One Sunny Summer Wedding | Just Add Ginger

Dress: ASOS. Fascinator: Debenhams. The Boy's Suit: Slaters

Mid-July, Boyfriend & I, took a trip down to Oxfordshire to attend a family wedding at the beautiful Belmond le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons. 

I've only been to a few weddings as a grown-up, and deciding what to wear is always difficult. It is Summer, so I knew that too restricting a choice could end up in discomfort, feeling sweaty, or something even worse! 

But I had planned well ahead of time, and knew hat I had just the right floaty, fluttery-sleeved number in my wardrobe (purchased from ASOS - whenever I need something, ASOS always gets it right!) 

Finding a fascinator was a little bit more tricky. With the wedding being held in such a beautiful venue, I knew I just had to go all out. But finding a piece of headwear that actually suited my head and was comfortable was more difficult than I first anticipated. But my final choice could not have been more perfect. It was comfortable, classy, and I ended up being one of the very few ladies who kept their hat on all day.

Boyfriend's suit-buying experience was fantastic. He opted to go for a more tailor-made experience, so we headed to Slaters in Liverpool. And they really looked after him, listening to the sort of look he wanted to go for (channelling Michael Fassbender,) and ensuring that all the alterations were done to perfection. 

It was a glorious, beautiful day. I felt so glamorous, and very Kate Middleton, with my ghd curls and pretty headwear. And the Boy looked dapper in his choice of slate grey suit with royal blue accents (we were so matchy-matchy!) 

Who's heading to a wedding this Summer? 

Ginger's Fashion: My North West Bloggers Event Outfit

Maxi Dress: ASOS, Cardigan, New Look, Bandeau: New Look, Multi-Chain Necklace: ASOS

Hair: Blossom Hair & Make Up

Now that I'm getting in to my later-20s I'm finding it a bit harder to know what kind of things I should be wearing. I know the clothes that I like to wear, but I'm starting to get a bit conscious that I may not be able to pull certain things off as well as I used to. 

For the North West Bloggers Event in June, I needed something to keep me cool, that was sophisticated, but still a bit whimsical I kept my trusty old maxi dress from ASOS understated by teaming it with a black bandeau from New Look to protect my modesty, and added a pop of colour with a coral cardigan from New Look. I threw on my vintage-inspired multi-chain necklace just to pull everything together. 

My hair added a touch of fun and whimsy. My lovely hairdresser Beth from Blossom Hair & Make Up did it for me. I love braided hairstyles and she created an up-do for me that was really bohemian and free, and meant that I wouldn't get overheated. It made me feel young and fresh, and created an extra accessory for my outfit.

And I bloody loved it! 

Ginger Fashion: OOTD Update

Normally when summer comes around, I crack out the maxi skirts, linen trousers, and clothing that generally hides my legs from total view. 

Well.... this summer there is no way I intend to forgo my precious maxi style, but I am definitely embracing the fact that I am a young woman and I am really proud of who I am! I'm in a stupendously happy place in my life, so it's time to reflect that in my clothing choices! 

Here are some of the summer styles I have been working lately. All photos are taken from my Instagram account. 

My Username is: Gingerjax

I have quite a relaxed style, especially in the summer, and like pieces that I can mix and match and play around with

Print Scarf: Primark 

Black Maxi Dress: ASOS

Neon Kimono: H&M

Leaf Necklace: ASOS (Old)

Crop Top: New Look

High Waisted Shorts: River Island (Old)

Stackable Rings: H&M

Bracelets: A Present

White Shirt: River Island

Maxi Skirt: Primark 

Stackable Rings: H&M

Playsuit: River Island

I'm off to France next week with my parents. 14 days of soaking up the French sun and indulging in a glass of vino or two! I'll definitely be taking some of these pieces with me! 

Pssst: Don't forget to check out my JustaddGinger FB page for picture, post, and video updates

Ginger x

O is for OOTD's

O: OOTD's

Instagram: @Gingerjax

If you have checked out my Instagram then you will know that I often post OOTD pictures. For those of you who don't know what an OOTD is, it stands for "Outfit of the Day."

I think it's great being able to share how you style up different looks - especially those from the high street! I know I've picked up a lot of ideas through other Instagram OOTD posts. Watching OOTD videos on YouTube is also a great way to find new ways to style different items of clothing if you're unsure of how to wear certain things, or want to try a new look!

And now that I have my own JustAddGinger channel on YouTube, I wanted to give OOTD (or OOTE: Outfit of the Evening) videos a go too. Here's my latest....I'm hoping to make them quite a regular feature!

Ginger x

F is for Flying Fashion

F: Flying Fashion

It's 3.10am in the morning and I am up and dressed ready for a taxi to come and whisk me away to Amsterdam for the weekend.

When I fly, I like to be as comfortable as possible without losing my personal style. Today I opted for a basic jumper/legging combo for optimum comfort, and mixed this with a pair of super cosy boots (it's freezing at this time in the morning!) my hat and scarf finished off the look, and added in a bit of a signature touch!

Hat: Topshop

Scarf; Primark

Jumper Dress: H&M

Leggings: New Look

Boots: Sketchers

My 3am face.....

I applied a touch of make up just so that I don't look like a ghost. Concealer, mascara and blusher are a MUST at this time in the morning to help me go from transparent, to a more alive shade of pale!

 

Ginger x

OOTD: 23/06/12

Bonjour Universe!

Today is going to be quite a busy day in the life of Ginger. I'm up early because my parents are coming over to see me and deliver back the rest of my holiday clothes. 

I'll have socks! Yay! 

Then, this evening, one of my best friends is coming over for a veg night (veg as in chilling out....not vegetable related fun!) 

Last night, I had a complete girly moment and watched "Eclipse"....

Definitely Team Edward! 

Hope you all have a lovely Saturday!!!