Teddy Boy

 

Black Cardigan - Primark // Acid Wash Tee -H&M // Plaid Trousers - H&M // Grey Socks - H&M // Black Leather Lace-up Boots - ARK // Eagle Necklace - Divided by H&M // Gold Watch - Vintage

I've had these trousers a little while now and have only ever styled them up with shirts and glitzy blouses, I never considered dressing it down like this but I love the effect! The trousers are such a gorgeous fit on me - I usually struggle getting trousers that fit perfectly on both the waist and the legs, especially from H&M, but these are just dreamy. So slimming too!

I've usually quite a feminine style but I love to mix it up a bit and this outfit is the perfect example. It's got me considering the whole sports lux trend in a different light, I might just give it a go! This outfit gives off 50's vibes, I feel like a teddy boy! To carry on the theme I raked up this giant quiff, (Nick was dead jealous... way better than his!), and tied my hair back. 

It's very different to my usual look but I think in a good way. Do you agree?

Ria xo

A Purple Haze

Fluffy Black Sweater - Primark // Dip-hem Digital Print T-shirt Dress - River Island // Gold Socks - Primark // Mock Crock Cut-out Boots - Missguided // Gold Chain - Divided by H&M // Flower Link Bracelet - H&M // Gold Watch - Vintage // Rings (Selection) - New Look, H&M & River Island // Lipstick - Maybelline Super Stay 24hr in 'Always Plum'

I've been lusting after gold socks since the start of summer and I have FINALLY got my mitts on some! They're darker than I'd envisioned but since I've been searching over six months, and they only cost £2.50, it wasn't exactly the moment to be picky! 

Anyway, they look gorge with this dress, which is the perfect winter floral! I think the gold brings out the tiny flecks of yellowy green throughout the dress, which usually just get lost in the pattern. The photo's don't really do it justice, I'm struggling to get the right light consistently. The way my windows are positioned in relativity to the rest of the building means I get about two hours max of natural light, around 11am...

1) It's rare that I'm dressed by 11am.

2) If I do happen to have clothes on by this time, it probably means I'm on my way to Uni.

You can see how this is causing me problems!

I'll keep at it... maybe I can convince Nick to allow me to get those huge photography spotlights! Not likely.

Ria xo

When the Sun Goes Down

Pink Speckled Sweater - Primark // Black Skater Skirt - H&M // Grey Knee Highs - H&M // Black Brogues - Topshop // Aztec Style Eagle Chain (Part of Set) - Primark // Silver Rings (Assorted) - New Look, H&M, Primark

My first winter look showcasing wooly jumpers! I made a distinct decision to go out and by SWEATERS. I came home with this skirt, a load of jewellery and a load of sheer shirts... Oh.

On the plus side I picked up a gorgeous pink, boyfriend fit, winter coat and a couple of snazzy scarves which are perfect for those days where you don't quite need to layer right up, (though I have a sinking feeling those days are coming to pass!)

Ria xo

Instadiaries // Week 5

My all time favourite meal - Yum! // Chunky link gold charm bracelet - H&M, I love the little monkey face! Too cute! // OOTD - Clashing oversized oranges with red! // Check my afro - naturally gorge. Jk. // Manchester Christmas market's being built - giddy! // Gold & gems // 'Paper Wings' cameo necklace - Ladybug Creations // Christmas Shopping, love this time of year! // Selfie!

Ria xo

Instadiaries - Week 2

A Cat Called Esteban Vintage - Check out their online store! // My beautiful city scape view from the flat // Ootd shot - Loving my vintage suede jacket! // Ootd - I made the dress! // My favourite person on this earth // Essie - For the Twill of it // Make up haul - oops! // Cat Called Esteban Vintage floral bomber // Selfie! 

Ria <3

You Can Never Get a Cup of Tea Large Enough

White Shirt - Primark // Plaid Print Dress - DIY - Made by me // White Cut-out Oxfords - New Look // Golden Chain - H&M // Rings - Various Sets - H&M

I picked up this fabric a while ago from my favourite EVER shop! I found it in the vintage section for about £9 and at first intended to make a pinafore dress but I left it a little too long and the trend kinda blew over before I got round to so much as making my pattern! So I made this instead. Its the first dress I've ever made which actually fits properly, I'm like a giddy little kid when I wear it... I made this! Woo!

I'm halfway through making myself a red velvet swing dress so watch this space!

Ria <3

Inspired by Giles

Fluffy Sweater - Primark // Kiss Print Skirt - H&M // Stockings - Pretty Polly // Black Socks - ASDA/Wallmart // Mock Crock Boots - Missguided.co.uk // Gold Chain - H&M // Gold Charm Bracelet - H&M

I've had this skirt years, I think it was actually given to me by a friend! I haven't worn it in donkeys but with lipstick kisses making a début on the Giles SS14 catwalk at LWF I decided it was about time to give it an outing! The lip tint I'm wearing is a pretty perfect match too! I love it! 

My fluffy sweater and my cut out boots are fast becoming my Autumn faves. The sweater is so incredibly warm despite the short arms so I don't even have to wear a coat! I kinda hate coats...

