Shoes of the Week 08/02/14 - Irregular Choice "Iced" Felix the Fearless

Hello guys

Phew, what a week its been. As halfway point of term creeps closer my work pile begins to reach the ceiling and my head is beginning to get buried beneath the books. Unfortunately I have done nothing exciting this week to tell you about so instead I  bring you some rather fabulous shoes.

This weeks pair are from irregular choice, a favourite brand of mine but I'm still yet to own a pair (hint hint).

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My shoes of the week are Felix The Fearless by ICED at Irregular Choice.

Aren't they just Purrfect ?

 

 

In contrast to Irregular Choice's normal heels and high class designs comes ICED. This collection is designed to give the quirkiness often associated with Irregular choice but with movability and wear ability.

 

 

This design just stood out to me as I love the cat face embroidery. Combine this with a tweed background and you have one classy and fabulous trainer. They feature rubber soles with a "drippy ice cream" finish. The best bit is that they come in 3 different colours: red, black and a grey/blue.

 

At a retail price of £59.00 they aren't the cheapest shoes around but you are paying for the quality and design and in comparison with some other trainers out there I know I would rather splash the cash on these cuties.

 

 

Speak soon

 

GoodyTwoShoes x  

Shoes of the Week - 09/07/13 Dorothy Perkins Black/Nude Pointed Courts

Hey Guys

I know I'm a bad blogger because I missed my last post but I do have a genuine reason for this - I moved back home for the summer and so last week was the final hurrah in lovely London before 3 boring months in the North.

Last week saw me take on a completely unexpected experience by being asked on a date ! This was very exciting for me but sadly the timing couldn't have been worse as I had to leave less than 5 days later.

However, I still had a brilliant week going to the science museum, picnicking in Regents Park, watching We Will Rock You and seeing several friends who are based all over the world for the next couple of months. I was very sad to leave London as I feel completely at home in the Big City but I'm looking forward to what this summer has to offer.

This weeks shoes are from Dorothy Perkins.

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My shoes of the week are Dorothy Perkins Black Nude Pointed Courts

 

These gorgeous shoes are made for everyday wear through combining sleek and shiny nude with matt black suedette.

 

Offering a heel height of around 4" these shoes are designed to be worn to the office as well as on a night out. The neutral colour block pattern is unusual to find as most designers tend to keep it one tone and add embellishments but through the subtle contrast in materials and colours these shoes really work.

 

At £29.00 Dorothy Perkins are offering sleek and stylish shoes that can be easily be mixed and matched with your summer wardrobe at an affordable price.

 

Speak soon

 

GoodyTwoShoes x

 

 

 

 

Shoes of the Week 26/06/13 - River Island Silver glitter block heel jelly sandals

Hi guys

This week has been quite cultural so far as I have taken the opportunity to explore more of London. This has meant a trip to the National Gallery, The Natural History Museum and then later today I am off to the Tate Modern.

As I only have a few more weeks left here until I break up for summer I am trying to do as much as possible.  Further items on the list include visiting the Royal Observatory and attempting to get tickets for the Bowie exhibit at the V&A.

Yesterday I had a wonderful day in Brighton. I had never been before and I really loved exploring a new place, taking a walk along the beach and going on the arcade on the pier. Whilst there I also picked up a few new bits from the Cath Kidson Sale so keep your eyes peeled for a post.

This weeks shoes are from River Island and were spotted yesterday in the Brighton Store window.

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My shoes of the week are Silver glitter block heel jelly sandals

The 90's are certainly back with these shoes

 



Jelly sandals are no longer for little kids on the beach. Given a makeover for the 21st century and all the fashionistas / festival goers out there, they are quickly becoming the "it" shoe of Summer 2013.

In a clear and silver glitter jelly these sandals are guaranteed to go with almost everything. Featuring a strong blocked heel, a cage style closed toe and a sling back buckle fastening, they offer both comfort and retro style.

If bare feet aren't your style then you can also rock two trends in one by pairing these with a bold print or neon coloured sock.

At just £22.00 these sandals are worth the investment if you fancy swapping your wellies and mud for sun and sand this summer. They are available in a wide range of sizes so go and check them out in your local River Island Store.


