Over the Knee Boots

Tarty?

Trendy?

Practical?

Discuss

I really didn’t think I would be partaking in this particular item of footwear, especially as when I recently tried a heeled pair on in New Look, my eight year son said “but you’re not a rough Mummy, those boots are for rough Mummy’s”.

As I stood back and surveyed my reflection in the mirror I had to agree with him. I looked like I should be stood on a street corner or at least serving in a sex shop. Not good.

I couldn’t help but feel disappointed, I’m one of those people that actually likes to follow fashion, thinking for myself and being “individual” in the clothes area has just never appealed. Don’t get me wrong I love to see other people expressing themselves via their togs but it’s safer and easier for me to just have Look Magazine do it all for me.

So I was pleasantly surprised when I re-visited New Look this week and they had taken delivery of flat Over the Knee Boots, looking more demure altogether.

They were £35, they’re not real leather, but they are lined so you don’t get the sweaty thing going on. The toe is an almond shape which I think is quite flattering on bigger kebs like mine, and they have long leatheresque Gucci style tassles on the sides. I thought these might trip me up when walking as they are floor length but no issues at all, they swish back and forth and make me feel all catwalk.

I don’t think they look cheap, but feel free to disagree. I think this is due to the lack of sexy heel and also the fact that they come just over the knee in a slouchy style, but they’re not “thigh high” which gives a different impression altogether imo. Think Pretty Woman…. to that mind it probably helps that they’re not wipe clean PVC or have concealed pockets for doms……

Jumper Dress – Peacocks £14

Leggings – Asda £6

Bag – Tesco £3.50 (Sale)

Thoughts? xo

I absolutely REFUSE to admit our Summer could be over already, therefore I am perhaps somewhat inappropriately dressed for what is a dull rainy day. However my logic is, I own a car, and an umbrella, I’ll survive & at least I’m optimistic

I look very moody in this pic, actually I’m just concerned…I was using the self timer and the camera was perched precariously on the radiator……but lets just pretend I meant to channel some rock chick attitude!

I adore this new top which I picked up in the Topshop sale reduced from £25 to £12!

It combines a lot of my favourite style details; bold animal print, long line, batwing sleeve, ruching, one-shoulder! I particularly love one shoulder dresses & tops tho, they make me feel sexy but not exposed.

Leggings from George @ Asda £6

Sandals from Peacocks

xoxo

I indulged in a little bit of retail therapy yesterday and thought I’d share the results

My bestfriends Sarah & Sean had their first baby last week, a gorgeous little girl who they have named Rosa. I’m going to meet her soon & couldn’t resist picking up a few cute outfits.

I’m pretty sure she’ll be drowning in pink so I went for oranges, yellows and greens.

First up are 2 cute summer romper suits with frilly capped sleeves and a staple white knitted cardigan with flower applique from Asda.

And from Okaidi a unbelievably cute pair of lightweight denim dungarees, complete with little matching top, hat & socks featuring apples & oranges. I also got her a beautiful side fastening white summer coat. How cute is the print?!!

After completing the baby shopping and unleashing yet another bout of broodiness I decided to pick myself up a few pieces of casual/ comfy wear. I have quite a few smart pairs of jeans, tops and dresses now but I’ve been lacking a bit in outfits I can just throw on for those lazy summer days.

My first purchase was this full circle cotton skirt from Primark. I really like the ethnic print and think it will look lovely with a cream or black vest and gladiator sandals.

T-shirts featuring tigers are all over the glossies at the moment, so when I spied this over-sized tee in Asda I just had to have it. I got the grey stonewash denim effect leggings in Asda too, not everyones cup of tea but I <3 them.

My favourite purchase has to be these two items though, the stretchy flower print top is actually a dress but I will wear it with leggings underneath. I am totally digging the return of the scoop neck, the back actually scoops really low too which I love. I think baring the back can be more sexy than getting the cleavage out.

The coral cardigan is lightweight & doesn’t add bulk, perfect for those summer evenings sitting out back with a glass of chilled wine

Both of these items are from a budget clothing store called Exhibit, I’m unsure if they exist in England, however I think they get their stock from the same place as boohoo.com as I’ve noticed a lot of the same pieces.

Finally, I couldn’t resist this totally trashy cropped bat wing sweater. Perfect for my walks. I adore cropped sweaters, they make me feel all FAME!

Hope everyone’s having a good week, sun is still shining here :-O

xoxox

Need I say more? Probably not but I will.

I love these & have been on the lookout for a while. Have you?
Call off the search party and head on over to George @ Asda and hand over six of your well earned pounds!

Why I love Ski Pants

• They make the 80′s girl in me
• They don’t ride up
• They fit inside every pair of boots I own
• No more Norah Batty baggy knees
• They look cute pulled over ballerina pumps

xoxoxo

I’m a huge fan of skinny jeans

I’m also a huge fan of leggings

So last year when a jean/ legging combo kept popping up on the fashion scene I was very excited. Only problem being I couldn’t find any on the highstreet. I did track a pair down on ASOS but they were ridiculously over-priced. So I waited it out…

Now of course they’re like proverbial buses, all coming along at once.

I picked this pair up in my local Topshop and I’m really pleased with them. Lovely indigo blue colour, soft and stretchy without being mean and see-through on the quality front. Still daylight robbery at £20 though, but hey ho, they’re what I was after and I’ll get my use out of them for sure

FYI Also available in black denim effect

xoxox