tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53620433787699599402024-02-02T07:44:19.223+00:00...ArA...Awaiting Riches & Affluence - Style, Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Blog...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-30271894308360880572014-09-21T12:12:00.000+01:002014-09-21T12:21:20.714+01:00Naughty Naughty, I know...Review: GLAMGLOW YOUTHMUD Tinglexfoliate Treatment<blockquote class="tr_bq" style="text-align: justify;">
<span class="bqQuoteLink" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 26px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"I love diamond facials - they leave me glowing and refreshed." - Fergie</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">I know I know, it has been so long since I last blogged, life had got very busy to say the least. Thanks to some inspiration I am back to fully endeavour (well<i> try</i>) to re-in-capture some great posts that I have lined up! Without any <strike>major</strike> further delay lets get straight at it...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">I am currently loving GlamGlow Mud Mask that I have added to my skin regime once every weekly. If you have not heard of the Hollywood facial in a pot then where have you been for the past year?! Voted as this year's Elle International Magazine as the World's Best Face Mask it has been quickly grabbed by beauty skin junkies by its impressive A-List users (the likes of Nina Dobrev, Jennifer Aniston and even allegedly Jay Z)! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">Raved by bloggers for its natural rejuvenating properties of mud, volcanic ash and green tea leaf (just to name a few) it really leaves the skin tingling and glowing after its usage. Let's have a look at what it claim's to do:</span></div>
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<li style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px; list-style: disc outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>Multi-level resurfacing exfoliation.</i></span></li>
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<li style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px; list-style: disc outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>Penetrates into the deepest layers of the skin to soften fine lines and wrinkles. </i></span></li>
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<li style="line-height: 15.6000003814697px; list-style: disc outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>100% paraben-free, cruelty-free, and suitable for vegans. </i></span></li>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">Quite an impressive claim; "there is nothing Youthmud doesn't do" - well with that in mind I could not wait to try it out for myself! First of all the packaging is very sleek and pretty, let's just take a minute to appreciate it...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">Very swanky looking indeed - I was intrigued to see the results. So the instructions state to smother the clay like consistency onto clean skin and to leave it on for 10 minutes. Note that the consistency of the mask itself is rather sludgy - I stirred the pot with a spatula before applying a thin layer onto my skin and left to dry for ten minutes. You will immediately notice that the mask will begin to slowly dry and it will feel like your skin has hardened. There is an evident tingling that some users have described as unbearable - but for me it wasn't that bad at all. After ten minutes you simply wash off and pat dry - ta-dah! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">Overall I could see my skin felt a lot smother and my pores seemed more reduced...although I wouldn't go far to claim that my skin was glowing for 3 days straight <i>just because </i>of this product alone. Not entirely sold by GlamGlow but I would definitely state it make a hell of a mean exfoliater (bit ouchie on the skin too at first). </span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">After having used the above for 2 months I am bit indifferent about it now as most hyped products, not entirely convinced that it is worth the<span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"> </span><a href="http://www.marksandspencer.com/glamglow-tingling-and-exfoliating-mud-mask-50ml/p/p22227699?extid=ps_ggl_UK_Gen_,Beauty+_PLABeauty+--%3E+Skincare+--%3E+Serums+&+Treatments+--%3E+Facial+Treatments_M&S+Tingling+&+Exfoliating+Mud+Mask+50ml&ef_id=VBhyQgAAAcfim6dt:20140921110352:s" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: #c27ba0;">£49.50 price tag</span></a> for 50ml.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"We are colour, you are beauty." - Illamasqua </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Not being a particular lover of bright/bold/heavy eye make-up venturing down the Illamasqua route was a bit of a surprise for me, so on a evening out I tried to maximise a dramatic smoky eye look with a <strike>bit </strike>lot of glam. Many make up artists particularly those in the theatre and arts have raved about Illamasqua's range of bold and bright colours suiting the daring and complimenting the lighting on stages and photographs, giving you the 'da-dah' pop the staying power is great as to be expected. Illamasqua products have versatile usages, for example pure pigments can be used not only as an eye shadow but highlighter or to contour cheeks etc and is 'made to be played with'. </span></div>
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body.</i></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>A solid, cream
compact, containing lustrous pearlescent pigments. Smooth Supernatural (warm
bronze iridescent) over skin with fingers or a brush for an alluring glow
that lifts and highlights wherever it's applied. This is light-reflecting
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played with. A metallic, high-shine, pure-colour powder that highlights eyes,
cheeks and brows. Mix with eye shadow, blusher or use it on its own to intense
effect. Bring out your bold side.</i></span></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="color: #111111;">3. </span><span style="color: #111111; letter-spacing: 1.5pt; text-transform: uppercase;">CREAM PIGMENT</span><span style="color: #111111;"> in Hollow – £17.50</span></i></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>This intensely
colour-rich, matt and crease-resistant formula has been designed for use on the
face, eyes, lips and body. Apply with an Illamasqua brush or simply use your
fingers for a buildable, water-resistant, highly pigmented finish.</i></span></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i> </i></span><br />
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LINER CAKE </span><span style="color: #111111;">in Mislead</span><span style="color: #111111; letter-spacing: 1.5pt; text-transform: uppercase;"> </span><span style="color: #333333; text-transform: uppercase;">PURE BLACK – £15.50</span><span style="color: #111111; letter-spacing: 1.5pt; text-transform: uppercase;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></span></div>
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water or Sealing Gel and apply with an Illamasqua Angled Eye liner Brush to
create bold, dramatic looks from retro flicks to cat eye shapes.
