Holiday Blues

So it's the day before I am due to return home from my trip to beautiful Croatia. I am sat enjoying my last bit of sun, I'm staring out at the beautiful view wondering how I will ever get back to my 'normal' life. During my stay at this truly wonderful hotel I had the pleasure of meeting the hotels owner, a very beautiful young woman, mid twenties, blonde, tall, and I'd imagine very very rich. Although she stays here for most of the year when the guests are here, I can't imagine she spends every day lounging in the sun and sipping Margaritas, she must work very very hard. 

Maybe there is something I'm missing, maybe I should just be doing something different, a slight change in direction perhaps? At least that's what I've been lead to believe. But why not a bigger one? For a long while now and even more so since coming here and meeting the owners of this beautiful hotel, I have found myself constantly thinking, I wish I could start my own business. I wish I had one great idea instead of what I believe to be a few really good ones. I wish I had the brains to know what is actually involved in starting up a business. After a bit of thought (several months) I thought to myself... I think I could do it, I can remedy all of the above. So what is actually stopping me? I figured out it was something that, as I write this, may seem to some very trivial. My path seems to be set and it is very typical, nothing out of the ordinary but I remember to be grateful for this also. The thing is, is it so wrong to want more at such a young age (I am nearly 20)? So many young people are taking this route now. Now that I think about it maybe I am my own problem. To be successful I will try and fail first and then many times more and after each time I fail on something I will always have people that will pick out the most negative points instead of the positives. If I want to have a chance, I have to pick myself back up and carry on and to do that I'll need to ignore every single one of those people that only have the negative things to say. So to avoid setting myself up for failure now, I guess I'd better just do it and everyone will just have to live with it. And hey, if I do grow and succeed, I won't be the one feeling so stupid. 

5 Reasons He Might Be A Player

You've met a new guy, he seems nice, you get along. You've done 'the check-up', under the radar, and you've established he's not unemployed, married, or mentally insane. Everything seems to be going well and you may even find yourself starting to have dangerous visions of the two of you together holding hands, skipping through a meadow filled with flowers in spring time. You haven't quite got him figured out? Well look no further, the list I have complied below will hopefully help some of you ladies out there figure out if he is worth your time!

1. My friends, your friends

If you've invited him out to meet your girlfriends or even just to a work function, but there always seems to be an excuse as to why he can't come, it's likely he is trying to distance himself from a situation like this. If he's nervous, that can be expected, but the longer your new friendship goes on, especially if it moves into the relationship stage, the more likely it is that he is escaping meeting them and therefore, avoiding commitment.

2. Photos

Do you have pictures together? On Facebook, Twitter, Instagram? If not this is an indication that he is avoiding people seeing the two of you together. What you post online is there forever and many people on social networking sites have access to your information, so they are a great way for you to share things with your friends and family. If he doesn't want to share moments captured, or you don't have any, it's likely he isn't interested in making any.

3. Call Me?

Do you have trouble getting in touch with him? He never returns your calls? You arrange to meet him and then he doesn't answer his phone? This is an obvious one. Apart from showing obvious signs that he isn't interested in spending time together any more than necessary to keep you dangling, it's just plain rude. Ditch and run!

4. Lots of [girl]friends

If those pictures on his profiles online are showing you other girls, frequently and ever changing faces is what to look out for. It's perfectly normal for men to have friends that are girls but when it seems like all they do is hang out with their girl mates, especially different ones every time... Then it's not ok.

5. Kiss me quick!

Some men don't like to be too affectionate in public, it's just too difficult for them, they don't feel comfortable. You should respect how they feel. However, there is a fine line here. If he doesn't want to kiss you as if you had just been reunited after several months, that's ok, he's just not comfortable. But when you ask for a peck on the cheek or and cuddle in public and he doesn't like the idea, maybe he is more uncomfortable with the thought of someone he knows seeing the two of you together. Ladies, also note that if your guy IS really into you, you shouldn't even have to ask.

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Nike Free 5.0+

So the other day I went out on a mission to buy some new running shoes. I can be very decisive and it had taken me a good few months of procrastinating before I actually bought these. I walked around for most of the day, the same feeling of doom looming over me, growing, in fear that I would still not find a pair of trainers. A bit extreme you may think? Well I think not. Think about it, you want to find a pair that supports your feet, feels comfortable and also looks nice. Usually this won't come cheap, so I think it is best to shop around and find what is best for you, at a good price.. of course! I walked into a JD and slipped these on and when I stood, I felt some weight lifted from my feet. I was sold. A very snug fit due to the features incorporated into this new Nike shoe but oh so comfortable! Of course I will have to wait and see how the comfort holds up on my first run, although as always, they will need to have some use before I can really come to a decision. This shoe has had so many raving reviews - So keep your eyes peeled for my next review and I'll let you know how I find them on my first run! 

May fashion favourites!

Here is just a few of my favourite pieces I have found this month. Although the weather has not been favourable so far this year it still hasn't stopped me from getting out the crop tops and shorts! Make sure to subscribe to my email updates and follow me on Instagram (victoriaharriet) and Twitter (thefashioablel) for exciting updates daily!

H&M £29.99

Imitation leather sandals with elasticated ankle straps and a zip at the back. Heel 10 cm. Rubber soles.

