Ever since I was a young girl, I have been dreaming of a better smile. The imperfect smile that I see before me would be transformed into a smile that radiated a 'pearly white glow' and I would no longer be hounded with memories of being 'nicknamed Bugs Bunny'. You see growing up I would be called names and made fun of, because I didn't have that perfect Hollywood smile and for years this affected the way I would pose in photos. I wouldn't smile because I was worried about 'having an imperfect smile on camera' and would gaze in envy at the model esque types who would shimmy past me, effortlessly flawless everytime they flashed their pearly whites. I wished with all my heart that I could ... read more
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The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Mermaid Lovers
When I was younger, I envisioned myself to be at one with the sea, swimming in and out of the waves, like a mermaid. On land I was just as an ordinary girl, fading into the monotonous background of office drones, desensitized to themselves and the people around them but in the water I would come alive. The sea would form foamy waves around me and I would wriggle around the sea shore, plunging into the icy depths of the unknown, to explore a world best kept underground. Would I find the Lost City of Atlantis, or would I find the ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Mermaid Lovers that would help transform me into the magical mermaid that I had always dreamed of becoming? I would channel my inner ... read more
What To Wear On A First Date In Winter
Knowing What To Wear On A First Date In Winter, can be a tricky feat to master. After all, is it just me who has a strong urge to shut out the world and pretend that the outside just doesn't exist? Or maybe its just me who wishes she didn't have to shave her legs every 5 seconds and would rather come dressed as a giant blanket instead. Nope just me. When it comes to 'getting past the first or second date club' i'm under no illusions that I have the advice to take you from single to married in 10 minutes, so I would rather share some tips with you that I can actually talk good shit about and that is fashion. While turning up in a breathtaking £1,000 Ellie Saab dress might not be the best ... read more
26 Fashion Staples You Need This Autumn
As we settle into long autumn nights by the open fire and watch the flames crackle, we sigh with satisfactory content. Our feet are encased in soft faux fur lined slippers and the blankets that we stole from our mothers 'secret stash' envelop us in warm delight. There's a pot of pumpkin soup simmering gently on the stove, while the scent of autumn makes its way through the house. While the days might be getting shorter and the nights be getting colder, there is no excuse to not make an entrance everytime you enter a room. Sure, you might get some odd looks walking to the shop in your Bug's Bunny onesie and people might be crying inside as you rock a sequin dress wishing that you had some ... read more
Faded Spring’s London Fashion Week Lookbook
A few days ago, I was all set to fly out to my holiday in Tuscany, when the unthinkable happened and I was forced to cancel my first holiday in five years. Sure I was upset at first and my mental health was at an all time low, but a talk with good friends and some much needed laughter soothed my wounded spirit. But it struck me that all the events and shows I had turned down because of my holiday, might have been a blessing in disguise and I set about re-contacting the event management teams to explain that circumstances had changed. I am a firm believer that 'things happen for a reason' and 'what is meant to be, will be', so perhaps the holiday not going ahead was a sign that maybe this ... read more
Faded Spring’s Love Affair With Rose Gold
Up until I was 18 I was disinterested in jewellery and while I saw 'it as pretty' I never made the effort to accessorize my outfits with earrings, rings and bangles as I do now. I was never much of a silver or gold fan and while my birth stone 'sapphire' was beautiful, it still lacked the appeal that drew me to fashion in the first place. But then out of nowhere I discovered rose gold, glistening like copper, reddish-pink in tone. It held mystical properties and stood out from the crowd of gold and silver that my peers seemed to favour. It was delicate, feminine yet unisex too and brought into the 90's minimalism that was popular at the time. Suddenly I began lavishing myself with simple ... read more
Top 4 Occasion Wear Picks: Coast
I can't be the only one who dreams in colour, who sees the world through rose tinted glasses. From a young age I believed in fairytales and hoped that one day I would turn from 'cinders' into 'Cinderella' and be the Princess I had always dreamed of becoming. I yearned for a new beginning where the past remained firmly in the past and I could be free to live in the present. I was infatuated with the idea of being able to create my own fantasies, governed by own desires and needs. That is largely where my love for occasion wear stems from; I could never afford fancy gowns growing up and as soon as I saved up enough money I brought a beautiful red ballgown that was on sale in TK Maxx and fell ... read more
How To Create A Capsule Wardrobe With Aquascutum
I have never been one to follow trends or plea to 'buy' every designer bag going because ultimately I am a high street girl at heart. I live in Primark, Topshop and Miss Selfridge with the occasional 'Zara' buy but that dosen't mean that I don't like designer clothing, because I do. I have never been in a position where I would be able to 'afford' a designer bag because every penny, every pound that I work for is spent on rent, bills and travel. It would not be an exaggeration to say that I struggle with finances most months because my income fluctuates but I have always dreamt of having enough money to afford labels like Ellie Saab (haute couture gown realness) , Valentino (floral mania) ... read more
Summer Party Venue Ideas
Welcome to Faded Spring's Summer Party Venue Ideas Guide, your one stop shop for all things summer. There is nothing I love better than to feel the sea breeze on my skin and feel the gentle waves lapping at my toes. But for some, going to the beach is inconvenient and at times a 'hyped-up reality', after all does anyone really love the feel of squelchy sand? Okay well maybe I do but I digress, you might love going to the beach but last time I attempted throwing a beach party, I got told off and noone likes a frowny authority officer yelling in their face. Plus not to mention feeling sticky and frying in the heat is not my idea of fun and I would much rather go swimming but for some that just ... read more
The Quest For The Perfect Statement Necklace
Twas the night before Christmas and the world was silent, not even the scurrying mouse could interrupt. Wrapped under the Christmas tree were presents galore, full of splendor and joy. As I ripped the parcel open out fell a thing of beauty, a statement necklace dripping in jewels. The jewels caught the light in a dazzling riot of colour, greens, purples and grays too. For it was the night before Christmas and mama was a'cooking, the kettle was a'boiling and the presents were unwrapping. No present too big or small, it was just right mama bear would say. But it was the statement necklace that caught my eye, a present fit for the Queens on their golden thrones. I remember the queens of my ... read more