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SNEAK PEEK// High Summer!

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We are very excited about some new exclusive pieces landing at Adorning Ava very soon. In fact, we are so excited, we thought we'd share a few of our favorites with you. We will be adding new pieces to the collection throughout the Summer months, so keep following us on Facebook,for updates on when they land.

1. The Jamiya Statement Woven Jewel Necklace!

The Jamiya is just the ultimate statement necklace for Summer. It is guaranteed to turn heads and glam up any garment you throw on. It will definitely be on the top of the packing list for our Summer holiday.





2. The Jamiya Woven Jewel Spike Earrings!

The Jamiya Earrings have a similar feel to the necklace above, with rich colours and embellished with jewels, crystals and edgy spikes. These are a definite must have this season. If you have short hair, there is no excuse. You have to have this ear candy!!!








































It's all about statement pieces this season with cultural influences. Textures, colour and textiles are big and will make the simplest of outfits individual and effortlessly stylish.





You haven't got long to wait ladies before you can have these beautiful pieces to be the ultimate statement stylista!

- Becky x


OOTD// BANK HOLIDAY BESTS

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It's official, the bank holiday has arrived! It's the first one of the year and we couldn't be more ready for it. It's a time to hang out with your friends and family, whether it be rocking out 'til 3 am or catching up on Netflix surrounded by Easter egg wrappers.

We've put together the perfect Easter outfit, if you're heading out this mini break. It's a four night weekend, so there's no excuse!




90's disco is a huge trend this season! The mini dress has made a comeback paired with super chunky mules. The high street is full of tin foil like garments, chunky flatforms and tiny skirts/ dresses.

We've gone for a fitted shimmery white mini dress and paired it with a boxy leather jacket for a sexy grunge feel. Wear it with any type of heel, as long as it's chunky and has a blocky look to it. On this occasion, we've picked a simple leather mule.

The bag is a silver sparkle clutch with buckle detailing and a messenger strap included if you're sick of holding your bag while trying to drink and dance.

Tha Adorning Ava Monochrome range works great for the 90s disco trend. The Abby Statement Monochrome Necklace sits beautifully with the shimmery mini and The Danica Silver Jewel Cuff adds a bit of character to the outfit.

 Finish with a smudgey eye for a 90s grunge feel. You can afford to use a colour, as the outfit is very plain in colour. We've gone for a purple haze, as this seems to be the big 'it' shade this season with Derek Lam, Vera Wang and Mathew Williamson all a fan.

There you have, the perfect outfit for any evening! If it's a tad chilly, add a pair of tights and go for a chunky boot, still in keeping with the trend, but much more sensible if it's torrential rain.

Have a lovely weekend everyone!

- Becky x



EVERY GIRLS FAVE 4 LETTER WORD// Sale

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It's that time of year again... Mid Season Sale! This season has some brilliant bargains to be snatched on the high street. The trick, is to look for discounted pieces that can transition nicely into high Summer.



Here at Adorning Ava, our Mid season sale is well and truly in swing with new lines added this week! Here are a few monochrome pieces we are mad about that will make any outfit a statement!

There's jewellery to compliment any trend this season and up to 60% off, Shop the SALE now to save disappointment! 

Pastels are huge for SS15, so these pieces are are bound to make heads turn this season. 

The Pastel Triangle Bracelet - £3.99 

The Layered Pastel Bead Bracelet - £3.99

The Sophia Pastel Jewel Necklace - £4.99

The Sophia Pink Beaded Necklace - £5.99




Another trend that's leading the way this season is the 70's, whether you prefer 70's glamour or 70's bohemian, there's statement pieces to manipulate with any look.




Orange Jewel Ring - £3.99 


- Becky x



STYLE STEAL// Oscar de la Renta

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It's officially Spring and SS15 is in full bloom. We saw some beautiful dusky pastel collections on the runway for SS15 but Oscar de la Renta didn't let us down with his soft hues of pinks, creams, lemons and baby blues. One of our favourite ensembles from the collection was the beautiful laser cut lace skirt paired with a luxurious cream and pink checked shawl. It's a perfect mix of warmth with a hint of flirtyness. Here's how you can recreate this look.






