The theme lately has been all about change and with a new chapter opening in September it is only right we carry on talking about this topic and discuss some other things that will be changing. Along with changing my style I am also planning on changing things I do and also what I buy. I feel like I am just realising now that previously I have been coasting through life but now as new chapters begin it is time to dial in and make them changes to really improve my life all round. So here are some of the things I am going to be stopping doing...

Life

Throughout various aspects of my life there are a few things I want to change and I know that by stopping doing these things things will certainly change my life in various ways. Nothing is really a major change either so there is no reason these things can't happen sooner rather than later.

Saying yes to everything with family

I am a sucker for just dropping plans to nip out with my family for a few hours after work but looking at it now it is meaning I have less time wit Liam, jobs around the house aren't taking place and I am not having the time I would like to have to work on content. Granted I won't always be stopping saying yes, every now and again a bit of extra family time is needed but if I want to really make a go of my content once again I know those unplanned nights need to be cut right back. It is time to focus and keep those nights as planned.

Stop neglecting my health journey

Things started off so well with my weight loss & fitness journey but then things took a turn and somehow the journey just came to a halt and I started going backwards rather than progressing. I will 100% be stopping neglecting my journey and making it one of my most important things by focusing on the foods I eat and making sure I am moving a lot more. If I plan to work my 9-5 and then go home and work on content a lot of my day will be spent sat down so the plan is to stop being lazy and get up early to have a good breakfast and prep my meals for the rest of the day. Once this is done it will be all about planning my day ensuring I am adding walks into my day and 1 hour of exercise there is no excuse for not having 1 hour a day to work on my fitness. By planning and stopping neglecting my journey I feel like I could make some serious progress for the rest of 2024 and maybe even hit my big goal in 2025 but I guess we will see if it will all go to plan over time.

Stop paying too much attention to other peoples opinions

This one is a big one that I need to stop doing as it is having such a negative impact on me overall. It is no secret I am wanting to change my style and dress how I want to however, I am constantly letting other peoples opinions delay this process. I am listening to peoples comments on my style and size and it is really wearing me down in all honesty. The plan is for me to learn ways to block the negativity out and start to focus on myself and my own opinions for a change. At the end of the day if I am comfortable and confident in clothing then that is all that should matter to me and as for my size well I have just mentioned how my fitness journey is going to be a priority going forward.

Stop procrastinating 

I am a procrastinator that is for sure and I will do anything but work on the task at hand and then the procrastinating turns into negitivity as I feel like I have let myself down. The plan going forward is to work on my procrastination and turn it into productivity. So many content ideas get neglected due to the procrastinating and other projects I have in mind so the plan now is to get rid of the procrastination and smash on with working towards to life I want to live and get done all those ideas that have just been sat there.

Style & beauty

In terms of the style and beauty aspect of my life there are plenty of things I need to stop doing that will help me finally achieve the style I am wanting in life and finally look like I am put together rather than everything being all over the place like it currently is.

Stop rushing to get ready

This is a big one at the moment as I am giving myself about half an hour to get out of the door and it is just not working as my outfits look terrible and my skin and hair are definitely not benefiting from it. I need to stop rushing and designating time on a Sunday to get all my outfits for the week sorted so I know exactly what I am wearing and when the outfit is required for. I also need to set aside over an hour to get showered do a skin care routine and hair routine to make sure I am going out the door looking my best for a change. 

Stop buying everything men's

Now sometimes an item from the men's department may work for me but I don't need every item to be from the men's section like it currently is. These items really won't suit my new style so I just need to stop heading to that department and look for female alternatives instead. This goes for footwear too as the men's options are a bit too bulky for what I require. There is also toiletries the scents just don't do it for me and the skincare is not suitable for me so it is time to step away and get bits from the women's section instead. 

Stop following trends

The style I want to go for is more smart and totally opposite so I need to not get sucked in to buying trends which don't fit what sort of outfit I am going for. The trends like baggy jeans which I got sucked into and I barely wear as I don't want that sort of style, or the printed t-shirts that I actually used to love but aren't that much of a fan of currently. It is time to stop following trends and start dressing how I want for a change not like everyone else dresses.

