Ooh! True Blue Skirt

It's boxing day, all the sales are on, and I'm madly scouting the internet for some wise buys. 

This Marc by Marc Jacobs denim skirt is £78, down from £195. Nice, huh?

Ooh! Bold Bobble

I've been on the hunt for the perfect beanie for a while now (I have a really small head - it's not an easy task), but I believe I've found it. 

This one's the neat, snug kind that'll actually sit on your head, rather than hang off it. Plus, it comes in a gorgeous warm berry shade. I'm sold!

Ooh! Power Heels

I know these are not the classiest pair of shoes, but they're kinda fabulous, aren't they?

Obviously (as with anything) teamed with a mini skirt and tube top, they're going to look...well, slut-ish. But, with the right outfit, they're the nuts! I'm thinking - floral midi skirt, and ladder stitch sweat.

Ooh! Minty Fresh

In the winter it's easy (and I'm sooo guilty for this) of falling into the black trap. And - you know what - once in a while it's fun to actually wear a bit of colour?

This oversized shirt is a breath of minty fresh air (and I'm gonna wear it with my black, leather skinnies)

Ooh! Vintage Vanity cases

If you (like me) are still in need of a present for your mum/sister/best girlfriend, then look no further. Consider this set of DVF make-up bags - they'll use them everyday to store all their cosmetics, and they don't cost the earth.

Oh, and plus, they come in some fab vintage prints!

Ooh! Feathery Frock

I just want to dance the night away in this feather hem dress. Isn't it great?!

SWISH! SWOSH!

So, what time are we off out then?

Feather Hem Dress, £80 from Warehouse.

Ooh! String 'em along

These mittens are TOO CUTE!

I mean, they're on a string, and everything.

Paul Smith Mittens on a String

Ooh! OTT Embellishment...

If ever there's a time when you get away with wearing something a bit extravagant, it's during party season. And well, it's just around the corner, isn't it? 

Totally bejeweled, and a little bit O.T.T...this pearl embellished tee is totally wearable right now.

Pearl Embellishment Tee, £65

Ooh! Crafty Clutch

It's not often you find something on the high street, so beautifully hand-made and just shouting with authenticity. But this embroidered clutch is just that - truly authentic.

What a great find!

Tetrapoint Embroidered Clutch, £128 from Anthropologie

Ooh! A Cute Bit Of Cutwork

Oh my. 

This is just divine. Look at the craftsmanship! Image how butter-soft it would feel. Could you wish for a finer, cutwork leather skirt?

I think not...

Cutwork Leather Skirt, £98 from Oasis

Ooh! Pulse Party Heels

I love a super-high heel as much as the next girl...sure, I haven't yet perfected the art of walking in them with ease, but I have - like you, no doubt - mastered covering up the pained expression.

And still, I'm forever on the hunt for a new pair of party shoes. OH HELLO Pulse Suede Platforms, you beautiful, beautiful things!

Pulse Platform Heels, £55

Ooh! Snow Leopard Sweat

You'll have guessed by now that I'm partial to a spot of leopard print, so it should come as no surprise that my eyes lit up upon spying this snow leopard sweatshirt.

Silly, yes...but I just love the idea of wearing it slouchy and super-oversized, with some proper HAUUUGGE statement earrings.

Snow Leopard Sweatshirt, £140 from Stylebop.

Ooh! Stack 'em High

When I wear bracelets, I love to stack 'em high. 

This one by Maria Francesca Pepe may a tad pricier than my usual Topshop ones, but a great one to add to the collection. You never know, the boy might get it for you for Christmas if you start hinting... *wink wink, nudge nudge*

Stacking Bracelet, £160

Ooh! Sweet Paris...

If you, like me, are dreaming of a romantic trip to sweet Paris this winter, then chances are you also love the look of this Paris print. Isn't it great?

Just pin on your wall, when Paris seems all too far away...

Paris Print, £45 (London print also available)

Ooh! The Ultimate Orange Coat

The Ultimate Orange Coat needs no introduction. It's the kind you'll wear for years to come, and throw over anything from sporty shift dresses, or a slouchy tee, jeans and Converse. You see - versatile.

(Plus, it has an incredible name).

What's more, invest now and you'll be treated to £50 off at the checkout.

Ooh! Super-cute Skater

Hurrah! It's party dress season!

And far from going for the same old black frock, I'm thinking this skater dress will make a nice change. Imaging it with big hair, and my stacked, black platforms.

Skater Dress, £149

Ooh! Boucle Backpack

If you're a bit of a Chanel fiend then you'll obviously love this boucle backpack... (and it's a right steal, at just £24.99)

Pair with skinny leathers, a super-slouchy tee and a well tailored coat for that model-off-duty look. 

One for the Christmas list, me thinks!

Boucle Backpack, £24.99

Ooh! Gold Rush...

Because sometimes you really do just need a bit of sparkle in your life...

Granted, it's not a demure jumper, but it's a deliciously fun one!

Sequin Jumper, £65

Ooh! Statement Necklace

Sometimes a girl just needs a statement necklace...

And this one's L.U.S.H.

That is all.

