Revenge Friday- trying new places in London

 Hey darlings x

I haven't posted the last few weeks because I had a death in the family which was very very sad. But this post was sort of written over several weeks. 

Haul

I have been doing a bit of shopping over a few consecutive weeks because the weather has been just so miserable recently and I started a new job so I wanted some like smart wear. However, I am quite particular about what I buy.

Recently, I have been following Andrea Cheong on Instagram- if you are not familiar with her she talks about clothing quality and sort of advises about what you shouldn't purchase and what is a better alternative. I always thought it was me being fussy when I was shopping but actually Andrea is reassuring me that I do actually deserve better. I defo recommend checking out her insta.

 I went shopping a while ago at The Glades and I sort of set out to get a pair of straight/wide leg tailored trousers but nothing was looking right on me. I definitely want to keep looking for the wide leg trousers, I think it is a really nice look. Anyway I did pick up a pair of work trousers they are quite slim and are in a pinstripe fabric. These are going to look so cute with a white shirt and ballet flats. 

My new pinstripe trousers and red jumper x

I brought this red jumper from the charity shop. It was in the menswear section and they had like a whole selection of colours. They were all like the nicest cashmere silk blend. I have worn this loads.

Then, I got this red long sleeve top from Monki. I love this and I have worn it loads- love the details and it looks quite sexy. Ignore my hair, I just got out the shower.

I have always loved this style of boot and because my feet get chilly at work, I decided to purchase these for work. However, when I got home, they did not go with anything I owned... fuck. I will keep them though because I really like them and hopefully I find something to wear with them but yeah I am kind of annoyed at myself. I think they are quite classic so, I am sure I will get round to wearing them.

I wrote a few blogposts back that I fancied a new fair isle jumper and I ended up purchasing this one and it is perfect. I am so pleased with this, it looks so cute with jeans and will look cute with some ballet flats when the weather is warmer.

TV, Film and Podcast recommendations

I have totally run out of podcasts to listen to because I am quite specific about what I like. I like something investigative but not like a dark true crime. I don't really like the format of multiple presenters, it is like not relaxing to hear people fight to talk over each other. Then I also don't like anything motivational because podcasts are like my unwinding before bed thing, like if its motivational I might jump out of my bed and start cleaning my room or something.

Call me by your name (Netflix)- This is a really lovely film. It is a film about a young man/ teen (Elio) who lives in Italy during the summer with his family. His father, who is a professor, has a colleague stay with the family. Elio and the colleague like form like a bond. It is very aesthetic and so makes you want to go to Italy and just vibe and read books. It is sweet.

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Louis Theroux Meets Pete Doherty- This is on BBC Iplayer and it was actually quite interesting. He discusses a lot of like his past with drugs and the stories are... crazy. There is quite a dark part where he discusses a death of a party-goer who attended a party he attended. There is a very funny part where he gets like heartburn or something- idk what was going on.

The Parisian Agency (Netflix)- This is like some light reality TV. It follows a family run luxury estate agents based in Paris. It is nice for a bit of escapism because the properties are quite gorgeous. But yeah this is good watching and I always like to watch things in French because I sort of hope (naively) it is good French language revision. 

I am also ashamed to say that I have been watching the Robbie Williams docuseries on Netflix. 

Revenge Friday (a week back)

I have been sort of researching some places I want to go in London; I have written it down in a list and I am starting to tick a few off. 

On Thursday night I went to L'Esgargot in Soho which is a French restaurant and it has a really nice atmosphere, lots of artwork on the walls and sort of old school. It was really lovely; I went with my partner after work. I think I need to go back because I didn't actually have the l'esgargots (snails); I didn't fancy a whole dish of them to myself and my partner is a stricter Vegetarian than me, so he wouldn't want to share. 

Then on Revenge Friday I went to Peckham. I went to a restaurant for lunch with my friend. It is a Persian vegetarian restaurant called Persepolis and it was delicious. My friend and I shared some meze plates, harisa halloumi and they have like a nice drinks menu. We defo ordered too much food but yeah it was good.

