Freak Like Me..

I've had a pretty hectic couple of weeks filled with presentations, exams and a 100 page assignment so I've had little time to spare to do anything else, particularly blogging! This week I managed to escape from the long days of essay writing and revision and helped out backstage with the second year's fashion show. The whole day was so much fun (if not a little hectic). I loved the insight into organising a fashion show and am pretty excited that this is something I will be doing next year! The theme was based around fetish wear, with fetish, alien and doll themed catwalk runs. It was amazing seeing the whole thing come together, it was a pretty stressful day and night but being able to see everything come together made it all worth it. The outfits worn by the models were crazy, but they had been put together so well by the second years.
I worked with a model who seemed to have been given all of the tightest clothes possible, which made it a pretty difficult task to get her changed in time for the next walk. Somehow I managed to get her changed and onto the catwalk without anything in the wrong place (thank god!). I must admit I was really impressed with the whole thing though - a full team of professional hair and make-up artists were put in place for all the models and even little details like demented barbie dolls were used! I haven't taken any backstage photos but I know there was a photographer so I'll be sure to add some pictures as soon as I get hold of them!
Let's just hope us first years pull off our show just as well!

S x

Charity Shop Love

About a year ago I made friends with a girl who had the most beautiful style, yet brought all of her clothes and accessories from charity shops, so I decided it was time to follow this trend. Being a student I'm extremely limited to the amount I splurge on new outfits (hardly easy when I'm a fashion student constantly surrounded by amazing new clothes). A few weeks ago I was does in London visiting the family when I quickly popped into Oxfam and found this cute little wrap dress! It's perfect for the spring season with this floral pattern and colouring and only cost me a mere £5! I'm extremely happy with this purchase and didn't even have to make a dent in my bank account - what more could you want!

Another recent charity shop purchase was this Pierre Balmain vintage purse. I've been looking for a bright red purse for forever without the ridiculous price tag, so you can imagine how pleased I was when I snapped this up for just £2! It's a little worn, but I am definitely not going to complain, plus I kind of like that it looks old and used.

S x

My Wish List

Lately I've really got into reading fashion and beauty blogs and have seen wish lists galore among all of them, so I decided to create one of my own! I am currently a student and most of the things I want are pretty out of my price range. My birthday isn't until June which sucks, but hopefully ma and pa will be feeling generous on my next visit home! (maybe I'll just leave this page on the computer for them to see)

1 - Topshop Python Wedge Chelsea Boots.
I was looking for some heeled chelsea boots and these cropped up during my search! I do have tendencies to buy far too many black wedge heels but they work with every outfit and are soooo comfortable. I am completely in love with these, particularly the pointed toe and they look perfect for both day and night wear!

2 - LOVE Long Sleeve Wrap Dress.
LOVE is a brand I've only recently started shopping with, I discovered them at the Clothes Show Live back in December and loved some of their pieces. This wrap dress has to be one of my favourite on their website and is a fair price ranging between £30 and £40 (and they kindly sent me a £10 off voucher - now I have no excuses!). I will definitely be purchasing one of these ASAP, my only problem is which colour to choose! I'm thinking this coral one will add some brightness to my summer wardrobe!

3 - Wavy Jewellery Handmade Cross Necklace.
For a while I've been looking for a cross necklace that I know not many people will have and I found my answer through twitter. An awesome handmade jewellery maker started following me, so I thought I would have a look at some of her work and I was amazed! Her jewellery prices are ridiculously cheap at £3 or £4 and particularly favoured this necklace, I will most definitely be ordering soon!

4 - Firetrap Palo Large Tassel Shoulder Bag.
For a year and a half I worked for the company Firetrap and loved every second of it! Whilst I was still working for them back in December I was eyeing up this bag, I have no idea why I never brought it, but as I was scrolling through the website I noticed it had gone into the sale. I've wanted to buy a new handbag for ages and now I just can't say no!

5 - Wavy Jewellery Handmade Cross Ring.
Yet another Wavy Jewellery item and yet another cross - I'm starting to think I may be a Christian in denial. This is another of Wavy Jewellery's items that caught my eye! In fact I think I'm just going to order them now!

6 - YSL Touche Eclat.
Since starting university I have unfortunately gained what I would call my worst nightmare - dark circles. I never had this problem until I started living in halls, I'm blaming the uni for this! I'm lucky enough to have a mum who is extremely clued up on make-up products and has used practically everything under the sun, so I generally know what products are best to use. Before I buy this I'm definitely going to have to search around for the lowest price - it's a little out of my price range for my student budget!

7 - Bobbi Brown Pink Quartz Shimmer Brick.
Another love for a make-up brand learnt through my mum! Bobbi Brown has to be my favourite make-up brand around, or at least a close tie with MAC products! If I could own all Bobbi Brown products, I would. This blush product has got to be my new must-have, it's perfect for the summer time and knowing Bobbi Brown products will most definitely be worth the money! Might have to wait a little while for this one though.

8 - Missguided Pinstripe Leggings.
I can't say Missguided is a website I look at often, however I was pleasantly surprised when I came across these pinstriped leggings! I've seen them in the jeans style, but I'm not too much of a jean lover so these leggings are perfect. I think these are going to have to be added to my summer wardrobe.

S x