Sunday, 28 September 2014

Get The Look: Serena Van Der Woodsen

Ever since I started watching Gossip Girl I was so inspired by the girls fashion, hair and beauty that appeared in the show. Blair, Serena, Jenny and Vanessa have all inspired me in some way through their sense of style. Blair had the most smart and preppy look, Vanessa has her boho/hippy style and Jenny with her Gothic and grunge look. However, Serena, the most popular and glamorous girl in the whole show is my favourite by far and therefore I felt that I had to dedicate a blog post to her.

As I have nearly completed all six seasons of Gossip Girl and sadly it is coming to an end, I decided I would show you three different looks that Serena has featured wearing in the show, and thought I would find similar items you could get from the high-street, for so much cheaper than Serena's actual outfit.

1) Work/Smart Outfit 
1) Skirt - Vero Moda Light Pink Pleated Skater Skirt - WAS - £32 - NOW - £16 - New Look
2) Top - Cream Lace Fringed Hem Cross Back - WAS - £14.99 - NOW - £7 - New Look
3) Shoes - Deep Red Platform Court Shoes - £19.99 - New Look (Also in Black and Pale Blue
4) Bag - Stingray Effect Mini Zip Holdall - £36 - Topshop 
5) Necklace - Gold Tone Teardrop Pearl Necklace - £25 - River Island 

In the first look I picked of Serena she is wearing a knee-length pastel pink skirt which would be perfect for the transitional seasons from summer to autumn. Also, as we have been having some warm weather in England at the moment, this would be the perfect item to wear. She teamed the skirt with a lace strappy top which looked so lovely together as a combo. Although the weather isn't warm enough to wear a strappy top, you could swap this for a blouse or baggy t-shirt, which would still look very clean and sophisticated, plus perfect for work or a lunch date. Serena dressed the look up with some high heel burgundy shoes which are my favourite part of the outfit. This colour screams out autumn to me and would look perfect with anything this season. You could swap the high heels for flats or some boots for a more day-to-day look. Serena finishes the look off with a statement necklace. I could not find a similar one to Serena's so I opted for a pearl and gold necklace instead, which I personally think looks slightly better than Serena's. Her bag was a grey block colour with a handle and strap, but I chose a cream coloured bag instead, to keep in with the pastel colours in the outfit. For extra warmth, you could copy Serena's style and choose a furry gilet or add a grey oversized coat. 
Get The Look: Serena Van Der Woodsen
2) Casual/Lunch Date Outfit 
1) Top - Teal Longline T-Shirt - £14.99 - New Look (Also in Black, Winter White, Plum, Spicy Orange and Aubergine
2) Skirt - Grey Leather-Look Mini Skirt - £25 - River Island (Also in Silver and Dark Red
3) Boots - Grey Double Buckle Biker Boots - £24.99 - New Look (Also in Black
4) Bag - Dark Red Zip Side Slouch Bag - £35 - River Island (Also in Light Pink
5) Necklace - Large Beaded Flower Collar - £25 - Topshop 

Serena's second look was more casual than the previous but she still manages to look smart at the same time. I couldn't find a top that looked similar to Serena's so I chose this teal smart t-shirt from New Look instead. Serena paired her shirt with a leather mini-skirt, which seems a little daring but would look perfect with the colour of the shirt. If you are not comfortable in leather, then why not pair it with a skater skirt or some trousers for a different casual look. Serena added some grey boots to make her outfit look more relaxed and I found some gorgeous biker boots from New Look which would look great this season. A burgundy handbag adds a pop of autumn colour. I wasn't too keen on Serena's necklace but I found this flowery statement necklace from Topshop, which I thought would look perfect with the colour of the shirt. 
Get The Look: Serena Van Der Woodsen

