If you took to me like a gull takes to the wind...

Spring has finally sprung, for sure this time and I couldn't be happier. I get to wear pastels and open toe sandals at last, I'm not a huge fan of summer but this year I am very much looking forward to the exciting adventures my friends and I are cooking up. I have a pretty busy few weeks lined up what with Focus Wales and Creative International as well as starting my new job and having a mini break to Cardiff with my best girl Christy to see Ludovico Einaudi, I am officially fully booked. I love a good bargain and I managed to bag a hotel for £67 between us and cheap rail travel (this never happens to me usually) SO any sightseeing suggestion welcomed!

"Cathy I'm lost" I said, though I knew she was sleeping

 Dress - Vintage Local Salvation Army // Belt - Vintage // Cardi - Auntie Shirley's // Sunglasses - Vintage 

The minute I dug out my favourite pair of vintage sunglasses the weather decided to take a turn for the worse. Rain has poured for days now and it's back to the frizzy hair and soggy feet. I wanted to jazz up myself today and cheer myself up a bit. I'm back at uni and the work is suddenly piling up again, this year has felt a bit of a cop out really, I'm not sure I'm getting my monies worth this year, lets hope next year improves slightly.

I have exciting things in the works which should keep me occupied over the summer (if it decides to make an appearance.) Festivals, conventions and hopefully a little holiday somewhere new and exciting.

I picked this dress up from my local Salvation Army in their sale for about 99p I wasn't really intending to wear it really, I wanted to use the material to make some cushion covers as I thought it was a little big for me and not flattering at all. But once I'd given it a wash and a good iron (the material is hard to work with) I realised it was a lot better than I had first anticipated. 

I chucked on my VERY favourite vintage belt, which is my all time favourite item in my wardrobe and voila, instantly nipped in at the waist. I will probably wear this outfit more in summer, as its a great length (I'm certainly not a fan of anything above the knee with bare legs)  

I'm sure you guys are fed up hearing about the Rimmel Apocalips but I have to mention it because it is my favourite lip colour ever. I am addicted to the shade Luna, which is a creamy peachy coral. I wont leave the house without it, it looks great with everything and really suits my complexion. I purchased them all as soon as they were released and like them all but the one I always reach for is Luna. Well done Rimmel for creating another product I can add to my holy grail list.

Laurie Rose

I'm not asking much of you just sing little darlin' sing with me

 Dress - Ola Vintage // Lips - Rimmel Apocalips in Luna

The sun has been shining down on us this week, on me especially, I'm not one to boast but I have had an incredible week so far. Apart from the mountains of uni work I had to submit I PASSES MY FREAKING DRIVING TEST! Unfortunately I haven't got a car yet, which is most annoying as I want to take my best friend to castles and whiz around wherever I like whenever I like. I feel I have independence but I'm still unable to be free. I passed with only five minors, this is definitely the biggest achievement of my life to date. A few other exciting things have been going on but it's early days to be blurting that out, but there have been developments and I'm excited. 

Today I haven't been feeling so great, so I had a pretty lazy day, this mint green dress is comfy and it brightened up my day  lot. I got it from my friend Anna, who has been doing the vintage fairs for year up in the North West, she's great and her items are genuine and affordable, so exited to see what she has next time I go to visit, check out her Facebook page to see where she will be next.

Laurie Rose

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look at her with her washing line smile

Dress - Vintage // Lips - Rimmel Apocalips in Big Bang

Spring has sprung and I couldn't be happier, there is still a nip in the air but the sun is shining and I have been able to wear my favourite vintage sunglasses and a lighter jacket. I have all my uni deadlines due in during the next two weeks,four presentations, yes that's right FOUR! I am actually a shy person in person and the thought of standing up in front of people for 15 minutes make me feel physically sick! 

I already have a new favourite dress this month which I found hiding in the back of my wardrobe, this combined with the Rimmel Apocalips in Big Bang is perfect. I'm not usually one for a high neck line but somehow this just works. I am in need of a pampering session however, I need a day to myself so I can dye my hair and treat myself to a mani and pedi. It's almost the dreaded time where we have to expose our winter white legs and pasty arms. We should all devote our time to preparing for the chore of exposing this summer, time to slim down and tan slightly.

Laurie Rose

when the moon is round and full, gonna teach you tricks that will blow your mongrel mind

Dress - Vintage // Hat - Henry Holland (thrifted) // Lips - Rimmel Apocalips in Stellar

Spring was in the air today, I even got a chance to pop on a vintage pair of sunglasses as I had a brisk walk to Univeristy this afternoon. I have come to the conclusion that maybe Broadcast journalism isn't for me, I would like to specialise in Fashion and I really don't see myself in front of the camera or on the radio. It is a bit of a blow as I was so enthusiastic about uni and had so much excitment in me, I will of course finish this year and apply for more interesting courses, possibly further afield. The big city is calling this little country girl.

