Fashion inspiration

I've been feeling inspired by lots of different fashion looks lately. I've not really been that into fashion, more of a jeans & tshirt kind of girl. But recently I'm trying out different looks & wearing what I want to, without worrying what other might think. 

I watched House of DVF on E! & I think this kick-started my interest in fashion- it made me head out to the shops to get a new work wardrobe where I tried out different dress & skirt styles that I would never have tried before. It made me look at the online stores such as Missguided & go for the more edgy pieces such as low v-neck dresses, chunky jumpsuits & Audrey Hepburn style dresses I would usually go for. 

A style influence I discovered also through watching House of DVF is Hanna Beth, she has an edgy, grungy, boho look which I absolutely love! 

But does it in such a classy way! 

The Boho look has been an influence in my dress sense for a while now, designs by Rat & Boa, For Love & Lemons... And also more rustic influences from markets & small business websites. I just love Brittney Valverde & her style. 

I've also found some really cute children's clothing designers such as FeatherDrum & Children of the Tribe who design the cutest boho clothes for kids! 

I just love them! & happy to be happy experimenting with different looks. 

Happy January! Xoxo

Happy 2016!

It's a New Year, a new start, the best excuse to make positive changes in your life. 2015 has been a good year for me... Obviously not without its challenges, I think that is life for you! But in general, I am in a really good place, I'm feeling settled, content & happy being me. It's taken a while for me to feel comfortable in my own skin... But I think I've finally made it- I no longer care what people think of me. I'm me! 

I have had possibly the best Christmas yet, they seem to get better every year. I just love the festive season. Every year, it is spent at home with my loved ones, there's no other way to spend it on my eyes. 

2015 has been a great year, I wanted to share some of my highlights: 

We got to see S Club 7!

My Husband turned 30, where we threw a surprise party for him in Wales & did the longest Zipwire in Europe.

A Madhatter's Tea Party for my Sister's birthday.

 

An unforgettable trip to Venice with my Husband for our first wedding anniversary. 

My Husband completed his second Tough Mudder challenge.

A wonderful holiday to Cape Verde, where we did some Quad Biking & visited the African Shanty towns.

The Clan Hawaiian party.

A weekend away in Chester with my Husband.

Halloween party.

Blackpool illuminations with my Husband & Stepson.

Some Christmas highlights.

2015 has also brought me a new job, with some fantastic people! 

2015 has also been the year where I have sponsored a child in Cape Verde who we support on a monthly basis. My best friend is also expecting her first child, due in a few days! 

Bring on 2016! Happy New Year xxxx