Autumn/Winter Wish List
Tuesday, October 01, 2013
Here is my autumn/winter wish list (one of many) and I have included some haircare, makeup, clothing, skincare and accessories in this post. I have bought the coat from this post and sadly it had to go back but it looks gorgeous.
1. Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette (£20): I have wanted this palette since it launched, last year I think, and it is just divine! It has all but one matte shades and the packaging is size is just perfect. I have a 20% off code for Hqhair so I may get it - code: ticktock
2. Newlook Duffle Coat (£34.99): I actually bought this coat a couple of weeks ago because I loved it online so much but when it arrived it was a much dark taupe colour and the shoulders were really big and pronounced which I don't like on me but it is a really nice coat, sadly it has to go back.
3. Babylis Perfect Curl (£180): I saw this on youtube as a tutorial/demo video and from them on all I can think about is this curler! It is such a strange and new concept for curling your hair - you need to go to youtube to see a demo of this curler - it will blow your mind!
4. REN Hydracalm Cleansing Gel (£18): I bought this cleanser a while ago and I used it all up and I definitely want to repurchase it. My skin has been acting up a bit lately and this didn't irritate my skin when I had it last year so I want it again - and I just love the brand and packaging.
5. Zara Bowling bag with zips (£29.99): I need a moments silence for this bag..........how freakin' gorgeous is this bag! I need this bag, even more than I needed the office city bag. I love the colour and the shape, it looks perfect.....
6. Pretty Small Shoes Easy Rider Calf Boots (£199): I have really tiny feet (UK size 1 and 2) so it is difficult for me to find shoes/boots/heels that fit and that don't look like childrens/teen shoes. I saw these boots and immediately fell in love! I have bought from this site before and the service was really food.
22 comments
Week in photographs #38/39
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Here is my latest week in photographs post where I show you the main parts of my week - I have decided to make these posts every two weeks so I have time for other posts. Anyway, my week has consisted of: Facetime calls to my sister at uni, oreo milkshakes, writing reviews, meeting up with family, coffee, new makeup/skincare/candle buys, being ill and fall/halloween draft posts.
I am still ill this week with a cold so I haven't wanted to do much at all, I have just been writing reviews and blog posts and making soup and oreo milkshakes! I have been loving oreo milkshakes recently. I just put about four oreos, three small scoops vanilla ice cream and approx. 50ml milk in a blender/food processor and it makes an amazing oreo flavoured milkshake - I think I have an addiction!
There have been quite a few new beauty releases that have just hit online stores such as the revlon chalkboard nail polish duos (drooling over), the new Barry M matte and glitter fall polishes, Loreal's eau de teint foundation, a bourjois eyebrow mascara that I haven't seen before, new barry m eyeshadow palettes, Lush halloween products and the Boots christmas shop is now open - exciting!
Also I have been writing fall/autumn/halloween related posts this week - I have so many blog posts drafts it is a bit crazy! I have halloween and fall nail designs, wish lists, recent makeup/skincare/candles buys, eczema, contouring, my favourite drugstore makeup, muji makeup storage and so much more coming over the next month, so stay tuned! I have a giveaway coming soon too which I am excited about but it will only be for UK residents as it is four full size Ciate nail polishes, samples and a Topshop eyeshadow crayon!
I now have over 880 followers via GFC and bloglovin combined which is just amazing and my blog has gone over 50,000 page views this week too which I am so happy about - thank you to everyone who follows my blog!
August & September Favourites!
Friday, September 27, 2013
When I first started blogging I used to make favourites posts every month but I haven't done any in what seems like a year so here is my favourite makeup, skincare and haircare products for August and September!
1. NYX Powder Blush, 'Taupe': I bought this blush after months and months of drooling over it and I bought it from 123hairandbeauty. It was around £5 and I have been using it on and off for about three weeks and I love it. It is a rosy brown blush but it great as a contour because it looks quite ashy on the skin which gives the impression of a shadow. I am going to create a post about my favourite products to contour with (for pale skin) soon!
2. Dr Jart+ BB Beauty Balm 'Platinum': I have wanted to try the Dr Jart BB creams for ages as they are supposed to be nothing like the watered down/light coverage western bb creams. I put of getting one of the BB creams as there are quite a few in the range but I ended up buying the Platinum one which is supposed to be for people over 30 so I thought it would be great for my dry skin as the older you get the more your skin is going to be drier. I have used it about six times now and I really like it. It is the first BB cream that I like! Review coming soon.
