Kim Kardashian Inspired Makeup Look With Crownbrush

No matter how much you love or hate Kim Kardashian... you have to admit, that she is gorgeous and her makeup is absolutely flawless. She seems to be choosing less dramatic eye makeup at the moment, with less liner etc, but I have always loved her cat eye and nude lip combo and that's the option I chose to recreate. Well... I tried my best anyway :) I shared some photos of this look on my instagram a while ago (heavily filtered), but I couldn't wait to let you know what products I used etc.

Sigma Fall Softly Lip Bases

When I saw a sneak peek of Sigma's new Fall Softly Collection, I was instantly drawn to the Sigma Fall Softly Lip Bases* (£8.95 each). The three stunning shades really appealed to me and considering my current matte lip liner obsession, I felt like a kid on Christmas Day when these arrived in the post.

OOTD: Black Jumper Dress & Floppy Hat

My most worn colour is definitely black. I probably wear it 90% of the time and I dress head to toe in black VERY often. I recently got this gorgeous Elvi Black Jumper Dress*  and I thought it was perfect to wear with an all black outfit. I might look like a widow, but I like that look a lot.

Giving Impress Nails Another Chance

 I wrote about imPRESS Nails in the past and... I was not impressed. They were too big for my small(ish) nails and didn't stay on at all. I actually think I got a bad batch (they came in a beauty box) or they are simply hit and miss. I loved the fuss free application though, so I decided to give imPRESS another go.

Before And After 4 Glycolic Acid Peels at Skin Clinic Glasgow

I mention my breakout prone skin in every single skincare review/feature. I get lots of breakouts on my jawline and neck and random ones allover my face due to many factors. They are mostly hormonal and get worse before 'that time of the month', but I am not planning to take any pills to deal with the issue. I decided to try glycolic acid peels though and I am finally ready to share my thoughts with you. Sorry, if it's all a bit rambly. I was nervous about putting the before and after photos up, but I hope it gives you an idea of what to expect. Remember, nobody's perfect :)

Caudalie Divine Oil & 1/3 off French Pharmacy Offer

I got my first bottle of Caudalie Divine Oil* (50ml, £18.00, £14.39) last Christmas and I fell in love. It smells absolutely incredible and feels very luxurious.

Love Me Beauty Makeover

I have always liked Love Me Beauty, but their new packaging took the box to a new level. It is very elegant and totally different to the old style cardboard box with coloured shredded paper inside. The new look features a stunning silver box with a drawstring bag and the way the subscription works is different too.

OOTD: Stripes and Denim

I wasn't sure what to wear with my orange and white stripy cardigan, but I went for denim look leggings, a black shirt, brown suede boots and a tan bag. What do you think?

The best beauty/lifestyle box on the market?

Everyone seems to be loving the new beauty and lifestyle box that launched in the UK recently - My Little Box. I love it too and I can't stop raving about it. 

Sleek Makeup

You will find it hard to believe, but I haven't tried Sleek until I got their brow kit in a promo box from Boots a couple of weeks ago. Yep... I am such a bad beauty blogger, haha :) I have been meaning to pick up one of their contour kits and a matte lipstick for ages though and I finally got a chance to try them.

OOTD: Cobalt Blue and Leather

I very rarely wear smart clothes, but I really wanted to try something different and inject more colour into my wardrobe. I picked the Joanna Hope Blouse with PU Trim Collar* (£27.00) and Nightingales PU Pencil Skirt* (£33.00) and I styled them in two ways.

NARS Multiple in South Beach

I don't own many NARS products, but the  NARS Multiple in South Beach* (£30.00) has been on my wishlist since I read that Millie Mackintosh and J.Lo use it to achieve a gorgeous bronzed glow. I have been loving cream formulas lately, so this new addition to my makeup bag is just perfect.

Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses Giveaway

 My favourite brand of sunglasses is definitely Dolce and Gabbana. For some reason, their frames always catch my eye and most importantly... suit my face shape. The latest additions to my collection are the Dolce and Gabbana 4192 Lip Gloss Sunglasses in Black*(£106.00) and I am slightly obsessed with them. I am also giving away a pair of D&G sunglasses to one of my lucky readers and you can find out how to enter below.

