Hey everyone. Sorry for my lack of posting recently, but this last week has been a shocker of twelve hour days, job rejections and getting mugged yesterday (I'm okay). I'm working pretty much 24/7 at the minute, and dressing well is a lower priority than sleeping sometimes. I did however want to show off my latest creation, which is this circle skirt in some brown/grey paisley that I bought at another car boot sale. I'm working on making work friendly pieces at the moment, as I'm job hunting and in desperate need of tailoring. This was overall a success, though the fabric is a bit too light for the purpose perhaps.

Blouse, £14.99, M&S via eBay
Skirt, made from a piece of £4 fabric
Tights, M&S
Shoes, Primark, £12

Okay, so apparently trying to get a good picture whilst packing (and without a chance to dry my hair even) and eating some semblance of breakfast does not give a good result. I present to you the obligatory blinking shot, with added carrier bags and broom. But hey, I'm fairly certain no one comes here for my sterling photographic skills anyhow.

I've been stealing my boyfriend's braces constantly recently, pairing them with high waisted skirts, circle skirts and for a more dapper look as per today. They add such a pinch of old school masculinity to an otherwise fairly everyday style.

Shirt, 50p, market stall
Shorts, ASOS, £8
Braces, pinched from my boyfriend
Tights, Evans (spot the holes? Time for a new shop I think)
Loafers, £12, Primark

Here's my work outfit for the day for you all. These shorts have proved perfect for the casual offices I work in - comfortable and versatile too. The top was bought on a trip to Edinburgh about a year ago, and is a great 60s tunic style.

Top, £16, Armstrong's vintage
Shorts, £9 Asos sale
Tights, m&s
Shoes, primark, £12 (in stores)