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-78819837457907049772014-02-08T09:32:00.001+00:002014-02-08T09:33:11.755+00:00 Review: Elizabeth Arden Red Hot Croc Color Collection<div class="MsoNormal">
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Elizabeth Arden Red Hot Croc Color Collection from <a href="http://feelunique.com/">feelunique.com</a> last
December for a bargain price of £45 in the sale (when the value of the combined
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<i><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="background-color: white;">- Elizabeth Arden Deluxe
Compact containing 12 Beautiful Colour Eyeshadows: Shimmering Taupe, Pearl
White, Amethyst, Toast, Precious Metals-Highlighter, Shimmering Emerald,
Midnight Blue, Heathered Plum, Rose Quartz, Aquamarine, Sun Peach and Sparkling
Sable</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">Rooted
in NYC with more than 100 years of beauty expertise, Beautiful Color Eye
Shadows were developed in shades that are trend driven and in a formula that is
good for your skin. The outcome: smooth, crease-free shadows that combine
long-lasting colour with luxurious skin care benefits.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- 2x Elizabeth Arden Beautiful
Color Radiance Blushes in Sweet Peach & Blushing Pink (4g each)</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">Beautiful
Color fuses with care. Colour-true, high-pigment powder sculpts and defines the
appearance of cheeks for a natural, radiant glow. The buildable, long-lasting
formula is enriched with vitamins and antioxidants to help soothe and protect
skin.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- 3x Elizabeth Arden Ceramide
Ultra Lipsticks in Cassis, Tulip & Coral (3.5g each)</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">These
lustrous, colour-saturated lipsticks infused with Volulip™ deliver brilliant
moisturising colour with lasting comfort and shine. Achieve plumper,
fuller-looking, more defined lips that feel youthfully soft, smooth and
nourished.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- 2x Elizabeth Arden Beautiful
Color Lipglosses in Diamond & Red Door Red (4ml each)</span></b><span style="background: white;">Elizabeth
Arden Beautiful Color Lipglosses have a silky smooth texture and impart rich
colour and lustrous shine. Infused with conditioning and hydrating ingredients,
these non-sticky glosses sooth and comfort lips like a balm. Maxi-lip™ helps
support natural collagen for plumper, fuller looking lips.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- 2x Elizabeth Arden Eye
Pencils in Espresso & Smoky Black (1.1g each)</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">These
long-wearing pencils give your eyes definition and drama.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- 2x Elizabeth Arden Smooth
Line Lip Pencils in Taupe & Plum Rose (1.1g each)</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">Precision
liners for perfectly defined lips.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- Elizabeth Arden Pressed
Powder with Sponge Puff in Nude Shimmer 5.3g</span></b><span style="background: white;">This
beautiful sheer shimmer will give your skin a radiant, healthy glow. Elizabeth
Arden Shimmer Powder is a great finishing touch to any look. Apply to cheeks
and body for a sparkle and shimmer that is sure to get you noticed.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- Elizabeth Arden Ceramide
Lash Extending Mascara in Black 7ml</span></b><span style="background: white;">Elizabeth
Arden Ceramide Lash Extending Mascara with ceramide triple complex (Ceramides
1, 3 & 6) plus vitamins to help reinforce and restore lashes' natural
protective barrier. Protein-based complex Keravis helps fortify, lengthen,
define & revitalise lashes.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- Elizabeth Arden All Gone Eye
& Lip Makeup Remover 50ml</span></b><span style="background: white;">This two-phase
formulation easily and gently removes even transfer-resistant, waterproof
makeup without irritation. Softens and comforts, leaving skin perfectly smooth
& clean.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- Elizabeth Arden Nail Lacquer
in Candy Apple 5.8ml</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background: white;">Beautiful
colour for your nails, this Elizabeth Arden Nail Lacquer will complete any look.</span><br /><b><span style="background: white;">- Elizabeth Arden 3 Piece
Brush Set with Pouch</span></b><span style="background-color: white;">Includes
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Compact, a palette of 12 every day to evening eyeshadows that can be easily
played up and down and is quite versatile. I don’t find them too pigmented;
rather they have to be worked up with an angle eye brush (which the set does
include)! But nevertheless they have a satiny shimmery finish, and I was impressed by the range of shades from nudes to strong emerald/blues.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">With the current gale force winds gripping the nation my hands can be left worse for wear. Hands are often the most neglected part of our </span><span style="color: #741b47;">body and also a tell-tell sign of age</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">; I have often </span><span style="color: #741b47;">moisturised</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> everything but my hands! I purchased this dainty looking Body Shop Hand Cream set a while ago after the pint-sized 30ml counterparts were perfect to stash into a few handbags of mine...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Firstly, judging from the name alone you would be forgiven if you thought it would make you smell like a sweet confectionery jar; at first I hesitated when opening the top for the smell was rather overpowering. But rest assured once you apply a few spritz and after a few minutes the scent somewhat mellows on the skin and becomes far less "sickly-sugary" and for me at least is quite wearable for the daytime. For me the vanilla and caramel tones are quite vivid, it has slight fruity elements too which gives it somewhat a playful and youthful feel - a lot milder compared to it's twin Prada Candy perfume, which is more deeper and stronger in scent (hence the darker pink packaging).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">"The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion" - </span><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/132725.Yves_Saint_Laurent" style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: black;">Yves Saint-Laurent</span></a></span></blockquote>
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your inner Goth and go for an edgy dark berry lip colour keeping the eyes
simple – an instant winter statement. I particular love the matte plum shades,
you can simply blot any excess away to tweek the pigmentation to your liking
and you are ready to go. The versatility of a matte lipstick means you can finish
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Saint Laurent Rouge Rouge Volupté Shine lipstick in shade Prune in Fire £24
from <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/en/Beauty/Categories/Shop-Make-up-colour/Rouge-Volupte-Shine-lipstick_456-84033258-ROUGEVOLUPTESHINE/?previewAttribute=Beige+instinct" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Selfridges</a> |
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Kate Moss Matte Lipstick in Wine £5.49 from <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/rimmel/rimmel-kate-moss-matte-lipstick-wine/invt/541660" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: #c27ba0;">Superdrug</span> </a></span></td></tr>
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all-time favourite look, yes the classic smoky eye is a timeless look that can
bring out the depths of your eye colour if worked correctly. For Autumn/Winter
I like to experiment by mixing subtle plum colour for my bottom eye line – I then
team this up with my trusty black kohl liner and blend to create a subtle
impact. For instant drama I like to pin my hair back and letting my eyes do all
the taking, this adds instant glamour without overdoing it, remember to keep
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Yes
the au natruale nude lips are still dominating this season, an easy way to create
and lustre and youthful complexion if done correctly! See my earlier blogpost
on finding the perfect nude lip shade for your skin tone <a href="http://aaarrraaa.blogspot.co.uk/2013_10_01_archive.html" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">here</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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am proud to embrace my natural thick eyebrows, dare I say it they have become
one of my signature beauty traits (and have done so for some time)! The likes
of Miss Delevingne have certainly shown that having a fuller brow not only makes
you look a lot youthful but can transform the whole shape of your face. I tend
to use my HD Brows kit to perfect my brows. Another trick is to use a little
bit of Vaseline to add instant definition to your brows. Less of the plucking
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-51470969727440438812013-11-09T13:45:00.001+00:002013-11-09T13:56:04.444+00:00Light A Candle and ‘Lantern’ up your Evenings…<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
