Favourites of 2013 || Beauty,Skincare&Random ♥

Happy New Year! We have made it into 2014 - how crazy! .And now as we all recover together from all that food and crazy shopping, I bring you my 2013 Favourites. This time of the month would normally be my favourites for the month of December - but I thought I would do something different this time and do them for the whole year instead. This year has been a busy one for me especially - and I think a lot of you out there. And I hope that we go into the new year with our heads held high and achieve everything that we want!

First up we have some skincare and hair/perfume favs of the year! These few items I just had to include in this post. On the far left we have a perfume that I have completely fallen in love with and use every single day with out fail. Wonder-struck by Taylor Swift is my signature scent as they say. It smells amazing and I am so shocked that I still haven't used it up!

Then we have the Sexy Hair Weatherproof Spray*, I do not know how I would of survived this windy and rainy weather without this bottle of goodness. It has become a holy grail product and I use it everyday with out a doubt. It really helps my hair from being ruined by the wind or rain and I am so thankful I have it!

This next product is no stranger to anyone out there, this is the Soap and Glory Hand Food which is by far the best hand cream I have ever tried. It doesn't leave my hands feeling sticky or un usable as it sinks into the skin really quickly as well as getting rid of the dry bits.

The Primark facial wipes are a new discover of mine and the past few months that have gone buy, I keep on re-purchasing them because they are so good. For start off they are really cheap to buy and second the two sides of the wipes makes it easier to remove everything off my face at night.

Sat quietly in the corner over there is the Witch Hazel Spot Stick, just like the weatherproof spray this is my holy grail. If I have ever spot a breakout that is coming through,; I use this as often as I can to stop it from developing further and if it does then I just carry on until its all gone.

Now then, let's move onto the makeup bits of this post. First up is a favourite of mine that probably will always be featured on this blog. The Urban Decay NAKED palette, my life feels complete after being given this. I am without a doubt completed when I have this on my eyes, the colours are so pigmented and you can use the shadows day and night. LOVE LOVE LOVE.

Then the white packaging is the MUA Matte Lipstick in Wild Berry which has been my winter colour, I haven't stopped applying this to my lips. I don't know whether its the colour that I love or the fact that it's matte. There is just something about it that I adore!

I had to include the Simple BB Cream in my 2013 Favs, only because it has been one of those items that I actually started out hating and then slowly I fell in love with it and have been using it every single day. The coverage isn't the best with this but it does the job of giving me some colour and a little coverage to last me all day without having to pile on the foundation every single day. 

Since having it I have also been loving the Smooch Eye-shadow Duo in Filthy Rich*, this combo of colours works so well together and looks great on my eyes as I have a very dark skin tone.This paired with a nude lip looks amazing in the night and day and the shadows alone are so bloody pigmented it is crazy!

Now moving onto the random bits and bobs! First up is my music favourites and I have been loving lots of different songs and albums this year and here is a quick run threw. 

- Beyonce by Beyonce 

- Katy Perry - Prism

- Bangerz by Miley Cyrus

- Salute by Little Mix

- Midnight Memories by One Direction

- DEMI by Demi Lovato

- Red by Taylor Swift

And of course, how can I forget about FOOD! 

Blogmas Day 15 || Clothes Show Live Haul+Photos ♥

Sunday was a day that I have been looking forward to for over 6 months and I couldn't wait for the day to arrive! It was time for my second year at the clothes show and I was beyond excited and couldn't contain my excitement...we set off early in the morning (7am is a killer!) and arrived at 9.30 which isn't bad to spend the whole day shopping and then view the show at the end of day! Here is some of the things that I bought, I won't go into detail as you will be seeing everything over the coarse of the next few weeks and the rest of blogmas may feature a few of these products!
First up..a few pictures from the day!

I met some of the Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model Girls who are stunning in real life btw.

Also met the gorg and talented singer Scott Innes who basically sang to me! 

The first stand that we saw as we entered was the Company/Cosmo stand where we could buy a magazine goody bag. It came with lots of little samples which are pictured on the left as well as the current issue of both magazines that I was going to buy on the way home! So this saved me a trip to the service stations.

Next up was a goody bag that is no stranger to you all as it has been featured on my blog before - SO SUSAN, had four of their newly released products for £5 all of which I love and will be reviewing very soon.

