Life Right Now

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So, do you remember about two blog posts ago when I said I'm back into blogging and am ready to blog consistently? Well, clearly that turned out to be a big fat lie. General life is getting in the way. I thought I'd just summarise things becuase sometimes it's just nice to know what's going on in someone elses (or keeping track of your own) life. I thought I'd structure this using headings which are questions everybody and their best friend has been asking lately.

"How far are you on your UCAS application?"

 I'm in my last year of school (how did this happen, seriously) and so everyone is finally having to put the post 18 plans that have always seemed so far away, into action. I've always been a little cocky when it came to my five year plan which has been in place since the second week of year nine. So really it serves me right that I completely changed my desired career/degree about two weeks before the majority of university open days were coming to a close. I have gone from fashion journalism to criminology. Luckily I've managed to sneak in three real open days and two independent visits. Crossing one off the list because I didn't like it, that gives me four universities to apply for so far. I am going to sneak another visit in next week and then hopefully I have my five.

All I need to do now is dust off my personal statement that I've had in draft mode for a month and tweak it and delete entire paragraphs to fit in the news ones I've had floating around in my head for a fortnight. Get it checked and double checked by three different teachers and two parents and then that's finished. Fill in my last little details (most of them), pay my ucas money and send it off. Then hopefully wait for some offers to roll in or cry about my lack of offers while eating some Ben and Jerrys frozen yoghurt in front of a fifth consecutive episode of NCIS.Who am I kidding? I'll be doing that whether universities send me offers or not.

"Have you started driving yet?"

I'm not proud of it but I'll be honest, my answers became a little snappy to this one. I just wasn't one of those people who wanted to drive the minute they turned 17, if that's you then good for you because hey, you'll be driving sooner, but please assume that after the 100th time of asking me that I will tell you when I start. I knew I wanted to learn before uni but I just didn't really mind when. However, I got asked this at work and in a bit of a busy panic told someone I was starting the next week. (A bread re-filling crisis apparently makes me spurt out lies, who knew? yep, bread crisis) This accidental lie meant I actually had to get around to booking some lessons, spend more than a months wages and hit the roads. My driving instructor is so lovely and I'm loving driving, even if I do feel a little awkward when seven cars are driving very slowly behind me. The clutch sometimes forgoes my mind and I'm definitely no stranger to stalling but so far so good.

"You out tonight?"

Honestly, probably not. It's cold and my family are too busy critiquing the Strictly dancers and perfecting our 'Severrrrrn'.  If it isn't Strictly, I'm probably meant to be doing some school work and/or revision so I'll definitely be on tumblr listening to Taylor swift. Aren't we all?

Hope you're having a wonderful week, 

Victoria xx

What's In My Makeup Bag?

My make up is all high street and this is pretty much what I wear daily. I also sometimes blend a moisturiser in with my foundation but I haven't pictured it because I have no loyalty whatsoever and just go with what's cheapest. I don't really bother doing anything different with my make up for school, one because I don't have time in the morning and two because it's school so..

What's In My Makeup Bag?

Maybelline False Lash Effect Mascara

Collection (formerly collection2000) Blusher in Breathless (on its last legs as you can see)

Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner 24hours in Intense Black 01

Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation in 100 Ivory

Collection Fast Stroke Liquid Eyeliner in Black (note: I haven't replaced this since they became Collection and I use it everyday, it's such a little bottle but goes so so far)

Collection Long Lasting Concealer (The name always rubs off so that might not be exact but it's a bit of a holy grail in the blogosphere so you've probably seen it before.)

KCO Eyebrow Filler Pencil - I think I must have got this at the Clothes Show because I don't remember buying it, I use it as an eyeliner not on my eyebrows.

If you've done a similar type post I'd love to have a look at it if you could leave me the link.

Hope you're well,

Victoria x

1 - Boots £24.99, New Look
2 - Beanie Hat £4.99, New Look
3 - Scarf £7.99, H&M
4 - Jumper £16.99, Internacionale
5 - Nails in Thorn £6.50, Topshop
6 - Nails in Domestic Goddess £6.50,Topshop
7 - Skirt £12.99, Internacionale

I'm back in the blogging game, just! It's taken a while but I'm starting to get excited about posting again. I have a few outfits in mind that I want to photograph and post but if I'm being completely honest my room is a mess at the moment so I need to deal with that first. Nevertheless, I'm still excited about this post as we've reached my favourite time of year and my favourite type of clothes.

The weather has taken a turn for the freezing cold and the rain is no stranger (is it ever?) so it's time to bring the knitwear back out and begin the coat hunt. To start us all off, I've put together an Autumn/Winter wishlist.

