Showing posts with label accessorize. Show all posts
Showing posts with label accessorize. Show all posts

Friday, 16 March 2012

Unloved Products Mini Giveaway

I cant call this a prope giveaway, because these things have been used (once or twice at most) so I cant g on as if this i some fantastic giveaway. The reality is, I have too much stuff, and abut 80% of it never gets used as I constantly go back to the old favourites, negleting the rest. Im having a little spring clean of my stuff and thought why not give the products that Ive barely touched to other people who would put them to better use. Of course Im not going to try and sell odds and ends like this, so instead its a "giveaway". All you have to do is comment on which three products out of this bunch you would most like to receive, and a contact email address so I can messge you to get a postal address! You may or may not get exactly which ones you ask for depending on the amount of people requesting it, but hey its all free so who cares, youll get a nice little suprise in the post of products you can try out! In three days time, Monday 19th, Ill stop and see what people want and contact you xxx

Flash off...
 Flash on...

Products from left -right, and top - bottom.

Jergens Naturals Skin Firming Body Moisturiser with Pomegranate (Used twice)
Tresemme 24 Hours Body Sky High Plumping Powder (Used once but put back in box)
Batiste Dry Shampoo Big & Bouncy XX Volume
TIGI Bed Head Superstar Queen for a Day Thickening Spray (Used 3 times at most)
No7 Define and Shimmer Eye Palette (Used 3 times)
Accessorize Merged Eyeshadow in Moondust (Swatched once)
Nars Mini Larger Than Life Lipgloss in Spring Break (Used once)
Benefit Lemon Aid Colour Correcting Eyelid Primer (Used about 5 times max)
No7 Green Glitter Eyeliner (Swatched once)
Barry M Nail Paint in Blue Moon (Used once)
Sally Hansen Diamond Shine Base and Top Coat (Used twice)
Avon Glazewear Shine Lipgloss in Iced Pink (Cant ever remember using this so swatched a few times)
Avon Glazewear Intense Lipgloss in Sundance (Used twice)
ELF Professional Eye Crease Brush (Used once but has been thoroughly washed)


Dont forget to comment :)
xoxo






Sunday, 3 July 2011

Easy/Laid Back Summer FOTD/ OOTD/ NOTD

This is a bit of a mish mash post, as I felt my entire look today represented my entire look for summer, most days anyway. Not too much make up, something cool and comfortable and bright nails....

FOTD:
Face:
Avon Solutions Visual Perfection Tinted Moisturiser
Benefit Posie Tint
MAC MSF in Petticoat
ELF Makeup Mist and Set

Eyes:
MAC Paintpot in Vintage Selection
Avon Supershock Mascara
Avon Supershock Eyeliner

Lips:
Avon Glazewear Shine lipgloss in Pink Watermelon

Wearing lots of heavy make-up feels horrible on my face on a sunny day like today, so I usually opt for a tined moisturiser ahead of my usual foundation. Also the setting mist is a less cakey and more refreshing alternative to setting powder. A cheek tint is more ffective for summer as it stays put longer than a powder blush and gives a more fresh and natural look. I also dont want to bother with lots of blending of eyeshadows when Im sat in the sun all day so I jst sweep on a little of a paintpot and its simple and looks good all day. I love this lipgloss for summer as its so pigmented and gives a bright pop to my face.


OOTD:
My clothes are entirely from the River Island sale, shorts for £10 and vest for £4...BARGAIN. I love little demin shorts for summer paired with any vest top really. This is kind of my go to outfit for sunny days or on holiday. I jsut wore black flip flops from Accessorize and a pair of aviator sunglasses I found in New Look for around £4.

NOTD:
I just put on one coat of Barry M's Pink Flamingo this morning. It applies so well, for some reason even better than most of the nail polish I have from his brand. I put it on my toes too and I just love it for summer. Im more into bright nails rather than pastel nails for summer as I feel they really spice up your look and bring out a tan. This is my very favourite bright pink too.



Hope I didnt bore you with a loooong post! It feels good to be writing again :)
xoxo

Friday, 1 July 2011

June Favourites

dfgfIts that time of the month again...where its all came to an end and I get to think about what Ive used a lot this month...It feels like onl last week I was doing my May Favourites, seriously I think times moving faster!

Firstly, as you can see and Ive said a million times, my camera just isnt playing nice anymore. Im in need of a new one, so if any of you have any recommendations for a good camera please let me know :)

Avon Supershock Mascara is my all time favourite mascara. I just opened a new tube this month and this reminded me how much I love it. Its perfect when brand new, which is good as I find most mascaras need to dry out a bit to be good enough which isnt good! It gives great volme and length, and is just lovely. I think its down to that crazy fat brush head. Iive become used to them now though and find it really easy to use. I cant see myself ever not having one in my collection.


MAC's Ravishing lipstick was a spur of the moment purchase, and it my favourite coral lipstick. Its so wearable for day to day and is so summery it makes me feel great when m wearing it. Its a cremesheen too so its really smooth and creamy. I dont feel the need to buy vegas volt or costa chic now I have this. This is by a mile my favourite summer/holiday lipstick!


