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Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

They say there's only one thing a girl can rely on - diamonds. Diamonds make you feel luxurious, give you a sparkle when you are feeling down and make you centre of attention when you are craving the limelight. What girl does not like diamonds? They make every outfit look instantly glamorous and when given to you by the man of your dreams, they make him seem irresistible. My diamond engagement ring brings joy to my day every time I see it twinkle in the light. Not only is a symbol of mine and my partners love, it is an expensive jewel for me to treasure and wear daily.Unfortunately, diamonds often come at a price and therefore many us are left dreaming of those sparkling wonders and hoping that a rich man will walk into our lives and change our fortune.

Luckily for us girls, on Sunday 22nd of March, Gems TV are featuring a genuine Diamond Buckle Ring set into sterling silver for under £100 in their live action. The ring features 0.75t of dazzling Black and White Diamonds with usually costs around £1,249 on the high street. Rings similar to this one from the Gemporia website have been seen on celebrities such as Ellie Goulding and Amanda Holden.

To celebrate the auction of the Buckle Diamond Ring from Gemporia, I have done a mini style guide of how to wear it if you are lucky enough to grab one for yourself. I have teamed the buckle diamond ring with the velvet ruched low cup bodycon red dress from Topshop and an extravagant pair of the Paris Kandee Shoes. I would wear this outfit with full bodied curly hair and a smoky eye makeup.

You can watch the auction live on Gems TV (Freeview 43, Sky 652, Virgin 755) on Sunday at 10pm or watch online here: http://www.gemporia.com/en-gb/auction/uk/

Spring time is always my favourite fashion season. Out come the all the vibrant juicy oranges, plum purples and aztec prints, contrasted with subtle pastel colours, beiges and crisp whites. I always find spring to be the most classically feminine season. The clothes are modest - covered up enough to keep you warm through the ongoing blustery winds, but short enough to reveal a little bit of leg or midriff once the sun comes out. As a fan of vintage fashion, I love how spring time clothing is all about the subtle transition to summer and whilst we are seeing shorter skirts and cami tops on the horizon, the majority of clothing still leaves a lot to the imagination.

As I was browsing the rails in Topshop today, I had a sudden burst of inspiration for a wish list post, mainly brought on by this sunburst orange lace dress I had fallen head over heels for. This dress is the Premium Lace Pencil Dress new in to Topshop and features beautifully tailored short sleeves, a bodycon lace pencil skirt and a crop top overlay. At £78 this dress is a little bit pricey, but it will definitely become a staple item that you can take through season to season. The design is timeless and the colour will light up your wardrobe.

The next item on my wish list is this Pink Colour Block Structured Tote bag from River Island. I quite like my River Island handbags. They always seem to last me quite awhile, they are able to carry around my Macbook and they always have such a beautiful collection. This season River Island has many pastel colours and cream handbags, it is every girly girls dream.

Next is this wonderful Hugo Boss watch. For quite sometime now, I have been looking for a new everyday watch and I have struggled to find one that quite matches my style. I am forever in love with Michael Kors, but for a day to day watch, I find them to be a little bit too dressy. I want a watch that would look good with my hair tied back and a pair of jeans without making me look too overdressed. This Hugo Boss watch is simple, yet elegant and I love striking clock face.

Finally, to complete the outfit I have opted for a classic pair of Kurt Geiger court shoes. I don't think a day goes by without me sneakily browsing the KG website or me day dreaming of buying a new pair of shoes. Kurt Geiger create the most versatile shoes that fit around your life, it's impossible not to find a pair for the mood you are in. These are the Ellen court shoes - classic, beautifully shaped and perfect for this seasons soft colours. Coincidentally, these heels are also the same name as my late grandma - a wonderfully classy woman with impeccable taste.

It is typical that when I've gone on a spending limit, a new trend pops up that makes me want to buy lots of new clothes. It always happens. It's like when you have no money, you want everything and when you're rich and it's payday there's nothing left in the shops. It happens to the best of us.

