Autumn Ruffles

Jumper - Borderline Vintage ♦ Shorts - eBay ♦ Boots - Hypnotic ♦ Tights - Sainsbury's Thumb ring -  Claire's

If you're a regular visitor of the Palace, you'll know that I'm quite fond of shorts that look like pants. I don't mean the granny, Miley Cyrus-esque type, I'm referring to the french knicker style. I featured a cute pair from Primark here and I also have a grey pair from River Island. Yes, I am a fan. 

So it might not come as a huge shock to learn that I recently snapped up these cute shorts from eBay. Unlike my other pairs, these just feel more A/W; the thickness of the material, the creamy colour, they just work perfectly with a wooly jumper and a pair of boots. Speaking of boots, what do you think of mine? I was on a birthday present raid and was struck by these beauties. As a committed military boots hoarder, I knew I needed these in my repertoire. Unfortunately, these lovelies are the only thing I managed to find that day. Why do all the birthdays fall around this time of year?

By the way guys, I'm thinking about a hair change. About two years ago, I used to have ash blonde highlights all through my hair. I'm thinking about going back down the lighter route, but not quite so dramatically. I'm wondering about getting Jennifer Lawrence style highlights.. 

..Let me know what you think, I need advice! 

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'Why' Tee & Pink Leopard Leggings

♦ Tee - River Island ♦ Leggings - Republic ♦ Boots - Hypnotic ♦ Watch - Jeremy Scott for Swatch ♦

I need a new camera so badly. Don't worry, I'll be getting one soon, it's just I haven't quite picked out which one I want. Does anyone have any recommendations? Let me know ☺

I know about 80 per cent of my posts consist of me telling you guys all about the scary business of uni and how stressed I am, but .. yeah, that exactly. I've only been back for three weeks and I'm already praying for the Christmas break. I kid, it isn't that bad, it's just I'm feeling the workload creep up and realising how important this last year is. Certainly scary. 

But enough heavy stuff! Do you like my new tee? I already have a 'WHAT' top so I figured I may as well keep the theme going. The weather's getting colder which means I've had to dig out my boots. I love military boots; there was a time when I had at least four pairs but over time they've fallen apart. Rather devastating but at least I still have these lovelies. 

What's your go-to A/W item? 

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On The Button Family Frame

I just love the cute packaging!

Jack's mom bought us the cutest present the other day, it's so sweet I just had to blog about it! Check out this beautiful personalised family frame from On The Button, complete with little Rudy! It came wrapped up in beautiful butterfly patterned cellophane, I was delighted by the attention to detail. I think my favourite part is the bunting, I mean how sweet!

 Our three year anniversary is coming up so it was totally appropriate, it was even in my favourite colour! 

You can order your own frame, card or accessories through their online shop or if you're in the Cannock area, they have their own little shop.

www.on-the-button.com 

Get your geek on

Jacket - Sack Sale ♦ Tee - Primark ♦ Jeans - River Island ♦ Shoes - Topshop ♦ Bow - Rowfers ♦ Lippie -  Rimmel Starry Eyed

It's that time of year again - Freshers Week. You may be wondering where the obligatory OOTN posts are - well I'm afraid I won't be joining the newbies this year as my body has decided to fall prey to the plague. Or a head-cold, whichever. My system just can't handle illness and alcohol at the same time. Boo.

I have however managed to prop myself up long enough to do a little outfit post - it's been a while. A pretty standard look today but I wanted to show you my new sandals. How cute are these? I couldn't decide whether I should get them in black or burgundy but I came to the conclusion I had way too many dark clothes in my wardrobe and that a little colour would brighten it up. They're so sweetly geeky and totally appropriate for back to school/uni.

I really hope I feel better for next week; I don't want to be the annoying student sniffing loudly every five seconds during a lecture. Wish me luck for this final scary year and  erm, pass me a tissue? *sneeze*

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September so far...

... has been rainy. Very rainy. It's made me quite fearful of stepping outside of my door, but I'm going to have to overcome that phobia soon as my third year at uni is just around the corner. It's kind of really scary to think that in a years time I'll be a proper grown-up, looking for a proper job. Yikes. 

It's probably just as scary for you guys starting uni too, it's a huge step up from school or college. You're probably nervous about workloads, deadlines and of course making new friends - maybe my advice will help you on that front ...? But seriously, just be yourself, have fun but above all, work hard. Yes, this sound quite boring but if you want to have a great time you've got to keep on top of your studies. It's not as hard as you've heard, promise! You can do it.

I couldn't choose which colour, so I got both ♦ My inspirational advice to all freshers starting uni... ♦ OOTN for Tori Kelly, ßclick the link! ♦ My bro baked - so good ♦ Funny-face speccy-twonk ♦ Rubicon Mango Swirl ice cream

Hope you have a super September ♣  

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A message to you from Rudy

Hi, I'm Rudy!

 "After being pretty afraid of my new lead to begin with, I now love my daily walkies! This week we decided to go for a long walk and picnic on the Chase, a lovely local woodland area. I had so much fun and got rather mucky so Mommy and Daddy gave me my very first bath. I was extremely brave and I'm now squeaky clean!"

"In a few weeks my Mommy will be returning to uni to complete her degree and my Daddy will be starting his, which is really exciting. Summer may be over, but the next chapter is just beginning.. Good luck to everyone starting school, university or just returning for another year." ♣

Move aside, Macklemore...

Can someone explain to me how it's already the end of August? It's seriously scary how fast time goes by. Despite the clock still ticking away on our summer, I've been attempting to make the most of the holidays. Earlier this Summer, I was lucky enough to have the chance to contribute to the CSV Make a Difference Charity Fashion Blog, writing an article about the high street vs charity shops.

These are the outfits I put together for my article, totally channelling the thrift shop chic. I've been working hard on it and it should be live on the blog within the next few weeks. Be sure to check out all the writers' brilliant work at  www.csv.org.uk

Are you a charity shop rummager? ♣