Trying the Trend: The Denim Skirt

I've never really been a 'trendy' kind of gal. I've always been an admirer of trends from afar, and try to play it quite safe when it comes to getting dressed for the day, but this year, I'm determined to experiment a little and try something new.

OOTD: The bargain dress I don't want to take off

So you may or may not be aware but from the end of July last year I've been on a weight loss/health journey, (which you can read more about here) and I've actually been quite successful on it.

Trying the Trend: Geometric Prints

Don't worry, you are on the right blog. Instead of my usual beauty babble, today I thought I'd share a bit of a fashion-esque post. I've really been loving all the geometric shape clothes that are out at the moment. On a recent stroll into New Look near work (I really need to learn to stop browsing the shops on my lunch) I spotted this gorgeous blue, white and black print blazer and new I wanted it to be mine.

I really love blazers, however sometimes I just don't know how to wear them. What I like about this is that it's a mix between blazer, Kimono and light weight jacket. It has the structure of a blazer, the feel of a Kimono (very soft fabric) and pulls an outfit together like a jacket.

Needless to say I've been pulling this jacket out on every occasion I possibly can. I really love it. I can see it being a bit of a summer staple for me.

What do you think of this trend? Yay or nay?

Laura xoxo

Trying the Trend: Ripped Knees

Ripped knees seem to be in everyones jeans at the moment; and I've got to say I'm quite liking this trend. There is something cool about having a bit of your knee on show, but not showing your whole leg. Well, that's my opinion anyway.

I've been eyeing people with ripped knees for a while now, so, with the help of Kat's video decided to create my own. I decided to do this with a pair of faded black jeans from Dorothy Perkins, as I already had a another pair set to replace them, and I decided it would be more money savvy then just buying a pair.

I'm pretty happy with how they turned out to be fair as I'm not the most creative of people in this way. I quite like how they're not directly even, but do think I could sandpaper them down a bit more too. For a first attempt, I'm impressed with myself.

What do you think of this trend?

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: Stop Trying to Make Winter Happen

It's already happened!!!
In case you can't tell, the weather is having a serious BF (bitch fit, for those of you who haven't watched White Chicks.) I went shopping at the weekend and got a blouse I thought was gorgeous for summer, but I've realized I'm going to have to make it work for this swinter we are having right now.

The top is from New Look and it reminded me of some crockery my nan had, and I love it.

Of course I would prefer to be wearing it like this:

So please hurry up summer.

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: New Addition

I picked this dress up from Asda for £16 a couple of weeks ago, after seeing it and falling completely in love. I think it's the lace peter pan collar that did it for me, along with the fact I've been desperate to add some black dresses to my collection.

Now I've got it home, I'm on the fence about it. It's not the most flattering on me, but that I can deal with. I think the main part is trying to dress it down enough to be worn in the day time as I feel it has a very old fashioned/dressy vibe to it. 

Regardless of how I feel about myself in it, I love the dress, and felt I just had to share it with you today.

Happy Friday :)

Laura xoxo

P.S I also feel very Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's in this dress, and in true making myself look like an idiot fashion, here is me trying to be here!

Fashion Friday: Third Year Student

So, a little different Fashion Friday post this week (at least there is one?) although I'm sure anybody fashionable would find me commitable for using Fashion in the title, at least it's Friday. So, as I'm sure I've moaned enough, you will be aware I am in my final year of university, and just like anybody in education, before we can get all jolly and merry, we have to meet our deadlines. So with that in mind, my blog has taken a little back seat, and my creative cap has moved onto desire in two texts I've studied this year (true story,) but I didn't want to leave you with no post again, so I thought I'd show you essential student deadline attire.

Unless I have to leave the house, I do not get dressed, and to be honest these clothes shouldn't be seen by anyone, but hey ho, this is only the internet right?

To get this look you will need, a comfy hoodie, this is where your dad, brother or boyfriend come in very handy. You will also need a pair of unflattering trousers and a pair of slippers.

Make-up should be non existent and hair should resemble a very messy bun.

Hopefully this time next week I will be finished for a while and stop doing this:

And be able to do this:

Happy Friday everybody, work is calling.

