Clutch Craze on a Saturday night

So once again, I'm sat here, quite easily trying to spend someone else's money. As you do when your avoiding bouncing back to your trusty debit card. A friend was in grave need of a clutch to match her new shoes.. and not just any shoes. A pair of Vivienne Westwood Anglomania & Melissa 'Skyscraper' Glitter Pump's. They are beautiful. You know that beautiful curve to the Westwood shape and the instantly recognisable golden orb. Both there.

http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/vivienne-westwood-anglomania-melissa-skyscraper-glitter-pump-item-10253047.aspx?fb=1
£180

It wasn't exactly hard to find some matches for the shoes, my first find, I think and so did my friend, that it was 'the one'. It was just the cost, a little over the price range for a limited use bag. But. It is fab.



Anya Hindmarch, Midnight Glitter Clutch
Now this really is stunning, is it not? I know the blue's look slightly off, but its hard to judge with photograph lighting. At £331 its probably a risky buy, but that does include the 14kt gold-plated twist lock for secure fastening... Bargain... no?

http://www.stylebop.com/product_details.php?id=347641&partner=linkshare&campaign=affiliate%2Flinkshare%2Fuk%2F&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=linkshare&utm_campaign=adsuk&ia-pmtrack=50440005&siteID=KO4PsQiOiw0-Zw__aEQVxh41SlXc.iR1pA
£331

Rapidly I started to look at the lower price spectrum, and I found this little Dune number a suede and glitter clutch mixm with a small chain handle/strap as well which is always handy for a night out. £65 is a much more reasonable price for a bag that isn't always going to see daylight/the dance floor.

Anyway, here it is.. It's also a closer colour match to the Westwood Shoes. 

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_56308+0070673611_-1?CMP=AFC-POLYVORE&awc=2194_1350163560_b727376d408f7fa32c1675eb5c6d7955
£65

Next, my eye on the price lacked a little bit. I'm not totally sure about this Paul Smith clutch, it's glittery and all but, the reverse loses my vote. The addition of the strap is handy and always nice to have but, I just can't make my mind up, so for £195 I don't think I would splash the money on it without seeing it in the flesh. 

https://www.blueberries-online.com/index.php?plu=0009505000&page_id=prod&utm_source=googledatafeed&utm_medium=Kanx&utm_campaign=Kanx£195 

There are SO many beautiful bags out there for evening's out, navy glittery things or not. Looking tonight, I have seen hundreds.. okay, slight exaggeration, but so many that I love. 

All of these babies are online at: http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/shop?category_id=35&p=4&query=glitter%20clutch    Have a look, it's nearly time to party Christmas party style... which means you need a new bag!!!

Enjoy,

Bx

Annie Haak

I've often seen adverts in the back of magazine's, such as Company, for Annie Haak Designs and like what I see. So this time I decided to actually have a look on the website. Such simple and elaborate designs that also have a wide price range depending on each design.

From solid silver, Turquoise stones, disc's on multiple strings of rope and charm bracelet, variety is most certainly there.

Moto Tali Friendship Bracelets - Sterling Silver and leather

One of my favourite's is the Moto Tali Friendship Bracelet, sterling silver and leather at just £35. You can choose from a choice of moto's (love, luck, star or peace) and all in different colours. It is mega cute and everything comes in beautiful gift boxes with additional gift wrap at just £4.50..

The selection of charm bracelets are also mega cute, with elephant charms, tassels and personalised hearts, they are there to be personal and that they are. A variety of prices means that they really are affordable for a range of buyers out there. Personally, I personalised option. The Anna Bella Personalised Silver Heart Charm Bracelet is £66, and that includes the price of engraving on the front. The back is a additional cost which is more than reasonable. I actually love this so much.

Again, it comes in the Annie Haak beautiful packaging.

http://www.anniehaakdesigns.co.uk/

There are loads more dainty little pieces online, and you really should check them out. Even down to the presentation of the products, laid out on dark grey slate, really shows off the sparkling silver and detail to the products.

I hope you enjoy, from now on. I think I may pay attention to the back of a magazine and their adverts in the future!  Thanks Company! (http://www.company.co.uk/)  :) 

Bx

Student LockIn, Brighton

Being a student heavy area, Brighton held a student lock in night, 6.30pm - 9pm. It was rather exciting, big queues, students only, hustle and bustle but more importantly stores like H&M, Zara and River Island all had 20% off EVERYTHING. You can imagine the excitement. I went with two of the girls and well.... We spent too much between the 3 of us... BUT we did save.

While we was out and about I was taking in H&M's mannequins, Lana Del Ray mannequins to be precise. The styling of them and some of the products were just so beautiful, especially the earring display. So eye catching.

I also was helping the girls pick out some things to get... Both looking for something simple but different and to impress the Boyfriends at the weekend! Rosie, who was so against the floral skinny ankle length trousers fell in love and was easily persuaded, with a complementing top too! Hannah took a little more persuading with a cute burgundy peplum top! Very cute and looked stunning on her. Before that however, I did make her try on a coordinate outfit! It looked so sweet in person and with the right accessories and shoes, perfect for drinks of a evening!!!

