There are three things that are staples in the wardrobe right now: Flower Crowns (buy here!), Baseball tees (this one is vintage) and high waisted skirts. I especially LOVE this pinafore dress that I found on Simply Be (I know, not my usual kind of store but it's GREAT for plus size staples and bras and stuff. Yes!) that's actually designed by a youtuber, Sprinkle Of Glitter. Anyway I love it and it's super comfy and goes with everything. It's like my new favourite pair of jeans (I don't really wear jeans anymore, is that terrible?! haha).
This outfit is a bit matchy-matchy but you guys know me, I love that! even the little red tabs on my Vans match my flower crown and my top. hehe. I'm such a nerd.
My hair is just fading away here, but it's a little bit curly which always makes me feel fancy and good. Up in an Ariana Grande ponytail (which has been perfect for summer, omg this heat!) I kind of feel like a cheerleader. Where are my pompoms? I tell you what, I've been wearing flower crowns nearly everyday, it's such a life saver for me when I feel my hair is super messy and gross, I pop one on and boom, instant pretty hair.
Pretty sure I'm wearing no makeup at all in these photos. I'm chill like that. Some days I wear a full face, some days nothing at all. All depends on how I'm feeling.
It's been so long since I've done an outfit post, blimey! Feel like I'm still getting used to blogging again, so bare with me while I find my groove again. How have you all been? Are you looking forward to autumn? I can't wait!
Kim xo
p.s. little pin badge from my shop. empty #safetypin to try and discourage xenophobia.
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September 05, 2016
Pinafores and Baseball Tees. :: Style
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May 30, 2014
Hippie meets cowboy? :: Style.
So here I am, working in the studio/shop getting stuff done. Or trying to at least. :] My hair is a little pink- I'm trying to grow all the bleached bits out so I can be 100% natural. My shirt is from this awesome vintage store in Bristol called "Loot". Thier store is right next to the bus station, so it's kind of perfect for me to pop in when I go into town. Plus, they are great at taking vintage items and making them more wearable for today's people. I like them. My boots, I found them at my other favourite Bristol Vintage store, Repsycho. The socks are my handknitted 'Story Socks', the cardigan is a 'hand me down' from Dad (pure wool! yes!). And Leggings. Always Leggings.
I'm a fan of super comfy clothes that make me feel good. It might not be the most stylish things out there, but it works for me. (Although I'm a sucker for a nice pair of shoes. I never thought I was a shoe girl, but I kind of am... kind of. Maybe.) Do you put comfort over style? Have you ever dressed like a cowboy hippie?
Kimxo
P.S. It's SO FUN to have a shop to photograph my outfit posts in. I'm having way too much fun here, guys! It's criminal!!!
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March 26, 2014
Hello from my new office! :: Life
Finally I have a desk again! It's been months but I can finally work from my big computer again and I tell you what, IT FEELS GOOD. There's still a ton of boxes to unpack, but my studio is completely painted and fresh and I'm feeling ready to get some work done. It's slowly but surely starting to feel like mine.
p.s. I died my hair pink for funs yesterday. It won't stay long, but I'm enjoying the freshly dyed hair feeling!
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August 04, 2013
Haircut and an update. :: Life & Style.
Graduate life is interesting. Graduate life while being super sick is not so interesting. Simultaneously taking on more responsibilites (being no longer a student) and trying to reduce my stressful activities has been really difficult.
One thing that was getting in my way, and had to change, was my hair. I have really thick hair. It gets easily tangled and is very hard to manage. I just couldn't keep it up as it was taking ALL my energy just to wash it and half the time I had to get someone to help me brush it out. Yes, it was beautiful. Yes, there were lots of fun things I could do with it. But, only about 10% of the time was it even in a decent enough state to attempt anything other than a side braid (and I don't really have the energy to 'style' it anyway). And it was pretty much always in a big crazy bun during the summer. It was more of a pain than anything, and not something that I wanted to hinder my recovery.