MAC's Springsheen blush was an obvious choice after buying Ravishing. I needed a corally blush, and this one is perfect for a coral make-up look. Its a gorgeous subtle colour, easy to work with, or can be built up to be more intense. It has a gorgeous sheen to it that doesnt look too shimmery, kinda like if you brushed an MSF over your blush, that is the effect it gives. It means I rafrely have to use a highlight over the top which is nice. Again, one of my summer favourites and Ive used it almost every day this month.


Soap and Glory's Mist You Madly was something I wasnt expecting to love, but I added it to an order from ASOS on a whim. I have since used it daily. Its a gorgeous scent, Im no good at describing scents but this is gorgeous, quite light but also quite sensual. Ive had loads of compliments when Im wearing this and it lasts such a long time too which I wasnt expecting. Id quite like this in a smaller bottle to carry with me as this one is huge so I just use it before I leave the house. Otherwise though, is pretty amazing.


The Vitamin E Body Lotion from The Body Shop has been in my collection since my birthday in September, and yes Ive always liked it but recently Ive been using it loads. I find it nice to use instead of my body butters for mornings as it sinks in quite quickly and nicely which is good for when I need to get dressed and go out. I keep by butters for night time now and use this on mornings. It smells really clean and lovely and I wouldnt be without it now. I really like this and the Vitamin E Toner so I want to try some of their other Vitamin E products.


Ive worn Accessorize Aztec Nail Polish on my toes all month, and sometimes on my hands too. I love how it catches the sun when Im sunbathing and really suits the toes in the summer I think. Ive done a NOTD with it before which says a lot as I only ever do those when I really love my polish. I love the holographic effect of it, my little cousin was staring at it the other day on my toes and found it hilarious that different ways she stood she could see green, then pink, then purple, then gold...its really lovely.


Ive always loved Benefit's High Beam, Ive used my friends and families when Ive been at their place before nights out, and always wanted it but never wanted to part with my money when I always had other highlighter type products. I got this mini one in Glamour last month and Im so glad I did. Its raved about a lot and for good reason, it gives a gorgeous luminosity to the cheekbones, or anywhere you may wish to create a glowy highlight. You need the tiniest drop too and even this little bottle will last me ages. I use it every day now, its amazing.

Whats been your June favourites?
xoxo

Wednesday, 18 May 2011

Favourite Nail Polishes For Summer!

The nail polishes I love totally change depending on the weather and the seasons. A few months ago I would have told you I would quite happily wear Barry M's Raspberry and Navy forever more. But then the sunshine came out, and suddenly my nails looked so wintery compared to the weather, and out came the lights and brights.

Heres my very favourites for the sunny weather...
Sorry for hte photo quality, my cameras on its last legs now :(
L-R
Accessorize "Aztec" - This is a polish that looks multicoloured depending on the way the light hits it, it looks really dark in the bottle but wen its on and the suns hitting it it looks bright and multi tonal and just amazing. Ive had so many compliments on this, it really stands out. You can see it better in this post.

Eyeko "Lilac Polish" - These polishes are really good quality and last ages on your nails. I love this lilacy colour, very springtime!

Eyeko "Nude Polish" - This is a really good summery nude. Not a dark browny nude, its quite light but not too light, just the right light peachy nude to have clean polished looking nails, lovely.

Avon Speed Dry "Coral Sands" - This is part of the Arabian low range of Avon products so its made to be perfect for the summer time. This is such a pretty peachy coral with gold and bluey  irridesence through it. It really sparkles nicely in the sun, but not in a glitter chunky way. This was the only nail polish I took with me on my last holiday to Majorca, its perfect for summer tanned skin

Barry M "Strawberry Ice Cream" - This is the perfect pastel baby pink polish. So creamy and very opaque, which is god as many baby pink polishes can be very sheer. Of course it has the fabulous quality of Barry M polishes too. I always feel very girly when I wear this, its so pretty.

Barry M "Pink Flamingo" - This is the perfect bright summer polish. If you love really bright happy colours for the summer this is a must have. Its almost neon, but not in a cheap way. It stands out and looks amazing on. Im going to be wearing this a lot I can tell.

Barry M "Coral" - This is a true coral colour, very strong and orangey, and would look amazing with a tan. It compliments all of my summer outfits and Ive been wearing it toes constantly since I bought it. It never budges either unless you want it to, I cant praise Barry M polishes enough, just fantastic

xoxo

Friday, 13 May 2011

NOTD...My New Absolute Favourite!

Gosh it feels like a millino years since I did a NOTD considering I wear nail polish every day of my life...

   The photos do this polish no justice at all, I could seriously sit and lok at it in different lights all day, and its Aztec by Accessorize. Depending on how the light hits on it its a shimmer mixture of gold, blue, green and pinky purple. It kinda looks like when petrol has been spilt on the ground and it leaves that rainbow effect.


This photo makes it look so dull so I included the wierd thumb shot below to give a better idea of it...but you really have to see it on in person to understand how gorgeous it is. I noticed tt actually looked amazing under the water when I was sat in the bath as the light was jsut bouncing off it in so many colours.


