The Best Shoes To Get Your Boyfriend- Chatham Shoes Review !

It's nearly time for the festivities (yes, we're already anticipating Christmas and the New year) and it's time to start thinking early about what to get your husband/ boyfriend/ best friend/ boss or male colleague for the jolly, happy season. Every year, I struggle to think of good gift ideas for guys- the standard tie, speakers, earphones and socks gets a bit boring. But then I stumbled across this briliant shoe shop called Chatham, a luxurious British shoe company that sells products that are high quality, aesthetic and classic.  

The fact that they're a reputable company means that Chatham's shoes are of excellent quality. In fact, some of their shoes have a 2-year guarantee so you can pretty much guess what standard these shoes are coming from. I fell in love with their famous deck shoes as they have some of the most stunning designs for men and women that I've ever seen. They also had lots of other choices on the site, so I decided to order a pair of leather desert boots for my man. 

Milton Premium Leather Desert Boots- £69 

Now, I'm not a newbie at online shoe shopping. However, I have to say that Chatham's desert boots really impressed me when it arrived after a few days of me ordering it. Quality-wise, the boots are made rom premium tan leather and features brown laces. It also had contrast stitching and leather pull tab. Therefore, the whole of the shoe looks incredibly well-made and finished - it was matte in texture which was great, and the fact that it's a pair of desert boots made from leather gives it a unique edge.

The boots also felt super comfortable to hold and touch. The best thing about Chatham shoes is that they all have a Chatham Memory Foam underfoot on a light weight rubber sole. This means that the shoes aren't too heavy and uncomfortable to walk in. On the contrary, I have a feeling that these boots will be one of the most comfortable shoes that any guy can ever wear!

Chatham shoes also has lots of other choices if desert boots aren't for your taste. When I was choosing this gift for my boyfriend, I thought about getting other styles like the brogue boots or their deck shoes, but I felt like going for something a bit different. However, all their styles are super classic and sophisticated, so they would all make fantastic gift ideas for guys.

Overall, I can't wait for the holidays to come because I've got my present sorted. Thanks to Chatham, shoe shopping for guys and girls just got much easier. They also have lots of women's shoes that you can check out, so don't forget to let me know what you think!

Visit Chatham: www.chatham.co.uk

Ellie Goulding AW17 Deichmann Collection- a first look + review!

Hey lovelies! I've got something really excited to share with you today! For those of you who love Ellie Goulding's music (if you don't know who she is, she's a huge international pop star with lots of top hits such as "Lights" and "Love Me Like You Do") you'll be super excited to know that she has partnered with Deichmann to launch her first AW17 shoe collection this fall! 

Deichmann is one of the world's most reputable and leading shoe retailers, and they've partnered with Ellie Goulding to showcase her favourite styles, which includes boots, heels and lots of different items for you to choose from. The Ellie Goulding Star collection can be viewed on their site, and they are centred around a very "rock-star", urban and edgy look. All of Ellie Goulding's shoes are fantastically chic and too-cool-for-you, so it's no surprise that they have lots of ankle boots with chains, studs and embellishment. 

For the more girly girl, they also have heels and softer styles such as court heels, lace-up heeled boots and very classy espadrilles and flats. Anyways, I was kindly sent two pairs of shoes to show you guys- it was so hard to choose from the 60 styles they have, but I somehow managed! 

My first pair of shoes was this gorgeous Chelsea Boot - it costs 34.99 pounds but it feels like a pair of 100 pound shoe because of it's incredible quality. It's really well made and quite heavy-duty, and doesn't feel like it will fall to bits the moment you put it on. That's the best thing about buying from Europe's biggest shoe retailer- the quality is really guaranteed! I love this pair of shoes because they're super comfortable too - the heels are low and they look so chic with a leather jacket and tights. 

I also couldn't resist getting a pair of Caged Heeled Sandals- my heels have been broken for quite a while now, and I needed a pair of cool heels for formal dinners and dates. This pair of heels really makes me look like Ellie Goulding or a rock star- it's super stylish, cool and looks great with jeans or a dress! It's also made from high-quality suede materials and they're super comfortable. I totally adore it!

The collection follows spring/summer 2017, when the singer selected a range of colourful espadrilles, wedges and elegant lace-ups under the motto ‘Rock your look’. The European launch event was held at MC Motors in Dalston, East London in February.

The new ‘Ellie Goulding for DEICHMANN‘ collection is available in stores from 28th August 2017 and online at deichmann.com (check them out now!).

