tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57533130717356477122024-03-13T00:21:36.565+00:00The Style BlossomFashion and lifestyle blogThe Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-73456864618342818692018-11-13T15:11:00.000+00:002018-11-13T15:11:38.452+00:00REN ATLANTIC KELP & MAGNESIUM MINI GIFT SET {AD}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We’re coming up to my absolute FAVOURITE time of the year: Christmas!! Cue all the Christmas movies, tree decorating, yummy treats and, of course, shopping for Christmas presents. With Christmas shopping in mind, I have one of REN’s new <a href="http://www.renskincare.com/collections/christmas-gift-sets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skincare Gift Sets</a> to share with you from their holiday offering for this year.<br />
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For years now, REN has been one of my go to brands for skincare. I have very, very sensitive skin. I’m talking allergic reactions to the sun and vitamin injections kind of sensitivity (yes, seriously). It’s something that developed from having Fibromyalgia and it’s made looking after my skin that much more difficult. After doing my research I came across REN and their range designed specifically for sensitive skin. I use a few of their products now as part of my everyday routine, and they’ve truly made a big difference. So I’m always interested in trying more from them.<br />
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A few weeks ago I was very kindly sent their <a href="https://www.renskincare.com/collections/christmas-gift-sets/products/atlantic-kelp-magnesium-mini-gift-set" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atlantic Kelp and Magnesium Mini Gift Set</a> to try. Featuring mini versions of some of their best-selling Atlantic Kelp range, this Christmas gift set includes their Atlantic Kelp and Magnesium Body Wash, Body Lotion and Bath Oil. Formulated to ‘lift your senses while cleansing and nourishing your skin’, with ‘a blend of anti-fatigue oils that’s perfect for men and women’, I was excited to try everything.<br />
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I’ve been using all three of the products for a few weeks now in order to really test them out and I’ve loved each of them. They have a nice, uplifting scent to them, nothing too strong or offensive. I’m 100% the wrong person to try and describe a smell, but it’s very pleasant, and it’s neutral enough to make this appealing to both men and women as described. The Body Wash is lovely to use, creating a good lather and leaving just a slight lingering scent afterwards. A little goes a long way, and despite constant use I’ve still got a good amount left in the bottle which is great from mini sizes like this. The Body Lotion is similar, you don’t need much. It sinks into the skin well and provides moisture and nourishment. I actually used more than usual on my legs after shaving and coming up in a bad rash and this lotion really helped to soothe it. The Bath Oil just requires a small amount poured into your bath water to create a nice, relaxing scent. It made my skin silky and soft afterwards and the scent remained lightly through the day which was nice.<br />
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The anti-fatigue aim through the use of magnesium oil was especially intriguing to me. I suffer from quite severe fatigue and exhaustion through my illness and it’s difficult to deal with. In the past I’ve tried magnesium oil to try and help combat it, but with having such sensitive skin I couldn’t continue as it caused a lot of itchiness and irritation. With these products my skin reacted perfectly fine with no irritation at all. I can’t say whether it helped my fatigue or not, it’s far too bad and up and down to tell whether these helped, but they did help me relax, and that’s always a win for me.<br />
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I tend to love gift sets like this for Christmas presents, both to buy for others and to receive for myself. The packaging for this year’s collection of REN gift sets was designed by renowned Swedish stationery designer, kikki.K. I’m a bit of a sucker for designer gift boxes and I love the design for the gift set I received, it definitely makes for a stylish present.<br />
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I suppose what’s considered the most important part of any review is would I recommend this product? The answer for me is yes, I definitely would. However, I think the better question to ask is would I buy it? Yep, I really would. I’ve loved each of the products included in this gift set. As much as I wanted to look for a negative to include as a downside to give a fair review, I just couldn’t find one. It’s a lovely gift set with great products inside. What’s not to love? Now bring on Christmas!<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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<i>This gift set was kindly gifted, however this review is my own honest opinion. </i>The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-73283023080111314912018-10-14T14:19:00.000+01:002018-10-14T14:19:24.907+01:00NEW SEASON, NEW STYLE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the best things about a new season for me personally is the opportunity it gives me to reinvent my style. There’s no better time to try something new, embrace a new trend, step outside of your comfort zone. The beginning of a new season brings with it new colours and prints, new shapes, and new styling ideas you may never have thought of. It’s hard not to get motivated and inspired to try something different.<br />
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For me, no season brings about this spark more than autumn. I’ve said it time and time again that it’s by far my favourite season for fashion. Summer style for me is always a bit meh. I just don’t really have much of an idea of what I want to wear or how to make the trends work for me and my personal style. Autumn, however, I come into my element. There’s nothing I love more than playing with layers and textures, wrapped up in knitwear and big faux fur coats. But still, I always want to change up my usual autumn style to suit the season’s trends and fresh approaches.<br />
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Case in point, this outfit. There is so much about this that makes it completely different to anything I’ve worn before. I’m not really one to opt for formal pieces, but there was something about these navy <a href="https://www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-mix-match-culotte-with-tie-waist/prd/10511189?clr=navy&SearchQuery=asos%20tie%20waist%20culottes&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=2&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=30" target="_blank">tie-waist culottes</a> from Asos that caught my eye. In the spirit of trying a new style, I decided to order them and just give them a try, and boy am I glad I did. They’re super high-waisted, which is exactly my style, and the loose shape makes them comfortable as well.<br />
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I’d normally pair this kind of outfit with some trusty block heel ankle boots. In March I really injured my back and I’m still having a nightmare with it (hence the lack of posting), so trainers have been my go to all summer long, and I’ve ended up actually liking the juxtaposition of their casualness against my usual style. Add in a colourful, patterned knit (Primark, by the way, who are killing it for knitwear at the moment) and a contrasting bag and I’m set.<br />
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This outfit is exactly why I love embracing new trends. I never would have thought I’d wear this mix of pieces together, but yet here we are and I loved the unexpectedness of the look. I always look for new pieces I can style, something that makes me step away from my style rut. There’s nothing like a new season to inspire me when it comes to fashion.<br />
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Tie Waist Culottes, <a href="https://www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-mix-match-culotte-with-tie-waist/prd/10511189?clr=navy&SearchQuery=asos%20tie%20waist%20culottes&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=2&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=30" target="_blank">Asos</a></div>
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Checked Bag, <a href="https://www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-90s-check-shoulder-bag/prd/10050990?clr=multi&SearchQuery=asos%20checked%20bag&gridcolumn=2&gridrow=1&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=21" target="_blank">Asos</a></div>
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Trainers, <a href="https://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/4,JUNIOR/2148976515" target="_blank">Adidas</a></div>
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Blazers have never really been my thing. I tried them when I was younger but I guess I always felt too young, like the style was too rigid and mature for me back then. But in the past few months, they’ve slowly worked their way back into my wardrobe. It started for work, having a blazer to throw on over a dress was a great way to smarten up the look and make it more formal, plus having that added layer kept me warm throughout the cold autumn and winter. Since then blazers have become somewhat of a hero piece for me. And not just for work, I find myself reaching for them more and more for my everyday outfits as well. <br />
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I can’t quite explain the feeling I get when I slip a blazer on, other than saying it gives me confidence. I think it’s that typical idea of the suit and the power that can often represent. I for one can in no way pull off a full suit, but a blazer is such an easy piece to have, you can add it to any outfit and it just adds that formal touch. They can look just as amazing with a pair of cigarette trousers and shirt, a colourful dress, or a simple plain tee and blue jeans.<br />
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Confession time; I am terrible with money. It’s probably no surprise given how much I love to shop, but I have to start being responsible. I’m going to get really personal with you all and give you a bit of background into the state of my personal finances. As many of you know, I spent quite a few years bed ridden from Fibromyalgia, and then a couple more years getting better at a tediously slow pace, but getting better nonetheless. It took a long time for me to learn to live with the pain and start working again.<br />
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Obviously, I had to start by just working part time a few hours each week, and as I continued to make progress I was ultimately able to increase how many hours I worked. After so many years of struggling and basically going through hell, once I started working and had an income again the last thing I wanted to do was worry about being careful with money. In other words, I treated myself. The thing I wanted more than anything was a holiday. I had 7 years without one, and all I wanted was to go back to Disney World once I knew I could handle it physically. This is where I was very naughty money wise. Yes, I got my dream holiday which I feel was highly deserved to Disney World in December 2016, and had the absolute best time. But then 2017 started, I had a really bad flare up of my pain (which is why I had to take a long break from blogging), I worked extremely hard to get better again, got a new job, and then thought I deserved to go back to Disney World AGAIN in November 2017, because if I haven’t said it enough in every other post, it’s my favourite place in the world and I LOVE IT SO MUCH!! I worked my butt off doing overtime at work to pay for it, and I was extremely careful with my money because I had something to save for, something I desperately wanted. And that was all fine. But then when I got there this time, I went a little bit crazier than usual, bought wayyyyy too much stuff, had to take out a 0% credit card and I’m now stuck with paying it off. And to worsen things, we’ve had to buy some big homeware purchases in the last few weeks such as a new bed, which was not cheap. So to sum up, we have debt.<br />
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Since the start of 2018, Lance and I have both been focused on paying off our credit cards so that we can finally start saving to buy a house of our own. I put a lot of pressure on myself of where I should be at this point in my life and compare myself to others my age who have already got on the property ladder. But I have to remind myself I lost more than 6 years of my life where I couldn’t do anything!! That’s a long time. I’ve had to start all over again. But for 2018, we’re getting rid of our debt and making a start on saving a deposit. We’re determined.<br />
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With all that in mind, it seemed very fitting when I received an invitation to attend giffgaff’s blogger workshop event in Manchester to learn about their new personal finance service and ways to be thriftier with your money. So on a bright and sunny but very cold Saturday, I headed to The Principal hotel in Manchester, which is absolutely gorgeous by the way. I know I’m most definitely not the only one concerned about my finances, so I want to share more details about the day with you all in the hopes you might find it beneficial, as I certainly did. <br />
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The actual event was split into three different workshops. There was quite a large group of Manchester based bloggers in attendance, so breaking us off into smaller groups meant each of the workshops was much more focused. <br />
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First up was jewellery making using t-shirt material with the lovely Hannah from <a href="http://www.teaandcrafting.co.uk/">Tea and Crafting</a>. Let me just say, it was much harder than I anticipated. She showed us a clever technique of basically finger knitting with the 2 different fabrics we had chosen, resulting in a chunky plait like piece that could be worn as a necklace or headband. Truth be told, I’ve actually always been interested in learning how to make jewellery, probably as a result of spending too much time on Pinterest and Etsy and thinking ‘oh that looks like something I could do too’. But the technique Hannah showed us was a great way to make something and have it cost you absolutely nothing. You can do it just by cutting up an old t-shirt or two for the material. It just shows there are ways to create something new yourself with things you already own, and it doesn’t have to cost you much, if anything at all. It was my first time crafting, it took A LOT of patience, but it is a great way to save some money. There are tons of ideas like this on Pinterest and tutorials you can watch, and it can actually be quite fun and rewarding to have actually made something yourself.<br />
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Next up there was a cooking workshop with Duncan from <a href="http://www.herbandspicecatering.co.uk/">Herb & Spice</a> in Manchester. I don’t know about any of you guys, but Lance and I spend far too much money on food! We set ourselves a food budget, we go in armed with a concrete shopping list, and we walk out proud that we stuck to it. But at some point in the week we realise we didn’t buy enough, we need other bits, or I’m craving chocolate, and the money goes up. Then the weekend comes round, we’ve had crappy weeks at work, and we want a takeaway. It ends up all adding up and by the end of the month we’re sat wondering where the hell our money has gone. We’ve said for a long time now that we need to start cooking more (and by that I obviously mean me, Lance can barely make toast), but the idea of having to sift through a million recipes online is exhausting just to think about, and I’ve never been a fan of cook books as I am a really fussy eater, chances are I’d only like a couple of the dishes featured. Plus I’m that addicted to the internet that I have to read reviews before I buy or make anything, and you don’t have that option on the page of a book. <br />
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Duncan made us a Moroccan spiced sweet potato, spinach, apricot and chickpea parcel with spicy tomato compote. It was a vegan dish, so not only way it healthy but all the ingredients are inexpensive to buy as it doesn’t contain meat. It was quick to make, and looked easy enough that even a cooking newbie like me could probably make it somewhat successfully. Like I said, I’m a very fussy eater, and I do mean VERY fussy, so it wasn’t a dish I personally liked, but everyone else there seemed to absolutely love it, there was only my plate that didn’t end up empty. The point was to show that you can cook a delicious meal that isn’t going to break the bank. It showed me how easy cooking can be, and I definitely need to stop putting it off and start making more meals myself rather than resorting to ready meals and takeaways. It might take more effort but it’s ultimately going to help us save, so it’s worth it in the long run.<br />
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Our final part of the workshop was a talk about personal finance and more information about giffgaff’s new service, <a href="https://www.giffgaff.com/gameplan/">giffgaff gameplan</a>. The idea behind this new project is simple really; they want to help you better manage your money and make it go further, helping you to then achieve your financial goals. Essentially it’s creating a game plan on how you can be in control of your own money and get to where you want to be. It’s a service that is still being developed, and they’re making sure that they’re different from a bank or any other financial service by asking their members to get involved and help shape it, making sure it’s the type of service that you actually want and that will really help you reach your goals, whatever they may be. Banks aren’t always the most honest or transparent, and that is not what giffgaff want to emulate. In their own words, ‘giffgaff gameplan is a smart switching service, for financially independent millennials, who want to be a smarter version of themselves, through personalised suggestions and actions’. <br />
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As part of the talk, we had a bit of a pop quiz we had to take, with questions about finance to see how much we really knew. To be honest I always thought I was pretty clued up and had a good grasp on things financially speaking, but alas this 9 question quiz proved me very, very wrong. I got 1 out of 9 people! I know nothing. The only thing I got right was what APR stands for! So it’s safe to say I definitely learnt a lot. <br />
