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Ladies it’s been a while !! I’ve been very busy setting up my new venture - Gloss jewellery. Would be fab if you could take a minute to take a look abs for any followers that want to make a purchase please use the discount code Friends10. I will start keeping this page up to date again soon for anyone missing their fashion fix 💜💜
Anyone else need to hear this today ? I know I did, needing to push through a few barriers right now:) 😊.
Fabulous floral print ✔️flattering wrap dress ✔️ can be dressed up or down ✔️ pockets ✔️. This stunner is from Boden, the cream wedges and clutch are both Dorothy Perkins, the magenta block heels are from Little mistress; the fab pink tote is from Andotherstories and the pink Jewellery is from Matalan. One of the prettiest dresses this season, if like me you’re a little in love with pink and purple. 💝 💜
Amen to that ! 🙏
This look captures all of my favourite summer colours, inspired by the fabulous sunshine we had today and my first al fresco dining on my new patio; dreaming we were somewhere with crystal blues seas.. someday !! This dress is from -normally I wish they would make their styles a bit bigger or longer on the body but this dress is actually sized up to 22. It grazes the ankle so I have styled with a gorgeous coral heel from who always have comfortable heels and a lovely coral clutch and flat sandal from . My favourite jewellery colour is turquoise so I have picked two pretty pieces from and who knows what the weather may bring so a fab cobalt blue blazer from . Hope you are having a brilliant time in the sun ☀️ 💖
Unless of course like me you’re spending your days painting gardening furniture.. still haven’t worked out how to get a glamorous diy look going on!
I got ALOT of daisy chain jewellery made for me today which has inspired today’s look .. a flattering button down daisy dress that is sized well, a cardigan in case the crazy norn’ Ireland weather strikes .. both from ; styled with two shoe options- a clear block heel from and a comfy black wedge from . As there is quite a lot of pattern I have just picked a simple yellow pineapple from . Perfect for a wee post lockdown Sunday drive or lunch and some wine !
Happy lockdown Sunday everyone, hope it’s a good one x
Harking back to when Friday bank holidays meant jeans and a nice top ! The go anywhere outfit is styled to brighten up your weekend with gorgeous turquoise and coral reds. Top from , jeans, top and earrings all from . Styled with a fab bag from and comfortable block heels that are on sale from . Hope the weekend treats you well 💖.
Because there is no other version of you, and variety rocks !
A beautiful Bardot dress from .co.uk which does gorgeous vintage style dresses that flatter the figure. I’ve styled it with a very versatile bag and shoe set from , a watch from - with an unusual green face; and some options on jewellery. The green and gold set is from and the gold and green stone earrings are from
It’s been a Sunday for me, researching products for a brand I’m starting to create. Hope you all had a good Sunday, ready fo the week ahead x.
Saturday night vibes.. a gorgeous black and gold flattering outfit, two colour choices that never go out of style. This dress is sized really well with a flattering v neck and a forgiving pleated skirt. The dress is £44.99 and the necklace is £6 both from . The fab shoes are £40 and the earrings are £8 from ; bag is £13.99 from .
Don’t you just love the insight from Coco Chanel.. I’ve a bit of work to do on the outside today but will post some Saturday night inspo.
As mid-May is normally the start of the summer social calendar, I’ve styled a more formal but comfortable option. I’ve chosen a colour for accessories that I don’t wear too often, but red is taking me out of the comfort zone! This Fab dress is from , it skims the body well and has a dipped hem. It is on sale for £74.25 and sized up to 18. I have put two earring options, one formal and one more casual; both are £6.50 from as well as the necklace which is £10. The shoes and bag are both available from@next. Shoes are £49 and bag is from for £17. Now to open up the social diary!
Sage advice from the style icon .apfel
Banish the Monday blues with this sophisticated look- a classic black Bardot dress styled with a pop of Mustard(or Ochre if you’re feeling fancy )The dress is from the Curve range and although it comes with a fabric belt I have styled with a wider one to add a bit more structure, and there is a fab size range in this ID: NV6Y3. Necklace and belt are both from Necklace: 49866709 and Belt: 11403305
And the cute bag is from
Anyone in the mood for some white accessories.. it’s nearly summer after all ! With the sad news about some of our favourite stores being impacted by this pandemic, our high street is going to look a bit different soon.