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one thing that cheers me up after a long day is coming home to the warmth and setting a </span>cosy<span style="font-family: inherit;"> scene by lighting some candles to bring some bright into the
gloomier evenings. Next have a fantastic range of beautiful home décor sets and
have something for everyone; from fragranced patchouli candles adding an elegant
waft to any room, to spiced candle jars which always remind me that the festive
season is near and those Christmas markets, they even have vintage styled lanterns that
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<span style="font-size: small;">Medium Cream Ceramic Lantern £12
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beautiful heart shaped opening and is great to store those bigger pillar
candles that need that extra safety support whilst looking ultra shabby chic cute! </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Wild Orchid and Plum Fragranced Votives £10 from <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g492630s3#870123g49" target="_blank">Next</a><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">These dainty yet perfectly sized
candles smell of classic autumn/winter fragrances that consists of plum, berry,
orchid blossoms and notes of amber and sandalwood that create that perfect
British autumn/winter feel…they each have an individual pattern which makes
them look perfect styled alone (for multiple separate usages) or within the set
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<span style="font-size: small;">Festive Spice Fragranced Candle Jar £8 from <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g49672s3#878575g49" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Next</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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it be lit to release the seasonal smell of juicy oranges and festive spices but
when not in use it can sit nicely on your dresser/vanity table and act as an
intricate trinket jar feature. Plus once all the candle wax is melted you can
store whatever you want within this beautiful metallic red jar; but you will
have to wait a while, as it alleges to burn up to 60hours! Now that is what I
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Set of 3 Gold Tea-light Holders £10 from <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g493672s4#883937g49" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Next</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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tea-lights in, with the slightly stained golden glass and embellishments on the
front of the holder you are guaranteed to add some extra sparkle to your
evening. Perfect for aligning around a frosty window.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16.890625px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">"Soon her eye fell upon a little glass box lying underneath the table. She opened it and found in it a very small cake, on which the words "EAT ME" were beautifully marked in currants."- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland</span></span></blockquote>
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Cake Tins I find are the perfect solution for storing anything besides cake; they look super cute stacked on a dressing table, adding a perfect vintage look
whilst being protective and practical in storing those countless items! </span></span><span style="color: #741b47;">These storage tins below have been lying around (still in their packaging) for a year or so in my room, only did I recently discover them again (shocking I know, my room is an endless pit of hidden treasures cultivated from the hoarder that is inside me)! </span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Who
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coats dominating the high street and the likes of Christian Dior emphasised this <i>oh so</i> </span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">feminine</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> colour on their winter/autumn catwalk. Think lady-like-pale-barely-there-pinks
rather than hot neon numbers (that dominated the summer 2013 trend). This
suits me fine as the homebody inside me loves dusty pastel pinks; I feel it is an easy colour
for all to wear for an ultra-chic look and so <i>girly</i> *que girly tehehe's*. There is something about these pale
pinks that just embraces the season well with it’s snuggly and vintage feel….I
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£34.99 from <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/18224?article=18224-A" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">H&M</a> | 2. Fluffy
Swing Boyfriend Coat £89 from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=pink&storeId=12556&productId=12075677&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Topshop</a> | 3. Light
Pink Chunky Knit Snood £15 from <a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/accessories/scarves/Light-pink-chunky-knit-snood-646749" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">River Island</a> | 4. <span style="text-align: justify;">Jersey Lined Lace Shell now £12 from <a href="http://www.warehouse.co.uk///warehouse/fcp-product/313881#GBP" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Warehouse</a> | 5. </span><span style="text-align: justify;">Jacquard Baggy Trousers £39.99 from <a href="http://shop.mango.com/GB/p0/mango/new/jacquard-baggy-trousers/?id=13043590_LR&n=1&s=nuevo&ident=0__1_0_1383819319377" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Warehouse</a> | 6. </span>Mystery
Patent Bow Slippers £24 from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/flats-459/ballet-pumps-slippers-2390438/mystery-patent-bow-slippers-" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span><br />
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and vintage...whilst sorting out my endless jewellery collection I needed some
pretty boxes that would store the various masses. I wanted something that was
unique and individual. So I decided to up cycle some existing containers that I
had; a glossy box and *drumroll*… care to believe it - an empty Ferrero Rocher container!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">I used scrap pieces of wallpaper and stuck it
onto the outer package of the Glossybox to give it a pretty French theme that
co-ordinates well with my existing décor. For the Ferrero Rocher container I simply
removed all the interior packaging and got rid of the logo (using a trusty nail
varnish remover and a bit of rubbing using cotton wool and patience does the
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">You can leave the clear acrylic container on its own (a bit like those
much lusted after Muji containers oh so made famous by the Kardashians), or you
can decorate it. I chose to give it a
bit of personality by again using a wallpaper print and washi tape. This is the result below…*ta-da* I am simply
becoming an expert now! XD<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">In its former life this pretty necklace box was a Ferrero Rocher container, nifty huh?</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Side view of my necklace box, I have used bits of wallpaper to decorate the sides and washi tape</span>.</td></tr>
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forever searching task, especially when matching it to your own skintone; you do not want to
make that mistake of looking washed out or looking as though you have sun cream on your
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lipsticks that are endorsed by their own leading spokespersons (no doubt which
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to pick up Rosewood Beige by Julianne Moore, Peach Sin by Eva Longroia and Greige
Glow by Cheryl. The Rosewood Beige is
defiantly the “pinkier” one of the three, although my favourite is the </span>Peach Sin by Eva Longroia<span style="font-family: inherit;"> as it blends in well with my natural lip colour and is more of a dusty nude peach with a hint of slight shimmer. All three leave a shiny finish as with all of the Colour Richee L'Oreal lipsticks, therefore if you are looking for a matt nude then this collection may not be for you. </span></span><br />
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definitely be adding these to my autumn/winter makeup! They appear more pigmented to be classed as "nude" in these photos ( see </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">hand swatch below), but on lips they easily blend well to give a slight shimmer and nude </span>colour<span style="font-family: inherit;"> glow. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47;"><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Eva Longoria</b>: Barely Golden. With a hint of gold added, the best to capture the radiance of matte skin
and sublimate the complexion, the sunkissed effect is worthy of the influential
woman!</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Cheryl</b>: Barely Greige. Ultra-chic and rich in iridescence, barely greige offers a discreet
contrast to the skin, thereby enhancing the natural beauty of the complexion.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Julianne Moore</b>: Barely Peach.
