The Transitional Puffa Jacket

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When I was Five I had a metallic Pink Puffa Jacket & I wore it every moment I could, Twenty years later (wow I sound old!) the jacket that adds a bit of sass to your outfit is making a comeback in a big way, it's going to be a key piece for your A/W wardrobe.

With Autumn just around the corner the Matalan Red Puffa Jacket is the perfect trans-seasonal addition to your coat collection, it's light-weight yet super snug & cosy for those chillier days. It's practical yet on trend with it being a statement Red colour which is set to be the shade of the season. I have to mention how warm this coat has kept me, I'm always as cold as a block of ice so I was pleasantly surprised to discover just how toasty I was whilst wearing this. It's made me even more excited for the cooler months now, I can't wait to wrap up in my new Winter coat!

I've styled the Jacket in a casual way as that's my usual vibe, I love the contrast the from the black & white Gingham top paired with my go-to High Waisted Skinny Jeans. The Puffa gives the outfit a much needed pop of colour, it creates a bit of 'wow' to the overall look & I've definitely become a convert to statement coats after styling this outfit. It's the perfect jacket to go with a laid back look but I also wore it with a little dress & boots too when I was feeling a bit more adventurous, so there are plenty of ways you can wear this hero piece.  

My favourite thing about this coat? The amount of compliments I've received! This girl has been rocking it & found a new confidence since doing so. It's amazing how trying something that is a little outside of your comfort zone can actually make the world of difference to your confidence. I was a little apprehensive about whether or not the coat would suit me. With it being a more sporty style & seeing the way it had been styled on the model but hey I gave it a go & loved the outcome!

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Let me know what you think of the Red Puffa!?

L x

ASOS Spring Picks

It finally feels like Spring has Sprung, with blossom trees blooming & blue skies making an appearance I want to put my thick knits & fleece lined leggings to the back of my wardrobe. I'm obsessing over anything blush pink still, I'm hoping this colour trend is going to continue because I can't get enough of it! I've also recently become a fan of the pleated midi skirt & I want to build up a pretty little collection for the warmer months when I'm not feeling brave enough to have my legs out. Another trend I'm LOVING is gingham, it kinda gives that school Girl Summer dress vibe but I like it & I'm gonna try rock it if I can... and obviously ruffles are huge right now. All I see in shops is ruffles & frills galore, gimme all the ruffle blouses please!

8 Ways to Get Cosy

I don't know about you guys but for me there is nothing better than fresh bedding, new pjs & all of the pug cuddles. It's my favourite way to get cosy, add in a candle, a mug of warm tea, a good book & voila you've got a perfect night in. Yeah, I'm a very wild 25 year old!

We spend a huge chunk of our time asleep so I enjoy treating myself to bedtime luxuries like soft new pyjamas & crisp, clean bedding. In fact I'm pretty sure my pyjama pile is greater than my everyday clothing but I'm totally okay with that. I'm a bit obsessed with my latest pair of pjs, the Chelsea Peers Macaroon Pyjama Set* because well, firstly THEY ARE COVERED IN PASTEL MACAROONS = mega Instagram points & secondly they are the comfiest jim jams I've ever worn. I posted a snipped of them on my Birthday Instagram photo & seriously I felt famous for the day, my DM's had never been so busy! You all wanted to know how to get your hands on these super cute pjs & I urge you to all hurry up & head over to MandM Direct because they are on sale for less than £14!!
Lets get cosy...
1. Stating the obvious here seeing as though I've already banged on about it in this post but comfy PJs/loungewear! 2. Pop on some fluffy socks too for extra cosiness. 3. Blankets, blankets & more blankets! Making a blanket den on the sofa & snuggling on down is my favourite hobby. 4. The biggest bubble bath you can imagine. Run a hot bath with a LUSH Bubble bar, throw in a bath bomb for good measures & soak until you're all wrinkled up! 5. HOT CHOCOLATE. I'm a big coffee drinker but you can't beat that taste of delicious melted chocolate, whipped cream & a heap of marshmallows. 6. Light lots of candles. 7. Cuddle up with your bf/gf/friend/pug/a pillow (lol) 8. Wrap up in your warmest jumper & biggest scarf, then adventure out into the fresh air.

