SWEATSHIRTS AND SNAPBACKS FROM RACCOON BRAND

RCCN BRND Snapback, c/o Raccoon Brand - Same Here.
The Logo Sweatshirt c/o Raccoon Brand - Same Here.
Human Hair Extensions - Wonderful Hair.

In recent months, I have become seriously fond of streetwear - I have been leaving my dresses and jumpsuits in the wardrobe, swaping them for faux leather trousers, sweatshirts and snapbacks. Maybe it is the cold (North East England sucks when it comes to the wind and rain combo) that has made me crave streetwear layers, but right now it's working for me. Maybe at 31, I am a starting to get a little old for streetwear, but I honestly don't care. Life is too short to wear and do things you think you are supposed to...

Faux Leather Biker, New Look - Same Here.
Faux Leather Trousers, H&M - Similar Here.
Satchel - Nica
Shoes, Asos - Similar Here.

One of my favorite streetwear labels, is the cheeky Raccoon Brand, for their mischevious raccoon prints, high quality and comfort. The sweatshirt has a cool unisex fit (I'm wearing an XS) and has a super soft fleecy inside, perfect for a damp day strolling through town. The snapback is also of pretty sick (street lingo alert) quality, with a durable stitched logo and adjustable strap. I decided to wear back to front as I did grow up in the nineties.

Does anyone think they might be incorporating some streetwear into their wardrobe in 2015? What do you think of Raccoon Brand's quirky style?

Gems x
*Snapback and Sweatshirt provided by Raccoon Brand for purpose of review, all opinions are my own.

 

A HIDDEN GEM

I can't believe how many old outfit pictures I have hidden within the mysterious depths of my computer, many of them I don't even remember wearing some of them. I have to admit, some of them don't look good and have been swiftly deleted - I didn't even know I could make some of those faces. My boyfriend often jokes that I can't keep any part of my body still for any amount of time, especially my mouth. What must people on the street think of me.

I have had these jeans for almost a year and a half and I bloody love them, but I have only worn them a few times, because I don't have anything to go with them, they are a really awkward Shade of Grey, awkward like getting on a bus and sitting next to an old lady enthusiastically reading Fifty Shades of Grey.

These pictures were taken in the old flat and although I do miss all the space, I definitely do not miss cleaning up the mess from dirty boys. I mean what kind of person blocks the shower with their disgusting hair, then just leave it...ankle deep dirty water and all?

White Shirt, H&M - Similar Here.
Jeans, H&M - Similar Here.
Studded Loafers, Matalan -Similar Here.

Right, I'm off to psyche myself up for the errands I have to run and the articles I have to write.

Gems x

IS THAT BOB?

 Firstly, I want to say thank you for some of the great comments left on my previous post about the real woman debate. I'm not sure if I will ever really feel like a woman as opposed to a girl, there has just been too much negativity toward skinny women too. But, I think I may be able to accept myself as who I am - if only dogs like bones, then I will jut get a dog, or two.

So back to normal business. After over three years of growing my hair out of a super short pixie cut, and then a further 6 months of keeping it long for my sisters wedding, I have finally went for the chop and had a bob cut in. My hair now looks thicker and super healthy, but it really is going to take some getting used too. It isn't styled to it's best in the pictures thanks to wind and rain, but it gives an idea of how it looks.

What I do like about it is that, even though it is short, it can be styled in a number of different ways. I also bought some new real clip-in hair extensions, so if I feel like having long hair for the day, I can. I'm in snuggly mode with my outfit choice for a Saturday night in with plenty of food and movies...living the dream.

Fisherman Jumper, Matalan - Similar Here
Maxi Drss, H&M - Similar Here.

Have any of you guys went for a dramatic change to your look recently?

Gems x

AN OLDIE BUT A GOODIE

Thank god it is the weekend, it's been quite a busy week this week and I still have some work to do but on the weekend I don't feel guilty about doing it in my pajamas in a prone position on the sofa. regular tea and nap breaks are also the norm. I would like to have the weekend off, but by pocket is still recovering from the vicious beating it took over Christmas.

I found this old set of pictures on my computer and have not idea why it hasn't featured in an outfit post before, because it is one of my favourites. It has inspired me not to further wound my pocket and not spend money on any more clothing for at least a month (February is a short one after all). I realise I have plenty of gorgeous things in my wardrobe that I barely wear, including this cutie pie dress. In fact I have over two dozen dresses crammed in there....bad Gemma!

Skater Dress, H&M - Similar Here.
White Shirt, H&M - Similar Here.
Biker Jacket, Matalan - Similar Here.

 

Who else will be chillin' like a villain this weekend?

Gems x