5 confidence tips for wearing shorts

My legs have always been a massive issue for me, so wearing shorts has always been a no-go area until this summer. And although I can still feel a bit awkward in them, these tips really help. 

1: Make sure your legs are prepped 

If I know I'm wearing shorts I always make sure my legs look as good as possible. I tend to do hair removal and exfoliate the day before and moisturise on the day. 

2: Badass shoes

I always feel like wearing interesting shoes take the attention away from my legs 

3: Cover up until you feel confident

When I first got my shorts I wore them with fishnets or stockings for the first few weeks until I felt confident 

4: pick the right pair

Picking shorts that are right for your body is really important. These are from topshop and I made sure to get them really oversized for the fit and length I wanted. 

5: Wear them alone first

I had more than a few practice try-ons of these, trying on tops and shoes that looked best, and making sure I was okay with them from every angle. 

Let me know if this was useful and what your confidence tips are! 

Why I went braless

A couple of months ago I wore an outfit without a bra, two months later and I'm still not wearing a bra...

I get asked a lot why I've stopped wearing a bra, the day I stopped wearing them it was because it would have looked bad with my outfit that day, now I have the freedom to wear anything I want without worrying about being able to see my bra. 

I also feel physically free, I no longer feel it pushing against me, and straps digging into my back. Particularly in hot weather, bras can be uncomfortable and overhot so it feels great to forgo that. 

Not wearing a bra makes me feel quite liberated, I find the press of my nipples on tight tops quite sexy and I've learnt to appreciate the curves of my breasts and live with the shape and size. My boobs and I have a better relationship now I'm no longer forcing them into moulded and padded cups hoping to change them, I've accepted them as they are. 

I also feel really lucky to be able to make the decision to not wear a bra, as many are not fortunate enough to own a bra and others have limitations to going without them. 

Curiology wishlist

Recently I have fallen absolutely in love with a wonderful little company called Curiology, they create stunning statement jewelry pieces and accessories, and as I was writing myself a little list of all the things I want to buy, I thought I'd share my absolute favourite pieces with you. This isn't sponsored or endorsed (though I wish it was!) I just really need all these pretties in my life.

AMETHYST SLICE NECKLACE //SALVATION NECKLACE

GLITTER MERMAID NECKLACE // ENCHANTED ROSE NECKLACE

FAIRY DUST NECKLACE // LUNAR PHASES NECKLACE //BLACK AGATE PENDULUM NECKLACE

The Amethyst slice necklace is definitely my all time favourite, I just seem to have this urge to buy absolutely anything that is made from amethyst. This piece is also so striking and magical looking that it would just make a whole outfit. I NEED IT! 

For a more dainty layered look I think the salvation necklace is perfect, I love that it goes across the shoulders as well as straight down and I love the subtle use of religious imagery. 

The glitter mermaid necklace is such a fun, bold piece! After being convinced for several years that my mum used to be a mermaid, I seem to have developed a love for anything related to mermaids. I love this piece because it's so different to my usual style but still gothic and glam.

The enchanted rose necklace is one I knew I instantly had to have, Beauty and the Beast is one of my all time favourite Disney films and this is such a beautiful, elegant representation of the enchanted rose and is a real princess piece that would go with a soft, elegant outfit.

The fairy dust necklace is another whimsical, delicate piece to compliment softer outfits or to layer. I love the detail on this piece and that it's a wide vial rather than vertical. It looks so magical and would be lovely and light to wear.

I don't normally go for big chunky necklaces but the lunar phases necklace is so quirky and very me, I love the shape and simplicity of design while still being a really eye catching piece that is just so aesthetically appealing and a perfect reference guide too.

Having just bought an amethyst pendulum, I now just want more, and this black agate pendulum necklace is not only a really stylish piece but could be taken off and used as a pendulum at any time. I love that this witchy piece is so practical to carry around and has that extra bit of detail that characterizes Curiology products.

I'm absolutely loving curiology right now, what pieces are your favourites?  

Top 5 tips for festival fashion

As a seasoned festival goer I thought I would share my top 5 tips for festival wear that I've learned over trial and an awful lot of error!

1- don't take anything fancy Obviously 'fancy' means different things to everyone but basically don't take anything expensive, hard to wash, easily damageable or that you care a lot about, because it will be muddy and some asshole will probably throw his drink. 2- take versatile clothing. You don't really want to take a ton of stuff so take things that look good with multiple different things and that can be worn in all weathers, for example take a pair of shorts that go with all your tops and a pair of jeans that go with the same tops. 3- be prepared for all weathers Even if it's predicted to be perfect weather, take warm clothing just in case. take something waterproof but also take some things you can wear if it's really hot. Have multiple warm things that you can stack on at night. 4- focus on footwear Footwear is pretty important because festivals put a bit of trauma on your shoes, take a pair that can survive mud and that aren't going to start hurting after an hour or so, bear in mind you will be on grass and mud and people may step on your feet. I would also take shoes you don't mind potentially ruining, and another tip is to take foam flipflops if you plan on showering as the floors can be gross. 5- layer Given that the weather is so unpredictable I suggest taking clothing you can layer so that you can remove or put on layers as the weather changes, things like kimonos/wraps are perfect.


Let me know if these tips helped you and what your top tips for festival fashion are!