#StartTheSwedishWay: A Guide To Spring With Rekorderlig*

Spring is a funny old season (but it's a good job funny is my favourite type of speciality). One minute there are bright blue skies and dazzling sunshine, nature blooming, flesh being unveiled from beneath the thick layers, evening strolls in the park as the lighter nights transpire, impromptu adventures near and far, basking in the fresh air, the ale flowing and music pumping; enjoying BBQ's in full swing with friends and family and social gatherings in the outdoor pub gardens. Then, just as you're packing away the jumpers and bringing out the flowy dresses, the next day can be a completely different story. You wake up to dull drizzle, plummeted temperatures, no sign of natural daylight and a dropped mood on top of that. Suddenly it feels like we've transported back to winter, cuddled up on the sofa with blankets with the heating on and all hopes for some everlasting warmth long gone. This incentive probably explains why when we get some glorious sunshine, we make the most of it - and that's exactly what I did!

Wednesday Wishlist: It's Spring Shoe Time

grey block heels | denim sling back sandals | stripe knot flat sandals | mary jane marble heel shoes | black eyelet sling backs | ankle strap stitch shoes | suedette sling back pumps | black pump heels | tan faux leather sandals | esparto leather sandals | knotted mid sandals | white circle detail flats | asos lavender pointed flats | lace up tassel shoes | rust stitched heels | nude lace up flats | asos lucas ballet flats | black circle detail flats | fringed suede slippers | block heel mules | brown suede loafers

Wednesday Wishlist: River Island new season picks

bardot jumper | denim culottes | stripe turtle neck top | trench jacket | denim patchwork skirt | beige turtle neck top | grey kimono sleeve dress | stripe jumpsuit | stripe lace up dress | faux suede patchwork skirt | suede wrap heeled sandals | brown patchwork bag | patent ankle boot | frilly victoriana blouse | black pleated trousers | grey midi skirt

Wednesday wishlist: Zara Spring/Summer

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Anddd here's another wishlist, what a surprise! As constantly browsing online for things I dream of owning is a standard habit of mine, I thought I'd evolve it into my blog and create another new approach (and because I'm enjoying putting my blog ideas into perspective and having a mix up of posts). A 'Wishlist Wednesday' means there will be a newly delivered wishlist every week, complete with my brief interaction on how sad my bank balance is looking.

This week it's Zara, a shop I've grown to love over the years and which now seems to enlighten the money signs in my eyes whenever I enter 'just to have a look'. As you can probably tell, I'm becoming impatient with the winter weather. I don't like to wish my life away but spring can't come quick enough. The high street are now starting to bring in all the fresh lighter layered clothing and a pop of colour is beginning to make its way in and quite frankly, it's great to see a change from the dark and dreary (now if them near freezing temperatures would just bugger off...).

I picked 15 key pieces I'd love to have in my wardrobe collection for this spring/summer but I could have easily chosen more. As my style's revitalised, Zara seems to fit right in with my tastes. I love the neutral, nude and crisp white mixed in with some pale-toned greys and of course my favourite of all time, stripes and monochrome. However, stepping away from the plain items and despite my recent minimal outlook, I think the flowered skirt, the pastel tunic and jacquard dress have to be three of my most favoured on the list. These would all make the perfect spring/summer staples as they could easily be layered as well as worn alone. The beautiful colour and quality of the floral skirt caught my eye especially (and it even comes with a matching jacket, eeek). I reckon it would become the prompt for holiday shopping as that's the first thing I'd pop into my suitcase. I'm determined to tone down my holiday outfits this year; no more bright pinks, loud multi prints and most importantly, no more purchasing of something that won't be used again for the rest of the non existent summer we usually get gifted in the UK.

Does anyone else seem to have an abundant addiction to Zara, lately?

Bridie x

Wishlist: dreaming of spring with Topshop

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I'm back with another wish list and this time I'm dreaming of Spring. Yesterday, we had a huge downfall of snow and as pretty as it looks, it made me realise just how much I hate the cold weather and how much I'm done with it. As soon as Christmas is over with, I'm counting down the days till the lighter nights come in, the birds start tweeting and most of all, the Spring shopping begins.

When I bobbed into Topshop the other day, I could have easily picked up a dozen items and taken them to the till without second thought and with an outcome of empty pockets (as much as I love Topshop, it's hella expensive). I do this thing when I'm shopping where I make a mental note of all the picks I've spotted but can only lust over, browse online when I'm home, find said items and then create a wish list. Topshop are so on point with their new season stock. The range they deliver is always high quality with a choice of unique patterns, simple chic minimals and those pointed boots (oh, how I swoon). 

I tried to stay away from black this time but with that in mind, I don't think you can ever get fully rid as the months go on (and let's be honest, who wants to?!). Stripes have become a new favourite of mine, the versatility makes a good staple piece a worthy, must buy. Grey is also a shade that seems to strike me when there's that awkward transition between winter and spring but then I've still got an eye for injecting some colour back into my life with the warm toned rust and mustard colours. Last year saw a return of the pastel but this year I've gone right off the idea of being head to toe in pale pink, baby blue, mint green and lemon and am more for the fresh, sharp white cut (especially those dresses, I still can't resist a crochet sundress).

What will you be wearing this Spring? 

Bridie x