Haul | Primark Edition

I mentioned previously that Primark have been on top form this year so far, so on my last few visits I have not left empty handed.  I saw a top and some shoes on their Instagram account and knew I had to have them. I've learnt my lesson with Primark, if you want something you have to get it as soon as you see it or you'll be disappointed. So with that in mind, I went over to Liverpool with my nan on Friday and managed to pick up the things that I wanted and more (unfortunately, I forgot to photograph the other two tops I bought, but they'll definitely be appearing in some outfit posts). 

First things first, I saw these shoes and immediately I wanted them. flatform pumps. How cute are these for Spring? I'm not a fan of flat shoes, but have wanted some slip ons for ages, so these were a perfect match for me. I have a thing for ugly shoes.

I am very much a hat person and after seeing a recent haul post by Amy Valentine where she had purchased a grey fedora, I went in search for one myself. Unfortunately they never had the grey one in store, but I got this gorgeous black one instead. After all, it's my signature colour. 

Say goodbye to florals this Spring because colour blocking is taking over and what better way to embrace it than with these gorgeous blazers? There is so many different colours to choose from, but I went for this cool grey colour and amazing green. I am so tempted to purchase more already (I know, I'm so bad) and cannot wait to rock them when I finally go back to work in May.

After staring at these culottes every time I stepped inside Primark, I finally plucked up the courage to purchase them. It was quite brave of me to go for something to far out of my comfort zone but I'm ready to embrace them and I am really looking forward to styling them.

I picked up this gorgeous red, scalloped top to go with the culottes, how nautical (I even have a pair of blue peep toe flatforms on the way to go with it). This top is going to be so easy to dress up or down and I absolutely love the scalloped hem. This is going to be the most versatile item of clothing in my wardrobe from now on. 

Onto my bargain coat next! Would you believe this beauty was only £10 in the sale?! I saw it last Friday and put it back, then when I got home I regretted my decision instantly. Whilst I was on the train on Monday, I told myself if it was still there, I would buy it. Upon entering the shop, I went straight to the coats, there were two left, a girl had hold of one, the other one was a 14. I was sad. The girl put hers back. I picked it up. It was my size. Hallelu! You could say it was fate. 

Finally, some more practical additions to my wardrobe. With the adult decision to start getting fit this year (mainly so I can fit into my outfit for George's Christening) I thought I should buy some actual gym clothes. Primark have some absolutely gorgeous things, girls were practically fighting over the clothes (no, I'm kidding). I got these fabulous little grey and teal items and they are actually making me excited to work out. Who knew?

So that's how I've spent my Christmas money this year anyway.

What do you think of my haul?

Rachael xo

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Fashion | Primark Top Picks

Primark have been spot on lately and I've practically been living in their clothes. My local Primark isn't very big, so today I popped over to Liverpool to pick up some things I saw on their Instagram. In addition to all the knitwear I bought before Christmas, the chunky slip ons have been added to my wardrobe (I'm a sucker for ugly shoes) and I can't wait to style them with some tights and shorts come Spring. 

Owl have been a recurring theme within my house since I picked up some adorable own cushions (also from Primark) and I absolutely love this candle, it's amazing. The chunky shoes are fabulous, so classy and I don't own a classy shoes so I think another purchase may be on the cards. I'm really into knitwear at the moment, I'm all for being warm and snug so this little cardi may sneak it's way into my wardrobe shortly too. 

What do you think of my picks?

Rachael xo

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Wardrobe Essentials | Black Ankle Boots

At the weekend, I spent a quick thirty minutes sorting through my wardrobe, binning anything that no longer fits and things I never wear. As a matter of fact, it's long over due a proper sort through and I definitely need to be more ruthless with what I get rid of.  I sorted each item into shelves, knitwear altogether, skirts altogether etc, when it got me to thinking, how can one person possible need all these clothes?  It then, inspiration hit and I thought I'd put together a list of wardrobe essentials, key pieces I believe every woman should possess.

If there's one item of foot footwear a girl should own, it's a pair of black ankle boots. From a skater dress, to a pair of jeans, there's not much these babies won't go with. I picked these up from Primark earlier in the year for £15 and they have barely been off my feet, you can probably tell they're well loved! I've worn them to gigs, out shopping, out for lunch, I even wore them when I was pregnant. They're just so comfortable and versatile. 

If heels aren't your thing, you can get flat ankle boots which work just as well. A recent to the Trafford Centre resulted in me buying some bargain biker boots from New Look. These are just as comfortable and versatile, I really love them and they might be my new favourite boots, but ssh, don't tell the Primark ones! I love the metal detailing on these boots (alas it has worn away slightly at the back with wear which isn't ideal).

What are your wardrobe essentials?

Rachael xo

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OOTD | Thigh Highs & Blanket Scarf

++ FEATURING ++

Blanket wrap: New Look

Jumper: Primark

Leggings: Primark:

Gloves: Primark

Hat: eBay

Boots: H&M

Bag: Vivienne Westwood

Since Peter has been off for Christmas we've spent most days home in our pyjamas being really lazy, after all that's what Christmas is about! Yesterday we had to go out to run some errands so off we went to Liverpool. We did what we had to do, popped into Next to spend our gift voucher. We picked up the cutest little Christmas jumper for George for next year in the sale, as well as a little Star Wars tshirt for when he's a bit bigger. Adorable, I know. We then went to Costa to feed George where I had an orange hot chocolate complete with cream, it was pretty great. It tasted like melted Terry's Chocolate Orange. Mmm. After that, we went for some food and drink in The Shipping Forecast where I had a pulled pork burger, pretty good, but where doesn't do burgers these days? 

