I've been focusing on make-up a lot recently, but today and yesterday's sunny weather in Bristol got me thinking about my fashion plans for the summer. Like most people, I can't afford to go on a spending spree every season, but none the less I do make a wish-list (or 5!) and then head to the nearest Primark looking for the great catwalk knock-offs!
1. This summer I've finally embraced the fringing trend. It's been around for a few seasons, on and off, but this spring/summer it's had an injection of colour, and the bright reds, blues and purples have finally endeared fringing to me. New Look (www.newlook.co.uk) have some great pieces, from sandals, to mega-high heels and fringed bags.
2. Ditsy prints, from flowers to hearts, are another trend that I love. Despite being addicted to fashion, I find that the clothes I wear day-to-day can be kind of dark and masculine, so I'm trying to show my feminine side a bit more this summer. Primark usually have lots to choose from in terms of prints but you'll have to get your shopping shoes on because unfortunately Primark don't yet have an online shop...
3. Customise! If you haven't ever customised an item before don't just grab the scissors and start hacking away at your favourite dress, because believe me, it will turn out more Jodie Marsh than Vivienne Westwood. Start simply by customising a few simple vest tops. Topshop do the best ones in a range of colours, and they're cheap too. Sew on some flowers, bows, hearts - whatever you fancy! If your sewing skills leave much to be desired, just safety-pin them on instead. That way you can change the look later!
4. As much as I hate to say it, it's too hot for wet-look leggings in the summer so I'll be ditching mine for some black skinny jeans, ripped at the knees - grunge style. Go all out grunge with long straight hair, and plaited strands, or mix it up with a pretty t-shirt or girly blouse!
5. Last but not least on my summer wish list is a great, bright clutch, like this one from Dorothy Perkins. (Copy and paste the link into a new window).
http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=20552&storeId=12552&categoryId=51590&parent_category_rn=51593&productId=1079154&langId=-1
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Ditsy prints are awesome :) I should buy some more! I very much enjoyed reading this.
ReplyDeleteOlwen x