Halo Printed Bodycon Dress by TFNC

| Topshop TFNC dress | Miss selfridge heels | Accessorize bag |

I am off to Birmingham with the boy to watch Wicked in celebration of my degree (I got a 2:1 and so chuffed with it!) Obviously the first thing I needed to sort was what I was going to wear. I bought this amazing dress from the TFNC range in Topshop. Its a style I would never normally go for. Pencil skirts are something I don't normally wear as I'm short plus am a size bigger on my bottom half. However, I was surprised this flattered my figure as much as it did. I think its because the top half is low cut and the attention is drawn to there rather than my larger backside! (I'm wearing a wonder bra underneath incase you're wondering, can i just say, its amazing! Id 100% recomend you buying one).  

I think I might attempt to make this more casual by wearing a denim jacket and sandals so I get more wear out of it. Im hoping the weather might pick up so I can wear it for Birmingham, i'll probably post an Instagram picture when I go. 

Have you found that perfect summer dress yet?

Minty Fresh

Dress Topshop | Bag Accessorize | Shoes La Redoute 

So I haven't blogged in forever and have felt completely out of it. I have finished uni and started a proper job and gone on holiday, so I have been so tired and busy I haven't had any time to sit down and blog. However I am hoping to get back into the swing of things and make use of this gorgeous weather we've been having. 

I just came back of holiday then went to a wedding a few days after so I needed to have my outfit ready and prepared. As it was a summer wedding I decided a dress would be prefect. I was unsure initially if i wanted a jumpsuit or co-ord but this dress decided it for me. This beauty is from topshop (its in the sale now too!)  I found it in their prom section but think its prefect for weddings too. The style is prefect for my shape and the length is suitable for my height. I absolutely love the back detailing on it - It looked even better with a tan! I was initially unsure about wearing mint but with a bit more colour than my normal pale self but it looked lovely. I struggled massively on the bag and shoes to match this dress but decided on this beautiful mint clutch from accessorize and black heels from La Redoute. I think the whole outfit works so well together and I loved wearing it. Im hoping I will find another occasion to wear this dress but doubt it'll happen for a while. In the meantime, I will be happy knowing its sitting in my wardrobe looking pretty. 

What colour are you loving at the moment?

Asos Leather Dress

| Dress Asos | Shoes Newlook | Necklace Topshop |

I took these images last week and i am dying for the weather to be like this again. Im hoping this weekend the sun will come out so I can go out and enjoy time off work. This week has been super crazy for me, I finished my three years of uni, moved back home and started my new job. 

I absolutely love this dress so much. I have always been scared by the leather trend but my friend Emma bought this and after I saw the leather material and how it looked on, I knew I had to buy it for myself. I really love the asymmetric style of the dress at the front and the flattering little cut outs at the back. I love how it looks teamed with the pop of colour of the necklace and shoes. I seemed to be able to wear this necklace with everything and it matches and completes the look. I think this outfit is perfect for my holiday possibly with sandals or lower heel.

What have you been up to this week?

Topshop and Newlook wishlists

OUTFIT 1 | Playsuit | Jacket | Necklace | Heels | OUTFIT 2 | Necklace | Heels | Nail Polish | Jacket | Dress |

I have been loving so many of the new season collections at the moment, particularly from Newlook and Topshop. These have been my favourite stores and there has been so much I want to buy and save up for. This year I have a few events and parties coming up so I am going to be needing some new outfits to wear. 

This first outfit is a bit monochrome which isn't something I normally go for, however teamed up with this chic blue blazer and heels, makes it look more colourful. I have just bought this playsuits and really want some items to wear with it. The necklace I teamed with it is perfect for summer and I love matching orange and blue together. 

The second outfit is so pretty. I absolutely adore this pink satin dress, I think it would be perfect for spring and summer maybe for a wedding or party. I teamed it up with a black blazer to make it more suitable for evenings and the weather now. A staple pair of nude heels is something ever girl needs in her wardrobe, and these are no exception. Perfect for the warmer weather and to make your legs longer! The necklace is so pretty and I'm so impressed recently with Newlook's collection of affordable statement necklaces.

Which stores have you been loving recently?

