Product Review: BlackMilk Clothing

Good morning to you my dear dear readers! Today I'll be showing you my BlackMilk Clothing stained glass leggings.

Let's Begin!

These are probably the most expensive leggings I've ever bought! In the area of $70 they cost a bomb and at the time I bought them (when I was two stone heavier than I am now) they were not exactly the comfiest pair. Fast forward over a year later and I'm two stone lighter and they're snugness has changed dramatically.

Back when I bought them I was a size UK 14. In britain medium size usually would fit me so thought that a medium size would be fine. Oh how wrong I was! They were uncomfortably tight and every time I tried to sit down I kept thinking they would rip. The faces on the leggings were stretched to their limit, they looked very unflattering.

I am currently a size UK 10 and now they fit perfectly, so in terms of working out your size when it comes to BlackMilk Clothing better purchase a size bigger than you usually would.

The instructions on the leggings say that you should hand wash only. Do not soak or bleach. Do not tumble dry and do not iron!!

I usually pair these leggings with a long black top and some black boots. Like every other pair of leggings I have they're very bold and not much can go with them outfit wise.

There is no denying the fact that these are a bold pair of leggings. I do get a few weird looks when I venture out in them but hey ho, if you feel confident in a garment, wear it regardless of what others might think.

And with that I shall leave on a positive note! Enjoy your week dear readers! xx

London: Day 1

Officially on my way to London. No one can be more excited as I am. I'm leaving at just the right time since the NATO Summit's luncheon is taking place in Cardiff and they're police everywhere and also work is introducing a new lunch menu which will not be popular. Anywhooo, I shall write these articles as a diary to make it slightly more interesting to you my lovely readers.

09:21 - On the megabus and leaving the centre. It's peaceful and tranquil on the bus, everyone is plugged in. Only problem is I'm already desperate for the toilet (I hope we have a break inbetween)

For at least an hour I'm dozing in and out of consciousness on the bus, probably missing some beautiful views of England such as old country villages. 

The above is how I imagine London to be. The views that I pass are beautiful, certainly the most gorgeous views unfortunately the driver is too quick for me to snap anything significant, just one or two imagery. This is the  London I know, the London I'm aware of, the London I'm used to. My friend lives on the outskirts of London so this trip shall be a different experience of London all together, I'm getting too excited to see her.

13:05 - I just passed Harrods. I've only been in once and that was with Girl Guides. So I will have to go in there too, however if I can't this time there is always next time.

 Officially on the tube with my friend and her partner, on our way to my home for the next three nights. We have to change halfway and get on another train but luckily it's not rush hour. Really need to get used to the metro if I'm to survive London living. 

After we reach out destination and we finally get settled we decide to head to Camden for some shopping and food. I've never been to Camden before so I'm quite excited. 

We arrive after a 15 minute train journey and I'm blown away by Camden already. So many punk shops! So many unique shops! And everything is so cheap!

There is a part of Camden that is just  food stalls, far as the eye can see:- falafel stands, noodle stands, burger, pizza, Indian you name it they have it. I opted for the noodle.

Did I make a purchase while in Camden? Whyyyy yes I did. But that will be for another article. My friend and her other half bought their first house purchase as a couple too, look how excited and happy they are. 

There is one shop you definitely have to visit when in Camden and that is Cyberdog. It's one big massive rave in there, I'm not saying much more but trust me, you will not be disappointed by it however no pictures inside, I learnt that the hard way and security will be quite rude about it too, even when you apologise profusely.

All in all today has been a great day, didn't make many purchases but oh well  tomorrow for some vintage gaff! And maybe (hopefully Chinatown). 

Product Review: Marks and Spencers Jumper

Another day, another article, another product, and this product comes from Marks and Spencers Limited Collection.

The first thing that caught my eye about this outfit was the colour and the pattern. Very pretty but not too over the top. 

The material is also lovely and it's so soft inside. This is perfect for Autumn/Winter but it's definitely not a summer top. It'll be way too warm.

The product shape is cropped but it doesn't show too much stomach. It shows just enough. Black trousers is what I would team with this jumper. I don't want anything to clash with it and I really don't want to draw attention away from it either. It's also a regular fit top and composed of 42% viscose, 24% polyamide, 17% cotton (inside the jumper) and 12% acrylic.

I have only one qualm with this cropped shirt: it makes my shoulders look incredibly big. 

I have incredibly boney shoulders so they give the wrong impression. It's also not very flattering for my figure either. I'm a small/medium hourglass and this crop top is quite baggy.

So baggy size + bulky shoulders = not the best of looks, however maybe with one or two tweaks I can make it work.

The top cost £39.50 and can be found on http://www.marksandspencer.com

The link will take you straight to the Limited Collection.

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