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The whole event was lovely, we were treated to a gorgeous lunch spread, unlimited coffee and wine, and it helped put into perspective the fact that there are simple changes you can make to help you save money. You just need a plan. It is becoming more of a focus for me personally, and I know a lot of you will probably be in the same boat. Hopefully this will have provided some helpful information or inspiration for you.<br />
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If you'd like more information on giffgaff gameplan, you can check out their website <a href="https://www.giffgaff.com/gameplan/">here</a>. They have lots of great tools and advice on there too, including a <a href="https://www.giffgaff.com/gameplan/free_credit_report">free credit report</a>, <a href="https://compare.giffgaff.com/creditcardssmartsearch#/form/zeroPercentBalanceTransfer">credit card comparison</a>, and tips on how to <a href="https://www.giffgaff.com/gameplan/loans/learn/debt-and-budgeting">budget</a> and set <a href="https://www.giffgaff.com/gameplan/loans/learn/financial-goals">goals</a>. You can also find out how you can get involved in shaping giffgaff's new service.<br />
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<u>Other links</u><br />
<a href="http://www.teaandcrafting.co.uk/">Tea and Crafting</a><br />
<a href="http://www.herbandspicecatering.co.uk/">Herb & Spice Catering</a><br />
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I have always been partial to a check print, whether it’s a cosy tartan check for autumn/winter or a delicious gingham for spring/summer, I’m going to have some form of checks within my wardrobe. The SS18 collections had a variety of checks on show, and the high street seems to be following suit and spoiling us with an array of styles in a rainbow of colours. <br />
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I don’t know about you guys, but I am definitely starting to think about the warmer months ahead, especially with how insanely cold it is at the moment. I‘m putting far more thought into any purchases, asking myself if it’s going to be a piece that will take me through to summer and if I’m actually going to get my wear out of it. Enter this oh so pretty grey and white checked dress from <a href="http://www.asos.com/fashion-union/fashion-union-skater-dress-with-pephem-in-check/prd/9033000?clr=grey&SearchQuery=fashion%20union%20check%20dress&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=1&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=4">Fashion Union</a>. It’s very much a spring dress with the soft shades and feminine peplum shape, it has lovely ruffles on the shoulders as well. I knew it was a style I’d love as soon as I saw it but was reluctant to order it yet. Unfortunately I’ve had to learn the hard way of what happens when you wait to buy something and it ends up being sold out and completely impossible to find, so I figured I’d buy it now and save it. But of course that didn’t end up happening because I’m completely impatient and wanted to wear it straight away (anyone else the same, or is it just me?). <br />
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I personally really like the checks on checks look and clashing different prints, so for this particular look I’ve added a borg and faux fur bomber shaped jacket from New Look to keep me from freezing, because seriously it is so freaking cold! I love the textured patchwork pattern and how it clashes with the print on the dress. It probably shouldn’t work in any way, but I actually ended up really liking the two pieces together and it was a great way to be able to start wearing a pretty spring dress now. To finish my outfit off I went for my knee high snake boots from Asos which I’ve had for a couple of years now. I thought they’d add an interesting element to the rest of the look and the colours tied in well. Plus I just look for any opportunity to wear them, so there’s that too.<br />
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I do think this dress is going to be perfect once the temperature starts to warm up in the UK and I won’t need to wear 2 pairs of tights every day. I’m planning on wearing it with some white trainers and a round basket bag at the earliest instance. <br />
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Dress <a href="http://www.asos.com/fashion-union/fashion-union-skater-dress-with-pephem-in-check/prd/9033000?clr=grey&SearchQuery=fashion%20union%20check%20dress&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=1&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=4">Fashion Union</a></div>
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Jacket <a href="http://www.asos.com/new-look/new-look-patchwork-faux-fur-jacket/prd/8938285">New Look</a></div>
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It’s been quite some time since my last beauty post, but since I started blogging again I really want to start incorporating more beauty as it is such a big part of my life and something I love. With that said, I wanted to share a new (ish) palette that has become a go to for me. <br />
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Anastasia Beverly Hills is one of my absolute favourite make up brands. I use quite a few products from them, with their eyeshadows and highlighters in particular being completely amazing (I use them 99% of the time!). It’s a brand that never used to be that readily available in the UK, so I would stock up on favourites and new products to try when I or my family travelled to the US. The prices end up being cheaper over there too, so on my most recent holiday to Orlando, Florida, I took full advantage and added quite a few more bits to my ABH collection. <br />
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One of the new pieces I picked up was the Sugar Glow Kit, so I thought I would do a quick review for you today. I’ve had it for a couple of months now so I’ve been able to form a true opinion. This palette was part of the limited edition holiday collection but it is still available to buy at the moment.<br />
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The Sugar Glow Kit is a highlight palette which contains 4 dreamy shades. Described as a collection of metallic powder highlighters for intense luminosity to give a radiant glow, all 4 can be layered and applied wet or dry. <br />
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The kit contains 3 shades which have been previously released within other ABH palettes, and 1 new one. I actually haven’t had a highlight kit before so all of these shades are new for me. Before I purchased this palette, I’ve been using Anastasia’s Illuminators as my highlighters, which by the way I can’t rave enough about. I still have a little bit left of Starlight which was my favourite (the tiny bit that’s clinging on is saved for special occasions now), and I then got So Hollywood which I’ve used pretty much every single day since I got it around a year ago. The Illuminators are heartbreakingly (for me) no longer available, so I've been paying more attention to possible replacements. I’ve been interested in the Glow Kits that Anastasia often release for a while, but none of them have ever caught my attention where I’ve thought I’d actually use all of the shades included. The Sugar Kit looked amazing though, and when I went to look at it in person and swatch it I fell in love with the colours. <br />
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The 4 shades are-<br />
Marshmallow: White pearl<br />
Gumdrop: Duo chrome pink lilac<br />
Starburst: Icy Pink<br />
Butterscotch: Honey gold<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Outdoor Swatches; from L to R Starburst, Butterscotch, Gumdrop, Marshmallow</td></tr>
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Marshmallow has been my favourite so far, I love the more white based highlights as they tend to suit me more with me being pale, plus it does remind me of my beloved Starlight. I’m always worried some shades in palettes like this will end up being too dark or pigmented on my skin tone, but all of these work well for me. The formula is very buildable and silky smooth so applies really well, making it very easy to control how much you’re applying and build for a higher coverage. They are very ‘glowy’, with Butterscotch having a bit more sparkle to it with some larger flecks of glitter. For those who prefer a very subtle highlight, I don’t think these are going to be for you. I however absolutely love them and have really enjoyed having more variety of highlighters all in the same, convenient palette. I definitely would recommend if you’re like me and love a good glow. I apply mine along the top of my cheekbones and take around a little above my brow bone, under my brows in the arch, the inner corner of my eyes, down the bridge of my nose and a little on the cupids bow of my lip. I only apply them dry with a brush and haven’t tried them wet yet, but I’d imagine it would be a great way to get a more intense glow. They tend to last a full day as well, which is always an important factor for me. <br />
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In terms of how the formula compares to the Illuminators, I have to admit I still personally prefer the Illuminators. They’re a little more pigmented and denser, so you need less product when applying as they are so smooth and just apply like a dream. The shades in the Glow Kit are still amazing; I’m just biased towards the Illuminators. I will say though that the Glow Kit shades aren’t quite as intense which would probably be a plus for many, but they are still very buildable for those that do want a stronger finish.<br />
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I can’t say enough good things about the Sugar Glow Kit and I’m so pleased I picked it up. I think I’ll be more interested to try more of the Glow Kits when they’re released as well as it works out quite good value for money when you’re getting 4 shades. My highlighters tend to really last me a while as well so I know this is a palette I’m going to be able to enjoy using for a long time to come. Definitely recommend!<br />
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Have you tried the Sugar Glow Kit or any of the other Glow Kits from Anastasia Beverly Hills?<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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Sugar Glow Kit is £41 and is available at <a href="http://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.co.uk/sugar-glow-kit/ABH01-18164.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=1o4&scid=scplpABH01-18164&sc_intid=ABH01-18164">Anastasia Beverly Hills</a>, <a href="https://www.feelunique.com/p/Anastasia-Beverly-Hills-Sugar-Glow-Kit-4-x-74g?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_9G3wpXB2QIVDo0bCh1_cwK7EAYYAyABEgI4ZPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">Feel Unique</a>, <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/anastasia-beverly-hills-sugar-glow-kit.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_9G3wpXB2QIVDo0bCh1_cwK7EAYYASABEgKNdvD_BwE&ef_id=VxNkTgAAAXuLZvI@:20180225132914:s">Cult Beauty</a> and <a href="https://www.beautybay.com/makeup/anastasiabeverlyhills/sugarglowkit/?utm_source=google%2Bshopping&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=shopping%2Bfeed&selectedSku=ANAS0169F&ctyid=gb&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_9G3wpXB2QIVDo0bCh1_cwK7EAYYAiABEgKI2fD_BwE">Beauty Bay</a>.<br />
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Do you ever see someone wearing something and love it on them but know full well you just couldn’t pull it off? Well, that’s my relationship with hats. There are so many styles I think look amazing on other people and then when I try them look like a total idiot that will attract an array of questionable looks from people if I were to step out in public. <br />
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This past season it’s been baker boy hats that have stolen the attention, and after a long time of wanting to try them I finally caved and ordered one from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/baker-boy-hat-6704845?bi=0&ps=20&Ntt=baker%20boy">Topshop</a>. And boy am I glad I did. I still feel very much outside of my comfort zone, but out of the oh so many hats I’ve tried this little baby is actually flattering on my small head. I decided to go for just a classic black option that I know will work with any outfit, in the classic baker boy style. They’ve been such a huge trend that you can find so many different colours, materials and variations on it, and I have to say I am quite tempted to order another one that’s more of a statement piece now that I’ve dipped my toe in this sartorial pool, so to speak.<br />
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I kept the rest of this look quite casual, with my navy cord pinafore from Monki, and the dreamiest of pastel pink striped tops, also from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/striped-long-sleeve-crew-neck-top-7050805?bi=40&ps=20">Topshop</a>. Stripes are another big trend at the moment, and this top literally grabbed my attention whilst I was just passing through Topshop recently. It’s a lovely, soft cotton material featuring yellow, navy and white stripes. I did go a size up as I wanted it quite oversized, but I actually wish I’d stayed true to size as it is quite a loose fit anyway, so bare that in mind if you’re thinking of ordering. <br />
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To compliment the baby pink of my top, I went for my fuchsia block heeled ankle boots from <a href="https://www.dunelondon.com/olyvea-mid-block-heel-ankle-boot-0091500620002219/">Dune</a> (bonus: they’re currently in the sale). These boots are honestly the comfiest boots I own, so much so I have them in red as well which I’ve worn to death and I’m considering getting the black too. To finish off I have my beloved <a href="https://shop.danielle-nicole.com/collections/disney-dn/products/ariel-crossbody">Danielle Nicole Ariel</a> cross body bag, as I was in a full on Disney mood. They’ve just released some Tangled inspired bags as well, which is one of my all-time favourite Disney films, and the <a href="https://shop.danielle-nicole.com/collections/disney-dn/products/rapunzel-diecut-crossbody">Rapunzel</a> one is currently very high on my wish list. The more I use my Ariel one the more I can try and justify it to myself, or at least that’s what I’m telling myself.<br />
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So there we have it, baker boy hats for the win in my book. Adding a hat is a great way to finish off your outfit and bring something extra to it. Plus they come in very handy on bad hair days/days you need to wash your hair but just can’t be bothered/saving your hair from the constant rain and miserable weather (in Manchester, at least). <br />
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Pinafore Monki (no longer available, similar <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/penny-pocket-front-cord-pinafore-dress/DZZ50762.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImoHTrZeZ2QIVrbvtCh3CSQl0EAQYASABEgLXD_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">here</a>)</div>
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Top <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/striped-long-sleeve-crew-neck-top-7050805?bi=40&ps=20">Topshop</a></div>
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Boots <a href="https://www.dunelondon.com/olyvea-mid-block-heel-ankle-boot-0091500620002219/">Dune</a></div>
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Bag <a href="https://shop.danielle-nicole.com/collections/disney-dn/products/ariel-crossbody">Danielle Nicole</a></div>
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For those of you who follow me on Instagram, you will no doubt have seen that at the end of last year I was fortunate enough to go on holiday to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, aka my favourite place in the entire world!!! (Seriously, I would move there in a heartbeat.)<br />
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Despite actively trying not to spam overload my Instagram feed, I did inevitably share many holiday photos, and so many of you loved my outfits that I got lots of lovely messages and comments asking where things were from. So I thought it might be a good idea to do a blog post where I can share the links and talk you through them in a little bit more detail. A lot of these items went in the sale, which is always a good thing if you want to buy, although it also means a few have now sold out, so I’m apologising in advance! <br />
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Shopping for a summer holiday in the winter and vice versa can be a bit of a challenge, but I always find online to be the best option as they tend to have more choice and variety than in store. Asos is just my go to anyway, but with them having such a huge variety of pieces and brands they were a saviour for me in finding summer dresses in November, so I definitely recommend checking them out if you’re struggling with the same issue. <br />
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I do have a very colourful and girly style and I can’t resist anything cute or Disney related, and I decided to just go all out for my outfits this holiday. But hey, I figured if you can’t at Disney World, when the hell can you eh? It’s going to be a long one, so without further ado, here we go.<br />
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Dress <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-ultimate-smock-dress-in-rainbow-cloud-print/prd/8495912">Asos</a> / Trainers <a href="https://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,20/2148976515">Adidas</a> / Bag Lamoda (no longer available, similar <a href="https://www.missguided.co.uk/pink-faux-fur-backpack">here</a>)<br />