We've gone for a 3D textured lace skirt from Topshop which works beautifully with this high necked soft pink top. We've gone for a longer version of the structured tank, as it's more wearable and flattering for anyone that isn't a supermodel. You can recreate the luxurious shawl with a thin knit over-sized wrap, worn almost like a kimono. Slip a pair of pastel heels on, these little lovelies are surprise surprise from Topshop. Theyr'e simple and elgant and the chunky heel is much easier strut your stuff in.

 This look is all about celebrating femininity. It's soft, dainty and sophisticated. Jewellery is kept to a minimal with a pair of over-sized earrings. To emphasize these, wear your off your face so all eyes are on your ear candy. We love our Casey Pastel Jewel Earrings from the new Candy Pastels collection, exclusive to us. Finish the look with soft shades of pink on your nails and lips. Add a sleek flick of eyeliner for a chic stylish ensemble that any Oscar de la Renta fan would be proud of!

This will definitely be our favourite style steal for the foreseeable months.

-Becky x



BEAUTY 101 // PASTEL PARAGON

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Pastels make an appearance in fashion almost every spring/summer season, but you shouldn't neglect carrying this trend into your beauty regime. Today we show you beauty looks you can try, from a touch of pastel polish on your nails, to full on aqua blue hair!





We've got some more amazing pastel jewellery dropping soon - perfect for prom season - so keep your eyes on our website to get your statement pieces first!



- Ella x

OOTD // PHILLIP LIM STYLE STEAL

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In case we hadn't already made it abundantly clear, we absolutely adore the monochrome trend this season! Phillip Lim certainly didn't fail to impress us with his SS15 collection, mixing crisp whites with blocks of black, slashed shapes and nude accessories. We're here to show you how you can recreate one of his runway looks at a fraction of the cost, with a little added sparkle courtesy of Adorning Ava.


The make up artists for the Phillip Lim show kept faces fresh, with nothing but some light contouring, a hint of eye definition and some serious brows. The Sleek Brow Kit is a copy of the Benefit Brow Zings set, and a bargain at only £8.50! You can order it online or in Boots, but it's constantly selling out, so be sure to stock up if you manage to spot it. Throw your hair up in a messy bun and don't worry about any hairspray - set your wispy hairs free for this look.

Since you're sticking to minimal make up, you can really go to town with your jewellery. Our Abby Statement Monochrome Jewel Collar blends in perfectly to the monochrome trend and will complement your colour block look perfectly. At less than £20 for such a statement piece, you can't go wrong!

Although we love this designer ensemble, not all of us can handle baring quite that much stomach so soon after Christmas. We found this Lovers + Friends crop trop with a less extreme cut out to show just a hint of skin. Pair it with this unique asymmetric hem block monochrome skirt from Sheinside for an almost exact match.

Just because we're heading into better weather doesn't mean you can't get out your favourite black leather jacket. With this barely there outfit, you'll feel cold from even the slightest breeze, so be sure to layer up a little. We love this Noisy May number with a zip all the way up to the neck, so you can decide exactly how covered or uncovered you want to be.

Gladiator sandals are set to make a return this season, but for a more feminine take on the trend, try a pair of lace up sandal heels - like these Stuart Weitzman beauties - with ankle detail and a soft nude colour. Add a matching nude handbag, such as this Faith piece, with a choice of strap lengths and boxy shape to finish off your style steal.

- Ella x

OOTD // PASTEL PREVIEW

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Pastels are a common recurrence every season, with candy shades appearing across stores each spring/summer, and muted dusky tones for autumn/winter. SS15 is no different, with designers such as Timo Weiland, Valentino and Badgley Mischka all hopping on the pastel colour trend. Our next lot of exclusive designs will be landing on our website in early March, but if you can't wait that long we've got a sneak peek for you today!


Peach has to be one of our favourite summer colours. It works wonders for your complexion, no matter what your skin tone, giving you a dewy glow. Our Jania Floral Jewel Necklace packs a peachy punch with hints of lemon yellow and mint green to create a contrast. We love how the chunky gold chain offsets against the pretty jewels to give your neckline some edge.

We found this super feminine peach sheer textured midi skirt from River Island as a perfect colour match, to take you from garden party to evening cocktails by the beach! Bardot style tops aren't expected to fall off the fashion radar any time soon, so be sure to snatch up this pale yellow ribbed crop from New Look. Keep your shoes simple, like these white heeled sandals with gold buckle detail from River Island. They won't overpower the rest of your ensemble, but the gold detail will tie them in effortlessly.

