STARS AND SPIKES

I have to apologise for my lack of posting the past few weeks, I have just been totally caught up in Olympic and Paralympic fever and have been wanting to spend every last moment with my heroes. I'm feeling a bit down and the dumps now that it is all over, but it does mean I can get back to blogging - I do have quite a few outfit posts up my sleeve.

So here is a little outfit I wore while have a jaunt around town, the star print tee and neon necklace are courtesy of OASAP, you must have heard of them by now as they are an online fashion tour de force - what I love about them is that your really unlikely to see someone wearing the same piece as you, but you will get loads of compliments on what you are wearing. And did someone say free delivery?

The t-shirt had a loose silhouette, which is so hot right now and so awesome on most people, but since I have the physique of a pre-adolescent boy I had to go for the knotted look to give me the curves I so desperately need. Still I think it worked out quite well. Also how fabulous are my creepers from Tribeca Shoes - amazing right and just £18.

Star Print Tee, courtesy of OASAP - Same Here.
Neon Necklace, courtesy of OASAP - Same Here.
Shorts, H&M - Similar Here.
Tights, Topshop - Similar Here.
Studded Creepers - Same Here.

So now that the Olympics and Paralympics is all over, what has been your favourite sporting moment of the Summer?

Congratulations to Andy Murray too, who won his first grand slam title with the US Open - well desrved.

Gems x

TREND ALERT - URBAN REBEL

Not being a particularly girly girl, I was getting so bored of feminine florals and overly pretty pastels, I was pretty pleased when more edgy influences were making their way onto the high street. It's time for the Urban Rebel to take on the girly little princess - it's about tough leathers, crosses and plenty of hardware embellishments, think skulls, stud spikes and rivets.

I have already firmly dipped my toe into this trend, I'm currently awaiting on the delivery of a pair of fake leather trousers and I already have plenty of hardware jewellery, a pair of studded loafers and a stud embellished jersey dress - I predict there will be many more pieces in my wardrobe throughout the next few months.

I haven't done a little collage for a while, I have been so busy with work that I have been concentrating on outfit posts mostly as they are quicker - just have to put on some clothes and pout about for a few minutes. Well the collage is back with a few Urban Rebel inspired outfits, one to rock during the day and one to work at night....Enjoy!

Day: Earrings, New Look; Spike Shoulder Dress, Glamorous; Spiked Loafers, Matalan; Leather-Sleeve Jacket, H&M; Studded Bag, OASAP; Zebra Socks, Forever21.

Night: Shoulder Stud Tee, Topshop; Imitation Leather Trousers, H&M; Cross Necklace, New Look; Spike Bracelet, Missguided; Chain Strap Bag, Romwe; Studded Wedges, Tribeca Shoes.

What do you think of this trend? And how fabulous are those wedges from Tribeca Shoes - I wish I never discovered them, I want about 20 pairs!

Have you guys been enjoying the Olympic action? Yesterday I was so proud of the Team GB Mens Gymnastic Team - they did awesome winning a bronze medal!

Gems x

GOTHIC LACE

I still haven't got round to wearing all the lovely stuff I received for my birthday, since people were very generous in giving me money, I have bought lots of lovely stuff that both the weather and time hasn't allowed me to wear yet. Yesterday, I wore the lovely Gothic lace embellished over-sized T-shirt my sister picked up for me from Warehouse.

I absolutely love this tee, it is both relaxed and stylish, being versatile enough to be worn dressed up or dressed down - cant wait to wear it with some super skinny jeans or leatherette trousers, it will look so tough and edgy, seeing me through to winter (which might already bee here, because summer sure isn't).

Excuse the photographs, it was the first time I look pictures myself with the timer on my camera...

Lace-trim T-shirt, Warehouse - similar here.
Denim Shorts, H&M - same here.

Leopard Print Creepers, OASAP - same here.
Rings, H&M - in store now.

What do you guys think? Do like a little bit of Gothic lace?

Are you back wearing Autumn/Winter style pieces again already too? Isn't it so frustrating?

Hope you all had a nice weekend.

Gems x

I'M IN LOVE...

I have been a huge fan on online brands like OASAP and Romwe for quite some time now, their clothing, shoes and accessories offer something that you aren't going to find on the high street, or maybe even anywhere else online. The originality in their pieces totally blows my mind, I can spend hours on OASAP browsing through their dresses and skirts in particular.

So when the lovely people at OASAP credited my account and told me I could use it to put towards anything on their site, I couldn't believe my luck, with free worldwide delivery I was in for a bargain. I drove myself half mad trying decide what to choose, in the end I decided to go for something that had been on my OASAP wishlist for a while - these stunning green and black Leopard Print Creepers.

As soon as I ordered them I couldn't wait for them to arrive so I could put them on my feet and prance around in them, making random people look at my feet Can't you just see the happiness on my face?

Leopard Print Creepers, c/o OASAP - SAME HERE!!!Dress (worn as top), Romwe - similar here.
Ripped Jeans, New Look - same here.
Earrings, New Look - similar here.

I teamed them with my knew favourite dress from Romwe, worn as a top and some suitably shredded jeans and I couldn't love the whole look more. It's relaxed yet stylish at the same time, and on the bonus side I walked around town in them all day and they are super comfortable, so I want to say a huge thanks to the guy from OASAP to introducing me to my new love.

How do you guys feel about my new shoes? Have a great weekend!

Gems x

I WEAR SHORT SHORTS!

You know what I'm going to be seriously British for a moment and bitch about the weather - it's rained here in Newcastle non-stop for 2 weeks, including some horrendous storms that had me whimpering like skittish puppy on Bonfire Night...I almost piddled on the rug too!