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I thought I’d go through these chronologically, starting with my outfit for our first day, which we spent at Magic Kingdom (always the first park I do when we go). And OMG this dress, it has rainbows on it! Need I say more? It’s made of the loveliest jersey cotton which made it super comfy and light to wear in the Florida heat. The baby blue colour was perfect for the bright sunny day we had. Now, confession time, before this holiday I didn’t own a single pair of trainers. I know I know, how you say? They’re just not me. But comfy footwear is an absolute must have for an Orlando holiday with all the walking you’re doing around the theme parks, so I had to do the sensible thing and buy some. I spent a while looking at the different styles, and ultimately landed on these baby pink suede ones from Adidas. I’m not going to lie, it was the colour that drew them to me (big surprise), but after trying them on I was so glad I ordered them as they were definitely the comfiest ones out of the several other pairs I tried. <br />
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In addition to the trainers, you’re going to see a lot of this utterly adorable baby pink faux fur backpack throughout this post. I actually bought this a couple of years ago now, and it’s just been sat in my cupboard. When I started shopping for my holiday, I remembered I had it and how perfect it would be. It got so many compliments! It was just the right size to fit everything I needed in whilst we were out without being too big to take on the rides or too heavy to carry. Sadly it isn’t available anymore as I bought it so long ago, but there have been a few similar ones around lately so I’ve linked the closest I could find.<br />
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Dress <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-smock-dress-in-animal-print/prd/7917456?affid=14173&channelref=product+search&mk=abc&currencyid=1&ppcadref=761030383%7C39786841363%7Caud-108719242581%3Apla-77276861541&_cclid=v3_60acc527-0332-5419-8b80-13bb9c69241e&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1rPw7fGW2QIVCd0bCh3RxgChEAQYAiABEgK2afD_BwE">Asos</a> / Trainers <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-devlin-wide-fit-lace-up-trainers/prd/8705364?clr=whitepu&SearchQuery=asos%20wide%20fit%20trainers&gridcolumn=1&gridrow=5&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=75">Asos</a> / Bag as before / Rainmac New Look (no longer available, similar <a href="https://www.laredoute.co.uk/ppdp/prod-350044844.aspx?dim1=1&dim2=6&omniturecode=Google-PPC-Shopping-Women-Clothing-Coats-Raincoats_Trench_Coats&rmatt=tsid:1037640~cid:937446869~agid:49538804147~tid:pla-366167111748~crid:223240714930~nw:g~rnd:9023341442924745189~dvc:c~adp:1o4~mt:~loc:1007105&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7PyM896W2QIVZjPTCh1jiwBPEAQYBCABEgLGTfD_BwE">here</a>)<br />
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For day 2 we headed to Animal Kingdom, which really stole my heart on this trip. Whenever I go there, I like to find a way to incorporate something animal inspired into my outfit. When I saw this animal print dress on Asos I knew I needed it. I wore it with the second pair of trainers I bought, a plain white canvas pair also from Asos. This was actually one of the days where we had the most rain, so a rain mac was necessary later in the day. Having been to Orlando many times before, I’m well aware of the changing weather and the rain you can get there. Umbrellas just aren’t practical in the theme parks, so I purposely bought myself a light, hooded rain mac. As I’d gone for a few baby pink accessories already, I really wanted a jacket in the same pastel hue, and I ended up finding one from New Look, who had a great selection at really affordable prices.<br />
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This next outfit is from what was one of the best days of our entire holiday. We had breakfast at Be Our Guest restaurant (which is set inside the Beast’s castle from Beauty and the Beast), I met Ariel in her amazing Under the Sea Grotto, I FINALLY got my hands on a pair of rose gold Minnie ears (I’d been endlessly hunting everywhere since we arrived for them!), and we did 3 different parks in one day. This floral tea dress is one I’ve had for a few years now and always a favourite for the summer. I can’t even remember where it’s from I’ve had it that long. It was a cooler day; hence the need for tights, so I opted for some black velvet pointed flats with a tie bow across them from New Look. They were such a soft material and comfier than I thought they’d be. My bag was another staple accessory throughout the holiday. It’s from Dune, and what really attracted me to it was how versatile it is. It can be used 3 ways, firstly with a black strap to be worn as a cross body style, secondly it has a gold chain for a more evening/dressy look, and finally it has a wristlet strap so it can be used as a clutch as well. Plus it’s classic black suede so goes with anything.<br />
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Dress <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-polka-dot-smock-dress-with-elastic-cuff-detail/prd/8314392">Asos</a> / Jacket <a href="https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/women-mickey-travels-souvenir-jacket-402247.html">Uniqlo</a> / Trainers as before / Bag as before<br />
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Next up is a dress that was a no brainer. It’s pink and red polka dots in the same jersey cotton as my rainbow dress and also from Asos. It was way too cute to resist and a full on Minnie Mouse dress. Paired with my baby pink trainers and backpack, it was probably the girliest and most cutesy of all my looks. I wore it to Epcot on a day that started out quite chilly. The jacket I wore I bought from Uniqlo at Disney Springs on one of our first nights there. It’s a Minnie Mouse bomber jacket, which couldn’t be more perfect, and got me through the cool evenings throughout the holiday.<br />
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Now for an outfit worn on a very special evening. I booked for a dinner at Hollywood and Vine at Hollywood Studios, which is one of the Character dining experiences at Disney. This particular dinner was Minnie’s Seasonal Dinner Party, with Minnie herself playing hostess in her festive Christmas outfit along with Mickey, Daisy and Donald Duck, and Goofy in his Santa outfit. I had to dress up for Miss Minnie, so I opted for this beautiful maroon red zip front tea dress from Asos. I finished off the look with my black Dune bag as before and some black suede pointed flats. And yes, I was way more excited than the kids there. Can we also just appreciate Minnie’s outfit? She was serious outfit goals.<br />
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This next dress I wore twice, once to Universal, and again to go shopping at the Mall at Millenia (my favourite mall) followed by an evening at Animal Kingdom. Whilst shopping, I treated myself to a new purse from Kate Spade, who has long been one of my favourite designers however I was yet to own a piece. I’ve had the same purse for a very long time so I was definitely in need of a new one, but I had no intention to buy one whilst we were shopping. We were in the US over Black Friday weekend, and I noticed Kate Spade had 30% off whilst we were passing so I had to go in and have a look. I knew I wanted a classic black purse, and I’m in love with the one I chose. But back to the outfit, and the dreamiest pastel ombre smock dress. The same shape and material as my polka dot one, this particular dress was probably the one that got the most compliments from people. I absolutely loved wearing it! I wore it on both occasions with my Adidas trainers, firstly with the baby pink backpack and then with my black Dune bag worn as a cross body for Animal Kingdom. <br />
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Pinafore Monki (no longer available, similar <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/penny-pocket-front-cord-pinafore-dress/DZZ50762.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyLDz0POW2QIVybztCh2R9gGeEAQYAiABEgKjRPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">here</a>) / T-shirt Topshop (no longer available) / Trainers as before / Bag <a href="https://shop.danielle-nicole.com/products/ariel-crossbody">Danielle Nicole<br />
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One thing I was really looking forward to doing this holiday was the Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs, which is Disney’s entertainment destination full of great restaurants, bars and the most incredible selection of shops. The Christmas Tree Trail was so much fun, with lots of different trees decorated to the theme of Disney characters and movies. I knew we were going to have a more chilled out day of shopping and some lunch as well in the gorgeous sunshine, so I went for a more laid back, casual look. This navy corduroy pinafore is from Monki but I’ve had it since 2016. I also wore a plain grey cropped t-shirt from Topshop and my white trainers from Asos. It was my bag that I let make the statement with this outfit. It’s from Danielle Nicole, who makes the most amazing bags. She has a whole Disney collection and I pretty much want every single one. They’re gorgeous! I wanted to treat myself to one for the holiday but I had a hard time narrowing it down to just one. I ended up choosing this Ariel one. The Little Mermaid has always been one of my favourite Disney films and Ariel is one of my favourite Princesses. And it also came out the year I was born, which I just love. The bag is a really lovely small size and fits just enough in it, with a nice gold chain so you can wear either over the shoulder or cross body. I’m already eyeing up a couple of others from the collection. FYI, the giant Pluto is actually a popcorn bucket! Coolest popcorn bucket ever!<br />
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Dress <a href="http://www.asos.com/glamorous/glamorous-smock-dress-with-choker-neck-detail-in-star-print/prd/8528131?affid=14173&channelref=product+search&mk=abc&currencyid=1&ppcadref=761030383%7C39786851443%7Caud-108719242581%3Apla-279795490709&_cclid=v3_16a6ea9f-d285-5e65-b8df-4785e03a8c21&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIg82JgPWW2QIV7r3tCh2k5QfYEAQYAiABEgLKaPD_BwE">Glamorous</a> / Bag as before<br />
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Later that same day we went to Epcot for the evening. I wore the same Danielle Nicole Ariel bag but changed into a black and white star print dress from Glamorous. I can’t resist a star print, and I love the tie back of the choker neckline.<br />
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For what I already knew was going to be the best day ever, I wanted a dress I’d feel good in. The same style as the maroon red Asos dress I wore earlier in the holiday, this bold green floral tea dress was love at first sight and is probably the dress I’d recommend to anyone looking for a Spring/Summer dress right now. It’s also the dress I had the most photos taken in because it was such a great day. Despite how many times I’ve been to Disney World before, one thing I had never done was go inside the castle. There’s actually a restaurant inside, and I managed to get a reservation for breakfast. It was even more magical inside than I imagined. You’re greeted by Cinderella as you enter her castle, and we were joined by Snow White, Aurora, Ariel and Jasmine during breakfast. It also happened to be the most delicious breakfast, and was worth every penny. Highly recommend to anyone with a Disney World trip planned.<br />
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Another colourful dress, this contrasting striped number was worn to our last day at Animal Kingdom. I’ve always been a fan of print and colour, and this was a great addition to my holiday wardrobe and was another Asos find. We had such a fun day, with some of my most cherished photos from the entire holiday. With it being such a bold pattern and colourway, I kept the rest of my look simple with white trainers and pink furry backpack. Of course the rose gold Minnie ears made an appearance too. <br />
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My final outfit was for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, a special ticketed event at Magic Kingdom. Some guests go all out in the Christmas outfits, but for some reason I couldn’t get Lance on board with doing a couple’s Christmas dress up. So I instead chose a red textured dress and some red Christmas Minnie ears. It was quite a cold evening, so I went for tights, black flats and my Dune black bag, along with my Uniqlo Minnie bomber jacket. It was quite a busy night and I wanted to enjoy every minute of one of our last nights there, so I only ended up having the one photo taken. But it was with Belle, so that makes it a winner.<br />
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So there we have it. We spent the most amazing 2 weeks in Orlando and I loved every minute of it. There are a few other outfits I didn’t end up with any pictures of, but the ones I’ve shared with you I loved wearing and I hope to find ways to work them all into my upcoming summer wardrobe as well.<br />
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Well, it’s been a while. I suppose I should start with a bit of an explanation as to why it’s been so long. It has literally been over a year since I last posted, and it was a hard year for me, not gonna lie. Not long after my last post, I had a really bad flare up of my Fibromyalgia after getting ill with the flu. Whenever I get ill, the infection has a bad impact on my pain, but this particular bout of horrid flu really messed me up. It took quite a few months and a lot of physio to recover. Pain is still a constant, daily struggle for me, but I’ve carried on with the physio and it’s really helped. I definitely recommend to anyone with pain or movement issues, it’s just a matter of finding the right physiotherapist for you. <br />
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Anyway, despite getting the pain back under control, I started a new job with more hours. And although I could finally handle it pain wise, it was then the tiredness and exhaustion that I suffer from as part of my condition that just made it impossible to do anything other than work. My days off are usually spent in bed resting and recovering, which leaves very little time to worry about blogging. But I’ve wanted to get back into it for such a long time. I finally feel like I have things under control and can make a go of it again. <br />
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So, what better way to kick things off than a good ole outfit post. I shared a photo of this gorge <a href="http://www.asos.com/missguided/missguided-vinyl-trench-coat/prd/8623688">vinyl trench coat</a> recently on my Instagram and got so many messages and comments asking where it was from. It’s Missguided, and I’d been eyeing it for months. Vinyl has been such a big trend all season, but during the colder months I couldn’t justify the price. But alas the Christmas sales began, and lo and behold I spotted it in the sale whilst scrolling through my saved items list on Asos (always my favourite way to shop the sales). An absolute bargain at £26, it looks great layered with knitwear during the cold weather we’ve been having, but will see me straight into Spring as well. And the burgundy colour is gorgeous! I’ve tried black vinyl but it just doesn’t work with me being so pale, I fully look like I’ve stepped out of the Matrix. But this rich shade is perfect for me. <br />
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I kept the rest of this look (fairly) simple, with a solid, deep teal green coloured <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-long-sleeve-smock-mini-dress/prd/9042671?clr=forestgreen&SearchQuery=long%20sleeve%20smock%20mini%20dress&gridcolumn=1&gridrow=1&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=303">dress</a>, a black <a href="https://www.dunelondon.com/eharriet-front-zip-clutch-bag-0009506660027011/">cross body bag</a> and my amazing jacquard, metallic boots I got back in 2016. They’re still an absolute favourite and are a great way to add another texture to contrast with the vinyl.<br />
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I also just want to finish by saying a great big thank you to all those who sent me messages whilst I was away; it meant so much to me. And for anyone who may suffer from a similar illness, if you have any recommendations of products or tips that can help with the tiredness and fatigue I’d love to hear from you.<br />
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Boots (no longer available) <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-rayal-bow-ankle-boots/prd/6883046">Asos</a> (similar <a href="https://www.dunelondon.com/olexa-glitter-brocade-ankle-boot-0091500620003011/">here</a>)</div>
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Well hello there,<br />
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It’s been far too long since my last blog post, and I have my own personal reasons for that which I won’t bore you with. But after a much needed break I’m finally hoping to get back into the blogging swing of things (if you’ll still have me, of course).<br />
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It’s a new year, and that always gets me thinking about fresh starts and making changes. People use the beginning of a new year to mark a start of something new, they use it to make the changes they’ve longed to make but haven’t had the courage or determination to do. I’m exactly the same, and blogging again is one major resolution for me this year. But when 2017 was approaching, I found myself more focused on everything I’d achieved in 2016, instead of just the changes I hoped to make. <br />
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2016 was a massive year for me. I’ve obviously talked about it many times before, but after years of health problems holding me back I was finally able to get my life back on track last year. I worked so hard to be able to begin working, and despite my efforts and how much progress I made physically, no employer would consider me. Which don’t get me wrong, I completely understood their reservations, but after working so damn hard to be able to start working again, and wanting to get back into a normal life so desperately, the constant rejection was a tough pill to swallow. But, alas, July 2016 marked my life beginning to get back to normal after I at last landed a part time job. From there I’ve gone from strength to strength. Not only has it enabled me to make even more progress physically, but it gave me a massive confidence boost and has finally made me feel normal again. And in all honesty, despite my permanent exhaustion (awful tiredness is a big part of my health condition as well as the pain), that is what I have wanted more than anything. <br />
