Mellow Monday #9

So it's Monday again and another week of 3rd year begins. 3rd year is already so full on, I totally agree with everyone who told me to prepare myself, god I wish I was a first year again.

- My first article in my university newspaper was published today, I've yet to see it but I'm so excited to actually see my words in print and next issue I'm lucky enough to be getting two articles published!

- I lucked out and managed to bag myself the Lavish Alice Blazer Cape as seen on Megan from Pages by Megan and Hannah from A Fashion Fix, it went out of stock but my beady eyes watched My Saved Items like a hawk and I managed to bag it when it came back in stock for a moment on Saturday. Result.

- I started my Final Year Project properly last week and I'm so inspired by the subject (Women and Technology) that I know this is the right thing for me to focus on this year, it's really nice to feel so positive about my work after a really rough two years.

- I reached 3000 page views last week and I just want to thank anyone who has viewed anyone of my blog posts, liked my photos on Instagram or retweeted any of my tweets. So truly, thank you.

- Lastly, I also begin my new job properly this Saturday which is both so scary yet so exciting. So many opportunities have been coming my way recently, I do feel truly blessed right now. 

How's your Monday been?

Elena x

Mellow Monday #8

When I was sat in bed last night & it hit me tomorrow was Monday, it scared me slightly. Freshers week flew by and I'm not gonna lie, I didn't go out that much! Today marks the first day of my last year as Lancaster University student & that's daunting (although I actually have today off...)

Reasons to mellow this Monday:

-Wrote my first piece for my university paper, which I'm super excited about seeing in actual print and so excited to start the next piece!

- Starting a fashion blog is scary, especially when I have to embrace telling all my friends at university about it, but they have been so supportive, so many people willing to take my ootd photographs and who seem genuinely excited by what I'm doing.

- Although I'm scared to start 3rd year, new starts are always good to me and I have a pretty quiet timetable this term which gives me time to concentrate on my written project.

- I dyed my hair whiter and am currently sat with a shed load of purple shampoo on my hair to try and knock out the brashiness! Fingers crossed, I'd love to hear any tips for gaining white hair.

- Lastly, I had a few very low moment this week which I expected as I'm having to face reality a little but it's a new week and I have so much to be happy about, I can't let one thing stop me.

Elena x  

Who is Lockett's Pockets?

So I've been running this blog for a few months now and I have to say I never expected such a positive reaction and so many good things to come of it. Truth be told, blogging saved me and for that I am truly grateful for every page view, comment or instagram like. So I thought it was time to share who I really am, to give a more personal touch to this blog.

I'm 20, almost 21 and about to start my final year of study at Lancaster University. I study IT for Creative Industries (oh a girl doing Computer Science, shock horror) and have dreams to work in media or become a primary school teacher.

I'm originally from Wigan, and no I don't support Wigan Athletic and no I don't like pies or Uncle Joe's Mintballs.

As well as being a fashion blogger, I'm also a part time cyclist, which I hope to pursue more once I finish my degree.

I currently work part time in social media, which also benefits my degree which will hopefully improve my job prospects in later life.

I have a younger sister, who's just begun study at Glasgow School of Art and is vastly smarter than me in anyway, but I got the beauty so... jokes.

I'm 5"2, and quite often regarded to as an angry Jack Russell due to my quick temper, and I am one of the most emotional people you will ever meet in your life.

I have 9 piercings, and dreams to get a tiny heart tattoo which I will keep you guys posted on.

I'm also know for my rapid changing of hair colour, all my ID's are incorrect but maybe now I'm blonde I'll stick to it.

I don't do colourful clothes (but you guys know that already) and have a distaste for dresses.

So there's a little more information about what makes me me, hope you guys enjoyed learning a bit more about my life and apologises for the lack of outfit posts this week, I have just moved back to my university house so will be back with a bang from tomorrow fingers crossed!

Elena x 

Am I Sandy from Grease now?

Khaki Tee - Zara | Midi Skirt - Boohoo | Trainers - Zara | Doctor's Bag - Zara | Sunglasses - Primark

Until recently I steered well clear on any skirt in remotely deemed as midi but now I can't get enough of it! I've actually had this skirt from Boohoo sat in my wardrobe for months but have struggled to style it up.Then I just decided to bite the bullet and pair with a tee and trainers for a preppy look on drugs. I really feel like Sandy from Grease (good Sandy) in this skirt and it's probably one of its attractions. 

