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After experiencing my annual pre-summer wardrobe meltdown I’m taking it back to basics with a boyfriend shirt and skinnies, made all the better with my new clunky summer 'slides' (sorry). After years of trying to persuade me to buy a pair of Birkenstocks, my Mum had just about given up. Now here I am buying them of my own accord, well, with a little help from Instagram... They’re doing that great (and right now much needed) thing of bringing in a new dynamic that helps me see old clothes in a new light. I’ve had my eye on them for a while but it was this article on The Distillerist that had me racing to the shops. Who knew Birks were eco?

Those of you who follow me on twitter might already know, but for those of you who don’t, spot the obvious visual clue above by way of an official introduction. I’m really excited to be interning with sustainable e-tailor rêve en vert over the summer! I’ll be getting to know more about the workings of the ethical fashion industry through REV founders Cora and Tash and will have lots of exciting things to share on here so stay tuned..

Second hand GAP shirt

Old Zara jeans

Birkenstocks

Black and White Summer

When June arrives it always feels as though summer should be just around the corner. But, after a brief flirtation with hot, sunny weather, for which I was stuck inside finishing off a dissertation, England seems to be failing dramatically on the weather front once again. I’m more impatient than normal this year due to the post-uni glow I’m currently basking in, which is in danger of being seriously tarnished by a lack of sunshine.

Pinterest is fast becoming a serious rainy-day addiction and in an attempt to remain optimistic re. summer I’m pinning rather than pining. A whimsical b&w inspiration post seems fitting and also a nice way of easing myself back into blogging after too long an absence. So, here’s to a loose, carefree and white-hot summer. Fingers crossed England’s got another heat wave hidden up its sleeve...

All pictures sourced via Pinterest

Boyish Blues

I’ve just got back from 4 days on the Kent coast where my current boyish favourites were in their baggy element. I bought these vintage Levi’s at Cow in Nottingham a few weeks back and although the low-slung style is admittedly taking some getting used to, they make laid-back summer dressing suddenly seem very easy. Being in such close proximity to the sea, I couldn’t resist pairing them with second-hand nautical stripes. A classic combo that was topped off nicely by new Ray-Ban Aviators I was given for my birthday, which enjoyed their sunny debut this past week. I’ve been looking to invest in some for a long time and their classic style and guaranteed quality guarantees I’ll be wearing them for many years to come.

Doubling up on comfy basics makes me so ready to throw in the dissertation towel and enjoy a summer that seems fast approaching, but unfortunately I've still got one more frantic month to endure until that happy day arrives. Hope you all enjoy the Easter weekend break and get to soak up some sunshine!

Photos by Jamie Biles

Emerson Fry

At the beginning of April I started my internship with online ethical, sustainable and conscious sourcebook The Distillerist. Task one involved bringing together a database of brands that are using responsible means to produce their clothes. The impressive size of the spreadsheet just goes to show how many individual companies out there are working to create stylish, conscious fashion.

I thought I’d share some photos from my favourite brand, Emerson Fry, whose simple, classic pieces are made in the USA using mostly natural fibres including cotton, silk and tencel. They fill me with hope that 'laid-back cool' is a real possibility and not just the American dream.

For inspiration on more fashion and beauty brands check out ‘The Little Green Book’ tab on The Distillerist.