NEW IN : TOPSHOP [HAUL]

I've decided to switch things up. Instead of doing a massive haul every now and then, or just featuring new pieces in a post - I'm going to do a "New In" aka "New In My Wardrobe" post regularly, updating you guys on pieces I've been buying. 

Oversized White Shirt | buy here | £30.00

*I really shouldn't have to say this but I'm well aware I have [a shit tonne of] cellulite on the back of my thighs...but whatever...*

MOM shorts | buy here | £28.00 

[I recommend trying these in-store, I had to size up, they were cut teeny-tiny] 

Jamie distressed high waist jeans | buy *similar* here | £42.00 

I know guys, nothing black. Don't worry, I'm still very much wearing all black like I'm always off to a funeral BUT this S/S I'm definitely being drawn to really clean, fresh colours. I'm loving blue denim and white. All these items are so damn versatile and even though I don't really pay that much attention to trends, you won't see these going out of fashion anytime soon. 

I hate the rubbish rips in Topshop jeans so I'll be taking some scissors to no doubt rough them up a bit, their cuts are just too clean - but overall I really like the fit of Jamie jeans. The MOM shorts were an instinctive purchase, it's so hard to find a good pair of proper denim shorts that don't show off your bum to everyone, but these fit like a dream. Oh and the white shirt, I know white is insanely risqué around me BUT I have already got a million on and one ideas in my mind about how I want to style this piece. 

Also, how is it April...already? Damn.

GO ON & LIGHT A CIGARETTE, SET A FIRE IN MY HEAD

It's MOM-day. Har har, get it?

Forgot the 70's, I'm sticking the 90's.

I've been on the hunt-down for a pair of real vintage blue wash MOM jeans forever and ironically, on my first day in my new job I stumbled 'cross these, thanks Topshop [and the fate Gods]. I've got this real thing for blue denim and black clothes, so this outfit is something I'm pretty much living in. 

In an attempt to jazz things up, I've whacked on some jewellery. I am obsessed with this hand/ring/chain thing [really good at describing things], it's such a statement piece but when teamed with a more laid back outfit it seems to work pretty darn well. 

All in all, today we're doing laid back and there's nothing new there. 

| THE LOOK |

bomber jacket - DOROTHY PERKINS

cut out top - TOPSHOP

mom jeans - TOPSHOP

heeled boots - DOROTHY PERKINS

necklace - H&M

hand/ring/chain thing - TOPSHOP

MARQUES ALMEIDA & AN ASOS INTERPRETATION

Ever since the latest ASOS mag landed on my doorstep, I've been obsessed with this look. It's not an idea I'd usually gravitate too, but there's something effortlessly cool about it.

Lately, WhatOliviaDid has become my bible for inspiration. It blows me away how amazing Olivia's wardrobe is and one thing [amongst many] that she nails are looks built around denim skirts. So, plenty of inspo for this particular OOTD then, eh? 

I discovered Marques Almeida through TOPSHOP and after looking into their brand, I've been lusting after their pieces for ages now but totally unaware of the label [eg: Kylie Jenner's ace denim shirt-dress here]. I've wanted an A Line button up skirt for a while now, so when I saw this from the Topshop collaboration, I snapped it up. I don't own any deep blue denim so this is a great investment piece for my wardrobe, I love the distressed edges and the silver hardware. Annoyingly, it's miles to big around the waist for me, so aside from this post I usually wear it a little lower on the hips but other than that it's the skirt of my dreams. 

I'm planning to do another "Shoe Collection" post soon so we can drool over these sandals properly, but how gorgeous are they? Dorothy Perkins are on-pointe with their shoes at the mo. 

THE LOOK

sunglasses - DOROTHY PERKINS [last spring/summer]

shirt - TOPSHOP [sale]

skirt - MARQUES ALMEIDA X TOPSHOP

sandals - DOROTHY PERKINS 

necklace - H&M 

HAVE A SMOKE, POUR A DRINK, STEAL A KISS IN THE DARK

Today's been a tease. It's been so damn sunny [cold as balls in the wind, but we'll overlook that] and all I want to do is fast forward to mid-June. 

In a moment of madness, I decided to make good use of the January sales and stock up for summer. [Right now my wardrobe is looking pretty cool, but pretty chilly]. I've been obsessed with this print for ages now and as soon as I saw this dress in the sale on Missguided I snapped it up. So many fashion bloggers claim M/G to be their holy grail but I've had so much trouble with them in the past so I was super reluctant to buy this BUT it's exceeded all my expectations. 

I love the faux-shirt sleeves that tie up, you guys know I love tying a plaid shirt around my waist so this is right up my street. It's rare you'll see me in a dress but this piece has a real laid back vibe to it, I cannot wait for summer to throw it on without tights and just a pair of VANS and go. 

It's still pretty darn chilly so I threw on my Topman bomber jacket that never seems to leave my shoulders at the moment and of course, the chunkiest boots you'll ever see from Topshop. Oh and let's not forget the most hideously beautiful sunglasses you've ever seen. I'll be wearing them until they inevitably break, so get used to 'em. 

THE LOOK

bomber jacket - TOPMAN | dress - MISSGUIDED [sale] | boots - TOPSHOP [sale] | sunnies - NEW LOOK [sale] | layered necklace - H&M | watch - CASIO [mens]

BUT THEN AGAIN, THERE'S YOU

It was bright blue skies and reasonably mild today, so maybe I'm getting a little carried away for mid-January but isn't anyone else dreaming of spring/summer?

Realistically, you'll need a big winter coat and tights with this look, but let's just pretend is June for one minute shall we? For some reason lately I am obsessed with contrasting bright blue and black at the moment. I nabbed this blue denim dress last autumn and I cannot wait to wear it all summer long, it's got that perfect tomboyish, 90s vibe that we all know I love. Roll necks are an essential this time of year and let's be real, they're perfect to wear with anything. I was super pumped to finally get a pair of Doc Marten's for crimbo, matte black of course, they're just the ultimate cool shoe right?

T H E    L O O K

roll neck - DOROTHY PERKINS | denim dress - TOPSHOP | boots - DOC MARTEN's | fedora - PRIMARK | rucksack - PRIMARK