Inside The Jewellery Box...

Swarovski Mimosa Rings

My husband bought me this set for my 30th birthday - I wanted a piece of jewellery (something that lasts) for a special birthday. I got them for a couple years now and I still totally love them.

You can wear them together or alone, of course. 

First ring has an heart shaped red stone, the second an oval light pink stone and the third is a gold rose with pave' crystals down the sides of the flower; all bands are a darkened silver toned colour, which is a bit different and the vintage style of the setting.

 I also have the matching bracelet with the pink stone - the picture doesn't do it justice, the colour is actually more intense and they are really cute worn together to add an extra feminine touch to any outfit.

xxx

Inside the Jewellery Box...

I started this series few months ago and I got to say I received some really positive and nice feedback from you, guys... Thank you so much for your lovely comments!

Today I'm gonna share some custom rings that I own:

I prefer thin rings and my favourite are stackable ones; I don't mind a big statement cocktail ring but it has to have a thin back, otherwise I find it uncomfortable to wear and make my fingers swell.

I like to wear these 2 rings together - the hammered on the left is from Accessorize and the second from Orelia @ Topshop. I like the dark stones and I think they look good together. 

 This set is from Topshop, few years ago - I usually wear them all together, spread on middle and index finger. My favourite are the rose and white band with the hearts.

 The 3 rings on the right were an absolute steal. I got them on ebay 4 years ago and paid £2 for them. The metal is still vibrant as the day I got them... shame the ebay shop is now closed, I would have picked more.

The purple bow ring is from Asos, it was also £2 on sale - It's cute!

This ring is from Dannijo - I like the oxidized metal, the chain and the military-esque stars.

Probably the biggest ring I have - my husband always says that it doubles as a weapon... hehe fair enough! ;)

 Left ring: I really like purple&turquoise combo. I actually found it on the floor in a club I used to work when I lived in Cardiff... It's from Swarovski and it fits so I decided to keep it. I really like it, actually.

 I like the idea of the laser cut diamond shape but this ring is just soooo impractical to wear.

Cocktail rings:

l-r: Topshop, Topshop, New Look, Miss Selfridge, Warehouse

This is one of my favourite - I like blush, as a colour, a lot!

I wear it with this bangle set with the matching blush bracelet and distressed metal.

 Another cheap set from Asos.

 Rose gold is my favourite metal, currently and I thought the thin, empty hearts of the earrings were quite cool.

 Finally, the oldest and most precious of the set: this is a Russian gold ring and my mum bought it for me, about 15 years ago. Love the vintage, classic style.

So, what do you think?

I'd like to see some of your pieces too - link me back to your blogs :)

xx

I'm back & Haul

Hello ladies!

Yes, I shall resume normal blogging activity now - apologies for being quiet in the last couple of weeks but starting a new job has been particularly challenging: I've been very busy and just generally pooped at the end of the day... brain-in-pulp syndrome.

Also, I managed to spend time with my sister which was really good.

Now, I'm starting to get used to the pace so I'm sure I'll be able to fit blogging nicely in my new routine. :)

So, today I bring you a haul of different bits and bobs that I've acquired in the last few weeks.

River Island Navy Lurex Scarf

This scarf was love at first sight - It caught my eyes as soon as I walked into the store.

It's navy which is the colour that I gravitate towards every winter but it also got some khaki green that will go nicely with my birthday parka. In the mix, there are also some rose gold lurex filaments which makes it extra special to me... I don't know, I really love it and it's so much prettier in person... bit pricey at £22 but it's going to be my autumn/winter staple, definitely!

Marks & Spencer Limited Collection Beauty Bag

Another item that I couldn't leave in the store when I saw it.

I don't really need another washbag but hey, it can always come in handy... of course, my love for owls had a major influence in buying it! ;)

It's quite compact but looks roomy enough and I like the rigid zip frame at the top that keeps it open (easier to rummage through your stuff, especially like in a public toilet for a quick touch-up).

Finally, I also picked up a couple of rings in New Look since they were on offer - buy one get one free.

Gold Multi Agate Stack Rings is a set of 3 stackable rings in gold metal with a pink, gold and black rough agate. I thought these were really pretty and definitely looked more expensive than what they are; I like to wear them all together or split them between the middle and index finger.

I also got the Grey Facet Stone Ring for free which is perfect as a statement ring on the middle digit; the stone is quite transparent and the faceted cuts reflect the light beautifully.

Finally, a reminder that my giveaway is still open - you can enter here!

xxx

Inside the jewellery box...

Reiss Ginger Necklace

Today's offering is a recent acquisition that I got in the Christmas sales in January 2012.

It's a fine gold plated chain with a cushioned resin square pendant in a warm amber colour.

