Scarf: Glen Isla, similar here | Jeans: J Brand | Boots: Rag & Bone | Sweater: Caroll, Paris- similar style here | Bag: Botkier (on sale!) | Belt: Hermes | Eyes: Chanel, Les 4 Ombres 214 Tissé Mademoiselle | Lips: NARS, Bette 

Food, books, new and vintage fashions, antiques and ~ more~ food: what’s not to love about London’s Portobello Market?  My boyfriend and I had such a great time walking up Portobello Road trying snacks like Belgian waffles and Italian bruschetta while popping into cute boutiques and stopping by antique street stands.  It was the perfect way to spend my last day.  I probably didn’t need to be packing my already overweight bag with more souvenirs and goodies, but in a place like this the bargaining is addicting and the line “where else am I going to find something like this?” keep urging me to pull out my wallet (yikes…).  I found the most amazing vintage fashion store, Goldsmith Vintage, where I found a unique, vintage (and affordable) leather evening bag and sunglasses.  Definitely a must try if you’re ever in the area!

Chin up- Monday’s already half-way over!

xo,

Christie

Jacket: Tommy Hilfiger, similar style by Mango | Sweater: Only Mine- sold out, similar style here by Pull & Bear, here by Acne, and here by Burberry | Jeans: J Brand | Leather Sleeves: Marissa Webb | Booties: Prada, sold out new wedge style here | Bag: Botkier (on sale!) | Lips: Chanel Rouge Allure Extrait De Gloss 61 Fatale 

Sorry if these links are in pounds! If you need help finding anything in the US let me know.

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Happy Friday! It’s crazy to think that the trip is already coming to a close.  I’ve had such a great time getting to re-see Oxford and Paris as well as getting to know London.  I, of course, had to do some of the touristy things, but I most enjoyed going to local markets and hole-in-the-wall restaurants.  This weekend I’ll be going to the Portobello Market and trying out the restaurant Dans Le Noir (a restaurant in the pitch black that emulates what it’s like to eat in a restaurant as a blind individual- slightly nerve racking, but definitely eye opening and worth the experience!).

 Having layers and jackets have been key this trip, but even more so- boots!  Looking back, I should have packed more boots and weather resistant shoes, but I would have been seriously bummed if I didn’t have my Prada and Rag & Bones to brace London’s 50 shades of grey.

Have a fabulous weekend!

xo,

Christie

Jacket: Zara, sold out, try this Express or Ted Baker jacket | Hat: J. Crew | Leggings: Theory, sold out- similar style here by Theory (black) and here by Mango (navy)  | Shoes: Keds | Shirt: Lucky | Bag: Botkier (on sale!) | Lips: Bette by NARS | Nails: 601 Mysterious by Chanel

Sorry if these links are in pounds! If you need help finding anything in the US let me know.

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This is only my second time in London and the first time I visited I was only here for a few hours.  I’ve been trying to see every aspect of the city and so far I’m loving every little bit!  Because I’ve been running around doing so many things I naturally start to forget.  I’ve decided to keep up on my travel journal (that I started when I was only 8… my spelling back then- oh god!).  I’ve spent a lot of time catching up on my daily write-up entries in cute little cafés (like Benugo) and while my boyfriend is in classes.  Even though it’s sometimes annoying to keep up on daily entries, I think it’s worth it because in a few years I can look back on this trip and remember all of the places I went, people I met, and memories I made.  

Enjoy the rest of your week

xo,

Christie

Coat: Eli Tahari through Amazon Style | Sweater: Chanel (vintage) | Leather Leggings: Vince (slightly darker shade) | Bag: Botkier (on sale!) | Shoes: Chanel

Three years ago I studied abroad at Oxford University and had the most amazing experience!  While in London, I took a day to revisit all of my favorite spots in Oxford with my boyfriend.  While studying at Oxford, I took a class on the literature of the city.  The settings of Alice in Wonderland, The Golden Compass and The Lord of the Rings were all based off of the city of Oxford and all of the authors graduated from the University.  After taking that class I’ll always think of Oxford as the city where stories begin…

 The character expressed through the architecture was reason alone to fall in love with this unique place.

  I hope you guys enjoy this video — let me know what you think!