Emerald.

For once, I'm going to do an outfit post. I don't have multiple pictures of this outfit like the majority of bloggers because this is a last minute lightbulb flash of an idea.

I went over to Liverpool last night with some friends and family. As it was student night and nobody else wore heels, I didn't want to wear heels. Then came the agony of what to wear to town without looking too casual with the lack of flats. Mum saved the day and found this skirt in my wardrobe that I had momentarily forgotton about.

I found the skirt in River Island's winter sales earlier this year in Kingston. It is a size 12 but fits nicely around the waist. It's a bit loose so I can move around in it. It is definitely going in my suitcase and off to Spain with me in a few weeks time! The bralet is also from River Island. I love the bows on the back which you obviously can't see here but they're really cute. Shoes are from New Look that I also bought months ago. The belt is off a different River Island skirt as I couldn't find this skirt's belt. Bangles are probably from Primark, and I think the ring is too!

I can't believe how long my hair is now! I'm unsure what to do about it. I definitely want to keep the length but I don't know whether I should have some layers cut into it, especially as I'll be living in Spain where my hair is going to stick to me all the time. I could just get it all cut off but I would never do that in a million years!

Today I spent the day watching Jenna Marbles videos, putting last nights pictures on Facebook, reading and sleeping. It was a relaxing day!

For the rest of the weekend, I'm taking my little cousin to Build-a-Bear for her belated birthday present. Then, I'm off to a BBQ tomorrow afternoon which will end up as a party tomorrow evening. Sunday I will spend the majority of the day relaxing, but I also want to do some writing for some websites. I really need to catch up on my writing! I haven't written much since I got back from Portugal three weeks ago.

Happy Summery Weekend!

faye xoxo



Chilling With Friends

The next few weekends before I go to Spain are fully booked up seeing my friends and family. I will have a lot of photos and memories for when I get on that plane to leave for ten months!

This weekend, we are having an early birthday party/gathering for my friend Charlie because some of us are at V Festival next weekend (ahh, excitement). So, I thought that I would do a bit of a what to wear kinda post for chilled outdoor events such as BBQ's or picnics or walks in the park etc.

In all honesty, I won't be buying a new outfit for this weekend so I'll have to rummage through my clothes for a summer BBQ outfit, but I can take inspiration from these High Street outfits.

Enjoy your weekend whatever you do!

I say that now but hopefully I will post again before the weekend.

faye xoxo



Hollywood Icon: Marilyn

Today is the 50th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's death. I have already published a HerUni article as I thought it would be good for the site to do so and I wanted to write it. You can read the full aritcle here.

As this is Senorita Glamourista, it seems fit to include a few extra glamorous shots of Miss Monroe to show how beautiful she really was.

Here's how to get her iconic look with a modern twist.

Dress: Topshop

Shoes: Missguided

faye xoxo

August!

This month has so much going on for me! First off, four weeks on Sunday, I fly to Spain to start my new life (for the year) therefore there will be a load of goodbyes. There's a load of birthdays coming up so my bank account will want to cry and cry (I'm a spoiler), and there is a whole load of other stuff going on which will probably be mentioned later in this post!

A bit of inspiration for August above as always with one of my early SG posts at the start of a new month.

I have tried to show how busy August is in the collage/inspiration board below. I think I've fitted quite a lot on but there is so much happening in four short weeks that I couldn't fit absolutely everything on! For one, there are so many birthdays which means so many celebrations. I leave for Spain in less than a months time (scary!) which means goodbyes and leaving parties/meals. I hope that this month lives up to my expectations because I am so excited for the coming events, and I hope to create as many memories as possible!

(L-R) V festival with friends, Watching the Olympics and cheering for #TeamGB, BBQ parties with friends, Girly times, Going to crazy parties, Having me time, Getting my new tattoo, Birthday parties & surprises, Party time, Shopping (for Spain & birthday presents), Spending a lot of time with family, Attempting to pack one 20k suitcase with my whole life for Spain, Going to Chester Zoo & Creating as many memories as possible.

I should have added writing and reading in there too; I suppose they come under 'me time'. It is amazing and so surreal that I am off to live in another country in less than one month. I hate goodbyes aswell but I'm excited and ready to start a complete new chapter of my life and grab every opportunity!

Happy August!

faye xoxo

Writing Stuff

Before I went on holiday to Portugal, I set myself a massive task of completing fourteen articles in the space of two days. These were for HerUni, Pillow Magazine, Freedom Spark & The 405.

