rose tinted uncertainty

feeling sleek...

2012-02-08T04:04:00.000-08:00

Now I am no beauty guru. I know about as much as every other girl. But I was given one of these Sleek eye palettes for Christmas by a friend and I have to say I think it is amazing! I have pretty much used if everyday since I got it and that is no exaggeration. The colours are lovely, and they sit very well on my lids (you know what I mean- not having to apply loads to get a colour) and it lasts all day. I am definitely planning on making another purchase or two. And they are just under a tenner which I think is brilliant for twelve different eyeshadows.

Now I just have decide which one I want...

inspired today #3

2012-02-07T01:23:00.000-08:00

What is inspiring me this week... Possibly the most beautiful make up (and face) from Keiko Lynn, A beautiful outfit and colour palette from Taghrid, simply divine opaque patterns (want this for my home) discovered on Pinterest, seriously craving these delicious cheesy/pepperoni-y rolls from The Girl Who Ate Everything and finally realising (thanks to Blau) that a biker jacket can dress down the prettiest of dresses, found on Blaubushka.

graphic monday...

2012-02-06T04:24:00.000-08:00

These are chalk designs by Dana Tanamachi. I just think they are so fun and interesting. I want one on my wall (if it would actually stay). They are all over the place (including some wine bottles and on the cover of Oprah's magazine). That is all I have to say... Check her out here!

coral feeling...

2012-02-03T14:40:00.000-08:00

Coral is another pastel colour I plan on sporting once the weather decides to be warm as well as sunny (if that ever actually happens.) This colour reminds me of watermelon which makes it look so refreshing in my eyes. Unlike lemon I have no coral pieces (except for lipstick) so I need to do some shopping. I've been looking around to see what is out there in the coral department. You have no idea how much I want that dress!

little house...

2012-02-02T08:33:00.000-08:00

Braving this ultimate freeze to take these photos, but I felt I needed to show off this dress. It is one of my favourites. For many reasons, firstly because it is so feminine and delicate (I just love the detail that is in it) but also because it was a massive bargain at €3! Oasis truly do have the best sales. Another thing that I like about this dress is how it can be worn through all the seasons merely by changing what you wear with it. Today I went a "little house on the prairie" with the ankle boots, thick wooly tights and my old-fashioned silver locket. But I felt they really worked with the cotton dress. They probably shouldn't, but they do.

Dress: Oasis

Tights/Body (worn underneath): Penneys

Boots: Dunnes

shoe lust...

2012-02-01T10:47:00.000-08:00

Just so you all know... I want these! To me, these are the perfect dancing shoes, the heels are high enough to give me a lift yet low enough so I could stay in them all night and they're sparkly!

Fair play Topshop, fair play...

pretty underwear...

2012-01-29T02:42:00.000-08:00

Kelly Brook Collection/New Look

s/s 2012 New Look

I am all for having pretty underwear. Nothing makes a gal feel more awesome than when she has got some snazzy underpants on! Since I was 16 I have strived to keep myself always in good underwear and it was always something my mother instilled in me and my sisters. So when I saw New Look's Kelly Brook collection and then their upcoming spring/summer collection I was little excited. For one thing they are so pretty and for another there are some GORGEOUS high waisted knickers thrown in their (which I have already bought!)

Sadly I am too big for their bras but not by much. Their sizes range from a 32B to 36F which I think is a great range considering the prices which are between €14.99 and €17.99 for the bras alone. The Kelly Brook collection is on sale now (I should know I have bought some already!) and the spring/summer collection is available in early February, just in time for my birthday!

blue friday...

2012-01-27T04:32:00.000-08:00

This week has been long and very busy... Since it's nearing the weekend and the sun is out on this brisk day I thought I'd be a little bright myself with this gorgeous blue number. I quite like pairing this dress with all black. Usually I would wear it with red and maybe yellow, so I thought for a change I could go back to my trusty black and some chunky knits. Think it keeps it suitable for this time of year...

I am all of a sudden craving colour, I think it's due to the nearing approach of spring. How is everyone else fairing in this slight transition period?

Jacket: Vintage

Dress: Ebay

Tight/Shoes/Scarf: Penneys

Ring/Font Brooch: Etsy

Anchor: Shutterbug

keeping warm...

2012-01-24T11:16:00.000-08:00

Librarian Chic to Keep Out The Cold from REDradar on Vimeo.

Here's another video that I did with RTE over the Christmas period. This time I had to talk about what I wear when I am trying to keep the winter chills at bay. Had so much fun shooting this so I hope you enjoy it. Promise me you'll be nice.

Beret/Gloves: Little shop in Carlow

Cape: Dorothy Perkins

Dress/Belt: River Island

Tights: Penneys

Loafers: Clarks

Ring: Etsy
Bag: Charity Shop

yellow sorbet...

2012-01-24T06:11:00.000-08:00

So pastels are in and I am a teeny bit excited about it. The neon look was really not me and even though I did love the bold colour blocking I don't think I fully embraced it. But pastels... Pastels I can get on board with. The first pastel colour I want to play around with is lemon yellow. Yellow is one of my favourite colours and I do have a few key yellow pieces so I have no need to go out and purchase lemon clothes (shame really). But if I did I would be keeping my eyes on these pieces (especially those lemon brogues, oh drool!)

graphic monday...

2012-01-23T11:27:00.000-08:00

Thought I'd share these with you... Super cute little designs, simple and with a lovely colour scheme. My favourite is the "Bon Jour" one, how dotey! Found them on More Design Please which is a beautiful website. Check it out!

Thanks Emma for introducing the website to me...

I hear paisley is in this year...

2012-01-21T04:07:00.000-08:00

When I was thinking about the trends that were on the table for this year, paisley was one that I was gonna let pass me by. I just think it doesn't have much staying power. But then as I was getting dressed yesterday I came across this scarf on top of my wardrobe. I bought it a few years ago in a vintage shop (which is sadly no longer there). And what do you know it has a paisley pattern on it! And I like it... I remember buying it and my boyfriend couldn't understand why. Boys eh?

So at least now if I feel like having a bit of paisley in my life I don't have to part with any money. Love when that happens...

Jacket: Vintage

Top: Pull & Bear

Treggings: Dorothy Perkins

Converse: Littlewoods

Scarf: Vintage (Wild Child Originals)

Also thought I'd show you my latest food addiction... Homemade cheesy pinwheel that I made from homemade pizza dough and cheese. It is delicious, so so filling and surprisingly easy to make! A great way to spend a friday...

wish I was wearing #8

2012-01-18T08:30:00.000-08:00

I am finally finished with semester one... Thesis and portfolio have been handed in and I am craving a fresh start. I am craving soft colours, pretty dresses, little cardigans and cute rings. I am craving spring. I want to banish the stuffiness of the past few weeks and leap into the next semester of college with a clean perspective.

I am growing tired of the winter tones... It is time for a change.

winner...

2012-01-15T08:46:00.000-08:00

So it is time to find out who won this adorable little robot! Well I threw in the numbers into a random generator and it flung back out the number 4...

And number 4 is no other than Jackie Crotty! Congratulations you lucky thing you, I'll get him to you as soon as I can. Thanks to everyone who entered I was so worried no one would bother...

inspired today #2

2012-01-11T12:34:00.000-08:00

Pretzels on A Beautiful Mess

Irregular Choice

Found on Pinterest

Dianna Argon for NYLON

NeverLazy

Dying for some pretzels while working away on my portfolio, dreaming of purchasing this pair of Irregular Choice when they come back in stock (here's hoping), loving the idea of covering my walls in frames filled with everything, digging the sexy sixties vibe from the NYLON magazine (cat flicks and beehives were had today) and oozing over photos from the new issue of NeverLazy.

blinging it up and stressing it...

2012-01-10T12:27:00.000-08:00

My thesis was handed up today and I am ploughing through my portfolio. So much work to do but thankfully a good bit done too. Luckily I have a bit of bling to keep me looking bright even if I am not feeling it this week. Wearing it with (almost) everything!

Next Monday cannot come fast enough...

Top: Awear

Necklace: Oasis

belated birthday... plus a teeny giveaway!

2012-01-08T03:59:00.000-08:00

With all the work I have to do I completely forgot about my little blogs birthday... The poor thing must be so sad. She was the big 2 yesterday! Something I cannot believe. I want to thank all my readers for making it possible, if there were no you there would be no rose tinted uncertainty.

To thank you I am having a teeny giveaway (like I promised ages ago!) Here it is, a robot button ring from HeyDay Handmade! How cute! I want him myself... I think his name should be Charles.

DO NOT WORRY HE'S ADJUSTABLE.