Its also grat for only £4, and it gets this opaque in two thin coats, and is really quick drying. They do a few other polishes with a similar effect but different shades which I think I will have to pick up, this polish makes all my others look so flat and boring now its that beautiful

As you can tell, massive thumbs up to Accessorize Aztec from me :)
xoxo

Tuesday, 10 May 2011

Haul: Accessorize

This is just a short haul post but I thought I could show you guys anyway, I popped into Accessorize to pick up some of these....

I already owned the black ones, and have had them for 3 years..they lasted me for 3 summers and 5 holidays until eventually last week they gave up the ghost and fell to bits. I wasnt really bothered saying as they are only £8, are SOOO comfortable and lasted so long.  decided to pick them up in the denim kind too for a bit of variety, I jsut thnk theyre really easy to pair with any outfit for summer and you dont get loads of wierd tan lines on your feet ala gladiator sandals.

I couldnt resist sneaking a peak at the make-up, but I didnt have a lot to spend so I picked up this nail polish in "Aztec" for £4. It reminds me of spilt petrol, with all the different colour reflecting in different lights, sometimes it pink, red, purple, blue or green!

Its also lovely and sparkly, I cant wait to use this polish!

xoxo

Monday, 4 April 2011

Lustlist #8... Family party

So a baby in my family is being Christened in a few weeks time and theres the ceremony to attend then a big party afterwards, and I really wanna make an effort and look good, but also ned to look appropriate for church and stuff...so heres a few things Ive thought might be nice (not all together of course)...

OPEN WORK PEEP-TOE
Open Work Peep Toe's
Zara
£49.99


Cream Floral Chiffon Teddy
Chiffon Floral Teddy
Topshop
£35.00
(I jsut want this generally its so gorgeous, don't think I could justify £35.00 for jarmas though)


Raspberry Flippy Skirt
Raspberry Flipp Skirt
Topshop
£26.00


Petite Cream Sleeveless Tuck Detail Dress
Cream Sleeveless Tuck Detail Dress
Topshop
£40.00


White Pattern (White) Floral Lace Bed Jacket | 216129119 | New Look
Floral Lace Bed Jacket
New Look
£29.99
(This is currently in my "basket" as I feel as though I neeeed it but cant really afford it)


Cream Lace Skirt
Cream Lace Skirt
Miss Selfridge
£28.00


All Over Sparkly Clutch Bag
All Over Sparkly Clutch Bag
Accessorize
£30.00


3 x Peony Eclectic Grips
3 Peony Eclectic Hair Grips
Accessorize
£8.00



 
OPI Hawaiian Orchid Lacquer
Prices can vary


Do you think I could do any of these for the Christening?

Hope you're all well :)

xoxo


Tuesday, 15 March 2011

Lust List #6

Image 1 of ASOS FLORENCE Canvas Flower Gladiator Sandals
ASOS
Florence Canvas Flower Gladiator Sandals
£25



Coral Crepe Mini Skirt

Miss Selfridge
Coral Crepe Mini Skirt
£18


Tan Suedette ShortMiss Selfridge
Tan Suedette Shorts
£34.00


Illusion Bronze Nail Polish

Accessorize
Illusion Bronze Nail Polish
£4



 Floral Garden Clamp Bangle
Accessorize
Floral Garden Clamp Bangle
£12.00


Zara
Rihanna T-Shirt
£17



Zara
Two Tone City Bag
£70


Elizabeth Arden
Eight Hour Cream with Sun Defence for Face SPF 50


xoxo

Saturday, 8 January 2011

Lust List #3


Topshop
Premium Pale Blue Snow Jewel Dress
£60.00

Tan Suede Lace Up Shoe Boot
Miss Selfridge
Tan Suede Lace Up Shoe Boot
£50.00

Miss Selfridge
Shearling Aviator
£60.00

Topshop
Camel Knitted Rib Open Cardigan
£40.00

Topshop
Nude Jersey Lact Trim Cami and Shorts
£35.00


Image 1 of ASOS Jacquard Holdall
Asos
Jacquard Holdall
£35.00


Accessorize
Illusion Merged Golden Caramel Eyeshadow
£4.50


xoxo

Tuesday, 7 December 2010

I'm proud of my little tree...

In the last challenge post I promised to show you all my little tree when I put it up. Well I did it a few hours ago, and every year I always love it, my little bit of girlyness in my boyfriends room. Even though I only have my phone at the minute to take photos I got a bit camera happy....


Lights off


 
Lights on



Sugarplum Fairy

Santa


Snowman

Rudolph

I got these four ornaments from Accessorize a few years ago, they were a bit pricey at around £3-£4 each, but I really love them. The rest of my baubles, lights, tinsel, beads and tree were all very inexpensive from Asda, and probably cost around the same as these four little cuties alone.



My angel! :)

I absolutely love her, isnt she sweet? I also got her from Accessorize and I think she was somewhere between £8 and £12, I'm not too sure. I love all the little detailing on her, like the little sequins on the star she has, and her wooly hair, and all the different materials she's made up from.

I hope you guys enjoy decorating the tree as much as I do. My little one is only 3 foot tall bless it, I still think its really cute though.

xoxo