OUTFIT POST [THE 'SLOUCHY' KNIT] & PRIVATE SCREENING OF THE KNOT

...Rewinding back a few hours to Wednesday...!

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Once again I have been lucky enough to win another online competition - this time thanks to Millie's cookies I won a pair of tickets for a private screening of The Knot!

I knew subscribing to these newsletters would come to use someday!

Today was one of my early-finish work days, so I had time to pop home to freshen up an change...

Jumper: H&M / Skirt: Forever 21 / Boots: Mexx (T.k.maxx) / Accessories: Forever 21 & something borrowed ;)

The private screening was at The Soho Screening Rooms, arriving at 6pm for some drinks before the show.
Noel Clarke, Jason Maza, and the producer (didn't quite catch his name!) were also present at the event.

It's a short and sweet Rom-Com - if you like films like Bridemaids, this would probably be your cup of tea (or coffee?).

Stayed on for a bit after the film to snap some photos! 

With the producer

Noel Clarke!

Jason Maza

After the film I tagged along with Mei to the LOVICCI® launch at the Swarovski Crystal-Lized event at Regent Street.

 

With the lovely Mei x

Sweet goodies from this evening's events...

Cute cupcakes from the screening event & a pretty goody box from the Swarovski event x

On the whole a nice relaxing evening to brighten up my dull day at work... 
I'd really like to watch The Perks of Being A Wallflower next, which premiered tonight.

The Knot is due to be released in the UK on 5th October 2012.
More details may be found here

Spread the word to show your support x

OUTFIT POST: WORK OUTFIT OF THE DAY

Short outfit post before I make my way to work. Thankfully the sun is shining outside today so I won't turn up like a wet bunny at work.

I think I look a bit of a schoolgirl today... - I don't tend to accessorize when I'm at work to maintain my 'professional' pharmacist look ha x

Blouse: Zara / Skirt: Topshop / Blazer: New Look / Shoes: Jessica Simpson

Yes, I've even got my nerd-mode glasses on!...to hide my tired eyes especially when I'm doing awful night shifts.

I've just cancelled my current gym membership at Nuffield Health - mainly because I don't think I was getting my money's worth of 67 pounds/month. 

I prefer somewhere with no frills, so I'll be on the hunt for a new gym now!

Off to work x

OUTFIT POST: WRAPPING UP & KEEPING IT SIMPLE

Today has been one of the gloomiest wet days we've had for a while. 

Stayed in most of the day before deciding to head out to stock up on some warm winter wear, after the rain finally settled down.

All wrapped up today...

Shorts: Zara / Top: H&M / Jumper: Hollister / Boots: New Look / Snood: French Connection / Beanie: New Look

Kept it plain and simple today, some days I just can't be bothered to accessorize!

Today's shopping trip had been quite quick and efficient - I was pretty focused and spent no more than half an hour in each shop! 

Got a couple more warm jumpers and jersey dresses from Forever 21 and H&M - the places where I get most of my bargain buys.

Happily made my way home on the tube nibbling away like a bunny on my salmon onigiri - an omnivorous bunny that is.

Well, apparently today is the last day in 2012 that'll be light (12h03m09s) for longer than it's dark. 

S.A.D lamps at the ready, London... 

For those dreading the miserable rain, maybe this link:

 35 reasons why rain is better than sunshine 

might cheer you up! 

Time to catch up on the latest episode of America's Next Top Model: College Edition.

As much as I find the series getting more annoying with each passing year...I still find some amusement watching it.

Keep warm, and for those lucky enough to have some company in bed, snuggle up tight!

xoxo

DAY TRIP: CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

This weekend Mike and I drove to Cambridge for a quick day trip to make most of the sunny (but rather chilly) weather. Being such a pedestrian-ized city, we spent almost half an hour circling the city looking for parking!

I really wanted to try punting along the river so we booked in with one of the many students advertising their services - we got a bargain of 20 pounds for both of us 'students'!
Though we did have to wait a couple of hours so we just wandered round the centre and stopped for coffee at a cafe.

It's such a pretty city with lots of greenery and quaint little shops...I'll let the pictures do most of the talking x

Clearly!

Some of the many bicycles that lined the city!

Posh vintage wedding car!

Tight-rope walking violinist!

Coffee at a quaint little cafe - I love coffee served in cute mugs!
Mikey almost got swindled by 10 pence ha!

