What makes you happy? | 09/08

I've been thinking a lot recently about these past few months and how they have been challenging in many ways, but also filled with wonderful happy times.

Here's a few that I thought I'd share with you all;

July 5th

Last month I went to Brighton for the day with my Sister, Her Boyfriend and our friend Emma.

We sat in the sun and walked about, but then I went for a little stroll on my own through the lanes and went to Snoopers Paradise (tut heaven!) and honestly, I really enjoy my own company sometimes! Just being able to take your time to look around places and not worry about anyone else is nice!

August 7th 

This is Ella Masters. We me through my awesome boss Ree Ree Rockette and honestly she's probably the most honest, down to earth person ever? We have so much in common and always manage to share a giggle. We also love to shop, which is... y'no my fave thing! Isn't it weird how people who are just like you kind of just turn up in your life and make loads of sense? haha.

August 7th

I met Ella in Camden for coffee on this day, I've fallen back in love with coffee again. We have a love-hate relationship with each other, sometimes I get the shakes and panic; sometimes I just buzz my tits off.

Also Camden, why do I neglect you for Shoreditch? You're just as lovely! 

April 30th

On April 30th I had my first day at Rockalily Cuts. I had fallen out with Hairdressing after I had my confidence knocked by someone I admired. BUT one day I found Ree and Ree found me. Now 3 months on here I am! I'm doing more hair than I ever have before and more importantly I can be myself! I'll be qualified early next year, and until then I'm loving every second. Working in London is beautiful, exciting and always different. I am so so content.

ciao x

SPRING / SUMMER WISHLIST 2016 | WHOISJOSIEWHO

So, Summer is around the corner and I've crawled out from underneath my rock to get a sun tan. Most of my wardrobe is quite suited to summer and I can always find nice little bits in Charity Shops but there's a few things I'd really like right now!

Leather Strap Shoes

£25.99

Pull & Bear

I just totally love these! They look so easy to slip on and off, which is something I love in a shoe. They also remind me of some sandals I had in my teenage years that I wore to death! They'll go with everything. LOVE.

Retro T-Shirt

£10.00

Pull & Bear

Need I explain this? It's awesome. The printed T-Shirt trend is awesome & Pull & Bear are killing it with their affordable designs!

Post Mid-Volume Backpack

£60.00

Herschel Supply & Co

Summer makes us all extra lazy & at the moment I'm lugging all of my overnight things to my boyfriends in a Fred Perry Holdall which is absolutely killing my shoulder. I need a new backpack because hands free to eat crisps whilst walking plus even weight distribution. win-win I'd say. 

Classic Black Backpack

£65.00

Fjallraven Kanken 

Okay yes. I'm blogging about this flipping backpack again. They're everywhere I go and I want one! Also to solve my shoulder bag dilemma. Back Packs are COOL. Say no more.

Black High Tops

£47.99

Converse

So my Boyfriend had a wee moan at me for constantly wearing my £1 Boots all of the time but they're just so damn comfy! I've taken a boot hiatus and started wearing my converse again. I really want a black pair because I already have white & Black goes with everything too. 

Oliviah Leopard Print Chiffon Maxi

£15.00

Pretty Little Thing

This skirt is my spirit. It's fabulous. Imagine it with a strappy crop-top and the Black converse. Sunglasses. Sunshine. Want. Need. Pls Gooby. 

That's all for my wishlist! I'll try really hard to get back into blogging more! I really will!

lovelove

xxx

Photo Diaries | One |

Hello!

Today I thought I'd start a new section of my Blog where I post a few of my favourite photos from the weeks past. So here's a few photos from January to now!

| Black Moth Barbers |

My temp workplace over Christmas, absolutely loved it. Brilliant Haircuts & People.

|This Shop Rocks!|

Another Brick Lane treat, Finding a type writer with Jack & the only letter pressed down is J? LOVE.

|Portobello Road|

Jack took me on a Surprise trip to Portobello Road! I've never been before It was lovely. 

|Two Happy Beans|

Can you believe that I went into the Charity shops and bought nothing and Jack came out with an American Apparel T-shirt & a Topman Coat?! In WHAT world?

|Dansette|

My Record Player, I got some Records over Christmas : Florence & the Machine - How big, How Blue, How Beautiful | Kate Bush - Lionheart.

|All About that Bass|

Speaks for itself. P.s. how cool is my Pull & Bear coat?!

|Kathryn Ursula|

In the process of being tattooed by the lovely Kathryn, she is exceptional. I love her!

|Gypsy Woman|

My new tattoo, I'm in total love with it!

