tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67294459495920519612024-03-13T12:12:08.614+00:00Mission:StylePersonal Style, Fashion and Lifestyle Blog.MissionStylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18203495269054021926noreply@blogger.comBlogger349125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6729445949592051961.post-66840454261451430022018-09-12T20:50:00.000+01:002018-09-12T20:50:18.140+01:00Transitional Dressing...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's that time of year, the sun has made a sharp exit to make way for the Autumn and we're thrown into the quandary of "WHAT TO WEAR...?"</div>
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Me, I'm in the same boat... not ready to say goodbye to dresses yet, also ready to welcome boots back to the walk-in.</div>
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Dresses were a huge player this Summer, the more the merrier and the good news is, they are here to stay for AW18!</div>
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This shirt dress from River Island is light weight enough to wear now and will look pretty cool with a black polo neck and 1 million denier tights (I feel the cold) layered underneath too.</div>
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It's available in regular and petite - a game changer for me as it reduced the whole trip hazard situation drastically.</div>
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The splits flounce all sexy too, a cheeky leg never goes a miss when you're petite!</div>
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Then there's the boots.. These are very soft leather, a safe all-dayer with a chunky heel. I've also worn them under straight leg jeans with a tatty turn-up.</div>
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The dress is on it's second wear in a week (always a good sign), worn today with the biker jacket.</div>
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So, there we have it.. I'm in Autumn.</div>
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Buy the dress <a href="https://www.riverisland.com/p/brown-spot-print-shirt-maxi-dress-725437" target="_blank">here in regular</a> and <a href="https://www.riverisland.com/p/petite-brown-print-shirt-maxi-dress-725041" target="_blank">here in petite</a> - true to size.</div>
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Buy the <a href="https://www.riverisland.com/p/black-leather-block-heel-chelsea-boot-723747" target="_blank">super soft buttery boots here</a> - true to size.</div>
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*I picked the dress and boots as a gift from River Island. All words, direction and images are my own. In all honesty, their boots especially this season are very strong, I was totally spoilt for choice!</div>
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Fun fact: When I was 13 I used my first wage (pretty sure £1.50 per hour was below the minimum even back then!) to buy my first outfit. It was from Great Plains. I bought some beige knee length shorts and a navy polo shirt - The classics.</div>
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Fast forward XX years and Great Plains get in touch to ask if I'd like to choose some pieces from their current Summer collection *excited dance*.</div>
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I scrolled for hours.. For me, as a gift, they needed to be investment pieces that I'd wear over and again.</div>
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<b>The Black Dress</b></div>
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A Summer staple in my books. Bardot, floaty and doesn't need ironing (I'm so low maintenance).</div>
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It's easy to wear and in the last week, has been on twice, with a planned appearance coming later this month on a girls weekender to Marbs.</div>
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The Marbs weekend is a hand-luggage-only affair (*gasps) which means that this dress is going to have to work hard. One evening and then a couple of lunches/beach cover-ups.</div>
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Buy the dress in the sale <a href="https://www.greatplains.co.uk/product/j1jda/concertina-layered-midi-dress.htm?search_keywords=pleated%20dress" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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<b>A Classic White Shirt</b></div>
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Again, another hard working piece that has been chucked on with jeans buy is ear marked to work with my skinny leather jeans and heels/denim shorts and sandals.</div>
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Buy the shirt in the sale <a href="https://www.greatplains.co.uk/product/j2jad/simone-pleated-shirt.htm?search_keywords=white%20shirt" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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The Great Plains sale is on and worth checking out as there are some incredible bargains to pick up.</div>
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These items were gifted to me, all words are my own and this isn't a scripted post.</div>
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Oh and whilst I'm here, I wanted today a HUGE THANKS to everyone that follows and supports me over on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missionstyleuk/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!! Last week I hit the 10k followers mark!! </div>
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Since becoming a Mum, you'd have probably noticed that I've been through a style transition. </div>
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In the early days it was comfort and flat shoes (and nothing Dry Clean Only)...</div>
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It's such a huge transition - Corporate wear to sneaks, jeans and a tee most days - mainly because it was easy, required minimal thought and washed on a 30, no drama. It took a lot of time (and mistakes) to work out who I was again, let alone, how to dress for me and the new lifestyle...And, I'm a qualified Personal Stylist! </div>
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Parenting is tough, who has time to figure out how to look and feel like you again? </div>