Then we did something a little off-piste; we went to a zine fair in Peckham Levels. If you don't know what a zine (or fanzine) is it is basically like a self published magazine, printed in typically small editions with quite a niche or specific subject matter. I did look through a few and they looked fab but I am not good at talking to new people because I just think in my head they are going to like dislike me or I am going to offend them idk. 

We then looked round some second hands shops on Peckham highstreet. Although neither of us got anything. We then went back to hers for a cup of tea and we watched Thirteen (2003) which I had not seen before and I actually quite liked it. It is very dark and it is quite disturbing given the age the girls are meant to be. The story is of a girl who befriends a cool girl from school and they end up sort of spiralling into drug abuse and reckless behaviour basically.

I had a really nice day: it was fun to explore Peckham and always so lovely to see my friend.

Lots of love,

Happyhippo x

New Clothes Purchases Demure Vibes

 Hey darlings, 

So I was going on hols to Berlin and I decided to refresh my wardrobe and make some purchases on vinted because they are very like edgy and cool in Berlin. 

I purchased two black long sleeve tops off vinted. The first is like a really cute cotton blouse which has like spots on it, it has like a bow at the front. Ignore the fact I put zero effort into doing the bow, it does look nice when its properly done up. I have also since got a black vest to wear underneath.

Then I got a really cute velvet top, this is so witchy and cute. I love the vibe this has and it has a really cute slit in the back and like a lace panel. Ignore that I'm in my pyjama bottoms, I am so lazy when it comes to taking photos. Yeah I am really pleased with both of these, they're both wardrobe staples.

I also got a black skirt off vinted, it is like jacquard with a lace bit at the bottom. This wasn't so successful because I can't always zip it up totally. It is slightly too small but actually it is still wearable.

This is my new black skirt which I have paired with my velvet top. I think its a cute outfit.

I also got a black leather blazer. I see a few people wear these leather coats and I always think they look really cool. My friend wore one when I met up with her a while ago and she really inspired me. I purchased this off vinted and it is quite fitted but I am actually quite relieved because I wasn't sure if it was going to be like oversized which isn't my vibe. I love this, I think it is so chic. 

I purchased some adidas trainers which I think look really cute. I thought I would get a colour since everything I tend to purchase is in black. These with legwarmers are gonna be a look.

This isn't a purchase, just something I have acquired. My sister gave me back a jacket that has been in her possession for the last three years. I loved this jacket and I wore it none stop but decided to let it go for a few years because I was just wearing it none stop and wanted a change. I am so glad I have it back.

I also got a pinstripe blazer from a second hand shop in Berlin. I have style it with a LBD and I think this would look really cute to go out with for a date or to go to a club. I think I am going out this Friday, so I will wear this outfit. Maybe it is a bit too formal.

I got this dress from the charity shop, for a wedding that is in June. It didn't cost much, so I can splurge on the shoes and bag. I am thinking blue or black strappy heels maybe with a thin alice band. However, if another dress grabs me a lot before June I can just purchase that and wear this in the summer. I love the floral pattern it is really pretty with the slightly subdue colours.

I have also purchased another dress off vinted but it hasn't arrived yet. I am going to a clubnight with a society and you have to dress as a fairytale character. I am going as tinkerbell which isn't very original. I am so not sure about doing things like this but, I think it will be fun. This actually jogged my memory, I watched a YouTube video where a man was like obsessed with Peter Pan and he was like old and danced around in tights. It was peculiar. 

I saw a picture of Bella Hadid wearing some trousers with like pelvis cut outs and I actually think I could pull them off, so I am sort of searching for something like that. Anyway I should hopefully be back soon with a new blogpost.

Love,

Happy Hippo x

Autumnal Winter Outfits 2022

 Hello sweeties, 

Today I thought I would share some Autumnal outfits that I have been wearing. This year I have totally nailed my autumnal wardrobe if I do say so myself. I also think I have nailed a capsule wardrobe this year as all my clothes are like mix and match. It is very cohesive. I never have situations anymore where I have nothing to wear. So I hope this inspires you to construct a nice wardrobe.

But yeah, these are just a few outfits, and I probably could do a second post, so if you like this post let me know and I can rustle some more outfits together. Let's begin x 

Look 1

This is sort of boring but I thought I would start with this look as it is comprised of our fave basics: the flares, the ballet flats and a Longchamp bag. Totally Parisienne. I paired this outfit with a black long sleeve top that I purchased from New Look, it has the cute lettuce hem detail. 

