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Jumper- Boohoo// Skirt and Rings- H&M // Bag- Next

These pictures were kindly taken by my sister about a month ago. I had every intention of uploading them as soon as they were taken but I refrained. I don't actually know why. I often find that I lose my blogging 'mojo' and can't quite figure out exactly why this may be. However, I am so determined to fully get back into it because I can recall of how happy it once made me feel. I know that sounds a little dramatic and overwhelming but for a long period of time, blogging was an escapism for me. It was a platform for me to share my interests and inspirations. It was my little world where the number of hits that I got on each post, or how many followers that I garnered were so irrelevant because my love for it was a lot more meaningful than that. I know that I'll get back into it, eventually. I don't want my blog to be predominantly based around fashion anymore and want to transform it into a platform where I can share my other interests and my journey in faith as well. Even if the contents are unrelatable for the majority of people who'll stumble across my posts, I'll find comfort in their authenticity and in the hope that it will be relevant to a few people. I think that's what matters the most.

Just to conclude, I thought I'd talk a little about this outfit as it's one of my favourites to wear over the Summer. Monochrome is one of my go to trends mainly because of its timeless and effortless qualities. I love the instant flirty twist that an off the shoulder top adds to an outfit and I've found that I'm more drawn to Bardot tops and anything quite loose fitting around the neck for this season, especially. The best part is knowing that this style can make the transition from Summer to Autumn and I've got aplenty of them folded neatly in my wardrobe. Hurrah! 

Ruth x

Leave a Comment Boohoo, HM, Monochrome, ootd, Summer

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Dungs

Dungarees- Miss Selfridge// Shirt- Forever 21// Blazer- H&M// Bag- Next// Brogues- Primark// Necklace- Shop Dixi

Officially kicking off Spring with my dungarees. I've had them for over 3 years and can never actually part from them whenever I try to list them on eBay. There's just something about owning a classic, denim dungarees that somehow makes my life complete. Similarly to my last post, I just can't get enough of pairing anything denim with anything white, there's just something so fresh and happy about those two formulas. Are there two types of colours or trends that you always team together to achieve that effortless look as well?

Also, I picked up this gorgeous little horse shoe necklace for just £1 in the Shop Dixi sale and I can't take it off. It's so delicate and simple, yet it just compliments everything that I wear and gives it that finishing touch nicely. This time last year I was all about the statement necklaces (you know the ones I'm talking about) but now, I can't ever imagine wearing a necklace that hasn't got a simple, sweet pendant. How times have changed, eh?

Hope you've had a fantastic weekend.

Ruth :) x

3 comments denim, dungarees, Forever21, HM, missselfridge, Next, ootd, Shop Dixi

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Cat Eyes

Note to self: need to start ironing my clothes. Oops

 Meet Doug!

 I lost that beautiful spiral ring down the woods. I was devastated. My heart is still breaking over it as I type this :(

Meet Betty the French Schipperke

 Gazing up to God.

Last but certainly not least, Jack the Jack Russel.

 

Cat Jumper- ASOS// Skirt and Chain Rings- H&M// Boots- eBay// Faux Fur Jacket- Market in Birmingham// 

Nail Polish- And Other Stories

How genius is this jumper? Elbow patches that come in the form of cats; bravo, ASOS, bravo indeed. I instantly fell in love with it when I saw Amy from The Little Magpie tweet about it. Little did I know that my ever so thoughtful boyfriend had noticed it on my instagram and had ordered it for me as an anniversary gift (which was last month). Chuffed is an understatement to describe how I felt when he handed it over to me. The fit is perfect and it's thickness is just about right for Spring which is a bonus. I paired it up with my most beloved Kenzo inspired skirt from H&M. The pairing of the short skater design and the long sleeves on the jumper allows me to play with different proportions, which I think is perfect for Spring as, let's be honest, it's still a little chilly out.

Speaking of which, on Friday we were blessed to have the most beautiful weather that we've seen so far this year, so Jay and I decided to take his dogs Jack, Doug and Betty for a walk down the woods (that lovely little Husky only came over to say hello and pose for a picture, cheeky). You might have noticed that I'm wearing my ankle boots but don't worry, I didn't actually go for a walk wearing those bad boys. I knew it was going to be super muddy down there so I was sensible and borrowed Jay's mums trainers. Trust me, the boots came straight back off as soon as Jay took the last photo.

I love nature and appreciate it's beauty and tranquillity so a day like Friday was just perfect for me. I'm just awaiting for the Summer to finally arrive where I can spend my days out in the sunshine exploring hidden gems around Swansea and Cardiff with Jay (and dogs).

