My Mini Fashion Week Update

Girls !!

Long time no see, huh ?

So as you may of known already I had work experience at a fashion course at a local college and it was amazing! Though, like everything it had it's difficulties like pattern making but hey, if I can learn Algebra I'm pretty sure I'll catch on to it.

Thought a good Idea would be to show you guys what I wore a couple of the days, yeah ? Not all of them but cause some days It was just a t-shirt (I know, fashionable right ?)

So I'm cutting this post off right here cause I'm starting to work on another one the now so don't worry, you wont have to wait too long for another lil' piece of me. Kidding on!

-Rachael xoxo

Update !

Just a lil' update for you guys so don't expect a massive rant today.

1. Got my work experience placement for a fashion course in college - don't know what to wear !
2. Got a few bits'n'bobs of makeup by natural collection, Barry M and Elf  - reviews ?
3. Gossip Girl&90210 start back up in the States on Monday - prepare for some style steals

Wow I thought I had more to update on, whoops. So I'll leave you with a picture I L.O.V.E !!! <3

-Rachael xoxo

Forever 21 UK

Happy New Year !!! 2011 will be this blogs year hopefully, yeah ?

Whoop ! I'm excited about this post, I've been waiting to do it for a long time. As the amazing Topshop crossed the pond over to New York you Americans returned the favour by blessing us with our very own Forever 21!

Although there is only one store (which is rather far form where I live) they have a UK site so we don't have to pay £30 odds for shipping ! So in celebration of this I thought I'd show you some pieces I might just be spending my Christmas money on.

Madonna Top

£15.80

This top is a best buy for me! It reminds me of Effy Stonem from Skins. I wouldn't say I was a rocker girl but this is just amazing and I love the quote on the back. 

CALIFORNIA VARSITY TOP
£10.80

Asymmetrical Ruffle Top
£20.80

What's your favourite of my 3 or do you have your own ? Comment below and tell me

Rachael xoxo

St Moriz Review

So it's been a while and I still haven't given you guys a review of any beauty products yet so that's what I'm going to do today.

St Moriz Fake Tan

St Moriz - classed as the "Holy Grail" of the fake tan world. Move over St Tropez this is is the next big thing, and at less than a quarter of the price of Tropez it's no wonder all the "tan-aholics" are going mad.

Rachael's Ratings!

Application (1-terrible 5-Super Easy)     ****

Colour (1-fake/orange 5-natural/brown) ****

Durability                                               ***

Value for money                                    **** and a half 

Don't be put of by the fact it says instant self tan, this is just because it goes on a nice dark colour so you can see what your doing. I got 1 streak and that was because I forgot to blend at the back of my arm so keep that in mind while applying it. It has a slight smell but it's nothing compared to others, not mentioning names Johnson's Holiday Skin. It dries very quickly and you don't have to stand waiting about for an hour in your bathroom. It lasts about a week with showering and moisturizing but it was a pain to get off. I was scrubbing until my skin was red, but I guess that's the price you pay for beauty, right? You can buy it online or in shops for about £2.99 and it will last over 3 months doing weekly applications. Plus researchers say St Moriz is basically the same formula as St Tropez. 

I don't think I'll stick to this fake tan though, it's just the hardship of scrubbing it off and I love to experiment with colour!

Hope this helps you guys that are looking into buying it!

Rachael xoxo

       

That bitter chill, That fluffy snow, That smiling snowman with the carrot nose... I wish!
Here in the UK its the "Big Freeze" but cause I'm on the coast the bloody salt air melts it. Is that not just so unfair? Anyway enough of the moaning and groaning I have news. I might (that's a might) be doing a Fashion course in college in January. It's only a week as it's a sort of work experience. But my teacher says last year they made mood boards and designed and produced waistcoats- that would be really fun, wouldn't it ?
Well I had an interview and I think it went well but I feel i could of emphasized how much I really wanted it as I really didn't say that alot. But I guess I done all I could and I'll have to wait till Monday to see if I get it.#

I've picked my best dressed of the week and its... (drum roll please)

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Emma Stone

She wore Roksanda Ilicinic  for Event for the Trevor Project on Event for the Trevor Project.

What do you think? Comment below, thanks

Rachael xoxo

90210 vs Gossip Girl Part 2

You girls might of seen Part 1 of my 90210 vs Gossip Girl post but if you haven't check it out in the Blog Archive.

So last time you saw the girls of 90210 and today I'm showing the equally fabulous Gossip Girls.