To be in with a chance of winning this dotey thing all you have to do is like rose tinted uncertainty on facebook or on the google follow thing or on bloglovin' (that is if you have not already done so) and simply let me know that you wanna win below in a comment! The giveaway will be open til next Sunday...

Happy Birthday!

dusty gold...

2012-01-06T11:14:00.000-08:00

One of my few sale purchases. This gold-ish top I got for a fiver in Penneys. Love this cut of top, great for a lazy day like today. It just hangs off you so well and the gold makes me feel a little less sloppy. A wee bit see through but with a black vest no one is any the wiser... Believe it or not I haven't worn these shoes in a while, they kind of got a break for the Christmas (they had been working so hard so they deserved it).

Now back to finishing off my thesis... tis due Tuesday. Have it done thankfully, am just fixing up the pictures and little other things like that. Oh the joys!

Top: Penneys

Treggings: Dorothy Perkins

Shoes: New Look

Necklace: Etsy

Ring: Shutterbug

pinned down...

2012-01-04T16:31:00.000-08:00

If anybody is interested I have started a Pinterest page. I love it now! Slightly addictive... If you like, here is my page. And if you have a page let me know, I would love to follow you all.

inspired today #1

2012-01-03T11:40:00.000-08:00

A Beautiful Mess

We Heart it

Etsy

Loladee

Lana Del Rey

Andi B. Goode

Dreaming of life after the thesis while I sit here... typing, always typing. I'm looking into 2012 and I feel excited... a big year ahead. I'll be growing up. College is insanely difficult at the moment and I'll be finishing up this year. I can't help but think what life will be like after college.

Right now I dream of beautiful work spaces, fussy and frilly underwear, old-fashioned posters of not so old movies (Eckersley would be proud), the beautifully cute bows of Lola Dee, listening to the smokey and sultry sound of Lana Del Rey and, dressing like I was born in the wrong decade.

shining practicality...

2012-01-01T08:42:00.000-08:00

London Rebel via Asos

Now I know I have mastered the art of "everyday heel wearing" but I can't help but resist a good flat when it comes along. Especially when it is a shiny pair of loafers. Surely they are a practical purchase, yes I think they just might be... After all I am heading into my final semester of college which is surely to be my most difficult. Many nights up til God knows when, rushing around looking for paper, getting pieces printed, making prototypes, photographing, printing... It will be a busy few months for me.

Ones needs to be practical...

scallop...

2011-12-30T14:57:00.000-08:00

Told you I would post the shorts better. The post earlier does not do justice to these shorts... I am not usually a shorts person, mainly because the dig into my thighs when I sit down, so I always kind of steered clear of them. But that was until my parents gave me these for Christmas. They are very loose around the leg which makes the extremely comfortable and they have little quirks (such as the scalloped edge and gold buttons down the side) that make them quite chic in my opinion. It is safe to say I am in love, I have worn these babies four days out of five this week, which is very unlike me. The only reason I didn't wear them yesterday is because my sister asked was I actually going to wear something else, the woman had to pleased...

Also I wanted to show you my new necklace in more detail... I think it is simply stunning. It's like having a perfect piece of ice around my neck. The Swarovski crystal is called the Aurora Borealis (what a name?!) and the chain is made of oxidized silver. It picks up so many colours depending on the light and what you are wearing. I saw it, fell in love and my boyfriend gladly bought it for me. I am very lucky indeed. He thought it was quite fancy and suspected I would only wear it out. I proved him wrong...

Top/Tights: Penneys

Cardigan: Awear

Shorts: Monsoon/Fusion

Loafers: Clarks

Necklace: Etsy

gifts...

2011-12-30T06:47:00.000-08:00

Just a few shots of some of the gifts I was treated to this Christmas... I have to say I am one lucky girl! So here we go... what I got. Forties and fifties style books (thanks Dad!), Monsoon scalloped shorts (will show them better off in an outfit post later), Irregular Choice shoes, Swarovski crystal necklace (thanks boyfriend!), Besame lipstick (super great at staying for ages!) and finally a gorgeous Oasis suede belt.

What did you guys get for Christmas?

new year resolutions...

2011-12-29T08:09:00.000-08:00

So last year's resolution was to wear more heels and to wear them quite regularly, daily was the ultimate goal. And I succeeded! I now nearly wear heels everyday. Not only has it made me feel more chic but it has almost improved my posture and my tolerance for the heel is much higher. All round it has been a good year for my feet and my self-esteem!

So since I have conquered heels I thought I'd move onto another fashion dream of mine, dressing more retro. I dress a little retro but not nearly enough to make me happy. The forties and fifties were always my favourite decades and with the help of the books my father has bought me (THANK YOU!) I hope to dress more like the ladies from those eras. Not fully mind you but a lot more than normal. Since there was never many vintage pieces are at my disposal I was thrilled to discover that there are quite a few online shops that sell retro inspired clothing. Now all I have to do is purchase a few key pieces to add to my collection and master the make up and hair. I really do hope I succeed, we'll just have to wait and see...

Here a just a few of the things I want to get my mitts on!

Lunch date/wanting to feel pretty in college...

Casual and comfy...

A night to make an impression...

I understand that these outfits look a little summery but that's because I am not spending anymore money on winter clothing for this season, my pennies are being saved for the summer.

Do you have any fashion resolutions?

merry christmas...

2011-12-24T08:32:00.000-08:00

Just want to wish all my readers a very Merry Christmas.

Hope you all get what you want off Santa and that you stuff yourselves silly with food, drink and happiness.

Love you all xx

candy cane...

2011-12-22T10:51:00.000-08:00

Just a little peek at my gift wrapping for this year. I love brown paper so I use that every year but I do try to change it up with other extra little bits. This year was white string and candy cane name tags from Happy August which have so many pretty gift wrapping accessories. I think the candy cane pattern is just so cute, though my sister felt I should have actually attached candy canes to the gifts as well...

How do you all wrap your gifts?

chiffon cake...

2011-12-22T02:43:00.000-08:00

So yesterday was my fella's birthday... So as tradition, I went out with his family for a massive meal. I figured a meal with his family would be the perfect time to wear my new top. I bought it on Ebay from China. Tis a lovely top but it was being sold as a dress. I foolishly only looked at how it looked on the model and didn't read all of the measurements... silly me, that model must have been TEENY! Oh well, I still think it makes a lovely top, especially for those nights when you want to make a little bit of effort without looking too done up.

I was originally going to wear all black with this outfit but then I thought it could handle some happiness, some colour, some festiveness... So I wore red! These are the cutest shoes I own and are sadly getting horribly scuffed at the back so I keep putting lashings on clear nail polish on them. And then we come to the bag, which I thought finished off this outfit very well. I wanted to feel cute last night and what says cute more than a big heart-shaped handbag? Answers on a postcard...

Top: Ebay

Treggings: Dorothy Perkins

Shoes: Gift/Penneys

Belt: Dunnes

Bag: Gift/UO

wish I was wearing #7

2011-12-21T05:55:00.000-08:00

These days of mine are filled with wrapping presents up in brown paper (gotta love brown paper), snacking on food that I really shouldn't be snacking on, christmas lunches with my buddies and maybe a few treats for myself bought here and there. What a better way to keep snug during these activities than with leather boots and winter woolies... I do love fitted knits with maxi skirts, always thought it looked both cosy and chic. I just need to buy some fitted knits and find my maxi skirts (they have mysteriously vanished somehow.)

Also as you all know I love me big rings and chunky watches. The ring is from Etsy and has a secret locket for your poison (apparently.) I suppose you never know when you'll need that but I sure do want it, ya know just in case... The watch is from Fossil and looks simply yummy. Rose gold is just super pretty. Have been coveting it for awhile, ever since I saw it on the lovely Kendi Everyday blog.

How are you all keeping cosy during these festive days?

wrapped up...

2011-12-18T13:42:00.000-08:00

So today was the first of TWO Christmas dinners! Oh yes my friends, I said two... So I felt I needed to dress up an teeny bit. Nothing too fancy but nothing too casual either. I felt a pencil skirt with laced up heels would do nicely. I always think that pencil skirts are the perfect skirt when you wanna be sort of fancy. Too posh for a regular day but not exactly out-on-the-town kind of clothing (unless styled appropriately). This skirt was given to me by my sister because it was too big on her, I ain't gonna complain: tis a free skirt after all.

The little origami wrap over thingy on the front is lovely and also hides so many lumpy bits, which I adore! Not to mention the colour, I wouldn't normally choose this colour but it really is nice: nude without being nude. And finally the length, love when my skirts come to my knee (even more when it comes below.) I just think it's more flattering for my shape. Overall not bad for a skirt I got for free...