But hopefully the high street staple will endure. They always have some fab styles.
This dress is a floaty flattering style from the PerUna range and is sized well. It is a crepe material so won’t crease.
I have styled with a simple lilac jewellery set - I’m a sucker for matching jewellery😄
Dress £39.50 ID: T533242U ( now reduced)
Earrings- £29.50 ID: T061135X Necklace -£35 ID: T063086X. Ring- £29.50 ID: T067075X
All from
I have styled with two fab shoes from , one for the high heeled lover and a block sandal that still gives height but a bit more comfort. Blue and purple chain sandals -£40 ID: 795905 White wide fit block heel - £49 ID:795855. And the white cross over bag -£26 ID: 794853 all
There might be a third contender but it seems food is a definite permanent thought this weather! Hope everyone is glad it’s Friday and looking forwards to a long weekend. No school work today..yippee!
Is anyone else feeling like this ? I spent the morning sorting out makeup and jewellery. I’m hoping the makeup doesn’t go out of date before I get to go on a night out, and that my jewellery gets a wee run out sometime soon, otherwise I may start getting dressed up for the grocery trips ! 💍
Anyone else love jeans and a nice top :) This look combines some lovely ankle grazer jeans that could be turned up further and a gorge pair of wedges that can add height. I have styled with neutral accessories so that there are no clashes with the print of the top.
Top, bag and belt are all . The print top drapes beautifully over the tops of arms and gives enough flow to be forgiving - £9.99
Belt - £6.99 and goes up to XXL
Round straw bag - £19.99
From ‘Ellis’ slim fit jeans -£15 up to size 22
Pink ‘Reel’ wedges- £32
Rose gold necklace -£12.50.
I’m limiting mirror looks to under 10 a day this weather to preserve my sanity :) 💕
If only my bank account was able to match my love of .. but there’s no harm in looking! One of my favourite designers to follow is Ziad Nakad, a Lebanese designer who creates the most amazing gowns to flatter the figure and sparkle intensely. Anyone else a sucker for amazing beading ? In his own words he creates for ‘women who like clothes with a dramatic flair and timeless femininity’.
It’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed at the mo, but there are glimmers of hope coming our way; and I’m hopeful that the sun will make an appearance again this week, so that I can try out my new built patio:) Planning some new content for us all thanks to from some cool ladies who shared what they would like to see. New polls coming soon ! Have a fab Sunday
I have always found the Ocean blues very calming and today's outfit combines some of those stunning colours. This look of separates could take you from day-time drinking to night time dancing, or even for a special occasion; again with a choice of accessories and heel types. Details:
Skirt is from Roman Originals, an alternative Animal print and is sized up to 20, £35
Black top with lace inset is from Creation L sized up to 26 and is £27.99
Is anyone else a sucker for a matching Shoe and handbag? these colour-popping beauties are £29 for the bag, and the closed-toe slingback is £35. All of the above are available from
From I have selected the black cami with soft ruffle at the front and is sized up to 18, was £20 now £16 ID: 207755001
Black ankle chain strap heels were £49, now £34.40 ID: 828105001
Green Slingback peep-toe heels, was £49 now £34.30 ID: 828265209
I have put a belt with this look, as I am not crazy about an elastic waistband. I have chosen one from , a stretch weave belt that is sized to XL, £6 ID: S2759119_C101
And a Turquoise multi bead necklace - one of my favourite jewellery colours... expect to see a lot more 🙂 £10 ID: S2766438_C352
And for the jewellery set, since we can't stroll through Portuguese markets right now, I have selected a lovely set from - Stone pendant open hoop earrings, and stone pendant chain necklace, £23 and £17 ID: 0847163001 and 0851397001. Have a fab Saturday and let me know if there’s any particular style you would like to see x
Anyone else planning a different Saturday night than normal ? I fear the root concealer may need to be replaced with something stronger soon
The fear is real :) Anyone dressing up in their best outfits for zoom calls at the mo?
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