Post Christmas Sale Picks

Happy Christmas to you all! I hope the day was filled with merriment and laughter and that Santa was good to you. We have literally not stopped eating since christmas eve, so I thought I would take a break from scoffing left overs into my gob and show you all a few bits and bobs I've gifted myself from the December Sales. Not that I have any money left, but I managed to find a few good buys that didn't burn a hole in my pocket too much! 

I'm not a great fan of online shopping (despite working in e-commerce for the House of Fraser website), partly because post offices are in my Room 101, but mainly because I just can't do it! There are some experts that can order tons, and know exactly what they're items will look like, and get it right every time. I guess this comes with practise, but I always end up having to do returns or not finding the best deal, the whole thing is just quite distressing for me! But with boredom creeping in, I began to scroll the sale pages of my fave fashion sites and I think I've made some good choices here. 

December Sale Picks by emilyrodgers18 featuring statement earrings

The camel coat is a piece I (actually my mum) bought in the store sales at River Island, saving £30 it was marked down to £50 from £80. I love it, it's an oversized cocoon fit with a lovely deep red lining and will do nicely for a new winter coat. 

Accessorize have some great savings as always at this time of year and costume jewellery is everywhere at the moment. They have a lot of great statement pieces, but after searching for some big embellished earrings for a while, I finally settled on these lovely pearlescent pastel drop earrings. They were half price, £7 down from £14, I may have to get another pair I've got my eye on! 

I know, I know, Christmas is over, so why on earth have I got a xmas jumper in here. Well, was it just me or did you also have a mad dash around Primark the day before National Christmas jumper day?! So, to stop that from happening next year, I've thought ahead and ordered one in advance. You can get some amazing deals on xmas jumpers at the moment, I bagged this one for just £6 from Boohoo! 

Urban Outfitters is great for knick knacks, and if you want to be super organised, you can start thinking about next years christmas presents! (too far?) I got the hip flask, iPhone hairbrush case, kitty pencil case, and Russell Brands book into my virtual shopping basket for a good price. Great gifts for the future or little treats for yourself, either way they'll come in handy! 

I've been searching for a new good pair of jeans for some time now which is an ever lasting struggle in itself #firstworldproblems but I thought I'd give some ASOS ones a try as I've always opted for Topshop's Tall section. This pair came in leg 34" which should just about fit, and they're under £20 which is a bonus!

I never ever treat myself to nice undies, I usually just grab the nearest bra to me in Primark and think that'll do. I've wanted to try the triangle unpadded bras for a while so when I came across this one for £6.50 on ASOS with its delicate feminine design I thought I'd give it a bash. Being bosomly challenged, I'm a bit skeptical on how it will look but fingers crossed! 

And lastly, the off shoulder, bardot style top is caked across the sale pages right now. I'm not sure if the trend has been a flop or if it's just getting started, but I love the look of the necklines so I ordered this one from Boohoo for £6. It's always a bit hit and miss with this site so we'll see how it turns out!

Hope you've managed to bag some good buys this sale season. If you know any good sites to recommend for some good bargains, please comment them below! 

Twenty/Twenty Goals

For those of you who read my christmas wish list, you'll know this book was on it. 

My sister also saw the post and consequently bought me the book, of which I opened yesterday. 

I have already read it cover to cover, it's funny and scarily true. 

I thought it was just me going through these crazy thoughts and episodes, but was grateful to find out its common for girl's in their twenties. 

If your like me, who is 21 and feeling slightly lost and terrified at the prospect of new and frightening/exciting endeavours in the years to come, then this is a book for you. 

It may not help, but it will ease your mind knowing you're not alone. 

Nonetheless, being a deep thinker, I have been pondering the 20 goals I wish to achieve in my twenties. 

Knowing that plans change, not always by choice is besides the matter in this activity and is also in perfect sync with the new year's resolutions. 

Right now, this is what I want to do, this is what would make me happy, and this is how I envisage my future. 

And let's face it, a rough plan is still a plan. 

Twenty goals for the 20's by emilyrodgers18 on Polyvore

If you work your way clockwise, you will get an idea of the order and scale of each goal. Some I know will happen more than others, but a girl can dream. 

What are your future goals? 

Get some Zest

Merry Christmas guys! 

Part of running a blog is regularly posting, and being busy is not an excuse! However I've just got back from holiday and it's christmas, so I think I should be let off. 

