MY LITTLE BIRDIES

Here is another outfit post from the archives, but it is still one that I like a lot. I know the dip hem is no longer in fashion, but I am still a huge fan - plus I have never really been one to follow the trends, how else can you explain that I used to wear a nightie with a hideous huge cat print as a dress....in public! It doesn't end there, I wore it with a hideous old lady belt and a diabolical mullet haircut. I was 21 at the time, so I can't blame anyone but myself.

But we have all had out fashion faux pas right? At least I don't think the following outfit is worthy of calling the Fashion Police, but in ten years down the line I may think differently. Too bad we don't have the power of hindsight on these sorts of things, isn't it?

Dip Hem Top - Triple S - Similar Here
Leatherette Trousers, H&M - Similar Here.
Studded Loafers, Matalan - Similar Here

What fashion disasters have you had in the past?

Gems x

PERSONAL STYLE - A 5 YEAR RETROSPECTVE

Personal style posts are a big part of the fashion bloggers repertoire - it give the chance to inspire or be inspired by other budding fashionista's. But, you do tend to see only the bloggers most recent look, which has probably been inspired by current trends, so its rare that you see a fashion disaster.

But it is important to remember that we have all had them - none of us in this world are perfect and if it takes a few catastrophes for you to find your own personal style then so be it. I have certainly had my fair share of fashion fumbles - I went through a period of sporting hair bunches (in my 20's) that made me look like a Cocker Spaniel (in the words of a friend); I once wore a bright pink nightie with a picture of a cat as a t-shirt; and lets not mention the thick black eyeliner, it looked like I was a drag queen who had got into a fight...Ah Gemma, what were you thinking.

Well anyway, I have been scrolling the depths of Facebook today, looking back on the changes to my personal style and thought why not share the retrospective in personal style with my blogger friends...I even remember where most of the stuff was from...how sad!

2007

Super smiley in 2007
Left: Bershka, Leather jacket, H&M necklace, Hair courtesey of being dragged through a bush.
Right: Ralph Lauren glasses, H&M earrings and metallic scarf worn as shrug

The bunch phase begins and the dreaded duck-mouth pout
Left: Bershka printed tee, Topshop jeans.
Right: Truffle Shuffle Back to the Future tee, Topshop necklace

2008

All wrapped up in winter with some standard leopard print
Ralph Lauren glasses, H&M earring and leopard print scarf, Triple S leather jacket

Red hair phase, and more of those awful bunches.
Hat from ASOS

Slight punk/rock chick phase complete with way too much eyeliner, and a shoot for a university prospectus
Top Left: H&M belt and t-shirt, Replay jeans
Bottom Far Left: Punky Pins gun earrings
Bottom Left: Amplified 'Frankie Says Relax' tee
Right: Besrka leather jacket, Primark tee, H&M belt, New Look jeans

Making friend with a wooden penguin and rudolph
Left: H&M leopard cardigan and bag, Truffle Shuffle 'Ghostbusters' tee, Fornarina jeans, TK Maxx trainers.
Right: Triple S leather jacket, Primark checked shirt

Frocking up!
Left: New Look dress, Primark belt, Punky Pins 'Gems' necklace.
Middle: George@ASDA dress, Vintage silver locket
Right: New Look dress and necklace

2010

Dainty Dresses
Left: Next scarf, Primark dress and headband, Triple S leather jacket.
Middle: Ravi London Dress, Primark necklace
Right: Discount store dress, Punky Pins 'Gems' necklace.

Here comes the sun.
Left:Topshop jacket, H&M tee, New Look jeans, Primark sunnies.
Middle: Discount store peacock print dress
Right: Firetrap maxi dress

A dramatic new haircut - I think I want my pixie crop back...should I?

2011

Look at that view - river doesnt look to bad either :)
Next scarf, Topshop jacket, Internationale cardigan, George @ ASDA dress.

Look sat that pasty skin - well not directly at it, that could be dangerous.
Left: Matalan Dress
Middle: H&M dress, Primark sunnies and bag.
Right: Miso @ Republic dress

 

Pretty as a picture!
Bershka leather jacket, Gifted fingerless gloves

Galavanting around london
Tesco cardigan, Matalan jumper dress, Primark sunnies

2012

Follow the link if you want to see more of my personal style from this year

See you don't have to always get it right, as long as your comfortable in who you are, what does it matter what anyone else thinks anyway.

I would love to see some personal style retrospectives form my fellow bloggers...have you had the fashion police knocking at your door?

Have a great weekend!

Gems

MY BEDROOM DOOR - MAY 2012

As some of those who read my blog will know, I don't have a wardrobe...I know a girl who loves fashion, not having a wardrobe seems a bit strange, but due to space issues, it just isn't an option for me right now. But don't cry for me, I have found a way around it - I hang all my favourite pieces of the month on the back of my door where I get to see them all the time...Result.

So with the beginning of May, I thought it was about time I dug some of my beloved summery outfits from storage to display on my bedroom door to get me in the mood for the warmer weather ahead. Well it has rained ever since I hung them up there...typical. Hopefully I will get to wear them soon, and for your scrutiny, here are my May favourites.

1.) Pleather Biker Jacket, Matalan.
2.)Tweed Cap, Matalan
3.) Paisley Printed Dress With Sheer Sleeves, Unbranded.
4.) Vest with Pleather Trim, Miss Selfridge
5.) Leopard Print Dresss, H&M
6.)Nautical Jacket (worn here), Triple S
7.) Colour Block Track Jacket, H&M
8.) Metallic Maxi Skirt, Primark
9.) Nude Ruffle Dress, Ravi Famous
10.) Striped Dress, H&M

 

As you can probably tell, May is a little more punkish than April was, with my pleather jacket, leopard print dress and vest with serious attitude. I seriously want to get out in the sun in my little dresses and perhaps even tan up my luminous legs, but it seems I may have to wait a little longer. 

Hopefully next month I won't have to fill my coveted bedroom door slots with thick cosy jumpers!

What items have made it into your favourites this month?

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

ME AND MY SHADOW

When I was young my Grandma (who is sadly no longer with us) used to sing 'Me and My Shadow', about me and my Grandad - I was definitely Grandaddy's girl, who used to take me out on little jaunts every Saturday morning around relatives houses and to car boot sales.

Well last night was his 80th birthday party, which included a particularly moving speech from the man of honour, a lovely rendition of Coldplay's 'Fix You' on the karaoke, a harmonica version of 'The Road To Hell, and some very silly dancing to an ABBA medley.

It was a great night, which my Grandad seemed to thoroughly enjoy. Here is what I wore...

Nautical Style Jacket - Triple S
Ruffle Dress - Ravi Famous London, from Triple S
Leather Look Leggings - Ebay
Cream Tights worn under leggings, H&M 
Moc Croc Heels, New Look
Silver Envelope Clutch, H&M
Rings and Buckle Bracelet, H&M
Gems Necklace, Punky Pins
Rimmel Nail Varnish in Your Majesty

I thought it might also be nice to share with you my favourite picture of myself and my Grandad, taken at my graduation, way back in 2006 - doesn't he look proud?

Happy Birthday Grandad!

Gems x