#3

After the sudden end to the rather summer like weather last week, I couldn't help but take advantage of the return of the slightly less warm but none the less, sunny climate. I decided with the help of two of my close friends (@katiebeere and @hannahsiddiqi) to raid my wardrobe in search of suitable spring garments and put katie's new SLR to use. Here are the results of three teenage girls 

 attempting to be serious whilst using a camera...

I bought these shorts from ASOS about a month ago in preparation for spring/summer 2012 and the recent weather was the perfect opportunity to take the tag off and showcase them. Light wash denim seems to be everywhere at the moment, probably down to the current pastel trend which seems to work well with both old and new members of my wardrobe. Paired with firstly, a year old miss Selfridge sheer shirt and secondly a brand new Topshop lace/flower combination crop top and denim shirt, we agreed these were definitely options for spring/summer 2012.

For a more 'boyish' (and slightly warmer!) look I teamed my Topshop top with skinny's and some canvas deck shoes I pulled out of my mums wardrobe just this morning.  The 'box' like shape of the top meant that a baggy bottom half probably would have looked a bit ridiculous so skinny jeans seemed to be a good option to go with.
I really love this outfit because it settles neatly in the middle of 'tomboy' and 'feminine'. But, if even that is too girly for you, a simple tee always looks good with skinny jeans and canvas shoes too.

meanwhile, my love for lace deepens with this beautiful Lipsy playsuit my friends kindly clubbed together for as a birthday present for moi...

I'm also undecided on whether lace on lace can work...

one of my favourite casual looks (although the bag sadly is not mine)...

Although pastels are in this season and I've been making the most of that as you can probably see from the pictures above, believe it or not there are other hot trends right now. One of which, is tribal print. The bolder, brighter and wilder the better and this top of Hannah's I just adore....

Hats off to Topshop for that one!
Apologies for all the head cropping, chipped nails, hair bands on wrists etc but it's harder than I thought to hide our amateur abilities! I'm hoping to get hold of more of the images from today soon and may have to post a couple of the not-so-great shots to share the embarrassment with you. However I had a lot of fun doing this shoot and showing you guys some of my favourite pieces, which is what really counts! *cheese*

#2

I love ASOS, they've been my go-to store for a while now (ever since my work experience where I worked with a supplier of theirs) and I was more than excited when I heard they were setting up an 'ASOS Marketplace', an area for labels and/or ordinary people to sell their clothes/designs and buy unique items from other members. 

It's a brilliant idea that has been up and running for a while now, so when I received the email alerting me that ASOS had chosen their top 40 new labels from their marketplace I had to have a look and search out my favourites.

• #1
• Condition: New - with tags
• Material: Wool
• Colour: Multi
• Brand: 3:AM
• link:  https://marketplace.asos.com/listing/jumpers/multicolored-boucle-sweater/279583

• #2
• Condition: New - with tags
• Colour: Multi
• Brand: PAISIE
• link:  https://marketplace.asos.com/listing/dresses/red--black-glasses-print-dress-with-front-cross-neck-detail/267905

• #3
• Condition: New - with tags
• Material: Polyester
• Colour: Multi
• Brand: 18 AND EAST
• link:  https://marketplace.asos.com/listing/dresses/plate-print-wrap-drape-dress/267613

• #4
• Condition: New - with tags
• Material: Cotton
• Colour: White
• Brand: Masonette
• link:  https://marketplace.asos.com/listing/jumpers/yachting-jumper/216860

• • #5
  • Condition: New - with tags
  • Material: Silk
  • Colour: Blue
  • link:  https://marketplace.asos.com/listing/tops/imani-top/170571

#1

I've always been one of those people who has a slight irrational fear of hats (don't laugh) and when I say a fear of hats, I guess I mean a fear of the attention that wearing one brings. However, I have always appreciated a good hat and I am definitely loving what spring/summer 2012 has to offer.
There is no denying that this post has been inspired by my favourite 90210 beach/boho character ivy (see below). I've never seen anyone pull off her style better than Gillian Zinser herself who can even seem to make a bowler hat look good....

 And she's not the only one out there finishing off an outfit with a head piece...

Okay well, maybe not the last one!

After seeing how a head accessory can either make or break (sorry Princess Beatrice) a look, here are some YES hats I found on-line however, I would not recommend buying a hat before trying it on!

 The Bowler: 

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Felt-Roll-Brim-Bowler/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1959690&cid=4174&Rf900=1491&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Black

http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/knit-bowler-hat/invt/5752428162439/&bklist=

The Bargain: 

http://www.hm.com/gb/product/98326?article=98326-A

http://www.hm.com/gb/product/96819?article=96819-A

http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Oasis+Spot+band+trilby/167594778,default,pd.html

The statement piece:

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Bon-Voyage-Floppy-Hat/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1973815&cid=4174&Rf900=1491&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Natural

http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=5000150&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208549&parent_categoryId=204484&pageSize=20

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Alas! Spring has arrived and I hate to tell you, but it might be time to put away those baggy jumpers and oh so comfy sweatpants and replace them with this seasons new trends. Now I know this is a hard time for fashion conscious females everywhere, a true example of the constant battles us girls face,comfort Vs style. But what if I could show you a way to enjoy the best of both this spring?
 Inspiration...(tumblr)

Great news for all you 'girly girls' out there! Pastels, pinks, frills, bows, you name it and spring 2012 has it! Lace shorts are something that had never even crossed my mind until this year but now they have a firm place not only in my head but also in my heart. Pictures #1 and #3 show you just how well they can fit into any outfit (who knew they could work with floaty tops AND the recent peplum trend?!) and therefore work for almost any personality. 
I'm not much of a 'girly girl' myself, a denim shirt and panelled leggings will do me fine, but these trends really have reunited me with my inner 'girly girl'. For those of you who are repulsed by the idea of lace and thrills on a pair of shorts, why not try the  trend in a more 'you' way? Never say never...

Lipsy at Next's take on the lace short trend combine pretty with punk at just £35 and create a stunning 'boy' look paired with this bargain ASOS shirt (£20)

This look would work with either flats or heels and maybe even a pair of wedge boots. 

For A casual look, try pairing the shorts with a basic tee (colour of your choice). Comfy? Yes. Trendy? I think so.

hope you're feeling inspired,

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