To make your skin glow even more, complement your tan with a light gold eyeliner to accent the inner corners of your eyes - it'll also make them appear bigger and brighter! Highlight your cheekbones with a multi-tonal bronzer that has a slight shimmer to it, and brush on a classic light nude nail polish to complete the look.

Keep your eyes peeled on our website for new styles - we've got plenty more landing with us over the next few weeks!

- Ella x

MFW // STREET STYLE

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The designers aren't the only ones showcasing their style at the AW15 shows. Journalists, photographers and bloggers have been out in force over the last two weeks giving the labels a run for their money, wearing some of the hottest outfits of the season. Milan Fashion Week was no different, and this week we're showing you our favourite street style looks from Italy's fashion capital.


Tune in next week for our coverage on the final AW15 Fashion Week - Paris!

- Ella x

OOTD // EMILIO PUCCI '70S STYLE STEAL

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SS15 is almost officially upon us, and the high street is already stocking up on designer inspired goodies for the season ahead - including Adorning Ava! We've shown you how to work the monochrome trend with ease, next it's onto the '70s style that's sweeping stores across the nation.


We love the colour of the cut out dress from the Emilio Pucci SS15 show - perfect to wear with a summer tan! We've found this gorgeous River Island racer front asymmetric dress in the same shade of orange, in a design that's a little easier to wear. Orange may seem a daunting choice, especially when you're thinking of what colours to pair it with. If you're ever struggling, just look at a colour wheel and think opposites.


In this case, deep purples and blues are ideal. Our Jazmin Jewel Pendant Necklace (coming soon!) mixes both bright orange and cobalt blue jewels for some serious '70s style. You can still buy our Jazmin Geometric Jewel Choker here in the meantime! We've matched our make up to our necklace, adding a swish of cobalt liquid eyeliner and a hint of white pencil liner for the inner corners. With such bright eyes, it's best to keep your lips toned down. This bronze shade will tone well with your tan without being too overpowering, and the slight shimmer to it will be sure to make you look glowing.

We love the way the team at Emilio Pucci have styled their dress with tan shoes and a matching bag. Tan leather shoes are a summer must have, particularly those with a chunky heel, which luckily makes them much easier to walk in as well! This Steve Madden pair are absolutely to die for, plus they're made with real leather! We found this tan fringe bag at La Moda - an almost identical match to the catwalk for a bargain £22.99! Fringing was a key trend in the '70s, but if a heavily fringed bag is a little too much for your liking, we've got plenty of jewellery pieces on their way soon with delicate chain fringe detailing that's easy for anyone to wear.

To complete the look, make like model Nadja Bender and work L'Oreal Professional techni.art Beach Waves into your hair, either when it's wet or dry, for an ultra cool boho style in minutes.

- Ella x

OOTD // TOM FORD FOR LESS

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We'd all love to be able to afford to buy looks straight from the catwalk, but for those of us who have a little less disposable funds, it's great when we can recreate those same looks for less. Tom Ford is known for his tailoring, and a slick black suit is the perfect way to wear the monochrome trend this season. We've pulled together pieces from some of the high street giants and added some adornment to give you a top end Tom Ford look at a fraction of the cost!


A tuxedo blazer is great for day or night, work or play! It's fitted shape means it's smart enough for work, but a satin effect collar adds a touch of glam for the evening. We love this Miss Selfridge number for just £20! Tom Ford paired his blazer with a sheer insert top underneath, like this daring crop top from Topshop. Wear them with these River Island black flare trousers for a sophisticated feel. Wider hems are back this season, so even if you usually go for strictly skinny trousers like me, try on a pair next time you hit the shops - you may just be surprised how well you pull them off!

Pointed court heels are a must for any work or play wardrobe, and this Steve Madden pair are to die for. Although at £69 they're a little more pricey than other high street brands, it only takes one look to notice the difference in quality and they're sure to last you much longer, which is great as their style is timeless.

There's a lot of black in this look, so adding some metalwork and jewels is a must! Our Danica Silver Jewel Cuff is so unique and sure to draw in the compliments. If you're after something more edgy than pretty, our Ayra Black Jewel Tassel Earrings are the ones for you. With long flowing chain detail and faceted gunmetal gems, you can guarantee they'll catch anyone's eye.