Also excuse the sort of ugly pic, I had just got changed and my hair was still like damp.

Flares; DKNY TKMaxx

Black Top: New Look

Ballet Flats: M&S purchased from Ebay

Bag: Longchamp purchased from charity shop

Look 2

I was given this floral broderie anglais skort by my sister who had purchased it from a second hand shop. I wore this a lot in the summer, but I realised if I paired it with a long sleeve top it can also be brought into early autumn. The skort is so adorable with the ruffles, it is even more puffy in person- so voluminous around the butt. 

They often say that the shoes and bag should match, and I do actually agree with that. They don't have to match match but the vibe has to be the same. It definitely helps when building a capsule wardrobe. My bags all sort of goes with my shoes.

Alice Band: H&M

Baguette: Coach

Skirt: Gifted by my sister purchased second hand

Look 3

This outfit it really cute. This isn't a good pic of the outfit because you cannot see but I am wearing a pair of pink ballet flats that tie the outfit together because they match the bag. This is very woman on the go.

Bag: Vintage Coach

Jumper: Uniqlo hand me down

Camisole: Primark hand me down

Look 4

Jumper: H&M

I wear this outfit a lot but I do think that the jeans and the jumper together there is not enough contrast. The jumper also looks cute with a pair of leggings and ballet flats. I have paired this outfit with a red lisptick. This is just a cute look to wear to the library. The jumper is so cute awell, you cant really see the sleeves are quite 70's.

I actually so wish I could knit. I have tried in the past to learn but I just do not get the hang of it.

Look 5

I brought this padded alice band from Accessorize and I love the burberry vibes. I paired it with a check skirt and I sort of love the way the patterns are different but also go sort of cute together. This is such a preppy look, perfect for attending university.

Skirt: New Look hand me down

Alice Band: Accessorize

Look 6

This is not even for autumn, but I did buy this dress from the charity shop last week. It was £6 and the brand is French Connection. I love the monochrome floral pattern on the dress. It fits so nicely and yeah I think look a bit adorable in it. The scoop neck and empire waste makes it look very classic. I cannot wait to wear this on a date with bunny.

Look 7

This is a bit of a throwback outfit. I love this skirt; it was my mums, which she made from an old sundress, and then I just made it shorter. But yeah, with black tights and a black top I think it looks really chic. I would probably pair this with the brown handbag otherwise it is a bit too much black going on. I look so unapproachable in all these photos lol. 

I really hope you enjoyed reading this blogpost. I am like writing this in the midst of one of them predicaments where it feels like it could only happen to me. I am sure everyone's life is like this, but I just find myself in the weirdest situations sometimes. I have like really good problem-solving skills though because of my bad luck.

Anyway, I am just rambling now. I'll see you soon.

Love you xx

Revenge Wardrobe- French Edition

Honn xx

You may have read my last my blogpost- so heartbroken. I am currently in Nice, France for a bit just processing what happened. Anyway, since I am in Nice my sister gave me a few birthday presents: some clothes she picked up in the charity shop and a small gift- and they are just perfect for a revenge wardrobe. I have written a previous blogpost about revenge life and I have put the revenge terminology at the bottom of the blogpost. A revenge wardrobe is a wardrobe you curate in order to get revenge, it should be flattering, maybe a bit sexy and should just make you feel confident. Btw this is not literal revenge because the best revenge is self improvement. speaking about revenge life, I recently did really well in my essays for university (I got a first in one of them 🎈🎈🎈) and that makes me sooo happy. The one I did less well in, I got good feedback and they said my work was very promising.

On my first day in Nice I was dragged out of bed to buy some new sandals as the ones I came to Nice wearing were so knackered- I had trekked pretty far in them.

 I got these really cute strappy ones in gold and my previous ones were gold so I knew it was a good choice. Gold is a neutral and will take you from day to evening. As my sister pointed out, the straps strategically hides my large ankles :/

My sister brought me a cute headband. It’s ivory with gold embellishments. My friend used to call headbands like this tiaras which always melted my heart. Also, one of my sisters friends said I looked very regal in my crown.

