Theres No Place Like Home

So 2 weeks ago I made the long 3 hour journey back form Nottingham to Kent, but instead of being bogged down by all the moody commuters, nothing in the world was killing my vibes! My Daddy was home, and thats all that mattered! For those of you that don't know, I have a small little family of just me and paps, and now that he works most of the year out in Saudi Arabia its usually just little old me! BUT this weekend was different, because he was back!! I hadn't seen him since the start of January and a lot had happened since then, New York, Edinburgh...and much much more! While I was back on this lovely sunny weekend, it made me realise how much I really do love home, especially when its full with life and family! 
I remember waking up to Dad playing smooth jazz on the radio in the mornings and saying 'Hi Livs' when I walked downstairs with a grumpy face on (usually because it was like 9 o'clock on a Saturday and I'm not a morning person!). But he'd be there with a grin and usually a cup of coffee offering me some breakfast :). In those summer months when you can smell the freshly cut grass and the BBQ's and the night air isn't so cold anymore, you sit amongst the garden and heat your hands on the remains of the BBQ you've just had, and just appreciate life! 
Thats what my weekend was like...amongst doing LOTS of clothes shopping and being treated to lots of dinners out! Sometimes when we are off being the busy little bees we are, we forget to just stop still and appreciate whats around us. I love my university room, its like my little den with candles, fairy lights and photos. It allows me to just chill out and relax. Coming home to Kent is just so different from that, it makes me relax and be happy wherever I go, and because I am no longer always there, I appreciate it all the more. 

Sometimes we need to leave to appreciate where we are.



















O x

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Top 5 Beach Must Haves

As I was packing ready to head out to Sydney, I was worried that (for once) I wasn't packing enough. Being here now, I think I was right, luckily on my second week I will get the chance to have a little shop shop shop! and can double wear as no one will re-see my outfits. Prior to leaving I said I would do a piece on the top 5 MUST haves for the beach this year! I didn't get the chance, but on my break at work I've got a little it of time to write a quick one. So here are my essential top 5 for the beach this year!

1. An Easy Read - Wedding Night by Sopie Kinsella

 I started reading this on the plane over to Sydney only 1 week ago and its already finished, and that's with full working days...THATS how good it is. Don't get me wrong, if youre into Shakespeare and HARD literature which compels you, this read probably isn't the one for you, but if, like me you just enjoy something easy to get your teeth into for a bit - this is perfect. It had me laughing out loud, feeling emotional, and most of all was like glue on my hands!
2. Shoe of the Season - Birkenstocks


 This time last year I would have looked at these shoes and been like 'ewww gross, my nan would wear these', HOWEVER they seem to be back on our fashion radars this summer. As I'm sitting here and wearing some myself I'm just thinking about just how comfy they are! So yeah I would say they are a definite must for summer, especially if you need something comfy to have a wander around in!

3. Bright Beach Bag



 I recently got myself a bright orange Kenneth Cole bag, very similar to the shape of these Michael Kors ones, and thank they are a total must have this summer! Not only do they do wonders with brightening up your outfits, but they bring your swimwear to life on the beach! This type of shape is especially useful as it was fit loads in it without making you look like 'The Bag Lady!'
4. Stand Out on the Sand - Minimale Animale Swimwear



Its not 'new' news that swimwear can sometimes be a bit monotonous... rows and rows of tropical colours, a lot of pink and blue, and generally just not enough creativity are going into the shapes and materials of bikinis in the market recently. However, have some faith because Minimale Animale do THE most amazing swimwear going... granted, it does come at a price but all the same, its gorgeous! So gorgeous youre going to want to wear it as outerwear rather than swimwear! SO give it a little check out and see what you can find to be the one standing out on the sand this summer.

5. Kaftan/Kimono
 Urban Outfitters
 Misguided
Topshop

I've been raving about them long and hard, and I think my collection is now up to the number of 9! (only 1 of which was actually being sold as beach wear). Whether you wear it as a kaftan on the beach or a kimono off the beach, it really doesn't matter! They really brighten up the dullest of outfits and are a great way to just add some colour in there without having to colour co-ordinate! They can also act as a good jacket, when its too hot for a coat and a card makes you look like a granny, spice it up with a kimono! They're ideal for nights out too as they won't make you all hot and sweaty!




