IT'S FESTIVAL SEASON...... and I just love Festival Fashion - check out the below for some top picks of mine!
What Festivals are you all going to this year?
Wednesday, 1 June 2016
Saturday, 10 May 2014
12 Of My Festival Essentials
Living on the Isle Of Wight (Yup, that's where I've been hiding!) I like to think of myself a fairly experienced festival-goer!
iPhone Charging Case : Well this is a genius idea! Yes there are places that will charge your phone for you for a few hours BUT if you're in the middle of a crowd, waiting for a band or popping to the bar/loo on your own the worst thing is your phone battery deciding to die! So... whack this case on, easy peasy! Not only will it protect your phone but you can choose when to give your phone a bit of extra charge - perfect!
Sunglasses : Obviously you need sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun, but they are also amazing to hide half of your face!
Lack of sleep, too much to drink, couldn't be bothered to put make-up on, or you did put make-up on but that 7 hours ago and you aren't looking too fresh - sunglasses are the answer! There are so many to choose you so you can look like a fashionista at the same time!
Hair Scrunchies : Weather it is too hot and you are sweating a bucket in the crowd or it's chucking it down with rain and the windswept looking really isn't your thing there will be a point where your hair will need to go up. Like on top of your head up.
So what better than a scrunchie - hair's up and you look cool at the same time, perfect! Just wear round your wrist in the day so it's always at the ready!
A Good Lip Product : Like I said before you will probably be wearing sunglasses which means the only key make-up feature that people will see will be those lovely lips!
Lipstick is obviously amazing and my personal fav but isn't always great if it's hot, as it melts and if you are drinking alot it can smudge!
So you could always take good tinted lipbalm or lipgloss along too!
Tip : If it is hot and sunny, do NOT use vaseline - that will burn your lips!
Coin Purse : NEVER take all your cards to a Festival - just have one bank card (if you can) for emergencies, your ID (If you're over 18) and cash.
You only need a little coin purse for these things - perfect for your small bag/bumbag, making more room for all your other essentials/valuables that you want to carry around with you!
Compact Mirror : It's not like you can go and check yourself out in those public loos because... just no - they have no mirrors and if they do you don't want to hang around in them to reapply your lippy! A little mirror in your bag is vital for us girly-girls!
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Having the Isle Of Wight Festival & Bestival on my doorstep every year means I've been too about 13 Festivals since I was 15 and with those had the most amazing times with amazing people and of course seen the most amazing bands/artists!
Over the last 9 years I'd like to think that I've learnt alot about Festival-going and know exactly what I need to pack along with my tent and alcohol, I'm a huge girly girl and definitely need to feel clean and fabulous still.... even if I'm surrounded by sweaty drunk fools, stinky porta-loos and muddy puddles!
So I've put together a few small essentials that will help get you festival ready in no time, some may be obvious & some you may have never even thought of!
Obviously I'm very lucky and even if camp I can always head home for a lovely warm shower and a change of clothes.... one day I WILL do a Festival properly though!
Obviously I'm very lucky and even if camp I can always head home for a lovely warm shower and a change of clothes.... one day I WILL do a Festival properly though!
Travalo : Now if you haven't heard of these yet you have been seriously missing out! The perfect (and only) way to take your favourite perfume along with you while taking up no space in your bags!
Just pop the top off your choosen perfume to reveal the white stick and pump this bottle on top - your perfume is transferred into the mini bottle, perfect for travelling, perfect for Festivals! I have 2 and they are a god-send!
Just pop the top off your choosen perfume to reveal the white stick and pump this bottle on top - your perfume is transferred into the mini bottle, perfect for travelling, perfect for Festivals! I have 2 and they are a god-send!
Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel & Holder : This has got to be number 1 on the 'Things to take to a festival list'. You will need to use anti-bac... alot - those portaloos are GROSS, believe me I have seen some sights in my time! These hand gels have amazing clip on holders too so just clip it onto your bag/shorts/anything and you wont have to route around your bag with dirty hands to find it!
Mini Mouthwash : Brushing your teeth... with a toothbrush, toothpaste, water ... is a bit of a mission if your sat at your tent in the middle of the day, in the middle of a field! Mouthwash's are great to take with you and leave in your tent for when you want to freshen up! Just spit into sn old cup and pop it in the bin when you're done! Fresh breath and no hassle! Chewing Gum will just annoy you when you're drinking or eating all afternoon/evening!
Bumbag : A bag with no straps, nothing to carry, nothing to leave behind and forget, all your belongings with you zipped in at all times .... bumbags are the perfect Festival bag to keep your prized possessions safe and sound! Also great for when you need the loo!
Wellies : I don't care what anyone say - even it is was boiling hot... I'd always wear wellies... do you know how disgusting some of those loo's are? You o NOT want to be walking around those areas with sandals or trainers... think of the germs! Eww!
Also.... an amazing work out - wellies are heavy, like wearing ankle weights, and the amount of walking you do at festival is bound to help you tone those pins up!
Also.... an amazing work out - wellies are heavy, like wearing ankle weights, and the amount of walking you do at festival is bound to help you tone those pins up!
Pocket Tissues : Because no-one likes being stuck in a loo without any loo roll... and that will happen alot!
Top Tip: Hide them before you go into the toilet or you will have everyone and their grandma asking for one... and it's not that you are selfish but you don't want to be left empty handed later on in the day because you've been Mrs. Generous in the loo queue!
