What Can You Buy In Turkey?

This summer, I went on a two week holiday to Turkey. As well it being extremely hot  (which I love) there were rows and rows and rows of market stalls selling everything you could ever wish for at unbelievable prices: hats, bags, jewellery, decorations, shoes, clothes, scarves, ceramics, herbs. Everything. I honestly wish I had saved all the money I had previously spent on holiday clothes and just taken it to Turkey to spend it all there. With the money I did I have, I purchased a few bits and bobs and I thought I would share!

1. Silver Turquoise Stone Ring

I have wanted a turquoise stone ring for the summer but unfortunately, never found any pretty ones in the shops! This one is perfect and stone is great size to get noticed but not too big. As well as this, every single ring on the market stall was home made and unique, so there is something very special about knowing that no one else in the world has this ring!

 2. Embroidered Turquoise Purse

This was only 1 euro and such a beautiful pattern. My terrible IPhone camera does not do it justice. I thought I could use it to store bobby pins and hair bands in my bag so I could stop losing them! 

3. Ralph Lauren Bowler Bag

Brought this back hoping it would motivate me to go to the gym. If you have read my last post, you will know that it actually has! I choose a bright colour to add a little excitement to my wardrobe and though the quality isn't amazing, it was only 10 euros so I am not complaining!

 4. Michael Kors Bag

When I left for Turkey, my main aim of the holiday was to come home with a designer bag (and an amazing tan obviously). It took me the whole two weeks to decide which bag to get as there were so many amazing ones! I searched through every single bag shop and stall to find the perfect one. There were real leather Prada, Celine and Mulberry bags available which were definitely to my liking but they were a lot more pricey so I decided to go for a Michael Kors classic. Not real leather but it certainly looks authentic from a far and it goes perfectly with my style. 

5. Longchamp Bag

I brought this bag as soon as I saw it because I thought it would be perfect for college. My friend has a green one and it fits all her books and folders in it perfectly. As well as it being the perfect size, it was only 5 euros. Who could say no to that?

6. Burberry London Scarf

This is my favourite purchase from my whole holiday! I got a tartan scarf for Christmas which I ended up wearing for quite a lot of winter but it was very small. This one is massive - you can pull it apart to be the size of picnic rug! I love it and can't wait to wear it everyday of winter.

Small Summer Boohoo Haul

I visited Turkey a few months ago (sorry this is a very delayed post) and while I was "mentally packing" (deciding what to wear in my head) I realised I was lacking sunglasses, shoes and jewellery. So, I did as any girl would do - opened my laptop with a cup of tea and spent 10 hours internet shopping. A few weeks ago my parcel arrived, and though the shoes I returned, I am happy to say I love the rest of it. 

Gemma Cat Eye Sunglasses - Black 

I love these sunglasses. When they first arrived, I was a bit taken aback because the frames were much bigger than expected. Nonetheless, I wore them out anyway and all I  received was compliments. As they are black, they go with pretty much any outfit you put on which is wonderful if you are as OCD as I am and often waste time choosing an outfit that matches your sunglasses. I am sure I will be wearing them non-stop over my holiday: at the beach, walking around and in the evening - they can be dressed up or down. They have a black tint to them so really block out the bright, shining sun during the day. I love this as often the tint in sunglasses can be very weak and don't really do much um, sun blocking?!

Elle Round Frame Tortoiseshell Sunglasses

I ended up buying two pairs of sunglasses... wasn't really needed but they were so cheap I could not resist. This pair are just as brilliant as the last. They have a brown tint to them so don't block out the sun as much but still work well. I love these glasses as they feel tighter, stronger and more stable than the other pair. So they don't feel as though they will slip of my head and break! The tortoiseshell design is a simple classic and I have always loved it. 

Elvie Snake Arm Cuff

I have wanted an arm cuff for as long as I could remember but have never braved to buy one as I convinced myself it would make my arm look large or just look stupid. As I am trying not to care what people think this summer, I decided to purchase one. This one was cheap and simple; just what I wanted. The size can easily be adjusted to wear anywhere on your arm and it looks wonderful with anything sleeveless. So far, I can not fault it but as it was cheap, I am sure over time the colour will begin to fade but we will just have to wait and see!

Jessica Mock Croc Slip On Flats

I wanted to include these slip on shoes in this post as I did purchase them. However, I will be sending them back. It isn't that they were ugly, uncomfortable or unsupportive (though I didn't really wear them enough to judge for this) but they were miles too big! I ordered my usual size and pair that arrived looked like the green giants shoe size. I honestly wish they had fit as I love the design and they would have been perfect for holiday. I may reorder them in my size but I think a similar pair have just come out at topshop so I may have to pop down there instead. It's always sad when something you loved doesn't fit. 

I have done a lot more online shopping since these products arrived so I will be making a post about that. However, I have brought so much stuff (oops) it's proving difficult to take photos and review every product. I may have to attempt another youtube video. 

Susie Roo xo

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What's In My Gym Bag?