So. It got the chop!
My hairs are happy and way more healthy. And it's super super easy to style. Thank goodness.For those that don't know- I'm taking a year off of school and work to focus on my health. The aim is to say 'good-bye' to CFS/M.E. It's a big goal, but I went straight into university after my A-levels, and pushed myself way too hard at the beginning. My body has not had a chance to recover since 2008 when I first got sick.
I've gritted my teeth and taken too many pain killers and made everything else my top priority. Now it's time to change that. With any luck I will feel rested, revived and maybe even get back to my happy weight. It's going to be a very long, tedious and slow process. I know this. I know I might not get better- but my body needs this. I need this.
It's been quiet around here, I know. I've been finding it harder to keep up with my photo editing and social media activities in general. This is probably down to how much I over did it with my final show project and exhibitions. They were really really awesome and I have no regrets, but it is kind of sad how much of my health I've had to sacrifice for college. Silly, really.
So, I will be posting here when I can (aiming for once or twice a week starting now!) and updating the shop as I go. There are a ton of fun things I want to share with you, including Tour De Fleece! But I think we'll both just need to be a little patient.
I've got so much to give and so much I want to do. I feel like saying 'you haven't seen the last of me!' but that feels a little dramatic. Just because I can't keep up to the same speed doesn't mean anything has really changed. I'm still here. I'm still making. I'm still Kim. :]
See you very soon,
Kimxo
p.s. I'm still doing daily updates on my instagram!!!
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June 28, 2013
The Amazings. :: Reviews & Talented Friends.
Hello! The lovely people at 'The Amazings' wrote to me about their great project & I've done a little review of their new Video classes.
Here's a little bit about the project:
The Amazings is an online platform where retired and retiring people pass on craft skills through classes and courses. There are now over 200 real life workshops on offer.
Demand for the classes has far outstripped what the individual Amazings can provide, so in order to widen the availability of the courses, they will now be available through a digital platform.
Online classes will be offered in everything from knitting and sewing, to bookbinding and retro-hair dos. They will consist of over 2 hours of video tutorials, commentary, teacher’s notes, and asking the teacher a question. Once enrolled, users will be able watch a class anywhere, anytime, and for as long as they like.
Okay, and here's what I think:
It's wonderfully friendly, like they are sat with you at your craft table. Sometimes video tutorials can feel forced or stiff, these were easy going and fun! Not too 'serious', lots of laughing and 'real'. You don't feel like you're missing out on anything, which I LOVE! It's like being in the front row. And as a bit of a geek when it comes to learning, I love that.
The set up of the video is more like a conversation between student and teacher. If I had any questions they were answered in the video. Very cool. Plus, you've got to love that Depth Of Field filming magic.
Included is written instructions and a description to look back on easily. Doing an online class in a video format is a brilliant idea, it's great for us anxiety-ridden people who want to get involved but are maybe a bit shy- or if you're someone that needs things repeated or explained again (you can just pause and rewind!), you can go at your own pace, and you can even wear your pyjamas while learning!
Below are a concise version of my notes from the two classes:
-Beauty products have always fascinated me. It's one of those mysteries- but not any more! Learning from a 'real person' that really knows what they are talking about has given me much more confidence. Thanks The Amazings!
-Retro Hair Dos! Something I've dabbled in before but never really known how to do it properly. So great to see it being done professionally and explained in a way that's easy to understand. Great step-by-step and fun looks to choose from. Wonder how it would work on different hair lengths... oh wait, he's now giving advice for super long hair! Thought of everything. Perfect.
And some photos of my go at doing my own 'Retro Hair Do'.
Seriously fun! I can't wait to try out more of the classes. Here's a link that (I think) gets you your first online class free. Otherwise go to theAmazings.com to learn more and browse what they've got online. It's such a great idea, learning old skills from the people that know them best!
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February 12, 2013
Blue/Green Hair- New on YouTube! :: Video.
