No Internet, No Phone, No contact...No Life?

So my 5 weeks out in the Philippines has come to an end and I am now back in my home in England. As you may have noticed, I haven't blogged due to a lack of internet connection and phone for the whole 5 weeks. I have experienced all sides to the Philippines this year from seeing the poor and impoverish to the insides of some beautiful hotels and seaside escapes. Thank the lovely British weather for a temperature which is withstand-able; after the sticky and humid temperature of the Philippines, I am glad to be feeling clean and fresh. I also thank England for having no cockroaches, very few rodents and for having hot running water with the best showers.

Every time I return from the Philippines, I come back with a fresh perspective on life. Everything I take for advantage is now a luxury which I see that many, many people around the world have to live without everyday. I am so lucky to have been born in a wealthy, western society where I do not have to experience the problems and issues which come with living in a third world country. However, despite these issues, there are so many positives to life in the Philippines. There are countless amounts of people who live without the pressures of the extremely competitive work industry which dominates our society. Instead, Philippino people live as each day comes with the sun shining everyday, getting up late, having midday naps and not worrying about making 'to-do lists' with pointless, never-ending tasks.

Having no internet access for weeks has allowed me to disconnect from the outside world. I have no idea about what has been happening outside of my own little bubble, and as terrible as that sounds that now I have to play catch up on the news and life, I felt the relief and satisfaction of being completely trouble free...besides a few insects and rodents every now and then. But it does bring to mind how dependent we are on technology and being connected with the world. We are all globalized with the internet and I question how much technology I should bring into my own life. Is it unhealthy to have too much? I feel more down-to-earth without it all, but now the pressures of my university course and careers will mean allowing it all back into my life. Will Facebook, Instagram, countless emails and the constant use of the internet turn me completely insane and dependent on it? Oh, just bring back the relaxed and easy life in the Philippines.

New Chapter

I am currently lying in my hotel room in the Philippines as H20 hotel. It's beautiful here and I am looking forward to sleeping after my long flight. Can't wait for my adventures to finally begin, hopefully I will be blogging all the way giving you a glimpse into the life here.
Happy Travelling.

(P.S. all my videos are better watched in full screen).

I'm baaaacccckkk... more videos and posts

Hi everyone, I'm so sorry I haven't been able to keep this blog going for a while but was swamped with exams and coursework towards the end of my second year studying fashion management. So if I want to keep up my plan to conquer the world then this blog needs to be constantly updated so here I start and here's a video to show you just a snippet of what I've been up to. Much love to you all. (p.s. some phones haven't been able to view this video...hope you can watch it when you're at home on a laptop).

Its been a while

Hey bloggers,
Sorry it has been so long since i last blogged. Life has been too hectic with my third season of London Fashion Week and university getting tougher with every semester. And obviously I just had to take some time to celebrate my 21st!!!
Anyways, i am back now and fingers crossed that i will be better with blogging.
Happy blogging!
Love B xXx

My 3 Top Designers

Hey guys, my final Vlog for my university course but will definitely be doing more in future just for laughs and giggles. you might want to watch it in full view as videos upload small on here. Enjoy!

Here are the links which you should watch after you've seen this Vlog:

Alexander mcqueen 2001 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYX7lNLBvuk

Kate moss hologram http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1C4YcHLliI

Louise's blog  http://www.andtheleopardwore.blogspot.co.uk/

Behind the scenes at Trend Magazine

Have been interning with Trend Magazine Aberdeen for a little while now. Had been feeling out of the Fashion loop and needed to get stuck back in and Trend was the way to go.

It's about Fashion and Modern Living within Aberdeen, generally the way I wish I could live if I wasn't a student and had more money to spend lavishly.

I had previously done the Style File and trend page which was a lot of fun; seeing my own name in a published magazine really felt like an accomplishment being only a student.

And today was my first photoshoot with Trend; so calm, casual and chatty in comparison to previous shoots I had been on. No stress and worry; how utterly fabulous.

And the clothes; just holding brand new designer clothes makes me weak at the knees. I just imagine they are mine for a few hours; feels a shame to let them go.

Couldn't show any outfits or model shots as I can't risk showing any shoots before the next bi-monthly issue has even been released. But here's the team photo, photographer Louise Carnegie bottom left and the latest Trend magazine. Run out to shops and pick one up; it's definitely worth a read.

10 Jumpsuits to fall in love with

Jumpsuits are a great way to stand out, look amazing and still be warm during this winter season. They are so easy to wear and need little accessorizing. I have collated 10 jumpsuits within this blog post; 5 for everyday wear (above: which could be evening if accessorized) and 5 for evening wear (below: they are too much to transform to day wear).

I can't believe I still haven't got one yet but tried some on in River Island and loved that they hid certain parts of my body which I deem as unattractive (flabby hehe). They really are flattering. So excited to add these to my boxing day shopping.