As much as exercising appeals to me, I think that the best part of the gym is the lovely gym bag and all the stuff in it that you feel the need to purchase. Don't get me wrong, sweating and losing breath on a cross trainer is enjoyable but what's more fun, is the interesting, snazzy cosmetics you have spent extra money on to wash yourself with after. Am I the only person that thinks this?

So, what's in my gym bag?

Polo Ralph Lauren Bag - I purchased this in Turkey this summer so it is most definitely a knock-off but who else knows that? It's a bowler shaped bag which is perfect for the gym as it can hold a lot of stuff. I chose a bright colour as I usually wear black to the gym so I thought it would add a little excitement to my outfit (not that going to the gym is a fashion show or anything). It also has a large strap which is perfect for throwing it over your shoulder when your arms ache after all your weight lifting... ha ha ha

Water Bottle - Usually, I just take any water bottle that I can find in my house. I am not picky as long as it doesn't leak and I don't have to remove the lid to drink it (those sorts of lids can be a pain when running on a treadmill). 

Cath Kidston Purse - Not always necessary but usually it has my gym card and locker key in it, so it is easier to take the whole thing!

Gym Clothes - Obviously. Would be a little bit lost without them!

Adidas Swimming Costume, Hat and Goggles - I always go in the swimming pool to do a few lengths after the gym to cool down or I go in the jacuzzi/sauna so a swimming costume is a must. I usually keep these items in a separate plastic bag so that when I have used them, they don't get everything else in my bag wet. 

Headphones - Can't do anything without Two Door Cinema, Macklemore or Bastille blasting into your ears. 

Wash Bag - As I said, the best part of the gym is the cleaning yourself afterwards with lots of lovely goodies. My wash bag is just a cheap Tesco one as I take it in the shower so more likely than not, it will get wet and ruined. 

So, what's in my wash bag?

Hair Brush - I would prefer to have a tangle teezer as they are smaller and can fit into a wash bag much more easily. However, I haven't found the courage to spend £12 on a plastic brush when I can buy one from Primark for a £1. Does everyone think they are really worth it?

Sure Deodorant - Always required.  

Impulse Very Pink Body Spray - I buy the cheaper, canned body sprays for after the gym as perfumes are so expensive and I go through them so quickly. The bodies sprays aren't brilliant as I can rarely smell them on me after half an hour of wearing them but I usually top up with perfume later on in the day.   

TRESemme Freeze Hold Hairspray - I rarely use this unless I am going out somewhere immediately afterwards but I like to carry it just in case!

Aussie Miracle Moist Shampoo - The best shampoo. Smells lovely and makes my hair feel so smooth. 

Johnson's Baby Oil - This oil makes your skin so smooth. I find it the perfect alternative to moisturiser in the gym as it is so much quicker. You just cover yourself in it (minus your face) after the shower and dry yourself as usual. It leaves your skin feeling soft and silky. 

Simple Eye Make Up Remover - In case I forgot to take my make up off before the gym. The simple eye make up remover is great; it does its job and it isn't expensive. 

Simple Cleansing Wipes - I love the feeling of cleansing my face with wipes after a shower; it just makes your face feel so much more clean and fresh. I know make up wipes are "bad" but I don't scrub my eyes with them, I just give my face a wipe over. 

Hair Bobbles and Hair Clips - To tie your hair up during or after the gym. I usually take a larger hair clip for after the shower, this is for when I want to pull my hair off my face while it is wet and drying. 

- Susie Roo

A Weekend Of Outfits

As it is summer and it is warm, I am trying to wear outfits a little more interesting - no black jeans and no black coats. I find that summer is the perfect time to wear more exciting clothes as you usually go out with close friends or family who do not judge you... there aren't 1000's of college students watching and judging your outfit choice. 

Even though these outfits aren't extremely interesting or unique they are a little out of my comfort zone as I usually wouldn't touch a dress or a skirt with a 10ft pole for a day outfit. 

Friday

What I Am Wearing:

Top - Topshop

Belt - Newlook

Shorts - Vintage Levi 501

Shoes - Vans

Despite what I just wrote, this outfit is very "in my comfort zone" - a basic black tee and high waisted shorts. They are my favourite Levi shorts which I purchased of Ebay a few years ago and I have yet to find a fault with me. If you don't own a pair of Levi shorts, I emphasise that you go out and buy some as soon as possible! They are so comfortable, look brilliant and go with everything.   

Saturday

What I Am Wearing:

Dress - Urban Outfitters

Bag - Michael Kors

Shoes - Vans

When I brought this dress a few years ago, it was very much a "omg it's in the sale so I HAVE to buy it" purchase. It was reduced from £95 down to £15 or something mad like that so as any sane person would do, I found my size and sprinted to the check out. I have never had the courage to wear it because I was convinced it made me look like a grandma. However, since I had a tan and felt like wearing a dress, I thought why not?! 

Sunday

What I Am Wearing:

Skirt - Miss Selfridge

Top - Topshop

Every year, I go a little mad buying Topshop crop tops for my holiday but have never found the courage to wear them in England. I decided it was about time I wore one and I paired it with my favourite Miss Selfridge skirt - the most comfortable skirt I have every owned. I wore shorts underneath as well as you can never be too careful with the wind!

- Susie Roo