Making A Statement!

(Photo from Company Magazine - High street Edition)
I'm loving the statement jewelry! Especially the "Believe" and "Nerd" chains.

My favourite at the moment, "Love" (is all you need), right? *wink*

I wear this everywhere.

From Primark less than $4.

From TopShop less than $20.

Everyone should have a little whimsy in their life. This multi-strand chain reminds me to NEVER STOP DREAMING!

(FYI: I wouldn't usually wear this chain with such a busy top. It was just for the picture.)

What statement are you making?

Seasonal Essentials -> Finding the Perfect Summer White Tote!

Now we can’t all afford Prada, so here are some cute, budget friendly bags I found.

I’ll put a * next to my favourites.

From New Look 

 

Zip Pouch Shoulder Bag £20

 I wasn't crazy about the ruffle bits on the side.

Slouchy Tassle Bag £20

Overall I thought the New Look bags were cute but they felt really cheap and I was worried they wouldn’t last past the summer. Have you bought a bag from New Look and it’s stood the test of time?

From TOPSHOP 

Ruched Front Grab Bag £28*

I really liked the braiding in the straps, the “gold” buckle detailing and the polka dot lining. A very classy bag.

The Paris by Marc B £35

A chic Chanel mimic!

From Dorothy Perkins

Mischa Barton Ivory Tote Bag £60*

I generally hate, out of principle, when actresses become “designers” but I must admit I’m loving Mischa’s bags!

From Jane Norman 

 

Quilted Shopper Bag £25

 

Chain Threaded Round Lock Bag £25

I LOVE Jane Norman bags because they are reasonably priced and feel very durable. However, I had the same problem with both of these bags, the shape! They are very square and just stuck out from my body too far. I could imagine me bumping people on the side walk and worst yet a crowded club with my square bag.

Drawstring Slouch Shopper Bag £28*

After much debate I choose this one! It's got that cool slouchy look and the "gold" detailing and label give it a designer feel without the price tag. Best of all its HUGE! 

 Me & my bag!

Happy Shopping Everyone!

Hey!

Welcome to Inside the Dressing Room, my first attempt at blogging! Yay! This will be very trial and error but hopefully interesting as well! I’m Reanna, a transplant from the sunny island of Bermuda now living in London! Being here has reignited my love of FASHION at all levels. There are no rules here which allows for experimentation and discovery and its evident everywhere. I’d been playing with the idea of doing a blog or vlog for awhile when I read the Marie Claire article, “Why You Should Care What I Wear.” A fashion blog. Now that’s something I could really have fun with!

Ok, so what to do first? SHOPPING! I know I’m conforming to a well known female stereotype and while I can’t speak for all women in my case it’s true. I love clothes! I love clothes, shoes, bags, and all the accessories that go along with them. Sometimes I even dream about clothes. =) Anyway, off I went to TopShop.

With nothing in particular in mind, I picked up the first things that caught my eye. (1) A Floral Print Jumper, (2) Navy Satin Boyfriend Blazer and, (3) a Lace Dress. I was actually surprised how well the jumper fit and once on, thought it would look really cute with a wide belt. (But they don't let you take belts into the changing rooms.) The feel of the satin blazer was great and I like how it dressed up the jumper. Below, channeling Madonna in the lace dress, which was basically see thru, that fit me perfectly. Cool for a night out at the club with some really hot ankle boots.

Next I went to Primark, which is either a dirty word or treasure chest, depending on your perspective. And this is what I found...
So what do you think? Love the shape and of course the sequin! And last my favorite purchase of the day, my new SHORTS! (yes, it's still warm enough for shorts!) Check out the button detail.


Lesson learned from this experiment -> Wear neutral tights when trying on clothes, especially if you're taking pictures. Purple doesn't go with everything.