Spring Lookbook Gothic Grunge Alternative

A clear blue Sky is a sign that Spring is here, where the clouds Shy away for the entrance of the Strong Rays of Sunshine. The flowers blossom and bloom whilst the bees and butterflies are busy navigating around this paradise.

Halo: the spring's spirit is crowned with a halo of sunshine.

In this look I am wearing a pale blue crop top with Kawaii velvet eyelashes on (Republic) and I paired this with a little tight floral mini skirt (H&M). I also have on a pair of thin sheer tights (Primark) with a tribal grey and black pattern line at the back. For shoes, I have on navy colored converse (Primark) which I DIY'ed with some metallic studs (eBay).

Tip: use the colors of the clothing item with the pattern to set a color scheme for the outfit and jewellery.

For jewellery, I have on this black lace choker which I DIY'ed and a pair of long gold earrings (Debenhams) with dark blue, olive green and white crystals. I also have on a silver key ring (claire's), silver wing ring (claire's) and a silver ring with a blue gem (Primark).

Deadly Roses: a secret garden filled with beautifully poisonous roses.

Here, I have on this long sleeved tight dress with pink roses (H&M) with a pair of black tights (Primark). For shoes, I have on a pair of pink converse (Primark) that match the color of the roses on my dress. I also have on this thick pink lace piece as a belt to emphasis my waist line.
Tip: Do not be afraid of telling a story with your outfit as it can be a great way of emotional and artistic relief. So once in a while, why not tell a story with your outfit instead of your mouth?!
For jewellery, I have on my beloved black lace chocker that I DIY'ed and a leather chained necklace with a coffin pendent with a skeleton inside (Boutique). For rings, I have on a silver owl ring (claire's) and a silver key ring (claire's)

A Ballerina Escapee: saved from the curse of being imprisoned in a mechanical box.

In this look, I'm wearing a blue lace top (Primark) with a black vest under it (Primark) and a black cardigan (Primark). I have on a navy blue circle skirt (H&M) with grey tights (Primark) and on top I have on a pair of diamond fishnet design tights (Primark). For shoes, I have on a pair of black ballerina flats (Primark).

Tip: always take a little jacket of some kind to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays and also just in case it gets colder later on the day.

For jewellery, I have on my black lace chocker with a mini silver ring as the pendent.

A Touch of Grace: corruption doesn't stand a chance against the Grace of God.

For this look, I have on a grey top with a studded cross in the middle (New Look) with a pair of light washed denim shorts (Primark) and under them I have on fishnets (Primark). I also have on a pair of black shoes (Primark). In the video, I also have on a black mixed media jacket with leather sleeves (Republic).
Tip: try on tights of different lengths, colors, patterns, textures and thickness.
For jewellery, I have on a golden cross ring (Republic), a ring with golden wings on (Republic) and a golden ring with a tiny black gem (Republic). For earrings, I have on a simple stud cross on one ear and on the other I have on a golden one with a long chain with mini crosses.

*My nail polish for all of these looks is a nude color with blush and lilac undertones (Essence)*
What is your favourite spring outfit?
Kisses,
Avril Vanes,

YouTube: avril vanes

Instagram: @livanessa79

Twitter: @livanessa79
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Night Lookbook Gothic Grunge Alternative

Creeping in, through the night is our excitement and mysterious horizons of mischief and rebelliousness in the darkest times of spring nights. But of course our companions in crime are our killer high heels and striking outfits!

                               
Those heels never tare or break even when it seams too great to believe that in the midst of it all, we still have our stilettos to hold us on and strong even when the night has died and the sun has come to shine. Whatever the time may be our outfits will always be our companions in these spring nights of mischief.

*For a little motion picture video on the outfits of these magical nights check my YouTube channel avril vanes: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9j7yBowNM1g

A Classic Riot: a battle that will always be won by a rebel at heart.

Here, I am wearing a black skater dress (H&M) with some ripped up tights (Primark). For shoes, I have one these black suede pointy pumps  (Marks & Spencer's limited edition) with a white ankle belt that ties in with the white wave lines on the dress.
Tip: wearing tights with heels may have some baggage or stigma attached to it. However, not always as you can see from my look, as stigma isn't always bad. So experiment and be daring once in a while and get out of your fashion comfort zone.
For jewellery, I have one this black buckle-belt choker which I DIY'ed. I'm also wearing these silver spiked up earrings (Republic) which match my silver spiked up bracelet (Republic). For rings, I have on this silver wing and a silver heart ring (Claire's).

 Illusions of A Witch : charming the woods with the wits of a witch.

In this look, I'm wearing a black top with velvet detail (Primark) with a long sleeved, fuchsia colored cardigan with lace detail at the back (Boutique). I also, have on this little tight black skirt with silver zip at the back (Boutique) with black and fuchsia striped stockings with black suspender belts which I DIY'ed. For shoes, I have on my black lace up combat boots (Primark).
Tip: Don't be afraid of wearing flats or combat boots on a night out. Sometimes the most comfortable shoes lead to the most incredible nights, that's for sure!
For jewellery, I have on this long black chained necklace with a bolt pendant with fuchsia rhinestones (Primark).

Queen of Hearts: an enchantingly deadly royal with the power to freeze any beating heart.

In this outfit, I have on a black vest (Primark) under this black lace top (Primark). I'm wearing this royal blue high-low skirt (H&M) with my black suede pointy pumps (Marks & Spencer's limited edition).
Tip: wear long chained necklaces to elongate your neck, if you have a relatively short neck. But on the contrary, if you have a long neck, wear chokers to shorten the length of your neck.
For jewellery, I have on this silver necklace with a royal blue crystal heart (Boutique) and a long chained silver necklace with royal blue gem pendent (Primark). For rings, I have on this silver heart ring (Claire's) and a silver ring with a blue stone (Primark).
What is your favourite night outfit? 
Kisses,
Avril Vanes

YouTube: avril vanes

Instagram: @livanessa79

Twitter: @livanessa79
Google+ +avril vanes