Dreaming of a New Spring Wardrobe

I know that I am not a huge fan of spring/summer fashion...I have always been more of an autumn/winter girl - obsessed with layers, chunky knits, scarves, faux fur etc...but there is something surprisingly alluring about the first drop of the SS12 collections, which are hitting the high street now, and I find that I cannot wait to start kitting my wardrobe out for the new season.

On a lunch break last week I went with a friend to Forever 21, and fell in love with about a million things! I love how F21 is so reasonable but still doesn't feel like everyone you know will be wearing what you buy. There is so much there, I recommend giving yourself a good hour to go around and gather your findings, in order to appreciate everything the store has to offer.

I promised myself that as soon as payday comes around (Tuesday thank the lord) that I would venture back into the store and treat myself to a few new SS12 goodies! Here's what I've got my eye on...

ruffle hem dress £19.75

sheer stripe dress £19.75

sheer dress £18.75

stripe sweater £11.50

polka dot cardi £22.75

sleeveless shirt £19.75

maxi skirt £19.75

silky skirt £18.75

skirt £19.75

skirt £18.75

blazer £24.75

bird jacket £22.75

tiger print wedges £22.75

what do you think? have you spotted any SS12 must haves? enjoy x

Primark Autumn Winter 2011 Campaign

Now you all know by now that I loves me a fashion bargain, and Primark has always been my go to place for a fast fashion/easy on the wallet fix. A few months back I posted their campaign for their Spring Summer 2011 collection, and it was colourful, hot and very high fashion. Well, I am now please to announce the arrival of the much anticipated Autumn Winter 2011 campaign video!

Featuring cute 70's inspired looks such as tailored coats, jumpsuits, flairs, satchel bags and mary jane shoes with ankle socks...i love...bow tie detail dresses, cable knit jumpers, ankle skimming trousers and a lot of pouting by the female model.

Personal faves are a cable knit maxi skirt and patent lace up boots and of course, a fabulous dalmatian coat that would turn Cruella De Ville into a faux fur convert!  

All in all a lot to look forward to at Primarni over the next few months! Roll on autumn. enjoy x

video courtesy of Fashion Foie Gras

River Island's SS11 Collection is My New Love!

So there I was having a gander at Look online, and I came across a set of pics that stopped me dead in my tracks...I know I rave about their winter collections and moan about their crappy sales, but I rarely get all excited by their spring and summer line - well, this year, River Island have got it very, VERY right!!

Full of those incredible trends that we saw on the runways six months ago, River Island have adopted the most wearable, and at the same time directional, trends that the SS11 collections had on offer. Fancy a bit of prairie chic? no problem, want to give the 70's trend a whirl? They have it covered. How about some crazy colour blocking and prints? You'll definitely find your fill!

Throw in a mix of stunning sheer maxi skirts, beautiful leather separates and some fab statement summer sandals and you've got a high street winner!

I know there are still some sales on, but please, bypass the temptation of a £10 cardigan that you really don't need, or want, and treat your wardrobe to some gorgeous new goodies!! Enjoy x

Pictures from Look.co.uk and River Island