autumn to winter transition pieces.

I was looking at my old posts for some ideas and I saw one called 'summer to autumn transition pieces' and I thought, hey why not do one for autumn to winter, so here it is!

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Winter and autumn are pretty similar but in winter, you need a lot thicker knits, well here in the uk anyways!

~ snood/scarf and gloves

~ a good warm coat

~ knitted tights/knee high socks

~ oversized cardigan

~ snug hoodie (not very fashionable, I know!)
~ thick fluffy socks, perfect for boots
~ boots
~ woolly hat

Kayla x

10 autumn essentials.

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1. lip balm/chapstick

2. snood/infinity or circle scarf

3. gloves/mittens

4. cable knit sweater

5. ankle/knee high boots

6. quality coat

7. knee high socks

8. denim/plaid shirt

9. leggings

10. jeans

I hope you liked this cheeky little post.

Kayla x

the A/W wishlist: updated.

Pull and Bear Black High Waisted Jeans // American apparel Helvetica alphabet T-shirt

Topshop Cable Knit Pom Pom Hat // American Apparel Velvet Skater Dress (youth)

H&M Black Wool Hat

As you can see, I've added quite a lot to my autumn/winter wishlist compared to my last one here. You may realise that the AA alphabet top I show above actually shows the letter 'n'. I'd just like to clear that my middle name starts with 'n', it's Nadia by the way, and I prefer it to my name, Kayla. 

I hope you liked this post!

Kayla x

autumn skincare routine.

In Autumn, I tend to slightly switch up my skincare routine to help keep my skin hydrated in the cold London months.

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In the morning, I wash my face with Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Scrub and after, I moisturise with Boots Botanics Calming Day Cream. That's really it for the morning.

In the night, I'll wash my face again but this time I only wash it with water since if I wash my face too much, I get a lot of spots, weird huh? I then again moisturise with the same Boots Botanics Calming Day Cream. On in the night, if I notice any spots on my face, I use the Clean & Clear Advantage Spot Treatment directly onto the spot. 

Twice a week, instead of using a scrub, I use the Garnier Pure 3 in 1: Wash, Scrub and Mask. I actually only use this as a mask because I think it's the nicest mask I have ever used, seriously. 

Also, twice a week, I use the Neutrogena Spot Stress Cleansing Lotion. I put this onto a cotton pad and swipe it all over my face to remove dirt, oil and impurities. I don't use this everyday because I find that my skin freaks out and I get massive breakouts. 

As you can tell, I don't use a lot of products on my skin because 1) I don't have the time in the morning/I can't be bothered and 2) for my skin, and my hair too, less is more as it gets oily throughout the day, even though it's pretty dry. I don't cleanse and tone my skin for the same reasons and I don't think I've ever found a cleanser or toner that I can use daily without getting breakouts - it's great to have sensitive skin ugh.

I hope you liked this even though it was a lot shorter than I expected.

Kayla x

my autumn resolutions.

Hello everyone! I was stuck today for what to write for a post but then a random idea popped into my head, "what about autumn resolutions?" I'm sure someone has already done it and I know that I never keep to my New Year's resolutions but I thought, why not? Instead of resolutions to always do my homework on time and all that jazz, it's going to be a bit more beauty/fashion/just life in general related.

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1. To read more books - I read a lot of books if I'm honest but since school started, I've just reread my old ones since I'm too lazy to buy some more. Ones that I particularly want to read are It's Kind Of A Funny Story by Ned Vizzini and What Happened to Goodbye? by Sarah Dessen.

2. Eat less junk food - What can I say...I am addicted to crisps and chocolate. I really need to get healthier so I'm going try! *fingers crossed*

3. Spend less money - I find myself splurging on expensive clothes during autumn/winter time. So I'm going to try and spend a little less.

Do you have any autumn resolutions?

Kayla x

autumn wishlist.

Autumn and spring are definitely my 2 favourite seasons, with winter and summer coming in joint third place. Autumn also has my favourite fashion trends and this season, I have more things I really would like than usual.

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1. Bowler hat - I've wanted a bowler hat ever since I've seen ghostparties' blog. She got hers from H&M but since I haven't seen it on their website, I'm considering the topshop or urban outfitters ones. However, they're around £25+ and I can't bring myself to spend that much on a hat, so I'll have to hope someone gifts it to me? ;)

2. Pleather/parka military coat - I have been seeing this everywhere on youtube, literally. I love it so much. I'm not one to follow the hype, like I don't like wearing stuff that everyone else wears but this is a total exception. The topshop one is crazy expensive so I might get the Primark one, so we'll have to see, eh?

3. Pleather circle skirt/shorts - I've really fallen in love with pleather aka the cheaper and vegan/vegetarian alternative to real leather. I think they are pretty versatile and just gorgeous in general. 

4. Riding pants - After watching qu33ney's video on youtube of her wearing riding pants, I fell in love. I adore the American Apparel ones but the well they are expensive! Since Harriet got hers from H&M, I was wishing they still sold them! *fingers crossed*

What are your autumn wishes?

Kayla x

things to do in autumn.

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Now autumn is here and I'm sure winter will be quick to follow, we normally cosy up inside and avoid going out. Lucky for you, I've made up a little list of things to do throughout winter and autumn. The great thing is that most of them won't cost you a single penny!

~ When it snows, go to the park and have a snowball fight at night
~ At night, go outside (in your garden or the park, etc) sit down with your friends/family and look up at the stars. To make it even better, drink hot chocolate, tea or whatever hot/cold beverage you like!
~ Lie down in a pile of leaves
~ Stay in at home and watch have a movie marathon
~ Go to a campsite and toast marshmallows around the fire (like in the films haha!) An alternative is to have a picnic
~ When its raining outside or you just want to stay in, find loads of your favourite pictures and make a scrapbook
~ Go to an indoor ice rink
~ And of course, make snowmen and go sledging!

Kayla x

summer to autumn transition pieces.

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There's always that awkward few weeks between the end of summer and beginning of autumn when you don't know if you should wear more or less layers and the weather, that always seems to be changing, doesn't help either. So swap your shorts for jeans, your sandals for boots and your sleeveless tops for some chunky knit cardigans!

~ a pair of boots:
I'm a sucker for any kind of ankle boots, especially these boots from Zara. You can wear any kind of boots, ankle boots or even boots that go higher than your kneecaps!

~ a warm coat:
Warm coats are an essential here in the UK and can be used pretty much all year round. I especially love this  faux fur lined parka from Pull & Bear. The khaki colour means that you can still look trendy and be warm at the same time.

~ a cable knit jumper:
This cable knit jumper from H&M comes in a variety of colours, including a gorgeous burgundy colour, and is priced at a very reasonable £12.99

~ a pair of jeans
Jeans are the ultimate staple in any girl's wardrobe, especially skinny jeans but any style of jeans are just as good! This pair from Topshop are super comfortable and are very versatile.

Kayla x