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The first thing I want to say, is thank you to all those lovely lovelies that were so supportive over my Cognitive Behavior Therapy worries, I had my first phone appointment yesterday and it went well. Still I have to say that I am pretty nervous about confronting my fear head on, but I know now that it is the best thing for me to move on.

So now that's out the way we can get back to something a little more light-hearted. I have loads of outfit posts backed up but I thought I would show you the dress I wore for Christmas day, which I also wore to do head to Wagamama for some foodie delights. The dress is from Glamorous and I was lucky to pick it up half price in the Triple S sale, just before Christmas...Happy Days!

For a casual date night, I teamed it with my old faithful converse and H! by Henry Holland biker jacket...

Dress, Glamorous - Similar Here.
Old Faithful Converse

Jacket, H! by Henry Holland - Similar Here.

Isn't the dress cute as a button, I just love it and it's a big plus that it is versatile so I can get a lot of wear out of it since a big writing contract came to an abrupt end...no spending for Gemma now! Least I did well in the sales and for Christmas.

So anyway, I'm interested to know what you guys wore over the festive period, put your links below so I can check them out.

Gems

A LITTLE BIT OF LEOPARD!

Sorry for my lack of posting and blog commenting, it was my birthday on Friday so I have just been enjoying the festivities (expect a couple of haul posts soon). I had a really nice day, the lovely boyfriend went out to get croissants for breakfast, before presenting me with a dress from Romwe that I really. He then took me shopping for a few extra treats and then for a lovely Italian meal in the evening. We finished the day off watching The Woman in Black, which is a right fright-fest, and after all those Harry Potter movies, I have finally realised that Daniel Radcliffe is a good actor after all - he has the most wonderfully expressive eyes.

So anyway, this is what I wore for our little shopping trip, just a simple jersey dress, statement tights and my old faithful Converse.

Dress, Boohoo - same here.
Tights, Topshop - similar here.
Belt, H&M - similar here.
Necklace, PunkyPins - same here.
My old faithful Converse

 Even though my boyfriend really made my day buying me some gorgeous wedged trainers, I still felt myself being a little down in the dumps after the day. When people you consider good friends don't take ten seconds out of their day to wish you happy birthday, or make even the slightest effort it can leave you feeling quite lonely.

So anyway, how was everyone's weekend? Wasn't it just heartbreaking for Andy Murray? Still I was so proud of him and I'm sure the best is yet to come!

Gems x

BEETLEJUICE GETS A SECOND OUTING!

It's no secret that I am in love with my black and white striped jeans from Missguided, I have been raving about them at every opportunity - just in case you missed said raves, my bum has never looked so good. So last weekend the Beetlejuice pants were on again, this time going a lot more casual with statement tee and my ever trusty Converse.

Now that I have discovered how versatile these jeans are, I don't think they will be off my legs all summer. Although I'm a little bit nervous a they need their first wash after I was tripped over in the garden by a rather troublesome puppy - I really hope I don't wreck them!

Striped Jeans, Missguided - same here.
Biker Jacket, Matalan - similar here.
Converse - same here.

Dress (worn as top), Sodamix - same here.
Belt, H&M - similar here.
Necklace, H&M - similar here.

Mint Nail Paint, Barry M - same here.
MissBehave Pink Nail Splash, Missguided - same here.

Have I convinced any of you to invest in some striped jeans yet? What about you Miss Country Girl?

It is my birthday on Friday, 29 years old...I'm not even sure how that happened, I was 18 yesterday I'm sure of it :)

Anything big happening to you this weekend?

Gems x

ANIMAL ON DECK

Well I have been quite busy the past few weeks so I haven't had a chance to glam about the place, so it's another casual outfit post I'm afraid - although I promise you I have a 'dressed-up' outfit post for you guys later in the week, in which I look a little like a slutty referee. That should keep the sports fans interested.

Anyway speaking of sports, this is what I wore to an FA-Cup final party my sister threw last weekend - I'm not really interested in football, Athletics is more my sport, so I spent most of the time hovering around the party food table, gorging.

I have had this little nautical blazer from Topshop for a few years now and I just love it, the buttons are falling off, its getting a bit worn on the cuffs, but it only makes me treasure it more - the wear and tear just shows the love I have put into it. And of course since I am a total animal print whore (seriously I'm borderline street walker) there had to be a little bit in my outfit.

Nautical Style Blazer, Topshop
Animal Print Tee and Coated Jeans H&M
Skinny Belt, New Look
My Old Faithful Converse

Cassette Tape Necklace, Punky Pins
Heart Ring, H&M NYC Spring Street polish

I know it's not the most exiting of outfits, but I am in general a casual girl - I have no need for well tailored work wear since I work from home, often a pair of pyjamas or holey track pants does the job. I do promise to try and add more outfit posts in the future...so watch this space...are you watching? Good!

So are any of you guys out there interested in any sports? Player or spectator?

Gems x

CHECK ON CHECKS

Last weekend I went out for a lovely Saturday lunch for some warming Mexican Tapas on a rainy day. Is anyone else insanely sick of the rain yet - it can be glorious sunshine outside, but in the five minutes it took me to decide I'm gonna get some fresh air, the sky has gone grey and it's raining up a storm. And don't get me started on the wind - it makes having an umbrella pointless, and results in any wonderful style and beauty look you have put together, look a soggy mess once you reach your destination.

Anyway, before I rant you into a boredom induced coma, here's what I wore.

 

Checked Trench Coat, New Look
Nautical Style Scarf, H&M
Royal Blue Jeans, Dorothy Perkins
Converse Hi-top Sneakers
Slogan Tank with PU Trim, Miss Selfridge
Open Checked Shirt and Belt, H&M
Headband, Primark
Necklace and Rings, H&MNYC Spring Street polish; Collection 2000, Sherbert Lemon

And I couldn't leave you without showing you a picture of the incredible food from the fabulous Las Iguanas, and the good news is, they have plenty of locations throughout the UK - so to say something incredibly cheesy, get some spice in your life.

Nachos, Pear and Brie Salad, Jumbo Pawns, Calamari and Tostadas, there was also some glorious Chorizo in there too.

So how have you all been spending your weekend, where have you been going and what have you been wearing?

And to all my little lovelies down under I hope you had a fantastic Mothers Day!

Gems x

COOKING ON GAS!

Last weekend it was my my boyfriend's sister's birthday, and being the gorgeous, generous and lovely person that she is, she threw a huge BBQ for family and friends. As most of in the UK will know that recently the weather isn't exactly BBQ-friendly, luckily a huge gazebo was erected (hehe!) to protect us revelers.

The food was fabulous, the atmosphere was brilliant and I had a really wonderful time - so anyway, here is what I wore for the occasion.

Denim Shorts, Oasis; Ruffled Cardigan and Black Tank, Primark; Sequined Lip T-Shirt, Triple S via Ebay; Leather-Look Leggings, Ebay; Converse Trainers; Ring, H&M; 'Gems' Necklace, Punky Pins.

All pieces are in the process of being washed as the smell of BBQ smoke has permeated every fibre. It is my own fault, I huddled around the BBQ all day for warmth, seriously I was almost curled up on that thing. And when that went out I snuggled up to the chimnea (an outside wood burner), which my boyfriend thought would be a good idea to lick in his drunken state - cue a roll of the eyes from me and a very sore tongue or him :)

What have you guys been wearing in this wet weather that I am so over?

Gems x