Danny's Graduation

Danny's graduation was on Monday it was SUPER hot. But I thought I'd show you how suave he looked. It was such a lovely day and everyone looked so smart. Although they did say his name wrong to announce him! HAH! He walked out laughing about it, bless him! It's definitely made me excited for my graduation on Monday.

My mum treated me to a new dress for Danny's day. I got a floor length Matalan dress, with a thigh slit. I loved the orange embroidery against the paisley print. Sadly it's not on the website anymore but it is in store for half price! Danny's shirt and tie was from Next 

Have a cheeky look at some pictures...

MY DRESS DETAIL

ME AND DANNY

DANNY AND HIS PROUD MUM (also in a Matalan Dress)

Understated Opulence

Sorry for the lack of posts, I'm happy to say I have finally FINISHED my University degree with a crazy two weeks of deadlines. It is so surreal and I'm not quite sure it's kicked in yet.

I thought this would be a great time to show you my latest photo shoot at Bar Maroc in Huddersfield. A real intimate setting with Moroccan settings creating a stylish cool place to hang out, share cocktails and snack on pizzas or crepes.

Shooting again with the amazing Nicole Jopek was fun and this time we created a glossy editorial. For the styling I was given a brief of a ladylike style in the form of suit trousers, sheer blouses and midi dresses in vibrant colours combined with a Middle Eastern twist in the form of statement jewellery which gives a sophisticated finish.

The beautiful make up was by Aisha Queeum and the model, Justina Gunina was just so stunning with a polished look which suited the clothes perfectly. Hopefully this shoot will inspire you to create some stylish outfits from a handful of high street stores.

Sheer White Blouse by H&M

Trouser and Clutch by River Island

Navy Blouse and Trousers by H&M

Coral Blouse by Matalan

Pink Trousers by H&M

White Blazer by H&M

Embellished Top by Topshop

Trousers by Matalan

Graphic Dress by ASOS

Black Midi Dress by ASOS

White Blazer by H&M

Trousers by Matalan

Graphic Dress by ASOS

All Jewellery from Asian Markets and Photographer's Friends

Summer Sales Haul

I got back from a gorgeous week in Cornwall to spontaneously booking a week to Tenerife in September. 

So excited for the Siam Park, it sounds amazing!! 

Also it is supposed to be ridic.. hot!

Here's a few sale buys towards my holiday wardrobe.

Head to NEXT for any bikini.

 I always mix and match I think they look more flattering and these are cheap as chips! The bikini top is £3 and was £12 and the bottoms are £2! Yes £2! I love the bikinis here because they are sized to bra size rather then a 10, 12 and so on.. 

A definite holiday bargain! 

Hurry as the popular sizes always go first.

I'm not a massive fan of Dorothy Perkins clothes as many of my purchases seem to have had extremely shoddy sewing and not lasted longer then a week. However they have surprised me with the choice of jewellery they have to offer in the sale. 

The white sequin collar is £1!! I love it and the pastel necklace was £2, it also came in a longer version.

Matalan have also really come along way recently with what they have on offer. I've been wanting an envelope clutch forever! 

This blue beauty is £4 and was £8.

Primark have a decent sale with the mirror print being a big trend at the moment, this pretty skirt was only £5. There was alot of cheaper ones but the fabric for this is alot more forgiving and less 'cheap looking'

Have fun in the sales....

Uni House Move 3

I thought I would share some pictures with you of my new house.

On this crazy weekend we moved out of a 6 bed room house to a two bed with just the other half. (God help me!) 

I came to realise how much STUFF I have!

Here is how the house looks now thanks to my mum and Danny's mum, 

we've made it abit more homely.

Also there was a rainbow on the way back from a much needed pub meal!(Coincidently placed at the top of my street)

My gift from the lovely guys at Matalan.  

At the Manchester Blogger Carat event which gave us some great advice on monetizing your blog.

So expect some changes soon!!

You can buy this gorgeous holiday bag here

The A/W lookbook for Matalan really surprised me, there was some great pieces at great prices! Which sold it for me, being a student Topshop is far too pricey.

Next on my bag list is this bargain for £8!

Making use of all my magazines on our coffee table which was £3.50 from IKEA!

As you can tell I have a slight obsession with candles and fairy lights. Any homeware bloggers I would love your links for some more ideas for our new house!