One of my favourite posts of the entire year is always my 'What I Wore' end of year round-up post. I love looking back on some of thing thing I've worn. Some I like, others I don't, but that's the beauty of fashion. I was also particularly pleased this year, as I've beaten my record and posted 32 outfits! So lets take a look back and see what they were...

Hello all. I thought I owed you an explanation and an apology really. I've not been posting much on my blog lately, and as much as I've wanted to, it's just felt that life has got in the way. Everything has been moving at such a fast pace, that making time to write blog posts and take decent pictures just doesn't really happen. It's been good though. What with the new start to the year and all, I feel that some time away has given me a much needed break, as after all this is my hobby and my passion and something I do for fun and fulfilment as opposed to duty.

A lot has happened recently. I've been studying a lot and had all sorts of important deadlines and hand-ins. By the time Christmas came around I was ready to sleep for weeks, however Christmas in my house is always hectic and I've spent the last few weeks socialising, seeing family and friends and stuffing my face. It was also my 4th blog birthday! Where has 4 years gone? It's mad to think that I've had this little blog by my side through all of that time, and that's just how I like it really, little. In the least selfish sounding way possible I do this for myself. As much as I appreciate you all reading it, if I didn't love what I was doing I wouldn't bother. It's made me so happy along through the years, and has shaped my life, studies and career into what it is today. I look forward to the future and what it brings in years to come.

So now here we are. It's January 2nd 2016. A new year has begun, and there are adventurous times ahead. I don't want to set unrealistic resolutions which I'll never stick to, I'm not really into all that. But, what I do want is a more positive 2016. 2015 was a difficult, hard, but nevertheless good year. However, so much is happening for me in 2016 that I just want to make the most of it, live for the moment and not get caught up in the small stuff. So here's to a positive, healthy and happy 2016. Remember that you have all the skills and capabilities within your to cope with anything life throws at you. You are a strong and capable person and that comes from within. Live in the now for it is all that you have.

           Jacket- ZARA // Top - COS // Jeans - ASOS // Boots - TKmaxx // Bag- Primark

This is just an Autumn appreciation post. I love you Autumn. There is this cliche surrounding the season. For me, it's not about the Pumpkin Spice Lattes and the scented candles, it's about the beauty of nature, and the leaving behind of the past. It never fails to amaze me how beautiful our world is. The colours, the textures, everything about it is just so beautiful. Seasons don't last too long here. They come and they go, but when they're here I want to capture them and hold on. I want to appreciate what a beautiful world we live in. Something as simple as a morning walk in the country can balance all the chaos in your life, and make you feel at peace with yourself. So thank you Autumn for bringing such joy and beauty, and see you next year.

SEASON of mists and mellow fruitfulness,
Close bosom-friend of the maturing sun; - J. Keats

I've been trying to get more into skirts. I am a jeans girl through and through, but sometimes branching out is a good thing, so I picked up this beaut light wash denim skirt from New Look. I have a love/hate thing with the whole 70s trend, but I like the look of a denim skirt and white shirt. It has a really classic and chic feel to it, and is perfect for a dressed up, but everyday look.

                                      Shirt - Topshop // Skirt - New Look // Boots - Topshop //

Do you ever get fixated on a clothing item and feel as though you have to have it but your bank balance is screaming at you no. That was me with this playsuit. Although beautiful, I just couldn't justify the £48 price tag for the amount of wear you can probably get out of it in this country! Then an email popped into my inbox telling me that it was Topshop sale time, and to my amazement there it was, my coveted playsuit staring at me for only £20. It would have been rude not to. I adore how cute and girly it is. It has the perfect amount of 70s vibe going on, without looking too obvious. Bell sleeves are a weakness of mine so this was just right up my street. It's also such a versatile piece as it will look great in the winter with tights and boots, or with bare legs and sandals in the summer. So all I can say is thank you Toyshop for you incredible sales, you always manage to get me somehow!

                                             // Playsuit - Toyshop // Boots - Topshop //

I am currently sitting here having owned these products for around 3 days. However, I'm so impressed I just couldn't wait any longer to tell you all about them! I've been aware of the Origins GinZing range for a while, I'd just never bought anything from it. The other day I was in a CCO store, when I noticed that they did a pack with the full size moisturiser, a small eye cream and a travel mascara. It worked out cheaper than the moisturiser itself so just went for it as I'd wanted to try the range for so long. I have to say I thought I would like it, but I really am truly impressed by it.


                                           Origins GinZing Energy Boosting Moisturiser
This is such a beautiful gel-cream texture, that when applied to the skin leaves it feeling silky soft and hydrated. I would say it best suits a normal skin, as if you were very dry I don't think it would be moisturising enough. I apply it morning and night and over the last few days, have just noticed my skin looking a lot brighter and healthier. It also has the most amazing scent, like Orangina if any of you have tried that! Overall I absolutely love this moisturiser and using it is a pleasure.


                                               Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream
This product is amazing. I am not very loyal to eye creams, but I do believe in using them from a young age as prevention is better than cure! I've tried a few eye creams in the past that promise to brighten and de-puff the eye,  but not seen a huge difference. I sleep well, but from stress get quite dark under eyes. Within the first use I noticed a difference in my under-eyes. They looked brighter and less dark which was just incredible. A few days in and my eyes are looking the best I've seen them in a long while. It is a light but hydrating textured cream, with a light shimmer; but I don't find it to be too noticeable when applied. All in all I love this cream and would recommend it to anyone wanting to brighten up their eyes!

                                                   Origins GinZing Brightening Mascara
This is the only more disappointing product of the pack. It's okay, but it's nothing too exciting. I've used better mascaras. I find the brush a bit big to grab lots of lashes. I will use it however though!


                       I can't find the original pack I bought, but here is something similar.
                                                       

I am a bit of a bag hoarder. I love buying them and I find getting rid of bags, even when they're broken, a hard task. You might have seen I did a S/S bag (which you can read here), and I like to pick up a new bag most seasons, so for A/W I had my eye on something small but beautiful. I don't really buy too many bags from Primark anymore, as I find that they tend to break quite quickly, but I saw this one and thought it was too lovely to leave! I've been lusting over the YSL Chain Tassel bags, but quite frankly they are so expensive I find it morally wrong - so this £7 version from Primark will do me just fine!  I love the black croc print detail and the tassel which make this the perfect A/W bag for a black and white lover like me. Having a small bag stops me from over-filling it to the point of breaking my back, and is the perfect size for carrying the essentials.