It may have taken me the best part of a week to actually do some writing (me? Procrastinate? Never.), but here we are.
I thought I may as well start as I mean to go on: using my student loan to buy things I most definitely shouldn't. The item in question? An embroidered skirt from the TRF section of my spiritual homeland, Zara.
I've been lusting after a short, slightly dressy skirt for a while now, despite the fact that winter is fast approaching and looking to be pretty chilly this year. Thankfully, I managed to put all common sense aside when I saw this little number last week and tried it on. Sparks flew.
At £39.99, it wasn't the cheapest option, but I really do think it was worth it. The sequins and such mean that it can be dressed up for a night out on the tiles really easily, but I would personally feel equally comfortable wearing it to more low-key events. I have quite an unusual body shape in that whilst I am petite, I'm also very curvy so I often find it all that easy to find skirts that suit me. This one, however, manages to accentuate my hips in a flattering way without putting my body out of balance. I'm sold.
For the daytime, it's going to be all about layers. I recently purchased a navy blue knit from Joules. I popped in not expecting to see anything, but much to my surprise I actually came across my all time favourite jumper (which can be found here). I plan on pairing these two items together with a vest and t-shirt underneath, my Zara City Office Bag, with opaque black tights and my Topshop ankle boots - you can never wear too many layers, right?
In the evening, I think I'll be styling it up with an old sheer shirt from Topshop or a semi-sheer black tee, also from Zara, for a more relaxed feel. Thick black tights are obviously on the menu, as are a pair of black ankle boots with gold accents from Miss Selfridge and a black clutch.
Sadly, this particular beauty isn't available anymore, but never fear! I've found some equally glitzy and gorgeous alternatives that should do the trick and get you through Christmas Party season. These can be found here, here and here.
I thought I may as well start as I mean to go on: using my student loan to buy things I most definitely shouldn't. The item in question? An embroidered skirt from the TRF section of my spiritual homeland, Zara.
I've been lusting after a short, slightly dressy skirt for a while now, despite the fact that winter is fast approaching and looking to be pretty chilly this year. Thankfully, I managed to put all common sense aside when I saw this little number last week and tried it on. Sparks flew.
At £39.99, it wasn't the cheapest option, but I really do think it was worth it. The sequins and such mean that it can be dressed up for a night out on the tiles really easily, but I would personally feel equally comfortable wearing it to more low-key events. I have quite an unusual body shape in that whilst I am petite, I'm also very curvy so I often find it all that easy to find skirts that suit me. This one, however, manages to accentuate my hips in a flattering way without putting my body out of balance. I'm sold.
For the daytime, it's going to be all about layers. I recently purchased a navy blue knit from Joules. I popped in not expecting to see anything, but much to my surprise I actually came across my all time favourite jumper (which can be found here). I plan on pairing these two items together with a vest and t-shirt underneath, my Zara City Office Bag, with opaque black tights and my Topshop ankle boots - you can never wear too many layers, right?
In the evening, I think I'll be styling it up with an old sheer shirt from Topshop or a semi-sheer black tee, also from Zara, for a more relaxed feel. Thick black tights are obviously on the menu, as are a pair of black ankle boots with gold accents from Miss Selfridge and a black clutch.
Sadly, this particular beauty isn't available anymore, but never fear! I've found some equally glitzy and gorgeous alternatives that should do the trick and get you through Christmas Party season. These can be found here, here and here.
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