tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78567582873149106842024-03-13T20:24:32.097+00:00Fashion your SeatbeltTonihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16355371801641173290noreply@blogger.comBlogger883125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7856758287314910684.post-79307997355245979752017-01-20T09:25:00.000+00:002017-01-20T14:30:13.084+00:00THE BARBICAN TOUR<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--EanqU5XJaA/WIExrMdVG5I/AAAAAAAAS7U/-iSR_Xx_tFAYsWasXtpF7FTHn7HRoKg0ACLcB/s1600/IMG_4609.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--EanqU5XJaA/WIExrMdVG5I/AAAAAAAAS7U/-iSR_Xx_tFAYsWasXtpF7FTHn7HRoKg0ACLcB/s1600/IMG_4609.JPG" /></a>
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I've have an interest in the Barbican since my first visit in 2011, which was to see 'Future Beauty: 30 Years of Japanese Fashion'. I've been back since for various shows and exhibitions; the rain room and Constructing Worlds to name a few, but only last month did I finally make time to go on one of their <a href="http://www.barbican.org.uk/education/event-detail.asp?ID=12983"><b>architecture tours</b></a>.
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The tour lasts for roughly 90 minutes, during which the guide talks history, design and the architects' initial intentions for the building; as you're in a small group there's also plenty of opportunity to ask questions. One of my favourite parts of the tour had to be the Conservatory, which, I'm sorry to admit now that I didn't even realise was there! The vibrant green foliage against the backdrop of concrete looks so unnatural and yet so beautiful. I also discovered you can have <a href="http://www.barbican.org.uk/education/event-detail.asp?ID=19989"><b>afternoon tea</b></a> there so will definitely be booking that soon!
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Gazing up at the vast concrete towers I couldn't help but think of the film <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0462335/"><b>High Rise</b></a>.
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I guess I'll start by saying Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and enjoyed your New Year celebrations with people you love. Good riddance 2016! I won't go into detail but lets just say last year sucked and I had to make some tough decisions which left me in a bit of a muddle. But hey - new year, new blog!
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I decided to leave Fashion your Seatbelts behind because it didn't feel like me any more... Instead, welcome to 'Live Pretty', a shiny new blog I'm starting to keep me motivated and discuss and share all of the beautiful, positive and exciting things in life. Here's to 2017 :) Tonihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16355371801641173290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7856758287314910684.post-2784584098304294222016-08-28T16:38:00.001+01:002016-08-28T16:38:12.689+01:00WAY OUT WEST AUGUST 2016<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L--9uEid-Ck/V8L9Ho-OZSI/AAAAAAAAS3g/kMqekRrq3FolPBSqDrEhD4W8qfz1rPsPQCLcB/s1600/160811_WOW_0070.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L--9uEid-Ck/V8L9Ho-OZSI/AAAAAAAAS3g/kMqekRrq3FolPBSqDrEhD4W8qfz1rPsPQCLcB/s1600/160811_WOW_0070.jpg" /></a></div>
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A few weekends ago I went to visit the beautiful city of Gothenburg for <a href="http://www.wayoutwest.se"><b>Way Out West</b></a>. Just like last year, it didn't rain it poured, but that still didn't dampen our spirits due to the picturesque surroundings, good music and friendly people. It really is one of my favourite places on earth.
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Our first afternoon at the festival was pretty relaxed; tired from the early morning and traveling we wondered around the site watching random artists, eating churros and drinking cider... I soon perked up when it was time for Morrissey's headline act though! I did actually see him a few years ago at Glastonbury festival, which was an amazing experience, but this time felt a lot more intimate as we managed to get pretty close and he was in a great mood! (Likely something to do with WOW being an entirely meat free event). We also saw Massive Attack, The Libertines, PJ Harvey and Jamie XX to name a few.
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I did get lots of other lovely photographs outside of the festival but I'll post these at a later date cause there are A LOT! Hope you're all enjoying your long weekend!