So now I am full of food, slightly sleepy (due to my cold, grrr) and getting ready to cosy up for the night. Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend...

Top: H&M

Skirt: Asos

Shoes: Penneys

festive...

2011-12-15T15:21:00.000-08:00

I am technically finished for Christmas (yay!) however since I am in my final year of college I still have loads of work to do (boo!)

Still... I am going to enjoy the little bit of time I have off. Starting with my first of two Christmas dinners this weekend. Since neither of my sisters will be here for the actual Christmas we are gonna have one on Sunday and then my parents and I are going to this massive aunts, uncles, cousins dinner on Christmas day. So starting tomorrow I am gonna get into the Christmas spirit and shake off what fears of college I have. My mum and I have to get everything ready for Christmas and I cannot wait...

This year my Christmas fashion fix has forties feel to it; tartan, pencil skirts and capes. Stained lips as I sip on my sisters homemade hot chocolate. Soft curls tumbling down as I wrap my gifts in brown paper and candy cane tags. Curling up on a bed in fitted cropped trousers to read a book my father has lovingly purchased for me while my boyfriend plays his latest video game. Simple pleasures of my life...

pin up...

2011-12-10T04:30:00.000-08:00

I'm sure you all now at this stage that I have an insane love for shoes and an insane love anything retro. So you can understand that when I have a proper trawl through Pin Up Girl Clothing that I was totally excited and raging that I have no real spare cash for a new pair (maybe for my birthday.) It had the cutest collection of shoes that ranged from the highest of heels to the most dotey of little flats. Here are just a few of the pairs that I want, I must stress it is only a handful of what I want, there were simply too many to pick from. Not only do I love the shape of these dresses but I love the little quirks of them that make them different to your average high street shoes. If you do pop in check out the dress section as well, they have dresses to die for...

Funnily enough the majority of the shoes I picked were from one shop known as Pin Up Couture. Must be my taste, they had the most "pin up style" in their shoes in my opinion. Thankfully their shoes are also sold on this of the pond so no nasty shipping and tax costs. You just got search for them.

If you're like me and love pencil skirt dresses, red lippy and that elegant curved heel then you are gonna love this website. Just be careful not to get too carried away...

night out...

2011-12-08T14:36:00.000-08:00

Of course we all know that it's that time of year again. When despite the epic coldness we head out in our finest to drink and be merry... Where mistletoe and baubles will be hung, where everything will sparkle and where mulled wine, champagne and martinis will be drank til the wee hours of the morning. But the best thing about Christmas parties is that you have the excuse to dress up. Going all out and being glamourous! The Christmas party is a very important occasion where no length is too long and no shoe is too sparkly.

Since anything goes why not try a full length gown? I know I would. I was always a slightly extravagant girl. Being dressed up was and still is so important to me. Thankfully maxi dresses and such are becoming less and less formal. They are no longer meant to be kept for that rare black tie event. Styled the right way I really think these maxi dresses could be amazing (well there amazing anyway).

Would love to be daring enough to wear a maxi dress this party season, hopefully I will.

God I love being the bell of the ball...

How do you feel about maxi dresses for this party season?

elementary...

2011-12-06T11:10:00.000-08:00

Might have gotten carried away...

THIS is my new cape... Can you tell I love it?! My ever witty father keeps calling my Sherlock, but as long as I get a bubble pipe out of it I don't care. I love everything about it: the buckles, the sheepskin and the fact it also works as a blanket. But to be honest I am most grateful that I now have a coat that actually has a hood. Especially since the heavens decided to open up when I was on my way home. The rain seems to have a habit of showing up doesn't it.

So grateful I was indeed...

For the rest of the outfit I apparently went for a school girl look, which I didn't notice until I put the outfit together. And I am totally okay with this, seeing as it is a damn sight nicer that my old school uniform.

Cape: Dorothy Perkins

Shirt/Tights: Penneys

Skirt: Awear

Heels: New Look

Brooch: Gift

How are you all keeping warm this winter?

graphic monday...

2011-12-05T09:14:00.000-08:00

Just a handful of posters from the collection by Simon C Page known as Futurism: An Odyssey in Continuity. Striking no? I love both the colour scheme and the style of these posters. They all contain different patterns but you know they are connected, that they belong together.

There are heaps more here if you want to have a look...

Images via Behance Network

oooh pretty...

2011-12-04T15:13:00.000-08:00

Don't know if any of you caught this stunning advert for Moet and Chandon in last week's Style magazine for the Sunday Times. Well, I spotted it anyway and was blown away by the styling of the whole thing. I mean the dress, the hair, the room, the mountains of champagne flutes! What is not too love?! If I were to have a party it must be like this. An overly decadent, alcohol fueled night of long gowns, big jewels and dancing til dawn.

I like to think that this is a shot from the morning after. Caterers are clearing up around her while she remains dazed, still her gown with her hair dishevelled. Clutching on to the very last bottle of Moet.

Cheers!

FYI I need that dress in my life... wonder whose it by?

wish I was wearing #6

2011-12-03T04:03:00.000-08:00

Bought a fabulous cape yesterday (way over half off!) and today I keep thinking of how to wear it. This is the outfit I want to wear with it today. Dark tones apart front a knee jerk kick of colour (but a winter colour of course-nothing too fresh), a touch of sparkle for the today to get into the festive spirit without being full blown Christmassy, chunky heels to give a bit of height to teeny old me while keeping it low key, a thick knit to add some cosy Chanel chic and a beautiful ring just for fun.

This is an outfit I'd wear a lot and is quite versatile from day to night. And these are certainly the colours that I've been feeling lately, along with burgundy. Gonna have to get purchasing, well... I would if I could.

busy bee...

2011-12-01T14:55:00.000-08:00

Apologies for the lack of posting this week... But projects and essays and so forth are due and I have a portfolio to prepare. Which is actually what I wanted to share with you. Above are just some of the photos I took today. They are photos of my rough work/original designs and are for the research section of my portfolio. Proof (to you and the examiner) that I have been working hard and not just being a lazy so and so. Late nights were had (and not enjoyed) and tonight I am heading to the sack at a normal hour... and boy am I gonna love it!

I'm living life on the edge...

Fashion related post tomorrow or Saturday I hope!

indecision...

2011-11-26T09:30:00.000-08:00

I sometimes find Saturday difficult to dress for. Technically it is no different to any other day since I am in college. All that changes is that I do my college work from home (ugh business plan). So why do I feel the need to make a differentiation from this day to all the rest? Am I that desperate for a weekend? I often try to think of really casual outfits to prove that this is indeed my day off. But then I just feel lazy, so I put on heels. I think until I actually have a full time job I will suffer with this conundrum.

On a different matter, I threw on this jacket and scarf to take these photos. But I think when I head out later I will have to wear a much heavier coat. As gorgeous as this jacket is, it ain't keeping me as warm as I'd like.

Jacket: Vintage

Scarf: Prague (Jewish Quarter)

Blouse/Jeans: New Look

Loafers: Office

Anchor Brooch: Shutterbug

clinging on...

2011-11-25T11:10:00.000-08:00

After shoes, bags are my favourite things in this world of fashion (I probably say that about a lot of things though.) I love all kinds of bags: old bags, new bags, big bags, small bags... The list is genuinely endless. I just think they finish off an outfit perfectly. But my favourite type is the clutch bag. For me they are the divas of the bag world. Can be tiny, can be big but always demand attention. There is something more elegant about having to hold your bag in your hand. Oh I just love them!

Just like your shoes, your bag should make a statement. It should talk to people, tell them all about you. Allow people to see a glimpse of your personality...

And of course it should be able to hold your whole world.

Here are the bags I wanna be rockin' this winter...

apples...

2011-11-22T15:22:00.000-08:00

This outfit was most definitely inspired by A Beautiful Mess... I just love how she injects colour into her outfits without it being harsh, I love the cute patterns she parades around in and the dotey buckle shoes that just scream vintage. There is something so feminine and quirky about it all... (As I have already told you.)

So I really wanted to get that feel into an outfit of my own. I wore this outfit on Saturday and actually loved it so much that I decided to wear it again today. I never thought of this dress as appropriate for winter, I bought in the summer time so I naturally assumed for summer it should be. But (and I could be wrong) I think it kinda works, Quirky, offbeat and light enough that I can pile on layers. The pattern is simply the cutest in my opinion but everyone thinks they're snowmen and not apples, which is understandable since they are white (also appropriate given the season) but it still bothers me. Grr!

Dress/ Shoes: New Look

Cardigan: My mums

Ring: Etsy

first date...

