Tuesday, 31 December 2013

OOTW - Double Denim

There's always been a stigma about wearing double denim or denim on denim but as with any style or trend, it's all about how you wear it.  I love the grungy 90's look and my outfit of the week pairs an acid wash denim shirt with my light wash denim jacket.  I love my new bobble hat too (was actually my hubby's christmas present)!  Most of my outfit is either pieces from Primark or items given to me from my sis in law.  I love a good bargain and upcycling pieces that family or friends don't want anymore, it saves a fortune and also great for experimenting with different styles and trends.


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Outfit of the Week

Bobble Hat - Primark
 Denim Jacket - Saltrock
Denim Shirt - Primark
Shorts - Primark
Hi-Tops - British Knights



Just a little note to say, hope everyone enjoys their NYE celebrations, I'll be curled up in front of the fire watching a film (very rock n roll).  Happy New Year to all!


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Monday, 30 December 2013

British Style Bloggers - Blog of the Month Dec 13

I was so excited to learn that yesterday I won the British Style Bloggers - Blog of the Month for December 2013.  I have entered a few times since I started blogging and have been shortlisted a few times too.  I was very grateful to be shortlisted for December's award as my blog is only 6 months old and is still growing, changing and is really starting to streamline my personality and growth as a writer.

I was shortlisted with some other lovely bloggers including Porcelina's World which blogs about one of my favourite things Vintage - covering fashion, lifestyle, events and books there is something for every vintage lover to discover.  Another fabulous blogger in the shortlist was Neat Little Things a fresh, fashion blog with great reviews.  Laura who runs this blog also has a little online shop, take a look - Neat Little Shop.

It is fabulous to be recognised amongst other fashion lovers and bloggers and I am very grateful to be awarded with the British Style Bloggers Blog of the Month December 2013.

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Wednesday, 25 December 2013

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Just a little post to wish all my lovely readers an amazing Christmas and a fabulous new year.  Thank you for your continued support and for making my first 6 months of blogging fantastic.

See you in the new year! 

merry christmas

Monday, 16 December 2013

OOTW - Nordic Style Xmas Jumper

The blogging has been a bit on the quiet front just recently so I thought I'd post just a little Outfit of the Week which features my 80's retro Nordic style Christmas jumper as it was Save the Children's Christmas Jumper day last friday.






OOTW

Christmas/Winter Jumper - Vintage buy on ebay
Skinny Jeans, Ankle Boots & Scarf - Dorothy Perkins


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Tuesday, 10 December 2013

British Plus Size Fashion Weekend

The British Plus Size Fashion weekend is back with a bang in 2014, following its success this year with its first event, next year is set to be even better.  This fabulous event celebrates confident and inspiring women of all shapes and sizes and I'm so glad I'm going to be covering such an amazing event.

The event takes place in London and includes four exclusive fashion shows and a marketplace so ladies can shop their shape, all ticket holders also receive 10% off at every store holder.  If you purchase an all day ticket, you also have access to the after party especially for you to dance the night away.




The founders Remi & Rianne said 'We are VERY excited to announce that the British Plus Size Fashion Weekend is back next year on the 14th & 15th Feb. This will be our second year after the huge success we had earlier this year with the very first British plus size weekend. Encouraging women of all sizes to feel great about fashion has never been more relevant and with several high street retailers finally accepting that they need to support the plus size market including Debenhams who last week announced they were introducing size 16 manikins into their stores!'

Lets continue to ENHANCE, EDUCATE and EMPOWER the plus size community





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Follow Up Feature - Unconnected Clothing

Do you remember when I featured this upcoming brand back in July, well I'll be doing a follow up piece very shortly featuring how this brand has flourished in the past 6 months and as it was one of my most popular posts, I'm hoping you'll love this post just as much!

Check out the previous feature below and keep your eyes peeled for the special follow up post on this fabulous independent brand.

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Sunday, 1 December 2013

Merry Dressmas with Eucalyptus Clothing

I've been a very lucky lady just recently and had the pleasure of sampling some fabulous dresses just time in for Christmas party inspirations.  I came across this pretty brand whilst doing some freelance work and it is right up my street.  I am by no means a skinny girl and love dresses that flatter my curves, the new range at Eucalyptus does just that.  

