Septembers Glossybox

This box is B-e-a-u-tiful.

I love anything British, and this is exactly that!

So what did I get?

Something for everything!

Be a Bombshell Eyeliner

Eyelure Pre-Glued Lashes

Toni&Guy Shine Gloss Serum

Dr. Lipp Original Nipple Balm for Lips

Untold - Elizabeth Arden

Unfortunately, I have been a little disappointed with my last couple of GlossyBox's and don't quite think they are worth the money compared to some of the other boxes from different companies I have seen. Quite glad I held out til this one though! 

I can't wait to try them and tell you all about them! Look out for that.

Did you order a GlossyBox this month? What did you get?

Ciao x

Latest Beauty Splurge

Every so often I like to go on a little spree. These next few items I have collected over the last couple of months. I wish I was able to afford to go on splurges each week, but being a student, my budget just does not budge! 

 

As the autumn/winter draws closer, I realised I needed to pay more attention to the dullness in my skin. I love the whole dewy look and after having seen a few good reviews I decided to purchase the Smashbox Photo Finish Luminizing Primer. I love it! Under my NARS SheerGlow I get the dewy look I long for and love! I prefer a more heavy coverage for my foundation and like it to look flawless. What better product than NARS! 

Here are my favourite purchases..

Looking ahead to the autumn seasons I am excited to start wearing the deeper colours! This Revlon Nail Polish in Fashionista is my go to nail varnish this season! 

Inspired by the likes of Lana Del Ray I just had to dive in and invest in Matte Diva by Mac for the perfect berry lip.

I use to be such an avid eyelash wearer, but during the summer, I just can't do it. And I started to prefer the more natural look, so bye bye lashes. However, these will be perfect to make my eyes pop whilst wearing my new favourite lipstick in the winter months. 

And a concealer brush, just cause! We all need one. 

What have you splurged on lately?! Let me know!

Ciao x

Clinque Dramatically Different Lotion +

I have been after this little thing for soo long. And it doesn't disappoint. 

I'm a bit naughty and don't generally have a great skincare routine. I mean, I exfoliate everytime I am in the shower, but in terms of cleansing and toning, I can be pretty slack. I pretty much, always, take my make up at night with Garnier Simply Essentials Soothing 2 in 1 Make-up Remover. And moisturise. Now with this little beauty.

I have the lotion as I have combination skin. It is quite thick and feels so hydrating on my skin. I feel this is a little too thick for the morning as I have to leave it a few minutes to sink into my skin but as a night moisturise, it leaves my skin feeling heavenly. Especially the next day.

Have you tried Clinque dramatically different lotion +?

What do you think? Let me know what you think

Ciao x

OOTD

This week I went out and brought myself a new outfit :)

Perfect for the autumn/winter time I believe.

I'm not usually one for shopping in Urban Outfitters as I don't think their shapes really suit me. I.e. the floaty dresses and cropped tops, over sized t-shirts etc. I think they very much cater for the boyish/very slim figured ladies. Unfortunately/fortunately I'm more of a curvy girl and being petite, I find it very hard to find things that suite my proportions. 

 

But, alas, after a recent trip I found this beaaaut dungaree set. It's in the dogtooth style material that I LOVE! I do think it is a pattern that you have to be careful with as it can look too formal. Styled with these beautiful boots I suddenly feel a little bit cool? 

I spotted these in New Look and HAD to have them. So I did :) and they're actually pretty comfy. Perfect for the season ahead also.

 

 

What do you think? Cool or uncool?

Either way, I'm still going to wear it ;) 

Ciao x

Zante

Now I never thought I would ever go on a 'clubbing' holiday. But persuaded by the girls, I went on what is now one of the best weeks of my life. 

I laid by the pool/sea, drank copious amounts of alcohol, lost my voice, got a bit of a tan, met some cool people, became a converse wanker, and thoroughly enjoyed being with the girls 24/7. When can we all move in together? 

We booked this with 6 weeks to go and got the deal relatively cheap online! Good old Thompson. Our hotel was a ten minute walk from the main strip, which was nothing but a god send. I would hate to have to listen to everyone stumbling out of the clubs at 6am and have no sleep. Enter bitch mode. If you are about to go on your first clubbing holiday, I would definitely recommend Zante. It's so cheap and it's just a tad tamer compared to such places like Magaluf and Ibiza (for those who arn't massive party goers and need to broken into gently, like moi). The nearest beach isn't great, but take a little bus ride and you can find much nicer, cleaner kept beaches.

 

I'm unsure whether I would do another full on clubbing holiday, but I will definitely be booking another holiday with these girls for next year. 

Love you beautifuls :)

Have you been away for a mad one this summer? Let me know in the comments section

Ciao x

 Hope you enjoy the little photos :)

Revlon Review

In my previous post I wrote about how I looove autumn/winter and all the deep colours. I would like to present to you my new Revlon nail polish purchase. 

I've never really been one to go crazy on nails, working in Hospitality, I rarely get a chance to splurge and treat my nails. I have had a few weeks off lately so I have treated myself. I got gel nails which I have become addicted to having! I feel so girly when I have them done and feel they complete an outfit. 

In this picture I don't have them on as I am just about to start work again so have just painted them... With the new 'Fashionista' colour from Revlon. The perfect colour for the coming season, don't you think?

The thing I love about Revlon nail polishes are that you very rarely need to double coat. As you can see on my nails in the picture, one colour was enough to give a good coverage, wasting less! I will definitely purchasing more of these.

I can't wait to wear this more in the future. What do you think? Are you a fan of Revlon polishes too? Leave a comment telling me what you think!

Ciao x

September

So September brings the start of Autumn/Winter. MY FAVOURITE SEASON/S. Think leather jackets, scarves, boots, layers, deep colours. I can't think of anything better. Literally. 

This September I start my final year at Uni. I can not believe how quick it has gone. When I first started I thought 3 years would drag and I would have plenty of time to figure everything out. That hasn't happened. I have 6-8 months to put everything in place for travelling, a new job, somewhere to live, save a little. But I'm positive :D and kind of looking forward to the challenging year ahead.

I can't wait for the dark nights to draw in so I can chill with cups of tea, blankets, 'snuggles', X Factor (yes, X Factor!!) my birthday and most importantly Halloween, Bonfire Night, Christmas and New Year's Eve.

Bring on the festivities :)

Keep a look out for my Ootd posts too! 

Ciao x