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Working also meant I was eventually able to go on holiday after 7 years of not being well enough/not having enough money. And not just any holiday, my DREAM holiday to Disney World in Florida, my absolute favourite place in the entire world. Going away honestly did me a world of good and helped put everything in perspective. I came home right before Christmas, and fully ready to embrace a whole new year and whatever lies ahead. <br />
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There are many things I want to achieve this year, and I’m hoping I can include dedicating more time to my precious little blog here more than I have been able to in recent months. I still have to take things one step at a time, but I definitely feel more hopeful than ever for what’s to come.<br />
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I also want to say a massive thank you to all of my lovely readers, followers and blogging friends for continuing to support me, despite my absence. And I hope 2017 is full of happy things for all you lovelies!<br />
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2017, let’s do this!<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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This time of year is my absolute favourite. There are so many things that make me happy for the autumn, but the best thing, other than the fact we’re officially in the run up to Christmas (yay!!), has got to be the fashion. The layering, chunky knitwear, the rich colour palette and the mix of beautiful textures, it all just makes me giddy with excitement. I have to admit, I go a little bit crazy for all of the amazing goodness that fills the shops for the A/W season and I end up wanting everything! And for me there’s nothing better than the pitiful UK summer of the weather not being able to make its mind up finally coming to an end and the colder temperatures kicking in, making way for all of the gorgeous coats to get wrapped up in.<br />
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As regular readers will likely know I have an obsession with boots, and I wear them all year round regardless of the weather. The benefit of it being autumn is that there are an abundance of new styles of boots to choose from, which is an endless struggle for me as I want them all. But something else to know about me is that I also have a real thing for coats. I’m very much one for making my style statement with my choice of outerwear. All summer long I’ve been limited to lighter jackets, but now the temperatures have dropped my coat loving self is in its element. For whatever reason, I instantly feel more comfortable and confident when I have a coat on.<br />
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The particular coat I’m wearing here has been a long-time favourite of mine. Truth be told I’ve had it for about 6 years now, and still each and every Autumn I pull it out again. Regardless of the different trends each year, somehow I always end up reaching for this navy and bottle green checked style, complete with velvet trimmings and collar, which is a HUGE trend at the moment. I’m also wearing a beautiful new scarf from <a href="https://www.ilymix.com/collections/scarves-wraps/products/minimal-solid-scarf-grey?variant=29982159180">Ilymix</a> that has been a must the last couple of weeks as it’s been getting colder and colder here. I usually go for a checked pattern and was lacking a classic scarf like this. The fabric is so lovely and warm, and it’s a gorgeous shade of grey, perfect to go with any outfit.<br />
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Are you a fan of Autumn/Winter fashion?<br />
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Navy Dress £13 Primark</div>
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Grey Scarf $28 <a href="https://www.ilymix.com/collections/scarves-wraps/products/minimal-solid-scarf-grey?variant=29982159180">Ilymix</a></div>
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Navy Patchwork Boots £49 <a href="http://www.very.co.uk/warehouse-patchwork-boot/1600054965.prd">Warehouse</a></div>
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Bag £25 <a href="http://uk.accessorize.com/view/product/uk_catalog/acc_1,acc_1.7/1898803400">Accessorize</a></div>
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Yep, I am seriously late to the party, but I am officially a convert to the pyjama trend everyone’s been loving. I always thought it wasn’t really for me and not something I could pull off, despite looking great on others, but that’s definitely changed now. It was one dress in particular that was responsible for my conversion. I had seen and immediately loved it whilst aimlessly scrolling through Asos, as you do, but I added it to my saved items and sadly forgot all about it and its cuteness. It was only when my birthday came around in July that I remembered. <br />
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I wanted a new dress to wear for my big day, as I’m sure we all do, but it was just to go out for a low key meal with my boyfriend. Despite its casualness, I knew this dress was the right choice for me. I didn’t want anything fancy, just a nice dress I could dress up with some heels and something I could wear again for day or night. I eagerly unpackaged it the second it arrived, slipped it on and instantly knew it was perfect. It has everything going for it; its loose shape is made flattering with the tie waist, it’s made of a soft, light fabric that makes it insanely comfortable, and it has a pretty floral print with contrasting piping to add that classic pyjama look to it.<br />
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Paired with my AH-MAZING rose gold boots from Office, this casual outfit had some serious sass injected into it to make more of a stylish statement and give off less of an uber casual ‘I just got out of bed and left the house in my PJ’s’ vibe. I don’t really do ‘casual’, so dressing it up a little is much more my style. <br />
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I also want to say that taking these photos was actually a huge accomplishment for me. I’m still really self-conscious and hate photos of myself, and posing for blog photos is never easy for me. These are the first ones I’ve been brave enough to take outside of the privacy of my back garden, and I love how they turned out and the different aesthetic they give. I need to say a HUGE thank you to my lovely friend Tash for her support, encouragement and patience and for doing such an amazing job taking them for me. If you haven’t already, please be sure to go check out her blog <a href="http://love-laughter-fashion.blogspot.co.uk/">love-laughter-fashion</a> because she’s awesome! <br />
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A pyjama dress was definitely a great choice to ease me into the whole sleepwear as day wear trend. I’ve now got my eye on some beautiful, silky pyjama style tops that will hopefully be making their way into my wardrobe very soon. This is one trend that looks set to carry on way into the new season, and why say no to being comfy all day long?<br />
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What do you all think of the pyjama trend? Is it for you?<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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Pyjama Dress £38 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-pyjama-style-dress-in-floral-print/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6471670&clr=Blackprint&SearchQuery=floral+pyjama+dress&pgesize=4&pge=0&totalstyles=4&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=3">Asos</a><br />
Rose Gold Boots £75 <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,10/2540391746">Office</a>The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-42446689667493711572016-08-30T20:21:00.001+01:002018-10-14T15:02:56.469+01:00URBAN DECAY NAKED SKIN CONCEALER REVIEW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey lovelies, I’m sorry it’s been so long since my last post. I’ve been really busy over the last few weeks and I’ve been struggling to find a balance and just needed a little blogging break. But I’m back at it and hopefully I’ll be able to get back on to a more regular posting schedule soon. Thank you all for bearing with me!<br />
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For today’s post I wanted to share with you a new concealer I’ve been using for the past month that I’ve been really impressed with. When it comes to my beauty products, I am very much of the mindset that if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. I have products that work well, some better than others, but I’m happy with them all. Something else to know about me is that I HATE wasting my money on things that don’t work for me. It’s happened way too many times where I’ve splurged on what’s new in the beauty world only to be disappointed and have it sit in my drawer never to be used again. As a result I’m now very reluctant to try new things unless I really think I need to.<br />
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Urban Decay’s Naked Skin Concealer, however, tempted me to change my ways and try something new for a change. Truth be told I’ve been unhappy with my concealer for quite a while now. I currently use 2 different ones: Mac’s Studio Finish Concealer for blemishes and those areas I need a little extra coverage, which I love, and YSL's Touche Eclat for under my eyes, which isn’t performing well enough for me. I’m constantly tired and suffer from a lot of darkness under my eyes, and lately it’s been getting worse. YSL’s Touche Eclat is a great highlighting concealer, but it just doesn’t have enough coverage for me. I’ve also noticed it’s been settling into my under eye lines a bit too much for my liking as well. So it’s safe to say I really wanted to find something better.<br />
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Since Urban Decay released their Naked Skin Concealer I’ve seen countless beauty bloggers talk about how great it is and I’ve read so many positive reviews. When I was searching for a new under eye concealer it consistently came up in my search results, so I decided to look into it further and eventually took the plunge and bought it.<br />
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Described by Urban Decay as a weightless complete coverage concealer, it’s supposed to give buildable, even coverage with a luminous, demi-matte finish. So did it deliver? I would say there are pros and cons. Yes it is high coverage, it is buildable and it does dry very much like a second skin as Urban Decay claim. I do find that the formula is quite dry though. I already suffer from very dry skin and this includes the delicate skin around my eyes. My usual Touche Eclat is definitely creamier, but the drier formula of Naked Skin is making it last longer and prevents it from settling into my fine lines as much. It blends quite well too, although not as seamlessly as stated. I also feel like the colour range was lacking a little bit, specifically for those with pale skin like mine. There are 3 shades that are supposed to be for the fairer skin tones, and I went for the palest shade which is Fair, as I felt like it was the only one pale enough for me. The problem is that it’s actually a bit too light and yellow based despite being classed as a neutral shade, but there was a big jump between this and the other 2 light shades.<br />
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This concealer does have a lot going for it and I think it does live up to its claims for the most part. I’d imagine for those with other skin tones and skin that isn’t very dry like mine that it would be amazing. Ultimately, for me personally the pros still definitely outweigh the cons, and it is a big improvement on the YSL Touche Eclat. For anyone that’s thinking of trying the Urban Decay Naked Skin Concealer or is looking for a new high coverage concealer to try, I would absolutely recommend.<br />
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I’m so happy that I decided to try something new with this concealer. Although not perfect, this little baby has made a big difference to my make up.<br />
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Naked Skin Concealer £17.50, <a href="http://www.urbandecay.co.uk/en_GB/face/concealer/naked-skin/UD503.html">Urban Decay</a><br />
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Tuesday happened to be my birthday, and in my case, I don’t just want a birth day, I want a birth month. So for the whole of July I used my upcoming birthday as my excuse to basically try and get my own way and to justify my terrible spending habits. Not that I ever need an excuse, but hey it’s nice to actually have one. <br />
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My birthday ultimately means more shopping, more clothes, and yes, more shoes. Shoes, shoes, shoes and more shoes; my name is Katie and I am a total shoe addict. In the past month or so I seem to have gone a little crazy and got a ridiculous amount of new ones. And for various reasons; some have been birthday presents from loved ones, some have been birthday treats to myself, some really affordable and gorgeous, and others amazing sale finds I would have been stupid to pass up. So, with that in mind, rather than show some of them in various outfit posts, I thought it may be a good idea to do a whole post dedicated to all of the new additions to my shoedrobe. Fair warning, the majority are actually boots as they are most definitely my weakness, but each and every pair has brought me so much happiness and I want to share them with you.<br />
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<u>Rose Gold Boots £75 <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,10/2540391746">Office</a></u><br />
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First up are my absolute favourites and a pair I have been wanting for a very long time. These rose gold beauties are from Office, one of my favourite shoe stores. I had wanted them in silver for months and had been planning on asking my boyfriend for them for my birthday. That was until they brought them out in rose gold and I died a little, I can’t get enough of it, and so to actually have a pair of rose gold boots is like a dream come true. <br />
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<u>Black Leather Boots £75 <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,10/2540300078">Office</a></u><br />
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I loved my rose gold ones so much I had to get them in black too. They’re such a classic boot but with a nice little twist thanks to that gorgeous wooden look heel. I knew the black would be a smart choice as they’re so versatile and I know I can wear them with pretty much anything, anywhere, anytime. I’m basically just obsessed with these boots and want them in every single colour.<br />
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These shoes were love at first sight. I’ve been paying more and more attention to Next lately, and I spotted these slingback heels in store a few weeks ago. I immediately fell in love with that amazing chunky tan buckle detail and how it contrasts with the black patent. They have a flared heel too which is gorgeous. I feel like they have a kind of sixties vibe to them as well which makes them even dreamier. And if all that weren’t enough, they’re shockingly comfortable.<br />
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Every Autumn/Winter I have a thing for over the knee boots, but at the moment I only have flat pairs and no heels. With the new season fast approaching I decided to add these bad boys to my collection after seeing them in the sale on Asos. Classic black suede style, good heel height, nice length up the leg, and they actually stay up and don’t fall down all the time, which is surely one of the most annoying things about thigh high boots. They’re the perfect addition.<br />
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Would you look at that incredible magenta colour! How could I resist? These Topshop boots really are dream boots. Not only am I in love with the beautiful colour, which already makes a major statement on its own, but then they have the most amazing abstract shaped heel. I just think they’re so cool. People keep asking what they’re like to walk in because of the oddly shaped heel but they’re really comfortable, you’d never know it wasn’t just a normal block heel. They cost more than I would usually pay for boots, but I love them and couldn’t bear the thought of leaving the store without them, so I decided to treat myself for my birthday. <br />
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<u>Black Pointed Shoes £12 Primark</u><br />
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I’ve shown you these before in my last <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/07/mango-trench-jacket.html">outfit post</a>, but I wanted to include them again with a closer look as I think they were a really great find. They’re the ultimate classic black shoe for me. They’re exactly my style with the pointed court shape, they have an ankle strap fastening which I always favour, a nice inverted block heel which is a great height to wear every day, plus being black they go with everything. And only £12, what more could a girl ask for?<br />
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<u>Khaki Ghillie Shoes £14 Primark</u><br />
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These khaki ghillie shoes were another lovely find from a recent trip to Primark’s shoe department. Also available in black and tan, but I felt like the khaki were a little bit different as I don’t own any other khaki shoes at all, and I’m a big fan of ghillie shoes. I’m also kinda loving them paired with some glittery silver socks. I thought it was a slightly odd combo when I first put them on but I really like it, and it’s a great way to add that something extra to an outfit. <br />
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<u>Chelsea Boots With Tortoise Heel £32 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-amber-low-block-heel-chelsea-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6543321&clr=Black&SearchQuery=asos+chelsea+boots+tortoise+heel&pgesize=10&pge=0&totalstyles=10&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=1">Asos</a></u><br />
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I actually got these boots with some Asos reward vouchers I had saved up (seriously, Asos doing loyalty points has to be one of the best things that’s ever happened). I have a real thing for tortoise heels and these low heeled Chelsea boots were perfect for me and are super cute. And I can’t get over how comfortable they are as well. I highly recommend them if you’ve been contemplating buying. <br />