Shop it! Crepe Chain Neon Necklace

Ooh! Fabulous Knickers

It's not often I covert the skimpy, but these embellished knickers are different...THEY'RE JUST SO FABULOUS!

I mean, who wouldn't want to be rocking these, with some towering platforms?

Well...?

Jewel Embellished Knicker, £48

Ooh! Irresistable IRO...

I just absolutely love this jacket. I mean, I'm practically drooling over it.

I know it's a tad pricey, but it's Iro, and I'd wear it everyday...

Iro Grey Leather Trimmed Knitted Jacket, £429 from mywardrobe.com

Ooh! Super Shopper

Scouting around for a new handbag this week, I came across this super shopper. Isn't it lush?

I'm adding to bag...

Pony Skin Shopper, £169 from  Ted Baker.

Ooh! Boyfriend Cardi

This year I'm going to be really meticulous with my Christmas list (is it too early to be thinking about this?) and on there, for sure, will be this callister orange boyfriend cardigan.

Why? Well I love the colour - it pops! - the deep pockets, and the skinny cuffs. 

(Plus, the thought of my boyfriend wearing this makes me chuckle)

Callister Orange Cardigan, £110 from Reiss.

Ooh! What a Dazzler

Perhaps it's just me, but I think I'm just ever so slightly starting to get excited for *GASP* Christmas. I know, I know, it's totally un-cool to blurt it out with months to go, but I'd be lying if I said I hadn't started thinking about what party dresses I'll be wearing...

Lucky for me, this metallic jacquard dress is just the ticket, and a steal at just £20 in the Oasis sale (plus, it'll get my party dress collection started nicely).

Metallic Jacquard Dress, was £80 now £20 in the Oasis sale.

Ooh! Twinkle Toes

I'm a sucker for a bit of sparkle, and having recently really gotten back into my Converse (and other uber-comfy shoes), I'm well and truly into this pair of twinkly trainers. 

Neutral, and not-too-bling, they'll add interest to your weekend jeans and tees without looking O.T.T.

 

Ladybank D Glitter Toe Cap Leather Trainer, £70 from Dune.

Ooh! Polka Dot Peplum

I know the peplum top has been on the scene for a while now, but it's only recently that I've given it some proper thought...

Obviously, on paper it's a no-branier; tiny waist and an envious hourglass figure in seconds - really, what's not to like? But for whatever reason, I'd passed them by, until I tried this baby on...

...And well, then just like that, I was sold.

Spot Peplum Cami £30 from Warehouse.

Ooh! Precious Pearl

I know it's supposed to be all about the new season now, but it's well worth taking a peek at the last of the designer sales for some nice finds, like this Vanessa Bruno Athé pleated skirt.

Cute as a button, and in a comforting neutral shade, you just know it'll look a dream with your AW12 leather jacket...

Pearl Pleated Skirt, £74 (Sale) by Vanessa Bruno Athé at Stylebop.

Ooh! Boys Boys Boys

What an amazing 80s-inspired Flashdance-style sweat. 

I want it so bad! It's just calling to me...

Boys Sweater, £94 by Zoe Karssen at mywardrobe.com

Ooh! Top Tote

Loving this bit of arm candy! Such a chic handbag, and a real high street find...

Mink and Black Colour Block Tote, £19.99 from New Look

Ooh! Stylish Sale Outfit

I don't usually do this...buuut...I'm featuring...TWO items at a time. 

(I know. Ground-breaking)

But, together this dreamy midi dress and pair of block heels make an awesome outfit, and it would be rude not to share it with you, wouldn't it?

Tie Dye Midi Dress £12 and Hank Block Heel Sandals £30, by Miss Selfridge

Ooh! Hello Heartthrob

Just LOOK at these! 

I love them. And they're from Free People which, like, makes them 100 times cooler.

Absolutely fabulous sunglasses! Don't you agree?

 

Heartthrob Sunglasses, £12.70 from Free People.

Ooh! You Sound Like You're From Landannn...

I do love this city scape dress! 

With a pretty monumental Summer of sport ahead of us, lots of retailers are churning out the Brit themed stuff, but few are doing it as tastefully as Oasis.

This shift dress gets a huge thumbs up from me, because you'll actually be able to wear it when 2012 is done and dusted. Hurrah!

London City Scape Dress, £70 from Oasis.

Ooh! Suede Sandals

I spied these suede sandals, tucked away on the Miss Selfridge website, and they're perfect if you're looking for a last-minute holiday purchase, like I am.

Plus, they're only £12! What a beautiful bargain....

Turquoise Suede Sandals, £12 by Miss Selfridge.

Ooh! Top Tank

A cool, cotton, cropped tank by U.S. brand Obey. I love it, because there's a real mish-mash of prints on here that just work together, easily.

Wear it loose and baggy!

 

Obey Printed Tank, £27 from Farfetch.com

Ooh! True Blue

Yeah...despite being all DOOM and GLOOM outside, I'm still very much delusional, and firmly in summer mode, which means bold colour (and lots of it). 

Step forward Miss Warehouse maxi dress in the most beautiful colour on earth: cobalt blue. 