So we have just spoken about the things I need to stop doing but there are also plenty of things I need to stop doing as I am constantly wasting money which is becoming a bit of an issue as it means I am not putting the money to one side for the items I really do want or for those much needed jobs that need doing around the house. I really do need to become better with my finances and stop buying for the sake of it so here is what I am going to try stop buying...

Trainers I am never going to wear

Now this is a big one for me as I get pulled in by the hype of trainers, see them at a reasonable price and then buy them. They then end up just sat in a box as I don't want to ruin them and feel like I have wasted my money if they get destroyed which in reality I am wasting the money by not wearing them. The plan going forward is to only buy trainers I really like and I know I am going to wear.

Clothing with big logos

I am over the days of the graphic t-shirts and big logos like Supreme etc. The plan going forward is to dress smarter and my clothing purchases need to reflect that so big logos and prints are out and small logos or plain items of clothing are in. The subtle look is something I want to opt for now and I know by eliminating those big logos and prints I will actually save money too as I won't be buying a few every time I go shopping.

Things I am never going to use

I know this may seem like a bit of a broad spectrum but I guess that is exactly what it is. There are so many things I buy whilst I am out and about for the sake of it and when I look around to things in packaging that I know I am never going to be bothered about I question why I got them in the first place and wonder just how much I could have saved the money instead. Buying for the sake of it is stopping now and I can only buy things if the are a need or have been on my shopping wish list for a while but more on that topic another day.

I just know if I can stop doing all these things mentioned my life will improve so much and if I stopped buying all the things mentioned my finances would allow me to do so much more so let's see if I can finally put all these things into practice and really change how life is and see what I can make of it. 

Keep an eye on social media and here to see if these things do change or if things are going to be the same but I can honestly say 110% effort is going to be made to make sure things now change as I enter a new chapter in my life. 

See you soon

Lucy

How on earth are we in September already? This year is going by a lot faster than others and September is bound to go just as fast if not faster as it is going to be a very busy month. September sees the start of my football season where I will once again be testing to see if my body can carry me through a football season. It is also the month where I turn 30! There are going to be plenty of celebrations throughout the month so it is going to be a case of trying to squeeze everything in whilst also having a super productive month. The goals I am setting myself are pretty realistic for how busy the month is going to be so I can feel like I am smashing the month. So here are the goals I am setting myself...

Fitness

Buy more autumn pieces

Autumn finally rolls around in September and it is safe to say it is my favourite season to dress for. With the style changes I am going through I have identified some gaps in my wardrobe for the season so the plan in September is to get those gaps filled an build my ideal autumn wardrobe for when the weather changes.

Make an effort with my outfits

Right September is time for me to stop being lazy and actually make an effort when it comes to my outfits. This means making sure I am wearing items that fit me right, that aren't losing colour and actually go together rather than throwing any old outfit on. This also means making sure all clothing is dog hair free and freshly ironed too as I am sick of being lazy with my clothing.

Keep decluttering my wardrobe to lean towards my new style

Slowly but surely I am getting more confident to wear the new style I am aiming for although I do have a long way to go and find myself reaching for my old faithful outfits more often than not. The plan in September is to keep on decluttering my wardrobe so that I have no option but to head for the new style. By decluttering the wardrobe I will finally free up a bit more space for those new items I am bringing in and can finally streamline my wardrobe. 

Invest in more basics

Whilst I am adding to my wardrobe I want to make sure I am adding some basics that are going to last me a while & also see me through autumn whilst working with other pieces I already own. The sort of things I am going to be investing in are t-shirts both long & short sleeved, vest tops for layering. I am also planning on investing in some better socks as the Nike's don't cut it anymore I need some nice neutral dress style socks and some thicker ones for the colder dog walks.

Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize with every outfit

Something I have realised lately is that accessories can really make an outfit. The times I have added accessories too I have felt so much more confident so I know that I really need to do it daily. I have plenty of accessories already and plan to add a few more to my rotation soon so I have no excuse to not be doing this daily. 

Life

Find a balance for everything

As I said earlier September is going to be a busy month so I setting myself a goal to find a balance in the month to avoid the dreaded burnout so I can enjoy myself. The plan is to put together a routine where I can balance work, family life, celebrations and football whilst also working on content and feeling somewhat human once the month comes to an end. 

