Like an Eagle, Just Soar!







 






What a week! I've just returned from London after an amazing three day adventure experiencing my first Fashion Week! 

Aaaand rewind!!! So I know it has been a while since I posted  - as in October - and a lot has happened since then. I started a new job, moved into a new apartment, and joined forces with my partner in crime to establish our own brand! So there you have it, long story short. 

Cut to present day and our brand, SELFMADE, is the reason why we had a few short but fantastic days in London town. YAY! 

More on SELFMADE in a later post...I promise! 

For now though, a quick outfit post of one of my LFW rigouts. Man it felt good to get out of my everyday uniform of various black ensembles, so good that I decided to do a complete one eighty and don the cream and topped it off with an own brand SELFMADE jacket. 
Lots of people watching, sneaky Instagramming, trend spotting, and coffee drinking - twas a good day! 


A lil streetstyle snap captured by @victorgraphy.co 

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Golden Eagle Jacket - SELFMADE
Shearling Collar - Folkster 
Culottes - Topshop (similar here and here)
Belt - Vintage (Thanks Mom!) 


Photos by Tobi Balogun @tobi_specs

Summer Daze











Today was one of those rare occasions whereby the summer decided to grace Ireland with its presence, and what a day it was! 

Needless to say it was the first day of the summer I've donned a pair of shorts, and my milky pale pins got a chance glow in the glorious sunshine! 

I realise that it has been quite some time since I last posted - my Masters studies have taken over my summer to say the least. But alas, I am almost there! My final group thesis was submitted yesterday and all that remains is our corresponding presentation, which takes place next week. I can smell the freedom! 

Then, it is on to the next chapter! What that is or where that will be still remains to be seen but I do know that I am excited for change and intrigued by new adventures. 

Alas, I'll relish in the goodness of days like today, worry free days to take the time to relax and basque in the wonder of the summer sun. 



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Kimono, Belt and Vintage Levi's Cut-Offs - Shutterbug Vintage 
Fringe Sake Boots - Folkster
Vanessa Mooney Pendat - Folkster (similar here)
Top - River Island (a bazillion years ago!)

Boohoo Spring Summer 15


Styled by Sinéad: The Pinstripe Coat








(Coat: Asos; Denim Shirt: Penneys/Primark; Culottes: River Island; Mesh Heels: Folkster; Bag: Vintage Chanel) 
I attended the Boohoo.com Spring Summer 2015 Press Preview this week in the Morrison Hotel, Dublin, and what a lovely evening it was! 

Live DJ, yummy nibbles and drinks, and a whole lot of brand new styles, you could say I was in my element! 

So many gorgeous colours, amazing patterns, fantastic range and really good quality pieces arriving on the site in the coming weeks, the beckoning summer is certainly on the way! 

The true boho at heart, the new 70s inspired bohemian range is to die for. Suedes, fringe, tribal pattern designs, denim accents and so much more, I can't wait to pick up a couple of pieces. 

The Boohoo sportswear lines are fantastic too, I was very pleasantly surprised at how good the quality is yet the designs are innovative, daring and downright awesome! 

I've done a quick round up of my top picks for the season, cannot wait for them to land online! 










Accessory Hero: The Cross Body Bag

Styled by Sinéad - The Cross Body Bag


(Photo by Sarah Orr; Outfit: Fedora and Cape - Folkster.com, Dungarees - Zara, Bag - Vintage Chanel)








(Images via Pinterest) 

Lusting, drooling, dreaming of all the beauts above made me realise how intrinsic a good cross body bag is to your wardrobe! 
Small and dainty yet juuuust the right size to hold all of your everyday essentials (as opposed to hauling around the kitchen sink!)

Ok, so my dream round up may be a little above budget at the moment, but a girl can hope right? 

My advice if and when you decide to invest (note my assurance - they will be mine!), I say go big or go home! 
Not in the sense of size but more so in the sense of choosing the right one for you in the pattern, colour, shape and texture you looooove! 
That pony hair Chloe Drew bag or the YSL Python Tassle bag - just too much - I adore <3 

These pretty little things last a lifetime so you want to feel that sense of excitement every time you wear yours! 

Now to check the piggy bank...! Happy lusting! 






Overall


Styled by Sinéad: Dungarees


 Photo by Sara Orr






Images via Pinterest


Not for the faint hearted, the dungarees is one of those hate-to-love/love-to-hate pieces.
Personally, I'm a fan! 

A one-piece wonder that can be dressed up or down whatever the occasion is a win-win in my wardrobe! 

Not convinced? Look to Pinterest for oodles of dungarees-wearing inspo - you won't be disappointed.

I have worn my trusty denim pair over and over. For work, to photo shoots, to festivals, to dance practice, to after-work drinks - you name it! 

I've styled mine above with a simple black crop underneath, my treasured tattoo cape, a fedora and simple sandals - fit for any day-to-night occasion that may arise. 

With all sorts of dungarees available, I'm currently lusting after a leather pair, and so the hunt begins...!

Like it or love it, the dungarees have won a place in the heart of fashions elite. The images above are just a teaser of how to WERK yours! 


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Dungarees - Zara (similar here)
Fedora - Folkster
Tattoo Cape - Folkster (similar here)
Sandals - American Apparel
Bag - Vintage Chanel