Carbs and Glitter

Carbs t shirt: H&M / Sequin skirt: Topshop / Moon and stars skirt: Motel Rocks / Choker: Affleck's Palace / Flower crown: Claire's accessories

When I first saw this cute 'carbs' t-shirt, I needed it! It encapsulates my love for potatoes and pasta perfectly, , is in a cute American preppy style which brings me one step closer to my childhood dream of becoming a cheerleader. I like the way this t-shirt looks 'worn' and casual. I love the contrast of it paired with a glitzy sequin skirt. 

For a chilled out summer day, the top looks great with this Motel Rocks bodycon skirt. A pair of converse or vans would perfectly. I'm just hoping for another heatwave!

My go to accessory at the moment is a this lilac cat collar. I'm currently collecting accessories from Affleck's Palace, a shop in Manchester. All the stuff there is so cute! This collar is so kawaii and makes me feel like a cute little cat!

Hope you enjoyed this post, what are your plans for the rest of summer? See you soon!

Melissa xxx

Dainty Lace Angel | OOTD

Over the weekend I went shopping and the minute I saw this dress from H&M, I feel immediately in love. I never found a dress that was more 'me', it's a cute 70's style, but also reminds me of Japanese gyru style. the perfect short length, a pastel pink colour with all my favourite details like lace and pleats.

 I paired some pretty lilac jelly shoes. I love pale pastel colours together. Finally we have some sun here in the UK so I was able to get outside and take some nice pictures. I love the way these pictures are so sunkissed, the sunlight just hits the shot.

The sleeves have a cute cap style and make me feel really floaty. I love the delicate little details.

I made a summer lookbook for youtube of all of my favourite pretty pink summer dresses. If you like this post, check it out!

 Have you made any amazing purchases lately? How's your summer going so far?

Melissa xxx

My Style Inspiration: Summer 2016

I'm constantly gathering inspiration for my own personal style. One of my favourite past times is endlessly scrolling through pinterest for inspiration and saving them into neat little folders. Since I was younger I've loved poring over fashion magazines, cutting out my favourite pictures and putting them into scrapbooks. Now I'm older and absolutely love looking at a wide range of influences such as music, art, photography and bloggers. Here's what I've been obsessed with for summer...

Petra Collins's photography just sums up summer and being a teenager. You can see the sun setting in so many of her pictures and it just looks so dreamy. A lot of the pictures are taken at night which is so atmospheric and pretty. You feel like you are really there with the girls in her photographs. She is a great inspiration for my OOTD pictures.

Festivals are full of fun fashion, coachella is like another fashion week with all the amazing outfits. People seem to take more fashion risks- giant headbands, glittery face paints, colourful clothes. I really want to go to a festival because I have so many outfits planned!

I am really interested in Japanese fashion subcultures- gyaru, lolita, harajuku. They dress like actual princesses! *squeals* I love all the bows, frills, lace and satin. Some of it is way too out there for me but I can take inspiration and make it more my everyday style. 

Thank you for reading, what inspires you?

Melissa xx

What I would wear if I was going to prom

Sadly I am not going to prom this year as I have just finished college and we don't have a prom. I had such an amazing time at my prom two years ago (the pictures are here) and one of my favourite things was choosing my dress, deciding my hair and makeup. If you are going to prom here are last minute ideas for dresses, accessories and makeup! (and I am a pretty envious of you!) I hope you will have an amazing night.

Peachy, nude and pink shades make up this incredibly cute look. A 50's style dress always looks great for prom, wear a tutu underskirt underneath so the dress really sticks out. Add a spritz of flowery, romantic perfume.

If you don't want to go for a typical girly prom look, this black dress from the Ariana Grande collection at Lipsy is so gorgeous. A black flower crown and suspender tights complete the look. If you're feeling really daring try some black lipstick (which will really shock your teachers!)

For a pretty fairy tale look, try a tiara which I would have loved to wear at my own prom. Or go for a flower crown which is equally as beautiful. A simple but stunning white dress is understated and doesn't need too many accessories or makeup. Simple makeup including light pink makeup is perfect.

Have a good prom, you will look beautiful no matter what you wear! What is your favourite look?

Melissa xxx

My dream summer wardrobe

One of my favourite things about summer starting is buying new clothes, and a lot of preparation is needed before you hit the shops. Here are some of the things I have my eye on to buy, and also some dream items I'd love to have in my wardrobe. I spent lots of time making these collages, hope you enjoy!

Skinny dip London purses // Ann summers corset // Boohoo dress // Claires flower headband // Topshop shorts // UNIF top // Illustrated people crop top // Juju jelly shoes

Evening dresses are a must for summer, I love this iridescent Boohoo dress because of the beautiful sparkles which will make me feel like a mermaid! The perfect accessory is a  dainty flower crown.

I would really like to stock up on some more shorts now the weather is warmer, they're a staple piece
that come in any colour under the sun and can be styled any way. For example with a bikini top and jelly shoes for the beach, and a blazer, dressy top and heels for a night out!