The range 'Friday on my Mind' by Eucalyptus Clothing is a gorgeous blend pin up appeal and feminine, silky chiffons mix with cotton, lace and a touch of velvet accompanied by delicate but striking embroidery.  This range is perfect for upcoming parties and Christmas dinner events and each style compliments the wearer beautifully.  

The range has perfect little black dresses which come in prom and fitted shapes with beautiful lace details including back cut-outs. Red, one of the favourite colours for Christmas party wear, comes in various textures, prints and designs to suit every occasion, from the office party to a girls’ night out.
Other strong hues include purple, navy and pink with a splash of burnt orange, green and floral.

These affordable styles, ranging from £66 to £96, are just what every girl needs to dance the night away. 

My favourite dress from all the amazing samples was this gorgeous red polka dot dress, I've included some product pictures of the other dresses available as they were fabulous, unfortunately some of the other samples were a little small for me to show off properly.

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Deanna Dress

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Adele Prom Dress

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Shirley Dress

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Adele fitted Dress



The dresses are made with incredible quality and come in a variety of styles and designs.  There is definitely a style to suit everyone.  

Check out the website www.eucalyptusclothing.co.uk for the 'Friday on my Mind' range and all their other beautiful pieces on offer.  An amazing brand that brings out the inner glamour puss in you.






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Saturday, 30 November 2013

OOTW - Vintage Tea Dress

I'm always on the quest to find special beautiful items of clothing or accessories that really stand out and also I love buying them for as little as possible.  It's a great excuse for buying lots of lovely things if they are a bargain, right!!

A few weeks ago I brought a gorgeous vintage tea dress from a Ebay shop called The Hooting Owl Boutique.  They have listed some great items and so far I have purchased two bargain dresses, one of which is my dress of the week.  This ebayer is particularly great as when you buy and the postage is less than they stipulate they refund you the difference, now what ebayer normally does that!

My outfit of the week features a lovely tea dress which is quite sheer in fact I think I need a slip if I am going to wear this out.  It has gorgeous bell sleeves and floaty skirt and pretty pearl and gold tone button detailing all for £7.50!  The condition is amazing for the age of this dress and the previous owner obviously looked after it very well.

I contrasted the look with my recent Dorothy Perkins buy, some brown leather look ankle boots but this would also look great in summer with some pretty sandals.

I'm always on the hunt for upcoming brands and quirky designs and love vintage so if you have any recommendations, let me know I'd love to feature them.

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Tuesday, 26 November 2013

A little change.....

Since my last post and the #southwestbloggersmeet, I’ve been having a good think about how I’d love to define my blog and try to give my readers something a little different.  From the beginnings of my blog back when I ran Elsie Delilah Vintage my online vintage boutique, it had always been about fashion.  I love fashion and the meaning of it, how it makes you feel and what impact the industry has on the world.

My blog has blossomed nicely and I have included a range of topics including my new tattoos to beauty to independents brands but I think I’m stretching myself a little too thin.  Although I love all topics my focus and transition in the next couple of months is going to be primarily fashion but with a slight difference. 

My blog is going include supporting British fashion, new designers, industry news and topics, impact on environment and people and preloved fashion with the odd outfit of the week thrown in for good measure.  It won’t be totally mainstream as I love quirky designers and good old handmade goodies so there will be a fabulous blend of well-known and obscure topics thrown into the mix.


There are lots of blogs out there and many fashion ones but I’m hoping to generate some discussion and debate and make my audience aware of people and brands out there that don’t get a great deal of the limelight but totally deserve it.

It's all going to be happening in the next couple of months so I'm kind of making a #blogmas/NY resolution early.  I can't wait to explore the industry and hunt out fabulous new ideas and finds for my readers and I hope everyone will love the transition.

Keep checking back updates and keep your eyes peeled for the subtle but exciting changes.

Take a look at what I received today too, some fabulous freebies which I won and my sale items all from House of Wonderland's flash sale a few days ago on facebook, all will be featured very soon.

