Blogmas day 24!

It is officially christmas eve! I can't believe how quickly december has gone already. I am soooooo excited for tomorrow and as I post this I am getting ready to go to a carol concert with my family which we go to every year. I am not sure what time I am going to be able to post tomorrow as I will be spending it with my family so the last blogmas post may be on thursday!

Today I wanted to share with you all my gingerbread house that I made with my brother. We are really happy with it. This is the first time that we made one of these so were unsure how to cook it. We are over the moon with our first ever attempt though! It was a joint effort (Although I did most of the icing). Let me know if you make gingerbread houses traditionally?

Hope you all have a lovely christmas! 

xoxox

Top 4 Christmas Decorations!

For the second post in this series of my favourite christmas decorations I have spotted some great finds in Sainsbury's. To me it is easy accessible as there is one in my high street, how ever they have a great website online that is easy to navigate through! (http://www.sainsburys.co.uk)

Sainsbury's

I never know what to expect from Sainsbury's but they have really upped' the decoration antics this year! There are also some bits which don't shout too much 'christmas' but more comfy which allows you to leave some of the bits out throughout the winter season! 

Berry lights £15

Wreath £20

These wreaths are two of my favourite bits from their whole collection of christmas bits. The fairy lights are meant to represent berry's, but just generally look so cute! The wreath is something that we buy for our house every year and this looks so luxurious and pretty. I think this will look really pretty on both front doors, and inside on room doors. 

Cushion £10.00

Owl doorstop £7.99

Both of these are so cute! I love the tartan print on the owls body and the check print on the cushion. Currently the owl is a third off and it is also a decorative way to keep doors open! 

gold star £3.99

Decorative bird £3.99

Wooden sign £3.99

All of these items are also in a sale at the moment which makes them super cheap and affordable to buy! I love these items as they look so retro and vintage. wall signs like the one above are really in at the moment and have been for a while now. This is another item that can be left out all winter! The little bird is also so cute and would look lovely sitting on a window place or desk. It adds a little glamour to your room also with the gold appearance! 


Above is just a few of the items that I found in sainsbury's and checked to see that they were online also. The delivery charge is £3.95 from their website, but it is free to order online and collect in your nearest sainsbury's if the order is over £15! I really recommend taking a browse online or in store as there are some great things to be found! Let me know which pieces were your favourite!

xoxo

October Favourites!

I can't believe how quickly the month of October has gone! Seems like it was just yesterday that it was september and I was starting Uni and now it has just become routine for me!  A few good things happened this month such as passing my driving theory test and becoming more confident on this blogging site! I can not wait until next month and christmas! (Seeing as it is now one month before, I can start posting my Christmas DIY tutorials!)

Anyway onto the real meaning behind this post.. My favourites!!

Beauty
I have been trying out a few new beauty products that I either bought this month, or started using this month.

Hoola by Benefit- This is one product that I always wanted to try but felt like it wouldn't match my skin tone what so ever. I only just a small amount on my brush and then blend it into my cheek bones and temples. This gives such a natural tone and I love the way it looks on my pale skin!

L'oreal Paris Nude magique eau de teint-  I wrote a review on this the other day which can be read here. I love the finish this foundation has on my skin! I have read a few reviews and they say that it leaves the skin a little dry, I haven't had this case! On some applications this can happen but after blending and setting with the powder this soon goes away. I can't believe how similar this foundation is to my all time favourite touché éclat!

Kiko Face brush 106- Linking in with the foundation this brush is something that I picked up in Italy on my holiday in the summer. This brush is so soft and blends in to the skin perfectly. Something different to all the different foundation brushes I have previously tried is the handle to it. It is so light and easy to hold which makes the application much easier than before!

MAC Launch away Satin blush- This is my all-time favourite blush. I was bought this blush as a gift last christmas and have been using it ever since and am yet to hit the pan! It blends lovely with hoola so they have  become my go to duo for cheeks this month.

Fuchsia Flash by Maybelline- I got this lipstick for free at London fashion week and have been a little hesitant to use it seeing how bright it was. I have been using a little of it and have noticed how far it goes! I use Baby Lips Hydrate before I apply to make the colour blend into my lips a little more and have seen how natural this can actually look! This has been worn every day to uni so far!

