I've enjoyed a weekend at the German Market in Birmingham and a lazy day today watching Monsters University in my PJs and rustling up some paprika wedges. Pretty much a perfect weekend. These photos are from earlier this week when I wore this to go and watch the RSC cinema live link of Richard II starring David Tennant.

I had a rather lovely and calm weekend after all my recent travels around the UK. It was great to be at home, do some cooking, make all my lunches for the week ahead and spend some time with my Labrador Sookie. I didn't spend the whole weekend lounging around in my PJs though, I went to the Oxjam event in Cardiff on Sunday to see my boyfriend's band play and to see a friends set. This is what I wore:





If you've not heard of Great Plains before they are owned by the same people and French Connection and have some great basics and items in fun prints. They have stylish and casual pieces which are all very understated, well worth checking out. I have a lovely bike print skirt from them which I posted about here. 

I know, I know... ANOTHER Topshop basic dress. I just can't help myself, I've got this in two colours too. I picked this up a while ago when Topshop had discount and free delivery so it only cost me £18. It's stretchy and holds it shape really well even after loads of washes and hasn't faded. I think these dresses are a bit of a bargain and are really versatile. I've worn this on a night out with heels, a clutch and a statement necklace but I usually wear it with my biker jacket to work. The only problem with this dress is that it is a tad short. I'm about 5 ft 6 and its a bit indecent. If you are 5 ft 5 and about I suggest you get it from the tall section.

I know it's a little early but I'm really excited about going to Reading festival this year! I have already been a few times before but some of my best friends are coming this time and quite a few of my favourite bands are on the line up so I'm getting a little carried away. I'm a little skint this year so I took advantage of the fact that you can pay for your tickets in instalments and I will be looking to wear things I already have. I don't really go on holidays, I'm more of a weekend break girl so I will allow myself a few new things to take with me as a treat. Most people have two weeks in the sun right? I can have a weekend in a muddy field with a nice new bag.



I'm going to be looking for my festival essentials nice and early so I can pick things up in the sales or when there are discount codes rather than the week before when wellies and rainproof jackets are a nightmare to get hold of.



Shoes: Giesswein Wellington boots these are nice and plain, patterned ones bug me because they wont match the rest of my outfit... I left my last pair of wellies at Reading because I was too hungover and tired to carry them home so now I have to get a new pair.
Jacket & Dress: Topshop. I already own both of these and need to get more wear out of them before they get to big so these are definitely coming with  me.



Shirt: Topshop, this is great to wear on it's own and to layer up in the night when the temperature drops.
Moisturiser: Great all in one product and has spf in case we are blessed with some sun. Saves you carrying around two different products.
I always end up buying a band t-shirt from the merch stall at Reading and my favourite band The Maccabees are playing so I'm guessing I will get one of theirs. I always end up coming home with more things than I went with, there are some great Oxfam vintage goodies to find there too.



Bag: I'm on the lookout for a really nice bag to take to Reading that I can wipe clean. This Zatchels one is the perfect size for a bit of cash, lip balm and stage times. £40 is a bit expensive but these bags are handmade in the UK and are made from leather so will last for years.
T-shirt: I love everything on The Orphan's Arms shop and I hope this t-shirt makes its way to the festival with me. They sell them on ASOS so I'm holding out for a discount code.
Shorts: Denim shorts are always a must for me when it comes to festivals. You can wear them more than once and they wont get ruined in the mud. Perfect!

Are you going to any festivals this year? Got any tips for bands I should see at Reading?

P.S. selling a few bits over on ebay in sizes 16-22