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday - Sparkle With Every Step

I spotted these beautiful boots, when shopping with a friend, however they didn't have my size. Then when I was in Bristol I struck lucky and managed to nab a pair.

The heel is hardly anything which makes them super comfortable, but still gives you a little lift.

I just love the sparkly detail on the back, I think it is perfect for this time of year.

I just had to share them with you, and you can pick them up from New Look for £24!

What do you think?

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: What I Wore

Dress: George at Asda

Necklace: Dotty Dolly

As I've mentioned, last week was my best friends birthday, which resulted in the usual night out to celebrate. I started looking for a dress to wear about two weeks before, and after numerous stressful shopping trips, the night before I was meant to drive down, I walked into Asda and saw this, for the bargain price of £14. Needless to say, I was rather chuffed. I love the detail on the sleeves, and just how simple it is. I borrowed my friends burgundy clutch on the night, and I was really happy with how it turned out.

Have you got any, saved the day pieces?

Laura xoxo

What I Wore this Week

It feels nice doing another one of these posts, I actually really enjoy them, who'd have thought haha! This week has been pretty much uni based, with a lovely shopping trip with Rachel, a trip to the hairdressers and seeing my beautiful baby sister and brother.

Monday: Shirt: George at Asda // Scarf: Topshop

Tuesday: Top & Boots: New Look // Skirt: Topshop

Wednesday: Cardigan & Skirt: Topshop // Top: Fat Face // Boots: New Look

Thursday: All Topshop - I also wore my New Look Boots

Friday: Top: Topshop // Jeans: Dorothy Perkins // Boots: Primark // Scarf: H&M

Saturday: Top: George at Asda // Jeans: Dorothy Perkins // Shoes: Zara

Today will probably be a joggers day, I got up at nine to do some uni work, and now rewarding myself with a shower and blogging, oo how exciting my life is.

Also, the most exciting news of all, I now have an iPhone, wooo! I've never had a phone with internet before, which is probably why, if you follow me on Twitter, you will see I've become a tweeto'holic.
But this also means I now have Instagram which excites me immensely. If you have any app recommendations please let me know!

Instagram: callofbeautyb
Draw Something: LauraTrysToDraw

Give us a cheeky follow if you like!

Have a lovely week :)

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: What I Wore...

....tonight?
Yes, you read that right, this is the outfit I plan to wear tonight. I know, I'm very prepared. I don't know if I've mentioned but I'm currently in Kent, for one of my best friends 21st birthdays, and writing this post on Monday actually, (so prepared) because I really wanted to show you this dress as I'm just in love with it. So yes, I shall be wearing this when we go out celebrating tonight!

Dress & Clutch: Dorothy Perkins

Shoes: Debenhams 

I've decided to pair the dress with my nude heels which make me feel very K-Middleton and a nude clutch to boot. Overall, with the up-do too, I feel very classy and elegant, which had to happen sooner or later right?

Also, I only picked this dress up on a whim, thinking ah well, I'll try it on, and was pleasantly surprised with it. So it just goes to show, you don't know until you try.

Anyway, what do you think? 

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: One Jumper, Three Ways

I have wanted this Topshop jumper for soo long, and I finally got my hands on it Sunday, and I love it. I wore it to uni on Tuesday and it is just so comfortable, and really worth every penny. So here is three different ways I could wear it.

Shirt: Forever 21

Skirt: Topshop

Boots: New Look

This first look is one that is now my favourites. I really love my Topshop skirt and these boots too, I feel like it just gives a more girly look to the jumper.

Everything: New Look

This is a look I think you could make a work to evening outfit. I love that this jumper is high enough for me to wear a short necklace with it.

This is the way I actually wore it to uni on Tuesday, comfy and simple.

So here are three ways I would wear this jumper, how would you?

Laura xoxo

Also, really sorry for the quality of these pictures, it's been a long week, but really wanted to get this post up and I didn't have time to re-take them.

Face of the Night

If you read yesterdays post you will know that on Saturday night, a group of friends and I decided to go on a little night out, which turned into a big night out, and me with my head in the loo most of Sunday morning claiming I was dieing (tmi? Over dramtic?) Anyway, I was quite impressed with my make-up, but as I was at my friends house getting ready, I wasn't able to get many pictures, and they aren't the best quality, but still wanted to share it with you.

