Another Night Out - Gingham Jeans and Studded Crop Top

Hello everyone! So today's post is on an outfit I wore out recently that is comfortable, edgy and simple. 

As I've said in previous posts, going out on a Saturday after work is interesting as I want to be comfortable after a long, busy shift. In winter this is especially true and so this is one outfit which was ideal for me.

I am a little gothic but love to keep it girly so finding the balance between the two can be difficult. Black is my go to colour all day, everyday but I wanted to break it up a little. So, I opted for my gorgeous Topshop gingham skinny jeans - which I've recently sold on eBay - and a cropped black top with studded shoulder pads. 

The simplicity of the outfit, yet the way each piece stands out is amazing. The jeans make the outfit monochrome, a timeless fashion statement keeping it sophisticated and flattering. Joni jeans from Topshop are my go to high waisted bottoms for those who want to show off curves that aren't normally noticeable and in this print, my figure looks even better (I think). Plus these jeans completely elongate your legs and even at 5ft 9, I love this illusion high waisted items give you.

High waisted jeans and a crop top is the easiest outfit in the world but works every single time. It means only showing a little of your midriff which is more than enough for me on a winter night out! This one has shoulder pads covered in silver spikes (see photo below) which adds my gothic side and means there's no need to worry about accessorising. 

With messy natural hair and nude make-up this look is easy to pull off and at work I don't need to worry about getting ready in 10 minutes once I'm finished, a quick lipstick top up and your ready to go!

Studded shoulder pads from ASOS crop top

Thank you for reading, I'll be back with a few reviews in the next week on a couple of my recent make-up purchases!

xox

Chilled Outfit Post

Morning guys! So this is just a quick outfit post on something I wore last week.

It was a really warm day however I wasn't doing much apart from nipping to Tesco (so much fun). But of course it's still nice to look nice and the main look that's quick and easy to pull off is the skinny jean/baggy tee combo. It's so comfy for lazy days and makes everyone look good!

As you can see from the above and below pictures, I have on the Topshop Joni Jeans in black and white gingham print. This style of jean is so comfy and well fitted that having such an on trend print as well is a mere bonus.
The jumper I'm wearing cost next to nothing from Primark and is a light material so worked perfect for this day as it was pretty warm! I also wanted a plain jumper due to the print on the jeans but something that had a little colour hence its tint of blue.

Definitely one of my favourite outfits for looking good with minimal effort. Add in unbrushed hair (washed, dried and straightened the day prior), some stiletto nails (check previous posts) and red lippy, and your all set to go!

Thanks for reading

xox

OOTD - beach

So on Sunday I went to the beach and had a day off revision (see previous post) and despite the sun being out it wasn't terribly warm so had to dress cosily but still wanted to be summary! 

I wore my recently purchased gingham print joni jeans from Topshop which were £36 - I also got student discount off my order - and they are just perfect. I've owned a few of these jeans in blue denim and the fit it so perfect, I am a W2632 in Topshop and they fit well but comfortably which is what I need especially when thy are high waisted, I find others are only comfortable until you eat something because they are so tight! But, Topshop's jean's waist is stretchy which makes these great for a variety of settings! 

I teamed my jeans with my Nikki Lipstick 'Property of Salem' crop top which I love to pieces as I am obsessed with American Horror Story! This again is a perfect fit and I had on a black vest underneath but tucked into my jeans as I wasn't up for showing skin. The top is great quality and for an independent designer her stuff is truly unique which is difficult to find and for $20 your getting a complete steal! 

I also wore my little brother Nike Air Max which I bought off him for a tenner as his feet have grown too big for them. Regardless of what anyone says about these trainers, I think they're great. They are comfy, come in 110 different colours and go so well with jeans and leggings. As much as I adore heels and pumps, they just aren't reliable for a day at the beach!

My bag is another Topshop buy from last month and cost me £40. however I did get student discount. I needed a new bag and was sick of black as most of my bags are so went with this light brown. It goes with everything and the gold accents make it look much more expensive. It's a great size - I can fit all my uni stuff in it - and you can use it as a holdall or place over your shoulder! 

