DRESSING MYSELF

Holey moley, happy 2025.

It’s a great time for a fresh start, to motivate one’s self, and set intentions.

Without going into it too deeply here, last year was the toughest year I’ve ever experienced.

There are a number of things that I spoke about on TikTok – but not all things I could. I did open up in ways I never have before. Quite honestly, some of the events that happened were simply too big & all-consuming for me not to. I’d not been in that situation [regarding opening up so much online] until my mum passed right at the end of 2023 – I felt at a crossroads: say nothing, knowing my demeanor would be off & this could be commented on, or address the situation, in a way that felt natural to me.

Over the last last 3 weeks I’ve started to feel a wave of positivity & calmness that had certainly been missing over the last 6 months. I’ve been so incredibly thankful, for you [the team] & your support in my content last year – it truly meant more than ever.

Looking back at last year is hard. So taking the emotion out of it, I wanted to post some of my looks & focus on this aspect of the year: dressing myself to make myself happy, essentially.

I appreciate I just typed out ‘taking the emotion out of it’ but something I can’t help but feel looking at Beetlejuice Premiere photos is how difficult it was to attend this.

The insane & deep joy I felt when that invite came in was so emotional, in the best way. Custom latex plans with Atsuko Kudo, planning my nails with Pria & organising accessories, a photographer, and all the logistics of an event this major…

It was 6 days before the Premiere that I lost one of the closest people to me. Taco, our much loved cat, also passed away 2 days before. I desperately didn’t want to let anyone down. I listened to my gut & felt I should still attend – I did almost have a panic attack before going on the carpet & had to hold back many tears. So: truly, one of my favourite looks of the year – but certainly one that stirs up some emotions.

That Prada skirt has to be one of my ultimate Prada purchases.

I love the plaid, the oversized safety pin, how it feels so edgy-90’s-Clueless. This is never the sort of outfit the algorithms care so much for, but definitely one of my personal fav day-to-day looks & a structure I often go for. Me + a bodysuit, best buds.

Not to mention, the ultimate green Bambu Birkin 25. A pre-loved number that is approx 9 years old, I lovingly named her Nettie [IYKYK]. Definitely in the ‘best purchases of the year’ list.

Just looking at this photo makes me cold.

Deeply hard to imagine not wearing 2749 layers tbh. Those Fendi trousers…how I adore thee. They are insanely comfortable & the psychedelic white Fendi logo against that bright yellow hue is just immense.

This is a typical weekend look for me – high waisted, check, denim, check, summer hat, check. With layers of jewellery ofc.

It’s all about finding silhouettes that make you feel YOU – and this outfit does that for me.

Oh, the Wicked Premiere.

I’ll feel forever honoured I was loaned this Jenny Packham dress from the brand. I know a lot of creators are constantly loaned pieces; but this isn’t the case for me. This is gonna sound woe-is-me [but it really isn’t, my gratitude is astronomical] but usually I am just told no when it comes to fashion loans. Tattoos, not being so clean cut – it doesn’t tend to work in my favour [hence I don’t go to fashion weeks].

The most incredibly detailed dress with thousands of embellishments, with an attached ethereal cape.

I loved the juxtaposition of it on me & it felt incredibly special to wear.

Those heart jeans still give me heart eyes.

Despite it not being as much of a constant in my wardrobe in comparison to how it is for some, I do love denim. I especially love it when it’s been cut in an unexpected way.

Bubblegum pink latex will always bring a smile to my face & I do enjoy latex being almost ‘toned down’ for more casual looks. More of that this year, for sure.

I really can’t thank you enough for your support last year, and I wish you all the absolute best for 2025:

onwards & upwards,