Back to School Lookbook Grunge Pastel Goth Alternative

We slowly say goodbye to the sunshine and prepare our minds for our return to a place many of us may deem or perceive as ''Hell''. However, we must persevere and cool down that fire with some dark colors and pastels of our shields, tis but our second skin. Ohh yes off-course, I'm talking about nothing else other than our outfits! Now now, if you want to see these outfits in motion, then you know what to do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyUwI07bqQQ

Milady: Take another look around for the imposters that're around, cause maybe milady you're one of them in the end.

For this look, I wore a dark purple top (Magilla) which I DIY'ed and I paired it with a lace purple circle skirt (Primark). I also wore a pair of thin black tights (Primark) and for shoes I went with black ballerina flats (Primark).

Tip: Why not try and set a color scheme for each week of school? It can help you narrow down the clothing items, as well as making it easier for you to pair clothing items together.

For jewellery, I had on silver spiked up earrings (Republic), a bracelet with purple skulls (International), a black beaded bracelet with a silver cross (Republic) and a bunch of silver beaded bracelets (Primark).

Battle Knocks: You can build an armour with your army of spite but you can't tear down that longing for, to which we fight.

For this outfit, I wore a purple top (Primark) and on top of it is a lace purple top (Primark) which I paired with some skinny purple jeans (Primark) that I have distressed and DIY'ed. For shoes, I wore my black ballerina flats (Primark).
Tip: A one color outfit ensemble can look great, so why not have a go?!
For jewellery, I wore a dark purple velvet chocker with a silver safety pin pendent which I DIY'ed. I also had on bracelet with purple skulls (International) and a black beaded bracelet with a silver cross (Republic).

Perfectly Executed: Heads bow down. Slice & Splash!

Here, I wore a teal sheer shirt (Primark) with a white vest under it (Primark). I wore denim shorts (Primark) and a pair of ripped fishnet tights (Primark) which I DIY'ed with some silver safety pins. For shoes I wore my black ballerina flats (Primark).
Tip: Mixing two styles together can produce a perfect contradictory outfit, just like what I did here with the preppy shirt and the grunge denim shorts and tights.
For jewellery, on my left hand, I wore a silver wing ring (Claire's), an owl silver ring (Claire's), a skull ring (Primark) which I DIY'ed and a silver ring with a big crystal (Primark). On my right hand, I had a silver leaf ring (Primark), a silver key ring (Claire's), a silver ring with a small turquoise stone (Primark) and a silver ear-cuff with a needle pendent as a mid finger ring (Primark).

Separate Spirit: There is No End After Death. This Ghost is After ... Your Smile.

For this look, I wore a lilac top with a V-neckline (Primark) and a pastel blue circle skirt (Primark) to which I added a lilac lace trim as a belt. For shoes, I had on a pair of grey ballerina flats (Primark).

Tip: sometimes less is more, so instead of reaching for a pattern try and go for pastels as they are ever so trendy. You can make-up a pastel outfit which would be perfect to showcase your statement pieces of jewellery, like what I did here with the spiked up bracelet for example.

For jewellery, I had on a bracelet with purple skulls (International) and a silver spiked up bracelet (Republic).

What's your favourite look for school? Will you start the school year off with pastels like moi?

Farewell,

Avril Vanes

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Instagram: @livanessa79

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Grunge Gothic Alternative OOTW

Fashionably late, always on point, surprisingly glamorous and never forgettable. These are the factors that make up these outfits that I present to you today, so enjoy! Ohh and if you want to see my outfits in motion click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kop2I5-SdEg

Garden of Eden and its Phantom: Golden skulls and bones are our harvest, so what's yours?.

In this look, I have on a black top with golden skulls (Boutique), a black belt with golden studs (Primark) and a black tight mini skirt (Primark). I also wore a pair of thin black tights (Primark) and a pair of black ballerina flats (Primark).

Tip: Just because it's the summer time does not mean that you cannot wear tights in the warm weather. For example, a simple pair of thin black tights like mine in this outfit can add a dash of class to the outfit.

For jewellery, I have on a golden belt (Primark) as a form of harness/necklace and a bracelet with golden studs and black roses (Republic).

In The Spirit of Love: Fallen but never forgotten, as the purpose will never change as destiny and fate will reunite again.

