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Outfit:
Light cropped denim jacket: Primark
Grey boyfriend fit t-shirt: Asos
Floral elasticated bottomed trousers: c/o George at Asda
Silver bow flat sandals: Random local boutique
White gem statement necklace: c/o New Look

I mentioned a little while ago that these trousers from the George at Asda press event were by far my favourite item of the day and they very kindly offered to send a pair for me to style up. Lucky girl eh? I've gone for a casual vibe first but they can easily be dressed up for a night at the pub with a blazer and heels with a top picked out from a colour in the flowers. Reason number 46893642 why I love patterned trousers so much! These are literally the comfiest things I own - they're so soft on your skin. We all know scratchy materials are a no go especially if you're a wimp like me.

Are unable to jump off the patterned trousers train like me?

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A blast from the past

Outfit:
Yellow 50s style dress: c/o Traffic People
Dove blue jelly heels: Vivienne Westwood

I was very kindly gifted this beautiful retro dress when I attended the Traffic People press day before Christmas. If i'm honest this is dress couldn't be more perfect for me if it tried. It incorporates my favourite era, it's my favourite type of length, it has sleeves and it's in my favourite colour. Any dress that I can swish about in like a lady gets the thumbs up from me! I don't often wear yellow despite it being my favourite colour like I said but it just instantly makes me feel happy. It reminds me of warmer climates - sunshine isn't something we get often in England! This dress was absolutely brilliant to take away on holiday to Turkey last week.

Has anything from Traffic People caught your eye?

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If you're anything like me, come the second week of payday you're as poor as a pauper and have to stay in and stare at the four walls for the remaining of the week. So when Blinkbox got in touch with me and aksed if I was interested in reviewing some films I jumped at the chance. Watching movies online is a great way to save some money. Along with some cinema worth snacks - pizza and chips and dip for me - it can make staying in on a friday night a lot more exciting.




 

Have you tried Blinkbox yet?

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Turkey 2013

After getting back from a week long trip to Turkey I feel like I need another holiday. Isn't that always the way?! Last week I spent seven days in the bosom of my family - my mum, dad, nan and boyfriend -  for my mother's 50th birthday. With beautiful weather - i'd forgotten what 30 degree sunshine feels like - it was the perfect place to wind down and relax. I've got to be honest I didn't really do a lot apart from a few afternoon trips and sleeping. One day I reckon I must have slept for about 17 hours on and off. I turned into a sloth it seemed! Bodrum is a lovely place full of character. It's just a shame it doesn't have a beach but the jetty soon made up for that. After consuming enough food and alcohol to look nine months pregnant, i'm already counting down the days until my next trip to Ireland!

How have you all been keeping since i've been away? Will I be seeing anyone at the Rush Hair event tonight?

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Byron - A restaurant review

Burgers at the moment are my favourite things to eat so when I asked my friends out for dinner I naturally suggested them. Let me introduce you to Byron.

This is my second time to the chain but i'm in love. The courgette fries are worth a trip alonge. These beauties are heavenly. I would never have thought to try them if Hannah and Aisling hadn't suggested them but I honestly think they're better than normal fries. The mac and cheese was a welcome side too, if not a little odd with a burger. That's my boyfriend for you! I opted for the special this time which is sadly not available anymore but I can vouch for the cheeseburger with bacon. It's just as good.

Overall Byron makes a nice change from many chain restaurants. It has a great rustic atomsphere and the staff are always friendly. The burger is brilliantly cooked with just the right amount of pink middle. The bun soaks up the juice without falling apart too - nothing worse than a soggy bun as i'm sure you'll agree. Byron's not just restricted to London either. They have restaurants in Oxford, Cambridge and Kent too so make sure you check them out!

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This week i'm loving: High waisted bikinis

Orange frill high waisted bikini - Asos
Pinky red gingham high waisted bikini - Asos

As you read this i'll be sunning myself in 28 degree weather on holiday in Turkey. God this holiday was well needed this year! I've taken these two beauties along with me. The orange one I brought last week and the gingham one was a purchase from last year. I think the orange - so much more neon in real life -  one is for posing only as it doesn't feel too secure on! Flashing everyone in the pool is not on my agenda. I absolutely adore this retro style. My boyfriend thinks the bottoms look like a nappy but I love how it all sucks me in and makes me feel much more confident by the pool. My dreaded love handles suddenly vanish! Plus I like to pretend i'm a 50s siren in Cannes. Who doesn't?

