Thursday 09.07.

Yay it is a day for my favorite skirt - how I have missed this beauty!
I decided to break it out as I have an awful day ahead! My summer sale starts tomorrow and as always I have NOTHING prepared!! Oh well, I close at 2pm so I have lots of time to get ready!

I am not sure how much time I will have for posting over the next few days (I really hope that I am very busy) but I will try and take my outfit pics each day!

Today's outfit is:

Pattern skirt - French Connection
Black vest top - Tesco
Coral cardigan - J.Crew
Coral ballet flats - TopShop
Ring - New Look
Charm bracelet - Thomas Sabo
Bead bracelets - Primark
Necklace - Primark
Earrings - Forever 21 via the fabulous Kimberly

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Wednesday 08.07.

My summer sale starts on Friday, so today and tomorrow I am trying to get organised. I am closing just after lunch tomorrow so that I can get everything re-priced and displayed!

Because of this I have been keeping things casual and comfy this week so far. I have to say that I am enjoying it very much - it is nice to keep things a little more casual from time to time!

Today's outfit is:

Striped dress - S'Nob
Cami - Primark
Cream & Black ballet flats - New Look
Necklace - Ann Taylor Loft
Cuff - H&M

Tuesday 07.07.

I headed to the library last night after work to return a late book and when I got there they had 2 in stock for me that I had requested a while ago! I paid my fine, checked out the new books and headed home. Having 2 books that I have been waiting for made for a very lazy evening snuggling on the sofa with Bista! Of course today I am now annoyed with myself that I did no exercise what so ever - I did not even play any silly games on the Wii for a bit!

I am still feeling very tired - I am usually a pretty early bedder (between 10.30pm & 11pm) but we are putting the puppy out in the garden for the last time at 11.30pm each night (we take turns) she then gets up at around 6am (I usually get up at 7.15am). On top of this each time that we are in the garden she wants to play and we have to keep getting up to check what she is up to as she refuses to stay in the one area of the house when not in her cage! I have to admit that I did not think that I would be this tired!

Today's outfit is:

Ethnic print tunic - Mina UK
Brown leggings - Oasis
Gladiator sandals - Vila
Bangles - eBay

Monday 06.07.

Another weekend over far too quickly! I had a lovely weekend, my friend helped me out in the shop on Saturday she then had dinner with my bf and I and then she and I went out for a few drinks! Sunday afternoon we had a family lunch with my bf's family - it was a great afternoon and Bista was welcomed as the newest member of the family.

Today's outfit is a repeat of what I was wearing yesterday! I love this top so much, I put it on my birthday wish list and my amazing bf got it for me. I was drawn to the orange and turquoise detailing, but now that I own it I LOVE the crochet details in the back of the top. I really do love more unusual pieces.

Today's outfit is:

Jeans - French Connection @ i am.....
Top - Topshop
Cami - Primark
Orange wedges - Next

Saturday 04.07.

I am so glad that it is Saturday - the pup is taking it out of me. She is sleeping all night, but she is getting up at around 6am. I am very much looking forward to sleeping this weekend!

This dress came into stock yesterday and I love it! I think it is a perfect little summer style - I love the watercolour print!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Today's outfit is:

Watercolour print dress - Vila @ i am.....
White cardigan - Vila @ i am.....
White sandals - eBay
Jewellery - Tiffany

Friday 03.07.

Yay it is Friday! Unfortunately the weather has turned on us and it is raining very, very hard! Not good for custom, but great for clearing the air!

Today's outfit inspiration over at Fab Finds is stars so I just had to get on board! I love things with star pattern and not just clothes and accessories - I recently bought some Kath Kidston mugs with a fab star print!

We have nothing much planed for the weekend, just chilling at home with our little puppy!
Speaking of Bista, thank you to all of you that have been asking after her. She is settling in very, very well, she is going to bed at around 11.30pm and sleeping until around 6.30am. She is eating well and the toilet training is coming along. Her personality is getting stronger by the day!! I have the makings of a diva on my hands!!!

Posing for the camera in the garden a few days ago!

Today's outfit is:

White shorts - Primark
White vest - Tesco
Grey jersey cardigan - Tesco
Scarf with star print - Tesco
Star necklace - Plume
Sandals - Holster

Thursday 02.07.

I have been feeling like I have kind of lost my style a bit lately and I do not like it! So last night, before heading home, I wandered round the shop and picked up some new bits and bobs for me to wear each day.

