Wishlist: Stuff I Don't Need that I can't accept yet.

Before I start this post, a quick apology to anyone who was offended by my last post. I still love your blogs, I was being honest when I meant that I just skim over runway images. Please don't hate, cos I'll just come back and smother you with my love until you forgive me.

It occurred to me that I haven't been shopping in a very long time. The last thing I bought myself was a chicken bake from Gregg's and that was merely a pick me up because I knew I couldn't buy that adorable peter pan collared top from Zara. I'l just assume that I've developed a sadistic need to look at all the pretty things I can't afford... and to then further torture myself by copying and pasting them into photoshop. I'm still paying off my store cards and trying to inch my way out of my four digit overdraft.. So far I've emptied and cancelled two of my cards and hope to get that final one all cleared out before I finish university. A tall order, BUT, I have budgeted it out for the next 4 months so that I can do it and still afford to eat meat.

I have been lusting after that skirt since I saw the shop assistant twirling around in it last may. Everyone has one and it's about time I invested in one as well. And with the jacket in the sale, the combined pair would get my free delivery.. It sounds perfect doesn't it? BUT WHO CAN AFFORD THEM?! Seriously, there is a reason why I always read the washing instructions on my American Apparel items, they're so bloody expensive I would be distraught if they were to shrink in our temperamental student washing machine. And I love those shoes, they're low in stock on the Asos website though, so I highly doubt I'll save up enough for them before everyone else gets to parade around in them...

I love leopard. I actually deeply considered paying the £87 quid for the Bertie boots a couple of months ago but was being pragmatic by waiting for the sales. Of course the sale comes and goes before I even bothered to check up on them and they were gone. I died a bit inside.
I don't think I like that bag anymore actually. And I've replaced the top with a gorgeous pair of leopard heeled flats. So this picture has essentially become obsolete in my wishlist extravaganza.

all from ebay - just search 'antler'

These, however, are seriously next on my to buy list. The only issue I have is that they suit the style of my university room... which I'm moving out of in a few months. My old bedroom, with matching four poster princess bed and butterfly fairy lights, doesn't really allow for protruding white antlers for me to hang my jewellery off of... Alas, twas not meant to be. I will definitely get that stag head though. And I shall name him Monsieur Dubois - after the lovely French chef from the 2001 documentary about Edwardian houses that I've become obsessed with on you tube...

Outfit post next?

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Outfit: New Jewellery and Such

I love blogging. I love technology and the innovative ways we seek to trivialise it's importance within out lives. However, twice a year and for several weeks at a time, I tend to turn my back on blogging and slowly crumple against my cold and peeling wallpaper. To everyone else, this short time is known as 'fashion week'. I have nothing against fashion week, per se, (ED Note: Actually, you love it. You are the sad person that buys the only Elle Collections copy every season) but my bloglovin' becomes overly saturated with the same images and the same collections over and over until all I want to do pop my eyes out and sigh with relief at the blackness. Therefore, dear readers, forgive me for this rant but understand that I will most certainly NOT be reposting catwalk images any time soon.

Jewellery: c/o of Accessories Direct

The lovely Accessories Direct contacted me a while ago about reviewing one of their products and I was lucky enough to be given this beautiful bangle set. It slotted quite perfectly into my collection already, having that sleek and clean style I like but with a little bit of an edge. The silver and copper bangles have that more authentic feel to them - I love the hammered texture you can see upon closer inspection. Needless to say, I am very much in love and grateful to the people over at AD.

jacket: topshop, top: topshop, shorts: vintage

I've been on the hunt for a white blazer ever since I clocked how hot Rachel Weisz looked in hers in an advert for something or other. Testament to her attractiveness that I can't remember what she was blathering on about. I believe she was hailing a taxi, if that jogs anyone else's memory. It was like love at first sight with this little baby, I glanced at it from across the room, It batted it's eyelashes and flirted with me from a distance - then I knew it had to be mine. The topshop gods agreed as large pink lettering plastered to the windows shouted at me that there was a %20 student discount. Lo and behold, a beautiful jacket that I cannot properly wear because it could still snow at any given moment. Isn't it pretty though?