Next was a stand that I didn't even know would be there, W7 who also have the sister brand Smooch which I have previously reviewed not that long ago on the blog. The £10 goody bag was filled with goodies from Smooch that are truly amazing and I can't wait to use them all!

Of course you can't leave the clothes show without visiting BarryM and they had a bag packed with treats from Nails to Eyes and some lip products as well! 

New Look Haul ♥

Let me tell you the truth. and nothing but the truth. I did not plan for this haul! I just somehow ended up spending money and well here we are...I love the stuff New Look bring out, and this year some things really caught my eye  - I had to splurge the cash. So I apologise for a double haul but, what can I say. I LOVE SHOPPING!

So here is what i bought. These gorgeous sandals and the beautiful earrings. Both of which I instantly fell in love with. I love wearing shoes like this in summer time, as they look great day and night! And of course, a girl can never have too many pairs of shoes - and earrings.

The shoes have this beautiful detailing that really caught my eye as well as the design of the shoe; they just look like something different and I adore having fancy shoes! I have also worn these twice and they are uber comfy, they aren't hard to settle into nor are they uncomfortable after a long day of walking. I like road testing shoes before giving a review.

Then these earrings. I have no words. They are beyond beautiful, very heavy though! Even though they are heavy, I love wearing them as they look stunning in the evening. I love wearing a statement item and earrings are something I have always worn.

I forgot to add these to the first image, but I also bought these cute set of earrings. I love the range of different styles in this set and am in love with the two pairs on the left! They are extremely gorgeous and I will be wearing these a great deal. The only thing I don't like is the back, they are very loose in my ear so I changed them. 

Primark Haul; Bargain Buys ♥

Another Primark Haul today for you lovely lot,on this miserable day! When I go into Primark I always come out with something I didn't need..story of my life! And whenever I do get the chance to go I pay extra attention to their reduced items rail! This time round I got two items that I have fallen in love with and the price was a bonus!

First of this dress! Something, that caught my eye straight away, this is a lace dress with a diamond cut back that I think is great for this time of year! The fit is actually what made me buy it finally; because it is very snug yet not too on you! Which I like about dresses, I want to feel comfy at the same as showing off my figure!

  

The back isn't that revealing either! I love the fact that this is a diamond shape cut out, as I am noticing a lot of items out there with cut backs. The lace detail is beautiful and makes you feel like a princess. You can also wear this dress day and night, which makes it easier to transform your look.

Look at that! Reduced from £15 to £7! What a bargain...

Next is this blouse/top that I got a little bit before the dress, this was reduced to £5 from £10! I love the material of this, it is very light weight and loose fitting which makes it easier to dress up or even down and makes you look professional or even laid back. I really like the fact that it is much longer at the back, this is a trend I have always loved and love trying!  

The sleeves are cuffed with this pearl beading that makes it look super gorg and summery! The sleeves are slightly cuff which just brings it all together. The pearls are also a added bonus as it is adding a different element on such a plain blouse.

Hope you enjoyed this mini haul, more to come! 

Dainty Doll Eye-shadow's 'Frankie Girl' & 'Teach Me Tiger' ♥

Hellooo! For a long time now, I have been debating whether or not to buy anything from the Dainty Doll range that Nicola Roberts launched for fair skin. I have dark skin, so I though maybe buying products for fair skin wouldn't suit me?! But I popped into good old Pound World... I was amazed! They had two of the eye-shadows from the range in store! I of course had to buy both, surprisingly they aren't actually that bad (considering I didn't know what colours I was buying!) x

This why I didn't know what colours they were, as they packed in a plastic bag as are all products they stock! 

The packaging for the line are sooo cute! They are very professional and the cartoon on the front is uber cute!

The first is a eye shadow in shade '003 Teach Me Tiger' it is a wonderful orange/pink shade! I think it a gorgeous colour for this time of year and is defo suitable for any skin tone! As a added bonus there is also a mirror with the eye-shadow, making it easier to travel with!

The second is a eye-shadow base that I am really excited about using! This has such a smooth, creamy formula that I can't wait to start using it! 

The lighting is awful, but you can kind of see both shades here! 

I hope to purchase more Dainty Doll products in the future! 

