Wavy Hair!

It's my brother's wedding coming up in two weeks time! He's marrying a fabulous girl who has quickly become one of my best friends and already feels like a sister. I can't wait for the wedding, and over the weekend, the bride to be and I had our hair trials for the big day!

I used to have super short hair, and I have been growing it for the best part of two years, something which is so boring to do! My hair is dead straight and almost black, and I thought it would be really fun to put in a couple of hair extensions (not too long) and have my hair made wavy for the big day. Something natural and quite ethereal looking. I've bought a couple of pretty flowers which match my bridesmaids dress to finish off the look.

Luckily, bride to be Michelle already owns a selection of amazing extensions, so, the hair stylish secured them in, set the tongs on high and proceeded to give my hair soft, natural looking waves. I loved how it looks, and cannot wait to rock the look on the big day! I've put a couple of shots below, one of me with my hair as it is now, and one with the final wavy look! x

hmm...shorter...straighter hair

Ooh...longer wavy hair!

Primark's SS12 Beachwear Range

The weather in London over the last couple of weeks has been amazing! low - mid 20's, sunny and so feeling like summer. Weather like this always makes me want to get on a plane and head on holiday immediately! However, I'm not going on holiday for another month (the countdown begins) but that doesn't mean I can't plan my holiday wardrobe!

I'm heading off with the hubby to Dubrovnik in Croatia for 10 days (I really can't wait) and the thought of blue skies, blue seas and white washed buildings is making me giddy with excitement! I'm also trying to watch my spending at the moment, so planning the holiday wardrobe has to be done on a budget. This is why, when I spotted Primark's SS12 campaign images and product shots, I knew I was sorted.

Primark always have a way of making their campaign shots look expensive, high fashion, cool and attainable at the same time. I love the collection of figure flattering beachwear, 70's inspired maxi dresses, tribal and tropical print footwear and chunky jewellery.

I've chosen a few of my favourite images and products below...I think I'll be heading down there this afternoon! What do you think of the beach range? Enjoy x

the print for SS12

love a bit of neon for the summer!

perfect day shoe!

figure flattering bikini bottoms!

must own these sunnies!!

poolside glamour!

easy and chic beachwear

layering for the beach

a great accessory

tribal print is a must have trend

What's Caught My Eye This Week

Sorry for the long break in between posts! It was my sister-in-law to be's hen do over the weekend, which I have been planning for months, and last week was filled with last minute preparations and of course, the actual event over the weekend!

So, I have had a bit of browsing time since last week and I have created a mood board of my latest wish list obsessions! I'm loving colour, print, texture and I even spotted an adorable mug from Cath Kidston, which I am desperate to add to my ever growing collection. I had to include a couple of pieces from Monki (my new favourite shop), a pretty lace dress in a stunning lemon shade from Jane Norman and some summer festival essentials from River Island.

I love the idea of mixing colour, print and texture for SS12 - a bit of native with neon, graphic prints with boho accents and pastel tones with a masculine edge. It really is a season to have fun with.

What do you think of my must-haves this week? Has anything beautiful spotted your eye? Enjoy x

Glasses and Filofaxes!

Happy Monday!

I started the week with two nice additions!

Firstly, I got my new glasses, which might not sound that exciting, but being quite passionate about the "geek chic" look, I love them! I used to wear glasses when I was little (and an eye patch but I won't go there) and I unfortunately chose not to become a regular visitor to my optician, but after being asked by my uncle time and time again (who has a funky optician in Kentish Town) to go in and have them tested, I discovered that yes I do still need glasses, and chose the below pair. They are so cute, with sparkly silver glitter on the corners and frames...very me! Thank you Uncle Harvey and AJ!

The second nice addition was a gorgeous new Filofax which was very kindly sent to me. I am the kind of girl who is very organised at work, but at home and events etc, I need a little help! So when I was offered the Filofax of my choice, I had a look at the website and fell in love with the beautiful birdsong style.

This pretty fabric covered Filofax is so perfect for me. It fits in nearly all of my handbags, is lightweight, has a fabulous colourful organiser inside it and the print is sweet and quirky.

Open up the gorgeous cover and you have a personal organiser, A - Z index, note paper, a diary, to do lists, a personal planner and a little pocket for your pen.

I really love this organiser and it has now found a permanent home in my bag! I have always been the kind of girl who prefers to have things written down than using my Blackberry as a personal organiser. From now on, I will be perfectly organised! Well...a girl can only try ;o)

What do you think of Filofaxes? Do you like writing everything down or are you more of a blackberry/iphone calender user? Enjoy x



this filofax was sent to m as a PR sample - my opinions are always honest

I Heart Printed Trousers

A couple of years ago, I bought a pair of silk tapered trousers with a fabulous Aztec print on them. This was during the summer when a lightweight pair of trousers are the perfect choice for work or play. However, when I wore these printed lovelies, the comments came in thick and fast..."Ooh...their unusual" "you look weird" "I wish I had the confidence to wear something like that" you get the picture!

Now I thought these trousers were fabulous, and the fact that I didn't really see anyone else (apart from a brave few) wearing something like this, made me feel...special!

Well, it seems as if everyone else has finally caught up with this fab trend, and printed trousers have suddenly flooded the high street! Designers showed them strutting down their runways for the SS12 collections, and the styles and prints that the high street have adopted make these trousers suitable for now and for going into autumn!

I've chosen a few of my favourite styles that have caught my eye, with prints ranging from tropical (thank you Stella McCartney) to floral to tribal to abstract! There's a print for every mood.

What do you think about printed trousers? Would you be brave enough to rock a pair? Enjoy x

ASOS

dorothy perkins

river island

river island

topshop

topshop

zara

What's Caught My Eye This Week...

It finally feels as if spring has sprung!

I'm keeping optimistic that it won't just be a little blip like a few weeks ago.

It's been a busy week...went out running last night which is the first time in ages! I'm normally a zumba girl, but I thought I would try and mix it up this week, considering the weather is so gorgeous :)

With warm weather on the brain and distant dreams of long sunny days & long summer nights, I've been having a mooch around the shops and have made my new spring wish list...for this week at least!

I'm really loving all of the bright colours, warm tones, feminine cuts and shapes and fab nail varnish colours. One thing I am always on the look out every summer is the perfect summer shoe. I never seem to have enough options for warm weather footwear, so I've spotted two pairs this week that I love and might have to indulge in.

Have you spotted any fabulous spring/summer must-haves? Enjoy x

Agyness Deyn Collaborates with Dr Martens

When you think of androgynous model Agnyess Deyn, what springs to mind? Punk hair? Androgynous dresser? Tomboy prettiness? When I think of this Northern lass, I always picture her in a pair of Dr Martens...and what do you know...she's created a collection with the iconic footwear brand! Whoo hoo!

Aggy has starred in the last two Dr Marten campaigns...have a looksee below:

Her cool, punk look is perfect for the brand and she looks so at home modelling for them. 'The brand is a great fit for me,' Aggy tells WWD 'It stands for strong character and being able to shape your own personal identity.'

According to her interview in WWD, we can expect more than just awesome shoes from the collection! Get ready for clothing, footwear and accessories from the collaboration, which is due to launch in the autumn. I'm thinking lots of grunge but done in a cool '90's way and obviously, very stylish and chic! How she does that I have no idea, but maybe when these range launches, we'll all be able to imitate her enviable look. Enjoy x

first campaign shot!