Chelsea, Zara & Studs

Why is it that when you are not supposed to be spending money you fall in love with almost EVERYTHING you see in the shops? I've been really good and haven't bought many new things for ages but from the 4 new things I have bought I haven't really pushed the boat out have I...


A quick browse in the Zara sale last week and I came home with these two dresses for a tenner each. They're the same plain dress with a low back and I couldn't decide between pink and green so I bought both because I didn't have the energy for the changing rooms that day. I still haven't made up my mind but I'm leaning towards the green which I promise doesn't look so dull in real life.


It's still sticky and humid outside but I think I'm always on the lookout for new boots, whatever the season. My sister bought these Chelsea boots from Tesco (£15) and I liked them so much I quickly followed suit. I've never worn Chelsea boots before and not too sure if they go with everything. My sis says I should wear them with my jeans rolled up? Seems like it's going to rain this weekend so they'll get their first outing.


Was initially going to name this post "stud love" though quickly reconsidered after thinking about the keyword searches. But I do love studs! I know that everyone will be wearing these Primark velveteen studded loafers (£12) but I could not leave the shop without them. I am usually a 6 in flats but had to size up and even the 7's are a bit snug. They have a green version too but compared to black they aren't so pretty. I also snapped up this studded clutch bag (£6) and this style seems to be everywhere at the moment. I think the Zara version is so much nicer/daintier so will probably get that to use as a purse. Topshop also has a suede studded purse but with silver conical studs. For once I think I prefer the gold version.

Are there any other studded things in the shops right now that I need in my life? By the way I know I've been the worst blogger ever but here are some sleepy kitty photos to make up for it xx

My week in photos and what I bought

From L-R:

1. Stage one of the process of experimenting with dip dye. I'm hoping the blue will turn out as awesome as this so fingers crossed. Also can't get enough of these metal collar style necklaces going around, this one is from River Island (£7) and I love it so much I bought the silver one too.

2. Yummy handmade spinach and ricotta ravioli from Pasta Remoli in Westfield.

3. New bag from Zara (£19.99) but I might get the black version. Grey looks chic but it gets so grubby when going to and from work on the trains.

4. Another Westfield purchase, my new Bobble water bottle! I have no problem drinking tap water but I hate the taste of it when I've refilled a normal plastic water bottle. I always get told off for not drinking more water and I'm hoping this will encourage me to.

5&6. Constant rain and grey skies are so depressing but I've been getting lots of wear out of my mid calf boots my dad bought for me. £18 from Aldi would you believe it.

7. Collection 2000 Multiplier Mascara isn't too grand but it was a cheap buy (£4.99) and the Extreme 24 Hour Felt Tip Liner was free with purchase (usually £2.99). Hands down the best felt tip eyeliner I've ever used. It doesn't smudge and it stays on ALL day.

8. I love my new jim jam bottoms from Primark (£5).

9. Found my Nintendo DS in a drawer and I've spent all day on this. Gotta catch em all!

What have you been upto this week?

Black & Navy?

I'm attending a wedding in three weeks and have finally managed to track down a suitable dress today, this lace beauty from Next. It's now the most sophisticated dress I own even though I look nowhere as good as the model does in it (impossible task methinks). The only thing is that I've come a bit stuck on what shoes I should buy. I know a nude pair would go great with this dress but I spent the day in Zara cooing over all the gorgeous shoes and all my favourites are black!




Can you see a trend here? I do love a platform and a chunky heel.

Is it ever okay to mix navy and black? Normally I don't really adhere to certain fashion "rules" but it's a formal occasion and I want to look my very best. What do you think? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated :D

Shoe Lust - The Zara Edition

Reason #14535 why I love Zara. They ALWAYS have beautiful, quality, on trend shoes which look more expensive than they actually are.






 1, 2, 3.
My favourites are the first multi coloured pair which I first saw on Canned Fashion.
Oh to be able to wear vertiginous heels everyday without the fear of being crippled.

I should probably make this a monthly feature as there's hardly ever a pair of shoes I don't want.

If I could only shop at one store, it would be Zara

I already own two trench coats from Zara but that doesn't stop me from wanting this grey one. With the soft ruched shoulders, it's almost exactly like this trench from the Burberry Prorsum S/S2010 collection. Now at £49.99 (taken from the Zara website), it's not going to make that much of a dent in my pocket....right? *convinces self*

Shoe lust

Oh Topshop. Why must you always have beautiful shoes that I cannot afford, yet lust after incessantly? I am coveting these lace front heels from their new collection.

I love the black version but I'm showing you the grey as you can't see the detailing well. They remind me of the Ann Demeulemeester lace-ups as sported by Sea of Shoes

Obviously they are a much tamer version and at £60, they're a fraction of the cost.

I also noticed their take on Lous Vuitton Spicy heels (as seen on Victoria Beckham and Alexa Chung)

And these babies are only £120 compared to £1600!

The one store I wish I could raid of shoes right now would be Zara. I want everything in there! Everything instore right now seems to be "inspired" by Balmain, and I really want their copies of these.


I couldn't find any photos on the Zara website but I know theirs are around £90?

Argh I need a job right now!