Sometimes referred to a school satchel, other times as a shoulder bag, a leather messenger bag is possibly one of the best purchases I have ever made. Versatile, vintage, cute and yet extremely practical, this bag has it all. Mine is tan coloured and is big enough to carry my laptop on the way to lectures in, as well as all my notes and other bits. The sturdy leather means nothing gets crumpled and the school satchel style makes you feel studious and preppy.
Opulent burgundy colour items for autumn
I know I’ve blogged about this colour before but it’s one of my favourites and I can’t resist indulging in this autumn trend – burgundy coloured items! This and plum have been my favourite colours ever since I was a teenager and I am very excited about this huge new range of rich coloured items [...]
Python print: putting some bite back into your outfit
Today’s focus is on the python print trend. Hot for autumn 2011, python print is the trendier cousin of the ever popular leopard print and will certainly have you making a statement this season. A little bit rockier, a little bit more Jimi Hendrix and a lot more attitude, snake skin print will not only [...]
Nail patterns that rock
I have written a lot of posts about nails. I know. But it’s because I love nail polish and all the things you can do with it. I have seen lots of very creative things that people have been doing online with their nails, not just with plain colour but including nail patterns into their [...]
Jelly sandals for grown-ups
I know what you’re thinking: “I was a kid the last time I wore those!“ I was too, every summer I used to get a new pair, ranging from the boring to the glittery and even the high heeled variety! But jelly shoes have taken a turn for the more fashionable and grown-up and this [...]
Ooh la la! Clemence Poesy Style
If there’s one woman who’s on top of the style pile at the moment, it’s Clemence Poesy. Starring as Fleur Delacour in the Harry Potter films, with Colin Farrell in In Bruges, as well as countless television appearances and modeling shoots, this French girl seems to have it all. Stunning looks, acting talent and great [...]
Opulent burgundy colour items for autumn
August 30th, 2011 
Mariel 
I know I’ve blogged about this colour before but it’s one of my favourites and I can’t resist indulging in this autumn trend – burgundy coloured items! This and plum have been my favourite colours ever since I was a teenager and I am very excited about this huge new range of rich coloured items in the shops.
Python print: putting some bite back into your outfit
August 29th, 2011 Mariel 
Today’s focus is on the python print trend. Hot for autumn 2011, python print is the trendier cousin of the ever popular leopard print and will certainly have you making a statement this season. A little bit rockier, a little bit more Jimi Hendrix and a lot more attitude, snake skin print will not only add pattern to your outfit but also texture. Take inspiration from the animal kingdom with these hot pieces!
Going to university and don’t know what to pack?
August 26th, 2011 Mariel 
Going to university can be daunting and you will be doing loads of things you’ve never done before. When I went for the first time, I had no idea what to pack but if you make sure you have these categories covered, all will be fine! Promise 
Fashion mistakes #9 – the quilted coat
August 25th, 2011 Mariel There is a new trend I have seen popping up in shops and online, a terrible new trend that I never thought would see the light of day in fashion boutiques. If you like this style, then I want to apologize in advance for this rant but it is something I personally hate and have a bee in my bonnet about: a quilted coat.
Nail patterns that rock
August 24th, 2011 Mariel 
I have written a lot of posts about nails. I know. But it’s because I love nail polish and all the things you can do with it. I have seen lots of very creative things that people have been doing online with their nails, not just with plain colour but including nail patterns into their designs. The designs always fascinate me due to their creativity or the sheer skill in creating them and I always wonder ‘how on earth did they do that??’ Here are some of my favourite nail patterns that I found online, well done ladies!
Jelly sandals for grown-ups
August 24th, 2011 Mariel 
I know what you’re thinking: “I was a kid the last time I wore those!“ I was too, every summer I used to get a new pair, ranging from the boring to the glittery and even the high heeled variety! But jelly shoes have taken a turn for the more fashionable and grown-up and this blog post is all about the best styles out there.