(Photography by Becca Rose - thanks girl)
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Let me know your fave ways to get cosy!

L x

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Primark AW16 Press Day

Primark is one of my favourite high street stores, with it's fast, affordable fashion what is not to love?  As Autumn is quickly approaching I thought it was about time I shared some of the items I was able to see on display at the Autumn Winter Press Day. There was lots of blush pinks, glitter, rose gold & all of the textures you can imagine, faux fur, embroidered denim & silk to name a few. Primark have always been my go-to shop & now some of these items are starting to arrive in-store I'll be popping in every week to see what I can find!
I was able to take little Lulu Pug along with me to the press day which was the best thing ever, so scroll to the bottom of the post to see her posing away for Primark's Instagram & enjoying her new found fame! 

Both of these bags scream Christmas party to me, the rose gold sequins number is seriously pretty & I'm sure I'll be seeing it all over the blogosphere!

Copper rails holding all of the new season collection, so many beautiful pieces I just wish I could have it magically appear in my wardrobe...

These rose gold brushes attracted a lot of attention & got everyone talking! I've actually seen these in store recently & they are super cheap with prices starting at £1. I decided to pick up the rose gold eyelash curlers when I saw those, they're a perfect blog photo prop as well as being useful too of course.

Primark homeware is my weakness. It's so cheap it's easy to transform a room on a budget, I'm a big fan of their cushions, throws & candles, I could spend a fortune. I got a bit overexcited when we reached the homeware section, it was like walking into a bloggers dream. Cacti, pineapples, pugs, pastel colours & copper, a perfect theme!

Pom moms are everywhere & I am absolutely loving this trend! I especially love this fun flamingo print cushion.

Will you be checking out Primarks Autumn Winter collection?
L x

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8 Things You Need From ASOS Right Now...

Ah ASOS, my bae when it comes to online shopping. Whenever I need a bit of retail therapy I can always count on ASOS to provide exactly what I'm after. Whether thats a cute new dress or the latest trainer trend, ASOS have got my back. 
I'm obsessed with the baby pink & mint green Adidas Gazelle's that everyone & their mother seems to have at the moment. I could do with a comfy pair of shoes too so that makes them totally justifiable I reckon!  This Young Bohemians Dress is so sweet, I've actually already bought it & confirm it's even nicer in real life. Another purchase I've already made is the Cactus Pjs! I know everyone is loving this set but the purple pair caught my eye with the pastel colours & at £12 in the sale I snapped them up straight away. I'm pretty fussy when it comes to knitwear, especially cardis so when I saw Jodes in this chunky rib number I instantly asked her where she had bought it from. It's so cosy & comfy, I definitely need to invest in it for the upcoming Autumn/Winter months. 

Young Bohemians is a new brand to me, but one I am religiously checking out each day on ASOS at the mo! There style is so dreamy & cool, I'm actually gutted this Pom Pom Trim Top is out of stock, it keeps popping back in stock so I'm praying my size becomes available soon. I always buy my flats from ASOS, simply because they're one of the few brands that actually fit my tiny feet. I'm a size 3 but my feet are also really narrow I struggle finding shoes that actually stay on & are comfortable to wear. The Monthly Silver ones are so nice, I love a statement shoe! When I lived in London a few years ago I'd love nipping into Lazy Oaf on Carnaby Street to check out their latest collections, their pieces are so fun & playful. The Oversized Dog Shirt is perfect for a crazy dog lady like me, I love the sketchy style monochrome print. Bomber Jackets have been everrrrywhere recently & I was really undecided on whether to get one or not. I'm not usually a blush pink kinda girl but I'm trying to play around with colour these days & it goes well with my black & white wardrobe!

What are you loving from ASOS right now?

