One week and counting...

Shirt, Trousers, Bag- H&M
Scarf- Topshop
Shoes- River Island
Coat- New Look

My parka coat has become the statement piece for my winter wardrobe. It has got so cold recently that wrapping up warm is my number one priority! 
The trousers and shirt are my most recent purchases from H&M (who are doing a stunning party range at the moment.) and will be my first outfit into my suitcase for New York.

Yes, New York! This time next week I will have landed in NYC and be living the American Dream. I'm super excited to jet off, with my house mate, on a university course trip to see the sights, be a tourist and of course do a lot of shopping.

So, other than continue to stress about the essay's that, inconveniently, will not write themselves, I am also devising my 4 day clothing plan for NY. I will keep you posted on my chosen outfits.

In the meantime, keep warm and cosy, try and stay inside with plenty of cups of tea with biscuits, and layer up your winter wollies. 

This is my reinterpretation of the brilliant David Bailey's photograph of Mick Jagger- not so iconic!

Lazy Days

Top- Topshop
Shirt- Vintage
Jacket- Primark
Leggings- River Island
Bag- H&M

My weekend has consisted of nothing but relaxation and good times. I decided, to save my sanity, I had to take the weekend off. Lazy days, the company of friends and a fair amount of take-aways and junk food. Whilst at the time it was a 'guilt-free zone', the guilt is slowly creeping in as Sunday draws to a close. 

So Monday morning strikes back and after a well rested weekend, I can go back to late night work and the piles of books on my desks that really need reading. 

Oh and I purchased this new beaut of a bag from H&M over the weekend. Very excited of its arrival. This will be my new winter essential.

Lets do this...

Top- River Island
Skirt- Miss Selfridge
Belt- Primark
Leather jacket- H&M
Boots- River Island

They weren't wrong when they said, 'the real work starts in your second year'. Uni has truly stepped up a gear this year and I regularly find myself making lists just to feel like I have my life under control. It really doesn't help. 

I have to tell myself to 'man up' and get on with it, even though what I actually want to do is curl up in bed with a great film and a packet of biscuits.

The work load will not get the better of me however, I have pulled my socks up, rolled up sleeves and I'm ready. (I think.)