I love the way that every time there is a crisis in the world Fashion always does its part to help, and it's nice to know the money you're spending is going to a good cause.  After the devastation that the earthquake caused Japan Uniqlo has teamed up with 10 celebrities who have each designed their own t-shirt to show their support for Japan...

Getting back to the A-Z of my favourite things, it was so obvious that G had to be for Gossip Girl.  I used to bloody love The OC and when the 4th season was cut short and the show was cancelled I was absolutely gutted.  What was I going to do without Ryan Atwood and Seth Cohen in my life?  Then it was announced that Josh Schwartz was going to turn Gossip Girl into a show I couldn't wait to see if it could live up to my expectations after The OC.  To start with I wasn't 100% sure about it but now I don't know what I would do without Chuck Bass, Blair Waldorf and Serena Van Der Woodson.  Not only is it an addictive show but I absolutely love seeing what wardrobe designer Eric Daman is going to dress them in each week.

 I wish my school uniform had been more like this.

 Gorgeous Gowns

 Chic Daywear

 And of course the most stylish man of the show... Chuck Bass

Has anybody read the Gossip Girl books?  Are they worth a read?  I've heard they're quite different from the show.

The other day I was a little bored, and the weather wasn't that nice, so I decided to go for a little browse around town.  As our town is only small I only really venture in if I really need something and save browsing for when I go to a city (or just browse online).  So I thought I'd take the time to stroll around town and go into shops that I don't normally, rather than just rushing round, getting what I need and leaving.  Now, I fully went with the intention of just window shopping, but of course that didn't happen.

Jumper - New Look

Jeans (old) - New Look

Watch - La Mer Collections

So, whilst browsing the rails of New Look, I came across this jumper (of course it caught my eye with those coral stripes, at this rate my whole summer wardrobe will be coral!).  I tried it on in a size 12 because I prefer jumpers to be fairly big and baggy because I just think they're really comfy that way.  I also thought it'd be perfect just to throw on for those typical British chilly summer days or nights that we're bound to have, because it's so lightweight and has shorter sleeves.  So, after a little umm-ing and aah-ing in the changing rooms I decided to get it.  The added bonus was when I got to the checkout it had £10.99 off it, so I could leave feeling a little less guilty for spending.

On the way to the till in New Look I also spotted this cute headband, and at £2.99 decided to snap that up too...

On my stroll around town I went into a little boutique, that I've only been in once before when it first opened, and spotted these tweezers.  I have been wanting some new tweezers for a while, and I was initially drawn to how cute they are, but then when I saw they were only £2 I thought why not give them a whirl?  And, to be honest, after trying out countless amount of tweezers (that cost a lot more), these are the best tweezers I've ever owned.  The slanted tips are really precise and can pluck out the smallest of hairs.  These tweezers come in a variety of styles and they also had some really cute matching nail scissors.

I've hunted high and low online for these tweezers, and if any of you are interested I finally found them here.  At £3.49 they are a tiny bit more than what I paid for them, but I'd still say they're well worth the money.

Midi Dresses, £46 - Topshop

I'm a huge fan of the midi length that has made an appearance this season.  I've always loved maxi dresses but sadly they don't always love me.  Being a measly 5'3" it is difficult to find one that I wouldn't always be tripping over, and as I'm not a huge fan of my short little legs I don't always like to wear mini dresses.  So the midi is the perfect alternative, it's not too short or too long and still has a hint of the floatiness of a maxi.  I love these midi dresses from Topshop, the colours are so pretty.  I can't decide which is my favourite though.  I want it in each colour but sadly my bank balance won't allow that.

Which is your favourite colour?

After not getting the chance to see it at the cinema, I finally watched Black Swan last night. I'm still a little undecided on it though. I did really like the film it was beautifully done, the costumes were gorgeous and I loved the psychosis of it all but there were points where I felt it was a little too much. However, the title of this post are the last words of the film and they have really stuck with me. After the major struggle Nina (Natalie Portman) went through in the film it was at the end when she lay bleeding that she was most content because she had achieved what she wanted and really felt it. Now, I do not want to lay bleeding to feel this, but I really want that feeling, where you have achieved something and really felt it and it felt perfect. So I've decided to really take the time to dedicate to something I've always wanted to do, and that is to play the guitar.

After years of wanting one, my parents finally bought me this guitar a couple of years ago, and I am ashamed to admit that I still can't play a full song on it yet. I can play most chords and bits of songs, but to be honest it a lot harder than I thought it was going to be. But it is always something I've wanted to do and know I will love, so I am going to put more effort in and get through the pain barrier of my fingers. I love music and how it can effect your emotions. So I am going to practice super hard so I can "feel it" and it can be "perfect".

I also thought I'd include a little outfit post in this too to show off my new coral jeans that I got last week. I love them...

Shirt - Peacocks
Coral Jeans - Dorothy Perkins

I also painted my nails today with the Barry M Mint Green Nail Polish that was in my bank holiday post. I really like it! It's a really nice colour, goes on so well and has a really nice finish...

Getting back to the A-Z of my favourite things, I have been racking my brain for a while what to pick for E. Then the other day I put on these shoes and I just knew it had to be Espadrilles...

I love Espadrilles, you just know when they start hitting the shops that it is the start of summer, and I think Espadrilles are timeless summer shoes that can be worn year after year. The main thing I love about Espadrilles though is the height they give as I am a little shorty, and I feel more comfortable during the day as I find wedges don't give me as sore feet as heels, and depending on the shoe I sometimes feel some heels are a little too much for the daytime.

Here are some Espadrilles I'm liking right now...

1. Navy Polka Dot Espadrilles, £32 - Topshop
2. Teal Pansy Espadrilles, £40 - Monsoon
3. Floral Espadrilles, £12 - Miss Selfridge
4. Natalia Suede Espadrille Wedges, £185 - Net-A-Porter
5. Black Espadrille Wedges, £65 - River Island

I love that the sun is still shining but the pesky wind is making it a little too cool to sit in the garden to try and tan myself, so I decided to indulge in a little retail therapy this Bank Holiday...

White Sleeveless Shirt, £16 - Peacocks

I have been after a nice white shirt for a while now, and after picking out a cream sheer one (see below) I thought I'd get this sleeveless one. Makes a bit of a change from a classic white shirt and it will be perfect for summer. I love how nicely this shirt hangs whether worn loose or tucked in, the only downside is how easily it creases.

Floral Playsuit by Little Mistress, £34.99 - No Angel
Cream Shirt, £18 - Peacocks

We have a little boutique store in town called No Angel that I sometimes avoid shopping at because nearly everyone in this town shops there, and I don't really like to walk around town and then spot 5 other people wearing the same outfit as me. But when I saw this little floral chiffon playsuit in there I just couldn't resist. It'll be so cute for the summer.

Barry M Nail Paint in Berry Ice Cream, £2.99
Barry M Nail Paint in Mint Green, £2.99
Barry M Nail Effects in Black, £3.99
All from Boots

Bee and Flower Double Ring, £6 - Next

Yay!! After being sold out the last 4 times I have looked, I have finally managed to get my hands on some Barry M Shatter Effect nail polish :) Then when I noticed Boots had 3 for 2 on all Barry M products I got two other colours that I had my eye on for a while. I love these pastel shades for the summer, I think they look so pretty.

I'm not really a big fan of Next but I am a HUGE fan of rings so whilst aimlessly browsing so my mum could have a good look around, this ring caught my eye and I instantly thought I have to have it. So I did and I've pretty much been wearing it ever since :)