Topshop Sunbeam Highlighter

Topshop Sunbeam Highlighter - £10


When it comes to shimmery makeup, I'm such a magpie. Being drawn in by anything that sparkles in the light. Whilst in Topshop testing out a few different products and becoming covered in stains from swatches, I noticed the Topshop Sunbeam Highlighter. I'm fairly new to highlighters, but as soon as I'd swatched this, my whole hands and arms ended up doused in glittery gold dust. No matter how much I willed to wipe away the dazzling glitter flecks, they remained put. Even in my messy twinkly state, I did think to myself that it must be a long lasting product (when applied correctly) as no matter how much I scrubbed, the glitter wouldn't budge.

What are your favourite highlighters? What have you tried and tested? What don't you rate?

It's Snow Joke!

 Denim shirt: Topshop  |  Skirt: Topshop  |  Necklace: Primark

Not really a fan of my face nor my hair in these photos, but I took them in a rush so I didn't really have many to choose from. I can't believe the masses of snow we had over the weekend! Whilst out for lunch with my friend on Saturday, we had to dash back home before we got stranded in the snow. It was like a blizzard outside. I honestly was beginning to think that we had escaped the white stuff this year - how wrong was I? I'm not really a fan of snow, it just makes everything difficult. Snow rant, rarrr!

Have you all had a nice weekend? What did you get up to in the snow?

Me and my Boyfriend took a stroll down to our local shopping centre (luckily our new house is in walking distance) and we picked up a few bits and bobs. Then spent the rest of the afternoon snoozing on the settee watching a bit of telly.

What has the snow been like where you live?



Rusty Round the Edges

Birdie Blouse - New Look  |  Leggings - Topshop  |  Blazer - New Look  |  Scarf - ASOS  |  Bag - Pauls Boutique  |  Shoes - Primark  |  Socks - Primark

I haven't worn this blouse for a while and noticed it sadly draped over a hanger in my wardrobe, just wanting to be worn. With the winter weather quickly approaching, chiffon blouses are not what I want to be wearing right now. They most definitely have the chilly-factor.

However, I decided to nip to our local Shopping Centre, Meadowhall, to do a spot of Christmas shopping. Knowing that I'd be indoors all night, I figured that it probably would be the best time to whip out the chiffon blouse. Teamed with a blazer and scarf (mainly to keep me warm in the car journey), I managed to balance the warmth out just right.

The present shopping was successful and I've pretty much managed to get all of my Christmas shopping! Wowza, it isn't even December! I just have a few more bits and bobs to get.

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?



My Lipstick Collection

After a recent makeup clear out and updated storage organisation, I decided to pop a little post on here of my lipstick collection. I constructed a lipstick collection post a while ago, and since then I've accumulated a few more lipsticks - I think I actually have a few more since this I took these photos, but hey ho, let's get cracking!

I have a wide variety of colours and brands - my all time favourite being MAC. Something I did notice is that I actually don't own any red lipsticks! Shock horror! I have a red lip gloss, but none of the lipstick variety. If you girls would like to recommend to me your favourite red lipstick it would be much appreciated. I've got my eye on the Me Me Me lipstick in Ultimate Red, which I quite like. Also, used by Towie's Lydia.

Anyways, I'm digressing. Here are my lipsticks in all their glory;

Light Pinks

[L-R]:

Bodyshop 55, MUA shade 2, Barry M 100, Elf Runway Pink, MAC Snob and x2 MAC Creme Cup. 

Purples

 [L-R]: 

 BeautyUK shade 3, MUA shade 3, Barry M Palest Lavendar, Revlon Wild Orchid, MAC Up the Amp.

Bright Pinks

[L-R]:

Barry M 140, Barry M 62, MUA shade 5, Topshop Brighton Rock, MAC Impassioned. 

Nudes

[L-R]:

 Barry M 101, MAC Myth, MAC Creme D'nude, MAC Shy Girl, MAC Venemous Villians range.

Oranges

[L-R]:

Barry M 54, Barry M 53, Sleek Peaches & Cream, MAC Vegas Volt, MAC Costa Chic, YSL Peach Faubourg.

PLUS: I've just purchased MAC Hue and MAC Viva Glam Gaga2.

