Saturday's Consistency

Girls Night in Guildford

I WORE . . .

As some of you have probably noticed, orange is definitely the new red! Bright and bold is back, and I didn't hold back when going out last Saturday.

This Barry M nail varnish was perfect to add to my outfit. My nails standing out as much as my killer heels when the flash bounced back off them!

This paint was actually my friends, however it can be found at Superdrug and other beauty shops such as Boots! If you're feeling really outrageous then go ahead and buy the whole collection - yellow, blue, green! GO AHEAD STAND OUT.

 

To add to my theme of Orange, I coupled it with my new Maybelline Lipstick! Although I had my doubts when buying this as to how it would look, it actually comes out really well. If some girls are getting away with wearing blue lippy I'm sure its okay for me to get away with this one :)

I bought this baby from Superdrug for about £5 (although I cannot be exact).

 
The icing on the cake (for my face anyway) were my falsies! Although I'm not the fake eyelash kind of girl, I bought this model of eye lash for my Prom last year and they went down a treat. I only wore them a handful of times after that, however liked them so much that I bought them again for round 2.

Again these were purchased in Superdrug for around £6/£7, however they can also be purchased in clothing stores such as New Look.

They are brilliant for a night out especially just to add that extra glam. However if you're looking for a less bulky look on the eyes then lashes with gaps inbetween give a more natural appearance.

 

 

 

 

I DANCED THE NIGHT AWAY...
 

 



As featured earlier this week in 'I Bought', I took my babies for their second test run on Saturday, and although by the end of the night my feet did hurt, they were worth it. I can safely say that I was
probably the tallest one in the club, but I felt amazing!

Purchased at Topshop for £88 (bit of a purse breaker), they are worth every penny!

 

 

 

I STRUTED MY STUFF . . .

 

 Now although this may look like an amazing dress . . . it is decieving. However, it demonstrates one of the things that I do best . . . layering/mixing and matching. I absolutely LOVE the fact that even if I've worn something once in one way, theres always another to make it look different. Lets see how I did it saturday.
 Although I did have an outfit planned, when I came to putting it on I just wasn't feeling it (don't you hate it when that happens). Classic that I wasn't at home, so I had to improvise. One of my friends had a dress which was really nice however would have been too short for me to wear on its own. So I added it to one of my leather look skirts to create more texture to the outfit came out with my make-shift dress.

THE SKIRT - Topshop Petite

THE DRESS - Miss Selfridge

 



 

 

Not only did I love the aztec pattern going along the neckline of the dress, I also loved the back and the padded shoulders. Being an hour-glass figure, making my waist look as small as possible is key! This outfit provided me with that without showing too much skin! 

To add to the aztec theme of the neckline I added one of my new necklaces, featured in 'The Theme of a Triangle' post. I didn't want anything too bold, as then it would be TOO MUCH, but the triangle fitted in just fine.

Necklace - Topshop

 



Hope you enjoyed my outfit adventure . . .

 

Love Livy x

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Casual Night Out

Evening Bloggers...

Its quite a rare occasion for me to go out at Uni (I know crazy right! I'm not some kind of loser its just hard having a cheap decent night in London). Anyway, I have been out twice this week so thought I would share with you what I wore on the first - you'll have to wait and anticipate the second! :)



Nothing amazing I have to admit, but if any of you reading this have been to Fez Club in Putney you would understand the lack of effort made :). To add to this I wore classic low-top black Vans.

As you can see from picture 2, I used two of my necklaces from 'The Theme Of a Triangle' post and layered them up for more bulk around the neck.

Black Long Sleeved Crop Top - Topshop

Black Belt - Primark

Levis Shorts - Urban Outfitters

Necklaces can be found here in my previous post :)

I always find that shorts and crop-tops fit perfectly with some cute trainers for a casual night out and are comfortable to wear throughout the night!

Love Livy x

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Spring Interests 

With the addition of the sun to our windows recently in London, it has inspired me to start adapting my winder wardrobe to Spring. While rummaging around and adapting some golden oldies into new styles ready to step out into the sun, I have also been browsing the Web, adding to my already monster long wish list!
While on Urban Outfitters 'New-In' section I recognised that they had some BEAUTIFUL stuff in store so I thought I would pick out some untimate favourites and share them with you.
I would personally die to wear this outfit (after having a spray tan on my see through white legs of course!). Its current but also has a Vintage edge to it with the encorporation of the dark greens and browns, and obviously those sunnies!!
The shoes really win over the whole outfit for me and bring the whole thing together while screaming FASHIONISTA!!!

Love Livy x

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TIE DYE - how to...

Step by Step - How to Tie Dye!!

1. Buy or find a white T-shirt, the best type to use would be 100% Cotton, or you could use 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester. Other fabrics do not bond so well with the dye, furthermore reducing the brightness and accuracy of the patterns!

2. Soak the T-shirt in warm water and Soda Ash for about 10 minutes, to ensure the best bond between the dye and the shirt.

3. Pinch the T-shirt in the middle and twist in a clockwise motion, making sure that it is very tight the whole way round. Carry on doing this all the way to the outsides, so the whole T-shirt is twisted. When you've finished it should appear like a flat pie shape!

