The Red Carpet Edit

The Red Carpet Edit

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Today's post is inspired by the plush attire in which can be rented from The Black Tux along with my personal aspiration of walking the red carpet one day..*in my dreams*. If I ever attended a red carpet event, this is the look I would go for - classy and intense with a whole lot of glitter! I mean, what is an award ceremony without sparkles, eh?

Now is the fun part! Imagine your celebrity man walking down that red carpet in none other than the fashion season's favourite...THE VELVET JACKET TUXEDO! I can't explain how much I'm loving this trend/fashion statement - I'm a total sucker for velvet material and imagining your favourite guy walking alongside you dressed in this suave attire, you both will definitely be looked at for the right reasons. 

The Black Tux offers this Velvet Jacket Tuxedo accompanied by Merino wool tuxedo pants to rental for such an incredible price - especially with such high quality materials. For this style, the jacket sizes are available from 36-42.

I absolutely can't help coveting outfits I would love to wear if I were to attend such a prestigious event. Matching your man (and the walkway!) with Khloe Kardashian's red velvet dress would look so hot, Amanda Seyfried's stunning halter with beautiful embellished detail is to die for and who cannot love Beyonce?! She just looks incredible in everything she wears - *sigh*.

Check out The Black Tux to see all the other amazing rental suits and tuxedos!


What would your go-to outfit be for a red carpet event? 

Lots of love

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This post was in collaboration with The Black Tux, however all opinions are honest and my own.

ASOS Spring Fashion Wishlist

ASOS Spring Fashion Wishlist

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After Christmas and recent birthdays, it is safe so say my bank account officially hates me. Therefore, all I can currently do is look at clothing websites and lust after the beautiful new spring collections, glancing at gorgeous shoes, pretty dresses and my favourite - sunglasses!

I decided to put together a want list in 3 sections : clothing, shoes and accessories, to let you know what I'm waiting to get my hands on over the next couple of months. ASOS had such a good range of Spring attire so I've incorporated products from both highend and affordable brands.

~ Floral Skater Dress - Stripe Print Playsuit - Pink Sleeveless Jacket - Check Skater Dress - Free People Dress - Floral Pac-A-Mac - B&W Wide Leg Jumpsuit - White&Turquoise Prom Skirt - Eastern Floral Print Blouse ~

~ Truffle Collection Taupe Heels - Tan Suede Sandals - Harp Heeled Mules - Pink Metallic Pointed Heels - White Embellished Pointed Heels - Flatform Espadrille Sandals - Nike Atomic Pink Juvenate Trainers - Yellow Lace Up Espadrilles  - New Balance Grey&Pink 620 Trainers ~

~ Leather Saddle Bag - Brocade Clutch Bag - Multi Row Necklace - Multi Stone Ring - Rosetta Stone Bracelet - 70s Retro Sunglasses ~

What is your favourite product(s) from my wishlist?! 

Lots of love

*This is not a collaboration post.

Winter to Spring Fashion Transition

Winter to Spring Fashion Transition

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As Spring is swiftly approaching, I thought I would put together a few little outfits that would be appropriate during the transition from England's extremely cold Winter to a not-much-warmer Spring. For you today, I have a casual, some smart-casual and an evening outfit to hopefully inspire your winter-spring fashion needs. 

Also, I've tried to include the most affordable looks I could. Hope you enjoy!!

Outfit 1 : STRIPES AND DUNGAREES

Top - Forever 21 (similar here)

Dungarees - New Look (similar here)

Tights - Topshop

Sunglasses - Primark (similar here)

Backpack - Missguided

Outfit 2 : VINTAGE FLORAL

Top - Topshop (similar here)

Skirt - Boohoo

Necklace - Accessorize

Lipstick - MAC Russian Red

Outfit 3 : PINK CHECKS EVENING WEAR

Top - New look (similar here)

Blazer - Primark (similar here)

Skirt - New look

Shoes - Missguided

Lipstick - MAC Mehr

Outfit 4 : DUCK EGG BLUE (CASUAL)

Jumper - Matalan (similar here)

Jeans - M&S

Shoes - Primark (similar here)

What are you favourite Spring colours/outfits? What is your favourite season?

