THINGS I AM LOVING #1 | LIFESTYLE

These four things are my current obsessions! The first thing I am loving at the moment is my new Perspex Mules from Zara. These were a last minute purchase before a night out, and honestly I am so glad I bought them. They are the comfiest pair of heels I have ever worn, and I have worn them every time I have been out since. I must admit when the perspex heel trend first came about I hated them and I just thought it was a big no, but recently my opinion changed and when I tried them on I was like I love them!! Also at £29.99 what a bargain.  

The beauty product I have been loving at the moment is the Fenty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation. I have had this foundation for a few months, and have been using it for all my nights out since. I have combination skin, and it works so well with my skin. I have a lot of scarring and hyperpigmentation from when I used to have acne, and it covers it really well. I use a powder on top too, but I think if you had a dryer complexion you would not need too. 

A social media platform I have been loving recently is Bloglovin'. You can follow me here! This is a platform where you can follow all of the different blogs you love to read all in one place, and it makes it so much easier rather than searching for all the blogs it is altogether. It is a good way to discover new blogs too, because you can see what blogs people follow from the people you follow already, and helps to see some new blogs which you would not have discovered. 

The last thing I have been loving is this Zara Bag. I have been wanting a new small handbag for ages as I always end up taking a massive bag which is so unnecessary as I just end up taking out rubbish I don't need with me. I spotted this bag when I was shopping, and the thing I loved the most was where it sat on my body. I always find that crossbody bags always sit too low on my body and I like the look of it being quite high. (You can see it styled in this Blogpost) It is really good quality, and I think it looks much more expensive than it was! I actually found it quite challenging to find a black leather handbag with gold hardware, so I am really pleased with this purchase. 

What have been your favourite items this month? 

Lorraine x

THE STATEMENT BLAZER | FASHION

I don't know about you, but my most worn colour is definitely black! So adding a print to your outfit can change the whole look. This houndstooth print is very easy to pair with an all black outfit, and also makes it look smarter too. I bought this blazer to wear for work as it is smart, but the longline style makes it slightly more casual and stylish. I also love the double breasted buttons, as it makes it different to just an ordinary blazer. 

I styled this over an all black outfit that was a knitted plain top for warmth, and some leather look trousers and a block heeled boot. I accessorised this with a crossbody black leather handbag with gold hardware, and I think this makes the outfit look much more expensive. I accessorised with a simple rose gold watch on the wrist, and nothing else, as I think the print speaks for itself!

This blazer is so versatile, and can be worn casually with some loose cuffed trousers, and a simple crop, or can be worn smartly like the way I have styled it. This blazer is very affordable to add to your wardrobe, and a very versatile piece. I hope you love the outfit!

Lorraine x

Items worn: 

Blazer: BooHoo

Knitted top: Primark 

Leather look trousers: Zara

Bag: Zara

Boots: ASOS