So to rebel against this crappy summer, I have decided to break out the short shorts anyway - I may have to wear tights so thick that even light can't escape to make them work, but man does my little victory over the weather feel good - take that British Summer time.

Scarf, my sisters I think - similar here.
Jacket, Matalan - similar here.
Shoes, H&M - same here.

Top, H&M - similar here.
Shorts, H&M - similar here.
Belt, H&M - similar here.
Necklace, H&M - similar here.

Rings, H&M - In store now
Silver Nail Varnish, Rimmel.
Gold Foil nail Varnish, Barry M.

Havee you been defying the weather and breaking out your summer pieces despite the fact that you will get quite the soaking?

Don't forget to check out Oasap's fab giveaway, with 152 pieces up for grabs, check out the post, or just follow the LINK.

How was everyone's weekend?

Gems x

FAB OASAP GIVEAWAY!

Doing my Sunday browsing of blogs I came across this awesome giveaway from online retailer Oasap and I just had to join forces with the label to promote it, so all my blogger friends can get in there with a chance to win. The brand are giving away a whopping 152 items from their fab product line, including some silk dresses that are to die for! Check out what you need to do to enter:

For entry (Mandatory):
1. Sign in your account on oasap.com. No account yet? Register to get a 20% off coupon code.
2. You need choose a size and then vote, so that we know the size you need if you win. Click on the product image to see size details.
3. One account may have at most 3 entries; that is to say, you can vote a maximum of 3 items.
4. Winner(s) will be selected at random and contacted through the email(s) that used to register account(s) on oasap.com.

I mean, how awesome is it that you get three chances to win - I already have my fingers crossed.

SO QUIT HANGING AROUND, AND ENTER NOW, NOW I SAY!

Good Luck!

Gems x

I'M ARMED!

I'm one of those girls that doesn't wear a lot of jewellery, it is all just a little bit too girly for me - it makes me feel too feminine I think and my inner tomboy rebels. But my mind is swaying a little bit with the emergence of stacked bracelets - it takes away the overly ladylike feel of jewellery and gives it a tougher edge, which is something I can get on board with (if I can get said bracelets to stay on my matchstick wrists that is).

Image Courtesy of Refinery29

I love how heavily stacking bracelets can transform a pair of jeans and a simple white tee into a statement outfit that is uniquely you thanks to you combination of bracelets and bangles. I have styled you up a few looks to show you what I mean - the first is something that I would definitely go for, ripped jeans, slubby tee, pair of leopard flats and tons of tough, punky jewellery.

Spike Stretch Bracelet, OASAP; Multi-level Spike Bracelet, Romwe; Gold Tone Spike Bangles, River Island; Gold & Cream Spike Bracelet, Matalan.
Curve Hem Tank, Topshop; Ripped Denim Turn Up Jean, New Look; Rivet Embellished Flats, OASAP.
Verna Studded Rubber Bracelet, Missguided; Cross on Chord Bracelet, Topshop; Peace Charm Bracelet, Tesco; Silver Cuff; H&M; Studded Wrap Bracelet, New Look.

The second look I went for was just a little bit boho, with kick-flare jeans, simple cropped tee and lots of boho, hippy chic arm candy...It's not something I would usually go for, but I have to admit that I love it, once my self imposed spending ban ends on my birthday (6th of July peeps, just a week to go), I am going to go bangle bonkers!

Gold Peace Sign Cuff, River Island; Thread Wrap Bracelet, Miss Selfridge; Gold Love Bangles, River Island.
Button Crop Top, Topshop; Firetrap Blue Jenni Flare Jeans, New Look; Vintage Openwork Wrapped Wedges; OASAP.
Floral Printed Bracelet, Romwe; Leather Woven Bangle Pack, River Island; Sequinned Bangles, New Look.

What do you think of the stacked bracelet trend? Do you love it as much as me?

In the spirit of trying new things, I couldn't let you go without showing you a picture of my first ever Creepers - awesome online brand OASAP kindly credited my account with $10 so they went straight towards an amazing pair of their creepers. I went for the Casual Leopard Lace-up Creepers in the stunning green shade, I seriously can't wait for them to arrive - thank you OASAP, expect an outfit post soon!

Gorgeous OASAP Creepers.

I hope all my UK friends survived the storms yesterday - it was scary huh?

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Gems x

STUDS AND CHAMBRAY

Last week it was my lovely Mam's (most of you would call her Mom or Mum) birthday, so in addition to the two lovely maxi dresses I bought her, me and the boyfriend decided we would take her for a meal as she is always cooking for us. We took her to a local curry house, where you can bring your own booze (which totally keeps the bill down - bonus) and I have to say the food was fantastic, I could have eaten myself into the grave.

We had such a good time and when we got back we stuck some candles into an utterly decadent chocolate cake, turned all the lights off and got my mam to blow them all out, she was really grateful it was lovely. So having stuffed my face was there room for cake? You better believe there was...complete with squirty cream!

Anyway, here is what I wore...

Chambray Dress, H&M - same here.
Biker Jacket, Matalan - similar here.
Shoes, H&M - same here.
Clutch, Thrifted - similar here.
Necklace, Punky Pins - same here.

Nail Varnish, H&M - similar here.
Anchor Ring, Gift - similar here.
Silver Rings, H&M, in store now!

Have you guys been anywhere nice for food recently? What unusual food would you recommend that everyone should try?

By the way I am so impressed with the amount of use I am getting out of my £3 thrifted bag - result!

Gems x