I felt like a proper freelancer under pressure the days before my holiday, and I'm glad I did it so that I enjoyed my holiday that much more! I love writing as you all know, and that experience that I set myself made me realise that writing will be my career, and if it's not, I have no idea what I will do with my life!

A sneak peek of my HerUni writers page... more of which you can find here.

I wrote six or seven articles days before I went to Portugal for HerUni. I need to think of more ideas for more articles!

For Freedom Spark, the gig came around because I know the lovely editor Katie through working in the University café last year. I follow her on Twitter and saw that she wanted some new writers to review films for her site. I reviewed Snow White & The Huntsman as well as the beautifully made Moonrise Kingdom.

And, lastly (for now), The 405. I wrote this article a while back about the Olympics. I had this idea for an article for months, and told my editor the idea when I first started writing for The 405. You can read the full article here.

So, that is it for Writing Stuff for now. I have done quite a lot of writing this month (in a week or so) and should find time to do more in August. I have a lot going on in August which will come in a post tomorrow (hopefully!)

faye xoxo



Floral Designs

Another tattoo post full of floral designs and inspiration...

There are so many floral designs out there! I've never really realised how beautiful floral tattoos are until now!

Just a little post of tattoo inspiration!

faye xoxo



Sun. Sand. Sea.

The title pretty much explains itself. I went on holiday to Portugal nearly two weeks ago, and came back last Friday. It was eight days in 30 degree heat with my family. It was a lovely holiday, and the beaches in and around Tavira, Faro are beautiful! There is a kind of camping site on Ilha de Tavira which I'd love to go to with friends (and it's really cheap!).

I went to the beach twice during the eight days we were there, and opted for a relaxing day by the pool when my family went to the beach for the third time which was bliss! I even swam 100 lengths to kickstart a new health and fitness regime whilst on holiday!

Beach Outfit 1:

Hat: Can't remember.

Bikini: Matalan

Shorts: Republic

Beach Outfit 2:

Bikini: Matalan

Playsuit: Primark

That hat was a God-send on holiday. It kept my head cool, and it went with everything during the day! I got it a while ago so have no idea where I bought it. It was probably somewhere like Primark or Matalan or New Look. I needed some new bikinis for my jollies. Mum bought me two brand new ones from Matalan a while back. They're great because they're strapless but come with an attatchable strap. I have to wear strapless bikinis on holiday because I hate tan lines around my shoulders and back. I've got a tan line across my back now and I'm not loving it. I'll be in Spain soon so that will sort that tan line out! The Republic shorts are so comfy! They suit me because I've got quite chunky thighs so they don't strain across them, and are cut diagonally instead of straight across which is better! (Attention all pear shapes!) And finally my little beach playsuit. I bought this about two/three years ago I think. I've also got a black one with a floral design. They are mega comfy and easy to throw on over a bikini/costume. It's really light material so you can fit more in your suitcase!

Tavira Day Outfit:

Hat: Same as before

Top: Topshop

Shorts: Same as before

Sandals: New Look

I know that you can't see any shorts but I promise you that I am wearing some! I got quite a lot of use out of these shorts this week. The top I bought when I spent a LOT of money in Topshop in Putney a while back. Again, it's light and easy to wear. Usually, I hate wearing sandals because the bit inbetween the toes irritates me. These sandals on the other hand are so comfy! I wore them everyday, and have worn them most days since my holiday! They were definitely a good buy!

All of us went out for dinner three times during the week to see what the local restaurants were like. I only have two outfits to show as I spilt liquor over my camera and broke it two nights before leaving!

Evening Oufit 1:

Dress & belt: Rock Bottom

Sandals: As before.

Excuse my eyes being half closed! It always happens to me with camera flashes. This dress is the dress I bought in the last what I bought today post. I bought it from a small boutique in Chester. It is comfortable, is made from lovely material, and is my favourite style right now - the hi-lo skirt.

Evening Outfit 2:

(with my padre)

Slide: New Look

Dress: New Look

I love this dress because it makes me feel like a mermaid. I love the colours, the patterns, and most definitely, the way it falls completely to the floor. I have to hoist it up when I'm walking around (not good when there's hay on the floor!); it is still a lovely dress.

I decided to do a fishtail plait this night to go with my personal theme/style of under the sea/mermaid-esque, which was quick and simple to do. You can find my own video on a blog post very early on, near the beginning of this blog.

All in all, I have a fabulous holiday with my family, and actually had quite a lot of outfit shots taken without realising. Maybe this could be the start of outfit posting. Who knows?!

faye xoxo