Goodbye 2013.... Bonjour 2014

 

My Christmas on Instagram

Wrapping gifts, gingerbread latte's, reindeer jumpers and gifts from Santa

Christmas really crept up on me this year (most of my Christmas shopping was done a mere two days before Christmas) guessing that's due to my busy schedule.
I just love Christmas, starting with tree trimming and mulled wine, receiving gifts from Santa, time with family and friends, that traditional church visit and singing Christmas carols. I just love to get the festivities in full swing.
Plenty of Christmas movies have been watched (ask my boyfriend he's defiantly had enough of watching Home Alone on repeat). But whats the season without Elf, Home Alone 1&2 and Trading Places.
Copious amounts of wine and champagne has been drank, dancing around my sisters kitchen to the best Christmas songs was involved. Santa was also kind to me this year bringing me some beautiful gifts, candles, make-up, The Sartorialist Closer, a book I've been wanting for some time and the most gorgeous lime green coat which will brighten up any cold, dark winter day.
I hope you Christmas has been as special as mine and Santa remembered to fill your stockings with wonderful surprises.

2013 has been a great year, its been a time for change, starting university and meeting new people. Writing on this blog has been the best part, I've really got into the swing of writing freely and passionately about everything that I love in and out of the fashion world.
Next stop 2014, time for a fresh start? Maybe make a resolution? I really do try but only to fail two days in. Oh I do have one, to learn a Language, French being my chosen one. Weather or not I will succeed is the question at hand but whats one to know without trying.

Happy 2014 

Love Faye x

Fashion News: The Ban of Angora Fur

 

Image Source:  http://blog.peta.org.uk

Take a look at this beautiful, timid and helpless animal, this is the Angora Rabbit and the production of Angora fur has been in the news recently. 

An investigation by PETA, has revealed how these animals have been treated just to produce clothes.

"Angora, which is used to make gloves, sweaters, hats and scarves, comes from the fur of long-haired angora rabbits, and 90 per cent of angora wool is produced in China, where PETA Asia’s recent investigation has revealed that workers often rip the fur from the rabbits’ skin in handfuls while they’re conscious. As you would imagine, these timid animals are in agony while this happens." (Source: http://blog.peta.org.uk/2013/12/more-stores-stop-angora-production-thanks-new-look-and-esprit/)

I am personally saddened to say I own a jumper that contains Angora fur, thinking of how these animals have been treated  just for fashion is unbelievably disgusting. I couldn't bring myself to watch the video filmed by PETA of the happenings in the Asian factories. 

With today's advances in fiber production it's crazy to think we even need to wear real fur. However if some do feel the need Angora should be produced with the animal's welfare in mind.  

I am pleased to say a variety of retailers including H&M, New Look and Espirit have stopped the production of Angora Fur until "credible certification and proof that it complies with according policies on animal welfare" are in place. (Source: http://blog.peta.org.uk/2013/12/more-stores-stop-angora-production-thanks-new-look-and-esprit/).

Lets hope what has now been brought to our attention makes us think twice when purchasing a garment made with Angora fur, at least till we have proof that our beautiful furry friends are being treated with care and love, its only what they deserve. 

Read the full article here.  

http://blog.peta.org.uk/2013/12/more-stores-stop-angora-production-thanks-new-look-and-esprit/ 

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Yes, on Sunday I actually had a day off.... from work, uni, and anything else that happens in what feels like my 24-7 non-stop life.

After a few hours of studying in the morning me and my boyfriend went for a stroll around my local woods. All wrapped up in my winter apparel (cable knit jumper and trusty 200 denier tights), I strolled around the woods taking some lovely photo's of the wintery surroundings. I just love this time of year the world looks so raw and stripped back, natural. 

I rather awkwardly posed (avoiding dog walkers) for a few outfit photographs, something I have wanted to do for sometime and just haven't had the chance. A little embarrassed at first but I enjoyed it and I am pleased with the outcome. 

What would one do without a willing boyfriend (thank you Mark) and a handy camera.

I look forward to sharing more of my styling with you. 

Enjoy

Love Faye  

Coat, Topshop, Jumper, Primark, Skirt, H&M, Bag and Hat, Accessorize, Shoes, River Island

Trend Notes:The Sweater

 

Image Source: style.com 

Kenzo, A/W13

Givenchy, A/W13 

Winter is well and truly here and its freezing.........
I've been layering up, even with coats and adding extra warmth with scarfs, gloves and my favourite hats (I own many variety's).
The A/W13 fashions show seem like many moons ago but with a flick through my fave fashion website, style.com I'm reunited with enough fashion and trends advice any girl could dream of.
After dreaming my way through a variety of shows and finding some great pieces to talk about I spotted a great trend.....The Sweater.
The Kenzo sweater has been on my radar for a while now even showing my boyfriend how much I love it ,hint hint #christmasiscoming. Many of the fashion glitterati have styled the Kenzo sweater well....a bright sweater and a bright mini skirt is all one needs to catch someones attention.
As for the Givenchy number, who doesn't love a gorgeous sweater with our cutest Disney Character splashed across the front, Bambi.
 More of the fashion pack on the street....

 

Image sources: http://topshop.tumblr.com 

Street Style

The Flat

Long gone is the high heel.....Yes, fashion and comfort have united and brought us this seasons must have, The Flat.

They come in all shapes, colours, prints and fabrics. A favourite of mine patent and leopard print.

Thank you River Island for designing these beautiful shoes. Flat, check, black, check, patent, check and only £28 they're within my student budget. 

Team your flats with a knee length skirt and ankle socks or keep out the cold with tights (I love 200 deniers )

Look out for these in my next OOTD (Outfit of the Day) post. I've finally got a day off this coming Sunday and plan on taking some great outfit snaps. 

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