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The very exciting news is that along with The image Consulting Company, we are here to give you a helping hand in the style stakes. Emmeline Stevens (owner and Stylist trainer!!) and myself are here to help you get your mojo back with three interactive style-related workshops on Thursday 24th May at (drumroll) Harvey Nichols in Bristol.</div>
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- Colour confidence</div>
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- Your style personality</div>
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You’ll even receive a complimentary makeover and leave with a bag brimming with beauty treats.</div>
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Tickets are £15 and redeemable in-store until June 2018 at Harvey Nichols Bristol. That's a new lippy if nothing else! </div>
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The workshops are limited to 6 people so we will have time for everyone, the tickets will sell out.</div>
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It'd be great to see you there - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mums-in-style-tickets-45240216706" target="_blank">click here</a> for tickets and the choice of times available.</div>
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I want to shout about this pair because 1) I'm *living in them 2) I LOVE them 3) They are beyond easy to style 4) They have a built in arch support (yep, I said that..)</div>
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The sneaks are available <a href="https://www.vionicshoes.co.uk/women/casual-sneakers/bobbi.html" target="_blank">here</a>. It was only when grabbing this link that I've just spotted that mine also come in black!!! </div>
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I've also just spotted these navy high tops - <a href="https://www.vionicshoes.co.uk/women/casual-sneakers/torri.html" target="_blank">here</a>. These would look amazing with denim shorts and a tied shirt in the summer or, with some battered slim blue jeans and a long line navy coat.</div>
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I'm tired of chunky knits...I <i>need </i>Spring so bad however, the bank balance (and the fact that I'm not earning) means that I don't have the luxury of refreshing the entire walk-in with the new-in sections in every store.</div>
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The thrifter in me is thinking that the quickest and easiest way to do this, is by changing up the accessories. I'm going for modern twists on the classics with this post. Literally everything here I'm thinking will work with jeans and a white (*feel free to change this, obvs) tee.</div>
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*click on the image to buy and try at home - justify with 5 outfits and they're keepers.</div>
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More white..I'm drawn to it, soz. I've had these ones on my feet in-store. Do we go with these instead of the white boots as they'll have way more life over the Spring/Summer? </div>
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Classic black flat and a very on-trend shape. Simple and super affordable too. Jeans, tee, blazer combo again! </div>
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These pink ones...A tribute to the Balenciaga pumps and the most incredible colour. Pink is pretty much a neutral this season and these will keep the outfits modern, sharp and cool AF. </div>
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(Confession; I've had these at home once already and returned them...shoppers remorse is kicking in and they're back in the virtual shopping bag). I sized up as I'm not a fan of the heel overhang (notes to book pedi too).</div>
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These flats, you've already seen, I'm wearing these a lot. They are 100% leather, comfy as hell (*unless you walk on cobbles/gravel) and the perfect seasonal switch up to the sneaks we have been living in.</div>
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I'm not 100% sold on the transparent shopper and I'm not going to jump on the trend just yet (I have way too much crap in my bag to show the world). However, I predict a sell out and this is the high street version of the one the fash pack are clutching at Fashion Weeks. The rule for this if I plunge will be 'a bag in a bag'. Pointless?<br />
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We know how I love red and oh, floral for Spring...(Miranda Priestly voice)..This bag is full on Gucci vibes. It'll look amazing with that classic tee and jean combo I'm committing to living in.<br />
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It's circular...I wonder if I was to get assessed that this would say something about me? This one is a gorgeous dusky pink patent bag that... Oh Gawd >outfit idea as I type< All black, white boots and this. I mean, YES!!<br />
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For those following my recovery (*yawn), it's still ongoing and I feel like I've plateaued somewhat. I met with a very lovely Neuropsychiotrist last week and she has planned tests and then a plan to help get the grey matter working again. It's weird to hear you described as having an "acquired brain injury", very surreal. This time last year I was on Mat Leave and now here I am, forgetting how to do some simple things and massively lacking in the confidence I used to bathe in. It's all good, I'm still me and I'm here.</div>
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I'd hoped to be back to blogging/styling/shopping/work/general life by now alas, it appears that my brain is still not ready to fully function at the moment so here I am, back on sick leave, craving normality and going a little stir crazy!</div>
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This is a theraupic post... There's so much dropping in the shops right now, my phone is full of screenshots, most of which are on the wish list so, I thought I'd <strike>clear my phone memory </strike>share the love.</div>
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On that, there is a new section on my blog with monthly edits of my favourite pieces - you can find it in the menu. I add to this throughout the month too when new pieces make my heart flutter.</div>
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The first pieces to shout about are those that are already settling in to the walk-in. I hope to work on another post with all those things I have waiting in online baskets all over the WWW.</div>