Have a good week!

lovelove

xxx

Everything £5 | Jan/Feb 2015

Hey everyone! Sorry It's taken me so long to get a new Blog Post out for you, I had no idea what I could write about but I promise that this one will excite all bargain hunters!

Unless you've been living under a rock, You may of heard of Everything £5 before, IT IS THE GREATEST THING.

Along with some of it's...not so great items are some very awesome little finds and the best part. Everything is £5. EVERYTHING.

Need an outfit for a night out? Boo boo, WE GOT YOU.

A vast majority of the sites stock is made up of what I believe to be Boohoo, Misguided, ASOS, Topshop & Primark. You don't know what you'll find if you have a little browse!

If you're interested in anything make sure you get in and nab it before the sizes go, they update their stock nearly every day so it all quickly sells out!

Here's some of my current faves!

Maroon Check Cotton Shirt

HERE

Charcoal Contrast Jeans

HERE

Fringe Side Suedette Boots

HERE

Poppy Print Swing Dress

HERE

Suedette Ankle Strap Platforms

HERE

I Love the Poppy Dress! Such a cute item similar to that of Topshop! Delivery starts from £3.95 so who can resist?! 

lovelove

xxx

A/W Wishlist. | November 15 |

I could honestly say that 2015 has been my favourite year yet for trends. The summer 1970's trend absolutely killed it. So much suede and floaty chiffon, All of the things I have loved since falling for vintage Fashion at the age of 14. 

Spring transitioned to summer, bringing Flares and Micro mini skirts.. then Autumn crept in and brought Ankle boots, Knee boots & 1960's gogo fashion. Team a mini dress with ankle boots and a winter coat? TRANSITIONAL PERFECTION. YES YES YES. 

Here's a few favourites that I WISH I could afford right now...but since my last blogpost, you can imagine I can barely afford a Freddo.

A GIRL CAN DREAM :

PETITE Poppy Print Dress

£48.00

Topshop

I love a little bit of floral for the winter. This dress is slightly peasant style with the long sleeves and frills but the colours are autumnal and very pretty. Tights + Wooly Scarf + Boots = Perfection.

PETITE Textured Bell Sleeve Dress

£42.00

Topshop

This is just a simple Little Blue dress. I love love love it. Need I say more?

Juni Coat

£65

Monki

I've been looking for another long-line winter jacket. Something keeps pulling me into the idea of a trench coat. This cream/off white number is so gloriously chic.

Sleeveless Utility Denim Dress

£20.00

Miss Selfridge

Can we just? I am so in love with all the Denim dresses I've been seeing this year!

Marc B Bella Across Body Bag

£35.00

ASOS

The perfect little bag for every outing! Granted if I had a really good rummage I could probably find a retro lookalike in a charity shop, but for now we have this as GOALS.

Lace Up High Heel Shoes

£29.99

ZARA

Out of all of the suede shoes I've seen this year these have by far won my heart. I would beg, borrow and steal to have them on my feet immediately. I may have to to seek some babysitting work....

So that's just a few things, I could sit here for hours showing you what I love! Hope all is well for you all.

love love 

xxx 

TOPSHOP DENIM STAPLES | SEPTEMBER 15

I can't be the only one who is totally taken by all of the awesome denim Topshop have in there stores at the moment.

I could cry because I can't buy them all... but I can pick my favourites and show you them!

MOTO Denim Western Dress

£42

This, by far is my absolute fave. Every time I go to Topshop I just stand a whimper over it because £42? *cri evri tym* BUT SO PERFECT. MUCH DENIM. WOW.

MOTO Bright Blue Button Front A-Line Skirt

£28

Ahhh, the button down. Seen on.. Everyone this summer? But seriously, It doesn't get better than this! Those Penny Lane vibes!

