Listen to them, the children of the night

Dracula - Bram Stoker

Happy Sunday all! I'm in surprisingly upbeat mood for a Sunday. Usually I have a case of the Oh-No-It's-Monday-Tomorrow-Itis but not today! I think it has something to do with the fact that I woke up to a cold, clear, crisp winter morning. I absolutely love them!

Anyway, I thought I'd show you guys what I'm loving this week. 

1- Asos Blouse | This is amazing, I was wary of ordering it at first as I'm not a flowery sort of person, but it is stunning. The colours are incredibly vibrant and I think it's the perfect item to add that pop of colour in to your usual winter wardrobe. 

2- Bram Stoker's Dracula | I found this in Blackwell's whilst searching for books I needed for my university course. I usually buy classics from charity shops or old bookshops as I prefer the older hardback versions of the books, but when I saw this, I just had to get it! It's so pretty, and I now have one more book to add to the hundreds of books I already own! Someday I plan to have a library in my house, with floor to ceiling shelves filled with hundreds of books, a bay window with a window seat and a huge fire place. We're allowed to dream, right? 

3- Scrabble Ring | It's cute and it's quirky, and I really need to start wearing it more. 

4- Gold Bracelet | My dad bought me this gold bracelet from Singapore a few years ago. I've hardly ever worn it, as I'm always scared I'm going to lose it. It's incredibly delicate and intricate, and I have this fear of breaking it. However as my 19th birthday is fast approaching, I think I can now safely wear it without worrying (too much). 

5- 17 Wild Curls Mascara | I hardly ever wear makeup any more, I went through this phase a couple of years ago when I couldn't go a day without wearing makeup. But that phase has passed, and my nearest and dearest know that if I'm wearing eyeliner and mascara that it's a special occasion! Hahah, anyway this was a freebie from the freshers fair, and I've never worn anything from the 17 brand before. For me personally, I think it's a great day mascara, it gives length and curl, without clumping, and it doesn't start flaking away during the day! I've started wearing mascara now, but only on the days I'm off to work! (More on that on another post!)

6- Framed Illustration | I picked this up in Red Cross because of the frame, I've been collecting gold toned frames for awhile as I'm planning to redecorate my wall in my room. I didn't really look at the illustration until later, and I think I'm going to keep it in the frame! It has kittens on it, and reminds me of the Aristocats and of course my very own Pixie! 

As per usual, Pixie decided she wanted attention while I was taking these photographs hence the reason she's in them! I also caught her hiding behind my curtain, it's her favourite spot at the moment. She comes back with extremely cold paws though. 

Ambreen xx

A girl doesn't read this sort of thing without her lipstick

Breakfast at Tiffany's - Truman Capote

This is a quick post, as I know that we haven't been posting too regularly since November hit. I do have a valid excuse though. I'm ill! I have like a cold/flu thing. It's awful, I hate being ill!

Just thought I would share what has been keeping me going this past week. 

1- December Vogue || This is perfect for when your ill, there are articles if you feel up to a bit of light reading, and amazing editorials for when all the words start to blur and meld into a jumble of indecipherable letters. 

2 - Studded Slippers || These beauties are from Topshop and are hands down my favourite flats at the moment. I picked these over the others because they look velvety and I love opulent fabrics! You can get them here.

3 - Paco Rabanne 'Lady Million' || I adore everything about this perfume, the way it smells and especially the way it looks. I'm a sucker for anything pretty, and this is pretty. My mum brought me this for my 18th and I'm still only half way through it! I literally only use about 2-3 squirts and it lasts all day. It really is lovely without being overpowering.

4 - Olbas Oil || Lifesaver. It helps a lot when you've got a cold and are having trouble breathing. 

5 - Jakemans Cough Sweets || My mum swears by these, and I find them better than soothers or strepsils. 

6 - Pixie || Because who says a feline friend can't help you feel better?

7 - Breakfast at Tiffany's || I've never got round to reading this until just recently. I knew it was about a girl called Holly Golightly, and that was about it. I was surprised when I read it, as it wasn't what I expected. I've read Truman Capote's faction 'In Cold Blood' (it was an A Level book) and he is an author who wrote to make you think twice and really put across a lot of, sometimes, uncomfortable issues. Now, I'm looking forward to finally watching the film! Audrey Hepburn? Yes. Please.

8 - Cameo Brooch || This was a gift from Irsa, and I freaking love it! It's so so so me, and you'll probably see it featured a lot on the blog from now on. For some reason I only wear brooches in Autumn/Winter. Is that weird? 

I have been living of Heinz Tomato Soup and lots and lots of hot tea. I've been using honey instead of sugar, because everyone knows honey is supposed to have healing properties! Haha, I'm clutching at straws really. 

Anybody have any other things they always use when they're unwell? Please do tell! 

Ambreen xx

Ode to Autumn

John Keats

Cardigan - Asos | Faux Leather Waistcoat - Internacionale

Boots - H&M

 Top - Republic

Quick post of my outfit today, it was quite cold but not as cold as it has been. Hence the Asos 'botanical green' cardigan over a t-shirt dress, and the black faux leather waistcoat thrown over it. 

As you can see, my brother's photography has improved, hugely! 

I also threw in a photograph of him and the top I brought him the other week. I'm planning on stealing it at some point soon! 

You've probably noticed how dark it is in the pictures, and it was only about half five when they were taken. Hope your having a lovely Saturday. 

Ambreen xx

After all, tomorrow is another day

Gone with the Wind  - Margaret Mitchell

Coat - HnM

Rings - Various places

Shirt - HnM

Necklace - Oxfam

Cardigan - Asos || Peplum - Dorothy Perkins 

Rings - Miss Selfridge || Watch - Michael Kors

Jeans - Calvin Klein || Boots - Online 

Happy Sunday! We took these earlier in the week when we met up with a friend, she was down from Scotland for a week so we met up for lunch. We initially wanted to go to cafe nero, however it was ridiculously busy so we ended up in this cute cafe/restaurant next door, called The Vienna Coffee House. It was a lovely place, the atmosphere was relaxed and everybody there was really helpful! It's in St Peter's Square for those who are interested. 

 The weather has been slowly getting colder and colder, but we're looking forward to this as we get to bust out our winter wear! Hope you all have a lovely weekend! 

 P.S. get in touch with us, we'd love to know who you all are. We don't bite!

P.S.S. We made more gifs! 

 Ambreen & Irsa xx

Hometown glory

 Adele

Hey, Irsa's back from Berlin and just in time too. Autumn is here! The leaves on the trees are the most amazing vibrant yellow, orange and red colours. We absolutely adore Autumn, its the most beautiful season. I think these photographs show that Autumn in Manchester can be so pretty! 

We're also debuting something new on the blog... A GIF! We wanted to shake things up a bit, and, although it took me awhile. I finally figured it out!  Haha. 

What's your favourite season? I know a lot of people love Summer, but Autumn's more our thing! 

Ambreen & Irsa xx