This skirt is one of the styles. They have been in stock for a little while and I have always like it, but never taken one as red is not a colour that I wear. I have to say that I wish I had taken one ages ago - in this hot weather the light jersey fabric is perfect! I love the print too!

Today's outfit is:

Skirt - SkunkFunk @ i am.....
White wrap t-shirt - BlendShe @ i am.....
Sandals - eBay
Bangle - Primark

Cool air!

I have had the shop for almost 2 years and this morning was the first time that I realised what this baby actually was..........

An air conditioning unit!

Finally some cool air in here - now to see if it will encourage customers to try on more!!

Wednesday 01.07.

As I type this I am not sure why I am sharing this with you guys?? This outfit was going to work so much better in my head!! The dress is perfect for another HOT day, but it is too low cut to wear alone, so I added my yellow vest top as I am following Kimberly's outfit inspiration and I am wearing my fun coloured shoes (which feature yellow).
Anyway I just do not feel that great when I see the pictures!

Today's outfit is:

Black jersey dress - BlendShe @ i am.....
Yellow vest - H&M
Shoes - Matalan
Bow belt - Max C London @ i am.....

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Tuesday 30.06.

Back to work after spending a fab weekend with little Bista! I felt really bad leaving her this morning (and was late for work) but my bf is able to go home at lunch and let her out into the garden for an hour, and I am heading home at 3pm!

We are in the grip of a heatwave here, so today's outfit is just about being as cool as possible! I love this sleeveless cotton sundress for that reason, it keeps me nice and cool! It is great for travelling too!

Today's outfit is:

Black cotton sundress - Topshop
Necklaces - Plume & Guess
Bracelets - Tiffany
Bangle - Primark
Sandals - Holster

Saturday 27.06.

I am sorry for not posting yesterday, the day just ran away with me and my mind was full of puppy stuff!
Well little Bista came home last night and settled in right away (I can see her ruling the roost). We woke her and put her out to the toilet at midnight, she went straight back to bed and slept until 6am this morning! However, I did have a lot of cleaning up to do this morning - but as it was her first night I have let her off! My bf is home puppy sitting today and so far she has been very good and doing something each time she is taken out to the toilet! I will keep you updated!
I had this on all day yesterday (you guys were not missing much). This was around 10.30pm last night on the dining room floor (we were there for quite a while) we were just snuggling!!

It is very, very humid here today and the sky is grey - I think our weather is about to break!! I decided to get another day of short summer dresses before the rain (or whatever) comes! I have had these sandals for about 4 years now and I will be devastated when they can go on no longer!!

Today's outfit is:

Gold jersey dress - Max C London @ i am.....
Sandals - New Look
Necklace - H&M
Cuff - Banana Republic
Earrings - Superdrug
Belt - ? from a top

Thursday 25.06.

I would like to start today's post by saying a huge thank you to all of my readers, commenter's and followers old and new! It is so great to have all of you reading this little blog - I thank you all for taking the time! If you are a lurker please say Hi - I will not bite!! It is always so good to hear from readers! On a similar note, I am going to spend some time at the weekend adding to my Blog List so if I am not reading what any of you are blogging please let me know and I will sort that out!

It is another beautiful day here and I think that it may be even hotter today? It was a very warm uncomfortable night last night (we sleep in an attic conversion - HOT) and as I lay awake I planned my light, cool outfit for today! Check out my beautiful new ring!! It came in the post the other day from the Fabulous Kimberly's Etsy Shop and it was a real bargain - check out the amazing styles that she has listed!

Today's outfit is:

Bird print dress - Vila @ i am.....
Sandals - Primark
Faux Pearls - eBay
Necklace - Ann Taylor Loft
Bangles - Primark & H&M
Ring - Kimberly's Etsy Shop

Wednesday 24.06.

Phew!! Half way through the week and only 2 days until I bring my beautiful little puppy home forever!!

It is very, very warm and humid here today and after my walk to work my hair is doing its own thing and I just feel kind of icky!! This is a great dress for days like this as it is just two layers of of lovely fine cotton!

Today's outfit is:

White cotton dress - Vila
Wedges - Dune
Belt - Next
Cuff - Banana Republic
Bangles - eBay
Necklace - H&M
Earrings - Superdrug

In other news.......

We are getting a puppy!!!!!

I am super excited as we get to bring her home on Friday evening! She is a West Highland Terrier and she is just adorable! Her name is Bista and she will be 7 weeks old when we get her!

I did not really want to say too much about her until we knew when she was coming home, but now that we know I thought I would introduce her!!

