White Angel

I've mentioned recently that I love monochrome. Actually, over the past year I've talked about this alot!! At the minute I'm over black a little (well at least until winter rolls back around), so I've put together some pieces that are all white inspired. Some bits are what I'm planning on buying or just on the wish list; I think the price points explain themselves.

Rag Bone white shirt

Forever New white t shirt

Band of Outsiders mid length skirt

White jeans

Alexander McQueen sandals

Chanel flat shoes

Rebecca Minkoff leather handbag

Moschino leather handbag

Kate spade jewelry

Zero Gravity tech accessory

Rock N Rose flower crown headband

Quay Eyeware mirror sunglasses

Nail treatment

Essie nail polish

Baxter of California candles candleholder

Love C X 

Bomber Reboot

 

So we've had an influx of the 90's revival over the past year! From joggers, to scrunchies and back to high waisted denims. And thankfully, it seems that it's not going anywhere soon. I was very sceptical to believe that this trend would become as big as it has, thankfully I was wrong! The multitude of colours and prints that are available were definitely a bargaining factor for me when I was debating weather I should buy one of not, I obviously gave in and bought a floral option from Primark. I tend to try out something with a Primark version before I commit to the cost of a better quality option. 

Street style is a massive inspiration personally, and teaming bombers with basics is a look that I'm loving!! Bringing back the summer classic of maxi skirts and simple tanks, as well as going crazy with accessories is what I love.I recently took some street style images (as part of my job) and came across one girl called Rachel who literally just pinned this look perfectly. Just a simple black dress and silk vintage pattern bomber. Very similar to the image above actually.

  Black is obviously a colour that goes with everything, I mean try name one thing that it doesn't go with... Okay, navy! But still, I think sometimes black and navy work. So basically, it goes with everything, but the point I'm trying to make is that is that it particularly works with the vintage bomber. 

Below are current options available at Primark which I love, just incase you want to take a leaf out of my book and try the cheaper options before commiting to the higher priced options. Also, they are both just beautiful designed and at 15 pounds! #Bargain 

I have the floral option but getting the black one next :) 

Love C X 

It's all about midi

Another other season, another trend. Since moving to London  the one significant difference that I feel is the change of weather. The summers are a lot hotter here than in Ireland, thankfully! I love having the option to bare the legs, even if it means applying a light layer of some tan! For me, that's summer. I've also started doing this much more now, which also gives me the chance to embrace certain styles which are not nessecarily Irish weather appropriate, the midi skirt being a prime example. Believe me when I say I tried but it really doesn't work out. It's too cold, raining and wearing with tights is a serious no no. But it seems that this style is here to stay which means I finally get to embark a whole new look. 

Since beginning my new grown up job, I often have to attend meetings and this requires a more formal outfit. Introducing the midi skirt. Throughout my time I've build up quiet a collection of blacks t-shirts and tops, sonive been digging these out and giving them some much needed air time. It's also a great chance to add my pop of colour on my bottom half. I've been going for floral patterns but I love the block colour options, particularly bold options such as blue & purple. 

My initial feeling towards midi skirts was that I just couldn't wear them because I was too short but I just made myself get over that fear! Do you guys remember last summer I spoke about how I loved maxi skirts, like obsessed! Well this is my upgrade! 

I tend to look in Primark for a cheaper alternative to something that I'm thinking about buying. A few weeks ago I was in Primark in oxford street and spotted a gorgeous floral midi and picked it up. I wore it to work a few days later and everyone thought it was from Ted Baker!! Sometimes Primark  has some gems. 

I've since picked up a variation of styles, I started by investing in a lovely black one from H&M at a bargain of £20, and an olive green one in a silk material. So beautiful and perfect for what's left of the summer months. 

Are you loving midi's?? 

Love C X 

July Loves

It's all about reinforcing summer vibes for me this month. White is a colour I would never normally opt for when it comes to denim, but I'm trying to be brave! Topshop have some great options, the best being the ripped denim version in the image above. I have these denims in black and navy, they are a great fit and a complete bargain so I have no excuse but to try these out.

The white crochet top is from H&M which I actually tried on in the shop the other day and regret not buying it then so much. You know if you're still thinking about it a few days later you have to give in and buy it! And that is exactly what I'm going to do. It's also a great styling options with a pair of high waisted denims fr the festival season. Can't wait to wear mine to Electric Picnic at the end of September. The mix of the orange bag and lip definitely give the pop of color to the look.

Pool sliders are a massive trend right now,and I love them. Perfect for my ripped jeans! Primark have some lovely options if you're shopping on a budget. I recently bought the Iphone 5s in black (switching from the white for a change), so that is why it's featured, because I love it!

All items featured in this post can be found through the links below. 

Let me know which items you love. 

Love C X 

H M white top

Isabel Marant brown vest

Topshop white high waisted jeans

Black flat shoes

Yves Saint Laurent orange handbag

Fornash long charm necklace

Nicole Miller iphone case

Ray-Ban ray ban sunglasses

Orange lipstick

Mineral eye shadow

Topshop orange red lipstick

Nail treatment

Street Style #2: Denim

So for the second installment of this street style segment, I have decided to focus my attention to some denim love. Ripped denim has taken over my fashion vision, it's all I want. I have spotted some amazing black pairs in Zara but I am consistently on the lookout for a great pair. Have you bought any lately?? Where have you spotted the best jeans??

Here are my favourite street style snaps from this week.

Love C X 

Street Style #1

So when it comes to fashion inspiration I always find myself most innovated by street style. When I'm on social media it tends to be all I look up. So to put all my hours spent doing this to use I decided to feature some of my favorites with you guys. Every week I will share five of the best street style snaps that I have come across. Lately I've been loving laid back, casual styling and this is very much reflected in the images below. As part of my new job I will be sourcing amazing street styles throughout London and may feature some on this blog so keep an eye out. Hope you enjoy this weeks looks.   

Love C X 

Festival Fever

With Coachella done and dusted for another year, it really does cement the beginning of festival season 2014. When I first began my blog, almost a year ago, my favourite topic to write about (and still is) festival style/boho chic, the hippy genre. I loved the laid back, effortless approach and honestly, I would dress this way everyday if I could. But unfortunately I can't! So I talk about this as much as I can and that's how I get my fix! Over the next few weeks/months I feel festival topics will appear on every blog, fashion magazine/website that we come across, it's just that time of the year. The good thing is I don't know anyone who doesn't like to hear about it :) I will be focusing my attention to boho inspirations, styles I'm loving & looks that I have spotted. I will do this by carrying out the posts festival specific, this is just a small warm up to the season approaching us. 

What festivals are you heading to this summer?

Love C X 

#AprilLoves

#AprilLoves by cicijewels featuring slim fit jeans

Topshop v neck shirt

Oasis tailored jacket

River Island slim fit jeans

Pull&Bear short boots

Kate spade purse

Chanel earrings

Topshop green jewelry

Butter London nail polish

Love C X 

Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Side Walk to the Cat Walk

So this week I got the opportunity to go to the brand new Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition at the Barbican  in central London, From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk. The renowned designer in known for his quirky sense of fashion design, highlighting his devotion to French couture and admiration from celebrity cults. This exhibition showcases his lifeline work within the industry, it's more or less a time capsule of his career and it certainly does not disappoint. I did some research before attending the show and Gaultier expressed how he wanted the audience to feel connected to him while there, to feel his presence and understand his creations. This is expressed through the talking mannequins, which look really, really life like. I genuinely thought they were real people. This show not only allows you to look at the wonderful designs that the fashion mogul has out together but you really get an understanding for the story of Gaultier. 

                            

 
 
 
 
 

Love C X