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<b><i>Shoes</i></b>... These off white (Ecru, if you like) flats are 100% leather and incredibly comfy. The fit is generous so i went down a size. Worn here with my little photo-bomber (she wanted in!). I foresee a lot of wear out of these in Spring as something different to the trainers I currently live in.</div>
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Worn with a blazer from Next (which is last season) but, I've <a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cxhrmzbd7qx" target="_blank">linked one really similar</a> thats in the shops now.. You can wear this smart or, I have worn with a slogan tee or even a hoody.</div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2C27v57" target="_blank">The jeans</a> are recent too and my new go-to jeans. They are high waisted (hides all the sins), fit just perfectly and, come in several leg lengths (winning!). These ones are a 30 leg (which I am not) but, fit as an ankle cut. </div>
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The bag was a last season buy and sold out really quick however, on a recent trip to the shops, i spotted <a href="http://bit.ly/2EtWtXR" target="_blank">this one</a> which would be the one i'd buy if I didn't have this one. </div>
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The <a href="http://bit.ly/2BZUlW1" target="_blank">second pair of shoes</a> were picked up yesterday... Our eyes met across a crowded store and I fully expected a huge price tag... Nah, just under £20!!! These ones are benched until 1) i've had a pedi and 2) the tempreture picks up but still, I predict a sell out so wasn't leaving without them. </div>
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Worn here with <a href="http://bit.ly/2Cqh5v2" target="_blank">those high waisted jeans</a>, a new tee from H&M (which I can't find online but it's new), <a href="http://www.wacoallingerie.com/lingerie/laceimpression/bk2017/camisole.aspx?colour=black" target="_blank">a black lace cami </a>from my absolute favourite lingerie brand, Wacoal, my Saint Laurent sneaks (high street version <a href="http://bit.ly/2sx1ysW" target="_blank">linked here</a>) and the old Gucci bamboo bag.</div>
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In August I took ill with Meningitis and unfortunately for me, Encephalitis too. Don't Google the latter, it doesn't make particularly nice reading. Three months ago I couldn't type and spell, let alone read! In fact, I couldn't pick my daughter up, care for much, my short term memory and I had parted company (and still have to a point). I was a bit all over the place really. </div>
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After two weeks in the hands of Hotel NHS (and a lot of drugs), I thought I'd be home to rest and recover and be back to normal within a couple of weeks....</div>
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That was in September. </div>
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There's been lots of resting and rehab going on and now, as I'm starting to feel more like me, I'm trying to do new things most days - hence this post.</div>
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<u><b>There's a few of things I want to shout about...;</b></u></div>
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1) I've updated my blog home page and now you will see a page called "Shop My Wardrobe". This is the Aladin's Cave of find items I'm buying, similar pieces or items on the ever growing wishlist.</div>
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2) Style Swap - Happening this Thursday evening in Bristol is a fabulous event to raise funds for local charity "Life for a Cure" - A Meningitis charity. The event will be packed with the leading Stylists from Bristol who are opening up their wardrobes for you to swap or buy. For more info and to buy tickets - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/style-swap-with-bristols-fashion-stylists-tickets-38708084924?aff=es2" target="_blank">click here</a>. I hope to be able to come along for an hour or so as I'm donating my first ever Gucci bag... fingers crossed to see you!</div>
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3) I have a new format I'm playing with for my blog posts... Below I've added in a slider of all the pieces I have been buying of late (or similar), you can click on these to take you through to have a look or buy. Going forward, I'll be giving more styling advice on pieces - how to wear and restyle to get your monies worth!</div>
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4) Traditionally, the world thinks that rashes are a sign of Meningitis - I didn't have a rash. This was the only symptom I didn't have and unfortunately, the first few Doctors I had seen hadn't picked up on this either.</div>
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Thanks for all your love and support in the last few months, you guys are AMAZING!</div>
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MissionStylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18203495269054021926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6729445949592051961.post-80881295182608536662017-07-09T20:15:00.000+01:002017-07-09T20:15:00.738+01:00Basket Case...<br />
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This beauty caught my eye a few months ago yet, the price tag didn't do it for me...It's a trend piece and for that reason, doesn't justify a heavy investment.</div>
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Yes, it isn't available on a next day delivery but, just 10 days after parting with my cash, it rocks up and it's beautiful.</div>
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Up first, my favourite top of the season...This looks flattering on pretty much everyone too.</center>
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Wear with jeans, denim shorts, a floaty skirt, culottes... Everything! Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=636155501&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>. It's available in loads of colours too!</center>
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Talking about culottes... I have a pair that I live in right now... These are on order for fear of mine getting bobbly. <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=623667373&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Buy here</a>.</center>