I'm currently dreaming of everything pastel in my wardrobe. The soft pinks, subtle turquoises and baby blues are swaying me towards the clothing rails and right now, my willpower is weak. The shops are full of soft fabrics, cashmere jumpers and pleather jackets in the most wonderful variety of colours.

The best thing about my blog is being able to write about these products and get everything off my chest. This is the reason behind my 'Pretty in Pastels' post today. The first item I would love to own is this baby pink blazer from New Look. I shop in New Look rather frequently, in all fairness I should probably get loyalty discount with the amount of time and money I've spent in there. They just seem to get everything right each month with affordable prices. It's great for a quick fashion fix when you have very little money and that's why most of my time is spent there.

My next wish list item are a pair of bleached denim leggings from Topshop. I love Topshop leggings as they are probably the comfiest ones I've ever owned and everytime I need a new pair, it's the first place I go. Unfortunately my last pair of leggings similar to them got caught up in one of my mums washing machine disasters and ended up with bright pink splodges over them.

When I walked into River Island the other day, this light turquoise jumper was the first to grab my attention. The necklace detailing is beautiful and the texture is really light and soft. This jumper is a little bit out of my price range right now, but I'll be keeping an eye on it for a later date.

Finally, it's very rare that I ever do a wishlist post without mentioning Kurt Geiger and here they are again with mention to their pastel pink court shoes. I have always been a Kurt Geiger girl and always will be. Their quality, customer services and timeless designs keep drawing me back and I can guarantee if anything is going to break my spending limit it would be a sale at KG.

What do you think of pastels?

Merry Christmas to all my wonderful followers. I'm still in disbelief that is Christmas day, this year seems to have gone incredibly fast. I'm currently relaxing after stuffing myself full of a lovely vegetarian dinner made my my in-laws and later I'll be sipping on my favourite tipple Disaronno. When it comes to presents, I've been completely spoilt rotten this year. I've been given many things for the house I'm moving into in the New Year and also plenty of what my mum calls 'smellies' to keep me feeling and smelling beautiful all year long. Whilst my food is digesting and everyone around me sleeps off their Christmas dinner, I thought I'd fill you in on a few of my favourite Christmas presents.

The Elie Saab 50ml Box Set was bought by my wonderful fiance. I recently ran out of this perfume and I really didn't expect him to buy me another bottle. I'm so grateful.

This cute miniature Disaronno set was purchased by my lovely sister-in-law. They know me so well as Disaronno is my favourite alcoholic drink.

As a beauty blogger, I feel ever so slightly ashamed that I've barely tried any Soap and Glory products, but thanks to my future mother in law, I'll be testing out this Butter Yourself body butter shortly. It smells beautiful.

Wilkinsons has some amazing household items at the moment and from the minute I saw this owl tea pot, I knew I had to have it. I was planning on buying this in the boxing day sales with my Christmas money, but my fiance beat me to it. This will look great in our future kitchen.

My mum knows how much I love the Body Shop and treated me to this fantastic Body Shop Ginger bread house containing a ginger body butter, cranberry body butter, two shower gels and a bath sponge.

Finally another one of my smaller presents was a Topshop voucher from my mum. I'm heading down to the sales tomorrow in hope I can snap up some fab bargains.

This post was only an extract of a few of smaller presents as I don't believe in boasting about what we have, after all Christmas is supposed to be about family and spending times with the people that make you laugh. I'm fortunate that i've been bought some lovely Christmas presents this year.

Has Santa brought you what you wanted?

It's strange to think that Christmas is only 14 days away now, when it seems like it has only been five minutes since it last ended. This year I don't really have much I want on my Christmas list as I'm moving house in January and me and my partner have both asked for help buying furniture more than anything. However, there's still quite a few things that I can dream about having and that I hope will work their way under my tree.

The first item I would really like is the Chronograph Parker Rose Gold Michael Kors watch. I've wanted this watch for years and although I know I won't get this for Christmas, it very much stays on top of my list of things to buy in the New Year. The British Watch Company* website has some fantastic deals on various designer watches at the moment and I'm been stalking the site like a hawk to make sure they still have one of these watches in stock - I think it's time to get saving. The British Watch Company has almost 80 different watch brands and also stocks a variety of jewellery and accessories. Not only that, the BWC also has free shipping, making it the perfect place to grab yourself a Christmas treat.