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that September is well and truly (well nearly) over I thought it would be a great time
to write a post of some basic essential seasonal must haves which London Fashion Week had been raving about. What I love about autumn is this transitional period you can still wear (and get away with) some
great summer items such as floral shirts but instead of paring them with a
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I adore about autumn 2013 is the military gothic yet sharp tailored vibe; team
up tartan prints with textured dusty pinks for an ultimate modern clash. Androgynous
tailoring is dominating autumn/winter 2013 which is perfect for those classic
timeless looks which are very effortless and simple to achieve; taking a look from office to evening chic. Just because it is getting a lot darker outside does not mean
that your autumn wardrobe has to be all dark and gloom, you can still introduce
some colour with clashing strong prints with textured layered jumper (for those that are daring enough animal print is still hot on trend this season)! It is all
about switching and incorporating a few autumn essentials such as the ones below
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Studio Overcoat <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/coats/masculine-studio-overcoat-c269183p1468516.html" style="background-color: #a64d79;" target="_blank">£179</a> from Zara</span></div>
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Slim Fit Trousers <a href="http://shop.mango.com/GB/p0/mango/clothing/plaid-slim-fit-trousers/?id=11070217_03&n=1&s=prendas.pantalones&ident=0__1_0_1380132283098" style="background-color: #a64d79;" target="_blank">£44.99</a> from Mango<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is running strongly all the way through to Winter 2013 and is great for
toughening up a pretty outfit. Great for smart and casual wear this skirt can
easily be dressed up or down whatever the weather. Think of clashing this skirt with a wholly jumper and ankle boots for a day out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Being a savy fashionista (well I try) I am always on the look out for a good bargain which will stretch my money further. When I found out about </span><span style="background-color: #a64d79;"><a href="http://www.mrp.com/en_gb/?cId=GB" target="_blank">MRP</a> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> (the South African equivalent to Primark) through the lovely people at Etail I was curious to see what the fuss was about.Take a look at some of my favourite finds on MRP (with delivery to the UK being just £4 who can complain)!?...</span></div>
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-34033121171572177232013-09-24T18:01:00.000+01:002013-09-24T19:27:14.579+01:00DIY Nail Varnish Storage<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
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nail varnish collection has accumulated quite a bit recently; I only discovered
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thought it was only right that I had some “viewable” on a storage rack of somekind where my favourites and popular varnishes could be seen without rummaging around through the mess. There
are a quite a few storage solutions available online, although rather than paying a small fortune
I thought I would make my own. By making my own I had the benefit of customising for the size that I needed
as well as the volume/quantity that I wanted to </span>accommodate<span style="font-family: inherit;"> (as I am sure more will be added to the masses)! So one rainy weekend I decided to
give it ago, and here are the results…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Quite
impressive, right? Well gathering that I only used two medium sized shoe boxes and
the fact that it did not cost me a thing I was quite happy with the
outcome. I simply glued one shoebox on
top of the other and cut out strips from the lids to form shelves. To know the
length and width of the shelves you simply need to measure the largest bottle
of your nail varnish and tailor the measurements then according to it. I then
covered the box with white paper to match my décor (besides white adds a great
canvas for all the colours to pop out)! It is a great way to easily access what
nail varnish you want to use with seeing the whole collection.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-76930819543961198382013-07-06T09:12:00.000+01:002013-07-06T09:12:12.504+01:00Wimbledon Inspired Fashion<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: #741b47;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Getting a glimpse of the fashion around Wimbledon is always
an inspiring way to get with the most chic and elegant sports event in the
British Summer with the champagne and strawberries. I love the traditional
pinstripe shirt blouses that are teamed up with beige tailored trousers and a pair of good
old fashioned brogues for a casual conservative look; it is always copied and a
staple look when it comes to Wimbledon centre court matches. But this year I saw a
lot of tailored crisp whites making a comeback with a modern twist with a lot
of soft monochrome clashes – think lady-like pleated dresses teamed with a structured
bounce jacket or a more </span>conservative<span style="font-family: inherit;"> sports luxe look </span>minus<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the neon. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Tea Dress £55 from <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?refinements=category~%5b203984%7c-12556%5d&searchTerm=white&storeId=12556&productId=11102397&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&parent_categoryId=203984&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Vest £18 from <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.oasis-stores.com/basic-vest/tops/oasis/fcp-product/3710029502" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Oasis</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">White Heeled Shoes £42 from <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-HOSTAGE-Heeled-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2719255&SearchQuery=white%20heel&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=White" target="_blank">Asos</a> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Clean
Utility Skirt Dress £42 from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?refinements=category~%5b203984%7c-12556%5d&searchTerm=white&storeId=12556&productId=10064747&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&parent_categoryId=203984&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Topshop</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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was first introduced to the Kérastase Resistance range by my hairdresser a while ago, around the
same time that I picked up Kérastase Elixir Ultime Oil (<a href="http://aaarrraaa.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/battle-of-hair-oilskerastase-elixir.html" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">see review here</a>).
