Reading Outfit

If you're anything like me you can't longe around in jeans. To wb honest I no longer wear jeans, they're uncomfortable. But I found a pair that work for me and I can longe in them! Technically they're not jeans as they're corduroy. I got them a few years ago from urban outfitters men's section. If I'm remembering correctly they're advertised as pyjama jeans. Weird. But for the days I'm super tired and don't want to use energy on getting dressed I can just pull these on with no issues as they're elasticated waist. They're also okay if I fall asleep in them too. So in short, this is a comfy outfit I can read in and looks like I made an effort.

Also the book I'm holding in this photo, I loved it. As well as the first one. I've got the last one to read at some point then I might review them all at once.

Spooky Reads For Spooky Season

Its October and that of course means reading some spooky books! I'm doing a reading challenge for this. I'm doing the horrorween highway by Murder They Readathon. This is the first reading challenge I've done and I'm quite excited for it. Its one book a week for the month. I've choosen;

1. WITCH by Iain Ron Wright
2. The Cellar by Richard Layman 
3. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
4. Tunnel Of Bones by Victoria Schewb

If I finish all four I'll add more to it. Possibly do their other pathway which is a dark academia one.

I tried not to buy any new books to do this but I struggled with the first promo which is around a friend group, i couldn't think of any on my TBR that was horrorish and around friends. so I bought Witch. I also bought the Cellar but I got it on the community shelf in my local tesco and the money goes to charity, I've found some good books on there. Frankenstein I've always wanted to read and this is a kick to actually get to it. I know it'll be a slow read since it was written in 1818, so I plan on audiobooking and reading at the same time. Tunnel of bones in the second in a 3 part series and I loved the first one so no doubt I'll like this one too.

You can follow me on Instagram to see how I get alone. Also for mini reviews. @helloemski

DIY Horror Jacket | Nightmare On Elm Street

During one of the lockdowns we had, i decided that it was a good time to revamp some of my old clothing. Even though i haven't had much chance to wear this denim jacket that i added a DIY "patch" too, thanks to the warm weather. I love how it turned out and when it comes to autumn i'll be wearing it a lot.

 

This jacket is already on its 3rd owner, it was my partners brothers, which he gave to my partner. He didn't wear it so i "stole" it and gave it a lil makeover. He likes nightmare on elm street too and so would also wear it. 

 

All i did was get a tshirt i didn't wear and cut a rectangle around the print and simply hand stitched it onto the back of the jacket. Yes my hand hurt so much after and i didn't have a sowing machine at the time, but it was worth it. A simple change but it will be worn more now. I might add more actual patches to it later, if i find some i like.

I did another jacket too, that wasn't horror film related and i'll do a post on that also.

Have you DIYed any jackets?

 

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Black off the shoulder dress, peasant style.

Black Slip Dress with Small Dragon Print.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For these i'd style them simply with some white boots so they will stand out. A few necklaces layered, a few shorter silver ones together.

 

Black strappy midi dress with butterfly print.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For this butterfly one, i wouldnt add to many accsessories. The print reminds me of 90s and 00s and i'd let it stand out alone. I'd throw it on for a bbq or to run to the shops as it doesn't need much to look good. You can throw it on with some slip on shoes and walk out the door as it is.  

Currently i love finding pieces that i can throw on without much thought.

 

Black slip dress, with white lace trimmings.

With this dress i'd put on a black chiffon coverup, either one that sits above the dress or a long line one for a more dramatic effect. 

I'd add on my white boots and sunglasses to match with the white trim.

For necklace i'd add my cameo brooch style one on its own so it can stand out. As i'd want the necklace and dress to be the main focal point i'd put on some simple plain dangly earrings.

Black off the shoulder maxi dress.

And finally because i currently love to read in the garden, if the weather is nice and not raining. 

I'd wear this as it's comfy, easy to move around in and lounge in.

If it's sunny it keeps the sun off you while still keeping cool. If it gets too hot i'd pull it up and knot it at the side to make it shorter. 

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Wicked Fox - Reading In The Sun | Outfit & Mini Book Review

We all know it's currently to hot to think about what to wear.

Lately i've just been throwing on the same few tshirts and light trousers. The baggier the trousers the better.

I do prefer to wear tops that i can just knott at the side, that way i can decide how short i want the top and if it gets chilly i can just pull it down again. Though i do love crop tops and they're great for this heat!

I've been wearing this High Priestess of Witching It tee so much lately. Its lose, baggy and very soft.
No brain power for thinking of what to style it with, so i just put on my pentagram earrings and chain belt.

I was reading Wicked Fox and i loved it. If you're a fan of K-dramas then you'll probably like this too.

Set in Seoul, Gu Miyoung is a gumiho, a nine-tailed fox who must devour the energy of men in order to survive. If you know anything about korean folklore you've probably heard of a gumiho before. I remember watching a k-drama in the past with a gumiho. I think it was called my girlfriend is a gumiho.

