Tuesday, 7 February 2017

Cool in Camo: Zara OOTD

Missing a pair of fish net tights or knee high denim boots, a trend I actually enjoy partaking in wearing is the camo trend. The Khaki mix of dark olives, greens, blue toned browns and dusty nudes can go so well with neutral tones and create the perfect outfit.


This particular leather camo jacket I found in the men's section at Zara. I've learnt recently that sometimes Menswear actually have better styles of clothes, not to mention the fact that the majority of men's aftershaves actually smell better than some popular female fragrances. At least they're good for something.




At £80, this is definitely an item I view as an investment piece. The good quality leather and sturdy materials make for a long lasting piece of clothing that is going to compliment many outfits to come.

I felt to be daring and not mix this outfit with a plain T, so instead wore this grey printed top (also from Zara). With it's torn and distressed, Yeezus inspired design, I'm currently digging this trend. Understandable the majority of people don't see the point in paying double, if not triple figures for items of clothing with holes in - however, there's something about distressed clothing that can sometimes really spark style and differentially, that not everyone can pull off.

This season, printed shirts and oversized shirt dresses overflow on every bloggers Instagram or blog - and I think they're a good addition to an outfit, and allows you to express your inner grunge.

Of course, what's a ripped top without ripped jeans? These I picked up from River Island (£42). As a 5'11, larger sized female, I forever face difficulty of finding jeans that fit in width and height - and wouldn't turn anywhere else other than River Island for my jeans. The quality and the price I personally feel go hand in hand, with the comfortable stretchy denim with unique designs, £42 is well worth it. Paired with a pair of simple black heels (New Look, £8), I feel like such a simple shoe can add such a sense of elegance and prestige status to your outfit. Mostly emphasised by Kim Kardashian, jeans and heels have never been hotter.

As for accessories, how could you not be without a fuck off oversized pair of black out sunglasses and some bling? Diamond chokers have become all the range at the moment, gone are the days of black fabric chokers. (River Island £8). The last accessory, one of my most prized possessions would be my watch from Swarovski. As a present from me to me I purchased last summer, It's an item I like to wear to keep the motivation at eye level, and of course look amazing. Is there anything more addicting to be hypnotised by than crystals catching the light?









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Wednesday, 1 February 2017

Street Style on a High-street budget

It's the first day of a chilly February; a month I'm hoping to experience some change in temperature. Lately, oversized coats and jumpers have been the last thing on my mind at night and the first thing on my mind come the morning. Constantly being torn between dressing for warm and comfort but wanting to still look appealing, I'm sure throughout the winter months I haven't been the only one. 



A day scheduled with an early start for University, simplicity is bliss when it comes to the outfit of the day. Lately I've been going back to the leather jacket trend, I guess it's a sign I've started to feel brave enough to wear one out in these wintry conditions. Paired with an oversized T-shirt, another favourite style of mine. If you know me, you know that colour is not my thing. But sometimes, I might just break up the all black persona with a brightly coloured shirt or pair of shoes. Not to mention that one pair of jeans you feel like you spent the last 6 years of your life searching for, with no other way to describe them such as THE jeans.



It's not all casual, adding a pair of glossy black boots I spotted in the New Look sale a day prior to this shoot made for a pretty lovable look. Whether this falls into relation to anybody else, but I personally suffer from what I like to call 'Heel purchase anxiety'. Defintion? The concern that my feet may experience extreme discomfort. Fortunately, these boots discarded that idea of worry and allowed me to last on my feet, running around Southampton all day.


To finish off, an oversized tote bag wasn't on the cards as I feel it warrants carrying more items than necessary. This miniature black bag with it's mix of leather and suede, finished off with gold zip and chain was a decision I'm glad I made. It's also the perfect size for the daily needs of Rosie, what's the issue?



Leather Jacket: Primark
Jeans: Matalan
T-shirt: New Look
Shoes: New Look
Bag: New Look
Make up and Hair by Me
Photography: betweentheseams.blogspot.com


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