How to wear: Leopard Print Leggings

I showed you all in the post below my latest wishlist, which included some Leopard Print leggings from Topshop. Having been uber disapointed by them being sold out in my local store I was lucky enough to be near a Topshop today (yay!) and they had them in stock in a size 10! (eeek!) and so yes now comes the problem of what to wear them with. Leopard Print is the big trend right now and leggings are a hard one to master, but I think I've got it sorted!
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Blouse DIY (I cut the black ribbon off) from Republic
Leggings from Topshop
Wedge Boots from So You Shoes

I need a pair of flat black ankle boots in my life i've decided and they would look amazing with Leopard Print Leggings. Right now 'wine' is the colour but for this outfit I've teamed the leggings with a Brown blouse it seems to work well!
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Rolling Stones T-shirt from Sugar Bullets
Leggings - Topshop
Shoes - So You Shoes

I really love this outfit, more than perfect for a night out! For a toned down look add ballet pumps and a chunky dark cardigan and you're good to go! :)
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Jumper/Sweater from Topshop
Leggings from Topshop
Shoes from So You Shoes

This top is my favourite thing. I only bought it last week and it goes with everything and is so warm (yay!) It looks amazing with Jeans/Shorts & Leggings and also goes very well with Leopard Print!

How would you wear Leopard Print Leggings? Which look is your favourite?

P.S I've also changed my banner today hope you all like it!

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Wishlist Wants Under £35!

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Just some of the items of clothing I'm lusting over right now, especially those Leopard print leggings! I checked out my local Topshop store at the weekend to try them on but they had completely sold out :(

Burgundy Jeans from - Hearts & Bows
White Star Print T-shirt from Select Fashion
Ochre Hotpants from Topshop
Leopard Print Leggings from Topshop
Raspberry Emily Shirt from Hearts & Bows
&
Black Glitter heels from Linzi Shoes


What's good about these buys the most expensive item is only £35!
which is your favourite? I'd buy them all If I could especially the leopard print leggings!

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Brighten up your day with Nail Art!

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I'm starting to think that with some funky looking nails you can really brighten up your day and your outfit too for that matter. All you fans on Twitter/Facebook know I love changing the colour of my nails regularly and the crazier the pattern the better!
(here's just some of my nails i've managed to photograph this past month or so!)

Are you a fan of nail art? I'm addicted to using my Models Own nail art pen!

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Footwear from Ellos.co.uk

I seem to be constantly finding new online retailers and this is just another one I've come across which is ellos.co.uk and they have the most gorgeous range of wintery boots and they are all under £50! which is just a total bargain for that pair of boots you are going to wear everyday through winter!
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I think this A/W you need a pair of wedge boots. Not the OTT massive heels sort of wedge heel you'd wear on a night out but a small heel. I really like the 1st pair of shoes which are £45 because of the dark brown colour and how they are lace ups too!
I also like the 4th pair which are slightly cheaper at the bargain price of £39 which is amazing for a leather pair of shoes! (eeek) *adds to wishlist*

Check out the Ellos Online Catalogue now!

Have you found your pair of wintery boots yet?

WINNERS OF THE LATEST COMPETITIONS!

I've had a crazy busy week so i've only just got round to picking the winners of the latest competitions on fashion-train!

Congrats to Kate from (aworldfullofprettiness) who's won the Pocket Watch Necklace, Congrats to Rosalie (@RosalieWright on twitter) who's won the £50 Laura Ashley Giftcard and Cherry from (Cherrypie) who's won the Pretty Sunday Bracelet!


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UGG Love

I think UGG Boots won't go out of fashion for many years to come, especially their traditional short classic UGG boots. I'm not a huge fan of the newer ranges of UGG boots but you can't go wrong with a classic pair!
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UGG boots have been seen as the 'affordable' designer shoe and have been seen on a LOT of celebrities including Jennifer Anniston, Kate Moss, Nicole Richie & Eva Longoria just show how high demand UGG Boots are.
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But the question is why wear them again this winter?
They are comfy they are made to look stylish and the boots are designed to look fashionable and to be worm when there is snow or ice on the ground, or when the temperature is below freezing.

