Fresh Fashion From December

Fashion Union Boots

Fashion Union Monochrome Dress

H&M Chunky Knit Scarf

Lord of the Rings Evenstar Pendant 

Throughout December I've been focusing on my winter wardrobe and as per usual, I collected a whole lot of accessories and shoes, but not much in the actual clothing department. 

I was lucky enough to receive some items from Fashion Union and they helped in a big way. I was desperate for a pair of flat Chelsea boots that I could comfortably walk around Manchester in and then these appeared on my doorstep. They are super comfortable and look amazing. They're a shorter style than a lot of Chelsea boots, but as I have beautiful cankles, they are the perfect height.

They also sent me a monochrome mini dress, which I picked out on a whim. It's not the sort of style I usually go for, but it hangs really nicely and is amazing, thick quality, making it the perfect winter day dress. 

One very recent purchase (as in 2 days ago) is this black chunky knit scarf from H&M. I found it in the back room with some of the goth/grunge pieces and it's the softest, warmest scarf I have ever felt. It's pretty freaking chilly in the UK at the moment so this is an absolute life saver. 

Finally it's my pride and glory, my gorgeous Lord of the Rings Evenstar pendant. I saw one of these in a small jewellery shop when I was about 13/14 and I instantly fell in love. Back then, I couldn't afford it and neither could my parents, so I resigned to the fact I may never have one. Then, after a horrendous 2014, I decided I needed to buy something for myself, to remind me that 2015 is a fresh new year and so I 'rewarded' myself with a official Lord of the Rings pendant. It is just as beautiful as I remember and it's made me accept the inner geek that I've been fighting for so long. 

What fashion finds did you collect over December? Did you get anything for Christmas that has become an essential wardrobe staple? 

A/W Fashion Haul

I recently went to my wardrobe on a cold autumn day to find that I own next to no clothes, great. My wardrobe has always been a bit lacking, but recently I decided to scrape some pennies together and go A/W shopping. 

My first point of call was of course Primark, being a poor student and all it seemed like the most financially viable option. I was actually pleasantly surprised by the choice in chunky knits and festive jumpers. They also had a great range of winter boots to suit everyone's tastes. 

H&M also showed promise in the knitwear department, I always overlook H&M but it's definitely worth a look at the moment. Overall I ended up with a good few decent items which will surely keep me toasty over these chilly months. Take a look, you might see something that takes your fancy! 

June/July Collective Haul!

  I'm not going to lie, I've been a bit naughty with my money lately. I am supposed to be saving for a potential tour of the US after graduation, but I'm the worst saver ever! I have managed to bag a few things that I've been eye balling forever though, so I suppose I can justify my spends right?  

This haul right here is a bog ole' collection of the goodies I've bought in the past two months. Some of it I needed, some of it I just plain wanted!

First up is the Fast shampoo and conditioner set. I did a sort of starter review on this here, I will be doing updates on how my hair is getting along with it though. I've used it in the past and it proved succesful so thought I'd give it another bash now that it's available in Boots.

Then we have the Barry M Gelly nail paints. You probably already know that I'm OBSESSED with Barry M. They are by far the best nail polishes I have ever used and I have quite a few in my collection. I decided to take advantage of Superdrug's 3 for 2 nails offer and grab the entire summer collection. I also picked up a confetti nail effects polish in Sour Apple to complete the offer (there's only 5 shades in the summer collection).

If you read my July lust list, which can be found here if you're interested, you will have seen this little gem. This is the Urban Decay Glinda Palette and I've been in love with it since it was first released. I love the fact that the actual palette can be kept and reused, it really makes a lovely addition to my palette collection. You also get a free 24/7 pencil in Rockstar and a Saturated Lip Color in Glinda, bargain. 

 I also picked up another Nivea Regenerating Night Cream because I ran out of my last one, I decided to try the normal to combination skin formula this time around. I usually go for the dry to sensitive skin version but fancied a change. 

We then have the products that I've bought purely from reading blogs, you guys are not good for my bank balance. First we have the REN F10 Smooth and Renew mask. I bought this after reading Little Red's review and it was also in my July Lust List post. I wanted an exfoliating mask that was kind on sensitive skin and didn't contain any beads, this guy sounded perfect. I've never tried any REN products before so I'm excited to use this! I also got two lovely samples, one of the Glycolatic mask and one of the Hydra Day Cream.

I also grabbed a bottle of Moroccanoil from Regis in the Trafford Centre. I've heard constant praise for Moroccanoil but was always just too frugal to pay out. I only bought the 25ml bottle because I just wanted to give it a test drive, I have to say I will be purchasing the full size when this runs out.

Finally I picked up some of Clinique's Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm. I got this because Caroline Hirons was raving about it and I'm trying to stay away from frothy cleansers. I've had one go of this so far and I have to say I'm pretty impressed. 

So that's all I got guys, I will be doing reviews of everything so keep an eye out and make sure you're following me on Bloglovin!

Have you tried any of my recent purchases?