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This year summer has whizzed by in a blur. I've had a really difficult few months with relationships and family, and on top of that been extremely busy with work, which I've been using as a distraction. I'm trying to slow down a little and get back on track with something called "my life", and I've realised just how much I've been missing out on recently... no sunny days in the park, no BBQs with friends and not nearly enough time spent with family.
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I'd like to learn how to live life more in the moment as I currently spend far too much time worrying about the past or future. Over the next few months I'm going to work hard at enjoying what's happening in my life right now, focussing on the present rather than letting time pass me by. How we spend our time and who we spend it with shouldn't be taken for granted and this is something I'm definitely guilty of in the past. But I'm not supposed to be dwelling on the past anymore... as a nice contrast to this rather gloomy post here I am dancing around in the sun on one of the beautiful days I did manage to get out in!
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Hey, it's been a while! A lot has changed in the last few months; I want to update you all but I'm just waiting for the right time to sit down and write a proper post... for now, just to ease myself slowly back into blogging, here's a quick outfit post featuring my lovely new Wood Wood t-shirt from <b><a href="http://www.pho.london/products/beige-stripe-dawn-t-shirt" target="_blank">Pho. London</a></b>! I've always been a bit funny about wearing lighter colours, definitely preferring black, navy, forest green, charcoal... you know the drill... but in summer when I get a slight tan, (slight being a key word there), it's actually quite nice to emphasise my "sun-kissed" skin more against a white, cream or light grey.
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Today <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattlainphoto/" target="_blank">Matt</a></b> and I are going to shoot some still life, I used to really enjoy setting myself fun still life projects at weekends, remember <b><a href="http://www.tonicaroline.co.uk/Pastels" target="_blank">The Biscuit Project</a></b>? So much fun and I still love those images... I haven't been doing enough personal work recently as I've been pretty busy with "real work", trying to get by and pay rent you know. But I miss creating something just for the hell of it so my goal over summer is to get back into the creative mindset and just DO MORE!! Hope you're all having a wonderful weekend, oh, and please say hey in comments below so I can check out your blogs... I'm kinda out of the loop!<br />
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As soon as the days started to get longer I jumped at the chance to pull all of my shorts, skirts, culottes, dresses, dungarees and playsuits to the front of my wardrobe. I was let out of the studio/my flat for what felt like the first time this year the other day and was so excited by the expanse of blue sky that Matt literally had to tell me to calm down.
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This cute little number is from <a href="http://www.joythestore.com/" target="_blank">Joy</a>, by the brand <a href="http://www.joythestore.com/womenswear/brands/minkpink" target="_blank">Minkpink</a>, a great Australian brand which I've been a fan of for quite a few years now. I'm wearing it here with my new Dr Martens - I thought I'd mix it up a bit and get a navy pair!<br />
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I'm actually in Devon this weekend for my best Friend's wedding - I'm a bridesmaid and I'm absolutely dreading trying to put makeup on my horrible spotty face tomorrow. Why does this always happen!? Every time I have a reason to want to look nice I'll get an outbreak of spots or dry skin on my face or eczema all over my arms!! I'm so sick of being twenty-something and still sporting teenage skin. On a plus note tomorrow isn't about me... it's about Ria, and luckily she has a beautiful, flawless face :) I'll try to get lots of snaps to share with you from the day!
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Honestly, this is the first year as far back as I can remember that I HAVEN'T had the winter blues. Okay so I am craving picnics in the park and I'm in dire need of Vitamin D - but for once I've actually been too busy working and feeling excited about the future to even acknowledge that January, February and March SUCK.
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I think I've done a lot of growing up in the last year, which has likely contributed a little to my newfound sense of calm; that and I live in an amazing flat and am surrounded by funny, talented and all-around lovely people. I finally feel like I'm finding my place in the world and it feels really, really good. The future looks bright and for once I'm focussing on what's yet to come rather than dwelling on the past.