I have been after these boots since thigh highs and knee highs came back so they went on my Christmas list straight away. I've been dying to wear them for weeks so they deserved a day out! I paired them with my shiny leggings and a long jumper too keep the look quite casual. I was so unsure about wearing a blanket wrap, despite seeing a lot of people wearing them because I was scared I'd look like a sack of spuds but I really really love this outfit! 

What do you think of my outfit?

Rachael xo

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OOTD | Bump Edition 28 Weeks

Dress: ASOS // Kimono: Boohoo // Earrings & Necklace: New Look // Bag: Primark // Shoes: eBay

Life lately has meant putting blogging on hold for a while. I vowed at the start of the year to be more blog active, however, with being pregnant, starting a new job and moving house, you can probably imagine how hectic things have been for me! 

I'm back this week with a little outfit post. During my pregnancy, I have moped about the lack of pretty pastel clothes until ASOS came to my rescue with this adorable little number. After seeing it on their Instagram account, I knew it had to be mine! 

I'm not normally a lover of pastels but this Spring/ Summer I've been swooning over them, so when I saw this kimono on Boohoo, I NEEDED it. 

I am most definitely going to be rocking this outfit many a time during the rest of my pregnancy (not long to go now!) given the sun stays out, but who can predict with the lovely British weather we're so accustomed to?

Are you loving pastels just like me?

Rachael xo

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OOTD | Bump Edition 25 Weeks

Dress: New Look // Sunglasses: Primark // Sandals: Primark // Flower Crown: River Island // Necklace: eBay // Bag: eBay

So the sun was out at the weekend, so after a day of carpet shopping, baby shopping and kitchen designing (as well as a cheeky McDonalds) I took the opportunity to snap some outfit photos in my mum and dad's back garden.

I've been so busy the past few weeks with my new job and sorting out the house that I just haven't had time to blog, or even when I have had time after work, I've been too tired to bother. It's hard work this pregnancy lark! 

I wanted to show off my maternity dress which is from New Look. It was in the sale quite a few weeks ago (I bought it before I had a bump) but you can still find it on here. My bump looks really big in it, but it's just so comfy and still flattering! I love New Look for clothes, so it made me happy to discover their maternity range. I really like what I wore on Saturday, especially since I get extremely grumpy when it comes to maternity clothes! 

What are you wearing this summer?

Jegz xo

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Wishlist | Accessories Edition

1. Flower Bun Garlands | 2. Winged Ring | 3. Cat Ring | 4. Watch | 5. Sandals (Primark) | 6. Winged Sandals | 7. Midi Rings

I haven't posted a wishlist since my Stepping into Spring post and that feels like a life time ago! Since I cannot buy any pretty clothes this Summer, I've decided I'm going to treat myself to lots of new accessories. It occurred to me whilst doing this post, I don't own many accessories, so it seems pretty apt. 

For those who know me, I love having a massive, messy bun and these little bun accessories are perfect for making them look so much cuter and put together. I'm definitely going to be purchasing a few of these beauties. 

I already own the Primark sandals in black and they're so comfy and cute I know I'll be purchasing the white ones as soon as I get paid. I doubt many of these items will stay on my wishlist for long and will end up in my basket - maybe everything apart from the winged sandals which are waaay out of my budget, but pretty amazing yes? 

Do you like the items I'm lusting after?

Rachael xo

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OOTD | Bump Edition 21 Weeks

Vest top: Primark // Skirt: Primark // Shoes: Primark // Denim jacket: New Look (old)

Bag: New Look (old) //Flower crown: River Island (old)

Who says you can't rock head to toe in Primark? I have mostly been stressed about clothes recently due to my ever growing bump. Tonight, I went to see McBusted and threw together this little monochrome number. At the moment, I can get away with still wearing some of my usual clothes which is quite lucky! None of the clothes I have on are maternity (I hope you can tell I'm pregnant and I don't look too frumpy).

I bought these sandals last week from Primark and have been dying to wear them since I got them! They're super comfy and the straps are adjustable which is just perfect - especially when my feet may swell. I might just be purchasing them in white as well! 

What do you think of my outfit? 

Rachael xo

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Haul | Birthday (and baby) Haul!

Maternity dress, New Look | Maternity tshirt, Next | Special Delivery tshirt, Next | Oversized long vest tops to go over bump, Primark |

Two x skinny maternity jeans, Primark | Ballerina Pumps, Primark |  Nail varnish | Soap and Glory goodies |

I actually got three packs of rainbow Twizzlers but I've eaten one oops! | Midnight Hour by Celia Rees | Professor Layton games for my DS | Fall Out Boy Save Rock and Roll |

A sad but amazing film about adoption | Tickets to see Wicked eeek | Zom-B Gladiator by Darren Shan | Poptarts | 

Baby Changing mat - Matalan | The cutest baby grows ever! |

Okay, so I turned 24 last week and got very spoilt for my birthday! As well as all the goodies above I got a coach built pram for my little baby when he/ she finally arrives. My lovely other half, my mum and my mother-in-law (to be) all chipped in for the most perfect pram ever! I'm so excited for my little bean to arrive so I can show the pram off (and baby of course). 

So glad I got so many maternity clothes as I'm going to need them quite soon. I have a wedding the beginning of March so I plan on wearing the burgundy dress to that. 

After I had my 12 week scan, I couldn't help buy this amazing changing mat! I had to buy it as soon as I saw it. The neutral baby grows are just adorable, it's just so hard to find neutral clothing as everything is pink or blue. Guess that just means I won't be able to go mad with buying baby clothes because if I knew what I was having, I wouldn't be able to resist buying everything I saw! 

What do you think of my haul? 

Jegz xo

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