I have two essay proposals due next week and it's stressing me out a tad. I'm not sure if it's that or my new diet that is making me miserable. I'm not good at dieting. I also went on a bit of food rampage after watching Gok Wan's troubled teens and decided that I was going to eat everything in sight because there are people out there that don't. Joke's on me now as I've had to go on a weekly detox from takeaways and deep fried cheese. I have yet to bring out the Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred... I can't handle her shouting at me again... It's like she is watching me and knows that I'm taking a break. And I KNOW it shouldn't be more more than 5 seconds but YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND JILLIAN. She says.. breaking down into sobbing tears...

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Outfit: Dirty Boyfriend Shirt and Spotty Pleated Skirt

It's friday night and I'm not chomping at the bit to watch Madonna on Graham Norton. I don't like her. No... that's harsh. I don't not like her, but I still don't like her. I'm not even indifferent. There is no words to describe my opinion of her. Oh no, and now I'm watching Newsnight and I don't have the willpower to sit through and listen to the disintegration of the eurozone and all our hopes and dreams are meaningless and what is the point because isn't the world ending in 2012? Although, the condoms that were thrust at my housemate during her checkup today say they expire in 2016. Perhaps when we are all cast into purgatory, we can all still engage in lewd activities to our hearts content. Maybe this is what went through Eve's head too - Ha Ha, Oh Eve... Ha Ha.

I took some webcam photos about 5 minutes ago. I found this old shirt at the bottom of a pile of my old clothes. I don't think it belongs to me, nor do I think it belonged previously to any girl of my acquaintance.. I need to stop stealing people's old stuff. I bought this skirt today in H&M - I love. It's spotty and swishy and reminded me of the jalouse video I posted about earlier. Instant love.

By the way, my legs are not lopsided. My bed is just a collection of blankets and cushions that I don't bother putting into any straight order so I just tend to strew myself over them all.

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Une Fille Comme Les Autres - Video & Screenshots

I can only apologize so many times for my absences. I actually have a couple of funny posts saved in my drafts that might appear when I get desperate. Anyone else interested in my live blogging from the Made In Chelsea Christmas Special? If so, yay! It's inevitable in my state of university panic! If not, boo! I'll put a photo of a kitten at the end so you don't feel too cheated.

Une Fille Comme Les Autres from Jalouse blog on Vimeo.

This video is supposedly going to go viral. Whoopee. I'm whirling my finger in the air, in case you're not stalking me through my window. This international sign for disinterest seems a bit harsh for my opinion of this video. In truth, I like it. I like the shallow and achingly clever/cool thing it has going on. I dislike how much hype and how much the internet is reacting to it. Therefore, I thought I would do everyone a favour and just screenshot my favourite outfits from the video - that's what we're really interested in, right? Just me? Okay :(

Now fly, my pretties! Fly to tumblr and repost to your heart's content!

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Outfit: Vintage Shearling Coats and Flares

coat: vintage, top: topshop, flares: free people

I'm cutting it close today. I refuse to fail in this self-imposed 'week of oufit' photo challenge. I do feel it would have been easier to do it on tumblr but alas, blogspot is where it at homies. Photos were hard to take today, I admit it. It was so cold - so, so, so cold! It's forecasted to snow tomorrow and I can feel that chill in the air. You know, that little nip? It's there. Looming over my head and cackling with every bracing wind. This coat is my little sanctuary. Last time I wore it on the blog, see here, the photos of my rings made the rounds on tumblr for a good month or so. Therefore, NO RING PHOTOS TODAY NOOBS. Tumblr makes me feel awkward. Awkward turle.

I'm typing this as my ghds warm up. There is a taxi booked in 58 minutes and counting, ready to drag my sorry behind to revs. I'm against this plan. It's cold. It's sunday. I have a 150 lined canto to translate before my 1:15 Italian class tomorrow. Nevertheless, bring on the winged eyeliner and dark lips! Claire shan't be pulling tonight methinks.

Unless the beautiful blonde boy would like to saunter into my life again. Hello, Mr. Karma? I'm waiting.

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Outfit: Barbours and Aran Knits Go Together like Shoo-Bop.

jacket: barbour, jumper: vintage, shoes: office, bag: asos

This was my great attempt at smiling today. I think it may have consequently become a half-smile/half-grimace but what an improvement on yesterday! Won't you agree? I was looking at these photos after I took them and a rather depressing thought popped into my head. Barbour and vintage knits? Faux undercuts and patent leather loafers? I think that I think I live in an Urban Outfitters campaign. Now, if only I had a nice bit of arm candy and a film photographer to document my every move as I frolic through an abandoned wood...