Lots of love

Lacoste Black Sneakers | Cloggs

Lacoste Black Sneakers | Cloggs

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Fortunately, this month I've been able to team up with Cloggs on a collaboration to showcase their wonderful collection of shoes - especially these gorgeous Lacoste Sneakers. 

CLOGGS - home of footwear - offer an incredible range of shoes, both for men and women, including boots, slippers, trainers, wellies, sandals and more. It gets better, not only do they sell a wide collection of comfortable footwear, they also market branded shoes; eg. UGG Australia, Converse, Hunters Wellies and obviously Lacoste. 

I was luckily gifted this beautiful pair of everyday black/white Lacoste sneakers to review and share my honest opinion on. These trainers are super comfortable, similar to Converse, but with an added luxurious touch - the interior is soooo soft. I love how simplistic the overall look of the shoes are; a monochrome pair of sneakers to match almost any outfit. 

Personally, I think they shoes would look perfect in some ripped jeans, a slogan tee and a leather jacket - chic but casual. The exterior of the shoes are extremely durable - there is an added strength compared to average trainers which informs me that these will last for a lengthy period. I cannot wait to start pairing these beauties with some outfits for a future post. 

If you're looking for some fancy new shoes, I would totally recommend checking out CLOGGS - they offer quality shoes with ridiculous reductions, whilst holding constant sales/discounts. Don't miss out an bargain!

Lots of love

*This post was a collaboration and the product was a gift. However, all opinions are my own and will always be honest.

Oreo-Filled Cookie Recipe

Oreo-Filled Cookie Recipe

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After seeing endless videos/pictures on social media of everyone's favourite treats encased in cookie dough, I knew I had to get baking! My boyfriend and I fell in love with the oreo-filled choc chip cookies and began to prepare a recipe...

Gather the ingredients below and follow our method to bake some of the best cookies you've ever tasted. If you do end up making some/a variation of these cookies, don't forget to send us a picture of them via my Twitter/Instagram Direct Messaging. 

Ingredients (serves 10) : 

200g Margarine

200g Caster Sugar

2 Eggs

400g Plain Flour

2 tsp Vanilla Essence

200g Chocolate Chips (100g White Choc & 100g Milk Choc)

Method :

1. Grease your baking tray and preheat the oven to 180ºC/350ºF/Gas Mark 4.

2. Cut the margarine into small cubes, place in a bowl and mix the sugar until a fluffy mixture is formed.

3. Add both eggs to the mixture and stir. 

4. Sieve the flour into the mixing bowl - if your mixture looks like the desired dough, begin to knead.

5. After kneading the dough, incorporate your choice of decoration/added extras (ours were white and milk choc chips!!!)

6. On a clean surface, break a small section of the dough mixture and press until a flattened, circular shape is achieved. Place an oreo, or your specified treat, onto the dough and fold the outer layer so the oreo is completely covered. 

7. Repeat step six for the rest of the mixture. Place on the baking tray and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes. Remember to leave them to cool on a rack for a further 10 minutes after being in the oven.

8. ENJOY! Eat them alone or acquire some mint chocolate ice cream as an added touch - it tastes amazing!

I hope you all enjoyed this slightly different post - comment below if you would like to see more recipes on my blog in the future. :-)

Lots of love

Stripes and Rips | OOTD

Stripes and Rips | OOTD

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Jumper - Urban Outfitters (£32.00)

Jeans - Select (17.99)

Boots - Primark (£22.99)

I threw this little boxing day outfit together and really liked the overall look. The Urban Outfitters jumper I received at Christmas is gorgeous;the auburn, mustard and black colours are so complementary, making the piece jump out in my wardrobe. I love new clothing that is so different from anything you've worn before - such a lovely feeling to have a change :-)

I'm so excited with what this year holds. My new years resolutions are:

•  To lose weight until I'm happy with my figure!
• Improve my flexibility. 
• Be more positive towards situations instead of entering them negatively.
• Take a photo every day of the year (I did this last year in a private facebook album and it is so cool to look back on)
• Save my money.
• Try out new beauty products rather than sticking to the same ones every day.
• Try new foods (I'm really fussy and want to eat like a normal human being)
• Have my blog reach 30,000 views and 3,000 followers. 