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<u>Navy Patchwork Boots £34 <a href="http://www.asos.com/Warehouse/Warehouse-Patchwork-Boot/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6049228&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Warehouse</a></u><br />
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There may not be many people who agree with me, but I happen to love navy and black together. It’s one of my favourite colour combinations. I had wanted these gorgeous navy patchwork boots from Warehouse for months but I couldn’t justify the £85 price. So imagine my happiness when they went on sale for just £34! I absolutely love the patchwork design on them in suede, leather and patent and I can’t wait to wear them through AW with black tights and big coats. <br />
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So there we have it, all 9 new additions to my shoe collection. Now I am completely aware that this is more shoes than some buy in a whole year never mind a month, but shoes make me very happy. These are all going to get lots and lots of love and wear through the next season and beyond, and like I said it’s my birthday month so it's allowed. I am so in love with them all and I am one very happy birthday girl. <br />
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In my <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/06/personal-style.html">last post</a>, I talked about personal style and how it’s important to try something new and step outside of your fashion comfort zone. I was thinking about it more and more after I published it and heard back from lots of you, and I ended up doing just that last week and I am so happy I did. I clearly should follow my own advice more often because I found this AMAZING jacket in the Mango sale, and if I hadn’t stepped outside my norm I never would have found it. <br />
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So, let me explain why this long, flowy jacket was such a big deal for me to find. I’ve always really loved Mango. I think they do some gorgeous and classic pieces, and there’s always loads I see online and like but I never end up trying any of it. The problem is that years ago I used to attempt to shop there all the time, but nothing ever fit me right and eventually I just gave up and admired from afar. Recently, however, it was my mum’s birthday and we went into Manchester to do some shopping. We ended up having a look in Mango and there were so many lovely things. I have to say that a lot still didn’t fit me right, but as soon as I spotted this trench style jacket, the last one in my size in the sale, it was love at first sight. I tried it on and knew there was no way I would be leaving the store without it. I actually also found my DREAM pink coat as well hidden in the back of the sale with some other winter coats, and I cannot wait to start wearing it once the temperature drops. To be honest I struggled taking it off to go and pay for it I loved it that much. I will definitely be paying much more attention to Mango from now on.<br />
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I should also mention that typically I avoid the summer sales. I’ve said time and time again that Autumn Winter is by far my favourite season fashion wise, and for me the summer sale signifies the beginning of the stores getting the new season stock in. I try my best to avoid the sale and wait for all the beautiful newness to come in and I start buying ready for the autumn. Besides, by the time the sales start I’ve normally already bought enough to fill out and complete my summer wardrobe along with pieces from past years. This year though I decided to do something a little different. I decided I would have a real look in the sales but for pieces I know will actually work in my AW wardrobe as well as what’s left of the warmer season. I instantly knew this jacket was a winner for me. The colour of the jacket is such a gorgeous shade of rust, a colour I happen to be quite the fan of. And being a long, lightweight jacket I know I can wear it during all of this miserable British weather we’re having, and it will be perfect to transition into AW over layers and knitwear. I wouldn’t have ever picked it out online, but seeing it in store I saw its versatility and potential. I really love its loose, flowy shape and I think it adds a great laidback feel. It is just pure love.<br />
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I’m also wearing a gingham smock dress from <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-gingham-smock-dress/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6286165&clr=Multi&SearchQuery=gingham+smock+dress&pgesize=4&pge=0&totalstyles=4&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=3">Asos</a> which was too cute to resist. I’ve expressed my love and strong nostalgia for gingham in a previous post (<a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/05/kick-flares-and-gingham.html">here</a>), and this adorable dress features a navy and white checked print in an oversized smock shape. I would normally wear this kind of outfit with some black ankle boots, but I was dying to wear these new black shoes from Primark. Another buy from my shopping trip with my mum, I did go a little bit crazy in their shoe department. Primark have got some really great shoes in at the moment, and these were one of three pairs I ultimately left with. I thought they were a great classic black shoe for me. Other than their versatility, I really love the heel on them. I always go for a block heel as they’re much comfier and easier to walk in, but these have a slightly inverted heel which is something we’re probably going to be seeing more and more of as they were a common feature during the AW16 fashion week shows, along with a lot of other statement heels, albeit far more severe and drastic than these. <br />
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It turned out to be a very productive and successful shopping trip. I went into it completely open minded, not searching for anything in particular but rather actually looked at everything, and sometimes that ends up being the way you find great pieces you never knew you needed. And I don’t know about you, but I often find that kind of shopping the most fun.<br />
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Flowy Trench Jacket £39.99 in store <a href="http://shop.mango.com/GB/woman">Mango</a> (similar <a href="http://shop.mango.com/GB/p0/woman/clothing/coats/trench-coats/flowy-trench/?id=63065003_18&n=1&s=rebajas_she">here</a>)</div>
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Today’s post is something a little different. I was recently contacted by <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/uk/">Farfetch</a> asking if I’d like to enter a blogger competition, the only condition of entry being that my post has to take inspiration from their summer 2016 blogger content pack. Firstly, I love Farfetch, and I decided I definitely wanted to take part, however not necessarily for the chance to win. Don’t get me wrong, of course I would be over the moon to win, however my main motivation for entering was more of a personal one. As a blogger (I hope I’m ok to officially call myself that now), I think it’s important to constantly keep learning and improving and bringing better content to my blog. I thought it would be quite an interesting challenge to actually look through the content pack and see how I interpreted it and what inspiration I took to translate into a blog post that all of you lovelies would enjoy reading.<br />
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When looking through, the first thing that sparked my interest was a personal style profile of blogger Marie Hindkaer Wolthers from <a href="http://blameitonfashion.com/">Blame it on Fashion</a>. I always find it interesting to hear other people talk about and describe their own relationship with fashion and their personal style, and it’s something that always makes me think about my own. I immediately started thinking about this topic, and I thought it would be a great idea to share my own fashion story and journey into developing my personal style.<br />
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When I first started blogging at the end of 2015, one of the first posts I did was about my love of fashion and how much it helped me during my health problems (you can read my original post <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2015/10/fashion.html">here</a>), but there was so much more I wanted to include and talk about, and this seems like the perfect opportunity to do so.<br />
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It’s pretty obvious that I love fashion; why else would I have a style blog? But my relationship with fashion hasn’t always been an easy one. For as long as I can remember I always loved shopping and putting my little outfits together, taking style inspiration from whoever I admired and looked up to. However, also for as long as I can remember, I’ve had a lot of issues with my appearance and getting dressed used to be extremely difficult. I can’t tell you how many tantrums I would have as a child as I just couldn’t handle the way any of my clothes looked on me. I’ve always really struggled and been very self-conscious over my body and my looks. This got even worse while I was disabled as I ended up gaining a lot of weight and it worsened the depression I was already suffering from because I was so unwell. It was this and this alone that prevented me from starting blogging sooner. I had wanted to start one for such a long time but the thought of taking photos for the world to see was my biggest fear. Fortunately I eventually built up the courage to do so, and my confidence has grown massively as a result of having this blog and all of the lovely comments you guys are kind enough to leave me, but that being said getting dressed still can be hard.<br />
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There are so many pieces of clothing I love and trends I want to join in on, but I’ve learnt that I just can’t wear whatever I want. Some things I’m just not confident enough to wear until I’ve finished losing the weight I gained, sometimes they don’t fit right with my proportions, and now and then they just don’t work for my style. The most important thing I’ve learnt is that I have to know my body, know what works for me, and use that to make trends and styles work better for me so I can still enjoy fashion in its entirety. I now know that certain silhouettes are more flattering on my body shape and what styles and fits will make me more confident, and I honestly believe that being confident in your outfit is vital to personal style and owning your look. The only way to learn these things is to sometimes challenge yourself and step outside of your comfort zone. To try things on you wouldn’t usually wear to see if perhaps they may be better for you than your usual go to. All of this knowledge is key for me personally.<br />
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As I am sure has become very apparent in my outfit posts, I live in dresses and skirts. Pants and jeans are a rarity for me, and there is a simple reason for that: they don’t fit. I have a really hard time finding pants or jeans that fit me right because I have quite wide hips compared to the rest of my body. And on those few occasions that they do fit, they’re too unflattering for me to feel comfortable. This is something I discovered as a teenager at about 16 years old, and it was then I pushed myself outside of my fashion boundaries and started trying out skirts and dresses for everyday wear. It took some getting used to, but it quickly became clear to me that they were much more flattering and I loved wearing a more feminine outfit. I never looked back, and my personal style started to really develop at that point. Throughout college and then further more at university I was able to experiment and get a clear sense of what I loved. I played more with bold colours and prints, different textures and fabrics, and various styling choices.<br />
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So, I’m going to try and describe my personal style and fire off some of my favourite things- First up, my style is definitely very girly and feminine. I love pink, full skirts, florals, sequins and embellishments, velvet, feathers, faux fur, and all of the other pretty things you could possibly think of. I have an extremely deep love for shoes, and an addiction to boots in particular. You will most likely never see my happier than when I buy new shoes, which is quite sad but true. A choker necklace is a must have for me, I rarely wear rings, and I like to contrast different styles, colours and prints. I always look to do something a little unexpected when putting my outfit together, and like to add a nice twist or a bit of an edge. I don’t own a pair of trainers, there’s only one pair of jeans or pants in my wardrobe at the moment, and casual sportswear is not my thing at all. Autumn Winter is my absolute favourite season for fashion. I love to layer and I have a weakness for lots of coats and jackets, plus for the colder season there’s even more boots around for me to lust after. I like to take style inspiration from various decades, with the 60s, 70s and 90s being my favourites. I love street style just as much as seeing a fashion show and take equal amounts of inspiration from both. I love the UK high street with Asos and Topshop being my meccas. And I practically live in black tights.<br />
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When it comes to shopping, I usually have an idea of what I’m looking for. If that isn’t the case I just like to keep my eyes open for anything that speaks to me and catches my eye. I then try to think how I’d style it and what do I currently have that I would wear it with. And finally I consider the price. How much does it cost? Can I afford it? Is it a justifiable price for me to pay based on how much wear I think I’ll get out of it? Of course there are exceptions such as if there’s a special occasion or event coming up as I will pay more whilst knowing it won’t be worn as much, but that’s my general way of thinking when shopping. I mentioned in my last <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/06/red-floral-cami-dress.html">outfit post</a> that I don’t like to spend much on summer fashion; for the sole reason that here in the UK we just don’t really get a summer. So I’ll add a few key pieces and then look for much more affordable things. I instead save my money for autumn when I have a tendency to want absolutely everything and go a little crazy. But in my defence I know those pieces will get much more wear and be more versatile for me, the majority of the time at least, making it more justifiable in my fashion obsessed mind.<br />
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Styling my outfits is my favourite part. It’s what I’m passionate about and absolutely love to do. My starting point could be anything. It could be a piece of clothing, it could be my shoes, perhaps I need to wear something quite specific for where I’m going, anything. If I’ve recently bought something new I usually will be dying to wear it so will plan my outfit around that new purchase. Being a shoe obsessee, I always love to think of my footwear choice very early on in the styling process. And after that I will think about other accessories such as my bag and jewellery. I tend to keep my jewellery quite simple, with some kind of choker and perhaps a bangle or two. I usually prefer to keep the focus on just one or two pieces, so will often keep the rest of my look subtler. I do follow trends, however at the end of the day I know what I like and what I don’t. I will buy the things I see and fall head over heels in love with, and then it’s just a matter of incorporating them with the rest of my wardrobe. I’ll often pair things together that other people wouldn’t or that some might think don’t work, but all that matters to me is if I like it. If I love an outfit I’m going to wear it, and that love will give me the confidence to own it and not care what others think. Ultimately I think that’s what personal style is. It’s finding what works for you and what makes you happy, regardless of anything else.<br />
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Fashion is my greatest passion and I can’t effectively put into words how much I love it and how much it means to me. Once I started discovering my own style, my confidence grew, and it enabled me to become myself. It’s how I express myself, my identity and how I’m feeling. And I think that is a truly incredible thing.<br />
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I know this has been quite a long post, but I do hope you’ve found it interesting or helpful in some way. I always enjoy reading about other people’s personal style and their approach to shopping and dressing, so hopefully I’ve done a somewhat decent job of giving you a better idea into my style and processes.<br />
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I’d love to hear what you think of personal style and if it’s as important to you as it is to me?<br />
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Here in Manchester we were enjoying absolutely gorgeous weather; the sun was shining, the skies were blue, and it was pretty darn hot. Unfortunately it was short lived and the past 2 weeks have been miserable and full of rain. Luckily though I took some outfit photos before the weather took a turn for the worse. The blinding sun on this particular day did make it quite difficult, so apologies for the quality of some of these photos, but it’s an outfit that I love and had to share.<br />
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Sadly, here in the UK we’re used to not having much of a summer, and as a result I’m often quite reluctant on spending much on summer fashion. I will spend more on a few pieces that I really love, such as my recent <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/05/3-ways-to-wear-floral-dress-part-1.html">Topshop floral dress</a> and <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/03/floral-embroidered-bomber-jacket.html">Asos embroidered bomber jacket</a>, but I usually try and avoid spending a lot on clothes as I know that they won’t get much wear. I instead try and find much more affordable things, and Primark is the first place I like to go. I haven’t been in for quite a while, but I’ve been twice in the last month and got some really great things that I know are going to help see me through the summer. This red floral cami dress is one of my recent buys, and it is perfect to add some summer brightness to my wardrobe. <br />
