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What were they thinking?

It’s been a while since the last edition of ‘What were they thinking?’ – did you miss it? For those that are new to the series, I’ll fill you in. WWTT is a series based on some of the more debatable current trends or clothing items. The point isn’t to hate, but to debate! Do you agree, would you wear it, have you seen it on the street?

For this edition I’m featuring a scan from the December issue of JELLY.
The item/trend in question? Panties (thongs) that are visible over jeans, shorts etc.

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Now don’t get me wrong, I adore fancy panties but I really do dislike seeing other peoples over the top of their trousers. It reminds me of high school when showing your thong over your trousers was popular. I wasn’t a fan then and I’m not a fan now. Sorry ladies, I’m sure you look fab in your panties but have a little class and keep them hidden.


This was most likely shot for the magazine/ad campaign alone and is not an actual trend. So don’t worry. Let’s just hope it doesn’t become one!

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Welcome to my world…

Do you all remember when I was living in Paris and I posted about my room?
Well I thought I would update you with my space in my current accommodation, here in England.
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Cosmetic & Beauty products, British fashion magazines & Accessories

Decorations, Japanese fashion magazines & letters from friends

Wardrobe decoration

I have a lot more space in the accommodation I choose this year.
I just have enough space for my laptop on my desk which is littered with fashion magazines, jewellery, cosmetics and beauty products. There are also several items of decoration from travelling or just things that caught my eye. 
Since taking these pictures I’ve already accumulated more items. I don’t know how I do it.
No pictures inside my wardrobe this time as I want to do a clear out in the New Year, which means a tidier and more organised wardrobe for me…and maybe some sales for you?

I want to see your rooms!!
bloomzy /

Tonight your Host will be…

(H&M, Honeys, Zara)
My friend decided that for her birthday we would all dress as Japanese Hosts. 
However that ended up turning into just a general androgynous look, as a lot of the girls weren’t confident they could emulate such fabulosity, which is fair enough. 
I still had fun dressing in a shirt & blazer, with studded boots for a bit of added rock. Like the Poppy? I wore it all November on that blazer. I think it made a great accent.

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Lush Cupcake Event

In October a few friends and I went to a specially arranged ‘Cupcake Event’ at our local Lush store. I’m a big fan of Lush, as you already know, and cupcakes, of course. The event drew us in with it’s offer of a free facial, make your own face mask and decorate your own cupcake.
And of course a nice chat with the Lush shop staff, always a pleasure.
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Friends getting facials, their colourful array of bath bombs & some cupcakes
&& the sparkly cupcake I decorated!
Shhh…it’s supposed to be a rose.
The chocolate & peppermint face mask I made & I also bought some toner tabs and a shower bomb.

The event was so much fun, and perfect for a girly evening out. My tomboy-ish friend even commented on how she had ‘enjoyed being so girly, but it had probably filled [her] quota for the month’. Girly-ness aside, the facials were very relaxing and it was so much fun making our own face masks and decorating cupcakes. Not to mention I chatted for ages with the lovely shop staff. We discussed; shopping trends, Lush in Japan, their latest gift boxes and how they were designed, and much more…

I can’t wait for the next Lush event!
bloomzy /

Weekend Hiatus

Just taking a short hiatus, for this weekend only.
As you probably guessed, it’s work/university related.
With it being the end of term all the work is piling in, and I have a rather large essay on the European Union that needs to be handed in next week, so for now it’s Au Revoir~

See you next week!
bloomzy /

Trend; JELLY’s BEST 10!

The December issue of JELLY offered an insight into their top 10 fashion codes for the season. Including ways to stay stylish & warm.
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#1
Oversized (boyfriend) blazer x Denim shorts x Military boots/Creepers

#2
Maxi knit x T-shirt x Coloured shorts

#3
Knit onepiece x Ankle boots

#4
Loose knit x ‘Old man’ trousers x Flat shoes

#5
Collared top x ‘Under Knee’ skirt

#6
Hat x Blouse x Wide trousers

#7
Leopard print top x Coloured bottom

#8
‘Different material’ top x Maxi pleated skirt

#9
2 Colour shirt x ‘Mannish’ trousers

#10
‘Volume’ Outer x Design tights
There you have it.
Plenty of ideas to stay stylish, warm and casual this season. 
I do feel some of the codes are a little over-done (blazers/knits x shorts), however I do like the androgynous looks that have been popping up; easy to re-create and always chic, not to mention also in fashion in Europe/America. 
Will you be trying any of these looks?
Looks #5, #8 and #9 are my personal favourites!

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Winter Warmer

My fiancé bought me this dress almost 2 years ago, on our first holiday to Japan together. It’s from a small, but wonderful store in Shibuya 109’s basement.
I only get to bring it out in Winter as it’s made from a very thick, almost fleece-like material. It’s simple, but the material & studs dotted around the collar make it different enough for people to compliment me on it. This has to be one of my staple Winter pieces, and I hope it will be for a while.