So there we have it, my lipstick collection. My most used have to be MAC Creme Cup and MAC Shy Girl. Those are my all time favourite lipsticks. They're really wearable and seem to go with pretty much everything.

I'd love to see your lipstick collections! In fact, I tag you all to do it and then leave a comment with a link to your post. What are your favourite lipsticks?



Mind if I borrow your cape, Superman?

I'd just like to let out a big, crazy, rather loud "WOOP WOOP!" right now.I've just finished my last day at work, and now have a very leisurely five days off.

What will I be up to I hear you ask?

Well, I have a lot of fun filled days planned ahead. I always begin with good intentions of documenting my fun with the aid of my camera, but sadly end up either; forgetting the camera, the battery, or even just to take photos in general.

I'd like to start with an addition of lifestyle posts on my blog. Including day trips I've had out etc. My blog is usually filled with all things beauty and fashion related - but, if you would like to see more things I've been up to. Just let me know in the comments below and hopefully I'll begin putting up the odd 'My Week in Photos' posts.

Cape - Primark
White graphic Tee - All Saints
Wet Look leggings - Topshop
Ring - H&M

On a very spontaneous shopping trip the other day with my sister, we popped into Primark so that she could grab some tights. You know the drill - you can't just nip into Primark without doing the obligatory 'Lap-Of-Honour' (as I like to call it). I had a little dash round, as it was intended to be a quick trip, and happily stumbled across the following cape.

Straight into the basket it went!

What are you lovely ladies up to over this week/weekend? Do you like the idea of seeing more lifestyle shots on my blog? If there is anything you would like to see more of, please feel free to comment below.

Have a lovely week!

Wishlist: March Edition

OMG T-shirt
I'm so upset that this is out of stock. I wanted it during my shopping ban and now that it's over, the tee is out of stock. Boo hoo. As soon as I saw this on the Topshop website, I needed it. How fitting for the world of internetz. Right?


Sigma Makeup Brushes
I've heard so, so many great things about Sigma makeup brushes, and how they're an amazing MAC dupe. I'd love to try them out at some point soon and will most definitely be ordering the full kit when I have some pennies to spare. Does anybody own any Sigma brushes? I'd love to hear more about them.


Barry M Nail Paint - Acid Yellow
Wowza! Isn't this just a 'smack-you-right-in-the-face-and-shout-about-it' kind of colour. OK, I understand that's not a great way to describe it - but, it's just amazingly loud. I love it! A must for the coming summer months.


Topshop socks
Everybody and their Grandmothers seem to be wearing over the knee socks in black these days (including myself). I'm really a fan of these lovely oatmeal ones from Topshop. They'd look lovely with pastel colours on a breezy day.


Tan brogues
I've been lusting after these babies for so long now. I think even before my shopping ban. Practical and easy to wear - they'll literally go with anything in my wardrobe!


PS. I've currently got a few items listing on eBay. If you would like to check them out, please click here. I really hope that you find something you like! I've listed a lot of great things for the upcoming summer months!

Bloggers Sheffield Meetup Outfit Post

This weekend has actually been amazing. I've met some truly great girls!

As most of you will know, I have been organising a Bloggers/YouTubers meet up for some time now and the actual event took place this weekend. I have so many hilarious photos for you all to see. We really are a crazy bunch.

I'll be constructing a 'Meet Up' post in the next couple of days, but until then - I have provided you with a few pictures of what I wore.

This is the outfit I was sporting for the night out;

Camel Shirt - Ark
Belt - Primark
Skirt - Topshop

And here is what I wore in the day;

Tshirt - Made by myself (Inspired by the She Died of range) I also cut the collar & sleeves

Leggings - H&M

And just a quick picture of my ugly mug to finish it all off!

Project Nail Art: Lauren Conrad Inspired Leopard Nails

I recently saw that the very beautiful Lauren Conrad had tweeted a photo of her amazing leopard print nails. Feeling rather inspired after seeing this photo - I decided to give it a go myself.

Topshop - Mannequin

Unfortunately, I wish I'd have taken a photo of my nails the day I actually painted them. Instead, I left them two days before taking a photo - which is why they're looking little a tatty. Bad times. But, you pretty much get the gist.

