Boho Chic

With Coachella been and gone (sad face), Glastonbury coming up and music festival season in full flow, there is no better time than now to get into the festival fashion spirit. As spring...springs and summer shines bohemian is back with it's beautiful flowing movements and romantic themes. With seventies, patchwork, vintage and hippy influences this summer they will be blending into one to create the perfect boho chic look. Light weight fabrics and loose and floaty fabric are ideal for summer, holidays and of course music festivals so carry on reading to check out how I did it.

Sheer fabrics are my favourite fashion piece for Spring/Summer and of course it screams bohemian; the material is so easy to just throw on with anything and depending on the pattern it's so easy to dress up or down. I got this beautiful Kimono last year from Boohoo and definitely got my wear out of it. Boho trends always seem to come back in the summer so this is a great piece to keep in your wardrobe all year round and whip it out when the sun comes out. When dressing a piece that's really floating it's really important to keep it as your statement piece and work around around it when accessorising. Taking colours from the main pattern and using them is a great way of mixing and matching without clashing too much. This simple top is also from Boohoo and such a great cover up piece but also really easy to manipulate as it's so light so you can belt it, tuck it or tie it. Another piece that I love to wear in the summer is these sheer bicycle type legging; they are clearly see through so if you are wearing them with a top then you should probably put some pants on but they also look really great peaking out under skirts, shorts and dresses. They are also ideal if you don't really like your legs so instead of wearing long shorts or leggings in the hot sun you can wear these while still being comfortable and looking sexy too.

When I think of music festivals I think jewellery so I went all out ; if you can't bling up in summer then when can you. The accessories just really pull the outfit together and helps all the colours blend together so when accessorising this summer don't be afraid to go all out. Finally the shoes, admittedly I did steal these from my mumma but with fringing being so in now I couldn't resist teaming these bad boys with this look as I really think it puts the 70's cherry on top of the cake. Flat shoes are of course the best shoes for music festivals but these boots only have a slight heel and super padded which make them so comfy but its also really easy to get your hands on a flat pair of fringed boots which are just as effective. What are your go to Bohemian pieces this summer?

Steal my style:

Kimono~Boohoo

Top~Boohoo (Similar)

Leggings~H&M (Similar)

Bangles~Primark 

Fringe Boots~Ebay(Similar)

Pendant Necklace~Mellow Souls

All my love,

Over and out. 

S.Mx 

How to wear Denim on Denim

It's been a beautiful few days in my home town so what better excuse to get your midriff out. Summer for me is a tricky time of year as, like a lot of you, I'm not body confident. I'm a size 12, I have a tummy and an arse which I am proud of but of course I still have a lot to work on. I am in no way claiming that I'm supermodel material and that I should be showing everything off, because I shouldn't, but my message to you is to stay within your comfort zone. The worst feeling is going out in something you feel uncomfortable in because you just think everyone is looking at you. As it's been lovely weather but still quite breezy I opted for a pair of ripped boyfriend jeans and a really light weight blue shirt to create you guessed it a denim on denim look.

Recently I haven't been feeling wearing a lot of jewellery but denim on denim is the perfect look to complement that as it should be all about the denim and not the accessories. I also don't wear boyfriend jeans as I'm not super tall and skinny so they make my legs look like chunky chips but I thought I'd try these out as they were super cheap. I was honestly pleasantly surprised with the fit and comfort of these jeans as they are so nice to laze around the house in but as you can see they are really easy to dress up too. Usually I'll buy jeans that cover my stomach but it's nice to have something not so restricting but still flattering. When wearing denim on denim one of the basic rules is to stick with darker shades when you need to cover up and flatter shades when you want to show something off which is why I balanced the jeans out with this light blue shirt. I've had this shirt now for years but it's so easy to wear. Unlike denim this shirt is really thin so it's perfect for layering up or just wearing it as it is.

And last but very not means least are one of favourite things I got for my birthday last week. I'd been eyeing these babies up for a while and didn't know which colour I wanted as they do a dark green camouflage as well but I was over the moon when I received the blue pair. Pointed court heels are everywhere right now so why not mix it with a interesting pattern which is still really subtle. I thought they were really fun and something I haven't really seen before and they didn't disappoint. A massive round of applause for New Look.

Denim on denim is bang on trend right now but it's so easy to get wrong, stick by my tips to get it right. The two biggest pitfalls of denim on denim is assecorizing too much and sticking with the same shades of denim. Denim on denim is a really exciting trend and when done right it can look nothing less than amazing so have some fun with it and don't be afraid of the double D's ;)

Steal my style:

Jeans~Asos

Heels~New Look

Shirt~Topshop

All my love, 

Over and out. 