Ria <3

Instadiaries - Week 1

Minstrel cookie dough mix - yum! // New Look Stag head ring - I like to pretend its a reindeer... feeling the Christmassy vibes! // Tuesday's ootd post // My boyfriend bought me pink Lilys! // My face - shameless selfie // Rianna Phillips AW13 press event - mood board // Wednesdays get up - sporting my fave graphic print for the press event // Chicken and Mushroom pie - my man treated me to dinner :) // New necklace holder! - Love new flat goodies! 

Let me know what you've been up to this week,

Ria <3

Bones 'N Beads

White Shirt - Primark // Denim Skater Skirt - boohoo.com // Spotty Tights - H&M // White Cut-out Oxfords - New Look // Lace Headscarf - Vintage // Cross Design Bib Necklace - Cat Called Esteban Vintage 

On wednesday night I had the pleasure of attending the Rianna Phillips' AW13 press event held at 2202NQ, and had the opportunity to view all the awesome designs plus feast my eyes on her amazing mood boards! The venue is a rad basement with the most urban feel to it where for this week only you can find 'A Cat Called Esteban Vintage'. 

A Cat Called Esteban are an online vintage store with the most amazing collection of vibrant wind breakers and 80's shoulder pads! I picked up this necklace for only £18. I fell in love at first sight! The unique rose gold colour of the chain means it differs hugely from most of the brassy golds on the market atm and the bone effect enamel just gives the design a kind of cutesy gothic feel. (Cute and Goth? Really?...) I've been on a mission to build on my jewellery collection this month so doubly pleased with the buy!

Why not get online and check out A Cat Called Esteban for some super buys?! They even offer a 10% discount if you like their page! What's been your best vintage buy? Link me up in the comments box below - I'd love to check them all out!

Ria <3

She's a Topshop Princess, a Rockstar too.

Fur Coat - Vintage - Armstrong's Emporium // Playsuit - Topshop // Black Knee High's - American Apparel // Mock Crock Cut Out Boots - Missguided // Stag Head Ring - New Look // Wings Ring - H&M // Cross Chain - Topshop

So Saturday night I went out with some girlfriends and seriously... I don't think anything has ever escalated so quickly. EVER. Note to self: Cocktails are not my friends.

On the plus side my coat kept me super cosy on the walk home - which I swear took twice as long as usual. I really loved this outfit, the playsuit is dead old but a good ol' classic when nothing else seems quite right, and seeing as I don't own a black dress, (I know right... I call myself a fashion blogger!), it had to be the LBP. (... little black playsuit. Brap.)

What did you guys get up to this weekend? Let me know in the comments box below...

Ria <3

I Sold my Soul to the Open Road

Sweater - Vintage // Studded belt - H&M // Tights - Marks & Spenser // Mock crock cut-out boots - missguided.co.uk // Cross chain - Topshop // Gold Watch - Pulsar - Vintage // Gold chain (as bracelet) // Black ring - New Look // Gold set of rings - H&M

Giving my brand new boots a tour of Manchester today! I am still cooing over them, they are so comfortable too which I didn't expect. True love! <3

This sweater was one of my friends mums when she was younger, it was passed on to my friend then given to me. I'v had it for about four years now and I love it. The slouchy, oversized knit design is amazingly cool. I can chuck it on with just about anything for an effortlessly chic look. Today I went for the whole boho chic look, what do you think?

Ria <3

Schoolastic!

Sweater - All Saints // Little black dress! - H&M // Tights - Marks & Spenser // Knee highs - All Saints // Suede Mary Jane's - New Look // Swallow chain - DIY - New Look // Silver layering rings - H&M

Okay, so I was a little silly with this look but I can't help it, I felt like a little kid in my uniform! 

I stole this sweater from my boyfriend a couple of months back and it's my new go-to cover up. It's the perfect amount of 'too big' and looks so cool with a pair of skinnies and some flats. 

Last night me and my boyfriend went to watch 'Filth' and let me tell you... it's no cutesy tale! I won't ruin it for you but be warned, do not try and watch it hungover. I won't pretend to be the smartest of the pack but even clean headed I had no idea what was going on for the majority of the film! All in all though it is worth watching, be prepared for a mammoth sized twist!

Ria <3

Sunday Brunch

White shirt - Primark // Velvet leggings - H&M // Suede Mary Jane's - New Look // Swan chain - Accessorize // Gold ring - H&M

I am so completely, hopelessly in love with my new shoes! If you've left the house in the last two weeks you'll have seen the leather look Mary Jane's that have been on sale in Primark. I've been after a pair for the last fortnight or so but to my anguish Manchester's store has only had sizes 7 & 8 in - who knows why! But I found these little beauties, which I actually prefer to the Primark alternative, in New Look for just £12. 

I haven't shopped in New Look for a good couple of years out of the opinion that their clothing became quite cheap looking but just recently I'm rekindling the old relationship! I've still not fully come round to their clothing range but their shoes and jewellery is awesome!

(I'm actually waiting for a small parcel to arrive... shhh!)

Ria <3