Sunday 26 May 2013

Harlem Milkshake

Ahhhh the sun! When it's hot you've got to go with what's cool and comfy, and I'm not the best at summery clothes, I'll be honest. BUT... Hollaaaa, ghetto sportswear in all the shops? YES! 

Sports-luxe was a big thing last year - satin joggers with heels, sleek adidas jackets and cycle shorts. Not for me. There's no way I can pull off a sporty look for a night out, but daytime Americana is easy when you're a sneaker-freak. I love and own pretty much at least one of every imaginable brand of trainers and if I like a style, you can assume I've got a few colour variations too (ok, a LOT of Converse...) so fashioning outfits around my shoes is standard.

'New York' blue sports jersey dress: Primark - I got this a few sizes too big so that it was really oversized and slouchy. It's got tiny holes all over in the style of basketball or ice hockey jerseys, so it's lightweight and airy in the heat.

Trucker cap: from a Matchbox 20 gig about ten years ago! Have loved them since living in Australia back in '97 - my BFF introduced me to them and now they remind me of my time there *smile*

Sneaks: DC Shoe Co. green and white hi-tops, I got these for £15 from TKMaxx in like... 2004 and I've worn them to death but can't get rid of them, they're so comfy. All the new styles are in mental colour combos so I haven't bought a new pair.

Socks: ASOS navy stripe knee sport socks, worn rolled down 'cause it was too hot to have them up.

Mini backpack: Roxy, again from TKMaxx I think.

Accessories -

Skullcandy TI Headphones: Honestly great sound from these, you can put them on and shut out the world! They're held on with a fabric Roxy clip hook that I found in a surf shop in Cornwall one summer, it's perfect for the headphones and matches the bag.

Sunnies: Gold aviators from Primark. They're a bit flimsy but they were £2 and have so far lasted three summers. Can't complain.

Bracelets: Plastic beads from the 2p machines in Whitby, a Hello Kitty pink watch from ebay, a Jack Wills leather wristband, an Evil Eye pink bead bracelet from the Outlaws trip to Morocco, white leather cuff, blue bandana wristband.

Rings: Alchemy Gothic skull, plastic leopard print, silver pinky bands from ASOS

Necklaces: Long magnifying glass (possibly from Accessorize), Red plastic converse (present from my sister), 'My name is' sticker necklace (Claire's Accessories)


Thursday 9 May 2013

Sea Breezes

So really I spent most of my Runswick time in shorts and vests (and got BURNT!) because it was so hot last weekend, but had to don better outfits for going out obvs. Here's another quick one...

Tweed jacket - Joules

Camera print scarf - from a shop in Whitby

Jeans - ASOS

Burgundy Vans trainers - present brought back from America

Woven straw mini bag - French Connection

Knit jumper - Ralph Lauren

Ticking stripe shirt - Joules



Friday 3 May 2013

Aww chucks.

So we're back up North this weekend for sun and sea, despite a couple of grey clouds this afternoon it is actually starting out a pretty warm May. I've even got sandals on, which meant remembering to paint my nails for the first time in months! Needed a light outfit for travelling as it's hot in the car, but wanted to celebrate this elusive nice weather, so yes, it's a dress.

Bird dress - Primark (it's sleeveless and buttoned to below the waist)

Blue longline cardigan - George at ASDA

Flower belt - Accessorize? Next? I can't remember...

3/4 length black leggings -  George at ASDA

Tan barrel bag - Fiorelli (bought at The Clothes Show, it's huge and also comes with an x-body strap, which is very handy. Probably big enough to use as a weekend bag if you're a normal person... I carry a lot of stuff...)

Converse white sandals - Schuh. I absolutely adore these, they're comfy and look like a pair of classic chucks with the toes and heel cut out. They were in the end of summer sale last year, got them for £15, total bargain as they've been kept pristine and can now come out for the sunshine as new this year, sneaky...

Accessories:
Rose gold coloured key necklace - Pieces from ASOS

3 blue bangles - GAP

'a' tan watch - ASOS

Cognac big sunglasses - Pieces 'Bitten' from ASOS