Friday 13 July 2012

Working Girl - Intern shopping spree.

I have been off uni since early June que me embracing slob life after working hard for exams however I always love the idea of a stress free summer then end up getting really really bored. So luckily I have the opportunity to intern for a few weeks at a magazine publishing company which is rather exciting. However since being at uni my wardrobe has started to consist of mainly casual clothes and I cannot rock up in crop tops/ stupidly short denim levi's etc. I'm a working woman now I need to get my smart on. Having said this I interned there last summer for 3 month and at their sister company the summer before and the dress code is pretty laid back for an office but still I feel it's probably for the best that my chest and arse remained covered at all times. After numerous trips to Milton Keynes I found NOTHING que a slight breakdown and a genuine moment considering whether I could just rock up to work in my birthday suit (JOKING I would get arrested). So my mum and I hopped in the car and off we drove to Birmingham and boy did it not disappoint.

 

First off is this skater skirt from Oasis of all places, genuinely don't think I've bought anything from there possibly ever. But I walked past and this pleather skater skirt caught my eye and I had to have a nose as I missed out on the H and M one from a few months ago. I tried it on and bam it was perfect, honestly the most flattering skirt in the world and is a nice length so won't be exposing myself when I bend over which is always a win. Worn with studded collar shirts, slouchy tees or floral blouses I can tell this skirt is going to be my go to piece all winter not just for work.



Next up is All Saints. If you have read my Oh Gatsby post you may recognise this bad boy. I have lusted after All Saints sequinned skirts for as long as I can remember so just had to pick one up as it was so discounted. It looks equally good with slouchy tees in black or neutral tones as well as knitwear, tights and boots. 


I also found this blouse for £32 quid down from around £60. I love the details; the frills, the buttons, the neckline. I just could't help myself as I haven't seen anything like it before.  However I do feel I look a bit like a beautician in it but hey.



Next up I hit Urban Outfitters. I am also cursed when it comes to denim jackets I.loose.them.every.year so had to pick up a new one after loosing my third one in three years. I bought it over sized so it looks sort of 80's, my boyfriend says it looks like something Kelly would have worn in Saved by the Bell which is I personally think is a good thing.

 

I've been loving neons for a while so when I found this neon yellow Cheap Monday t-shirt I decided I needed in my life. I love the shape of it, it drapes beautifully and it looks A-mazing with my Oasis skirt.

   

My obsession with The Kooples has been a long one and with a 50% sale I couldnt not pick up a few bits. This stag print shirt with neck tie I have had my eye on since it first came into store so with 50% off i new i was taking this bad boy home. 

   


This knit jumper looks beautiful with the All Saints skirt and I love the stone colour, it's also the most flattering shape known to man.


Toppers is my go to place every winter for a pair of boots. I chose the Ambush boots over the Allegra's last year however they are looking extremely tatty so when I saw this season Allegra's called the Alexy's I couldn't leave them!



I have been looking for a gold chunky knecklace for months and finally spotted this beauty in Selfridges in their Go Go Philip range for a very reasonable £15. Boom.


So that'a what I picket up on my shopping spree, I just needed a few key pieces that smartened up my wardrobe and overall am very satisfied with my buys. However me being me I definitely am thinking my work wardrobe won't be complete until I bag myself a camouflage jacket and an embellished gap-yah jacket and perhaps some jacquard skirt.... I think I need help.


Kathryn x

39 comments:

  1. Your sense of style is impeccable! I love the beaded skirt, your boots are also stunning! To be honest i love all of these pieces. I cant wait to see you style them!
    Anna

    http://opshopaholic.blogspot.co.nz/

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    1. Nawww thanks so much! I cannot wait to wear them but am saving them til I start work :)

      Kathryn x

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  2. I work in All Saints and I'm constantly lusting after the embellished skirts too! It's becoming more tempting to get one because I saw this photo and I was like holy shit could she look any cooler?!

    http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?num=10&hl=en&biw=1680&bih=946&tbm=isch&tbnid=bgYAIvvt14ZDTM:&imgrefurl=http://www.polyvore.com/sheryl_crow_style_fashion_allsaints/thing%3Fid%3D36557341&docid=hS54DA-yEWni-M&imgurl=http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing%253F.out%253Djpg%2526size%253Dl%2526tid%253D36557341&w=300&h=300&ei=dgMAUPyxBujB0QXQg_SZBw&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=1308&vpy=134&dur=987&hovh=225&hovw=225&tx=83&ty=131&sig=111513086144362526602&page=1&tbnh=134&tbnw=134&start=0&ndsp=49&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0,i:94

    lol such a long link, sorry!

    I love the black shirt too, I got a similar one but with a v neck and lots of ruffles. I love seeing people enjoy the clothes! :) good luck with your internship xxx

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    1. I'M SO JEALOUS THAT YOU WORK THERE! Your staff discount must be seriously useful! Love the photo too, your right she looks so cool!

