Folli Follie Festival Style

Unfortunately in my 25 years of life I have never been to a festival…it's a sad fact really but in my old age I don't think I can cope with that camping lark. I mean getting into a tent in a muddy field in the middle of the night doesn't sound like my idea of fun. I do, on the other hand, like the idea of watching all of the bands so I think glamping would probably be more my sort of style.

Folli Follie recently got in contact with me and asked if I'd like to receive a special 'festival' package. Of course, I jumped at the chance seeing as once again this year I won't be going to any. At least this way I can get a little taste of the festival lifestyle and I must admit I did enjoy it!

I was sent a gorgeous package of goodies including the Carma necklace* and Watchalicious Watch* and given free reign with how I styled them.

I decided to go with the 'glamping' idea as both pieces are so gorgeous so the Aqua and Black Contrast Jumpsuit* from Quiz Clothing came in super handy for this little project. It is a little bit long in the legs but with a pair of chunky wedges I don't think it's too bad. It's definitely not something I'd usually go for but I really love it however bad an idea it might be to wear a jumpsuit to a festival.

To help out with the festival theme I was also sent a package of beauty goodies including the Red Flower Garland headband* from New Look, a bottle of Umberto Giannini Backcomb in a bottle* and, I almost couldn't believe it, but a Urban Decay Naked Basics palette*. To say I was blown away with everything that was sent to me was an understatement. The absolute perfect products for creating this look.

In my opinion keeping things simple is the best way to go. The jumpsuit itself is really easy to just throw on and there's no tricky fastening at the back, which can sometimes be annoying. You might want to stick a pair of wellies on instead of some chunky heels though!

The Naked Basics palette is perfect for popping in your backpack and taking to the festival with you. You can create some really easy looks and all of the shades are totally me. The backcomb in a bottle is perfect for using when you have day old unwashed hair as you can keep it looking volumised and in some kind of decent condition.

I have to admit it was the floral headband that made this look for me, who could imagine something so simple would do so. I've always been someone who has mocked floral headbands. I think they can get a bit over the top and look a bit silly but this one is really cute and the flowers are really small so it's pretty subtle and a lovely little touch to make any outfit a tad more feminine. I actually really like it and would wear it out and about so my opinion on them has really changed.

All in all I'm really pleased with this outfit. All of the little touches such as the jewellery, makeup and headband, make it complete and it's one of my faves.

Please let me know what you think in the comments. What would be your festival style?

This post contains PR samples

Pearly King

Primark boucle top - £12
Internacionale Supersoft skinny jeans - £17.99

Another outfit post where I can't actually link to the product online, argh! This one, as you've probably guessed, is a Primark top. I picked it up while doing a quick shop, I immediately noticed the boucle style pattern and the pretty pearly collar detail. I was a bit put off by the chiffon sleeves but I've grown to quite like them!

As I was in a bit of a hurry I didn't stop and try this on, I just grabbed my size and hoped it would fit. Luckily it does! Annoyingly though the collar chain came unstitched before I even wore it so I had to first sew it back on and now after just one wear there is a thread in it already, although I kind of blame Charlie for that!

It's not something I would usually wear but I really like it and I love all the detail! I think it was about £12 or something like that, what a great buy!

Have Faith In Me

DesireClothing - Navy Boyfriend Cardigan - £12
Playsuit - Second hand from Little Being Little

New Look: Black Mixed Stud Pumps - £15

I've never owned a playsuit before but Lyzi was selling this one on her blog sale and I thought it was really pretty so decided to buy it. I think it was £10 and I really like the loose fit and the fact it feels more secure than a dress on windy days!

I'm wearing it pretty casually in this outfit photo but I wore it with a blazer and different shoes to a party recently as well. I guess I could even stick some heels on if it was a proper night out, not that I go on them very often.

I picked up the shoes in the New Look sale. Both had little £3 stickers on, but when I got to the till they were actually full price at £15. Luckily, the lady said she would honour the price. I definitely wouldn't pay £15 for some basic pumps like these, although the gold studs are really cute!

Ever Ours

EverOurs: Gold Stud Collar Pins - £1

I've seen many many other bloggers sporting cool collar pins so I thought I would get in on the action, albeit a tad late.

I was browsing the brilliant sale over at EverOurs.co.uk and paid £1 for some simple gold collar pins. Yes, one tiny little pound. What an absolute bargain!

I instantly fixed them to one of my collars and proceeded to put my shirt on, forgetting that my big old head wouldn't fit through if they were pinned on. So, there's a little tip from me, pin these on after you've put your shirt/top on.

I just loved them straight away, they're so simply and sweet and although the collar already has some lace detail on it, I think these draw much more attention. They're so pretty. I feel an obsession for collar pins coming on...

They make a great alternative to a necklace in my opinion. I have a necklace that I never take off and if I put another on it looks a bit weird so I can tuck that one in and use collar pins to add a little something else, brilliant.

Emerald

Internacionale: Green and Lace Peter Pan Collar Top
H&M: Leggings

I'm a bit useless as a blogger when it comes to new clothing. I take ages to actually photograph them, so long in fact that I forget how much they cost and they're no long available online for me to link to.

I wanted to show you all one of my sale bargains. I think I have three of these style peter pan collar tops from Internacionale, but I can't resist them! I'm pretty sure this was about £5 and unlike my blue and red versions, this one has a lovely intricate lace collar!

I wouldn't normally team it with leggings as it's a short top but these leggings definitely aren't see through in any way so I feel a bit more comfortable! I'm actually wearing my slippers in these pics but they're so comfy I often forget they're slippers and I've walked out of the door in them before, doh!

What sale bargains have you managed to pick up?

Green Jeans

Primark: Fox Print top
Internacionale: Green Highwaisted Skinny Jeans - £19.99
New Look: Lace Up Wedges - £24.99

So, this post is my first attempt at one of my New Years resolutions...to do more outfit photos! I started off trying to do it inside but my yellow walls weren't very suitable so I decided to venture outside into the freezing cold garden. On the camera viewer they didn't look great but I'm happy with them! Excuse my messy garden!

I recently purchased the Internacionale Green Highwaisted Skinny Jeans with a voucher I got for Christmas. I can never get on with jeans that aren't from Topshop. They are usually too big round the waist, but fine round the legs and vice versa but I decided to give these ones from Internacionale a try and was really surprised that they fit round the waist (although a little tight!) and round the legs/ankles. I'm so happy as they are over half of the price of Topshop jeans. I'm not keen on the high waist of them so I usually wear a longer top to hide it.

I picked up the fox print top from Primark when I was going through a bit of a sleeveless shirt/blouse obsession. Annoyingly Primark don't have their own website for me to link to but I remember it wasn't very expensive! I love the print!

On the same shopping trip I picked up the New Look Lace Up Wedges in my quest to wear heels more often! They are really comfy and the height is perfect for me, someone who isn't used to heels at all.

I picked up a few other bits too, which I'm also hoping to photograph!