New York City themed wishlist

big apple phone case |  Wall clock | NY print swing top | scratch off map | necklace | Empire State Building lego | NYFC t-shirt | skyline print | travel guide

Guess what.. I'm going to New York! I'm so excited I'll tell anybody who'll listen about the trip I'll be embarking on in 192 days. Yeah, 192. That's March in case you don't want to do the maths yourself. I know, I know.. it's a little premature but I've been wanting to go to the Big Apple my whole life, it's even on my bucket list so I just cannot contain my excitement. 

The scratch off map from ASOS is a must buy, it'll be great to keep in a scrapbook of the trip and I'm desperate for the New York necklace from Topshop too.

Have you been to NYC? Do you have any advice, tips or even a blog post about it? If you do please link it below, I'll definitely be reading them.

ox Lucy

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My Favourite YouTubers

Just recently I've had such a love/hate affair with YouTube. An increasing number of YTers are churning out similar videos and the lack of original, creative content is becoming tiresome. Finding new YTers also seems to be proving difficult since I only ever see well established channels promoted. I decided to trawl through my subscriptions and make sure the only channels in there were ones I love. I realised there were a few people whose videos I could never miss out on and those are the ones I'm going to share with you.


MuchelleB So much more than a fashion Vlogger, Michelle makes a mixed bag of videos and that's what I love. YouTube should be about creativity and Michelle shares her style in lookbooks and fashion DIYs but she also uses her videos as a platform to voice her opinion on a range of topics and give advice too. She's also hella funny and flying the girl power flag. If you like short videos that get to the point and spark conversation, she's your girl.

Em Ford I've read Em's beauty blog from the beginning when her niche was pale skin but in the past few months her popularity rocketed with a series of acne coverage videos on YT and Instagram. Unless you're completely new to YT/the online beauty community you'll probably have seen Emma's 'You Look Disgusting' video she made last month. Even if you're not looking for acne coverage advice I'd still recommend checking out her tutorials. This Margot Robbie make up look is one of my favourites.

Miss Budget Beauty Probably one of the few channels I've stuck with from when I first started watching YT. I find that as a person's channel grows their videos change but MBB stuck to her roots but added a couple of other channels to broaden her audience. The beauty community is pretty saturated nowadays but if you're looking for honest reviews from a reliable and relatable source then you should check out Khila's channel. I can't pick a favourite video of hers but her recent first impressions for a full face of make up using New Look's own brand was on point and perfectly catered towards her viewers.

The Stream TV One for the TV show fandoms out there. If you follow me on twitter you'll know I'm obsessed with Pretty Little Liars and that's how I came to find this channel. Each week after the episode airs the after show is streamed live and the lovely Ashley, Sinead, Meghan and Stephanie discuss the goings on in Rosewood. There's lots of interaction with fan theories and chance to discuss where viewers think the show is heading. It's not only PLL the stream make after shows for, there's Vampire diaries, Real Housewives, Arrow and more. If you need a community to chat about your latest TV obsession, you'll probably find one here.

Which channels have you been watching lately? Recommendations are always welcome.

ox Lucy

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Jack Wills Wishlist

Last week I was over the moon to find out I'd won a £100 Jack Wills voucher from a giveaway run by Shopcade via their twitter account. Although I enter a few competitions I wouldn't call myself a comper just yet, but that feeling of winning is almost addictive and each win spurs me on to enter more.

I've bought a few items from Jack Wills in the past as gifts but never anything for myself. I was only really familiar with their heavily branded garments, you know the ones that inform everybody within a mile radius that you've parted with your pennies to buy a JW hoodie? That being said, I was always aware of the high quality and value for money so I was eager to trawl through their website and see what I could find.

Southbrook Classic Shirt // Duriston Jersey Skirt // Dorrington Shopper // Buscot Backpack // Aigburth Crew // Sandyford Laptop Case // Chetwood Classic Shirt // Coates Phone Case // Kilmory T-shirt

ox Lucy

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OOTD: Summer Wedding Guest

This past weekend I got together with my family for my cousin's wedding. I've never written a post like this before but I got a lot of compliments on my dress on the day so thought I'd show you what I wore. 

My dress is from Missguided and I paired it with this cute little bowler bag that's a much more muted coral than it appears on the website. I opted for a nude heel and these from Dorothy Perkins were perfectly comfortable to see me from day-to-night.

Do you have any weddings to attend this summer? Or are you planning your own? 

Lucy ox

To buy or not to buy

With numerous event coming up over the next month, I've been on the lookout for some new dresses this week. I fell head over heels in love with this little number from sheinside.com but it's a little 'out there' compares to my usual style so I headed over to instagram to ask for opinions. 