3) Autumn/Winter Outfit 
1) Jacket - Slouchy Longline Blazer - £58 - Topshop 
2) Jumper - Enamel Necklace Jumper - £46 - Topshop 
3) Skirt - Staring At Stars Border Crinkle Skirt - £38 - Urban Outfitters 
4) Pumps - Sandylion Slipper Shoes - £24 - Topshop 
5) Bag - Suede Alba Hobo Bag - £60 - Topshop 

The last outfit I chose of Serena's was another work outfit, however, this time it is much more autumn/winter friendly, rather than the first one. The colour palette in Serena's look is grey which can appear quite boring and bland, however Serena adds some dimension to her look through the pattern on the skirt. Serena kept the top half of her look quite basic with a simple grey jumper, however I could see some detailing at the top. I found this Topshop jumper with a necklace detailing which looked almost identical to Serena's. The skirt had to be the main focal point in the look, so I changed it up a bit and chose this black patterned skirt which I instantly fell in love with. The grey oversized blazer made the look appear more relaxed. As you can't see the shoes Serena is wearing I decided to pick the shoes I think would go best with this outfit. I decided on some burgundy pumps with a gold detailing to add some class and colour to the look. I finished off the look with a brown suede bag, perfect for this season.
Get The Look: Serena Van Der Woodsen
Hope you got some inspiration from this post. Let me know if you enjoyed it and what other people you would like me to try and Get The Look for?

Thursday, 18 September 2014

A/W14 Trousers

With the seasons changing, it's time to ditch the shorts, and invest in some trousers/leggings. I love wearing trousers, and as I'm in my final year of sixth form, I have noticed I love buying patterned trousers, either with a checked or striped print. I find these types of trousers with the cuffed end so flattering and perfect to wear with a blouse and blazer.

Below are some of my favourite trousers I found when searching the high-street stores, and in fact one pair of trousers I actually own, so I can give you a accurate review of them.

A/W14 Trousers

1) Pinstripe Peg Leg Trousers - Topshop - £42

These trousers are so versatile for A/W, especially as the monocrome trend has been so big this year, and it is not going away just yet. Although the price is quite expensive for a pair of trousers, I think that you would get so much wear out of these trousers, especially for work, sixth form, college or uni. These trousers would look perfect paired with a white or black blouse, blazer and some brogues for a smart look or a crop top or plain white or black t-shirt for a more relaxed, casual look. Plus, you can't go wrong with a monocrome look as it will never die out and will always look bang on trend.

2) Khaki Floral Trousers - River Island - £32

A more bold print for the more daring of you. Again, these trousers would be perfect to wear for a smart occasion. As the bottoms are quite colourful and patterned, you need to keep the top half plain and simple as the trousers are the main focus. Pair with a white crop top and brogues for a relaxed daytime look.

3) Purple Check Slim Leg Trousers - New Look - £19.99

New Look recently have been producing some great clothes, especially for A/W. When I was browsing through their website for this blog post, I could not believe the amount of trousers I fell in love with. It was so hard to choose, but I opted for these dark purple and navy checked trousers. These colours scream out A/W and again would be perfect with a blouse and brogues for work or school. Also, they are 'slim leg' which means they are quite clingy, which I love in trousers, and find it hard to discover a pair which fit me perfectly.

4) Purple Zig Zag Print Slim Leg Trousers - New Look - £19.99 

I own these trousers in this print which I purchased quite a while ago now. If you are unsure about this colour they do have them in a Blue Pattern. But, I personally preferred this colour to the blue, I have worn these trousers so much as they are so comfortable. They look just like leggings, but in fact they are trousers! They have the same material and are very clingy and tight, like leggings but have the zipper and button, like trousers. I have paired my trousers with a cream smock dress and denim coat with pumps which makes me look like I have put in a lot of effort into what I am wearing, when in fact it only took me 2 minutes!

5) Scuba Dogtooth Tube Trousers - Miss Selfridge - £25

I have thrown a pair of leggings into the mix as well, which are again in monocrome. These leggings would be perfect for a relaxed day at home, where they are comfortable but still stylish. Plus, you can easily glam these leggings up if your decide to go out. Add some black heels and a peplum top for a night out, or some Converse, baggy top or jumper for a casual look.