      Kathryn x

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    2. Sorry, just saw that you replied to this, Blogger needs to tell you whether someone replies! Haha well I'm pretty jealous of you with your lush skirt! We have so much new season stuff coming in now, goodbye wages...
      I'm going to do some outfit posts when I get round to buying a few more things there so keep a look out :) xx

      love your blog by the way, I always get a bit excited when I see you've updated!

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  3. So cool you've got an internship lined up! I'm at exactly the same stage in the uni holidays- appeal of sitting around doing nothing is waring off! You've got some great outfits to wear, especially love the Gatsby-esque All Saints skirt! I'm so excited for when Great Gatsby comes out later in the year :) xx

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    1. It really does wear off doesn't it! Naww thanks I'm really excited to wear it and I'm also going to love life when Gatsby is released!

      Kathryn x

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  4. <<333 the denim acid washed jacket! I'm also looking for an internship, getting bored of lazing around the house haha!

    fashionnsleeps.blogspot.com

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    1. They are such a mission to find aren't they!! Thanks I've worn it to death already!

      Kathryn x

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  5. I love the pieces you got! My favorite is definitely the All Saints skirt! It is so pretty!

    I nominated you for the Liebster Award on my blog! :)

    xo, Pareasa

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    1. The skirt is defs a winner and with 40 quid off I couldn't leave it in the shop haha! Thanks so much for the nomination!

      Kathryn x

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  6. I want all those things! I need a major shopping spree like this!

    http://golddustk.blogspot.co.uk/

    xx

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    1. It was def's overdue my wardrobe was looking very dull!

      Kathryn x

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  7. Oh what a gorgeous shopping spree! I love that leather skirt and those boots, also really loving your blog and now following :) xxx

    www.megsbudgetboutique.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks for following lovely! The leather skirt is a total find and Oasis are doing a special new season promotion where they give you a random card as you walk in and you get 10%, 15% or 20% off all new season stock so I managed to get 15% off this bad boy!

      Kathryn x

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  8. I love everything you bought :) x

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  9. What an amazing haul!
    You'll definitely look the part in all these gorgeous pieces.
    We especially love the boots and the Kooples knit.

    Cool blog, we are new followers!
    JS xx

    http://januarysublime.com

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  10. Love, love, LOVE all your purchases! xo

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    1. naww thanks glad you like them :)

      Kathryn x

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  11. You got some great buys! Love the booties and the denim jacket!

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    1. Thanks, the denim jacket has been work to death already!

      Kathryn x

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  12. KOOPLES BLOUSE!!!! I am heading to the liverpool store and I am bagging that beauty!!! Oh my god. In love! Well done on your buys, and I hope you enjoy your interning. I bet that's quite a lot of fun. I'm starting a new job soon so can't wait to buy lovely office wear :) X

    prettyprettypenny.blogspot.com

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    1. It's 50 percent off go woman goo! It's going well thanks :) haha ooo thats so exciting! The new wardrobe is defs the best bit about working ahaha

      Kathryn x

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  13. love these pieces. congrats on your internship, i'm sure you're having a blast. great blog <3

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  14. aaahhh, i love all the things you got! especially the bright yellow shirt. :D

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  15. in LOVE LOVE LOVE with all of this stuff! Have a great weekend xo

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  16. Congrats on your internship!that All Saints skirt is so popular, it's actually so beautiful, definitely need one in my life. <3

    Vanese
    http://vanzthemachinee.blogspot.co.uk/
    x

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  17. Nothing better than a pair of boots from Topshop. Gorgeous blog! xx

    http://laurenjadem.blogspot.co.uk

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  18. Love your blog :) looking forward to now following you and reading all your posts :)
    Good luck on your internship!
    If you have a spare moment, check out mine at www.agirlcalledandrea.blogspot.co.uk ?!

    xoxo

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  19. love the clothing items there all so cute
    http://makeupbyelysa.blogspot.co.uk/

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  20. That sequin skirt is unreal!
    Love it!

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  21. Absolutely love the Alexys! x

    Currently hosting a GIVEAWAY on my blog for a pair of GALAXY PRINT LEGGINGS if you fancy a chance of winning!
    http://laurenjadem.blogspot.co.uk

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  22. Love these items! I recently nominated you for a Liebster award. Check out my blog for other nominations and the questions :)

    www.Emc-Dot.Blogspot.co.uk

    X

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  23. I love the pictures and the back ground, love these itmes..
    I just start a new blog I would love if you can visit, and if you give me a chance to see more of my post in the future by choosing to follow me I promise to follow you immediately* can't wait for you to be part of my new subscribers waiting on your visit xoxo
    http://closet2fashion.blogspot.com

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  24. i need that stag shirt in my life!
    i do bits and bobs at a solicitors and this would be so perfect. is t still 5% off?!
    laura x
    http://ilikecrayonsxo.blogspot.co.uk/

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  25. Wow all of these pieces are absolutely lovely! I espically love those boots and I already have that gorgeous necklace!!
    just joined blogger and randomly found myself on your blog, love it am definitely going to follow!!! Feel free to check out my feeble first attempt!! http://mimsmake-up.blogspot.co.uk xxx

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  26. Hello Dear! I like your blog so much! Would you like to follow each other? :)

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