The second item on my wishlist is Chrysler necklace by my favourite online jewellery company Bijoux Bazaar. I don't think I can go a month without mentioning their products as I'm a diehard fan. I just love the quality for the price and I really think they are bang on trend and look beautiful. If you haven't entered my Bijoux Bazaar competition yet, make sure you check it out and you could be in with the chance to win my favourite Brent Bug earrings.

My next item is a little bit controversial, but nevertheless it's something I've always wanted. For my new house I would really like a fake sheepskin rug to go in front of the fireplace. My parents have had one since I was little and I always remember falling asleep on there as a child and also it's my dogs favourite snuggle place. I think they give the illusion of a warm, cozy household and when you're moving house you need those personal touches to make it feel like your own.

Since I'm a shopaholic, anyone buying me Christmas presents can't go wrong with gift vouchers. This year my mum asked me what vouchers I would like and I've said Topshop.

Finally, you may be thinking the pole on the end is a weird thing to ask for as a Christmas present. Well, for the last eight months I've been taking pole dancing lessons and I would love nothing more than to have my own pole to practice my moves at home. As Vice President of the Huddersfield University Pole Dancing Academy I think it's important that I brush up on my moves and also show the world how fun and exciting pole dancing can be.

What have you asked for this Christmas?

Camouflage is currently all over the high street, taking a turn from the brass button formal military jackets to frontline uniforms. This autumn and winter sees an array of green and black camouflage gear bracing the clothing rails as well as a variety chunky boots to get you through what could potentially be a cold and snowy season. The military trend is something that I've always looked at on other people and thought it looks edgy and cool, yet I probably wouldn't be able to pull it off. I have an envy over those who can sling on a camo jacket, flick down their long brunette locks and look instantly like a catalogue model, when I wear camouflage gear I look rather frumpy. My favourite part of the army gear type clothing is being able to wear really thick, hard wearing boots like the Magnum boots shown above. When it comes to the winter season, I love being able to wear my walking boots through the snow and it to actually look rather trendy. I've paired up these sturdy pair of Magnum women's boots* with the pencil skirt and top duo from New Look, creating a feminine yet grungy appealing outfit.

If you don't feel like going too full on camouflage, you can easily incorporate the style into your outfit with a pair of camo print shoes like these from Topshop or you can always team up a pair of basic leather trousers with a camo crop top. There are many ways of introducing camouflage into your wardrobe, without you looking too much like a tomboy - unless that's the look you're personally going for.

What do you think of the Camouflage trend?

Around the UK there are rumours that the snow is upon us. It was supposed to happen this week in the North West, but we had a lucky escape. This has got me thinking about what outfits i'll be wearing to keep warm this winter and more importantly, the shoes that will keep me safe from the cold, slippery weather.

When it comes to winter shoes I like something that is sturdy and will keep me from slipping on the ice. Falling over in the winter weather is one of my biggest fears since I fell over ice-skating and damaged the cartilage in knee. Since that day my knee has overgone surgery, physio and unfortunately now has arthritis so I will do anything to prevent further injuries. Just because you need to cover up a little bit more and wear winter boots, it doesn't necessarily mean you need to be unfashionable. There are plenty of quirky boots on the market and wellies aren't the boring shade of green they used to be years ago. There are plenty of shoes out there to whet your fashion appetite and one brand in particular, Brantano has a good quite a good selection.

The first outfit I've chosen screams warmth with the snuggly fur top boots from Brantano and the suede coloured Sheepskin waterfall jacket from Topshop. At a pricey £595 for this beauty, it's unlikely that I'll be buying it this winter, but for those who have the money to splash out it looks like a fantastic, versatile piece for your wardrobe. The skinny jeans are yet again from Topshop and they come in a variety of colours. My favourite colour of skinny jeans at the moment has to be the plum red shades that are taking over the high street. They have the ability to look sophisticated and classy and they make a great alternative to the regular black and blue colours.