Have you given into the high waisted trend?

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April empties

001: Boots Extract Cocoa Butter body wash
I've said it before but cocoa butter is my all time favourite smell when it comes to skincare. I'm drawn to it like a moth. As always boots extract didn't disappoint. It lathered up rather nice and left a gorgeous smell on my body. I love dinky size body wasahes like this as they're so handy to take away!

002: Loreal Elvive Full Restore Repairing Shampoo

003: Loreal Elvive Full Restore Repairing Conditioner
I loved this conditioner. I felt it made a real difference to my hair. The conditioner made it so easy to brush when I came out of the shower - quite a feat considering how much I have! A lot seemed to go a long way too, making it great value for money. I think I might purchase the set again after my current set runs out. Maybe try something else in the range.

004: Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula with Vitamin D
This product is my holy grail. I've been using it ever since I had a growth spurt at the age of 12 and got my first stretch marks. You can only imagaine how traumatic that was for a 12 year old! It reduces the redness to silvery line and if you use it religiously you can hardly tell they're there are all! It so lovely and thick so feels luxurious on your skin. If you buy any mosituriser make sure it's this one!

005: Clarins Extra Firming Night Cream
This is never something I would ever go out and buy - at least not at this age - so it was nice to give it a shot when it came in my glossybox. As imagined it made my skin feel so soft but you did have to use a fair bit to get even coverage. I can't imagine it's going to a product that lasts a long time!

006: Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream
I got this little sample in John Lewis on Oxford Street where you can help yourself - genius idea! I suffer with terrible dark circles and am struggling to cover them up. I'm not quite sure if this does the trick as it was such a small pot but it felt so smooth and gentle on my skin. A little went a very long way as you gently pat underneath the eye. I'll be making sure I buy the full version when I get paid.

007: Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstruction c/o Aussie
I recieved three of these shachets through Sarah who is an Aussie Angel. It had just the right amount of product for my hair and made a world of difference. My hair had a gorgeous shine the next day. Great news as straightening seems to dull it. Anyone else have this problem?

Have you tried any of these products?

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Afternoon tea anyone?

Last week I was very kindly invited for a spot of afternoon (or evening!) tea at the Millennium Knightsbridge Hotel. I was over the moon to be invited as afternoon tea is my favourite thing in the world - doesn't everything taste so much nice in miniatures?! Before we got down to business we were treated a few glasses of pink champange which went down very nicely after a long day at work. Then it was on to a tour of the fabulous hotel! Aisling, Lily, Sarah and I were gobsmacked at the beautiful view over London. You could see for miles! It was certainly a talking point.

We were led to the Tangerine Cafe Bar where we were given the history behind the notion of afternoon tea and the proper etiquette.  It was very hard to not scoff all the treats in one go given our rumbling tummies! Millennium have tried to put a twist on the event with three types of mini scones available. We were given a selection of chocolate, savoury or raisin scones. The first one was my favourite - I may have had three... I was really impressed with the chocolate cup especially as everything was edible! At £17.50 for two people, it really is quite the bargain as it's amazing value for money.

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Bring me flowers in the pouring rain

Outfit:

Smart black blazer: New Look

Sheer black pu collared blouse: New Look

Yellow, black and blue floral trousers: Asos

Nude studded court shoes: Primark

Yet another pair of patterned trousers have graced my legs. These beauties were a complete bargain from Leather Lane market for only £12. They're £45 on the Asos wesbite - current stock too! The market does come up trumps sometimes. With the bipolar weather trousers seem to be my new best friend. I really don't want to wear tights when it's coming up to May but it's far too chilly sometimes to go bare legged.

I wore this out for my dad's birthday meal at the Carvery. I'm not quite sure it was wise because as usual I completely overstuffed my plate and came out with a waddle. Completely and utterly worth it. Food babies are always the best kind in my opinion.

Are you a patterned trouser fan?

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Top five festival tips

Luxe Models London is a big fan of festival fashion. With the summer season fast approaching they've offered us some stylish tips to make sure you see the festival out with a bang. Who said you can't be sensible and stylish?

001: We all want to look our best at music festivals but it's just not possible to pack 10 lipsticks, 4 blushers, 2 bronzers, 5 concealers and 1 mascara. Streamlining is the way forward. After all we're all aiming for the 'natural' look! Pack some handy facewipes to make sure you don't have any mascara running down your cheeks. That isn't the look we like to go for!

