In the spring time

I am completely in love with the SS11 collection at Primark. They have really stepped up their game. In fact i'm choosing to shop there now instead of having too because of lack of funds. In my opinion it does not "look" like Primark. My friends are always shocked when I mention my outfit is from Primark, the beach print dress as a prime example. My Primark is still a bit rubbish but I recently went to the Marble Arch branch and it was amazing. I'm planning a special trip there when I get paid.

These are a few pieces on my wishlist!
I need this skirt! I don't think I would wear with it with that jumper, it just seems to heavy. It is even better in the flesh and such a bargain at £16. Seriously this needs to be mine!I adore this whole outfit. Those platforms are too die for! The hat will be perfect for my holiday and it is only £4. I am loving all these knee skimming dresses and skirts, I think Im too old to be flashing my bum now. I prefer to be a bit more ladylike!
I am having a serious love affair with wide leg trousers and due to my height they should be perfect. I am 5ft 8. But I'm not sure if they will be that flattering. I am bottom heavy and I just don't know if they will suit my large bum! I suppose I will just have to try them on! It is my favourite colour combination of red and navy too!
I spotted this dress in Look magazine this week and it only intensified my need for it even more! Again what a perfect outfit to wear on holiday! It is a tad expensive at £17, I remember when Primark dresses used to be a tenner max! But they are improving their quality so it is justified.
I have been on the look out for this for ages! It was supposed to be in stores at the end of Jan but I have yet to come across it. If anyone finds it in a London or Essex store will you please let me know? I need to own this and Ill get my boyfriend to make a special trip to where it is! Ill bribe him with Pie and Mash, it usually works haha!
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Whats in my make up bag

Compact Mirror
Benefit BADgal mascara
Rose and almond oil vaseline
Rimmel match perfection concealer
Barry M lip gloss
Benefit Flatter Me creaseless cream shadowliner
17 blusher brush
Eyeshadow brush
Avon sunkisses bronzer cream
ELF Mocha Swirl duo eye shadow cream
Rimmel bronzing compact powder medium matte
Eyelash curlers
Rimmel Soft Khol eye liner pencil in jet black
This is what I call my essentials. I do have a lot more but its kept in a drawer rather than a make up bag. If i'm wearing my glasses I just wear mascara, bronzer eyeliner, concealer and vaseline. I don't ever wear any foundation. It just does not agree with my skin, I feel like i'm trapped and it brings me out in spots so I stay well away! I only wear eyeshadow and eyeliner when I have my contacts in. I tend to hide behind glasses.I love the benefit eyeshadow but I was getting through it too fast and it was costing me a fortune to replace it. So I brought some from ELF to wear everyday so I could save benefit for special occasions. It is the first thing I have brought from ELF and am very impressed, I can't wait until I can treat myself to some more things once payday comes!

I adore the Rimmel eyeliner, have been buying it since I was 15. I love the way it smudges and the fact that it's only £2.99 doesn't hurt either! Ive not found an eyeliner that's better.

I am actually after some make up brushes if anyone has any recommendations?
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In the Navy

Outfit:
Peter Pan collar frill vest: Topshop
Red cardigan: Primark
Navy lace skirt: River Island
Navy tights: Primark
Navy cameo ring: Primark
Nautical charm bracelet: Next
Pearl Earrings: Primark
Red heart bag: Topshop
Navy shoes: a random boutique
Red watch: Toywatch

I still look so awkward, any tips on posing? Ha!

I am completely in love with my new skirt. I am tempted to buy it in cream too. Its such a lovely length and totally suitable for when I get a "proper" job. Thats the excuse im telling my mum when i'm buying all these new clothes! I love the floral belt that came with it. I am a little matchy matchy today but I like it. I am a massive fan of all things nautical. Its a shame that you can't see the peter pan collar under my hair. I don't know if anyone will notice but I have had a thicker blunt fringe cut it. It kept parting in the middle so I thought a thicker fringe would weigh it down. I am so pleased with it, I think it looks so much better. Just looks a bit strange with my hair tied up.

I am off out for dinner tonight at the Toby Carvery with my best friend and a couple of other school friends who I don't get to see that often. I am looking forward to having a huge catch up. One of them got married so we are going to be fawning over her wedding album. Her wedding dress was amazing! This will be the third time out in a week, it feels like Christmas! I don't usually have that much of a social life especially with girls haha!

Hope you all have a lovely weekend. Anyone doing anything exciting?
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