NEW IN:birthday presents... to myself.

Since I ain't doing the whole growing old gracefully thing any justice, I have decided that I shall grow old stylishly instead.

With my precious, three hours of freedom yesterday I braved Westfield Stratford. I lived to tell the tale and brought home some premature birthday gifts, to myself. I dare you to do the same, it wasn't as manic as I had anticipated BUT I would say be prepared. I did want to punch everyone in the back of the head ten minutes in. I heard Oxford street was worse so I won that one.

 

Forever21 and New Look

Oh so very relevant to the big 2+2 this week. Oh, to be forever 21 for real.

Isn't that cardi the most beautiful thing you ever did see?

Feel free to send presents in the post.

Btw, LONDON IS GOOD. More on that soon soon.

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INTRODUCING:ghd air.

ghd have only gone and premiered a hair dryer. If their profilic, god-send straighteners are anything to go by then I need one of these in my life. Pronto.

At the forefront of revolutionising hair care in its ten year lifespan, ghd air claims to blow you away. Literally, by the sounds of the product name.

As a shorty (hair-wise but arguably in height too) there is little versatility. A decent blow dry maketh the mane and for this you need a decent hair dryer. ghd hair straighteners are every girl's go-to gadget, it's difficult to remember life pre-ghd and for that I can only think why they haven't done this earlier.

I won't bore you with the technical specs but it's promise is to provide salon standard blow drying, in the comfort of your own home. It is the brainchild of many a hair styling expert and you ain't gonna get better than that.

It's ghd. 'Nuff said.

ghd air is available for purchase on the ghd website and at the top-end salons now.

Another addition to the never ending birthday / Christmas list.

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velvet crush.

Been meaning to post this for long ting but real life got in the way / I rarely spend my days out of my pyjamas.

A few footnotes:
why is it impossible to take decent lit photos post 4pm?
this is the only suitable place to take such shit lit photos in my house so deal with half a face / half an outfit.
I have misplaced my trustee bowler and henceforth apologise for exposing you to my crying out for a hair cut mop.

Dress and collar: TOPSHOP, Jumper: h&m

NICE DRESS THOUGH INNIT!?

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NEW IN:texture treats.

Velvet, wool, sequins and sparkles; I want to wear them all, ALL THE TIME

I have been more than a little bit norty in these past couple of weeks i.e. spending money I should be saving, on things I couldn't physically resist.

First up, I've done it; found the perfect LBD come LVD, killing two birds with one stone. I deserve a pat on the back. Clutching desperately onto the fact that technically, my student life ain't over yet (gap yah, y'know), I got this for a steal in their 20% off, student, weekend event, a while ago now; I ain't prepared to let that little luxury slip through my grasp, anytime soon. But look, its nice a pretty and velevet-y and sparkle-y. The perfect party dress, just need me some invites.

Velvet, glitter spot, skater dress: Topshop

Forever 21 are my latest proud pleasure. It is ridiculous cheap with stellar offerings. My first impression initiated thoughts of a budget UO store without the pretentious kooky bric-a-brac. Do we agree? It has taken Newcastle too long to introduce one of those to its streets, how long do we reckon it is before it gets its own F21? Another reason to move to London.

Sequin skirt: F21

Finally, h&m how I love thee. Top form they are. Countless times I have walked in and grabbed a staple that I had been longing for, to no avail. They have come up trumps too many times this season, I am somewhat anticipating the downfall. This is a cheaper and toastier version of that TOPSHOP knit that I had my literal heart set on. I bought this from h&m on Camden High St. so obvz I love it even more.

Fluffy knit: h&m

That's my lot for a while.

Another day trip to London beckons, I can't keep away.

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NEW IN:AW11 staples.

A few eee-sentials that I have acquired over the past week or so. I love the feeling of having new things. Oh how materialistic and shallow of me. I prefer to call it easily pleased.

TOPSHOP, charidee / old Warehouse, New Look, Next

I couldn't possibly post today without acknowledging the death of a truly, awe-inspiring man.