Speak Soon

GoodyTwoShoes x

Summer Ball and Swing Dancing !

Hi guys

This is just a short post to show you what I wore for the LSE Summer Ball on Monday (as promised). Unfortunately there is only one full length mirror on each floor which is situated just outside of the kitchen so I could only get a few shots without being stared at.

The whole outfit:

 

Navy Spot Print Strapless Dress £14.99 - New Look (Shown on Website )

Skinny Belt  £5.00 (part of a set of 2) - Marks and Spencer

Pink Woven  Strap Summer Sandals £24.99 - New Look  (Shown on website )

 



 And a look at my jewellery, hair and make up :

 

Long pearl necklace £2 - Primark

Silver Pearl Bow £4.50 - Primark

 



I actually had a really good night. Everybody looked amazing in their dresses and suits and the drinks were relatively cheap.



Then, later on this week we decided we would go to a swing dancing night. I have always wanted to do this as the professional dancers always look amazing and make it look easy. We headed to an event run by the London Swing Cats called "The Cat's Meow" which is on once a month.

The night opens at 8pm with a taster lesson before some old school music and a live band performs. This month had "The Piccadilly Bullfrogs" performing. We learnt some basic Charlston and picked up a few steps from the regulars who were kind enough to teach us.

Here is what I wore:

 

Flamingo Fairy Dress £55.00 - Collectif (Shown on Website)

Cream Bow Dolly Shoes £8.00 - Primark



And a close up:

 

Pink Flower Clips £1.99 (per pair) - H&M

The group of us who went had a really good night and a few spins on the dance floor with new partners. I think it will be a regular haunt once we are back in September and have actually mastered a few swing steps.

I'll be back later this week with a fabulous pair of shoes

GoodyTwoShoes x

Shoes of the Week 17/06/13 - Very Love Label Goodwin Slingback

Hey Guys

This week has been a funny one - it feels like we have done a lot but in reality all we seem to have done is chill out. (Not necessarily a bad thing after the past few weeks). The weather has been quite good so a trip to regents park for a kick around was a must, then this weekend I managed to get back behind a drum kit for band practice once more. It feels so good to be free !

Tonight is the end of year summer ball which I am very excited about as it means an excuse to get dressed up and celebrate in the traditional English way. Hopefully I will post some pictures from the night and my outfit later this week.

Meanwhile, this weeks shoes are inspired by the amount of balls/proms/valedictory events going on across the country.

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My shoes of the week are the Love Label Goodwin Slingback Shoes

 

In this seasons hottest colour, classical style and  with a modern twist , there is no way you can go wrong with these shoes.

 



The sling back heel secures them to your foot with ease and the adjustable buckle means the perfect fit. The silver capped heel creates a focal point sure to be noticed when wearing with a skirt, a dress or jeans. Featuring a heel height of 3.5 inches they are ideal for day to night transitioning or for adding the final touch to any outfit.

 

Originally £35.00, these are currently on sale for just £10 ! 

 

There are a range of sizes available and Very offer several payment options so even the most cash strapped student can afford them.

 

I would definitely recommend checking out the rest of the Very Sale as there are lots of unusual designs and designers on offer.

 

 

Speak soon

 

 

GoodyTwoShoes x

 

 

 

 

 



Shoes of the Week - 24/05/13 Primark Beige Mouse Flats

Hey guys

This week has seen me start my exams in London and so life here has consisted of revision and not much else. Thankfully I am now halfway through but still got another 2 weeks to contend with. As such I haven't had much free time but I did take a wander into my local Primark and this is where I found this weeks shoes.

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My shoes of the week are the Beige Mouse Face Flats from Primark.

They are so cute !

 

These dolly shoes come in a biscuit shade of beige with black soles. The main feature is the gorgeous mouse face made up of 2 glittery ears partially sewn on and sewn in eyes and whiskers. They have a low rise edge that means your feet are allowed to breathe and have a slightly pointed rounded toe.

 

I got them in a size 8 which fit a little big for me. This is surprising considering Primark's shoes tend to run on the smaller side. I am probably going to swap them for a 7 or try them with an insole so they fit better on bare feet.