This was her in my bf's hand @ around 3.5 weeks old!!





These were all taken last night when we went hand in a blanket for her to get used to!

Tuesday 23.06.

I woke to a beautiful bright morning this morning and new that it was a day for a dress! This is one of my very favorite and I have not had it on for a while! This is the most comfortable and easy to wear dress ever!! It is also the easiest to care for, simply chuck it in the washing machine, dry and put back in wardrobe!

I met my friend for an early casual dinner and a chat last night, it was just lovely! I then had a very busy night of cleaning and sorting laundry! But I am back on track with things - I just have some ironing to do this evening and then I can chill on Wednesday night!!

Today's outfit is:

Tribal print dress - Vila
Flip flops - Dune
Necklace, belt & bangle - Primark

Monday 22.06.

I am so tired today I was seriously considering wearing yoga pants!! But I gave myself a good shake and put on the next best thing...... Jeans, a t-shirt and a jersey cardigan!!! When going for a casual look I do try and add some accessories to jazz things up a bit and this scarf and the jelly shoes work for me!!

We had such a busy weekend and I really need to catch up on my sleep, but what a lot of fun we had!
Saturday night we were at a friends wedding reception which was a lot of fun. I do not usually post picture of myself when I am not at work, but I am so in love with this dress that I had to share!


You have to love the pose! Tyra would be proud!!

Sunday we had an all afternoon/evening BBQ with friends. We had lots of amazing food (corn on the cob cooked on the BBQ = YUMMY) lots and lots of laughs and delish champagne!! I have my fingers firmly crossed that we get lots more dry warm afternoons, to chill out like that!

Today's outfit is:

Jeans - Diesel
White t-shirt - Forever 21
Grey jersey cardigan - Tesco
Scarf - Tie Rack
Shoes - Holster

Saturday 20.06.

A few weeks ago I mentioned a new pair of shoes that I was unable to show you as my camera battery died!! Well this is them - aren't the beauties?? I just LOVE them!

Last night turned out to be quite a late one (with all of the running around that I was doing) and I really did not want to get up this morning!! There is NOTHING planned about today's out fit, I just opened the wardrobe door and had a rummage until I found the most comfy looking dress! I have not worn this dress for a while as I was not sure how it was going to look with bare legs, but I have to say I like this look! I really do love the embellishment on the front of this dress, and I adore dresses and skirts that have pockets!

Today's outfit is:

Plum dress - Max C London
Shoes - Matalan
Bracelets - Molten @ i am.....

Friday 19.06.

I have had a busy day so far today and it is only going to get busier! I knew in advance that I needed to be comfortable today (booking a nail appointment at 8.30am suggests a busy day ahead). As well as my early appointment I am leaving straight from work to help a friend set up a wedding and to steam the creases out of a wedding dress!

As well as all of this I had a busy morning clearing up from the sale last night and pricing and merchandising new stock. I am so looking forward to 5pm tomorrow!! On another note, after yesterday I am totally loving the look of this very simple outfit today!!

Today's outfit is:

Black cropped trousers - Vila
Black wrap t-shirt - BlendShe @ i am.....
Pink drapey cardigan - Wet Seal
Sandals - Primark
Necklace - Topshop
Charm Bracelet - Thomas Sabo

Thursday 18.06.

I am having a sale this evening and I really should be getting organised (I think I work better under pressure) but I can not stop tweeting and reading blogs!!

I am not loving this look today! I love the dress, but the cardigan is not looking just quite right and at the moment it is a bit cold to be without it! I will not be wearing it later (I am hoping to be far too busy to be chilly).

Today's outfit is:

Sequin detail dress - French Connection @ i am.....
Cream cardigan - French Connection @ i am.....
Orange wedges - eBay
Necklace - Gift from Shoegal

Wednesday 17.06.

First of all today I would like to thank everyone for the very kind birthday wishes. I had a lovely day and I was a very lucky girl!

At the moment all that I am hearing is festival excitement and hype, so I thought that I would put on a beautiful Mina UK tunic that came into stock last week! If was ever to go to a festival this is what I would like to wear! This is a beautiful tunic and a very popular one in the Mina UK range, thanks to the lovely Fearne Cotton who has worn this out and about!


Today's outfit is:

Tunic - Mina UK @ i am.....
Brown leggings - Oasis
Gladiator Sandals - Vila
Gold cuff - Banana Republic

Tuesday 16.06.

