leggings
Disco Denim
26 August 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I think I've found yet another outfit piece that has the potential to be so over-worn by me I end up wearing it nearly every day. This is a little annoying habit of mine, when I find something I like, it's almost like I become emotionally attached to this item of clothes and I can't help but wear it as much as possible. My denim shirt was bought in the Next sale and I'm absolutely crazy about it, simple because it's so versatile and I can wear it in so many ways! Perfect. The first thing I liked about the shirt is the two different tones of denim, which gives it a unique edge among the rest. The length also makes it incredibly versatile for so many different occasions. Today I'm wearing it as an oversized shirt, all buttoned up with my favourite disco leggings. However, this shirt can also be worn as a jacket, and a longer one as the denim is so thick - shielding you against the cold. With the sleeves rolled down, I've also worn this shirt as a dress with tights and heels booties to an evening meal. With a sophisticated jacket over the top, this shirt is easily dressed up as easy as it can be dressed down. I like that it's oversized, so it's really comfortable for me to wear all day long, and even for work as the dress code is very relaxed there. I can't wait to experiment with more looks!
Shirt - Next
Leggings - made for me
Shoes - Next
Bag - market stall
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California Leather
2 July 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
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Leather jackets are one of my favourite clothing pieces because they can be worn in so many different ways. I favour leather as a material in general because it's thick, waterproof and durable. Black leather is preferred because black goes with everything, although it does have it's downside such as getting unbelievably hot when in sunlight. During 2009, when I was still in school, almost everyone had a leather jacket - they were a huge trend. Since then, I have always really wanted a leather jacket. Depending on the style, they give you a bit of 'sass'. Especially with black leather jackets, the element of care-free attitude is immediately added to an overall look.
I think the leather jacket look is one I would like to develop a lot further, as I know there's such a wide variety of jackets out there, and they come in so many different colours. As we enter the thick of summer, I want to experiment with more colours - going out of my comfort zone. Similarly, leather boots, like Chelsea boots are my go-to shoe-type due to their promising features, but over the summer, I would like to try something new. A really good way to sneak in a bit of colour in your wardrobe are graphic t-shirts which were a large S/S trend. Proenza Schouler, Edun, Diane von Furstenberg and Ralph Lauren are just a few big names that featured a graphic print or pattern in their designs.
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Snappy Shopping Day
26 June 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I have honestly been waiting for this day all week. You know when you have a day in the week, that you have designated to a much deserved event that you can't wait for? That day is today. Most people wouldn't be as excited about what I'm excited about but I've been working most of the week so I can't wait. Today, is shopping day. Bit of an anti-climax for some, but I haven't been shopping for a few weeks so I am very excited to stroll the streets of Leeds and enter every shop I come across. Shopping is like my yoga, some people do certain things to relax or 'self-indulge'; shopping is my go-to activity for this. A lot of the time, I enjoy walking around, window shopping and eating out, not buying a single item. And with the new Trinity Shopping Centre in Leeds which is huge, there are shops or every kind in there. I'm also a bit of a food lover so eating out is an excited experience on it's own. Whenever I go shopping, I always like to wear the comfiest clothes, that are also easy to get on an off when trying clothes on. My top tip would be to wear as little layers as possible to make changing clothes much easier. I love this oversized, long jumper because it's woolly and warm, but also stretchy and easy to get on an off without completely ruining my hair. I may be alone on this, but whenever I spend an entire day of shopping, I often find myself buying little bits and bobs here and there and throwing them into my bag, cluttering it up. So I'm bringing my oversized leather bag that's lightweight and easy to carry - which also means I will be able to hold a few shopping bags in there too. When's your next style shop?
Jumper - Topshop
Leggings - Topshop
Boots - Dorothy Perkins
Bag - Next
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Rustic Rucksack
18 June 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
TK Maxx has become one of my favourite stores for finding one-off, one-of-a-kind pieces that are unique in their own way. I'm lucky enough to have a few stores very close to me, and each other has so much inside, I never know where to start. When shopping for bags, TK Maxx has always been my go-to store. Firstly, because it's highly unlikely anyone else will have the same bag, and secondly, there is a chance that you will find a designer handbag, or a bag that was previously very expensive but is available for a reasonable price which always makes it seem more appealing. TK Maxx always includes the recommended retail prices of their stock so you can compare the previous price and the current one. I bought my rucksack, or backpack, from TK Maxx and I adore it. As mentioned in yesterday's post, I love items with pockets and this bag has plenty. I also really like the washed-out denim look that the bag is, and the denim is very thick and tough which makes the bag durable and reliable. This style of backpack came into fashion during the summer of 2012, when music festivals were becoming much more mainstream and tiny holdalls were not common. I still really like this style of rucksack because it's so different from the standard bag with straps and I think is much more stylish and suitable for anything that isn't school-related. I've also found that my bag is actually quite versatile with outfits and occasions, but can also be used for everyday use which is the biggest bonus.
Jumper - homemade
Leggings - Topshop
Converse - Schuh
Bag - TK Maxx
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TOTALLY TRANQUIL TUESDAY
13 May 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I'll be spending the entire day working from home as I have only one lesson and my teacher isn't available. I would say one of the perks of being in sixth form are the free periods and cancelled lessons. It's like the weight of textbooks lifted off your shoulders. So as I won't be going anywhere today, I'm wearing this huge floaty shirt from Primark. I bought this shirt two sizes bigger because I know Primark sizes can bit a little smaller than other shops, but I wanted the shirt to be quite floaty and oversized because I love the pattern. It has a mirror effect all over with swans and flowers everywhere. I think it's a great top for spring because of the traces of pastel colours which were a major trend in spring, and the hints of floral - another huge trend on the spring catwalks.
I'm also wearing plain black leggings that my mum made, that have a disco-like effect in them. These leggings are made out of a stretchier fabric that plain jersey leggings which makes them super soft and comfortable, great for a lazy day in. Finally, my shoes are from Sports Direct, and the brand is Nike. I don't wear shoes inside, but if I were to nip out, I would wear these shoes because they brighten up the bottom of my outfit, as my leggings are dark, and the colour tones well with my shirt.
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