L x 

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Lali Shop London Boutique Experience With FarFetch

FarFetch is an online Fashion, Beauty & Kidswear website that stocks products from 400 independent boutiques around the globe. Each boutique is distinctive in it's own way, allowing FarFetch as a marketplace to bring you everything from emerging or niche designers, to big-name brands & luxe labels. It's a place to shop for pieces you won't find anywhere else online, making it  a one-of-a-kind way to shop. When shopping with FarFetch each item is handpicked from the boutique & sent straight to your door, or alternatively you are able to Click & Collect at a boutique located nearby. 
I had the opportunity to visit one of the boutiques, Lali Shop, in South West London & share my experience with you all on my blog. Lali Shop is run by designer and aesthete Nelli Turner, a lady who I found to be very inspiring to talk with. Nelli has captured her own personal style & reflected this in her boutique, creating a unique space for her customers. As soon as my Sister & I stepped inside the store we fell in love with everything about it. It's very different from a typical luxury fashion boutique, with a Bauhaus vibe it is not only a shop but an eclectic art gallery too. 

Nelli was kind enough to introduce me to the designers she has carefully selected to stock in her shop, such as Peter Jensen, Bella Freud, Maria Black & Ancient Greek Sandals. I absolutely love the simplicity yet chic style of the Ancient Greek Sandals, I especially loved the Leopard print pair. Each label sold in Lali is very in keeping with the boutiques style, unique, experimental & exciting.

I was able to try out some of the new Season pieces, which was a real treat for me having never worn anything luxury before. My favourite item was the Peter Jensen dress pictured below, it's so different from anything that I would usually wear but I was happy to have stepped out of my comfort zone & tried something different for once. 

Lali Shop is located at 101 Golbourne Road & is open 10-6 Tuesday through to Saturday & 11-5 on a Sunday. 
Have you shopped with FarFetch before?
L x

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Love The Sales Wishlist

I'm not usually one to shop in the sales, I find it tedious searching through rails of unordered clothing & going through my favourite websites to find a bargain can be really time consuming which is why I don't often bother. When I was introduced to lovethesales.com I was intrigued to have a browse as it's a website that merges sale items from all the top high street stores into one place, making sale shopping a lot easier. 
I have been invited to one of Doms work colleagues Wedding parties in June so I'm currently outfit hunting & I'm thinking of opting for a midi skirt with a pretty pattern on or a pastel coloured one that I can pair with a little blouse & simple strappy heels. I decided to browse the Ted Baker sale section as it's usually out of my price range & I came across some beautiful pieces, my favourite being the Linear Nouveau Midi Skirt, it's seriously dreamy. It would be perfect for a Wedding, the pretty pattern is just enough detail & the pastel shades are the kinda colours I always picture for weddings. I've also had a scroll through the Missguided sale pages & I can never resist a look at what Topshop has on offer.
Love The Sales makes sale shopping much more fun, it's easy to find a bargain with the ability to filter your search results to display items available in your size & from your chosen brands. The site is built up from 100's of retailers & 1000's of items, all of which are in real time, meaning no more disappointment when you click 'Add to Basket' only to be told it's out of stock. Everyone loves a good deal, not only on clothes but also homewares, electronics & beauty so if you're after saving yourself a few pennies head over to lovethesales.com - let me know what bargains you find!
Do you like shopping the sales?
L x

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An ASOS Wishlist

You know when you look in your wardrobe for something to wear & stand staring at it for a good five minutes because you literally hate everything you own? That has been me for the majority of the year, I've become so lazy with my style that chucking on an old baggy jumper & my trusty Topshop Joni Jeans on has been my go-to outfit. I caught sight of myself in a full length mirror the other day (currently on the hunt for a bedroom one) & had a sudden realisation of how awful I actually looked, so as soon as I got home I grabbed my laptop & clicked straight onto ASOS! I can always rely on ASOS to supply me with new clothes, I'm loving the festival/boho fashion at the moment so spent a good chunk of time browsing their Prarie trend section. All of the pretty embroidered detailing, pale denim, ruffled shirts & smock dresses be mine plz.