Go on more dog walks

I have been slacking when it comes to the night time dog walks and have been leaving them all to Liam. The goal for September though is to get out on a lot more of the night time walks with Liam and the dog & also spending more time walking with them on a weekend, I know I will benefit from the fresh air so let's hope this is a goal I smash.

Read a book

These days of me reading daily are well and truly gone however, I really do want to start reading more often again so I am making it a goal for September to actually sit down and read a book. I feel like it is time to sit and read one of the many fiction books I have got gathering dust. 

Create a morning routine

I am determined to stop being lazy in September and with the month being a month of change I feel like it is time I sat and worked out my perfect morning routine. I am currently being super lazy and mornings are rushed however, I want to get it so on a weekday I can get up have a coffee whilst sorting social media posts for the day, who knows it will hopefully help me become more consistent. I also want the routine to create a much slower start to the day on both weekends and weekdays but we will talk about that when we get the routine nailed.

Kick start my 30's in the best way

My 30th birthday is towards the start of the month so I am determined to use the rest of the month to make sure my number age category gets underway in the best way possible. If all these goals on this post go to plan I think it is safe to say my 30's will be starting in the best way but I guess only time will tell. 

Home

Keep the house spotless post party

In the run up to my party at home we are decluttering and tidying room by room, we have then booked a cleaner to come in and get the house looking its best before the actual party. The plan post party is to give the house another good clean and then finally start to keep on top of jobs rather than letting our standards slip like we have been doing. I am really hoping this is a goal we can tick off as I am sick of the house at the moment.

Declutter the bathroom shelves

As I said earlier we are going room by room decluttering and we are almost done however, a goal for the month is to go through and declutter the bathroom shelves and get them spotless without keeping hold of things for the sake of it like we have been doing. If we are ruthless with this we will gain so much space on the shelves at long last and we can restock products we are actually going to use whilst condensing how many products we actually have.

Keep on top of the washing & ironing

The wash baskets have been ridiculous lately as they have been overflowing just due to laziness. That is going to change by the end of September as I am determined to get everything washed, decluttered and put away at long last, gone are the days of letting things pile up for the sake of it. Plus with the new chapter the ironing is have to be done regularly to make sure our clothes are looking the best at all times.

Get more quotes for the hallway works

We have had one quote for the hallway so far which was plastering with an option to decorate after, let's just say the price shocked us a bit so we know it might take a while to get the works underway. We need to sort out the sort of budget we need though so the plan is to try get at least a joiner quote in September as this will be possibly the biggest cost. If we got a rough estimate for the flooring too that would be great but let's just see how things go shall we.

Keep saving towards the hallway works

I guess this one kind of comes and in hand with the above goal but the plan in September is for me to not dip into my savings and actually save towards the hallway works. I have told myself it is going to take twice as long if I don't knuckle down and save now and as it is a job we really want doing it is time to step things up a bit.

Content

Post on the Edge of the Area Instagram daily

Football season is back in full swing in September as by the end of the month all the women's leagues will be underway. I guess this has shown me just how much I have been slacking on all things Edge of the Area so the plan for September is to start showing up on social media once more and actual put content out seen as last season I totally lost love for it all.

Post more regularly on TNG Instagram

I finally know the direction I want to take the TNG Instagram account in so the plan in September is to be a whole lot more consistent with it. Granted I am not sure if daily posting will take place just yet however, even 2 or 3 posts a week will be a win for me for this one.

Post every weekday on TNG website

Right the plan for the month is to have 5 posts going up each week, which means 1 post every weekday. If I just get a routine sorted out and get a bit more organised I should easily be able to get this done. I have enough ideas of what I want to write so fingers crossed by the end of the month there will be a bunch of new posts on here.

Post more on TikTok

Social media has been well and truly neglected so fingers crossed all the goals above will help me become a bit more consistent with it. I really want to push on with my TikTok account as I know there is a lot of potential if I was a lot more consistent with it. Let's see how this one goes as I have a few ideas for it.

Get the TNG Media accounts posting more often

I want to have a big push for creating for TNG Media during September as I really want to get some ideas off the ground. The plan is to just push out products I have created so far just to get the account seen whilst also working on ideas in the background. A post a week would keep me happy at the moment but let's see how it goes.

So there you go there are my goals for the month of September, I am determined to have a very good, productive month so let's see how many of these goals are ticked off as completed by the time the 1st of October rolls around. I am very hopeful that the new chapters opening through the month are going to help with the productivity levels so let's see how it plays out.

