Awkward

Jumper - ASOS | Awkward Length Jeans - ASOS | Mules - JustFab | Sunglasses - ASOS

This is an example of one of those outfits I really want to wear but feel like a bag of spuds but then I thought screw it and decided to wear it anyway. I always think baggy outfits with no fit to them work really well with heeled shoes that are a bit sleekline so I threw on my new mules to add a bit of form to this baggy ensemble. 

I love these jeans, and have been trying to think of the best way to show them, after seeing various other bloggers pull off similar looks. 

Anyway, I'm trying to be a good blogger this month and spent most of the day taking outfit photographs with my trusty photographer so hopefully this means the drought is over. Next week I have an amazing new venture to begin which I can't wait to share with you all, alongside my move to my job in Marketing in preparation for leaving university and joining the world of work, ee!

Hope you're all fabulous and you haven't forgot about me xxxxx

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Sports Casual

Ribbed Jumper - ASOS | Jeans - ASOS | Sunglasses - ASOS | Pumas - Schuh

I'm currently working with UNiDAYS and their blog team to do a few posts on how to wear jeans without feeling boring, so here is my first instalment!

The key thing about dressing for university, is being comfy. Sometimes I can be on campus from 9am to 9pm and there's nothing worse than being cold/uncomfortable/unhappy in what you're wearing. That is why jeans really are your best friends at university. In today's outfit, I combined them with a ribbed jumper with a cheeky side spilt to make things a bit different and my new favourite footwear, my Pumas. I really like the combination of sports and classic cut items, I think it looks really presentable and well thought out.

My jeans are ASOS Whitby's, which are my favourite ASOS jeans and you can use that UNiDays discount on too...

So there is instalment number 1, look out for the next piece in the new few days!

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Elena x

Mini ASOS/Topshop Haul

Platforms, Rings, Grey Jumper, Camel Jumper - ASOS

Platformed Mules - Topshop

So I realised that I haven't done a haul in forever which is strange as I'm constantly buying even though I'm meant to be a poor poor student, thank Mary and Joseph for my job to keep my ASOS addiction going.

Here's a few pieces I picked up in the last week, as winter has well and truly hit us up in the North, I stocked up on some warm jumpers for those days where I have 9am classes and really can't handle putting thought into my outfits. The grey one was a random find on ASOS, made of bonded fabric for the body then a light cotton for the sleeves, giving the whole piece a really interesting and warm look! The other jumper is a classic roll neck in camel, as I love camel too much right now. My favourite pairing is camel on camel which I think looks so classic and simple.

With the mid-season sales hitting the stores, I couldn't resist purchasing two new pairs of platforms. Platforms are my favourite type of shoe, being only a tiny 5"2 girl. The weaved pair from ASOS are very similar to the Stella McCartney leather versions very popular this season. I wore these on Friday and wow, those platforms are heavy. But I adore them. The other pair are from Topshop, but this time they are muled loafers. I love mules, they don't hurt my feet and they look so different to any other shoe. I don't own any silver shoes, so its a nice change to my monochrome wardrobe.

Lastly, I stocked up on loads of new gold rings, that I can wear in so many different combinations. My favourite of the bunch being, the double pearl ring as its very easy to wear.

What do you think of my buys?

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Elena x

Knee High Behaviour

Camel Coat - Next | Jumper - H&M | Peplum Skirt - H&M | Knee High Boots - JustFab

Knee high boots are one of the biggest trends of this Autumn/Winter so I thought I'd give it a whirl. I bought these boots from the most amazing website called JustFab where you pay monthly for a bargain of shoes but as a first time customer you get 50% off so they only cost me 17 quid! I feel a bit Pretty Woman in them but I think they look okay. Let me know what you guys think. 

I teamed the boots with my favourite camel coat and jumper, a perfect match to my hair! Today was quite warm for October and Lancaster so I dared to bare my legs to make a full impact in these boots. I really like this outfit, its a good transition into full on winter fashion.

How would you style these boots? Would you like me to do a series of how to wear posts?

Elena x

Black x Black

 

Ribbed Jumper - Oh My Love | High Waisted Jeans - New Look | Pointed Heels - ASOS

Hey guys, winter has well and truly hit the UK by storm today, which I see as a blessing as I can finally LAYER UP. Not that I don't love having bare legs and wearing my skirts all day long, there's nothing better than snuggling up in a million and one layers. This jumper was a Christmas sale buy from Topshop, I've never owned anything from Oh My Love before but I have to say, the zipped elbows and the ribbed knit, it certainly makes my top ten jumpers. 

Paired with my favourite jeans and the jazziest shoes I'll possibly ever own, this outfit is October ready! You may have also noticed, my hair is noticeably lighter/whiter/bigger as this weekend I gave in to my demons and attempted to achieve white hair goodness. A few purple shampoo treatments, and I should be there!

Elena x

Shopping like a Rich Person

H&M - Grey Marl Trend Collection Jumper | Sweatshirt Skirt

ASOS - Leather White Joggers | Petite V Neck Tee | Drop Waist Dress

Topshop - Strap Clutch

I love fashion right now. Everything is amazing, I'm so into the normcore trend and I feel so revitalised blogging wise, with so many outfit ideas that I'm actually proud of. So basically that's my excuse for all these things I bought this week. 

After my holiday, I felt like I was missing a limb because I hadn't been checking ASOS obsessively 24/7. Probably a good thing, but as soon as humanly possible I made a little order. I'd had my eye on these white leather trousers for a long time, a very bold piece, that will take careful styling or I might look a teeny tiny bit stupid. But I love them with all my heart, I think they'll look just right with a plain tee and pointy shoes. Which is why I just had to buy this v neck tee, as I love the colour and I don't actually own any v neck cut tee's! I don't wear a lot of dresses so I'm trying to branch out with this drop waist navy dress, I love the preppy feel the Z gives it and I think it'll love awesome with a duster coat and my all white trainers.

Next, to my second favourite store in the whole wide world, H&M. H&M recently launched their Trend A/W Collection and it's out of this world. Amazingly classic pieces, with a funky twist, I still have my eye on the shaggy coat. A wonderful mix of silk, wool, beads and chiffon, 10 out of 10 to H&M. After ogling the collection in the Manchester, I bit the bullet and ran head first to the changing rooms with this marled sweatshirt. With its multiple zips and baggy shape, it's a dream and perfect for this season. Possibly one of my favourite buys from H&M ever. Whilst I was crying over the jumper, I spied a very similar mini skirt, in similar material, with a jazzy flared out effect on the trim. Tried on with the jumper and I was over. I think I like grey right now. 

Lastly, I've been hunting for yet another clutch as all I do is my clutches and this Topshop babe won my heart. Another interesting design, with its seatbeat fastening and silk material, its just the right level of classy for Elena.

What do you guys think of my ill gotten gains?

Elena x