Sunday Summary: Spending splurges #5

Part 5- are you ready? Writing this all up I can't actually believe how much I spent. I think its safe to say I will be keeping a long 'I want' list these next few months to save my bank balance any more severe dents.

I brought this contrast studded shirt from Missguided after really getting into the buttoned up shirt look. I can tend to be a bit safe with my outfits despite loving more edgier looks. I felt this shirt pushes me gently to that slightly edgier style. Ok so it's hardly anything to most people but when you get stuck in your own style for a while it can be a bit daunting to try something out of your comfort zone. I felt this was a subtle way of making my style a bit more interesting without scaring myself off and feeling all ‘awkward turtle’. Missguided do this in loads of different colour waves but white and black is so wearable so is why I chose this one. Despite coming out quite crystal white in my photos the colour is a bit more off white and to be honest didn't bide well with a cami underneath, I think i'll brave just a bra underneath so not to ruin it.

Contrast Studded Shirt, Missguided, £24.99

I love the stud detail on the cuffs and collar, so simple yet so effective. They aren't the best quality but for a quick fashion fix I think it does the job nicely. At £24.99 with 10% discount for students I think its a pretty good price compared to some other high street labels.

Perfect for drinks out teamed with black skinnys/ black metallic leggings and heels I hope to get a lot of wear out of this in the Christmas season.

I think these Dorna scallop edge pink shorts (also from Missguided) go with this really well. They add some brightness to my winter 'going out' wardrobe'. I will be honest, they were an impulse buy to go with the studded shirt; I just saw them and loved the hot pink and the scalloped edge but I am starting to find impulse buys to be the best - I always end up getting more wear out of them! Not only have I had an unhealthy obsession with shorts but as mentioned before, they are comfortable and so wearable for day or night. They are a bit bright for me for day wear but I thought I might brave it as it would be a great statement look.

Contrast studded shirt £24.99. Dorna scallop pink shorts £17.99. Both from Missguided.co.uk

I don't know if these pieces are still available online. I had a quick look and I couldn't see them I am afraid butI did buy them back in June so it is unlikely - I just havn't had chance to blog about them. Sorry about that, I just thought they were still worth a post as I love the outfit. However, do not fear! Missguided have loads of similar pieces  in stock. They do a lot of styles in numerous colour waves so if you like what I brought it is still worth a look. I have a few more spending splurges posts on Missguided, I just love the affordable fashion, so watch out if you enjoyed this!

For now, happy shopping xx

I AM Missguided

This summer weather has got me hands itching again, I am ready to shop for a new summer wardrobe! Don't get me wrong, I know my shorts are going to do me well but a girl can't just walk away from all the new lines the shops are putting into store and the 'Holiday shop' tabs on all the web pages. Some may call me greedy, I call myself a shopaholic.

My favourite label of the week is Missguided. River Island has been hitting the top spot for some time but just missed out this time. What can I say? Reasonable, if not cheap price tags yet awesome prints, styles and celeb fashion.

Despite my recent spending sprees I am a big fan of saving the pennies here and there and Missguided always offer in style pieces (if not cheeky copy cat pieces) at prices I love. Here are a few of my fave pieces this week

I Love Missguided by katie-constable on polyvore.com

I am a huge fan of bralets at the moment. I think they are really great for summer, especially if you have a nice toned tum (currently a work in progress). They ooze summer and I am feeling this Aztec printed one £23.99. It would work great with many outfits and the colours are so vibrant and uplifiting. I also love this Aztec playsuit priced £22.99. The sea colours are gorgeous and I think it has a twist to the usual styles with its tie detail at the front.

Now I know the black cross, long sleeved body suit (£16.99) isn't exactly summer but I L-O-V-E it. Like, really. I tend to swing between girly, sophisticated to grungy rock and this definitely helps me live out my rockyness. The shorts (£26.99) Missguided have teamed with this makes me want to add the whole outfit to my basket. Would be such a great outfit for a party. Maybe when the weather gets a bit cooler? I am sure Britain's typical English summer won't be too far around the corner (not that I am wishing it!)

I am also a huge fan of these 'short at the front, long at the back' (replace with fancy name) skirt and dresses. I saw a wicked clutch in River Island today which was blocked with pink, black and white which would look killer with this hot pink dress priced £23.99. I am not normally into pleats but I think on this it helps break up this dress and ads some sophistication to the hot pink.

£15 River Island

Yes, another pair of shorts. Can't actually believe I haven't brought these yet. I'm feeling the tie dye look this summer I think it is very tropical! Teamed with these sunglasses at £5.99 I would be feeling so Miami! 

Finally, shoes! I am adoring suede effect shoes right now and Missguided have a plenty in numerous neon and summer colours. I was drawn to these Turquoise T bar wedges. Wedges are always so much easier to walk in in the heat and the colour is perfectly acceptable on these sunny days. At £33.99 I am adding them to my wish list.

I could definitely go on and on and on. The website have some great basic vests too with crosses and prints which brings out my rocky style. As you can see their colour pallet is huge and they have some great bargains. What do you think of Missguided? I'd love to hear any of your finds but for now, happy browsing!

K xxx

Short weather

Hello lovely people,

I know I am not off to a good start but truth be had it the relaxing vision I had of finishing Uni isn't as going as planned. Don't get me wrong, I'm making some time for the beautiful sun we have been having but I have also been a good girl applying for work experience and jobs as well as working back at Next as much as I can.

However, I have been getting inspired with Polyvore! Check my mood boards out here and let me know your thoughts.

I have just booked a holiday to Turkey today too! I am so excited to be sipping cocktails on the beach and of course, splurging out on a new summer wardrobe. I have been going quite crazy over shorts at the moment! Whether it is for the summer sun or for nights out I can't get enough. There are some wicked styles out at the moment, New Look being a great high street store for prints.

I picked up these four beauties over the last month.

I have been dying for a pair of high waisted shorts for a while and I managed to pick these up in the River Island sale for just £15! I couldn't believe it and the fit is perfect too. I splashed out on these Topshop denim and crochet hot pants too (£34) which I have been teaming with my light blue vans. They are quite short shorts but they will be great for holiday and look cool with tights when its a bit chilly here in the UK.

These red shorts are from New Look. At just £9.99 I could not say no and the bright red is so fun I think you can dress them up or down for a statement look.

Finally my Missguided stripe hot pants. I was a bit disappointed with the quality of these as they were a bit thin and see through. However, at just £12.99 I don't think I can complain and I had quite a few compliments on them so in all, I am happy. Teamed with black wedges, a black leotard and hot pink nails I felt quite rock n roll in them! They might even be turning out to be my favourite!

I think it is safe to say I am sorted for shorts this summer, I just need the bikini body now! What have you guys been purchasing for your summer wardrobe? Any spending splurges you care to share?


K xx