Base:

Chanel Bronze Universal

Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation

Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer

Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Concealer

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder

Eyes:

MAC - Naked Lunch, Satin Taupe, Handwritten and Woodwinked

MUA Disco Glamour Palette

Stila Natural Eyes Palette

Loreal Super Liner

George Brown Liner

Max Factor High Definition and False Lash Effect Mascara

Face:

Benefit Hoola Bronzer and Hervana Blush

Dior Amber Diamond

Lips:

Revlon Lip Butter in Sweet Tart

Barry M Lipgloss in 122 Impulse

Outfit:

Top: New Look

Skirt: George at Asda

Clutch: Dorothy Perkins

Shoes: Debenhams

What's your staple going out item?

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: Currently Loving...

...my dip hem skirt!

Ah, yet again I am actually trying to do a fashion post. The back garden, whilst providing a good back drop, also makes it quite a lot easier to get pictures. But I really wanted to share with you my gorgeous skirt, so a set about making another make-shift tripod, finding a spot in my room, and here is the result.

If you saw my What I Wore this Week post, you will know that I picked up this gem at Asda last week, for a mere £10. Bargain!

The fabric of this skirt is so soft and comfy. Perfect and airy for the summer breeze, and whilst I thought it would be clingy, it actually isn't.

and ta-da.

Another 'outfit' post done. Another love broadcast across the internet. And really, I think it is quite a find.

What are you loving at the moment?

Happy Friday,

Laura xoxo

Fashion Friday: Christening Outfit

On Sunday it is my little sister's Christening, and as the weather has been so lovely & I could get outside, I thought I would show you what I plan to wear. It also gave me a chance to prance about in front of my camera. I'm such a cool person!

I picked this skirt up from Warehouse in the sale for a steal of £13.50, and I love it. I think it looks really nice with this top, but would also look great with a black vest top and a denim shirt if I can get my hands on one.

(Yes I'm aware at the stupid picture, but it shows the top of better.)

My lovely Nanny & Grandad from New Zealand bought me this top from Dorothy Perkins for my b'day, and I love it. It is a lovely chiffon material that flows and hangs lovely. I love tucking tops like this in to skirts, and I think the colour is just beautiful.

My shoes are from New Look, but are rather old, but I've just learnt how to walk in them!!!

This is me 'trying' to do the fashion blogger, 'I'm just doing a poop' stance, but bloody hell, just after the camera took the picture, I toppled over! Lavley.

And in case that wasn't evidence enough why I shouldn't be a fashion blogger:

I cut my head out of pictures.... alot!

I enjoy doing this pose tooo much...

So yes, this is what I'm wearing, and I love to make a prat out of myself in front of a camera.  What a worthwhile post no?

What do you wear for Christenings? Have you found anything in the sales? I normally hate sale shopping, but was rather impressed with Warehouse this year!

Happy Friday :)

Laura xoxo

P.S In case the collection round my knee doesn't give it away, my tan is fake!!!

This One Saturday...

... I actually left the house in the evening! Shocking I know. I'm a very much a home bird, and enjoy quiet nights in, but last Saturday, I went out for a lovely meal, at The Harvester, with my best friend as for some reason, she is going away to California for two weeks and then goes to Iceland for sixteen days, five days after she gets back, and she is leaving me behind!

Anyway, enough moaning, I really quite liked my make-up that night, and thought why the heck not show you guys too!

Base:

Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer

Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer

Dior Forever Skin

I place the concealer on first, the just dabbed a tiny bit of the Dior foundation in areas with Redness.

Eyes:

Stila in the Light Palette: Bare/Sandstone/Gilded Gold

Loreal Super Liner (not pictured)

MAC Powersurge

Max Factor False Lash Effect

MAC Paint Pot in Painterly

Face:

Benefit Hoola

Benefit Hervana

MAC MSF in Soft and Gentle

Lips:

Barry M Lipgloss in 1 Impulse (not pictured)

And here is a little OOTN picture :)

Are you a party animal, or book and bed gal?

Laura xoxo