3. Illamasqua Blush Brush: I bought this brush a few months ago and it was part of a collection - it was pretty damn expensive, in my opinion at around £28 for one brush but I couldn't stop thinking about it. I bought it from Asos and even though it is stated as a blush brush I use it for contouring as it is the best shape for contouring the face! I have no idea why they say it is a blush brush, it is very dense and perfect for contouring.
4. Mac Eyebrow Pencil 'Lingering': Love, love, love this eyebrow pencil - it is a bit expensive, although being from Mac you wouldn't expect anything else (it seems like their prices go up daily!). I love this pencil, it is so quick and easy to use and it looks so natural - but there are some flaws with this product. I also love the Loreal Brow Artist Pencil too which I took on holiday with me.
5. Kielhs Ultimate Strength Hand Salve: I received this as part of my Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar last year and I have been using it almost constantly - it is a staple product in my handbag. I took this hand cream with me on holiday to Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Estonia and Finland - it is a great hand cream. I have also been loving the Avene hand cream even more which is a very recently favourite.
6. KMS Free Shape Blowdry Spray: Myself and my sister have been using this on and off for the past couple of weeks and it has honestly cut down the time it takes to blow dry our hair by about 1/3. It is a great little spray and it makes my hair quicker to dry and smoother too.
7. Murad Recovery Treatment Gel: I received this as part of a prize that I won from Birch Box/Murad. I picked it because I have a lot of redness in my skin and sensitiveity due to eczema and I have been using this on and off for a couple of weeks and I definitely notice a reduction in the redness of my skin and it makes my skin really smooth too. I need to try it out more but so far so good!
8. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Creme Contour: I have mentioned this in a post or two already and I just love it. I bought it from lookfantastic as I had an offer code so it came to about £17. It is a cream that has a light/medium hold and you can shape your hair with it, tame frizz and add volume - it smells divine too.
2. Dr Jart+ BB Beauty Balm 'Platinum': I have wanted to try the Dr Jart BB creams for ages as they are supposed to be nothing like the watered down/light coverage western bb creams. I put of getting one of the BB creams as there are quite a few in the range but I ended up buying the Platinum one which is supposed to be for people over 30 so I thought it would be great for my dry skin as the older you get the more your skin is going to be drier. I have used it about six times now and I really like it. It is the first BB cream that I like! Review coming soon.
3. Illamasqua Blush Brush: I bought this brush a few months ago and it was part of a collection - it was pretty damn expensive, in my opinion at around £28 for one brush but I couldn't stop thinking about it. I bought it from Asos and even though it is stated as a blush brush I use it for contouring as it is the best shape for contouring the face! I have no idea why they say it is a blush brush, it is very dense and perfect for contouring.
4. Mac Eyebrow Pencil 'Lingering': Love, love, love this eyebrow pencil - it is a bit expensive, although being from Mac you wouldn't expect anything else (it seems like their prices go up daily!). I love this pencil, it is so quick and easy to use and it looks so natural - but there are some flaws with this product. I also love the Loreal Brow Artist Pencil too which I took on holiday with me.
5. Kielhs Ultimate Strength Hand Salve: I received this as part of my Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar last year and I have been using it almost constantly - it is a staple product in my handbag. I took this hand cream with me on holiday to Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Estonia and Finland - it is a great hand cream. I have also been loving the Avene hand cream even more which is a very recently favourite.
6. KMS Free Shape Blowdry Spray: Myself and my sister have been using this on and off for the past couple of weeks and it has honestly cut down the time it takes to blow dry our hair by about 1/3. It is a great little spray and it makes my hair quicker to dry and smoother too.
7. Murad Recovery Treatment Gel: I received this as part of a prize that I won from Birch Box/Murad. I picked it because I have a lot of redness in my skin and sensitiveity due to eczema and I have been using this on and off for a couple of weeks and I definitely notice a reduction in the redness of my skin and it makes my skin really smooth too. I need to try it out more but so far so good!
8. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Creme Contour: I have mentioned this in a post or two already and I just love it. I bought it from lookfantastic as I had an offer code so it came to about £17. It is a cream that has a light/medium hold and you can shape your hair with it, tame frizz and add volume - it smells divine too.
Choies Fashion: Paisley print dress
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
I was contacted a few months ago by Choies Fashion, an online clothing store about working with them. I looked on their online shop and there were so many cute items from dresses, jumpers and tops to sunglasses, jewellery and hats. I agreed straight away and I picked the *paisley print dress which I can't seem to find on the website any more but I love it - for more information about the website, click here.