The book kept my interest for the most part, it was pretty fast paced to start with. It did lul in the middle a bit, but it picked up again. There's a cute love story without it been over the top and too squishy. I'm not usually one for romance stories. It's well written, easy to follow and enjoyable, so much so i bought the second one when i was only half way though this one.

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5 Very Last Minute Gifts

Christmas is fast approaching and we all sometimes forget a gift for someone.

Here is 5 gifts that are cute and easy to pick up.

1) Book lamp from amazon.

I've bought this for myself since it gets pretty dark after work and the lamp I have in the living room isn't the brightest.  This is a cute little book that opens into a light, it has different colour settings and is bright enough to enable me to read a book comfortablely.

2) Himalayan salt or crystal tea light holder

They're pretty easy to pick up in shops, however both of mine did come from a Christmas market, if you have one near they'll more than likely have a few. They're perfect for the crystal lover in your life, they look nice anywhere in a room.

3) The Body Shop Japanese face mask

The Japanese Matcha Tea Pollution Clearing Mask is great for anyone who loves a good face mask. As it's in a tub instead of a sheet mask it was last then a while longer and who doesn't want to get rid of the pollution from the day.

4) DrSalts bath salts.

These come in a few different types but I have the sleep therapy one as it's a lovely lavender smell which is relaxing for bedtime. I've used this a few times now and my body does feel a little more relaxed than a normal bath. I picked this up in Tesco but I think Holland and Barrett also sell it.

5) Christmas reads

Both of these are full of short stories set around Christmas time. I'm halfway though both and I'm enjoying them. Not every short story is great but they're enjoyable non the less. Murder at Christmas is a selection of crime stories and The twelve strange days of Christmas is a selection of supernatural stories, they're spooky and fun.

Three Quick And Comfy Summer Outfits

Outfit: | Top - Pulp | Shorts - Monki | Boots - T.U.K | Bag - Killstar | 
 
Band tshirt and shorts is the easiest thing to to wear, not much thought has to go into it. I paired it with the rose back as the slipknot writing is in red and I thought it matched well. I've been knotting all my tops lately to make them cropped and I don't plan on stopping. I do need more band tshirts in my life and I've been looking but I'm not liking the ones I've seen so far.

Outfit: | Top - HMV | Dress - Primark | Bag - Resstyle | Shoes - Killstar | 
 
Got to show my love for horror even in the summer. Paired the tshirt with a mini vest dress as its quick to throw on, though with this dress I probably would have tights on as it's quite short.

 Outfit: | Dress - Boohoo | Belt - Restyle | Bag - Banned Apparel | Shoes, Sunglasses & Necklace - Killstar |
 
This dress is just so flowy and comfy that I will be wearing it a lot during the summer months for work. As it's pretty plain it will go with everything. Throw on a little jacket and I'm good to go.

3 Work Outfits

To me work outfits have to be comfortable and easily layered as it gets a little cold in the office. I'm lucky that my office is pretty relaxed and you can wear almost anything, within reason.

The first i what i wear on warmer days since it's just a jumper over a plain black vest dress. It's comfy, cosy and warm. It looks fine on it' own so it doesn't need to much in the way of accessories.

| Outfit: | Jumper - Killstar | Boots - Dr Martens | Scarf - Ebay |

This dress i wear a lot and I've had it for quite a number of years. It's comfy and easy to change up with different accessories and cardigans.

I've layered a cropped hoodie under the super old fuzzy cardigan as it was super chilly that day and this surprisingly keeps me very warm. Added a belt and necklace to break up the all black look.

| Outfit: | Cardigan - Primark | Dress - H&M | Necklace & Belt - Killstar | Boots - Dr Martens |

This outfit is something id wear for work in summer as the cardigan and tights are thin. Again comfy and i wear this skirt all the time. As the top has quite a loud print i though it didn't need any necklaces.

| Outfit: | Top - Jilted Generation | Skirt - H&M | Boots - Dr Martens | 

Dr Martens LEONORE FUR LINED Review

I've had them for just over a month now and I've been wearing them every time I go out.

First they are actually very warm. I wanted them mostly because my feet get cold in the office. Since I've had them that isn't a problem. Walking outside I don't feel the cold on my toes at all. They're very comfy and feel like little pillows on my feet.

Secondly there was pretty much no breaking them in. I felt no pain the first few times I wore them which is usual for new docs. No annoying blisters anywhere, no rubbing. Nothing. These have been the easiest shoes to break in I've ever had, including other brands. They've been so easy since they're faux fur lined, that's added padding and taken away all discomfort. The fit of them is narrow due to the lining. However they do stretch after wear like all docs. I got my usual shoe size and they fit fine. 

Free Spirit Horror Candles Unboxing

This is one of the gifts I got for Christmas from my parents. Free Spirit is an UK etsy shop that sells candles, bath stuff etc.

I'm a huge lover of horror films and candles so this was a perfect fit for me. They're classic horror based. Jason, pennywise and Freddie. They came wrapped in a cool horror paper which isn't pictured as I took these pictures after Christmas. They all small lovely and look cool. Once they're all burnt I will reuse the jars for something else since the labels are nice.

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