I love this dress, it is so me. You can't go wrong with a plain black dress. In this case, this t-shirt dress is just right for a daytime look, and the added harness detail makes it more than just a plane t-shirt dress. This dress is also available in two similar styles on Missguided too.
I was going to wait until after my Birthday to write a review on this, so I could show you guys one of their limited edition vinyl alongside, but I can't wait no longer. You may have heard of Trade Wind, you may know of Stick To Your Guns and Stray From The Path, you may not. In case you don't know, Trade Wind is the side project of STYG Vocalist Jesse Barnett and SFTP guitarist Tom Williams. Trade Winds first EP called Suffer To Believe was released back in 2014, and although very different from the guys main bands, It makes a refreshing change from heavy breakdowns and loud vocals, though just as powerful. We have now been blessed with their latest album You Make Everything Disappear, and although it is only 8 tracks long, I think quality over quantity can be applied here as it is truly a masterpiece. Opening the album are 2 previously music video released tracks that left us eagerly anticipating the album with high hopes. The song that really sticks out for me on this album is Radio Songs. Each time I have gone to listen to this album since it's release, I have skipped straight to this song, and then played the album in full, because I just can't get enough of it. I love the way the soft vocals compliment the instruments, building up towards the end where the sadness of this song is released with heavier guitars, drums and vocals. It is brilliantly done. Lyrically the whole album is clever. The big surprise to me was the last track Je T'aimerais Toujours (which translates to I Will Always Love You), where the majority of the song is sung in yes you guessed it; french, with the odd line sung over the top in english, which to me is very creative and not really something you would have been expecting. I get a real sense of a Deftones influence throughout this album at times, not so much that it's overpowering and obvious, but a subtle hint. It takes me back to music and bands I grew up listening to, which is quite comforting. It's new and it's different, but it's also familiar. Make sure you get a ticket to one of their UK shows in October, where they are joined by Sights and Sounds. Come show some support to a band that truly deserves it. Catch Tickets Here x
The month of my Birth! Fantastic! I've tried to add on this list things that I haven't already asked for, for my birthday, just to make it a bit more exciting. As I plan to do a Birthday gift haul next week sometime (I've asked for some very pretty things) Of course not to brag, because there is nothing worse than someone who posts just to show off.. but I want to share with people my pretty findings. Like a magpie sorting through junk, to bring to you the gold...anyways... Links to each item can be found underneath the picture, happy shopping! x
The best selection of lip colours.. in the world.. let's be honest. I've asked for a few for my Birthday from my partner because you can never have enough lipsticks.
Yesterday, I did my check up on love-makeup.co.uk and nearly spilt my coffee everywhere in excitement that they are getting in the new grunge line of Velvetines. I have my eyes, both eyes, on Prairie, Rustic and Marshmallow..
If you haven't checked out this site already, what are you waiting for. They have a seriously amazing selection of American brands, to save us nasty shipping and custom fees. So now we can feed our make up addictions without having to pay ridiculous prices!
Wanderdusk is an independant jewellery store I need to take a moment to rave on to you about. It has a beautiful wide selection of rings, necklaces , chokers etc and there is something for everyone. What I love about Wanderdusk, is every piece is lovingly handmade with care, and unique - every piece is different. A lot of pieces are also limited edition, so you can be sure to stand out from the crowd!
I currently keep going back to this choker, it's so basic yet so eye catching and different, and it comes in three different colours! Though I have to be honest with you, there is so much to choose from, it makes it pretty hard to pick just one favourite piece! This would jazz up any basic black outfit.
I don't care if it's nearly September and it's going to be raining and snowing before we know it, these are the perfect sandal for any gothic princess. With a slight platform to stomp around on, stand tall and feel confident with these badboys. These will make you look fab, day and night with a multiple of different looks. Something I definitely need in my wardrobe (I know you do too!)
I promise you I don't intentionally include Motel in every single one of my fashion posts, but because I have a slight addiction to them, it just kind of happens...
With Summer slowly coming to a close (Sorry guys, but c'mon it's now August), time to start planning our Autumn outfits in preparation. This would be ideal for an under layer. I'd wear this under a pair of dungarees or pinafore, or even a slip dress. Or perhaps a cropped vest underneath, and team with some awesome high waisted Mom jeans! You can never go wrong with mom jeans!
I know, I know..this looks very similar to the Motel top featured above, but i'm really loving the whole mesh trend right now, and this also comes with a vest for underneath, so it's pretty much a bargain. Wear it alone, or style it up by wearing it underneath, to create another look.
This is just so cute, perfect date material too! I might ask Daniel to take me out, just for an excuse to buy this..
I absolutely adore this! It comes in two colours - black and grey, though the grey looks a bit more purply, don't you think? Which is fine by me, because It looks so cute. Ideal to make your all black day outfit stand out.
I must also mention, Boohoo have some beautiful pieces at the moment!
Okay, confession time, I have never owned a maxi dress, to be honest I have been afraid because a) none have ever caught my attention, and b) I'm afraid it will make my legs look fat. But then I came across this.
The fact that it has slices up the legs, makes me feel more confident in this. I was afraid that because you can only usually see the bottom of your legs / ankles in a maxi, it was going to make me look chunky. Though i'm quite slim, i'm quite self conscious that my legs are like rugby players legs. That's just me being silly.
Every time I see The Wonder Years they are just as good as the last time. Something about this show seemed special though, and It has been a while since The Wonder Years have headlined in the UK. What better way to come back with a pretty intimate show.
I decided to take a step back for this one, and appreciate the music and performance. Usually i'm one of them crazy folk getting as involved as I can, but I've done all that, this time I wanted to really take them in.
Before this show, I wasn't really a fan of their latest album; No Closer To Heaven, but I think it took hearing the songs live to really appreciate it as an art piece. Their songs are full of emotion and they show that through their performance.
Back in 2014 at Scala, I saw them open to There There, and forgive me for being a drama queen, or an emotional wreck, but it really got to me. That song as it does many others, really hits home for me, and the intensity of the crowd yelling that song at the top of their lungs was something I will always remember. This time they opened with Brothers & Cardinals and although admittedly I wasn't as fond of this one to begin with, the emotion was just as strong.
Support act Laura Stevenson joined TWY on stage for The Devil In My Bloodstream which goes without saying, was absolutely fantastic, and a rare occasion.
Of course Came Out Swinging was saved to go out on, and it seemed that it wasn't just the crowd who were there to see TWY. During the last verse from behind the stage comes out special guest; the security guard. One of the security guards actually got on stage and was passed the mic by Soupy to have his moment to shine. Of course it was hilarious, but also nice to see and be reminded that not all security guards are what the reputation from shows they have been given in the news over the past few years especially.
