FatFace - Summer Must Haves

Here are my summer must haves from the new FatFace Summer Shop that are now available. These pieces have been massive Go-To items for my travels in Greece and I'm sure you will be able to see why. 

The ultimate holiday cover up has now been made and found. I love lace and crochet details and this Harlyn Crochet Cover Up is perfect with it's detailed sleeves and middle panel. Still letting that warm breeze cool you down but thin enough to over heat you. I found this so great for evenings on the beach and once I thought my shoulders were burnt enough for the day ;) The detail in this cover is just beautiful, the side panels have different texture to the middle and the thin cotton sleeves keep it comfy and able to flutter in the breeze. 

Of course this cover up has to be paired with the perfect bikini...introducing the Rib Strip Sport Top and Pants...these were my comfort swimwear all holiday. Super comfy and with the 3D ribbing on the bikini it was a bit different to standard prints. These complemented the cover up so well and they were ridiculously supportive when swimming underwater and snorkelling all day long.

Greece is full of the famous white buildings, blue skies and blue waters which makes this place just heavenly. The new Kirsty Strip Dress reflects Greece perfectly for me and was so gorgeous next to the flowing the pink flowers down the building sides. A classic summer dress that will be worn when I'm home on loads of summer occasions. Such a sweet length too and perfect for exploring the little streets in Lindos. 

No summer holiday is complete without comfy bright flip flops. In summer I personally hate wearing shoes and I live in flip flops so for me finding ones that don't rub in between the toes and don't make the bottoms of your feet ache is super hard. But from day one these Pease Printed Flip Flops were complete comfort. No rubbing, seriously spongy so no achy feet and I love the boho pattern. These are a big must have from me for your summer wardrobe and your travels.

Look out for more blog posts from my travels with my FatFace must haves coming soon on how I styled them and where they went with me!

FatFace - Washed In Happiness

The weather has been amazing lately and sunshine always makes everyone so much happier. As does receiving a wonderful hamper of happiness from one of my favourite brands to celebrate their brand spanking new summer collection...thank you FatFace.

For those who love the happy, healthy lifestyle FatFace's new collection is perfect for you. As the days get longer, warmer and full of adventure this new collection is perfect for those days full of happiness. With light coral and midnight blue prints the Sand Dunes Collection is created to make you embrace every minute of your summer days.

There are absolute beauties in this collection which I will be dragging out all summer. The Anasofie Sand Dunes blouse is a big favourite for me, paired with their Ripped Denim Shorts it's the ultimate chilled out vibe for beach days or afternoons exploring the country. Anyone who knows me will notice I love a good tassel on my clothes and this blouse has the sweetest detailing in their drop tassels that tie at the neck to give you a boho feel to your outfit.

Summer wouldn't be complete without a favourite white cami top to pair with any bottoms you can think so. Fresh and crisp for the sunshine allowing you to keep cool, look fabulous and flutter in the breeze the Saunton Cami, with its crochet detail is a delight for summer outfits.

Summer evenings BBQing in the garden or on the beach often get a bit chilly but FatFace's new jumper solves this problem. The light but snug Harym Stitch Jumper keep the breeze off and keep you toasty warm so you can enjoy your summer eve until everyone calls it quits...no leaving early because you're too cold. This is a big love of mine as I love a cute jumper in summer but find with dark colours it can be a little sad when you have to put it on as you feel a bit defeated, but this creamy colour is beautiful in the sunshine.

If you love the Sand Dunes print as much as I do your new summer dress beauty will be Felicity Coral Sand Dunes dress. It's a fabulous length which, if I'm honest, didn't think I'd be able to pull off. Being 5"4 can be a bit of problem when searching for summer dresses. As this one if just above knee length I thought it would make me look shorter but it flows effortlessly in the wind and moves with you body to create a magical flirty dress for summer days. It's a huge hit with me and keep your eyes open for this beaut when I head off to Rhodes.

Jackets can also be a bit depressing in summer...you don't want to wear a jacket, it's sunny! But the new Denim Jacket is the best exception. Denim blue screams sunshine to me and over the top of the Sand Dunes dress it makes for a bright, happy outfit that anyone would be proud to strut around in all day on those cooler summer days. I have found in the past a lot of denim jackets can be uncomfortable when first bought. They can be too stiff and you find yourself pulling at the sleeves or trying to stretch them out so they feel more worn to your shape. I am happy to announce this Pennymoor Denim Jacket is already worn in, soft and loose so you can put it on straight away and feel like you've had it years. It's super soft and I've overcome my fear of new denim. 

Think of this post as your perfect guide to your summer wardrobe because now I have these that's my new arrivals for summer sorted. Dresses to dress up or wear everyday, tops to chill in the sun in, shorts to get your legs gorgeously tanned, warmers to keep the wind off...all from the New Sand Dunes Collection launching today in FatFace! 

Enjoy being Washed In Happiness!

FATFACE CHRISTMAS BUNDLE GIVEAWAY

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!!!

I hope you're all feeling super festive but if not I hope this blog posts gets you well on your way to getting into the Christmas Spirit. I had so much fun shooting this little post for a very exciting reason...I'm holding a CHRISTMAS BUNDLE GIVEAWAY WITH FATFACE! 

It's a time of year for giving and being selfless and I know I adore the search for the perfect gift for my loved ones but this year it's you lovely people that are getting a christmas gift from me and my lovely friends at FatFace! I was sent the most wonderful bundle of lounge trousers, top and slippers for myself and Mike received his lounge trousers and T-shirt along with some amazing smelly candles and wash bags for us both and you can get your hands on all this. We are definitely going to be spending Christmas day in our new lounge-sets sipping mulled wine!

There is nothing I love to do more this time of year is light the fire, put a good christmas film on (ELF every time) and snuggle into some PJs and I'm totally smitten with these. Super warm, soft and comfy I doubt I'll ever change out of them. I love all my little gifts and in your bundle if you are the lucky winner you will get:

*Your own lounge trousers and top

*Slippers

*Mens lounge top and trousers (always nice to share your winnings)

*2 lovely smelling candles

*1 large tin candle which also smells amazing

*A ladies wash bag filled with wonderful treats

*And a mens wash bag to keep him smelling tip top!

An amazing giveaway that you simply can't miss out on! 

HOW DO YOU ENTER: 

Link on my facebook page (search fivefotfour by Crystal Lily) then click giveway! 

Or enter below by clicking the link! 

Or click on the giveaway box on the side of my main blog page!

Comp ends 4th January 2016 so there is no excuse not to try your chances at having the snuggliest January you've ever had!