See you soon

Lucy

Well pay day has finally happened and it couldn't have come any sooner. The plan with this pay day is to save, save, save however, with my birthday falling in this time frame I have a fair few party expenses to pay out. That being said though I feel like this wish list for the month is a nice mix of items that are going to take me through the change of season towards the end of September and also help me get back on track with my weight loss journey but I guess we will see with that. So here is what has made it onto my August pay day wish list...

Random items

These items fall into the random items category as they aren't fashion or fitness based but are items I have had my eye on for a while now. I will hopefully be treating myself to a fair few of these pieces throughout the month...

Ralph Lauren Mug

Our mug cupboard is currently going through a big declutter as a lot are worse for wear. The plan is to upgrade the mugs slowly over time with some nice looking ones, rather ones where prints wash off. I keep getting drawn towards a few different Ralph Lauren ones, so I need to work out which one I really want to pick up. I love the football one but I also love the Ralph's coffee one, who knows I might end up getting a few of these but for this pay day I am going to try settle for just the one. 

Ralph Lauren Travel Mug

With the cold weather coming I am preparing ahead and the plan is to not have half as many drinks out as we did last year and instead take drinks out with us. I would love to pick up a Ralph Lauren travel mug for those walks to work and the long dog walks we will definitely be going on. This might be expensive at first but I am more likely to get the use out of it if I like how it looks.

New Perfume

I am 100% using some of my August wage to pick up a new perfume as I am very slowly running out of current perfume so an upgrade is required. I am thinking something a bit fancier than usual and something that is going to work well in the darker months too. Chanel No5 is drawing me in the most at the moment so I have a funny feeling that this going to be the one I end up purchasing.

Skincare

I need to sort my skin out once and for all so I know that a fair bit of August's pay is going to go on bits to help me get my skin back into a good condition. I have been looking into the CeraVe range a lot lately so I feel like I will end up with a few bits from them and maybe a few other brands. It is time to build up a good morning & night time skincare routine.

Following on from my post all about my style journey as things are changing where I mentioned it wasn't just clothing that was changing but other aspects too, today's post is all about the purchase I am hoping to make in the near future to help along with the changes in all aspects of my journey. There are plenty of purchases I want to make to help along with my overall changes but I have noticed that a lot of these items are getting pretty expensive therefore I am certainly going to have to get saving up for a lot of these purchases rather than just being able to head out and purchase them straight away. I guess this might be a good thing though as I can really consider if these purchases are for me or not rather than rushing into them like I normally do and who knows by the time I have got to the point of picking an item up I may have changed my mind but I guess only time will tell with that. 

So here are the items I am planning on saving up to purchase to help me along with those changes I am wanting to make in my life overall...

Now this is a fragrance brand I have wanted to try for a long time as Lydia Millen used to mention them all the time and since then I have heard plenty of good things about the fragrances they do. I am really hoping that in the not so distant future I can add one of these fragrances into my rotation but with the price of a bottle I am going to have to find a store where I can go find the perfect scent for myself. I high quality fragrance is something I need to add to my wardrobe ASAP though.

Chanel Perfume

Just like with the Penhaligons I have heard really good things about the Chanel Coco Mademoiselle fragrance however, the price point has always put me off picking up a bottle. This is definitely going to change though as I am hoping this is going to be one of the first items off this list I pick up. From what I have seen about this fragrance it is perfect for the autumn & winter seasons so lets hope I can get a bottle in time.

Origins cream

I have lost count of how many times I have picked up this cream and then put it back due to the price however, I am now starting to invest in my skincare as my skin is in such terrible condition at the moment so I think this is going to be one of the purchase I make early on. I have heard good things about this cream so let's hope when I do get it the expectations are lived up to. 

Kiehls Midnight Recovery

Now this is something else I have put off buying for so long due to the cost but I am now considering finally picking up a bottle of this to see if it helps make any difference to my skin. This is something I have had recommended to me plenty of times over the years so let's hope it is another product that will live up to expectations.

Red Light Mask 

This might scare the dog and give me 5 minutes of peace away from him as the mask does look quite creepy however, I am at the stage now where I will do anything to help sort my skin out. This is another product I have heard good reviews about so want to try one for myself. This is quite an expensive item though so I am going to have to look into which one is going to be best for me.

