Shop The Trend: Cross Body Bags

For my fashion savvy readers, you will be aware that despite the various styles of handbags from totes to clutches - there is one style that is taking the fashion world by storm. The functional and hands-free cross body bag. If you read my last post then you'll know that I too have had a fashion-reality check. I'm moving away from my larger-than-life handbags, and appreciating the slung across style trend. Essentially a satchel with the ease of a fanny pack, though they maintain the cuteness of arm candy. In my last post (titled 'The Perfect Everyday Bag) I gave you a sneak peak at my Michael Kors Jet-set Safiano travel Cross-body, and although I'm still in love with that bag, I've found a few other similar styles that I'm just dying to get my paws on!

To help you get your sling on, I've tallied up some of my favourite and super chic cross body bags of this season. Consider this the perfect time to start drafting your Summer '15 wish list! 

*Remember* To be stylish does not mean you have to spend £££ on one item, all your eyes need are little inspiration. High street stores have great alternatives to these high end beauties.

Tory burch crossbody
£315 - toryburch.com




Michael michael kors handbag
selfridges.com




MARC BY MARC JACOBS black purse
selfridges.com




Kate spade crossbody
£175 - katespade.com




Alexander Wang black handbag
£505 - shopbop.com




3 1 Phillip Lim leather bag
harveynichols.com

Happy Styling! 

Saina xo

Gift Guide For the Girl who has Everything

Struggling with gift ideas for your sister, or is your best friends birthday looming on you? Perhaps you want to gift yourself on payday (who doesn't)? A very intrinsic female trait is that we like to be creative with our ideas, especially when it comes to gifting our loved ones. But another female 'trait' is that we have literally everything we need (and more). So what do you get for the girl that has literally everything she could ever need? If you have a besties birthday coming up and cannot think of what to get her, look no further! Today, I'm sharing with you a collection of items that would work perfectly as gift ideas. The items are thoughtful, functional and will ensure your bestie will have her happiest birthday yet.

1) Lush Cosmetics: Me and my besties have an arranged agreement that if we ever struggle with gifts we take to Lush to make a 'survival kit' filled with all natural goodies - perfect for pampering. Lush has the perfect assortment of bath bombs filled with different colours and scents, and made with natural ingredients. Soaps, cleansers, bath bombs and shampoo bars - you have a variety of options at Lush with each being catered to particular skin needs. You can't go wrong!

2) Neom Candles: Candles are some of the best gifts there are. Almost every home needs them (no tree-houses, duh). With natural essential oils being put into them, Neom candles are great for pampering the soul - not only do they create an ambiance at home they also de-stress your mind.

3) UGG slippers: My collection of pyjamas and slippers is ever growing. With every trip to the high street I pick up some new pjs with the promise that 'this time is my last time'. If you're looking for a special gift for a special someone why not take luxury to another level and pick up a pair of cosy slippers from UGG Australia.

5) Kate Spade Journal: Stick to it or not, girls are big time list makers. A journal is something every girl wants and needs but isn't something we necessarily splurge on for ourselves. Kate Spade has a cute collection of designs, choose one that's best suited for your friend!

6) Fashionology: Fashionology has some of my favourite sterling silver pieces, with some featuring precious and semi-precious gemstones. Why not pick up a quriky keepsake for your bestie?

 7) Flying Bird Botanicals Tea: As a self confessed tea lover, I love receiving organic loose tea leaves as gifts - they feel super cleansing to the body and soul. Why not gift your loved one with handcrafted herbal treats?

Hope this helps someone out there!

Saina
xo