My next outfit features this wonderful silk blouse from Miss Selfridge, boots yet again from *Brantano and a comfy pair of leggings from New Look. I've got a little bit of an obsession with high calf boots, because if you find a pair that fits properly they can give the illusion of slimmer, taller legs - just like heels. The other two items are from two shops that I spend a considerable amount of time in and I can't get wait to get my hands on those leggings after payday.

What do you think of my outfit wish lists?

I remember a time where I never used to buy jewellery and when I got dressed up for a night out it was never in my mind. In April this year my auntie sadly passed away and when I inherited all her jewellery it made me realise how much one little item holds so much personality. My auntie was a costume jewellery fanatic and the amount of beaded necklaces that I have in my draw would happily keep children playing dress up entertained for hours. When I look at all the times, it's funny looking back at all the memories and thinking to myself I remember her wearing that at Christmas or 'that necklace is definitely something I would have bought for her.' Since then, I've been wearing jewellery everyday and I couldn't imagine not having something sparkling on my night. Of course, I've worn my engagement ring for the last two years and I would never take that off, but I've been surprised how a simple necklace or a pair of statement earrings can do wonders for your outfit. No wonder my aunt always looked glamorous - she matched her jewellery with everything she owned.

All these memories that have evoked from my aunties jewellery box has sparked a new love for bracelets, rings and necklaces and I've realised that I would love to start collecting more jewellery for if anything happens to me in the future when I have children, I'd love them to wear my prize possessions and think about the memories that we shared.

I was recently given a voucher by Zalando to pick something for review and to let you know about the wonderful items you can buy on their website. Zalando is a little bit like an online department store - there's many different brands for you to browse. Zalando believe in stress free shopping and that's why the house so many brands under one roof with complimentary shipping and 30 day money back guarantee. Since I've had an obsession with collecting jewellery lately, I choose these beautiful Ted Baker earrings to add to my collection. I thought they had a really classic, versatile look and at £25 they're a bargain. When it came to postage, Zalando was very quick and I got emails up until the day of delivery and when they arrived at my door, making the whole process of internet shopping effortless.

Finally, here's three lots of jewellery I'm currently looking to add to my collection soon.

Ring: www.thenandnowshop.com

Left side bracelet: I've already ordered this and it's in the post.

http://www.bijouxbazaar.co.uk/

Right hand side bracelet: www.topshop.com

Have you ordered any jewellery lately?

London Fashion Week very quickly crept upon us and then suddenly has finished within a blink of the eye. This year we've seen lots of bold colours, fabulous patterns and an ample amount of leather. To celebrate or commiserate the finale of London Fashion week, I've decided to do one last wish list post. This wish list is a combination of high street and designer, much like London Fashion Week. In my personal opinion, I've always stated that I prefer to have a few designer accessories and a lot more high street gear, because it's easier to mix and match. You can take one Topshop jumpsuit similar to the one and above and add a few designer items to give the item a sense of luxury and glamour.

The other day I walked into Topshop and was blown away by the vibrant colour of this orange jumpsuit. The colour very much reminds me of those auburn leaves that fall off the trees at this time of year and looks very autumnal. I could see the jumpsuit being fun to wear, yet evoking a sense of sophistication. I really need to try this on next time I'm in store.

The second item on this list is a beautiful Ivory Cup Sleeve jumper by the designer Chalayan. I was browsing the Avenue 32 website and fell in love with it. It looks really cosy and versatile and I could imagine this going with so many outfits I own. This jumper would look great over the Topshop jumpsuit to give a slouchy yet glamorous, dressed down vibe.

Yet again on my wishlist is another pair of Kurt Geigers. I don't think they ever bring out a line of shoes that I don't want to buy. I love the look of these wedges. Finally, I'd bring the whole outfit together with the bag leather handbag from River Island. I've had many River Island handbags in the past and they've lasted me for a very long time, I can't wait to buy another.

What do you think of this outfit?