I really like the chesnut brown pair and think they are absolutely perfect for A/W and even S/S if you're in England and it's raining (as usual!) I keep meaning to save and buy a pair but at about £150 it's a hefty price tag!
Maybe this A/W I'll get round to buying a pair!

What do you think of UGG boots? Have you got a pair of UGG boots? How often do you wear yours?

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We Wit It L.A. Presents EmergeLA

We Wit It L.A. presents its L.A. fashion week kickoff event, which will take place on Friday, September 30th at the Holding Co. in Silverlake. A diverse lineup will be presented consisting of emerging talents in fashion/music/art including Ballerina Black, Under The Table Clothing, and creative genius Ngene Mwaura. The We Wit It L.A. team describes EmergeLA as: “A party in the name of discovery

Dripped Trunk Show & Fashion Soiree

“DRIPPED” “A fashion soiree and trunk show” When: September 30th, 2011 7-11:30 pm Where: Pop tART Gallery 3023 W. 6th St. Los Angeles, CA, 90020 Curated by: GGeisha Hosted by: The Work Magazine Sponsored by: Peroni Italy Here are further details via the press release: Dripped is a bi-monthly trunk show held at Pop tART Gallery in Los Angeles that focuses on local fashion designers,

College Fashion Week: Day 6+7

I was really busy yesterday and by the time I tried to take blog photos, it was all horrible and rainy and it went dark about 15 minutes later! So day 6+7 are both in this post :)

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I decided to go for 7 days worth of looks as it's now day 7 and also this is just what I wear on a daily basis too. I like to alternate my clothes during the week (as you can see from the outfit photos) that some of the items I'm wearing are the same.

1. Top from £15 from - Ark Clothing, Scarf - £13 from River Island, Shorts - £28 and Leggings - £12 both from Topshop and Boots - £35 from Linzi Shoes

This is the sort of outfit you could put together in a matter of seconds. Teaming the cardigan with a black cardi, or just any cardigan infact will look perfect anyday of the week.

2. Rolling Stones T-shirt £20 from Sugar Bullets, American Flag Shorts - £28 from Topshop, Leggings from Topshop & Boots - £35 from Linzi Shoes.

This is for the more teenager side of me. A band t-shirt and some american flag shorts go perfect together! I'd team this look with a zip up hoody. I know Topshop have some awesome coloured ones in at the moment, but why not take a look at these Hearts & Bows zip up hoodies too.

3. Sweatshirt £35 from Truffle Shuffle, Shorts £28 and Leggings £12 from Topshop Boots - £35 from Linzi Shoes.

I genuinely believe every girl needs this sweatshirt in their wardrobe. Anyone remember hit American TV Show Saved by the bell?! Love love love it. This sweatshirt is exactly like the one Kelly Kapowski wore on the show (she was my fave character!)

4. Cardigan £22.99 from Heats & Bows, Sleeveless Blouse and Shorts from Topshop, Tights from Primark £1 and Brogues £20 from So You Shoes.

This is a typical 'vintage' inspired look I like to go for from time to time. Who can resist a chunky knit cardigan and a pair of patterned tights?!

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5. Rolling Stones T-shirt £20 from Sugar Bullets, Jeans £38 from Topshop and brogues £20 from So You Shoes.

Yes all you readers look at this outfit photo will think I'm mad... yes I'm WEARING JEANS! I never thought this day would happen anytime soon but it has. I went shopping with my friend Beth the other day and she said I should try on a pair. So we went into Topshop, I tried on what felt like 10 pair of jeans and I came across this pair. They have a more 'jegging' feel to them and they don't make my legs look big so I love them! :)

6. Cardigan £22.99 from Hearts & Bows, Jeans £38 from Topshop, Top £7.99 from New Look & Brogues £20 from So You Shoes.

I'm wearing this cardigan a lot now. It's so versatile and perfect for the horrible weather right now here in England!

7. Top £8 from Select, Shorts £28 from Topshop and tights £1 from Primark, Brogues £20 from So You Shoes.

This top has been my most recent purchase and It's very wearable anytime of year so for £8 it was a bargain. I loved how good it looks with shorts and i've also been wearing it with jeans too!

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Well sadly that's another themed week on Fashion-Train come to an end. I've really liked doing weeks like this so if you have any suggests for another one, feel free to tweet me email me etc. I think this weeks post has shown you don't need a huge amount of money in the bank to look fashionable each day of Sixth Form/Uni/College. You can see I wear items more than once it's just about being able to mix and match!

