Life as a full time blogger is a bit of a strange contradiction. One day, you can be in London from 9am – 6pm having back to back meetings, only seeing the inside of beautiful restaurants (I know, it’s OK for some right?) or in the back of a taxi/on a tube train (tube train for me because I am a perpetual tight arse thrifty being). And the next, you’ll be stuck indoors all day battling through emails, blog admin, photographing content, writing content, filming content… basically creating all the content, in pyjama bottoms, makeup free, hair scraped back forgetting what fresh air actually feels like.
Well, this is my full time blogger life anyway.
And whilst I absolutely love my job, one thing that I never really get time for is shopping, which is great for my purse strings but absolutely awful for when those last minute events pop up, you have a packed schedule so can’t get out in the day to pick something up, and it’s also too late to order online as it won’t turn up by the next day (serious FML/first world problem times). But ladies, I have a solution to this. Well, actually, Next does, but I’m telling you about it so same, same huh?
Next have now introduced an incredible “order before midnight for next day delivery” service and simultaneously saved our sartorial woes and bankrupted us at the same time. So thank you (and darn you) Next for being so bloody brilliant!
On the subject of all things Next, let’s talk about this shirt shall we? For me, shirts are my number 1 go to all year round but especially in the cooler months. They have the ability to completely nail the smart/casual trend, dress up a relaxed look, or complete a dressy combo. They basically make dressing easy and effortless and for that, I love them. Added to my “love ya hun” shirt list is this cream tie neck blouse. I absolutely love that the shirt isn’t fitted (oversized ehhrthing for me, please!) but also manages to be feminine. The cream tone over white makes it slightly more versatile for me and perfect for every season, whilst the neck tie just adds that bit of preppy cool making it unique from anything I own.
Shirt: Next
Skirt: Fashion Union
Shoes that I wear to death and will continue to do so until my own death: Topshop (burgundy out of stock, nude shoes here)
Lovely photos, I always love the shirts with the tie they're so pretty <3
http://www.abigailalicex.com/2015/10/diy-marble-laptop-case.html
Thanks so much lovely, isn't it so pretty?
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Bless Next's delivery; it sound like the perfect last minute solution to busy bumblebees like yourself! I'm a huge fan of dresses year round too just because they're so easy to style and look chic and put together either way!
May | THE MAYDEN | Bloglovin'
Ha, with you there girl, saving my butt from now on!
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That shirt is just so adorable!
Candice | Beauty Candy Loves
It's so pretty isn't it?
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Next is now a lifesaver! That blouse is just gorgeous and paired with that denim skirt it looks beautiful!
Jodie, xo // Jodie Loue
Isn't it just, so happy with that! Thanks so much lovely 🙂
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Not gonna lie, I'm not usually a huge fan of Next. I just always assume it's for other people and not me but I am clearly wrong! This shirt is lovely, and you've styled it really well with the skirt (which I love by the way..). You look beautiful xx
Sam // Samantha Betteridge
Thanks so much Sam, so glad you liked it!
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I must admit, I've never been a fan of next but you styled this outfit so well! Looking gorgeous as always Elle!
http://www.duchessoffashion.co.uk
Thanks lovely!
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That's such a great idea for busy bees! And so in love with that blouse.
Meg | A Little Twist Of…
Such a fab idea isn't it!
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I love Next. You can get lovely pieces from the brand either clothing or homeware. On another note, I don't mind you posting plenty of photos as your photos are always on-point Elle! Xx
eLLa
every LiTTLE thing07
Oh me too, such classic pieces from there! Ah thank you lovely, such a sweet comment!
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Such a pretty top
I feel yah about blogger life.
Oh yeah those shopping that you forgotten– thank God there's online shop 🙂
The Bandwagon Chic | Instagram | Bloglovin | Snapchat: bandwagonchic
Haha yes, always feeling like that Zarrah!
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Such a beautiful blouse, so perfect for the cooler months!! (:
Nati xx
http://www.simplyartdicted.com
Exactly what I thought lovely 🙂
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Loving this blouse!
http://www.iamlam.co.uk
So pretty isn't it!
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Next day delivery-insane! And useful 🙂 This shirt is so pretty, I'm a huge fan of pussbow blouses and the Topshop shoes are so pretty- no wonder you're wearing them so much!
Rachel xx
http://www.thedailyluxe.net
Especially up until midnight, so last minute! Thanks lovely, so pleased you liked the outfit.
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This is seriously the cutest! In love with the bow paired with the blouse and skirt! So schoolgirl chic!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
That's the best description ever, I am all about school girl chic 😉
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Love this shirt – I just ordered a similar one from asos, cant wait for it to arrive now!
http://www.maddie-elizabeth.co.uk
It's so pretty isn't it, I'm such a fan!
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As always I enjoyed this article. I really like the top a lot, very classy & feminine!
N- Naomi in Wonderland
Thanks so much Naomi!
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This shirt looks so cute on you, love it.
