Summer Loving

Yellow- Zara
Floral Blazer - Zara
Black Levi Shorts- Urban Oufitters
Chanel 'Chance' Perfume - Debenhams
Ballet Pumps - Pull and Bear

17 days. Just 17 little days until my getaway to Portugal. British weather has done us all proud these last few weeks or so with an almost constant heatwave but it's not quite the same as staying in a country where the locals can actually deal with the non stop humidity and high pollen count. It feels almost strange that we seem to be having a real Summer this year - touches wood to prevent jinxing - but I'm certainly not complaining!

This little outfit is what I would wear during the day, with the simple but eye-catching vest top from Zara brightening up the classic cut off Levi shorts. Ballet pumps in this nude colour are comfortable, easy to pack and go with pretty much every holiday outfit - a suitcase must have. The floral blazer adds a smarter touch taking it from day time to dinner appropriate.

Chanel 'Chance' is my absolute favourite perfume and with only a few droplets left it will most certainly be re-purchased this coming weekend. I wear it all year round but it is definitely a summery romantic scent with fresh floral tones. Just lovely.

I think this is a perfect simple Summer outfit and can be recycled by adding jeans when we reach those Autumn days. A smart but easy to wear ensemble ideal for this lovely weather!

Bimbling in Barcelona

After inter-railing around the major cities in Europe last summer I definitely have the travel bug. This year, due to lack of money and my job, a month's long trip was not possible sadly, but my friend and I decided to visit Barcelona for a long weekend away. It was one of the cities we wanted to do on our travels but never managed to so it was the perfect excuse.

A fair few people I know had already been and told me what I must see and do, how beautiful the city is and that the weather would be lovely. Oh and also, there are thieves everywhere!  A little handbag was needed, one with many compartments for the necessities such as camera, purse, and obviously room for tacky souvenirs you (and your family at home) really do not need. This neon yellow Zara bag works well with the plain shorts and tee combo, adding a kick of colour to an otherwise simple outfit. It wouldn't look out of place in the guaranteed Barcelona sunshine either. 

A simple shift dress is definitely a key piece and fits so easily in your hand luggage (should you be on a budget like we will be!). Keeping cool and airy is a must when travelling on the metro and walking around the busy streets so the shape is perfect and the pattern is quirky in a fitting summer colour. 

Loose cami tops are my new go-to's as they go with everything and can be worn day or night. This black one is ideal for dinner on a warm night and teamed with this fun structured stripe skirt it adds a smart edge. Topshop and River Island do them in a wide-range of colours and in cropped lengths too.

I can't wait for Barcelona now! Now a question of how I'm going to zip up my over-filling suitcase. Wish me luck!