Dublin Beauty and Fashion Mini Haul

My lovely friend surprised me with a trip to Dublin for my 24th Birthday, and knowing that Dublin have a few stores / brands that aren't available in England - I was super excited for all the shopping (of course). 

Clothing and Accessories Wish List | September 2015

Clothing & Accessories Wish List | September 2015 (click for more details)

Zara Houndstooth Dress | ASOS Brazilian Pant | Calvin Klein Bralette & Thong | ASOS French Bulldog Sweater | Topshop Ghillie Court Shoes | Zara Leather Sandals

As much as I'm trying not to spend my money on clothing I don't need, new stock just keeps coming out and I can't resist spending hours online browsing. I haven't shopped in ASOS in a long time and there's some really great stuff in at the moment - I'm waiting for a cheeky student discount offer to come through before I put in an order... And of course, Zara and Topshop always has something I lust after.

London: Beauty, Fashion & Home Wish List | August 2015

London Wish List: Beauty, Fashion & Home (click for more details)
Olivia Burton Watch | Muji Acrylic Drawers | H&M Marble Tray | Zara Metallic Loafers | Muji Gel Pens | Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation and Primer | Illamasqua Matte Veil | Hourglass Sculpt & Glow and Brush | Gucci Disco Bag | Zara Leather Messenger Bag | Celine Belt Bag
So instead of doing my usual beauty and fashion wish list, I decided to combine everything into one post because I've been saving my money for my trip to London next week. I was initially going to buy a lot of beauty products that I can't get here in Newcastle, but there's actually quite a lot I fancy that I can't get a hold of here. The beauty products I've featured in my last wish lists but I want to test them in person before I get them. The bags (Celine and Gucci) I probably won't purchase but I want to see them in person to see if they are potential future purchases. Whenever I go to London, I love to go to Muji and I wish there was more of them in this country. The products are quite good quality and I already have some of these acrylic mug drawers but because my makeup collection is getting more crowded, I need more organisation. And of course, I don't go to London without indulging in the food - lots of Shake Shack burgers and Laduree macarons!

City Style in London | Fashion Inspiration

City Style In London (click for full details)

Topshop Black Rucksack | Longchamp Navy Blue Large Travel Bag | Zara Grey Ribbed Jumpsuit | Adidas Superstars | Zara Leather Jacket | Zara Striped Dress | Penmayne of London Fedora Hat | Casio Watch

Next week I will be heading to London for a mini shopping break *happy dance*. For almost a decade now, my family and I have been holidaying in London at least once a year to shop, eat and have fun. It's become sort of a tradition, and a nice treat for all of us because we love being there and the shopping is as good as it gets. I travel to London quite often for my work, and I get the odd few hours to shop but this time I will be going for 2 days so that's plenty of shopping and eating. In the past, I've always worn either flat shoes or boots when out and about in London but this time, I'm wearing my super-comfy adidas superstars - minimum pain, maximum gain (in shopping). The jumpsuit and dress are recent purchases from Zara - they're the perfect clothes to wear for maximum all-day comfort and get in and out of (if I decide to try clothes on). I'm still on the hunt for the perfect black leather jacket but haven't had such luck...hoping to find one in London (pictured is also from Zara). I feel that a backpack is seriously necessary when doing serious shopping because a handbag just gives you one less ability to hold more shopping bags. 

I have a wish list (to purchase...) ready for both fashion and beauty products when I head down there, so expect some mini hauls in my upcoming posts!

Clothing & Accessories Wish List | July 2015

Clothing and Accessories Wish List | July 2015 (click to view)

Topshop Petite Leather Biker Jacket | Topshop Archive Polka Dot Blouse | Topshop Soft Belted Trench Coat | Zara Double Stripe Scarf | Missguided Striped Bardot Playsuit | Topshop Wide Lef Khaki Trousers | Topshop Suede Fold-Over Clutch

My wish lists are getting smaller but more expensive...the struggle. I am in desperate need for a leather jacket, I used to have a faux version from Topshop but it wore badly, which is why I am prepared to invest in a real leather jacket. The petite version in Topshop is perfect and exactly my taste. The grey trench coat is probably my 2nd favourite item but the regular size is too long, and they have just introduced a tall version so I''m paying to the fashion God's that they will bring out a petite version too!

