All Things Heeled...

So there I am; innocently milling about on the internet, as I do rather well, when out of nowhere - I fall in love.

It's an inexplicable, illogical, unrequited kind of love but it's real love and I'm in deep. 

And whom is the object of my affection, the apple of my eye, the fire in my loins I hear you ask?

These. 

These stunning Union Jack style heels, designed by the fantastic Nicholas Kirkwood and worn by Taylor Swift during the 2013 Victoria's Secret fashion show. 

Doesn't she look fabulous?

So to help me deal with my new found obsession, I did some research. I know I'm a little late to the party as the show was in November last year but hey, no one cool ever turns up early to a party, so I guess that makes me the epitome of cool. (Just let me have this!)

The gorgeous range of shoes were designed by Nicholas Kirkwood and Sophia Webster.  Sophia has been getting a lot of hype in recent years, and quite rightly.  She also designed these beauties for her new Fall 2014 collection:

You can see more of her awesome designs on Pinterest and here.

If, like me, you missed all of the hype of the Victoria's Secret show, I have found the best articles for highlights were written by Grazia and The Guardian.

So with my new obsession in full swing, imagine how excited I was to find out that the 2014 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show will be held in London!  However, after doing some research I have discovered that unless I cure a disease or release a top ten album in the next few months, I'll never have enough money to go - which I don't really see happening in my near future... Damn.

Looks like I'll just have to maintain my addiction from behind my laptop screen.  But I can tell you one thing for sure, this is one party I definitely won't be showing up late to!

All Things Miley...

I've developed a new obsession that may result in me becoming shunned from my friendship circle should they ever find out.  I'm even tempted to erase my browser history just to eliminate any possibility of being discovered.  It's bizarre, and I never thought I'd ever have this issue, but I'm currently obsessed... with Googling pictures of Miley Cyrus.

Now Miley fans may rejoice that I have joined the herd. But I assure you this isn't so. I'm not about to start reciting her discography to anyone who will listen, and I sure as hell am not prepared to watch her movie LOL ever again. However, I can't help but Google images of her on tour as I'm a little bit in love with her amazing costumes. 

How could anyone possibly not be obsessed with these?!

After a little bit of research, my obsession became self-explanatory as I discovered that her outfits were designed by fashion masterminds The Blonds.  Now, anyone who has looked through some of my past fashion work would know that I did my fair bit of research on The Blonds whilst working on my Katy Perry project. I was in love with their amazing designs five years ago and Miley has just reignited the torch I hold.

Now everyone knows that Miley is famous for (among other things) sticking her tongue out. So how perfect is this diamanté lip leotard for her?

I love the perfect form and shape, as well as how glittery it is. (Who doesn't love a bit of glitter?) And how perfect was her grand entrance on a giant tongue shaped slide?  Don't get me wrong, I'm not particularly a fan of seeing her open gob everywhere I look, but this is brilliant...

Another costume I'm obsessed with is her dollar bodysuit. Which totally reminded me of the Jean Charles De-Castelbajac dollar dress that Katy Perry wore whilst I was working on my project...

And the notes even have her face on them!!!

Mileys clearly in love with showing off in leotards. But the other one that really caught my eye was her Union Jack body that she wore whilst touring over here. Whereas in the US she embraces the American flag.

Let's face it, the Union Jack has got the classic stars and stripes beaten here...

Any fashionistas or appreciaters of awesome design and eclectic fashion should definitely check out The Blonds' work. 

And any friends of mine, don't fear - I haven't suddenly become a "Smiler". I just have a new-found appreciation for her personal stylist. Now, please excuse me whilst I ride away on my Wrecking Ball...

All Things Single...

That would be me then.

After just over a year together, Sam and I have split up and I've kicked him out of the flat.  So what does a girl do in this situation?  She goes away with her favourite girlie.

