Velvet love

Dress: USC

Necklace: USC

Tights: Primark

Boots: Mummy's wardrobe (Matalan)

 

I've never been a huge fan of velvet but I adore this dress. The colour is gorgeous, it's not too short and it's a skater skirt style. It's not often that I find a dress that ticks all the boxes, plus it was only £12 in the sale. Absolute bargain.

I can pair it with a blazer for work, heels and a clutch for a night out or, like in this picture, boots and statement jewellery for a day out (doing more shopping of course)

 

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For him and for her

men's washbag  ¦ women's cosmetic pouch ¦ men's onesie ¦ women's onesie
¦ chocolate for him ¦ chocolate for her ¦ fragrance for him ¦ fragrance for her

As much as I love buying present's for people, I have been super disorganised this year and still have about half to buy. I've created this guide for those of you in the same position, gifts that can be bought for anyone are great and can save so much thinking time. I have picked some of my favourites for you, but there are so many more to choose from.

Washbags/cosmetic bags are great for the people that you don't know all that well. Let's face it, 99.999999% of people are going to have a washbag, so there's no harm in updating it for them. Onesie's may be slightly less universal, not everybody loves them, but I think if you get it...you'll wear it and won't be able to help loving it.

I may have cheated with this next one-Chocolate isn't really gender separated, but it's always a good go to for those extra present fillers. Fragrance gift sets are great, but I wouldn't buy them for just anyone because personal preference plays a big part. Do a bit of detective work before you go out shopping for this one.

I hope this helps some of you who are still dashing about getting last minute gifts!

Megan xo

The Christmas tag

I'm still not really in the Christmas spirit yet and it is creeping up so fast. I am hoping that this little tag that I saw over at Chloe's Way will help to make me feel a little more Christmassy!


Do you prefer a real Christmas tree or synthetic?
I have no idea about that one, we have always had synthetic trees which I love because the branches are all nicely spaced where as the tops of real trees are always a little bit sparse. Then again, I do love the smell of real ones. OH CHOICES

You're in a coffee shop, it's December, what do you pick?
Hot chocolate, every time. Don't care what flavour or type. With squirty cream. 

What's your favourite colour scheme for decorating the tree?
I never get to decorate the tree so I don't know :(. I like to think i'd stick to golds and reds, but i'd probably be like my mum and just put on whatever catches my eye. 

Giving or receiving?
I could be all selfless and say it's all about giving. I do really like buying presents for people and always go a bit overboard and break every single budget I set but I also love getting presents, because well, who doesn't?! So, both!

To mince pie or not?
I love a mince pie, prefer them warm to cold though. With a cup of tea and maybe a little chocolate for afters... mmmm droool.

What's your traditional Christmas lunch?
Pretty standard roast - generally Turkey and Ham, veg, potatoes, pigs in blankets. Christmas crackers and a whole variety of drinks.

Christmas day fashion
About 60% of the day will consist of me wearing my onesie. The other 40% is generally some sort of dress or skirt and jumper, whichever I pull out the wardrobe first really. I would stay in my pyjamas all day if it wasn't for my mum's incessant need to take photos every 5 minutes.

What's your favourite Christmas song?
They generally all get on my nerves way before Christmas day thanks to stores playing them far too early, but if I were to pick one to listen to it would more than likely be 'Fairytale of New York'

What's your favourite Christmas film?
Home Alone, The Holiday, Four Christmases. Just not Elf-I strongly dislike that film.

Open presents, before or after lunch?
Generally before because we have our Christmas lunch at like 4pm and it's just unreasonable to wait that long for presents. I open my stocking at around 8am, I'm such a child.

Let me know if anyone else has done this tag, i'd love to have a nosey.

Megan xo

Stocking fillers for him under £15

So Christmas is sneaking up really quickly and I am yet to buy half of the presents that I need to. I have this obsession with over buying so I am constantly looking for cheapy things that I can add to presents.
Here is my list of things that may very well end up as part of someones gift.

Reindeer fleece pyjamas from Tesco. At £10 these are a bargain and I think they are super cute. Christmassy but not over the top. If I hadn't already bought Jake some, these would very much be on the list.

A bit of a soppy gift this one, but I think it's sweet and slightly more understated than a giant heart and key. Its the 'Remember the date' keyring from notonthehighstreet - perfect if you have a bit of a soppy other half.

I think Boot's are great for christmas gift sets, there is something for every budget and I think you can always find something, big or small. I have picked this Nivea wash bag because for £10 I think its an ideal stocking present for any teenager or adult. Sample sizes are great to have in the cupboard for when you have forgotten to replace your usual items or if you're going away for a few days etc. New washbags always come in handy and most men I know would keep using the same one till it fell apart!

Mind the language of these next ones, I just think these are great for those clumsy men in your life, the ones that end up grating their finger rather than the cheese! Urban Outfitters are on it with the humorous stocking fillers this year. I got the cupcake version of these last year and I found them super handy to keep in my bag, and now that I have used up the plasters I have just filled it with the daily essentials. Mini hand creams, lip balms etc are perfect.

I thought i'd try to cover all bases with this gift guide so here is a foody one. I know the typical stocking filler would be christmassy chocolate but for adults I don't think that would be top choice so I had a little browse and found this little chilli set from presentsformen. I think these are a handy addition to any kitchen and have a fairly long shelf life too. 

I hope this helps you guys. I will try to get some more up this week!

Megan xo

These boots are made for strutting (walking)

Dress: Wallis

Blazer: Matalan

Boots: Mascotte

Belt: River Island

Bracelet: Wallis

Ring: New Look

Necklace: Miss Selfridge

I wanted to show you guys how I've been wearing my gorgeous new boots from Mascotte. I am completely smitten with them, they are a gorgeous reddy brown and the comfiest boots I have ever worn. With a fur lining, I can guarantee they will be well worn during the winter months.

For this casual pub lunch look I have teamed them with a plain black jersey dress and a jacquard blazer. Gold jewellery and a natural make up look meant that the boots do all the talking. With a slight heel, they would easily dress up a casual jeans and tee combo, but are still perfect for everyday wear. They may be my first pair of shoes from Mascotte but I can guarantee they won't be my last. Added bonus... They do gorgeous bags too.

 

Megan xo

 

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