London Haul 2 | Boots, Forever 21, Selfridges, H&M

                                

When I went to London in June, I spent as much money as I could in the four days that I stayed there. Last time, I did have a budget. I wasn't able to go in to a Boots store last time, strangely one of the things I wanted if I ever went there again. I did have a bit of a splurge there, but in my defence, they were all on my list! I went in prepared: THE frist night we wen tot à little Boots store near St. Pauls Church, and I got their Christmas special. It took me a couple of nights to make a list of what I wanted. On the last day, we went to Picadilly Circus, what we thought was a big
 Also, I went to my favourite clothing store in the world: Forever21. Last stop (where I actually bought something) was Selfridges.

Soap and Glory had a 2+1 promotion! There was another 2+1 promotion on all Christmas-selected products. I have heard a lot of positive things about Soap and Glory, so I wanted to make sure I bought some and see for myself! They don't sell it in the Boots stores here, and it was actually pretty hard to decide what products I wanted to try. I love body scrubs, so the Sugar Crush was the first pick. I like the smell a lot, which is why I chose the normal sized pot. And who doesn't love hand cream?

Another beauty product that is not available in The Netherlands yet, lip crayons! (Yes, they are available now. When I went to London the only ones were from Clinique, and I was not willing to pay over 30 euro for it) The Ted Baker crayons were boxed in the sweetest tin!!
The lip crayons from Ted Baker are a little bit glossier then the crayons from Seventeen, but the Seventeen crayons seem to have a higher pigmentation... Hmm.. (I will be doing a blog post on both soon!)

Next thing I picket up are clear elastics. Like all of the above products, no where to be found here... There is not a lot to say about this. Only that they are very easy to use, and I am able to wrap them around my hair 3 times. They are very strong and I love wearing them!

Tangle Teezer!!! I love it. I was never able to comb my hair after a shower (with 10 minutes left to get ready before I had to leave). This is another product I have seen a lot of people raving about, and I just needed to try it myself :)

On the first day, we went to Forever 21. 'In case you need some time to think about it' my mom said. She knows me better than I know myself, and she was right. MOVING ON! haha.

I should iron my clothes before snapping pictures...

I didn't go all out this time, but I did pick up the most comfy things! Sitting at home means I was staying in my PJ's a lot, and it got a bit boring. I don't own a one piece, so I mostly chill in my Pooh bottoms and H&M sweatshirt. The shirt is slightly oversized, and a bit shorter than normal on the bottom :) The legging in the warmestest thing I have ever worn, and I finally own a patterned legging. (White girl much?)

I bought this H&M necklace at Selfridges ;)  It's a short necklace, great to wear with a collared shirt! It's not really heavy and I like that it has different parts. The parts are being held together with small silver rings, making it more comfortable to wear (and less easy to snap into pieces).

Hope you liked it! I am really sorry for not posting it on Friday, my cousin was staying here for the weekend and I was helping my mum with getting the floor done in the garage.

Love, Danielle

Summer 2013 | Lookbook

Another summer post! As this blog is about fashion and beauty, let's stick with that for this post :)
Last week, I took advantage of the amazing weather and shot a few looks I am wearing this summer. Enjoy!

Shirt - Primark & Short - Forever 21. As you can see in the picture,
the short folds very quickly, ironing only works on a high temperature. 

Top - HEMA & Skirt - Forever 21. I would wear this for anything.
The skirt is a thin fabric and flows very nicely in the wind. I wear this with a nice cardigan
or blazer. I tend to wear long necklaces with it, ending just above the skirt. 

Top - TopShop & Short - GAP. I like wearing crop tops they tend to be very thin,
which is nice in summer and are (most of the time) long enough to still look decent ;)

I would wear this to dinner, a nice top but not too hot. I also close all buttons and put on a necklace,
making the look a bit more fancy. Wearing a big, catchy ring will give it an extra 'fancy boost'

Sweater - H&M & Short - GAP. This is an outfit to wear later on the day, when it's a little colder.
The sweater is not very thick which makes it good for evening wear.

Dress - Forever 21. I like to wear this dress later on the day or when I'm going to the beach.
You can dress it up or just wear it like pictured. I like to wear this with a big short necklace and a
lot of bracelets. For daytime I pair it with sandals, at night with high heels.

London Haul | Forever 21, Next, TopShop, American Apparel, Gap, Pull & Bear

When you go to London, in my eyes, you can't not go shopping. I saved up my money, made a list of items I wanted to buy, and shopped till I dropped. (Which I did, at the end of the day) Below I posted the items I bought!

First stop: NEXT

I picked up this black t-shirt. The bottom of the shirt, neckline and ends of the sleeves have a little leather-look fringe, which makes it a little more classic :)

GAP

GAP had a sale!! 30% off of every article! (Normally, I wouldn't go inside of GAP stores because I feel like things are a bit too pricey for me, and some staff members are not my favorite, but the one on Oxford Street is the exception. I was able to walk around without being 'attacked' by staff so it was a good time :) ) I picked up these two shorts and ended paying less than I was supposed to!! I'm summer ready with these! (For the jeans short, you can pair it with every thing. The printed short can be paired with a bright basic)

PULL & BEAR 

I found this jumpsuit, made of a very thin fabric, feels really soft and comfy! What I really liked about this jumpsuit is the elastic band at the start of the short, and the open back. It shows all of the back, ending at the start of elastic (very open, i know!)

FOREVER 21

Last year, I fell in love with Forever 21, spending an amount of money that could not have been any better (£ 121,21) and couldn't wait to get back in there! Don't worry, I didn't spend that much money this time! 

TOPSHOP

When I was in TopShop last year, I couldn't find anything good for me. But regretted not getting anything when I was back home. For this trip, I promised myself I would buy something TopShop, even if it was just a nailpolish. Turned out they had plenty of stuff I liked this year!!! I bought the 'GEEK' crop top (can also be paired with both of the GAP shorts) and two bikini's :)

AMERICAN APPAREL

DISCO PANTS!!! I couldn't not go in there and try it on, seeing as most of the bloggers or people I look up to own one (or more). I have to admit, I was doubting buying it, because it is pricey for a pants. But I am happy I did because it is a really comfortable pair and it goes with a lot of things! (I can't say if it's worth it's price, but I'll let you guys know!)

Hope you all enjoyed the haul!

Love, Danielle