tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19194323803496580742024-02-06T19:55:28.852-08:00Iced_gemmsiced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-84388926226435516682015-01-06T11:07:00.000-08:002015-01-06T11:10:23.440-08:00Back to normal<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0cm;">
<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">It's over...Don't you just hate that 'Christmas is over feeling'?
I hope you all had a fab time, rocking wonderful Christmas jumpers and
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">I was lucky enough to go to Iceland (the
place, not the supermarket!) the week before, and I had no idea of what to
expect, however, I am a convert! I fell in love with the place. The culture,
the people, the amazing scenery. However, I was gutted that we missed the
northern lights by one day! The weather was too bad to spot them whilst we were
there. But even not seeing them (or an Orca whale) I still adored the place.
Location for this Christmas sorted. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">However, it is now back to normal.
Finishing off my dissertation, creating a final major project, planning for the
rest of my life... What's there to be scared of right? I feel this post has
been a life rant, apologies. However I must leave you with a few wonderful pics
from Iceland (including me in my Reindeer hat, a winter wardrobe must)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-79673824788368739742014-11-24T08:02:00.000-08:002014-11-24T08:02:56.157-08:00It's that time...Hello,<br />
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Although it may be slightly early to say it...I am in the Christmas spirit! After another glorious trip to Oxford street with my mum, I was immersed in bright lights, festive windows, smiling faces and pure Christmas 'ness'. The lights as usual were bright and beautiful, but it really was the Departments store windows that excited me.<br />
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Selfridges did not disappoint. With a modern take on fables and fairy tales, nothing was too extravagant. Neon birds nests, a giant golden goose and Rapunzel with multi-coloured hair. These windows really had a story to tell and it was a pleasure to stand and read the captions under each window. In a street that is usually bustling with people pushing and shoving, outside Selfridges was like being transported into a book. People stood and stared, mesmerized by the pure creativity.<br />
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As well as Selfridges, M&S really pushed the boat out. I am a lover of their fairies advert, and the store window continued this concept. The use of electronic screens created a three dimensional effect, with a fairy ready for takeoff, a sense of amusement was created. And I cant forget the cute mini fairies along side the full sized mannequins...So cute!<br />
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John Lewis cannot be forgotten. After the success of their heartwarming Monty the penguin advert, this was carried on in their windows. Think penguins taking on human roles. There was: The cooking penguin, the group of penguins in a hurry wearing satchels, The naughty penguin with knickers on its head and also the penguins partying with the very well dressed humans!<br />
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From looking at all of these displays, It is clear that consistency and storytelling are key... Everyone loves to be taken back to their youth! If any of you have time, definitely get down to London!<br />
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Hope you are all well, Gemma xx<br />
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As you all probably know by now I love a good window
display. There is just something so magical about the story they tell, the
emotions they bring out and the excitement that they create. After university I
would adore to work within this industry and help to tell some of these
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for Window displays and brightens up the highstreet. As well as this, I feel Next never disappoint.
Their cosy, glamorous winter feel really makes the garments pop. I hope you all enjoy my snaps as much as I do!</div>
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-5688814017721749892014-10-10T11:15:00.001-07:002014-10-10T11:15:55.449-07:00Winter is coming<div class="MsoNormal">
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Knitwear. A look seen all over NYFW and the first thing that
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Tell me if you like this trend, and like me adore to be
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-5311477584286382402014-05-13T07:25:00.001-07:002014-10-10T11:00:37.511-07:00My day in the City<div class="MsoNormal">
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So sorry that I haven't written on here for quite a while, Uni work
seems to have got the better of me. But it’s ok... Summer is here! All my work
has been lovingly handed in and it is time to relax! I must say it has been a
stressful few weeks of deadlines, but hey! What’s a bit of stress between
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I have started to plan my dissertation for next year and
must say I did have a slight hidden agenda! I have chosen a topic about
innovations within retail, this means only one thing...shopping! (All for
research purposes obviously). I have begun my research through visiting the
wonderful Oxford Street. I must say, the stores were not short of a spot of
technology. I was quite shocked with the
sheer amount of videos playing in windows, huge screens in store and tablets
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<br />iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-69180868879015996302014-04-03T05:46:00.004-07:002014-10-10T10:58:58.766-07:00Vintage heaven<div class="MsoNormal">
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packed with vintage goodies on separate independent stalls. From home
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-86369216427198187002014-03-21T11:56:00.004-07:002014-10-10T10:56:42.931-07:00Funny face<div class="MsoNormal">
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have a relaxing evening in with the film. It never disappoints. The glitz and
the glam, the feminism and the pure elegance of Hepburn, it is a beautiful era.
