River Island Sale : My essential bargains

Tuesday morning 9am the River Island Sale commenced. Now normally, I religiously live by their sales and would be 1st at the door ready to grab anything and everything in my size. But this time due to living life as a "skint student" and being over tired from *STUDY-MONTH*. I decided to hold off till 12pm before I strolled. Either way I couldn't help myself in purchasing what I call essential items for my wardrobe.

 

 

 

 

                                                

24euro

 

                                                                         30euro

                                                                         30euro

                                                                         18euro

                                                                        18euro

 

 

 

 

 

  Now all I need to do is find space in my wardrobe to fit them. A task I always dread.

 

 

 

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Depop : the new ASOS

I have recently stumbled across the most amazing Online “Sell or Swap” site called Depop. It was created in association with Instagram for users to sell or swap items the showcase on their profile. Recently it has taken off and is slowly becoming a success. You can download the App onto your android or smartphone. It is easy to use and you discover amazing bargains throughout.

My latest Finds…….

 

                                                           River Island bag for £6

                                              Handmade crop top and shorts for £12

 

 

 

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A weekend to remember !!

 

 

This weekend was Busy to say the least. With Mother’s Day, my brother's 21st and my boyfriend finally turning 18. Saturday night, I enjoyed my “all time” favourite dish "Chicken Fajitas" in the East Gate Village. Although, I will admit the pancakes were fragile to say the least and I am surprised I left with my clothes still intact. Not only did we ask for the wrong desert (chocolate brownie Sundae is not a chocolate brownie it is a mixer of all things gone wrong). But it was miserable outside. I won't lie I quite enjoyed walking with my cute, multi-coloured umbrella. Sunday saw Douglas dominate their opposition and I watched vigorously with my take away tea. All in all it was the best weekend I have had in a while. I even got cake. (Though, I was horrified after a certain chipper incident). For now I will just sit and wait for the "Game of Thrones" new season!!

 

Obsessed with ripped jeans !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Primark and my Love for Leather !!

 

 

After my recent trip to Penny's. I have been holding out since February to find the perfect leather jacket. Finally after weeks of waiting, Penny's have stocked to must Beautiful leather jackets. They are available in Pink, Black, Beige and Navy. All for only 27euro. I was so obsessed I got two. Ideally they are best worn with jeans and a top with either a statement necklace or a scarf for Spring.

 

 

Also I have spotted and invested in a new leather brown bag for 15euro. The bigger the better. Essential for fitting all your bits and bobs for Summer time. Also it is very stylish and available in two colours.

 

           Street style inspiration for the perfect leather look

 

 

 

 

 

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A brighter Smile to fill the day !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last Saturday, I took a trip to Advanced Laser Light on Prince’s street, Cork to get my teeth whitened. As I am an overly, obsessive tea drinker, keeping my teeth pearly white is a problem. So, I decided to try getting them whitened with laser as it was recommended to me before. I was greeted in the door by a very polite receptionist and fell in love with the smell coming from the candles. When the laser treatment started I got to lie on a bed of blankets and listen to soothing music in the background. This for me was perfect as it reminded me of a spa. Of course I fell straight to sleep. (Recommend booking an appointment early in the morning.) Afterwards, I got to examine my much improved teeth and in fact avoided sensitivity. I had heard horror stories of not being able to eat or drink for hours after the treatment. This turned out to be false and I enjoyed my chocolate bar as I waited for my bus. It was a successful day.

 

 

 

 

To maintain, I would advise taking a trip to Deals and getting whitening toothpaste for 1.49euro.

 

     “There are Hundreds of Languages around the world but a Smile speaks them all”

 

 

 

 

 

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Rose of Tralee: being a spring flower bud

After meeting last years Cork Rose, I got a sense of inspiration to put in an application and run for Cork Rose. A few weeks later I got my email and so my journey began.........

A Rose reflects the intelligence, compassion and independence of modern Irish women.

 

I think every little girl grew up watching the Rose of Tralee, waiting, dreaming of that day of being crowned the Rose and getting to wear a sash and crown. While the orchestra played the beloved rose of Tralee anthem. But what I really love about the whole contest is the after effect. Knowing you will get an opportunity to work with so many charities and help others in need while sharing your culture.

This year the current rose got to go to Belarus to an orphanage. Amongst the glitz and glam of the event it is nice to remember, that you will also get an opportunity to give back to people in need. Recently, I attended the SVP AGM and became the leader of COPE next year. College for me is not only for enjoyment of socializing, but also an opportunity to give back to people who need you. You never know when you will need help in the future and I would hope someone will be there for you too.

At Christmas, I sponsored a little 4year old girl from El Salvador to attend school. Not only did I love receiving letters in Spanish with drawings from her, but I also got to share my heritage while learning about hers. Over the year in college, I have meet amazing people who dedicate their lives to help others and it is inspiring. Next year I am hoping to run a marathon for charity and volunteer to go to Bali to teach in a primary school for a few weeks.

From a favourite quote of mine:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Penny's top buys for the day !!

Seeing as it was a sunny afternoon. I decided to take a trip to Penny’s to see if anything caught my eye. For this adventure I decided comfort is key and on went my Hollister trackie with laced up converses.

 

 

With the appending summer in mind I dived in, plucking from its rails nothing but treasures. (If they had my size).

 

 

I am in love with the Aztec jewellery range at the moment. The only thing missing from my life is an Ankle bracelet. Finding the perfect one is like digging for gold!!.

 

 

 

 

My dream to attend a festival may be awhile off. But in the meantime I will go with the flow and embrace the hippie/boho trend.

 

 

To conclude, the pattern detail on this flimsy, cute, high-waisted shorts were worth the 13euro each. I could not decide which colour I loved best. So in panic I got both. The jacket consists of soft material teamed with leather sleeves. A real treat to myself.

 

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