The plum and wine colours are everywhere right now, they're so beautiful and elegant and perfect for Autumn. I think I will definitely invest in that scarf and the more I stare at the skirt, the more I love it. Reminds me a little of an early season Blair Waldorf. Maybe that's just me.

What is on you're Autumn Winter wish list?

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend,

Victoria x

I'm so far out of the blogging game! Somtimes you do just lose inspiration (and time), it happens to us all. So here is a post to give you a little inspiration, remind you about the cute little things and hopefully just make your day a little better! 

Victoria x

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A black sun dress and my dads jumper

Dress - Jack Wills Online Outlet (old)

Jumper - Rocha John Rocha (my dads - it got shrunk)

Belt - H&M

Bracelets - Gifts 

Bag - Next (old)

I took these outfits the same day I took these. I was in the mood to mess around with outfits and have a little play around piecing together things I hadn't before. I'd had the idea for this outfit floating around in my head for a while but never got around to putting it together, so while I was playing dress up I thought there's no time like the present and here we are. 

This is quite different to anything I usually wear but I think that's why I like it. The JW dress is quite 'poofy' and while I don't mind that it doesn't provide much shape when looking at me face-on, I didn't like how it looks profile. Enter my trusty H&M belt which must have featured in the majority of my outfit posts. The belt provides shape for when the dress is being worn alone. I added the jumper and I think it makes the outfit go from what could be summery (despite the colour) to an Autumn/Winter look. 

In terms of accessories, I'm a really simple girl. I don't like a lot of them, if any but I felt this outfit needed a little something so that It isn't completely one colour. The bag and the belt go quite well I think because of the similar colours and textures. Both of these have gold accents so I threw on a couple of gold bracelets I have. 

I really would value your opinions on this outfit. I love hearing what other people think. What would you change, what would you add or where would you wear it? 

Victoria x

After all these years

Top - Primark

Jacket - New Look (old)

Skirt - Matalan

Belt - H&M

Nails: Main nails - Jade Stone, Accent Nails - Top Turquoise

Maxi skirts have been on the scene for ages now and I bought this skirt almost a year ago but hadn't worn it until recently because I didn't feel quite brave enough. I think this skirt does highlight the fact I have big hips which I was a little self conscious about but then I thought "my hips are big, so what?". And bang, I'm in the maxi skirt. However, I am still taking baby steps. I wore this outfit on holiday with my parents last week where I was pretty sure I wouldn't see anyone (I recreated the outfit at home for photos). I really love it though so I think i'll definitely bring it out in the hometown when the weather's appropriate!

This top was an absolute bargain (£2 down from £5) and is also really quite long so I suppose if your feeling  confident and have some jet black tights that you could wear it as a dress as well. It doesn't show in the photos but it has a really cute tribal/aztec kind of pattern on it. I don't know the word for it but the pattern is slightly 3D on the top (?) which gives it some subtle texture which is always nice. 

I hope you've had a wonderful week so far and are looking forward to the weekend. I've been having a mass clear out of my room which resulted in two bags of rubbish and one for the charity shop. I still have to go through desk and storage box draws to de-clutter but it feels so good! I'm working this weekend but might be going to Nando's for my friends boyfriends birthday. Although it's a big 'might' because I don't think he's into organizing it very much. What are your plans?

Victoria x

Parka Life

 Parka - Primark - £16
Top - H&M (customised)
Skirt - H&M
Belt - H&M
Bag - Primark (very old)

Today, I'm introducing you to my new baby, my pride and joy. This is my new green parka. I had originally gone shopping looking for a dupe of the well known parka/leather sleeves Zara jacket that had apparently been massive last year, something I had completely missed. However as I caught on this year round, I wanted in. Zara don't sell it anymore (to my knowledge) but a lot of high street stores have dupes on offer. See River Island and Topshop. I was surprised however to see that Primark had joined in as well. I was trying Primark's version on (annoying my friend for opinions while she slumped in the corner with a headache - sorry!) as I spotted this little gem. I tried them both on, trotted to and from the mirror countless times but settled on the parka with the advice from my lovely friend.

I just know I am going to wear it countless times, it goes with almost anything. It's also really lightweight so is perfect for school. Although, it doesn't have a hood and I don't like the sleeves rolled down but hey, I'll be cold and have wet hair but the parka will still look good. (right?)

Last week I got my AS results, I'm happy with what I got (AABC) but cried none the less. I don't know what happens to me, whenever I get results I cry, good or bad. Anyway, I went for a celebratory meal with two of my best friends the day after and wore my parka over my new playsuit.

Sorry it's an instagram photo but I didn't have time to take a decent photo and I've shown the playsuit so recently that I thin it would just be repetitive. (Also, I was in the middle of unpacking so, mess!)

Are you into the new parka trend? 

Victoria x