nightskylights skirt

I love this skirt it reminds me of a city at night with bright lights everywhere.. Gives me a feeling that if I wear it...I'm going to have a fun and frivolous night! And well, my work girls night was certainly eventful, lets just say my Bambi on ice came out to play after schnapps and vodka lemon shots and just a FEW too many bottle of wine and prosecco! Any more than that I cannot tell you... not because I don't remember, noooo...just because what else happened..is a secret...
It's safe to say I was escorted home (sort of) and the following day at work was a tough one, but filled with giggles of 'some memorable' moments!

I wore it with a grey t-shirt (which I actually wore inside out and back-to-front to suit the look I wanted, versatile hey?!), black tights and my leather jacket. And of course a statement necklace to bring out those bright colours in the skirt. 

Skirt, Necklace & Jacket - H&M

Shoes - New Look

T-shirt - Topshop

Daisy xx

Take one... Leather Skirt

One of my favourite buys recently has been my leather skirt (H&M £19.99) not only because it is a staple as leather is everywhere this season but also because leather has turned into a little obsession of mine. Not only this, but the skirt also just seems to work with everything - making it very versatile. It won't sit in your wardrobe unworn and you're money becomes well spent. The other thing I love about leather is that it can make an outfit more interesting and chic as it adds in another fabulous texture that steers way from the usual jersey, denim and wool for winter! 

So here are two ways I like to wear my leather skirt for the day and for the evening..

 

To take your leather skirt for a drink down the pub, maybe a day Christmas shopping, or even a causal day at the office by wearing a striped top like this one from New Look. A stripey top is a wardrobe must have, making nearly anything look chic (which probably why the French wear them so much!) Wear black tights or even some dark red/oxblood coloured ones for more colour. Then finish off with an studded ankle boot, a statement necklace and a bag to throw over your shoulder. The studs and spikes on the ankle boots and necklace make it a more modern and on trend look. Easy. 

Now it's time to fan that skirt up a little bit - a nice bralet would look great and will emphasise that small waist. I love this white crochet one from Topshop as it takes the edge off the tough biker leather skirt. Or maybe try something plainer, a coloured body and add in a big statement belt such as this vintage rose one. Finish off with a clutch and some heels for the evening. PERFECT.

Daisy xx

Baroque for the festive season

The Christmas feeling is starting to kick in and this only means one thing –parties! As the nights get darker the AW trends are literally glistening before our eyes, as this festive season turns towards the gothic baroque trend. For those festive fashionistas, this is the trend that will be heavily featuring in your AW12 party wardrobe, and with so many events on the horizon then we’ve got to ensure we’ve got enough to wear to look fabulous as always.

 

Think lace, think sequins, think vintage renaissance patterns, think metallics.. add in some pearls, jewels, beading, and embroidery and a touch of velvet or silk for a real sultry decadence feeling.. Imagine Queen Elizabeth I’s wardrobe…just a bit more modern and you can see the idea – but how to pull this off through the high street?  

 

I LOVE this goregous ASOS Embellished Jacket £120.00 and the pattern on the shoulders is perfect for the baroque trend. If you’re going to go for something like this then I would look for something vintage as there loads of things like this around, and then they’ll be one off pieces, however if you’ve not got the time to go trawling through the shops then here you go! Perfect to glam up some simple trousers or top, or with a lace dress for a gothic embellished party look like this one from Zara £69.99.

 

Can't face the look head to toe then try something a little more toned down - The earrings at the beginning would be a fabulous little addition to an evening outfit (River Island), or perhaps try the belt from Zara for only £19.99 with this velvet pruple and crochet dress which adds a decadant winter feel by Coco's Fortune at Topshop £45. Alternatively take this spectacular bag from ASOS with you, (who would have thought it I know!)  for only £45.00. I bet it will last you a lifetime (or at least a few seasons) and it will certainly add an edge to your outfit. However if you want to add some real excitment to a simple outfit, definitley try this headband from River Island £28.00, swarming with jewels, metallics and amazing detail - over the top? No! 

 

 

 

 

 

 Mix and match some of these fabulous items for an evening of baroque glamour - I love the fringe top from Topshop £36.00, it can add some excitement from the usual boring black top and its perfect to dress up or down. My other favorite is the black sequined skirt from Zara £79.99 - the pattern is amazing and has a huge baroque-esq theme.
Leggings, Topshop £28.00
Lace Peplum Corset, Topshop £36.00
Cream Embellished Shorts, River Island £45.00
Cream lace top, H&M £19.99
 

 

Now go and spend spend spend as those christmas parties are approaching fast... And there's always time to finish off the christmas shopping on the 24th December!