How beautiful is the Denim Smock Dress!? I'm imagining it with tan coloured sandals, a bucket bag & cat eye sunglasses. I think it's gonna be the 'blogger' dress of the Summer, I've already seen a few raving about it! I'm surprised at myself for not picking out more pastel coloured items, pastels scream Spring to me but can wash me out so I do find it tricky to get the balance right with lighter tones. I'm always gonna be a black/white/grey kinda gal! Whenever I'm browsing ASOS I can never resist typing 'Pug' into the search bar to see what new goodies they've added to the site. I can't deal with how cute the Skinnydip Angel Pug iPhone Case is & the matching Makeup Bag too has got my name all over it.

I used to find ASOS overwhelming to shop on because of the sheer amount of stuff they stock but now I get excited to navigate my way through pages & pages of items to see what else I can find. It's like a treasure hunt! I always break my search down by entering keywords into the search bar & then I choose brands I know I can afford, along with picking colours I like & finally I select my size options too! That way I know the stuff being displayed isn't anything out of reach. I also love browsing the trend sections if I've got a particular item in mind. So really ASOS isn't as overwhelming as I used to find it, you've just gotta tailor your search & be a little more specific, then voila! 

Whats on your wishlist at the mo?

L x

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New Year New Wardrobe Wishlist

New Year, New Me... no not really but it is the perfect excuse for a new wardrobe! It's still pretty chilly here in the UK & no doubt it will be for the remainder of the year which means I'm being drawn to chunky knit jumpers & bobble hats. I'm in desperate need for a new bag & I think I've found *the one*, after searching through every shop imaginable I came across the ASOS grey winged tote bag & it's perfect! Well obviously a Kate Spade/Mulberry/Whistles bag would be perfect but for now this lil ASOS beauty will have to do instead! I'm loving A-line skirts at the mo & I'm really hoping they continue to be on trend throughout the rest of 2016 because I feel like they really flatter my figure & tucking a jumper into one is pretty much all I wear these days. Oh & I don't even like cats but for some reason I really need the kitty cat flats in my life, the ankle strap & the pointed toes make such a nice combo! Well I'm definitely ready for a shopping spree now, it's a good job I've got a Topshop voucher that needs spending & something Birthday cash leftover... 

L x 

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May Primark Haul

As I mentioned in my previous post I had a spree at Primark I thought I'd post some photos of my haul. All of the stuff shown was from the Manchester store & I'm pretty sure it's all reasonably new stock so if you like anything hopefully you'll be able to pick it up from your local store!
First up we spotted the jewellery stands & straight away I noticed the Pineapple chain necklace, it was only £4 so I couldn't resist it. I think it will look cute with a plain top, it's the perfect Summer accessory anyway & even if I never do wear it, at least I can use it as a blog photo prop! I also picked up the trio of necklaces, I really liked the rose quartz one & I'm sure I'll end up wearing the other two sometime. Continuing on the accessory theme, I got myself a new bag! I'm loving the tassel trend at the mo, but with a little Pug around it's not the most practical trend for me to sport, fringed kimonos are a serious no no as I can absolutely guarantee Tilly would be swinging from it! I thought the bucket style bag was a semi-safe option, as I'll mostly be using it out of the house when Tilly isn't with me hopefully I won't end up with half-eaten tassels! 
After having a browse we headed upstairs to the PJ section, you can't beat a new pair of pyjamas! I got my hands on the Rugrats short & crop top combo, gutted that someone muddled up the sizes though so I've ended up with a pair of shorts way too big for me! The second pair I bought were pink pj bottoms with a Pugicorn print & keeping with the Pug theme I got some new socks too. Finally we made our way over to the Home section, where I spotted glass jar candles in lots of Summery fragrances. I went for Appletini but I wanna go back & get the Watermelon scent too now. They're only £3, I'm usually a bit of a candle snob & stick to Yankees but I'm actually really impressed with these! I also picked up a chevron print throw which I stupidly packed in a box before I photographed this haul so unfortunately you'll just have to wait & see that when we move into our new house. I really wanted to pick up some of the Pineapple print bedding too, but I didn't feel like carrying that around Manchester all evening so hopefully I can get it in my local store. 
What is your favourite item from my haul? L x

