Get Ya Ruffles Out

Pink, ruffled dress vintage, boots The Dispensary , parka vintage, hat Portobello Market, tights Pretty Polly

I decided late last night that I have to show you my Auntie's pink dress and seeing as it's Friday today and Friday's are my new dress up day, it felt like the time was now (I may live to regret this).

I recently raided my grandmothers wardrobe (I usually do this at least once a month) and found the dress tucked away on the top shelf. It was calling my name. Except for my pink converse I don't think I have much else that's pink.

The inspiration behind this shoot was grunge girl vs. high school prom night. I like the juxtaposition of the heavy, dirty parka with black army boots.The  pretty polly 'hold up' tights are a bit cheeky but I think because the parka is so big and the dress not overtly sexy I can wear them.

Really fun for a shoot but I can't see when I would wear this delightful, sparkly numbher. My sweet 16 would have been ideal. Damn it....that's been and gone. Hhmmmmm my brothers sweet 16? Im sure he won't mind if I turned up in this. Actually, I think he would mind if I turned up full stop. I am NFI'd.

Here is the home made VIDEO from the shoot!!!

Likey?

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Have a fab Friday.

thelondonmodelcitizen

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LEATHER!! Ahhhh....!

"PLEASE PRACTICE PEACE PEOPLE"

BBrrrrr !! Is it me or is it cold in here?

Yes, I'm cold to the bone!

Blazer, Zara, shoes Senso, leather top and skirt CC KUO, glassess ASOS

"Hey, what about wearing some clothes", I hear you say! I decided to add a shirt- what do you think with or without?

And as an alternative lovelies you have these micro shorts. The smallest, tightest shorts you have ever seen a women to wear in London in the Winter. That's why I'm gazing outside....just to see if the weather's right today. I have this gut feeling that it may be a bit too cold right now. You can only dream...

Sun glassess Ray-ban, Shirt Gap and blazer Zara. Shorts and waist coat CC KUO

Look at these trousers! They are funky. I could wear these with my Nike air force ones to make the outfit more gangster.

                        

Hat Supreme, Shirt Gap, Blazer Zara, shoes Laboutin, Trousers CC KUO

I want to say a special thanks to Amber at Emslie Creative for the CC KUO clothes :) 

Thanks for reading.

Now, 'like' it and comment please.

London Model Citizen xxxx

Crisp orange leaves and cashmere goes well with a tartan skirt in the country

Happy Sunday!!

I haven't posted on the weekend as of yet, so this being my first 'weekend post' proves that I am officially hooked on blogging and must be truly dedicated.

I am so thrilled.... already my blog has been well-recieved and with the emails and texts from you asking about the clothes, it makes me smile. 

Keep 'em coming. You can always leave a comment for me to read and I will get back to you!

Anyway, I won't keep you long with the boring intro. I have uploaded a series of pictures that my boyfriend took this weekend in Sussex at his mum's house. I can't believe I actually managed to persuade him but after taking lots of pictures on my own at home with my tripod I feel I'm ready to up the game slightly and bring in a third person.  I kinda liked shooting it like this. I did want to still direct it all though so we had a few minor complications as you can imagine....

This is what I like to wear when I come down here. I would always say opt for  comfy, warm, textured clothes and it's important not to try too hard. Listen to this, when I first came here I got really carried away and deicded to have a Woodstock themed fashion show rotating outfits throughout the day, from bohemian vintage dresses to heavy furs etc.  I got a few stares ordering my half pint of shandy at the bar.  You could tell I was a London girl trying to fit in with the country style. OMG the cringe factor. Meh! You live and you learn.

So here goes.....

 Coat Burberry men's, shirt vintage, jeans vintage, vest America Apparel, socks Brora, wellies Hunter, cashemre hate vintage, cashmere wrist warmers Brora

Hat vintage, scarf vintage, cashmere jumper Brora, skirt Portobello Road market, cashmere socks Brora, wellies Hunter

Thanks for reading!

Now, for the comments!!

London Model Citizen xxxxx

Get Your Christmas Dress! Ranking of the high street

With Christmas just over a month away, the shops are filling up fast with all the sparkles, colours and glitz they can muster. 

I'm already reading about what to wear, how to wear it and when to wear it at Christmas and it's making me a little bit twitchy. 

Like most of us girls we want to get our hands on the best out there and getting it right the first time is essential. With so much to choose from on the high street I thought I should do the honourable thing and source out what's worth it and whats not! 

Cut out the average and the just plain rubbish. We haven't got time for any for that. We know that it's a desperate sprint to the finish line, sequins at the ready!

Speaking of a fast sprint, I'm running low in energy reserves because I've been focusing on the  necessary tasks such as party planning and festive blogging (obviously).   

Anyway, enough excuses. If you like fashion and LOVE to party here are the top high street Christmas Dresses you need to get your hands on before December 25th! That's 6 weeks from today! Crikey. 

French Connection

Facts: Not cheap. But so sparkly and lush

Ranking: Number 1!!

Price £195

Ranking: Number 2

£230

Ranking: Number 3

Price: £155

Ranking: Number 4

Price: £120

Marks and Spencer

Facts: Unlikely source, surprisingly good finds. 

Don't be a creature of habit. Check out what's in store now..... you'll be such a smug little Christmas elf!

 Price: £59

H & M

Facts: Alway reliable.

You know what you are getting and are always up to date with current trends. Very reasonably priced too. Perfect for the Christmas drought. 

Ranking: Number 1!!

Price: £39.99

Ranking: Number 2

Price: shirt £29.99 and skirt £29.99

Ranking: Number 3

Price: Top £19.99 and short £19.99

What are you excited about most for Christmas?

Have you found any high street Christmas dresses yet? I want to hear about them!

More to come.....so watch this space.

Happy shopping!

London Model Citizen x