USC Closing Down Sale

Theres nothing I hate more than seeing yet another high street store close its doors. One of my first posts on this blog was all about the bargains I got my hands on when Republic closed its doors - you can see that little blast from the past here - however, USC bought alot of the closing stores and rebranded them whilst still keeping most of the stock / brands involved.

Working directly below the store, I couldn't help but notice the 'closing down 50% off sale'sign in the window. I wasn't sure if this was genuine or one of those 'closing down prices'-type sales! However, after chatting to a member of staff, its simply because they could no longer afford the rates the Westfield Centre (now Intu) were charging so as far as I know, its just this USC thats closing. Let me know if your local one is as I don't want to go and get my facts all wrong - and if you're in the Midlands then they close on the 23rd so get yourself to Derby for sooo many bargains!

These are the lovely bits I've bought - but I will admit, there will no doubt be another haul before the end of the month as there was just so so much stuff in there!


They do have some amazing offers on the website at the moment which I now regret finding!

  Cross Earrings - Was £5 Now £1

Diamond Shape Necklace - Was £5 Now £2.50 

Studded Handbag - Was £45 Now £11.25

This was one of those amazing surprises when you get to the til and its even less than you thought! It also have a cross body strap for when I can't be bothered to carry it. 

 

Grey Slouch Top - Was £18 Now £9

 

 Demin Skirt - Was £30 Now £15

 

Floral Print Shorts - Was £20 Now £10

    Rock and Rags by Firetrap Elephant Print Dress - Was £18 Now £9
I adore the print of this dress and live in anything Jersey style!

Dunagree Dress - Rock and Rags by Firetrap - Was £28 Now £12 

Is there anything here you also like? Also, if you see anything on the website you like or seems a great deal, link me to it as I'm craving bargains this month!! 

Don't forget you can still enter my 100 follower giveaway by clicking here !!!

xXx

Holiday Fashions - British Getaway

Yesterday I showed you everything I was planning on taking on holiday with me in the line of beauty tomorrow!

So today I'm going to show you all the bits I've packed too!
Now I'm full aware  I'm going for a week, and yes, I know I have enough clothes for 2 weeks.
My justification in this is simple:
1) you never know what you're going to want to wear when you wake up. You might think you do but if you suddenly feel like the biggest girl ever, that bodycon isnt going to fill you with confidence.
2) Its a British holiday...in the Lake District... I don't know what the weathers going to be like. If you go to Cyprus, you know what you're getting but the UK is so unpredictable.

Anyway, I've taken a few photos for you guys to check out with a bit of detail below as I don't think theres anything more annoying than seeing bloggers clothes and not knowing where they've bought it from so I thought I'd help anyone out.

Dresses
Tarten Dress - Ark - Post where I bought this here
Grey Skater Dress - Topshop 
Owl Dress - Purplish London - This was a Christmas present from my mum, a similar one can be found here

Long Tops
Floral Print - Primark
Baseball Style - Primark
Snow White - Primark (All 3 of these were £6 each)
Jaws - H&M

 Skirts
I know this seems a lot but all 3 are completely different style and fit on me.
L-R
Topshop
Primark
Republic (bought in an old haul here)

Bottoms
Floral Leggings - Primark - Reduced to £2
Jeans - Republic

T-Shirts
Red Floral Tee - Zara
Simpsons - Primark - £6
Pug - River Island - £15
Polka Dot - Topshop - £3 in the sale
Black and White Cami - New Look - Haul here
White Crop - Topshop

ETC
I did forget to photograph my Brand New tee with the others oops.

Brand New T-shirt - Bought at a gig
Fast Food PJ Bottoms - Primark - £5 
Hat - Topshop
SwimmingCostume - Primark

Warmth
The Story so Far Jumper - Bought at a gig
The Maine Jumper - Bought at a gig
Cardigan - New Look

 And there you go, all packed (theres actually more in here ive crammed a hairdryer and some shorts in here)


Just to clarify - I have remember wellies / underwear / scarfs etc. I just didnt think they were the most thrilling things to show you and I'll be putting up my OOTH (outs of the holiday) when I get back :)

What are your holiday must-haves? Please let me know if I'm forgetting anything!!! 

I won't be posting live until next week but don't forget I will be bringing you a rundown of all the Benefit Skincare range next week, you can find the preview here!!

Have a great week
xXx

R.I.P Republic Haul

It seems like every company on our town and cities high streets are shutting up shop as they can no longer afford to stay open.

The stores around the country has been messing with our minds for months. One minute high street store Republic is open the next its in its last few days, then we saw it suddenly okay again, then it finally hits its demise in the last few weeks.

I happened to be in my local branch of Republic when the staff members also found out 2/3 weeks ago so I knew to keep my eyes peeled for their soon-to-be closing down sale.

After the chain went into administration in February this year, it was bought out by Sports Direct yet soon faced financial crisis just a mere few months later and announced 75% of stores were to close down.

Now, I don't know if your local store has yet to close its doors or is on its final days but my advice is get there as soon as possible.

With everything 50% off, its worth the trip weather you need new items or not. Its a great excuse to even buy the most staple fashion pieces for the same price as Primark The shop has been known to stock a variety of labels suiting most people with Crafted for the 'rockier' look, Miso for fashion and nights out attire and Soul Cal for the comfy and sporty types.

Personally, Crafted and Miso have been a few popular labels in my wardrobe over the years but like (as it seems most people) i stopped shopping there frequently a few years ago when I simply stopped finding items I loved but with 50% off in the closing down sale who was I to say no.

Heres the bits I bought with everything being half the retail price.

Back Pack (every girl needs one, however uncool they may be) - £12

Pink and White Lace Top - £8

Teeth Necklace - £3.50

Spike / Cz Earrings - £2

Wet Look Skirt (So much prettier in reality) - £10

Until I got home and looked at them, I realised I could team up the top and skirt. Not too sure weather I like it tucked in or out? Advice?? 

If you'd not yet been to your local store then I hope this is a reason too, I could of spent so much more if I'd of had the money but I think ive made some wise choices with some new staple pieces for this summers wardrobe. Has anyone bought any in the closing down sales?? Would love to see everyone else's bargains on here! 

Stevie-Leigh X