Which is your favourite outfit this week? Which is your favourite outfit in this post?

p.s giveaway winners for all recent comps will be announced on Thursday!

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College Fashion Week: Day Five

Sorry for the uber late post had a very busy day! When I tried to take photos earlier the sun wasn't in my favour. There was a massive grey cloud which soon turned into a lot of rain!
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I was going to do another outfit and take photos but this is what I wore to college today! It's another casual outfit (I tend to go for casual and comfy!)

Cardigan from - Hearts & Bows at Ark Clothing, Ramones T-shirt from Truffle Shuffle, Shorts from Topshop and Ankle Boots from Linzi Shoes.

I really like this outfit and it's a great for daily wear. What do you think think of this outfit? Have you got your band t-shirt for this A/W?

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College Fashion Week: Day Four

Playsuits are just for summer right? WRONG playsuits are becoming thee item of clothing to wear all year round with the right clothes and accessories. Add a belt, a vintage necklace, a scarf and you're good to go.
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I'm wearing a Glamorous Playsuit from Ark Clothing and it was £26.99. It's the perfect playsuit for A/W 2011 and you can dress it up or down! I think it looks great with a wedge boot (like mine from Linzi Shoes!)
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I think when it gets a bit colder a quilted jacket like mine from Republic which was about £50. It's really thick material and it's very warm. Republic also sell the jacket in a gilet version which with a slightly cheaper price tag and great too!

What do you think of playsuits will you wear them this A/W?

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College Fashion Week: Day Three

Today for college a dug out one of my old scarves which cost me a few pounds from Primark! I'm loving this cardigan right now and it was only £22.99 from Ark Clothing. It's already been featured so far for college fashion week and I'm sure it'll be featured again before the week is out!
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My top is £15 from Ark Clothing, My scarf was about £3 from Primark. My cardigan was £22.99 from Hearts & Bows, My shorts were £26 from Topshop and my boots are £55 from Next.

This sort of outfit I wear on a daily basis in general (not just as it's college fashion week) I'm starting to think a cardigan like this is a real essential for your college/uni wardrobe. I really like this outfit!

What do you think? Have you liked college fashion week so far?

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College Fashion Week: Day Two

I've been getting a bit obsessed with band t-shirts at the moment, so this post is 4 ways i'd wear a band t-shirt! I wore my guns and roses one too college today as it was wet and windy :(
The other photos were taken yesterday (so that's why its not wet on the ground!)
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1. Gilet from Boohoo.com £25,Rolling Stones T-shirt from Sugar Bullets £20, Leggings from Topshop £12 & Red Trainers from H&M.

This type of outfit i'd wear on a sunny, but dry day! I think it's great as it's a bit quirky and it's a bit different too. When it's colder i'd wear this outfit with a chunky cardigan. It's perfect for going to college, sixth form, uni etc for a comfortable/stylish look!

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2. Ramones T-shirt from Sugar Bullets £20, Shorts from Topshop about £30, Leggings from Topshop £12 & Boots from Linzi Shoes £30.

This outfit is perfect for any casual day really. (not just college/uni) Just dig out last years/this summers patterned shorts and team them will a band t-shirt! I am loving these wedge boots more and more everyday too, they go with everything!

Another way you can wear this t-shirt...

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3. Ramones T-Shirt from Sugar Bullets £20, Berry Jersey Cardigan from Boohoo.com £8, Shorts from Topshop about £26, Leggings from Topshop £12 and Boots from Boohoo.com £35.

This outfit is the kind of outfit I wear everyday. These shorts are my favourite pair of shorts as they go with absolutely everything. I also think every girls needs at least two of these Jersey Cardigans in their wardrobe, at £8 a cardi and so many outfits for it to go with, how can you go wrong? I'm lusting over the teal one...

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4. Guns & Roses t-shirt from Sugar Bullets £20, Leggings from Topshop £12, Hearts & Bows Cardigan from Ark Clothing £22.99

This cardigan is my new favourite thing. It was only £22.99 and it's an absolutely necessity for A/W. Berry seems to be the colour of this season and just wearing this cardigan today I've had so many compliments! It's lovely and warm and goes perfectly with vests/t-shirts and shorts or leggings. I really love it and will be wearing a lot this A/W!

