Hey there everyone!
So Sorry for the lack of contact over the weekend but as I mentioned previously
I was super busy! As Alex has weekends off and the weather has been beautiful
we have decided to do something new and exciting every Saturday and Sunday
around the area to get to know it a little better seen as we’re new! So this
weekend on Saturday we went to a lovely town called Ludlow in Shropshire that
is renowned for the quality of its food and drink. It’s surrounded by
beautiful, fertile countryside and food and beverage producers that supply the
endless supply of amazing restaurants! They have a really well-stocked food
centre too, stuffed with local produce, which we managed to spend a small
fortune on and then demolish in the first night!
Then on Sunday we
went to Hampton Court Castle and gardens to see Hereford Big Band. It was so
good! The weather was incredible again and we sat in a beautiful courtyard with
cider and ice cream, very romantic. After the band had finished we took a
stroll around the grounds, there was a very pretty river walk and a maze! I
love mazes, and this one was super-fun! In the middle there was a tower which
overlooked the grounds and underneath was a tunnel to a secret garden complete
with waterfall! It was an absolutely beautiful day and a really fun weekend and
for anyone that lives in the surrounding area and hasn’t been to either of
these places I definitely recommend!
So this wonderfully
warm weather and all the fun in the sun I’ve been having, plus the fact that
most of the statuses I keep seeing on Facebook tend to be about Ibiza,
Portofino or Hvar has inspired me to write today’s post about holidays! I’ve
already given you my top tips on swimwear for this summer and check my post
from Friday for a few outfits that will also work whilst away.
My holiday essential
packing list goes as follows:
·
Three bikinis: Choose a different trend for each
so that you have three totally different looks, wear them each once and then
hand-wash and recycle.
·
Three
wraps/beach covers: Choose neutral colours so that you can mix and match with
each bikini and thus give a larger repertoire of looks.
·
One
gorgeously trendy hat: Big-brimmed, trilby, vintage, any hat goes this summer!
·
Two sundresses: Try Topshop and H&M for some
very cute and reasonable numbers. I bought two beauties from Topshop today and
intend to accessorise them with big jewellery, belts and super sexy heels. Tall
girls choose a mini or for those of you not up for getting the pins out choose
a just-above-the-knee style so as to avoid looking lanky. Petite girls choose a
mid-thigh hemline in floaty chiffon to stay in perfect proportion. Pear-shaped
girls choose a style that is nipped in at the waist with a tulip skirt or
draping to flatter a bigger bottom half. Curvy girls try the uber hot peplum
look to really flatter your figure. Apple-shaped girls look out for a high
waist and full skirt in non-clingy materials. Try to buy one plain and one
patterned.
·
One maxi dress: Buy one that can be worn in the
day with flats or in the evening with wedges for versatility. I love Tara
Williams’ Rapture Embellished leopard-print cotton maxi dress (available on
theoutnet.com; was £295, now £132.75).
·
One pair of capri/tapered trousers: Choose
whatever colour suits you! Just make sure that you match a couple of tops to
whatever colour you do choose. Whistles and Reiss have an incredible selection
in a variety of colours and patterns. Just remember that big prints will
enhance your bottom half.
·
One mini skirt: I’m pretty sure every girl will
own at least one mini skirt so pick your fave and make sure it matches your
tops and shoes.
·
One midi skirt: Anything pleated or wrap-around
is super on-trend and with a nipped in waist with a silky vest top tucked in is
a gorgeously sophisticated evening drinks look.
·
One pair of casual shorts: A denim pair with a
casual vest, jewellery and a hat is boho chic and comfy for all those daytime
sightseeing expeditions.
·
One pair of dressy shorts: H&M have a
gorgeous pale pink scalloped hem silk pair with a black waist tie. These shorts
are so versatile and pretty and are a brilliant piece to follow the sports luxe
trend. Wear with heels and your tailored jacket for a super cool look with an
air of nonchalance!
·
One floaty shirt: Try one in an acid bright or
flower print. These are super on trend this summer and go with almost anything.
Zara has a lovely selection.
·
Six tops: two casual vests, two silky vests and
two others of your choice. Make sure that you have at least one top that goes
with each pair of bottoms! If you can be super-savvy try and match all tops to
all bottoms to give you endless possibilities of outfits!
·
One cardi: Choose a neutral colour in a light
material to match all the outfits that you take.
·
One tailored jacket: Try white or pastel shades
that will look especially summery sipping on cocktails whilst watching the
sunset. BCBG Maxazria have so many to choose from and all are so elegant and
sophisticated with quirky detailing and sexy shoulders all designed to
accentuate the gorgeous female form.
·
One pair of flip-flops, one pair of espadrilles,
one pair of wedges, one pair of killer heels: see A Perfectly Presentable Foot
fetish.
·
One pair of sunglasses: there has been a big
vintage revival this summer and cats eyes sunglasses are everywhere. I
personally love this look, it conjures up images of Audrey Hepburn and all the
glamour associated with her! If these don’t suit you though then don’t buy them
for the sake of it, find a pair that looks good and you won’t want to take them
off.
·
Two clutches: one that matches the wedges, the
other that matches the heels
·
One beach bag: Make sure it’s roomy and also in
a neutral colour so that it matches all your gorgeous beach styles.
I hope this helps
fellow fashionistas! This list provides a good base for your packing and offers
a wide range of outfits so that you’ll always be looking glam after topping up
the tan!
Night all! Speak tomorrow
when I will put up all the pics from today-sorry I didn’t do it tonight but
internet really is dire!
Love, love,
x RT @PP x
By the way…has
everyone heard, H&M has confirmed that the next incredible designer they
will be collaborating with will be Maison Martin Margiela. The French fashion
house includes celebs such as VB and Cate Blanchett amongst their many fans and
will be available in-store and online from November 15th. Can’t
actually contain my excitement!!
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