Kitschy skinny dip London are so fun and really break the ice at parties.

 UNIF backpack // Skinny dip London purse // Boohoo watermelon bralet // Motel dress // The ragged priest at Topshop anorak // Triangl bikini top // Topshop shorts // Juju jelly shoes

As you can see, I don't like bright colours or pink at all... just kidding. I'm absolutely obsessed with eating fruit, and I also enjoy wearing it. These little tops are so wear over a bikini and get on and off at the beach. If you're staying in the UK, you can't really rely on the weather so a gorgeous rain mac like this one is a must purchase. So even in torrential rain, you can still be a pretty kawaii space princess. I'm also seriously lusting after triangl bikini's, they come in all the gorgeous candy pastel colours.

What are your favourite things to wear in summer? What's on your current wishlist?

Melissa xxx

Summer goals 2016

I've just finished college forever, can't believe it's over! I have a long summer ahead of me before I head off to university in September, so I am going to dedicate some time to making things and working hard on m little blog, which I have been abandoning. I thought I would write down some more of the things I want to achieve so I don't get distracted!

1) Blog every single day

2) Become fully vegan (I'm already vegetarian and am transitioning at the moment)

4) Take lots of pictures and improve my photography

4) Make some pretty bows / headbands

4) Improve my running, and run 10K

5) Learn to cook and bake yummy vegan recipes before I start university

6) Keep a folder of swing tags and fashiony things that inspire me.

7) Most importantly, try and get out of my comfort zone more and speak to more people I don't know, and try and keep my anxiety under control.

Hope everyone reading has a happy summer, hopefully the weather is not as bad and rainy as it was this weekend!

Melissa xxx

Makeup and outfit of the day 10/06/16

Recently I have been trying to step out of my comfort zone more with clothes, so I decided to buy this adorable dress from Dorothy Perkins, even though it's not really the colours and patterns I would usually go for. It is perfect for hot summer days at the moment, and if it gets a bit chilly you can just layer a little white t-shirt underneath and pair it with a denim jacket.

I've always been too nervous to try this, but today I thought I would just be brave and try blue eyebrows! Okay, they are not perfect but a nice experiment and I don't look too much like an alien like I thought I would...

I decided to just go crazy today and practice a unique look so slicked on some bright purple lipstick, drew some multicoloured daises and even put a little star on my cheek.

This is one of my favourite quirky purses from accesorize. I still can't get over how it is in the shape of a rocket! It's the sort of thing younger Melissa would have died for, and instantly makes a boring outfit more fun.

Melissa xxx

Lloret De Mar Memories

When I'm on holiday, I like to take plenty of pictures because they are a big trigger for memories. When the colder months come, I like to look back over my photographs and remember the amazing times I had. Lloret De Mar is a very picturesque place, all the beaches and scenery photographed beautifully.

I'm so obsessed with the colour of the sea.

There is nothing more beautiful than beach sunsets.

A lovely beachfront bar that had white walls and sea blue furniture.

Fake pink hello kitty merch is my aesthetic.

Night time is my favourite time on holiday. Everything exciting happens, I love to get dressed up and go on adventures. So much better than spending the day relaxing.

I was walking past this church and didn't notice it until I turned around. I'm so pleased with how this picture turned out. Churches are such stunning buildings.

How was your summer? What did you do and did you enjoy it? Hope you enjoyed it!

Melissa xxx

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My flower crown collection

I started collecting flower crowns two years ago and now I'm pretty much addicted. I think they give an outfit such a pretty, feminine touch. Since it's summer I've been wearing them out quite a lot recntly, so I thought I would show you some of my favourites!

 ♡ Ark sunflower crown (bought july 2015)

I picked this one up very recently in the sales in Ark for only £1! I love the colour yellow and really don't have enough of it in my wardrobe, so this just adds a little pop of yellow to my wardrobe. I also love sunflowers and they are perfect for the summertime!

♡ Topshop colourful flower crown (bought april 2014)

This one was my absolute favourite last summer. I was really drawn to it because it is so colourful! I also like it because it helps keep my hair out of my face. Perfect for humid and sweaty summer days!

♡ H&M red, orange and brown flower crown (bought december 2014)

I got this one to keep my flower crown obsession going in the colder months. The darker colours make it more appropriate for winter. I even wore it around christmas time!

 

♡ Primark blue and white flower crown (bought april 2014)

This is probably my favourite flower crown to go on holiday with, because the blue flowers remind me of the pool and the ocean. 

♡ New Look pink flower head chain

This is not a flower crown as such, but I liked it because it is a little bit different to every other headband I own. The flowers are so tiny and delicate. I think this would look gorgeous in the evening on holiday.

♡ Primark tiny white flower crown (recieved march 2015)

My grandparents got me this headband for my birthday- they know me so well! I love how tiny the flowers are and how there is a subtle hint of pink in them.

Do you like flower crowns? If so, what are your favourites?

Melissa xxx

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