Behind The Scenes of a Fashion Shoot

I was lucky enough to assist the stylist on two shoots for a fashion brand last month. The first day was for a campaign, which is all over the London underground now (exciting!) and the other was for their website. It was great fun, although manic at times, and the team (models, make-up artist, hair stylist, stylist, art director, editor, photographer, photographer's assistants - I think that's everyone!!) were great. As the stylist's assistant I was basically getting the clothes ready (unpacking, steaming etc) so the stylist could choose what she wanted to use. I then helped dress the models and did some running about getting props for the shoot (I had to run to co-op for that ice-cream she's eating). The photos look amazing - it helps that the team are all so talented and know exactly how they want it to look. 

 Here are some photos for you to see just what goes into those shots you see in magazines and adverts. 

Clothes for the shoot!

Make-up

The dog wanted a go!

Ice-cream on the job

Make-up and Hair Station

More Clothes!

Pretty Props

Still-life shoot

Accessories galore!

The finished product!

Let me know what you think!

What I Want This Week - All things yellow!

Yellow is my colour of the moment - it's bright, fun and can be teamed with so many other colours. Here are my must haves of the week.

Anthropologie, Elotes Layered Necklace, £48

Miss Selfridge, Yellow Crop Top, £25

Miss Selfridge, Yellow A Line Mid Length Skirt, £35

Get the top and skirt to make the perfect summer outfit as seen on Rosie Fortescue, Sam Faiers and Molly King. I've been trying to get my hands on it for a while now but predictably the outfit has been out of stock for a while. 

Oasis, Bird Print Skater Dress, £45

River Island, Yellow Peep Toe Platform Sandals, £55

What to Wear to a Spring/Summer Wedding - Women

Wedding season is well and truly upon us and the high-street has an abundance of beautiful wedding-appropriate dresses on offer. Here's a round-up of the best i've found - although there were so many it was hard to choose! Pastels and Florals are obviously rather prominent but i've tried to throw in a few others for a bit of variety.

Asos, Belted Bengaline Pencil Dress, £48

I love love love this dress, so simple yet so elegant and with the peplum skirt, bound to be flattering when you've eaten a bit too much wedding cake.

Joy, Louche Electra Bloom Dress, £69

Gorgeous print and a gorgeous colour makes the perfect wedding maxi

Oasis, Paris Lace Dress, £55

I adore the burgundy colour of this dress and its classic shape. This is the perfect dress for a wedding which can also be worn to so many other events.

Asos, Midi Skirt in Vintage crepe, £30

If you're a girl who loves a bit of colour this skirt is fabulous and can be teamed with some strappy sandals or pastel courts. 

Joy, Louche Tree Print Dress, £69

If you're not that into pastels or florals this stunning dress is a great piece to be a bit different from the crowd

Asos Salon, Organza Floral Prom Dress, £85

Beautiful and slightly Ted Baker-esque without the price tag.

Oasis, Lola Cowl Crepe Shift, £55

Classic silhouette with a flattering neckline. Love the simplicity of this dress, which will still make you turn heads with the gorgeous yellow.

River Island, Beige Polka Dot Midi Skirt, £28

A very cute summer skirt, which can be teamed with bright colours or pastel hues to create an adorable outfit.

Asos Vintage Floral Midi Bardot dress, £85

I love this classic, vintage inspired dress and it gives you the opportunity to put on your brightest red lipstick and some fabulous coloured heels 

Zara, Boat Neck Printed Dress, £59.99

Zara have gone and done it again and made a high-fashion looking dress without the low price tag. I love the high neckline, which gives the dress a bit of an edge.

Joy, Louche Feebee Dress, £49

I'm a big fan of bright yellow and this a really cute summer dress. I'd team it with red lips or red shoes a la Michelle Williams

Asos, Scuba Midi Skirt in Neon Floral, £40

This skirt will be the star of the show so go for a plain top and some cute pastel pink or blue heels to match so as not to be too loud!

Oasis, Victoria Lace Midi Dress, £85

Classic and elegant, this is a beautiful outfit perfect for a summer's day.

Ted Baker, Full Skirt in Rose Oil Painting Print, £129

Go for a fabulous 50s inspired look with this full, floral skirt. Team it with a cute cream top and pastel courts to finish the look. 

Asos, Blazer and Cigarette Trousers in Crepe, Blazer £45; Trousers £25

If you don't fancy a dress or skirt I love this pastel green suit as an alternative. There are plenty of printed and floral suits out there but I like the simplicity of this one - an outfit which offers effortless style.

Stripe up your life!

The sun is shining but it's not yet hot enough to go sleeveless (unless you are very brave, in which case I applaud you). The Breton Stripe top was made for weather like this and should be a staple in every woman's wardrobe. These classic tops will make your outfit effortlessly chic with minimum effort. Go on! Everyone loves a bit of Breton.

Joules, Striped Jersey Top £19.95

The Original Breton Shirt Company, Le Breton Rouge £29.95

H&M, Long-sleeved T-Shirt £12.99

MiH Jeans @ ASOS, The Breton Top £38

Jigsaw, Retro Stripe Amelie Top £35

H&M, Striped Top £12.99

And if you do fancy going sleeveless try this gorgeous little number from Topshop!

Topshop, Bonded Stripe Shell Top £40

Best of the April Sales - Topshop, Oasis and Asos

Having a wee browse through the Topshop, Oasis and Asos sales and thought i'd share with you some of my finds - admittedly some may be rather limited on sizing!

Fluffy Crop Jumper, Topshop, £15 

Marc B 'Jules' Bag @ Topshop, £49

Midi dress, Asos, £29

Pritfire Round Dunbar Sunglasses, Asos, £12

Ruffle Pants, Topshop, £2

Faux Fur Cocoon Parka, Asos, £45

Check Skater Dress, Oasis, £22

Chelsea Boot, Oasis, £30

Faux Leather Trim (Tartan!) Top, Oasis, £28

(Just for good measure!) Check Pencil Skirt, Oasis, £25

French Connection Printed Trousers @ Asos, £25