 

At £8 they are one of my favourite summer buys .

 

 

Whilst on the same trip I also picked up 2 sets of rings at £2 per pack.

 

These were a pack of 8 nautical themed rings. (4 x silver, 4 x gold)

 

 

 

These were a pack of 3 kooky pastel face rings.

 

 

For once this was a cheap trip. I really suggest checking out your local Primark if you are off on holiday as they have some great shoes and sandals in.

 

 

Speak Soon

 

 

GoodyTwoShoes x 

 

 





London Living - What a week !

Hey guys

Just thought I would check in and fill you in with what I have been up to.

This last week has been ridiculously busy for me and also very stressful. Last Monday was moving day back to London. This meant that once again, I had to pack up everything that I would need for the next 3 months into 2 huge holdalls.  The only problem this time was that I had to bring all my text books with me as exam season has officially hit.  Cue little old me having to hulk 40 stones (!!!!) worth of clothes, shoes , books and essentials halfway across the country by myself.

I managed to get into my accommodation ok and proceeded to do the rounds, seeing everyone from Uni and catching up with what they had been up to during the holidays. This left me on Monday night unpacking until 2 am with my first class at 9 am... Not a brilliant idea.

Tuesday hit like a tonne of bricks as our lecturers reminded us of the upcoming exam season with less than 3 weeks until my first. Needless to say the textbooks and revision became a top priority until later on  Tuesday night when some friends decided they wanted a revision break in the form of a walk and I had to show them where to go.  We ended up on a mini pub crawl around Camden Town before heading back to our local to round the night off. It was exactly what was needed after my first day.

On Wednesday I had arranged to go house hunting with my fellow flat mates. After a couple of phone calls and 2 viewings we decided to go for a great flat in Camberwell. Within the space of 2 hours we had officially got a house to live in next year, and the best bit is the 1 year contract meaning that I will become an official Londoner !

Thursday was a busy work day as I prepared to host my sister over the weekend. Trying to cram 3 days worth of revision and lectures into 1 day is very hard and extremely tiring.

So far my longest day has been last Friday. A 9 am, 2 hour lecture is extremely painful, follow this up with another 2 hour revision session , break for lunch , more revision and then 2 classes- Friday is a long day. I then went straight to Paddington to pick up my lovely Sister who was visiting, to wait another hour due to delays. I was practically asleep by the time she turned up and we hadn't even had dinner yet. Another trek across London to Tesco and two ready meals later saw us playing tipsy ping pong and up until 2 am.

This weekend has also been amazing. We walked round Camden Market , lunched on Oxford Street, saw "The Tempest" at the Globe Theatre with Colin Morgan and visited the British Museum.

Now we are coming to the end of bank holiday Monday and I'm so glad I had today off.

So as you can see - very busy and hectic. I have a feeling that the next few weeks will be similar so posts will be a bit sporadic but I haven't forgot. I have an amazing set of shoes for this week so keep an eye out for them soon.


GoodyTwoShoes x

You're A Wizard Harry ! (Photo Heavy Post)

Hi guys

This post has been sat in my waiting to be published folder for a while now so I thought it was about time you actually got to see what we got up to when we went on  the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in London.

*SPOILER ALERT*

This post contains pictures from the Harry Potter studios. If you wish to see them for yourself and be surprised then look away now.



Still here ?


Then welcome to the wizarding world of Harry Potter ...


We took a train from London Euston to Watford Junction and from there we got the shuttle bus ran by the studio. The bus cost £1.50 for a single trip or £2 return and it was decorated with promotional pictures on the outside. Once on board a dvd plays to help transform you from muggle to magic.

20 mins later you arrive at the studio

 

You have to queue up to collect your tickets and the website advises you get to the studio 45 mins before your tour is due to start. This is because at busy times it may take this long to collect your tickets and get inside. Luckily we went on a Wednesday during term time so the place was pretty quiet.

On inside you are greeted by a few props and pictures:

 

 

We had 20 minutes to kill before our tour was due to start so we checked out the shop.

 

I didn't think to take a picture of the actual shop but it was AMAZING ! The prices were also reasonable on most of the items.

