Blitz Party

When I agreed to go to a 1940s themed party, it was said half hearted.  April is ages away, I thought.  I have plenty of time to figure out an outfit.  If all fails, I can always turn up as a time traveller from today gone to experince life during the Second World War.

But with one week to go I started to panic.  Finding clothes from the 1940s is fine.  But how do you find clothes that are befitting to this theme that you can wear again?

Six hours before the party I started my search.  I was anticipating a morning of frantic shopping filled with panic attacks, as well as the occasional anger issue with other equally frantic London shoppers.  However, my first attempt turned out to be the winner. 

It was lucky that my first stop was Topshop, Oxford Street.  It had some amazing clothes, but one look at this white polka dot dress and I knew I was on to something.  Perfect for the Summer, this dress isn't a one trick pony.

Dress: Topshop

Jacket: Topshop

Necklace: Topshop

Shoes: Kurt Geiger

Lipstick: Frenched by Benefit

Just Landed From Nars

What I love about the new Nars Spring 2012 collection is that unlike other make-up ranges out there at the moment that seem to have committed to soft, pastel shades, prim and proper for a pretty spring time, Nars have combined the freshness of the new season, with a Summer fever edge.  The range contains blissfully pink blushers, but teamed with dark eyes and strong lips.

I treated myself to Nars blush in Gaiety, the eyeliner in Dark Rite and the nail polish in Diamond Life.  The nail polish is a lovely pearlescent purple - incredibly glam but perfect for day to day wear, which I love.

For the lips, however, I opted to go with Lipstick Queen's new shade, Saint Eden.  This glossy cherry red feels like it's moisturising your lips while giving you that summer twist.

 A definite must have!

Another brand new blusher in the market is Hervana by Benefit.  Hervana is a delightfully pale pink blush that adds dimension to your look.  It's perfect for subtle prettiness.