IYAAJAY // MENS STYLE BLOG: sandals

ASOS SHOE REVIEW + FIRST IMPRESSIONS // IYAAJAY

May 05, 2015

APRIL ACES - THIS MONTHS FAVOURITES // IYAAJAY

May 01, 2015

How is April over already? I can't believe how quickly this month is moving.

Luckily, this month has been about trying new things for me, whether thats skincare, style, cases etc and I can't wait to show you guys what I've been loving this month.

First up is definitely ASOS this month, especially the mens SS15 collection which is really meaning my cards taking a serious battering with orders. My most recent order is the Sandals in Leather which I unfortunately had to return my first pair as I ordered a size 10 just incase they ran small so I sent them back in exchange for a size 9 with the help of the ASOS Help Twitter, cheers guys! I can't wait to pair these sandals with pretty much everything in my wardrobe for the summer months, and they'll be the perfect shoe for my upcoming holiday.

Second up is the Aussie Mega Watt Shower Gel which I featured recently in a little haul and couldn't wait to try. Now that I've been using it for a couple of weeks, I can really say that it's done wonders for my skin. The oil like texture has made my skin a lot smoother and clearer, plus the energising sent is perfect for that morning pick me up too.

Next up is the Oliver Bonas Initial Cardholder which has come in handy recently with travelling and errand running as it holds just enough without being too bulky (usually my driving license, cards and a small amount of cash) and is perfect for being adaptable for different situations.

Finally is the item that has garnered a lot of attention on social media and in real life and that is the Casetify Metaluxe case in Abstraction Outline in White by Project M. This little beauty is the sturdiest case I think I've ever got for my phone, plus one of the most stylish too which is an added bonus. When Ive put this case on my Instagram and Twitter has garnered a hell of lot of attention, and has even been reposted by Casetify and the artist herself who also comes from where I live! HOW SPOOKY!? I can't wait to get more items from Casetify in the future.

The poll for The Male Grooming Reviews Best Mens Lifestyle Blog has now closed, and Im still incredibly honoured that I got nominated for it. I was up against some really stiff competition and still can't believe my little blog was up against some of the best in the industry.

What have you been loving this past month? Let me know below!

Until next time,

Jay

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COASTAL CALLING - BRIGHTON HAUL // IYAAJAY

April 20, 2015

I began my week off work by heading to one of my favourite coastal hotspots, Brighton, to spend the day taking in the sights and sea air and also pick up some incredible pieces too as well as some unforeseen shoe trauma.

We started off by heading to Lou Lou's Vintage Fair held at the Corn Exchange, which unfortunately was a little disappointing if I'm honest as it was a lot of faux vintage and upcycled pieces. So to ease the pain, I headed to two of my favourite stores, All Saints and The White Company.

Landscape Crew T-shirt

Ive been eyeing up this tee for some time, and originally saw it in the concession in Fenwicks in Tunbridge Wells but I just couldn't justify the £40 price tag it came with so I was incredibly happy to see this in the mid season sale for £28 which I couldn't turn down. The material is super soft like all All Saints tees, and the print nails the SS15 urban florals trend which was heralded by Burberry and Topman Design. I can't wait to team this with my staple jeans and another little piece Ive just ordered that I'll mention later on.

Sea Salt Votive

If you know me pretty well, you know that I love sea salt scents, and I couldn't quite believe The White Company has finally turned it into a limited edition candle for this season. After last seasons Fireside candle that my mum is so obsessed with (She won't burn it as she wants it to last) I was clambering to get my hands on the newest edition. With notes of Vetiver, Eucalyptus and a heady note of nostalgia, it reminds me of spending days down on the beach in Cornwall when I was younger. I also don't plan to burn this as I adore the scent too much to ever lose it, but they approx last up to 20 hours, and also come in an incredibly heavy glass votive which can be reused as either storage or a tea light holder too.

Whilst also in Brighton, we also popped to Strada, our little tradition if we ever visit, and had an amazing lunch (I highly recommend the Parma Pizza, where I also overcame my weird phobia of eating tomatoes *side note, I can eat tomato sauce etc but can't eat proper tomatoes but I made myself try them and surprised myself*). We love the atmosphere in there as its so laid back but also homely at the same time.

Another item I was hunting for in Brighton was a pair of summer sandals, and was aiming to get the Zara Combined Sandals or the All Saints Nuvos Sandals that Ive previously featured on my blog, but unfortunately both stores didnt stock either which really frustrated me as I had my heart set on either pair but thought Topman would have something. I decided to try on their Saxon Strap Leather Sandals in all Black which although look amazing in real life, just didn't fit at all (I tried on both a 9 and a 10 and they just crippled) so I tried on the Rodden Slider in Black Leather but I couldn't even get my foot past the middle of the strap and there was just no way they were going to fit either. So, being a bit disheartened, on the way home I decided to hit the ASOS app and discovered the ASOS Sandals in Leather which I just had to have. They're exactly the pair I was originally looking for and I just so happened to slip and accidentally order them (who believed that? nobody? okay then) so I can't wait to style them with the All Saints tee (if they fit when I get them)

BRING ON SUMMER

Voting is still open for The Male Grooming Review Best Men's Lifestyle Blog (10 days left) and I would love your support as I'm up against some incredibly well known guys in the field and I almost feel like the little outsider! If you would like to vote, please click the link above and vote for IYAAJAY, I would genuinely appreciate it.

Until next time guys,

Jay

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