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We love these Easter bunny macarons. Did you do any baking for today?
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Need something geeky to wear out tonight? These killer heels will do the trick!
This is such a great idea for a cake. What would you fill yours with?
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They don't have Girl Scout cookies here in the UK but we really want to bake these!
Check out the recipe from leaves & flours »
Outfit details:
- Sweater - thrifted
- Skirt - thrifted & diy (see below)
- Scarf & tights - Old Navy
- Booties - Payless
- Socks - Steve Madden
- Earrings - c/o Sahara Jewelry, via etsy
- Rings - Forever21
- Nails - diy caviar manicure
DIY Fishtail Skirt
Recreate the look with Kym's DIY Fishtail Skirt tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
This question is always a toughie because I don't define my style by any one category. It's a rather eclectic mix that can be defined as relaxed, undone, and effortlessly chic, with a bit of whimsey thrown in for good measure.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
Right now I'm mildly obsessed with my light denim chambray button up shirt. It's so versatile that I can usually figure out a way to work it into just about any outfit. Suffice it to say that I probably wear it more times between washings than is hygienically acceptable. I might even give it an update soon by adding some metal studs & large rhinestones to the collar!
Who are your style icons?
I have a pretty major girl crush on Zooey Deschanel. Her style is impeccable, from her clothing to her hair to her makeup; even right down to her beautiful singing voice. I totally want to be her.
Do you have any favourite designers?
This is going to sound crazy coming from a style blogger, but I actually don't pay much attention to designers (#shameful). I'm just not down with $8,000 dresses; it all seems a bit excessive to me.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
Francesca's Collections and Anthropologie always seem to have shops filled with irresistible dresses, and I love to look for trendy pieces at Forever21. When I want to feel really cool, I shop at Urban Outfitters. Also on the favorite list: Target, Old Navy, & Gap for affordable wardrobe staples, with the occasional fun piece thrown in - all at great prices.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
I've tried my hand at sewing, but after a rocky 10 year relationship with my sewing machine, I have finally accepted that I'll have to leave the creation of clothing to the pros. Instead, I customize my outfits by adding pieces that reflect my personality, be it a scarf I knitted myself, a pair of handmade earrings, or even on the laziest of days - a simple swipe of bright lipstick.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
My best piece of advice is to incorporate a little something unexpected into your outfits. Maybe your sweater has elbow patches; maybe you throw a cargo vest over a dainty lace dress to toughen it up a bit; maybe you mix flannel with sequins; or maybe you wear some patterned tights underneath your shorts...you get the idea. Try to do something slightly outside of the norm. To really personalize your outfit, add little bits of you into it. Do you love vintage? Add a cluster of vintage brooches to your jacket or sweater. Do you love bright colors? Throw on some purple tights or add a bold, yellow handbag to an otherwise neutral outfit. Any little detail that would cause someone to go, "hmm, that's interesting," is basically the goal.
Baking cakes in to egg shells is such a creative idea for Easter!
This pie looks like the perfect treat to get us in the mood for spring!
Check out the recipe from Scarborough FoodFair »
We're in love with the design of this elegant speckled egg cake.
Check out the how-to from Half Baked »
By
Seonaid R.
Outfit details:
- Tartan scarf - H&M
- High-waist black jeans - H&M
- White t-shirt - H&M
Small bag - H&M - Chain bracelet - H&M
- Jacket - French Connection
- Heels - New Look
DIY Statement Lip
Recreate the look with Seonaid's Statement Lip make-up tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
Ever changing. I like basic, classic pieces in navy, white and black, but I also like splashes of colour. I am also frequently enchanted by glitter, sequins and studs.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
I have a couple of pieces I really love,mostly for sentimental reasons; my Issey Miyake Pleats Please coral minidress, that I wore to my mum's wedding; my white and blue sealife print Zara silk summer dress. I also love my practical, well-made basics - white t-shirts, skinny jeans, little black dresses.
Who are your style icons?
Julia Sarr-Samois. She is so effortlessly cool, without looking to try hard. She really knows how to dress up the simplest seeming of outfits, and knows how to wear colour well.
Do you have any favourite designers?
Alexander Wang, Mary Katrantzou, Elie Saab.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
H&M for basics, Zara for classics, Whistles, Cos, sometimes Topshop.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
Only in the sense that I will cut things up to see how they look - cutting tshirts shorter or changing the neckline, hemming skirts, cutting jeans into shorts. The occasional studding. I wish I had more time and better craft shops nearby, there are lots of things I want to try!
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
Buy only what your feel comfortable in - if you're spending 10 minutes in the shop convincing yourself, it's not worth it. Pick colours, patterns, fabrics you like - just buy what you really want, rather than what you think other people do. Feeling confident and comfortable in your clothes looks ten times better and more individual than forcing yourself into trends you hate.
You can check out Seonaid's blog at Beauty & Baggage »