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But enough of the heartfelt stuff, and with summer in mind, I was recently given this super cute floral playsuit by a brand called <a href="http://www.bellfieldclothing.com/womens-clothing">Bellfield</a>. Here I've paired it with a nice, toasty roll neck to keep the Spring chill at bay but I'm exited to wear it solo in Summer! Bellfield are a good brand to check out for basics and they have a great range of <a href="http://www.bellfieldclothing.com/womens-clothing/womens-denim">denim</a> too! They've also kindly given us all 20% off any full-price garments when using the discount code BLOG20; why not treat yourself to something new for your summer wardrobe?:)
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Apologies for the erratic post but whilst I have you here I feel we have so much to catch up on! I'm currently writing this from my hotel room in Nottingham where I'm visiting for work; so far I've spent my evening eating the biggest pie I've ever seen, (cheese, potato and leek), and I also just caught up on the latest episode of Girls - it's literally my favourite TV show and Lena Dunham is my hero. Is it weird that I actually really like Marnie?
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Last night Matt and I popped out for a few cocktails and a bite to eat. Having previously heard wonderful things about their cocktails we decided to head to The DoubleTree Hotel in Tower Hill and up to the 12th floor to the <a href="http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/united-kingdom/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-london-tower-of-london-LONTLDI/dining/skylounge.html" target="_blank"><b>SkyLounge</b></a>. There's something so special about these hidden away rooftop bars and restaurants; its not everyday you get such a spectacular view of London and when you do it feels like a dream! From our roomy table we could see the London Bridge, lit up as if on a postcard, and looking in the other direction gave us an exquisite view of the Shard!
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As they're currently still serving their <b><a href="http://doubletree3.hilton.com/resources/media/dt/LONTLDI/en_US/pdf/en_LONTLDI_SkyloungeCocktailList_Oct2015.pdf" target="_blank">Autumn-Winter menu </a></b>all of the drinks were really festive and warming. My favourite of the night was the 'Almond & Honey', which consisted of Amaretto, (favourite), Passion Fruit Purée, Honey, Lemon and Egg white. I never thought I'd want egg white in my drink but this cocktail was so delicious I may be a changed woman. I also tried the 'Winter Sloe', which was probably the most festive of the three, and The Flamingo Bay, which was very sweet and tasty... and bright pink!
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Alongside our drinks we had a couple of bar snacks - it's not good to drink on an empty stomach and all that - we had the 'Cheesy Jack Fries', Mini burger Sliders and also Chicken nuggets with a Bourbon dip. The nuggets don't sound all that exciting but they were absolutely amazing, and I loved how "dirty" the food was for such a fancy bar! I definitely used my fingers for the chips!
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What an odd start to the year. After coming back from Norfolk, (where Matt and I ended our Christmas holiday), I've really struggled to get back into the swing of things. It's an odd feeling when normally I'm a bit of a workaholic; this year though... not feeling it. I've felt lazy, uninspired and all I want to do is sit on the sofa watching films and eating crisps. The fact that most of the work I've done so far has been from home doesn't help... I did venture into central London yesterday for the first time in what felt like months! Apart from that I've pretty much been working and chilling at mine. Maybe this is just how January feels.
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I've also been thinking a lot about in-house VS. freelance work. I've had a few opportunities to go full-time but nothing has felt quite right yet. I do love the idea of focusing on one brand; I often feel so stretched that I have a complete mind meltdown at least once a month. But I also love the spontaneity of how my life is now and I like meeting new people and working with different brands... lets hope I find something thats a good mix of the two this year! Lets also hope that I just bloody man up, (sorry for using a pretty sexist term there); but seriously I need to just get on with my life and stop overthinking EVERYTHING. It's exhausting. Enough about my fickle thoughts any way, happy belated 2016, I'm really looking forward to another year with you all!
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Merry Christmas everyone; I hope you're all having a lovely Christmas break! Just like every year, I've spent the past week in Devon with Matt, my family and the rats. We've filled our days and nights with walking, eating, drinking, playing board games and watching films, its been magical.
