Box With The Kangeroo

song of the day - Death Wish by Lloyd Banks

 dress - UrbanOutfitters (currently on sale for £12). boots - Dune. socks - Primark.

I've been wearing my old boots pretty much every day for around 2 years, and it's time to retire them. They've been worn so much the leather has thinned, and there are now two little wholes in the right boot. I do still love them, and haven't managed to throw them out (yet), but I did buy these boots as a replacement a few weeks ago. They're from the same brand (Dune), so let's hope they last just as long.

With The Wrong Attitude

song of the day - Nice Guys Finish Last by Cobra Starship

top&jumper - Primark. trousers - Zara.

Sometimes you see something in the sale that you really want, but don't exactly need so you don't buy it. Then, when you go back online later because you've decided you actually really do need them they've sold out. That's the story behind these trousers. I was absolutely gutted, then I managed to find them in the big Zara in Manchester, where I immediately snatched them up before I could change my mind. Again.

I mean, green corduroy bell-bottoms are just a must, right? Well, maybe not, but who cares. They were only £7.99.

 Rubi

She Caused A Scene

song of the day - Billie Jean by Michael Jackson

top & skirt - Zara. tights - Primark. 

With Christmas over my hours have gone back down at work; no more working 6 days a week (for the foreseeable future)! This means I actually have time to sit down and catch up with the blogging world. Be it writing my own blog, or reading others, I love relaxing with my wifi.
For my first outfit post of the year I thought I'd go with an old favourite: Zara. I still remember when we first got Zara in my hometown, it was lust at first sight. 8 years later and we now have a love that will never die, Ross and Rachel ain't got shit on us.
I'm not a big wearer of white (I say this every time I do a outfit post wearing anything white), but this skirt just had to come home with me last year. The shape, and material is just perf! Zara know how to make a good pencil skirt, they always fit perfectly.

Rubi

Well The Weather Is Cruel

song of the day - Christmas Time by Darkness

It's become apparent over the last month or so that I can't resist a nice jumper. I own a lot of jumpers already, but when the cold hits I just want to be surrounded by them. Some people dream about rolling around in a big pile of money, I dream about rolling around in a big pile of jumper.

I don't own any christmas jumpers, and have never owned one (to my recollection). That had to change this year. I found the above jumper in Primark and it is perfect. Not too tacky or over the top, it's great to show a bit of Christmas spirit.

This next jumper is also from Primark. I already have this jumper in a grey/white mix, and I knew when I bought that one that I'd probably end up getting other colours.  Hopefully I can stop after 2. They're just so cuddly and warm though, I usually wear them to work under my uniform. 

Last but certainly not least is the jumper I'll be living in over Christmas. This beauty is from H&M, and a bargain at £14.99. It is honestly the warmest thing I own, and not scratchy, which I thought it would be given the sparkly bits. I was thinking about wearing this for our family Christmas meal, but it's so warm that I might just turn into a puddle while cooking.

Rubi

The Skies Were Bigger

song of the day - Run Run by Those Dancing Days

sunset 6/11/15

dress & choker - H&M. card - Primark.

November is here (and has been for 2 weeks, whoops), and the weather definitely matches the month. I managed to catch a cold over the weekend at work, so instead of going to the Christmas markets today I'm staying in bed.
This outfit is from around a month ago, I've just not had time to keep up with the blogging world. That's one good thing about being ill, I can catch up with all the blog posts I haven't been able to read in the past month.

Rubi

Your Web, I'm Caught

song of the day - Poison by Alice Cooper 

I am so ready for Halloween. I probably won't be going out on the actual day (unless I have to work), but you bet your ghosts I'll be watching all my favourite Halloween movies. Hocus Pocus, HalloweenTown, Casper, and then at night I'll have to watch at least one Nightmare on Elm Street. Freddie was always my favourite horror movie baddie, although I do have a soft spot for old Jeepers Creepers.

I bought this necklace as part of a set from H&M last week and I love it. Spiders terrify me (we'll ignore this from a few days ago), but I do love a good spiders web.

dress - Primark. necklace - H&M.

 Rubi

She Woke Up Late

song of the day - All That She Wants - Kooks

jumper & skirt - Primark

Autumn has hit, and now it's time for thick jumpers and knee high socks. The leaves are changing and the weathers turning. I'm so excited for Halloween, and Christmas shopping. The only thing I'm not excited about is the clocks changing at the end of the month. An extra hour in bed? Fab. The sun going down at 4pm? Not so great.

I really need to get my jumpers out and washed, but to tide me over until then I've bought this cute roll neck from Primark. I was tempted to buy it in multiple colours, but I stayed strong and only purchased the one. Now if I happen to go back to Primani and see them again, well...

Rubi

Simple Things

song of the day - My Paper Heart by All American Rejects

 Some days I do just look like I've rolled out of bed and put on the first clean thing I've found. Probably because that's exactly what I do half the time.

 top - H&M. trousers - Primark.

Rubi
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Get Your Act Together

song of the day - Wannabe by Spice Girls

 In my last post I was transported to the 70's, this time I'm firmly in the 90's. Sporty Spice called and wants her outfit back. This is probably my most comfortable outfit ever. It's the one I go for when I have to leave the house on my day off, but aren't really going anywhere special. Basically it's my fuck-I-have-no-food-in/best-get-to-Asda outfit.

I haven't worn trainers in around 3 years, but for the past year I've been lusting after a pair of New Balance's. When I finally decided to buy a pair it took me forever to pick the right ones. After a while I managed to find these beauties on ASOS and it was love at first sight.

top - Primark. joggers - Pink (VS). trainers - New Balance.

Do you wear trainers?
Rubi
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Notify My Next Of Kin

song of the day - Wheel's On Fire by Julie Driscoll

My aesthetic? Patsy Stone without the drugs and alcohol.