What are your New Year's Resolutions?

Lots of love

Wedding Dresses 2016 | ROSA NOVIAS

Wedding Dresses 2016 | ROSA NOVIAS

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WOOHOO! We've entered 2016 and I'm so excited for the year ahead of me. I know a lot of people, like myself, hoping for this year to be filled with happiness, optimism, (weight loss) and for their wishes to come true. So...when Rosa Novias contacted me to write a post about their gorgeous wedding dresses/site I was in! How could I miss an opportunity where I'm able to ramble about dresses I hope to be wearing/trying on in the future?!

Gentle Lace Zipper Floor-length Sweetheart Empire Bridal Gown 

This beautiful gown, and the last one I'll be talking about, are 2 of my dream wedding dresses. The style of them is so flattering; it enhances your chest, hugs your curves and flows into a gorgeous white pool at the floor. I'm a huge fan of the lace detailing at the top of the dress; I think it creates that extra class/elegance to the outfit. IN LOOOOVE!!!

Buttons Empire Unique Vintage Lace Trimmed Tulle Wedding Dresses

Another lace-trimmed number, but this time with a vintage edge to it - the classic white wedding has been altered to a warm, soft beige to form that older, vintage look. The minimal embroided jewels and intricate lace detailing help to express the this vintage take of a wedding and I really love how this looks and shapes the models figure.

Charming Hand Made Flowers Bateau Neck Cap Sleeve A-line Tulle Wedding Dress

A chic, floral gown with chiffon fabric trailing into a small tail at the floor surface. This depicts a super girly dress - the way the white flowers are scattered provide a feminine essence to the outfit. I know so many people who would love to wear this girly dress for their wedding day.

A-Line Short Sleeve Bateau Appliqued Lace Mini Wedding Dresses 

For those into shorter wedding dresses (I know a few shorter females feel that shorter dresses look best on them), here's one for you. This short-sleeved, lacey number would be perfect for myself because I'd want my shoulders hidden. Also, I adore the mini scalloped hem at the bottom of the dress because it is so unique to the standard-styled wedding dresses. Finally, how could I not mention the cute bow at the back of the dress? Adorable.

Vinatge Illusion Jewel Neck Lace Appliqued A-line Knee Length Chiffon Wedding Dress

Another one for those who prefer the shorter dresses, this is cute, sweet girly dress that again, hugs at your waist to give off that skinnier look (something we all want eh?). Moreover, I love the contrast in the beautifully laced sleeves to the chiffon flowing material that hangs lightly above the knees. A contrast in material can seriously look stunning when worn with the right accessories to embrace it.

V Neck Cap Sleeved Crystal Waist Sheath Lace Patterns Wedding Dress

Finally, I have my ultimate dress of the post - a glamorous, royal outfit involving intense lace embroidery and gorgeous little gems. This model completely works this gown, making it look stunning on her figure, expressing the ever-so classy look and pairing the outfit with appropriate jewelled earrings to match the dress. I'm in utter awe at this dress and it has quickly become my dream wedding gown.

Not only do Rosa Novias sell online's most beautiful wedding dresses, they offer outfits for other prestigious occasions, like Prom, Bridesmaid and Evening Dresses. Don't forget to check out what they have in store because I can guarantee you will fall head over heels for a gorgeous dress. Treat yourselves or keep it in mind for your special day!

Lots of love

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This post was in collaboration with Rosa Novias, however all opinions are honest and my own.