Pershore Plum

Just a few snaps of my Friday evening.  I (rather luckily) finish work at 4:30 on Fridays.  It's great to have that extra hour to chill at home, play with the cat and take in the Cotswold air!

There's no uniform at work, so this is what I wore today. (Just thought I'd explain that before you think I'm a scruffy old thing..!)

Denim Shirt - H&M

Plum Jeans - Topshop

Leopard Print Loafers - Topshop

Necklace - Monki

This is the view from my garden.  There's always a lovely sunset and I love the dis-used tyre swing which has been there since we moved in.

Most importantly!  This is my cat, Katie.  She's a little chubby but I'll be kind and call her fluffy instead!  She loves to be stroked and came to pester me whilst I took these photos so thought I should include her...!

Hope everyone has a lovely weekend!

Return of the rays...

What a lovely day!

I must admit I was a little confused when I woke up to Summer sun this morning since I thought that the time for chunky knits and winter clothes was upon us.

If in doubt, throw on a dress. That's my motto anyway..!

This silky turquoise number is from Topshop.  Really easy to dress up and down but best of all, so comfortable!

I like to wear gold accessories with turquoise so I popped on this necklace from Topshop.  It's one of my favourites and gets LOTS of wear because it adds a little but of interest to any outfit.  But my FAVOURITE new purchase is this adorable little belt from NW3 at Hobbs...

When purchasing this belt the shop assistant informed me his name was 'Derek' which is rather hilarious!  But 'Derek' is seriously versatile and going to take me all the way through AW 12/13 and beyond..!

It costs £39... yes. That's a lot. But it really will last and is already being worn on an almost day to day basis.

How have you been enjoying the sun?  And more importantly, will you be purchasing Derek?!

Summer Florals: a walk around Nottingham University

It seems a little silly writing this post now that the glorious sunshine of last week has descended into a typical British summer, but I'm imagining that the sunshine will soon return!

Dress: Kate Moss for Topshop

Sandals: Zara

Earrings: Topshop

Sunglasses: Topshop

Handbag: Topshop

When I have a spare hour and the sun is shining there is nothing I like doing more than going for a stroll around the lake on campus at Nottingham University.  There's so many lovely flowers and trees dotted along the route, not to mention the numerous ducks and slightly scary geese..!  I paired this floral dress with some studded sandals I picked up from Zara and some large red and gold drop earrings from Topshop.

Come back sun, I miss you!

Get the look: Pixie Geldof for Topshop

As soon as I saw these promo shots of Pixie Geldof I knew I had to get my hands on this beautiful brocade print cut-away dress from Topshop and here's how to copy Pixie's style for a fraction of the price!

Dress: Topshop £38

Shoes: River Island £35

Sunglasses: Models Own £12

Handbag: Ebay£15.99

Lipstick: Mac Amplified Cream Lipstick in Dubonnet

This dress is just gorgeous and it is so easy to take it from day to night time.  What do you think? Is it your cup of tea?

A day at the park...

Dress: Topshop

Necklace: Topshop

Shoes: Topshop (...!)

Bracelet: bought at Nottingham Vintage Fair

Here are some snaps from my day in the park.  When the British weather decides to reward us like this there's really only one place to be: OUTSIDE!  Armed with the camera I was given for my birthday I got very snap happy and pestered my boyfriend while he attempted to learn the words for his final singing recital on Tuesday.  As I've now handed in the final essay of my degree (eek!) it's offically Summer. Here's to lots more lovely weather and days in the sun!

Topshop: Neon and Nudes

Just a few snapshots of my trip to Topshop, Oxford Circus.

I am loving the combination of neon brights with muted nudes and monochrome as well as the combination of softer textures like chiffon with chunky knitwear.

Gorgeous.

Have you go your eye on anything?