What I Got For My Birthday

So this is pretty much everything that I got for my 23rd birthday last week. I still cannot believe I am 23.

I'll start off with what I got from my boyfriend:

Sophia Webster X Shrimps Mules

Fit Bit Charge HR

Nach Bunny Ring (Net-A-Porter)

Markus Lupfer Bananas Sweater (Net-A-Porter)

So I was extremely spoilt this year and got some really amazing gifts - such a lucky girl. My Sophia's have to be my number one present...I'm sure you can see why!!

My Fit Bit was a complete surprise I wasn't expecting it at all despite banging on about wanting one for ages haha. I was really into the gym before we went to Mexico way back in May and I've just lost all motivation since then so I'm hoping this will get it back. You can also see what he planned and we got up to for my birthday here.

I also got this Mille Mack book from Luke's parents - can't wait to get reading!

Then from my mum and step dad:

Unicorn PJ's - ASOS

Pink Fluffy Coat - ASOS

Red Carpet Cinderella Gel Polish

The picture I took of my coat really doesn't do it justice so I had to put the model shot next to it to show how amazing it really is. It's the coat of dreamsssss. I've also worn these pyjamas at every opportunity.

From my Dad and step mum:

Tweed Top - Iris & Ink (TheOutnet.com)

So as you can see from the label the tweed from this top is made by the same company that makes Chanel tweed - Linton Tweed. If that doesn't make you want to buy this gorgeous top then I don't know what will. It's such great quality and fit. It has a zip up the back and I love the frayed edge of the sleeves, neck and hem of the top. Rosie Fortescue is also a big fan!

From my siblings:

Star Boots - ASOS

Sleep Playsuit - Rosie For Autograph

Bambi Knickers & Floral Socks - Topshop

Pug Doorstop

Rimmel Nail Varnishes

Pug Mug - ASOS

These star boots are so fab! I saw them in the ASOS mag a few months ago and new they'd sell out straight away and I was right but luckily my sissy had already bought them for me yay!

I've always loved the Rosie for Autograph range and have a few lingerie sets, PJ's and dressing gown so this gorgeous lace playsuit goes nicely with my collection.

Just to add - this post isn't a braggy post at all, I love reading people's posts like this and know others love reading them too!

x

Birthday Night Out - Outfit/Food/Ballet

 Shirt - ASOS

Sleeveless Blazer - Topshop 

Jeans - Gap

Boots - ASOS

Bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs

So Tuesday was my birthday, I am now the grand old age of 23 - where is my life going?! My boyfriend had organised a surprise in London for the evening and this is what we got up to...

We had dinner at Browns in Covent Garden which I highly recommend. We had the bread board to start, I had the burger and chips for main, Luke had the prawn and crab linguine and we shared onion rings as a side and they were the best onion rings I have ever eaten.

 For dessert I had the salted caramel profiteroles above and Luke had the apple pie below.

 

 Afterwards we had a walk around Covent Garden (how cool are the balloons?!) before heading to the Royal Opera House where we watched the ballet of Romeo & Juliet which was so so good. We watched Swan Lake at the Royal Opera House earlier this year and that was incredible too. Ballets are becoming my new favourite things, they're a nice change to a musical.

Have you seen a ballet before? I'd love to know what you think if you have!

x

The Last Day of Summer

 

Top - Topshop

Skirt - ASOS

Bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs

Shoes - Sophia Webster

Sunglasses - Miu Miu 

 

I've been off work since Friday as it's my birthday tomorrow (eek!) I've had a long weekend of celebrations. On Friday we went to see Everest which I highly recommend and then we went to an amazing desert parlour called Creams. Saturday I spent the day at the hairdressers and then had my best friends party in the evening and yesterday we went to the zoo and to the Indian with my friends. The weather was so nice yesterday I got my summer clothing out for what is probably the last time this year. I think this is the first time my banana slides have appeared on the blog. I treated myself to them when I passed my probation at work earlier this year and I've worn them non stop all summer. Aren't they the cutest?!

