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Monday, 8 February 2010

08.02 more colour and an award

Good morning, Happy Monday; hope you survived the weekend! What are your plans for this week? Anything exciting on the horizon?

We're expecting another "big freeze" later this week, so I'm making the most of the currently tolerable temperatures and embracing colour again.
Not that our big freezes are anything like those in the USA (and other countries) and this time I doubt it'll be more than a slight flurry of snow!

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This top is a Primark find, and the last thing left unworn from my shopping trip a couple of weeks ago. I'm clearly taken with the nude colour trend for spring, and added pastel tights that I had forgotten I owned.

Starting afresh with my tag and award resolution, Florrie has awarded me with this

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So I have to tell you all ten things about me and then pass the award on to ten other bloggers.

1) I used to be quite a party animal and always the first to pass out drunk. Now I prefer quiet nights in and never touch alcohol. Does that make me boring? Perhaps so, but I am much more content.
2) I have a thing against vowels and even numbers, they make me feel uncomfortable for some reason.
3) I am a total bookworm and a fast reader.
4) Although I'm very girly now, a few years ago I was more in to Judo, Kayaking and all kinds of outdoors adventure things. I'd still do it now if I had the chance.
6) I'm shy, especially around new people, but once I warm to you, you'll have trouble shutting me up.
7) I am addicted to butternut squash.
8) I find Topshop hideously expensive and way out of my budget, so I pretend I don't like the shop so I don't get too sad about never being able to afford anything!
9) I have an awful short term memory but can remember the most insignificant little details about past events.
10) I get utterly random and insatiable food cravings from time to time. Past oddities have included bananas with dairylea "cheese", and pineapple chunks dipped in ketchup. A great source of amusement to my friends.

Now, I'm meant to tag 10 bloggers but truly, I cannot narrow it down. So, if you want to do this, then consider yourself loved and awarded! I look forward to reading your answers.

Haircut tomorrow. I have NO idea what I'm going to end up with!

xxx

129 comments:

Iris. said...

I love your outfit! Such a nice dress, and I've seen this top at Primark, wanted to buy it but then remembered I had a similar one (but you can never have to many nude tops, can you?! :D)
I don't want another freeze!! I want the Spring to come for good please..
Can't wait to see your new hairstyle :)
bonne journée xxx

Sher said...

Whoa more puffed sleeves, you're on fire!

I'm a fellow bookworm too!!

Oh, can't wait to see your new hair:)

Zmaga said...

Yay, a haircut - you said yourself you needed it! It'll be great, I'm sure.

Alex said...

Those tights are such a gorgeous colour. Beautiful pattern and colours on the dress as well.

I don't really like big shoulders as a trend but you certainly manage to rock them ;)

Dragonfly said...

You look stunningly beautiful (as always) :-)
Have a great week!

Eloise said...

I love the tights, and sigh at a big freeze, we've had enough snow.

Eloise

www.ineedmoreclothes.blogspot.com

blue eyed night owl said...

I love how you combined the dress with those sleeves, it looks really good.

Reading you tag was really enjoyable. I love butternut squash too, so much. You made me hungry now, so I'm off to make some lunch.

dinoprincesschar said...

I love this outfit :) The tights are fab, do you know where they were from?!! me wants :p xx

Lapetitefille said...

did u do it this collage??? i mean is hand made or photoshop?? :) xx

♥Lola said...

So pretty! Love the sleeves :)

apparellel said...

great use of colors! love! i also think topshop is expensive!! i haven't gotten one thing from there yet. but i am so eyeing these sweet platforms right now.it's just too pricey. can't wait to see your hair!

xxx
t

Sophie Carmo said...

Super pretty...I love your jersey...Muaksss and Congratulations for your wizard...

Kel said...

Lovely outfit, as always! love the puff shoulders, can't believe it's Primark.

Good luck with the haircut, sure it'll look fab!

X x

Red Boots said...

I feel the same about Topshop. So expensive for what it is - it breaks my heart. I buy my Topshop from Ebay now ;)

ps: the puff sleeves really suit you!

xx

Mode Junkie said...

love that top babe! i might be coming to london in two weeks if everything goes as planned. :)

xoxo

chandra h said...

♥ the puffy sleeves! perfection.

enjoyed reading your 10 things - I'm with you on #1 (except I was never a party animal - just the last part heh heh), #2, #6, #7, #9, #10. LOL is that like almost every one ?

happy monday <3

Loulou said...

Purple is a really good colour on you, and you're lucky to be able to rock pastels like you do. Are the tights really the minty green colour I'm seeing them as? Because they're super cute. :)

JadeRose said...

you always find the best things from Primark! That pink top with the lovely shoulder detailing is divine. Love!

Claire xx said...