I don't know what it is about shopping that excites me. Whenever I go to town, I cannot resist a sneak peek in my favourite high street stores or looking in the pretty boutiques. I seem to get an adrenaline rush every time I leave with shopping bags in hand and my new favourite goodies. Heck I admit it, I'm a shoppaholic, but so far I'm handling my money really well and still contributing to the wedding fund. Therefore it's only fair that I grab myself some weekly treats every now and then...usually meaning every couple of days. In this short, but sweet blog post, I thought I'd summarise todays little findings.

When I woke up and applied my makeup this morning, I had a craving for cream blusher. I say that like it's some kind of food, but no, I looked in the mirror and realised how pale I looked. I wanted a little bit of colour to bring me alive and make me look less sleepy.

I've always loved the Topshop cosmetic range and years ago I purchased the exact same cream blusher and it lasted me forever. Today for the second time, I picked up my trusty old favourite, Topshop's 'Afternoon Tea' cream blusher. The consistency of this product is heavenly. It applies with a simple finger slide and looks fantastic in this highly pigmented shade. Afternoon Tea reminds me of vintage products and anything that resembles old school beauty is definitely a winner for me.

The second item I bought is this cute little skirt from Dorothy Perkins. You know when you go into a shop, get to the till and it's cheaper than the tag price? Bingo, it happened to me today. This skirt was originally £12 down from £22, which I originally thought was a steal. Imagine my delight when I got to the till and was told it was £7 - an extra £5 saving. This skirt will be great for my casual, yet smart work experience outfits. Teamed up with a little white blouse, I have a feeling this outfit will be a winner.

Finally, I went to be measured at La Senza today. A lot of people I know have very mixed opinions on La Senza, but personally I've always loved the brand. Their bras seem to fit me really well and I've always liked the styles. My friends are more Ann Summers girls, but it's all down to personal preference. I remember going for my first ever bra fitting and feeling insanely nervous about what was going to happen. Would she judge my boobs? What if she saw my stretch marks on my tummy? Gosh, is she going to be some kind of lesbian? These days its off with the top and let it all hang out. For those who have never had a bra fitting - do it. It's somewhat liberating and the feeling when you wear a bra that actually fits is amazing. Of course you're going to be hesitant, it's not every day that someone is clinging a tape measure round boobs, but I've left the store today with two bras that have made the world of difference to my outfits and even notched me up a few cup sizes.

I love the vibrant colour of the above bra and the pretty lace detailing. The bra has removable straps and a cute little bow detail in the centre. This is one of their 4x cleavage enhancement bras that dramatically pushes your boobs up to give the illusion of them being two cup sizes bigger. It's not like I want to be Katie Price or anything, but when you have small B cups like mine, it's a delight to look down and see a fuller cleavage. The second bra I bought was also a push up bra, but instead it's in plain black. It fits comfortably and I'm really happy with my purchase.

What have you been buying lately?

Going on holiday is undoubtedly fun and exciting, but if you're anything like me, packing your suitcase can be an absolute nightmare. When you think about it, you have a small luggage allowance and you have to decide exactly what you're going to wear for the next few days. When you're packed, that's it - no turning back. I've decided to a 'What's in my bag' inspired post regarding suitcases to help other travellers get a grasp of what to take on holiday, plus it gives you all a chance to unleash your voyeuristic side and analyse my clothing decisions.

So this in my suitcase with everything thrown into it. I still have a few days to pack and still a few things to add, but I thought I'd show you what I have so far. My baggage allowance is 20kg and currently I'm on 11kg. Obviously it's important to leave space for items you're planning on bringing back home, so I aim to travel light knowing my shoppaholic tendencies.

First into the suitcase are my beautiful Madden Girl sandals I bought in a House of Fraser sale not too long ago. I love the colours and I bet they'll look fantastic on the beach. Following the scandals are my Gucci sunglasses that I wouldn't leave the house without.

Next are a few dresses. I still have more of these to pack, but so far I have two evening style dresses and this gorgeous maxi dress from New Look. The middle dress will definitely be one of my Ibiza party dresses and that was bought from Lipsy by my fiance as a Christmas present.