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I know that I'll wear this dress now and then it'll be one of those that I dig out for my holidays every year. Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=646386269&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Talking of investments...Why not consider something for parties and weddings that are a few months away - Most people suit navy more than black and it looks stunning with some gold! Buy the jumpsuit <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=649304204&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></center>
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This blush dress is a must buy for next years Weddings! Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=644185105&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Trenches never date, I have this in the basket already! <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=631578534&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Buy here</a>.</center>
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A skirt that will wear over and over. Add a cami or slogan tee now and then a fine knit and biker jacket for Autumn. Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=627179571&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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We are going to be hanging in the VIP tent however, after a ganders the event looks like a right crack and would be ideal for grabbing a load of friends and making a day of it!</center>
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With just under a month to go to the prestigious event at Celtic Manor, the excitement is starting to build...In no particular order...;</center>
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5) Overnight in the newly voted <a href="http://www.celtic-manor.com/" target="_blank">'UK's Best Hotel'</a> (and hosts of the event)</center>
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The world is awash with very pretty dresses right now, narrowing it down to the e-procurement list for speedy home delivery has been been tough. </center>
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- Not even booby, period.</center>
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- Not faffy. One doesn't want to be spending half the day yanking dress into position.</center>
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- Not clingy. There will be carbs and bubbly, none of which bode well for <i>the</i> belly.</center>
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I'm settled on floaty, maybe a floral number...Maybe.</center>
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I LOVE this dress so so much - I have it on order as it's described as short...So am I, maybe it'll work out? Post Polo, I'm thinking this could be dressed down with a khaki jacket and worn all Summer too. Link <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=637368497&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk">here</a>.</center>
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I've got to order this to rule out whether it's a bit washed out or actually, a stunner that'll toughen up with a belt. Link <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/dress-time/printed-flowing-dress-c943001p4763006.html">here</a>.</center>
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**STOP PRESS** Did you know that Zara (AKA Mecca) have a whole section on their website now for dressing up... <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/dress-time-c943001.html" target="_blank">Go!</a> (but come back).</center>
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I'm pretty sure my Mum had one like this when I was a babe in arms... I love the dress, for me I'm ruling it out on the grounds that there's just too much fabric. If the wind blows, that neckline and my lippy are going to meet. Link <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/garden-floral-wrap-maxi-dress-6521854?bi=0&ps=20&Ntt=floral%20dress" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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I'm drawn to this in a big way!! Yellow, sunshine, shoulders and structured fabric (to hide the wobbly bits)...This! My question will be on the length, It's added to the cart and on a Next Day...Let's see. Link <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=633680332&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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A petite fit contender...This could well hide the sad sack knee situation and still not drown me in fabric. Link <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=638681926&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here.</a></center>
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Ok, not floral but maybe more longevity than the Summer...? Link <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=644483823&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk">here</a></center>
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This book...the irony of my life right now! Since becoming a Mum, I feel like my feet never touch the ground (cliché) yet, I'm struggling to get Sh*t done! This book is great for picking up when you do have 5 minutes and makes you realise that you are just human and we all go through this (she says, side eyeing the ironing pile). Get 'round to buying the book <a href="http://www.joythestore.com/get-shit-done" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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I love a bit of greenery around the house yet, I fail massively when it comes to giving care and attention to anything living that doesn't need feeding/bum changes... This gorgeous little succulent is faux and needs NOTHING from me - a keeper! I love the gold pineapple pot too! Buy <a href="http://www.joythestore.com/ceramic-pineapple-pot-with-pla" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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The ring (as shown right at the top of this post too) is beautiful and a welcome addiction to the accessories drawer! Simple, gold and delicate! Buy <a href="http://www.joythestore.com/luxe-rose-gold-cross-ring" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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My point...? To tell you about the <a href="http://www.theimageconsultingcompany.co.uk/personal-styling-training-2/" style="-webkit-transition: color 0.15s ease-out; background-position: 0px 0px; border: 0px; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: color 0.15s ease-out; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="background-position: 0px 0px; background-repeat: initial initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Personal Stylists course</strong> </a>I’ve just graduated from with The image Consulting Company.</div>