2011-11-22T11:16:00.000-08:00

Carlow Fashion Blogger Rhona Nolan Talks Perfect First Date Attire from REDradar on Vimeo.

So I was asked to do a little video for the TwoTube website about what I would wear on a first date... It was so much fun to do, rambling in front of a camera is a lot easier than I was expecting it to be. But the people who know me will know that really isn't saying much. The hard part is shutting me up...

Oddly enough I didn't think I sounded like that.

Anyway watch, enjoy, laugh...

graphic monday...

2011-11-21T06:11:00.000-08:00

How darling is this poster... How awesome is this poster! It was designed by Boris Pelcer for "The Roaring Twenties" themed 20th Annual Montessori de Terra Linda Auction, established with the intent of raising crucial funds for M.d.T.L. independent school in San Rafael in California.

I just love everything about it... The colour scheme is striking with that punch of red but still understated. The illustration is simply a work of art, even in the close up. And normally I wouldn't choose a hugely stylized font like that Art Deco one because I feel it just has to be used appropriately. But thankfully he didn't over used it and paired it with that really quirky typeface. And, of course, it has a vintage feel while still staying modern.

Overall I love it! Hope you do to...

images via Behance.net

blog inspiration...

2011-11-19T06:11:00.000-08:00

My latest blog addiction is this cutey pie of a blog called A Beautiful Mess... And what a beautiful mess it is! It is a serious feast for the eyes. Full to the brim with gorgeous outfits, delicious looking recipes and quirky DIYs, you will not know where to start with this blog and you will not want to stop. The blog belongs to the dotey Elsie Larson, co-owner of Red Velvet, an amazing shop so get looking. She has friends that contribute beautiful things to her blog, such as recipes, how to hairstyle posts and random (yet gorgeous) DIY projects. Honestly, there is something for everyone.

I want her home, I want her entire wardrobe, I want her hair, I want her bike and I wanna get baking after reading this blog. It is so colourful, fussy, fun and down right fabulous. It has elements of a vintage lifestyle but with loads of modern twists, this girl is not afraid to have fun with fashion, with food or with life. Definite inspiration to beat those winter blues!

atelier...

2011-11-18T13:01:00.000-08:00

H&M launched their Versace collection in Ireland this week but I have been drooling over the Versace Atelier autumn/winter 2011 collection instead. The elegance and extravagance of it all! It has the essence of the original Versace style (the bold patterns, the vibrant, punchy colours) but I also feel it is very grown up, very demure, very alluring, very luxurious. And of course very quirky! Which is always a good thing. Elegance and quirkiness always make beautiful babies together.

They should carry on making babies...

Every piece from this collection is like a work of art. Exquisite and divine. Stunning from every angle. I especially love the amazing pink number. Talk about eye catching! Why weren't these in H&M?

preppy...

2011-11-17T12:03:00.000-08:00

Gary getting in on the action...

It has taken me since Tuesday to upload these pictures! How wrong is that?! Anyway when I did wear this outfit I was feeling quite preppy. All I was missing was a mocha (which I had later), a pile of books and a blazer. The stripes, the teeny collar, the tasseled heels. It's all so very Harvard!

If only I was remotely intelligent... If only...

But I can make a pretty picture.

Moving along, look how colourful my outfit is? Red, navy, yellowy-green, taupe? I'm like frickin' rainbow! Who'd have thought I wouldn't wear black at all! I don't remember the last time that happened. Really don't think it'll last, winter months really bring out the darker shades in me. Colour is for the days of warmth and sunshine. In my books anyway.

Cardigan: Penneys

Top: Dunnes

Jeans/Heels: New Look

Ring: Lulu's Vintage Closet (Etsy)

luck be a lady...

2011-11-13T14:48:00.000-08:00

I've been feeling all lady like the past few days, haven't been dressing like a lady but most certainly wishing I could purchase a few dainty dresses, or like the whole plus size collection in Modcloth. I was so delighted to see that Modcloth are now doing my size. I am always drooling over their vintage style designs and now I am one step closer to owning something from this beautiful shop. Their dresses are just so amazing, girly and quirky. There is something so different about them, feminine yet eye-catching. Safe to say that I want them all! Just gotta start saving those pennies....

The only problem is these dresses don't really suit college life. One does not have the time to get dolled up to nines when you are rushing into a nine o'clock. Life would be so much simpler if I had the time to be a lady. Am looking forward to being able to dress all pretty and proper everyday of the week when I'm out in the big bad world. No suits for me! No sir!

silver factory...

2011-11-11T10:52:00.000-08:00

So Wednesday night was the launch of the Silver Factory's new autumn/winter collection... I was delighted to have been invited but was devastated that college had to come first (boo fourth year!) Anyway... since the collection was launched I thought I'd have a little mosey on over to the website to see how the brand spanking new collection looked. And, of course, it was all gorgeous (no surprise there). The tshirts he creates are just so... well, perfect (for want of a better word). They work brilliantly on both genders, the designs are works of art, they aren't too expensive (discount on their facebook page) that you fear ripping them to make them work for you, and they are monochrome! (Who doesn't love monochrome?!) What more could ask for?

But I think the best thing about them is their practicality, a horrible word I agree. But think about it, anyone of these tshirts would make any humdrum skinnys suddenly hip. Living in the busy world that is college life (with projects and thesis and all that other shtuff!) these tshirts are simply a god send to the fashion conscious student that has slept in... yet again!

My favourite? Well it would have to be the The End one, oh how I want it!

Young master Cavaliere you've done it again, here's hoping that many more seasons will follow...

simply dotty...

2011-11-08T08:33:00.000-08:00

Ever since I saw this picture on the Topshop facebook page I have been obsessed with polka dots. I mean come on, they are sooo cute! There is something so feminine and youthful about them, even in the darker colours. For me, it's the pattern of the innocent, of the daring, of the weird and wonderful, of the outcasts and the cutey-pies. Such an iconic pattern indeed... Just think of Gwen Stefani in the Don't Speak video, how beautiful was she in that? Or the Licntenstein Woman, also a spotty stunner. Or even Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, true dotty elegance. You know, I could on...

I want all these items... If I had the money my wardrobe would be polka dot crazy (it would also be tartan crazy but that is not the point.) What I love about this pattern is that it fits so well into anyones style, that it works on a pair of shoes, on a dress, on a purse and that it looks great in any colour. Truly one of the most adaptable patterns...

Whether it be big spots or teeny dots, there is a polka for every girl.

graphic monday...

2011-11-07T07:30:00.000-08:00

The illustrations are simply awesome! They are custom designs that were created for the skimboard producer SkimBeam by Fuse Collective. They wanted to embody summer in their designs. I think they did a damn good job too! Even though I have no idea how to "skim" I still want one, really badly. I think they would look awesome as wall art. Don't you think...

Images via Behance Network

wish I was wearing #5

2011-11-05T03:58:00.000-07:00

Tis a brisk chilly morning... Perfect for heeled brogues and opaque tights. I feel like being pretty today, but not heavily girly. A dark palette with a feminine flare. Pleats shown off with rougher fabrics in the belt and shoes. An autumnal warmth on a winters day.

I think this dress and these brogues are simply stunning. That dress would be on my wish list if it were in my size... sadly out of stock though. The brogues however are still in my size so are still within my grasp, just need to do a bit of saving, unless someone wishes to buy me a very early Christmas present...

No? Oh well

I'll keep wishing.

lusting... yet again!

2011-11-04T12:14:00.000-07:00

Apologies for the lack of content in this post, just sharing my latest shoe NEED... It is really quite sad I much I love shoes, especially these shoes! I don't know if I've ever told you but I have a serious love for pony hair... serious love indeed. Every since I borrowed my sisters pony hair heels, sigh.. Anyway these beauties are of course from Topshop. I could be making a massive over statement but I feel these would go with everything.

Ok... maybe not everything, but quite a good bit. Just picture it, Baggy wool jumper and some heavy leggings and these boots. A black maxi skirt and sequined scalloped top and these boots. A fitted shirt tucked into high waisted shorts, a blazer and these boots! Need I go on?

Booties, see you in my dreams...

ahoy!

2011-11-02T06:13:00.000-07:00

I thought I'd post it before it got too far away from Halloween... Last week was my course's Halloween party and in true Rose Tinted Uncertainty fashion I went as a 1940s pin up sailor. I really wish I had a good picture of the whole dress because it is indeed my favourite dress. I'm sure I will make an excuse to wear it again and then there will be photos, I promise.

Anyway I thought you'd all be interested in my attempt at victory rolls. Tricky little buggers indeed! Mountains of hairspray and patience were used. I was happy with the results though and I am planning on mastering the art so I can wear my hair like this more often (without the teeny sailor hat of course). I also had little white gloves as well... I looked awfully cute!