 

I picked up a Ravenclaw scarf for £25 to wear on the way around.

 

 

(Excuse the mad tired look- I hadn't been sleeping very well at this point)

 

 

We then headed for our tour. Here are some highlights ...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The end of the tour actually leads you back out to the shop where we all purchased a few souvenirs. We had spent about 3 hours going around the sets but I would recommend leaving a little bit longer if you are a big Harry Potter Fan because there is just so much to see and do.

 

 

I had a great time and felt you definitely got value for money.

 

To purchase tickets or to find out more go to :   http://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/

 

 

Hope you are all well

 

 

GoodyTwoShoes x



 

 

 

 





Shoes of the Week 12/03/13 - River Island White Cut Out High Tops

Hi guys

Sorry for the lack of updates this week. I just can't seem to keep on top of my work at the minute and my social life has gone crazy as we reach the end of term. This has meant my little blog has suffered and I apologise.

However, I have at least 2 planned posts for this week as I continue to try out what London has to offer. Tomorrow we are off to the Harry Potter Studio Tour ! I am super excited for this as I am a mega HP nerd and my whole family adores the books/films/franchise. Then this weekend we will (hopefully) be heading to London Zoo to go and see all the cute baby animals.

This weeks shoes were picked thanks to the (albeit, very brief) spring weather we encountered at the end of last week. Though, looking at the weather at the minute, some snow shoes might be more appropriate.

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This weeks shoes are River Island White cut out peep toe high tops

Forget uncomfortable summer sandals that ruin your feel with blisters and give you a funny patterned tan on your feet and meet this summers saviour.

High top trainers meets summer fun in this combi shoe.

Designed to offer all the comfort of a trainer with flat rubber soles and lace up fronts they also offer the style of a holiday sandal with a peep toe front and no annoying tab to get in the way.

The cut out detailing and open front lets your feet breathe with ease. The lace ups means you actually get sandals that fit to your feet and the rubber soles means no more trips and slips as you manoeuvre along the beach or tread from festival to festival.

Emanating a clear 90s modern styling these shoes will look great with bleached hot pants and a crop top or leggings and a bikini on the beach.

At £50 they are a little pricey for a one summer wear shoe but as long as your on holiday you will want to look good.

If I was off abroad these gorgeous shoes would definitely be getting packed in my suitcase and for that reason I give them an 8/10.

I'll be back later on this week with my view of the Warner Brothers Studio Tour.

GoodyTwoShoes x

Shoes of the Week 20/02/13 - Babycham Scorpio Glitter

Hey Guys

It's been another busy few day here in London. Fashion hit last weekend with London Fashion Week showcasing the Autumn/Winter Collection and the first British Plus Size weekend held here with special panelists and events happening across the city.

The work at LSE has once again stepped up in volume as we are tested on new material and put through our paces in essay submissions but I am managing to keep on top of it.

I also had a very busy weekend as my fabulous Mum came to stay for a few days. We went to the theatre, did some shopping , took in the sights and generally had a great time. It was good to see her and I'm looking forward to heading back home in a few weeks.

This weeks shoes come from a new website I discovered the other day (www.soyoushoes.co.uk). I suggest you check it out as there are some really great styles and brands on offer for good prices.

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My shoe of the week are Babycham Scorpio Glitter Bow Stiletto Heel Platform

If Dorothy was a Rock Chick then these would be her glittery shoes back home.

Featuring over 3 inches worth of heel and a platform front these shoes are not for the faint hearted.  They zip up on the inside in a traditional shoe boot style and hit just on the ankle, giving full foot coverage. The outside has a glitter sheen that sparkles under the light and a cute bow on the outside edge with the Babycham Logo shown in a button to make up the middle. To give a finishing touch the platform front offers black and pink candy stripes making the beauties sugary sweet.

At £60 these are reasonably priced compared to similar products available and offer a lot for the money. However you do have to be extra careful when wearing these in case you topple over.

Overall I give 8/10 - gorgeous shoes to look at but maybe not the easiest to walk in.


