RIVER ISLAND

Well, today, sigh. Weather is dire, I have major tummy cramps and I drank the last of the cranberry juice. COULD THIS DAY GET ANY WORSE? answer: yes. Found out I am working a 9 hour shift tomorrow. boo hoo! However I should be very grateful that I have a job in this recession crisis. And I got a pay rise (I say payrise but I mean that minimum wage got increased) so more pennies in my purse for me. Which in actual fact those pennies, pounds and notes will be getting handed straight over to my lovely mother as I am paying to go on her car insurance. Ugh. I am in need of new clothes! River Island atm have lovely knitwear in priced from £10 on the promo polo neck. Yes, polo necks are back in fashion, ideal for keeping those necks warm and hiding the drunken love bites!! 

link 1 - http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/jumpers--cardigans?startindex=1&itemsperpage=60&sortoptions=2&category=475cc377-d930-4409-9055-d5fffeef6368&includerelatedcontent=0 (page two, cream chelsea girl intarsia jumper is very cosy and an orginal print from years and years ago when River Island was known as Chelsea Girl. Check out the collection, some groovy stuff there!)

This autum is all about layering and different textures. That means fur, denim, cotton, knitwear and frills. Aztec prints are a big must have! Such as the best seller in the Edinburgh Gyle RI. 

link 2 - http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/t-shirts--vests--sweats/vests/black-aztec-print-woven-back-vest-609437

My personal fave out of the RI collections is GIGI. Taking inspiration from stars of the 60's such as Twiggy. Its all about crochet, collars and monochrome. The main colours in this collection are dark, black, white and marroon. This collection contains many fantastic playsuits at resonable prices with details that add class to the look. Such as gold buttons and little black bows. Simplistic yet statement worthy. 

link 3 - http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/get-the-look/gigi/gigi?w0916gigi

link 4 - http://www.riverisland.com/Online/women/dresses/shift-dresses/black-shift-dress-607530

my fave item ^ due to the price, fit, colour and wearability. Can be wore casually or dressed up with a pair of heels and a bright coloured clutch bag. Blocked heel would add even more class to the look! Some shoes at RI have great promo, many boots having as much as £25 off! wow! (tip- even though hanging shoes in RI are cheaper the boxed shoes are better quality and will save money in the long run!) 

jumper - RI

leggins - Primark

hat - Cosy Camper

love heart necklace - Dorthy Perkins

also, give mac miller a listen. 

catch x

Hello Lovely Ladies.

First ever post! woo woo. Well, I am Clair. Howdy. I have a keen interest in fashion and would love to share my thoughts and opinions with you guys. I work for a high street company (not mentioning any names!!) and basically find any excuse to buy new clothes. I am sure you lot understand the temptation of sale signs and cute patterned dress. Somehow I can never walk past a shop without going in no matter the price range. Although my bank is lacking in pennies I just like to tease myself. My top 5 high street shops are (in no order): Primark, Urban Outfitter, Topshop, RI and H&M. I like to buy basics from there! I do however shop in the majority of charity shops. I love the retro granny look. Can't beat cosy cardigans for coming into the long cold nights ahead!! Anyway, this blog will contain my latest purchases and fashion heads up! thanks for your time, and I hope to hear your input on my posts.

much love, CLK

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