Showing posts with label college. Show all posts
Showing posts with label college. Show all posts

Thursday, 31 October 2013

Competition!

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Tuesday, 17 September 2013

What I'm Wearing - oversized shirts and jumpers

RULE OF WEARING OVERSIZED CLOTHES: do not pair!! if you are wearing an oversized jumper, do not wear hareem pants or wide-leg trousers or jeans! Or vice-versa.

(the only circumstance where this is acceptable is if you resemble Cara Delevigne in body shape and height, or if you are a mythical Amazonian woman of some sort.)

Always keep what your wearing on the bottom slimming and flattering to your body shape. I tend to love getting my legs out, even if your not as comfortable with yours; straight leg ankle grazers will fit the look if you are unconvinced about really skinny skinnies.





It is important to remember that the exaggerated waist (or illusion of) is one of our best slimming methods along-side killer heels. (Think Kelly Brook's hourglass figure.)

Here are two outfits where I wore oversized clothing, yet did not hide my figure.

My get-up-and-go college outfit; jumper; Stradivarius, shirt; Forever 21, disco pants; River Island, brogues; Pennys







Here I'm wearing a denim sleeveless vest from Penny's; an oversized, off-white blouse which was my grandmother's, gold leather skirt and leather, lace-up heeled boots, and sunglasses; all River Island.

If you feel top-heavy when wearing oversized tops, team with a skater skirt and tights for a softer silhouette, or try tucking an oversized tee or shirt into a jeans or a skirt. Wearing a dropped waistline isn't for everyone; I rarely dare it.


Hope you enjoyed this post and thanks for checking it out!

Dervla

X





Monday, 16 September 2013

What I'm Wearing - Layering Loud prints

When it comes to loud prints, especially those with statement text, it can be very risky when styling them together; you want people to look at your outfit, but not to stare in confusion trying to read you like a walking billboard.
 
This was just a casual outfit from college last week, fortunately the weather permitted the exclusion of a jacket. If you look closely enough you might see bewildered neighbours from their windows wondering why me and Ash were having a pose-off on our road...
 
Hope you guys like the look!
 
CUTE hat; SWAG 77 oversized tee; FULL OF STUFF leather tote bag; all from Bershka, gold rope chain; vintage, black molly jeggings; River Island, white leather stiletto with gold toe; vintage.

Thanks for reading,

Dervla x

Sunday, 8 September 2013

College Prep

Its that time of year again; we're back to college - a prime excuse to pick up "necessary" new wardrobe additions to keep us stylish through yet another year.

This features a few special items I have spotted in the shops and online, hopefully I can stop myself from splurging....(again, that is - I'll post my latest purchases soon don't worry!)

I find the easiest way to pull of casual and cool at college is with groupy tees or slogan vests. These two from PULL&BEAR are my favourites that I have seen, the fact I bought that U2 album twice says it all. 
Team the U2 tee with the metallic black and gold jeans seen below or with a pair of acid wash denims for an effortless stylish look. The same rules apply for this Pink Floyd top, throw a tartan shirt over it, or either of the trousers shown below, and you will be ready to go! Both tops retailing at €19.99 online and in stores now.



I've fallen hard for these metallic trousers from MANGO. They're very versatile; team with an oversized t-shirt for a day time look, or with a simple black top and statement gold jewellery for a luxurious, sultry outfit for a night on the town. These are available in stores and online for €49.99.

This post would be totally incomplete if there wasn't an example of tartan, ITS EVERYWHERE! Its the attack of the tartan trouser, the power of the plaid, if you haven't witnessed the take over yet, where have you been?? These leggings from Stradivarius priced at only €12.95 are a bargain!

Throw on a pair of Doc's, or either of these choices from ZARA - depending on how grunge you want your look to be. (ankle boot; €79.95, ballerinas; €79.95).











Thanks for reading,

Dervla x