Stay hungry, stay foolish.

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NEW IN:charity / vintage / thrift / w.e you wanna call it.

These are some things I bought during the week amidst my fashion week, wardrobe freak out. They come from my mother's favourite charity shop, its one of the better ones around here.

Grand total: £8

Aforementioned items have accompanied me to LFW as PG never gave me that sponsorship call.

DAY 1 of LFW. Bring it.

Follow me on twitter, @dressingyouup for live updates

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also, if you see me around; DON'T BE SHY COME SAY HI.

NEW IN:dresses.

Some recent acquisitions of mine that I have failed to photograph up until now.

Jones + Jones

This lace number was an absolute steal in the Topshop sale. Its by Jones + Jones, originally retailing at £65, I got it for a mere tenner. It did have those awful, sheer, billowy sleeves that are elasticated at the ends. Yeah I hate them so yeah I got rid.

New Look

I featured this in my latest wish list post. Admittedly, a bit cheeky, I had already bought it. Isn't it luscious though? My only qualm is that its slightly longer than my usual dress length so I do feel a bit ooh la ladylike. I'm wanting to pair it with this jacket and these bootiful booties.

I solemnly swear to stop being so lazy with outfit posts #badfashionblogger (I will do one tomorrow) and you will see these babies featured in their very own OOTD, WIW, LOTD very soon.

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NEW IN:a mixture.

As promised. Admittedly, this set is somewhat of a contradiction of itself - hot pants and a coat? Blame it on the equally contradictory British summer weather.

 H&M, Topshop, New Look

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all about the spontane.

This was intended for my Saturday night task but I went out with the lasses instead. A few (two) recently made purchases. New Look are on top form lately. I gots me some more new things this week but will save it for (another) rainy day.

Top and chains: Topshop, Vintage Lewvi cut-offs, Shoes: New Look, Belt: F&F, Wannabe Alexa: Internacionale maybe?

I am frantically applying away for internships and writing competitions a plenty. If you haven't already I'd be immensely grateful if you would be so kind as to nominate me for this year's Cosmo Blog Awards (#CosmoBlogAwards), that's if you're a fan of my blog like. Are you dressing up or dressing down? comes under the "New Fashion Blog" catergory. THANK YOU.

REPRESENT

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p.s. NEW items added to both my ebay and blog shop.

down by the river (again).

Was forced to make this jazzy number mine yesterday after the arsey assistant refused to take back this skirt which had basically turned to shit in the wash. Good deed gesture, you say. Over it, it was a tenner and I had had my beady eye on it when it was full price. Everyone's a winner.

This is what I wore this evening >>>>

Jamie jeans, leather biker, 'WASPY' wedges, embellished tank: TOPSHOP

Awkward? Just a little bit. Can you tell I ain't done one of these in a while? Yes, hence the awkward face / stance / everything.

The head-to-toe TOPSHOP wasn't intentional- alreet sell out. My sister actually added the studs to pimp this standard staple. She bought 1000 pin-on studs for a couple of quid from eBay. Go try it.

In other news, I am employed. Get excited, nat. Who wants to work? Answer: no one. Such as life, a means to an end. The world ain't my oyster just yet, London will have to wait. Not unless anyone fancies offering me an editorial / journalist / writing / stylist postion on a plate? Long shot.

But seriously do ya?

BUY ME / LOVE ME / TALK TO ME

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prim and polished.

My favourite pieces from the high street giant's latest trend offering.

 

 

Prim and Polished: TOPSHOP

Speaking of which, have you seen their A/W '11 lookbook?

I still do not have a graduation outfit; day or night, suggestions?

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b + w.

What I wore today to run my mummy's errands and a sneak peak at my new yard.

Sheer white t and suede brogues: Primark, Silk shorts: Topshop, Signature red lips c/o Topshop Hazard.

I have wore both these shoes and shorts to death.

Get yourself some dirt cheap goodies.

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