Here's some photos, sorry the quality is poor... It was hard to contain myself and capture moments!

H&M

(We decided against the collar as it did not fit to the shape of the top nicely)

Coordinate Outfit..

I fell deeply in love with this Zara hat but resisted the painstaking temptation tugging at my deepest desires. I my have to go back for the beauty though. IT'S PERFECT!

All in all... Lock in was great!


Keep shopping :)

B x

Debut..

After my excitement of buying a new coat (and my friend Hannah's for that matter!!) I got to debut the H&M bargain in Uni today. It went down a treat, without being big headed. People loved the coat.. But what more do you expect from fashion students!

Anywho, thought you might like to see.. It was £39.99, straight out my birthday money so thanks Granddad! x

Visit, www.h&m.com

(Coat, H&M. Shirt, H&M. Jeans, H&M (just realised I overdosed on H&M today!!) Shoes, New look. Bag, Fiorelli)

Take care

Bx

THE Boots..

Okay, so a few posts ago, I had kittens over several pairs of shoes. Anyway, as it was just my birthday I thought it was about time that I treated myself to those ever so drop dead gorgeous red River Island studded ones.

I was absolutely devastated to find out that they had sold out... No word of a lie, I've rang about 6 different stores just to track a pair down. After being defeated time and time again, today was the last straw when Brighton told me no, and that if they were not online, they would all be gone. I could feel myself becoming savage, and just now I thought I would have a quick Google as, you know, Google tends to always save the day and BOOM!

ASOS I LOVE YOU.

(http://www.asos.com/Women/)

They only have them in stock... In EVERY size, plus the addition of 10% student discount.

My fingers have never given over my bank details so speedily. I am well and truly one happy girl.


Thanks Asos. You're my best friend, again!


Bx

Ashford Designer Shopping Outlet

The other weekend it was a family day out and we (I) hit the shops running and hyperventilating. Shopping at huge discounted prices and then additional student discount on top. Too much.

The selection is overwhelming. Ted Baker, Ralph Lauren, Gap, Radley and Sketchers to name just a few. It goes on and on in a beautiful inviting circle.
Me and my family alone must have made a nice addition to their profit the day we went. But you just can't help snap up the bargains sat in front of you crying for a home. I've been to outlets before, like Freeport Braintree, but that is nothing in comparison to this one!

It's a must visit. Christmas is coming so grab your presents here! Do it, do it, do it! You don't know what your missing...

Keep shopping!

Bx



Kur

shoe-tastic

It has been far toooo long since I have last blogged, but it's been the summer hol's and I certainly have been a busy bee. I took part in a wicked internship, helped at a fashion show backstage, worked at the Olympics, watched the Olympics... Gone to Paris, Tunisia. I am well and truly NOT rested to return to Uni next week.

So any-who. I've once again managed to get back into my uni routine of putting off anything that I should be doing my looking online. This time I blame my mum. She left her iPad with me to look on and it just seemed to automatically go to River Island's app (or alternatively website; http://www.riverisland.com).... strange! (hehe)

So much awesome stock is in for the upcoming chilly months, and I am most certainly needing some of there beautiful knitwear and fluffy long coats, they look so cosy even from a picture. WANTWANTWANT.

More importantly, the shoe selection is intensifying more and more as I scroll through the beauties. So... let's begin...

 I am a bit of a sucker for something stroke-able and a bit of velvet is right up my street. This deep red is so gorgeous to wear with black bottoms and a few little studs to spice it up. I really love these, they just look so rich and comfortable, however, obviously as being a RI Loves item, theres only currently size 3's left, and no wonder at just £45.. keep checking for new stock!!!! 

Ooooooh, you cannot go wrong with a bit of leopard print... not one bit! and a chunky heel... it's almost too much. So usable and funky for the gloomy days ahead, putting a purr in your step is almost essential... it IS essential. Everyone should have some crazy kitty paws. For just £65 I really think these are worth it and there's plenty of stock left online! Just do it... you won't regret it! 

Gussets, Heels, Straps.. what more do you want? These ankle boots are wicked, with a simple toe and the detailed ankle, they're not too overpowering but sassy enough to spice up a outfit when styled in a specific way. I love them. Maybe not a everyday boot for running about Uni but, hey... I could walk all day and take my time for these babies. But for £75 I may have to wait..still. I love them.

These are every little thing I need right now, simple, suede, block heel and so wearable. I live in black boots in the winter and my poor ones last year took such a hammering that a versatile pair like this, £65 is more than justifiable. With the 8cm heel they're perfect for adding a little height but not to cripple you by the end of the day. I really need to invest in these before its too late.

These.... These are everything I WANT. My lord. I cannot even sum up the words to describe how much I love these. Red, umm, TICK...Studs, TICK. Easy/comfortable heel... TICK. I don't need to justify my reasons, you just need to believe me that these are the best thing. Ever. I might need to save up some pennies a little bit as £90 is a little steeper than the heel itself but I believe I would eat, sleep, live and die in these. Oh I just cant stop.... Someone send me a loan?

Now I am far too excited by these shoes I might have to go and shop....

Take care and I'll be back sooner than last time.

B x