 

Daisy xx

Paisley Dress

It could seem that I've adopted a little obsession for black and white paisley prints after my trousers and now this... But oh well, who doesn't love a little print in a great colour combination? I fell in love with this dress the minute I saw it, I love the shift style of the dress and of course the print.. A little treat to myself for finishing uni which I thought was a very valid reason to purchase, no? 

Dress - topshop

Floral Playsuit

Now I've had this for a while now, but just haven't let it appear on the blog yet.. It's nothing too fancy or extravagant, but I love the floral print and the pale minty green colour and to be honest I've worn it a lot...for festivals with boots and a parka, nights out with heels, belt and a bag, sunny days with sunglasses or chilly days with a jumper over the top! 

Play suit - Miss Selfridge

Shoes - Topshop

Bag - charity shop

Daisy xx

Belt - primary 

Tie Dye Maxi

Bought this amazing maxi dress just before I went away, I love the tie dye esq print on it and the way it clings to ones figure.. (although one just needs to ensure not too much is eaten before its worn, it's definitely a skinny day dress!) I wore it to go shopping with a friend with sandals and a grey jumper over the top, however for evening I wore it with my big chunky platforms and a necklace!

Dress - Topshop

Necklace - H&M

Jacket - Topshop

Shoes - Topshop

Daisy xx

Pink floral skirt

When I saw this skirt I had to have it, I'm not sure many would like it...but personally I love it. The girly pink, white, lilac and green colours, the floral pattern, the floaty chiffon fabric, the asymmetrical style which when the wind blows make you feel a little Marylin Monroe film star style... Or maybe that's just me?! I wore it with a boring black top and sandals for a day chilling in the park, however for a night out I wore it with brown accessories and a white cropped top.. 

If I had a little more money I'd love to purchase some lilac heels (I strongly resisted a pair from river island, with a little regret) which would have gone perfectly with the skirt!

Daisy xx

End of Summer Fashion Show

On Thursday evening I travelled to Leeds for the End of Summer Fashion Show where I was able to see some emerging designers showcase their collections. After a glass of wine and a little mingling I firstly sat down and watched the amazing electronic violinist perform, which was mesmerizing to say the least! However it was the fashion and the clothes that I was eager to watch and eventually the show started. As the first collection was partly inspired by playboy bunnies, I realised that not everything was going to be to my particular taste or expectations.. However to see the vast array of imagination and creativity was really very exciting. There were however some collections and garments that really stuck out in my mind as I left with my goody bag later that evening.. 

The first designer I want to mention was Katrina Maughan, who has pieces in her collection to die for.. The grey and white asymmetrical skirt (or dress) was stunning. The other piece was the final dress that had a high neck leather top then with long flowing cream silk skirt.. I absolutely fell in love, very simple textures and colours, but very effective, it really stuck out in my mind as I left!!

My other favourite designer was Scarlett Stewart. The whole collection was a whirlwind of bright psychedelic colours and beautiful prints - it was fantastic to watch the models coming out. It was also equally fantastic (or maybe comical is the word) to watch the models trying to walk in those huge shoes!! I especially remember a purple and green floral maxi dress, but to be honest I could have picked out anything as it was all gorgeous. Japanese kimono's, little flashes of fur, huge carved platform shoes but for me it was the vast array of colours and the stunning patterns that made this designer definitely one to watch in the future! 

My final two designers that I want to mention had some really lovely pieces that I would definitely want to purchase. Victoria Rosso's dark red paisley skirt and the green and white shorts that came on first were my favourites. I thought the designs were quite simple but the vintage fabrics were gorgeous; great patterns and great colours and a great feel to the collection. All together it was very wearable and very exciting to watch, perhaps not for my bank card looming in my bag though!

 The final designer was Laced with Love; lots of corsets and bodices in pastel colours and silks, although I wouldn't personally wear all of it, I especially loved some of the silk pyjama trousers and the vintage style cream silk underwear set near the end. The silks and vintage style brocade fabrics gave it a bit of a romantic feel, which is very up my street!!

The evening was really exciting and I'd definitely like to go next year, well done to all the fantastic designers as well as the organisers who made it a success! And if anyone can let me know where to purchase some of the dresses... could they drop me line please??

Finally I’d like to apologise for the quite bad photos – cleverly I forgot my camera and had to use my phone, but hopefully you can still see some of the amazing clothes from the show!

Daisy xx

Paisley & Prints

I was supposed to be on a mission to get some suitable attire for my recent trip to Uganda.. But, it didn't go quite to plan, as I spotted these monochrome paisley cropped trousers which I fell in love with. I wore them with this silk print top and wedges..

Trousers - primark £13

Top - topshop boutique

Wedges - topshop ( from about 5 years ago!)

Daisy xx