As many of my readers will know, this holiday is going to be quite symbolic for many reasons. Firstly, it's my first ever adult holiday abroad due to my laziness in renewing my passport, secondly it's my first holiday abroad with my future husband and third, I've never ever worn a bikini before and after losing all this weight, I think it's about time. I fell in love with both these bikinis as soon as I tried them on. The one in the above image is from Primark and the one below is a high waisted bikini.

Due to the hot weather, it's inevitable that I'll be spending the majority of my time in shorts. I'm taking my new lace shorts from H&M and my stars and stripes shorts from Topshop, along with both crop tops from New Look.

I bought these amazing pink heels from a local boutique a few weeks ago. I think they'll be great for partying and nights out. Teamed up with a white dress, they are the perfect statement wear.

Wedges from Primark! I'm not usually a Primark girl, but these are so comfy. I'm guessing I'll be wearing these quite a lot.

A mask and snorkel and an underwater camera. I love my water sports so I can't wait to take lots of photos!

A few weeks ago I was kindly given these samples of Suntegrity's lastest range to review. It's a natural face moisturiser with a 30 SPF sunscreen protection and can be also used as a primer. Each of the products have a wonderful citrus scent and provides anti ageing properties. When I get back, I'll properly let you know how well they did in the Ibiza heat.

For now, the last things in my suitcase are my Euros, European health card - vital if you're an EU citizen travelling abroad and of course my passport. European health cards are just as important as travel insurance as they allow you to get state health care for free or a reduced rate in emergency situations. Being accident prone myself, I would never even consider travelling without travel insurance or a healthcard.

So that's my suitcase so far. I still have yet to pack my makeup and a few other essentials. I hope you're enjoyed your sneak peak into my bag and the advice I've given. One last tip, always pack in advance - it makes sure you don't forget anything!

Are you going on holiday soon?

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My holiday to Ibiza is almost a month away and I cannot retain my excitement. Every day I look outside at this British weather, I'm dreaming of the much hotter climate i'll be spending a week in, relaxing by the pool. Don't get me wrong, the weather over here has been more than fabulous lately, but it's not quite hot enough to give me an all over tan. Having not been abroad in over 10 years, I cannot wait to embrace the jetset life and finally embark on a new adventure. I miss the thrill of being on a plane and the warm air almost snuggling you as you reach your landing point. I can't wait to get there and jump straight into the water with a mask and snorkel - hello tropical fish it's great to see you again.

To be able to go swimming and to properly enjoy my holiday in Ibiza, I get to grab some new swimwear. I've been working my a** off at the gym and my bodies looking in a little better shape, so I really need a bikini that will show off all my dedication and hard work. I've been searching the web, going into stores and looking on Ebay for my favourites and here are a few I've come across on my search. So far the Topshop high waisted bikini's are winning for me, but I could really see myself purchasing every single one in a mad shopping frenzy.

The High Waisted Bikini's

Having lost a fair bit of weight, my stomach isn't in the best shape. I've got the odd stretch mark I'd rather not have and a little bit of loose skin. A high waisted bikini is perfect for me, because it shows off my lovely toned upper half and covers all the bits i'm terrified of showing. I love the sexy bandage cut Topshop bikini's and this little Red Herring floral number is so cute - grab it whilst it's on offer, I'm tempted to do so.

The 'All in One' Swimsuit

These designs are classic and pretty much suit everyone. I love the retro designs that are out at the moment and you could really envision an Hollywood icon wearing the New Look and River Island designs. The Asda swimsuit is cute and I think the design adds a little bit of fun, which would bode well with the party lifestyle in Ibiza.

The Skimpy Bikini

These bikini's are great for those who have the perfect beach body and want to flaunt it. There are so many amazing styles out there at such affordable prices. I love the Lego design of the Primark Bikini, it makes me think of the 80s. The American flag design from Bank is classic and I love the fun thrills on the Missguided bikini. If the Missguided bikini doesn't get you excited for your holidays, their new blog definitely will. Check out their holiday wear guide to give you holiday motivation.

All of the swimwear mentioned have such great price tags that it's easy to pick up one or two on anyone's budget and I could easily see myself spending a fair amount in the next few weeks. Creating this blogpost has fuelled my holiday excitement even more. I can't wait to say bye bye England and hello Ibiza!

