Bloomin' Awesome Boohoo Buys

Hello beautiful readers,

I have to apologise for not showing my fave recently (although some of you may be quite pleased by that ;)) but my anxiety has been a bit pants recently so haven't really felt like smiling for a camera, away that's another post for another day.

Boohoo have seriously been on top recently with their fashion game so of course I couldn't help myself when I saw these babies. Coming up to Christmas of course money is a bit tight so I went straight for the clearance which I don't usual do but I was pleasantly surprised when I found these cheeky buys. 

Not only are these perfect winter warmers but they are all no more than £15 *Bargain Alert*. The faux fur gillet is such a fashion statement and teamed with these leather leggings which are so comfortable and much easier to get on than leather trouser (none of us want a leather trouser incident like Ross from friends ;)). Also they aren't super super leather looking so they don't show up all your lumps and bumps.

To pull this look together I bought an oversized checked shirt which you can never go wrong with and some cuff rings. I also made sure that the gilet I bought was slightly cropped so I didn't get too drowned in material so keep that in mind if you want to show of them killer curves or inhance them. Finally I've never really been a big fan of rings as I have chubby fingers but these rings are really flattering if it's possible to make your hands look flattering hehe.

Go and check boohoo out whether it be to treat yourself before Christmas or for bargain Christmas buys take a look, I think you'll be surprised. 

Gilet (Similar)

Shirt

Leggings

Rings

S.Mx

Mixmatchme

Today's post is a little different but I have to share this with all of you as I'm obsessed.

Ok so Mixmatchme gives you the chance to go online shopping and try your outfits on models. We all have that disappointing moment when we order something and it doesn't bit mixmatchme completely eliminates that problem.

Mixmatchme not only offer high street fashion like Miss Selfridge and Asos but they keep you updated with the latest trends and what's hot to buy which I really love.

Putting together outfits is quick, easy and so much. Basically it does what it says on the tin. Another really great thing about this website is that it keeps track of how much you would spend if you were to buy the outfit which means you don't get a nasty surprise at the check out.

Finally you can save all the garments you've put together on your model in your wardrobe which is really accessible and simple if you just want to by the coat and the jeans you matched and you don't have to be a computer whizz to understand what's going on.

This website has really changed the way I shop online, go and check it out.

Mixmatchme

S.Mx

One coat || Three outfits || Look Three

How to layer up your outfit for the Winter.

Ok so my first tip would be to start with top that isn't too loud and match a pair of jeans with. Whatever jean that will suit your body shape. Layering can be tricking as you don't want to like like Joey when he puts all of Chandlers clothes on so I chose a cropped or use a belt to show off that figure.

When layering I love to use different textures and materials as if you use too many of the same it may look a bit too samey and boring. As I chose for darker colours underneath I then started to use lighter colours with blue shirt and pink jacket and thats what really pulls this outfit together.

The shoes I live for right now are these stunning chunky boots from Asos. Admittedly they look quite dangerous but they are so comfortable and aren't that high if you take the platform into consideration. I'm quite short at 5'5 and like I've said before I have quite chunky thighs so these are perfect to elongate and make you look more in proportion. Cannot live without these bad boys.

Top || Topshop

Jeans || Asos

Jacket || New Look

Shirt || Topshop

Boots || Asos

Time for you to get layering.

That's my One coat, three outfits done so I hoped you enjoyed and I'd love to hear from all your lovelies.

S.Mx

❄Christmas Fever❄

It was only a matter of time when Christmas fever was going to hit me and today I am ashamed to say is that day.

I'm very partial to a cheesy Christmas jumper but theres something about the cut and pattern of this Asos jumper that brings it bang up to date and gives you a chance to maybe wear it other than Christmas day.

This outfit is admitibly very matchy-matchy but if you dare to I think it can be pulled off...I hope ;) The contrast and different tones of reds really pull the outfit together as colour matching is very in for Winter 2014. What more can I say it's daring, different and delightful haha.