Loved your 10 things! I am too a bookworm! Check out my giveaway - it is book orientated!
Outfit rocks once again!
Claire xx

FashionJazz said...

Luved reading all of these interesting things about you and I luv the shoulders on ur outfit!!! Hope u had a good wknd xx

Marta Represa said...

Oh those really cool sleeves again! Love them! Loved to learn those random facts about you. I'm a fellow book addict.
xxx

Jo said...

Love the outfit, wish it was spring already.

I'm also a book worm and a v fast reader, just love getting lost in the story :)

Also agree wholeheartedly about Topshop, they have some fab stuff, but it's just sooo expensive :(

Looking forward to seeing your new haircut.

Jo xx

Vicki said...

Beautiful as always.
I am the same for #3,6,9 and 10!
That top is amazing, I LOVE Primark!
Vicki xxx
P.S. Am sure whatevr you have done to your hair will look amazing.

the style crusader said...

pineapple in ketchup?!?! that is hilarious. i would never have thought to eat that together! loving your colours! we've been having snow/rain all day over here... not fun! xx

marian said...

love the puffed sleeves beneath that printed piece! really liked resding these tid bits about you honey!
i am a bookworm too! Books are just brilliant.

oh i cant wait to see what you end doing hair cut wise!
big kiss
marian.

Kallie said...

wasn't topshop affordable like way back when? it is sooo depressing now. i lovelovelove your pink top!

as told by kiki said...

aawwww.....you look soo sweet in your outfit dear. :)

YAY to kayaking and all outdoor thingys!

Naka said...

i really want those tights ^^

Naveen said...

hi nice floral designs looks cute
fashion looks great

LadyBug said...

Love the puffy sleeves and pastel tights! You the opposite of me, I have a fear of odd numbers!
x

Susan said...

That pink top looks adorable, I love the puffy sleeves! Topshop is not so great anymore. I used to love it but it is waaaay too expensive for all it is...£60 for dresses which are no better quality than Primark, etc? No thanks! xx

Tashie said...

Beautiful outfit as always. And I am very much like you, hardly drink any alcohol and very rarely venture outside :D We're not boring I'd just like to think of myself as a homebody. And I wanted to ask, how did you make the necklaces? xxx

Kristin said...

What an incredibly gorgeous blouse lady! Wow. Congrats on your award!

xoxoKrysten said...

Love that outfit and congrats on the award!

Caroline said...

I love that dress!! Apart from black and white, purple is pretty much the only other colour in my wardrobe.

Pineapple and tomato ketchup isn't that bad - think hawaiian pizza. I used to eat banana and cottage cheese sandwiches all the time at uni.

I can relate to being a fast reader. When I was little no-one ever believed that I read things. My parents and teachers used to do spot tests!!!

C
xxx

Leah said...

Love your girly outfit... girly suits you well sweetie! xoxo Happy Monday!

Leia said...

That strong-shouldered dress is just fantastic! You look so pretty, as usual.

I am NOT looking forward to the 'big freeze'... I like snow, but not being cold!

Charlotte. said...

i love your outfit!

CLAUDIA KITTEN said...

Love the outfit.
Claudia xxx

Amy said...

I love learning all these facts about you almost as much as I LOVE this outfit of yours. You have totally made me want to get a puffed up shoulder top and pastel tights ASAP.

Also, I am totally the same way as you: shy when I first meet people, but afterwards I won't stop talking to you. LOL

xoxo
Amy

http://thebargainhunterextraordinaire.blogspot.com

Jess said...

love those seafoam tights!!

Vintage Vixen said...

You should change the title of your post to "Pretty In Pink" 'cos you are!
Can't wait to see the new hair style!
Vix
xxx

moretolifethanlettuce said...

pineapple in ketchup??? haha i thought i had some weird food cravings but i think that takes the cake (so to speak.) i used to be a party animal too but am now much more content to have quiet evenings. maybe we just grew up a bit? :)

Lottie said...

those sleeves!
wow :)

Fabiola "Fab" said...

OMG this is so perfect!!! This might the best outfit for me! you look fabulous!!!

prettyneons said...

Hiya hun, I just saw your email from like a week ago- I'm so bad at checking my inbox, so, so sorry.I am replying right now :)

By the way what a wonderful whimsical outfit!Gorgeous colourway too---you snazzy thing you!

peace & hugs XxXx
prettyneons

Mara said...

I love how your paired the two dresses together! You look great! I'm a bookworm too :)

dressed to please said...

thanks! your dress is sooooo hot! i like it!!!!Hope u visit & follow me.

nookie said...

congrats on the award dear!love your dress!

Jen said...

Oh, do something wild with your hair! I think you'd look gorgeous with a bob and blunt fringe.

Love the exaggerated shoulders of your top. So pretty!