Today is my 28th birthday and the sun is shining! I am feeling very bright and happy - I am not sure if it the sun, the cake or the beautiful flowers that have been delivered!! But all in all it is a great day! I am not sure what my lovely bf has planned for this evening, but I do know that I am not making dinner!

Today's outfit is:

Denim dress - BlendShe @ i am.....
Tan wedges - Dune
Wooden bead jewellery - Plume

Monday 15.06.

Wet Monday = YUCK! Monday mornings are bad enough with out the pouring rain! It was so bad that I brought the car along to work - it was that or a change of clothes and it was hard enough deciding on what to wear this morning! I am feeling so undecided when it come to what to wear at the moment! Not good!

I had a lovely weekend spending time with friends on Saturday evening and just spending time around the house and garden yesterday. I love lazy Sunday's, especially when it is warm enough to lie on the grass!

Today's outfit is:

Wide leg jeans - Vila @ i am.....
Check shirt - BlendShe @ i am.....
Tan wedges - Dune
Ring - New Look
Necklace - Forever 21
Charm Bracelet - Thomas Sabo

Saturday 13.06.

I am so looking forward to my later start tomorrow when I have no work! This 3 day week has been a busy one!

These gorgeous little body con shift dresses came in stock yesterday and I could not resist the raspberry pink one! I feel great wearing this today!

Today's outfit is:

Shift dress - Vila @ i am.....
Black cropped cardigan - Primark
Shoes - Nine West
Necklace - Primark
Bracelets - Molten @ i am.....
Heart earrings - Local boutique

Friday 12.06.

Friday - what a Friday it has been so far! I have been so busy (I am honestly not complaining). I decided to change the window display for the weekend and, as always, as soon as I get in the window I have loads of customers! I finally got the display changed and then a box of new Mina UK styles were delivered! I love new stock in time for the weekend!!

Today's outfit is:

Orange skirt - Dorothy Perkins
Black T-shirt - H&M
Scarf - Kimberly's Etsy shop
Bracelets - Molten @ i am.....
Cuff - H&M
Black patent shoes - Christian Louboutin

Review Asics Gel Nebraska - Champagne & Soft Blue

I was recently contacted by the lovely people over at Fitness Footwear and offered a pair of walking shoes of my choice! What a lovely surprise that was, especially in time for a nice walking break in the Lake District!

I had a long look (there is so much to chose from on the site) at the selection that they have on offer and decided on the Asics Gel Nebraska in the champagne and soft blue colours! I felt that these looked the most like trainers and were in the most neutral colours - therefore I would be able to wear them with almost anything!

More specifically this Asics style features the Asics Gel System in the rear of the shoe at the heel, to help with shock absorption! The shoe also features Duomax technology that you can read more about here!

I wore the shoes throughout our 4 days in the Lake District and I had not one problem with them. When walking on uneven ground I felt steady and supported. I had not worn the shoes before our trip and unlike "cheap" or "fashion" shoes/trainers these required no breaking in! I did not get one sore spot or blister!

I am happy to say that I would definitely recommend Asics trainers to anyone! I would also recommend Fitness Footwear. The choice is outstanding, the prices are very competitive and the service is excellent!

Thursday 11.06.

Back to reality today - the holiday is over! It was great, very relaxing and other than wandering from village to village, drinking tea and eating cakes and indulging in some lovely chilled wine at night we did not do very much! It was the perfect way to spend time with my favorite guy!

Here are a few pictures of us while we were away (I apologise for the awful outfits). The first is of us at Aira Falls and the second is on the open top bus to Windermere!





Today's outfit is:

Black cropped trousers - Vila
Yellow vest top - H&M
Black cardigan - Vila
Yellow & purple scarf - Vila @ i am.....
Sandals - Primark

Saturday 06.06.

I have no pictures today the camera battery has died and I do not have the charger! I am gutted as I think I look CUTE!!! I am wearing this dress and I have on a new pair of shoes that I was so excited about showing off! I will update next week!

We are off to the Lake District for 4 days so I will not be posting again until Thursday! I hope that everyone has a lovely weekend! See you all next week!

And the winner is......

Honeybunches of Roses!!!

Congratulations!!

Send me an email (thingsaboutiqueownersees@yahoo.co.uk) with your address and I will get the necklace off to you!

Thanks to everyone that entered and I am sorry that you could not all win! I found the winner by entering all names into random.org.

Friday 05.06.

Thank goodness it is Friday!!

Here is my take on making Khaki Pants Look Cool as asked in Kimberly's Inspiration calendar!