Here, I'm wearing a black shirt with studs (Primark), a black tight mini skirt (H&M), a pair of thin black tights (Primark) and a pair of black ballerina shoes with laser cut-outs (Primark).

Tip: An ankle bracelet is a great jewellery piece especially for the summer time. It is also a great way of spicing up your bikini outfit this summer holiday.

For jewellery, I have on golden spiked earrings (Republic), a bracelet with a silver wing pendant (Primark), a matching silver wing ring (Claire's) and a golden wings ring (Republic). I also have on an arrow ankle bracelet (Primark).

Gold is Rose: Making rose gold the new nude.

Here, I'm wearing a nude colored jumpsuit (Primark). The black lace on this jumpsuit makes it versatile as it can be worn during the day or night time. For shoes, I am wearing leopard print ballerina flats (Next) with a black bow.

Tip: Do not shy away from darker colored clothing items in the summer time, as long as the material is lightweight and breathable then there is no fear behind your choice.

For jewellery, I have on my dearly beloved black lace chocker which I DIY'ed, a gold rose necklace with a crystal pendant (Debenhams) and a pair of gold rose cross earnings (Republic).

Ruggedly pleasant: Tough is the exterior but love is the interior, forever and always.

For this look, I wore a black top (H&M) a denim jacket (H&M) and a pair of bleached jeans (Oxygen). For shoes, I put on a pair of black leather combat boots (Primark).
Tip: wearing denim on denim can form a great look if done correctly. For example by selecting the same shade or completely different shades of denim.
For jewellery, I wore a black buckle chocker which I DIY'ed and a black beaded bracelet with a silver cross (Republic).

Which look is your favourite?

Kisses,

Avril Vanes

YouTube: avril vanes

Instagram: @livanessa79

Twitter: @livanessa79
Google+ +avril vanes 

Summer Night Lookbook Gothic Grunge Alternative

Summer nights, city lights, lo

ud laughs, booming sounds and dancing crowds. These nights are unforgettably eventful but off-course with such nights glamours and memorable outfits are needed and that's where I come. So here are some outfits to inspire you when picking out an outfit for the night! If you want to see those looks in motion click on the video, what are you waiting for?!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0viT8ABH0z4

Reminiscing The 20's: 1920's cameo embodied in fringe in an oh so modern twist of a look.

In this look, I am wearing a black vest top (Primark) and on top of it is a bright pink floral lace top (Primark). I have on a mini tight black skirt (Boutique)  which I DIY'ed. The silver safety pins give the look a tougher look and the black fringe is a blast from the 20's, off-course. For shoes, I have on black ballerina flats (Primark).
Tip: Do not be afraid to re-purpose jewellery like what I did here with two ear cuffs that I wore as mid finger rings.
For jewellery, I'm wearing a black lace chocker with an oversized silver safety pin which I DIY'ed. The chocker ties in with the skirt as they both have silver safety pins. I also have on a silver ring which is shaped and carved as a native american man's head (Republic). I also have on two silver ear cuffs but as rings one that has leaf attached to it and the other a needle (Primark).

Secret Thief: lace is the choice of camouflage.

For this look, I wore a black lace crop top (Primark) and under it is a peachy-nude vest (Primark). I also put on a black lace piece as a belt around my waist. The skirt is flowy and matches the nude color of the vest and it has beautiful black lace on top (Primark). I also wore a pair of fingerless black lace gloves (Claire's), thin black tights (Primark) and black ballerina flats (primark).

Tip: When picking out a nude clothing piece, make sure that it matches your skin tone. Do this by holding the piece against your skin, so your wrist for example.

For jewellery, I kept it simple and minimal as the floral black lace throughout the outfit is very overpowering visually. So, I had on a black lace chocker that I DIY'ed which ties in with the look and a pair of statement gold earnings (Sports Direct, I think?).

Elegance is the Mystery: what does it take to solve this puzzle and determine what she holds that has the allure of elegance.

Here, I wore a royal blue lace dress (Primark) which I DIY'ed by cutting some of the blue underlining fabric so that only the lace would show half way through my thighs and knees. For shoes, I went for a classic black pointy pump (M&S).

Tip: If you are short do not wear shoes with belts around your ankles as that cuts your legs and makes you appear shorter.

 For jewellery, I wore a silver spiked up necklace (Boutique) and a pair of silver spiked earrings (Republic).