It's no secret that I have been loving the seventies trend this year. When I spotted this skirt on the Missguided website a few weeks ago I knew I had to have it. They also have it in blue which I will not buy. I won't. Promise!

blouse - Zara. skirt - Missguided. tights - Primark. boots - Bertie. choker - Forever21. lipgloss - Charmed by LA Splash.

Rubi

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She Get Dropped Off

song of the day - Beez In The Trap by Nicki Minaj

I love taking photographs, it's my favourite thing to do. I have the week off work so expect more photo based posts!

top - Missguided. skirt - Primark.

You may remember that this top is actually a jumpsuit. I like to mix it up every now and then, wearing items in different ways. I did have to pin the pant-legs up a little, otherwise they'd have been dragging below the hem of the skirt.

These outfit photos are a month old now, my fringe is now out of commission. I kind of miss it, but not enough to trim it back. Maybe one day it'll be back.

Did you have a good weekend?
Rubi
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We're Gonna Pull Somebody File For The 90's

song of the day -  Breath Control ii by KRS-one

Sometimes you've just got to wear something comfy and chill out.

I'm feeling very Rachel Green circa 1996 in this outfit, and I'm ok with that. I loved some of the outfits worn in Friends, and wouldn't mind switching wardrobes with Rachel (and Phoebe, and Monica). Rachel is probably the reason I love turtlenecks so much, as well as short skirts with knee high socks. 

 dungarees & top - Primark. lipstick - 01 Kate Rimmel.

Are you a dungaree lover? Or do you think they should only be worn by children?
Rubi
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The One That They Call a Queen

song of the day - Diva by Beyonce

skirt - Zara. cami - Primark. 

choker - Forever 21.

Have you ever just seen something and thought "yes, that's for me, I don't even care how much is it"? Well, that was me when I saw this skirt. It's a great shape, and I love the print. Thankfully it was only £9.99 (bargain). It's one of those pieces you can dress up for a fancier occasion, or dress down for a brew with the girls. Perfect.

Rubi

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Do What You Did To Get It

song of the day - Living Proof by Royce Da 5'9" ft Eminem

top - Primark. jeans - Forever21.

I'm not even a Slytherin, green just suits me more than red. Anyway, Primark have been killing it with all the Harry Potter mercy they've been selling recently. I can't believe it's been 8 years since the last book came out, but HP is still going strong. I'm pretty sure I'll still be rocking the Potterhead look when I'm 80 years old, shuffling with my zimmer. 

My Granddad bought me this bike second hand about 15 years ago. I've probably been on it a handful of times through the years. It has a pink, plastic woven basket on the front with Snoopy on it. It's full of rust and spiders webs, and it's a permanent feature in my back garden. I was never really taught how to ride a bike. My friends tried to teach me when we were younger. I can do a very small loop on one, but I can't keep the balance for long. I'll forever be riding backy.

Rubi
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Your Foolish Pride

song of the day - Layla by Derek and the Dominos

skirt - Zara. blouse - Primark

I was never a member of the brownies, but in this shirt I feel like I could have been! I've been feeling yellow a lot recently, but paired with my usual black I look like a bumble bee. I really wanted this shirt though, so I was determined to wear it. I can't remember how much it was, but it's from Primani, so it'd be under a tenner.
Every season there's usually one trend that I fall in love with, and this time round it's that 70's show trend. The woven skirt is making me feel very seventies, with the colour scheme it has going and, the flare. All I need now are some gogo boots, and a poncho. Pretty sure my mum will have them in an attic somewhere.

Sorry for the blurred face, I think I must have moved my head during this photo.

What's your favourite fashion trend of the moment?
Rubi
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Just Laugh And Joke Around

song of the day - Mardy Bum by Arctic Monkeys

I love a good skort, they're a good excuse to get my pins out. I do not like autocorrect changing the word to skirt though! 

This turtle neck is around 6 years old now, and it's still one of my favourite tops. The dog on the front just reminded me of Stitch from Lilo and Stitch, so I couldn't not buy it. I got it when Zara first opened a store in my hometown; it soon became my favourite place to shop. 

top - Zara. skort - Primark.

sorry about all the wrinkles! I need to do some ironing.

How do you feel about the Skort (in general)?
Rubi
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Don't Want Your Diamonds

song of the day - Dolls by Primal Scream 

I do have a shalwar, undershirt and dupatta that go with this dress, but at the moment they are hiding from me. 

Oh it's been a long week. I've been ill since Wednesday, which really messed up my plans for yesterday. Thankfully I had the week booked off work anyway, so at least I have been able to relax and mostly get over this cold/flu.
Anyway, I bought this dress (and the rest of the suit) for my cousin's wedding a few years ago. I love the colours, and the layered skirt. As soon as I saw it I knew that it would be my outfit for the wedding (and for some of the other weddings I'd be going to for a few years). 

Sometimes you just need to wear something that swishes.

Rubi
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Because She's Like A Girl I've Never Seen

song of the day - Granger Danger by Team StarKid

shirt dress - Missguided. top - Primark. jeans - Forever 21. lips - Bauhua5 by KVD.

I told you there would be an outfit post with this top in soon! I'm feeling very chill right now. I have another week off work this week, and it will probably be my last one for a few months. I doubt I'll be as productive this week as I was for my other week off, but you never know.

boots - Bertie

These are my every day boots, and I wear them with pretty much every outfit. I've had them for over a year and they're still going strong. I've seen similar pairs in NewLook, and Forever 21, but I don't feel like they would last as long, at least not with how often I wear them. It will be a sad day for me when these bad boys are no longer wearable.
Do you have a go to pair of boots? Which is your favourite boot brand??
Rubi
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