These are cropped khaki trousers that are super comfortable, but they hit me at a really bad place giving me cankles!! Not good! Last summer I decided to roll them up a bit and make them into shorts! And I love them this way!

We had a great night last night BBQ-ing with friends, but I am very tired today so a casual look was very welcome! It will be a quiet night for me tonight! I want to make sure that I am well rested before our 4 days in the Lake District! I am very much looking forward to some time away from the shop!

Today's outfit is:

Khaki shorts - Tesco
White vest top - Tesco
Scarf - Forever 21
Bangles - Cyber Lyly @ i am.....
Wedges - Next

Thursday 04.06.

What did I actually wear before I found this cardigan?? I love how I am managing to tie it in with so many looks! I really hope that you guys are not too sick of seeing it?

It was a bit cloudy this morning, but the sunshine is back now! The bf and I are headed to vote after work and we are then heading to have a nice casual dinner with friends. I think we are BBQ-ing some steaks - YUM!! I went and got some fresh strawberries and cherries this morning for us to have afterwards!!

Today's outfit is:

Bird print dress - Vila @ i am.....
Stripe cardigan - Primark
Black patent t-bar wedges - Barrats
Belt - New look
Bracelets - Molten @ i am.....
Necklace - Primark
Earrings - H&M

!!!!Giveaway!!!!

Another reminder to all of you out there that have not entered to win this fabulous necklace that I am giving away. Click here to find out how to enter!!

This is open to everone, as always I am happy to post anywhere! The lucky winner will be announced on Friday!

Good luck!!

Wednesday 03.06.

I really wanted to follow Kimberly's inspiration for today, but I gave my sister a loan of my leaf necklace and I have nothing else that makes as big a statement! However, it is now less than 2 weeks until my Birthday (getting exciting) and I do have bib style statement necklace on my wish list - fingers crossed I get one!

It is another beautiful day here again today (I have heard that we have to get a nice summer, I hope so, but I am not holding my breath) so I thought this little crepe/chiffon tunic would be perfect for keeping me nice and cool! I am trying to give my tootsies a little break this week as we are off to The Lake District on Sunday for 3 days and we are going to be doing lots of walking and cycling.

Today's outfit is:

Pattern tunic - Vila @ i am.....
Leggings - Primark
Sandals - Primark
Necklace - Ann Taylor Loft
Bangle - Primark
Bracelets - Molten @ i am....

Tuesday 02.06.

It is still beautiful here so I thought I would wear a pair of shorts while I can! I really wanted to use the outfit inspiration that Kimberly has provided today as I LOVE coral and turquoise - especially together!!

I am pleased with how today's look has turned out as I am cool and comfortable yet still smart looking!

We are off to the Lake District at the weekend as part of my birthday, if anyone has any must do or see things that I should know about then please pass them on!

Today's outfit is:

White shorts - H&M

White vest top - Tesco

Coral cardigan - J.Crew

Necklaces - Bakers & H&M

Ring -New Look

Charm Bracelet - Thomas Sabo

Earrings - Made by me

Sandals - eBay

Aviators - Gucci

Fit Flop Review.

Last week I was sent a pair of Fit Flops by Fitness Footwear to review on my blog. I had been genuinely looking into getting a pair for my walk to and from work. I was sent a pair of Walkstar in the red colour. Looks wise they are not the prettiest of flip flops, but oh my are they comfy!! They are not ugly or offensive to look at and with casual clothing or sportswear they do not look out of place. But they are wide and chunky looking! However, I am sure that they are going to be on my feet for most of the next couple of months!

But what are Fit flops?? The following is some information from Fitness Footwear website!

Fit Flops are flip flops designed to keep you fit while toning your legs and bum as you walk. Fit Flops are so comfortable, you won't even notice them working and toning your muscles.
Sporting a trainer inspired design, Fit Flops sandals feature an oversized heel for a fashionable look that's proven immensely popular with celebrities while giving the Fit Flops brand rave reviews in the media due to their affordable price tag and eye catching colourful styling – all while providing a comfortable workout when you walk.
For even more information on Fit Flops and more about how they work click here!

I have worn them at some point everyday since they arrived as they are just so, so comfortable. They are so light, so it is not a problem for me to carry them in my bag and swap between shoes throughout the day.
Over the weekend I wore them none stop to get a good feel for them. I walked along the beach and my feet were perfectly comfortable, supported and I suffered no rubbing at all! I like these so much that I have recommended that my mum and my friend (both do a lot of walking) get themselves a pair soon!

I am now patiently waiting on my bum getting smaller - I am sure it will happen any day now!