What do you think of this post? Do you like Band T-shirts? How would you wear a Band T-shirt?

Also, how's college/uni/sixth form for everyone? or just school in general, let me know what you're up to!

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She Wants Revenge and Skylar Grey To Perform At Macy's In Northridge

For my readers in the Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley area, here is a fashion and music event that sounds interesting for this weekend...In its second year, the Macy’s mstylelab Concert Tour is bringing intimate performances from top musicians to select Macy’s stores across the country. All events are free and open to the public at the mstylelab lounge at Macy’s. As part of a music program

Jennifer Lopez for Kohl's Review

Content © 2011 http://fashiontrendguide.blogspot.com. All rights reserved.I spent some time browsing the new Jennifer Lopez Collection at Kohl's last Thursday. My shopping strategy was to try on the apparel, handbags, and perhaps some shoes; I wasn't particularly interested in the home goods or jewelry. As I inspected the clothing, I noticed a signature Jennifer Lopez-inspired neutral and muted

College Fashion Week: Day One

Due to the success of Festival fashion week (wahoo!) back in July. I thought i'd do another series of posts. These ones will be called 'College Fashion Week' I'd originally planned these posts for a week ago, but better late than never!
These posts will be mainly inspiration/ideas of what to wear especially if you are about to start university, in your second/third/fourth year of university, going back to college/sixth form or starting college/sixth form!
I hope you like this series of posts and please let me know your thoughts!

So Let's start with Monday...
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Blouse £20 from Boohoo.com & Wedge Boots £35 from Linzi Shoes.

Monday's the most likely day which you are going to put the most effort into what you are wearing. So today i've gone for this pink cape sleeve blouse from Boohoo.com which was only £20!. I really like this blouse as it's the type of blouse you can wear for daywear with a pair of leggings and some wedge boots like mine from Linzi Shoes or some flat shoes such as ballet pumps & brogues. You can wear this blouse aswell for daywear with jeans, or tucked into dark denim shorts. For nightwear you can wear this blouse with a platform heels or some massive black wedges with leggings and some vintage jewellery.


What do you think of this outfit? Are you loving these wedge boots?

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NEW BLOG: FASHION-TRAIN-FIX

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Just a quick blogpost to let you all know about my other blog FASHION-TRAIN-FIX!
It's a blog about the things which I don't manage to fit on this blog. Posts about my current nail art, my favourite rings, what inspires me, fashion news, wishlists. Those sorts of things.
I've done a few posts already and have a lovely 59 followers!
Please follow it too if you love fashion-train!

Check it out HERE.

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Window and Online Shopping at Zara

In honor of the September 7th launch of Zara's online shopping in the U.S., I want to share a few of their current store windows. Last night I browsed both their online store and their mall store with the intent to buy, and that's something I've been wanting to do for several years. In the store, I saw a great black wool jacket with faux fur "gorilla" sleeves. I haven't found it online yet, as

Necklace Giveaway!

First of all congrats to Jenna from Jennasuth.blogspot.com who won the guess watch giveaway!
& You can still enter the giveaway to win a Laura Ashley £50 voucher.
But now it's time for ANOTHER giveaway (wahoo!)
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The lovely Danielle @ Cutie Pie Jewellery has offered a reader of fashion-train to win one of these gorgeous necklaces (with a fully working clock) worth £15!
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There are three ways you can enter this competition.

1. Tweet ''follow @ilovecutiepie and @fashiontrain for a chance to win a time keeper necklace!'
2. leave a comment and your email address on this blog post.
3. You can follow my new blog Fashion-Train-Fix.

Winner will be announced on the 16th September! and this competition is open to the UK only!

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE! :)

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Clothing Wishlist #1

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Sleeveless Blouse - Topshop, Floral Dress - Desire Clothing, Shorts - Topshop and Leopard Print Boots - Ark Clothing.

Just some of the items of clothing which have caught my eye this week, which is your favourite?