My Gallery Wall

I have been working on my gallery wall for a while. Collecting frames, prints etc. I am still unsure if I will add more bits and bobs to it, but I am happy with the way it looks at the moment. Actually... I am in love and I can't stop staring at it, haha :)

MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Staunchly Stylish

MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Staunchly Stylish (£15.00)

I have been meaning to pick up a MAC lip pencil for a while, but I wasn't sure what shade or formula I should get. After looking at swatches on various blogs, I settled on the Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Staunchly Stylish. It's slightly more expensive than the standard MAC Lip Pencil, but it is meant to last longer on the lips etc. But was it worth the extra money?

Soups & Pesto with Tower Soup Maker

Soups are a big part of my diet and there is nothing better than a warming homemade soup on a cold day! Add a toasted garlic baguette or freshly baked bread and I am in heaven! That's why I couldn't say no to trying the Tower Soup Maker*. As a foodie, I simply couldn't wait to get cooking! 

Bobbi Brown Creamy Matte Lip Colour (NEW Nudes)

I am all about nude, matte lips at the moment and I have been loving the new shades of Bobbi Brown Creamy Matte Lip Colour* (£19.50 each). The new additions feature four dreamy nudes and I became slightly obsessed with one of them :) I mentioned it in my September Favourites and on my Instagram. It is LOVE!

New Limited Edition Nuxe Reve De Miel Lip Balms

To celebrate the 20th Birthday of the incredible Nuxe Reve De Miel Lip Balm*(£9.50), Nuxe released three limited edition designs with three different coloured lids: Pink, Yellow and Green.

Black Swan Halloween Makeup Look (AD)

When Fragrance Direct asked me to prepare a makeup look for their Halloween Lookbook, I couldn't wait to get creative. I was assigned the Black Swan look, which happens to be one of my favourite films ever :) Yay! Here is the final result. Yes, I realise that I look a little bit crazy :) I gave my husband a mini heart attack.

Illamasqua Multi Facet Palette in Semblance

Illamasqua's new Facets Collection launched today and it is absolutely stunning! I was kindly sent the Multi Facet Palette in Semblance* (£45.00) to try out and I am in love! 

Fitbug Orb Review

I like tracking my daily activities and workouts through various devices. I have a Fitbit Flex and a Polar FT4 watch and I reviewed both of  them on the blog in the past.  I am always on the lookout for new fitness gadgets though and the  Fitbug Orb* really caught my eye. It is everywhere at the moment and everyone seems to love it, but is it worth the hype?

September Favourites

I haven't been blogging daily lately (real life getting in the way, toddler tantrums etc), but I couldn't wait to share my September favourites with you! From gorgeous cream eyeshadows, to skincare recommendations for acne prone and dehydrated skin - there is something for everyone.

Antonia Burrell Pure Therapy Facial Oil Serum Giveaway

I am slightly obsessed with Antonia Burrell Pure Therapy Facial Oil Serum (15ml, £58.80), but I realise that it is quite an expensive skincare product and not everyone can afford it. I featured it in my August Favourites and I still feel the same way about it. It's simply amazing and every skin type will benefit from it. If you  fancy trying this luxury skincare product, make sure to fill in the giveaway widget below, as I am giving one away to one of my readers :)

Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold! EDT

 Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold! EDT* (50ml, £45.00)
Lady Million is one of my all time favourite scents and I am slightly obsessed with it, so I couldn't be more excited about the new Paco Rabanne fragrance - Eau My Gold! I know that some people hate the name, but I actually like it a lot :) It's fun right?

I HEART MAKEUP WOW STICKS

I love budget makeup brands, especially when it comes to lip products. The latest additions to my extensive collection are the I HEART MAKEUP Wow Sticks* (£2.99 each) and I am pretty impressed with them.

Autumn Vibes

Autumn (especially early Autumn) is my favourite season. I just love the crisp air, slightly chilly, but sunny days and cosy evenings under warm blankets. Add some hot chocolate and candles and I am one happy bunny :) I also love decorating the house with more Autumn appropriate flowers and ornaments and I wanted to show you some of my recent additions and arrangements.