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Layering a cami or slip dress over a classic white t-shirt is my go to, and I love how very 90s this style of dress is. I was a 90s child, and it’s one of my favourite decades fashion wise. Granted, my style choices back then were largely influenced by Britney, The Spice Girls and an array of kids TV shows, and were very poorly executed I’m sure. Now though in adulthood I get to enjoy the 90s in all of their fashion clad glory as trends from back then are re-imagined and modernised. Cami dresses seem to be the key piece this season to add some 90s vibes, and wearing some kind of top underneath is my favourite way of styling them. Of course for evening cami and slip dresses are in their element teamed with heels, but making them daytime appropriate is more my thing. This particular <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-contrast-ribbed-panel-t-shirt/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5863453&clr=White&SearchQuery=asos+tshirt+ribbed&pgesize=14&pge=0&totalstyles=14&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">white t-shirt</a> is from Asos, and I opted for some black 60s style <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-rave-time-60s-chelsea-ankle-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5259643&clr=Black&SearchQuery=60s+boots&pgesize=4&pge=0&totalstyles=4&gridsize=3&gridrow=2&gridcolumn=1">chelsea boots</a> which I got last year to finish off.<br />
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This look is fast becoming my summer uniform, sadly with an added jacket and tights while the weather continues sucking here. I love the loose shape and the light, floaty fabric of this dress. I actually got a few different colours and prints of this style from Primark, along with some gorgeous plisse dresses that I can’t wait to share with you. Hopefully the weather improves soon and we get some more of the lovely sunshine.<br />
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Red Cami Dress £8 Primark</div>
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White T-Shirt £10 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-contrast-ribbed-panel-t-shirt/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5863453&clr=White&SearchQuery=asos+tshirt+ribbed&pgesize=14&pge=0&totalstyles=14&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">Asos</a></div>
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Ankle Boots on sale £15 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-rave-time-60s-chelsea-ankle-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5259643&clr=Black&SearchQuery=60s+boots&pgesize=4&pge=0&totalstyles=4&gridsize=3&gridrow=2&gridcolumn=1">Asos</a></div>
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Fishnet Socks £0.99 <a href="http://www.lamoda.co.uk/black-fishnets">Lamoda</a></div>
The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-72496284455832993922016-06-14T17:24:00.000+01:002018-10-14T15:06:00.870+01:00MULES, MULES, MULESMules are everywhere right now and I for one can’t get enough. They’re a massive footwear trend for this summer and I am down right loving them. Mules were all over the S/S16 runways, with designers giving us a new, youthful reinvention of this classic style. They’re the perfect, easy breezy summer shoe, a one stop style that can take you straight from day to night time.<br />
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There are like a bjillion pairs of mules that I want at the moment. Perhaps that’s a bit of an exaggeration, but there are definitely an awful lot that I’m in love with. The trusty UK high street has lots of different options when it comes to heel height, style, colours and fabrics, with most having a comfortable block heel. I’m basically obsessed with them. So, with that in mind, I thought I would share a selection of my favourites and the ones that I am seriously swooning over. <br />
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<b><u>The Neutrals</u></b><br />
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Clockwise from top left: 1. <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-FIDDLE-Mule-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6256752&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">ASOS</a> £22, 2. <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/prosecco-pearl-effect-high-heel-mules-5602053?bi=0&ps=20">TOPSHOP</a> £92, 3. <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/nino-soft-unlined-mules-5233879?bi=0&ps=20">TOPSHOP</a> £59, 4. <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,33/2589000079">OFFICE</a> £60, 5. <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/shoes/view-all/high-heel-crossover-leather-sandals-c719531p3154326.html">ZARA</a> £39.99, 6. <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-shoes/tan-suedette-peep-toe-mid-heel-mules-_379488218?productFind=search">NEW LOOK</a> £19.99<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-FIDDLE-Mule-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6256752&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Asos Mule Sandals With Tortoise Heel in White</a> £22<br />
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This Asos pair is going to be one of the most wearable out of the mules I’ve included. They have a very low heel, so they’re sure to be comfortable and are an easy casual shoe for every day wear. What really drew me to these is of course the gorgeous tortoise heel which I absolutely love. The heel spruces this simple shoe up and adds some lovely detail which helps them still stand out amongst the abundance of mules all over the high street. They’re faux leather, and come in both black and white, so the hardest thing is choosing which colour to go for (I honestly can’t decide which I prefer).<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/prosecco-pearl-effect-high-heel-mules-5602053?bi=0&ps=20">Topshop Pearl Effect High Heel Mules in Black</a> £92<br />
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These insanely amazing Topshop mules are so utterly dreamy. I mean, just look at that incredible pearly heel and bow detail! They’re definitely a wear with care kind of shoe, and at the price I would need to execute a lot of caution in making sure nothing happened to them. They are very special indeed. These are also available in white, and there is a slightly lower heel version which comes in black and what I would describe as duck egg blue. They’re the most expensive pair I’ve included, and would certainly be more of a splurge purchase for me. But they are stunning and totally drool worthy.<br />
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3. <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/nino-soft-unlined-mules-5233879?bi=0&ps=20">Topshop Soft Unlined Mules in Black Leather</a> £59<br />
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Probably the most classic pair, these simple black leather mules would be unbelievably versatile. Their low heel and the soft upper section makes them perfect for any look and any occasion. I can’t think of a more wearable pair of mules, and they have a square toe too which I love. If you prefer something a little fancier, you can also get these in silver leather, and there’s 3 different suede options- soft grey, light blue and pink - all of which I of course want!<br />
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4. <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,33/2589000079">Office Closed Toe Mules in Black Suede</a> £60<br />
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This pair from Office is a little different to the rest. As you can see, this is the only pair of mules I’ve included that has a closed toe. I do really love the closed toe style, but they’re far less common than peep toe mules this season. That being said, there are some super stylish pairs. These black suede ones are my favourite, and they’re available in nude pink suede too if you’ve had enough of black (if that's even possible).<br />
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5. <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/shoes/view-all/high-heel-crossover-leather-sandals-c719531p3154326.html">Zara High Heel Crossover Mules in White</a> £39.99<br />
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Zara always do really gorgeous, classic shoes, and these white mules are no exception. They’re very chic and oh so stylish. They have the popular wood effect heel which adds a nice contrast against the bright, summery white of the criss-cross straps. They’re just beautiful. <br />
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6. <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-shoes/tan-suedette-peep-toe-mid-heel-mules-_379488218?productFind=search">New Look Mid Heel Mules in Tan</a> £19.99<br />
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I happen to be very fond of tan accessories and tan footwear in particular. They’re often a go to for me, so I think a tan suedette mule is another rather classic option. I feel like this neutral colour adds some warmth to your outfit and you can’t really go wrong with a tan shoe. These are such an affordable price as well, and they’re also available in black. <br />
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7. <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,33/2457175004">Office Block Heel Mules in Pink Suede</a> £48<br />
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Office have got these suede mid heel mules in a few different colour options, but this blush pink shade is my personal pick. Suede seems to be the material of choice for mules, with leather a close second. I often prefer suede shoes so this gorgeous style is right up my street. They also come in grey and black, and they actually also had apricot which I loved as they were a really unique, gorgeous colour, but unfortunately they’re currently sold out. These pretty pink ones are new in and couldn’t be any cuter.<br />
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8. <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-HITCH-A-RIDE-Lace-Up-Mules/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6412338&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Asos Lace Up Mules in Teal Velvet</a> £45<br />
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Ok, so I may technically be cheating a little bit with these lace up shoes, but Asos describe them as mules, and who am I to argue with Asos? Lace up shoes are definitely a favourite of mine, regardless of the style, and these are just amazing. I decided to include them in this incredibly beautiful shade of teal, but they also come in a dreamy shade of pastel pink. Bonus: they’re also velvet, and I love me some velvet shoes.<br />
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9. <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,33/2572291746">Office Mules in Rose Gold Leather</a> £58<br />
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Metallics are a huge trend this season and bring an unexpected twist to summer style. And let’s face it, they’re pretty darn snazzy too. There are quite a few pairs of gorgeous metallic mules, but these beauties from Office are definitely one of my favourites. I really love the contrasting wooden look heel, which is a common feature of quite a lot of mules and sandals at the moment. Plus I am a sucker for anything rose gold. I can’t get enough of it. These also come in silver, or there’s black and white if the metallic thing isn’t for you.<br />
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10. <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/riot-flared-mules-5631178?bi=0&ps=20">Topshop Flared Heel Mules in Pink</a> £65<br />
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How fab are these hot pink mules? Yet another glorious statement shoe from the ever dependable Topshop. These are another gorgeous metallic pair in a stunning shade of pink, and they have an amazing flared heel. I think they’re kind of 80’s disco-tastic and a perfect party shoe. If the pink doesn’t do it for you, you can also get them in an equally dazzling gold.<br />
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11. <a href="http://ego.co.uk/kimmie-block-heeled-mule-in-light-blue-faux-suede.html">Ego Block Heeled Mule in Light Blue</a> £24.99<br />
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This is another great suede option, this time in a faux suede and at a lower price as a result. I love the criss-cross detailing and the higher heel height on these Ego mules, and again there are a few different colours available, including a classic black, light grey and an absolutely beautiful soft pink. This light blue colour seemed a bit different and I love them for it, plus it’s a lovely summery shade.<br />
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12. <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/shoes/heeled-sandals/braided-high-heel-mules-c358014p3203504.html">Zara Braided High Heel Mules in Yellow</a> £49.99<br />
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I had to include this pair from Zara in the most summer appropriate, sunshine yellow shade. They have a wood effect heel to break it up a bit so they’re not too OTT, but they’re definitely more unique than some of the others. I love the detail of the braided upper section, and they’re going to add a bright pop of colour to any look.<br />
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This post actually took me quite a while to put together, purely because I had such a hard time narrowing it down to 12 pairs (it was supposed to only be 8). There are just so many gorgeous mules to choose from. They are definitely the shoe you need this summer.<br />
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Today’s post is the final part of my 3 ways to wear a floral dress series (see part 1 <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/05/3-ways-to-wear-floral-dress-part-1.html">here</a> and part 2 <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/06/3-ways-to-wear-floral-dress-part-2.html">here</a>), and I’m not sure but I think I may have saved the best for last. I was positive that my first look was going to be my favourite, but now I’m not so sure. I wanted my final outfit to be an evening look and to show an edgier way to style a floral dress such as this one from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=20&ps=20">Topshop</a>. I don’t typically feature that many evening looks, so maybe that’s why I’m loving this one so darn much. <br />
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My go to piece when I want to toughen my look up a bit is definitely a classic leather jacket, and a biker style is my favourite. I really love the contrast that comes from mixing a typically pretty, feminine floral dress with edgier, darker pieces such as this jacket, and I kept the rest of the look in keeping with this styling choice. These black, open toed, lace up stiletto heels from <a href="http://ego.co.uk/tyra-lace-up-faux-suede-stiletto-heels-in-black.html">Ego</a> are perfect to take this look into the night time, and as I’m sure I’ve mentioned before I have a deep love and real weakness for lace up shoes of any kind. I was actually lucky enough to win the shoes last week from a competition I recently entered, and I was so excited. I think it’s pretty well known that I love shoes, so winning this gorgeous pair was amazing and I couldn’t wait to feature them on the blog. As soon as I decided to do this series of posts, I knew I was going to wear them with my evening look. I can seriously hardly walk in them, but I have a steely determination that I will master them without breaking my neck in the process.<br />
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As much as I love shoes, and all of the beautiful, beautiful styles that bring me so much happiness, I actually really hate my feet, and actually feet in general for that matter. So come summer time I always whip out the socks and shoes combo. It’s a look I’ve done and loved for years now and fortunately for me it’s now a popular option. Fishnet socks seem to be the go to choice at the moment and a big trend right now. I managed to find this great pair from <a href="http://www.lamoda.co.uk/black-fishnets">Lamoda</a> for just 99p, and they were the perfect pair for this outfit to add that extra bit of edge.<br />
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It would have been easy to add some statement jewellery to finish this look off and glam it up, but I still wanted the focus to primarily be on the floral dress and the lovely colours which stand out against the black. So I instead decided to keep my jewellery quite subtle with a simple black <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-basic-velvet-choker-necklace/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5755235&clr=Black&SearchQuery=asos+velvet+choker&pgesize=12&pge=0&totalstyles=12&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=1">velvet choker</a> and a couple of gold bangles, and added a small black bag to complete my outfit. <br />
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As I said in the first part of this series, there are so many ways to style a floral dress. I think they can be such a versatile piece to have in your wardrobe for the summer, and these are just 3 of my favourite ways to wear them. I’ve really enjoyed doing this little series, so I hope that you’ve enjoyed it too.<br />
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I’d love to know which look has been your favourite, and let me know how you like to wear floral summer dresses.<br />
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Floral Tea Dress £42 <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=20&ps=20">Topshop</a></div>
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Faux Leather Biker Jacket no longer available H&M (similar <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jackets-and-coats/black-leather-look-belted-biker-jacket-_364161501">here</a> and <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/outerwear/jackets/faux-leather-jacket-c798508p3275514.html">here</a>)</div>
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Lace Up Heels £29.99 <a href="http://ego.co.uk/tyra-lace-up-faux-suede-stiletto-heels-in-black.html">Ego</a></div>
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Fishnet Socks £0.99 <a href="http://www.lamoda.co.uk/black-fishnets">Lamoda</a></div>
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Cross Body Bag no longer available Asos (similar <a href="http://www.forever21.com/UK/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_handbags_crossbody-bag&ProductID=1000165526&VariantID=">here</a>)</div>
