All About Prints

Finally Summer is here and I am loving everything bright, printed and floral! Summer is the perfect excuse to wear more colours than the rainbow and I always try my hardest to resist wearing the usual blacks and neutrals that see me through the rest of the year!

The Sugarhill Boutique isn't a shop I've come across before but when I looked through their stock I couldn't help but lust over everything printed and colourful. It was hard, but I've narrowed it down to my top three pieces to show you!

First up is the feather printed playsuit, not quite floral but just as good! This would be perfect for a city break in the sun where you want to stay a bit covered up but still show off your (albeit, fake and fresh from the bottle) tan!

Then comes the trousers, I used to be a jeans girl but this year has converted me and I'm a sucker for a pair of fitted, printed trousers. They're easy to style as everything else can stay plain and simple. Top to toe lovely with no effort at all!

Finally is this bright yellow top. If it's not good enough on its own though it comes with a matching skirt - co-ords are my fave at the moment and I just can't get enough of them. Bring on the twosies I say!

Playsuit | Trousers | Top

Ebay Wish List #1

If you're anything like me you'll spend hours upon hours each day browsing through eBay to see if there's any bargains (whether you need them or not!)

Instead of keeping my browsings (yes, I've made that word up!) to myself I thought it would be a good idea to share them with you lot - you never know, you might find something you'll love and I've saved you about three hours worth of aimlessly searching. You're welcome!

Let's hop to it shall we? I've only set myself one rule with these posts - everything should be less than £20 unless it's a special occasion and a must-buy-now-or-will-die. You know what I mean! Enjoy!

Boots - Dress - Sunglasses

Get The Look: Fearne Cotton

When I spotted this picture of Fearne Cotton wearing a gorgeous floral dress I instantly knew I had to find a way to steal her style at a much more affordable price.

As soon as summer comes, I love reaching for bright floral patterns - anything to stay away from the usual blacks! This outfit is the image of summer with the flower printed dress, sunglasses and some strappy sandal-like pumps.

If, like me, you wince at the price tags of the clothes celebrities wear then keep on reading.

Dress | Shoes | Bag | Sunglasses

First up is the dress, Fearne's is from H&M and comes in a couple of styles but there's also a lovely floral dress quite similar on Love Clothing. The long sleeves and skater shape are the same as Fearne's but the pattern is more greeny-blue than her yellow floral print. It's still a winner if you ask me though!

Fearne's shoes are by Vivienne Westwood but I've managed to find a pretty similar pair in Topshop - good news to your bank balance! Multiple straps are a definite winner this summer and these shoes are too cute not to pick up. Don't they remind you of being younger?

When it comes to bags, we all need a sizeable one to fill with everything we may ever need for any occasion that might crop up. You know what I mean, let's be honest - we don't really need to carry around with us nine different lip products, but we do. 

Finally, the sunglasses. A must have for summer, even if you just use them to cover up your tired eyes instead of helping you see in the bright sun.

Next time you feel like looking like a celeb, don't forget that you can do on a budget too!

Excel Clothing - New York Wish List

Excel Clothing are running a competition to win £500 to spend on their site and all you have to do is create a wish list of your top three items on the site.

As I'm heading off to New York for the first time in a couple of months, I decided to compile my wish list of things I want to take with me to the Big Apple.

First things first, we all need a big bag with plenty of room for all those things we carry around with us but never use. I'd say they were necessities but in reality, I barely reach into my bag for anything other than a lip balm or a hand cream.

When in New York, a camera is a must-have. Being an eager tourist with plenty of excitement about my first visit to the city I can imagine myself being snap-happy so my bag needs to have plenty of space for my DSLR camera.

So, obviously, I've picked out the Michael Kors Selma Bag - a classic winner when it comes to picking out a tote bag. This bag comes in a variety of sizes and colours but instead of picking out the plain black style, I've chosen a navy bag with white 'wings', brown handles and gold hardware.

Is it just me, or do you like the inner lining of your bag to be just as pretty as the outside? I love patterned or coloured linings and this MK printed one doesn't disappoint, there's plenty of inside pockets too for your phone and other bits and bobs.

Secondly, a comfy pair of shoes. Pretty important for spending all day on your feet sight seeing and of course, shopping.

When I go, it will be pretty chilly so a pair of boots are important for keeping my toes cosy as well as blister free. As much as I love the original furry UGG boots I can't help but lust over their other shoes, especially these Krewe Ankle Boots!

The leather looks hard wearing and the two straps are a lovely detail along with the embossed UGG branding on the side of the heel. Even though there's a small heel you can tell they'd still be comfy after a day on your feet.

Finally in my New York wish list is a Ted Baker top in a gorgeous corally-orange colour. The Myrine Layered Ruffle Sleeves Top is perfect for any occasion whether it's formal or casual. Jeans are the best match and can be paired with flats or heels.

The top may be for Spring/Summer but who says it can't be worn in the colder months? A bit of colour is the best way to brighten up an outfit from the usual blacks and greys you get around winter time.

What would you put on your New York wish list?