Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts

Friday, 30 May 2014

Want Maleficent CheekBones?


If it wasn't astoundingly obvious already, content on here has been a little.. sparse? non existent. Though my first exam is looming in less than a week, this discovery was enough to pull me out of my revision depths and realise my desperate blogging itches. 

I will admit, I'm a complete contour fiend. Anything that claims to work wonders with the hollows makes an automatic dash to the top of my extremely long wish list, but of course this bearing the name 'Sculpt' had me running for the hills...towards the nearest MAC counter. 

Friday, 14 March 2014

Emergency Shoe Purchases



I wouldn't personally count myself a shoe hoarder as such... in fact, if I get my hands on a versatile pair that will last me most days, then I'd rather spare the extra 5 minutes attempting to match 10 different options to an outfit. Unfortunately, I had a sole disaster whilst roaming the grounds of topshop and my beloved ankle boots had finally popped it's poor sole clogs. It was simply unacceptable to walk out knowing that my shoes were a wreck, and so my only option was to quickly pick out a pair and slip them on once exiting the pay point. Of course, I was pretty lucky that my shoes chose topshop to say its final goodbyes as the new offerings were already luring me in.

I'm 5'2 so as you can imagine, my first port of call was a stable heel that could be worn fairly casually. I figured the black boots above were quite trainer-esque with the lace ups making it casual, whilst providing me with a tad more height. Since the sun is yet to become a constant element, a warmer foot option is indeed still needed.

Finally, everyone needs a trusty pair of flats. With spring coming into play in the next month or two, I wanted to feel somewhat prepared for the odd sunnier day. The nude/pink tone suits just about any ensemble and adds a light freshness.

Saturday, 22 February 2014

Deborah Lippmann | SPRING REVERIES | Spring 2014



*PR Sample

Pastels make their mark just about every spring, and this year is certainly no different. Deborah Lippmann has released six fabulously opaque polishes in the Spring Reveries collection; all of which I'm dying to get my hands on! 

Thursday, 28 November 2013

NOTD #7 : The Statement White

Barry M's - White (£2.99)

Just a sneakily quick post on whats been adorning my nails for the past week or so. White or so called 'tipp-ex' nails have been a lingering trend for quite some time and especially over the summer when complimenting our glowing tans that we worked oh so hard for. However, I find that this simply makes such an effortless statement, one in which typically takes no more than 5-10 minutes with 2 coats and fits both the warmer and cooler seasons. If I'm still lusting after a bold nail choice but am too damn lazy to get a little creative with nail art then this is what I tend to steer towards. Of course when it gets near to christmas then a few festive creations will be greeting these pages but for now, I think I'll be sticking with the lazily white offering. 

Tuesday, 3 September 2013

THE BALM Mary-Lou Manizer Hightlighter






This has been lingering on my wish list for the longest time. I was planning on purchasing it during my trip to the US but not so surprisingly I blew my budget not even half way through the vacation so that idea was a no go. However, I'm glad that I waited as scrolling through the Feel Unique website after hearing of a summer sale I found that this was in fact on sale for £12. I squealed at the sight of it on my screen and that alone made my week. After finding a few other bargain picks, I couldn't wait for it to arrive. 

I had never purchased 'The Balm' products before hand so I was intrigued to find how this would fair to other brands of similar price. I've heard countless positive comments on this highlighter and so my expectations where of high standard. At first glance, the packaging is adorable and eye catching and I find the design similar to that of a Benefit product. 

Tuesday, 27 August 2013

MAC LIPSTICK: Vegas Volt








Being a lip junky, every time I enter the realm of MAC, the lip counter always seems to draw me in like a fat kid with cake and I end up walking out with a new lip product without myself even realising it.. I know that is surely classed as some sort of problem but this colour was just to perfect to pass up. 
I absolutely adore coral lips through the summer or if I feel daring enough then sporting it through winter is by no means out of line. I know summer is sadly drawing to a close but I feel like purchasing this shade is helping me to prolong that summer feeling. 

