Currently Trending - Summer Essentials

Summer is quite obviously everyone's favourite season, though dressing for a day out when you can't rely on the sunshine is beginning to turn into a bit of a chore. My most common mistake is pessimistically judging the weather and going out in a winter coat when it's nearing 20 degrees and sunny. 

Here are a few staples for summer, which can be dressed up or down and be worn in rain or shine. 

No. 1: Graphic Print Sheer Pom-Pom Hemmed Top

This top is such a gorgeous print! It reminds me of a snake/Amazonian style. The picture really doesn't do it justice as the pinks and yellows really brighten it up and give it a cool summer feel. The pom-pom hem adds some femininity and a definite wow factor. This could be worn with black jeans for an edgy look, black skirt on a summers evening out or even on the beach on top of a bikini as a fake kaftan.

2: Boat Shoes + A Little Added NEON

I'm starting to become an absolute shoe addict. These gorgeous boat shoes are from River Island and I got them at a bargain for around £13. The colour is a dark navy though the cut out style adds a level of texture and stops them from looking anything close to boring. The added bright yellow, neon stripe is probably my favourite feature of these summer perfect shoes. Neon is so on trend and the strip along the sole is the perfect amount of brightness. 

3: Statement Necklace and Chunky Brights 

Favourite summer piece alert! I am so in love with this statement necklace from Primark. The gunmetal silver spikes and turquoise and coral beads are the perfect combination and really compliment each other. I'm usually wearing this necklace with a plain white t-shirt and orange cardigan, both from H&M, jeggings and the shoes above. A plain white t-shirt is a great staple for a summer wardrobe, it goes with anything and always looks fresh and timeless. 

I Love Revlon

Revlon is most definitely one of my favourite affordable make-up brands. And with Emma Stone now fronting their ad campaigns, the products have never appeared so on trend and lust-worthy. 

The Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Balm Stain is the best lip product I've tried in ages. It is the ultimate chubby crayon. The packaging appearance is sleek, understated and the colour swatch is a true representation. (Sadly the writing on my tube have worn away, probably due to me fishing it out of my bag and constantly reapplying). The smell is fresh and subtle, the taste is neutral and it's so simple to apply. 

I chose shade 045 Romantic and I love it. It can be worn as a striking cherry red or a lighter pale pink - depending on how much you apply and what look you are aiming for. Unlike many other lip stains the colour actually stays all over the lip. As generally I find with normal stains, the colour begins to fade from the centre of my mouth out and I end up looking like I've applied a really horrid lip pencil! The moisturising qualities are to die for and I honestly think, do just as well as a slick of old faithful vaseline. 

Holiday Shop

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Spring is here and with summer looming around the corner, it's time to dust off your gladiator sandals, tan your white bits and hit the gym to rediscover your bikini body! 

As a season dedicated to bright colours, floral prints and lady-like skirts and dresses, here's a peak into the key pieces, on sale in the hottest places. All of which you will more than likely be lusting over for your summer '13 wardrobe. 

River Island is my favourite store for summer styles. I'm generally a HUGE fan anyway but something happens to me when summer arrives and I'm out on the town in a tropical print, body-con, midi dress from River Island. 

First of my lusted summer pieces is a chiffon, v-neck, double layered, crop-top. 

                                    

Chiffon is an all round, key material for summer. It's flirtatious, feminine, and flattering. The three key Fs! For an evening look, I would wear this with black skinny jeans and heels, as suggested by River Island. Or team it with light denim jeans or shorts and beaded sandals for a summery daytime style. This top is a bargain and will keep you looking on trend for the whole season. At only £20.00, why not stock up and buy it in lemon too? - a key summer shade. 

Secondly, an embroidered, tassel hemmed, kimono jacket.

I'm SO into Kimono. Especially when you can nab a jacket as versatile as this River Island beauty! Wear it alone with a bright bikini on the beach, team it with distressed denim shorts or jeans or even squeeze into a pair of disco pants and a crop top, for a modern twist on the traditional kimono style. 

Finally, my absolute MUST have bikini for this year... 

I absolutely adore this bikini. Though its not a traditional 'summer shade' and totally opposes the bright pinks, oranges and turquoises, that are colour-popping their way down catwalks everywhere, I love it. Paired with a golden tan and bronze or gold accessories - you''ll be beach ready in seconds. This stunning bikini is from Topshop and is on sale now.