Despite lots of likes, I'm still not sure, mainly because I don't know how to style it. I was thinking some white wedges and large clutch but I really can't decide. I'd love to know what you think of this dress and how you'd style it. As much as I'm desperate to up my game in the fashion stakes and step outside the box, I don't know where to start! Where do you go for style inspiration when you're stuck in a rut?

Lucy ox

Birthday Wish List: Fashion

1. Moon pendant necklace. - Lately my jewellery box (read shelf) is full of chunky statement pieces which is all well and good until I want to go for a simple understated look. This moon necklace is a simple, pretty go-to piece and not to mention an absolute bargain.

2. Blue cropped knitted jumper. - Perfect for spring, this will fit easily into my wardrobe. I'd wear it  on top of a monochrome polka dot blouse or on its own with some high-waisted jeans.

3. Toy Story Pjymamas. - Is it just me or is there a serious lack of Adult Disney/Pixar PJs from anywhere other than Primark. Even the Disney shop itself has a poor offering for us 'grown-ups'. Toy Story is my favourite Disney movie of all time and I've been looking for PJs (and a double bed cover) for so long! Finally Topshop have answered my prayers albeit with  a little hefty price tag for something I'll just wear indoors. Go to uni in you Pyjamas day anybody?!

4. LA mix tee. - I've fallen in love with so many on these American style jersey T's from Primark but so has everybody else and I see people wearing them everywhere. I saw this Project Social one in Topshop and kind of have my heart set on it now.

5. Acid wash skinny jeans. - For the longest time I've been trying to find the perfect acid wash skinny jeans or jeggings and definitely wasn't expecting to stumble across them in Asda! George's offering aren't quite as high waisted as I'd like but other than that they're perfect and for £14 I need them in my life!

6. White Chelsea cut-out boots. -Monochrome heels weren't ever something I thought I'd want. Especially ones that are predominantly white. I saw these online during one of my 'fill the shopping basket with things you love and then empty it and cry about how poor you are' sessions (I'm not the only one who does this right?!) and before I knew it I'd fallen in love and a hoard of outfit ideas were springing into mind. Now I haven't seen them in real life and when I do my opinion could change massively but for now they shall remain on my wish list. 

What's currently on your wish list? Do you like anything on mine? If you haven't seen my previous birthday wish list posts you can view them all here.

Lucy ox

Pick of the 'packs

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I'm on the hunt for a new backpack to see me through S/S14 and if you are too then look no further.

I love the less traditional shapes of Zara's offering and New Look's minimalistic beige bag. Although I'm a fan of a more pockets to store my endless supply of pointless things I lugg around, fewer pockets give a more sophisticated, sleek look.

Pastel are back baby! Well, actually the never really left but you know what I mean. Zatchel definitely tops the list with their range of pastel backpacks but Accessorize's powder blue offering with pockets galore and exposed zips is a more purse friendly option.

For a fun, relaxed look, nautical stripes are perfect for days at the seaside with friends with floral print as a great alternative for girly girls. 

Which is your favourite?

Lucy ox

Style Inspiration: Skorts

Style inspiration: Skorts by lalala-lucy showing how to wear a skort skirt

River Island cami tank top / Cameo Rose skort skirt / Jeffrey Campbell black platform booties, £145 / Marie Turnor leather clutch, £170 / Wet Seal cluster necklace, £7.47 / Topshop moisturizing lipstick, £9.56

With spring on the horizon we can finally think about pretty pastels, wearing shorts without tights and not having to take numerous layers out with us only to have to strip them all off when we get to our over heated indoor destination.

I always choose my outfits by first selecting a base colour and another to compliment it to form the base. As I can't pull off too much pastel I always opt to pair them with black garments and this flowing lilac cami sits beautifully with the structured skorts. 

This floral necklace keeps the outfit on trend for spring whilst the platform boots give the outfit an edge I always aim for. Overly feminine outfits just aren't me and I'm always pairing pretty dresses with leather jackets to tone it down. I'm in love with lunch style bags, at the minute I only own one but I'll be hopefully adding to my collection soon. This ivory one is perfect to go with most outfits.

I'd keep my make up natural, just adding a set of lashes and eye liner for definition. I'd tie the look together with a pink lipstick that lies somewhere between a natural and pastel tone. This one from Topshop seems perfect but I've never tried their lipsticks so may have to investigate :)

Have you got any outfit posts featuring skorts? I'd love to see them. How excited are you for spring? I cannot wait!

