Why won't you come over here? We've got a city to love

 

Outfit:
Black off the shoulder jersey top - Asos
White full diamond jacquard midi skirt - Topshop
White and black patterned heeled sandals - Primark (similar)
Red studded lips clutch - Lulu Guinness

Completely impractical but a completely necessary purchase. This white skirt stood out to me as I pursued my lunchtime browse on the New In section on the Topshop website. Lethal I tell you, lethal! Topshop seem to be on fire with their midi skirt selection at the moment. I find the rest of the shop a bit hit and miss most of the time. I feel like my style has grown up a lot more and I don't really fancy wearing skirts that barely cover my bottom or tops with wacky logos on. These shoes were yet another thing I found hidden away in my wardrobe for around a year with the tags still on. I'm working on my spending habits...

Hello Lulu Guinness! My fab blogger friends clubbed together to treat me to this clutch for my birthday. Aren't they just the best? I've lusted over a lips clutch for such a long time and am so please to finally have one to call my own. It's such a beauty! I'm feeling like a very lucky girl to have such thoughtful friends.

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Brick Lane

Brick Lane has a very special place in my heart. It was one of the first places in London I properly explored as a teenager when I used to spends hours rifling through the numerous vintage shops dotted around. I adore the rough and ready vibe of East London and feel much more at home here than other parts in the city.

I always jump off at Liverpool Street and walk down to Spitalfields to cut down past the white church into Brick Lane. With so much eye-catching street art and the amazing smell of the curry houses, it's the perfect place for an afternoon wander. One tip is to not go in the first curry house you see as they all stand outside in the evening shouting numerous deals. Free drinks, poppadoms and starters can all be negotiated. Remember to stand your ground! Alternatively do plenty of research online and pick one with great reviews. I've heard amazing things about Aladin.

Once you get to the end of the road make sure you stop off for a salt beef Beigal. Oh lord they are one of the most amazing things I have ever eaten. At £3.40 they're such a bargain! There are two practically next door to each other but i'd recommend the first one. As they're open 24 hours they're a much better choice than a greasy kebab! I love the way the beef is slightly shredded rather than one big chunk. Be prepared to queue but it's well worth it!

The Old Truman Brewery has some fantastic markets on a Sundays showcasing quirky independant designers. You can pick up some great unusual things! You'll be spoilt for choice in the food markets inside. With cuisines to try from all over the world, it's best to go on an empty stomach so you can sample them all.

If vintage is your thing make a beeline for Beyond Retro in Cheshire Street. It's just off Brick Lane so keep an eye out for the street on your right hand side. It's a massive warehouse style building filling with treasures from top to bottom. It's one of the more reasonably priced vintage shops in the area so you can come away with a bargain.

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On Wednesdays we wear pink

Outfit:
Black grey polo neck jumper - Primark (similar)
Pink scuba midi skirt - Primark (similar)
Leather ankle black heeled boots - Topshop (similar)
Leopard print collar coat - Topshop (similar)
Glass gold statement necklace - Primark (similar)
Bayswater bag - Mulberry

I'm sure you're all groaning at the sight of yet another polo neck jumper. It really does seem to be all that i'm wearing at the moment. This horrible weather has put me in an unwelcomed style rut of a skirt and polo neck jumper. Luckily this pretty skirt softens the blow. After seeing Amy tweet a picture of it and remembering I was kindly given a voucher by my boyfriend's nan for my birthday, I made it my mission to snap it up. It was a complete bargain at only £12 and made a welcome addition to my sea of never-ending skirts. My name is Sophie and I can't stop buying midi skirts.

I wore this for a day up London to see The Bodyguard at the West End with my mum and nan. I gatecrashed the old peoples coach and took the day off work. We had amazing seats and I'd really recommend you try to catch it if you can. I feel like I need a bit of Whitney in my life at the weekend and need to watch the film.

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