Hat: Made myself

Dress: Vivien of Holloway

Lipstick: Rimmel Alarm

scholar...

2011-11-01T13:13:00.000-07:00

Felt all studious today walking into college with my satchel. Isn't it so pretty! My mum treated me to this a couple of months ago but I only received it last Thursday (they had a serious backlog). I know, she spoils me so. I've wanted one for so long so I was beside myself when it arrived. I'm seriously hoping this satchel will last me a very long time. I got one with a handle so I use it as a briefcase (a really odd and colourful briefcase) for when I am all grown up and in the big bad world.

The only problem is that I'm really precious with the satchel because it's so new, shiney and awesome. I've a fear that I'll get it scratched... Its a terrible fear indeed. I keep smelling it too, odd I know but I do love the smell of leather (don't lie, you do too). The colour is just gorgeous as well, a wonderful way to add a punch of colour during these winter months.

Scarf: Forever 21

Top: Awear

Skirt: Next

Boots: Dunnes

Satchel: Cambridge Satchel Co.

graphic monday...

2011-10-31T08:35:00.000-07:00

I thought I'd share another typeface that I am liking (loving) at the moment. The typeface is called Antechamber and in the words of the designer it is "a hyperstylized display face that draws its inspiration from architecture, drafting, industrial design and other stuff that sounds cool."

It reminds of those little plastic pieces of a toy you'd have to pop out of the little plastic frame (that probably makes no sense to anybody- if it does let me know.)

If you like the look of this typeface you can download it for free here.

smoulder...

2011-10-30T10:41:00.000-07:00

So I am heading out tonight with my gang (clicks fingers) and its the night before Halloween... Now I have already done the dress up thing this week but I do want to do a little something given the occasion. So I decided that I'm gonna be a little adventurous with my eye make up. Gonna go a bit Black Swan, a bit smudgy, a bit dark, a bit mysterious, a bit glamourous. The kind of eyes that will shock and seduce, that will scare and mesmerise.

I bought a new dress that is black and dark green, and it has a gorgeous drapey neck. So I am leaning toward dark green, gold and black for my eyes. To finish the look and gonna mess up the auld hair. Curl it and fuzz it up! Lets just hope I don't scare the boyfriend.

Any plans yourselves for Halloween? Do tell...

Images via we heart it

glitter, tasty...

2011-10-28T14:35:00.000-07:00

As you may have gathered from an earlier post, I am loving Miu Miu's 2011 winter collection. Which, of course, includes there shoes! So I just had to do a post on there stunning little glitter shoe-booty thingys. Yum or what? I think the colours of both pairs work really well annd the shape is so unique. AND they are so sparkly, which is the winning feature in my opinion. A shoe you would buy if you definitely want to stand out from the crowd. I want them, I need them...

Obviously cannot afford these wonders, but a girl can dream...

However, I have found that Topshop have done their own little version of these shoes, slightly more reserved in the colour and shape, so if you aren't in love with insane shoes like me these would be right up your street. They are a stunning version of this style and at approximately €90 they are a damn sight cheaper than my precious Miu Mius.

leather and wool...

2011-10-24T13:23:00.000-07:00

Mondays are my lazy days... I don't have college so I attempt to do college work and thesis stuff. Every Monday I get up and I am all positive that I am gonna rock the day. Then I get started and I get bored, really quickly. I power through for awhile and then I give up and watch telly and surf the web for the rest of the day. Productive I know!

So my Monday outfits consist mainly of comfortable things, things that hang off me and keep me cosy, things such as this awesomely snug jumper and converse. I've actually been living in this jumper (even when it's not part of my original outfit). It is really toasty, so I need not layer just yet.

So in the morning I throw whatever I see on in hope that they work. Today I actually think this outfit works. But I could be wrong...

Jumper: Shutterbug

Leggings: Penneys

Converse: Littlewoods

Rings: Gifts and random jewellers

graphic monday...

2011-10-24T04:02:00.000-07:00

Here are some designs that were created for Wrangler Denim. I love the relaxed and playful vibe of the whole thing. Yet even though it feels relaxed there is a uniformity to it all, within the repetition and colours, making it balanced.

I really like this style. Playful but not fussy. Its expressive without being too in your face (even though the type is MASSIVE.) Plus the idea that it is all done on corrugated metal just makes it better, stops it from becoming flat.

Love, love, love.

images via Behance.net

black & white...

2011-10-21T04:28:00.000-07:00

This editorial is called Up in the Air for Fashion Gone Rogue. The model is Anastasia Yakunina, the stylists are Cally Palmer and Cristal Birch and the photographer is Marco Trunz. These gorgeous photographs were taken in Cape Town, South Africa and the model was lucky enough to be wearing vintage Hermes, Chanel and the likes.

I think these pictures are gorgeous, I think the styling is beautiful, I think the make up is divine and the whole atmosphere and theme of the photo shoot is lovely and old timey (yes that is totally a word.) A world where there was no such thing as casual, where your stockings had seams and glamour and elegance were a must. And what I wouldn't do for one of those little suit cases.

All very Casablanca... Yum!

wish I was wearing #4

2011-10-19T07:03:00.000-07:00

Jaysus there is a serious nip in the air! People are wearing gloves and hats and all that jazz. I'm sitting here working away with the heating on. Last week that would have been unspeakable. Luckily, I love when the weather gets cold. You get the chance to pair things that you normally wouldn't with the wonderful excuse "sure it was freezin' and I had nothing else!"

Cable knit sweaters, soft scarves and chunky brogues (with socks of course) are all necessary staples I need for the next few days (or weeks, probably months). And then all I need (want) is a big dose of colour! I think that would keep me happy and warm.

shoe lust...

2011-10-17T15:14:00.000-07:00

Yet another pair of shoes has caught my eye (well actually several pairs have caught my eye, but that is not the point). I want to talk to you guys about these ones. Why? Because these my friends are part of the Louis Vuitton a/w 2011 collection and therefore completely unattainable. Curse being an unemployed student! If it were possible these babies would be on my feet now (which would look weird since I'm in my pj's but that's how much I love them).

They are from their fetish collection and I think are really the perfect shoe for this autumn/winter. The pick up on several key trends for this season including fetish (duh), sixties and minimalism. And if that hasn't convinced you to go out and buy me (and yourself) a pair then how about the fact that they're sooo pretty!

Am seriously considering popping into Brown Thomas to see if I could try these bad boys on. It might be risky, they'll probably call security on the "crazy woman who won't take the pretty shoes off".

Risky indeed.

graphic monday...

2011-10-17T06:47:00.000-07:00

Here is the cover design for a magazine called Novum, but as you can see the cover is a little bit special. Hundreds of tiny triangles make up the cover, creating a beautiful effect.

So beautiful, in every way... Colour, type, technique. Even if you are not a designer you can still appreciate the colour palette. Colour blocking is in this season.

Gorgeous!

Images via graphic-exchange

miu miu...

2011-10-15T09:33:00.000-07:00

I know in the fashion world we are already looking at Spring/Summer 2012, but I just can't do that. Fashion for me is truly in the now... I want to enjoy my clothes and not yearn too much for the next season. I know that I already do a little bit of that anyway, so looking at next seasons collection would just make it worse.

Anyway, back to Miu Miu. Their Autumn/Winter 2011 collection is in one word DIVINE! It is so lady-like, so elegant, so forties, yet so quirky and youthful all at the same time. I honestly don't think there is a single part of these outfits that I don't like. I mean why would you with the interesting cuts, the muted (yet still strong) colour scheme, the elegant fit of the dresses, the AMAZING shoes... even the hair and shades are gorgeous.

I like to see Miu Miu making lady-like chic a little quirky but yet still wearable. Yes, I am very happy indeed. Now I just need to be able to afford them.

colour...

2011-10-13T11:19:00.000-07:00

So as you all know I'm easing colour back into my monochrome wardrobe. To be honest I just think I don't have any autumnal coloured garments. They are either really dark/black or really bright and fresh. I've no items of clothing that are deep and vibrant. So I think a few key pieces are a need to keep me from becoming too dependent on black and white. The colours that I think I will stick to are burgundy, green and mustard: autumnal and rich.

I wouldn't mind to find any (or all) of these pieces in wardrobe in the coming weeks...

greenish...

2011-10-12T09:38:00.000-07:00

Would you believe I introduced some colour into my outfit today. I know! I'm proud of me too. It was nice to have a bit of pop beneath my burgundy coat and black tights. I can go back to monochrome again now.