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Wednesday Wishlist #30

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As it's just been payday for me & now I'm not having to save as much each month for our house deposit I look forward to being able to treat myself properly! I've already treated myself to a haircut and neck, shoulder & back massage as pampering myself has gone by the by recently so I'm making more of a conscious effort to take time out, whether thats giving myself 30 minutes to paint my nails or book a treatment at a salon. I did have a rather big splurge last month, I finally bought myself a Kitchenmaid Artisan Mixer, it's technically a house purchase though so it was allowed ;) I've given it a whirl & I'm in love with it, if it's possible to be in love with a kichen appliance anyway... but it's now packed up safely in it's box waiting for our big move in a month or so's time!
I feel like my next big purchase is going to be a bag of some sort, I'm leaning towards a Whistles or Kate Spade one at the moment but I'm still quite undecided so for now I'll keep dreaming until I'm ready to commit! I'll settle with a Kate Spade notebook though, the 'Eat Cake for Breakfast' is literally perfect for me, I'm forever eating cake/chocolate in the morning, oops! Seriously though how dreamy is Kate Spade stationery!? *all of the heart eyed emojis*
Pineapples seem to be the current 'thing' everyone is obsessed with, I have no idea whats so enticing about them but I seem to be drawn to everything with a Pineapple print on! I even purchased ice cube trays in the shape of Pineapples the other day! The brightly coloured PJ set is so cute, wearing short pyjamas in Summer is a must for me & the frill crop top is really sweet. They also scream Summer Holiday to me, if only I had one booked ):
Beauty wise I'm after a new eyebrow product & I've been recommended the Anastasia Dipbrow Pomade, the only problem I have is I don't know what shade to opt for? If anyone has any advice when it comes to choosing a shade please let me know! My friend Abi recently purchased the new Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation & has been raving about it which is really tempting me to get it. Whats on your wishlist?
L x

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a white obsession

I bought this white skater dress from Miss Selfridge, it was in the sale for only £9 & when I tried it on it fit perfectly so I couldn't leave it behind. I'm yet to wear it out yet because I'm scared I'll ruin it! White nails have been the new blogger thing to do recently & it's a trend I've been loving. I've been using Model Own's Snow White, it's £5 a bottle but I picked it up in their 50% off sale back in January. I only ever need to apply two coats & it's completely opaque, I thought it was going to be difficult to get a polish that would achieve a solid block of white as it can be such a transparent shade. p.s please ignore my messy paint job, it was a few days old & looking a bit worse for wear when I took these photos!

I was sent this blazer from Quiz & I'm so glad I chose this! I ummed & ahhed over it for ages thinking I'd never wear it & that it wouldn't suit me but I have been pairing it with summery dresses or jeans with a colourful top. I don't think the photo does it any justice so I'll try get some photos of it in an outfit post soon! Quiz also do this waterfall blazer in loads of other colours if white isn't your thing! (:

I never thought I'd be a fan of white clothing & white nails used to creep me out (I am weird!) but there's something about the colour white which has got me hooked at the moment! 
Have you got any white items in your wardrobe?
L x

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i went shopping...

Blouse - Monki

 This purple & blue floral blouse caught my eye straight away, I spotted it hanging on one of the rails & instantly had loads of outfit ideas running through my head! I've been after some nice tops for ages, I feel like all I wear is stripey breton tops or plain jumpers & whilst there is nothing wrong with either of those I just needed something a bit prettier to wear! I can't wait to wear it with my Levi denim shorts for a casual Summer look but I also want to pair it with my pleater A-Line skirt for a more 'sophisticated' style - I don't do sophisticated but I have an outfit idea in my head which looks good so I hope it looks okay in reality too, haha!