Dyson Hair Dryer Supersonic

Now my current Lee Stafford hair dryer is on its way out as it doesn't smell or sound great anymore and it is only a matter of time until it totally gives up on me. My hair has grown so much lately and it is about time I spent some money on products that are going to help me look after my hair now it is growing the way I want it. I keep getting drawn towards the Dyson hair dryer and I have heard some good things in the past about it so maybe it is time for me to save up to make the purchase although the price looks quite scary to me.

Tag Watch

I think a Tag watch has been on my wish list for about 10 years now so the plan is to get saving up to finally add one to my collection. These really aren't cheap however, I just absolutely love the design and silhouette of these watches and I feel as though it is the perfect watch to start building up a bit more of a higher end watch collection which is the absolute dream for me.

Now that I am getting older I am realising that things are changing in so many aspects of my life however, one big change is coming in terms of my style and I need to start listening to my head when it comes to my style now as it is telling me it is time to move on from what I currently wear and try something different. At the moment I am not enjoying my wardrobe 99% of the time which in turn is making getting ready a real struggle. I think that not liking my wardrobe is a real sign of me growing up and changing the direction of my life to be honest as the graphic t-shirts just aren't doing it for me anymore. 

Getting ready on a morning is just one big struggle as I can never find anything to wear as I don't want to be going to work in graphic t-shirts daily, I want to look a lot smarter. Not having things to wear is also resulting in me going out with 0 confidence as the clothing isn't cutting it and I feel I am going out looking lazy etc and it is about time that changed at long last. 

I want to be able to go out and feel good in my clothing once again and this is what I am going to keep in mind and aim for whilst I am out shopping for new pieces. Granted whilst I am wanting to improve my wardrobe and find that perfect style I am also going to be mindful of my weight loss journey, with my size hopefully changing a lot in the near future I don't want to be spending a fortune on clothing for it not to fit properly a few months down the line. Also I don't want to be spending a fortune if the style doesn't actually work for me which is also why I won't be throwing out all my current clothing straight away, I need to work out what works for me and what doesn't, imagine getting rid of everything and then feeling worse in the clothing I bought to fill the gaps.

So with all that being said it is definitely going to be a journey for me to find that style that just works right for me and gives me that confidence back at long last. So here are the kind of things you can expect from me on here and on my social media accounts...

Showcasing new in pieces

There is obviously going to be a fair bit of shopping involved in this journey as I aim to build my perfect wardrobe so you can expect plenty of new pieces showcased on here and over on my social media accounts. This might be new clothing, new accessories or shoes but I can guarantee now each purchase will help with the journey rather than being a waste of money.

Sharing how I feel in different outfits etc

This might be more over on social media however, I will be sharing how I feel in different styles/outfits as this will show what is working for me and what isn't working. I am hoping I will be able to say each outfit on this journey builds my confidence a little bit more however, I guess only time will tell. Doing this should also help me decide what to get rid of and avoid in the future or what to purchase more of.

Showing how I style different outfits I pick up

As I am showing the items I picked up I guess it is only right that I show how I style those pieces. I am hoping to add a lot more styling content to this page all based on those new items I am bringing in that are different to what I would usually buy. Hopefully I can get back into doing those how to wear & how I style posts which I used to love doing. This will also help show me what works for me and what doesn't.

Show off my inspirations

A lot of my style inspiration is actually coming from social media lately and the plan is to highlight that inspiration over on my social media and occasionally on here. I think there may even be some outfit recreation posts in the future to see if the inspiration works for me or if I need to tweak it a lot to fit me better.

I think I can honestly say there is going to be a big shift in content going forward to suit the style change and my own self discovery journey. In terms of things changing though these are some things I am now going to be doing when it comes to my style overall...

Buy what I really want

Now this is a pretty big one for me to be honest as for so long I have listened to others whilst shopping and those people have put me off making certain purchases and advised me to stick to what I currently wear. This is a cycle I definitely need to break and if I like an item I should try it on and if I still like it I should just treat myself and follow the style I want rather than people talking me out of it.

