i'm loving this monday.....

I love Ellie Goulding - ALOT

I love her more for wearing these awesome necklaces from Me and Zena

www.meandzena.com


Another bit of jewellery to add to my ridiculous collection!!!

The high street hunt for the perfect hareem pant!

So I'm having a dilemma, as much as I don't want to admit it, the hareem pant is not going away. As much as the MC Hammer look has filled me with dread for many years – I have now learnt I must embrace this nappy sack trouser!

Unfortunately I am not blessed with Elle McPherson legs and peachy svelte bum – am the opposite, a pear shape, with 'child bearing' hips! So the thought of making my bum look even bigger is not so appealing.

So in a bid to get the perfect pair of hareems, I headed to Topshop (the meccah of the high street, or so I thought!) Faced with a selection of not so flattering cotton based hareems (you need a jersey for sure in this instance!!) clinging to all my lumps and bumps – not a fan!

So thinking, budget – New Look called me. Well budget it definitely was, a jumpsuit with a removable floral broach, 'oh no!' I hear you cry. I left New Look rapidly.

So I turned to River Island – the chav turned chic store in my opinion.
I remember the days when River Island was emblazoned on every item of clothing, as though you're proud to say 'look my bag is from River Island, the oh so exclusive shop!' Yeah, not so much!

But it has moved on – with copious amounts of trend led pieces, lace blazers, billowy blouses, military jackets – and of course Hareem pants!

So I turned my eye to several pairs.

Following the print trend, I love these animal print trousers, at £34.99 a pop not so bad!

However I settled for these more muted ones - they have a 70s vibe with a bit of sparkle incorporated. I'm channeling Saturday Night Fever in these bad boys - plus they cinch in the waist just right, giving the body more shape which is lost in the bottom area!

So hurrah! I have some hareems - now just gotta the boy in my life to start liking them!

print'a'holic

This summer prints seem to have gone into overdrive - maxis, trousers and dresses come in an array of colours and style - and every form of print from aztec to animal print is gracing the shop floors.

A few of my faves

Peter Pilotto's prints are to die for - as is the price tag, a mere £795.... maybe i should continue with the high street!

I can't get enough of summer maxis, even though i seem to own them in every size, shape and colour! Topshop's maxi scream summer garden party and costs a mere £35 - bring on the Pimms.



Love a bit of culotte action, even if it does remind me of the Brownies! L.O.V.E these ones from asos! and only £25!! Officially amaze!



Best Behaviour http://www.bestbehavior.dk - This Danish brand has got some great, eccentric pieces! These trousers being my fave -

So I cannot wait to rock a few of these looks, I already have my snakeprint hareem pants - but its defo time for some skull prints, a bit of floral and of course the trusted leopard print to finish off my summer wardrobe!

here's how to do it!

Now here’s how to do the American flag. Marina from Marina and the Diamonds is certainly favouring a bit of red, white and blue. Her take on the American look works perfectly as she never takes herself too seriously – with sequins and all! How can you go wrong – I may not be loving her tunage, but I love the style Marina!

how not to wear your stars and stripes

sooo if i look like this at 60 i'll be worried

Linda Hogan getting it all wrong

Jewellery and make up - combined!??!

So long time no blog – I know I know

Bad that I'm not obsessing over the page like I should be, but I've been busy with a brand new job in the old PR world.

But something made me remember this wonderful page - a little gift in the post (it was my birthday on Monday so I'm considering it a gift!) A Lipstick ring – sounds like a horrible concept and something you might have got free with Sugar magazine many years back. But this little ring from Arbonne is simply amaze!!



This chunky ring with pearl detail is something I will most definitely be wearing out on the town. With a handy mirror and rose coloured lipstick enclosed it is officially my new favourite thing!

For more details visit www.arbonneinternational.co.uk

The Highs and Lows of this years Met Ball

Every year its an excuse for die hard fashion fans to show off their best wears under the scrutinous eye of Anna Wintour.

So why oh why did Katy Perry dress like a Barbie circa 1987? (spot the difference below)

Alexa Chung, looks more vampire/bull fighter – but then again, when was the last time Alexa actually pulled off a look. All I can ever think when looking at her is 'eat a frickin sandwich!'

Ok, so i'm in a bad mood, hence the insults, but finally this ghastly look is just wrong in so many ways. Kristin Stewart is wearing a beaded curtain around her waist!? What has happened to the elegance of a simply cut ball gown?

So who got it right?

Blake Lively – wow wow wow. She is stunning Marchesa, and manages to look classy even though it is a slutty hemline. Shame about the shoes (yes I couldn't be that nice!)

Emma Watson – She has come along way from the old HP years. Elegant Burberry dress, check. Ever so trendy designer on arm, check. Succeeded in making me very jealous, check.

Kate Hudson – Sunkissed tan and a killer leg on show, Kate shines in this Stella McCartney number.


Overall, I'm not so impressed with the selection by the celebs.
I mean come on Mary J – did you pop into Debenhams on your way to the ball?