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Monday, 18 November 2013

#southwestbloggersmeet

Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of meeting lots of lovely bloggers at the #southwestbloggersmeet in Exeter.  Hosted by the fabulous Liza at Glam Beautys and Kerry Marie at Lived with Love.

It was by chance a few weeks before the event that I thought I would tweet Liza to see if there were spaces left as I'd left it very last minute and to my surprise there were some left.  I was very nervous at first about attending as I'd never met any of the girlies and I thought that I would be a bit out of place as I was mainly a fashion blogger but I needn't of worried.

It was a relaxed afternoon not far from my home town, I met with Amy from Amy Loves, Carly of Life from the Tub and Emily of Pretty Please Pretty Please at Exeter station and we had a lovely coffee and natter before the event.  I immediately felt like I'd known these girls for ages, well I suppose I had in virtual blogging world (lol)!

The event went brilliantly with brands such as Lush and Pearlys showing off their products and enticing us with gorgeous gift ideas.  Liza and Kerry Marie hosted a fabulous raffle and organised amazing goodie bags for everyone that went along.  They made such a brilliant effort and pulled off a great meet.

I was so inspired by how passionate everyone is about their blogs and what they write about and it has given me lots of ideas about the avenue in which I'd like my blog to take.  I've already made a new years resolution for my blog and I'll reveal all very soon.

I just want to thank everyone that made the day enjoyable and relaxed and can't wait to see you all again at the next meet (hopefully not too far away).

Take a look on twitter at #southwestbloggersmeet to find all the gossip and posts from everyone that went along.

Image from Kerry Marie - Lived with Love






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Friday, 15 November 2013

Stay cosy with my top 5 winter warmers

Just the other day, I said it wasn't feeling particularly wintery, quite mild in fact as I haven't worn a proper coat in ages but as the saying goes 'don't speak too soon' I woke up a few days ago to our first proper frost.  I suddenly thought do I need to get myself a new winter coat, well probably not but probably will!  I thought I'd make a little top 5 wish-list of fabulous winter warmers to give you some inspiration if you need to get your own winter coat.



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Women's Regular Luxe Wool Walker Coat £160 by Lands End



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Coat by F&F £45.00


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Checked Coat by La Redoute £99


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Coat by Very £79


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Best of British Black White & Pink Check Wool Cocoon Coat by M&S £299.00

Lots of my styles above feature the AW13 trend tartan and I love bright bold colours which makes winter days a bit brighter.  My favourite and top of the list is the coat by Lands End, a fabulous autumnal colour and perfect for wrapping up on a winter walk.  There are lots of lovely styles, lengths and colours to choose from and I hope my little list has given you some inspiration on choosing your cosy winter warmer.  


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Wednesday, 6 November 2013

St Grape Aqua Bliss Scrub Giveaway

In September I featured a big beauty review on the lovely skincare brand St Grape, take a look at


I loved the organic beauty brand and continue to use my favourite product St Grape Aqua Bliss Facial Scrub as it's great for your skin and leaves it silky smooth without drying it out.



As a little gift to my readers, myself and St Grape will be running a little giveaway as a small gift just in time for Christmas.  5 lucky readers will win my favourite product St Grape Aqua Bliss Scrub and experience the fabulous St Grape product for yourself.  All you need to do is enter via the link below and enter your details to be in for a chance to WIN.  Everyone can enter (UK and International)





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Monday, 28 October 2013

OOTD - Vintage Polka Dot Midi

Todays outfit of the day is really my vintage item of the day which I found at Instow Vintage Fair a week ago.  As I said in my previous post I love midi skirts and love polka dots so this is the perfect combination.  It's a lovely fishtail skirt which is smart enough for workwear but can be dolled up with some killer heels (i found some perfect ones in my collection) to wear on a night out.  

I love the 50's vintage pin up style and this skirt fits perfectly into this, I also couldn't resist showing my work in progress sleeve off too in my pic.  I can't wait for the next vintage fair and seeing what great bargain items I can find.