Today I am off to my sisters in Hertfordshire and then we're going to see Florence & the Machine tonight which will be my 4th time seeing her and then for my actual birthday tomorrow my boyfriend has arranged a surprise in London - I can't wait!

x

The Ultimate Rucksack - Aspinal of London

Polo neck - Mango// Skirt - Next// Socks - Topshop// Boots - New Look Via ASOS// Rucksack - Aspinal of London

Happy Sunday! 

Today I finally get to take my beloved birthday present out for a spin, yes I was lucky enough to receive this gorgeous rucksack from my boyfriend. My birthday was on the 22nd September but I didn't actually get the bag until the 1st of October and it wasn't out yet but my boyfriend had pre ordered it. I had a present to open and also inside was this...

He also got me a birthday cake made of the bag...

Everything I'm wearing is brand new... I also got the skirt for my birthday - it's such great quality and looks and feels like real leather, it's going to be a staple in my wardrobe for A/W for sure. I got my roll neck when Mango did their 30% off weekend along with my amazing new coat which will be up soon and my boots were a bargain £24.99 (I got them for £20 as ASOS gave me a 20% off code as there was no next day delivery) they are great boots as they're classics which can be worn with anything so I'd definitely grab a pair as I'm sure they'll sell out at that price. They're super comfy too!

What do you think?

Claudia xxx

Bargain Sale Pieces/Birthday Treats

Left to right - leather look pinafore//sequin jacket//wet look polka dot shirt//Glamorous patent PU mini skirt

I'm sure you've all already checked out the ASOS sale but if you haven't, you need it! 

My gorgeous four pieces came to a mere £67!

I can't wait to wear the sequin jacket! Definitely my favourite piece and only £19.50.

Have you bought anything in the ASOS sale? 

Claudia xxx

My 21st Birthday

I've been wanting to start up blogging frequently again for a while...and what better way to kick start than sharing my 21st birthday with you. (BEWARE picture heavy post!)

I came back from Ibiza with my best friends and sisters on Monday (which was a present from my boyfriend)  where I spent my birthday. I turned 21 at Zoo Project, chilled and partied at Ocean Beach Club during the day and partied the night away at 'We Love Space Sundays'.

Below are some pictures from the day at Ocean Club:

This meant that on Monday when I arrived home after 9 nights in Ibiza, I had all of my presents waiting for me...this definitely helped kick the Ibiza blues away.

Some presents I had before as people thought I may want to take them on holiday, like the Lulu Guinness suitcase from my boyfriend below...I can definitely say I travelled in style!

This Anya Hindmarch purse was my main present from my dad. The heart studs are just so damn cute.

From my mum and step dad the tradition of 21st birthdays is...you get 21 presents and your main present is a designer handbag of your choice..eeekkkkk!

So see below the opening of the beloved bag:

Posing with the Harrods box...

Excited...

The beloved bag...

The Givenchy Antigona in gold exclusive to Harrods. It's obvious to say that when I opened this beauty, I died and went to heaven! An outfit post with the bag is bound to follow!

One of my 21 presents was this Vogue issue from the month and year I was born...September 1992.

I can't believe Vogue only used to be £2.50!

Here's a small selection of some of my 21 presents and gifts from others :)

Left to right:

Monte Carlo DVD, Vogue issue, Christian Louboutin notebook and transfer tattoos, Givenchy Antigona in gold, Hello Kitty and Cat tights, Anya Hindmarch purse, Pink Champagne, Thomas Sabo bracelet, Mulberry zodiac bracelet, Marc by Marc Jacobs neon bracelet, Marc by Marc Jacobs Katie Bunny phone case, pug scarf, Silk teddy Rosie for Autograph (Marks & Spencers) and two photo albums from my best friends.

I've been incredibly spoilt and it will definitely be a birthday to remember.

Claudia xxx