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Let’s go to the beach, each! Let’s go get away…

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How To Style A Summery Smock Dress

Haven’t done an outfit post in absolutely ages, so I thought I’d make it this a good one! I went to the beach at the weekend and initially reached out for denim shorts and a vest top. Like the rest of the nation, I basically wanted to wear as little clothing as possible! 

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However, I can’t wear my Topshop denim shorts without tights because it shows far too much. Put it this way, my underwear are bigger than the shorts themselves (yeah, they are short shorts!). 
I remembered that I had this blue paisley smock dress so I put that on, wore my sandals and away we went! The sandals I wore were these ones from River Island as seen in this post from last year, which have lasted a very long time but the studs have started to fall off!

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nikki lissoni coin pendant necklace

My necklace is from Nikki Lissoni and I’ve noticed that a lot of you are a fan of rose gold jewellery and accessories. This is the first rose gold piece of jewellery I own and needless to say, I instantly fell in love with it. I met the Nikki Lissoni UK team at while back, and they showed me their pendants which are interchangeable.
beehive hair style
As I have mentioned before, I’ve had my hair in a topknot since I got it cut in Easter. Since my sister’s wedding when the stylist put my hair in a lovely beehive, I have wanted to learn to do up-do hairstyles myself. 
I loved the beehive style I got done on my sister’s big day that I didn’t want to un-do at the end of the night! My hair is so thick that when the hair stylist started to backcomb it, the comb actually snapped (oops!)
Anyway, my up-do’s are not as good as the day of my sister’s wedding, but thanks to vloggers and bloggers, I’ve been able to re-create the hairstyle from when I was a bridesmaid! 
I was pretty determined to give it a go because the stylist made it look easy! When I tried hairdo’s before, I used to get frustrated but  I’ve started off doing a simple french twist and here’s the lovely lady who’s tutorial I used.

classic black leather watch
turquoise shell round framed sunglasses

Very exciting news came through a few weeks ago. I’m going to Germany at the end of the week, to visit Stylight.
I’m sure I’ll tell you all about it next week but all I can say now is how nervous I am. I have never travelled to another country on my own before and I’m flying from Manchester which it about 3 hours drive away. Instead of driving, I will be getting the train to the airport.
I’m excited but I am extremely nervous.However, this was an opportunity I couldn’t say no to! Everything always turns out good in the end, I’m sure I’ll have a fantastic time. 
I just have to stop letting my imagination and travel anxiety get the best of me!

beach souvenir
saltburn knitted toys
saltburn knitted toys

Outfit Details:
Dress: Choies
Necklace*: Nikki Lissoni
Bag: Mulberry
Watch: Tesco
Sunglasses: ASOS
Belt: Primark

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71 thoughts on “Let’s go to the beach, each! Let’s go get away…”

  12. I love your dress! It's so pretty. Any time I say, "let's go to the beach," I get that song in my head lol. I swear I've been wearing my hair in a bun all summer, too. It's too humid, so I hardly ever wear it down.

    Good luck with your travels! I went from the US to London by myself with a bunch of connector flights and airports when I was 18 and I made it! Don't be nervous 🙂

    Mabel
    Life of Mabel

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  18. I love everything about this outfit! Your hair looks lovely- really chic. And the smock/dress is cute and perfect for this weather

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  19. Your dress is so beautiful- you look amazing! Try not to fret too much about your journey- I used to find that sort of thing incredibly stressful, but doing it a few times got me used to it. If all else fails, just ask someone at the station/ airport where you need to go. Good luck, and have a lovely lovely time! xx

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  20. You look amazing in this dress! Such a pretty dress and I love the print. I have such thick hair too, and I might try and change it up with a beehive too 🙂 have an amazing time in Germany! Have a safe flight just bring lots of books and music and the travelling will go by so quickly! xxx

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  28. I am simply in love with this look! and I know what you mean about the whole tights pants thing!! but this dress is simply stunning on you. Looks like you had a fabulous time. I am obsessed with the beach! Have an amazing time in Germany! xxx Rebecca

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  39. Oh you look gorgeous! A way more sophisticated beach look, I love it. How exciting about Germany! I hate flying too but I use my rescue rememdy and think of the destination 🙂 Good luck, you'll have an amazing time
    xxx

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  41. Good luck with your trip to Germany lovely, I hope you have a fab time – it all sounds very exciting! I'm sure once you're sat on the plane you'll be fine 🙂 what are those little knitted people and palm tree? They're adorable! You look beautiful Sarah, well done on the updo you did a really good job – I'm useless at hair but I'm going to watch the video and see if it looks feasible haha 🙂 xx

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  45. Wow, you are so lucky, a trip to Germany!! I'm so happy I discovered your blog today, it has such an amazing layout and your pictures have an amazing quality, not to mention your flawless style! I love the dress and your necklace, so cute!

    Have an amazing week,
    Mary x

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  48. Oooh bet you caught some sun in the weekend, it was lush! 🙂

    I'm trying to do more updos lately as I'm stuck in a rut with the top knot, I like the look of Victory rolls. I tried it a couple of times and it's getting easier, perfect for short-ish hair. You may want to give that a go.

    Hope you have a blast in Germany!

    x

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  52. Aww good luck with your travels and can't wait to hear all about it! Germany is an amazing country!
    I really love your hair here! That's the first thing I noticed in the first photo. It looks so good! Whenever I try to do an updo I like a bit of volume at the crown but I can never get it to stay up like yours there. Well I can but only endless hours of blowdrying, products and backcombing 🙁
    My arms also get tired easily when trying to put my hair up! xx

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  61. Hi~ Thank you so much for visiting and commenting on my blog!I use to love BB creams as well (I had quite a few.. haha) but I think I might be liking CC creams more..!

    Anyway, your outfit looks AMAZING. You are just so elegant and classy!The shades are to die for.

    -Mei
    http://meihearts.blogspot.com

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  64. You look lovely there, perfect for the beach! Very excited for you about Germany, good luck and looking forward to hearing about it.

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  71. This bouffant looks amazing on you. When I wear one I always want to wear it for multiple days, so I definitely understand. This whole outfit is so gorgeous on you. Your blue dress is super flattering.

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