event in everyone's diary. However every gal should treat themselves, so whether your plans are spending it with your boyfriend, or going out with the girls, These dresses will walk you through any occasion, and perfect for spring time when we adventure out our cosy jumpers. 

shop below (from top left across)

1. Waffle bra nude dress - Miss Selfridge (£28.00 buy now)

2. Tfnc sleeveless V-neck mesh burgundy dress - House of fraser (£35.00 buy now)

3. Closet red V-neck tie back red dress - New Look (£48.00 buy now)

4. Nude pink bandeau zip pencil dress - River Island  (£60.00 buy now)

 

On a budget

 

5. Pink V-neck backless midriff flare dress - Sheinside (£17.00 buy now)

6. Off the shoulder round neck white dress - Rosewe (£16.00 buy now) 

7. Sara plunge burgundy skater dress - Boohoo (£17.00 buy now)

The little 60's outfit

I think it's my new hair cut that's inspired this little 60's outfit post. It's one of my favourite printed dresses and of course it's Fred Perry, if you know me then you'll know I love their dresses. This one I have on is covered in polka and of course features the traditional 60's collar. How I adore you Fred Perry! adding to my 60's inspired look I teamed off my dress with my monki camel coat, black pointed boots from Topshop and my fedora hat which recently is glued to my head. I honestly don't know what I'd do without my lil fedora! 

Outfit post is a little short today as I've been quite busy over the weekend, however loads happening next week and I'll be attending a lush event. Yay I promise to keep you girlies posted! 

See you next week!