Paisley and I have been firm friends for many year, but when I saw this dress I fell head over heels, trippy winter colours give it a 70's hippy feel, throw on some fleetwood mac vinyls and dance like nobodies watching, unleash your free spirit.

Laurie Rose

the love I sell you in the evening, by the morning wont exist

Dress - Topshop (Sale) // Hat - Henry Holland (thrifted) // Lips - Rimmel Apocalips in Luna (obsession) 

To say I've had a lazy day is an understatement, my life has somewhat been that of a cat, eating, sleeping and generally lazing around. I'm now enjoying a night in with the best ones watching movies eating soup, my life remains as mundane as ever, the best it can be in my opinion.

I have a busy weekend planned, joining the gym, vintage dress shopping and of course gin drinking. A new soul bar is opening in town tomorrow night, I am looking forward to having a dance with good friends. 

This dress is not weather appropriate I know but I found it in the Topshop sale a few weeks ago and had to share it. A whole five pounds well spent if I say so myself. 

Laurie Rose

there's nothing gentle about our stomach full of gin

After a long week there is nothing better than receiving a little gift to cheer you up. A week spent buried in books has left me feeling slightly more optimistic about my ability to pass my degree. Finally applying myself after encouraging words has given me free reign for the weekend, but instead of going wild I opted for a quiet veggie meal with momma rinse last night and the weekly food shop today, there is something so satisfying about a full fridge.

Dress - Handmade Vintage - eBay // Cardi - Auntie Shirley's // Glasses c/o Proopticals // Bag - Vintage // Lip Lacquer - Rimmel Apocalips in Luna

Many of you may not know but I am extremely short sighted and wear contact lenses most days but when I was contacted by the people at Proopticals I decided to give their VERY reasonably priced glasses a whirl. The selection  of retro inspired frames caught my eye and I have always wanted to try the Clubmaster style frame (as I own a variety of colours in sunglasses) Being so shortsighted proves a problem at times especially with a larger frame like these ones as you have to have the lenses thinned out a hell of a lot and that usually proves costly. But not at Proopticals the prices do go up slightly which is to be expected but they are reasonable and makes having different styles for ever occasion affordable. 

I look forward to trying more frames Proopticals have to offer.

Laurie Rose

my name is Eileen, boy that's all you need

 

Shirt - Vintage St Michael's // Maxi Skirt - Primark // Belt - Vintage // Cardi - Vintage Auntie Shirley 

Lipstick - Rimmel Kate Moss 107

This last week has been a strange one, plenty of time to reflect. Not a drop of alcohol has somehow given me a clear head. I'm organising, rearranging and preparing and I'm excited. I'm on top of my Uni work, creating a regular blogging schedule and attempting to get fit, oh and somewhere amongst all of that, this year I plan to meet my future husband, someone pass me the gin, I'm delusional. January is always filled with good intentions, let see how long they last and how quickly I can bag Jason Segel.

Laurie Rose 

this should be enough to let you go

Having a little break from blogging over the festive season has left me feeling a little flat but now my brain is over loaded with ideas and a new direction. I love vintage fashion, especially dresses and as most of my nearest and dearest know I have a slight obsession. When people find out I don't actually own a pair of jeans they look astonished, I'm a lady and I wear dresses, everyday, so get over it. 

Comfort is key to me and a reasonable length teamed with classic hosiery is a winner in my book.

Dress - Vintage eBay // Cardi - Vintage Auntie Shirley // Lipstick - Rimmel Kate Moss 107

This has been my favourite outfit for the last month, I had posted a obligatory mirror snap of a night out in London on instagram and a few people had commented on it. I paid a little bit more than I usually would for this dress, but the minute I saw it on eBay I fell in love, it had to be mine. I entered a bidding war and by George I was not going to lose! It's warm and cosy for the winter but still quite dressy. Auntie Shirley's black cardi picks out the black in the pattern perfectly. The icy blue and purple aztec style is slimming too and after piling on the pounds I'm in need of something a little more forgiving. 

Happy New Year everyone! 

Laurie Rose 

Supercat

Finding the perfect liquid eyeliner is key to creating that 50's winged effect. A look that I use everyday. Some may say I am unimaginative as I wear this style for every occasion, whether I'm heading to the Supermarket, or dancing the night away with my friends, my eye make up never changes.

After using the same product for years I was reluctant to change, I was happy and never had any problems. Then a few months ago I heard about the Soap & Glory Supercat Liquid Eyeliner and I got excited, I had to try it. 

I ordered mine from eBay which was slightly cheaper than Boots at £6.00 with postage.

I loved the packaging instantly, the retro feel of the Soap & Glory branding is sleek and fun apart from that I really didn't get on with this product.

The nib seems perfectly fine until you try and use it, it's not firm enough and far to wide.

Here I have swatched Supercat on the left and Rimmel Exaggerate on the right you can immediately see the difference between precision and opaqueness. I am very dissappionted with this product and will not be repurchasing. 

Laurie Rose