The Nail Varnish Tag ♥

The other day I stumbled by Laura's blog and I fell in love with everything she posts! It is amazing. She created the 'Nail Varnish Tag' which i decided to do as I LOVE nail varnishes. If you do the tag let me know down below I would love to read them.

Favourite nail polish company?

I can't choose one! Lately I have had a lot of Models Own, MUA and BarryM on my nails. BarryM are defo my favourite because their colours are just amazing and they have a great choice!

Glitter or no glitter?

Ooh! I love glitter! Whether I just put it on my ring finger or all my nails  - I love glitter. The different coloured glitters by BarryM are a must have at the moment. 

OPI, China Glaze or Essie?

I haven't tried any of these, however I am hoping to soon and I will probably love them all.

When do you change your nail polish?

I don't always wear nail polish as I like my nails to breathe every now and then. But if I change it whenever I feel like it need doing or even when its all chipped. 

What's your favourite colour to wear on your nails?

I love my nude shades and deep purples/reds at the moment due it still being winter/autumn.. as we go into spring I love wearing mint greens and other pastels.

Darks or brights?

Both, it really depends on my mood and the season to be honest.

What do you have on your nails right now?

I have my Nails Inc 'Oh My pink' on which, is a amazing colour! 

Matte nails... In or out?

I really dislike the matte nail trend on my nails, I don't know why as it looks gorg on every one else however really horrible on my nails. 

French Manicure?

This is a answer that I could go on forever about. I love a classic French manicure on my nails, different coloured tips and adding glitter on always give the French a twist!!

Favourite Winter colour?

ooh, another hard one! I really can't choose.. but if i had to it would a nude colour like BarryM 'Cappuccino'. Which is a lovely nude colour that makes my nails look pretty! 

If you do this tag (hope you do!) leave it below, i would love to read it! 

10 Beauty Products Every Woman Should Own ♥

Well hello there! I am now officially on half term for one week! Which means blogmania! I will now have so much time to blog ect. and I'm off to London on Wednesday, so loads of pics! And I shall also be uploading outfits of the week..
Today's blog comes from my winter essentials post, it is 10 products that every woman out there should own! If you carry these around, you will never have a bad day again!

1. Blush - Blush is the ultimate instant picker-upper. Whether it's  rose, apricot, raspberry, or fuchsia, gel, cream, liquid, or powder, nothing livens up the face faster than dab a fabulous flush with a pretty pop of colour swiped across the apples of your cheeks for an instance glow!

2. Concealer - If you find yourself affected by dark circles, blemishes, pimples, and redness on a regular basis, it’s high time to become a pro at masking your minor imperfections. Make concealer your beauty BFF—nothing stands a chance against this cosmetic camouflage.

3. Eye Cream - Even though wrinkles are unavoidable you can get rid of them for a while by sticking to a good preventive care regimen. Start using eye cream now to smooth over fine lines, reduce puffiness and the appearance of under-eye baggage, and brighten dull, sallow, shadowy skin.

4. Red Lipstick - My fav!  Much like your signature perfume scent, every girl needs a go-to red lipstick right by her side. It's appropriate to wear whatever the occasion  wearing it makes you appear more confident and shows that you like to be different. Whether it’s crimson, cherry, cardinal, cinnamon, or candy apple, choose a shade that flatters your specific complexion and enjoy the high-fives on your bold beauty move.

5. BB Cream - BB Cream's have only recently become extremely popular, this is because they not only give you a healthy shine but they are so good for your skin! It’s what someone would describe as a sheer foundation, moisturiser  primer, and toner all in one. That's not even the  best part?! It not only allows you to build colour but it also gives you coverage to hide even the worst of blemishes but actually treats them.  Double-duty beauty!

6. Mascara - Long, luscious lashes are equivalent to the cherry on top of your favourite dessert. And it’s OK if yours aren't naturally show stopping you can easily add a little oomph to your everyday look. Take your lashes from short  to full and fluffy in 30 seconds flat by swiping a few coats of mascara through them.

7. Dry Shampoo - The beauty world's eqivalent to sugar!  Buy yourself a little extra time between shampoos with a dry variation. The powder formula absorbs excess oil, dirt, product buildup, and odor, quickly cleansing your locks without even getting your hair wet.

