Hello Nelly UK!

PHOTO DIARY
April 7 2012

Do you know what? I absolutely love to relax in my bed on a cool and calm evening like this, writing a post with the hazy sound of soul music in the background. I’m scratching my head wondering why I haven’t been doing it a lot lately! Here’s the deal, I think I’ve been caught up in other social mediums that I’ve forgotten how beautifully therapeutic it is to just write a blog post…sort it out Shirls! Anyway here’s what I got up to on Thursday evening! I was invited down to the marvellous W Hotel in Soho by nelly.com’s… Read More »

Springspiration

INSPIRATION
March 28 2012

One of things that has kept me sane these past few weeks, is knowing that Spring is just round the corner. I know we are all tired of layering up and heading out in the cold and we just can’t wait to ease up and relax with our wardrobe choices. I know I am! Haha! I’ve compiled a few of the trends I’m excited about and will be incorporating into my personal style this spring. I do hope you find some springspiration through it! 🙂 ~ The New Girlie ~ Think pretty pastels, lovely lace and girly glamour. If this… Read More »

Jaune

FASHION, OUTFITS
March 26 2012

It was a beautiful spring day in London. I woke up to the sun shining through my window and reflecting off the divine shade of yellow of my bedroom walls. Nowhere on earth can quite compare to this place, where I call home. I felt a smile across my face as I realised the day had finally come, were my dear friends Pat & Mike were to wed. Inspired by the sunshine, my walls and welcoming of spring, I put on my yellow dress, softly complemented it with nude heels and earrings, and I was ready for the big day.… Read More »

Cute Milkmaid Braids for Spring

BEAUTY
March 15 2012

This is a style I’ve sported on numerous occasions (and in my Woven post) and I finally filmed a Tutorial for it. It’s simple, cute, and perfect for spring! What do you think? 🙂 What you’ll need… Combs/BrushesHeat Protectant (Tresseme)Finishing Spray (Tresseme…forgot to include a clip with me using it, but you get the gist!)Hair BandsBobby Pins/Hair GripsStraightner (Mine’s a DIVA one, but any will do!)Extensions (Expression, Half a packet for each braid. Can be purchased in any Afro-Carrib Hair Store!) ~~~ On my Face Eyes : Blacktrack Fluidline (MAC), Bad Gal Lash (Benefit)Lips : Cherry Lipliner & Ruby Woo… Read More »

I can’t feel the cold anymore

FASHION, OUTFITS
March 11 2012

This is what I wore to my Lunch Date with my sister Kezia. Any time spent with my sister is full of laughter, and she is the only person in the world I can fully let my hair down with. We hadn’t seen each other in what felt like forever, because of numerous Uni deadlines we both had, and straight after we completed them we were able to chill and catch up! She took these shots of my outfit. I really wanted to wear this cool and laid back dress with a waterfall detail, something I love very much. I… Read More »

Purple Mood

BEAUTY, Details, SHOPPING
March 2 2012

A collection of photos of various purple items I own, and other random things too. Oh and my freshly painted purple glittery nails. I also bought a new bra from my favourite lingerie store, Bravissimo. 😉 All this has got me in a Purple Mood! 🙂 Nude Shoes : New Look Bra : Bravissimo Top : Topshop Baked Shadows : L.A. Colors Lipstick : Rebel (MAC) Nail Polishes : Urban Outfitters ‘Purple 2’ & L.A. Colors ‘Glistening Purple’ Polishes Book : The Fashion Book

1 Shawl, 3 Ways! (Lookbook)

FASHION, OUTFITS
February 29 2012

This shawl has quickly become my favourite piece in my wardrobe, and I tell you no lie, I’ve worn it every single day since I bought it! I thought to put a Lookbook together so you can have an idea of the different ways it can be styled… ~ As a Wrap Dress ~ Shawl : American ApparelBelt : H&MTights : PrimarkShoes : New LookBag : ZaraEarrings : H&MNecklace : Clothes ShowCuff : H&MRing : H&M ~~~ ~ As a Loose Cardi ~ Shawl : American ApparelDisco Pants : American ApparelT-Shirt : New LookBelt : PrimarkShoes : TopshopEarrings : Urban… Read More »

“He who is brave, is free.” ~ Seneca

FASHION, OUTFITS
February 7 2012

Believe it or not, I was one of those people who swore would never buy disco pants, as I was afraid they would never look good on me. It was only after I tried them on in the store and felt how comfortable they were (not to mention, they did look very nice with the jumper I was wearing on the day!), that I had to man up, and buy a pair. Haha! To some they may seem like glorified leggings, and even if this is the case, I still think they look and feel better! There’s a lesson to… Read More »

Scarf Many Ways

DIY
January 29 2012

I thought I’d share with you a few ways I’ve been wearing my scarf lately. I love how simple and chic they all look and they are very easy to do! Scarf to Necklace @ 2:09Scarf to Head Tie @ 7:31Scarf to Hair Bow @ 9:42Scarf to Turban @ 11:07Scarf to Neck Bow @ 12:35 You’ll need… A Square Scarf (Mine is Vintage, and you can find these in any Charity Shop!) Collar Necklace (Primark/Topshop) *The Scarf to Collar was inspired by This Photo I saw on Tumblr!* What do you think? Which one do you like the most? 🙂

22.

FASHION, OUTFITS
January 21 2012

My Birthday was on Thursday the 19th, and here’s what I wore! This shift dress in a beautiful apricot shade, styled to look like a top, and paired with leggings. I really wanted to shoot the outfit outside, but the rain would have soaked me! Ha! But I’m happy with the way they came out! It was my first birthday being spent with my Mum in Two Years. My last two, I was away at University (My siblings made it up to Notts for my last one), and can you believe I always had exams around both? I’m so glad… Read More »