Monday, 22 July 2013

REVIEW: Rimmel Kate Moss Matte Lipstick






Le Swatch:- 

'111'- Left
'110'- Right 




After purchasing these two lip products a couple of weeks ago, I have been doing a little bit of a mental review since these were the formulas I yet to have tried. 

Thursday, 11 July 2013

NOTD #1



After the miraculous weather change that the UK has been having recently, I have, of course, taken advantage of the sunshine and bagged myself quite the tan
 So in order to enhance my newly bronzed skin I decided to paint my nails in a bright Coral almost orange toned red shade, perfect for the summer! 

I used Barry M's 'Coral'. I have always been a fan of Barry M nail paints and I remember it being the first vanish I bought and now in fact makes up the majority of my collection. 
So I highly recommend this shade for summer for that bright, almost neon pop of colour and just Barry M nail polishes in general!



Love 


Wednesday, 10 July 2013

First Impressions: NAKED palette



 


 I know I am VERY late on the band wagon... in fact, it has probably been around the world 12 times and broken down along the way. Point is, I finally caved and purchased the much hyped about Urban Decay palette and at first glance it certainly hasn't disappointed. Of course, I have seen and read many videos and blogs on the much loved palette so I already had very high expectations. 

Tuesday, 9 July 2013

NailArt: My Justin Bieber Design


So I know Justin Bieber isn't to everyones taste but I guess you could call me a fan.. that has more than a few posters and a cardboard cut out but I promise I'm not a crazy stalker! 

Anyways, I love nail art and it's something that I have been doing for quite a while now so I thought it would be good to start posting some of my nail designs on here just to add a bit of variety.

For this design I used:- 

  • BARRY M- 

white, lemon ice cream, bright purple, magenta glitter, black and white. 
(as you can tell, I'm a bit obsessed with Barry M polishes!)

  • NailArt striper polishes (for the lines and piano)-  you can easily find these online on Ebay and Amazon for a reasonable price

  • Dotting Tools - You can also find these on Ebay and Amazon for just a few pounds and they will be so useful if you want to carry on experimenting with nailArt 

In the future I may start doing a step by step post on some of my designs,

Love


SUMMER SELECTION SERIES: Summer Make Up Bag Essentials



So my summer selection series is expanding and I thought this would be another simple post as to what I typically carry in my makeup bag in the summer; wether it be a shopping day or a day out with friends  

Wednesday, 3 July 2013

SUMMER SELECTION SERIES: 5 Products I Would Repurchase







Sorry I haven't posted in a while but I do have an excuse.
 So this week I have been on a work placement in a... wait for it.... law firm! and yes, I do feel a bit like legally blonde (which is my all time favourite movie... EVER!) so that just may have influenced my interest in law... But anyways, Its still going on and have accumulated many paper cuts from all the filing but its an experience. 

Long introduction over. So I thought I would do another post in my Summer Selection Series and watching through my subscriptions I saw this title come up a lot so I thought it would be fun!

Thursday, 27 June 2013

SUMMER SELECTIONS SERIES: Beach Beauty Essentials

Summer is in full bloom and as per usual England is nothing but a nasty rain cloud (which is really not surprising) However, in order to brighten up my mood I have been thinking about some beach essentials that I will be needing when I go on holiday and have the opportunity to tan by the sea!




Summer is in full bloom and as per usual England is nothing but a nasty rain cloud (which is really not surprising) However, in order to brighten up my mood I have been thinking about some beach essentials that I will be needing when I go on holiday and have the opportunity to tan by the sea!

Wednesday, 26 June 2013

SUMMER SELECTION SERIES: Top 5 Summer Lip Products


 I'm about to make a big confession.... i have a bit of an obsession for lip products; I always feel accomplished when returning home from a shopping trip with a good lipstick or gloss so as part of my summer selection series I thought a Top 5 would fit nicely.