Drinks & Food with Friends | #OOTD

I very rarely get the chance to dress up and wear my nice clothes out, so I thought I would start blogging my outfits too (since I normally just Instagram these photos). Last Sunday night, I went out to celebrate an 80th birthday. Well, it was 2 girls I used to work with, 1 turned 35 and the other turned 45 so it was a joint 80th birthday. Get it? We went to a new-ish bar and restaurant in Newcastle, The Botanist (amazing, by the way....it's ben open for a good few months now and you still struggle to get a reservation), and sampled the cocktail menu and enjoyed some really good food.

The attire was very 'smasual' (smart/casual) but I love to wear heels whenever I get the chance. Since I am only a petite 5ft 2, I can certainly get away with wearing heels most of the time without looking too dressy. The heels I wore were from public desire (which I blogged about them here and you can buy them here), and this was the first time I'd worn them out and they are comfy heels. Yes, I do get lace indentations when after U have taken them off but that comes with the style of the shoe. I struggle to find jeans that fit because I have short legs and a large butt. River Island has become my favourite store for petite jeans because they sell 'extra-short' online and these white ripped will be my summer go-to jeans for everything dressy and casual. So any short-legged beauty's out there, make sure you try River Island online for shorter jeans because they don't do them in store.

During a short time in my life last year I was obsessed with holographic...I still am to be honest but I just feel that holographic accessories (and the look itself) just adds a  cool edge to any outfit. This bag is originally from Zara but I hunted for it for months on eBay/Depop and finally got it on Depop a couple of months ago. It's got plenty of space to put all necessary things you'd need for a night out and a strap that can be tucked away so you can hold it as a clutch bag. 

And of course, my usual everyday silver accessories, pandora ring, tiffany ring and bracelets, and my longines watch (which I blogged about here).

Clothing & Accessories Wish List | May 2015

Clothing & Accessories Wish List | May 2015

Zara Croc and Chain City Bag | Zara Medium Wash Ripped Boyfriend Jeans| Topshop Drape Front Blouse | Topshop Zip Through Pinafore Dress | H&M 'Oops' Jersey Top | Mango Cropped Lace Top | Mango Unisex Disney Sweatshirt | Mango Bucket Bag | Boohoo Slinky Ruched Side Midi Skirt | Casio Digital Chronographic Watch | Office Shoes Vibrant Multi Strap Flats

A few cute finds I'm lusting over. Some of these I've wanted for a long time (Office shoes, Casio watch and Zara city bag), but some of these are just little gems that I've spied while online browsing. What's on your fashion wish list this month? Let me know...

Geneva Style | Fashion Inspiration

Geneva Style | Fashion Inspiration (click to view)

Mango Pleated Palazzo Trousers | Miss Selfridge Ruffle Barfot Top | Zara Leather Roman Sandal | H&M Fringe Shoulder Bag | Casio Digital Chronograph Watch | Topshop Fedora Hat | Celine Retro Sunglasses | Nails Inc Alexa Cashmere | Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Perfume | Pandora Silver Rings | Accessorize Layered Necklaces 

I'll be travelling to Geneva, Switzerland exactly one month today, with my best friend as my first holiday this year. I can't wait. I'm not sure what the weather will be like at this time of year but I imagine it to be similar to English weather, but slightly warmer. So this is an outfit I'd like to think would be perfect for the European weather. Have you been to Geneva before? Let me know if there's anywhere I need to check out while i'm there!

Clothing & Accessories Wish List | April 2015

Clothing and Accessories Wish List | April 2015 (clickable link)
Topshop Splitback Duster Coat | Topshop Zip Back Tee | H&M Leather-look Ankle Jeans | Misguided Draped Asymmetric Midi Skirt | H&M Snakeskin Trainers | Zara Cotton Parka | Zara Strappy Slingback Sandals | Celine Smooth Black Leather Phantom Bag

Some of the fashion finds I've been lusting over for a while now. 
I will probably make a purchase on some of these. Let me know what you have got your eye on this month!