With Autumn in full swing and Winter creeping up, here's a few things I've been reaching for the past month.

+ Anastasia Beverly Hills liquid lip in 'ashton' 

This has quickly become one of my favourite lip colours, it is rather similar to my Mac 'taupe' but just a little darker. The formula can be drying but like with any other liquid lipstick exfoliating your lips is key.

+ Gold coin necklaces - Nuena Hamburg 

I visited a little jewellery shop in Hamburg and bought the cutest little gold coins with the aim of turning them into necklaces. I love them so much and they hold a little memory too.

+ Ordinary AHA & BHA peeling solution 

While this isn't your ordinary [oh the irony] face mask, it helps brighten and rejuvenate your skin prepping it for the rest of the day. I've always been a fan of the Ordinary products and here's another one to add to your 'to try list' for skincare.

+ Pink suede crossbody bag - H&M

I'm a huge fan of crossbody bags and small bags in general. Surprisingly because the colour of the bag is on the more neutral side it pairs well with a lot of outfits. 

+ Leopard print jumper - H&M 

I wore this consistently 3 days in 1 week if that doesn't tell you how much I love it then this will. I have always loved leopard print and snakeskin and the fact that it is now trendy means that it's a lot easier to buy clothing with such prints. I adore the texture and the fit of the jumper and can't wait to continue wearing it!

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Quiz clothing, a company that is relatively new to me but intrigues me with their sense of styling & fashion. I've popped into my local Quiz store and I have to say their clothes are gorgeous, especially their dresses. While they are known for their occasion wear like their going out dresses, their casual pieces are a must for the everyday girl. I'm going to share some of my favourite picks from their website. 

+ Flower embroidered shirt 

Embroidery has not lost its shine and is here to stay for another season. I love a classic striped shirt but this one has a little more detail with the flowers and can look great dressed up or down and is perfect for the warmer months. 

+ White strappy sandals 

These heels are a staple when it comes to shoes especially for going out, the block heel makes it more comfortable but also more stable. I love the fact that they're white, you can wear an all-black outfit and switch it up by wearing contrasting heels. 

+ Rose gold Tassel earrings 

Tassel earrings have been all the rage! I love them they're so trendy with high street stores selling them in every possible style & shade. I adore the pink colour of these, they're a little more subtle as the tassel is a little slimmer than your usual one, nonetheless they are great for adding a little something to a casual outfit. 

+ Nude velvet clutch 

This is the epitome of millennial pink and I am living for this bag. It's the perfect combination of pink, velvet & crystals, 3 things I absolutely adore. This clutch is great for any outfit, it's small but is sure to make a statement. 

+ Nude Palazzo trousers 

You guys know how obsessed I am with trousers, whether it's a classic black pair or a more fun pair they're just so comfy but so put-together. I really like colour of these, they're a little different as they are warmer shade of nude. Palazzo trousers are everywhere and are a great alternative to a dress when it comes to going out. 

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October, the month where preparing for Halloween from the very start & making Mean Girls references are unquestionably appropriate. With University finally starting and actually having work to do, there's nothing more I appreciate then having a little time to myself whether it be catching up on 'How to get Away with Murder' or typing up this blog post. Here's my favourites for this month and I can assure you they are some of my absolute obsessions. 

+ Wellness bottle in 'Gold' 

I've wanted one of these bottles for over a century now but I just could not find one that was either under£40 or decent looking, but much to my surprise TK Maxx have a huge range and trust me I mean huge! Not only do I adore the gold but it keeps cold drinks cold and warm drinks warm which is perfect for Winter. 

+ Casio digital watch 'Gold Plated'

I'm not a huge fan of analogue clocks simply because they take longer to read whereas reading the time on a digital watch is instantaneous. Again I'm obsessed with the gold, it's a clean & classic watch that fits perfectly on my wrist, I like it so much I'm considering buying the same thing in silver. 

+ Isabella Scott pencil case 

I've been looking for a cute pencil case for the longest time and again I found this gorgeous crushed velvet pencil case in TK Maxx and I could not be happier with it. It has a lot of room which is great but is not overly big. 

+ Lady Gaga 'Fame' perfume 

From receiving a sample of this more than 4 years ago at the Clothes Show Live in Birmingham, I have searched endlessly for this perfume and finally found it and I can tell you it smells just like I remember. It's musky but light at the same time and it wears well. 

+ Leopard Print Coat

This has been my go-to coat since August just because I'm that eager to wear my winter clothes. Leopard print in general is iconic, it's a fashion staple that returns year after year without fail. 

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Alas Ramadhan has come and gone but nonetheless it was followed by Eid filled with joy, food and cake lots of cake! I cannot wait for the next Eid even if it is months away.

So on to what I wore: 

+ Pink Pakistani style dress with pearl & crystal embroidery 

+ Crystal statement necklace 

+ New Look Faux suede pointed heels 

+ Marks & Spencers structured bag with silk tie 

+ Pearl & Crystal handpiece 

+ Revlon Ultra HD in 'Devotion' 

I've really been in to bracelets this month so I thought what better way to show my love than to recreate one & share this DIY with you guys! You see a lot of neck chokers in high-street stores but not many bracelet chokers so I thought I'd make one. Blush & Nude shades have really been bang on trend this year so that's where my inspiration comes from . . .

So for this DIY you will need: 

+a pair of scissors 

+jewellery pliers 

+a pencil

 +a ruler

+charms of your choice

+suede or velvet-like fabric

+gold clasps and jump-rings

+a needle

+thread matching your fabric

 +lastly 2 box clasps 

You want to start by measuring the width of the fabric so it matches the width of the box clasps. Use your ruler and pencil and mark out the desired width (oh and make sure you do this on the reversed side of the fabric). Once you have done that start cutting out the strip of fabric by following the lines. 

You then want to attach your box clasps on to your fabric strip with your pliers, you also want to press firmly on to the ends to secure it properly to prevent it from coming loose. 

Now this is my favourite part because you get to customise & choose your charms. I chose this four petalled vintage flower pendent which went perfectly with the theme I intended for. 

You then want to stitch your pendent on to your fabric strip or you can opt to hot-glue it down using a hot-glue gun. I stitched my down just so it was more secure, you can't really see it in this photo but I promise you I did ;). 

I hope you guys enjoyed this DIY, I love making jewellery and sharing my creations with you guys so if you have any requests for future blog posts & DIY's then leave them in the comments down below! 

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This is a predominantly black outfit with pops of pink & white. I paired this white striped 'over-sized shirt' from Love Elegance with a black coat, jeans and boots. The shirt is extremely comfortable to wear and is thick making sure nothing from underneath peeks through! 

Normally if I was wearing a monochrome outfit I would keep it quite simple by pairing it with my ever so worn khaki scarf but I decided to change things up (yes I'm making it sound like I made an effort because I SO did!) by opting for a blush coloured scarf. The scarf is not TOO in your face making it ideal for an everyday outfit. 

So here's my chosen outfit of the day post for this month, I hope you enjoyed it and I promise you there will be better ones for the upcoming months. Let's just pray for better weather! 

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