The Resistance range is aimed to replenish
hair that is weakened or damaged; I tend to use it when my hair is crying for a
bit more love mostly in the winter months or for a special occasion when I want
my unruly hair to behave. Even though
the range is particularly targeted at weakened/damaged hair, my hairdresser recommended
the range for my long hair, as longer hair tends to need that extra bit of attention
strength and added nutrition, especially to the ends. Below are the simple steps that I take when
using this range:</span></div>
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De Force Vita-Ciment TopSeal Shampoo</span></u></h4>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Simply
apply this like any other shampoo to your wet hair; you only need a tiny winy
amount, about the size of a 5p coin. I was surprised when I was told this by my
hairdresser – but I can vouch for the fact a little goes a long way, make sure
you work the shampoo into your hair for a good few minutes before rinsing, the
formula is super concentrated which is why you only need a small amount (plus a
bottle of this will last ages)! The
shampoo has a thick consistency that is why it is important that you really
work the shampoo into the hair all over. The shampoo claims to reinforce the
hair and after washing my hair feels soft without even beginning the conditioning
stage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> After shampooing I try to squeeze all the
water out of my ends so that my hair is not soaking wet; this enables the
conditioner to go a longer way and not simply be washed out by the amount of
water in my hair (the packaging states to use it on towel dried hair, although
for me this seems a bit impractical when already in the shower)! Unlike most
conditioners the Climent Ant-usure instructs to leave it in on the lengths and ends
of the hair for a minute or so and then simply wash out as normal. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">As
I would normally use this range for a special occasion there is no doubt that I
would probably involve some heat styling. For this purpose my favourite heat protective
product has to be this. Being afraid of hair serums (I only have to think of
those secondary school days and the unintentional ‘greasy lengths’ from the
hair serum ‘00’s craze *cringe*) Kerastase Resistance Ciment Thermique does
have that typical thick consistency of a hair serums, but I was surprised to
find that it did not weigh my hair down or make it look greasy. You simply
apply it to your ends and work it upwards to the rest of the lengths making
sure there is an even distribution, it acts as a heat protectant so I simply
blow dry my hair afterwards. Remember only a small amount is needed!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Overall I am fairly content with the range, I have repurchased the above and would </span>definitely<span style="font-family: inherit;"> recommend it!</span></span></div>
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purchased the above products from my </span><span style="color: #741b47;">hairdresser, most</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> good saloons stock the range too. The full range is also available online, often for a good
price/promotion on </span><a href="http://feelunique.com/" style="background-color: #c27ba0; font-family: inherit;">feelunique.com</a><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">.</span></div>
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-50048784911988766972013-05-24T18:35:00.000+01:002013-07-03T17:55:29.039+01:00Vichy Normaderm Review<br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Vichy
skincare range has been around for a while and often has been hailed as one of
the more leading high-end drugstore products with its claimed mineral-rich
therma spa water ingredient. Vichy have a range of specially developed skin care
products designed for those of us with the more complicated skin types. The Normaderm
range itself is targeted mainly for oily combination skin, with a little targeted
action for acne prone skin too; helping to target blemishes and keep those
breakouts at bay. The Vichy Normaderm range recognises the link between oily
combination skin and breakouts (excess oil produced by our skin blocking our
pores leading to breakouts…you know the drill, most of us have been there). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have used Vichy Normaderm products in the past, but never truly committed fully
to the cause. So I have been wanting to review the Anti-Imperfection Hydrating
Care (Day Moisturiser) and Chrono-Active Pore Refining Care (Night </span>Moisturiser)<span style="font-family: inherit;"> for some time now, but wanted to incorporate these two products properly in my
routine before I could review them (hence the slightly erm “weathered”
packaging in the photos – sorry about that). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care (Day Moisturiser)<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">This
daytime moisturiser claims to common problem areas targeting: imperfections,
pores, oily/shiny skin and uneven skin tone. This daytime moisturiser is not my
favourite, once it is applied to can rub off in little bits and looks as though
your skin is peeling off (when in fact it is the day moisturiser that is dried
onto the skin)! It has a matte finish and although it may make your skin look
less oily for me it was not really a hit, as I did not really feel or see the real
results. The formula flaking off my skin was something that I was disappointed with and it did not last long at all. This
product does contain Alcohol therefore I would not recommend using this product
if you have sensitive/dry skin during a hot summers day or on your tropical
holiday; as it could leave your skin dehydrated rather than hydrated. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Overall
this product did not blow me away; it did not deliver on its bold claims. I
could not wear this day moisturiser all day on my skin, as the product was often peeling
away from my skin and rather looked more like an acid peel than a </span>moisturiser!<span style="font-family: inherit;"> It did not have a great wear time at all for a moisturiser, and did not leave my skin hydrated all day. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">A
50ml bottle of Vichy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care Day Moisturiser
is<span style="background-color: white;"> </span><span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Vichy-Normaderm-Hydrating-Care-50ml_1260917/" target="_blank">£12</a></span> from Boots. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="color: #741b47;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Vichy
Normaderm Chrono-Active Pore Refining Care (Night </span>Moisturiser<span style="font-family: inherit;">)<o:p></o:p></span></span></u></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">This
night time moisturiser is my favourite of the two moisturisers, it claims to limit
the amount of pores that produce excess oil overnight so that the skin has a more
even tone and that pores are less visible overtime. It easily melts onto the
skin and once applied instantly - what I can only describe somewhat as dissolving
into the skin – it was not greasy at all even though the consistency when it
comes out of the tube is runny. You may feel a tingling sensation when you apply
it onto your skin, this is probably the Zincadone A ingredient that targets bacteria
and skin regeneration, although I would not recommend applying this night-time moisturiser
onto broken/sensitive skin; as this may deeply irritate the skin and cause
discomfort! On my skin this moisturiser was perfect, I definitely noticed my
