IT'S CALLED FASHUN DARLING

Another year, another MET gala that reminds me just how ridiculous fashuun can be. Predominantly Sarah Jessica Parker. Again. But alas, what would Twitter people do without the infamous post-MET ball memes to distract themselves from their tedious office jobs? (Sorry SJP, Rihanna... you guys really got the brunt of it this time)  

Can someone tell me why Kris Jenner was invited in the first place.  

ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING A CHAP CAN UNLOAD, IS SOLD OFF THE BARROW IN PORTOBELLO ROAD

I got seriously lucky with my flat in Landan and ended up living right behind Portobello Market. Now, when attempting to get myself an Easter Egg from my local Tesco (which is on Portobello Road) on a tourist-filled Saturday, this proves to be a serious task that only the strong willed could survive. However, on a sunny and warm Monday it is very pleasant. There's still the odd group of Italian tourists, and the main stalls of the market go into hibernation until the weekend, but most of the shops on the street are still open and you can rummage around everything from the above jewellery stores to shops dedicated to vintage sporting equipment. 

So if, like me, crowds and slow-walkers give you permanent bitch face, I seriously recommend taking to Portobello Road on a weekday. 

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BILLIE JEAN

hayden jeans | topshop

LONDON CALLING

It has now sadly come to the time in my life where I need to put on my Big Girl Pants and be a grown-up (just for 3 months but thats 3 months of doing grown up things none-the-less). I was given the opportunity to intern with amazing jewellery brand Allumer in London as part of my Uni coursework so jumped at the chance. This is however, my first time living away from home and living away from my mum who cooks, cleans and generally just does everything I need (love ya Pat). But... ready for it? I HAVE SURVIVED FOR A WHOLE WEEK. I AM AN INDEPENDANT WOMAN. 

I've got a cute little studio apartment in Notting Hill, which has Portobello Road Market right on it's doorstep. Goodbye already non-existent bank account. I'm getting the tube everyday (Hammersmith and City >> Jubilee WADDUP) and I've gotta tell you, I have the whole London commuter, dead behind the eyes thing nailed. 

lansdowne road | notting hill

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THE PERFECT VEGAN LEATHER JACKET EXISTS... BUT I CAN'T FIND IT

We all dream about it, but rarely are we lucky enough to actually find it. 

The perfect leather jacket. 

We can picture it in our minds, and even may come across it on Pinterest, but it seems impossible to actually source either online or instore. And if we do happen upon it, by some sort of cruel miracle, it's far outwith a students budget. 

My 21st birthday is fast approaching (7 weeks, that makes me the 7th January for those who need to buy a card), and as this is my one chance to utilise the fact that other people are paying, I'm determined to find my one true love - a distressed, black, vegan leather biker jacket. 

This is first-world problems at it's very best. So if anyone happens to come across my perfect leather, let a gal know.

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FRANKENSTYLES FREAKY TIPS

Hold up! Put those token fluffy socks you get every year for Christmas back in the drawer and step away from the rubbish bin! They come in handy I swear... 

You know that horrible moment when you find the perfect pair of sandals but it feels like they're strangling your feet?! This is where those socks are a god send. All you need is;

| 2/3 pairs of thick socks | A hair dryer | Those dastardly tight shoes 

The first step is to pop on the socks, then try and squeeze your feet into your chosen pair of shoes. Once you've got them on, turn on the hairdryer and hold it against the tightest areas. Keep it like this for 5-10 minutes, constantly wiggling and stretching your feet to ease the fabric a little bit more. Wear the shoes around the house while they cool and then, like magic, your feet should easily slip in and feel far more comfortable. If they aren't quite stretched enough (or if your shoe is made out of thicker material) then repeat the process until the desired width is achieved. 

(I know it looks ridiculous but trust me on this one)

| sandals: la redoute | watch: asda (seriously, it was a fiver) | 

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TONIGHT MATTHEW, I'M GOING TO BE... INDIANA JONES

(A stylish Indiana Jones obviously)

Since Autumn is sneaking up on us at an increasing speed (yay!!), I'm taking the opportunity to stock up on everything cosy and fall-hued that my bank balance can handle. First up on my wishlist was this £14.99 H&M wool hat, that also comes in black if you're wary of the Raiders of the Lost Ark look. 

| hat: H&M, buy here |

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