#2014BloggerChallenge Topic Eight Spring OOTD

Yes, I'm sorry again and I promise that next time it will be up on time if it kills me!! 
But I finally managed to get a couple well lit, albeit poorly taken, outfit photos, that I thought I would share with you for my OOTD for Spring!

It's not the most adventurous I'll admit, but I didn't realise until I attempted to create a spring-y outfit that most of my wardrobe is darks and neutrals, which isn't the best for this kind of challenge. However, it has helped me to realise that I need to add a few more colourful pieces to my selection (hint hint there's a wishlist on it's way).

Firstly sorry about the flecks and reflections in the outfit pictures, the only room with decent natural light in my house is my sister's room (shhh), and I had no one around to take the pictures for me, so I had to use her full length mirror and awkward hand holding of my camera.

Anyway onto the actual outfit! I chose to wear shorts, these I bought last summer from River Island, as the weather has been too nice to not make the most of it here in Cornwall, however it was still a bit to chilly not to wear tights sadly.
I wanted to wear this Topshop top as it hasn't really been nice enough to wear it since summer (obviously) and it's one of the most colourful things in my wardrobe. I like that the back is just the lace material, as it adds a quirky edge to the prettiness of the pattern; I also really like the scalloped bottom as it gives it more of an interesting and girly feel to what would just be another normal top.
As it's only spring and it still gets a bit chilly, it's never the best idea to leave the house without another layer, no matter how deceiving that sun shining through your window may be. So I layered up with this Boohoo Suede-look Aviator Jacket, I think this is the perfect jacket to finish of the look as it's slightly cropped yet is very fitted, it adds a cosier yet edgier finish to the look. 
To finish off I chucked on my black high top Converse and my new nail varnish from Barry M in Mediterranean from the Aquarium Collection.

Better late than never right?! I knew this one would be a challenge for me as I am unbelievably awful at OOTD's but I gave it a go so there you are.
Hope you like the look and enjoyed this post, I'll see you tomorrow for a different type of post that I haven't done before...ohhhh mysterious, check back tomorrow to find out what it is.

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Style Icons

I have been lacking a bit of motivation lately and I think it's mostly down to having left school. Now that I don't have to get up early or be anywhere specific I have kind of gone slack and let myself go as you could say. Ultimately I haven't done as much as I could have and haven't made the most of the time I've had so far. However I've decided enough is enough and that I am going to try and organise myself a bit more and make myself do something worth while with my time. So that is what this picture is about! Just a little reminder that if you can you should do at least one thing a day.

 Anyway onto the real subject of this post, sorry about rambling! Ok so I have been exploring my personal style lately and thinking about my staple pieces of clothing and what I like to wear; so I thought I would show you some of my style icons.

Ashley Benson
I am obsessed, to say the least, with PLL (pretty little liars) and I will be mentioning two of the actresses from the cast however to begin is Ashley Benson.

 I really love how effortless her outfits look, yet they are still flattering and interesting. She tends to stick with simple outfits with neutral or monochrome colours with a pop of colour in a certain part of her outfit. I think this really works for her, I love how she accessorises and she always has great handbags as well. 

Lucy Hale
The second PLL I also love as a singer and actress and she is also short, like me!

 I think her style is very individual and really suites her shape and height. She is someone that I love every outfit she wears and knows how to dress for each occasion. Her taste is so likeable and never looks over done.

Vanessa Hudgens

 I love how varied her style is, it really shows of every aspect of her personality and she never seems to 'follow' trends; I really like how Vanessa wears what she likes and looks great in everything. She can switch it up easily and effortlessly, from baggy cardigans and flowy skirts to monochrome skater dresses and classic denim shorts. She always seems to get it right and I love her boho chic.

Miley Cyrus
I know Miley has changed her style a bit lately and I do still like some of the stuff she wears however I prefer her older style choices.

 Her simplistic look always seems to be topped off with large statement necklaces and I love this, they make every look seem more unique and finished. She did tend to wear a lot of distressed shorts and jeans which I love and think the messier look is perfect for this summer coming up and I loved her long brown hair; it always look beachy and I was always jealous of it. She wore bold, statement tee's with loose cardigans or and scarfs, which just look so casual and easy. I especially loved her clothes in the film 'LOL' (which is great by the way and if you haven't seen it you should!). 

Lauren Conrad
I know Lauren's style is very well liked and a lot of people love her outfits so I guess I'm a little sheep in that sense, baa. 

Firstly I'm so jealous of her classic Chanel quilted lambskin hand bag! One day, I promise. Anyway she pieces together every outfit so well down to the shoes and handbag, she has impeccable style and is enviable to say the least. I love everything she wears and kind of just wish I could be her to be honest.

Sorry this is such a long post be hey! you can just admire these brilliant women's fashion and be jealous for a little while.

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