You could try mixing jumpsuits with a leather jacket and Chelsea boots to make a casual day look. Or combine a clutch bag, stilettos and jewelry to make evening looks. Either way, you'll look stunning.

1st picture box; khaki silk jumpsuit Missguided.co.uk at £29.99, black tie waist jumpsuit from ASOS at £50, Blue check cami jumpsuit ASOS at £35 on sale, black and white leopard print wide leg jumpsuit ASOS at £52.50 on sale, cream chic racer detail jumpsuit ASOS at £45., 2nd Picture box; Animal Baroque print in blue, red and black ASOS at £50, Red jumpsuit ASOS at £55, Black strap detail black jumpsuit ASOS at £50, monochrome unitard with embellishment ASOS at £85 and Rose embellished jumpsuit ASOS at £44.99.

An interview with Mhairi Taylor...enjoy!

Just my flatmate and I and her lovely items. Don't think of it as product placement at all; just love clothes and wanted to show you someone else's fashion loves instead of my own. Hope you all love Mhairi Taylor's clothes and advice.

Dotty mad!

Bought this top the other day and am obsessed with dots so really want a whole dotty outfit with matching trousers. Combined with the contrasting pink lipstick and blue bag, this is stunning for a day out in the city. Or even combine with sparkly jewelry, clutch and large heels to turn it into evening wear. #Shamazing.

Winter boots

Was seriously doubting Royal Mail during this busy season as my previous parcels hadn't arrived on time. However, these boots arrived on time and just as it starts to snow here in cold Aberdeen. Perfect! The grip and fit is amazing and I have no doubt that they will be warm enough. I know I'm crazy for walking in heels in the winter but I'm vertically challenged hehe.

Prep yourselves...

My flatmate and blogger Mhairi Taylor will be joining me soon for an interview Vlog. Brace yourselves, going to be the perfect mix of fun and fashion in one.

Perfect Christmas Accessories

Hey everyone, had to indulge in buying this gorgeous, embellished, gold clutch bag, jewelled necklace and bracelets. The bag is a key piece which will make amy outfit stand out. So in love and can't believe I got 50% off because I work in Monsoon and Accessorize...yes everyone, be jealous. Had been waiting ages for my paycheque to come through...oh the anticipation!

If you're thinking of a perfect present this Christmas, the season of sparkle ans happiness, then these items will definitely bring a huge smile to any girls face. Have fun shopping for prezzies.

My 10 Favourite coats in my wardrobe

Have been meaning to do this for a while now and have only just had the chance.
I have more than 10 coats and jackets in my wardrobe but really wanted to show some of them. Hope it's not too long.

My first ever Vlog!

This is so embarrassing but oh well! got to do this for university and thought I needed to make it more interesting. I promise that there will be some more serious Vlog's later on with more on fashion etc. Hope it's not too bad...love it or hate it like Marmite, either way, here it is:

Sorry sorry sorry

Hi everyone, so sorry there hasnt been a vlog post or any kind of post in a while. Uni work is crazy and i now have two jobs; one at monsoon and one at Trend magazine. All a bit hectic!
And then when i tried to make a vlog, my phone conked out of me...mega annoying.  Well im going to try my best to get a blog/vlog out soon.

Anya Hindmarch...out of this world

The entire show was based around the theme 'out of this world'. So many things sprung to mind but i just imagined the usual runway routine, where models reveal the clothes and their own amazing beauty, and then left the stage and I expected to, perhaps, yawn a few times...I was completely wrong!

This wasn't just a runway show; it was an entire production handled very skillfully by the amazing INCA production company. Tiny lights sparkled off the walls like stars at night and large spheres were suspended from the ceilings with digital images of bags and planets projected onto them...it was so fun and I felt like a child at Disneyland.

Then bags came from the ceilings revealing more of Anya's beautiful work but it was the finale which took my breath away. The last two models walked out and suddenly flew into the sky and caught metallic crisp packet looking bags which were suspended in mid air (obviously not fly for real but attached to rope as humans cannot really fly!!!) Made me wish my mother would have pushed me to do some sort of acrobatic sport as a child so that I could have been the envy of everyone watching.

As for the bags, there were colours of blue, orange, and white mixed with snake skin and bags shaped as spheres with swirly patterns on them so they imitated small planets. Though the metallic crisp packet bag was my favourite; Anya Hindmarch had even collaborated with Walkers crisps to create her own personal crisp packets!

This show has definitely made a big impression in my mind. Best show I've seen eveeeeerrrr!!!

Temperley S/S14

Had been earlier to the test and hadn't seen any of the collection so my anticipation had been growing and growing and I was about to expolde! The show was held at the Savoy so to me, who knew that the Savoy was one of the best hotels in London, I had been jumping and clapping to myself when I realised I had the opportunity to work backstage there- oh the lifestyles of the rich and famous! I knew that this show would be truly glamorous.

