Hey dolls!
Today's blog is a budget mini haul of a few Autumnal items I've picked up from Primark and Forever 21 that I feel can be used well for layering in these unpredictable months, and some accessorie bits and bobs. You don't have to spend a fortune to look fabulous this season, or buy a whole new wardrobe. Get yourself a few key pieces that will let you work them into what you already have, and layer up.
Primark
Primark - Atmosphere Animal Print Blouse £10.00
I found this top at the last minute on my trip to Promarni (yes, it sounds so much better) and if anyone has visited the Oxford Street store you will know how awful an experience it is to ever bother to try anything on, so the best policy is the quicker you can grab your items,pay and get out, the better! So I was slightly worried about the fit since I hadn't tried it on, but it's actually so lovely. There is a slit down the back (I should have taken a picture of this-sorry!) it's actually not so noticeable when the top is on, and two cute buttons that do up the top of the collar at the back. I think it could be worn on its own on a night out with a high waisted skirt or puff ball mini, some nude or black heels depending on the rest of your outfit, and it would look gorgeously sophisticated. You could also wear this during the day with a vest top underneath with dark jeans, high waisted trousers, or even in the office. I like this piece for versatility.
Primark Scarf £4.00
I like the texture and soft feel of this scarf, I think it would suit any age, and so many different outfits. It could be paired with comfy cardigans for autumn and coats for winter, so many different colours, worn with jeans, or to brighten up an all black outfit - pretty much anything goes! Bargain price too.
Primark Poncho Style Top around £10.00 (I can't remember the exact price as I already took off the tag)
I thought this was a really nice floaty sheer top. There are sleeves so it's not a poncho, but has that kind of style although it is slightly longer at the back than at the front. It's in a peachy/pink colour, and I especially like the lace detail on the shoulders.Although this was probably designed to be worn in the summer, I make it work for Autumn as well by layering it with a mid sleeve cotton polo neck which you can pair with tights and shorts, or jeans - tada!
Primark Ring £2.00
I love Primark for rings, they are so awesomely priced, and their small IS actually a small unlike most store's rings which end up swimming around my fingers and falling off. It is always such a mission for me to find fashion rings that are actually small enough so I'm always happy at Primark. I like the Victorian feel of this ring, it would add a pop of glam to any Autumn outfit, and it can be worn by itself or with other rings as it's not too loud.
Primark Burgundy 'I love my atmosphere tee' £4.00
I already had this in black and was so impressed with the fit and material for a plain T, that I picked one up in Burgundy that I can layer for Autumn and Winter with absolutely everything. The material is stretchy, and it also seems to be a popular colour for this season, so I thought it would be a nice basic wardrobe piece. I paired it with a necklace I randomly found at Boots for around £9 during August (I actually bought it for my mum but I steel it now and then-and yes Boots, who would have known!) I would have also photographed it with a cardi, bangles, and full examples of layering it, but then I figured you wouldn't actually see it that way!
The necklace up close!
Primark Small Purse
My friend gave this to me in a goodie bag for my birthday during the summer and I think it's such a handy little thing for coins/pill packets you always need in your bag/hair clips etc. It's girly and cute, and so yes me likey. I unfortunately don't know how much it is, but it's probably around £1-£2.
Forever 21
Forever 21 Burgundy Bag £28.80
This bag is just SO on season, SO gorgeous, SO burgundy, and SO I just got to have you. So I did. It has a mobile phone pocket, and a couple of pockets for your odd bits and purse inside. There is a long strap that you can use to wear it hanging long over your shoulder, or tuck it into the bag and use the smaller straps to hang over your arm (because you're just so cool like that!). It's quite large and just so perfect. Ok I am done now. As you can see bags are my weak spot...
Forever 21 Tribal Bangles £4.90
Had to pick these up, I love bangles and thought this quite a fair price for a bundle like this. Elsewhere this would probably cost you triple the amount. Brown and gold are colours of the season as well, and will match with the mustard yellow and dark greens that are making their way into our wardrobes, so these were a nice find.
Forever 21 clip earrings £3.15
I really liked these, they have a 'Chanel' type feel to them, and I like these style of earrings they remind me of the late 50s look. You could show them off with your hair in an up - do, or they would look equally nice with short hair, or long hair waved. I'd wear these at night with a glamorous outfit, or dressed down during the day with a comfy slouchy jumper and leggings.