Do you have any holidays booked?

A few weeks ago it was my 22nd birthday and I never really got round to announcing it or showing my brand new treats. It was very difficult time due to the loss of a family member, but I dealt with it the best way I know how...shopping. I'm an impulsive shopper and always have been. My shopping habits are generally triggered by emotion and I'm ready to argue with anyone my belief that shopping is a real addiction. Do you ever get anxious if you haven't shopped in a long time? Have an overwhelming desire to have something new in your life on a regular basis? If you're answering yes, you're very much like me. I just can't help it, I love to shop. When I buy something I feel happy, until six months later when I have literally no wardrobe space from impulsive buys and my bedroom is literally cramped. The time I generally spend shopping is when I'm stressed. I love to stroll around and distance myself from life and pretend that I live in a different universe where money is limitless and the sky is literally the limit. Okay...maybe I have a problem.

I never really do the whole 'haul thing', because I don't like to brag about what I've bought a lot of the time. I'm one of those people who sees someone showing off their brand new Mulberry Alexa and then sulks for days because I can't really afford one. Marriage and university life comes first, Louis Vuitton, YSL and Mulberry will come when I've made all my younger sacrifices. I want to be able to get my first full time job and properly be proud of my new handbag - when it comes to expensive things, I like to feel like I've earned it.

One expensive item that I feel like I've really deserved lately is my sparkly new Macbook Pro. My last laptop was literally falling apart. I used an old mouse from a windows 98 computer to work it, my laptop switched off every time it came unplugged because the battery stopped working and it weighed far too much carry around on a regular basis. I was kindly given a bursary by my university and decided to treat myself to my new Macbook when I went to London. When I returned home, I quickly ordered this barbie pink case from Ebay to protect it from scratches. I get so many looks due to this case whilst I'm at university. I really think people assume I'm like Elle from Legally Blonde without the blonde hair.

My next purchase was this gorgeous yellow Zara dress. I love colour in my wardrobe, because it makes me feel so confident. This dress compliments my brunette hair and looks great for springtime. It can easily be dressed up for a night out or dressed down for a girly day out shopping. I try to make my wardrobe as timeless as possible to save money and I think this is a great investment.

These shoes were brought from River Island a few weeks ago. I had an urge to buy wedges as soon as the sun came out and I love this nautical, french design. I think they're so cute and they're amazingly comfy. At £25 (with student discount) I'm glad I snapped them up.

From shoes to dresses. I seriously cannot go in New Look lately without browsing endlessly at their amazing line of floral dresses. These two beauties are my recent purchases my New Look and I'm really impressed with the quality for such a low price. I love buying all my basics and staple daywear from New Look, I feel like I can never go wrong.

To complete all my outfits, I surrendered to buying this adorable Marc B bag. I love the Marc B range as they're always affordable, reliable and very sturdy handbags. It has got to the point where my mother has stolen my other Marc B bags as she agrees with me - you just can't beat them for durability.

Finally, my last big recent purchase is a well deserved week trip to Ibiza. I haven't been abroad since I was 13 - nearly 10 years. My parents bought me a passport for my birthday and I couldn't wait to book a holiday. Me and my partner are going to Ibiza for a week in July and I'm mega excited. It's going to be my first ever adult holiday and even better, I get to go with my handsome fiance. Life is feeling quite a bit better now.

I think my next treat will be these beautiful Prada sunglasses so I can enjoy the weather properly.

http://www.smartbuyglasses.co.uk/designer-eyeglasses/Prada/Prada-PR09PV-1AB1O1-162683.html

Have you bought anything nice recently?

Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

Spring Time Wishlist

Pretty in Pastels

Christmas Day: A Few of The Best Bits

Dear Santa: My Christmas Wishlist

Camouflage it!

These Boots are Made for Walking

Ted Baker Earrings from Zalando

Autumn Outfit Wishlist

Red Lace and Blush: Shopping Haul

What's in my suitcase? So far...

Dreaming of Ibiza: Swimsuit Edition

Confessions of a Shopaholic