So, there was that time that I had blue/green hair and I filmed a video of me goofing around listening to music at my desk. That was in 2010. I found that video over the weekend & it was too presh not to make something with it. haha. Here it is, enjoy:
For those of you that follow me on my silly twitter account where I give my thoughts on movies/series/books (kimwatchesstuff) and on Vine you'll know that I am a complete idiot in real life. haha. Okay, maybe not- but I am pretty geeky. :] This video should not surpise you. Also, I love you all & especially those of you who aren't afraid to get a little silly! kimxo
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September 02, 2012
T-shirt and jeans. :: Style.
I'm a big fan of comfort. Since being uncomfortable can zap my energy, I always choose comfy over fancy now. That does't mean I don't have to feel like I look good though. I love a good graphic tee.
Also I find that doing my hair a little bit can turn a 'boring' outfit into something with a bit of thought. It's kind of great that my hair is long enough to really play around with. Simple enough for a day working from home- but still okay to walk to the shops or the post office (and not feel like a crazy cat lady, haha!).
Love you, Kimxo
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June 13, 2012
Plum and fire. :: Hair & My Life.
Summertime makes me want to bleach my hair and go a little crazy- but it's getting too long to really manage that (considering it's also super thick!)- so I'm playing around with different shades of red ombre! Light purple is pretty much my least favourite colour (I overdosed on it at 13)- but I'm feeling deeper plums/violets as accents to reds and oranges this summer. Something cool to lighten all the warmth. Like magic and fire.
Amy took these sweet little snaps next to a Medieval/Renaissance oak spiral staircase at the V&A. I've been super inspired by those times right now & I've been wearing a lot of braids in my hair. This particular look was inspired by the Game of Thrones. (particularly this.)
It's a pretty easy look to get- just two braids on each side, attached together at the back. Ideally- they should be braided together- and maybe even do some french-braiding (if you're really clever!). If you grab more hair you can make it more of an up-do. It looks beautiful when it's really nice and tidy, but I like a natural good mess too. :]
What do you guys think?
Love, Kimxo
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June 12, 2012
Apron outfit. :: Clobber.
Happy Tuesday! This outfit is something fun I wore on a slightly soggy day in London town.
Shirt: Camden market.
Cardigan: Thrifted in London
Skirt: Thrifted in Yorkshire
Apron: Thrifted online.
Shoes: Toms.
The apron is a delicate synthetic old thing, that needs a bit of mending, but I highly enjoy the little pocket and the rounded bottom. I wear it over my jeggins mostly, but paired with this skirt, it makes me feel slightly like a poor victorian housemaid- which I love.I'm so awkward with outfit post poses- please excuse my crinkled face and uneasy limbs. haha. :] kxo
p.s. I dyed my hair- I'll share the new locks tomorrow!!
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December 22, 2011
New Weasley Hairs! :: Style.
Good thing about my parents living in a small town, is the wonderfully friendly neighbours, the beautiful countryside and cute little hairdressers. I visited one yesterday and got my hair cut & coloured. I haven't been to a salon since my hair was in a bob!
And it's the perfect colour. Literally. The perfect Weasley colour. [: And they totally kept a bit of the ombre I was rocking before. Score!
I'm really awkward with outfit photos. Especially when I'm excited. Let the jumping and twirling commense:
Top: Ebay.
Skirt: Thrifted by Mum in Yorkshire.
Jeggings: (really comfy, but from Sainsburys. oh dear! Thanks mum!)
Shoes: Somewhere on Oxford Street.I can't wait to wear it wavy. :D
p.s. the skirt is cool, no? Mum and Dad went on holiday (well, dad was working and mum got to explore the city during the day) and she found all these great finds! It's super cold up there, so there was TONS of 100% wool items and this skirt is actually floral cordory!!! Freaking LOVE a good thrift gift! It was a little big, so we had to take it in and make an extra pleat. It's got pockets too, so it kind of makes my butt look big, but I love it too much to care!
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