The styles cost between £19.99 and £39.99. Overall the collection will be available in stores and online in 21 European countries! What are you waiting for, get shopping now!

Ethically Produced Activewear- Local Outerwear Tryout and Review

Ever wanted ethical, high-quality sports clothing made completely in the European Union? Want clothing produced entirely in the EU? Have no fear, for Local Outerwear is an awesome, ethical brand that specialises in sports, biking and street clothes for men and women. Their motto “Be local, wear local – in the woods, parks and trails of this world.” represents the naturalness and wholesomeness of their brand. Their main focus 

Here's what makes Local Outerwear stand out from other shops: 

• 100% of their fabric comes from EU - this means that there are no sweatshop labour, no unethical materials and their materials help local businesses thrive and survive. 
• 100% produced in the EU - again, this means that every single one of their items are high-quality and made to order using the highest-skilled labour and are produced wholly in the EU. 
• Ethically sustainable and sourced - fast-fashion is definitely not sustainable, and Local Outerwear pledges to commit to ethical practices which is good for both the environment and the people who make your clothes. 
• No brand in the actions and sports scene that does this - you'll have a hard time finding ethical sports clothing which are completely made in the EU, at least for the whole collection! Local outerwear has 4 special collections (bike, street, motocross and water) for their different sportswear categories! 
• Super well-designed and well-made- all their designs are carefully curated by their team and are made so that sports clothes can be fashionable and durable at the same time! 

As a supporter of ethical fashion, I ordered a huge haul from Local Outerwear for both my family and I, and here is what I think of the things I received. 

1) LS Jersey "Dirt"- I got this for my boyfriend because it is sporty, classic and has a cute raglan sleeve, which is rather stylish and fashionable for guys. I think raglan sleeves always give off a classic, "I don't care" vibe but also looks very good on sporty, athletic men who are always out and about. This jersey tee is long-sleeved, which is good if one is out during the cooler nights cycling or exercising. It also has a lovely smooth material to it, which keeps you cool when you sweat. It's really well-made and I'd definitely say that this jersey shirt is worth all the money.

2) Wave Sweater- this is arguably my favourite item from my haul, because it is super soft (made from 100% cotton) and has the coolest design ever. It has a wave printed on the front and looks super sophisticated and chic, sort of like a street wear slash what Kanye West would wear on his rainy days. But this sweater is actually designed to give off a "street" or casual vibe, and it does the job very well. I got a size L but it fits for a girl too, as it's pretty nice in giving an oversized look. 

In terms of quality, the sweater is one of the best I've ever seen. It has impeccable stitching and is made from a very high quality fabric. Even the cotton is better than most of the shirts I own in my wardrobe! My boyfriend told me he wears this everyday, and I'm not surprised! 

 3) Blue Jeans (Largo)- this pair of jeans was a men's pair for my boyfriend, who rarely wears jeans. I wanted to go for a dark wash pair as it's more classy and can be styled way more easily. I picked this because it was made from pure cotton, and looked really urban and stylish. In fact, this pair of jeans was awesome because it came in a really dark colour, which would get lighter as you wash it. It's also quite fitting, and I'd recommend getting your regular size. I love the quality and the style, and they all have a Local Outerwear sign embossed onto the jeans. Talk about fancy!

Now, I'm going to talk a bit about Local Outerwear's women's street wear range. I also bought 3 items for myself, and I've styled them in very simple, relaxed ways for you so you can see how they look. I'm 5'6 tall and I got sizes S and they fit pretty well. The first style I tried on was the Waves Sweater that I talked about above. It was super comfortable and oversized on me, but it still looks great!

The 4th and 5th items I got for myself was this simple Plain T-shirt and Blue Jeans (Chula)- these were from their street collection so it's made to be relaxed, urban and chic. In fact, it reminds me of those cool street wear from Topshop or Urban Outfitters, only these were much better quality and exclusively made. I think the t-shirt is super soft and drapey, and is long so it fits well over a pair of jeans or leggings. It's also super simple and has a cap sleeve - I totally love it!

The blue jeans was also a lovely garment, as it was a dark wash which I'm sure would get lighter in the wash. Dark jeans always looks very elegant and more demure than lighter jeans, and I'd say they make me look more sophisticated and mature. I love how this look goes well together, and I walked all day in these jeans without feeling any discomfort at all!