O x

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AHHHHH IM BACK

Just a quick one before I go to bed...still dying and a little bit delirious from jet lag!! BUT AHHHH IM BACK IN THE UK, and uni (bun) and back on the blogging scene! I have to say sorry to my readers, I have gone off the radar for the past month because I've been travelling the lovely world of Oz, working in Sydney and exploring! The good news is, I have lots of exciting things to write about and tell you all about my travels! So keep an eye out for my future posts to follow....




Don't worry, we will speak again very soon! :)


O x
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Spring Tones

As Nottingham, and the rest of England got a touch of sunshine last week, we all got a bit excited! We got our sandals, shorts and sunnies on and headed for the park...and as soon as we stepped outside, we came rushing back in again! BECAUSE IT WAS BLOODY FREEZING! 
So after realising I'd made a mistake I went back and switched the shorts for some bright bangers with my yellow trousers, and added my pastel blue jacket. Obviously I kept the sunnies and sandals! Need to pretend like its HOT HOT HOT even if its not! :) 
I haven't done a 'What She Wore' post in a while, but I thought this sunny one was very apt considering I'm flying out to the big O Z on Friday where (HOPEFULLY) there will be lots of sun! And believe me, you're going to be hearing all about it on my lead up to going and when I get back! 
Get prepared readers :) 


O x
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Zara Owns

If you’re a girl you’ve seen it, if you’re a guy, you’re girlfriends shown you it, and if you’re a parent, your daughter hasn’t stopped pestering you about it. Yes it’s the Zara Lookbook for February 2014. Before I carry on discussing this masterpiece of fashion, I have a confession. While researching and creating this article, I actually had to stop half way through and go and indulge myself within Zara’s new range. Lets just say this, my student loan was spent very well (the summer wardrobe has come along nicely!).

Seeing this seasons range first hand only made me fall in love with it more! Zara really have hit the nail on the head with this one! It’s absolutely stunning. From bell shaped sleeves to perfection in pastels, they have really mastered the ‘in’ trends for this summer, and have literally blown their competitors out of the water....

Sunflower Sets The Scene
Zara Sunshine SS14






Click Here To Read Full Article on 'StudentFashion' ....


O x
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Social Media Selfie...The Debate

OK now I get that some of you may be a little bit pissed off seeing all these girls taking selfies on your homepage, so you're gonna have a rant. But I'm a bit fed up of hearing about all the negativity (yes okay if you haven't donated, please do)! We get belittled all the time about being selfish and not doing things for others, and the moment we are, theres people there to slate us for doing that as well...you can't win. I just read an article by a Woman who lost her mother to cancer and stated that the craze wasn't helpful and it just reminded her of all the sadness and worry because the word CANCER was spread all over her screen. Now in my eyes, she is being the selfish one, we are all raising money for a great cause in a way that can be spread FAST! I too lost my mother to cancer, and I know if she was still about today she would be proud at girls that come from a society of FAKE BAKE, going bare faced and putting themselves out there for the world to see in order to raise awareness and money for the charity. It may bring up bad memories, YES. But the only way to stop those bad memories for future families is to keep raising! So why turn your back on it because its to do with 'selfies' or social media? You should be embracing it and helping the cause! The reason its been to successful is not because you're quietly donating on your computer, its because we are sharing it, nominating, passing it on so it reaches a higher number of people. 


"The ‘no make-up selfie’ trend has helped charity Cancer Research UK raise more than £1 million through 800,000 text donations since yesterday. The campaign, which began on social media on Tuesday afternoon, asks women to post photos of themselves online without make-up, with the hashtag #nomakeupselfie. Cancer Research UK told Telegraph Wonder Women that it received almost a million unexpected donations yesterday, most of which came in via text message.

The charity also saw a rise in people donating at their Cancer Research UK shops, and a huge peak in visits to its website .