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Everyone has their own reasons for wanting to learn something new. Maybe a career change, maybe to enhance their current knowledge or, to just follow their passions.</div>
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Who knew that there was such a science to wearing the right colours and, how different you can look by wearing the right colours. We were lucky enough to have models on the course, the moment the penny dropped for me was seeing a colour enhance a my clients cheek bones. They rose naturally when she was wearing the right colour for her, who needs make-up!</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Day 2 was by far the hardest day for me…Again, there’s a science to dressing each individual. Certain pieces can look great on one person and not suit another. There’s always so much talk about body shapes and the boxes that society puts you in. We learnt that although there are styling guidelines for various body shapes, each person is an individual and you should work with them to accentuate and dress their own personal shapes. We tried the same looks on several models and they all looked so different. Add this to the colours and you have a lot to consider!</span></div>
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I loved this day, I loved every day but this day, this was what I needed personally. Those that follow me will likely know I have a walk-in packed to the rafters yet, I sometimes feel like I have nothing to wear *insert audible sigh*…</div>
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We worked with wardrobes, talked about how to keep the right items and part with those that we don’t need. We made capsule collections and made outfits out of piles of clothes that hadn’t seen the light of day for sometime. This is something I’ve started to already put into practise in my own space and the difference is amazing. Less is more in my case!<br />
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Another action packed day with our models at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol. We each were given models to take shopping. This sounds easy, especially if you feel like you’re already a pro at shopping…I couldn’t have been more mistaken.</div>
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We started by having an in-depth consultation with our models, establishing what they want to achieve during their shop.</div>
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Don’t get me wrong, the day was really hard work yet, very rewarding. We put into practise the elements we had learnt during the week so far, there’s a lot to consider when you’re dressing someone else!!</div>
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If making your passion into your career is the dream then this day, this day is vital.<br />
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The whole week was run by <a href="http://www.theimageconsultingcompany.co.uk/emmeline/" style="-webkit-transition: color 0.15s ease-out; background-position: 0px 0px; border: 0px; cursor: pointer; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: color 0.15s ease-out; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="background-position: 0px 0px; background-repeat: initial initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Emmeline</strong></a>, founder of The image Consulting Company and go-to for all things styling. Emmeline shared her wealth of experience and knowledge with us, all of which was invaluable. You try cramming 10 years on the ground into 4 days!</div>
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The final day was hosted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nikimatyjasikbusinessbuddy/" target="_blank">Niki</a>. Niki really had the graveyard shift, we were all tired and loaded with information yet, she picked us up and spun us into a ball of (stylish) high fives.</div>
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If you want firing up with motivation for all walks of your life, to look at your day completely different and to learn how to set goals in the most effective way, this day is what you need, no doubts.</div>
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I can't believe we are just into February and these are on my trotters, it's not like I can blame hormones this year...</center>
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Worn for Sunday lunch with some old <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=622583788&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">raw hem jeans</a>, <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=532442774&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">slogan tee</a> and <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0425848001.html" target="_blank">blazer</a> - similar items linked.</div>
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Smacking of Gucci vibes for a 10th of the price and perfect with a white shirt and jeans - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=623713295&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">buy here</a>.</center>
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I love the shape and colour of these, a likely addition to the walk-in - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=620381958&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">buy here</a>.</center>
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Bling on the loafers... why not?! Surely I won't look out of place at Soft Play in these... - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=625972741&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Buy here</a>.</center>
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More pink...a beautiful neutral, again - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=621761714&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">buy here</a>.</center>