6) Sublime Sweater- the last thing I got was this beautiful, bold red sweater. Red's always an interesting colour because it can be worn with anything, but will still make you stand out from the crowd. I love the quality of this sweater- it was lined with fleece and feels super warm and comfortable. I wear this indoors and it just feels beautifully warm and lovely! Again, an excellent piece of clothing!

If you're an ethical fashion lover like me, Local Outerwear is definitely your shop. They're the only retailed with fabrics made 100% in the EU and they have whole collections for their sports series, so do check them out!

The coolest graphic t-shirts ever? A Curartee Review

I've been obsessed with graphic t-shirts lately- they're casual, cool and looks super awesome tucked into a shirt or a skirt. They're also excellent gift ideas for guys and I wanted to share one of my recent favourite shops for tees. I got 2 t-shirts from Curartee, a super cool graphic t-shirt shop that sells wonderful, gorgeous designer tees for men. 

Seriously, Curartee is an extremely cool shop because all their t-shirts are designed by artists and everything is printed in Cornwall, UK. This means that every shirt is made to order, and everything is high quality and fantastically made. They also have lots of cool collections, like their Animal collection and Nature collection, which features designs that fall under a certain theme. I've chosen to review 2 of their tees from the Animal collection because who doesn't love animal prints! 

My lovely package arrived very quickly after ordering, and the tees looked even better in real life than on their website. The first tee I got was the Cool Dog Men's t-shirt- this caught my eye because of the funny and interesting design and drawing. I love dogs, and I loved the fact that the drawing had a dog with a hilarious tie at the front! I ordered a size M and the tee fits my man and I perfectly. In fact, I think they'd look good as unisex t-shirts too, as you can see from some of my outfits below! 

I also got a Don't Let The Sun Go Down t-shirt which featured a cute polar bear wearing sunglasses. I thought that the design was fantastic and again, very funny, and it looks really good paired with some jeans or a skirt. Seriously, graphic tees always look fantastic no matter how you wear them! This tee was also a size M and fits both guys and girls really well. They're sized on the smaller side, so make sure you order a size up if you want a more oversized look.

In terms of the quality of the tees, I'd say that they're one of the softest and comfiest t-shirts I've ever owned. Curartee makes all their shirts using 100% cotton, and the printing is done via high quality DTG so they don't pop out but remains on the prints wash after wash. I'm very impressed with the quality of Curartee and they truly have some of the best designs that I've ever seen!

Overall, I'm very happy with my purchases from Curartee. They've managed to make my love for graphic t-shirts even stronger, and their designs are unique, chic and stylish. 

What do you think? 

Gift Ideas For A Working Man - WHT Shirtmakers Review !

For those of you who's been following my blog, you know that I love shopping for my man. It makes me feel good when he looks good, do you know what I mean? Anyway, since my partner got a new job recently, I decided to gift him a new shirt for his birthday. I ordered a lovely custom-made shirt from WHT Shirtmakers, a premium custom, bespoke and luxurious shirt maker from the UK. 

What's so special about them? WHT Shirtmakers provide finest handmade shirts to the highest standards in the truly traditional style, and they're nothing like the mass fast-fashion that you see in other shirt shops. Other shirt shops make their shirts using pre-existing shirts, but WHT Shirtmakers prefers to start from scratch. Yes, that's right! They make the shirt completely from beginning to end, making sure it fits your every need. 

They're also very British, so all their materials and styles are clean, simple and elegant. Getting a shirt from them means that you're going to get a classic shirt, and I mean in a traditional British gentlemanly sense! Without further ado, let's move onto my experience of ordering from them for the first time! 

A labour of love- my lovely WHT Shirtmaker shirt! 

WHT Shirtmakers uses a simple and accessible online platform where you can choose fabrics and enter the measurements of your choice. I chose a checkered, blue/white fabric with a windowpane pattern because I thought it looked fancy and elegant. They have lots of other choices too, but once you select the material, another screen pops up and you get to enter your measurements. There's a fully customized option where you can enter more measurements too!

Once ordered, the shirt takes around 4 weeks of the order. This is a fairly reasonable time, and is quite quick compared to other shops that I've used before! Anyways, my shirt arrived within a month and it was wrapped beautifully in a black bag.

Quality-wise, it's excellent. The stitchings are all perfectly sewn and there were no loose threads or any imperfections. The buttons also looked strong and sewn on well, and the shirt had the exact customized collars and handcuffs that I wanted. The shirt is 100% made from cotton and felt lovely and soft when I unwrapped it for inspection. It also has real peal buttons, which is a rarity as many other shops use fake pearl buttons.