Nina
http://www.ninasstyleblog.com
Thanks so much Nina!
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Lovely outfit, love the combo with denim skirt…
Thanks so much lovely, so pleased you liked it!
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Looking fab, girl! Next is amazing and how perfect does it sound to work on your blog in your PJs 🙂
xox Nadia
http://mielandmint.blogspot.co.uk/
Haha I know, I do feel pretty lucky when I'm doing that!
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Girl this shirt and skirt combo suits you so well! I totally sympathise with the 'what is fresh air?'/oh look at my at an event feelings – we live high lives 😉
Lauren x
Britton Loves | Lifestyle Food Beauty
Ha, so many of these feels, likee… daily!!
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Love that shirt and skirt combo! I never really shop at Next but whenever I do I always find so many nice things!
Amy x
http://www.callmeamy.co.uk
Me too Amy, I'm always so pleasantly surprised!
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That shirt suits you so much and I love how you've paired it with the skirt, such a lovely autumnal look 🙂 I also really love your shoes, was admiring them in your latest vlog too!
Love Holly x
http://www.thehollydays4.blogspot.co.uk
Ah thank you Holly, so pleased you like the look. The shoes are my fave too!
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I can see this next day service saving my bacon! (Wouldn't it be great if they sent you bacon in the morning when they delivered it too??).. Gorgeous Blouse as well! great outfit.
CB x
http://www.theCBlife.blogspot.com
Haha yes to Bacon… when a company sends out bacon too, that's when I've found my favourite brand!
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I love this outfit! You look so pretty 🙂 xx
Ahh thanks so much lovely!
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This is my idea of a perfect outfit – because you could wear it to work, on a lunch date & even out to dinner! I love it ❤️
Bee | QueenBeady.com
Ah thank you lovely, so glad you like it!
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That's amazing next day delivery even if you lace our order late at night, will definitely keep this in mind in the future. Love your photos, every single one of them 🙂 and this blouse is gorgeous, need to check it out x
Beauty with charm
Ah thank you so much lovely, so glad you do!
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OMG Next is a life-saver, something like this is so perfect for me, because I am always so last minute with ordering clothes! I mean I loved them before, but now I love them even more! Loving the shirt and skirt combo aswell lovely! 🙂
Heather Xx
100waysto30.co.uk
Thanks so much beauty!
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I had that dilemma a few days ago as the weather changed so suddenly and I needed boots fast but had no time to get to the shops so this is a very handy service
Suze | LuxuryColumnist
It's so handy isn't it, and I'm loving Next recently too!
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This look is so cute! Next day delivery is awesome! Enjoyed your post
http://Leftbankgirl.blogspot.com
Thanks so much hun, so pleased you like it!
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Who doesn't love playing with leaves?! I turn into a 5 year old during autumn, and love crunching leaves under my feet.
Rubi | Instagram | The Den | http://www.the-den.blogspot.com
Haha yes, that is so me!
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I never usually shop in Next but I recently went there the other day and found that they actually sell some really lovely things. Also love their home products too! This is a really lovely outfit, in love with those shoes too! x http://coffeeatmidnight13.blogspot.co.uk/
They sell some gorgeous bits don't they? I've been so impressed lately!
Elle
https://www.theellenextdoor.com
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I love Next! I hate it when their catalogues come through my door because I'm like 'aaah my bank account really can't hack this right now' – but the next day delivery thing is so good, they could improve it further and create a 'door-to-door 1 hour turnaround delivery'… that'd make me happy!
Robyn / www,phasesofrobyn.com
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Haha I so know the feeling. 1 hour turnaround would be the best thing ever/biggest miracle 😉
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Totally in love with your new shirt, dear, it's so pretty, feminine and as you said – versatile! Hope that Next will be available in my country soon 🙂
http://crafty-zone.blogspot.com/
Ah thanks so much lovely!
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I love the classic white shirt and black neck tie combo! So pretty, Elle x
Martha Jane | http://www.marthajanemusic.com
Thanks so much lady, so glad you like it!
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I adore Next clothes they are beautiful and their delivery service sounds amazing, I think it used to be ten so that's awesome! I adore your blouse and those shoes are so pretty xxx
BlondeOfCarbs♥
Yes, I think it did lovely which is even more amazing, midnight is so last minute so it's fab!
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that blouse is too cute! darling outfit!
kelseybang.com
This is such a cute outfit! Love your makeup too 🙂 x
Freyas Fashion Chapter MAC GIVEAWAY
Cute outfit!
a small bit | bloglovin
Ahhh I'm obsessed with this blouse! I used to wear shirts like this all the time when I was younger and I really loved them. It's nice to see bows coming back 😀
hellomissjordan.com xx
Wow I wish I get to be a full-time blogger someday 🙂 Although your schedule sounds very hectic, I can't help but feel a tinge (okay maybe more than that) of jealousy.
Love the photographs! Your outfit is perfect and I really love your blouse.
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