Quick & Easy Plait Up Do.

I don't profess to being a whizz when it comes to complicated hairstyles. I've not even mastered the french plait well enough to leave the house, but this is a gorgeous up do that even a complete beginner could do. If you know how to do a basic plait you'll be able to create this! 

It's just four easy steps... 

Step 1. 

I find styling this works best with slightly damp hair, I've just sprayed some leave in conditioner through my willing assistant's hair. 

Step 2. 

Plait away! Just make sure the two plaits at either end of the row are plaited back across the ear, as it will form your first row. Repeat until all sections of hair are plaited. 

Step 3. 

Bring each plait at each end across the head and secure with kirby grips at both ends. 

Step 4. 

Repeat until plaits are securely gripped working in an alternate pattern across the head. If some plaits are too long simply grip then bring the remaining plait back across the head in the opposite direction. 

It's as easy as that! Spray with a little hairspray to hold and you're done. 

It's perfect easy up do that would be perfect for a relaxed day out or a bridal style, it's that versatile. 

xx

Home Additions.

Recently, I've been feathering the nest. I'm not sure if it's the change of seasons or my recent obsession with all things interior, but here are a few gems I've collected. 

First and foremost, big up to TKMaxx. I've you've never delved into the Aladdin's cave of homeware you are seriously missing out. It's a dangerous place my friends. 

The gorgeous photo-less photo frame is the exact fit for how I'm liking things at the moment. Clean, fresh and cute. I just need to decide on a photo now! 

Pillow's are courtesy of TK's and a gift from mother. They're a vast improvement to the ancient Habitat numbers that have adorned my bed for yonks. All I need now are two plain white monsters and we're there! 

Finally, I've really got into smells at the moment. I've always been a candle fiend but this cute Bahoma room diffuser is a nice thing to have if you want to come home to a fresh, floral bedroom. The candle* is my latest addition from The Body Shop. The Vanilla & Tonka Bean scent is the perfect warm creamy vanilla that I adore but doesn't smell too sickly that it's hard to stomach. It's a winner. 

What are you adding to your abode this season? 

xx

Wednesday Wishlist: Whistles.

I'm having a bit of a Whistles moment right now. Simple. Chic. The grown up Zara. 

1. Josa Shoulder Detail Sweater

2. Burlington Bag

3. Becky Bead Bracelet

4. Mirabelle Filigree Ring

5. Mai Tai Court Shoes

6. Isobel Boucle Drape Jacket

Laura xx

In Print.

Top: New Look

Trousers: H&M

Shoes: New Look

Bag: Primark

Rings: F21/Accessorize

Lips: Collection 2000 Cream Puff in Fairy Cake

I've been on the look out for a Aztec/Tribal print tshirt for a while that isn't in a multitude of colours, I found it tucked away in my local New Look. It strikes the right balance between embracing the trend but still sitting comfortably within my own style. Lovely!

I've cracked out my trusty H&M Black Trousers again, I really want another pair but cannot for the life of me find any...Le sigh.

Do you like to embrace trends feet first, or prefer to blend them in a little more subtly to your wardrobe?

Laura xx