Hope you're having a lovely weekend. What have you been up to?

Ruth x

(Al photos are taken by my lovely boyfriend, Jay)

6 comments asos, ebay, HM, rings, spring, Swansea, wales, woods

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A Pop of Tartan

Shirt- eBay// Blazer- H&M// Scarf- Urban Outfitters// Jeans- GAP// Boots- Gift// Lipstick- Collection in Queen of Hearts

Hello everyone. How have you been? Hope your week's going a lot better than mine. I'm still hideously ill and I'm hoping to shift it before Local Natives on the weekend. Let's hope!
I've had this scarf for over a year and swear it only really makes an appearance over Winter (funny that) and I feel that this year I can fully embrace it haha. If you've been reading my blog for a while (thank you) then you'll know that I love prints and a clash of them and colours. This is exactly what this scarf brings to every outfit that I match it with and the fact that it's tartan makes it all the more special.

Happy Wednesday!

Ruth x

7 comments ebay, GAP, HM, tartan, urbanoutfitters

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Crip Crop and Kaleidoscopic Prints

 

Hey guys! How have you been? I can't believe that I've just started the last semester to third year of Uni. How time flies! Hope your studies are going well. 

Last week my sister and I paid Cardiff a little trip to raid the shops and purchase some clothes and accessories that will be key staple items to our Summer wardrobes. It was also the perfect opportunity to make the most of student discount as I graduate in the Summer. Boo! 

H&M were offering 50% off on their trousers and jeans, so I knew that I had to snap these beautiful pants with a kaleidoscopic like print on. As you can tell, I love a good bargain and always try to purchase items that will give me the best out of my money, so at just £3 the plain black loosely fitted cropped top from Primark definitely fulfilled that little desire of mine. Like everyone else, I love the look of teaming up a cropped top with skirts, shorts or trousers that have a higher waist. Think Kelly Kapowski from 'Saved by the bell.' I definitely think that this look will stay on trend for a while as it greatly flatters so many different figures and it allows you to be playful and creative with which items to pair up together with.

Cropped top-£3 Primark

Necklace- £4 Primark

Trousers- £7.49 (Normal price £15) H&M

Wedges- £20 Urban Outfitters

19 comments croppedtop, croptop, HM

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Spring has Sprung

 

I'm nearly into the third week of my Easter break already and after piling on layers and layers of clothes to shield myself away from the coldness, I can officially say that the sun has finally come out to say hello :). Hooray! I'm so glad that every last bit of the snow has gone and that I can actually add more loose fitted shirts and peep toe shoes to my outfits again, although having suffered from this hideous cold I should still opt for more layers but I was too excited to see the sun and feel some warmth against my skin.

I wore to outfit to a little going away party that some of my parents friends organised for us. We're hoping to move to Cardiff soon, exciting times. I bought these peep toe shoes from River Island back in January and have been itching to wear them out, alas the perfect opportunity finally came. Teaming them up with casual, high waisted black pants and a simple white shirt tucked in kept the outfit on trend without trying too hard. As for accessories, I opted for a statement necklace which I think added interest to the whole outfit. I absolutely love accessories that enhance and add beauty to the neck, I always focus on that area through necklaces, collar chains and scarves. I hope you like this outfit. Is it sunny where you are? How have you been enjoying the sunshine?

Ruth :) x

Shirt- Forever 21

Pants- Primark

Shoes- River Island

Necklace- H&M

Bag- Charity Shop

20 comments Forever21, HM, primark, ri, riverisland, spring, wales

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Dogtooth and Pastels

 

Hello everyone! Hope you've had a wonderful February so far. So after a few weeks of worrying and over thinking, I've finally plucked up the courage to start doing 'outfit posts.'

I've always adored pastel tones, whether it's on trend or not, so I was over the moon when I picked up this lavender jacket from the H&M sale as it compliments this soft baby blue dogtooth leggings so well.

I must apologise once again for not posting enough on here. The stress of third year has really got to me and as I'm currently writing my dissertation I'm always stuck in the library.

 

Feel free to comment below and let me know what you think of my outfit. Positive or Negative comments are welcome. Thank you :)

 

Ruth x

 

Jacket- H&M

Shirt- Forever 21

Collar Tip- Regal Rose

Dogtooth Leggings-Uniqlo

Ankle Boots- Florence & Fred: Tesco

45 comments Dogtooth, Forever21, HM, Pastel, Regal Rose, Uniqlo

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