pores were less distinguished and my overall skin tone did improve. I particularly
liked the fact that my skin was noticeably soft after I applied the moisturiser
without that heavy greasy feeling that most night moisturisers tend to go over
load on the greasy results. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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50ml bottle of Vichy Normaderm Chrono-Active Pore Refining Night Cream is
<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/VICHY-NORMADERM-Night-50ML_866732/" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">£12.77</a> from Boots. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Overall I am not completely convinced, I will not be re-purchasing
the day moisturiser again!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Sometimes
life can leave you feeling tired and wanting to regain and recover the
strength that we all need to go on; and that is normal, after all we are all
</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">need an escape to feel re-energised. I was lucky enough to do so; so that is exactly what I did. I hit the
road to the historical and stunning city of Edinburgh.</span><br />
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was in Edinburgh for a couple of days, I do recommend visiting for more than
two days in order to get the most out of this city, there is a lot of things to
do and see – from the famous Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo, the Dungeons,
sightseeing the beautiful coast line and natural wonders, visiting the old
fashioned University, Scottish Parliament, the famous Balmoral Hotel, Botanical
Gardens, the Scottish National Museum...the list goes on!</span></div>
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I managed to get away during the early May Bank Holiday and noticed the
constant bustle of tourists visiting the city; I recommend getting about on
local transport which runs regularly throughout the city as it is very cheap. You simply have to be on foot to explore all areas (£3.50 for a day saver
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is next to none in Edinburgh, Prince Street is a busy hive of lively tourists
with the beautiful views overlooking the castle as a perfect backdrop, it is filled with great names from
high end to high street such as Zara, the famous Jenner’s Department Store, Debenhams, Fraser
Hart, Harvey Nicholas etc. I also visited the more up-market George Street were
the atmosphere was slightly less touristy and more upmarket and cosmopolitan –
a range of sophisticated boutiques lined up the area, there are a lot of swanky
bars and fashion giants from Karen Millen, Coast, Jaeger just to name a few. The
architecture really came to live in George Street, stunning and very opulent; I
can certainly see how this was once the financial heart of the city with the buildings
telling their own story.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Edinburgh
surprised me when it came to shopping, I can safely say it rivalled that to my
usual shopping hangout of the modern Bullring based in Birmingham; simply put
shopping in Edinburgh was more of a relaxed experience which treated my eyes to
the beauty of the old fashioned building’s that stood against the spell of
time, really worth a visit for those shopaholics out there!</span></div>
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you don’t intend to go to Edinburgh for the shopping then you must nevertheless
visit its department store Jenners – think of this as Edinburgh's own version of Harold’s based in London. The magnificence and old fashioned
family heritage was the selling factor of Jenners, it is now owned by House of
Fraser although still holds the notable Jenner golden etched sign above it
premises and is somewhat of a local landmark. Inside Jenners you can see for yourself
the beautiful grand hall of against the Victorian remains of spiralling pillars
that hold each floor. Even if you are not interested in buying or shopping in
particular Jenners offers a glimpse of the past and is well worth the visit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ultimately have to visit Edinburgh Castle; with stunning views from across the
city far and wide it dominates the whole city horizon, sitting at the top of
the whole town both new and old. It was not too busy when we ventured up there,
I do recommend dressing appropriately by wearing a jacket/blazer with the odd
scarf (perhaps a tartan would fit the occasion); the wind was notorious at the
peak despite it being May.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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National Scottish Museum is well worth a visit too; not only is it free but it
offers something for everyone (recently refurbished) with great open indoor architecture
and countless worldwide exhibitions from the animal section filled with an
enormous T-Rex skeleton to the white Iranian inspired hall filled with exotic
monuments – there is something for everyone to be excited about. There are so
many amazing photograph opportunities inside the Museum; it left me feeling
very inspired for an amateur/novice photographer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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there is more to Edinburgh than just the beautiful scenery and history, it is a
rich cosmopolitan city that is definitely worth the visit, although I would
pass on the Scottish Haggis and whisky I shall definitely be back and perhaps
celebrate the world famous Hogmanay celebrations later on this year (yes I know a tad <i>too early</i> to be talking about new years eve celebrations yet)! There is so much more that I could write about what I got up to in </span>Edinburgh<span style="font-family: inherit;"> but I feel as though I would be here forever typing it all out. Simply put you should venture up North yourself to find out for yourself. If
you a looking for an affordable city break that offers more than just the usual
modern gimmicks then Edinburgh is for you. I would recommend planning in advance if you are going to get the most out of your visit; the </span><a href="http://www.visitscotland.com/" style="background-color: #c27ba0; font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Visit Scotland</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> website offered me a great insight into booking tickets and costs regarding my </span>trip to<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the City.</span></span><br />
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-45758888388315795062013-05-12T09:34:00.004+01:002013-05-12T09:38:20.042+01:00Evening-wear Perfume: Versace Crystal Noir Review<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"In Italian there is an expression: We don't sleep on the fame." - Donatella Versace </span></blockquote>
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modern classic of mine, originally this little gem was launched in 2004 but I
have used it on and off throughout the years; most notably using it in those
beautiful summer evenings when you want to leave an air of mystery, fitting
with its deep purple design colour. What I love about this musky ambery scent
is that it lingers throughout (something that I look for) yet develops its
depth whilst you are wearing it.</span></div>
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bottle design is not one of Versace’s better looking pieces; with the somewhat awkward
looking giant gem bottle top looking like a U.F.O. sitting on top of the bottle;
bigger in proportion to the actual glass bottle itself, making it
look rather amateurish (a word not usually associated with the likes of Versace)!