Talk to you soon


GoodyTwoShoes x

Primark Picks - Jan 2013

Hi guys

Whilst I have a bit of free time I thought I would do this lovely blog post for you. As you can tell from the title this is essentially my Primark haul from January. I've been on a couple of trips recently and accumulated a fair amount of stuff which I love and have worn. Having a Primark at the top of the road is a blessing and a curse because you can never just pick up the one thing and I had to make 2 trips last week because I got distracted and didn't actually buy what I went in for (I'm sure I'm not the only one who has done this ?).

To try and reduce the amount of photos I have grouped similar items together.

First up are a few band T-shirts:

 

 

Debbie Harry Dipped Hem T-shirt £8

Bowie Split Arm Vest £8

Ramones Beaded Logo Vest £8

 

A few American style comfy Tees:



 

Nerd Rolled arm T-shirt £4



Dork Rolled arm T-shirt £4

 

More T- shirts, Sugar Skulls this time:

 

 

White Russian Doll Skull Vest £4

Beige Sugar Skull Studded Shoulder Vest £4

 

 

I also picked up this Love Heart Cut out shirt dress:

 

 

Close up of the Neck detail

 

 Long Sleeve Heart Cut Out Shirt Dress £12

 

Some Basics:



 

Asymmetric Long Sleeve White T-shirt £2 (Reduced from £5)

Black Sneakers £7

Burgundy Deck Shoes £7

 

Here are some super Cute PJ's:

 

I love the design of the top - check out the back !

 

Where's Wally Short PJ's £8

 

 

So that's everything I have bought from Primark in the last couple of weeks. I feel most of the T-shirts are value for money as I go through them like no tomorrow and I love the shirt dress which is just in time for Valentines day.

 

I'll be back later this week with my shoes of the week

 

GoodyTwoShoes x



Shoes of the Week 06/02/13 - Evans Colourblock Platform Courts

Hi Guys

This weeks been busy again but in a musical way.

A couple of friends from uni got together recently and decided to have a jam to see what we sounded like. I played the drums for about 5 years in high school and dabbled a bit with them in college before they got put into storage. This was the first time I sat behind a kit in almost 2 years and I loved it. Within the space of 2 weeks our jam group had turned into a band with a gig booked for Sat 2nd Feb at a local pub.

After 8 hours of crazy practise during Saturday day we had a set list prepared and headed to set up. Sound check went well and before we knew it it was our turn on stage. The gig went brilliantly and we had a few supporters who came to see us perform for the first time. We celebrated with a well deserved pint and by Sunday it felt like a dream.

The rest of this week has been taken up with work as I try and get ahead before my lovely Mother comes and visits next weekend. I can't wait to show her around the sights and catch up.

This weeks shoes are inspired by an email I received by Evans showing off some familiar faces in their latest collections. Check out Beth (www.archedeyebrow.com) , Georgina ( www.fullerfigurefullerbust.com) and Callie (http://www.fromthecornersofthecurve.com/) modelling the Scarlett and Jo collection.

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My shoes of the week are Evans Colourblock Platform Courts

Eye catching ? Check ! Bold ? Check ! Fabulous ? Check !

 

Offering a style revamp to your work wardrobe in cobalt and black these shoes are designed to get you noticed. 

 

Featuring a 7 cm (2.7") heel and wide fitting Evans have stuck true to comfort without compromising on style. The cute bow print lining adds a playful element to an otherwise serious court shoe.  The contrasting toecap and heel help lengthen your legs and minimise your feet , offering an easy way to get a slimmer look and a small platform at the front gives you the perfect balance.

 

They also come in a neon colourway (shown below) which still offer eye catching style but with less of a shock.

 

 

At £35 you can't go wrong but you will have to be quick as they are selling out fast.

 

 

Overall I give 8/10 - fabulous shoes at a decent price

 

 

Speak to you soon

 

 

GoodyTwoShoes x 

 



2012 Shoe review

Hey guys

As promised here is my top 5 shoes from 2012. I feel that I covered many tastes and styles from the very beginning so it was very difficult to pick just 5 pairs but I managed. All picture link back to the original post they come from and some of my shoes from last year are currently in the sale !

In no particular order ...

 

 

 

 

 

I'll be back soon with my shoes for this week.

 

Speak soon

 

GoodyTwoShoes x