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A different colour way to mine, I sized up in these - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=625532699&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">buy here</a>.</center>
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Fur and zebra print! A trend piece and beautiful statement shoe - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=620138024&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">buy here</a>.</center>
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If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missionstyleuk/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you'd have seen me flirting with the big sleeves... Sleeves that aren't commensurate with nappy changes and feeding a 7 month old baby!</center>
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The high neck knit is now in the Topshop sale - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=536498351&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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The jeans are some raw edge newness but, because I'm "petite", I've cuffed them real good - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=622583788&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></center>
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The bag... the bag is the belated birthday present and we are very much an item! I have the medium Marmont - available <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=612305350&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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My '17 got off to a good start as we jetted off to Tenerife for *some (*not as much as one would like) winter sun.</center>
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I don't suit jumpsuits, I'm too short in the body (read everywhere) but, give me elasticated trews and a top and I'm happy! First night and I was gagging to wear this one shoulder/arm top. Worn with some really old black jogger trousers and the new "fancy flip flops" (my mums description). </div>
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The new fancy flip flops/satin knotted mules - buy <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0455006001.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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The newness in this outfit is this amazing navy star print shirt, it's gonna' get a lot of wear! I sized down in this as it's fairly generous...Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=612940203&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Slogans tees are a thing, still. Get yours for SS17 and wear with jeans and a blazer - Buy this one <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=607898808&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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Oh and here's the summer splurge from last year, the face covering Celiné sunnies. They should be standard issue for new mums! - <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=513922870&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Buy here</a>.</div>
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It's only when you start writing that you realise that you have bought quite a few new things...This is that <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=612940203&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">navy star shirt</a> (again) and then these incredible brine backless mules. These are insanely comfy and have a price point under £40!!! Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=618737617&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Life with a 6 month old baby means that the days of holiday reading by the pool is fairly limited/none existent. That said, I managed to cram this very inspiring book during the week and can highly recommend if you are a creative/wanting to up your Insta-game. Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=611552515&pid=uid8144-36840488-65&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Obvs, handbags float my boat, I always need a new one....Having a choice of bags and colours is hard work (#firstworldprobs) however, I finally narrowed it down to this one, the <a href="http://www.modalu.com/hemingway-small-grab-fawn.html" target="_blank">Hemingway (small) in Fawn</a>. </center>
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The close runner up was the Willow Triple Compartment bag - I'd have probably gone <a href="http://www.modalu.com/shop/handbags/willow-large-grab-fawn.html" target="_blank">Fawn</a> or <a href="http://www.modalu.com/shop/handbags/willow-large-grab-black-1.html" target="_blank">Black</a>...</center>
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Oh oh and it has a cross body strap too when, like me, you need hands free (to catch the *dummy/puke/toys - *delete as appropriate).</center>
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My Hero Bag - buy <a href="http://www.modalu.com/hemingway-small-grab-fawn.html" target="_blank">here</a></center>
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Blouse - I love the sleeves on this, expect to see a lot of this over the next few months - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=604365306&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></center>
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Biker Jacket - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=509440007&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></center>
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Boots - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=534274241&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Every season I know certain pieces that I <strike>need</strike> <strike>have to have</strike> really want, studded boots were the one for me. It's the first year that I've bought flats as the go-to too...(let's face it, they are essential with buggy life!)</center>
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They are perfectly perfect and lets face it, they are £845 less than their high end twin, the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=609635705&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Givenchy Prue Biker Boots.</a></center>
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Buy the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=534274241&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Topshop Amy boots here</a>.</center>
