OOTD : A Summer Favourite

Blouse - Dorothy Perkins

Gingham Leggings - Topshop

Necklace - Topshop

Geek Shoes - Topshop

Satchel - River Island

Here is one of my favourite outfits of the Summer, every item in it is a must have for me. These gingham leggings have been a staple piece for me this Summer, they have definitely been shown lots of loving . I just love how suitable the pattern is for Summer but at the same time they are still something super comfortable for when I don't want to get my legs out. I have also got a lot of wear out of this blouse as it goes with absolutely anything. Again great for when I don't want all of my arms to be on show. The mint geek shoes are the best sandals in my opinion, great for when you forget to paint your toe nails! I just love the panels and as mint is a pastel colour I was obviously going to love them. A statement necklace sets off any outfit and this one is absolutely amazing. Pastel colours again and I adore the silver chain with the gold bugs. I can't not look at it without exerting a little cry of excitement. Finally the River Island satchel. This is a great little bag that is bigger on the inside than the out and is light as a feather on my shoulder. All in all a great outfit when you want to go Summer casual.

Want it, Can't have it - My Summer Wishlist

As a girl with no money I am constantly seeing things I want but can't have. Most of these things are clothes. I think internet shopping makes it worse because I can go on there whenever and I am constantly receiving emails about discounts that I can't even use!!! I feel Summer is the time I want to shop the most as there are so many different outfit combinations I could create. Therefore through my longing for clothing I have built up a summer wishlist for the unlikely event I suddenly come into some money (I'm hoping I find £1000 on a street corner.)

The first item on my wishlist is this lilac dogtooth co-ord from Missguided.

There are so many reasons why I love this. Firstly, the a-line skirt. I really like skirts in Summer as they make me feel so girly, free and feminine, but I find it really hard to find skirts that suit me. I like to wear high-waisted skirts so I feel this shape of skirt would suit me. The crop top would cover up my flabby bits, overall a flattering outfit. However the thing that draws me most to these co-ords is the lilac dogtooth print. I LOVE LILAC. It is definitly my colour this Summer. I can't even explain why, it's just a colour I love to look at and wear. I'm in danger of having an all lilac wardrobe I swear.

Proving my love of lilac, the second item on my wishlist is the lilac feather cross body bag from River Island. This is just adorable. It would be like having my own little fuzzy pet creature thingymebob on my hip! I have an obsession with River Island bags but I don't think I have ever wanted one of them this badly! The gold chain finishes the bag off perfectly and would be perfect for a Summer night out.

The third item on my wishlist is the smudge print tee from Miss Selfridge. The recurring theme of lilac continues! This top reminds me of clouds and marshmallows (perfection). As pastel colours are everywhere this Summer, as well as paint patterns, it is spot on trend. Personally I love t-shirt sleeve lengths for the days I don't want to reveal all my arms and remain a little covered up. This top is great for one of those British Summer days where the weather can't quite make up its mind - pair it with a statement necklace and you're good to go. 

Ok so the fourth item on my wishlist doesn't have AS much lilac in it. These white abstract print slouch trousers from River Island are absolutely gorgeous, all the patterns and colours really work well together. The geometric prints and flowers complement each other so well and have a slight oriental feel to them. These are definitely my kind of trouser. Perfect for the days when you can't be bothered to get your legs out, or have to go out but just want to be super comfy. These would fit right in with my Summer wardrobe. 

Fifth on the list is the blue abstract floral print swing dress from River Island. The blue in this is so serene and calming even though the dress has a busy pattern. I love the flower print - one of my Summer essentials is a floral print dress. The three-quarter length sleeves gives the dress a sense of individuality as I have not seen many dresses with sleeves like this on the high street. It again works well for the not always boiling hot weather of British Summertime. A swing dress is always so flattering, allowing you to pig out and no one be any the wiser , a definite staple piece!

Finally, I had to have a statement necklace on my wishlist. The sixth item is a green stone flower necklace from Topshop. The green and purple stones on this necklace are beautiful shades and arranged so delicately into their floral shapes. I feel this necklace would work with so many different outfits and pieces in my wardrobe. A good chain is hard to find and I love the gold chain on this piece. Another essential in a Summer wardrobe and a worthwhile accessory to purchase. 

So there you have it my Summer wishlist. Let me know in the comments what items are on your Summer wishlists! 

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