Hope you enjoyed my mini bargain haul! Thanks for reading :)
Love
~Miss Christina C~
Today's blog is a budget mini haul of a few Autumnal items I've picked up from Primark and Forever 21 that I feel can be used well for layering in these unpredictable months, and some accessorie bits and bobs. You don't have to spend a fortune to look fabulous this season, or buy a whole new wardrobe. Get yourself a few key pieces that will let you work them into what you already have, and layer up.
Primark
I found this top at the last minute on my trip to Promarni (yes, it sounds so much better) and if anyone has visited the Oxford Street store you will know how awful an experience it is to ever bother to try anything on, so the best policy is the quicker you can grab your items,pay and get out, the better! So I was slightly worried about the fit since I hadn't tried it on, but it's actually so lovely. There is a slit down the back (I should have taken a picture of this-sorry!) it's actually not so noticeable when the top is on, and two cute buttons that do up the top of the collar at the back. I think it could be worn on its own on a night out with a high waisted skirt or puff ball mini, some nude or black heels depending on the rest of your outfit, and it would look gorgeously sophisticated. You could also wear this during the day with a vest top underneath with dark jeans, high waisted trousers, or even in the office. I like this piece for versatility.
I like the texture and soft feel of this scarf, I think it would suit any age, and so many different outfits. It could be paired with comfy cardigans for autumn and coats for winter, so many different colours, worn with jeans, or to brighten up an all black outfit - pretty much anything goes! Bargain price too.
I thought this was a really nice floaty sheer top. There are sleeves so it's not a poncho, but has that kind of style although it is slightly longer at the back than at the front. It's in a peachy/pink colour, and I especially like the lace detail on the shoulders.Although this was probably designed to be worn in the summer, I make it work for Autumn as well by layering it with a mid sleeve cotton polo neck which you can pair with tights and shorts, or jeans - tada!
I love Primark for rings, they are so awesomely priced, and their small IS actually a small unlike most store's rings which end up swimming around my fingers and falling off. It is always such a mission for me to find fashion rings that are actually small enough so I'm always happy at Primark. I like the Victorian feel of this ring, it would add a pop of glam to any Autumn outfit, and it can be worn by itself or with other rings as it's not too loud.
I already had this in black and was so impressed with the fit and material for a plain T, that I picked one up in Burgundy that I can layer for Autumn and Winter with absolutely everything. The material is stretchy, and it also seems to be a popular colour for this season, so I thought it would be a nice basic wardrobe piece. I paired it with a necklace I randomly found at Boots for around £9 during August (I actually bought it for my mum but I steel it now and then-and yes Boots, who would have known!) I would have also photographed it with a cardi, bangles, and full examples of layering it, but then I figured you wouldn't actually see it that way!
My friend gave this to me in a goodie bag for my birthday during the summer and I think it's such a handy little thing for coins/pill packets you always need in your bag/hair clips etc. It's girly and cute, and so yes me likey. I unfortunately don't know how much it is, but it's probably around £1-£2.
Forever 21
This bag is just SO on season, SO gorgeous, SO burgundy, and SO I just got to have you. So I did. It has a mobile phone pocket, and a couple of pockets for your odd bits and purse inside. There is a long strap that you can use to wear it hanging long over your shoulder, or tuck it into the bag and use the smaller straps to hang over your arm (because you're just so cool like that!). It's quite large and just so perfect. Ok I am done now. As you can see bags are my weak spot...
Had to pick these up, I love bangles and thought this quite a fair price for a bundle like this. Elsewhere this would probably cost you triple the amount. Brown and gold are colours of the season as well, and will match with the mustard yellow and dark greens that are making their way into our wardrobes, so these were a nice find.
I really liked these, they have a 'Chanel' type feel to them, and I like these style of earrings they remind me of the late 50s look. You could show them off with your hair in an up - do, or they would look equally nice with short hair, or long hair waved. I'd wear these at night with a glamorous outfit, or dressed down during the day with a comfy slouchy jumper and leggings.
Hope you enjoyed my mini bargain haul! Thanks for reading :)
Love
~Miss Christina C~
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