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-22176476141079670322014-03-12T11:10:00.000-07:002014-10-10T10:53:51.808-07:00A blooming marvellous day<div class="MsoNormal">
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the winter coat and hello to the pastel blazer. I am a girl who just craves the
sun, the instant it came out I was overly happy. Doesn’t everything just seem
so much better when it is sunny? I forgot about my up and coming presentation
and deadlines, instead I made the trip to Winchester. Here I visited local
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must say it is stunning. We headed down on Saturday as it was international women’s
day and Karen (shop owner) was running a lovely little event... and bucks fizz
was involved! If anyone is in Winchester
they must visit! Their website is <a href="http://www.stardustyears.com/"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">http://www.stardustyears.com/</span></a>.
They Providing </span><span style="background: #F7F4ED;">Ladies’ Vintage Fashion specialising in original
clothing, accessories, shoes, jewellery and gifts from the 1890s to the 1990s,
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-87250942688861985432014-03-07T10:37:00.001-08:002014-10-10T11:03:42.769-07:00Dash of darling<div class="MsoNormal">
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The dress however is extremely similar to those shown in the
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-80941634320050255892014-02-26T07:24:00.001-08:002014-10-10T11:05:00.080-07:00London loving<div class="MsoNormal">
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Isabella Blow exhibition at Somerset House. It was absolutely fabulous,
perfectly fitting for such an icon in the fashion world. Full of quirky
garments and wonderful unique mannequins made by Shona Heath, the exhibition
really made me think about the fashion industry and inspired me greatly. In
Somerset house we stumbled across a wonderful fitting made of fish in the centre of the winding stairs. It was beautiful. However we were more
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-78720444445522099332014-02-12T11:37:00.002-08:002014-10-10T11:05:49.433-07:00Lou Lou's Vintage<div class="MsoNormal">
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was absolutely fab. Full of vintage amazingness. I didn’t know where to look
first. Beautiful and elegant jewellery stalls mixed with edgy denim and
leather. Although I only bought a ring, I think vintage fairs are the best
places to go purely for a day of inspiration. It’s wonderful to surround
yourself with other eras and fashions. As well as clothing and accessories,
there was also a hair boutique. It was amazing. Women were walking around with
their hair in vintage styles...it made me feel like I had time travelled!</div>
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fashion and home ware are my passion, however cake can
sometimes take over. Served in wonderful eclectic tea cups, I indulged in tea
and a bit of cake. When I say ‘bit’ imagine a door wedge and you have the size
it was. It was HUGE. The worrying thing is I managed to finish it! Yummy. </div>
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-47887666619243881582014-02-01T09:01:00.000-08:002014-10-10T11:06:50.244-07:00Good to be home<div class="MsoNormal">
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sunny Saffron Walden. It is so lovely to be back in the country, it makes a
change from the busy streets of Southampton. My Saturday has consisted of Starbucks, yummy
food and the market. I couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing day. I caught up
with my lovely friend. Then me, my Mum, Nan and Sister were all ladies who
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-17576048157129464342014-01-25T05:17:00.000-08:002014-10-10T11:07:22.617-07:00Twit twoooWell, I am more than just a little bit excited. Just writing this post has reminded me of how little things really can entertain me...and this week, they come in the form of four wonderful birdy mugs. Now I hear you say: "How are mugs so exciting?" And I would reply with: "They are just simply amazing."- Here's the thing, they aren't even from a glamorous and exciting shop. They were purchased from none the less: A supermarket. This is the story:<br />
I had clocked this pack of four beautiful pastel mugs with printed birds on ages ago just after Christmas. They were reduced to about £7.50. In my head (as I am a poor old student.). This was just far too extravagant on my small budget. But I just wanted them so bad. This led to me going in, looking and walking out of the shop empty handed for the next week. But just when all hope was lost, I walked in the week after, and there it was in all its glory... the word REDUCED again. This time they were only £4.50. To me I took this as a sign and snapped them up. So there it is...my mug story!<br />
I just think they are so pretty, the perfect size and in my favourite pastel tones. It just shows it pays to wait!<br />
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<br />iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-46910173403445080182014-01-19T12:09:00.001-08:002014-01-19T12:14:48.765-08:00Cameo galore<div dir="ltr">
This weekend was one of pure laziness... with a hint of organisation! The university term is starting again tomorrow. This meant I had an excuse to completely rearrange my desk and get my sketch book and all that jazz ready! I must say that it looks top notch! <br />
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So this weekend has been perfect!I went to stay in a gorgeous sea front hotel in Bournemouth. Although at points I thought I was actually going to freeze to death, the day itself was beautifully clear and bright. Some may say picture perfect! While we were there we saw the cutest most miniture doggy I have ever seen!I was slightly concened as it was sand coloured and blended in perfectly with its surroundings. However it seemed extremely happy trotting along the sea front without a care (as was I). <br />