S.Mx 

Dear Diary...

Friday 10th April 07:15

I'm currently sat in my room with a hot water bottle on my belly and a fan blowing in my face, counting in for seven breathes and out for eleven. I've been awake for the last hour an half after being woken up by a panic attack. Let me talk you though it; I'm sleeping quite lightly and am aware them I'm feeling sick and DAMN it hits me like a tonne of bricks. I sit bolt up right in my bed and instantly want to call out for mum but with my boyfriend  being sound asleep next to me and dad having to get for work in a matter of minutes, I didn't want to bother anyone. I call mum my 'safe person' she's the one I trust 100% who will calm me down and make it better (yes I'm 20 years old and I still shout out for my mum to help). I can feel the temperature rising, my heart pounding that little bit louder and quicker, I start sweating and I'm almost definitely going to be sick. Focusing on my breathing is my go to technique but when you're in the mists of a bad panic attack the time that the breathing helps seems completely pointless but I stuck by it, zoned out and was able to manage. So your now probably thinking  why am I writing about a little panic attack; in the last two hours I've had five mini panic attacks so I've been left confused, frustrated and quite frankly bloody exhausted.

The first one has gone and I feel a great sense of relief and pride that I was able to handle it all by myself. 'Oh shit, I'm going to be sick' I rush into the bathroom and call out for mum, she looks dazed and confused (even more than she usually does) and I'm kneeling by the toilet pouring with sweating, shaking and shouting 'take this away from me'...but she can't, no one can apart from me, myself and I. I can feel the heat radiating from my neck and the wave of sickness drowning me with the fear and panic. Being sick makes me panic beyond belief, I'm never sick when I have a panic attack so my brain should know to not link the two but it just wants to put them right next to each other and it's something that I really don't know how to fix; I have most crippling fear of being sick. Two down, three to go.

Usually when I have a panic attack it last for a maximum of 20 minutes and it's only ever one, not 5 times. My anxiety recently has got so much better so why have I woken up in such a state? I'm sat on the toilet shivering with the window wide open but I'm hot, this panic just won't rest. I can't even stand up with the crippling pain in my stomach, I've lost all capability of helping myself. Number three is coming and I feel like I'm going to pass out, I can feel pins and needles in my arms, hands, feet and legs and am just swamped by the intensity. Number 4 and 5 come quickly but I had to focus on my breathing. Seven seconds in, hold for 4 seconds and out for 11. I start to float away and hear the birds singing outside, I can see the beautiful blue sky and just try and drift away with the world. It's over.

Writing about something so personal is extremely nerve racking but when I actually write about it, it helps me really detach from the situation and understand what I did wrong and how I can help myself in future. If you're struggling with anxiety or panic attacks I want you to know you're not the only one, your not mad and you can fight it. Just remember it won't last forever.

All my love, 

Over and out.

S.Mx 

Steal Their Style: Rihanna

It's no debate that Rihanna is an absolute babe and a massive fashion icon with her very very unique style. From the latest pink Grammys number to her daring sheer crystal fishnet gown it's definitely no lie that Rihanna doesn't give a F*** what we think of her and I truly admire that about her. She debuted this outfit back in January, mostly shocking us all with the price tag at a whopping $23,891! I can only applaud Rihanna for teaming a pair of Tom Ford heels with silky gym trousers and still look bloody amazing. This outfit is classic edgy urban chic which are the perfect words to describe Rihanna's style.

When creating an outfit like this it is very important to think before you act. Using the green trousers as a statement piece will highlight your legs especially if your wearing high waisters with heels then your going to get them killer Rihanna legs which we are all envious of. Rihanna shows this perfectly as you are instantly drawn to the trousers, which is what you want if you've spent that much on gym trousers. Adding neutral, silver, accessories will complement this look, avoid gold at all costs unless you want to go for a Vicki pollard look!

 If you want this outfit at an absolute steal then check out the pieces I've put together for you to get this look at a fraction of the price.

Knit sweater
£14 - romwe.com

Phase Eight green pants
£59 - houseoffraser.co.uk

White sandals
£30 - missguided.co.uk

Topshop elephant ring
£19 - topshop.com

Miss Selfridge bracelet
£8.69 - missselfridge.com

All my  love, 

Over and out.

S.Mx 

Smooth Skin in Seconds

Oz Naturals is a leader in natural skincare. In Oz naturals own words, 'Our products are cruelty-free, mineral oil free, lanolin free and gluten free'. I was lucky enough to be sent one of their beautiful products to try out myself so if you want to read my review then carry on scrolling.

