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 

The Little Black Jacket Exhibition

This post is a little late, but I guess its always best late than never, fact! So last month, I headed down to Sloane Square in London to visit the "Little Black Jacket" exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery. 

Reading List

Reading is very essential for entering the fashion industry. It is so beneficial being able to know the most you can about designers, styles, trends and general culture.
It is such an amazing feeling when your having a conversation and have the ability to express the knowlegde you carry about the fashion world. Well for me, I love reading about fashion, its not just about catching up on our favourite editions of fashion publications but yes about exploring further into biographies, websites and factual fashion books. Below is my current pile of books that I am currently reading. Check them out, and I recommend all of them, seriously!

On my dressing table...

Dear Readers,

Thought it would be a good idea to share with you some photos of the beauty products that I am currently using. 

My ultimate favourite make-up brands are Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent, always have been and always will be. They can be quite pricey but are completely worth it, I also love Lancome, Christian Dior and Estee Lauder. 

Nail Varnishes: 

I love nail varnishes, one can never have too many. I do have more but with the recent events of moving house they are stored somewhere within my luggage, but the ones above are some of my favourite colours.

Perfumes:

CK IN 2 YOU - Calvin Klein

ELLE - Yves Saint Laurent

No 5 - Chanel (Purse Spray)

Red Delicious - DKNY

To be honest, I require some new perfumes. My all time favourites aren't here which is Miss Dior Cherie and Chloe. (More gifts to be added to the birthday wish list)

Yves Saint Laurent:

Teint Radiance Foundation - £31

Luxurious Mascara - £23

Elle 50ml Eau de Parfum - £53

Lipstick - £23.50

YSL Lipsticks are the best of the best, make sure to get yourself one!

Chanel:

Poudre Universelle Libre (Natural finish loose powder) - £31.50

Soleil Tan de Chanel (Moisturising Bronzing Powder) - £32.50

Le Crayon Yeux (Eyeliner) - £17

No 5 Chanel Purse Spray - £70

Nail Polish - Black Pearl - £17.50

Christian Dior:

Dior Compact Mirror (Free with Dior mascara a couple of years back)

1 Colour Eye Shadow - £20

Dior Addict Lip Maximiser - £20

Dior Addict Lip Gloss - £20

Lancome:

Hypnose Mascara - £21

Lipgloss - £20

Mix & Match:

Guerlain Illuminator

Estee Lauder Lip Gloss

Rimmle Lip Stick

Rimmle Eye shadow

Barry M Glitter Eye Liner

Bourjois Eye Liner

Bourjois Eye Shadow

Christmas is nearly here

Its been a while since my last post, I apologize sincerely, its been a hectic couple of weeks, trust me. Literally have have no time to come on-line. But I promise from now on I will post more often. 

With 1 day to go until Christmas there is still many people who still haven't bought their presents. Well below are just some ideas for gifts for women, ideas which I based on what I would like to receive so let's hope my parents see this post. 

Enjoy my choices.

Yours truly,

Mickey Boots

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote - £237.20 (Shopbop)

2. Yves Saint Laurent Arty Ring - £140 (Net a Porter)

3. Hunter Original Black Wellington boots - £79 (Office Shoes)

4. Miu Miu Wallet - £240 (Miu Miu)

5. Mulberry Miniature Bayswater Keyring - £100 (Mulberry)

6. Set of 3 books - Chanel - £50 (Net a Porter)

7. Yves Saint Laurent Elle eau de parfum 50ml Gift Set - £53 (Selfridges)

8. Mango Leather Bow Gloves - £22.90 (Mango)

9. Tiffanys Key pendent necklace - £245 (Selfridges)