City chic

                                  


                                                         Faux Fur biker jacket - Zara 
                                                         Bell sleeve jumper - Zara
                                                         Culottes - Topshop 
                                                         Authentic leather boots - Zara 
                                                         Lace choker - H&M 


                               

                                

And i'm back!

So admittedly it's been a poor effort from me on the blogging front since summer! However one of my new year resolutions is to focus on my career goals and what I enjoy doing, and blogging is one of them, even if it is just something I like to do in my spare time for now.

I can't believe Christmas and new year has come and gone, but what a fab one it has been!

With January blues hitting us all hard, I decided to take advantage of the January sales of course with this gorg knitwear number from Zara. And of course my amazing biker jacket which has hardly been off my back since I got it for Christmas! It's still full price too thankfully! For anyone who is after a coat that keeps you truly warm but also makes you feel fabulous then it's got you covered. As well as the January sales I've also been enjoying some January deals, don't we all enjoy a 50% off menu, that we do! So this weekend I had the best time with my best friend indulging in food and drink and being city tourists, appreciating Manchester's art galleries and China town. Not to mention the fabulous bottomless brunch at Manchester's Neighborhood restaurant in Spinningfields. I've included some snaps below of my fun filled weekend in the city, enjoy!



 


                  
     
                
                                 

                                                                    Steph is wearing:
                                                                    Pleated dress: Zara
                                                                    Patent boots: Boohoo
                              Strappy lace bra: Asos (great for under v neck tops and dresses or mesh)

                       

Sunday Style

Khaki shacket: Topshop 

White tee: Zara

Strappy cami: New Look

Cullotes: Topshop

Gazelles by Adidas

Tote bag: Primark 

So yesterday I had a lovely relaxing Sunday, breakfast and blogging in bed - catching up on some of my fave bloggers and a bit of Pinterest for weekly style inspo. Then I finally got round to visiting the Vogue 100 years of style exhibition at The Manchester Art Gallery, which I throughly enjoyed and will definitely be going again, and to purchase some merchandise from the gift shop. It was a fabulous exhibition, showcasing fashion of the era's and some very iconic designers, models and famous photos.

I've included some sneaky pics below. After the gallery, me and my friend went and bought a baguette followed by a coffee and pain au chocolat - feeling very Parisian indeed. 

Kate Moss 

Alexander McQueen - will always be one of my favourite designers/fashion artists 

Winona Ryder 

Fashion in the 80's - 'speed of life'

Kate Moss during the beginning of her career in the 90's 

Maudie James looking absolutely fabulous in a long sequin dress and matching pink scarf and trousers so chic. I particularly like this image, as it shows the young man painting the image behind them and Maudie seems to be delighted by his sense of style, looking cool and hipster, how he would easily fit in today - proving fashion does come back around. And the chap who is admiring Maudie sat on the floor. I would love this among many of the others featured in my new flat!

Alex Turner - Lead singer of the Arctic Monkey's 

Fashion on film 

A/W16 has landed

Leopard print Jacket: Zara

Ruffled top: Primark

Wax coated jeans: Topshop

Pointed boots: Zara 

Suede bag: Zara

Silver chain choker: Next

Western belt: Asos 

Sooo new season Zara has landed and they never fail to disappoint. With their new A/W lines looking classy, cool and bang on trend. They have really nailed leapord print for next season, as we know leapord print always makes a come back in the autumn/winter seasons, although it can be tricky to get it spot on. I personally can be quiet fussy about it, but Zara never let me down. 

The jacket and boots are two fabulous post graduation treats that my wonderful nan treated me too. We do love a little wonder into chester for some shopping and a bite to eat when I'm home. I teamed them with a summer appropriate top - only £10 from primark! And ruffles are still carrying through summer. A fave over the shoulder suede bag and new silver choker, which I like as its quite dressy. 

Even though it's still (supposed to be) summer, I couldn't resist and had to take my jacket and boots out for a whirl. However I paid the price at the end of the night with my first outing, the boots are paaaiiinful, but they are authentic Italian leather and are soft so I'm hoping they stretch on the next wear! You know what they say, no pain no gain.

 

I need to attempt to get into a routine of posting every Sunday, but it's hard now I've started my new job... First graduate job as a fashion import merchandiser and it's going well! I'll post some of the ranges I've been working on later in the year.

Happy Sunday! Xo

All black everythaaang

Suede crochet top: Topshop 

Ripped Jamie jeans: Topshop

Lace up sandals: Mango 

Chloé Drew bag: By Chloé

Sunglasses: Miu Miu 

As you may know, Manchester's summer is a bit different from the rest of the country at times, it's all or nothing with sun or rain. Luckily I managed to get some blog pictures whilst the it was sunny and clear blue skies. 

This post is about how to wear all black in summer. If you're unsure what to wear or are a lover of all things black, then these Topshop and Mango pieces are definitely worth adding to your wardrobe. I've got so many compliments on the sandals they're now one of my go to shoes. Oh and they've gone into sale for £13! I'm tempted to go and purchase them in nude. I mean it would be rude not too! Just hoping that the summer sun returns so I can wear them more.

My fave items in this post are my Chloé Drew bag - a dream come true! And not to mention the sassy Miu Miu sunnies.

Happy hump day, the weekends on its way!

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Summer layering

Ribbed jersey basic tee: Primark 

Stripped spaghetti strap dress: Primark 

Lace up sandals: Mango

Jewellery: braclets - Chlo Bo & Daisy London, rings - Afflex's palace & Pandora 

In your dreams...

Slogan tee: Primark 

Velvet chocker: Etsy

So one of the trends for spring/summer is the 'slogan t-shirt', whether it's a catchy one liner, or a one word statement, fashion brands have got you covered.

Some of my recent favourites are available in Urban Outfitters, Topshop, Missguided, Asos and Boohoo. The one I'm wearing in this post is actually Primark! I've been meaning to post this for a while and since I have worn it with light blue and white neckerchief which was a birthday present from my thoughtful flat mate. 

I have my eye on a couple from urban outfitters (higher price point but fab range to choose from) one of my faves I have posted below, there is another style from Topshop i'm that says 'get it girl' all the daily inspirational quoting you need! 

Neck tie: Zara & Slogan tee: Primark

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Sunshine yellow

Leather biker jacket: Zara

White t-shirt: Primark

Culottes: Topshop

Lace up sandals: Mango

So the sun has been shining (well a fair amount for Manchester anyway). And this beauty of a jacket just shouts summer and sunshine! So I thought I would make the purchase after dreaming about it for a while! There is also a pink and blue leather jacket and I would get all three if I had the money. They're a really nice fit and look fab on and jazz up any outfit and are reasonably priced too! Today was this sassy leathers first outing and due to the warmth I teamed it with my favourite floaty culottes and my new amazing Chloé-esque lace up sandals (only a few left in the Manchester store so go go go!)

I went to a fab rooftop party in Manchester over this bank holiday weekend and this outfit would have been perf! Let's hope this weather stays so I can wear the sandals more often and throw on the leather when the sun goes down!