Sexy Silk Or The All In One?

 When it comes to pyjamas, there is no right or wrong. However, the recent ‘trends’ in nightwear do create the debate comfort or sex appeal?

Now for the single working girl, a mixture of both is essential. Comfortable pyjamas will enhance a good nights sleep, ready for a day at the office and are only likely to be seen by the postman. If your postman happens to be extremely handsome however, maybe have the sexy silk slip on hand for a quick early morning change. When it comes to those weekends out on the town, it also wouldn’t hurt to have a few silk numbers in the drawer, as I can only imagine if some man is lucky enough to be waking up next to you, those Mickey Mouse PJ’s will soon be making him wish he hadn't. These La Senza pieces suit both:

For the girl still in the honeymoon period, its all about skimpy, silk and satin nightwear to keep her man interested. But men don't be fooled, it wont last! This little La Senza number is perfect:

For those more settled in their relationships, the night shirts, all in ones and button up sets tend to find their way to the top of the pyjama drawer. This Topshop shirt is a great way to keep it cute.

Now I know I said there is no right or wrong when it comes to picking the perfect pyjamas, but I stumbled across this not-so spectacular set (I strongly advise no one to wear these, for my sake at least):

Getting in the spirit (obviously before Christmas, not today)

Have Yourself A Sparkly Little Christmas

What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to cover yourself head to toe in glitter (don’t worry, I don’t mean literally)? Sparkly clothes, shoes, makeup and hair accessories are the perfect way to dress for the occasion and to add to this, I thought a nice gold, green or red glitter nail varnish would be the perfect finish, that, was until I saw the price tag of the fabulous OPI range. Now, I’m not a snob or anything but when it comes to glitter, you can’t buy cheap without it looking cheap, so after seeing one of my friends with the OPI gold glitter nail varnish I had to have it.

Walking through Asda, at which point I was still not the proud owner of some glitter nail varnish, I spotted some tubes of glitter for just a pound and in the perfect colours, gold, green and red (and pink for when you’re not feeling as festive). I’m hardly the most creative person but I was soon reminded that I had these exact same colours in normal nail varnish so why not add the glitter myself? I can honestly say it’s the best idea I have ever had and is the greatest way to get a chunky glitter effect without spending a fortune. Just look at the results:

Feeling Festive?

Unlike every other store on the high street, Topman and Urban Outfitters do not need to cover their stores in tinsel and baubles to let everyone know its nearly christmas. Why? Because of their beautiful range of christmas jumpers that greet you as you walk through the door. Of course, the name ‘christmas jumper’ doesn’t necessarily mean a bright red knit with Rudolph on the front, yes I am referring to Colin Firth in Bridget Jones’ Diary. Today, a christmas jumper can come in any shape and form, more commonly being a fairisle knit involving a few reds or greens.

Topman.co.uk have a fantastic selection, the perfect gift for an unwilling boyfriend. Just look at these beauts:

Urban outfitters have also done themselves proud in the festive department, managing to sly the odd reindeer onto the jumper without turning it into something only your nan would buy.

These are even perfect for women, as there doesn’t seem to be much of a choice for us out there in the women’s departments.

So, whether you’re buying for yourself or a loved one, I would definitely recommend Topman and Urban Outfitters to get you in the festive spirit. If you’re buying for yourself and a loved one however, please be sure not to get matching ones. We don’t wanna embarrass them too much do we?

Bargain of the week

I couldn't believe my eyes as I strolled into H&M in Westfield and saw this little beauty staring at me, with a noticable price tag of just £9.99. So it should be no surprise that this my bargain buy of the week, infact it could be the bargain buy of the month as it has now gone down to just £3.99 in the sale, £3.99!!!! (Please ignore the awful lace gloves, I can definitely say this is not how I would advise to wear it)

Lets just hope it fits!

East London's finest

For the first time since it opened earlier this year, I went to Westfield shopping mall in Stratford. While indoors, the cleanliness and beauty of the stores made me forget I was in East London. That was until someone on the top floor decided to spit all the way down to the ground floor, landing roughly 20 centimetres infront of me. 
The stores inside were also a bit of a let-down. Although presented very well, they weren't shops you would expect to find in a high-end shopping mall, with no signs of French Connection or Ted Baker. Instead, there was phone shop after phone shop, followed by Boots and a few cafe's. I couldn't help but wonder where all the clothes were!
As you get upstairs it gets a little better, but that's only due to the fact that Topshop, River Island and Zara are up there. Other than that, it was very disappointing, nice to look at but no substance.

I have to say next time I won't be wasting my time paying for the extra zone on the train. Take me straight to White City.

The most magical place on earth

I don’t doubt that when I mention the name Annie Leibovitz you know who I’m talking about, but for those of you who don’t let me give you a quick insight.

Leibovitz is an incredible American photographer responsible for those fabulously sexy Rolling Stones covers we have all seen plastered over peoples bedrooms walls. Photographing portrait images, usually of ‘A List’ celebrities, she has quite a breath-taking portfolio. But to me, her most fantastic work came about when she collaborated with Vogue for a Disney themed shoot, dressing those loved ‘A Listers’ as our favourite movie characters. In 2007, the Walt Disney Company asked Leibovitz to do a shoot of celebrities in various roles for their “Year of a Million Dreams” campaign which included photographs of David Beckham, Beyonce and Scarlett Johansson. The images were spectacular and gave Leibovitz a quirky, Tim Burton style edge. These are a few examples of her Disney themed images from the last 10 years. I'll leave it up to you to work out which celebs feature.

A university photography project has challenged me to create original fashion images for a specific publication. After looking at these images and others from the Alice in Wonderland shoot Leibovitz did for Vogue, I have chosen to go down a similar route and create Disney themed photo's, also for Vogue, to celebrate the future release of the Disney film 'Magic Kingdom'. This film is to be about a young child who witnesses the Magic Kingdom Park characters and attractions come alive, so for my shoot I will bring in as many relevant props as well as suitable 'fashionable' clothing to fit the style. Obviously, the standards are way higher in Leibovitz's work than I ever could achieve, but I can dream. I'll be sure to post the final images here for you to see.
Wish me luck.