002: With lack of showering and general washing facilities, it's hard to make sure your hair looks stylish. This is where a hair donut can be a lifesaver. It takes ten minutes and voila you look like you've just stepped out of a salon! Make dry shampoo your new BBF. It's amazing for giving your hair a bit off oomph and for fringe fashionistas.

003: Converse may look chic but flip flops help your feet breathe - they also help keep your feet from getting dirty in the dreaded showers. Havaianas are THE celebrity flip flops to have and they come in a range of colours. Go for a bright pair to stand out from the crowd.

004: Finally don't forget to pick up a faithful tote bag to carry all your belongings around. They're lightweight and can fit a mountain of junk. Go for a music themed one of your favourite band. Even better pick up one from the merchandise stand as a souviner.

005: You never know what the weather is going to be like in old Blighty so make sure you pack for all weathers. Take along a snazzy rain mac in case of a shower but also pack a straw hat in case the sun decides to show it's face. Boaters and fedoras get the thumbs up from us. You don't have to spend a fortune on sunglasses, pick a colour other than black to make a statement. Finally don't forget to pack the sunscreen just in case!

What are your best fashion tips for festivals?

Guest post on behalf of Luxe Models

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#George Style

Last Saturday I attended the High Fashion George at Asda press event with Lily and Aisling to coo at pretty summery clothes - it was certainly the weather for it! I'm a massive fan of George and always used to make a trip to the top level of Asda when I worked in my town before I started. Now i'm working in London I seem a bit out of the loop but this will change after seeing all the beauties at the weekend!

I was very impressed by the clothes on offer. From neon shades - the blazer is to die for - to ethic inspired women's bags, George had covered every trend especially in the women's dresses. I personally love a pencil skirt and the snow leopard print ticks all the boxes. It's the ideal skirt to be dressed up for a night on  the tiles or down for a day at work. I'm not usually a women's swimsuit fan but the tiger print number really caught my eye. It'll be perfect for my holiday next week. These absolutely amazing floral print trousers i'm holding were my favourite item in the collection. Can you believe they're only £12?! I can't wait to get my hands on them.

With the vintage inspired Powderpuff Girls giving me a makeover - I wish I could do eyeliner flicks as good as them! - I was ready to hit Carnaby Street to take some street style pictures. It was the first time i'd ever attempted street style but it wasn't as intimidating as I thought it would. I got a few nos but on the whole everyone was eager to have their picture taken despite having a mad woman chase after them down the street! Sports Luxe seems to be the most popular trend on the streets of London.

Thanks so much to the George crew for having me. It was a lovely way to spend a Saturday!

More pictures can be found on my Facebook page if you want to have a nosy.

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Keep your head up, keep your heart strong

Outfit:
Cream sleeveless sheer blouse: c/o New Look
Blue Aztec print trousers: Primark
Navy studded slippers: Primark
Beige trench coat: Topshop
Faux diamond statement necklace: Primark

Can I get a hell yeah for managing to bag these snazzy trousers for a mere £5? Gotta love Primark sales eh?! I do love getting myself a good bargain. I seem to have Primark tourettes and shout out 'BARGAIN £5!'. My boyfriend has informed me I resemble a 70s throwback but I love them - i've already worn them twice this week. I wore this to attend to the George at Asda event with Aisling and Lily yesterday. But there'll be a seperate post on that soon! The squinty eye look is not very attractive I know but the sun was everywhere in my garden!

The plan for today is to hit up the bootsale, visit my aunt as it's her birthday and pop down to Southend for the afternoon for some fish and chips by the seaside. It's the first Southend trip of the year - how exciting eh?! You always know summer is trying to rear its head when you take a trip to the seaside.

Are you making the most of the nice weather?

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This week i'm loving - Seche Vite

I finally caved into blogger hype a few months ago and purchased Seche Viteon from Amazon. I don't know what I seem to do but i'm lucky is my nail polish remains chip free for more than a day. More often then not it chips within a few hours. I blame working on a competer all day for ruining it! At first I couldn't get on with it and didn't find it made much difference. But then Sarah suggested I use a thin coat rather than the thick one I plastered on. It worked a treat and now my polish lasts for around 3-4 days which is amazing! I find it works best on Barry M and OPI. No 7 still isn't really that good unfortuately.

Have you been converted to Seche Vite?

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