I walked into the large room designated for backstage which had enough room to cartwheel in several times, and I had to contain my excitement. It was exciting enough that I was at the Savoy, but there were also touch screen remotes embedded in the walls; no idea what they were for but could have played around with them if it not for my boss glaring at me in disapproval. I mean why were they not covered and protected if I couldn't touch them? Something tells me I would have been allowed to have just little play, hehe.

Now, this is a collection which left me 'oohing' and 'ahhhhing'. The models were so pretty and sweet in the dresses which were covered in light floral and simple animal print in colours of  pink, lilac and white. I thought 'what an odd combination of prints to mix' but they looked so beautiful that I think I'm going to attempt to copy and see if I can pull it off along the high street. Wonder if I'll get some strange looks.

As for the hair, it was up and twisted and turned and flipped...way too complicated for me to explain. I'm no professional hairdresser. And nails were again nude...I swear designers love the nude shades of nails. And make up defined the eye sockets and had hints of lilac with lots of mascara which only emphasized the models beauty with fresh glowing skin. Definitely think I will try and sneak in a quick make over at the end of the next show...yeh right, if I'm lucky.

Oh Alice Temperley, just be my best friend and make clothes for me!?!?!?! Pleeeaaaassseeee!

Spring meet Holly fulton; Holly fulton meet spring!

Trundled up to Somerset House for the Holly Fulton show with all the stuff needed for LSrunway team. I was so excited as I hadn't heard much about Holly Fulton and only got a glimpse of the look at the show test.

Wasn't too shocked to see the colourful summer colours however the patterns were amazing, from flowers to geometrics; definitely something I am going to try and mimic in my own wardrobe to make my outfits stands out a little more...#stolenlook.

The ready-to-wear line certainly would easily be worn within the average street style (clothes that we can wear everyday) as long as no one attempted the actual looks created straight from the runway...lets face it, most runway styling is a little over-the-top and is designed to dazzle or even shock and not to be imitated exactly. However, Holly Fulton's line can be easily worn. Whether you're young or older, there's definitely some part of this collection which could be taken and adapted to wear.

My favourite item would have to be the brown leather jacket with cut out pattern- I have to have it! For sure I will stomp my feet until I get it! Going to have to persuade Daddy that it'll be worth the money and I promise to wear it with everything... wink wink nudge nudge hehe...well at least until something new catches my eye.

So I will be looking out for more Holly Fulton next season.. EXCIIIITTTEEEDDD!!!!

Julien mcdonald ss14

Sparkly, flamboyant and dazzling...those are the three words which I associate with Julien McDonald and his collections. Last A/W13 season consisted of sequins galore, in red, gold and other striking colours. For this spring summer14 season, Julien just used gold, silver, white and black. The dresses were beautiful with similarly heavy embroidery as the previous season however, seemed more elegant and graceful than the previous collection. The silhouettes were long and thin and the clothes hugged the body which made me even more envious...I wish I could fit my rather chunky belly into a tight dress but I have a feeling that some people may vomit from seeing my 'vo jiggle jaggle'- these dresses were definitely made for the long and slender. But if you can fit into these dresses then you will surely look stunning.

Make-up was by the legendary Val Garland which was dark and outlined the eyes. Hair was by Martin Cullen (and his team of gorgeous Asian male hairdressers) with the hair pulled back and worn low. And nails were by my boss and nail professional, Liza smith with L'oreal colours which were nude on toes and faint pink on fingers with amazingly sparkly glitter tips on fingers and some toes (oh yes even more glitter and sparkle- Julien does have a desire for it and I'm obsessed).

Tom Ford S/S14

Now this show was hectic! We were squished backstage and keeping an eye on everything felt almost impossible but thanks to my asian genes, I am small and was able to duck and dive past every obstacle/person to make sure I knew what was going on. Oh I do love the pressurized atmosphere of backstage but even better...I love the catering! Needless to say, I would quickly stuff my mouth full and then run round around again. Hmmm yummy!

As for the show, large, impressive, mirrored walls surrounded us and an immediate rush of excitement came over me from being struck by the fabulosity of it all. However, that wasn't even the best bit! From the corner of my eye I spotted Anna Wintour and Colin Firth! Arrrrggghhh!!! I felt like the luckiest girl alive to have been in the same room as them.Oh just wait until I'm rich and fabulous and get invited to the shows just like them.

As for the Tom Ford collection, my first thoughts when the first few models walked out onto the runway...leather during spring/summer? Really? Hmmm looks more like an A/W collection to me. But as more and more models walked out, I saw jewelled and embellished dresses and jumpsuits. Envious much?!?!? And Charlotte Tilbury had done amazing job with the make-up as usual turning the models from plain-janes to fashionaistas. Overall, what a show! Lucky lucky lucky!