The Lanes

Hello all out there,

Two days into my new life and University course we have a little research afternoon out and headed down to Brighton to 'The Lanes'. We had a general task to photograph any and everything keeping our current project in mind, unfortunately mine didn't really reflect in anything I saw today but still loved capturing some pretty awesome frames.   I've laid on the floor, ran out into the road and risked my life against the elements at the end of the pier.  Pretty awesome day and to get my mind in gear for my project, here I have uploaded some photo's from my day for you all.

I must stress the fact that if you ever are near or in Brighton, have a visit to the quirky little lanes and take in the surroundings, beautiful vintage shops, pricey pubs and cute cafe's! Cannot wait to go back this weekend for a shop, would you believe I was so occupied today I didn't have time to do that!!!! 

Enjoy..

Write again soon,

B x

Wish list...

Me and the shops are best friends, yet dangerous at that, so the fact that I stay in doors and try to be good is often ruined my iphone buzzes and tells me that I have a new email from River Island.

Why? I am my own worst enemy I swear, However, (deep breath), THERE IS SO MUCH I WANT!

hot picks, so far;

Monocrome mini

Knitted pattern leggings

Pussybow blouse

Tassel boots

Bit of a variation of my favourites but each item has so many uses and can transform so many outfits.  Mono-crome is must for me this season as well as my favourites of orange whether its a blouse, skirt, bag, anything... Its definitely a fix I must receive!!

Enjoy shopping this season guys and girls!!! AND experiment!!!!!! Leave the fail-safe options behind 

B x

There's always one that gets away.

I was out this evening and came across what was hard to tell if it was human or animal... I later realised it was a woman near enough dressed as a flamingo. 

There have been many fashion mis-haps in the past and don't get me wrong, I love a bit of fluff and feathers but this, along with the cut of the dress and her own body shape, was not happening. 

I apologise for the bad quality,  I had to zoom in as I didn't want to get to close, just incase...

The lady/flamingo, to be fair look somehow elegant face onwards and she seemed relatively confident and happy with her appearance for the evenings antics. However, I must say, the RSPCA should be on standby. 

Something that is not for everybody. 

This is why us woman have several mirrors to the front door....

B x

Super skinnies!

Today I wore.. My New River Island Super Skinny Striped jeans

I've recently been in my local River Island an successfully managed to dribble over  much of the current season stock. I did treat myself to a pair of their superskinny jeans that have a stretch to them, so comfortable! However, not the easiest thing to team a outfit together with. I wore them, today, with a plain/simple black vest and a crochet style knitted tassel waistcoat and my also recently purchased H&M black elasticated ankle boots. Simple yet striking due to the predominate outstanding jeans. Elongating to the extreme, vertical stripes and heels,

like my H&M top says.."High heels, High Hopes".

To true


B x

Festival Fancies

So, this bank holiday weekend I went to Cheshire for a festival called Creamfields.. Many may say that when camping in a field, knee deep in mud, its not about being fashionable, or so my boyfriend told me when I was packing my 4th bag for the 3 days, however. I disagree.... as will many. Festivals are fashion.

River Island laced wellies. Saviours of the weekend!

Anyway, while I was there, lots caught my eye, including these three girls..

Even after a night in the damp muddy fields of cheshire, still looking awesome.

All graced with the comfort of Hunters to protect against the squelching mud, trampled by thousands these girls were dressed from head to toe in fashionista favourites. Due to excessive noise levels I couldn't chat with the girls much about what they wore but I could spot my favourite pieces a mile off. 

Summary of pro's and con's of each girl:

Girl on the left: Loving the whole outfit, knitted crop baggy jumper with the high waist orange/red shorts work great with the wellies, keeping it casual but she effortlessly added a little glam by tying in the colour of the bag with her knitwear and the bling on the glasses keeping the overall look fresh. Love it! 

Middle girl: Same hunters as before but this time the smallest of the ladies teamed hers up with a small floral printed playsuit, nothing to amazing but it pretty. However, for me, her show stopped was the  tassel knitted waistcoat. It looked as though it might have been a Topshop buy but this young lady pulled it off! If only she hadn't used the pink velvet should bag..

Girl on the Right: Impractical? Hell no, she just loves to look good. For starters I understand her need of the wellies, hunters again and the 70's style straw hat as a must due to two days of unwashed hair. She really did consider it all. I loved the shiny high waisted hot pants but not necessarily for the festival itself, but the sheer black embellished kimono jacket looked amazing with all the lighting in the festival.    

I really would say these girls had it all, they wore it all amazingly well and stuck it out like the best of us!

FASHION FESTIVALS! 

Keep it feisty you felines 

photo by Beth Dowdell...       Creamfields, 2011

B x

All for a pair of boots...

It never is just the one thing that you go out for, is it? Well, it never is for me.   £60 later, and what with not having a job at the moment, it probably wasn't the best idea to go my local H&M.

I am general H&M shopper but this Autumn.. their collection it awesome! The cuts, shapes and colours in the collections are varied and something for everyone.

My 60 quid splurge 

So my little spree resulted in;

one cotton shirt

a "high heels, high hopes" viscose vest

elasticated black ankle booties

small black bag with a tassel zip

and a pair of feather earrings and a necklace to match (these we're most definitely essential for my festival goings this weekend!!)

I must admit, it did brighten up the miserable day! 

Now, I'm currently eying up the poncho's they have on sale, beige or burgundy?! Serious dilemma I'm thinking.  

Finally, I highly recommend a look online if you haven't already at the collections they are offering! The boots come in black and brown and are SO comfy!  Enjoy

Bx

Straight to the Street..

I was out and about today and ended up in Borehamwood, while I was there doing my thing I saw a couple of things including some people that I thought had that savvy street style!

Aston;

Fresh faced and just up the road from Reading, 21 year old Aston was in her comfy, casual gear whilst shopping. She wore a pair of brogue's from Schuh, where she is a sales assistant on the weekend, along with a small camel coloured Miss Selfridge purse. Partnered with a 'on trend' knitted jumper, full prep for the closing in Winter! Loved it.

Laura;

Next is 19 year old Laura. Simple yet brilliant. She wore a Barbour style New Look light weight coat with dark jeans and ankle boots. But the perfect hair cut and delicate, beautifully embellished pull-cord bag made the outfit. 

SNEAKY SNAP

I managed to snap away at a few other style monkies whilst out on the streets today. First up is the lad above with the cuff ankle camel chino's which look great with the dark quilted jacket. Works perfectly and looks effortless.

Mods & Rockers? Teddy Boy's? Sorry, are we in the Noughties still?

Theres nothing like a good ol' pair or rolled up drain pipes, woollen socks with vintage loafer and a knitted sweater, with a rather full head of hair, this young man looks the part. 

Until next time,

B x