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On Christmas day I wore my new playsuit from <b><a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/uk/catalog/category.jsp?id=BRANDS-EU&brand=the20fifth#/">The Fifth</a></b>. It has ties at the waist which can be knotted at the front or back so I decided to have it at the front to make the outfit look a little more dressy. Oh and my new bag is from <a href="http://www.stories.com/gb/"><b>& Other Stories</b></a>, I bought it whilst in Copenhagen!
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Last year <b><a href="http://www.fashionyourseatbelts.net/2014/12/copenhagen-part-1.html">Matt and I went to Copenhagen</a></b> just before Christmas and we loved it so much that we decided to go again. This time my Mum came with us too! Flights were pretty cheap, about £90 return each, and we stayed in a gorgeous <a href="https://www.airbnb.co.uk"><b>Airbnb</b></a> apartment in our favourite neighbourhood, Nørrebro.
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We spent our first evening wandering around Tivoli, which is an amusement park right in the middle of the city centre. Obviously it's quite touristy and you do have to pay 110DKK to get in, (which is around £11), but at Christmas they fill the park with Christmas lights, decorations and music - it's so beautiful and a great way to get into the festive spirit! We ended our night at <a href="http://www.cafeplenum.dk"><b>Cafe Plenum</b></a> which is a cosy cocktail bar in Nørrebro.
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The next day we went to the Botanical gardens then Nyhavn before heading to Strøget to do some serious Christmas shopping. We were pretty exhausted by the end of the day so walked back to Nørrebro and treated ourselves to dinner at <b><a href="http://www.provins-mad.dk">Provins</a></b>, a lovely new restaurant that serves traditional Danish food. The staff were super nice and helpful and the food was delicious!
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It's always a bit of a pain packing for somewhere chilly as warm clothing tends to be bulky and take up a lot of suitcase space! I tend to stick to a few basics like a roll neck and a couple of cosy jumpers, (one of which I can wear on the plane anyway), then I also pack a lightweight waterproof jacket in the bottom of my bag just in case it pours with rain; like it did the first time I went to Denmark! This time I lived in my new <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/knitwear_20020?intcam=INT-2015-16-WK38-HOME-ZBck-0010"><b>jumper from New Look</b></a>. It's really cosy and can be worn with jeans or, because it's quite loose, it also looks good over a skirt or dress.
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As always the trip didn't feel long enough and I was sad to return to London, but hey, I'm in Devon now having a fabulous time with my family in the lead up to the big day. I'm really enjoying the down-time and looking forward to a fresh New Year. Have a wonderful Christmas everyone!
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Screw waiting for Christmas; I managed to get my hands on these beautiful gold <a href="https://www.vagabond.com/gb/DAISY-4009-283-85/">Vagabond boots</a>, which I so recently mentioned in my <a href="http://www.fashionyourseatbelts.net/2015/12/xmas-wishlist-2015.html">Xmas Wishlist</a>! Patience has never been one of my strengths. I love the square shape at the toe and they're ridiculously comfortable. Possibly the most comfortable shoes to ever go on my feet actually.... They're like slippers.... Super stylish slippers! Isn't there also something so satisfying about wearing metallics and sparkles around Christmas time!?
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I also got this great new jumper from <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/uk/catalog/category.jsp?id=BRANDS-EU&brand=the20fifth#/">The Fifth</a>, which I'm wearing here with a Miss Selfridge skirt and metallic dot tights from Topshop. You may already know I have a love-hate relationship with shopping, and its normally around this time of year when the high-street fills up with black, navy and sparkles that I'm in the "love" state of mind. But life isn't all about Christmas and sparkles, (unfortunately), and I've got to think practically too, which is why in the new year I plan on buying a pair of "sensible" desert boots. I've had my eye on <a href="https://www.jonesbootmaker.com/ladies/boots/subproductgroup-ankle-boots/clarks-boots-boot-promotion-rough-wear-boot-2630440619">this Clarks pair</a> for a while, I think they'll be great for work and I love the wedge style flatform sole.