These tartan leggings are my must have buy, they go with just about anything and can really make a statement. Unlike normal stretchy leggings are bit tighter round the legs (probably because of my thunder thighs but hey) and really suck you in but are really comfortable and soft. 

 And finally the pier de résistance; these amazing shoes from Fabric Boutique. Now these shoes crazy but they are soooo comfortable. The platform and hell is perfect for all day use and work with just about anything...except from the rain :p

  

Jumper || Asos
Shoes || Fabric Boutique
Leggings || Topshop

What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?


Claustrophobia!

Sorry guys, but it had to be done ;)

Hope you enjoyed, please comment and let me know what you think. Much love.

S.Mx

Winter Wishlist

Hello beautiful people,   

I know this is only my second proper post but I really wanted to go for a wishlist post but I'm getting way too excited for Christmas and couldn't help but put these beauties together. And hopefully if I put a word in with the big man early I might get these babies under the Christmas tree ;)    

I cant explain how much I love this jumper, for a long time now I have been following the vintage inspired knitwear by Wildfox couture. I love their edgy knit wear with rips and different patterns used which is a perfect winter warmer and Wildfox really pull off the cute but quirky look. I'm so in love with this knit plaid jumper to make a statement teamed with a dark pair of jeans. Not only is this a perfect winter warmer but it pops with lovely autumny, Christmasy colours which we all love.

I find that if I'm wearing an oversized jumper that it's best to wear a pair of skinnies to even out the outfit so you don't look like your wearing one big sack. H&m is my favourite go to high street shop and when I found these jeans I knew I had to have them. I really like the over exaggerated rips and holes that cover these washed out jeans. 

When wearing jeans and boots fit wise, you want a jean that hits right above the top of the boot so your not cutting your legs off too much. Doc martens have been on my wishlist for so long now but I really don't know whether to go for patinė or normal ones like pictured above. I chose to match the normal dms with this outfit as I thought the patinė would be too much. I can't get enough of doc martens and am ashamed to say I don't have a pair in my cupboard...(sad face). I really love a vintage look and doc martens have that written all over them. They are perfect for all year round and to rock with any outfit.

This is a casual everyday outfit and teamed with a some cuff rings will really make a statement and pull the outfit together. I found some really great buys at www.ringsandtings.com and was really interested when I saw that they offer a 'lucky dip' which offers you a chance to let them chose £15 worth of jewellery for you for just £10. I think it's a great way of making your outfit that little but more different. Great idea and a great website with fun and stunning jewellery. Check it out.

Jumper || Wildfox || £180
Jeans || H&M || £30
Boots || Doc martens || £110
Rings || Rings and tings || £4.50

S.M x

Fabulous in Fur

Fur is that staple item we all need in our wardrobe for autumn/winter. Whether it be dressing a cropped long fur coat with a dress or an oversized coat with a pair of jeans, fur coats will work with almost anything. I have absolutely fallen in love with this leopard fur coat...now I look slightly like pat butcher but who knows this coat might not even be on the rails without a cheeky touch from that big earring wearing delight ;) anyway moving swiftly on, I was extremely surprised  when I walked into tescos and saw this beauty looking back at me. I didnt think id be writing my first blog about tesco but F&F have no doubtibly stepped their game up and clearly have inevative and new ideas coming our way. This coat fits like a glove and has a beautiful black slik lining to compliment the fur. Faux fur is always really expensive but it's such a good investment when you'll have it in your cupboard from years to come. It may not be real but I feel pretty damn fabulous! 

Top tip: Dont go too OTT with accessories. One item of fur is enough to make a statement. Too matchy-matchy with a hat and scarf takes the look from chic to cheap.

"You cannot fake chic but you can be chic and fake fur." Karl Lagerfeld.

Coat || Tesco F&F || £40
Boots || Asos || £20
Leggings || Boohoo || £12
Top || Asos || £15

S.M x