My 21st Birthday

Last week I turned 21. I feel so old now but it was so lovely to celebrate my birthday with my family and friend. As I am back at uni, my parents came down to see me so we went for a lovely meal and I ate the best food ever - the chocolate brownie was to die for! After being sufficiently filled up on good food, I went to Clinique to get my face properly done for my night out with my friends. They did such a lovely job and made me feel so special. For my night out I wore my amazing Estrella Bella Boutique that was made for me (you can read my detailed blog post about it here). I loved wearing it and got so many compliments on it. I got spoiled rotten for my birthday and received some lovely presents. A few being my holiday, which I'm so grateful about, some money, to go towards my new gold iPhone 5s, my gorgeous dress and a few vouchers where I picked up an amazing topshop jumpsuit that I cant wait to wear. 

For me now, Its back to doing my uni work, finishing off my dissertation and starting my last project for uni, Its crazy thinking that in 15 weeks I am done with university forever!

Thank you to everyone for making my 21st so special

Estrella Bella Boutique #5

| Estrella Bella Boutique dress £135 | Photographer Emma Connolly |

This is the final of the dresses I'm reviewing for Estrella Boutique (you can read the first post here)

This skater dress with embellished padded shoulders and low back is my absolute favourite of the 5 dresses I've reviewed. 

I love the simplicity of the fit and style and love the quirky jewelled low v neck on the front and back. The shoulder pads are amazing and I actually really loved it when I put it on. I think its just enough glitter on this dress to make me feel like a princess. I love it so much I have actually ordered it for my 21st Birthday! I'm so excited to wear it and cant wait feeling so pretty on my special day. 

As I said before, this is the last post for Estrella Bella Boutique for a while anyway. I did these posts for my Uni Work Experience and I enjoyed working for Jo so much. It was such an invaluable experience and I cant wait to work for her again in the future. 

Beautiful dresses made by a beautiful lady! 

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Estrella Bella Boutique #4

 

 

| Estrella Bella Boutique dress £125 | Photographer Emma Connolly |

This is the fourth of the dresses I'm reviewing for Estrella Boutique (you can read the first post here)

This turquoise jewelled backless dress is called the Elena dress.

I really love this dress as it is so different from the other 5 dresses I've reviewed. I actually love the tight fitting of it combined with the low back. I adore the jewels on it, especially on the back. The colours combined make this dress so fun and unique. The top part is boned so its fully structred which makes this dress feel so expensive and amazing. I would love to wear this to a night out or party.

I would love to see what this dress looks like black with all the coloured jewels on it. 

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Estrella Bella Boutique #3

| Estrella Bella Boutique dress £135 | Photographer Emma Connolly |

This is the third of the dresses I'm reviewing for Estrella Boutique (you can read the first post here)

This coral red skater dress with a satin embellished top half and lace puffy skirt is called the Cora dress. 

Firstly, the colour of this dress is stunning! its so bright and such a lovely colour. I think its a really lovely statement dress and super flattering. I love the style and fit of it. I think this skirt is my favourite out of all 5 dresses I'm reviewing for Estrella Bella Boutique. I love the lace pattern on it as it is different from any other dress/skirt I own. I adore the jewelled embellishment on the top of the dress, its so on trend for the whole statement necklace look. The back is so classy and the ribbon tied at the back is so cute! The dress would look so nice for a summer prom or wedding!

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Estrella Bella Boutique #2

| Estrella Bella Boutique dress £140 | Photographer Emma Connolly |

This is the second of the dresses I'm reviewing for Estrella Boutique (you can read the first post here)

This stunning jewelled open back skater dress is called Elsie.

I really love this dress, its completely different from the first dress I reviewed, I think this one is much more girly. Its so pretty and the back kinda makes me feel like a fairy! The beaded detail on the front is so on trend for Autumn/Winter 13 and its so amazingly done. I think the fit and style is absolutely gorgeous and skirt is so pretty. I really love skater skirts and this one is no exception! The colour is a beautiful royal blue colour which is flattering for so many skin types. However, As Jo (the owner of Estrella Bella Boutique) makes the dresses,  it can be made in any colour you wanted - I would love to see what this dress looks like in a baby pink! 

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