Tis a great little skirt this. Bought in a second hand shop and then cut up. It has all the benefits of old lady clothing, comfortable, elasticated and above all swishy. I paired it with a plain white tee and chunky ankle boots. I think the "swishy" material of the skirt is great against the boots. A bit of a juxtaposition. Tough and soft. Sometimes I would be worried about pairing items like these together. Worrying about "mixing genres" and all that stuff. But sometimes you just gotta risk it I suppose, even teeny risks like this. They can pay off...

Top/Tight: Penneys

Skirt: Thrifted

Boots: Dunnes

graphic monday...

2011-10-10T11:38:00.000-07:00

Yes, I have a favourite style of font. I'm convinced that every aspiring graphic designer does. They would be lying if they said they weren't... trust me. Anyway my favourite style is the blocky, slightly elongated version. Now don't get me wrong I do love those gorgeous retro stylized fonts that we are seeing a lot lately, but there is something so clean and effortless about this kind. It dosen't have to yell to be noticed. This type merely has to walk into a room and all eyes are on it.

Yes I'm weird about type.

This gorgeous typeface is called Director by Roman Yarosh.

Enjoy!

comedy...

2011-10-08T05:10:00.000-07:00

that's chic, taghrid, weheartit, the satorialist

So tomorrow night I am heading out for my first ever comedy gig. I know, how have I gone this long without going to one before? Well I was waiting for the right guy... Dylan Moran. Hands down my favourite comedian. Do I need to explain why?

Well anyway me being, well, me; I am racking my brain to come up with the perfect "comedy-show-at-vicar-street" outfit. I have a feeling most people don't give this a second thought. Somewhere between comfy and smart I'm presuming, or maybe just comfy. But that will just not work for me especially since I am also presuming a few jars will be had after said comedy show. So what to wear??? Well, I am going to take inspiration from these lovely ladies. Fun, fresh, with a little bit of sassy smartness thrown in for good measure. I am going to do my hardest to remember to take a photo, so you can all let me know whether I failed spectacularly or not.

In my head at the moment I am thinking black maxi skirt, mary janes and a band tee...

funny bunny...

2011-10-07T16:00:00.000-07:00

How cute is Emma Watson in this picture? Cute but with something slightly devilish behind it all. Taken from her shoot with Paul Rankin for Elle magazine.

And just in time for Hallowe'en.

Also... I want those shoes!

crimson killers...

2011-10-07T11:25:00.000-07:00

Recently I noticed after a night out that my darling little red heels are getting a little worn and aged and could stand to rest for awhile. Bought for my nineteenth birthday by my sister (who, by the way, has a slight obsession with red heels) they have been complimented many a time and have served me well. I will always love and will continue to wear them but I think I need a new pair of crimson killers to carry the heavy burden on their young shoulders. Thankfully there are loads to choose from at the moment. All styles are catered for in this dynamic and dominating colour. From cutie pie to dark vixen, there seems to be a red shoe for every girl.

Here are a few I wouldn’t mind sharing some dances with… Especially the Ellie shoes in the corner. Yes, I think "pin up diva" is definitely the style I should go with.

Agreed.

suit up!

2011-10-04T14:57:00.000-07:00

I had a busy morning ahead of me when I got up this morning (briefs due and the likes) so I felt that comfort was the solution. Practicality is key when you are running around like a headless chicken. So I decided to stick on some tailored black trousers (though I seriously need to take them in-yay!) and dress them down with beat up converse, a quiff and a plain white tee. Once ready I realised I had dressed like Ellen DeGeneres so I couldn't help but dance while printing off my work in class (much to the amusement of my friends).

I have also come to the realisation that I am constantly wearing black and white (tomorrow is no exception) and I beginning to worry that I must be looking terribly dark and moody. I swear I am happy as a clam, I just love monochrome. But I do feel I should breathe a bit of life and colour back into my day to day wardrobe. Colour-blocking is still a key trend and I did try on gorgeous bright pink trousers and then equally gorgeous orange suede wedge ankle boots in Penneys ( I am seriously tempted by the boots, maybe if I spot them back home).

Does anyone else get into a colour palette rut like me? I have a sneaking suspicion it's a seasonal thing.

Jacket: Vintage

Brooches: Etsy/Shutterbug

Rings: Gift/Shutterbug/Dublin

Top: Penneys

Trousers: Awear

Converse: Littlewoods

wish I was wearing #3

2011-10-02T02:05:00.000-07:00

Then rain has stopped... for now, and I still have piles of work to do. Fourth year is so much fun (sigh). I want to feel snuggly and warm but I also feel like dazzling the heck out of people! Just because I am stuck on my laptop all day doesn't mean the wow factor should go out of my outfit. If anything it should give me the excuse to be more extravagant (not really sure why but sure go with me on this one).

Dull days demand sparkle, cold days demand chunky knits and wet days demand platforms to keep me out of puddles.

stiff collars...

2011-09-27T07:59:00.000-07:00

I always liked the idea of detachable collars but being of the large chested persuasion I always thought buttoned up blouses and what not were something I needed to stay away from and simply admire from afar. That was until I saw this picture of Pixie Lott during London Fashion Week wearing the collar like a necklace. I was inspired! Why didn't I think of it before?!

Now I just have to pick one. Shouldn't be too hard, they seem to be everywhere and in many different styles, from floaty chiffon ones to ones covered in spikes to furry ones... I particularly love the little peter pan ones, covered in sequins.

I love sequins.

What do you think of this trend? Hate it? Love it? Fear it?

graphic monday...

2011-09-26T12:42:00.000-07:00

I thought I'd show you my favorite designers. They are called Aesthetic Apparatus and they a print-making/graphic design duo by the names of Dan Ibarra & Michael Byzewski.

I love them, you'll love them...

Enjoy!

need...

2011-09-25T03:48:00.000-07:00

Dear Kurt Geiger,

I need these in my life...

Sincerely,
Rhona

winning...

2011-09-24T10:17:00.000-07:00

See! So happy I'm even smiling

Well you'll never guess what happened this week... I've only just gone and won a SILVER FACTORY tshirt!!! Can you smell the excitement? I think so. I could be possibly too excited, is it possible to be too excited?

Anyway, I entered a competition awhile back on a brilliant blog known as the Licentiate and by random, marvelous luck this beautiful skull tshirt suddenly belonged to me. Sarah from the Licentiate confessed she was a little more than tempted to say it got lost in the post. I am so happy she did not.

Cheers for not keeping it to yourself though I can honestly understand why you would.

The great thing about this top (apart from the amazing print) is the sheer size of it. It's HUGE! Now I know you could get smaller ones but why would you. This tshirt demands excess. It demands to be draped over you not stuck to you. It demands to billow in the wind along with your curls (which happened to me already today). It demands to hang elegantly off your shoulders like the work of art that it is.

Plus it's dead comfy when it's big and baggy.

Thank you to the Licentiate for holding the competition, thank you Shutterbug for stocking such beautiful tshirts and thank you Silver Factory for creating them.

Top: Silver Factory (via Shutterbug)

Treggings: Dorothy Perkins

Converse: Littlewoods

Turqouise ring: Shutterbug

yum...

2011-09-22T12:08:00.000-07:00

I'm not actually in need of a new coat. I have loads, possibly too many. But it has gotten seriously cold all of a sudden. And not that "jaysus it's a bit nippy" cold, I mean the "hair raising, body shivering while you are sitting inside" cold. So forgive me for daydreaming of something a tad thicker than my trusty March-September jacket (honestly I barely wear another jacket). I think I'll be changing over tomorrow once I get back home from college.

Til then, I will lust after this gorgeous wool mac from Asos. Drool with me if you will.

breakfast at tiffany's...

2011-09-21T13:07:00.000-07:00

When I was putting this outfit together in my head (don't judge me - I know you all do it too) I thought how similar this whole look was to Audrey Hepburn's look from the scene in Breakfast at Tiffany's where she is knitting.

You know the one...

Except for some reason I don't look nearly as happy. It's not I'm not happy I just like being moody in pictures (ahem, adds to the cool ya know) and according to the great Sara Devine I "do moody well."

In other news, I LOVE these leggings/treggings/whatever-you-call-them! I wouldn't call them leggings really because they are thick (yay!) but they are super stretchy and high waisted like leggings. Whatever they are I love them. They are a God send. I have been living in them. I should really buy a second pair.

Jumper: Shutterbug

Treggings: Dorothy Perkins

Heels: Clarks

Raybans: Gift

graphic monday...

2011-09-19T14:43:00.000-07:00

Not much to say about this except I love it...

Good night.

Image via Graphic-Exchange

simply...

2011-09-18T08:13:00.000-07:00

Simple does it. Kirsten Dunst always impresses me when it comes to her style. She tries new things and has fun, but never outrageously so. She is not like all the other girls you see. She's different. A style inspiration indeed.

