Today's Outfit

Today's outfit was easy enough to put together right (because it is like, just a jumper and leather pant's) and after my faffing about for an hour deciding whether this was 'effortless', or 'insert another overly used descriptive word here' enough to post, (meh) I decided to anyway. After all, this is my personal style blog, and if I decided to wear a camo vest and slacks one day, it would still count as today's outfit (don't worry this combo would never happen in real life, or more to the point SHOULDN'T HAPPEN in real life, yes i'm talking to you 6pm pug walker lady.)

Here, I have made my look individual, by throwing on my silver arm cuff and rather heavy necklace, (because, let's face it, noone else ever does that!) put on my doughy-eyed stoned look, (yeah I meant to do that, it wasn't the sun I promise) and then checked out that interesting patch on the floor that every personal style blogger seems to find. Strange stuff...

Another day with at least a 50% black outfit, obviously a flash of leather, and some kind of silver accessory. What can I say, it works for me! (Or acts at least as a fail safe!)

Have a great weekend loves!

Holly x

Statement Necklace, Forever 21. Stripped Jumper & Loafers, Both New Look. Leather Trousers & Silver Cuff, H&M. My creativity with this outfit, Priceless.

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H&M: The Grey Concept

If you know my style, you know that I love simple garments, especially in black and muted colours. I had to share with you all H&M's new collection 'The Grey Concept' (Find it Here) released on 1st November. Driven by youthful rebellion, mixing stylings and fabrics from rock and grunge, this edgy collection by Divided is perfect for Autumn/Winter 2012 layering.

It doesn't really matter what your style is, from statement pieces to chic basics, there is a staple for everyone. The best thing about this collection is the prices have stayed the same. Affordable urban style, which I love H&M for.

I personally love the leather jacket Here, and the grey maxi dress Here. (See below also)

What do you think? Will you be buying anything from this collection? Or is it just not for you?
Let me know what you think!

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Today's Outfit: My Little Sister

Today I thought I'd post something a little different. I want to share with you someone who is very close to my heart, (and my DNA genetics) who's style I love... My younger sister! 

Georgia, 18, is currently studying at Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication doing Graphics (we're like, such a creative family yar). This is her usual type of outfit, laidback with smart twists. She's similar to myself with not having an outrageous style, (some may call it simple, 'effortless' or maybe even boring, but believe me we've both learnt from our fashion mistakes. Thank you facebook) and the fact that we're constantly steeling each others clothes has nothing at all to do with the fact we dress similarly... *I can confirm the outfit below is completely owned by my sister © Georgia Corsie 2012* for those of you that are remotely bothered.

Ah yes, and i've been trying to convince her to dip dye her hair pink (I cheated and Photoshopped her hair) so those of you that agree it looks, wait for it, amazeballs (That Towie *%£! is taking over the world, it's addictive) let us know so I can convince her with your lovely comments and officially/potentially ruin her hair. Thanks in advance!

Converse AllStars, Office. Leggings, Topshop. Rose Knit Jumper, H&M. Cream Button-Up shirt, H&M. Rings, Pandora. Bracelet, Links.

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Follow me now on Instagram's new online profiles. Here you can see personal photographs that you don't find on my blog!
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DIY The Cross Jumper

Here are just two of the many pieces myself and Nia (the lovely lady I created DUENDE magazine with) created a day before our photoshoot was scheduled, because our stylist disappeared of off the face of the earth! The theme was 'light' and 'space'. It's so easy to do, and you can create endless shapes!

Give it a go, and if you do, send me the link!

Also look out for an outfit post of how I personally style this jumper very soon, as I wear it quite often!

Holly x

Here are the finished pieces in our photoshoot 'The Periastron' with our lovely models Joris and Beth!

As well as some of the images from the shoot, I thought I'd also share with you the behind the scenes video from the photo shoot for anyone that is interested! It was a great day, the models were brilliant and we were so lucky with the weather! Considering the pressure we were under (After having to get all of the clothes the day before!), we both were very pleased with the outcome! What do you think?

'The Periastron' © DUENDE Mag UK 2012

Check out the website here: www.duendemag.co.uk

Check out the whole magazine and rest of this photoshoot here: Duende Mag

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Vintage Black Dress

A couple of post's ago I mentioned that I'd found a garment in a chest at my Grandma's house. And here it is! A beautiful vintage dress of hers, with lace top, empire line with a silk ribbon and layered skirt. I love the gothic vibe it has, and I think it'd look great with a studded belt and a pair of statement spiked earrings.. How would you accessories this dress?

I have my graduation ball coming up soon, which is a 007 James Bond theme, and I thought this might be perfect for it. However, I do feel it my be a bit nighty-ish? What do you think?