Aim for a more luxurious/smarter style

I mentioned earlier my style at the moment just feels lazy and definitely needs working on which I think is why this whole mindset around what I wear has reared its head. The plan going forward is going to be aiming for a more luxurious/smarter style, something that is going to take time and some consideration day to day but I know it is going to be worth it in the end.

Less logos & prints

I guess this is possibly going to be the biggest change here as 99% of my clothing is currently covered in graphics or logos. To be honest though I just aren't feeling it anymore and I am finding myself wanting some nice plain or small subtle logo tops in my rotation. I feel that a small subtle logo just looks so much better than a random graphic that takes up the whole of your t-shirt. Going forward it is going to be very rare you see me in a big graphic t-shirt and by removing these I will have so much free space in my wardrobe too. 

Accessorising my outfits more

I am going down the plain and smarter route so my outfits might end up looking a bit plain however, that is where the change is coming into play as going forward you will see me adding much more accessories into my outfits whether is is a watch, jewellery, a cap or something different you bet you will see some consideration over what goes with each outfit. The accessories are lacking at the moment so expect a few unboxing's of these going forward as I build up a nice little rotation.

Even the footwear is changing

I am even planning on changing the footwear I wear so expect to see those changes happening over on social media and here. At the moment I spend a fortune on sneakers I might not even wear just because they are 'hyped' going forward though that is changing. Inside I am going to be buying much smarter silhouettes that go better with the style I am opting for, these might not be for everyone but if they work with what I am purchasing I will be picking them up. It isn't just going to be sneakers I buy either as I am going to look at picking up loafers and smarter shoes going forward just to mix it up a bit and look a bit smarter than just being in sneakers 24/7. 

To be honest I am really looking forward to changing my style as it haas certainly been on my mind recently including those purchases that would really make the style come together for me. It is also about time I started taking pride in my appearance again and finally get out of this rut where I am going to spend more time getting ready on a morning making an effort with what I wear, my hair and skin care too. Granted I really need another wardrobe declutter very soon to make way for the new in pieces and this is going to cost a fair bit of money to do in the long run but it is about time I started dressing for me and not what others prefer for me. I really do feel like the whole style thing is just the beginning of bigger change for me so let's see what else follows shall we...

My first shopping trip is fast approaching and I am so ready to start implementing the changes into my wardrobe so expect a post all about the new pick ups later on in the week if all goes to plan. The shopping trips will be being reigned in though but more on that another day, let's just see how much I can get for the time being. I am really looking forward to documenting how things are changing on here and social media so keep checking back for updates etc as posts are going to be based on this journey going forward. 

Now let's see how this goes or if I am just going to revert back to old habits in a few weeks time, which I really hope I don't and that I totally fall in love with this change of direction.

See you soon

Lucy

I know I keep on saying it however, it is just how things are going at the moment as there seem to be a lot of areas in my life where things are changing. I will post more about these changes another day however, when I say that everything is starting to change I mean it as even my footwear choices are moving in a different direction. 

I guess this is due to my overall dress sense changing and my footwear needing to follow suit but I am starting to identify gaps where what I have on my feet needs to change. It really is time to upgrade my footwear rotation and the plan this time is to only buy the footwear that I really love and what will go with many pieces in the new wardrobe I am building. In preparation for the changes I have actually had a huge declutter of what I already had and let's just say a lot of pairs have finally been disposed of and I have been able to identify the gaps I have had and where replacements have been required. This list has also been heavily influenced by social media where I have been scrolling endlessly for inspiration for the style I want to aim for. So here are the pieces of footwear I want to add into my rotation...

Sneakers

Previously I have gone for those sneakers that are trendy however, they are expensive and don't seem to last two minutes. I am finding that following the crowd is getting boring now and I am wasting money as most pairs I buy don't go with anything else I own. I have recently picked up a few pairs that aren't considered to be on trend and to be honest I am finding them comfier and they are withstanding the wears more than my Nike's had been. So here are the sneakers that have made it onto my wish list...

All white sneakers

These are going to be an essential and I am hoping I can find a pair with minimal branding that is in a low cut silhouette. These will just slot straight into any rotation and will look fantastic with practically all of my wardrobe and any new additions that get brought in. There are a few options I have been looking at for this addition but I am going to have a shop around for that perfect pair and not just get the first ones I see.