Enjoy your Sunday...

Image via Fashion Gone Rogue

wish I was wearing #2

2011-09-17T04:25:00.000-07:00

A lazy Saturday calls for a not so lazy outfit. Being a student does not lend itself to dressing fussy or fancy. I genuinely crave the days when I can dress like this on a daily basis. Perfect for heading from work to grabbing a few cocktails...

When that happens I can keep my lazy Saturday outfits.

spots and bows...

2011-09-16T11:57:00.000-07:00

Week two in college and things are going fairly well. I haven't crashed and burned... yet.

But enough about that look at my new BOOTS! Needless to say I love them. From Dunnes would you believe. Again, I am in love. Without sounding very cheesy (ahem!) they go with EVERYTHING! Well not everything but quite a lot, could be because I wear a lot of dark colours but that shouldn't take away from the fact that I find them extremely versatile.

Other recent purchases include my dotey little anchor brooch from Shutterbug, ain't it cute!? It is seriously becoming one of my favourite shops. If only I lived closer... And one final note, this is one of the most comfortable dresses I have ever owned. Love it when things are both practical and pretty.

Jacket: Vintage

Pin: Etsy

Brooch/Turqouise ring: Shutterbug

Dress: River Island

Boots: Dunnes

tartan evenings...

2011-09-13T14:45:00.000-07:00

Now it could be because we now seem to have highland weather but I have been seriously crushing on all things tartan lately. All this blustery weather has me dying for heavy wool tartan dresses with thick grey tights and boots. I want to hide from the rain under a tartan umbrella and snuggle up in a heavy plaid scarf.

Warm fire and hot tea.

And tartan...

graphic monday...

2011-09-12T08:10:00.000-07:00

At this very moment I am working on my thesis (blah) but luckily I really love the topic. It's all about topological maps and such. I would go into detail but it would probably bore you all senseless. So to, em, celebrate my thesis (cough) I thought I would dedicate Graphic Monday to it this week.

This map is at the centre of my thesis work. It is the NY subway map designed by Massimo Vignelli back in 1972. Sadly, it did not do well as was discontinued a few years later.

Isn't it the most beautiful map you have ever seen?

I want one, framed no less.

anchors...

2011-09-10T05:39:00.000-07:00

Back in college a week now and I am trying hard to keep posting. The blog is my baby after all, a fat, hungry baby that needs to be fed. I took these photos during the week but only getting round to posting them now. If I can keep to at least one outfit post a week (along with all the other posts of course) I will be pleased. Here I am trying to make what is clearly a summer dress more "September appropriate" with black accessories. I think it works alright. I felt good walking around in it and that's good enough for me.

Fourth year is proving difficult and I wanna get stuck in early to keep my head above water (no pun intended seeing as I am wearing an anchor dress). Do not worry though (I know you are) I will still be around, posting and rambling like always.

Dress/ Shoes: Penneys

Belt: River Island

Tights: Dunnes

a whimsical wilderness...

2011-09-06T12:08:00.000-07:00

Started back to college today and am currently getting stuck into my work... Sigh. No fear though, while I am getting on top of being back to college you can have a good auld read of this guest post by Sinead Kelly of the terribly cute Little Miss Pinki.

I sat in my room and pondered, perched on my bed I trawled through magazines, wondering what exactly I would write for this post. It had to be appropriate for Rose Tinted Uncertainy, I wanted to portray what Rhona portrays in each of her posts – glamour, vintage, classic hem lines and a love for all that is retro, I hoped it would reflect her style and taste in fashion.

Low and behold, I found it!

For those of you who don’t know me, know now that I have quite a weakness for high end ad campaigns. With the new batch coming to life on the pages of the September Issues, the excitement is thrilling.

Let me present to you the Mulberry campaign for Autumn/Winter 2011. A dazzling yet whimsical array of glamour and vintage-inspired look, classic cuts from the 1920s made contemporary for the noughties woman. Lots of layering, winter scarfs and a multitude of textures it’s perfect for the season ahead. The models scream demure screen sirens, yet they are distinctly more laid back. Naturalness oozes from each shot with autumnal shades, warm hues, luxe hair and barely there make-up and of course, the BAGS! (Deary me, they are a tale for another day!) The background with all of its oversized creatures in a cosy sitting room is genius, the use of colour is beyond complimentary in each shot.

It is truly breathtaking. I love!

Enjoy

-Sinéad

graphic monday...

2011-09-05T05:44:00.000-07:00

Yes I am pretty much back in college which means it is time for the return on Graphic Monday! I know you are all terribly excited about it. So to ease us back in I just thought I'd show you the EP cover for the band Feeder's new album. I just love the simplicity of the font for the name, the fact that it is behind the woman (yeah she makes more sense when you watch the video for the title song), the idea of the name written on the woman, the colour of the back ground. I could go on but...

I love it all!

Happy Monday!

wish I was wearing #1

2011-08-31T11:44:00.000-07:00

Basking in the last of the subtle summer rays and watching the leaves change into golden dancers...

In this "transitional period" of seasons (both of the year and in fashion) all I want to do is edge my way into cable knits and opaque tights while still staying fresh with some gorgeous colour blocking (a transitional trend if I ever saw one!)

Wish I was wearing this today.

boots boots...

2011-08-30T03:31:00.000-07:00

I would say it's getting to that time of year again where we start lusting after our winter wardrobe but as we all know I've been feeling the autumnal vibe for some time now. Never the less it isn't stopping me from using autumn as an excuse to drool over these shoes. Sure they'll keep my feet warm and they'll keep me out of the puddles.

They are totally practically...

And divine! I wanna wear them with baggy jumpers and leggings, with chunky socks and maxi skirts, with opaque tights and fitted mini dresses. I just wanna wear them! And since they are worth a pretty penny over in Office it will be (unfortunately) awhile before I shall be wearing them... But I am determined to save up and purchase and then swoon as I look at them on my feet.

But which colour? Leaning towards brown myself.

smooth dizziness...

2011-08-29T09:26:00.000-07:00

I said I wanted a massive wooly jumper and I succeeded in getting one. I love it! It is indeed massive on me and I worry at times that I look too shapeless in it. But isn't that the point... Bagginess that hides all lumps and bumps for that comfy/lazy/hip look. It is also nice and warm, not too warm that I can't wear it in August but warm enough that a vest underneath in winter will keep me nice and toasty. Plus aren't the little stitched on pearls so cute! I didn't want an overly fussy jumper but I didn't want a plain one either, a perfect balance.

I also become slightly obsessed with giant rings (as you may have noticed). Have bought two alone in the past week! Am really creating quite a collection. I really think they add an edge to any outfit, even the most basic/average one. So I think they are gonna become something of a staple for me, especially in college. If I can't look awesome at least my fingers will!

Jumper/Two large rings: Shutterbug

Tights: Dunnes

Boots/Shorts: Penneys

blogger brunch...

2011-08-25T06:13:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I went to a Blogger Brunch at The Cliff Townhouse on Stephen’s Green. It was hosted by the lovely Rosemary Mac Cabe. The brunch was to get bloggers together to chat, have fun, eat sweets and learn about the Dublin Fashion Festival.

The festival kicks off on the 8th of September (which is a Thursday) and runs through the weekend. There will be loads of things to see and do such as catwalk shows, exhibitions, master classes (such as how to walk in high heels and how to get style on a shoestring budget), workshops and so much more. Really a great weekend of stuff and I suggest that you all do at least one thing...

To learn more about the Dublin Fashion Festival just check out their website here.

Sorry for the lack of photos I was too busy talking to people (bad blogger) but here is a snap of the amazing chandelier that was in the room.

chunky...

2011-08-22T03:20:00.000-07:00

Now that I have my brogues and this satchel (thanks mum!) I feel my winter college look is nearing completion. And despite the fact that I love prim and proper looks for the most part, it isn't always appropriate for college. Getting up late, rushing around with bags (and in my case portfolios and massive sketch books), staying up late to work, not trusting the heating systems in your flat/college, well this all leads me away from being a bit of a Joan Holloway to be perfectly honest. Maybe when I'm older.

So what will work? What will still look well on but not require a hour getting ready? What will be warm? And comfy? Chunky knits of course! Cardigans or jumpers I'm not picky...

I'm off to Dublin on Wednesday and I'm looking forward to rummaging through the vintage shops to find me a few bargains. In my opinion it is probably the best place to shop for items like that, there seems to be truck loads of chunky stuff lately! Hopefully I will find some... Maybe with some quirky prints on them!

Just maybe...

a little bit of lusting...

