Three Summer Essentials

We are officially in the height of Summer and there are certain items that are necessary this season in every wardrobe. However , updating your wardrobe every season can be quite expensive so it is important to chose wisely and pick items that you will get the most wear out of. 

Furthermore choosing a retailer that offers great competitive prices is also a prudent way forward for any fashion conscious girl. Rosegal , which is a huge budget retailer with an enormous range of items for sale are currently celebrating the Rosegal 5th anniversary and they have lots of offers on the site that will make your new purchases even more affordable

I also have a discount code that will get you a further 15% off your order by using code RGCara.

Below are the three items I feel are worth the investment this season and which will be suitable for many occasions and hopefully seasons to come.

Espadrille Pom Pom Fringe Slides here

These are perfect for so many outfits and tick so many trends. Slides are still huge but this is a much more sophisticated take on the trend which look far more expensive that they actually are.

 Lace insert Maxi dress here

A maxi dress is another staple , you can dress it up or down and can even use it as a bikini cover up. 

Straw bag here

One of the biggest trends of the season is the straw bag and personally I love it. They give an element of  freshness and are so quintessentially summery that they instantly lift any outfit and mood!

All the above items actually cost less that $100 in total so what are you waiting for. Take advantage of the great offers and don't forget to use the discount code for even more savings , that you can spend on delicious Summer cocktails instead!

The Perfect Tassel Printed Boho Dress

I love scrolling through blogs and Instagram looking at gorgeous Summer outfits with blazers and long sleeved embroidered blouses, however the reality of living in a hot country is that generally less is better. Keeping cool and looking cute is is the goal and trousers and blazers are best saved for late September. 

I really like the boho trend at the moment and it also suits my expanding waistline and ample chest which is always a bonus. I was so happy to find this gorgeous tasselled dress from Zaful , a company which I think is great for beautiful dresses and playsuits at very competitive prices.

 The dress has little thin straps which you can also tuck in to create a strapless style or let them hang down for a more relaxed look. The pattern is beautiful as is the pretty tasselled trim along the front. This is not maternity dress , but it does look great with a bump as well. The material is lovely and soft and you can easily wear it from day to to night.

  Tassel Ruffle Cami Dress here

The dress is currently under $20 dollars and there is a huge sale on the site and combined offers to take advantage of. 

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The Net-A-Porter Sale Edit

The Net-A-Porter sale is one of those sales that you just can't miss. Obviously it isn't a store most of us can often shop from, but the sale is a great opportunity to grab a few items that will upgrade your wardrobe and feel like you are treating yourself to something a bit more special. Personally , when I shop sales I try to buy things that will last in my wardrobe . Trend are transitive and trendy items are usually in the sale because they are on their way out. However, it is possible to find items that will become staples and Net-A-Porter is definitely a place where you will find some treasures that you will adore for years. Below are some of my favourites and if I have one piece of of advice, it would be not to wait around too long...the good stuff tends to fly out so be quick!

By Malene Birger  Coat here

A heritage style coat is something that will never go out of style and the gorgeous colours in this one will look great all year round depending on what you style it with. A timeless investment that will definitely work hard for your wardrobe.

Rixo London Dress here

I love this silk dress and it one that you can pull out for any occasion . The floaty shape is super flattering and the vintage inspired style means that it will never date.

Self Portrait dress here

This brand has become synonymous with beautiful intricate dresses and the sales is a great time to invest in one of their show stopping signature styles.

 Balmain Blazer here

Balmain offers the perfect modern suiting and if you have been lusting after one now is the time to take the plunge. This style is so flattering and will instantly make any outfit look put together and faultless. This is definitely one you should not wait around for as they sell out like hot cakes!

Jimmy Choo Pumps here

A  pair of Jimmy Choo pumps are on virtually every girls wishlist and this pair in particular is so special and beautifully designed that it is sure to take prize position in your collection .

Chloe bag here

Another covetable item that I catually can't believe has gone into the sale.The gorgeous rich colour will make it equally suitable for both Summer and winter bags and who doesn't want to be carrying a Chloe bag around??



Below are some more of my favourites a there is such an amazing variety that it is hard to narrow it down to just a few.

Top five occasion dresses for pregnancy

Dressing for occasion can be a lot of fun. It is great to get dressed up and feel a little more special than usual. However , for all the ladies in the same situation as me the spring Summer season is fraught with obstacles when it comes to looking put together when pregnant. There are certain criteria the outfit must fulfil:

- It needs to be comfortable. We have enough to deal with , fatigue, aches and pains and more intense sense of heat, so over fussy , uncomfortable outfits just won't do.

- It needs to stylish. Just because we are hiding a  little human in there, it doesn't mean we want to look like tents with heads attached.

-It needs to be special, extra special in fact. Pregnancy is a unique and beautiful experience and you want to draw attention to you and how special you are . You want people to see your lovely curves , beautiful complexion and extra thick hair and you want a dress that will achieve it and compliment your blossoming beauty.

So below are some of my top pics which I feel tick all the boxes and won't break the bank, because these are not dresses that you will get a lot of wear out of, unless you plan on getting pregnant frequently!

Asos 3D Embelished Maternity Dress here 

Asos Design Materinty Embroidered Wrap Midi dress here

Asos Design Maxi Embroidered Materity Dress here

Chi Chi London Maternity Dress here

Glamorous Bloom Tea dress here

So all you need to worry about now is having fun!

xxx

STRIPE DUNGAREE SHORTS...pregnancy update!

A quick update from me. I am currently STRUGGLING to find cute outfits that will flatter my growing bump. I am nearing the end of my second semester and I can't say that I have a particularly big bump, but you know it's there obliterating the waistline and making getting dresses a work of art. Dresses are obviously great options but i am not really a fan of maternity wear and will try to get away with wearing normal clothes as much as possible. trying to figure out what size I might be in maternity wear is yet another mind boggling feat. I mean....clearly you are going to get bigger as the pregnancy progresses so how can you be the same size throughout...baffling!

 And while I can get my bum and thighs into things , the bussoms are a different story altogether. I pulled out all my floaty Summer dresses that I had stored for winter , feeling confident that they would look lovely over my blooming baby bump only to find that I could not fit my breast in...what is that all about???

Anyway on that note I have found that short dungarees are the best way forward at the moment, plus I love them anyway regardless of the pregnancy situation, but I do think they look extra adorable on pregnant girlies. Plus you don't have top worry about the growing tummy as they are adjustable . I came across a gorgeous pair from Pull and Bear very similar to a dungaree style dress  I already own but unfortunately tends to ride up a bit at the front now.

 They are in very summery strip pattern and are just the right length to make them both practical and youthful. I teamed them with a vest top in these pics but I will be wearing them white t-shirts and even a lacy crop top! I sized up and they fit great. so if you are not pregnant your normal size should be fine and the straps are adjustable.

Dungarees:Pull and Bear here similar here and here

Cap:Top Shop here

Shoes Slidders :Primark Last Season Similar here , here and here