Anyway I styled it with this Zara playsuit I got many years ago and something interesting is that this was like the last thing I ever brought from Zara (I think) because I have been boycotting them in the last few years. When I purchased this playsuit the woman THREW the change at me. It was a mixture of coins and notes. Like actually threw it at me so yeah I have not really wanted to shop there since. Anyway, I love this playsuit it’s very cute.

Second outfit is this tarot print skirt. So my sister lent this to me and we have been swapping it back and forth for the last few years but currently it is in my possession. I styled the skirt with this H&M bodysuit that I brought a few days ago. I think this bodysuit is so cute. Very sexy neckline. My sister brought one too in black and orange. 

My sister purchased this skirt for me from the charity shop. It has a really cute French Provençal pattern. I think this looks really french chic. So nice. And again I have styled it with the new bodysuit from H&M. Ignore the fact my legs look really pale compared to the rest of my body.

I’ve no idea what I’m doing.

This is the look I wore to go for aperol spritz. A velour black dress and the tiara.

This is a cardigan my sister also picked out from a vintage shop. This crochet style cardigans have been popular for the past few years and this is a really lovely trend piece because it’s very classic. Also, I think it might be handmade because there is no label in it. When I took this photo there was a pigeon flying about the apartment and so I look very shook. I had locked myself in a room and waited for my sister to rescue me because I am terrified of birds. Anyway I love cardigans like this, it looks a bit hippy and a bit witchy.

I’m so scared. Also it has shitted on the halloumi. 

Anyway guys,

I will probably chat with you soon. I’m going back to Cardiff shortly.

Love you lots x

Revenge Terminology

Revenge Wardrobe: This is a wardrobe you create for yourself to get revenge. It is characterised by stylish and confident outfits that are very you. 

Revenge Weekend/ Week: This is a weekend or week dedicated to self improvement activities. This could be building your revenge wardrobe or meeting up with friends. The most important thing is that your week is fun!

Revenge Field Trip: A Revenge Field Trip is a normally a trip you take to become more cultured. Maybe you go to an art gallery or museum. Maybe you visit a new place for the day. The focus is becoming more cultured and gaining info for your new revenge life. 

Revenge Holiday: This is normally a holiday taken in solitude. You might be taking a revenge holiday to process a break up of a relationship or friendship. Normally you will dedicate  the holiday to becoming more cultured, reading books and indulging (shopping, eating and pampering). 

Autunmn Winter 2020 Catwalk Looks I Am Vibing With

Oh hey x

So I woke up early this morning and I couldn't fall back to sleep so I was sort of just watching fashion shows and I was like let me just put together the looks I think are cute in a blogpost.

Chanel A/W Look 61: I love the like velvet Peasant moment, its so chic. This is like a Christmas day look.

Chanel Look 51: I am sooo loving these polka dot moments, they're actually cc logos and they're so chic. I love this sort of smock coat.

Louis Vuitton Look 6: I love the pinstriped trousers underneath the big warm jacket. Its very like, 'oh I'm leaving the office' and then you put on a big practical jacket. I get it.

 Gucci Look 2: Omg how cute is this little outfit. I love the chinese knot buttons such a sweet detail.

Gucci Look 41: I love the smocked velvet dress. They have some like Guy Fawkes look going on.

Gucci Look 57: I had to put this in because its just really nice. I really liked this whole collection.

Gucci Look 15: I love the courtesan aesthetic going on here. Its so fun. Yeah really beautiful.

J.W.Anderson Look 6: I love this coat its so fun but it just works. Really nice actually.

Marc Jacobs Look 33: I love the headscarfs and Mary Janes. Yeah I can imagine someone wearing this getting into their Trabant.

Marc Jacobs Look 6: Guys I love this sort of demure Russian look. Its very cold war. So sweet. I really liked this collection. The dancing in the show is quite something, it is actually very emotive, yeah worth a watch this.

Anyway btw I got all the images from 'Runway' section of Vogue. Its actually quite a good resource if you need some life inspo. Here. I was going to do a conspiracy post but after some research I realised it was a false lead (a false lead that involved me going round all of Jersey on google streetview). I hope you enjoyed.

Lots of love Ruby x