James said...

Pastel tights... hmmmm. I think I may have to do some of these....

The Blonde Duck said...

I LOVE your dress!

Thursday the husband and I are going to dinner at an elegant restaurant. No idea what to wear--any suggestions?

chelsea rebecca said...

oh i love your wonderful list!! so great getting to know those things about you!

and i love the puff sleeves! you're so tiny so its such a great contrast! beautiful!

Susan said...

I love those shoulders! :)
have a lovely week, xoxo

Jen said...

i love how you layered this dress over that pink top (the shoulders are so intense, i love it) :)

i'm the opposite of you in terms of numbers. i have a love for even numbers since everything is paired off...if that makes any sense...haha

Vicki said...

Love this outfit!! cant wait to see ur new hair do! :)
magpie-girl.blogspot.com xo

Niki said...

Pastel tights... yum yum! x

Patricia Snook said...

Hello! Mmmm... Butternut Squash, my tummy is all a rumbly! My sister has your top and it's utterly lovely, looks fab with with jeggings. Pinapple chunks and ketchup, you know, it actually sounds good!!!

Have a fab week girlie! Thanks for the comment about my ring, it's a silver fairy which I bought in Paris a few years ago. But.... she looks uh... on close inspection like she's uh, touching herself! Quite bizzare! I didn't realise at the time!

xoxo

* Reena Rai * said...

Still loving the puff sleeved dress! I also think Topshop is overpriced, and have a terrible short term memory but crazy accurate long term!

Nathalie said...

Loving the outfit. Those tights are absolutely adorable. You look like a breath of fresh air
*Nathalie

Nathalie said...

Loving the outfit. Those tights are absolutely adorable. You look like a breath of fresh air
*Nathalie

kpeach said...

such a fun look! xo

Fashion Cappuccino said...

I love the print dress!! So cute over the nude top!! I'm also a bookworm but sadly I haven't read anything in a while. xxoxoxoo

Elizabeth said...

The top is gorgeous!

Laura said...

Great outfit!!

Heather said...

hehe love the minty green tights and awesome sleeves!

oooh cant wait to see your new haircut!

What Would a Nerd Wear said...

i love the springy colors and the way you've layered the dress to become a jumper.
and those mint (is that the color they are?) tights are just awesome. i keep hoping to find light-colored tights in my drawers in the morning, but alas, they have not materialized yet...

Zanah said...

I love your Pink top... especially the details on the shoulders ! :) Mon Mode Blog

A Whimsical Girl Named Debbie said...

Don't you look darling as usual! Looking forward to seeing the new "do"!

http://girlwhimsy.blogspot.com

Viva La Fashion said...

good luck with your haircut. you must be nervous. :)

i really like the pruple dress. the color is stunning.

June Paski said...

great list, and great outfit, I love u combine all of them I really fall in love with ur puffy shoulder top and the pattern on ur dress, very great colors, congars for the award!

ps would you like to exchange link ?

xxx

June Paski said...

great list, and great outfit, I love u combine all of them I really fall in love with ur puffy shoulder top and the pattern on ur dress, very great colors, congars for the award!

ps would you like to exchange link ?

xxx

Clau! said...

Your blouse is so cute! ñ_ñ

heart charlie said...

I love the shoulders on this shirt you are wearing!

Stephanie said...

The puff sleeves are amazing! I really like your blog.

xx
theotherchic.blogspot.com

Pia said...

congrats on the award! and i don't think you are boring because i too prefer staying inside now. i think i partied too hard a few years ago... hehe.

MissNeira said...

I love the colors you put together, and love the shoulders!

Devina said...

Wow... Great outfit... So chic..

Audrey Allure said...

i love your outfit, so pretty!

FEDERICA said...

Congrats darling! You look soo pretty with this outfit!
Federica
xoxo

Sahakiel said...

My weekend was quite, with not so much action... but this upcoming weekend I'm going to see Biffy Clyro on concert!

Congrats for the award, dear!

Haute World said...

That nude blouse is perfect for spring, but I'm glad you're already wearing colors now. It's so depressing it's gotten colder this week again!

P.S. Topshop is hideously expensive for what it is, so don't worry. I can afford their stuff and still don't shop there ;-)

kirstyb said...

loving all the colours you got going on ehere xoxox

Fee-AMore said...

Very bold outfit. The puff sleeves add on so much more element to the outfit. I also have the gold fish memory (short term memory) for current happening, but exceptionally not for past events too. How ironic, huh. :)

Eva Internazionale said...

I'm really into sleeves and shoulders now, so I love this. Not to mention the color is great, so gentle.

notjustmedical said...

Your tights are adorable! Loving the pastel outfit.

I am not looking forward to the big freeze. There was some hail today!

