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OOTD: Nana Fancy Dress

(Jacket: Primark, Top: Japan, Shorts: Zara, Tights: eBay, Shoes: Barratts*)

On Saturday I went to a joint party for two friends, and of course there was a theme.
All the best parties have themes, and this one was ‘Cartoon Characters of the 90s/2000s’.
I don’t watch many cartoons but from the ones I have watched/watch I just couldn’t think of a character.
Then I remembered that one of my favourite fictional characters of the 2000s was originally an anime (Japanese cartoon).
So I may have cheated a little bit as mine was based on a live action movie character, but the thought was there.
Who did I go as? Nana Osaki (reference photo here).
I love her strong character, and of course her personal style!
I paired suspender tights with my new faux leather jacket, a staple for any Nana costume.
I also choose a skull motif top I bought in Japan (fitting, no?) and some ripped denim shorts from Zara.
The piece de resistance though were the wedge creepers that Barratts recently gifted me – I’m in love!
They are the comfiest, most badass pair of shoes I own at the moment and I want to pair them with everything.
They are perfect for the rock chick side of my personal style…and for any future fancy dress parties, of course.
I even created a short bob hair style using this cheat by Cheesie, and used a leather bracelet as a choker.
What do you think of my fancy dress costume?
For fans of the creepers, they also come in red, blue and purple – I WANT THEM ALL!
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Review: Mariaveronica @ ASOS marketplace

Skull, feather and spike necklace from Maria Veronica @ ASOS Marketplace*
Recently the lovely Maria Veronica of Diamond in Rouge contacted me and asked if she could send me something. 
What was that? Well she wanted to send me one of the skull & spike necklaces from her collection on ASOS Marketplace.
I was so happy because I’d been browsing her items when the store first opened, and fell in love with them!
Maria’s store currently features necklaces and bracelets.
The silver necklaces are lovely, especially the ones with turquoise accents.
The stars of the collection though have to be the spike skull feather necklaces, like the one above.
They come in 3 different colours; black, pink and blue. I personally love them all, but the black & gold suits my style best.
Unfortunately a few of the feathers fell off mine in transit, so it looks slightly different.
Everything in the collection is £10 or under – that’s an absolute bargain!
The skull necklaces, like the one I was sent, are right on trend!
So many brands are using skulls and spikes in their collections right now
I can’t wait to start coordinating mine with my winter sweaters and leather skirt.
I deliberately didn’t take a photo of me wearing this because I know you’re going to see it in tons of OOTD posts.
You can find Maria’s store on ASOS Marketplace, here.
Use code ‘bloomzy’ for 20% off all purchases until 25th December!
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OOTD: Gold Leaf

(Blazer: H&M, Top: Chicnova*, Jeans: Primark, Shoes: Oasap*)

Finally I had time to do another outfit post!
I’ve been so busy lately that even when I dress up I don’t have time to take photos.
Well let’s hope that will be sorted soon, because I love dressing up and posting my outfits on here.
This top is one of those items that looks casual but can so easily be coordinated with a dressy outfit too.
I went for something in the middle, and paired it with a simple blazer and jeans – I wanted it to stand out.
This is for fans of this season’s Baroque trend who love the look but want to work it into a more casual outfit.
It’s from Chicnova, another online store that updates constantly with cheap, on-trend items.

I also visited Aurum Jewellers again on this day, but more on that later…
Don’t forget to visit Oasap and use discount code: ‘bloomzy’ for 35% off!
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Style: Playing with Fashion

(Top: Oasap*, High Waisted Shorts: eBay, Creepers: Oasap* Hat: Topshop)


(Top: Oasap*, Skirt: H&M, Wedges: Internacionale, Handbag: Off Brand)

Recently I received a couple of new tops and straight away I started thinking about how to coordinate them.
I love seeing a selection of items laid out to create an outfit, so I though I might try and give it a go myself.
I decided to create 2 very simple but fashionable looks – one is more of a rock look, the other more feminine.
Look #1
Lately I love pairing baggy stylish t-shirts with my rugged vintage high waist shorts.
I decided to go for a fashionably grunge (in the loosest sense) look, using my creepers and mini roller hat. 
This just seems like a very casual and easy look to re-create, but still individual and memorable.
I’d accessorise with: a chunky gold chain and plenty of rings!
Look #2
I love monochrome looks, so this was my inspiration for this outfit.
Keeping in with this seasons leather trend, I paired a simple silk top with a pleated faux leather skirt.
To top it off I picked my favourite wedges and a white & gold quilted handbag; cute and feminine.
I’d accessorise with: a delicate necklace & bracelet, and big earrings!
I could easily have seen myself wearing either of these outfits to London fashion week.
Would they have garnered attention? I don’t know, but I do know that I’d have felt fabulous!

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OOTD: Autumn is here!

(Coat: from Taiwan, Top: Topshop, Shorts: eBay, Shoes: Internacionale, Accessories: Marc Jacobs & eBay)

I think this is probably the first time I’ve been seen in a coat on OOTD?!
Well unfortunately the weather has called for it in the last few days – Autumn is here already!
That’s ok though as there are some fabulous coats, jackets and cardigans out this season and I love layering.
I guess when I put this outfit together I wasn’t too sure what the weather would be like.
Shorts & tight combos are a saviour in A/W though so I knew I couldn’t lose by choosing them.
Lately I’ve fallen for simple outfits with one main point of focus – for me that’s this belt.
I also like the idea of investing in a few key items, which you can work into various looks.
I definitely think I’ll be doing that with this belt as it’s so versatile, and screams out ‘fashion!’ to me.
I’m hoping this post will mark the re-posting of my OOTD posts.
I kind of paused for a little while, for no reason in particular – oh well!
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For the love of shoes!

Leopard head embellished court shoes*
Recently I’ve been on a bit of a shoe binge.
Usually I buy shoes that are practical, and only when I need a pair.
However over the last few weeks I’ve found myself becoming a bit obsessed with shoes.
In the last month I’ve bought/been bought 6 pairs of shoes.
Ok that probably doesn’t seem like much for the average shoeholic, but it is for me!
As I said before, I tend to only buy shoes when I need them, rather than want them.
So I started wondering why my shopping habits have changed so much recently.
Well, it’s pretty simple actually; the stores are bringing out some gorgeous shoes this season!
That, and some online shoe stores are having some amazing sales.
I’m currently in love with the leopard head court heels pictured above, from Oasap.
They’re just the right amount of glam and attitude, with a small heel so they’re comfortable and cute.

My favourite stores for shoes (& sales!) right now are: Oasap, River Island, Daisy Street and ASOS.
Don’t forget to visit Oasap and use discount code: ‘bloomzy’ for 35% off!
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OOTD: Leopard print creepers

(Sweater: Bought in Japan, Dress: Topshop, Tights: Primark, Shoes: Oasap*, Necklace: Topshop)

I’ve been waiting to post an outfit with these shoes.
These are Oasap‘s version of the popular underground creeper shoe.
I’ve wanted a pair of creepers (especially the new wedge ver) for a while, but can’t justify the money.
The quality isn’t as good as the Underground version, but then I don’t think anyone would expect it to be.
So until I convince myself to save the money for some, these will have to do, and they’re not a bad substitute.
As you can see I’ve gone back to black, once again because of the poor weather.
I did feel like the heart print tights cheered the outfit up and made it stand out a little bit more.
Thankfully I am off on holiday next week, so I am hoping I will be able to get the shorts and bright colours out again!
Don’t forget to visit Oasap and use discount code: ‘bloomzy’ for 35% off!