By using a neutral coloured t-shirt, I'm not distracting from the skirt and by pairing it with all white trainers, it puts emphasis on the white element of the outfit. I also love how the t-shirt deceiving looks completely plain until you look at the back, which features slogan embroidery. Another 10/10 from Zara. 

This outfit is quite different to my usual shirt/jeans combo so let me know what you think and how you would style this midi skirt, help me out guys!

Elena x

All photos by Daisy L. 

Where's Wally (Blue & White Version)

Striped Oversized Tee - ASOS | Orange Jacket - H&M | Snakeprint Boots - ASOS | Sunglasses - Primark

I keep realising I keep posting outfits that have pieces in them you can no longer get *hidden monkey emoji face* sorry guys! I have loads of new clothes, as you'll know from my ill gotten gains snaps on Instagram but I'm waiting for Yodel to deliver my camera tripod!

But look guys, an outfit with lots of colour! This is possibly the brightest outfit I have ever/will ever wear and I love it! Sometimes its nice to step away from the all black vibes and this striped dress/orange jacket combo is the perfect cure for it. I adore this dress, which is actually a tee sized up A LOT but I love stripes in any form. I spied this jacket in the H&M Sale online and even though I detest ordering from H&M online, I gave them another chance (stupidly long delivery... again) but the jacket is beyond words, embroidered all over, in such a beautifully rich orange which I never thought I'd say, but it goes quite well with blonde hair! Stranger things have happened.  It's also my new favourite thing to tie anything I get my hands on round my waist, because what's more sensible than not wearing your jacket? & I'm queen of not being sensible mainly when choosing to wear inappropriate shoes which results in me having to live in my sliders... #firstworldproblems

Elena x

All photos by Daisy L. 

Undercut Inspiration

I pieced together some images I used to decide whether or not to shave an undercut into my hair. Spoiler, I did. 

What do you think of undercuts?

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

Mellow Monday #4

Hey Gang! So I'm back off my wonderful holiday and it's mellow Monday again! Happy days.

- I had a truly unbelievably holiday in Jersey, with the most amazing people I could ever choose to spend it with. We drank, ate, sunbathed, swam, explored and partied hard at Jersey Live. I now miss my girls terribly but not long till University term begins and we are reunited for more crazy fun. P.S. if you get the chance to go to Jersey, go! 

-I got invited to first blogger event! After such a short time running Lockett's Pockets, it's so nice to consider for events and get the chance to meet bloggers from the North West and help expand my user base even more!

- I bit the bullet and shaved an undercut into my hair because I'm kind of reverting back to my grungy teenage self with too many piercings and dyed hair. No word of a lie, I love my undercut, the best part being if I need to be professional I just throw my hair over it! Win Win.

- I completed my first ever 10k race yesterday, in an amazing 1 hour 7 mins which I find unbelievably seeing as I was consider dropping out the night before due to illness and lack of training. It was hard, so hard but the feeling of crossing the finishing line is one hard to explain.

- Lastly, I'm just generally in a really good, positive place in my life and I hope no one or nothing tries to ruin it for me.

What's been keeping you positive recently?

Elena x

Mellow Monday #3

As you will be aware, I'm currently away on jolly's but I was prepared and have become Mellow on the Friday before instead!

This week was truly a massive turning point for me. Suddenly everything seems to be going Elena's way and after this less than pleasant summer, I'm welcoming it with open arms.

- I've been offered a new job at the media company I work, working on LiveHelp which none of you will understand but yolo. I have a massive spending problem so any extra money is gratefully received and I really love the company I work for so I'm super happy right now!

- I'm going back to my old ways, when I return from Jersey I should be a white blonde gal once again. Many hours sat on Instagram lusting over white blonde hairstyles has pushed me to the tipping point. Sorry Mum! 

- When this post goes live, I will have attended my first ever festival, Jersey Live and I'm hopeful it will be amazing as I hope it will!

- I'm a very emotional person, and this week I finally gave in and voiced my true feelings and let me tell you, it's truly the best decision I've made in a long time. Although things don't go the way we want usually, you have to be honest and only good things will hopefully come from this honesty.

- Lastly, I finally bought my perfect winter boots! To be revealed either through Instagram and on the blawg upon my return... I know, the suspense, it's too much...

I'm currently away on holiday but will reply to all comments on my return.