Weddings and What to Wear

Weddings are my favorite, this year I got to be a bridesmaid!  This was for my cousin's wedding two weeks ago now but it really was a great day that completely knackered me for the following day.

I think I'm a little bit obsessed with weddings, I once did a whole projects on them in AS Fine Art.  I also used to work in a florist during my business administration apprenticeship so I got to meet several brides and learn about the flowers for a wedding.  This will all be very beneficial when I plan my own wedding in the future.

But for now I would like to share a few wedding looks with you as I seem to have a fare few suitable dresses in my wardrobe.

Please note these clothes are not current collections in shops but I will note where they came from in case they have something similar.  Please excuse my chubbiness.

Look 1; 70s Chic - Tried and Tested

Hat:  Essential

Jacket; H&M

Dress; Forever 21

Necklace; Superdrug

Watch; Michael Kors

Clutch Bag; Primark

Wedges; Top Moda (Las Vegas market)

Look 2; Floral Flip

 Flower Hairclip; Primark

Blazer; Matalan

Dress; Raw

Handbag; Primark

Heels; New Look

Look 3; Floral Nude

Flower Headband; Home Bargains (Still have them)

Dress; Oasis

Clutch Bag; New Look

Heels; New Look

Look 4; Posh Pink

Fascinator; BHS

Dress; Mela Loves London

Handbag; Primark

Heels; New Look

Look 5; Slinky Mermaid

Fascinator; Debenhams

Blazer; Matalan

Dress; Lipsy

Heels; New Look

Look 6; Smart Rouge

Fascinator; Home Bargains (Still have them)

Necklace; Primark

Blouse; New Look

Belt; Boohoo

Skirt; Red Herring

Clutch Bag; Primark

Heels; New Look

I think the key to these looks is the accessories that pull it all together into wedding worthy attire.  So a fascinator, hat or even just flowers in your hair really amp up the glamour.  The jacket or cardigan and bag can really liven up any dress.  And of course a pair of heels or wedges finish the look but remember to bring flats if you want to dance the night away.

My top tip would be to pick a colour that complements you or the wedding theme and stick to a maximum of 4 colours for everything else.  And if you are wearing a print such as florals just stick to one or two items such as a dress or just heels and matching bag.

Let's Talk About Shoes!

I love shoes. Many people can tell when I say I have about 80 pairs! It has got a little bit out of hand and I am due a shoe cull. You must be wondering where on earth I keep all these shoes? 

Well they are spread in a number of places so I don't realise I have that many. Everyday shoes are in the hall cupboard with my family's shoes; my dad put a big shelf unit at the back which is perfect shoe height. Then I have some in the bottom of my wardrobe in shoe boxes and my special heels are under my lift up bed, neatly displayed in rows.

I once tried to keep them in this DVD display cabinet but the was a bit big in my room.

Heels and wedges are my favourite because they look so pretty but aren't always comfortable so I invest in plasters and gel cushions or strips to protect my feet from blisters.

My dream shoes are Christian Louboutin of course; but I may get some for my future wedding as they are so expensive and special.  I'm not sure exactly what style as I defo need a strap to keep my foot but a nude colour to go with everything.

I have recently started pinterest and have a pin board called Shoe Porn https://uk.pinterest.com/elsybaby/shore-porn/