Having a Gluten allergy myself, I am very conscious and find it hard to find products that are gluten free. If you don't know what gluten is then it's a protein found in wheat; it's crazy to even think that beauty products contain gluten as it's used in bread and yummy foods but it certainly  happens. Also having really sensitive skin I tend not to use creams as it's such a hassle finding something that agrees with my skin so testing this product was very interesting for me.

I've used this product eight times now as well as my mum as I wanted to see if it reacted differently on different skin and I have to say I'm blown away by the results. As it's an oil, unlike cream, you can feel it being absorbed into your face straight away. It's a really refreshing serum to apply before going to bed and my favourite thing about it is how smooth it makes your skin feel. Even though the serum is oily, which I've never really seen before, it in no way makes your skin oily. Not only have I been using it before bed but also before applying my make up. Oz Naturals suggest using it as a base for make up and it's such a great suggestion. The only awkward thing about this product is the pipette applicator as it's quite difficult to apply to the face and knowing how much your applying. This problem definitely wouldn't stop me purchasing this product again and will definitely be looking at what other beauties they have for us.

To get your hands on any Oz Naturals products just click HERE and enjoy. If you want Flawless skin in seconds then check THIS out.

All my love,

Over and out. 

S.Mx 

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Trend Alert: The Fringe Skirt

Let's just appreciate for a second how exciting it is that the 70's are back! There's no doubting that 70's fashion has swept our shops and the runways so what better time to show you one of the most perfect trend alerts. Fringing on clothes, accessories and shoes are such a powerful and versatile statement right now and is beyond stylish. Fringing is so easy to dress up and down and perfect for festivals, office wear, party wear and casual wear which is why I think it's been around for so long.

When styling a fringe skirt, your skirt is the statement piece. Fringe jackets and bags can also look great with a fringe skirt as you can see with one of the pictures above but it's all about sticking to the right colour palettes and textures.  I've found that fringed clothing is quite expensive so I've been on the hunt for you all for some cheeky affordable fringe skirts for you so we can look as sassy as the runway models. Happy shopping.

MANGO white skirt
£70 - mango.com

H M black skirt
£40 - hm.com

Summer skirt
£20 - necessaryclothing.com

H M long black skirt
£10 - hm.com

Midi skirt
£28 - missguided.co.uk



        

Pattern Clashing

Bold/Clashing patterns are my favourite thing to style as for me it's when all the rule books go out the window and you can have a bit of fun. Luckily for me and you bold and clashing patterns are back just in time for Spring/Summer. Pattern clashing is such a great way of sprucing up your wardrobe as it allows you to wear old pieces together to create something fresh and vibrant. Carry on for my take on bold/clashing patterns and tips on how to wear them.

If you take one look at my wardrobe you'll realise how 'mad shirt' crazy I am. From new florals to Paisley to retro florals, I have it all so a pattern clashing outfit wouldn't be the same without a floral shirt. This beauty is from Beyond Retro which is one of my go to stores for you guessed it retro pieces. It may look like your grandma's tablecloth but I love how different it is to floral piece's now. The beige, orange, camel and purple colours that are used makes this such an easy piece to pattern match/clash with too.

If you've followed me from the start then you'll know that I've blogged this coat before but I couldn't resist putting it up again. This stunner comes to you from F&F (yes that is Tescos). I've also said it before and I'll say it again, F&F have really pulled out all the stops recently and are a contender to really take seriously. Being an unlikely market for 'younger adults', at 19 years old myself I do love to have a good look at their pieces and wouldn't second guess shopping their. They honestly have some really beautiful pieces; of course including this coat. Even though floral and animal print is such a wild combination the colours used in each piece really link together well and create a really strong look.

When I think of pattern clashing it makes me think of shirts and skirts or dresses but my look shows that this trend is super versitly and can be cracked from day to night. Pattern clashing can be a difficult trend to get right so here are a few tips for you which I stand by when mixing it up.

Fluidity

Try and keep to the same colour palette as much as you can. Forget the whole 'Blue and Green should never be seen' or that Pink and Red 'just don't go'. 

Accessories

If you don't feel confident enough to pattern clash then start with your accessories. Maybe a leather print bag with floral shoes.

Monochrome

Black and white gives you such an effective pattern mixing opportunity. Whether it be stripes, spots or geometric prints it can never go wrong.

Pastels

For a minimalistic 'clashy' look try a collection of pastel patterns which will give you a really feminine but edgy outfit.

Steal my style:

Shirt~Beyond Retro

Jeans~Asos

Boots~Asos

Coat~F&F

All my love,

Over and out.

S.Mx