On the way home I couldn't help myself and purchased a miss selfridge dress and bracelet that I have had my eyes on for ages! It'll look great dressed up with heels or down with ankle boots and leather jacket. Cannot wait for its first outing!<br />
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Recently I have been super busy with uni hand ins. But finally me and my group have completed our 40 page retail trend and range plan! Although it feels amazing to have finished, I faced that 'now what?' Feeling. Luckily it did not take me long to decide. Bring in a cuppa, my cosy bed and a good book and I was sorted for the afternoon...lush! <br />
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-75080510056399636212014-01-09T06:54:00.001-08:002014-01-09T07:18:05.496-08:00My friend Julia<div dir="ltr">
Happy new year. <br />
So here it is... the saddest blog post written by anyone or anything...a blog about my new Giraffe. Yes I know I am a 20 year old student but it is just the cutest hand made toy ever! I have always loved Giraffes, and luckily my sister knows me far too well and decided I should have my very own hand made one! Don't get me wrong I can sleep at night without her but she just adds that beaut shabby chic touch to my room! </div>
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more than Christmas. This year my room at uni was decorated for me as a
surprise. Sparkly lights, Christmas bedding (the cosiest bedding I have
everrrrr slept in) and of course TINSLE TINSLE TINSLE. However, festive
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iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-36577253220071661852013-10-07T04:28:00.000-07:002014-01-15T04:01:41.337-08:00keep your head up, keep your heart strong.<br /><span style="font-size: large;">In the words of Ben Howard ( Who I am completely obsessed with at the mo!) It is time to keep my head up. Being back at uni now for a week, I am trying to take in my surroundings and take inspiration by the city of Southampton. I want to use the different people, buildings and culture to inspire all of my work.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> However, on the light hearted side, moving back here meant one thing... room decor. Think the over used term of 'shabby chic', bright colours and pure girlyness. I becamefixed on sewing over the holidays. Making lavender hearts,re-upholstering a chair and making a collection of cushions. It is safe to say I love a good interior. </span><br />
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<br />iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-46377140156291642432013-06-26T09:00:00.000-07:002013-06-26T09:00:34.315-07:00Time to celebrateIt is official, the past couple of weeks have been the basis of celebration for me and my family. Think new jobs and wedding bells. Obviously the latter I am most excited about. It's my time to be a bridesmaid for my sister! We cannot stop looking at dresses, flowers and beautiful decor. For me this is the most exciting part! Due to all the celebrations, there was only one thing for it... Champers (pink of course)!<br />
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Although the blues are seen as being down, the colour blue has really grown on me this summer and cheered me up no end. Think the sky, the sea, the Tiffany's packaging. Blue is the colour of summer. I don't know whether I have only just grown out of the blues for boys, pinks for girls phase (which most grow out of when they're 10) but I just cannot get enough of it. Writing this post it has come to my attention that my laptop, camera, jewellery and bedroom are all shades of this colour. Coincidence, I think not!<br />
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today has been a stupendously relaxing and calming day. Waking up to
the sun beaming through my window I felt motivated and truely inspired
to finally get this blog up to date! My personal style
and likes are pure girlyness (If that was ever a word). Think tea cups,
cake and foral prints. Nothing is too feminine. This being said, today I began
by looking through a book that I have never thought to read. ' A year in
a Victorian Garden'- Henry A. Bright. This book contains the most
beutiful and delightful illustrations by Christine Hart-Davies that
portray Victorian flowers. To my suprise, I found the brush strokes and
shading dainty and elegent and highly inspirational. Reading this book got me out into the garden, planting flowers and taking in the great British summer. <br />
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<br />iced_gemmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08484341744601348836noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919432380349658074.post-46245000150837887232012-08-01T12:35:00.000-07:002012-08-01T12:35:38.720-07:00The Olympics seem to be such an exciting and patriotic experience for me! I have very little interest in sports at any other time, however when it's the olympics it seems different! The sense of excitment knowing your country is competing for an elusive gold medal that several others are.
For me also, it means me and my family sitting together, really getting excited about something.
All I wish is that I felt like this before the tickets went on sale, then I may have seen it all in flesh. I think that events like this show how people can work together and build such a memorable experience for people.
I'm so into the Olympics, it was carried into the shop window!
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Also seem to be collecting rather a lot of rings and bracelets, don't thing a girl can have too many...can she? xx
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