I'm loving multi-faceted stones lately and this orange/brown colour is so easy to match in every season; really like the hammered details on the pendant frame, too.

I got it for £14 down from £49... I just wish I could have found the matching ring as well but it went sold out superfast. :(

Well.. if you see it around, give me a shout! ;)

Do you ever shop in Reiss?

xxx

Delivery / Asos

I placed a cheeky order on Asos.com few weeks ago... well, not that cheeky after all since everything was on sale.

Yeah, I kinda of trained myself to avoid the website, otherwise I would order something every bloody week - still, I let myself indulge during the sales... good compromise, right?! ;)

ASOS Lula Ballet Flats with Colour Block

I've been wanting a pair of pastel flats for few months but couldn't decide on the colour... so I went multicolour - yay - and I like the metallic inserts, too.

These were pretty affordable at normal price (£25) but I got them for 13quid which I'm very pleased with. I wear a 7Uk and the shoes are a bit on the large side but the 6 was too small... oh the joy of being an half size, NOT!!!

They didn't come in a box but they sent them in a dust bag, at least.

 Oasis Pearl Flower Stretch Ring & Earrings

That's a lovely wee set for under a tenner! The earrings were £6 (down from £10) and the ring only £3 (down from £12).

The rose gold caught my eyes, at first... and then I thought that the pearl and the black enamel combo were kinda of Marc Jacobs-esque, too.

 I just wish the earrings thingy on the back was central but they are small enough that the flower doesn't actually hang off the earlobe (am I making any sense here??!)

 Nice detailing of the metal, tho and the ring is stretching so is very comfortable and no issue with the size there.

 Ted Baker Raspberry Ring

There's a whole series of jelly fruits from Ted Baker... I've also seen a yellow lemon and green apple; you can get the matching pendant, too but I actually got the ring to wear it with an Hobbs necklace that I already got (just realised that I never featured it on the blog so I'm gonna post a pic below).

I wanna bite it!!!

 As always, every detail is perfect - there's an engraving with the brand and the size on the inside of the ring and the packaging per se is outstanding.

Hobbs necklace

Did you hit the Asos sale? :)

FOTD - with Revlon Fire & Ice

FACE

Mememe Seventh Heaven 

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum in no. 52 Vanilla

YSL Touche Eclat in no.1

YSL Blush Radiance in no. 5

EYES

Mac Paint Pot in Rubenesque

Blink + Go Mascara

YSL Eyeliner Effet Faux Cils in no. 4 Sea Black

LIPS

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in 720 Fire & Ice

Skirt: H&M

Shirt: Zara

Ring: Swatch - original post here

Wellies: Hunter - here

Versace for H&M

So, finally I managed to buy something from  the H&M Designers Collaborations.

Two years ago, quite naively, I went queuing for Jimmy Choo but invade. 

Santa was very generous tho as he brought me the clutch that I wanted. :)

Then, last year I gave it a go on the website - I wanted the earrings from Lanvin line but I had no luck. 

Again, this year I tried to buy few bits online and surprisingly I managed to get THE 2 items that I wanted. Hurray!!!

Btw, the order took forever to arrive. I thought it went lost in the mail because it was supposed to arrive between 21st and 25th and I just received today. On top of that, the box wasn't even sealed!! What a disgrace.

I, mainly, wanted the ring and I'm glad I got it in gold (I could have chosen the red version but, having seen the enamel flower on the bracelet, I'm happy with my choice). I thought I needed a L but it was sold out so I ordered the M anyway. Good news - it fits perfectly on my index finger!

It's probably more 'bling' then my usual style but I like it.

I like the wee colourful box too. :)

Unfortunately, the bracelet is going back!

I tried it on but as soon as I move my arm 1 flower slides on the left and the other on the right, leaving the gap in the middle... I feel it doesn't sit properly and simply don't like the look of it. I rather have my money back.

Plus, there's another collection coming out in January - I already have my eyes on some nice floral pumps instead. ;)

What do you think, girls? Should I have kept the bracelet?

Accessories of the day

On my way to London. Bored on the train so I thought to share what I'm wearing today.

Ring: Orelia at Topshop
Cuff with cameo: Urban Outfitters
Watch: Breil
Wraparound Bracelet: Disney Couture
Bleeding Chanel necklace: don't remember, sorry - US website though.

Anything you like? :)

A
Xx

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OOTD

Day off today - Quick post to show you my outfit of the day!

Theme: Blushing Rose











Bag/Topshop; Rose Ring/Topshop; Nail varnish/Bourjous; Shoes/Topshop; Skirt/Ted Baker; Khaki vest & tights/ASOS; Lace Top/Topshop; Necklace/Past Times; Cardi/Zara; Scarf/H&M; Military Washington Ring/Dannijo.



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