OUTFIT: Material Fusion

If you've ever had the (mis)fortune of visiting the Arndale Centre in Manchester, you may or may not know that tucked away at the bac...


If you've ever had the (mis)fortune of visiting the Arndale Centre in Manchester, you may or may not know that tucked away at the back there's actually a market. I have to say that I tend to avoid it wherever possible, and that's no slight on the stalls because there's a lot of quality stuff at decent prices. No no, I avoid it because of the smell.

The architect/designer/planner for the Arndale truly deserves a slap to the face with a wet fish, but not just any fish, it should be one from the Arndale Market. That's right, just behind the little food court section there's a massive fishmonger's! And that lovable fishy 'aroma' travels all throughout the market.

On one particular day, boredom got the better of me. I took one last gasp of beautiful, fresh, city-centre air(!) and headed in. Whilst there I came across a gorgeous cropped black lace studded jacket priced at a reasonable £25. But as everyone else seemed to be avoiding the smell of dead fish that day, I was the only person at the stall and the shop assistant was incredibly insistent that I buy it. So much so, I managed to get my hands on it for just £15!

It definitely reminds me of something I'd expect to see in much classier, slightly less whiffier establishment like Zara. Of course, I can feel my debit card struggling to break free from my bag whenever I enter places like Zara, but it seemed perfectly happy to be chip & pinned at this stall.

So anyway, after I washed it (adding in extra Lenor!) I paired it with this champagne metallic vest that I don't recall having ever worn. I think it may have been from Topshop's Autumn/Winter range in 2011 but don't quote me on that! Either way, it was definitely time to give it an airing, coupled with my trusty black velvet shorts that I will not be falling out of love with anytime soon!

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Fusion of Velvet, Lace, Metallic and Studs...

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Studded Lacey Goodness

 Champagne Metallic Vest - TOPSHOP
High Waisted Black Velvet Shorts - TOPSHOP
Cropped Studded Lace Jacket - Arndale Market

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  I think this might be the first time I've blogged with my hair in a top-knot, I've been experimenting quite a bit with the hair recently to try and mix it up a bit. I really love having my hair done 'Up' at the moment and I'm constantly YouTubing tutorials for new ideas. It's almost fascinating the way the turquoise ends up in big flashes dissecting the black.

  I don't think you can ever really beat natural, flowing locks but sometimes it just looks so damn sexy when it's done up, right?

Lima is a Northern girl who chose life. Fashion and Makeup to her are just a little bit of fun, because life is already way too serious as it is. She's all about colour, because colour breaks down barriers, opens up the mind to new possibilities and makes everything feel a bit brighter.

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22 comments

  1. Safiyah25 February 2013 at 23:25

    Wow I love it and what a steal! I wish I could haggle but I'm too weak lol.

    You look gorgeous as always, love your style mA <3 x

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  2. Veselina25 February 2013 at 23:33

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  3. Sharon26 February 2013 at 08:29

    Gal u r both funny &stunning love e outfit,ur hair&makeup so stylish! Glad u got a bargain regardless of fish scent around haha I couldn't stop laughn u made my morning!

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  4. Big Fashionista26 February 2013 at 09:22

    Love it. Looks fabulous. I do love a good bargain and it is fab to see a post where someone is proud they got a bargain as well.


    Oh god, I sound old.

    Fab post.

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  5. Lyndsey Camille26 February 2013 at 11:02

    Loving the stud details!
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  6. The Postcolonial Rabbit26 February 2013 at 11:09

    Ah you look amazing, as always! What a bargain - and it's such a great fit! Loving the hair too, am tempted to go deep purple when the Mini Rabbit is here :) xxx

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  7. Tugba26 February 2013 at 11:59

    Love the jacket :) really need a similar one in my wardrobe. I think it is very versatile.

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  8. Fashionobsession-mieni26 February 2013 at 15:44

    Your outfit is awesome and I am absolutly in love with your hairstyle! I think not everbody can wear turqouise hairs but you look stunning with it!

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  9. Hola Bambi26 February 2013 at 17:40

    You're stunning. Love your hair xxx

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  10. Sophie's Blog26 February 2013 at 18:34

    It looks really nice, bargain! I shop in Manchester a lot and knew about the market but Ive never been in, maybe i will now, with a peg on my nose haha x

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  11. Shreya J26 February 2013 at 19:27

    The jackets a stunner!I've been looking for a good studded one for months now!
    ~Shreya
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  12. jamie-lee26 February 2013 at 19:46

    First thought was markets? Oh cool, then I read about the fishmongers - what a god awful place to have it! Anyway, loving your outfit, you look gorge, and I love the added edge from the studs on the collar x

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  13. Anonymous27 February 2013 at 10:52

    your so beautiful :) love your eyebrows!

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  14. megcasson28 February 2013 at 02:23

    i love that jacket, it is perfect!

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  15. Unknown28 February 2013 at 11:10

    I love your brows too!
    I also love the blue in your hair <3

    Gorgeous outfit

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  16. MEVISH1 March 2013 at 16:06

    love the studded rocker lace jacket looks amazing on you hun ;)

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  17. Tass2 March 2013 at 13:13

    Looooooove this outfit so much xx

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  18. Tass2 March 2013 at 13:13

    Looooove this outfit so much xx

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  21. Unknown8 March 2013 at 11:24

    I love this outfit! and your hair is really awesome I was to nervous to go blue :)
    new follower here I really like your style :)

    Gemma xx
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  22. Robyn Roxburgh17 March 2013 at 18:07

    Ahh I want that jacktet!!! It looks so great with those shorts. The top knot really suits you! I think my head just looks massive when I have my hair up haha! You pull it off amazingly and the turqoise ends look really cool
    xx

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