Spring/Summer 2013 Gladiator Sandal Trend

I must admit, I've always been a big fan of gladiator sandals. That's why I was extremely happy to see that they are a strong trend for Spring/Summer 2013. The possibilities are endless and the designs presented on the runaways recently are absolutely beautiful! My favourite pair is by Altuzarra and I wish I had slim, long legs and  a healthy bank balance to be able to wear them :) They cots nearly £ 2000.

Etude House Lovely Cookie Blusher in Raspberry Tarte

Etude House  Lovely Cookie Blusher in Raspberry Tarte

I mentioned in my Valentine's Day Photo Diary post that I got more Korean products from my husband the next day. They arrived late, but I was very happy to receive them :) 

One of the gifts was the Etude House  Lovely Cookie Blusher in Raspberry Tarte. 

It is such a gorgeous shade- a bright fuchsia pink with delicate shimmer. It is highly pigmented and blends beautifully. You can see the colour payoff in the swatch below. It looks quite scary on the puff, doesn't it? 

A Classic Holiday Look

I always struggle to find comfortable and flattering swimwear, but I think that I finally have a solution. I found some gorgeous swimdresses for women  and I can't believe now that I didn’t think about getting a couple of them last summer.

The polka dot swim dress I found is from Bonmarché, the UK’s largest womenswear value retailer catering for women over 50 years. You might ask... why is a 25 year old looking at a website aimed at more mature ladies? Well... finding clothes and swimwear isn’t that easy when you are a size 20 as I am at the moment.

Review: Aromatherapy Associates Essential Bath & Shower Oils

Aromatherapy Associates Essential Bath & Shower Oils*  £23.50 

"The ultimate collection of multi award winning bath and shower oils has been incorporated in this sumptuous trio containing 7.5 ml bottles, each allowing for up to three unique bath or shower experiences of Deep Relax, De-Stress Mind and Revive Morning to relax, de-stress and revive your spirits. "

Guest post: Caring for your clothes correctly

"London’s biggest fashion and style extravaganza, the first 2013 London Fashion Week is over. It was a chance for the world’s best designers and up-and-coming stylists to showcase their work, what you don’t see are the people backstage frantically caring for the clothes, ironing and making last minute alterations.

Topshop bargain- Louise Gray Wave Machine Eye Cream Duo

Topshop Louise Gray Wave Machine Eye Cream Duo £1.00 (RRP £8)

"Cream eyeshadows. Blend onto eyelid. Build for more dramatic colour."

Ok, so I ordered this bargain from Topshop during my spending ban, but it was reduced to £1, so I just couldn't resist it. They had free delivery that day  as well :) Bargain! This duo is from the Louise Gray collection and the packaging really caught my eye. I've heard from other bloggers that the full Louise Gray range is reduced to £1-£3 in Topshop at the moment, so make sure to check it out if you get a chance. 

Review: Organic Surge Million Dollar Brown Sugar Body Polish

Organic Surge Million Dollar Brown Sugar Body Polish*  £32.00 

"Organic brown sugar crystals polish away dead or dry skin cells while our super-blend of natural and organic oils lock in moisture to revive and invigorate, leaving your skin glowing with health. Buff your skin to glowing perfection! Organic Surge will donate $1 for every Million Dollar product sold"

More Bourjois Rouge Edition Lipsticks

I reviewed six  Bourjois lipsticks from the Rouge Edition Collection last month (here) and I am still in love with the formula. Today I have four more shades swatched: two nudes, a peachy pink and a bright fuchsia. 

Neom Contentment Candle review

NEOM Contentment Home Candle*  £39.50  available from www.neomorganics.com

"Contentment: A familiar blackcurrant scent that in fact comes from part of the fragrant South African buchu plant. This is combined with spicy nutmeg and warming ginger that works in rain or shine to make you feel simply content.A moment of contentment, of something that feels familiar and reassuring. A comforting scent to surround yourself with if you're feeling tired, overworked or just overawed. A scent that makes you feel you're home."

Simple eye makeup look with Wet n Wild Comfort Zone Palette

I like to keep my eye makeup simple most of the time and the Wet n Wild Comfort Zone palette is perfect  for it! I created this simple look, using three shades from the palette and it took me a couple of minutes.

Review: Liz Earle Signature Eye Colour in shade 14- Chestnut

Liz Earle Signature Eye Colour - Chestnut £13.50

"Create strikingly beautiful eyes. Our lightweight formula has a natural skin affinity, making it easy to blend for a smooth, even finish that stays true and lasts. Enriched with our own natural source vitamin E. Available in 20 shades."

I got this gorgeous eye shadow with my Glamour magazine subscription. Well... I got the subscription, especially to get two Liz Earle products :) It was such a bargain. You know how much I love Liz Earle skincare and makeup. 

Etude House Princess Etoinette Crystal Shine Lipstick

Etude House Princess Etoinette Crystal Shine Lipstick in shade PPK002  £14.00

"This smooth and creamy lips tick delivers a surge of moisture and a soft shimmering flush, 

giving your lips a gorgeous, healthy look"

This lipstick is officially the most beautiful one in my collection! Forget YSL Rouge Volupte. The Etude House Etoinette Crystal Shine Lipstick is just gorgeous. It is a Korean product and it is available to buy from yesstyle.com or ebay. I got mine as a present for Valentine's Day and I am in love with it.  I also got the Etoinette blusher and I will be reviewing it soon too.