Red Autumn

Red lipstick can change a whole look entirely. Clashing against my pale skin, my lips stand out proud causing my smile to glow. Scraping my hair into a ponytail and assembling the red bandanna, I feel in some way I have made an effort with my hair today but on the other hand no effort at all. Pulling up my knee high socks, I feel like I have returned to my school days. Especially because higher up my legs is a wool blend tartan skirt, resembling that of a school uniform. To tone down the look, I slip my feet into a pair of chunky biker boots, making the outfit more tailored to me. To finish the outfit is accessorized with a red polka dot umbrella, red satchel and some 'Pat Butcher' earrings. 

With the tops of my legs feeling numb from the cold, I trot around the grounds-one minute a cool breeze blowing my fringe, the next a massive typically British gust almost breaking my umbrella. As a squirrel scurries up a tree, I think how fascinating it is that, that tree has probably outlived everyone in this area and will continue to outlive the next few generations. The leaves start making their descent from the tree, floating peacefully to the floor to join the others that are settled for the winter. The peaceful lake is disrupted by the quacking of a duck, due to my fear of these creatures, the scenery can not fully be appreciated by me. Walking on, I come to a walkway with my path sheltered by over grown trees.

This place would be so much more beautiful with a beaming sun and flawless blue sky but for today I have to accept the cloudy dullness of the sky. For once I have recycled some of last years items but the statement pieces are new- the skirt and the boots. It is an outfit based on red accessories, a stand out colour which is perfect leading up to Christmas. It is a colour that makes me feel really British. As the wind picks up, the weight of the earrings pull down on my ears. It is time to go home, get warm and replace my socks for some thick tights.

Boots, Top & Skirt- New Look

Red Bag- Accessorize

Knee High Socks- Matalan

Bandanna & Umbrella- Primark

Earrings- River Island 

Red Lipstick- Kate Moss #001 at Superdrug

Thank-you, 

Mollie Isabella 

xx

The Sun Is Our Biggest Traitor...

It's time to get ready for the beautiful crisp sound of the crunchy leaves under our boots. It is time to replace silk for wool. We need to appreciate the mustards and burgandys, the oranges and browns. The mist on the grass that makes us feel ever so fresh and the cold autumn air that burns our faces. It gives us the excuse to top our hot chocolate with extra marshmallows and cream. It gives us the excuse to stare out the window and watch the rainbow flowers turn green. Walking home under a shower of leaves with an ever quickening dark night. Wrap up warm, toasty.

When our mouths produce a cold misty flame that makes us think we are dragons. When our noses blush and our cheeks flush red and our ears tingle in the cold. The sun is our biggest traitor, it is far from the warmth it portrays. With the screams of the fair and the bang of the fireworks it's an ever so vocal season. The dilemma of whether to text or to keep your fingers warm. The spiky shell's of conkers are scattered across the floor, out hatched is a conker ready to win a conker war. Autumn is such a beautiful time, just think of the fashion that goes along side it. It's time to layer up and pile on the accessories-this is extremely exciting.

I love this outfit due to the different textures and beautiful platform boots. By keeping the outfit pretty much black, it meant that the pink bag and electric blue necklace really stood out. By adding a bowler hat I have given it a more unique look and the platform boots make it on season but also take the outfit away from a casual feel. I have taken a different approach with this blog by adding more pictures (which may I say, were so much fun to feature in) and I have gone down the more creative writing route. I hope you have enjoyed. 

Bag and Bowler Hat-Primark

Skirt-New Look

Jumper and Boots-River Island

Necklace- Wallis

Mollie Isabella

xx

It's nearly time to wake Greenday up.

Can you believe we're in September, I mean it's nearly time to wake Greenday up (oh god, that joke was awful!) Anyway, summer is coming to an end/already ended and this means we're moving into my favourite season for fashion-chunky scarves, chunky boots and chunky coats, oh yes everything CHUNKY.

Anyway I thought I would just fill you in with a couple of my more recent purchases (main purchases from August) that are items suitable for both now and the more chillier months (with the exception of layering up.)

The first item I have is this gorgeous black and deep mint patterned body-con dress.This is a dress that I feel is going to be perfect for the Christmas party season. With a slightly thicker material to your average body-con dress it is much more structured and can look very smart paired with some thick black tights and some chunky platform heels. Every detail is perfect- the unique pattern, slimming side panels and bold white outline of the neck and sleeves makes this a statement dress you need in your wardrobe. At only £30 from River Island, it is completely justifiable.

