Ah, summer. Finally the right day came to wear my venerated white lace dress one that I bought in winter and have been peering at longingly ever since. It's a funny one; ¾ length sleeves and a short, lined dress which has to be worn on a warm day but definitely not a scorcher. The right day came about on Saturday, a mix of sunshine and white fluffy clouds with a light intermittent breeze to gently blow through my hair. All I needed was a small floral crown, some clinky jewellery (including my gorgeous necklace that just seems to work perfectly with so many pieces) and a good pair of ankle boots.

I'm really impressed with these brown chelsea boots from Shoe Zone. They fit really well and are super comfortable; I wore them all day and again yesterday too. You can't beat a practical pair of ankle boots and these brown Lilley boots are ideal for summer walks and of course, festivals! I think this boho outfit would be perfect for a day out at a festival this summer and one which I'd be wearing to spend a day chilling out with live music under the bright blue skies.

Have a wonderful day,

Sophie

Many thanks to Shoe Zone for sending me these fab boots to review!

This summer is all about boho for me, I'm obsessed with floral crowns and all I want to do is wander barefoot through the countryside in something simple that lets me feel like I'm thirteen and without a care in the world.

This floral crown is my first buy, from Primark no less for £3. It was the only design in store at the time but it was simply perfect and I was thrilled to find it. Chris is utterly baffled by it but I'm sure by the time August swings around he'll be asking to borrow it too*. I first wore it to a dear friend's wedding, here then to an evening party last week. I don't think I can bear to be parted with it for long at a time.

This dress is one of those eBay wins from a few years ago that sat dormant in my wardrobe through last summer for no good reason. In my head I was sure it was baggier than this (maybe it was and it shrunk in the wash or I've filled out) but it seems to be just the right fit to be comfortable yet semi-fitted without needing a belt. The silky material is light yet strong and the floral print is one of my favourites. Just look at the effort here, I even co-ordinated my nails (how often do you see this?!).

Dress – ebay, floral crown – Primark, bracelets – gifts

I never intended to go barefoot but after wandering around the forest paths in my now worn out pair of boots they looked distinctly shabby so I flung them into the long grass. Immediately I felt much better!

My magpie eyes are already on the hunt for more garland-style floral crowns (my collection is up to 2 so far) and I need you to tell me if you've seen any reasonably priced ones around.

Summer is my time and I want to make the most of it.

Sophie