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Sunday, 27 October 2013

Instow Vintage Fair - My Vintage Finds

Instow Vintage Fair featured a few weeks ago on the run up to what was a lovely little village fair packed full of vintage and retro charm.  Myself, hubby and a friend went along to the gorgeous village of Instow, North Devon on a blustery Sunday afternoon and I was particularly excited to find some special vintage treasures.

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I love rummaging through stalls and finding those one off pieces and as soon as we entered my hubby had spotted something straight away.  A medium sized lock box (very manly) but he instantly thought of a use for it.

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My nose was trying to hunt out some vintage fashion and there was an abundance of autumnal colours and textures to choose from.  I had my eye on a few things and especially one coat which I hope will be there next month, a gorgeous French Cashmere coat (I wish I'd have bought it)!  My buy of the day was a lovely polka dot grey fishtail skirt, I love polka dots and I love midi skirts so a perfect combo, I will be featuring this in my outfit of the day very soon.

This vintage fair is growing in popularity and I can see why, whilst shopping for great vintage treasures you can enjoy coffee and homemade cake and your very small entry fee goes towards a fabulous and worthy local charity North Devon Hospice.  Instow itself is a beautiful place and this little fair is definitely worth a visit.

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Next month Instow Vintage Fair is focussing on the party season ahead and is on November 17th.   Check out their facebook for all the information and up to date news and vintage traders.

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Friday, 25 October 2013

Fright Night Fashion Inspirations

Halloween is nearly upon us and although not as celebrated in the UK as the US, we do love an excuse to throw a good party.  So when I was contacted by New Look to style my perfect Halloween inspired ensemble my first thought was, how would I go about adding a splash of glamour to All Hallows Eve.

Long gone are the days of having to wear a tacky costume made from awful and badly fitted fabrics, the high street has given us tons of choice in fabulous AW13 trends and vamping up a current must have keeps your wardrobe fresh and exciting for the parties ahead.

A great trend this AW13 is Dark Romance, this mysterious and alluring style incorporates gorgeous lace dresses, textured velvet and gothic inspired pieces.  The dark hues in this trend create a sexy and sleek take on the All Hallows theme and look magnificent paired with daringly killer heels and bold regal coloured accessories.

Take on a sophisticated witch, sexy spider or haunting zombie bride with some fabulous fright night inspirations from your favourite fashion retailers.   Check out my Glamour Puss inspired outfit purrfect for adding a touch of sparkle to any halloween party. 




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Outfit inspired by New Look



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Wednesday, 23 October 2013

My Skincare Must Have - Dermalogica

I've have set my sights on this skincare range for quite some time now, first falling in love with the products back when my sister was training to be a beauty therapist.  I loved being a guinea pig from having facials to even getting my arms waxed (a very strange experience i might add!)

Until recently it was a little out of my price range but as I draw closer to the big 3-0, looking after my skin has never been so important.  As I have said in previous posts, my skincare regime has always been a bit slap dash and least of my worries but finding a gentle and non-drying facial wash or cleanser has always rendered a mission impossible as depending on weather, humidity and everything in between, my skin can not make up its mind whether it's oily, dry or a bit of both.

After trying out some of this well-known brand, I've totally fallen in love with the Dermalogica family.  I was introduced to a new beauty website Beauty900 that is authorised stockists of the products and is run by a beauty salon based in Essex.  The lady who runs it Shumaila knows her stuff and provides this great skin care range in her salons and online for everyone to love this brand as much as I do.

Beauty900 give you heaps of choice and provides not only Dermalogica products but tips and advice on how to look after your skin and use the products effectively.

I've made a little list of my favourite products, I'd love to know if you love Dermalogica as much as I do.  It's a must have skin care item and a definite on my christmas wish list this year.


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Dermalogica Overnight Clearing Gel

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These three products are miracle workers for my skin, I know everyone if different but from having quite troublesome skin as a teenager into my early twenties, the overnight clearing gel works a treat and has reduced my breakouts ten fold.

Take a look at Beauty900 and check out the products for yourself, also check out their blog to stay up to date with offers and beauty advice from the experts.



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*This post contains samples which were kindly given to me for review. All opinions are my own.


