OOTD and update

Morning guys! Today I'm doing an outfit post (outfits from yesterday) and a quick go over on what I've been up to!

This weekend I leave for my Bangor University field trip, it's part of my 3rd year and I'm quite looking forward to it. Given that my degree is Geography I'll be doing a lot of walking/outside activities and so purchased a few new things from Decathalon - waterproofs, backpack, gym bag. If your ever wanting decent quality stuff for hiking, running, horse riding etc then go here as it's super cheap but the stuffs reliable!

Being out and about most days getting what I need together means dressing nicely but comfortably and efficiently as otherwise changing rooms can get stressful! So my obviously choice - leggings and a graphic print top. 

My grey leggings are from Primark and were an absolute bargain at £3! I've been dying on a grey pair for ages as I think they are really flattering and make my almost all black outfits a little more interesting. I love Primark and feel the quality is better than the pricing, I expected the leggings to be see through but that's not the case, they are relatively thick which for £3, is great. So I shall be living in these at university this Winter.

My t-shirt is from Topshop sale last Summer, I got it for £12 and I've worn it 100 times. It's slightly gothic which suits me perfectly and being black and white, goes with everything! It's sadly getting a bit old now so after my trip it shall be going in the bin! I'm in dire need of graphic print/slogan tops so need to invest in a good few when I get back.

My hat is from River Island which I bought years ago but is and always will be my favourite! It's a panta and has knitted ears sewed on so even if your soaking wet from Winter rain, you can still look cute.

Below is a photo of my hair and make-up. I've been losing the will with my hair lately as it's too thick (takes 30/3 minutes to dry and 45 minutes to straighten) but I refuse to get it cut before I go away as it would just be a waste! Luckily my hair blow dries nicely so I've been doing that instead and it's improved the condition. My hair keeps well as I always use good shampoo and conditioner plus heat protector so although my hair's in good shape, it's always good to give it a rest from straightening! Plus I feel my hair grows faster when  I don't straighten it.

My make-up is the usual, plus rubywoo lipstick from MAC - one of my absolute favourites!

Today I'm going to see my gran for breakfast and then going to do some last minute shopping before getting an early night!
Thanks for reading, I'll be back soon.
xox

OOTD and a birthday gift!

Evening lovelies! So I thought I'd do another OOTD post as it features a gift I got for my birthday! A few presents I received early due to my University trip and the cardigan in the photos below is one of them.

I'm a big fan of layering especially in the winter so love cute cardigans! They can often be expensive unless you let the quality suffer which in winter is a big risk. I often buy mine from Primark but they are merely for sitting in uni lectures so low quality doesn't affect me much. I prefer to spend more money on coats and jumpers!
However I was pleasantly surprised when I opened my gift from one of my aunties and saw this! It's a cream patterned piece and is incredibly soft. The colour means it goes with everything and the lace detailing in the back means it works well for nights out too! The length varies, its normal length at the back but the front parts are longer making it look even more unique.
Unfortunately it is a one off item from a boutique in England so I do not know the name of the store but just had to feature it as its so pretty and not me but I still love it!
In the pictures below I styled the cardigan with navy leggings (Topshop), a black silk cami top (River Island) and black leather ankle boots also from River Island.

Of course I also had to take some close up face only selies! My hair was annoying me so I stuck it up in a high ponytail, done my usual make up routine and added one of my favourites - MAC's rubywoo lipstick. It dries to a perfect matte, lasts all day, doesn't bleed and is the perfect shade!

You can also see in the photos below that I am wearing a Swarovski necklace which I was given as an 18th birthday gift. I wear it whenever I can as it's subtle, goes with everything and well, everyone loves crystals!

Anyways guys thanks for reading, I'll be back with another post soon!
xox