Top Tip: Hide them before you go into the toilet or you will have everyone and their grandma asking for one... and it's not that you are selfish but you don't want to be left empty handed later on in the day because you've been Mrs. Generous in the loo queue!
iPhone Charging Case : Well this is a genius idea! Yes there are places that will charge your phone for you for a few hours BUT if you're in the middle of a crowd, waiting for a band or popping to the bar/loo on your own the worst thing is your phone battery deciding to die! So... whack this case on, easy peasy! Not only will it protect your phone but you can choose when to give your phone a bit of extra charge - perfect!
Sunglasses : Obviously you need sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun, but they are also amazing to hide half of your face!
Lack of sleep, too much to drink, couldn't be bothered to put make-up on, or you did put make-up on but that 7 hours ago and you aren't looking too fresh - sunglasses are the answer! There are so many to choose you so you can look like a fashionista at the same time!
Hair Scrunchies : Weather it is too hot and you are sweating a bucket in the crowd or it's chucking it down with rain and the windswept looking really isn't your thing there will be a point where your hair will need to go up. Like on top of your head up.
So what better than a scrunchie - hair's up and you look cool at the same time, perfect! Just wear round your wrist in the day so it's always at the ready!
A Good Lip Product : Like I said before you will probably be wearing sunglasses which means the only key make-up feature that people will see will be those lovely lips!
Lipstick is obviously amazing and my personal fav but isn't always great if it's hot, as it melts and if you are drinking alot it can smudge!
So you could always take good tinted lipbalm or lipgloss along too!
Tip : If it is hot and sunny, do NOT use vaseline - that will burn your lips!
Coin Purse : NEVER take all your cards to a Festival - just have one bank card (if you can) for emergencies, your ID (If you're over 18) and cash.
You only need a little coin purse for these things - perfect for your small bag/bumbag, making more room for all your other essentials/valuables that you want to carry around with you!
Compact Mirror : It's not like you can go and check yourself out in those public loos because... just no - they have no mirrors and if they do you don't want to hang around in them to reapply your lippy! A little mirror in your bag is vital for us girly-girls!
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Friday, 14 June 2013
30 Day Snap #14 - Wellingtons are a must.
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Day one of the IOW Festival is down. And it was so much fun. Although I've woken up with a bit of a sore head and a crazy hair-do, it was so worth it! Highlights from last night were seeing Ms. Dynamite in the dance tent and going on the bumper cars! Today is where the Festival really starts though and I cannot wait to go and watch some amazing acts tonight.
Here's a photo of me & my friend finally sat down after queuing in the mud and putting our tents up in the wind, ready for a drink or ten! (bit of a cheat as I took this photo yesterday but you guys can let me off right?)
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
One Dress For All Occasions
So if you are like me you are loving all the trends that have come in for this year! One of my top picks for this season is dungarees and pinafore dresses. I just love how cute they look and how they can be worn in so many different ways!
With that in mind I thought I would style a pinafore dress I have for a number of different situations you might be in this summer! The dress is from Karma Clothing - they sell all the trends and at super cheap prices!
With just a few slight changes with each time I have made a completely different outfit. (even though I do realise I have worn alot of white/cream haha!)
Please bare with the fact that I haven't really accessorised - I've just put on the basics :-) (also please excuse me for looking like I haven't seen the sun in 10 years. #pale)
With that in mind I thought I would style a pinafore dress I have for a number of different situations you might be in this summer! The dress is from Karma Clothing - they sell all the trends and at super cheap prices!
With just a few slight changes with each time I have made a completely different outfit. (even though I do realise I have worn alot of white/cream haha!)
Please bare with the fact that I haven't really accessorised - I've just put on the basics :-) (also please excuse me for looking like I haven't seen the sun in 10 years. #pale)
Easy and Fun
Pinafore Dress - Karma Clothing
Pink Crop T-shirt - New Look
Necklace - New Look
Socks - Primark
Sunglasses - River Island
Shoes - Converse
Add to this look - A cute backpack & some suncream!
Add to this look - A cute backpack & some suncream!
Comfortable and Chic
Pinafore Dress - Karma Clothing
Peter Pan Collar Blouse - New Look
Tights - New Look
Brogues - New Look
Bracelets - New Look & ASOS
Add to this look - A stylish handbag and a purse full of cash!
Cute and Flirty
Pinafore Dress - Karma Clothing
Lace Top With Pearl Detailed Collar - River Island
Ankle Socks With Frill - ASOS
Ankle Chelsea Boots - New Look (one of my best buys)
Add to this look - A nude clutch and an oversized ring
Warm & Summery
Pinafore Dress - Karma Clothing
Cropped Neon Jumper - New Look
Necklace - New Look
Socks - Primark
Shoes - Converse
Add to this look - Your favourite lipgloss and an iPod.
Simple & Practical
Pinafore Dress - Karma Clothing
T-shirt - Primark (I personally am pretty much over this type of slogan Tee BUT this is basically a mean girls reference so I couldn't say no!)
Wellies - New Look (excuse the state of them!)
Add to this look - An across-body bag and a can of cider!
Add to this look - An across-body bag and a can of cider!
(*Disclaimer : I was lucky enough to have this dress gifted to me from the lovely people at Karma Clothing.
All thoughts, opinions and ideas are always my own and I would never add anything to AYellowBrickBlog that I didn't love or believe in.)
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