The second item is this gorgeous kaftan top from Primark priced at only £10. I saw it on the rail and was instantly drawn to the unique pattern and fringing, hoping that when I showed my boyfriend he would also agree that the item was perfection. Okay, the reaction I got was 'alright', it went something along the lines of, "Well although you look like Aladdin's carpet, I actually quite like it!" So that was all it took to persuade me and I have worn it so much, paired with jeans and whatever shoes to fit the mood of the event. There was also another version but I really loved the warm pinks and reds of this one.

The third item is also from Primark. I have been wanting a new clutch bag for ages due to my favourite one getting ruined on nights out due to the cow leather material that it was made from. I wanted a clutch bag in a colour that would stand out against all my clothes and this little pastel yellow one with gold detailing was ideal. It is a brilliant size and has a pocket inside perfect for your money and house key! This was only £6, oh yes!

Okay, please brace yourself for the next item. Here I present to you a gift from the heavens. An item that seems to be crafted by someone who see's perfection the way that I do. These gorgeous peep toe, chunky boot like heels are the comfiest shoes I have EVER worn on a night out. Once I returned home, instead of pulling them off and releasing my feet, I kept them on until I went to bed. They are stunning to look at, stunning to wear and have the grunge feel that I love when it comes to footwear. Oh thank-you New Look for these beauties, I am in love. At only £29.99 I treated myself and I am very proud of my purchase.

The final item wasn't purchased by me but instead by my parents as a reward for my exam results. It is this gorgeous bag in grey, black and yellow-perfect colours for the upcoming season. With the clashing of yellow and grey and the herringbone print down one side it looks extremely sophisticated and completes an outfit. I was drawn to it firstly due to the stand out yellow but there are so many positive elements to it. Okay, it isn't the biggest of bags but it fits the essentials in, the strap is lovely and thick making it more comfortable when carrying heavier items in it, the colours match the rest of my wardrobe (the monochrome element anyway), there are the different compartments necessary (pen holder, pockets etc) and the bag is split in two meaning things can be organised better. This bag was £40 from River Island.

So that is it for another 'mini haul' type blog. Hopefully now that my holidays are over and I have started my new job, blogging will become more frequent. I hope you are enjoying Mollie Isabella and love the pieces I purchase. If you have any suggestion of a blog, then please feel free to comment below.

Many Thanks, 

Mollie Isabella x

Girl in Gingham

I opened up the photo album and was met with a musty smell, an old, worn out kind of smell but homely at the same time. Displayed neatly across the pages were black and white photos of my Nan wearing some amazing outfits. Boxed dresses, silky shirt and skirt combinations, not one hair out of place hair styles and amazing thick rimmed glasses. I couldn't quite believe how sophisticated, smart and chic my Nan looked in every photo.

It was clear to see that watching women in Hollywood films definitely inspired my Nan. There was a metallic skirt which looked super shiny. The ever so fashionable high waisted bikini on the beach paired with platform sandals. And the most classic of them all- a box dress, small heel and beehive combination that summed up the swinging 60's. I so wish that my Nan had kept all her clothes as it would mean that I could dress in the actual classics as opposed to a new updated version.

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However my brown eyes sourced out a gorgeous box dress in my all time favourite River Island within the Chelsea Girl section. I flicked through the rail until I stumbled across a black and white gingham box dress with velvet detail. It ticked all the boxes (no I didn't need it but yes I wanted it!) So I went out on a little shoot and paired the dress with my beautiful white small heels and a beige and burgundy cute handbag-Here are the results. 

I absolutely love everything about this dress and it is something that can be worn in both the summer and the winter. I'm thinking of adding some chunky thick tights, boots and a long sleeve underneath for more cooler days but for now I'll enjoy wearing it bare legged with a sandal type shoe.

Would love to know what you think of it, please comment below!

Dress- From River Island
Shoes and Earrings from Primark
Choker-New Look
Bag- Camden Market

Thank-you for reading, 

Mollie Isabella 

x

Holiday Haul

I've been on a bit of a spending spree and this time I managed to remain focused, purchasing items for my holiday. I didn't want to spend lots of money, so I have shopped for some bargains. VOILÀ, here you go-lots of holiday bits in my Holiday Haul.

To start off with we have my items from H & M- I am extremely impressed with their summer collection this year and their prices just seem to be getting cheaper, hence why nearly all my summer suitcase items are from there. 

Item 1

Here are some cute high waisted denim shorts in a light wash denim. The detailing is so simplistic they go with anything. They're stretchy, comfortable and a massive essential for the summer. I have wanted a pair of denim shorts for ages but didn't want to spend too much on them, these were perfect-coming it at only £12.99! They also come in a grey wash colour. Find them here.

Item's 2 & 3

I am a sucker for H & M's basic range because the prices, when on a budget, are amazing. I wanted some cover ups for the beach and around the pool and these two were perfect. I fell in love with the bright orange because I thought the colour would look gorgeous in the bright sunshine and the leopard print would work for both the beach but also tucked into a skirt or some shorts. At only £3.99 each you just can't say no! Find them here.

