Japanese Chic

So, after weeks of waiting, I have finally received my university results and I can proudly say that I shall be graduating from London Metropolitan University with a 2:1 honours degree in Fashion Marketing. In order to celebrate this amazing news, I headed down to Cardiff to reunite with my best friend Molly, who has recently returned from her 3 month volunteering experience in Ghana.


On my first day in Cardiff, I decided to wear something a little brighter and sexier than usual. I recently bought this pretty Japanese-style floral print Kimono from the Zara sales, which I fell in love with straight away which I wanted to wear, what do you think? Cute - right?!

As you guys have probably noticed by now, Mom jeans are my favourite jeans of the season. I literally wear them all the time, one - they are super comfortable and two - I love the retro look that they reflect. Crop tops are also in, paired them together and what a wonderful match, ey?

Japanese-style prints have been a big trend for the past two seasons, I especially like the Japanese-style floral prints. This kimono reflects elegance and an element of chicness. It has now definitely become one of my favourite items within my wardrobe.

The summer sales have got to be the best sales throughout the year, even better than the january sales! I have honestly bought some really good garments this time around, especially from Zara, to which is probably my favourite store - no surprise there! These black sandals with a wooden platform, I had been eyeing up for the past couple of months, but had never actually got round to buying and amazingly went into the sale and half price! So of course, I did what any woman would do - buy them without thinking twice! Love, love, love them so much! Like mentioned before I also bought the kimono in the sales as well, got to say Zara this time have an amazing selection of discounted garments in the sale, if you haven't visited the store as of yet, do so asap! The statement necklace (below) was also bought in the sale however from Mango, such a cute necklace! What do y'all think of my recent purchases?

Make up: Foundation - Yves Saint Laurent Perfect Touch Radiance Foundation | Loose Powder - Chanel | Bronzer - Chanel | Blusher - Estee Lauder Pure Colour Blush | Eyeliner - Chanel | Mascara - Benefit They're Real Mascara | Lipstick - Estee Lauder (Shade - Solar Crush)

Outfit: Jeans - Topshop | Crop Top - Zara (old), similar here: ASOS & River Island | Kimono - Zara similar here: Topshop & Net-a-Porter | Platform Heels - Zara | Statement Necklace - Mango | Sunglasses - Marc by Marc Jacobs | Watch - Michael Kors | Bracelet - Marc by Marc Jacobs

Thanks for reading! 

Yours Truly,

Mickey Boots 

xoxo

Photo by Molly Ferrier 

Those Little Details

I'm a true believer that any outfit is made stylish with the right accessories. I think that most of the time I base what I am going to wear on a daily basis around which accessories I want to wear especially shoes! As you guys have probably noticed by now and by the name of my blog, I am unconditionally addicted to shoes, from flats to mega heels, wedges being my favourite kind. I am slowly building my collection of shoes and definitely look at them as being works of art instead of an item of clothing.


Here I have managed to make a very simple and casual outfit look that little bit more stylish with the inclusion of accessories. I recently bought this new orange mini shopper from Zara which I love so I thought that I would base my outfit around the bag, so of course I matched it with the same colour shoes and gold accessories. Orange is in-trend this season and continues to be in-trend in autumn/winter so definitely keep your eyes out for orange statement accessories because I guarantee you will make the most use out of them!

Outfit: Mini shopper, Ballerinas, Knitted vest, Chino Pants & Statement Necklace - Zara | Waist-belt - Warehouse | Denim Jacket - Mango | Bracelet - Marc By Marc Jacobs | Watch - Michael Kors

Thanks for reading!

Yours truly,

Mickey Boots 

xoxo

April Wishlist

1 Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac Bag in Mint via Shopbop | 2 Mint Statement Necklace via J Crew | 3 Boy Shirt in Polka Dot Print via J Crew | 4 Mom Jeans in Acid Wash via Topshop  | 5 Marc by Marc Jacobs Henry Dinky Watch in White via Shopbop | 6 Sheryl Sling Back Platforms in Cream via Topshop | 

Current Obsession: Marc by Marc Jacobs

For us fashionistas, designer wear is crucial, for those which can not afford everything designer, we limit ourselves to accessories and diffusion lines which are much more affordable.

I consider myself to be a "fan" of Marc by Marc Jacobs, I love the collections and this diffusion line by Marc Jacobs is much more affordable as well as excellent quality and stylish. Lately I have bought a few accessories to the brand; a laptop case and a case for my Iphone, which were love at first sight and must buys. I plan on buying much more garments as well as accesories, so keep reading for more of my purchases and let me know what you think. 

Marc Jacobs is one of my favourite designers among others such as Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and many more so keep updated to find out more about my interests and loves.

The laptop case I bought at Selfridges for £55, however later came across the website www.shopbop.com which had the same item for a much more affordable price. Go on there, trust me there are many more diffusion lines by designers such as Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, Chloe and many more at very affordable prices! I love it. I later bought the Iphone case on there, a great buy. So make sure to check it out.

Yours truly, 

Mickey Boots