Spikes Of Desire...

Watch yourself happy go lucky Spring fashion, because you're about to get spiked! Summer is well and truly on its way meaning it's time to say au revouir to flirty florals and bonjour to sultry spikes - don't ask me why i'm coming over all French on you, I just am!

Spike clad clothes, shoes, bags and jewellery are hot right now and us Mice are all over this tough-luxe glamour look. So much so I've actually adapted my look to embrace this trend... 

No! That's a step too far even in the name of fashion. Instead we've all been busy purchasing a few choice spiky warrior pieces to toughen up our wardrobes. Check out our top buys below...

HK Mouse...

If you like your bling with bite this Mawi ring from the Punk Rajah Collection is the perfect way to spike your summer look. Chunky with some seriously menacing spearheads, this is a statement piece that's guaranteed to give everything a little extra edge. Yours for £220, but cruise the Mawi website with care, there's just too much amazingness on there...

Kitten heels with razor sharp claws - these Zara studded slingbacks will punk up your 9-5 uniform and get the office gossip going.  If you'd told us we'd be wearing mini heels this time last year, we'd have laughed in your face, but these bad boys just seem to work. Bag a pair for a bargainous £39.99!

Middle Mouse...

Pack a punch quite literally with this MFP MariaFrancescaPepe dainty little knuckle duster, trust me it will take an eye out so wear with care! This rose gold beauty also has the ability to double up as an eye catching necklace, string it on a chain and wear away. Snap up on MyWardrobe for just £44...

Get your kicks from these punk-rock Office sandals - they're guaranteed to redefine power dressing! Snakeskin leather straps with brassy gold spikes and buckles - the perfect festival footwear. A snip at just £35, I have a feeling I'm going to wear these ragged this Summer...

Mini Mouse...

This Zara purse is as bold as brass and has been known to bite back when you go to open it after a 4 hour shopping stint in Topshop! Priced at just 19.99 you can't go far wrong...

Take a walk on the wild side with these fierce and fabulous Sam Edelman peep toe stilettos! Sporting a cluster of gunmetal and diamante studs and spikes these works of art are sure to shake up any look. These Lorissa heels come in an array of colour option in both leather and suede, purchase the black leather style at MyWardrobe for £200.

Mice Advice: iPad Cases

We haven't mice adviced for ages but you'll be pleased to hear that the requests have been flooding in recently so we've got our helpful hats on and will be bringing lots of Mice Advice to you in the next couple of weeks...  First up, we've received an iPad related dilemma from one our 3BM blog buds, Ellie. As always we're here to help... 

'@3BadMice Lovely mice, I need an iPad cover - can you help?! I am quite likely to throw it about a bit so it'll need to be protective. Quite like the ones that have a built-in stand but willing to sacrifice functionality for something fun...'

The mice have digested the challenge, dressed the options up in shining armour and here they are ready to come to the rescue...! For starters, here are a couple of statement stand-up options to consider...

Pantone iPad2 case - £59.99

Well we all love a pop of Pantone colour in our life so my first suggestion is going to be a protective standing book option from the one and only Pantone. Available in classic black, dove grey, ruby red and ocean blue. 

Images via www.londongraphics.co.uk

Smythson Folding Case £325

Pricey but gorgeous!  We're green with envy over any fashionista who can afford this snazzy iPad coat!  Made from croc-print calf skin with secure press stud tab fastener, this case is practically perfect in every way as Mary Poppins would say!

Smythson peridot green iPad case - £162 reduced from £325

Up next a bit of a bargain... this Smythson doesn't act as a stand but HK Mouse has it in blue and she can confirm that it's great for people prone to bashing their iPad about a bit (she's very clumsy).  Beautiful leather, gorgeous colour and it comes complete with handy pockets to stash business cards, shopping lists and other bits and bobs.  

www.mywardrobe.com

A couple on the more practical, functional side...

Hard Graft Heritage Tilt iPad Case - £96

One for the boys, this sturdy Hard Graft felt and leather case rolls into a nifty stand.  The perfect present for your boyfriend - gift it and then steal it back on those days that you're rocking an androgynous vibe...

Images via: www.hardgraft.com

Daycraft iPad Pocket - HKD279 (just over £22)

Hong Kong based, Daycraft focuses on getting you organised or at least getting you looking organised... Co-ordinate your iPad case to your diary, your notebook and your document wallet and look chic and put together at all times (even if the opposite's true in reality).  The sleek simple pockets come in a range of colours which co-ordinate with their host of other stationery products and Daycraft offers free worldwide shipping.

Image via: www.daycraft.com.hk

Moving away from the practical and focusing on just plain fun and fabulous...

Marc By Marc Jacob neon-line yellow option - £45

Look on the bright side of life with this zesty embossed iPad case. By day this item will protect all evil from your pride of joy and by night it doubles up as a chic clutch. When cost per wear comes into the equation it means this beauty is near enough free...!

www.mywardrobe.com

Under Cover leather envelope - £36.95

Opt for a subtle sugar-coloured envelope style pouch. Available in sky blue and a pretty pink, this style come complete with silk lining and a magnetic fastener. 

www.selfridges.com 

Angel Jackson Python Ipad Case - £150
The Mice are a little Angel Jackson obsessed!  A quick glance at this slice of snakey, turquoise gorgeousness and its pretty easy to see why!  Angel Jackson also carry a range of clutches that are just the right size to house your iPad - the perfect excuse to add to your handbag collection...

image via: www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk

DIY Neon iPad Case - Free(ish!)

We always love a DIY option especially when it looks this good!  If you have the time and patience, Swell Mayde has a very easy to follow DIY case/clutch design for you!  Dig out your needle and thread, get all crafty and feel all smug domestic goddess when the compliments roll in...

Images via: www.swellmayde.com