But looking beyond the mere design concept the scent is mature and strong, you
only need tiny spritz. If you like oriental with gardenia base notes then this
fragrance is for you; I always get </span>compliments<span style="font-family: inherit;"> when wearing it. It is not overpowering but still distinguishable, Crystal Noir
does leave the wearer reaching for it again and again after each wear – not only
because of its 8 hours staying power (well on me at least) but because of that
elegant presence it evokes…simply put I love it!</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;">A 50ml bottle of Versace Crystal Noir can be picked up from Boots for <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Versace-Crystal-Noir-Eau-de-Toilette-50ml_1277362/" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">£47</a>.</span></div>
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...ArA...http://www.blogger.com/profile/14973667557562292887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5362043378769959940.post-68314728941568371242013-05-05T17:55:00.002+01:002013-05-12T09:41:42.484+01:00Put the “Point” in Everyday Flats<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21.75px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">...Commodum...</span></span><br />
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always have a pair (well more than one pair) in my collection of sturdy trusty flat
shoes that never fail to disappoint. I have <i>even</i> been known to carry a spare pair in
one of my enormous handbags when towering about in one of my higher heels (my
feet always thank me for it later). With the sunnier weather I personally do not like to sweat around in high heels (leave that to the gym, the sweating that is); especially when you are on your feet for more than a few hours - keep it comfortable and practical.</span></div>
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like to team up my flats up with some light washed acid jeans for that laid back summer
ensemble, to keep it clean and easy going. I am currently loving the range of “pointy” flat shoes that can be
seen everywhere on the high street, slightly smart yet casual - I love the
slight attitude that these shoes scream with that pointy front, great for
everyday wear when you may want to leave the stilettos behind for better days. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Pointed Ballet Flats £35 from <span id="goog_1068539593"></span></span><a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-JUNE-Pointed-Ballet-Flats/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2743359&cid=6459&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Pink" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: #c27ba0; color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Asos</span><span id="goog_1068539594" style="background-color: white;"></span><span style="background-color: white;"><o:p></o:p></span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">These pretty cut out scallop detailed flats have cute pin buckle and strap detailing that give it that extra girly touch. Cut out in style they are right on trend. I love the strong coral/pink colour it is perfect for the sunnier days and will brighten up any outfit.</span></span></div>
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Suede Loafers £19.90 from<a href="http://www.forever21.com/UK/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=shoes_flats&ProductID=2030186021&VariantID=" target="_blank"> <span style="background-color: #a64d79;">Forever21</span></a></span><span style="background-color: #a64d79;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Loafers £34.99 from <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/08702?article=08702-A#article=08702-B" style="background-color: #a64d79;" target="_blank">H&M</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Another season friendly pair with the nude/beige</span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"> undertones, these beauties are at a very steal price considering the quality of the leather. The faux snakeskin top detailing make these pair more expensive than they look. Overall very simple yet stunning.</span></div>
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Slipper £49.99 from <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-S2013/358017/1149028/POINTED+SLIPPER" style="background-color: #a64d79;" target="_blank">Zara</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;">Wow. Where do I begin with these blue eyed beauties? The bold Aztec style print screams attention; they are perfect for bringing a simple outfit to the centre court. I would easily team these up to add an instant style statement to one of my simple jersey maxi dresses, without looking as though I am trying too hard. </span></div>
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Bozena Toecap Pointed Ballet Flats £45 from <a href="http://www.asos.com/ALDO/ALDO-Bozena-Toecap-Pointed-Ballet-Flats/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2871165&cid=6459&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Gold" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: #c27ba0;">Asos</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Slipper £39.99 from <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-S2013/358017/1049484/GLITTER+SLIPPER" style="background-color: #a64d79;" target="_blank">Zara</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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F&F summer fashion campaign featuring the international male super model no
other than Jon Kortajarena and Victoria Secret’s Model Amy Hixon. Never would I think to associate two internationally renowned supermodels with the supermarket </span>chain store<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Tesco. What impressed me the
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(Tesco’s own supermarket brand)! I was half expecting it to be a more luxury designer
brand; the whole look and feel of the advert has that high fashion and supermodel
feel to it, with beautiful models posing effortlessly in their t-shirts/kaftans
making it look very effortless and unflappable to be parading around in the sun. </span></span><br />
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cool British duo </span><a href="http://www.alunageorge.com/" style="background-color: #c27ba0; font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">AlunaGeorge</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> with their electro beat "You Know You Like It" track) and soft lighting the whole collection looked something far more worthy
of being on a catwalk let alone on a plastic hanger at your local Tesco’s.
You have to give it to the marketing team at Tesco Headquarters; they delivered
on their marketing goal, having great recognisable faces (from the handsome Jon
Kortajarena *swoon*) to talented new music artists (AlunaGeorge will definitely be feeling
the success of this advert to their sales I am sure) everyone is talking about
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have been talking a lot about pastels lately, it is a revival trend that always
comes back every spring and summer from far back as I can remember, and it is
by far my favourite trend! It is always a safe bet to wear and is guaranteed to
make you look uber girly and princess-like. I love the fact that it incorporates all my favourite colours into one season. In terms of pastel colours
think about those clique light candy colours (or old-fashioned ice-cream
colours) that are so vintage and timeless – from minty greens, creamy beige to
light hues of lavender, a touch of dusty pinks and light corals and even
lighter powder blues; this very fun and easy to wear colour palette compliments
every skin tone and is perfect to wear this time of year. Think of teaming these
pastels with acid skinny jeans, perfect to get that sharp colour contrast and
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very easy and affordable way to get some pastels in your wardrobe is by
investing in a good fitted pastel spring blazer, think of the more “safer”
pastel colours for this, such as a dusty pink that you can easily work with
every spring. There are various blazer
styles around, depending on how you prefer to wear them, or how you like your
blazer fitted. Opt for a more fitted cropped style which is very spring or if
you prefer to layer your look then opt for the classic boyfriend style blazer that
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Leather Messenger Bag £60 from <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=9937660&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208548&parent_categoryId=204484&pageSize=2000" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: #c27ba0;">Topshop</span> </a>| 2. Shell
Pink Cut Out Clutch £12.99 from <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/shell-pink-cut-out-clutch-_274195572" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">New Look</a></span><br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">1. This
beautiful very light and faint mint leather bag is absolutely gorgeous, so
simple yet so girly – its double gold fastening and zip details makes it
perfect to stash away those bits and bobs that always leaves you rummaging
around!</span><br />