2011-08-20T02:55:00.000-07:00

I have to stop looking at the Zara website. Last week I wanted a snake-print dress and now this Saturday I would gladly take a pair of these please (size 5, thank you very much). Just love the electric blue and the pewter clash, the shape, the heel height, everything!

Gimme!

a night at shutterbug...

2011-08-19T02:34:00.000-07:00

Took a little trip down to Kilkenny last night to visit the newly revamped shop that is Shutterbug. Since the shop opening little over a year ago when it simply dealt with photography and styling it has gone from strength to strength. Christmas time last year it opened it's doors as a vintage shop as well and has become what I can only describe as a cult favourite!

They do have an online shop but if you ever get a chance to visit the shop I strongly suggest that you do... It has such a relaxed vibe to it, you feel like you can simply try on the clothes (for hours) if you wish and waltz around the shop dressed to the nines! I have a cunning feeling that the owner (Blanaid Hennessey) will dress up with you and pose exquisitely beside you...

Their stock is not only vintage, but quirky, rebellious and at times extravagant... I felt like I was wandering through the wardrobes of adolescent outcasts that created their own world of sequins, silk and faded denim. I can imagine them holding their own heart wrenching plays in the back room and then going out on the town in their costumes to blind and dazzle the locals while sipping on expensive champagne and vodka.

Truly the wild ones of Kilkenny.

the big deal knickers...

2011-08-17T04:02:00.000-07:00

Lately I've become obsessed with high waisted panties. I just find them more comfortable, flattering and the hold me in so I have a much smoother silhouette, especially since I love to wear fitted dresses and skirts. The only problem is that the majority of big knickers (in my price range) that are around are those nasty granny ones (which do have their uses but can make you feel less than desirable). For years knickers were teeny and unless you had a massive budget you were forced to wear teeny knickers with cute prints and pretty fabrics or wear big knickers that would resemble your aunts!

Thankfully though, more and more places are making and stocking sexy and luxurious high waisted knickers. From the bra makers Curvy Kate to the good auld Dunnes. But I don't think that's enough. Over the past few months I've been browsing the web to find more high waisted panties to add to my collection and the majority are unnaturally expensive! People seem to link high waisted knickers to either granny pants or super sexy lingerie that only come out when you are seducing your man. And super sexy lingerie happen to have a super sexy price tag that one cannot afford. But why are they so expensive and why do only exotic boutiques stock them? Why can I not find them in Penneys or La Senza on a daily basis (and not one every year or so).

Am I alone in this? Am I the only one who loves seductive high waisted knickers? Is that why they are not trickling down into high street shops at decent prices? Does this annoy anyone else or am I just a wee bit mad?

Rant over...

school shoes...

2011-08-15T07:14:00.000-07:00

I am wondering if anyone else does this... My favourite part of going back to school as a little girl, and then as an older girl, was getting my brand new school shoes. It was so exciting! (You can tell my love for shoes started from a young age.) Anyway, mine would always be patent, I just adored the shiny look of them. Today is no exception... Because even though I am heading into my final year at college I have bought myself a pair of patent school shoes.

I can see myself living in the babies. I always find brogues so comfortable and are great for the cold days when you are simply sick of boots. I am so excited about receiving them that I am already styling them with the rest of my wardrobe. The outfits will be similar to the three below...

This one I love the most... I already have a massive cardigan that was knitted by my mum (thanks mum!) Just need a couple more tea dresses... Surprisingly I have very few!

This outfit I think would be great for days that are finished off in the local pub or cafe. I simply love those burgundy trousers... Must. get. them.

This one will probably be my most common day to day outfit. I am loving buttoned up cardigans for tops at the moment.

Will any of you be buying "back to school" shoes? Or anything else for that matter... Also how would you wear brogues? Am dying to know...

lusting after...

2011-08-13T04:26:00.000-07:00

Just letting you all know what my dreams are filled with this past few days... I saw this dress on one of my favourite international blogs, Fashion Squad. The beautiful Carolina Engman was on top of Etna (yes the volcano) dressed in this extraordinary full length snakeskin print dress with a pair of busted up converse. Oh the juxtaposition, how I love it!

Fortunately it is actually from Zara but unfortunately it is not in my size... Oh well, I will search for an alternative.

finally coming...

2011-08-10T03:32:00.000-07:00

Ladies of Carlow...

I am sure you have known me to go on about the Beauty Spot. Always wanting to go but never was able to, well now that has all changed for the Beauty Spot is coming to Carlow. I am super excited about this. I'm sure you are wondering about the details so here they are...

THE BEAUTY SPOT LIVE - THE ULTIMATE PAMPER PARTY.

Join us for a FREE night of Beauty, Fashion & Fun with Friends.

PROUDLY PRESENTED BY EVE - NO COVER CHARGE

Visiting 14 of the country’s hottest hang-outs with the Ultimate Pamper Party and girls night out!

+ Free makeovers, upstyles & advice from Beauty Spot make up & hair experts at the NYC Beauty Bar.

+ Free Nail Bar

+ Free Hair Advice & Styling Bar

+ Quirky Pop-up shops for you to check out.

+ Summer soundtrack from our Beauty Spot DJs.

+ Full Bar

+ No Cover Charge.

Our beauty bars will offer complementary makeovers, advice and goodies at the Ultimate Pamper Party.

The Beauty Spot Live will be one of the more refreshing events of the Summer!

Each date will also be filmed for our online TV Channel, Stylenation.ie. Photographers will also be on hand to capture the action for you to share later through your preferred social network.

Supported by

EVE - Add some sparkle to your evening with EVE.

NYC COSMETICS

So pretty much it is shopping, pampering and a night out all rolled into one! So I would advise you to slip on your favourite heels and pop down to the Barracks on Friday, 26th of August.

Sure it's free in... ya might as well.

RSVP here.

Image via we heart it

The skirt that blood, sweat and tears built...

2011-08-09T12:04:00.000-07:00

I made this skirt with my mother over a couple of days... It was all going smoothly until we needed to do the waistband, for some reason I could not spin it up on the sewing machine correctly. We must have done it about three times until we gave up and I let my mum do it. Then we had to put the zip in. We couldn't find the zip we bought, anywhere! So the next day we bought another zip. So after the zip was in and we hemmed it up and ironed it smooth and all that I went (gleefully) to try it on. Twas about three inches too big! Which confused us because we measured it correctly and I don't remember losing three inches off my waist in the past two weeks (if I have, yay!) I was not qualified to take the skirt correctly, regular sewing I was grand at but neither my mum or I trusted me to correct the mistake without ruining the skirt. So mum went back at the sewing machine, ripping out my good (in my opinion) sewing and re sewed it... After that I tried it on again. It was now too tight. I was thinking sure maybe I could live with it but mum took it off me again, ripped out the zip and then sewed it back on with a centimeter extra.

Put it on...

Perfect.

Top/Heels: Penneys

Skirt: Homemade (material: Threads of Green)

Rings: Gifts

oh boy...

2011-08-07T04:30:00.000-07:00

If I had the money these would be in my wardrobe... They cost around €130 each and are made to order, so they would fit you like a glove! They are from an etsy shop called Dig for Victory, a British shop (so you won't get nailed with taxes). The shop creates limited edition dresses from vintage fabrics. So they are made to fit you and are made from excellent material. Yum!

I'd say if more people knew about them they would be snapped up quickly! Why wouldn't they, not only are these dresses stunning and highly flattering but considering they are made to order they are quite cheap. Many people would pay that kind of money for similar dresses or some evening dress for a big occasion. Imagine wearing one of these to a wedding, all eyes would be on you... the bride would be pissed!

If you like, have the cash and need a dress for some big event then go get one! And then tell me all about it!

Would make me dead jealous...

Cannot help but strut...

2011-08-06T03:43:00.000-07:00

You don't need a mini skirt to be stared at, you don't need a low cut top to catch their attention. All a girl needs in her wardrobe is that figure hugging pencil skirt. Teamed with some simple high heels to give your pins that extra va va voom.

For me the pencil skirt is the perfect skirt for day to night. It surprises me how many women think that this brilliant skirt is old fashioned or worse yet, are afraid of it. But worn right I believe you can be respected (and envied) at work, have them eating out of the palms of your hands at night and by no means feel frumpy. The secret is the fit, in my opinion at least. You want one that hugs your curves but comes just below the knee. Sexy but still respectable...

Asos have some amazing pencil skirts at the moment.

The pencil skirt is my skirt of choice for this autumn/winter, it has a great way of making me feel all woman rather than just being ladylike. Just slip on a pencil skirt and watch them watch you walk away!

All girls should feel desirable...

Images via we heart it and asos