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I'm off to Copenhagen on Friday morning, woohoo! I plan to do all the Christmas shopping, (it's honestly the most amazing place I've ever shopped), and I'd really like to find a traditional Danish restaurant to eat at too. I'll be posting lots on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/toni_fys/">instagram</a> if you wanted to check that out, otherwise I'll make sure I get lots of beautiful shots to show you when I'm back on Sunday.... then I'm off to Devon!
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1. <a href="http://www.stories.com/gb/Bags/All_bags/Structured_Leather_Tote/590765-108675686.1">Structured Leather Tote from & Other Stories</a> | 2.<a href="https://www.vagabond.com/gb/DAISY-4009-283-85/"> Gold Ankle Boots by Vagabond</a> | 3. <a href="http://www.yolke.co.uk/collections/christmas-advent/products/cobalt-silk-pyjamas-long">Silk Pyjamas by Yolke</a> | 4. <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1444704354/ref=pd_luc_rh_bxgy_01_01_t_img_lh?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1">The Mammoth Hunters by Jean M. Auel</a> | 5. <a href="http://www.cheekfrills.co.uk/shop/4-knicker-sets/basic-set-4-box-knickers.html">Knicker set from Cheekfrills</a> | 6. <a href="http://goodhoodstore.com/store/19325">Design Letters 2016 Calendar from Goodhood</a> | 7. <a href="https://www.brantano.co.uk/ladies/slippers/ladies-ladies-slippers-slippers-burgundy-freestep-8000210755">Fun slippers from Brantano </a>| 8. <a href="http://www.cosstores.com/gb/Women/Knitwear/Roll-neck_cable_jumper/46889-35794164.1#c-22755">Roll-neck Cable Jumper from Cos </a>
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This year I've struggled to think of things to put on my Christmas list, which I usually put together early December and email to my Parents and Boyfriend. I know that I'll think of a million things I want and need in the New Year but for now here are just a few things that might make my life a little more lovely!Tonihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16355371801641173290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7856758287314910684.post-7793036946076538812015-12-13T00:36:00.000+00:002015-12-13T00:37:32.083+00:00BAGGY TROUSERS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L_WxzI6aZJU/Vmyz9CICAqI/AAAAAAAASTc/sJ2dLziGibY/s1600/151209_FYS_0139.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-L_WxzI6aZJU/Vmyz9CICAqI/AAAAAAAASTc/sJ2dLziGibY/s1600/151209_FYS_0139.jpg" /></a></div>
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I bought these jeans in Beyond Retro a few weeks ago. At first I was a little unsure about the shape because for as long as I can remember I've been sporting a skinnier silhouette. But hey, they were only £24, (I know right!?), and my wardrobe was getting a little stale so I thought a change would do me some good.
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Another change, as well as my freshly self-cut fringe, is my newfound love of stripes! I actually bought this rollneck thinking it would be good to shoot on models when testing, but I've been wearing it so much myself in the last few weeks. I used to think stripes were really unflattering - which I still think they are a little - but sometimes they just work, and I can see that now. Here I'm also wearing a newish cardigan that I got for my birthday in Stockholm. I LOVE the colour, it's such a beautiful dappled green! Speaking of Stockholm I'm actually returning to Scandinavia next week for the fourth time in the last year, can you tell that I love it!? I'm going to Copenhagen with Matt and my Mum to do some Christmas shopping, and drink lots of mulled wine of course, I'm SO excited!
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Hello! It's been a while since I last blogged but the time feels right to give this another shot, so here goes! I guess I should start with a quick update; over the summer i went <a href="http://www.tonicaroline.co.uk">freelance as a stylist</a>. I've tried in-house a few times but I always seem to end up back here. I really love the freedom, opportunity and unexpected nature that comes with working for myself, it keeps me on my toes, forces me outside of comfort zones and makes me try harder than I've ever tried before. I do love a challenge. So for now this seems like the right thing for me - It's all very exciting and I'll definitely be keeping you updated on all of that side of things here on FYS.