Petite Slim Dungarees

£48

Gosh I want some black dungarees so bad. They're so sweet and practical, perfect for University or college! Maybe one day I'll cave and get a pair.

MOTO Fitted Western Shirt

£29

Denim shirts are legit awesome, I often question why I don't actually have one myself? Am I mad? But they're great for when you don't feel like wearing a denim jacket but you still want a little suttin' suttin' to keep you warm.

There's my picks! Hey, maybe I'm getting the hang of this blog post lark again?

lovelove

xxx

SEPTEMBER CATCH UP | WHOISJOSIEWHO

Hello!

I've been away for a little while and I do apologise, I lost my motivation for blogging and ended up hitting the wall completely when it came to things to write about.

I've decided to keep blogging though! New beginnings approach where I'll be starting University and I'm super excited.

I'll still be posting where I can about fashion but you may see more costume design and practice posts crop of from time to time!

Swoon did so well over the summer that I'll be designing a Winter range too, so keep peeled on my instagram and the Swoon instagram (@sisterswoon) for updates!

lovelove

xxxx

SWOON 1970'S LOOKBOOK

Hello loves!

It's been quite a while, many apologies! I've been working really hard on Swoon recently which if you didn't already know is my own Clothing Label! Everything is handmade by me in the UK & I absolutely love it!

I brought out wave two today, Which is all listed at £11 and under on my store now linked HERE.

I got hold of my good friend Nicole and asked her to help shoot a Lookbook, Which turned out so lovely! It's 1970's inspired fashion &I'm so happy with the photos.

Here they are!

lovelove

xxx

✿ OOTD | GOGO GIRL ✿

Hello!

I have a snazzy OOTD for you today featuring my New £1 Leather Boots which I found in a Charity Shop. IM SO IN LOVE. 

I found them ...or maybe they found me? After weeks of being outbid on eBay for similar pairs and I'm just so happy!

I wore this ensemble to Stratford Westfields with my Sister to do a bit of shopping for her Birthday!

What I'm Wearing:

Leather Jacket

H&M

Black Jumper

Unknown, Found in my house haha!

White Shirt

Forever 21

Suede Mini

Swoon

(My own Brand! Link Here)

Tights

Primark

Booties

Charity Shop

I'm also wearing my White Fluffy Bag by Kylijane on Instagram! I Love it so much!

It was tres windy if you can't already tell! & I have minimal outfit angles because these weird men were watching us...

HERES A CLOSE UP OF MA BOOTS IM SO MONICA GELLAR

RIGHT NOW

How amazing??? £1!!!!

Hope you all have a lovely week!

lovelove

xxxx

1970's Influences Primark Haul | May '15 |

Hey loves!

A few bits from Primark for you all today! I've been eyeing up some SS15 Pieces that all have a really 1970's Vibe! 

I don't often shop big at Primark anymore, I have the joy of being employed by them & It feels like handing your wages back! Which anyone in Fashion Retail can relate to, am I rigggghttttt?

Yesterday I felt like treating myself however because I had experienced the rarity of not only a non-busy Stratford Primark BUT I also found my size (6) in EVERYTHING. MA GAWD.

Shirred Crop Top

£3.90

Primark

This cute little thing is originally £5, for some reason It was extra cheap in Stratford so I couldn't say no!

There was one left in my size also, So I grabbed it haha.

This is such a cute piece for the summer & will literally go with EVERYTHING.

Sports Stripe Hotpants

£3

Primark

I love these! They're wicked 1970's and have an American vibe! You can just see Farrah Fawcett or Goldie Hawn wearing these!

Button Down Mini Skirt

£10

Primark

IM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS. Ever since It came in with the new season I'd Wayne Campbell it with the 'It will be mine,oh yes,It will be mine.'

And now it is! Also, weirdly this went through at £3? Did somebody mess up? haha (I won't tell if you don't!)

Foundation Stick

£2.00

Primark

I also got another one of these foundation sticks. Similar to the Kryolan TV Makeup sticks, They're banging for doing a bit of cream contour Drag queen style!

I already have the medium one for contour & now I have this one for highlighting! Also an excellent match for my pale skin too,It's so hard for me to find things that are actually pale!

That's all for today, What's your favourite Primark purchase most recently? 

lovelove

xxxx