Hope you enjoyed this blog post. What pair of trousers are your favourite?

Wednesday, 10 September 2014

A/W14 Jumpers

As the summer is nearly over and we say goodbye to shorts, strappy tops and sandals and replace them with jumpers, coats and trousers, I decided to create some posts on this years' A/W essentials. As we all start to pack away our summer clothes and start to dig up the old cosy jumpers, I thought I would show you some of this season's trends and just in case, you wanted to go on a little shopping trip in order to buy some jumpers, this post gives you a little heads up on what is out there on the high street.

Autumn is one of my favourite seasons. I love wearing over sized jumpers, boots, big coats and snuggling up under blankets with a cup of tea. Therefore, I cannot wait for the season to change so I can start to enjoy autumn.

One of my favourite pieces of clothing is wearing jumpers. I think that a jumper can transform an outfit from being quite simple to more sophisticated and smart. It can also add a splash of colour and keep you warm at the same time!

A/W14 Jumpers

1) Light Blue Boucle Slouchy Jumper - £25 - River Island 

Pastel colours are really in this A/W and this duck-egg blue colour is perfect. I think this is the perfect transitional jumper to take you from summer to autumn due to the light colour and mid-length arms. This would look perfect either by itself or with a blouse underneath paired with jeans for a casual look or a pencil/skater skirt for a more smart look. The over sized slouchy jumper makes it more comfortable and less clingy, enabling you to move around in it more without feeling restricted.

2) Pink Knit Brushed Texture Jumper - £19.99 - New Look 

Another pastel toned jumper for you guys, but this time in a blushed pink colour. If you aren't keen on this colour, then check out the one in Mint Green. This jumper looks super cosy for the A/W and would be very versatile to make casual or smart. I loved the look of the material of this particular jumper as it has quite big holes to add more texture and made it look super comfortable and slouchy. Perfect for a cold winter night!

3) Navy Pembridge and Rose Flecked Cable Knit Crop Jumper - £19.99 - New Look

This jumper reminds me of an old grandpa knitted jumper, which I love. This jumper is different than the previous two as it is cropped with mid-length arms, however, this would be another perfect transitional piece for A/W. Although the material does appear quite thick, this would be great for cold mornings, just to quickly put on and keep you warm until the day brightens up in the afternoon. The mid-length arms allows you to have a bit of air to prevent you from getting too hot. Also, the fact that the jumper is cropped also prevents you from getting hot making you more comfortable throughout the day. If you are not sure about the colour of this jumper, then check it out in Cream and Wedgewood Blue

4) Vero Moda Red Contrast Knitted Jumper - £19.99 - New Look 

As you have probably noticed this is another New Look jumper. I think that New Look is my favourite high-street shop at the moment, they have so great stuff in store and online. I can go into any New Look store and always find something, no matter what (whether that is a good thing or not I don't know). But, it was so hard to pick jumpers for this post as I just saw so many that I loved and wanted to feature but we would be here all day if I did that. However, go and check out the web site now and see for yourself, you are guaranteed to find something you love. Anyway, this jumper is another slouchy and over sized jumper, but I think this is probably my favourite one out of all 5 jumpers featured. I really love the bright red and dark brown contrast on this jumper that simply represents autumn to me. I could see myself wearing this jumper with some leggings and boots and being super comfortable and cosy at the same time. If you don't like these colours, then check it out in Black Pattern

5) Necklace Jumper - £46 - Topshop

I felt that I had to put a high-end jumper on the list as well, just to even things up. This jumper from Topshop is quite a plain grey material but it has a cute statement necklace piece. This enables you not to have to pair any jewellery with the outfit as the neckline adds plenty of sparkle and drama to the jumper. This would be ideal for a smart look paired with a skirt or trousers.