4. Now its time to apply the rubber bands! However you have to attempt to do this without ruining the shape of the shirt. The best pattern would be to cross the bands over one another to make a star shape (just with more than 5 edges).

5. Before we get messy, make sure you cover your working surface with plastic bags OR (if its sunny) work outside! The dye will stain anything in its path, so ensure you're wearing old clothes, shoes and rubber gloves just to be safe!

6. Working from the centire of the spiraled shirt outwards, start to apply the dye over the different sections that have been made by the elastic bands. Make sure the T-shirt is FULL of colour, NO WHITE! Once the top has been filled, turn the pie/T-shirt over and cover the bottom sections in dye too.

7. Once you have covered your shirt in dye, place it carefully into a plastic bag and leave it in a warm place for at least 24 hours. If you are inpatient like I am, you can leave it for less however the results may not be as good. However, in order to get a more faded pastel look on your shirt (which is all the rage this season) leaving the T-shirt for a lesser amount of time should create this look.

8. Once you have waited for the dye to settle in, undo the elastic bands and run it under cold water. Dye WILL come out so wear gloves, but don't panic, this is normal! Keep running the top under cold water until it runs clear!

NOTE: You should probably put your shirt through the wash ON ITS OWN at least once before trusting it with other coloureds.

9. Enjoy wearing your new top!!

Depending on how you twist your top, depends what patterns will arise!! The same with which colours you use :)

If you want to mix it up a bit, then branch out by dying:

Leggins

Scarfs

Jumpers

Socks (VERY CUTE)

Undies

Dresses

Shorts (even on jean material)

Onesies

Skirts

Bags

Jackets

It's all the rage at the moment so get going all ready for the summer season! You could even give it a shot on your bikini's!

ANDD... If you like the idea but can't be bothered with the mess, check out my interview with Sophie Davis - Evans http://walkinwardrobeupandcoming.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/sophie-davis-evans-indie-tie-dye.html and check out her items that are ready to buy t-shirts and socks here:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/kakakad1975/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

(all images on this post were found VIA google images)

Love Livy x

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The Theme of a Triangle

Necklace Heaven

 

If I have no other excuse for writing on my blog other than having nothing to write about, then this should surely make up for it!!

 

Although I know this quirky new shape has been hitting the high street for quite a while now, I feel as though my personal collection of the triangle is very nearly complete!!

Today I wen't out and just couldn't resist buying about 3 necklaces in the same theme, so thats got to be something to share with you guys!

Whether you're looking to be small and descrete, or make it bold to stand out, the triangle caters for us all!

 

No 1. Jagged Edge

Jagged Edge is not for the faint hearted!
I came accross this beauty while shopping in Urban Outfitters today and although it cost more than I would usually pay for a necklace, at £18, I just couldn't leave her. I originally saw it on a mannequin when initially entering the store. It was matched with a blue chiffon long shirt which looked perfect for an understated dinner, or to be dolled up with heels for a long night out! It gives the finishing sparkle to any outfit, or adds a dangerous edge!



No 2. Spike

Spike is definitely THE necklace to have if you're looking to make a statement, however not the best thing to wear to your sisters wedding!!
Perfect for a night out to add some flash to your outfit, I personally think this one radiates in confidence as its quite a strong item to pull off!
I bought this baby from Topshop a couple of months ago and have worn it to dinners, nights out and just casual everyday wear. I stick to wearing darker colours with this necklace just because its blod enough to do the talking on its own, I think adding more POP would make the outfit go into overdrive. Saying this however, mish-mashing all your clothes together and being as bold as you can is the S/S '13 range, so if you feel confident enough DO IT!



No 3. A Point in the Right Direction

 

Although this necklace didn't scream out to me while wandering through New Look today, I feel that it fits both the descrete and the bold statement, depending on what you choose to pair it up with.

While its chunky enough to stand out against most colours, it doesn't have the sharp edges of the first 2 necklaces, and is therefore more understated.

The use of dented metal also makes the shine more matte, resulting in a less shiny finish and a less 'in-your-face' presentation.

For those of you who are on a budget with a good old student loan this necklace is perfect coming in at only £6.59 :) (plus their student disscount!!)

No 4. What's the Time


Okay, so I know this one doesn't exactly fit into the triangle theme, and I have posted about it before  . . . BUT IT IS AMAZING! I still wear this lovely item purchased from Urban Outfitters almost every day! I absolutely love it still - AND IT TELLS THE TIME (the real time)!!
Although the Cross-Hype is slowly coming to a halt, especially within the necklace region, I think most of you will agree that this beauty would sneek its way onto our jewellery stand!
Again this one was a perfect buy for me as it only came to about £6 in the sale SCORE!!


No 5. Less is More

 



If you're going for the descrete look but still want an addition to complete the outfit, while being in keeping with this seasons trends, the mini-triangle is perfect. Again another browse at Topshop, at only £7.50 its a keeper!

I think this is probably my most favourite, it can be added to absolutely any outfit and its so so cute! It also looks really good when being doubled up with other necklaces such as No.1, No.3 or No.4. The use of layering jewellery up is a great way to make your outfit more interesting and full!

 

 

 

Love Livy x



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