Summer's here!!! (Part 2)

Welcome back!

If you've landed here without reading part one, stop right now and check it out! (http://unicornasaurus.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/summer-here-part-1.html) I'm just going to hop right in and share some more of my summer fashion staples!

3| The jelly shoe.

   Are you having flashbacks to your early childhood? Just seeing the words "jelly" and "shoe" in the same sentence, causes me to subcontiously smell rubber. I purchased my first 'grown-up' pair of jelly shoes last summer and I've never looked back. Who says you can't wear socks and sandals? These shoes look seriously cute with a pair of girly frilly socks!

Nina jelly sandals by Juju available at topshop- £26.00 (http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/nina-jelly-sandals-by-juju-4352471)

ASOS fruity leopard jelly sandals- £10.00 (http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-FRUITY-Leopard-Jelly-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4592975)

Black jelly shoes from River Island- £15.00 (http://www.riverisland.com/women/shoes--boots/sandals/black-jelly-shoes-663546)

4| Playsuits/jumpsuits

   These are great for: traveling, beachwear, weekends and they can even be dressed up as evening wear. I love them as you don't have to worry about finding an outfit to wear, because it's effectively a whole outfit in one item.

Asos halter playsuit with crochet trim- £25.00 (http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Halter-Playsuit-with-Crochet-Trim/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5310638)

Fashion Union Stone Bell Sleeve Abstract Print Playsuit from newlook- £19.99 (http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/playsuits-and-jumpsuits/fashion-union-stone-bell-sleeve-abstract-print-playsuit_349921316)

Pinstripe Jumpsuit from Dorothy Perkins- £38.00 (http://www.dorothyperkins.com/en/dpuk/product/pinstripe-jumpsuit-4355775)

And that rounds up my summer fashion essentials to update your wardrobe- be sure to let us know which clothes will be taking centre stage in your wardrobe!

xo~Daisycorn

Summer drinks for teenagers

Ahhhh to be a teenager... Too young for the responsibilities of adulthood, yet too old for the freedom of childhood. But just because you can't legally neck a cocktail or other alcoholic summer staple, doesn't mean your taste buds will miss out! Show off these tasty concoctions to your friends and family and don't forget to send us a picture via instagram (@unicornasaususs https://instagram.com/unicornasauruss/)

1| Many A Berry (smoothie)

  I like to add oats to this one and enjoy it as a: healthy, refreshing and quick breakfast on a hot summer morning. 

Ingredients:

                 A generous dollop of yoghurt - natural, soy or Greek work well

                 Half a cup of strawberries- about a handful

                 A cup of raspberries

                 A sprinkling of blueberries- not too many as these can be gritty when blended

                 1/4 cup of blackberries- if you want to go all out ;-)

                 A splash of milk- this is for a more liquid consistency

Blend the smoothie for one minute- stopping and shaking half way. The smoothie is best when served fresh but can be kept in the fridge overnight or frozen into ice lollies.

2| Green Juice

  There are many variations on this classic, here's how I do mine:

Ingredients:

                 A cup of kale

                 Half a cucumber, chopped

                 A handful of spinach

                 Half a small carrot

                 A squeeze of lemon juice

                 Two small tomatoes

                 Water

Blend all the ingredients apart from the water. After that, pass it through a sieve and mix in the water. Enjoy with a few ice cubes.

3| Breakfast In A Bottle (smoothie)

   Great for when you're running late- these could even be made the night before.

Ingredients:

                 Half a cup of porridge oats

                 A table spoon of apple sauce

                 A chopped apple

                 A splash of milk

                 A few slices of apricot- dried or fresh

Just whizz it up and it's good to go!

4| Ye Olde Lemonade

   This is a summer essential! What more needs to be said?

Ingredients:

                 Two lemons

                 650ml water

                 85g sugar

                 A few mint leaves

                 A handful of ice

Chop the lemons. Then, along with the sugar and half of the water, whizz in a food processor. Push the mixture through a sieve into a jug, before applying: the remainder of the water, ice and mint leaves. Best fresh but can be frozen as lollies, it looks super appetising when served in jars with colourful straws.

I hope you enjoy these delicious drinks and have an amazing summer!

xo~

Summer's here!!! (Part 1)

Hiya you lovely lot! 

It's 01|06|15... THAT MEANS THAT IT'S OFFICIALLY SUMMER!! (EEEEEK) I feel like ever since we got over the winter magic, the majority of us have been waiting for this moment. In terms of weather, we're not really feeling the heat right now in Britain- but that's set to change over the upcoming weeks, so keep your ears peeled next time you're listening to your local radio station. Many schools across the globe are breaking up this month; some have already! Unfortunately I don't get let loose on the holidays until mid July, but going to a non-uniformed school, I will still be upgrading my wardrobe. Here are my summer wardrobe essentials:

1| The Midi Skirt.

   These are beautiful feminine staples for any wardrobe- they can be worn casually with a T-shirt/blouse or dressed up when combined with statement jewellery, heels and a clutch. My current favourites are :

the Floral Print  Pleated Skirt from Zara*- £39.99 (http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/skirts/view-all/floral-print-pleated-skirt-c719016p2575517.html), 

the High Waist Midi Skirt In Satin With Bow from ASOS- £50 (http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-High-Waist-Midi-Skirt-in-Satin-with-Bow/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4502750) 

and the Knee Length Skirt from H&M- £12.99 (http://www.hm.com/gb/product/84400?article=84400-B)

*I have found that sizing at Zara runs quite small so would suggest buying a size or two up.

2| The Summer Dress.

   Don't be put off by the name, these can be layered (cardigans, tights, jumpers ect.) to make them sutible for all seasons! Why not be a bit daring and go for dresses with unusual straps or bold prints?

Black Lattice Neck Skater Dress from newlook- now £8.00 (http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/dresses/black-lattice-neck-skater-dress-_335910401)

The Ayarisa Contrast Bind & Zip Detail Dress from stylistpick- £19 (https://www.stylistpick.com/ayarisa/dresses/contrast-bind-and-zip-detail-dress-34485)

Seasalt Rosina Dress, Manderley Stripe Multi from John Lewis- £65.00 (http://www.johnlewis.com/seasalt-rosina-dress-manderley-stripe-multi/p2016167)

That's all for now but watch out for part two!

xo~ Daisycorn