Shine bright like a diamond ...

Although this dress is literally about 3 years old from Topshop, I wore it a few days ago for the first time on a night out and have absolutely fallen in love with it. This is definitely mainly to do with the bright, vibrant colour and has made me eager to purchase some more bright evening dresses. 

When I first bought the dress I was very skeptical as I thought the colour was too over the top for a night out (I would usually stick to dark or light neutrals), however I'm glad I gave it another chance. Bright colours compliment all skin tones and as long as the style of the dress is nice and flattering, can be very classy. 

Here are a few other dresses I've been coveting since I discovered my love for the brights :- 

ASOS Bodycon Dress with Cut Out Sides and Bar Detail Yellow and Red 

Bershka fantasy fabric dress and crochet dress

Diane Von Furstenberg Asti silk-chiffon and ponte mini dress

 and 

Celeb Boutique Sunset orange bandage bodycon dress

Aqua broadway dress with belt and open back 

and 

Three Floor shades of blue dress

OOTD - Crop Top

Top - Topshop// Shorts - Primark// Heels - Primark  

I went back to Primark to get those amazing bargain heels (previous post) in a different colour, and whilst I was there I spotted the gorgeous aztec print shorts, perfect for the warm weather and at only £12 I had to pick them up. I used to hate Primark with a passion mainly because of how hectic it is in there, and the constant threat of being pushed over by a granny. However the clothes/accessories have got a lot nicer recently so I figure it's worth getting a little stressed out to obtain some great bargains. 

I paired the shorts and heels with a plain black lace crop top from Topshop (£15, also comes in white and charcoal), as it's always best not to overdo it with the bright colours

 (unless bobo the clown is the look you are going for).

OOTD - Patterned Trousers

Heels - H&M// Trouser - Matalan (similar 1,2,3,4)// Top- Mango (similar here)// Bag - Vintage

I literally live in leggings, so I love changing it up occasionally and wearing some vibrant trousers. Bright colours and prints are a must in the summer,this used to only apply to statement jewelry, dresses and tops,but I love how the bright pattern trend has transferred to trousers. 

They look very classy and put together with a plain simple top and some heels. 

I got these trousers from Matalan for just £4 (becoming quite the successful bargain hunter).

 This trend was first seen on the catwalks, showcased by designers such as Stella McCartney and Phillip Lim and I for one am delighted that its trickled down to the high street with Zara, Topshop and H&M in particular stocking many different patterns and colours.

To sum-up bright printed trousers-

 I'ts like standing out in a subtle way (a very skilled achievement)  

Brights and Pastels ...

I like how it doesn't have to be one or the other with pastels and brights at the moment, they are both in fashion at the same time and I've got to say i'm loving both trends !! 

Below are a few of my favorites, some high-street and some high end.

1- H&M// 2- New look// 3- Ted Baker// 4 - Zara// 5 - YSL// 6 - Topshop// 7 - Zara 

1 - Miss Selfridge// 2 - Romwe// 3 - Zatchel// 4 - Dorothy Perkins// 5 - Topshop// 6 - Rochas (In store flannel or Saks)// 7 - Hérve Léger (currently sold old, available in stores)