Ralph Lauren sneakers

I picked up my first pair of Ralph Lauren sneakers a few month back and to be honest I wish I had got some previously as they are one of the comfiest pairs I own. The plan is to build up a nice little rotation of Ralph Lauren sneakers in the hopes that I eventually have a pair to go with each piece in my wardrobe. There are some nice options out there so with a good look around there should be a few new pairs added soon. 

Lacoste sneakers

Lacoste sneakers seem to be standing out to me every time I go where they are stocked so I think I am going to be adding a smart, simple pair into my footwear rotation. I used to love my old Lacoste sneakers so I am hoping that any new pairs I picked up are as comfortable and as easy to style. These will definitely be a sale pick up. 

Comme Des Garcons Converse

Converse are something I have fallen back in love with recently and I am absolutely loving the classic vibe you get when wearing them. To add a bit of an extra level to my outfits though I really want to pick up both a white & black pair of Comme Des Garcons Converse as that print on the side makes a brilliant statement on a simple outfit.

Other footwear

Surprisingly I am not finding myself wanting too many pairs of sneakers these days and I am gravitating towards trying out different footwear style for a change. With me changing up my style I know that changing the style of shoe I wear will make the outfits look better than if I just threw on any random pair of sneakers. So here are those other pairs of footwear that have made it onto my wish list...

Hey Dudes

Social media brought the brand Hey Dudes to my attention and I have instantly fallen in love with them. The footwear is so different to what I would usually wear but it is really standing out to me and I feel as though I really need to try a pair for myself. They are different but I think a nice simple pair would work really well for me.

Leather loafers

I currently own one pair of loafers but I really want to change this and pick up a few different styles of leather loafers to mix up my outfits a bit. My current pair are on the shiny side and are best for nights out or events so I would like a few more subtle leather pair of loafers, one chunky & one more smarter looking pair. These may take a while to hunt down the perfect pair but I am determined to add a few pairs of leather loafers very soon.

Suede loafers

For the summer I would love to add a few pairs of suede loafers into my rotation in a few different colours however, I am so far struggling to find the perfect pairs at a reasonable price. The plan is to get a few pairs that are going to see me through this summer and for a few future years. Again I am going to need to have a shop around for the perfect pairs but I am sure I will get them in time for any more nice weather we get.

Espadrilles

It has been a long time since I last owned a pair of espadrilles but I think this year it is time to repurchase a few different colours to go with different outfits. I don't want to spend a fortune on espadrilles but at the same time I don't want to buy cheap and have to repurchase them in the not so distance future. I would love to have a few pairs in my rotation by the time the weather warms up again.

Birkenstock sandals

Now I would 100% love a pair of Birkenstock sandals for this summer however, I am also at the stage now where I think it would be a bit more sensible to find some good quality dupes to see if the style of sandal works for me or not. There are plenty of dupes out there now for these so they should be added into the rotation pretty soon all being well.

Hermes dupe sandals

The more I see the Hermes sandals on my social media the more tempted I get to find a pair however, I know I aren't going to be rushing out to buy an actually Hermes pair due to the cost of them. Instead until I know I am actually going to like them and get the wear out of them I am planning on trying some different dupes to see how they go with the style direction I am heading in. Again there seems to be plenty of affordable dupes for these at the moment so I will hopefully have them in my rotation soon.

Clarks Wallabees

The more I see the Wallabees the more I would love to have a pair in my rotation so they have made this round of wish list posts. I would love these for summer however, with a bit of suede protection I think these would work so well with a lot of autumn outfits I have in mind. A nice neutral colourway of these will definitely be added to my footwear rotation at some point.

So there you have it those are the current footwear choices that are on my wish list, as my style is changing I know my footwear is going to have to too so some of these items will be added to my rotation sooner rather than later. I wonder what pair will be purchased first though?

I am really looking forward to now starting to build my perfect footwear rotation to match the style I am gravitating towards, you will notice a shift in content too so keep an eye out to see what direction the website and social media take... it really is a time for change now.

See you all soon...

Lucy

It is seriously time to stop slacking now as we enter the second half of the year. I am determined that July is going to be a month of implementing discipline and hopefully we will see a good amount of growth throughout the month. I have set myself goals that align with how I want not only the month to progress but also the rest of the year as from now on everything I do is going to be focused on becoming the best version of myself. 

So here are the goals I am hoping to smash this July...