Holly x

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Get Their Style: The Olsen Twins

I know it's kind of cliche to say as a fashion blogger, that the Olsen twins are up in my top 5 style icons. But really, they are. Without blowing my own trumpet, I don't purposefully copy their style, I just really like the same garments the garments they wear, in terms of fabrics, silhouettes and colours. With a very much monochromatic wardrobe (both them and myself) along with a love for studs and leather, it's probably no surprise to many of you that this blog post has eventually appeared.

Definitely not reaching the 'edginess' level of the Olsens myself, we can all but try. And many of us do. I don't tend to focus on designer garments, because let's face it, most of us blogging about fashion can't afford them, and aren't sent them for free. So here's my alternative to creating the Oslen look, without the bank balance that comes with it...

My key Highstreet buys, that will help you on your way to creating the Olsen Edge:

1. Grey Long Sleeve Top, H&M, £7.99. Buy it Here

2. Imitation Leather Trouser, H&M, £24.99. Buy it Here

3. Felt Bowler Hat, ASOS, £20. Buy it Here

4. Felicity Soft Structured 3pc Shopper With Wallet, Boohoo.Com, £20. Buy It Here

5. Celestina Platform Ankle Boots In Black, Missguided.Co.Uk, £37.99. Buy Them Here

6. Black long faux fur gilet, Dorothy Perkins, £55. Buy it Here

7. Frankie Jacket by Goldie, Topshop, £68. Buy it Here

8. Simple Double Bar Ring, ASOS, £8. Buy it Here

9. Libet Bracelet, ALDO, £12. Buy it Here

All of the items i've chosen are from online and highstreet affordable stores, and some of you may (or may not) agree that these pieces represent the Olsens fashion sense. Let me know what you think, and if you know of any Oslen inspired garments - do let me know!

Holly x

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Today's Outfit

I'm up in manchester for the weekend visiting family. It's chilly up here so layering is a must. Here are my recent purchases from ZARA. As stated in a previous post, I'm obsessed with Leather this season!

As many of you know, Grandparents houses are treasure troves! And gosh did I find a treasure! A beautiful vintage garment, that I could possibly wear to my graduation ball. I will post my finding very very soon, and would LOVE your opinions on it.. so keep a look out!

Jacket, £69.99. Leather Waterfall Cardigan, £32. Leather Panel Leggings, £25. White Dip Hem Tank, £8, H&M. Leopard Shoes, TOPSHOP, £25.

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Review: Lee Stafford Beach Babe Sea Salt Spray

See my previous outfit post Here to see what it looks like on my hair!

My favourite Hair Product: Lee Stafford Beach Babe Sea Salt Spray. Buy it Here
I have been using this as my go-to product for the last two years (especially whilst at uni!). Anyone that loves the effortless messy hair look (think the Olsen Twins and Blake Lively) will instantly love this product. The Sea Salt Spray is a brilliant fix for when you are rushed off your feet to get ready and don't have time to do your hair.
It's a really versatile styling product, able to be sprayed onto wet or dry hair, whilst achieving the same look. It's brilliant for thin hair as it creates volume, but can also been used on thick hair, although more product is needed.

This look is sultry and edgy and slighty 'give a shit?!' (which I love) on any shade of hair.

Pros: Quick and easy to use. The bottle lasts ages!
Cons: Can make your head itchy. Does make your hair knotty (but I guess that's part of the look?)

Why I personally use this product:
I have very thin hair, and it's also ultra straight. As stated before this product gives the hair more volume. I tend to curl my hair once it's dry and then put the product on so my locks have some wave to them. See my previous outfit post Here to see what it looks like on my hair!
Tip: Don't spray onto your roots! Itchy head alert!


Autumn/Winter 2012 Designers that sported this look:

Images from vogue.com

Spray on and tie your hair up in a top knot like Thakoon Addition, use on short hair for that 'bedhead' look like Rodarte, or spray and then twist long locks like Alexander Wang and John Rocha.

Let me know if you use a different brand, or what you think of the spray (good or bad)!

Holly x

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Today's Outfit

This week I had probably the highlight of my year! I got a call from Sir Terry Mansfield (CEO of Hearst Magazines), to congratulate me on my magazine and on graduating. He gave me some sound advise about getting a job within the fashion industry, and it really did make my year so far. 

So great to know that the magazine I worked so hard on creating is appreciated by such an established figure within the magazine industry. Hopefully I will be meeting with him in the new year!

Anyway, thought i'd just share with you all! Here's what I am wearing today whilst working at JAKE Design Studio! Black Black Black - My usual!

 Dress, H&M (This Season). Boots, H&M, £24.99 (This Season). Cuff Bracelet, H&M, £8 (set of two). Tights, Topshop. Cross Earring, Topman, £8. Spike Bracelet, Aldo £12 (set of two)

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