This is my new bag from ASOS. Snapped it up, along with a clutch, during last week's Savvy Sunday Sale. Such a bargain - and practical! I can fit my folders, books and laptop in there, all the while making sure it's not too heavy on my shoulder. I'm still searching for a vintage black leather bag but I refuse to settle for anything that isn't 100% real leather. It's surprisingly hard. I'm also considering buying a fox tail to hang off this bag; however, I've just started imagining it... Coupled with my heels and perched off my elbow? I wouldn't talk to me if I saw me. Oh god, no. Definitely not.

I'm writing this from the library. I'm pretty sure the boy sat opposite me was here last night too. I feel we should befriend each other. No one else dedicates their Friday and Saturday nights to work apart from us. Maybe this could be the start of something beautiful. Our children will be nerdy and watch pokemon. It's a shame that this boy hasn't raised his head yet... He's also blonde - not my type... Oh, no. He looked up. I lied - so very, very, my type. No, don't pack up. Don't leave!

Needless to say, he's gone. I'm sad.

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Outfit: Topshop Mohair Knit and Leather Shorts

knit: topshop, shirt: topshop, shorts: topshop, boots: topshop - I'm embarrassed for myself

I've been told several times that I have an attitude but have never truly believed it - until I caught an eyeful of these photos. Do I know how to smile? Was it really necessary to flip my own camera and readers the bird? Could I not have displayed my rings in a more ladylike manner? Do you like my rings by the way? They're all my latest DIY's. I'm waggling my fingers as I type - *ooh, the sparkles! Shimmery Loveliness!*. I'm still trying to get to grips with blogging again. These photos are a mess, I can't seem to work out the best length for my lens focus. Also... Is my house lopsided? I wouldn't put it past those shoddy 1950s builders. I feel like I'm about to slide down off my photos and dangle helplessly from the sidebar. Help! Help! The photos are crooked!

I spent my day in the library. Yes, this is what I wear to the library. The leather makes an uncomfortable squelch as I sit down. Sometimes I have to make this noise repeatedly to reassure the strangers around me that it's my shorts and not some unfortunate bowel movements.

This may only be my second day of consequtive outfit posts but I already feel boring. I would never generally photograph this outfit - black on black? Blah. Mohair against leather? Been there, Done that. I just feel so unoriginal... NEVERTHELESS, I shall stick out this daily outfit grind until the week is over. Just to prove that I can do it. And hopefully, hopefully, something funny will happen so I can provide you all with amusing anecdotes of my fabulous lifestyle. Did I mention that I made curry today? I am a rebel!

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Outfit: Inspired by Chloe Moretz in Hugo

beret: vintage, scarf: zara, coat: topshop, top: H&M, shoes: office

I realize that mirror photos are still the carnal sin of the blogging world but I've decided to endeavour to post more 'basic' outfits. Y'know, the outfits that I actually wear everyday. This could very easily blow back into my face very quickly. You'll quickly realize that I'm actually terribly boring and that I have no sense of style or fashion. Or you'll discover that I have too many shoes and that my daily life isn't interesting or noteworthy. Essentially, the cons to this plan far outweigh the pros but I'm committing.

I took these photos at what felt like the crack of dawn this morning. It was probably about 9AM but that might as well have been 6AM. I had to trek my way into the city centre to have an essay feedback tutorial with my tutor so I didn't see the point in looking nice. Massive coat, baggiest top and super-hair-covering beret. And no make up. If I don't wear makeup, I always slap on my glasses to complete the look. I have a look. I call it 'I'm a dirty lazy student, just be glad I show up' look.

I watched the trailer to Hugo the other day. How amazing does this film look? I love the actors and am particularly enamoured with Chloe Moretz. She was my inspiration for picking up this beret the other day. I love the 'french-girl-on-a-train' thing she has going on throughout the film. Have a gander at exhibit A and try and dispute me. Although, she looks a lot more chic... I bought this coat last year in the Topshop Xmas sale for £20. Absolute bargain.

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