This is a very long line necklace that goes all the way down to my stomach! We all love a bit of dangly!


A bit of silver for a change. This necklace, in my opinion, is beautiful! I suppose as a writer, the script design within it appeals to my inner 'Jane Austen fan-girl'. If you can relate then you will lovelovelove a post that I have just, at this very second, been inspired, by my own person, to write. It involves Words, Darcy and a Tardis, I will say no more!

One of the hottest trends this Summer has been the cool, fresh white-on-white that has swept its way down the runway. I have picked out for you some on my own fashion items that have lent a breezy air to my outfits this summer. Hope you like them!


1. Sheer Embroidered White Top
First up is this timeless sheer, turtle-neck top from Primark. I adore the high neck and the embroidery on this gives this top its classy feel. The lightweight sheer characteristic will no doubt keep you cool on those particularly warm days. If you want to layer it, A soft V-neck cardi will add a bit of prep-ster to the look whilst still showing off the embroidery. For jewelry add a mid-length pendant.


2. The Crisp White Shirt
The white shirt is a wardrobe staple and more so this Summer. This Next shirt is well tailored, slim and sharp and there are a multitude of ways it can be worn. For that cool, casual androgynous look turn up the sleeves go for colored chinos, to give it a feminine twist you cannot go wrong with a high-wasted belted skirt.


3. The White Blazer
This blazer from H&M has been a particular favorite for me this summer. I throw it on when I want to cover up but still stay cool. It can be teamed with quite literally anything! Block colors, bright colors, patterns, short dresses, trousers and even maxis. It is a truly versatile piece that softens the character of your outfits and adds a touch of gentleness.


4. The White Maxi
I stumbled upon this halter-neck beauty some time ago in Republic. It is loose an airy and comfortable to wear but also glamourous with its mettalic crinkled finish and gold clasps and tassels. Perfect for garden parties, you can swan around feeling like a Grecian princess sipping fresh fruity drinks.
Strappy sandals are the way to go with this dress, flat or heeled and thick bronze bangles.


5. The White Trousers
These are in fact jeggings from Zara Basics. I love the super soft stretchy material and the gold zip detail from ankles to calf (see instagram for more pictures). Again this is super versatile and can be worn with practically anything. I particularly love how they bring out the color of my oh-so-loved shoes.

So that's it for my summer fashion essentials. Let me know how you like them and also what your personal preferences for this summer are.xx

I thought I would do a post on my top 3 shoes for July seeing as today is one of those rare, blindingly sunny, sticky hot summer days and all of a suddenly we are all in the mood to whip out the shades, the sun screen and we cannot forget the sandals! For the summer, I am loving strappy numbers, sleek designs and shoes that just let my toes breath. What do you think of stepping out into the sun in these personal beauties?

This black pair from Zara's Spring-Summer 13 collection is bang on trend. It is simple and timeless and oh-so-demure. The shoes have a slight point to the toes and are held at the front by a single suede band. I love the sneak-up-behind-you suede back and the thin black ankle straps. The focal point of these shoes is of course their gold metal-plated heels. Just image the way they'd catch the rays on a day like this!

Shoes from Zara Source: personal image

Boho Chic:

These Faith shoes are the most recent addition to my collection. I was drawn to the chunky features of this pair, the thick criss-crossed front straps and the triple layered ankles straps. The chunky platform and heel of this shoe give it a fun, casual, carefree feel. It has cute plaited detailing and tiny matte metal studs along the straps. The leather straps feel super soft and the natural tone that it comes in makes them a perfect accessory to any outfit. It has a back zip so there is no fussing with fiddly buckles and straps that catch your feet; you just slip them on, zip up and go!

Shoes from Faith Source: personal image

Baby doll:

This next pair is a sky-high suede number from Dune. With a chunky platform, and thick crossed-over straps at both the ankles and over the toes, they feel as gorgeous to wear as do to look at. The straps fasten by a square buckle, which I admit is a little fiddly. But once they are on they look every bit fun and flirty. The hot pink hue adds a pop of colour to your summer outfit, whether you are clashing, matching or complimenting. They have also a very special quality about them that make them extra special, but there will be a whole post to focus on that so I shall say no more.

Shoes: from Dune Source: Personal Image

I adore every one of these shoes, they each have an individual feel about them that cannot be replaced by another pair therefore it is simply not possible for me to pick a single favourite out of the three. Perhaps you may prefer one above all others?



I suppose a good place to begin would be to define my current relationship with shoes in general. I am a self-proclaimed shoe-oholic, and shamelessly so... most of the time. It is an age old attachment with no distinct beginning and no perceivable end. A friend once recalled how on my very first day at my new primary school, some 11 years ago, her foremost observations were my very un-(south)Asian-like appearance, my nervousness and my pretty high heeled black sandals. I too remember them well, black ankle-strapped suede wedges with plastic stars adorning the straps at the front and bright red insoles - a childhood favourite.
Having put things into perspective, it may surprise readers that I tend not to drool over designer brands or the flashing red soles of a pair of supposedly hot Louboutin's, the reason escapes me as well.

Source: own image. Original price: £39.99

The shoes share the same heel height and gold detailing, both are pointed and both are trimmed with studs, pyramid in the Valentino's, spikes in Zara. While the they are sling back in design, the Zara differ in that they have additional studded ankle straps, a definite plus for me. The main difference though, aside from the price tag and origin, has to be material; the Valentino pair are made of leather rather than suede. Suede, though pretty, tends to be fairly delicate, and is best avoided on wetter occasions (trust me, I learnt the hard way). There is also the plastic (or acrylic, can't quite tell) trim lining the front of the Valentino pair which I can really do without. The only real let down with the Zara pair is that they come in the one colour, black when it was the pink I was lusting after. Having put it off, again and again, my first trip back into city centre after exams brought me to Zara's doors. It look some searching for, the way the store display their shoes is particularly unhelpful. And after trying them on for size, I was in love! Not so surprisingly they came home with me that afternoon.

To wear: I've only taken my studded sling backs out once, a shopping trip that was cut short due to the onset of uncontrollable hay fever. I can report that they are fairly easy to walk in given the small heel, however be sure to keep the ankle strap loose as they do tend to pull when walking and of course it is going to hurt when one foot accidently catches against another, so tread with care. All in all, these shoes look stunning and demure in black with a playful but dangerous streak, perhaps not the most comfortable pair of shoes in the world but then most beautiful shoes aren't.

Currently on sale at Zara, reduced to £29.99, grab them before they go!
http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/shoes/high-heels/studded-sling-back-c434554p1049680.html