Chic and Seek Competition Win

You might have seen on Twitter that I was the very lucky winner of a competition held by Chic and Seek. If you haven’t heard, Chic and Seek is on online store selling high end, pre owned accessories from the likes of Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Celine, Dior and more. It’s one of my favourite websites to visit just to look at the beautiful and unusual items are always being added. I’ve long lusted after the rare Hermes Birkin and classic Chanel bags that are brought into her beautiful mews house in Notting Hill by well heeled London ladies.

I knew that I’d won a voucher to spend on the site but I didn’t realise I was also in for a few more treats! Inside the very small but perfectly formed box that arrived on my doorstep was a lovely mini bottle of pink champagne in a cute neoprene wetsuit type sleeve, a pink Chic and Seek hardback cover notebook, a mini bag of pink sweets, love hearts, an invitation to visit the house itself (Tara I’m so there the next time I’m down in London!) and of course my voucher, all tied up in pink ribbon and tissue and presented in a lovely little bag and box.

Thank you so much to everyone at Chic and Seek, it was so thoughtfully put together and I can’t wait to pick a perfect piece of pre owned fashion. Let me know when the Chanel handbags come in!

If you haven't done so already, head over to the Chic & Seek website and take a look at their stylish designer wares for yourself!

Have you ever bought anything from Chic and Seek?

Birmingham International Fashion Week

So I know I’ve been quiet on the blog front (sorry!) but I have plenty to report on! A few weeks back I was lucky enough to be invited to Birmingham International Fashion Week at Millennium Point. I went along with two of my favourite Birmingham bloggers Rach from Pretty Petticoats and Becca from Fashion Train, who is basically a celebrity.

It was so great to see an event like this in Birmingham and it would be great to see it here again next year! As well as the actual fashion shows, there were some great local independent retailers there too including KrisXChi who had a beautiful vintage themed stand (I’m such a sucker for a vintage teacup, typewriter, saucer…).

I didn’t take many pictures but here’s a taster (I love the shoe below!)

Harvey Nichols Birmingham Spring / Summer 2013 Fashion Show

A few weeks ago I went along to the Harvey Nichols fashion show at The Mailbox Birmingham to see what first hand what we’ll all be wearing once the weather warms up. It was a freezing evening (it snowed later on) but we bravely tottered along in out highest heels and most stylish of dresses.

The fashion show itself was held in the Old Post Office. For those of you that don’t know, The Mailbox used to be a Royal Mail sorting office. The room we were in used to be the main sorting office (I think!) but was put to good use.

I didn’t take many pictures of the models themselves so I’ve borrowed the first two from the lovely Rachel from Pretty Petticoats.

The show was really professional and featured Jade Thompson from Britain's Next Top Model and 6 trends, Palette Cleanser (White), Colour Pop, Foil, Mixed Print, Monochrome and Fantasy Frock and brands such as Philip Armstrong, Phillip Lim, Alice + Olivia, Finders Keepers, McQueen and more.

After the actual show we all headed over to Harvey Nichols for canapés courtesy of Hotel La Tour, champagne and an Easter Egg hunt. We also got 15% off our purchases but I thankfully managed to resist! Afterwards we headed over to Marco Pierre Whites for more bubbles.

I somehow missed Rachel but I did bump into Fashion Mommy, EmilyJayne, Amy PYT, Wardrobe Mag and The Style Floozie. Lovely to see you all girls!

Amazon deal - 120 eyeshadows for £4.99

120 colours eyeshadow palette - £4.99 from Amazon

I don't usually post deals like this up but I just had to share this one with you.

Here it is, 120 different eyeshadow colours in a palette for just £4.99! How good is that? It's perfect for experimenting with and trying out what colours suit you and/or your friends.

It's a mix of matte, shimmer, neutral and pastels and it's had some really good reviews too on Amazon.

Go go go!!

Primark Haul – Pastel Skinnies, Aztec T Shirt, Military Dress

I’m forever spending a small fortune in Primark, I just can’t resist it when they consistently bring out such on trend pieces at great prices.

This is a real mixed bunch of items but here goes starting with this black body con illusion floral dress. Super stretchy, it actually works well to hold you in and give a clean line (when worn with Spanx!) I love the colours and tropical print on this and it’s perfect for wearing on summer nights. Next to it is this super short pair of super cute shorts.  The ditsy floral print makes it so much more interesting than black but just as wearable, and they too will look gorgeous in summer with sandals and a plain top.

Next these almost matching 1960’s short tunic dresses. Check out those collars. Love.

This pair of sleeveless tops will be great in summer (dreaming) with leggings and jeans, but until then they’ll have to work with a black biker. The Aztec one is my favourite but you can’t beat a Rolling Stones rock top.

The pale pink skinnies might just have been a bad idea, but we’ll see how it goes!

Lastly, here’s a whole load of accessories for your visual delight! I swear I spend more on accessories than clothes. Scarves are quite often a big part of my outfit, and these Alexander McQueen esque skull print scarves will liven up any outfit. I live in pumps and this oxblood colour will add some colour to my wardrobe.  The bracelets (Pandora style bracelet for £3) and hair bobbles and pins are self explanatory!

Where do you guys tend to shop when it’s time for a new wardrobe?!

Oasis Outfit – 1950’s Secretary Style

Sequin jumper // Stretch pencil skirt / Oasis

Here’s an outfit idea for anyone who needs to stick to an office dress code but wants to look chic and stylish too.

A slim fit knit and fitted pencil skirt are great for keeping warm in an office whilst sticking to office friendly black. The sequin detail might be a bit much if you work in a law firm for example but you could always go for something plain. I picked up both of these in Oasis and you could wear each piece separately (the knit is great for weekends too!). Just throw on a patent belt (one with a bow in the centre would be super cute) and some pointy kitten heels and you’re good to go!

What’s your office dress code like?