Jumper - Monki

Even though above I have literally just written that I seem to always wear jumpers, I ended up buying another! I've developed an obsessed with white clothing, (probably not a good idea when I have a dog but nevermind!), & this was in the sale for only £12. I tried it on in the fitting room & really liked the slouchy fit to it & it actually looked good with the floral shorts pictured below, although I'm sure I'd probably get a few funny looks for sporting a jumper & shorts combo! 

Shorts - Monki

How pretty are these floaty floral shorts! At first I thought omg cute but they will look awful on me, however I still tried them on & I'm so glad I did! After reading llymlrs style post I felt inspired to try something on that I wouldn't normally bother with in fear of it making me look silly. 

All from Primark

Lets just take a moment to appreciate my bargain baby pink bag... £8! I'd seen a similar one in River Island for over £30 so when I spotted this little one in Primark I didn't even give it a second thought & I'm seriously regretting not picking up the mint coloured one now! 

Somehow I've been on a bit of a shopping spree over the past few weeks, not sure what happened as it's pretty rare for me to splurge on quite a few things all at once! Considering I'm on a saving mission too it's not very good, but oh well I needed some pretty clothes to add to my Summer wardrobe. I managed to find some cute accessories in Primark too, it can be quite hit & miss in my opinion but I could have gone crazy on all the floral crowns, pastel handbags & doggy related items!  What is your favourite item from my haul? L x

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breton stripes & denim

Denim Jacket - Topshop

Stripey Top - Topshop

Leggings - H&M

Shoes - Primark

Midi Ring - Topshop

Nail Polish - Rimmel 'Peppermint'

I admit defeat. I can honestly say I really admire fashion bloggers who stand in front of their camera everyday & manage to take good quality photos that they are happy with. I dunno how you do it guys! I absolutely love sharing outfits on my blog, I always get a good response & it breaks it up from just having a constant stream of beauty posts. However I really suck at outfit photos & I can't pose at all!! Practice makes perfect hmm... we shall see haha! I don't actually want to give up completely but I think it is time to invest in a better camera & a tripod, unless anyone has any tips? I currently balance my old compact camera on top of a stack of boxes on my sofa & run back & forward to put it on self timer... not ideal!
Anyway, onto the outfit! I'm wearing a Topshop Breton Stripe top which is actually meant to be a dress but it shrunk by a ridiculous amount so now it has to be worn with leggings, which I'm really gutted about but I still love it. My denim jacket is also from Topshop, I originally wanted a Levis but opted for this instead as I really liked the fit on me & the shearling inside it. Even though it's summer it's hardly ever THAT warm in the UK so I don't really mind the shearling & I always feel the cold anyway so extra layers are always good. My shoes are brown loafers from good old Primark, they're actually surprisingly comfy considering how cheap they are. They are looking a little worse for wear now but I have worn them loads! I always tend to wear this outfit when I'm going shopping or for a day out as it's super comfy & casual. Finally, an outfit post wouldn't be an outfit post from me without Tilly pug gatecrashing & having a little pose too. She's wearing a floral pink harness from eBay aha.
L x

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gingham jeans

Black Fluffy Cardigan - Primark

Black Cami Vest - Topshop

Gingham Jeans - Topshop

Cut Out Boots - New Look

Outfit posts are actually one of my favourite kinda posts to share on my blog but because I don't really have a decent camera/tripod/etc I find it quite a chore to snap photos of what I'm wearing! Dom often helps out but I'm trying to be more productive during the weekdays on my days off & whilst he's at work I obviously can't ask him to take any photographs. Today I tried & pretty much failed, all you fashion bloggers make it look so easy! I'm sharing the best of a very, very bad bunch & they still really aren't great but lets hope this is a one off & next time will be a little better... they say practice makes perfect anyway! I used to share the occasional outfit in the past & always had a good response to them so I do really want to keep trying rather than give up completely, any useful tips will be much appreciated! Also... how on earth do you fashion bloggers photograph black outfits/clothing so well!? Please let me know! Anyways, Tilly wanted to say a little hello & joined in on the photos - maybe I should just post pug outfit photos rather than my own outfits haha, she does have quite a big wardrobe for a little doggy! L x

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