In other 'Project Nail Art' news - I've really gotten into the whole nail art thing. Regularly painting my nails in adventurous quirky ways. Strangers often comment on my nails as of late. I can't wait to show you the other masterpieces I've painted on my pretty pollys.

Wishlist - February Edition

 

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Vivienne Westwood pirate boots
I cannot explain how long I've wanted these boots for. In fact, 'wanted' is an understatement. I need these boots. Unfortunately at £345, I can't justify spending that much on a pair of boots. My boyfriend, however, did buy me some Viv inspired boots which you've probably seen in my birthday post. Instead of being tan with cream buckles, mine are grey with black buckles - I wear them slightly slouched around my ankles. Such a staple item in the wardrobe at the moment.


Topshop Skinny Leather Trousers
Simple. Staple item. Multi-purpose wear.


Benefit Coralista
I have been lusting after Coralista for some time now, but recently bought MAC's Style blush. I'll probably wait until I've used that up before I go out and purchase this. I do really love the shade - but am yet still to pop my Benefit blush cherry. I love how the blushes come with the teeny tiny brush. Although, I don't think I'd use the applicator, it seems to me that this would make it rather difficult to apply the blush evenly? I may be wrong? I much prefer kabuki style brushes for blusher applying.


Clippy London Wash bag
How amazing are these wash/make-up bags? I stumbled across them on a couple of YouTube channels. I felt in adoration with the idea of customising your own make-up bag. The beauty of Clippy London, is that you can choose your very own photos to slot into their merchandise - creating your very own personalised item. Great huh? They also make great gifts!

Topshop Tunic
I'm currently obsessing over the whole tobacco/camel coloured fashion as of late. I think this colour is amazing for Autumn/Winter and looks great layered with chunky knits in navy blues and plum reds.

Love birds

I'm sure most of you will recognise this blouse from my Wishlist - January Edition post. I was really excited when I laid my eyes on it in my local New Look! I just had to purchase the little beauty after previous weeks of lusting over it.

Isn't it pretty? Annnd... It has cute little birdies on it too.

Bird chiffon blouse - New Look
Body Con skirt - Topshop

I also really love these boots. My boyfriend bought them for me back in August for my birthday. He spotted them after knowing how much I've been craving the Vivienne Westwood pirate boots, and thought they were a good dupe to be going on with.

As much as I love the Viv boots, I don't think I could justify spending £345.00 on them. This makes me sad.

Scrabble Ring - VIPXO
Clock pendant - Dorothy Perkins

Topshop Make-up Haul

OK, so I know I'm a little bit overdue with this post. I'd read so many blogs about Topshop's make-up range, and was very eager to try out a few products from their selection. Being a consistent Topshop customer, I've surprised myself that I haven't picked up any of their makeup sooner.

None the less, over the weekend, I toddled into my local Topshop hoping to try out a few pieces. After inspecting all of the items, I finally settled for the following;

Nail Varnish - Mannequin £5.00
Nail Varnish - Sketch £5.00
Lipstick - Brighton Rock £8.00

'Mannequin' is the beautiful delicate nude shade, perfect with one coat for a french manicure or two coats for a perfect peachy pastel finish. 'Sketch' is a real earthy, grungy dark grey. I love 'Sketch'. It's really classic and just about goes with everything!

I really rate these nail varnishes and would highly recommend them. I'm quite the critic when it comes to nail varnishes - I'm difficult to please. Not only are Topshop's polishes thick and luxurious, but they're also long lasting. Hurray for Topshop!

I also picked up 'Brighton Rock' from the lipstick range. I had my eye on 'Hazard' on their website, but this was much nicer in the flesh. It really reminds me of MAC's Impassioned (another favourite lipstick of mine), so I was really happy to pick this one up at £4.00 cheaper than the MAC one.

Their lipsticks aren't as drying as I was expecting and are long lasting too. I shall hopefully be picking some more up soon!

Has anyone tried out anything else from the Topshop make-up collection? I really want to give the Cream Blushes a try. I've never used a cream blush before though, I've always used powder blushes, so I'm not sure if I'd be any good at applying them. Let me know your musings..