Here we have Serena Van der Woodsen sporting this chic school look.

Plaid shorts, mahogany striped blazer with matching grey tights and satchel are all style this Autumn/Winter.

Not to mention the gorgeous brogues or oxfords, whatever you want to call them. 

A clash of pattern for Blair Waldorf the "It Girl". This outfit works well for the character but it's not for me. The tweed skirt is my favourite piece of the outfit. I think that if it was paired with a crisp white shirt I'd be more excited but this is Blair we're talking about, she doesn't do simple. Also can I bring her tights to your attention. Utter bliss!

Ah... The notorious bad girl Jenny Humphrey (or "Little J" as called by Blair) rocks the grunge look. Plaid coat, loose tank, mini shorts, studded bag and grey leather boots. I guess we can thank J for the revival of the 90's. These are the best boots I've seen so far on GG this season. Their perfect for this A/W and well their just... stunning.

Vanessa Abrams ,the ever so artsy outsider as some may call her, usually goes for the bohemian look. Clad in peasant blouses and heeled clogs. But here V keep the boho look but adds a little chic. I love this dress! The floaty material keeps in tune with Vanessa but also adds a little UES (upper east side) to her.

As I done before with the 90210 girls, I'll show you some of the exact pieces that the GG's have been wearing.

Serena's licia Suede Racerback Pocket Tank in Mink by Joie

$244.00

Serena's Loyola Tote in Purple by Bryna Nicole

$349.00 

Blair's Allure Dress in Grey by Boy Meets Girl

$75.00 

Blair's Quilted Patent Leather Handbag in Red

$48.00

Jenny's Emma Maxi Dress by Gypsy 05

$126.00 

Jenny's Pearl Necklace by Ben-Amun

 $380.00

Vanessa's Joel Silk Layered Peasant Top in Moon by Joie

$248.00

Vanessa's Large Paisley Earrings in Gold by Jessica Hicks

 $1450.00

So that concludes my 2 part series of 90210 vs Gossip Girl. I hope you enjoyed it and I inspired you by showing all these amazing styles.

To Cast a Vote

Comment on this post saying which one you like better but don't all of you girls just say "Gossip Girl" or "90210" cause it'll be spammed like YouTube. So try "90210 :) cause it's West Coast" or "Gossip Girl - Gotta love Blair"

Love Rachael xoxo

90210 vs Gossip Girl Part 1

90210 and Gossip girl are two of my favourite shows. Like many other teen girls I lust after their clothes and maybe even their boyfriends... just a little. But what show is more fashion forward ?

Before I even delve into my research of the two I've already ready thought of something many girls would agree with me about. Gossip Girl's fashion alot of the time is very posh and preppy, not naming anyone Blair. Where as 90210 has a laid back Californian look going on. So I guess this is a case of East vs West. 

Annie wears a "music note" woolly cardigan with a stripe tank and lilac pastle shorts.

I love how you would never of expected these items to go together but they do in an "I just threw this one" kind of way.

Naomi doesn't always wear the Audrey Hepburn esque clothing but I thought this captured her personality.

Tweed skirt, cardigan and pearls you say. Sort of Gran like but with the right colours and well... face she pulls it off.

This is the latest outfit sported by Adrianna.

The mustard blouse and pleated grey skirt work well with her skin tone and hair. I personally would not wear it but I love it on her.

I obsess every week over Silver's style. She has a relaxed attitude and wears casual clothes (unlike Naomi). But casual doesn't mean boring. This printed top is one of my favourites worn by Silver plus the navy shorts compliments it well.

If you like me want to replicate their style your in luck. I've found a site that provides you with exact things the cast wear so heres some of the best from all the characters.

Annie Wilson's Kylar Plaid Top in Navy by Joie

$130.00

Annie's Dove Necklace 

(has no shop but you can purchase it on the site)

$75.00 

Naomi's Fire Kenzie Lock Bracelet by CC Skye

$135.00

Naomi's Tie Dye Pencil Leg Jean in Oz by J Brand

$198.00

Adrianna's Short Pocket Sweater in Charcoal by Goddis Montana

$229.00

Adrianna's Layered V-Neck Tank in Grape by Alexis Taylor

 $140.00

Silver's I 'Heart' Paris T-shirt in Black by Alex & Chloe

$27.00 

Silver's Black Cave Necklace in White by Alex & Chloe

 $78.00

Well do you lust or loathe them ?

Part 2 - Gossip Girl should be up soon. Follow my blog for updates.

Love Rachael xoxo