A shoot; pt Two

So here are a few more shots from the other day with Ed Firminger.
Seems like we were glamourising smoking but we were looking for the effect the smoke can make more than anything.
You can see more of Eds work here:
www.flickr.com/eddfirm

SWEATER H&M

H&M Christmas Outfit.

Working at H&M means I get to spot little bargains and work with outfits long before the actual event.
I've picked this outfit out throughout the last few weeks for tonight Christmas Party. I wanted something that wasn't too flashy and something that definitely wasn't too sparkley. I can see it now, a little less than 18 or so girls, dressed head to toe in sequins for the festive event.
Not really me. I'd like to dress so I can look someone in the face without looking like a shining Christmas decoration.
I went with a colour I thought made a huge impact this year. That being maroon. The skirt itself is a beautiful texture and the style dates back to something out of the 50's. ( I just need a lovely boy to swing me over his shoulder and I can really show it off).
In fear that I may have put a plain outfit together, H&M have some new statement jewelry in store and I have chosen an ice stud and sparkle piece. (Excuse me for such a terrible picture!) This is a fierce and alternative piece to team with an elegant skirt.
The shoes arnt from H&M but from Missguided, my other fashion love. The wooden heel adds contrast and height ( I'm 5'2, I need it!) and I just think it goes well and compliments the maroon. I'm aware this outfit defeats the Christmas spirit, what with all the sparkle and stuff, but I was looking for an outfit that is timeless and can wear again and again!

I'll be posting LookBook photos of this outfit soon, come back! H&M NECKLACE £9.99 TOP £6.99 SKIRT £12.99 SHOES £35

Middle December

Hey guys :)
So its middle December, nearly Christmas time and for once I'm probably more excited about it than New Year.
I'll admit, I'm abit of a scrooge when it comes to the festive season! Probably because when you work in retail you have ghastly over played Christmas songs thrown at you from November onwards.

So tomorrow I have a shoot with Edwin Firminger. I'll share them with you tomorrow night!
Trying to blog on a phone is hellish. I'd like to link you to his site but it won't let me! But yeah, excuse the layout and I'll be back tomorrow! Btw, thanks for all the help and the follows! It's much appreciated!
Denim shirt from H&M - £24.99

Manchester Christmas Market

 

So every year, Mancheter host a magical German Christmas Market in the city center for everyone to enjoy. You can find stalls full of german food, swedish and italian, clothes from Nepal and France, coffee with anything from amaretto to rum in and of course lovely butterbeer in the german beer huts.

It seriously is the best cultural and festive Chirstmas experience you can find in North West England.
Open for one month untill Christmas Eve.
You can even find Afflex in this years Xmas Market which can be found in the town hall.

 

Visit Manchester Web Site

 

 

Whilst you are visiting, why not stop by at the John Rylands Library.
They are celebrating 50 years of Clockwork Orange and if you're a fan of the film/book then you must go!

It has original scripts, aswell as unforgettable props in the film!
It also has a brilliant gem from the past; What the Dickens. 

This includes an insight to dickens and also some handwritten personal letters from the man himself.

 It won't be there for long so make sure you go get involved!

 

John Rylands Library Exhibitions

 

( sorry about the terrible quality of the photographs!)

 

 A very recognisable and famous prop from the film ' Clockwork Orange'.

Part of the original script from the film. Scribblings from the director.

Apart from this, the library itself is a magical building with so many beautiful gallaries that are open to the public. It's gothic feel takes you right back to the olden days and it's breath taking architecture will leave you gawping. It's absolutely beautiful.

 

 

Such a lovely day in Manchester!

 

 

 

Christmas jumper!

 

Heres a sneaky peek of my Christmas Jumper!
Was too excited about it before I had chance to do a proper shoot.
I'll be posting about it very soon along with where it's from and how much.
Litte clue - it's in the picture!

Galaxy Sweater from She Inside

 

Love Love LOVE.

First purchase made from She Inside and it's quickly becoming my new obsession.
Regardless of the fact that they are based all the way over in America, everyone who is over the pond with me, you'll be glad to hear it's free postage! Which is truly a godsend when it comes to long distance delivery. It also tackles that annoying little issue with converting dollars into pounds so there is no confusing maths involved. Ahem.
Not a strong point.

But yes. I'm a short arse so ordering a size too big might have been a slight mistake as it's very easy to make me look podgy. I need to get out of that habbit and start ordering things to fit and not to be baggy.

Anyway, GET THIS SWEATER. Warm, awesome and erm, awesome!

 

 

Orange candle!

Had a shot at making a candle out
 of an orange today. How exciting is my life, seriously?
Honestly though, its a nice little trick and
it looks so cute when its done.

 

  

First, peel into two halves, keeping the stem
attached to one. This acts like a natural wick.
Add some olive oil to the base
and soak the 'wick' for a few moments.

 

 

Cut a hole onto the top peel so that when you light the candle, the flame has somewhere to go.

Light with a lighter, put top peel back on top and there you go!

 

A lovely Orange candle that looks and smells awesome!

( I was so good at this that I didn't even use a proper candle!...ahem)

Little tip. False nails probably isn't a great shout.