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As I'm sure you've already seen on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/toni_fys/">Instagram</a> I also had a hair cut over the Summer, just before visiting Gothenburg for Way Out West Festival, which was amazing by the way. I loved Sweden so much that I returned for my Birthday weekend, this time to Stockholm, which is where all of these photographs were taken! Back to image related stuff for a second though, I've stopped wearing so much makeup all of the time. My average day involves hours spent on my knees or running around like an idiot in (quite often) sweaty studios. What's the point? This also restricts what I wear, which is actually great cos I feel I'm finally getting a grasp on my own personal style... what works for me and what doesn't. Although I love lots of different styles and trends, most of them I just want to work with, not wear myself.
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Another recent life development is the new laptop that I'm currently working from. Last weekend, after months of sharing Matt's laptop, (nightmare), I finally bought my own shiny new Macbook Pro. Having this beauty in my hands was the perfect reason to get back into the blogging game, it would have been rude not to. I hope you also like this new layout, I think it's a lot more user friendly for you guys and also a lot more "me"!
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So I think it's fair to say that I am the WORST blogger in the world, ever. The truth is that recently I've found blogging really difficult... I just don't feel motivated to do it anymore and it's felt like a chore more than a hobby. Between balancing work, personal projects and friends there's just no time for... other stuff, I need to save a little time for myself too - time I can spend watching films and eating crisps.<br />
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Hopefully one day my writing flair will return and I'll be back, but until then please still stay in touch via <b><a href="https://instagram.com/toni_fys/" target="_blank">instagram</a></b> and I'll still be posting outfits for you guys to check out on <b><a href="http://lookbook.nu/tonicaroline" target="_blank">Lookbook.nu</a></b>!<br />
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<a name='more'></a>Hello from my new home! Two weekends ago I moved to a beautiful warehouse conversion in East London; I'm now blessed with more light, space and happiness than I ever thought possible. I was actually contemplating quitting blogging altogether as since moving I've been focussing on other things, <b><a href="http://www.linearmagazine.com/" target="_blank">this new online project being one of them</a></b>, but hey, let's give this another shot!<br />
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Here I am hanging out in my beautiful new <b><a href="http://uk.monsoon.co.uk/uk/women/dresses" target="_blank">Monsoon</a></b> dress with one of my new neighbours! Isn't it great being able to leave the house bare leg now? Warm weather makes dressing so much simpler as there are less layers and it's easy to just throw on a dress or t-shirt and shorts. I also bought these sandals from H&M a couple of weeks ago for just £19.99 and I've been living in them ever since - they're super comfy and they go with just about everything!</div>
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<a name='more'></a>Happy Sunday! Just a little update on my weekend... on Friday Matt and I popped to <b><a href="https://twitter.com/n4street" target="_blank">N4 Street</a></b>, a new burger and burrito restaurant right by Finsbury Park station. At first I thought the vibe was a little off, you know when something isn't quite right but you can't pinpoint what the problem is? We discussed this on our walk home though and decided that it's just a new restaurant and it's yet to fall into the swing of things... Any way all was forgiven when the food came! The burger was super tasty - though just a heads up I recommend wearing a bib - and Matt had a chicken burrito which was enjoyable too, (I'm not a massive burrito fan). We also ordered a very generous side of fries and breaded chicken strips, which came with a delicious buffalo sauce and were amazing! <br />
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Yesterday we went to Dalston to pick up some film and I couldn't help but have a little look in Beyond Retro whilst there.... I ended up walking out with two pairs of new shorts for summer! I then realised they were having a huge sale next door so picked up another pair of shorts for just £4 and a cute 70s style green t-shirt for £3. I went off of vintage shopping for a while but I think my love of frayed denim and moth eaten men's cardigans must be returning cos yesterday was a blast! In the evening we had friends over for what's likely to be our last BBQ in this house. Matt and I are moving East to share in a beautiful warehouse conversion; it's spacious, light and perfect for shooting in! I literally cannot wait.<br />