Find them here: http://www.hm.com/gb/product/06247?article=06247-A#article=06247-B

Boohoo.com £45.00

Boutique Penny Woven Stud Trim Biker Jacket

Exclusive to the Boutique collection, this woven biker jacket has stud-trimmed lapels and zips at the cuffs. In bold shades of cobalt, lime and magenta, this jacket will bring a splash of colour to your spring wardrobe. Wear with a pair of denim shorts for a vibrant yet casual look.

Find it here: http://www.boohoo.com/restofworld/clothing/coats-jackets/icat/coatsandjackets/biker-jackets/boutique-penny-woven-stud-trim-biker-jacket/invt/azz53911

Xenia £27.00

Peplum top/ Crop top

Slightly padded cups

Exposed centre back zip closure

Featureing an exposed zip from the waistline

Featuring a removable flouncy knife pleat detail peplum

35% Cotton 65% Polyeser

Find it here: http://www.xenia.com.au/user/712232513/web/fashion-details.asp?ItemID=1750

 Zara £25.00

Shorts with pleats at the front

60% Cotton 40% Linen

Find them here:http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-S2013/404505/1295608/SHORTS+WITH+PLEATS+AT+THE+FRONT

Zara £25.99

Beaded Sash Belt

MANGO £29.99


Find it here: http://shop.mango.com/GB/p0/mango/accessories/jewellery/necklaces-and-pendants/chandelier-crystals-necklace/?id=83637466_94&n=1&s=accesorios&ie=0&m=&ts=1369598272949









Zara £69.99


City Bag with Plaited Fold-Over Flap

Macarons français!

Somebody Has To Say It

Many of you wonderful people visiting my blog today and reading this post will quite possibly already be caught up in the world of work. The day job. The nine-to-five. The grind. There are many names for the jobs we do, but one thing that remains universal, is that at some point our lives, we are going to give our blood, sweat and tears for a job which is, quite frankly, bullshit. Now, my friends, we all know that this may come in many forms, for example, you are a newbie to your company or industry, thus you are the 'skivvy'. Your manager or boss has an ego the size of Africa and everyday you grind your teeth and force yourself to laugh at his incredibly pompous jokes. Another thing you may find, is that the office gossip may vaguely remind you of being at the school playground again. There will always be things or people that clash, in any employment , even right down to that ONE, that one who has the last bit of milk from the kitchen and doesn't get a new pint, ever. In an ideal world we will all have fabulous jobs that make us extraordinarily happy on a daily basis, fulfils our ambitions and makes us filthy rich, and it is important to strive for this, because that is the first step in achieving these goals. We may find, however, that for whatever reason it may be, maybe out of desperation to find work, to get your foot in the door of your chosen industry, a job to supplement your student lifestyle, we are in this position now and all we can do is keep a level head and carry on! Extraneous variables may also contribute to how we feel whilst at work on a daily basis, but like I said, this is all very important whether it be to our short term or long term goals. Make sure you take time off to pamper yourselves, spend time with friends and loved ones, and spend your hard earned cash! Buy a calendar with pictures of various hot destinations around the world and place it where you will see it everyday! Share your work stresses over a bottle of vino with the girls. Imagine your what you want to achieve in your professional life every now and then so that you don't loose sight of why you are doing what you are doing! If all else fails, the best thing for me personally is a couple of deep breaths and a cuppa!

Chanel and Paris.

As an extensions of my previous post of what I got up to in Paris (mainly shopping) I thought I would share with you what I bought when I was in this beautiful city. Now before I go on I must say that I am not fabulously rich just fortunate enough to be able to put some money away for things we all really need! (Ok, well, not really NEED but they are definitely going to be an useful asset to my daily life... Yes, you could say I am fashion delirious.)

I started my shopping excursion in Paris with a goal in mind - find something I will buy and keep forever which will serve as a reminder of Paris at times and remind me that I am capable of success... which could lead to many, many more Chanel purchases one day. We first took a trip down Avenue Montaigne to a large Chanel boutique and had a look around, I gawped at the bags and accessories like a fish. It seems to me that the more impressed and taken aback by the quality and finish of these gorgeous bags, you will find yourself not receiving much attention from the sales assistants. The women I saw to be trying out bags and purchasing them looked like they were on a shopping mission! Many knew what they wanted already and didn't seem to be very excited about the fact that they were about to purchase these bags, mostly everything felt rushed and rather like a scramble to get to the bags. Anyway, I didn't buy anything at this store as it was far too busy and I didn't see anything within my price range.

I ended up making my purchases at Galeries Lafayette, for which you can find the location and info details in my previous post. Shopping in this department store was like nothing I have ever seen or done before.. The sheer size and decadence was astonishing. You can find anything you want. But mostly it will come at a price. And probably some pushing too. We headed over to Louis Vuitton first which, although very busy, if you wait patiently for an assistant to help you, they will help you and you only. I looked at a few card holders, coin purses, but they weren't really exactly what I was looking for, so we carried on. Just last the Hermes watch boutique we found the mini Chanel boutique, which we found to be a little more difficult to get into, having its own four walls, inside this department store. We stopped outside and were ushered into a roped off area for queuing. After about ten minutes we were inside and I decided this time as I was assigned an assistant immediately, to ask to see any small accessories they have such as their purses. Some caught my eye, but to cut to the chase, I settled on one small coin purse and one small card holder, both in a beautiful black lambskin. I plan to use these if I am dashing out of the house, or going for a few drinks with the girls! Let me know what you think and what your favourite designer item is!