                                                                                                       --- The Telegraph Online Posted Thursday 20th March 2014.




If you're slating the social media craze then really you're slating the charity too, Its clear that it is doing the job it was designed to do. 




Learn to take the positives out of life, not the negatives

So keep posting ladies, keep texting BEAT to 70099 and keep checking those boobies! 



O x
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Best of the Fest #1 - The Hair

Its that time of year all over again...FESTIVAL TIME! Okay so your desired fest may not actually be for quite a few months yet, but its definitely time to start planning which ones you're going to go to and start saving for you tickets. So why not start to plan your festival style as well. Im here to help! 
Being a huge Festival lover and 'goer' myself, I know the planning that goes into those outfits beforehand, the stocking up of dry shampoo and the hairstyles that cover your grease by day 4! 
I am going to be doing a series of posts in the next few weeks, all leading up to the Festivals about each section of style. 
So here is #1 - The Hair! Now it really does depend on what kind of hair you have. We aren't all gifted with the natural bouncy locks, and look like a supermodel when we wake up from our sweaty tent. So here are 5 looks which reflect from the grease and still make you look like a rockstar!

Despite the fact that from day one most of us look like this, with a bit of help from our beloved Tangle Teazer and some dry shampoo (maybe a bit of hair spray, but thats going to be a killer in the morning). We can totally look like we've been showering regularly!


The Curls 

Im not Hudgens biggest fan, and granted she probably had her personal stylist along with her to the festival, BUT you can still rock the curls like she does through the festival season. Sleep in plaits, put rags in your hair, use moose, or just sleep with a messy bun! Some of you may be lucky enough already to have curly hair naturally, in which case "I WOKE UP LIKE THIS" is much needed! 
Curls are also an awesome way of hiding the grease (and dry shampoo!).

 The Hat



For those whose hair stylist techniques aren't quite on point, what better way to cover up the mop and still make yourself look super on trend, than by shoving a hat over it! Florence goes for the cute small hat, whereas the Boho chick at the top goes all out with a big'un! Whatever style suits you best, hats are a great way to still look fresh! (although be careful, you will probably lose it in the crowds!).

 The Feathers



I can't say I've done this one yet, but I think its definitely on the cards for this year's fest! FEATHERS :) Think hippy, think red indian, think dream catchers! Whatever kind of look you want to go for, they look amazing! Plus, you look like you're a proper festival goer (you know what I mean, who doesn't want to look as though they're natural habitat is a festival!). If you're confident enough to go for the full on headdress DO IT, and add in some plaits too! If not random plaits in the hair with feathers on the end always look super cute (however you need to be comfortable with the messy look, as by the end of the day its not going to look incredible!). Alternatively you can rock it like the girl above and have an up do with the feathers to one side. I think she is wearing a headband, which they're attached to. So I'll be keeping my eye out for one of those and let you know if I find one!

 The Headband




Perfect for those of you with maybe shorter hair. Its not long enough for the curls, hats would make you look bald, and the flower power results in a mushroom head! The head band is a good solution. Again its been done, but it looks wicked! Especially if you already have an edge to your style. Make sure you go for the right colour and pattern though, I adore the girl above! Her band goes perfectly with her cowboy esque jacket and matches her lippy, which is only complimented nicely with the reto sunnies! Seriously wish I could pull off that look :) 

 The Flowers

I don't have to remind you of this trend. It has literally been covering festivals for the last 3 years! THE FLOWER POWER :) Its back with a vengeance, anyone who is actually no one is wearing the flowers. They're even selling them at the festivals themselves! But why not take the next step and make them big, make them bold. Like this girl, she's confident with her array of flowers on her head, and she is rocking it! 

 The Plait



Plaits, plaits, plaits! Perfect! They keep the greasy fringe out the way, they look insane, the more the merrier when it  comes to plaits! If you want to do small random ones or whack in the entire head. Plaits are always going to look awesome and be super practical too! No knots, nice wavy hair at the end of it, who wouldn't want that!



O x

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