Last week we packed a bag and headed off to Birmingham to see the Clothes Show Live and shop our hearts out.  And that we did.  After a Megabus up in the morning, we arrived in Brum just as the shops were setting up so we went for a cheeky breakfast at Cafe Rouge.  (I say breakfast, but the price we paid I'm pretty sure we have shares in the company now).  

After that we attacked the Bullring.  For those of you that don't know, the Bullring is an awesome shopping centre in Birmingham.  We attacked the basics; Forever 21, New Look etc.  Before moving on to lingerie; La Senza and Boux Avenue didn't know what hit them.  We must've spent about £200 each over the course of the day.  

That night, we threw on our new clothes and went clubbing; Brummie style!  The picture above is us just before we headed through the door.  We summoned a cab and told him to take us to "where there will be people".  So we headed to Spoons.

In spoons a couple of guys took a shine to us and decided that we would make a foursome.  We weren't happy about this but tottered up the road to the next club which was really busy and had some good drink offers on.  I have no idea what it was called but the music was good and our newly adopted 'friends' bought us drinks which saved waiting at the bar.  

After a couple in there and a trip downstairs to the questionable toilets, we decided to head on.  The next club was desperate to get people inside so I bantered with the promo guy until he offered me a bottle of "champagne" for going in.  (By champagne read: Chateux Shit...)

There weren't many people in there but the music was awesome (Fresh Prince of Bel Air, anyone?)  It was really good just to have a night to ourselves where we could do whatever we wanted.  A cheeky drink and good slutdrop to Jason Derulo can make everyone feel fantastic.

Somewhere around the 4am mark our feet were killing so we tottered into a taxi and back to the hotel where we had a footbath before heading to bed.

The next morning we got ready and headed for some lunch before going to the Clothes Show Live.  I've loved the Clothes Show ever since I went on a school trip when I was about 15.  This time however, I'd bought presale tickets so we were front row!

And by front row, I mean FRONT ROW!

It was amazing! And definitely helped take my mind of things.  I mean, look at all of those topless men!  I can't wait until next year.

After we'd had our fill of the sassy men, we headed back to reality and got a ride home.  I had such an amazing time that I've decided that I belong on the front row now.  Maybe I can convince the Clothes Show to run every month in future...

All Things... Shoes!

Growing up I was never really a girly-girl.  I lived in jeans, hoodies and trainers and my hair was always out of my face.  But after moving to uni and trying to find clothes worthy of nights out, as well as having the luxury of wearing whatever I want to class for the first time in my life, I've developed an obsession for clothes.  Term after term, my loan has melted away into a mound of heels, handbags, dresses, blazers, leggings... and the odd bottle of vodka.

A serious obsession has been developed over these last few years: for shoes.  Gone is the time that I lived in my black and white Chipie trainers until the sole had worn so thin that they couldn't be road worthy and my toe was edging out of a hole at the front.  

Nowadays I'm spoilt for choice between flats, wedges, heels, boots etc. 

I'm taking full advantage of my student discount to build my collection into something Anna Wintour would be proud of.

Here are some highlights of my 'Shoe Closet':

 Galaxy Lace-up Boots

 Lacy Nude Heels

 Pink Bow Heels

 USA Boots

Zebra Print Heels

I'm off out to show off my new heels and admire other girl's.  Now that's the real reason I go clubbing! I will not rest until my shoe collection is as big as Kim Kardashian's!

All Things Brit

I'm a little bit excited for the Brits today. Just over an hour to go!

Ed Sheeran has been nominated for the most awards today, and upon arrival at the red carpet, was given this from Lego, in tribute to his song Lego House.

How amazing!

Also Jessie J arrived about an hour ago looking gorgeous as always...

Personally, I love her hair today but that dress is definitely a stunner.

She's not the only celeb thats glammed up for the event, Ed Sheeran is certainly looking dapper in his suit...

Big performances tonight are coming from Ed Sheeran, Rizzle Kicks and Olly Murs. Also Adele is definitely going to have some big wins tonight. Her table is closest to the stage; if that doesn't give the game away I don't know what does...