Friends will know that I could live in this shade of blue for life and not tire with it, but you should just know that it's a nice buy. You can't go far wrong at £25, can you?

Maxi Dress, £25 from Warehouse.

Ooh! Super Stripes

Check out these super stripes! They're great.

Sure it's just a basic vest, but it's a nice 'n Summery one (and it's chirping me up whilst the Brit weather is so dire. I mean, it's July for christ sake!) 

All it needs is skinny jeans, and some beat-up Converse, or a colour-block maxi and a huge pair of sunnies if you're dressing to impress.

A.P.C. Striped Vest Top, £35 in the Farfetch.com sale.

Ooh! Clutch Me

Oh I do love a bit of sale shopping! 

The Accessorize sale got into full swing today and, naturally, didn't disappoint. I found this cute clutch straight away, and it's a steal at just £14...

Flower Applique Envelope Clutch, £14 (sale price) from Accessorize.

Ooh! Sheer Smalls

This is SO cute! I mean, seriously, have you ever seen a cuter bra?

Unashamedly girly, sweet but sexy, what's not to like?

Sweet & Tangy Bra Top, £14.95 in the Anthropologie Sale.

Ooh! Fancy Flatforms

I've yet to really get involved in the flatform trend, despite LOTS of my friends really rating them. So, I thought it was high time I got invested.

My pick? This royal blue pair...Why? Because they're an awesome shade of blue, and I love the knotted detail. 

Team with a bralet and fifties style skirt.

Blue Flatforms, £19.75 from Forever 21.

Ooh! Super Slouchy Tee

I do love a good quality, slouchy tee (and thankfully they exist in abundance at Reiss). As far as I'm concerned, they always get the fit right, where so many retailers get it so, so wrong.

Plus, there are LOADS of slouchers in the Reiss Sale...oh yes!

Blossom Slik Front Top, £39 (sale price) by Reiss.

Ooh! Zig-a-Zig Aah...

"Slam yer body down, and zig-a-zig ahh..." - Spice Girls, circa 1996.

What a cool, little skirt I've found! In one sense, it's a simple number - one that you'll be able to pull on with colour and black - but then there's the print, it's kind of mesmerising isn't it? Just fabulous.

Chevron Knit Mini Skirt, £12.99 from New Look.

Ooh! Lush Leather Slippers

It's not often you see a pair of leather shoes online, and just know exactly how deliciously soft they'll feel on your feet. Well, this pair from Dune, are exactly that kind of shoe.

And for that reason alone, these candy pink pumps get my vote!

Plus they're right on-trend (but you don't need me to tell you that)...

Louisa Leather Slippers, £49 (sale price) from Dune.

Ooh! Hot Halter

I have a real thing for canary yellow, so it's no surprise I was drawn towards this halter top. Sure, it's my colour, but it's also cinched in at the waist, which suits my shape. Sweet!

I'm thinking white straight cut jeans, uber stacked wedges and big Hollywood style shades to style it out. Oh, dah-ling...

Esmeralda Top, £79 from Reiss.

Ooh! San Martin Suede

Tassel, tassel, tassel, tassel, tassel YEAH... 

 

San Martin Suede Bag, £150 from French Connection.

Ooh! Ombre Midi

OH. MY. This dress is incredible!

Those who check this blog regularly, will know i'm a real sucker for ombre, but this midi dress is just the biz, isn't it? Just imagine it in all its boho glory - floppy hat, flip flops and all - or with your wellies come festival time.

DREAMY!

Ombre Midi Dress, £37 from Miss Selfridge.

Ooh! Super Sandals

Love these! 

There's something so appealing about things that are so simple and perfectly formed. Beautifully designed, there's no denying that these ankle strap sandals are cool, clean-cut and a great, great colour for Spring.

Plus - in peachy tones, they'll be super flattering on the leg.

Ankle Strap Sandal, £85 from Ted Baker.

Ooh! Marvelous Maxi

I do love a maxi skirt! What's brilliant about them - especially at this time of year - is that they can be worn come rain or shine (I'm sure I'm not the only one who's pulled on a secret pair of leggings, underneath my maxi, when it's a bit nippy outside...)

The team at Warehouse have styled this brushstroke maxi skirt with a plain tee and cropped, light wash denim jacket, which looks spot-on. I'd just add my floppy hat, and a low slung bag to channel true boho chic.

Brushstroke Maxi Skirt, £42 from Warehouse.

Ooh! Bandeau Bikini

Off on my hols in a mere three weeks, I've decided I need a new bikini. And Miss Selfridge have a great selection at the moment.

If truth be told, I'm not blessed with huge bangers, so a bandeau bikini suits me just fine. Plus, I'm a real sucker for tie die, so this particular one is right up my street.

They also have a great neon style that I've been umm-ing and aah-ing over...

Tie Die Bikini, £26 from Miss Selfridge.

Ooh! Sky's the Limit

I love, love, love Lulu & Co! They just make the most awesome t-shirts.

This creation, for example - it's just cool, isn't it? And the sunset print is just so dreamy...

 

Silk T-shirt with Black Raffia Trim, £210 by Lulu & Co @ Liberty London.