Fashion: Zara S/S 12

As the Autumn/ Winter 12 collections hit the runways this month, the high-street's S/S collections begin to hit the rails. 
After having some time to kill last weekend while waiting for a friend, I headed to Zara on Oxford Circus.
I don't generally shop in Zara as there isn't one near me but that's probably a good thing as I could of spent a small fortune.

Whether your after a 20's style dress, a floral print shirt or pastel accessory, Zara and TRF S/S 12 collection encapsulates the most coveted looks from the runway at a fraction of the price.






I think it's probably best for my bank balance to not shop at Zara at the moment but come pay day I may have no control over my actions :)

S/S 12 Sherbet favourites

After the brief flirtation with snow we had today, it feels like were digressing back to winter rather than Spring/Summer. But a bit of snow doesn't stop the high-street from stocking Summer staples so following on from my Spring obsession with Pastel shades,  I've rounded up my sherbet favourites from the high-street. 

1. peach dress £65, Jones&Jones
2. Lilac denim shorts £14.99, New Look
3. Drape front longsleeve top £36, Topshop
4. Light yellow lace belted skater dress £35, River Island
5. BITTEN Suede Platform Heeled Sandals with T-Bar £75, ASOS
6. PISA Platform Chunky Suede Sling Back Shoes £75, ASOS
7. Pastel Metal Keeper Super Skinny Belt £6, ASOS
8. Lemon snake twist lock bag £25, Topshop

Wednesday Envy: Mint Magic

Following on from my obsession of springs pastel hues, my favourite outfit of the week is Jessica's dreamy mint ensemble. 

I used to wear a lot of  all black outfits (out of pure laziness and being rushed to get ready) but this is a great example of how to get away with wearing an outfit of one colour. The slight tonal differences give it enough variation and the black adds a nice bit of contrast. I would maybe feel a bit cold wearing this at the moment (considering most of last week was minus something) but i'm definitely bookmarking this look for summer!

1. Lattice back crop £24, Topshop

2. Warehouse padlock shopper £38, ASOS

3. Retro sunglasses £12, ASOS

4. Mint green skinny trousers £30, River Island

Fashion: All that Glitters

You may have adorned your tree with tinsel and baubles of glitter this christmas making it look perfectly festive. But glitter (in my opinion) should never just be left on the christmas tree. It's also a great way to shine this party season. 
Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel and Diane Von Furstenberg embraced shimmering style and even Vogue Veteran Anna Wintour stepped out in sequinned skirt suit so you know it's a winner this winter. 

Spring 2012 catwalks

I think my love of all things glittery stem from my youth of roll on body glitter (don't judge I was 14 at the time) which has blossomed into a full on magpie addiction with all things shiny. 
It's not just dresses this season that have been given a glitzy makeover. If you prefer your LBD then perk up a black ensemble with an embellished clutch or sequinned block heels. 
Even better news is that Spring sees sequin's staying power with Ellie Saab, Jenny Packham and Anna Sui's runaways bedazzling in 2012. 
Okay maybe not a spring staple for every day wear but certainly invest in a be-sparkled evening piece now (especially as they'll probably all be in sale as of boxing day) and rock it from now until Summer.  

Get the look:

1.  Sequin Silvery Shift Dress £47.89, ROMWE.com

I love this dress! If I had any money right now this is what I would by in a heart beat (theres only 5 left, so get a wiggle on if you want to nab one and make me insanely jealous!)

2. Vero Moda Navajo Sequin Mini Skirt £26, ASOS

Now in the sale (yey!) but not in my size (boo!) 

3. Twinkle Glitter bag £26, French Connection 

4. Kandee after8 platforms £198, New Look

A little bit more the I would normally pay for shoes (well quite a lot more) but it's a classic shape, with a platform base meaning they'll be super comfortable and the stunning emerald shade will add the X factor to any classic outfit.

5.Butter London Henley Regatta Glitter Nail Polish £12, Butter London

6. All-over Crystal Detachable Collar £14.65, ROMWE.COM

7. NYX Glitter eye palette £6, nyxcosmeticsstore.co.uk

My mum and I both bought one of these palettes for each other this christmas and I literally can't wait to use it for a night out (though I have been wearing it around the house, glam up the pyjama's)