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Velvet Choker £5 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-basic-velvet-choker-necklace/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5755235&clr=Black&SearchQuery=asos+velvet+choker&pgesize=12&pge=0&totalstyles=12&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=1">Asos</a></div>
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On Monday, I shared with you the first part of a series of posts I’m doing of 3 ways to wear a floral dress, which you can check out <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/05/3-ways-to-wear-floral-dress-part-1.html">here</a> if you haven’t already. Today I have part 2 for you, which is another of my favourite ways to wear floral summer dresses.<br />
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This look is a much more casual and daytime appropriate way to wear floral dresses in the spring and summer time, and it’s perhaps the more typical sartorial choice for a pretty dress like this. It’s still easy to keep it looking fresh and modern and make it right for you. The key part for me was adding a denim jacket, which is a must have for me for those chillier days at this time of year. My usual denim jacket is a couple of years old now and has been worn so much that it was looking a bit too tattered, and not in the good way. I felt like I needed a new one this year, so for the past few weeks I’ve been on the lookout for an affordable replacement. I spotted this gorgeous cropped style recently in <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0348678003.html">H&M</a> and it was exactly what I was after, and a bargain at £19.99. I went for it in a light blue denim, but they also have it in a <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0348678001.html">mid-blue</a> as well. Just chucking on a denim jacket over any outfit can transform it into a more casual and laidback look. <br />
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I’ve paired my beautiful <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=20&ps=20">Topshop dress</a> with some simple flat ghillie shoes, which is a style I happen to blooming love. You could actually switch out these shoes for pretty much any flats or trainers and they would work perfectly with a floral dress for a casual look. For the rest of my accessories, I decided to add some warmth with neutral tones which complimented the print on my dress. I opted for a tan saddle bag which is a great everyday style, and finished off with a simple tan <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Basic-Double-Cord-Choker-Necklace/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6423525">cord choker</a>. Add a pair of statement sunglasses to keep it looking cool and on trend and you’re good to go.<br />
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I think this is a gorgeous casual outfit and a great example of how you could wear a floral dress this summer. My 3rd and final look will be up on Friday, but in the meantime let me know what you think of the 2 looks I’ve shown so far.<br />
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Floral Tea Dress £42 <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=20&ps=20">Topshop</a></div>
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Denim Jacket £19.99 <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0348678003.html">H&M</a></div>
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Ghillie Shoes no longer available Topshop (similar <a href="https://www.missguided.co.uk/footwear/flats/scallop-edge-lace-up-flats-black">here</a> and <a href="http://www.asos.com/Glamorous/Glamorous-Black-Suede-Ghillie-Tie-Up-Flat-Shoes/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6020651&cid=6459&Rf-200=4&sh=0&pge=2&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Black&totalstyles=124&gridsize=3">here</a>)</div>
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Saddle Bag no longer available Topshop (similar <a href="http://www.dunelondon.com/dashes-tassel-trim-saddle-bag-0022500110054351/">here</a>)</div>
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Double Cord Choker £4 <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Basic-Double-Cord-Choker-Necklace/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6423525">Asos</a></div>
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For a while now, I’ve wanted to do a series of posts where I show 3 different ways to style a key piece of clothing, it was just a matter of finding the right piece. When I got this gorgeous floral dress from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=0&ps=20&Ntt=tea%20dress">Topshop</a> a couple of weeks ago, I knew this was what I wanted to use. A floral dress is an absolute staple for me for spring summer, as it is for so many. Obviously, florals for summer is as predictable as it gets, but hey, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it, or whatever the fashion equivalent of that saying is. The fact that floral prints are so popular this time of year is great as it means we’re offered up a whole variety of prints, colours, shapes and styles, so it’s a guarantee that you’ll be able to find a floral dress that’s right for you. <br />
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This Topshop dress is the newest addition to my floral dress collection (and I do have a fair few), and my god is it a beauty. Its official name is actually ‘Secret Garden Tea Dress’, which I thought was extremely apt and such a pretty name; a pretty name for a very pretty dress. Seeing the unusual chartreuse mustard colour and the beautiful print was love at first sight. Plus, I happen to love a tea dress. My favourite part though is the lovely ruffles at the plunging v-neckline which has a tie fastening. I actually had to sew the neckline up about an inch as it was just a little too low for me. Luckily, the ruffles act as the perfect camouflage to conceal my shockingly poor sewing skills (you would never believe I studied garment construction and sewing for 2 years as part of my degree). <br />
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What I really love about floral dresses, other than the general girlishness, is that there are endless styling possibilities. There are a million different ways you can wear them to make them work for you, your style and the occasion. So, with that in mind, I’m going to show you 3 of my favourite ways to style a floral summer dress.<br />
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This first look is a more on trend, original way to style a floral dress and it’s the way I personally like to wear dresses such as this. Pairing this dress with my knee high snake boots from <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-come-on-then-knee-high-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5611049&clr=Snake&SearchQuery=knee+boots&pgesize=36&pge=1&totalstyles=155&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=2">Asos</a> was actually the first look I thought of when I decided to do this series of posts, so I felt it was only right to feature it first. I always think these boots add some serious seventies sass to any outfit, so to take the seventies vibes even further I added my current favourite suede patchwork shoulder bag from Topshop. And of course I finished the look off with my must have accessory: a <a href="http://www.lamoda.co.uk/i-ll-bring-you-flowers-black-lace-choker">choker necklace</a>.<br />
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I love mixing different prints and styles to create a look that’s more unexpected and a little different. I definitely don’t follow rules when it comes to fashion, I just wear what I want and what I think looks good. I happen to absolutely love this outfit combination and I really hope you do too.<br />
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I’m going to be posting the rest of this series later on this week. My 2nd look is going to be up on Wednesday, and the 3rd and final look will be up on Friday. If you don’t already, you can follow my blog on Bloglovin <a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/style-blossom-14628341">here</a> and make sure you never miss a post. <br />
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Katie xx<br />
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Floral Tea Dress £42 <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/secret-garden-tea-dress-5113312?bi=0&ps=20&Ntt=tea%20dress">Topshop</a></div>
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Knee High Boots £42 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-come-on-then-knee-high-boots/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5611049&clr=Snake&SearchQuery=knee+boots&pgesize=36&pge=1&totalstyles=155&gridsize=3&gridrow=3&gridcolumn=2">Asos</a></div>
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Patchwork Shoulder Bag no longer available Topshop (similar <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/bags-accessories-1702216/bags-purses-462/suede-patchwork-shoulder-bag-5118931?bi=140&ps=20">here</a>)</div>
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Floral Lace Choker £3.99 <a href="http://www.lamoda.co.uk/i-ll-bring-you-flowers-black-lace-choker">Lamoda</a></div>
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Belt no longer available Asos (similar <a href="http://www.forever21.com/UK/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_belts&ProductID=2000205111&VariantID=">here</a>)</div>
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Whenever I have some time to kill, you can pretty much guarantee I either make a bee-line for Starbucks or I head to the nearest Boots to have a mooch around. The latter is most certainly a dangerous choice, as there’s always something new I spot or there’s an offer on I can’t pass up, but never the less that is where I tend to go. My most recent trip to Boots resulted in me buying a few bits, some new and some must have favourites, and I thought I would share them with you. I actually haven’t done a haul type of blog post before, but I thought it would be a good way to share some of my new goodies and do a quick review of each. So, let’s get stuck in, shall we?<br />
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I was so excited when L’Oreal launched this new range of nail varnish. They’re described as being L’Oreal’s first polish that is enriched with precious oils, offering intense colour and shine in one stroke. I don’t often pay too much attention to these kinds of claims from nail polishes, and instead I usually just go off the colours and see if any catch my eye. With this launch though, all of the colours looked gorgeous, and I’m not gonna lie, I really loved the packaging (yes, I judged them by the packaging. I’m shallow, I know!). It’s actually some of the best nail varnish packaging I’ve seen, and it looks very luxe and stylish. I also think the range of colours available is brilliant. I never buy more than one shade from a new brand or range in case I don’t like the formula, so I narrowed it down to this colour which is called Rose Ballet as I don’t have any other like it in my collection. It’s a very unique, beautiful shade of rose with a good amount of pink and brown to it. The formula is amazing, full of shine and vibrant opacity, with only one coat needed on some nails, or two thin coats on others. What I also really love about this polish is the brush. It has a very wide, quite round brush which makes application incredibly easy and quick, and it deposits a great amount of product. I’ve honestly used it non-stop since I bought it, and my manicure has been taking less time than it usually does with my other polishes. Plus, the wear time is excellent with minimal chipping. I’m so impressed with this polish, and I’m dying to get some more shades from the range to see if they perform as well as this one does.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Exaggerate-Eye-Liner_6935/">Rimmel Exaggerate Eye Liner</a> in shade 001 100% black £5.29<br />
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This right here is my go to liquid eye liner, an absolute must have make up product for me. I feel almost naked when I don’t have time to do my eye liner and I’m forced to step out without my cat flick. I’ve actually used this particular liner from Rimmel since I first started using liquid liner about 11 years ago. It is by no means perfect, and I do have some minor gripes with it such as some flaking and fall out (I hate those dreaded little black bits that fall under your eyes). But no matter how many other, and often more expensive liquid liners I try, they never end up being as good as this little drug store gem. The brush is just the right firmness to make for easy and steady application with a pointed tip for the precision needed at the inner corner and outer flick. I always have a spare one in the house for when it starts to get a bit too thick or it runs out as I cannot live without it. I will continue my search for the perfect liner, but by this point I don’t think I’ll find one that beats this. The price is a major bonus too as it’s only £5.29, and for the solid, long lasting black line it gives you can’t complain.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Color-Sensational-Lip-Liner_1211444/">Maybelline Color Sensational Lip Liner</a> in shade 140 Intense Pink £3.99<br />
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I was after a rose pink lip liner and this Color Sensational liner from Maybelline was exactly the shade I was looking for. It’s such a pretty colour. The formula is lovely too, it applies smoothly and easily, it has great precision to define the lip line, and the wear time is excellent.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Sally-Hansen-Insta-Dri-Anti-Chip-Top-Coat_1038032/">Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Anti Chip Top Coat</a> £5.99<br />
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I have tried so many top coats over the years I’ve lost count. I started using this Sally Hansen top coat about 6 or 7 months ago and I was immediately impressed. I’m impatient when it comes to waiting for my nails to dry, so a fast drying top coat is essential for me. This one actually claims to dry any nail colour in just 30 seconds, which seems like an exaggeration if you ask me. Don’t get me wrong it is definitely fast drying, but in 30 seconds? I don’t think so. It probably does dry it to a certain extent, but not to the point where you’re safe to actually use your hands without smudging and ruining all of your work. I like to leave them a good 5 minutes or so and even then I am extremely careful for as long as possible. It’s also an anti-chip top coat, which I do agree with as my manicures last a lot longer with this than any other top coat I’ve tried and there is certainly less chipping. It also gives amazing shine to my nails which is important to me. It‘s definitely the best top coat I’ve ever used and I’m already on my second bottle of it. <br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Batiste-Dry-Shampoo-Heavenly-Vol-400ml_1743745/">Batiste Heavenly Volume Dry Shampoo</a> 400ml £6.49<br />
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I don’t think I could live without dry shampoo. Yes, I’m being dramatic, but seriously, I don’t know how I coped before I started using it. My hair is very fine and goes greasy too quickly, and I used to have to wash it every single day which drove me mad. Then I heard about trying talcum powder to help it last a little bit longer. It worked for an extra day, but let’s be honest it did not look good. I was fortunate though as I have blonde hair so I didn’t have the tell-tale white powder clearly visible for all to see. But then along came Batiste with their miracle in a bottle. As I said I have fine hair, and it’s constantly flat to my head, requiring a whole army of volumising products. Batiste’s volumising dry shampoo is therefore an absolute life saver for me as it does both in one; it refreshes my hair whilst adding some much needed volume.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Blonde-Grips-Pk-70_1777806/">Boots Blonde Hair Grips</a> pack of 70 £2.50<br />
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I don’t know about you but I am forever having my hair grips magically disappear. It’s crazy how many have gone missing. Anyway, I was on my last couple of grips and desperately needed some more so I picked these Boots ones up. I really like them as they have a tighter grip which I need for my fine and often slippery hair. I got this pack of 70 grips for £2.50 which I thought was quite reasonable. Now let’s see how long I can keep them for.<br />
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So, there you have it, my latest buys from Boots. Be sure to let me know if you’ve tried any of these products as I’d love to know what you think.<br />
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I love shoes. Always have, always will. There’s just something about buying new shoes that makes me incredibly, ridiculously happy. There’s a line from the film In Her Shoes with Cameron Diaz and Toni Collette that’s always stuck with me. Toni Collette is explaining why she loves to buy shoes and has a whole closet full, and it’s very simple: shoes always fit. I can’t tell you how many clothes I’ve bought only to gain or lose weight and have them no longer fit me, not to mention all the things I’ve tried on that have looked a mess. So the promise of shoes always fitting and looking good is extremely comforting. Plus, for me, my shoes are often what I love choosing the most when putting together an outfit. They have the power to transform your outfit, to change the style and feel of it.<br />
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As with most people who love shoes, I constantly have a long list of all the shoes and boots I want. I have to admit that mine is a little out of control at the moment, there are so many gorgeous pairs around. Today’s outfit post, however, is focusing on the <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-SWITCH-IT-ON-Pointed-Heels/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6090432&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">newest addition</a> to my shoe collection. These were very high up on my wish list, and ever since I got my <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/03/floral-embroidered-bomber-jacket.html">floral embroidered bomber jacket</a> they went straight to the top. I kept imagining outfits I wanted to wear my jacket with and in most cases I wanted to have these shoes to finish the look off. I love a good pair of snakey shoes or boots, but it was the rose and pink colours used on these that made them stand out and pair perfectly with my pink and black jacket. Pink has definitely been very present in my wardrobe choices and fashion purchases as of late, so the shoes were a perfect fit. There’s so much I love about them that made them special. First up, they’re T-bar shoes, which is one of my favourite styles. They have a pointed toe, which I tend to go for as I like the kind of ladylike effect it gives. And finally, they have a low heel that makes them comfy and wearable for every day. So they’re ticking all the boxes for me.<br />