My make up is my usual that has been shown on a previous post, I wore no eye-liner nor did I wear false eyelashes but did use Topshop's 'Infra-red' lipstick which is an amazing bright orange colour which added some pop to this outfit!

Thanks for reading guys
xox

What I purchased today - Topshop

Hello guys, so today will feature what I've literally just bought off Topshop online. I always tend to use Topshop online simply because they have new items every single day and the Edinburgh store can't keep up! As with most online stores, Topshop always have so much in stock and all sizes, being a size 8, it's always a risk assuming they will have what I want in store.
So I received an email saying I had a 20% off voucher code to use online which expired today. Having already had my eye on a few items I figured I may as well take advantage of the money off seeing as my student discount is only 10%!

The first item I got was the pair of jeans below. All jeans I own are plain blue (different shades) so I figured I'd go for something different and summary. Gingham print is huge this summer and I absolutely love it, its vintage looking and just makes any item 10x cuter and when I saw these jeans I knew I had to get them. White jeans are another popular choice this season however being so pale, I just am unable to pull them off so I feel these are a perfect mix of two current trends. I already have a pair of blue denim Topshop Joni jeans and they are an amazing fit and have a choice for length which I never see any more!

MOTO Gingham Print Joni Jeans - £38

Obviously I couldn't then stop at one gingham print item so just had to purchase this crop top. It is so sweet and perfect for Summer! I adore the pin-up vintage style and this hits the mark with the frills, print and bow so I'm super excited to add this to my wardrobe. Apart from jeans, I don't wear a lot of blue and so this will be something nice and different that can be teamed with a midi circle skirt or high wasted jeans!

Gingham Frill Bralet - £18

As I've just said, I love vintage styles so now that circle skirts are in, I am so happy! Previously when I wanted one I'd have to spend a lot and get one from America which would include a big shipping price. When quality isn't guaranteed I couldn't justify it so now they are the new 'in' item, they can be found everywhere in a variety of price ranges. Being pale, I love pastel colours and I thought that this lilac was so Summery and flattering. This item I'd team with a loose fitting blouse for a night out or a tucked in graphic tea for everyday! 

Texture Gathered Knee Midi Skirt - £45

So, delivery should be no later than Monday coming and so I will be wearing these items when I can (revision is currently making me housebound) and I'll be able to create reviews and outfit ideas! 

Thanks for reading guys!

xox

Review: Bitching and Junkfood

Hello again, so today I have another post on a purchase I've recently made!

Bitching and Junkfood are a clothing website I regularly admire and have wanted to make a purchase for a long while but simply not been able to justify it as I've had other things I need to buy. I follow them on Instagram and saw last week that they had a 40% off flash promo going. After just being paid my student loan I knew I had to grab something. I've had my eye on their fishnet shorts for months and with this sale, had to take advantage of it and so purchased a pair.

The shorts cost me £15 with the 40% off (£25 originally) and cost a fiver for shipping which I was happy to pay considering it meant I still saved something. It came a couple of days later, again a great surprise considering I live in the UK and have waited months for deliveries from America.

It came packaged in the cutest pink bag and tissue paper with the logo holding it together and I thought it was the nicest touch. The actual shorts were also in a plastic covering which means there's no chance of any damage whatsoever, another problem I've had to deal with, with overseas deliveries!

So obviously I try on the fishnet shorts (underneath a pair of my own denim shorts) and they look awesome! Add an edge onto my girly looking shorts I have on top and the waistband makes them really stand out. I love them so much more in person and yes £25 does seem a lot for fishnet however the quality is very high, they are very true to size (I purchased an XS and I am a size 8) and so I don't think the price is an issue is this is something your going to get a lot of wear out of.

I haven't worn them out yet as Scottish weather is not short-ready at the minute but when the weather does improve I'll be teaming these up with either the shorts already shown or a normal blue denim pair, a crop top, converse and some gold jewellery! I will do a full outfit post when I wear this properly, the above pictures were merely for trying the item on.

So thanks for reading guys, hope you enjoyed my post!

xox