And I'm so glad the flapjacks were a hit. I think I'll be making some more soon, they're so easy to make!


S
http://notjustmedical.wordpress.com

Victoria-H said...

Oh Dear this is sooo pretty ! You look absolutely adorable

Stacy Lou said...

hey, hope the haircut goes well. somehow whenever I go I never end up with what I wanted. Perhaps thats me not explaining it right tho! Look forward to seeing your new hair! x

Victoire said...

I absolutely love the blouse :) so cute and whimsical!

Madeleine Miranda said...

Hi! It's been a while! Your outfits still look lovely as usual, I do hope that you are well!

Best wishes,

M.

Julia, the Thanksgiving Girl said...

lol at 8. Although I have to agree, some of tehri items are overpriced considering the quality of some of them...

Good luck with teh haircut!! :)

betz said...

lovely dress. love the puffed sleeves!

xx,
betz
http://herarmoire.blogspot.com

Suzie said...

Beyond amazing...especially love that colour of your top...well primark rulz :) They really make some nic stuff!!!

Jojo said...

Totally love this missy. Love the colours all together. Be adventerous with your hair. Can't wait to see it.

Love Jojo

xxx

The Trendy Fashionista said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I gave you an award on my blog. Come check it out.

-The Trendy Fashionista
http://thetrendyfashionista.blogspot.com

Obscene Rabbit said...

pineapple chunks dipped in ketchup ooh that made me pull a funny face omg what does that taste like intense i would imagine.

new haircut thats always exciting cant wait to see.

Fashion By He said...

congrats on the award, you have an amazing blog! love your style

can we link exchange??

-He

fashionbyhe.blogspot.com

Stephanie said...

I love your outfit! Especially how the pink brings out the lighter pastel colors in the dress.

Kisses,
Stephanie

eternallyfashionablylate.blogspot.com

monica w said...

u have such a nice floral collection

nuheila said...

Love your shirt!!!


Nuheila

Tuesday said...

I find Topshop a bit expensive for their kind of style too, I seldom go there. I'd rather go to my all time fave All Saints and BT2, quite expensive but the material is quite worth it... Or I forgot to mention about River Island too!

Cassiopeia said...

ADORE the top... You look gorgeous! :-D Xxxc

Taryn said...

what cute sleeves! love this :)

Couture Carrie said...

Love this look, especially the blouse!
Congrats on your award!
I love butternut squash too!

xoxox,
CC

Terence Sambo said...

love ur pastel leggingssss

Do stop by my blog and show some love too :o]

Elaine said...

Love your pink frilly blouse!

clothedmuch.blogspot.com

Christina said...

That nude top looks REALLY pretty. Nude with black is my favorite look, but it looks great here with color!

Fashion Court said...

THOSE SLEEVES! EEEEK! absolutely amazing!

Emma Odette Barnett said...

Go short! It would be adorable.

www.emmaodettebarnett.blogspot.com

Miss Caitlin S. said...

Looks faboosh on you! I could never wear that. I love it.

Lizz said...

Heh, I know exactly what you mean with no.1. I'm a horrible stick-in-the-mud now, but I've had quite enough with the drinking.

You look absolutely wonderful in the dress, and the pastel tights bring to mind spring time and all things lovely.

dancinginchiffon said...

love that puffy sleeve top!

Lucy said...

love the sleeves! good luck with the haircut :)

The Style Rider said...

Lovely color pallet of clothing!
Can't wait to see your hair!

Michelle said...

You look so cute! All I ever do when it's cold and snowy outside is wear jeans and huge sweaters!

Etrapar said...

if you don't drink, that doesn't mean you are boring...oh...and as a secret, I also don't drink but I smile often...so it doesn't matter at all ^.*
kisses

Mila said...

Love your outfit,amazing sleeves!

Filipa said...

I too love staying in!!!! Oh gosh, there's just nothing better than not having to go out in that freezing cold, into the sweaty gross club.. dont get me wrong, I love dancing, but I hate clubbing! Sometimes I feel like such a boring dork for it, but I guess I'm not alone :)And I'm so jealous for you being fast reader, that was always my dream! :)

Rianna Bethany said...

The shoulders are looking awesome, great colours too
Rianna Bethany xxxxxxxxx

Patty Ann said...

love the shirt underneath! the shoulders are awesome!

love,
Patty Ann
AlphaBetaChic Blog

Cafe Fashionista said...

You pull off puffy sleeves so well, Laura! I love this look on you!! :)

Daisy said...

I do rally really like those arms ! Must get one of those tops i feel!

Becca Jane said...

I LOVE this outfit! It looks fantastic! The shirt is unreal. Fabulous!

The Urban Fashion Gal said...

I love that top!
-theurbanfashiongal.com

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