Now dance like a dandelion, in the wind, on the hill, underneath the pines...

Paloma is wearing - Skirt + Blouse- Primark, Boots and Jumper - H&M, Headband - Accessorize, Earrings (worn on collar) River Island.

I am wearing - Dress - Primark, Blouse - New Look, Belt - Accessorize, Shoes - Office

Hey my lovelies,

It's so very nearly December and with the smell of cinnamon and spiced apple is already drifting through my house, yes, I've been baking. In this quick lil' post, we thought w'd both style a collar while layering up as many thermals an jumpers we could find. We both went for different looks, but both quite smart and cutesy. Paloma, although she hates ginger with a passion, popped some gingerbread stud earrings on her collar tips to give that 'waiting for Christmas' twist :)

I decided to go for a pinafore and 'old school' t-bar shoes, which remind me of my primary-school days.

With UCAS so very nearly done for me, it's becoming more and more real that i'll be going to university next year (fingers crossed). It's ridiculously exciting but such a daunting prospect and I really don't want to think about leaving my friends. Enough sadness though, I cant wait for this new chapter in our lives to start.

Before we're off we've got to go on a girls holiday! We're all planning on going to Benicassim Festival in Barcelona next summer, anyone got any plans...we know its horrifically far in advance, but it's cheaper this way and we can't retain our excitement.

Don't call it a fight, when you know it's a war...

The City - The 1975

Hello there my lovelies :)

How are we all? Paloma and I are goood and Paloma especially because she's off to Barcelona on the weekend! I'm so jealous and am considering hiding in her suitcase. A whole week without my best mate (we are inseparable) seems like ages and i'm not looking forward to finding things to do :/

One positive thing is that i can help her pack...outfit planning packing party :)

Anyone got any plans for summer??

Loads of love, Jess xxx

I am wearing - Blouse - New Look, Jumper - M&S, Skirt - H&M, Boots - Topshop

Paloma is wearing- Skirt + Blouse - Primark, Shoes - Topshop, 

And that Eureka moment hits you like a cop car...

Cough Cough- Everything Everything

Hey Guys,

How are you all in this chilly season?
This is just a quick post of what we wore for a day in Sixth Form life :) Paloma is styling a Peplum top, a major trend on the catwalks at the moment. A Peplum will attract attention to your waistline creating an hourglass and feminine silhouette. Definately an investment!
I am wearing a Purple skirt, purple is also a major trend this season :)

I am wearing: Blouse-Topshop, Cardigan-H&M, Skirt-Primark, Boots-Topshop, Tights-M&S 40D, Jacket (picture below) Republic.

Paloma is wearing: Peplum top-Primark, Jeans H&M, Bag-Primark, Shoes-TK Maxx.

Keep warm my lovelies :)

Jess xxx

But what could be more beautiful than a weekend in the rain?

Paloma is wearing: Shirt- Charity shop, Trousers- H&M, Shoes-Deichmann, Belt- ZARA
Jess is wearing: Dress- New Look, Tights- M&S, Boots- F&F, Leather Jacket- F&F

Friday Night- Spector

Hey everyone!

Yay! its Friday tomorrow, this week has been so tiring, and the weather doesn't help, but the weekend is in sight! Just a tiny post of the outfits that we wore yesterday in sixth form (note the smart trousers- its so strange not being allowed to wear jeans!)

This shirt is one of 'those' charity shop finds, and only £3, I was very happy that day, also great worn under jumpers because the collar detail is gorgeous!

Also we are now on instagram, would love if you could give us a follow, we are cositsthebeesknees :)

Big hugs, Paloma xxx

OOTD- Cause it's true, baby i'm howlin' for you...

'Howlin' For You' - The Black Keys

Hey everyone,

 

Sorry for the long break between  posts, we have both been lumbered with stacks of works and piles of essays, but we have a few posts lined up so keep checking the blog for more posts soon :)

 

Today, as a total coincidence, Paloma and I both worked the 'bun trend' and the 'collar trend', great minds think alike!

 

Top Tip for Buns:

-If you have thin hair, use a 'doughnut'/Bun Ring and wrap your hair around it.

-If you have thick hair, like both of us, put your hair into a high ponytail and twist your hair around the base of the pony, tie with a band, and pin in place, Voila :)

 

 

Paloma's outfit - Dress (worn under jumper) - Primark, Jumper- H&M, Tights- M&S, Wedges- Deichmann.

 

 

My Outfit- Jumper- H&M, Blouse (worn under jumper)- H&M, Studs-New Look, Leather Jacket- F&F, Trousers- New Look, Brogues- H&M.



DIY Peter Pan Embellished Collar

 

Hey Everyone!

 

As promised here is my tutorial for how to make a peter pan collar. I have always loved collars, they are one of the simpliest ways of updating any look, and they provide a perfect way in which to wear the same jumper a million different ways (haha giving that you have a million collars to pair it with of course!)

My favourite has to be the Peter Pan collar, because it gives any garment a 1960s inspired look, which for me has to be the best decade for fashion!

 

Embellishment is a key trend this season, and an embellished collar is an ideal way to sport the trend, without spending loads of money!

 

 After seeing this beautiful embellished collar from the new H&M autumn collection, I was inspired to have a go at trying to re-create my own. The collar costs £14.99, which due to its gorgeous attention to detail is a steal! However, due to its popularity it is sold out to buy online at the moment! So if you are desperate for a new collar, or if you don't have £15 to spend- like me- then have a go at making your own, using this tutorial :)

 

How to Make a Peter Pan embellished collar

 

 

What you will need:

•  stiff material- (interfacing or felt works well)
• Piece of fabric, eg, cotton (about 1/2 metre)
• Embellishment (optional) eg. Beads, sequins
• Scissors
• Needle, pins and thread
• Sewing Machine
• Pencil and paper

 

1)  Draw and cut out half a collar shape on a sheet of paper. To make this easier, trace around a collar from another garment.

2) Using the stencil, pin to your stiff material, on a fold.

3) Cut around the shape, so you end up with a collar shape which is joined at the top, but not at the bottom

4) Repeat this step, but this time with the other material. You should end up with two collar pieces which are of equal size.

 

5 &6 ) Now, get creative and sew on pearls, buttons, beads etc., to decorate the collar, giving it a more unique and vintage feel, or alternatively leave it plain.

 

7) Make sure that when hand sewing on embellishment you sew them on securely as otherwise they may fall off later!

8) Place both collars on top of eachother with right sides together.



 

9) Pin the two collars together and tack to secure.

 

10) Leaving a 4cm gap (so that you will be able to turn the collar the right way out), sew the collars together, using roughly a 3cm sem allowance on a sewing machine.

 

11) Once sewn, cut excess fabric, so that the collar turns out well!

 

12) Sew on a hook and eye to make the collar easyily detcatchable and turn the right way out.

 

13) Sew up the gap using small hand stitches

 

 

The finished collar :) looks great worn with large knits for autumn!

 

Are you liking the embellishment trend this autumn? What are your favourite A/W trends?

 

Lots of love, Paloma xxx