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appear more expensive that £12.99, a great clutch for those spring/summer
Friday evenings!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Laples Double-Breasted Blazer in Beige £34.99 from <a href="http://shop.mango.com/flash.faces?state=she_006_IN" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Mango</a> | 4. <o:p></o:p>Lace
Studded Biker £75 from <a href="http://www.warehouse.co.uk/lace-studded-biker/all/warehouse/fcp-product/4313042301" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Warehouse</a></span></div>
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Summer 2013 campaign. It looks very vogue-uesque with padded shoulders and gold
button detailing on the cuffs and main body, it would go so perfectly with a
fitted shirt. It is also available in other colours, but for me my favourite has
to be the beige which fits into the pastel colour palette well.</span><br />
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detailing; the three quarter length is perfect for spring and oozes elegance
and is so feminine - yet it still has a dollop of edge making it very current (with
my favourite stud detailing) on the lapel. I cannot make up my mind whether I
love this jacket or the Mango Double-Breasted Blazer (no 3) more.</span></span></div>
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Spring Pearl Necklace £8.99 from <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jewellery-and-hair-accessories/white-spring-pearl-necklace_276832910" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">New Look</a> | 6. Jewel
Chandelier Earring £15 from <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Jewel-Chandelier-Earring/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2803227&cid=4175&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Crystal" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Asos</a><br /><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">5. </span></span><span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">It
is in the name, this bib style beaded necklace is delicate with dots of light
coral/peach and pretty pearls and shimmers of grey/silver crystals that will
look stunning on pastel dress or shirt.</span><br />
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pretty chandelier earrings have the perfect nudey-peachy-coral pastel hint that
would look perfect on a summer evening with beach inspired waves in your hair. Being
Indian I can tell that these earrings are very Indian inspired as I have similar pairs in my collection; Asos’ new jewellery arrivals have a lot of Indian inspired pieces that seem to be making a new trend (see <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Paisley-Bell-Earrings/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2877060&cid=4175&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Blue" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Jewelled-Chandelier-Earrings/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2877238&cid=4175&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Crystal" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Filigree-Bell-Earring/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2877158&cid=4175&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Black" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">here</a>).</span><br />
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Sandal £39.99 from <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-neu-S2013/358009/1193552/STUDDED+SANDAL" target="_blank">Zara</a> </span>| 8. Converse
All Star Seasonal Mint Ox Trainers £45 from <a href="http://www.asos.com/Converse/Converse-All-Star-Seasonal-Mint-Ox-Trainers/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2553762&SearchQuery=mint&Rf-700=1000&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Mint" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Asos</a></span><br />
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great high street example of a Valentino inspired shoe, these studded
nudey/cream sandals are guaranteed to add a bit of edge and glam to any spring
outfit.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">8. For
those relaxed days or mile-high fuelled shopping trips these comfy Converse’s are guaranteed to leave your feet feeling comfortable all day when walking in heels
feels like chore. These iconic trainers have a quirky twist with its coloured
spring pastel mint green which will leave you still feeling every inch of
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Applique Waist Dress £60 from <a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/dresses/party--evening-dresses/Pink-applique-waist-dress-634736" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">River Island</a> | 10. </span><span style="font-size: 13.333333969116211px; text-align: center;">Claudia
Skirt £55 from <a href="http://www.oasis-stores.com///oasis/fcp-product/8330013118#GBP" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Oasis</a></span></span></span></div>
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accessories trend running from clear stilettos to our handbags and clutches, the
likes of <a href="http://store.valentino.com/VALENTINO%20GARAVANI/detail/tskay/112439D7/cod10/45198338QG/mm/112" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">Valentiono </a> and <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://uk.burberry.com/store/womens-bags/the-blaze/prod-38794321-the-blaze-in-metallic-snakeskinvinyl/" target="_blank">Burberry</a> </span> fully embracing this trend in their summer
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can you imagine showing all passer-by’s your random bits and bobs all on
display. It seems to me a bit too far-fetched and not very practical, the trend (or two second "fad") at first for me was like one of those security
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am still thinking that these clear bags look slightly a bit cheap and tacky, and are better left
back in the 80’s when fashion was more forgiving (Fresh Prince of Bell Air springs to mind). Nevertheless
always being open-minded and experimental with fashion and styling (well I <i>try</i>
to be at least) I gave in and went a bit crazy. I thought I would take baby steps and work with the perspex
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can see it working perhaps on small day clutches when you need to carry minimal <s>pointless garbage</s> essentials, I feel that this is a fair experimental compromise for those of you who are not
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">White Winged Transparent Bowler Bag from New Look <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/white-winged-transparent-bowler-bag-_273529410" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">£19.99</a> | <o:p></o:p>Black
Winged Transparent Bowler Bag from New Look<span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"> <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/black-winged-transparent-bowler-bag_273529401" target="_blank">£19.99</a></span> | Fuchsia
Winged Transparent Bowler Bag from New
Look <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/fuchsia-winged-transparent-bowler-bag-_273529477" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">£19.99</a></span></div>
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Pink Thais Clear Vinyl Shopper<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/coolway-pink-thais-clear-vinyl-shopper_277513277" target="_blank"> <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;">£19.99</span></a> from New Look | Coolway
Neon Yellow Thais Clear Vinyl Shopper <span style="background-color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/bags-and-purses/coolway-neon-yellow-thais-clear-vinyl-shopper_277513285" target="_blank">£19.99</a> </span>from New Look</span></div>
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better weather and with it I have brought out some of my favourite Spring
perfumes. The key for a good Spring perfume for me is it has to be light and
not too overpowering; faint and wearable without being too musky, yet still
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found often smell too floral; leaving me feeling as though I
have sprayed myself with air freshener – a smell that I would rather avoid. I
have tried quite a few Spring perfumes and often found myself disappointed from
the scent being too floral infested (smelling a bit like a florist) or
very light and not long wearing, there never seemed to be the right balance for
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I stumbled across Versace Versense, which certainly does the job for me! It is very
light yet long lasting, it immediately reminds me of a fresh Spring day – it
really does smell like a bouquet of Spring flowers (without being overbearing), it is very fresh (you can smell the citrus undertones immediately
after a spritz or two) and develops a deeper sensual smell after a few hours of
wear time. Versace Veresense is said to
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<a href="http://www.feelunique.com/p/Versace-Versense-Eau-De-Toilette-Spray-100ml" style="background-color: #c27ba0;" target="_blank">£57.40</a> (with free delivery)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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