Sunday, 20 October 2013

OOTD - 90's Inspired

Today is normally my day of lounging around in my joggers and hoodie and catching up on everything before heading back to the 9-5 on Monday but today me and the hubby went to a fabulous vintage fair (which will be featured in a post this week) to explore all the goodies they had to offer.  I ended up picking a gorgeous polka dot fishtail skirt, perfect for work and pinup inspired outfits and then eating some yummy chocolate cupcakes.

So today I thought I had to make a little more effort than normal (instead of my normal Sunday, give your face and hair a break day!)

I'm not one for buying lots of clothing but I do love a bargain and most of my wardrobe is either vintage pieces, up-cycled clothing and fortunately for me I have a wonderful sister and sister in law that give me tons of items that they have hardly worn or have never worn (I'd call myself a bit of a fashion magpie, really)

Today I chose some comfy yet 90's inspired items, great for spending the day routing through rails and stalls finding those beautiful vintage items.  I teamed my staple skinnies, a loose black animal print top, my amazing Doc Martens (i absolutely love them) and a black/red check coat (given to me by my sis in law).

Take a look at my 90's inspired OOTD, check back for my post featuring the lovely people at Instow Vintage Fair and my fabulous vintage find.

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Monday, 14 October 2013

Instow Vintage Fair - Oct 20th

I love supporting local events and this is one of my favourites.  In a sleepy little coastal village of Instow - North Devon hosts a fabulous vintage fair, this Autumn Fair is on Sunday 20th October and the first 50 people will receive a gorgeous goodie bag as well as being able to shop for lots of lovely treasures from the variety of different stalls.

The vintage fair is attracting more and more people every month and is becoming a popular hit on the Vintage scene.  If you are in the area or fancy travelling for a lovely day out, then this is a sure fire hit for any retro fashionista.

Check out the facebook page for all the info www.facebook.com/InstowVintage

I am hoping to get down to this fair on Sunday and will be able to show you my vintage finds and if the weather is good get some fab pictures to show you how lovely this area really is.

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Saturday, 12 October 2013

Amie Spring Clean Cooling Clay Mask Review

I've been trying out a sample of a rather lovely face mask for the past couple of weeks.  I don't normally use Face Masks, my beauty regime is quite simple as I don't tend to use lots of products and also never have the time to just chill for 5 minutes but this product I've definitely come to love and it's perfect for my budget.

This refreshing face mask was easy to apply and had a lovely refreshing fragrance, perfect for putting your feet up for 10 minutes while it got to work.  After removing the mask with some warm water, my skin felt so soft and after using it a couple of times a week over the past few weeks, i've noticed a reduction in how oily my skin normally is.

This facial mask is made with natural ingredients including french white clay which absorbs oil, dirt and impurities without stripping your face of its natural oils.  It also contains natural Zinc Oxide which is has antibacterial properties helping to prevent breakouts and any blemishes you have.  To soothe and soften the skin which was by far my favourite part it contains Lime Butter and organic Peppermint to give you a fabulous glowing complexion.

This face mask is such a bargain at £1.50 for 3 sachets and Amie do a whole host of products including make up, which is next on my list of things to buy.  The brand is available online at www.amieskincare.com or from Waitrose and John Lewis.

This brand produces lovely quality products that are kind to your skin and the environment and are definitely worth a buy!

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Sunday, 6 October 2013

Top 5 Easy Beauty Tips

I love it when things are easy and simple and taking care of my skin happens to be just that.  As a teenager I had troublesome skin so using harsh product or so called miracle workers didn't work for me but keeping it natural and giving my skin the basic nutrients it needed to heal worked wonders.

I try to stick by some golden rules for keeping my skin looking in tip top condition without using lots of products but feeding my skin all the right things and trying to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Here are my Top 5 Tips for easy skin-care without using lots of products:

Tip 1 - Feed your skin the right things 

Our body needs a balance of the right nutrients and fuels to lead a healthy lifestyle and our skin is no different.  Eating a wide and varied balance of vitamins, quality proteins and essential fatty acids to keep it looking its best.  I try my best to eat a variety of fruit and vegetables and Kale is a great food which contains a host of vitamins including A, B, C, E and K which is fab as I've been growing this in my veggie patch.