Fierce Fire: Fire is cooler than you think

For this outfit, I wore a red-orange lace crop top (Primark) to which I added the silver pins. I put on a thick black belt which ties at the back to form a cute bow and wore a black skirt (Thrifted). For shoes I wore black strapy heels cause its summer time (New Look).
Tip: Go for a nude nail polish that matches your skin tone this summer. Why? Because nude is one of the hottest trends and it is a neutral; so it goes with any outfit you wear. Thereby, you would get rid of the hassle that it is changing your nail polish to match your clothes.
For jewellery, I wore silver spiked necklace (Boutique) a silver spiked bracelet (Republic) and a pair of silver earrings with black stones that have a red undertone to them (New Look).
Which night outfit is your favourite?

Kisses,
Avril Vanes

YouTube: avril vanes

Instagram: @livanessa79

Twitter: @livanessa79
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Summer Lookbook Bohemian Pastel-Goth Alternative fashion inspired

Summer is upon us so lets celebrate the warmth of the sunshine and the sting of the after burn with a stylish start to this season. So here are some oh so very bright looks that'll definitely catch the eye of everyone around, so put your sunglasses on cause you're about to witness a hell of a sight. If you want to see how these outfits flow and sway in motion then click the link for the video on my YouTube channel avril vanes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaaiWJ5zutw

Garden of Thorns: taking a risk to be surrounded by pretty roses even if it means getting pricked by their viciously sharp thorns. It's a beautifully piercing experience.

In this outfit, I'm wearing a short floral dress with cut-outs (Primark) and under it I have on a blue lace top (Primark) which ties in with the colors of the flowers on the dress. For Shoes I have on blue ballerina flats (Primark) which is also the color of some flowers on the dress.
Tip: If you are wearing a bold dress with screaming colors and/or patterns then go for solid metallic jewellery that is either gold, silver or gold-rose.
For jewellery, I have on a silver spiked  necklace (Boutique) and a matching silver spiked bracelet (Republic). For rings, I'm wearing on one hand: a silver wing ring (Claire's), a silver ring with a green gem (Boutique) and an owl silver ring (Claire's). On the other hand, I have a silver leaf ring (Primark) and I'm wearing a silver ear cuff   (Primark) as a ring with a leaf hanging from it as a mid-finger-ring.

Floral Royal: the queen of hearts is sweeter than you think!

In this look, I'm wearing a coral-raspberry floral lace top (Boutique) and under it is a lilac crop top (Republic). I've got on a purple lace skirt (Primark) and for shoes I have on a pair of black ballerina flats (Primark) with laser cut-outs and rhinestones that reflect the color of the lace top.

Tip: when in doubt go for a black shoe as you can never go wrong with a neutral color like black.

For jewellery, I have on a red-purple chocker with a heart pendant which I DIY'ed. I also have on a flower crown that I DIY'ed and a pair of purple crystal earrings (Debenhams).

Greek Goddess: immortality is a belief that only a few can make it real.

For this look, I wore a flowy white top with splashes of baby blue and hints of lilac (Boutique) which I dyed and the top has a beautiful lace trim. I also wore a creamy-grey lace skirt (H&M) and a pair of blue ballerina flats (Primark).
Tip: dyeing your stained clothes is a great way of reviving them and giving them a  new life.
For jewellery, I wore a silver cuff with a cross cut-out (Republic), a bunch of silver beaded bracelets (Primark) and a silver bracelet with pastel blue beads. I also wore a silver necklace with silver coins (Primark) and silver earrings (Primark).

Classically Trendy: simplicity is complicated and being trendy is always dated.

In this look, I wore a white and navy blue striped top with a heart-neckline (Primark) and a matching skirt with wider stripes and large silver buttons at the front of the skirt (Republic). I also wore a grey and navy blue striped wide rim summer hat and a pair of blue ballerina flats.
Tip: wearing a summer hat with a large rim is not just a great accessory but a beneficial way of protecting yourself from the sun harmful rays as well as making it easier for you to see.
For jewellery, I kept it simple due to the bold stripes pattern all across this look, with a striped chocker with silver safety pins as a pendant which I DIY'ed.
            
What's your favourite summer outfit?

Kisses,
Avril Vanes

YouTube: avril vanes

Instagram: @livanessa79

Twitter: @livanessa79
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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
Google+ +avril vanes 

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