Fun fact: The best way to test if buttons are made from real peals is that when the buttons against your teeth, it produces a sharp "click", while plastic will produce a duller sound, more like a "clack."

In terms of the fit, I think the shirt fits really well. Compared to other shirts that my man owns, this shirt is very form-fitting and fits in all the right places. It was actually really spot on, as my boyfriend had wide shoulders and a narrow waist, and a lot of shirts don't fit at the right places. I'm really happy with it, but if you're not, their customer service team will help you get a better fit.

Overall, I'd rate WHT Shirtmakers a solid 5/5 due to their impeccable designs, quality service and beautifully-made luxurious shirt. They also sell women's shirts so I might just get one for myself!

It's definitely not too expensive for the normal working guy or girl, so you should check them out right now!

Podiatric, Arch support Shoes- Vionic Shoes Review

I'm always on the lookout for comfortable, walkable shoes for both my family and I. Imagine my surprise when I found Vionic Shoes, a retailer which sells podiatrist-designed shoes with special "Orthaheel" technologies, which provides superior orthotic support, relief and stability which helps realign the feet back to their natural position. 

They have their own team of designers who does research on the best types of heels and soles to relieve pains, backed up by years of scientific research and testing. As such, Vionic Shoes help relieve associated common aches and pains, such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain. This means that they're pretty much everything that my dream shoe would be! 

I bought 2 pairs of shoes for my boyfriend as it was his birthday a few weeks ago, and here are my honest thoughts on their shoes. Just a side note- Vionic Shoes also sells comfortable heels and shoes for women as well as men, so it's not just for guys! I also took lots of photos for you all to enjoy! 

Bruno Oxford - Grey - $149.95 

The first pair of shoes that I bought was a beautiful pair of suede Oxfords. I chose this shoe because it was stylish and classy, and seemed like a very English pair of shoes to own. I think it would look great on men who are into a more sophisticated and simple look. Design-wise, the shoes are perfectly made to look elegant and detailed, with little stitchings and threats that runs all across the top of the shoe. It also looks sleek and pointed, which gives off a more polished look.

Quality-wise, it is excellent as you wouldn't expect less for the price. What I loved most about this pair of shoes is that it had a really good finishing, and it was made from real suede and had a removable inner sole. Vionic Shoes designs their soles using special technology, and they feel oh-so-wonderful when you wear their shoes. My boyfriend told me it was the best pair of Oxfords he has ever owned!

Comfort-wise, the Bruno Oxford is one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes that anyone can get. It's designed to fit your feet perfectly, and probably does better after a few wears than from when it was brand new. Leather and suede are highly breathable materials, and these oxfords really does stand out in that they can be worn all day without any discomfort! Definitely a 5/5!

Preston Slip On Loafers- $149.95 

Any guy has to own a pair of classic loafers, and with Vionic Shoes there is no shortage of good ones to choose from! This Preston loafers was one of the shoes that I got because it was simply stylish and gorgeous, and had a lovely brown colouring to it. I love loafers because of how easy they are to wear and style- these are supremely well-designed and made and as you can see there are lots of little details on the shoe. It's made from soft, durable leather and feels super soft and comfortable.

Quality-wise, again Vionic Shoes never disappoints. The soles are really unique as they are especially designed to prevent heel pain and make walking easier, and my boyfriend told me that they were extremely comfortable even after hours of walking and standing. I love the slimming effect of the shoes too, and the lower soles are thick, sturdy and solid. Again, this pair of loafers was a perfect fit and their sizing is on par with whatever your real size is.

Overall, I highly recommend Vionic Shoes for those who want arch-support, has foot problems or feet pain.They have a huge range of men's and women's shoes for everyone, including boots, loafers, heels and slippers. I just wish I bought some for myself!

Website: www.vionicshoes.com

I Love Denim and Suede! Shanghai Trends Review

Shanghai Trends is a cool shop that sells Asian fashion in the UK for super affordable prices. Inspired by Asian fashion and online marketplaces, this shop is aptly named and super fun to browse on, as they have lots of different Korean and Japanese-styled fashion and new updates almost every other week.

Their mission is to bring Eastern trends to the West, and to achieve this they frequently update their store with new products at the lowest possible prices. They pride themselves on excellent customer service and a fast delivery service, with no hidden costs or nasty charges.

I am lucky enough to be able to try out some of the items from their shop. They sent me 3 cute items which I received via DHL shipping around 7-15 days after the order. I love the shipping method- it's quick, secure and beautifully packaged.