Here is the dress that I picked, firstly I love the print/colour of the dress, it is gorgeous! I also love that it goes with tan items, such as my tan belt (newlook). The size was 'one size' and there were measurements so I knew how it would look on me and the length is fantastic as usually dresses are long on me (as I am quite petite) but the dress comes to just above my knees. I am a UK 8. I also love the sleeve length, 3/4 sleeve dresses that fit me are quite rare to find so I am really happy with this dress. The fabric is a silky material, it is smooth and floaty and I did take this dress on holiday with me in August but it was far too cold/raining/windy to wear it unfortunately.
Overall, I love my dress and I love the range of dresses on Choies - I also really like the jumpers, tops and the bags are really cute too. Choies clothing/accessories are on trend, celebrity inspired and they have some gorgeous and unusual pieces - I would definitely recommend looking at their website (especially at the dresses!). I will probably be posting a Choies wish list soon (not sponsored) because there are some items that I love!
e-tailPR Fashion Union Competition
Monday, September 23, 2013
I am a member of E-Tail PR which is a blogger/company networking site and they currently have a competition with Fashion Union to win £500 to spend on the Fashion Union website - I had to enter! For more information about this competition, click here. I have bought some knitwear from Fashion Union in the past and I have been really happy with it, for more information about Fashion Union and their clothing, click here. They have a fantastic range of clothing, shoes and accessories all at really great prices - and their sales are amazing!
1. Khaki Boucle Military Double Breasted Jacket: I love military jackets, especially for autumn/winter - they are always on trend and look great with skinny jeans and boots. Also khaki is always a staple colour for A/W.
2. Cream Stripe Skater Dress: Skater dresses are so quick and easy to style, they go with everything and they are really flattering as they skim over those hips. They look great with a big chunky cardigan or a biker/leather jacket. I love this plain, simple striped dress!
3. Black Raglan Sleeve Top: Oh America! Who doesn't love everything American - from Reeces and Covergirl to the Olsen twins and raglan tops! Raglan tops are some of my favourite to wear on casual comfy days - and they look so American! Also this one (it comes in other colours too) is so cheap!
4. Black Woven Skirt With Frontal Baroque Print: I am not really a skirt kind of girl but I just love the unique and gorgeous print! I can imagine wearing this skirt with tights and a white cami tucked it - love it. It looks similar to a skirt that I saw in Look magazine a few weeks ago.
5. Black Curved Brim Bolwer Hat: How adorable is this hat, I need it. I like hats especially for autumn/winter and this one looks great and it will go with skinny jeans and a biker jeans or with a dress and heels.
6. Denim Frayed Edges Bleached Denim Shorts: Here is my slight obsession with America again - I wanted to buy a pair of shorts like this from Topshop but I didn't want to spend topshop prices - I think these would look great with the black raglan top, thick tights and chelsea boots.
7. Black Mixed Stud Biker Boots: I love boots and the detail on these is really cute and makes they look more expensive - biker boots are perfect with skinny jeans and a white top all year round.
What do you think of my wish list? And what is on your Fashion Union wish list?
The Autumn Tag!
Sunday, September 22, 2013
I saw this tag on a couple of blogs and I had to do it. Usually I am never excited about autumn because it means that summer, holidays and my birthday is over but the past couple of years I have been really excited about autumn and not just because of the prospect of Christmas and presents! I can't wait for crisp leaves, autumn candles, limited edition coffee and seasonal products in stores - as well as autumn/winter cosmetic collections.
 |
| All images from Pinterest |
1. Favourite thing about
it?
Crisp leaves, candles, hot chocolate and the prospect of Halloween
and Christmas!
2. Favourite drink?
Gingerbread lattes, hot chocolate and any kind of limited
edition coffee!
3. Favourite scent?
Vanilla, coffee or baking scents!
4. Best lipstick?
Probably my Korres lip butter in the shade ‘rose’ as it has
a gorgeous berry tint and it is moisturising
5. Go to moisturiser?
My long term go to moisturiser is thr Simple Rich
Moisturiser but a more heavy duty moisturiser I have been loving recently is
the Organic Surge Super Intensive daily Moisturiser – along with a sample of
Hydraluron!
6. Go to colour for the
eyes?
Smokey browns
7. Favourite music or
band/singer to listen to?
Currently, vampire weekend, fall out boy and film
soundtracks. Also Christmas music during autumn as everything christmasy is
already in stores.
8. Favourite outfit to
wear?
Skinny jeans, striped sweater, brown boots and a snood –
probably a structured duffle coat too.
9. Autumn treat?
More coffee and hot chocolate than I probably should consume
– and a bit of cheeky comfort food: cheesy pasta!
10. Favourite place to
be?
In bed! Or shopping…