#wccfw

Who’s ready for West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK? The now iconic event, which is firmly fixed in the social calendar, will see four days of fantastic fashion from 26-29 October with the main runway shows taking place at a new home in St. Anne’s Cathedral.

For further information on show schedules, tickets, links to
participant retailers and designers as well as the season’s hottest trends, log on to
www.belfastfashionweek.com.

Just to give you a little preview of what to expect I’ve attached pictures of my favourite looks taken by very talented fashion photographers at The Launch of West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK. The catwalk showcased staple pieces including oversized aviator jackets and wide leg trousers. I think they can work for any age and body type. If you’ve been walking through the streets of Belfast you’ve probably noticed a lot more pop of colour… of course that’s because fiery RED is the hottest trend right now. It took over at International shows! There’s something very powerful about a red outfit when it’s carefully styled and put together as shown below. The fabulous director Cathy Martin always knows how to effortlessly rock this trend.
Phoebe is rocking DV8 white fringe top (£37.99) shop here + River Island white wide leg trousers. Photography Paul Ormonde 

Aimee is wearing outstanding burgundy dress from Blush Boutique by Kevan Jon shop here. Photography by Paul Ormonde 
Joy is wearing this stunning George at Asda shearling jacket (£35) similar here + Stylist’s own white and grey striped trousers. Photography by Brendan Gallagher 

From the left Ellen is wearing New Look sequin top (£29.99) Asos green fur coat shop here and River Island yellow flares (£38.00). 

Emma is wearing Asos red culotte jumpsuit with bow front shop here. Photography by Paul Ormonde 

Aimee is wearing Asos pink velvet tuxedo jacket & Asos black wide leg trouser. Photography by Stephen Potter

Olivia is wearing Asos red tailored cropped trouser shop here, Asos red coat shop here + Primark jumper (£5). Photography by Stephen Potter

Arlo Wolf Eyewear /Eye Candy

I don’t know about you, but I can spend hours looking for style inspiration, home decor and make up looks on Instagram/Pinterest. Sometimes I spot things that I know I got to have! Of course Arlo Wolf eyewear was one of those things on top of my wishlist. 

I have been considering getting contact lenses for so long but the thought of it has put me off. So for the past 2 years I have been wearing the same pair of glasses for driving and reading a takeaway coffee menu but hide them in my handbag immediately after! Therefore I was so glad to come across glasses that are super trendy and make a great accessory. Arlo Wolf have been featured in ELLE UK magazine which gives you a better idea of just how stylish they really are! 

It’s so easy to place an order with Arlo Wolf eyewear. Simply choose your favourite pair and email your prescription to get your new glasses delivered to your doorstep. If you’re like me and the gorgeous choices are far too overwhelming, but you simply can’t afford an entire website… you can use the “try before you buy service”. It’s very straightforward you can choose up to 4 frames and add them to your basket for a chance to try them in the comfort of your own home. After you’ve made the big decision send them back with the attached pre-paid label. You only have to pay a refundable fee for this services (as small as £1) definitely worth it. The actual prescription frames start from £60 which is so affordable I just know any fashion lover will love them as much as I do! 

I have attached the links to frames featured (my must haves). 

Pictures taken in the quirkiest little caffé Finegan & Son (Newry). Even if the glasses did get covered in fresh whipped cream from the most delicious homemade doughnuts. 

Bondi Sands

Just because it’s 8°C outside it doesn’t mean that our legs have to look pale white or be covered by 100 denier black nylon tights (YET). If you don’t already know I’m addicted to self tan and I have tried so many out there! Being a beauty blogger has it’s perks as you get wonderful products sent to your door to try them out without wasting money especially if the product doesn’t quite live up to your expectations. Some of the products that I try out continue their journey at the back of the cupboard… but products like Bondi Sands end up being squeezed enough times until the tyre pumping noise wakes up your husband in the middle of the night. Since receiving the products I have went and purchased more! 

I keep coming back to using Bondi Sands because of the deep dark olive colour. As it looks more natural. I usually prefer to use foam based self tans, as I find the application so easy. However after using Bondi Sands Dark Self Tanning Lotion I realised it glides on just as effortlessly as the Dark Self Tanning Foam, if not better. The formula is very rich and doesn’t soak through the mitt. (Nothing worse than taking off your mitt to find hands more tanned than your body). Both of the products leave a flawless finish and I find that the tan wears off evenly and isn’t stubborn when exfoliating at the end of the week compared to other tans. It’s enriched with Aloe Vera and Coconut for hydrated skin and a gentle scent. I like to use the Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk to prolong tan as it’s very nourishing. A small amount is also great for hands and feet as the mousse or the lotion can be too dark. 

Get 20% off your first order click here.