Buy Me Spikes So I Know It's Real

I can't be the only person bored of dainty and pretty jewellery can I? Everytime I see a cute little necklace with daisies, or horse shoes etc I think 'how cute!'. But thats the problem I don't want to be cute anymore. I have chubby cheeks and dimples...I'm ready to rebel.

Recently all the jewellery I've bought has either been from Topshop or Spitalfields Market. Topshop seems to do the edgiest accessories on the high street and Spitalfields Market is great for one of a kind pieces. I like items that stand out, items that can transform an outfit, items that cause that middle class woman on the tube to give me dodgy looks.

So here's three of the most recent pieces I've bought...

First up is this single earring from Topshop. Too be honest I don't even know the official name for it...but at £6.50 I fell in love instantly. As you can see I already have 4 piercings in that ear already and this earring makes me look like I have one more (the cartilidge) without the pain and fear that comes along with large silver needles. *shudders*. Its 'pretty rock and roll' and can add something different to the prettiest or sexiest of outfits. Its also great to wear if you're wearing a particularly busy outfit but don't want to leave your ears completely naked. Get yourself one of these. I dare you. 

Next up we have...my BITCH ring.

My infamous Bitch ring from Spitalfields Market. It was meant to cost £15 but Mitra and I got it down to £12. That's one of the two things I love the most about visiting markets...the power of negotiation. The other is the fact that most pieces are either rare or vintage...no mass produced jewellery here. This ring itself is handmade :). The amount of looks I've because of this is pretty amazing. Its mostly been positive apart from the woman on public transport who looked at me like I had just killed her grandmother lol.

Lastly we have a necklace from Spitalfields Market...

This is one of my favourite things ever. Its handmade from large spikes and paperclips and its the only one that had been made at the time. It was originally £30 but we got it down to £15 because of a little 'incident' that we won't go into lol...never buy an item at the first price they offer you. 

I love this necklace because it just looks dangerous. In fact my mum banned me from wearing it on public transport because she thought if there was an accident it would stab me through my chin -_-. She's so extra. I think the fact that I'm not necessarily a risky person in reality means that I take my chances through my accessories.

Long may it continue :)

Cupid's Fashion Spotting II

Hey guys!

So today we took yet another trip to the world famous BRICK LANE. Oh yeah! ;)

Our main aim was to do a bit of shopping, but we were distracted by several quirky fashionista's, and we couldn't help but take their photo's. And of course we had to share it with you guys.

At some points it turned into a wild goose chase with us literally running down the cobbled alley ways of East London after those who caught Cupid's eye ;)

Brick Lane is full of men and women who seem to have a flare for dressing out of the ordinary. They are chic, alternative and most of all unique. Unfortunately we couldn't post them all, but here are a few we saw today.

First up we have Maitha, a 19 year old student from Dubai, studying at American Intercontinental University.

We love her style because it's so simple yet edgy. Its 'tomboy chic' yet with girly sensibilities . The baggy leather jacket and with Coca Cola hoody mixed the tight black skinny jeans don't scream "look at me!"...but we look at her anyway. Its tough, topped off with a bowler hat and flowing locks. I think we love her lol. 

Next up we have Quwada Tai. A 27 year old fashion student from London.

Again here is a female who doesn't need to show skin to look amazing. We love the masculine edge - a plain black sweater with a white shirt. Yet the oversized collar keeps it fresh. From the wash of her jeans to her sharp haircut; it all reflects a unique London style.

The next person we ran after was Daiana Vasquez. 

She caught our attention straight away. This outfit is all about contrast, mixing the hard with the soft. There is a pale blue maxi dress paired with a leather jacket. The large fur collar only adds to it making it more dramatic (while also keeping her warm lol). We love the fact she's riding a bike, not in a helmet and leggings, but looking like a goddess. 

Last but definitely not least is Uzzee a 20 year old student from London.

As soon as we saw him, we were like "HIM. PICTURE. NOW!" 

Its just everything. The grey denim, the different coloured socks, blazer, and Sherling jacket. But what makes it are the sunglasses and cap. Its like London meets Brooklyn, NYC. He's not trying too hard, you can just tell when someone has 'it'. He definitely does. (We wouldn't just chase after anyone). 

That's all for now folks. Hope you feel inspired just like we did.

And watch out for more photographs coming your way soon.

Love Jade & Mitra

xXx

Viva La Inspiration on Brick Lane!

So today Mitra and I went to Spitafields Market and Brick lane for a bit of fashion inspiration/shopping. (Shhhh don't tell my mum about the shopping part).

First up we went to an amazing jewellery stall where we bought these matching rings because we're sad fabulous like that. 

Modelled on Mitra's fingers since I hate mine.

The 'BITCH' ring cost £13, and although its not real silver the colour doesn't wear off, so its kinda worth the price. The scrabble ring was £5 but you can find them cheaper on ebay.

However, little did we realise that 10 seconds around the corner lay another jewellery stall by the name of 'Bitsch Kitsch'. They do amazing pieces and have even been featured in several publications. Here's a link to their facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bitsch-Kitsch/145595332197198?sk=wall

We took a few pictures of the things we found there:

Most of the rings are handmade and are £4 each. Which I think is pretty damn good!

Brick lane is also full of the weird and the wonderful - including the artwork. We stopped and took a few pics just because it tickled our fancy. (Did I really just say that?) lol

There was also this weird car alien thing which I don't understand but I'm also not complaining about.

We also stopped off at this little vintage shop which mostly sold knitted jumpers and velvet from the 80s. You know, the kind of things our mums wore and thought they looked hot. Mitra picked up this purple/cream jumper. I wasn't so sure...

Do you think she ended up buying it or not?

By the way did I mention that we both turned up in the same shoes. Red Vans...I guess great minds really do think alike.

So like the vain girls that we are we HAD to take a few pictures. Because a day out in our lives does not go undocumented. We'll definitely cherish this when we're old and wrinkly...but still fashionable :)

The day ended with Curry Mutton and smiles all around. 

THE END.

Lots of love

Jadeybaby xxx