Lucy ox

Quirky Tights for Winter Nights

Now when winter rolls around my 'go to' outfit is usually a layer of pretty skirts or dresses, chunky knitted jumpers, long scarves and a cute pair of boots. Naturally bare legs are a no no at this time of year. Not only are the chilly temperatures and issue but baring my legs would mean tanning and in January ain't nobody got time for that!

Since discovering them last year I've worn and indeed worn out many pairs of Primark's infamous super cosy tights but my love affair with them is sadly coming to an end. I can't know them on the warmth front but I can't help thinking that extra fleece lining adds a little chunk onto my thighs which after Christmas food indulgences need no help in achieving chunky status!

So alas I'm on the quest for some unique tights to dress up my pins for a night out. This is the best of the bunch I found online.

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How awesome are the cat tights?! They'd definitely make me happy on a cold January morning and no doubt put a smile on the faces of passers by. The panda and pug knee tights are from ASOS and I love them although they seem so sheer I'm sure I'd put a hole through them right away.

I'm definitely warming to the idea of tattoo tights. I think the butterfly ones are the same as the ones the American girl wore on her entrance into CBB (can't remember her name but if you watch it you'll know who I mean!!). The Mickey and Minnie ones are too cute! I'd love a big, bold tattoo but I'm so fickle I change my mind every week so these tights would be so good for me but I'm not sure how realistic they are?!

I'd wear the brink effect tights and the zip ones on a night out with a plain red dress and pair of boots. I think they give that slightly grunge look that I love.

My favourite though are probably the Paris landmark silhouette tights. I'd definitely wear these but as they would draw attention to my aforementioned chunky thighs I'm going to put off buying them until I've toned up a little. Maybe they'll be my motivation :)

Are you ready to ditch your super cosy tights for something a little easier on the eye? Which of these are your favourite?

ox Lucy

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Happy December!

'Tis the season to be jolly fa la la la la..

So I'm a little bit excited that it's December. This month will see my final assignment submission of 2013, some festive trips with friends, manic alcohol and food consumption, buying gifts for my favourite people, and of course going home to my friends and family. I haven't seen my Mum since September so as you can imagine I can't wait to give her a big old Christmas cuddle! 

To celebrate the start of this festive season, I thought I'd browse the web to bring you the most bestest, most cheesiest, most festive jumpers I could find. I currently own three festive jumpers and two festive t-shirts.. yup! I'm quite the expert. Here's what I found..

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Unlike last year where Primark reigned supreme, almost every shop on the highstreet and interweb has offered up their serving to the festive plate of Christmas jumpers.

I'm particularly impressed with Topshop's present jumper. It's a more sophisticated style, one that my Mum would love and who doesn't love sequins at this time of year?! The same can be said for River Island's bauble jumper, although at £50 I think it's one to buy in the pre-Christmas sales.

The iconic coca-cola truck is a safe bet as far as festive wear goes. Good news is that Primark have many similar as well as a T-shirt version which I was gifted a few weeks ago by my lovely Mamma. 

New Look's pastel Christmas tree jumper has a secret.. it lights up! Yep! You thought you'd seen it all then BAM! Amazing! Along with Miss Selfridge's 'I want it all' jumper, I'd say these are the most subtle and sweet options out there. Definitely one for the girly girls. 

Which are your favourite? Have you bought one this year yet? I'm loving the Mickey bauble jumper which is actually from Topman. Love it!

Happy December :)

Love, Lucy ox 

A/W 13 Wishlist: Tartan

It's pretty difficult not to find yourself bombarded with tartan in most high street shops right now and I've managed to resist temptation until I saw Lucy Watson on last night's Made In Chelsea sporting a gorgeous tartan dress. It got me searching online this evening and here's what i found.

Tartan Dreams by lalala-lucy 

I really love bold Tartan pieces like the leggings, top and coat. They definitely make a statement and scream 'I'm so on trend'. Saying that, if I was to buy only one item from this wish list it would be the pinafore style dress. The subtle colour make it more wearable and it could easily be dressed down for a spot of lunch and shopping or dressed up for an evening at the local bar.

I will most likely be investing in some accent pieces to accessorise outfits. At this time of year a pop of colour in an all black outfit really boosts my mood and so I'll be tracking down a tartan scarf in the coming weeks. I love scarves, you'll come to learn this :) Finally, how cute is the flag style necklace! I can just imagine wearing it with a plain skater dress, cosy tights and ankle boots.

Have you indulged in any tartan purchases this season? If so, I'd love to know what.

Love, Lucy

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