My A Level Media Final Pieces...

Seeing as I am getting a lot of good feedback from people about my final pieces that I done for my Media Advance Level coursework, I thought I would share the videos with you! We had a choice of creating a music video or a film trailer of a genre of our choice... and neither of them appealed to me (me being the usual picky and difficult Jo), so, I spoke to my media teacher and he allowed me to pick from the other options that the exam board offer! I wanted to include fashion as much as possible, so I chose to do an advertisement, based on the clothing website 'Motel Rocks'.

I had loads of fun shooting and I want to thank the models that I used for their time and effort!

This was all filmed, styled and edited by me! :) 

Make sure to watch them in HD!!!

Models: Paige Amber Collins, Gea McMullen, Amy Sutton, Shannon Murphey, Grace Sykes and myself. 

Shot on Canon 700D

Bye-bye parting!

I never have a set hairstyle: different partings, one day it's curly, one day straight, sometimes up... I can never decide and I get bored so quickly! But right now, I'm loving the slick-back hair trend that is about - I think it's one that can't be pulled off by many, but when it is, it really emphasises someones features. 

Not only does it give off a sophisticated, classy look - it is so easy to do, and you can have it to suit yourself: extra slick or loose.

So many designers have been using this look on the runway, from the likes off Yves Saint Laurent, Barbara Bui, Rag and Bone. Even celebrities are sporting this look: Rita Ora, Jennifer Lawrence, Kim K, Nicole Scherzinger, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Amanda Holden, and so on...

Here are my attempts of this look (célfie time):

I wear this look quite loosely because I don't have a pea head... I love the idea that my hair is out of my face, it makes me feel more free and gives off a fresher look. This will be a great hairstyle for the summer, when I want my hair down but I don't want the sticky feel.

Trainer stock-up!

So it's been a while since I've got my hands on a new pair of trainers... my last purchase was last summer - I got myself some black/red Nike Free Runs and some BRIGHT green New Balance 574's (I know... dead choice). I definitely needed to up my sneaker game and be prepared for the summer coming up, so over this last month I've had a little stock up, including a pair from my most recent wishlist, YAAAY!

[Left to Right - Nike Air Footscapes Dessert Chukka Quickstrike, Nike Roshe Run & Nike Air Max Theas]

I'm really happy with my choice of trainers! They're all so comfy and are amazing quality (Easily expected from Nike!). ATM, I am mostly wearing my Footscapes - an expensive purchase - £160 (luckily, with help from the lovely boyfriend, thanks Shaquille ;)! ) but they're definitely worth it, the quality and detailing is to top standards! They're soooo versatile, I can literally pair these up with most outfits and aside this, the comfort is unreal!

Alongside these trainers, I've also copped myself some plain Converses (A grey pair & A 'carnival pink' pair), they're a basic must have & will be ideal for the summer.

Now, I'm going to take it slow with trainer buys and begin looking at some sandals & lighter weight shoes and then hopefully I'll be all kitted out for my summer footwear!!!

Style Pick: Oliver Proudlock

Made in Chelsea's style guru, Proudlock, has to be one of my most favourite style picks for menswear. I am continuously looking through his well presented blog 'proudlockstyle.com' to check out his latest quirky looks (posted every Friday), that include his signature crucifix earring. On his blog you can find Proudlock in an array of outfits, along with the information on where you can buy them. - Not only does he blog his own outfits, he also has a street style section with more inspiring menswear outfits. 

I love his laid-back, comfortable, casual look! Looking very 90's with a mix of the 70's. I even find myself, stealing some of his looks, with a twist of my own feminine touch. 

Proudlock is a prime example of knowing how to dress for specific occasions, he has his own individual style, yet, always looks appropriate for the event.

Here are some of my favourite looks: (Photographed by Alex Douglas) 

Spring/Summer Wishlist/To Buy List

I'm so excited that the weather is finally warming up! But that means shopping for a new summer wardrobe. I've spent the past few footwear months wearing my cut out Vagabonds, Timberlands and DM's - I've avoided trainers so much. Now it's summer, I need to add some colour and light weight pieces to my wardrobe, especially Hologram items, this will 100% will be one of the seasons must-haves.

As my wish list shows, there's no specific clothing I am desperate for, my focus is on shoes and accessories (The MCM bag would be a perfect addition to my life!) as I've come to the conclusion that maybe I do have too many clothes. 

The two pairs of Nikes on my wish list are needed (Desert Chukka Woven Quickstrikes & Flyknit Lunar Chukkas), especially with my minimal amount of trainers. The worst thing is, my boyfriend has only gone and got himself a pair of each but in different colours; I now have to deal with my jealousy! 

Sadly, the Karl Lagerfeld watch is still on my wish list & the rest of my list is a little out of my price range... but hey, no harm in that! But with my birthday in a few months, I might be lucky!

Please... feel free to treat me!
xx

1 Coat 3 Looks

Hi everyone! Here's a few outfits I put together based on my new camel boyfriend coat from sheinside. 

Look 1

Floppy Hat - American Apparel

Chain Blouse - TK Maxx

High Waisted Jeans - American Apparel

Bag - DKNY

Shoes - Converse

Look 2

Crop Top - American Apparel

"Mom" Jeans - Topshop

Belt - Topshop

Bag - MCM

Fishnet Socks - American Apparel

Shoes - Vagabonds

Look 3 

Leather Bralette - Asos

Zipper Pencil Skirt - Missguided

Heels - Zara

Lipstick - Rimmel London Kate Moss '107' 

Behind the scenes: Tie Doctor Shoot

On saturday, I was styling for a specialist neckwear brand that I have previously worked alongside for - Tie Doctor (http://www.tie-doctor.com).   I'm very pleased with the looks I put together, they looked amazing, and the shoot went really well! 

Here are some behind the scene shots and previews from the day.

Make sure you check out upcoming Essex Style magazine to see more shots!