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This morning I got up and tidied the house... I have some bits to get done this afternoon and it's good to work in a clean environment. I'm very aware that I haven't been posting on here much over the last few months and for that I'm really sorry... I've just been busy with other boring life things and haven't felt motivated to blog. Hopefully this is just a phase and I'll be back with you shortly, but until then please do keep in touch through <b><a href="https://instagram.com/toni_fys/" target="_blank">instagram</a></b>!<br />
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Back to the point - there are so many amazing styles on the high street at the moment! I popped into the Oxford Circus <b><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jeans_20017" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Look</a></b> the other day and found lots of great 70s bits as well as cute dresses and basic tops, they're a great go-to place when shopping on a budget. These adorable white dungarees for example are just £24.99! I was asked to style them in three different ways ready for summer... here's what I did!<br />
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I thought this vintage floral shirt looked super girly and cute - perfect for summer! As the dungarees are white it was actually harder than I thought to style them, just cos most of my wardrobe is quite dark and I don't like too much contrast in my outfits. Of course I still couldn't resist throwing my new black DMs into the mix though! (I had to throw my old ones away cos they were so trashed!) <br />
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I actually bought this skirt a couple of weeks ago when I went to my Miss Selfridge personal shopper appointment. For just £28 I had to have it, and to be honest I think this classic a-line shape is a must for everyone this Spring... I mean, who doesn't want to channel Jane Birkin?<br />
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<a name='more'></a>I was recently invited to Miss Selfridge's London flagship store where, after picking out my perfect pair of <b><a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/category/denim-lounge-4230606/sofia-ultra-soft-jeans-4205179" target="_blank">SOFIA jeans</a></b>, I was asked to style three different outfits each featuring the staple black pair. I must confess, I hadn't actually been to a Miss Selfridge store in a while, so was pleasantly surprised when I found lots of lovely, on-trend pieces that I was desperate to have in my wardrobe!<br />
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To style with my new jeans I chose the <b><a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/product/shoes-299049/heels-299072/primrose-low-block-heel-3998179?bi=1&ps=40" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Primrose low black heel</a></b>, a <b><a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/product/clothing-299047/tops-299061/short-sleeve-high-neck-top-4182574?bi=1&ps=200" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">short sleeve high neck top</a></b> and a cute <b><a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/product/accessories-299050/bags-3453610/white-jadore-slogan-clutch-4145916?bi=1&ps=40" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"J'adore" slogan clutch</a></b>. I also couldn't help but buy this <b><a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/en/msuk/product/clothing-299047/skirts-299062/button-through-a-line-skirt-4133647?bi=1&ps=40" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">button through A-line skirt</a></b>, which is so Seventies and perfect for Spring weather! <br />
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Last night I caught up with GIRLS. Although I'm still finding this season rather slow and dissatisfying, I am intrigued to find out where the whole Adam/Mimi Rose thing is going... I just love the show so much and find it so relatable - I wish the episodes were longer! Does anyone know of anything similar I could watch?<br />
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<a name='more'></a>Yesterday I spent the morning recovering from Friday night's fun before heading into Central London late afternoon for a spot of shopping. I also took back a pair of Zara trousers, which were lovely but I still hadn't worn them after two weeks so they clearly weren't right for me... I often find myself buying things I'd like to style with as opposed to actually wear; it's very annoying!<br /><br />
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Anyway, because I then felt like I should spend that £40 elsewhere, (it would've been rude not to), I decided to hunt around for some "basics" ready for the Spring months. You may have already seen on<a href="https://instagram.com/toni_fys" target="_blank"><b> instagram</b></a> that I bought a couple of tops and some new socks, but my favourite purchase of the day has to be this cute striped top - why am I so into stripes all of a sudden!? It was literally £12 or something, which is such a bargain and I can see myself wearing it loads with skinny jeans or culottes! You could also wear it with a necklace, skirt and heels for an evening look!<br />
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What's your most recent bargain buy and where do you shop for basics?<br />
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