#OOTD ft Rihanna x River Island SS13 collection!

Tuesday 25 June 2013

If you follow me us via our social media channels, you'll probably know that I'm heading to Barbados next month! I've never been before but it's always been on my list of 'countries to visit' and I'm beyond excited.

I've been trying to plan my holiday wardrobe for months in the hopes of channelling my inner Rihanna when I finally touch down in the Caribbean! I was struggling slightly (maxi dresses and...?) when I received one of the most exciting emails EVER from the girls at Rihanna's label Roc Nation. They had spoken with River Island who kindly told them they wanted to kit me out with some of the new Rihanna x River Island summer collection! Eeeep.
Rihanna x River Island Floral Dip Hem Culotte Dress
Rihanna Floral Dip Hem Culotte Dress: c/o River Island - Rihanna Cut-Out Ankle Boots: c/o River Island - Fedora: H&M - Bracelet: F21 - 
Necklace: Low Luv x Erin Wasson (as seen on Rihanna)

Rihanna x River Island Floral Playsuit Dress
Rihanna x River Island Cut-Out Lace Up Ankle Boots

Within a few days I was standing in my local River Island store feeling like a kid in a sweet shop. An hour later I left with 3 awesome outfits and a huge smile on my face. My first purchase was this beautiful floral culotte dress (£70) which comes with built-in shorts (I know, right!?). When I first saw it on the hanger I was a little worried it would be too short for me but the dip hem and built-in shorts provide a perfect fit so I don't feel like I'm going to flash. It also comes in red but I adore the floral print. It is slightly sheer so I popped a little bandeau underneath it for more coverage.

The cut-out boots (£95) are my absolute favourite, we're in love and will probably get married in Barbados. They're not just super fierce, they're uber comfortable too. The heel height is perfect for walking around in and the cut-outs make them the perfect holiday shoes. Nom.

I accessorised my look with a fedora, spikey bracelet and my cross necklace that Rihanna also owns! I like to think the bad girl herself would be proud of how I styled it. Thank you River Island and Roc Nation! <3

Are you a fan of this look? Have you bought anything from the Rihanna x River Island collection?

T - What a bad little girl I am. Xo

68 comments:

  1. Beautiful dress! You look stylish!

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  2. This looks so good on you, it's really clever that the dress has built in culottes great picks xxxx

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    1. Aw thank you Harriet, I love it - such a good idea!

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  3. That high low dress is fantastic! And since it is a bit short, it is perfect for petite girls like myself! Just wish they sold it here in the US! x

    Megan @ Little Miss Average

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    1. Awww, do they ship to the US? They should do! x

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  4. That dress is amazing! I love the dip hem and the added bonus of shorts is great. Hope you have a lovely time in Barbados, think of us when you're enjoying the lovely weather! x

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    1. Thank so much Jodie, at least the weather is is amazing at the moment ha ha. x

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  5. As iffff, I can only imagine how psyched you were to get that email! Haha you look pretty pleased here too :) The boots are SCK and I'm so surprised it's a culotte dress?!
    X

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    1. I nearly died haha! Thanks homes! I know, right!? I think everyone should do them.

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  6. Ooh what a gorgeous outfit, love the dress espeically paired with them shoes! x

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  7. Those boots are just amazing! I can't take my eyes off them! Gorgeous Tara!

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    Megan xxx

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    1. I feel so good in them every time I sleep them on! <3 x

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  8. Love the dress!

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  9. Ahh lucky you, you look amazing! I didn't like the first collection all that much but I'm obsessed with the second xxx

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  10. You look awesome! Love those cut out boots xx

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    1. Aw thanks Dude! Well they are your size... ;)

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  11. Gorgeous! The boots are particularly amazing, and I do love that location a lot! xxx

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    1. Thanks Carly! This has to be my favourite location to shoot snaps. <3

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  12. Ahh you look amazing! :) The boots are really cool.
    emmerliejay x

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  13. Eeeee! Super exciting! I'm not usually a fan of the celeb/highstreet collabs, so haven't been paying too much attention if I'm honest, but THOSE BOOTS! I am in love! The dress is gorgeous too, love the grungyness of the print, even I would be tempted by that & I don't usually do florals! :)

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    1. I can totally see you wearing these Steph! The other dress I chose definitely reminds me of you, I hope you like it... x

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  14. that dress is stunning!

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    xx

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  15. Wow, those shoes are AMAZING!

    Maria xxx

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  16. That dress is great, I really love the print. Would look good with some skinny jeans or leggings as well.

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  17. This looks awesome on you Tara, was a great shoot!! x

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  18. That dress is gorgeous! It looks incredible on you Tara! xxx



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  19. What a nice lovely dress!
    xoxo
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  20. Love lots :) great location too:)

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  21. Amazing! The black floral pieces are my favourites from the collection. THOSE SHOES!! super jealous of your holiday, bet it's going to be the best time ever! Am desperately trying to find the time and money to go on one. <3 xx

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    1. Awww thanks so much Sara. I hope you get to go on holiday, you work so hard, you definitely deserve it!

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  22. This dress looks amazing on you!! You look incredible Tara! x Laura

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  23. love that dress, but OMG those shoes are to die for! xx
    Alice Barton ♥ TheMowWay

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  24. Those boots are to die for!!!x
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  25. Check out you in your 'on location' shoot! Looking good babe!
    xxx

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  26. You look great, love this outfit!
    And great shooting location.

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    1. Thank you Jony! It's my favourite place to take photos. x

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  27. This Rihanna for RI dress looks gorgeous on you! I love it paired with your sandals too x

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    1. Aw thanks Gemma, the shoes are definitely my favourite piece from her collection!

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  28. That dress will look amazing in Barbados, especially with some sandals and sunglasses! You'll love it there, I loved it.. You'll wanna go back :D ❤ xx

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    1. I just need to decide on the right sunnies...Awww, so glad you loved it, I can't wait!

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  29. Lucky you! First a trip to Barbados, now Rihanna's collection! :) Have a great time :)

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  30. Those shoes are incredible! xx

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  31. One of my fave outfits of yours, you look amazing! Love the style and print of the dress and the boots speak for themselves! I haven't really looked into the Rihanna collection yet but I definitely will be now! x

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    1. Aw thanks Zandra, so glad you're a fan. Her collection this season is incredible!

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  32. Oooo how exciting. I wanna go Barbados and you are at bloody Glastonbury toooo. JEALOUS! Those boots are amazing xx

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