Hope you enjoyed this post and gave you some ideas for jumpers this A/W. 

Thursday, 4 September 2014

This Summer's Bikini Guide: Part 3

Although the summer has nearly finished for another year, I still needed to upload the final part of my Summer Bikini Guide. Most of us are heading back to school/college/uni or work soon, or you might already be back. In that case, this blog post might be a bit out-of-date for now, but I'm sure it will come in handy next year if you are heading abroad and need a few ideas swimwear wise!

For those of you that are heading on holiday soon or going away for a hot weekend, then this is my final part of my Swimwear Guide.

The final part is focussing on more covered up bikini/swimwear. Some females aren't confident enough to have all their wears and tears showing, so I have chosen and picked out the perfect cover-up swimsuits, so you still look beautiful, fashionable, but, most importantly, feel confident in your swimwear.
This Summer's Bikini Guide: Part 3

1) Purple Aztec Crochet Cut Out Swimsuit - £19.99 - New Look

I really loved this swimsuit when I first saw it and I couldn't help sharing it with you guys. I love the fall autumny colours: the browns, greens, beige and purples. I think this swimsuit would be perfect if you are going away during the autumn. It has two cut-out panels on the sides and an exposed back, so if you are confident showing off your body then this would be perfect for you!

2) Kelly Brook Navy and White Polka Dot Frill Swimsuit - WAS £24.99 - NOW £14.00 - New Look

This blue and white polka dot swimsuit reminds me of 40s swimwear, with the frilly skirt and the bows. This swimsuit is perfect for those of you who want to be covered up a bit more but still look feminine and girly.

3) Minkpink Daisy Print Swimsuit - £68.00 - Urban Outfitters

Another swimsuit I really loved is this navy blue one with daisies on it. This is more on the higher end of swimsuits and is expensive but if you go on holiday a lot or travelling this year, then you probably would get a lot of wear out of it. Plus, normally if it is quite expensive it usually is very good quality as well, which is what you want from a swimsuit. This swimsuit gives a lot more support than the previous ones as it is a very simple shape and style but with the daisies added on it, it just makes it look so much more exciting rather than simple.

4) Black Floral Mesh Insert Swimsuit - £30.00 - River Island

A more subtle swimsuit is this black floral strapless swimsuit. This is perfect for those of you that want something more sophisticated yet classy and also not too loud. It is quite fitted and also features a mesh detailing around the waist. It also comes with detachable straps, so you can add these when you are in the pool and then remove them to prevent any tan lines from occurring.

5) Kelly Brook Red Polka Dot Open Back Swimsuit - WAS £24.99 - NOW £14.00 - New Look

Another 40s swimsuit, however this time it is in this bright red colour. This swimsuit is similar to the blue one above, however does not feature the frilly bit or the bow.

6) Bright Pink Poly Skin Studded Slipper Shoe - £45.00 - River Island

The first accessory I chose for these swimsuits are these bright pink slipper shoes. I loved the bright colour of these shoes making them stand out from the rest of the outfit. I really liked the little silver studs added on them as well, which makes them less girly. Also, I think you could wear these not only in the summer but also in the autumn/winter months as well. Pair them with some black skinny jeans and a striped jumper for a really cool and on-trend look. If you don't like the bright pink pair then they are also in Brown Animal and Silver Glittery.

7) Palolem Beach Shorts in Turquoise Print - WAS £30.00 - NOW £15.00 - Urban Outfitters 

I love these shorts when I first saw them. Firstly I really liked the colours as turquoise is my favourite colour so that was so good. I think they would be perfect to throw on after you get out of the pool, or just to quickly put on if you are heading somewhere on your holiday, either going to the beach, shopping or sightseeing. They don't look clingy and so would be really comfortable to wear, especially when it is really hot outside.

Hope you enjoyed my guide on this summer's bikinis and I hope it has helped some of you out this summer as well. 
 

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