Having wondered for a long time what this blog will be about I have decided that rather share silly anecdotes, most of which are a have-to-be-there situations, I think it would be better to have a focus. As I am a recent graduate and have no money, work in a night club and sleep all day, I do not have much of the aforementioned focus I will just write about what I love to do...shop.
I am aware that there are many fashion blogs out there that talk about teaming that perfect Dior mini dress with those to die for Miu Miu heels finished with a Roberto Cavalli clutch... everyone can dream about being able to afford even a fraction of one of those pieces never mind a whole outfit, or whole wardrobe. What I want to do is write about how to look good and still be able to afford to eat.
Today I think I will focus on the blouse. It seems that the blouse is back again for the spring and the brighter the colour the better. Most high street shops have blouses bursting out their doors this season and choosing one or five is harder than you think. Expect to spend about £10 - £40 pounds depending where you shop. However I've seen more expensive ones if they are embellished or deemed special in any way.
I love blouses and think they are perfect for this time of year because a sneaky long sleeved top can be worn underneath to keep us from the February chill. I would love to wear them long and floaty with skinny jeans or leggings but alas I am not one of those people who are blessed with willowy slenderness (I'm 5' 10" and a size 14) so I like to tuck my blouse into my jeans or shorts or wear them with a thin waist belt to make sure that I have some sort of shape under all the material. I also like to wear lots of bangles and longer necklaces so there is something to make it seem more finished. If you are lucky enough to be a bigger boobed lady then maybe have it open with a Tshirt underneath so you don't look too top heavy.
A blouse can also work for a night on the town, change your leggings for wet look and add heels or tuck into black denim shorts, bare legs and killer heels again (or my favourite brogues)...it works day to night, night to day, evenings, weekends, everywhere anytime.
I also have to say that if you want to have a choice of blouses that have fun patterns and lots of different sizes to choose from then the high street is the pace for you. On the other hand if you want a one of a kind blouse that will ensure you get the coveted "ooo where did you get that?" from your friends then the charity shops are where to go. Who else knows a good blouse better than an old woman who have been wearing them all their lives. I love charity shops, they are the best way to get key pieces that wont break the bank. It may take a while to sift through all the other stuff that wouldn't interest you in a million years but you will find something. Last week I spent hours looking through all the charity shops where I live and managed to find a floral blouse with shoulder pads and everything :) £1.97...bargain.
