The story of a bag...

... and three pairs of shoes, three jackets, three dresses and many more items of clothing. I am probably the worst packer of all times, not only do I over pack but I have this incredible gift of being able to pack outfits that each need (in my personal view) a different pair of shoes. One would have thought that over the years, and after the many miles travelled I would have become better at packing, but so wrong. The older I get the less straight forward my outfits become, and of course first they was the jewelry, then came the bags (each outfit needs it bag), and now my shoe collection. Basically packing has become a nightmare, THE nightmare.

So here goes, as I am due to be leaving for Brussels soon, I thought I would set myself a challenge; packing one 'relatively' small bag for 14 days. Firstly, I am only allowed one hand luggage. Secondly, I can take with me only three (maybe four if I am good) pairs of shoes. Thirdly, I must only bring with me items that can each be worn in three different ways (my new 3x3 rule).

And, this ladies is what I ended up with. On a side note, this is what happens to me when I am left in my own care (yes the boyfriend is still away) and I have to fend for myself. But I have to say, after battling for what seemed like an eternity with the tripod and the remote, I had quite a fun time. What do you think? did I make a fool out of myself or not just yet?

H&M, Black leather shorts and Zara denim shirt

new Topshop, paradise skirt and COS, bold shoulder dress worn as top here

new Asos, cargo green skirt (yes it is worn backwards on the second photo) and grey AA sweater

H&M, black high waisted skirt and new Topshop, horse jumper

Asos, floral skirt and COS bold shoulder dress

new H&M Garden Collection, floral dress and The Kooples blazer (first picture)

new Zara, floral Lux pants and H&M, denim dress

Zara, leather jacket and H&M black dress

Shoes: NewLook, Santiage Asos, grey lace up ankle boots Zara, black wedges new Bag: NEXT (my new obsession to be discovered further)

I have also realized I have the useless ability to pull the exact same face throughout an entire film. Hope everyone is having a great week. Hopefully next week I will be able to share with you some of these outfits in actual outfit posts as per usual.  Thank you for al you lovely comments regarding the giveaway, it means a lot to me! If you havent participated yet, fell free to do so HERE.

How did you wear your flowers?

Sources: Michelle, Vanessa and Iris

I was pretty excited to sit back, and wait a while, to see just what the creative ladies of the blogosphere were going to do with H&M's long awaited Garden Collection. As always, it was not disappointing, they each styled the most wanted pieces in heir own individual and personal ways. It definitely looks like, the red rose jacket was one of the most successful pieces, along with the fan and rose dresses.

Sources: Taylor, Veronica, Valentine and ModeJunkie

But this collection was not all about the pretty dresses, the other pieces especially the floral leggings, skirts and brown shorts worked great as transitional looks. And, then of course they were the endless choice of floral dresses in all sizes, forms and textures to chose from, but chose is one thing this ladies didn't do. They seemed to have all gone home with at least two or three pieces of this near perfect collection.

Sources: Alice, Jen, Iris and Nathalie

Sources: ModeJunkie, Colline, Polka Dot (featuring Hedvig) and Liz

Sources: Kim, Ilanka, Michelle and Sabrina

Sadly for me I didn't get my hands of the red rose dress I was longing for, but I did pick up the nude fan dress, and the floral ruffle dress which I am pretty happy with, and thanks to the lovely  Ela I now have the chunky colourful necklace too. I will try and post some pictures soon, but the boyfriend has deserted me to go and sit under the sun in Cannes and thus leaving me with a remote and a tripod. A whole new experience for me!

For those of you, you haven't yet participated in the big giveaway and who want to, there is still plenty of time. All you have to do is comment on this post. Good Luck!!

G.I.V.E.A.W.A.Y

The countdown is finally over and 'P-Post' has finally arrived. I was hoping to be able to do two giveaways but due to a lack of time (I have literally just handed in my thesis) there will only be only one giveaway, but a nice big one. Also, I am preparing some more giveaways to come very soon!

Anyway, this is my way of saying thank you to all my readers, for your support and your sweet comments along the way, and also just your interest.  I wanted to give you the opportunity to win items that I have picked for you and think will be perfect for summer.

This giveaway will end one week from now, thus ending at midnight Friday the 16th April!!!

The lucky winner (randomly selected) will win:

- one KAGE signature T-shirt (as seen in the picture), courtesy of Kage designs - one AMERICAN APPAREL  'Le Sac' dress in navy blue with black straps (one size fits all) - one 'Who the fuck is FashionCloud?' canvas bag (created especially for this giveaway and seen on me in picture) - one Swatch golden Full Blooded watch (as seen in the picture and on me), courtesy of Swatch - one golden cloud necklace (just because I thought it was cute and appropriate when I saw it).

RULES (yes there are a couple of rules to ensure hat everyone gets an equal chance):

1. To enter all you have to do is POST A COMMENT THIS POST, with your name and e-mail adress so that I can contact the lucky winner.

2. This competition is OPEN TO EVERYBODY, so please feel free to participate.

3. You are allowed only ONE COMMENT, please dont abuse of this.

4. If you would like to INCREASE YOUR CHANCES of winning, then all you have to do it TWEET about the giveaway or FACEBOOK it (with  a link back to this post). This will grant you ONE EXTRA ENTRY that I will add before the draw.

5. And most importantly, ENJOY THE GAME and GOOD LUCK!

A Huge thank you to the contributors of this giveaway, this would not have been nearly as good without you!!

Toni

xx

Trompe l'oeil

If you remember one of my very first posts, I spoke about the collaboration between Rosalind Keep and Oasis. Last week, I received my very own Keep creation, and I have to say  really like it. It's fun and a bit different! I am just a bit worried I look like I'm wearing an apron.

//WEARING// Dress: Rosalind Keep x Oasis Big cardigan: H&M Heels: Zara

I am getting everything organized for the 100th post giveaway, be sure to keep an eye out this week as to not miss it. One lucky winner will received some goodies, perfect for summer!!