Crazy about Cagecity!

I've recently found out about the gem that is Cagecity. The styling and photography throughout is top notch. On the website they showcase their great brands Eviltwin, Minkpink, Stylestalker and Finders Keepers. Finders Keepers founded in 2009 and is loved all over New Zealand, Australia and now the UK. If your looking for items with sexy cut outs, mesh details and out there pattern be sure to check out Finders Keepers. Stylestalker was founded in 2008 by fashion lovers Sue-Ann San and Rachel Zeilic. The brand creates simple yet effective pieces easily with cut out details and block colours. Brought to life in 2005, Minkpink  is an Australian brand known for its vintage inspired pieces with some modern twists. Eviltwin is the sister brand of Minkpink the collection is inspired by grunge and punk. This can be seen throughout with faded colours, tie dye looking materials & studded details. But, don't forget to check out the selection of clothes on Handmade and Vintage. Handmade are created by up aspiring designers and are one off exclusives. 

Here are just a few of my favourites off the website;

The printed feather neckline adds lovely detail to the simple black and white t shirt - Handmade: £26 // These black studded shorts will go with anything (even as part of an evening outfit teamed with heels and a nice shirt - Eviltwin: £65 // I'm love with this paisley print shirt which put with a black skater skirt or denim shorts would be perfect! - Minkpink: £40

The cut outs at the waist of this dress add some lovely, delicate detail whilst showing a cheeky bit of skin, great for nights out! - Finders Keepers: £85 // The bold black and silver pattern is sure to get you lots of attention - Stylestalker: £95 // I need this denim pinafore dress it would definitely go with my scalloped shirt or even my spotted blouse. I also love the idea of teaming it with a pair of Doc Martens! Oh and not to forget it's a great price too - Clothes: £22

I can't wait to see more from Cagecity and it's brands. I need to get a weekend job so I can buy, buy, buy.

I'm back!

      Rose plant in my grandmas room || my amazing pretty face || I love how trees look in photographs || Hard Day's Night on original vinyl || 60's screen prints || my beautiful bedding  

Sorry, I haven't posted in a while, I've been busy with my final major art project and sorting out Uni stuff.

Festival fashion

cotton circle broderie shell top-Topshop-£28 / petite bleach hot pants-Topshop-£28 / perforated leather backpack-Topshop-£75 / Pink Floyd jersey dress-H&M-£15 / MOTO bleach long leg dungarees-Topshop-£55 / ink jet stripe crop top-Topshop-£16 / clean biker jacket-Topshop-£55 / eyelash metal arm sunglasses-Topshop-£18

Unfortunately, I'm not going to any festivals this summer due to lack of funds but, if I was I'd wear things like the products above. 

I'd wear the yellow broderie top with the bleach hot pants and knee high socks so my wellies don't rub. I really like the outfit as it looks quite sixties like. I think the dungarees would look great with the stripey crop top keeping it laid back, footwear wise I'd wear converses (only if it's not muddy, which chances are it will be). The leather back pack is very pricey but, I'm just showing it as an example, something like this would be perfect as it looks good and will fit everything you need for a day full of festival frolics. The Pink Floyd jersey dress is great to just quickly sling on and rush out of your tent in, obviously with your wellies. Finally, the sunglasses are great for making a statement.

What are your favourite festival styles?

Trying to get into blogger so any advice from people reading this would be very helpful. Any advice as to how to get my blog seen more, how to get followers and how to create more interest in what I'm post.
thanks
Katie
xx

Artist's plectrum masterpiece

Ed Chapman who's a Manchester based artist specialises in mosaics. The Jimi Hendrix mosaic portrait was created for guitar firm Fender. It will be shown  The mosaic is made up of 4,000 multi coloured guitar picks. The piece was created to celebrate him as great musician and the launch of a new album of the late singer’s unreleased material.
Ed isn't one to shy away from using unusual materials in his artwork after previously using coins, glass, sugar cubes and even mobile phones.
http://www.edchapman-mosaics.co.uk/

5 minute chocolate cake in a mug

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Makes: 1 mug-sized cake

Ingredients

3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp sugar
1 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 sachet (2 tsp) vanilla sugar (see note)
1 egg
3 tbsp milk
3 tbsp sunflower oilIf you wish:3 tbsp chocolate chips or grated chocolateSugar syrup, appelstroop (Dutch apple syrup), golden syrup, a dash of liqueur, or vanilla ice cream

Preparation

1. Mix the dry ingredients in the coffee mug. Add the egg and whisk with a fork. Add the milk and oil and whisk some more.

Then stir in the chocolate chips or raisins, if desired.

2. Place the mug in the microwave and “bake” the batter for 3 minutes on high. The cake will rise above the rim of the mug, but that’s fine! Let it cool for a bit. *

3. If you wish, add any syrup, a dash of liqueur, or serve with vanilla ice cream.

Note: If you don’t have vanilla sugar, use 2 teaspoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

* If you don't have a micro wave or would just prefer to use an oven instead use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour and bake at 350°F (180°C) in a greased oven-proof cup for about 20 minutes.