Item 4

Again another basic range item. This simple grey cami crop top will go with so many items so it was completely essential. It comes it at only £1.99 and I would have stocked up on the other colours but they had none in my size. The burgundy one is on my list of must haves.Unfortunately I can't find the link but this takes you to the basic tops.  

Item 5

I fell in love with these shorts and panicked when I couldn't find my size but luckily I found another pile. They're a stretchy denim making them very comfortable, with the zip detailing being on the side. Admittedly they are quite short (not quite bum revealing though). I just loved the colours of the flowers- they seemed quite different. They were only £7.99 and come in a variety of colours. Find them here

Item 6

I have always loved this royal blue colour because it compliments my pale skin really well and the shape of this crop top really stood out for me. The length isn't too short and I love the width of the straps. Yet again it is from the basic range-coming in at only £3.99!Unfortunately I can't find a link but this takes you to the basic range

Item 7

Okay, I retuned to my childhood with this item-a bubble gum pink top splattered in black unicorns. Cute right? Again it is another crop top but they're just perfect for the heat abroad. The sleeves are cut low meaning this top is more of a loose fit than a tight one. At only £3.99 I had to have it. Have no idea why I can't find things on the site-here's a link to other crop tops

Item 8

I am never really one for a tropical print but I loved the monochrome twist that this one has. The material is slightly thicker and more of a denim feel compared to the standard pencil skirts you can get, meaning it is much more structured. However the sizing's are awful. I am a size 8/10 but had to purchase this in a size 14. I have no issue with that though, I'm just glad I managed to get one! It was only £7.99. Other colours appear online here

Item 9

I love denim and wanted to start venturing out and wearing something other than just denim on my bottom half. This is a lovely soft denim material and I loved the fact it was short sleeved. It is cropped and looks lovely with patterned skirts. I have worn this the most so far! It was only £12.99 so I snapped it up instantly. Am I just not understanding the site? I can't find it!!!

Okay so that's it from H & M, gosh this is a long blog but that was the main bulk of things. 

Now to move onto my favourite all time bargain store- Primark! After stocking up on my monochrome items (check out my previous post), this time I entered with a sensible head-holiday shopping ONLY. 

Item 10

I saw these and had the will power to leave them until I returned to Primark and realised I actually couldn't leave them behind. I love the flower detailing and the aviator shape-classic and pretty! At only £3.00 I just had to get them and they came with a free case! Primark seriously needs a proper website

Item 11

HOW CUTE IS THIS TOP? Again I got this as a cover up on the beach. I thought the colours would look amazing in the sunshine by the pool or on the beach and who could ask for better characters on the front of their top? It also came in a Little Mermaid version. At only £6.00, go on, return to your childhood. Primark

 Item 12

After searching far and wide for a kimono that was affordable and pretty, I finally found one in Primark. It is by far the best one I have tried on. The length was perfect, the colours nice and summary and the fringing wasn't too long so it looks smart as well as casual. At only £13, I couldn't believe it! I was in such a rush I didn't see if they had any other colours but I will be returning to investigate. I love Primark

Item 13

This black and white polka dot bikini provides both tummy control and under wire at such an affordable cost. Usually you have to invest in something with so much support but Primark have blessed us with this bargain. It has a strap that can be worn two ways- halter-neck or around the back for extra detailing. It is super flattering, I can't wait to wear it. At only £13 it's an amazing price! Available in other colours too

So that is it from Primark and we are down to my two final items. 

Item 14

This hat is from River Island and caught my eye instantly. This summer I thought I wanted a floppy hat, however I couldn't find one to suit me or one that I felt comfortable in. I found this summer bowler hat which is a perfect size! I don't have the confidence to wear hats normally but I have fallen in love with this simplistic creation. It was slightly above what I wanted to pay coming in at £15 but it will protect my head abroad-good justification hey! River Island have got some gorgeous hats this summer!

Item 15

The final item from my Holiday Haul is this ever so scrumptious swimming costume from Forever 21. I always find some gorgeous items in there and this costume definitely caught my eye. The colours are fab, the pattern is delicious and I can't wait to take some colourful summer pictures in it. It doesn't provide support- so this is strictly a sunbathing piece but it was so bold and I knew it was needed. At only £9.99 it's a must have. I did buy it at the start of summer so I don't know if it will still be in stock, if not there are other variations! Find Forever 21's swimwear here

And Ta Da that's my Holiday Haul complete! There are some brilliant pieces with some even better prices and I can't wait to test it all out in the sunshine. 

Thank-you for reading, 

Mollie Isabella