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As I said, I wanted these shoes primarily to go with my <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Premium-Bomber-Jacket-with-Floral-Embroidery/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6192303&cid=0">bomber jacket</a>, so of course I had to wear it with the shoes the first time they went for an outing. I’m also wearing my new <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Kick-Flare-Trousers-in-Twill/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5642330&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed">kick flares </a>which I showed you <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/05/kick-flares-and-gingham.html">last week</a>, and a white, longline top in a sheer, printed knit that has blouson sleeves and lots of frills from <a href="http://www.asos.com/Stitch-Pieces/Stitch-Pieces-Longline-Top-With-Frill/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6479565&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Stitch & Pieces</a>. I think the shoes pair really well with the outfit. They’re pretty shoes that are quite slim and dainty, and I like the contrast between them and the rest of my outfit which is very oversized, loose and casual. <br />
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Floral Embroidered Bomber Jacket £65 <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Premium-Bomber-Jacket-with-Floral-Embroidery/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6192303&cid=0">Asos</a> (similar <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/bombers/reversible-bomber-jacket-c812577p3354539.html">here</a>, <a href="https://sisterjane.com/products/poppy-satin-bomber-jacket">here</a> and <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jackets-and-coats/black-embroidered-contrast-sleeve-bomber-jacket_379574109">here</a>)<br />
White Longline Top £25 <a href="http://www.asos.com/stitch-pieces/stitch-pieces-longline-top-with-frill/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6479565&clr=White&SearchQuery=stitch+and+pieces&pgesize=36&pge=0&totalstyles=67&gridsize=3&gridrow=5&gridcolumn=2">Stitch & Pieces</a><br />
Kick Flares £25 <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Kick-Flare-Trousers-in-Twill/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5642330&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Asos</a><br />
Pointed Shoes £38 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-switch-it-on-pointed-heels/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6090432&clr=Snake&SearchQuery=switch+it+on&pgesize=2&pge=0&totalstyles=2&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">Asos</a><br />
Lace Socks £4 <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Lace-Socks/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6075545&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&CTARef=Recently%20Viewed&WT.ac=rec_viewed&CTAref=Recently+Viewed">Asos</a>The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-15033745209663878752016-05-06T11:59:00.000+01:002018-10-14T15:08:27.795+01:00KICK FLARES AND GINGHAM<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In case you haven’t already heard it from every fashion blogger and magazine, kick flares are the new denim you need in your wardrobe. This new shape looks to be inspired by the flared bell bottom jeans of the seventies, which is still a big trend in itself this season. The kick flare, however, is a much cooler take on this flared denim style due to its cropped length. Sitting anywhere between the ankle and the mid-calf, this new trend is much more flattering than you might think, and it’s extremely versatile. <br />
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The pair I’m wearing here are from <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-kick-flare-trousers-in-twill/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5642330&clr=Black&SearchQuery=Asos+Kick+Flares">Asos</a>, and they’re made of a stretch twill denim which makes them unbelievably comfortable. I’ve talked about my struggles finding jeans that fit right in a <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/01/floral-embroidered-jeans.html">previous post</a>, so I’m usually quite reluctant to even bother trying unless I’m really in love with them and desperate to try. That was definitely the case with these. I’ve wanted a great pair of kick flares for the past couple of months and one day decided to go ahead and order these, and I am so happy I did. I was quite shocked to find that they actually fit me very well, thanks in part to the stretch the denim has (although fair warning, hair and fluff sticks to them like mad, not good when you have a dog). Other than the fact that the length on these seemed perfect and the flare shape wasn’t too exaggerated, I loved that they have a raw edge hem. This is very popular for cropped denim this season, regardless of whether or not the leg is flared, and it is something I wanted my kick flares to have. It just adds to the modernity of them and keeps them looking cool and casual. <br />
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I have seen so many people wearing this style of cropped flares, and each of them has worn them differently and all have looked good. There are so many ways you can style them. I personally like them kept casual with a top or t shirt. However, for a more tailored look, they look great with a crisp shirt or structured blazer. What drew me to this Asos pair in particular is that they have a figure flattering high waist, so they’re perfect to tuck your top into and add a belt for a stylish finish. There are endless styling possibilities.<br />
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I decided to pair mine with an oversized pink and white gingham top I got recently from <a href="http://www.asos.com/i-love-friday/i-love-friday-oversized-top-with-ruffle-hem-in-gingham/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6490862&clr=Pink&SearchQuery=i+love+friday&pgesize=17&pge=0&totalstyles=17&gridsize=3&gridrow=2&gridcolumn=3">I Love Friday</a>, a brand I’ve never bought from before but with whom I have now fallen in love with. I have a real thing for gingham, not only because it makes me think of Dorothy’s adventures in the wonderful Land of Oz, but it also takes me back to when I was a little girl in primary school. For anyone in the UK, do you remember the little gingham school dresses you were allowed to wear to school in the spring and summer instead of your typical boring uniform? They were the cutest little dresses. I absolutely loved them and I would always be desperate for the warmer months to roll around so I could wear them again. Anyway, ever since then, I have loved gingham and always seem to be drawn right to it for the spring summer season. This beautiful top is appliqued with the prettiest little white flowers and has a lovely ruffled hem, making it adorably girly and too cute for me to resist.<br />
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I completed my outfit by adding some little <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-lace-socks/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6075545&clr=Black&SearchQuery=asos+lace+socks&pgesize=9&pge=0&totalstyles=9&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2">black lace socks</a> and my gorgeous block heeled <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-simone-heels/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5931080&clr=Black&SearchQuery=Simone+Heels&SearchRedirect=true">glove shoes</a> which I shared with you in <a href="http://www.thestyleblossom.com/2016/03/denim-smock-dress-and-glove-shoes.html">this post</a>. The cropped length of kick flares makes for all kinds of greatness as it allows your shoes to be on full display. Just like with clothing, there are so many choices for your footwear with these jeans. You could opt for boots, trainers, sandals, flats, or heels; any shoes would work. I recently wore them with some heeled ankle boots and they looked amazing. These kick flares are a great addition to my wardrobe and have given it an instant update.<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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Kick Flares £25 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-kick-flare-trousers-in-twill/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5642330&clr=Black&SearchQuery=Asos+Kick+Flares">Asos</a></div>
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Gingham Oversized Top £40 <a href="http://www.asos.com/i-love-friday/i-love-friday-oversized-top-with-ruffle-hem-in-gingham/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6490862&clr=Pink&SearchQuery=i+love+friday&pgesize=17&pge=0&totalstyles=17&gridsize=3&gridrow=2&gridcolumn=3">I Love Friday</a></div>
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Block Heeled Shoes £35 <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-simone-heels/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5931080&clr=Black&SearchQuery=Simone+Heels&SearchRedirect=true">Asos</a> (similar <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0347829002.html">here</a>, <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-wide-fit/wide-fit-black-suedette-block-heel-court-shoes-_368484001">here</a>, <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g55660s5">here</a> and <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/heels-458/juno-soft-glove-mid-shoes-5177353?bi=180&ps=20">here</a>)</div>
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The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5753313071735647712.post-23673885529464243032016-04-29T14:16:00.000+01:002018-10-14T15:08:44.128+01:00REFLEXOLOGY: MY EXPERIENCE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few weeks ago, I received an email from <a href="http://www.aor.org.uk/">The Association of Reflexologists</a> very kindly offering me a complimentary reflexology treatment in order to share my experience with you. When I was first diagnosed with fibromyalgia, I spent a lot of time researching possible treatments, and reflexology often came up. With that in mind, I thought it would be a great opportunity to give it a try.<br />
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So, what is reflexology? Reflexology is a complementary health therapy which aims to restore balance to the body. This can help to alleviate things such as stress, tension and pain, and promotes wellness and relaxation. It is based on the idea that within the feet and hands there are reflexes which relate to specific parts of the body, with the right foot representing the right side of the body, and the left foot representing the left side. Reflexologists usually perform the treatment on the feet; however some will focus on the hands instead. Using a massage technique, pressure is applied to certain parts of the foot to help with possible symptoms or problems in the corresponding body part. It works to help get the body balanced and in doing so stimulates the repairing mechanisms to aid the body in healing itself. The treatment encourages the body to eliminate toxins and promotes the importance of getting the mind and body in sync with one another. <br />
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I was invited to receive a reflexology treatment by the lovely Verity Davies at <a href="http://www.maryhaworth.co.uk/">Mary Haworth Beauty Culture</a> in Ashton-Under-Lyne, which is local to me in Greater Manchester. Before my appointment came around, I kind of got myself a little worried over what to expect and whether or not it was going to be beneficial for me. As soon as I arrived, I was led to the treatment room, and upon entering I instantly felt my nerves dissipate. With dimmed lighting, a lovely, comfortable treatment bed, soothing music playing softly in the background and a beautiful, calming scent, it was impossible not to immediately relax. <br />
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As this was my first treatment, it began with Verity explaining to me about reflexology and how it works, followed by an in depth consultation process. After going through my health problems and symptoms, there were also questions to help tailor the treatment to me personally and my needs, such as how I deal with stress, my diet and exercise levels, and other relevant lifestyle questions. <br />
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After the consultation was completed, it was time to get comfortable on the treatment bed. There was a large selection of body oils available to be used for the treatment depending on your individual needs, and Verity began by doing a little scent test to see which my body responded to. I had explained how poor my energy levels are as a result of my fibromyalgia, and it turned out the scent I went for was actually the <a href="http://www.espaskincare.com/body/solutions/revitalise/energising-body-oil">energising one</a>. It smelt lovely. Mary Haworth use oils from <a href="http://www.espaskincare.com/">ESPA</a>, and it felt so nice on the skin and smelt beautiful. I’m tempted to buy some to use myself I loved it that much. Once my oil was chosen, Verity did a relaxation exercise to help me switch off and enable me to get the most out of the treatment. I found this extremely helpful and effective and it’s something I can now do myself at home when I need to relax, which I’m grateful for.<br />
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After being thoroughly relaxed beforehand, the treatment felt amazing and lasted for about 1 hour. The lights were dimmed so the only glow came from the candle burning in the corner, and the aroma and calming music only elevated the experience. Verity spent time focusing on certain parts of the foot, applying different amounts of pressure and technique, and this was then mirrored on the other foot. I had read how many people find themselves close to sleep during reflexology, but I thought that was never going to happen with me as I struggle to fully relax like that. However I have to say that I did feel myself close to nodding off. <br />
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Towards the end, I was shocked to find that my mouth was growing increasingly dry. Once the treatment was finished, Verity left me for a couple of minutes to wake up from my state of utter relaxation and brought back some much needed water. This reaction is common and is actually a good sign as it indicates that the body is responding well to the treatment and is starting to eliminate toxins. I was instructed to take it easy for the rest of the day and to make sure I drink lots of water, and I definitely needed it as the thirst and dry mouth continued into the following day. The reason it’s so important to drink plenty of water is that it helps to cleanse away the toxins released by the body from the treatment and flushes them out.<br />
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As soon as my treatment was over, I felt more relaxed than ever before. It was quite a strange feeling; I kind of felt a little light headed and fuzzy, in a good way. The rest of the day I felt quite calm and at peace, and I felt like I had more energy than usual which was very much appreciated. It’s far too difficult for me to tell if it helped my pain as it’s constantly changing, and to be honest I really wasn’t expecting it to after just one treatment. But I definitely benefited from the treatment, much more than I had anticipated. It completely relaxed me and helped me de stress. If you are someone living with health problems of any kind, you will be aware of the effect it has on your mind and the stress it can cause. It’s an awful feeling that seems to go hand in hand with being unwell. What makes it worse is that stress in itself can make pain worse, and it’s just a big, painful, vicious cycle. It’s therefore important to find an effective way to deal with stress and manage it. This reflexology treatment really helped me with that; it helped me to deeply relax and got rid of a lot of tension I had built up. <br />
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I felt amazing afterwards, and I continue to feel better now. I can’t put my finger on it or figure out the best way to describe it. I’m obviously still in constant pain, but I just feel better. And for that I am very grateful. I am so happy I went for the treatment, it was wonderful and I highly recommend it. It is a very individual treatment, and with that each person’s experience is of course going to be different. I don’t think it matters what your reason might be for considering reflexology, it could be you feel like you need some help relaxing or maybe you have health problems, but I found it to be a great treatment and definitely one I hope to have again. For anyone in the Greater Manchester area, I can’t recommend Mary Haworth Beauty Culture enough. It was such a nice experience for me and I’m still benefiting from it. Overall, a massive thumbs up. <br />
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I’d like to say thank you again to Verity for the treatment. If you’re interested in finding out more about Mary Haworth Beauty Culture and the fantastic range of beauty treatments they offer, you can visit their website <a href="http://www.maryhaworth.co.uk/">here</a> which has all of their contact details and pricing, or there’s more information on their Facebook page which you can find <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mary-Haworth-Beauty-Culture-1391452347776566/">here</a>. <br />
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If you would like to learn more about reflexology, you can find information on The Association of Reflexologists website <a href="http://www.aor.org.uk/">here</a>.<br />
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If you've ever tried reflexology, I’d love to hear how you found it?<br />
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Katie xx<br />
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*This treatment was complimentary in exchange for an honest review of my experience. All views and opinions are my own.The Style Blossomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10885007004829745807noreply@blogger.com14