Hope you all had a great day yesterday.

Now I'm back on the blogosphere radar, I have quite a few posts up my sleeve which I'm sure you'll all enjoy! 

The first is about Zest Magazine.

You might of heard of it, you might even read it. If so, you'll know what to expect, if not, keep reading.

I got a free ad-in of Zest in Cosmo. 

Being on holiday, and running out of things to read, I started to scan the pages whilst lounging by the pool.

Described as a health and lifestyle magazine didn't much appeal to me and being a student means I don't exercise much, I drink too much, and I like pretty much all junk food over an apple any day.

However, the magazine's articles were so insightful.

One of which was about headaches (I get them regularly) which gave me a few more clues as to the causes, with solutions I could try. 

I'm also changing my diet to cut out carbs more (to help with my skin) and there were some great dietary articles about this and recipes to try. 

Being young and care free often means we don't think about the consequences of drinking as much as we should. One article really made me think about how to improve my drinking habits. 

That's what a good magazine does, makes you stop, read and continue reading as well as think about the content (usually so you buy it again next week). 

There were also great exercise tips, how to survive the winter blues and beauty care as well. 

Pretty standard stuff for a health and lifestyle magazine. 

But after reading this, I feel motivated to get healthier and do more to feel better. 

With New Years coming around quickly (urgh) it is a great chance to throw yourself into it for 2013. 

Desperately trying not to sound like a fitness advert and say a 'new you'. 

I don't think I've kept a resolution for more than a month, but regular reads of Zest should keep up the fitness and health levels as well as tips for revealing your new and improved self for the summer. 

(gag at cheesy ending).

XMAS jumpers!

Tomorrow is the first day I will whack out my christmas jumper in a year. 

I am a baggy jumper lover, especially the christmas ones! 

So here is a little mood board of my favies this year!

I definitely found that the men's were ten times better than the girls, so I've included a few.

So I might have to indulge! 

XMAS jumpers! by emilyrodgers18 featuring christmas sweaters

Who's that girl?

I'm sure you've all seen the new christmas advertising campaign for Topshop. 

It's causing quite the stir across the social media and blogosphere!

A very clever way to spread the brand across the globe...

The main culprits as a guess for 'who's that girl?' are these lovely ladies!  

Olivia is Chloe Greens guess... same hair! but is she engaged?

This is the biggest guess from everyone! Here's hoping!

There have been a few rumours (she's american, she's english, she's an A-lister) but from the pictures I think you can tell that she's young, fashionable and engaged, my guess is as good as anyone else's!

So, who's that girl? 

We will have to wait and see!

Christmas List

I know it's only November, but I made my Christmas List a few weeks ago! Only because this year, I actually know what I want! I'm usually one of those annoying people, who when you ask 'what do you want for christmas?' they reply 'I don't know really'. We all know them. 

Soo here it is, my list of seemingly regular and fairly average goodies I would like to find in my santa's sack!

I'll start with my No.7 Protect and Perfect Night Cream. I've previously done a post on this cream about 8 months ago, giving it a good review. It is so great for the skin and its only just run out! ... a perfect reason to put it as a stocking filler! 

I've put quite a few beauty gifts down this year. Including some mac make up and brushes. A fragrance set, and some nail varnishes (of course!) preferably Chanel or OPI, as these are way too expensive for my budget!

I recently received a pandora bracelet for my birthday so I thought a christmas themed snowman charm would be cute.

No stocking would be complete without a few things to fill up the days, so I've asked for a couple of DVDs, The Hunger Games and Magic Mike, my two faves of the year! As well as a couple of books, a student cookbook (I left mine in my old house, and I need some more cooking inspo) and the 'Fuck, I'm in my twenties' book from UO. Exactly how I felt when I turned 21!

As well as a few other bits and bobs...

They recently got some new iphone cases in Topshop and they are gorge! UO also has some cute ones. 

A cloche hat, very on trend, very wintery and I've wanted one for yonks. 

As well as a lovely picture frame for a bit of room decor. 

Christmas List by emilyrodgers18 featuring a cloche hat

I'm sure I've put more on my list for Santa (mum) but I can't remember! You get the gist!

And as we all know, Christmas isn't about the presents, but us fashion divas need to be prepared! 

Have you written your list yet?