The first thing I got was a pair of beautiful black embroidered boots. This is something I've seen on celerities like Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian, and it's simply quite sexy and chic at the same time. The quality of these shoes are fantastic! They're really comfortable, tough and and made from strong suede, which won't break or feel hard. I'm a bit worried that they're not waterproof though, but it looks really pretty.

The next thing is a cute vintage oversized denim jacket. I've always wanted a denim jacket and this one is one of my favourite items as it's so Korean-looking. I'm always into k-fashion and this oversized style is perfect for a casual, chic look. I paired it with leggings and trainers for a youthful look.

The last thing I got is a cute tan asymmetric t-shirt. This is a surprise as it was very silky in real life, and you can't tell it from the photo. This tee is one of my favourite t-shirts ever, as it has studded shoulders and an asymmetric hem, which is so unique. I love the colour too! It's perfect for a casual look or a lazy day out.

Overall, the quality of Shanghai Trends's clothing is excellent. Shipping was fast, and the styles they have are ever-changing, dynamic and interesting. I simply can't stop looking at some of their cute wedges and shoes, as well as their pretty dresses and tops!

Check them out, and let me know what you think!

I'm A Biker Jacket Kinda Girl - a Iimaima Review

Starting university (again) is always stressful. I've just moved into a new room, a new environment and a new school, and it's so hard for me to pack everything up from home and decide what to bring to my new place! Hence, I recently decided to buy a new biker jacket from Iimaima, a super cool online shop that I discovered whilst browsing the web. 

A little about their shop- Iimaima is a contemporary and modern women's brand which sells creative, artistic pieces in neutral and pastel colors. Their collection is pretty interesting - nude colors, pastel colors, embroidery, cotton, woven fabrics, you name it, they have it, but what they have in common is that all their designs are all classic and ageless. They create a really nice silhouette! 

NALANI Hand embroidered biker vanilla jacket- € 226

Don't get me wrong- Iimaima's range is quite elegant and are priced in the mid-to-high end of things. My new biker jacket was over 200 euros, but when it arrived at my doorsteps, I knew that every penny was worth it. It is the MOST STUNNING jacket I've ever owned, and looks super classic and sophisticated. The design is simply amazing, as it is embroidered all over the sleeves and back, and it has a lovely shape to the jacket.

As to the quality, I have to say that for the price, this jacket is absolutely on par with large fashion brands like Chanel or Gucci. It's just so well-made (it's made in India) and it's also totally created from cotton fabrics, which felt really soft on the skin.

The fit is pretty perfect, for I got a UK size 8 (EU 36). I'm in between sizes so I'd recommend getting the smaller size if you want a biker jacket, but they have pants and tops which should fit according to your normal size. They have a really helpful customer service team if you ever need anything!

Lastly, I just want to talk about their collections, which are so stunning. I got my jacket from Iimaima's Hand Embroidered Collection, which features beautiful dresses and tops. I particularly love their corset dresses and their large cocoon jacket, which are totally items I'd get next time. They also have other collections such as their "Modest" collection and "Spring/ Summer 17" collections, which you must check out!

Hope you like my review! Do check out Iimaima's site!
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Rosegal Halloween Special 2017

Rosegal is having an awesome, super special Halloween deal where everything is super cheap! In fact, most of their items are on sale at the moment to get ready for October 31st, where everything comes out of the dark (literally). Halloween is always a time when everyone struggles to think of costumes and stuff, and I'm also thinking what I should be.

A ghost? A spider? A cute cat? I'm thinking I should buy some fake blood and spray my white shirt with it, but that would be quite garish. Or I might buy a cute spider hood from them (below) and wear it for fun, would that be cute?

They have a trick of treats competition too to win a $100 gift card (click here to enter it). The instructions are:

1. Guess the Halloween characters and leave your answers in the comments section.（Multiple answer from the same person will only count as one ）

2. The Higher amount of correct answers = Higher value Coupon. When correct answers reached 20/40/60, the coupon will increase to $5 off $49/ $10 off $89 / $15 off $100.

3. When comments reached 100, Rosegal will offer $100 Gift Card to every 3 participants who answer all four characters correctly.（Multiple comments from the same person will only count as one ）

4.This event ends on October 31st. The characters in the picture will be revealed & Coupon will be announced after the event ends.Rosegal is ready for the Halloween. How’bout you?

What are you waiting for, enter it now! I have already!