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Before these, there was an equally as <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=607833963&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">beautiful pair from ASOS</a>. I loved them, they didn't love me. </center>
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A couple of weeks back, the team over at the <a href="http://www.celtic-manor.com/" target="_blank">Celtic Manor</a> invited a group of lady bloggers over for a night at one of their <a href="http://www.celtic-manor.com/hunter-lodges-about" target="_blank">Hunter Lodges</a>...</center>
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The resort is only half an hour from me, just over the bridge in Wales! It's perfectly secluded in the rolling Welsh hills. It boasts breath taking views, piercing silence and is worthy of every 5 star it has against its name!!! </center>
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We were lucky enough to be hosted a night of Christmassy cocktails and food in one of the 10 Hunter Lodges, which are truly spectacular! </center>
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<li><i>There are 10 luxury self-catering lodges hidden away within the resort, all of which overlook the famous 2010 golf course.</i></li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Executive Head Chef - Mike Bates, cooking up a storm for us in the lodge kitchen.</td></tr>
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A massive thanks to Celtic Manor for a truly fabulous night!! </center>
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For those of you that don't know me, I'm a strong, resilient, positive and confident (and sometimes quite fabulous, non?) person.</center>
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My favourite press event of the new season so far has been Next, by a mile!! It'd be selfish of me not to share my finds and wish list, along with some of those items that are already available...</center>
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Lace top - This is new (obvs) and I LOVE it.. high neck and the perfectly portioned billowy sleeves. - buy <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0435094001.html" target="_blank">here</a> or as it's been very popular, similar here <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=542106975&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">too</a>.</center>
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Jeans - buy <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/jeans/view-all/relaxed-fit-jeans-c733918p3773906.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Gucci bag - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=478605981&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Oversized jacket - last season, similar <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=604550104&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Anyways, for TEN very British pounds they can be yours in the sale - Buy <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/copenhagen-star-trainers-5269201?bi=0&ps=20&Ntt=copehagen" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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I'll still be lusting over their doppelganger, the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=540266545&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Saint Laurent court classics</a> but until then...</center>
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It's no secret that I've been a lover of NEXT footwear over the seasons - always amazing value and perfectly on-trend. You can only imagine my delight when I was invited to the launch of their new AW collection a couple of weeks ago.</center>
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I also have the caged shoe-boots (shown above). Again, these are insanely comfy and a major bargain too at £40! They look great with a short leather skirt or, boyfriend jeans and a rock tee. Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=525726282&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</center>
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Leopard suede pixie boots - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=530891234&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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These are stunning velvet heels that are perfect for all the festivities coming up! Buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=539215445&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Here's just a few more of my favourites...</div>
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1. Gold loafers - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600408060&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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2. Brocade mules - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600414888&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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3. Lace up shoes - buy <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/go34028s3" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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4. Gold sandals - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=525728782&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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5. Red animal print boots - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600408036&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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6. Fringed loafers - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=539216337&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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7. Denim buckle shoes - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600406200&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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8. Double strap boots - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600415560&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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9. Metallic strap shoes - buy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=600412236&pid=uid8144-25507988-80&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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Although you'd think that this was a sponsored post, it isn't...NEXT just have bloody good shoe collection.</div>
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