OOTD: Feeling Fabulous In Floral

Top: Some brand on ASOS, Skirt: New Look, Shoes: ASOS, Bag: Carvela Kurt Geiger, Necklace: Miss Selfridge, Ring: ASOS, Earrings: C/O Orelia 

Just as a little side note: I've started getting back on track with my fitness a lot recently and with that I've started feeling more confident. I hadn't even noticed any change in myself until I started taking OOTD photos. When downloading these (and a few terrible other) photos I noticed how my legs have started toning up again - I mean just look at dem calf muscles; especially the leg at the back in the first photo!! 

Anyway on with the post! 

I don't know what it is, but this summer I've really been into wearing skirts. They aren't something I tend to buy, but I have lost count with the amount I've bought this year! I've gone from having 0 to about 7 haha! I only bought this one from New Look the other week and I am absolutely in love with it! It's made from a lovely light jersey like material, and has an elasticated waist so it is super comfy -meaning it's perfect for this uncomfortably humid weather we've been having here in the UK. It has a gorgeous floral print on it, and as I'm sure you all know - I'm a sucker for anything floral. 

When putting together my outfit, I came to realise that I do not own a plain white t-shirt! I have a black one (pictured), a pink one, a black one and yet another black one! So that has made it's way onto my giant wish list of clothes! This one is just a cheap one from a brand on ASOS but it is sooo comfy! If I can remember what brand it is (the label fell out ha) I will definitely be buying from them again! 

I paired my outfit with my beloved Carvela by Kurt Geiger bag which I use most of the time when I go out. It's just big enough to fit my phone, my keys, a purse and a lipstick in - basically all the essentials without all the excess baggage! Plus I thought it went nicely with the colours in my skirt! I opted for my ASOS sliders as they are sooooo comfy and I was only going out for a meal, so nobody would see my feet under the table and comfort is key! I accessorised with some dainty little pieces (my fave!): my ring, which is a fairly recent purchase from ASOS, my earrings (the gold star ones seen here) which were kindly sent to me from Orelia and my necklace that I bought last summer from Miss Selfridge! 

Thank you for reading lovelies!

Love Charlotte x

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10 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self

If you could go back in time and have a talk with a younger version of yourself, what would you say? Would you tell them what or what not to do? What's going to happen in the future? Or would you just tell them to carry on as they are? If I got to sit down with a younger version of myself, I think I would tell her to carry on as she is. She turns out all right and her experiences (even the bad ones) shape her into the strong, independent young woman she is today. I would however offer a few tips as I know she doesn't like big surprises!

1. First up, I'd tell her to bin the Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse and move onto liquid foundations as soon as possible. I know that's a bit cliché, but I don't think I realised how bad it was for my skin. At the time I thought it was the 'bees knees' and used it for years. 

2. A lot of people will tell you that you aren't good enough, that you can't do can't do something. And each and every time you will prove them all wrong. Like when your head of year in sixth form will say 'You won't be able to get into university as your grades won't be good enough', then you work your ass off and get offers from some of the best universities in the UK. 

3. I know it seems cool to have everyone and their pet cat as friends on Facebook, but when you delete them in 2012 you will feel so much happier with yourself. All the judge people will just slip away into the background and after a while you won't even remember them. 

4. When you know who questions why you like to wear cute dresses all the time, don't get upset and revert to wearing jeans and leggings all the time. Flaunt your dresses, it will save you a lot of self confidence issues in your late teens. #hatersgonnahate

5. At some point around your 16th birthday, the majority of your so called 'best friends' will stop talking to you for no apparent reason. This will hurt at first and to be completely honest it will bug you for years why they did it. But you need to learn that you are going to lose people, get your heart broken, feel alone and depressed sometimes. And remember, for every bad thing that happens, there is a good thing just waiting around the corner and from this you will develop some of the best friendships that you could ever dream of having. 

6. Your first year of university won't be all that you expected. You won't get on with your flat mates or many other people for that matter, and you'll feel lonely a lot of the time. But don't drop out because you will develop a whole new level of independence and you will finish your first year a much better person. And remember, you have the bestest friends back home to run to if things go wrong. 

7. Your blue mascara should go in the bin right now. In fact, don't even waste your money on it. It will NEVER look good on you. End of.

8. You can't please everyone so don't even bother trying. Just do what ever the hell you want when you want. Please yourself!

9. Never grow up - it's a trap. I know getting older gives you more responsibility. But there comes a point where you have so much responsibility you can't cope. Theres bills, student loans, rent, feeding yourself all sorts. Nobody told you that when you dreamed of being an adult so you could eat what you want and decide on your own bedtime. 

10. And finally, don't get on at your mum so much. She works hard to support you and all you do is get on at her. Tell her you love her more often and help out once in a while. 

What would you say to yourself if you had the chance?

Thanks for reading!

Love Charlotte x
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Interiors: Dreamy Workspaces

(Images sourced via Pinterest)

Over the last couple of weeks I've really been getting into using Pinterest. I've had an account for years but never really understood the hype - now I use it for everything! One thing I've been using it for is for crushing on peoples houses and interior designs (like the ones pictured above), so when WeWork got in touch to ask if I'd like to share my dream workspace with you all, I was happy to get involved!

At the moment, I don't have a workspace or even a desk for that matter. I've just moved out of my first year university accommodation and decided I wanted to commute for the next year just to see how it goes. But this means that I've been left without a desk! Although at some point over the next few years, I'd really like to get my own flat/house and decorate it - and in order to this I've been seeking some inspiration.

I'm a true fan of simple, minimalistic style in all it's forms (from fashion to decor) and I love to stay organised so having plenty of storage is key. If I were to decorate my dream office, it would be painted in a nice neutral colour and offset with white furniture and plenty of accessories. My desk would be white with a complimentary chair in the same colour. My laptop or computer would be the main feature on my desk and around it I would fill my space with plants and flowers, trinkets, a cute lamp and simple art prints. Depending on the amount of space available, I would put up a few floating shelves to create extra storage and use them to prop up photos of friends and family. 

Out of interest, how would you decorate your dream office?

Thanks for reading!

Love Charlotte x
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