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Tip 2 - Sweet Dreams

Getting a good nights sleep is another easy one to stick to because our bodies relax and regenerate throughout the night.  Also another easy one is wash your bed linen regularly (I know most of you already do this) but our pillows especially can be a breeding ground for bacteria and dead skin.

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Tip 3 - Mobile Phones

We've all got one but did you know that our mobiles can actually cause skin breakouts.  Depending on how much you use yours and I know I do a lot, bacteria collects from resting it against our face.  Just giving it a quick wipe with an antibacterial type wipe can help prevent future breakouts.

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Tip 4 - Stimulate your skin

A must for my skin-care regime is moisturiser and I've recently been introduced to how to apply it correctly for maximum effect.  When you skin is slightly damp, put a small amount in your hand and press together to get a warming effect.  When applying to your face, use upward motions going from lower cheeks up to your forehead, this will help stimulate your skin and create a lifted feeling.  My favourite moisturiser at the minute is Ultra Nourishing Cream by Melvita.

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Tip 5 - Be Patient

If you are like me, then sometimes I like to feel instant results or instant pick me ups but as the saying goes 'all good come to those who wait' is true when it comes to skin care.  Not only does feeding and nurturing your skin take time and care but it is also true when you buy products that help give improvements to your skin.  Personal experience has seen that you need to give products a good 3-4 weeks before you start to see a noticeable difference so don't get disheartened if you don't have immediate effects.

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The key is to feed your skin all the right things to keep it healthy, products can help enhance and perfect but good basic care from within sets the wheels in motion for skin perfection.


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Thursday, 3 October 2013

Vintage Buy - SOTD

I absolutely love ASOS Marketplace to find lovely unique pieces and as I'm a big fan of vintage and retro clothing and accessories, it's perfect for finding great items at a bargain price.

My recent buy is from Captains Locker, unfortunately the online boutique has decided to go offline for a while but I'm sure they will be back very soon with tons of fabulous items.  I'm so glad I got my purchases in before they shut as they had some fab items.

My recent purchase had to be these cute vintage red Elmdale Mary Jane shoes, they are super cute and I can't wait to where them.  They are perfect for work too.

Forget about Outfit of the Day, these are my Shoes of the Day!

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Tuesday, 1 October 2013

Fashion, My First Love

I've always loved fashion, style and everything in between but when I was growing up careers in anything so called fluffy subjects were not really readily available and if you were academically capable then doing subjects other than the norm where not recommended as a good choice.  It's laughable that Media Studies was a fluffy choice!  Oh if I knew then what I know now!!

I have never been a girl thats gone with the flow, stuck to the rules and followed what everyone else is doing, by the time I got to college I knew I'd made the wrong choices although don't get me wrong I was capable but I didn't love what I was doing.  At the time I did just go with it, as I wanted to get to University which in turn did happen.   University was amazing and I met awesome people including my bestie and my gorgeous hubby.

I had a crazy few years, finally landing a job that had nothing to do with my previous qualifications which gave me the confidence to really put my heart into something I loved doing, again was an off the cuff application that I never though'd I'd get a look in as I had no experience.

My brother is now going through exactly the same process, starting college, choosing what he thinks he wants to do with his life!  I say do exactly what you love!!! I'm lucky enough to now be on the other side with some good and bad choices behind me and many more to come I'm sure but my advice is clear and simple, you will be working for a great deal of the rest of your life (unless you're lucky enough to win the lottery) but for those of you choosing or hesitant to take a chance, just do it!

I took a chance and although I'm not doing what I love full time yet, I am now much happier that I have my foot a least a little step further into the door.  I love styling different outfits, writing about what I love and working with lots of interesting people.  Blogging has given me so much in the little time I've been doing it and has helped me build my portfolio and contacts and am happy to be part of a larger network of fellow bloggers.

There are plenty of opportunities out there but you have to have the confidence to grab them.  Even if you don't think you have enough experience for something apply anyway and let your personality shine through, you never know you might land your dream job!

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