It's time to show you what I have been splashing the cash on recently! Although I should be focusing on saving for the months of University that are ahead, I shopped til I dropped in both Paris and back home in England across August and early September, in my favourite stores.
People who know me well is that I spend most of my wages in my work place; H&M. But who can blame me when I get 25% off everything?! Whilst it might seem that I am spending a lot, I am also saving a significant amount too.
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| T-Shirt // Zara - €12.99 |
First off we have this basic monochrome (surprise surprise!) T-Shirt from Zara, which states 'you can sit with me,'. I bought it whilst in Paris. I believe it is supposed to be a play on the famous line from Mean Girls, where Regina George (Rachel McAdams) is wearing sweatpants, on a Monday, which is against the rules, meaning she cannot be seated with the rest of her clique.
If this isn't the case however, I do just like the saying because it puts across a friendly message, which is perhaps perfect for when I start Uni and attempt to socialise.
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| Embellished Box Top // H&M €34.99 |
Second is this elegant, high fashion and sophisticated jewell encrusted top from H&M. Bought in Paris, I previously bought a similar Top (also from H&M in Paris) but returned it and spotted this beauty. The top is definitely not plain but I could still see it dressed up and down, with jeans and converse or tailored slacks and block heels.
Definitely a bank breaker though!
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| Playsuit // Zara €39.99 |
Definitely the splurge of my travels to Paris and bank breaker no. 2, this Zara Playsuit has a modest plunge neckline, and is actually a skort playsuit. It is very flattering, and hugs the figure in the right places. I could not determine whether it was leopard print or not, however looking at it in the picture now I am pretty sure that it is not. I am glad however, as I am not very fond of the print! I don't usually wear much colour, I'm not sure if you can tell by the picture but the playsuit is actually forest green, a colour that I am becoming to love. Perhaps change is in order?
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| Zig Zag Jacket // H&M €24.99 |
My last purchase from Paris (I didn't buy much but me and my boyfriend were sharing a suitcase... it could have been a lot more dangerous for my bank account.) is this effortlessly flawless jacket, which again is very flattering, especially around the waist. I plan on pairing it with black jeans, perhaps a cream peplum or blouse, and a statement necklace. It can't really be seen on the picture (these aren't the best quality I do apologise) but it does have a zig zag texture, and is very sturdy and thick, a very high quality piece for the high street.
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| Trench Coat // H&M £29.99 |
As you may have seen from my previous Duster Coat post, they are a key piece to my Fall 2014 wardrobe. This coat has been in H&M for ages, and I have always been drawn to it, but never purchased it, until now! It has a waterfall style drape at the front, and a felt belt which I just tie in a bow behind my back. I actually bought Size 12 as they did not have Size 8 in stock, however it still fits fine and adds extra length.
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| Jumper // H&M £14.99 |
Next up, one of my all time favourite pieces, a grey jumper! I decided to buy a new one because the fit is much better than the one I currently own. The new jumper again fits nicely around the arms, and is looser around the torso, and looks great with black jeans! To be honest, I think everything looks good with black jeans. Another reason why I decided to invest in the jumper is because its 80% cotton, where as my old jumper was Angora, and that goes every where!
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| Dress // H&M £14.99 |
Although coming from the Basics Department from H&M, this dress is different to most of H&M's basic range. It is a thicker and again higher quality than the usual jersey dresses, which have little or no structure to them. However this dress would be ideal for going out, as it just feels and looks premium. Obviously it would have to be dolled up with accessories such as a bejewelled clutch, as the neckline of the dress already has detailing, and it might look too heavy with a statement necklace.
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| Raw Hem High Waisted Jeans // ASOS £30 |
My first piece of ASOS denim, and I don't regret purchasing them! My favourite shade of denim, these jeans fit really snuggly, and will most likely be my go to jeans when my black jeans are in the wash. I am very tempted to purchase a pair of black jeans from ASOS too, but I will see how these ones go first. The hem around the ankle is raw; the frayed edges however add an edgy detail whether they are worn as they are or turned up for contrast.
Buy your pair here.
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| Super Stretch Trousers // H&M £7.99 |
These trousers are great! A great item for a bargain price! Another very flattering pair of trousers, which are basic but definitely can be dressed up. A key piece for wardrobes everywhere, they also come in burgundy and forest green (which I tried on and loved, but I don't think they suited me as much as the black.)
Buy your pair here.
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| Boots // Zara £49.99 |
Finally, last but definitely not least, my new beauty booties from Zara. I spotted them on my holibobs in Paris but was reluctant to buy them, as they were once again, a bank breaker! Luckily as I did well and achieved my grades for University, my mother was able to supply the funds for these gems, and now I am the proud owner of these amazing pointed toe boots.
Pointed shoes are my absolute favourite, I have loved them ever since I was young. I would always go for pointy school shoes even if it was a slight point; you know what school uniform restrictions are like. I remember having these really, and I mean really pointy school shoes in Year 5/6 and they had a buckle on, they were bad ass!
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Keep an eye out for more hauls, coming soon!
What's your favourite item of my August/Pre-September haul?
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