Punting along the River Cam

Pretty walls

The Mathematical Bridge

*hearts*

It was getting quite nippy towards the evening so we headed home to get warm and fill our hungry tummies. 

Note: parking is really expensive in the city - it's no wonder so many people ride bicycles.

Shame Sunday was a bit of a rubbish day with all the rain.

I've got my warm jumpers and brolly ready to brave the cold wet weather!

Snuggled up under my duvet cover with a mug of hot chocolate watching the dashing (late) Patrick Swayze star in Ghost on TV - bliss x

Have a great week everyone x

OUTFIT POST & UNTOUCHABLE

Today I went to watch an advance screening of Untouchable at Vue Islington, thanks to some free tickets from Mei x
Watched it with the lovely Shirley, another new friend!


Before I get into it, here's my outfit for today - black and burgundy - some of my favourite shades for fall/winter.

Top: H&M / Skirt: Forever 21 / Jacket: Zara / Boots: Clarks / Necklace: Forever 21

It's getting rather nippy outside, the jackets and coats are coming out!


Here's the synopsis for the movie from the Vue website:

'Untouchable is a moving true story that has won awards across the world. When Philippe (François Cluzet) becomes quadriplegic after a paragliding accident, he needs a full-time carer to help him with his everyday activities. By choosing a young offender, Driss (Omar Sy) over more qualified applicants, he lets himself in for a life of thrills, including a return to paragliding, even though his friends fear for his safety. Untouchable is a heart-warming story of friendship, bravery and what can happen if you decide not to accept the limitations imposed on you.'

 

And before I forget to mention, it's a french movie! But not to worry, there's subtitles of course.
This comedy-drama was previously released as ‘Les Intouchables’ in France in autumn 2011, and became the second most successful French film ever at the French box office (after 2008’s comedy 'Bienvenue chez les Ch'tis', otherwise known as ‘Welcome to the Sticks’ - which I remember watching in my French class during my university days!)

There is a brilliant chemistry between the two characters and are quite a double-act, a perfect mixture of humour and touching moments. Much funnier than most comedies that I have watched in the past.

Based on a true story, this is a definite feel-good must-see movie.

It is due to be released in the UK on Friday 21st September 2012. 

OUTFIT POST & BYRON HAMBURGERS

My lace dress that I bought a while ago has been hiding in my wardrobe for too long. So, since it was sunny on Saturday, I decided to make the most of the weather and wear it while it's still bright and cheery outside!

 

I do have a soft spot for lace, but can be quite particular about cheap-looking/-feeling lace. I did however bag quite a nicely made lace dress from Forever 21 that day! Every now and then I manage to get some good finds there, it's all about the hunt!

Arm candy x

The man had a craving for a burger so we tried out Byron in Kensington. We both ordered the Classic 6oz hamburger with a side of home-made skin-on chips each and americanos.

Mike going crazy with the ketchup!

The place has got a nice chilled atmosphere, quite a family-oriented place judging by the number of kids and buggies! Having had a good first impression upon entering the place, we were rather disappointed when the food arrived. It must have been one of the saddest burgers I've ever been served with a miserable piece of lettuce, onion and measly pickle on the side. You also have to order your sides separately which adds on to the bill. Would probably have been more impressed by McD or BK...

We'll be on the look-out for a good greasy burger next time!

It's the end of the weekend again, for most people that is. 

I've got my Monday off as usual, might do a bit of a wardrobe clear-out!

Have a great week ahead x

A GLAMOUROUS EVENING AT HARVEY NICHOLS KNIGHTSBRIDGE

So today I attended an event at Harvey Nichols in Knightsbridge that I had 'RSVP-ed' to just over a week ago thanks to my lovely friend Mei x

I had just finished my 11-hour shift at work and arrived almost an hour late, having to endure the rush hour on public transport. 

Here's some photos from the event courtesy of Mei's camera...

Some of the tasty canapes that I missed out on (!)

Estee Lauder

Me and the lovely Mei x

Had a nice time sipping prosecco and sampling some of the Tom Ford perfumes - I particularly liked the Café Rose Eau de Parfum...except for the hefty price of £135.00 for 50mL (!)

I did get a cute 4mL sample bottle though as a keepsake x

We all received a discount card that entitled us to 10% off which was valid for a week. 

Not that I'll be doing any big spending this time round...unless I won the lottery.

Though I did eye a gorgeous Vivienne Westwood bag...

Going to keep my eyes out for the sales, patience is after all a virtue x

One more day till the weekend x