8. Deep Conditier - Regardless of style, texture, and current chemical state, everyone’s hair could benefit from a little extra TLC. Take the time to treat your locks once or twice a month to an intensive, deep-conditioning session that’ll nourish, fortify, and moisturize your mane. Trust us—your newly strengthened strands will thank you for it!

9. Face Wipes - You’re too tired, you've had a long day…blah, blah, blah! Sleeping in your makeup is absolutely TERRIBLE for your skin’s health and appearance, so before you drift off into la-la land, the least you can do is quickly remove it  Here’s a quick tip: keep it out so you can see it at night!

10. Sunscreen -  No matter your age, ethnicity, complexion, or skin type—should be protecting your most precious asset from incredibly harmful UVA/UVB rays on a daily basis, whether the sun is shining or not.

Collection 2000 Smokey Eyes Review ♥

The other day I received a lovely package from Collection! I won a competition where I won a signed FanFair smokey eyes kit! I had actually had my eyes on this palette for a while, as I was wanting to try out some smokey eyes for events happening later on in the year. So here are swatches of the colours...

The palette is such a pretty, cute palette! It is great for travelling as it so small and easy to carry round - even handbag size so I can take it everywhere. The back of the palette does actually tell you how to apply the shadows but mine has signatures over it - oops. The swatches from the palette below are taken in columns the medium, dark and then light with the cream. 

First of all, the medium shades are all very pigmented and have a nice shimmery base to them. The first is a silver shimmer shadow which looks amazing on the eye as a base on its own; the second is a  gold shimmer shadow which is also great as a base for the eye as well as the third which is more of a whiter colour. 

The second column of shadows are much darker, the first is the darkest of them all as it is a jet black colour that gets applied in the corners and the edges. The second a brown matte colour which I LOVE on it's own all over the lid and on the outer corner. Finally the final one is a golder brown compared to the one above which is really pigmented. 

These three final, lighter shades are the nicest they are creamier and great for highlighting. The first one is a white shadow that is my favourite to highlight the upper part of your brow bone! And finally the cream shade, which is specifically designed to highlight the inner corner of your eye to give your smokey eye a nice finish! 

I recommend buying this palette if you are wanting to do a smokey eye look on a budget, it definitely delivers amazing result for the price you pay. I am going to be having so much fun with this palette in the future and can't wait to try it out!! p.s it so cheap!!

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Models Own Review ♥

Hey everyone!!! First off all i want to say a huge, big thankyou for getting my blog to over 1000 views! I don't usually look at views ect. as i'm not really bothered - but this is AMAZING! thankyou!! Today's review is of a bunch of models own products that I picked up at the Clothes Show last year, however didn't really get to look at them properly. So I decided to take them out of the bag and use them!

First up nail polishes! I have heard a great deal of positive about the models own nail polishes! I constantly see them on my tumblr, and instagram dashboard! At the clothes show you got to pick two shades to have in your goodie bag! These are the two i picked, I don't really go for the glitter based polishes as I prefer to put glitter on as a top coat. But it was a different story with these, i fell in love with them! 'Scarlett Sparkle' looks amazing over a red polish or even two coats of it by its self look amazing too! The second 'Pinky Brown Bettle Juice' (love the name!) is a deep purple colour with glitter and looks amazing for a night out! The models own website allows you to view each polish in their collection! 

The next thing is the lip products, the first is their lip gloss and the second their lip balm. The lip balm is very moisturising - it doesn't feel heavy on the lips but makes them feel soft all day! The lipgloss is a gloss that is very sticky, i personally don't mind lipglosses that are sticky as they give a nice finish to your lips and have a better pigment. These products can't seem to be found online I'm afraid :( 

The next few things are eye products, however I also included the lip liner in this section as I also had the eye liner...wierd I know! The first is the pro-eyeliner, oh my golly gosh ..you guys! I hate liquid liner, as it never goes on properly for me, however I don't know what it is with this but,this just works a treat! I can hold the bottle perfectly and it draws a line in one stroke! The second is the pencil liner, which I adore, it gives such good colour where as many pencil liners don't these days! It also is such a smooth thing to apply! The lip liner is my fav! The colour is one that I would never ever have thought of buying however, I just had a different liking to this colour on me! I LOVE IT!