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Fashion's Night Out with Ron Herman and Smashbox Studios

Who: Smashbox Studios, Kimora Lee Simons, Lightning Bolt, Clothing, J Brand, NSF, Chan Luu, Monrow, Will Bags, Frank ad Eileen, Oliver Peoples and GoldsignWhat: Smashbox Studios and Ron Herman celebrate Fashion's Night Out 2011 hosted by Kimora Lee Simmons featuring a pop-up Smashbox photo studio with fashion photographer Diana Koenigsberg offering complimentary photo sessions for shoppers.

Fashion's Night Out At Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills

Here is one more Fashion's Night Out event to consider in the L.A. area...and I'll be posting more as they trickle into my inbox.Neiman Marcus is located at9700 Wilshire Blvd.Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Agabhumi and Main St. Santa Monica Fashion's Night Out Events

Still no plans for Fashion's Night Out in the L.A. area? There's certainly no shortage of events to choose from, and here's what's happening in Santa Monica:Agabhumi will be celebrating Fashion's Night Out in conjunction with several of Main Street Santa Monica's top stores, restaurants and beauty outlets this Thursday, September 8th.Agabhumi's event will kick off at 6PM with red carpet, local

Competiton: Win A £50 Laura Ashley Voucher

I feel like i'm spoiling you all lately. But i've taken the big step and i'm going to run two competitions at once (eeek!) this one finishes one the 20th September!.

Laura Ashley is having a 'mega event' this September with a massive 20% off everything and with thanks to the lovely people at Codes.co.uk they are letting a Fashion-Train Reader to win a £50 Voucher!

Codes.co.uk also have some other lovely fashion discounts! (yaaaay!) and here are a few of my favourites:

Rare Fashion – 15% Discount – code: RAREW15L – expires 30th September
AllSaints – up to 60% off Archive styles
Motel Rocks – 10% Discount – code: HELLO
Aphrodite – 10% Discount – code: loyal10
In Love with Fashion – 10% Discount – code: LOVE10

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All you have to do to win this voucher is to:

1. Tweet 'follow @fashiontrain @codescouk and @lauraashley__' for a chance to win a £50 voucher'
2. Comment on this blog post to why you would love to win this voucher and leave your email address.

For extra entries...

1. you can follow Fashion-Train by google reader.
2. you can follow my new blog Fashion-Train-Fix by google reader too.
3. Like Fashion-Train on Facebook and write on the page 'enter me to the £50 Laura Ashley Voucher Competition'


This competition is open to the UK readers only and ends on the 20th September!


GOOD LUCK EVERYONE :)

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Everyone Needs Motivation

So it's September, how time flies. I planned to write a post yesterday but I didn't get round to it. I still remember New Years Eve like it was yesterday and to think we are now 9 months in to 2011 is a bit scary, but what a year it's been! I'm planning on some 'college fashion posts' again which is exciting so keep your eyes peeled :)



Everyone needs some words of motivation every now and again. I was so happy when I came across these gorgeous bracelets which are handmade from Bekl Motivation Bracelets and at £2.99 its a price everyone can afford to add one to their accessories collection.



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mine says 'Someone is only special if you tell them'. I think it's great how you can order a bracelet off the site and what it says could be any sort of quote but then it really makes you think. Like with mine I think I need to tell the people who are special in my life that they are special. I suppose if you believe in fate and that sort of thing these bracelets are the sort of thing for you!



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I'm all for handmade items and I am so glad I have one of these bracelets, it's been a good festival staple as when your at festivals (if your like me) you somehow end up without about 10 bracelets on?!

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What do you think of Bekl Motivation Bracelets? You can follow them on twitter @beklbracelets



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Preview Lauren Conrad's Paper Crown Collection on Fashion's Night Out

Lauren Conrad will make a special appearance at the Nordstrom at The Grove to launch her new collection, paper crown, during Fashion's Night Out in Los Angeles.

Conrad’s designs are a modern take on a classic style, with an emphasis on fit and quality to create staples for the contemporary woman’s closet. The collection is composed of ultra romantic maxis, chic cocktail attire, menswear

Hip'tique's Fashion's Night Out Celebration in Santa Monica


Main Street in Santa Monica will be looking a whole lot more fashionable come September 8th, as hip'tique participates in their first annual Fashion Night Out on Main St. in Santa Monica. Habitual Denim will be partnering in the evening with a Trunk Show highlighting their fall denim and 20% off for the evening. Toni Ferrara, Celebrity Fashion Expert, will bring her unique glamour expertise