To complete this look just like Tom Ford himself, add lashings of black eyeshadow and some salt spray for a texturised hairstyle. We adore this Laura Mercier smoky palette and TIGI Catwalk salt spray - both currently in the sales!

- Ella x

OOTD // MAKE IT MONOCHROME

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Monochrome is one of the easiest colour trends to pull off. It suits everyone and it couldn't be any easier to pull together an outfit. There's only one rule: stick to shades of white, black and grey! Monochrome makes an appearance most years for the spring/summer season, often in the form of a pattern such as stripes or polka dots. For SS15 however, it's completely up to you how you wear the colour scheme!


One of our favourite pieces from our Monochrome collection this season has to be the Anya Silver Pull Through Necklace. It adds a little sparkle in a subtle style and is so unique! We've styled it with a grey racer crop top and a black mesh knitted midi skirt, both from River Island, for a truly monochromatic look.

If you want to sneak some extra glamour in, adding a pair of silver heels should do the trick. Try to go for a brushed metal effect pair, like these Gucci platforms, so as not to overdo it. Pair with a monochrome leopard print clutch like this Diane Von Furtstenberg beauty to really give your outfit some oomph.

Keep your make up fresh and natural for this look - think glowing skin and nude lips. We love this Charlotte Tilbury shade with a warm tone to enhance your glow. Add matte black Chanel nail polish and viola - you've nailed the monochrome trend with ease!

All our monochrome pieces are now available for purchase on our website. Stay tuned for our 70s style drop later in the season...

- Ella x

OOTD // EFFORTLESS IN EMERALD

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You've loved our Esther Emerald Jewel Collar and we've had to restock it more times than we can count, so we thought it was about time we did an OOTD post on it for you! We've pulled together a look that you can wear day or night, all year round, and still look glam.


Emerald looks great with any natural hair colour, so no matter what your look you can style this colour with ease! We love this emerald chiffon maxi skirt - long enough for winter but lightweight enough for summer too. Wear it with a simple black crop top, or tuck a black t shirt into the skirt if the thought of baring a little midriff after Christmas terrifies you! This Alexander McQueen crossover crop is to die for, but as SS15 pieces start to drop over the next few weeks you can be sure to find a cheaper high street version soon.

Chunky black Chelsea boots are great for taking you from day to night, as they'll add a little height for the evening but still be comfortable enough to wear all day. These New Look boots are a bargain at £29.99!

For the day, wear with a classic black tote bag. For the night, bring out the metallic in your Esther necklace by carrying a gold box clutch. This structured hexagonal bag by Accessoryo is anything but ordinary and will compliment your necklace perfectly.

Beauty-wise, coat your nails in a classic high shien black nail polish, and apply a colour popping coat of deep burgundy lipstick for a striking look in a matter of minutes.

- Ella x

OOTD // CARRY ON WITH CANDY PINK

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In our last post we told you how you could carry forward the Lydia Collar into SS15 with ease; this time we show you how to wear pink. Ice cream pastels like candy pink are set to be huge this coming season, so don't be afraid to bring out your inner Barbie girl!


White is one of the ultimate summer colours every year, which is ideal since it goes with near enough every other colour under the sun! Every wardrobe should have a plain white dress in it somewhere, and we think this River Island strappy high neck mini is a great example. The embellished collar means there's no need for a necklace and you can focus purely on finding the perfect earrings to wear it with!

Whether you're dressing for day or night, a white dress will look great with a pair of black shoes, like these Kurt Geiger gladiator sandals or embellished heels. Plus, monochrome is another of SS15's key colour combos, so you can kill two trends with one outfit! Wear with your favourite black bag - we love this snakeskin effect black wrist strap clutch from Topshop for a little more texture.

Our Heidi Pastel Pink Jewel Earrings are seriously oversized and are sure to make a statement. The sweet candy pink colour of the main beads will definitely keep the attention on you, plus they'll compliment your sunkissed tan!

Natural, glowing skin is a big beauty trend in SS15, so don't over do your make up - just add lashings of mascara for some added length and definition. Give your look an extra splash of colour with a couple of coats of vibrant pink nail polish.

The Adorning Ava SS15 exclusive preview will be here soon, so keep an eye out on our blog and social media pages to see it first!

- Ella x

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