Batiste dry shampoo in floral and flirty blush- This is something that probably reflects my university life fully. I wouldn't call myself lazy but being someone with longer hair it takes hours (ok half an hour) to dry after washing it. Also sometimes it is nice to add a little volume to the hair instead of hairspray. This also smells lovely which is such a bonus!

Random Favourites

Alexa Chung It- I picked this book up from urban outfitters during fresher week and have only just began to read it. At first I found it a little confusing as to what I was reading about as it seems really unstructured and spontaneous. Alexa has basically written a book about all of her favourite things (which is really fitting for this post!). She starts talking about her favourite people and her inspiration and goes on to talk about her make up idols etc. I love this book and how vintage it looks! Such a lovely bedtime read!

Panda Hat- I had a hat like this last year but have managed to lose it which I was so gutted about! whilst browsing through Primark the other week I found this hat and instantly picked it up! This hat fits so nicely and is such great quality for Primark and is something that I am going to wear all the time this winter!

Animal Print Scarf- With the weather changing I have been bringing this scarf with me everywhere just in case of any sudden climate change! I bought this scarf in Italy and love the quality and texture of it. It is so soft and keeps my neck so warm when wearing it!

I hope you liked this style of post, I will be posting one each month. Let me know what favourites you enjoyed this month and If you have done a post like this leave the link below!

xoxox

Liebster Award

One of the very first comments I received when starting this blog a couple of 

months ago was that I had been tagged to complete the Liebster Award tag. A lot 

has changed since I first completed the tag and I have gained more followers and

 more page views which I feel very grateful for. I always read through these tags as 

I love finding out more about someone through their blog. I was tagged to do this 

today by the lovely Ava so make sure you go and check out her blog as it is a great 

read for fashion and vintage readers alike!

The rules of the tag
1) Link the blogger(s) that nominated you. 
2) Answer the 10 questions your nominator has asked. 
3) Keep the chain growing by nominating 10 of your favourite bloggers who  have less than 200 followers, and let them know. 
4) Create 10 interesting questions for your nominees to answer. 
My answers to Ava's questions!

1) What is your favourite brand of make up ?

My favourite brand of makeup is a mashup between MAC and Maybelline.

2) What is your dream job ?

I have always wanted to be a fashion designer. Although I will be happy with

 anything to do with the fashion industry.

3) Four Places you have always wanted to travel to ?

Australia, New York, California and New Zealand. 

4) If you could go back in time what era would you go back to ?

The 1920's probably, I love Audrey Hepburn

5) your idol or inspiration ?

I have said on many occassions that Mollie King from the saturdays is one of

 my fashion idols, but since reading Alexa Chungs book 'IT' I have found a love

 for her style! 

6) Do you have any talents ?

I guess you could call me fashionless..

7) What is your favourite tv show ?

Kardashians, Dance Moms or The only way is essex (I have to admit though 

I only watch it because it is filmed where I live!)

8) Who is your favourite fashion designer or favourite clothing brand ?

My favourite designer has and will always be Alexander Mcqueen. 

9) If you could meet one person (dead or alive) who would it be ?

Erm, Mcqueen.

10) What is your favourite colour ?

Pink!

The People I Tag are..

1.Rosie 

2.Chloe

3.Abby

4.Jess

5.Sofie

6.Emmi

7.Veronica

8.Amelie

9.Sarah

10.Jessica

My Questions are..

1. If you could be someone else for one day who would you be?

2. What is your favourite drink from Starbucks?

3. What is your go-to makeup look

4. What do you have on your nails right now?

5. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

6.What is your favourite film?

7. Who is your celebrity crush?

8. Whats your favourite high street store and why?

9. Do you prefer winter or summer?

10. What is your dream job?

Let me know when you have completed the tag by comment the links 

to your blogs down below! I would love to check them out and have a 

cheeky read to see your replies to my questions! 

xoxo

Lush, Golden Wonder review!

Guess whats back, back again.. ok so I wont burst into song but seriously this is a big deal! I was wandering past my local lush store the other day and my eye was drawn to one particular item in the window. Lush Christmas Goodies are back in store!

Last year I was introduced to these wonders and ever since have been feeling a total hole in my life where they once were. Snow Fairy and Golden wonder where just a few of the christmas products I tried and being the silly person I am I didn't think about stocking up on them..(I will be this year don't you worry!)

I decided to pick up Golden wonder this time as a way of slowly making my way back into christmas (yes the C word again..)

(This happened in my attempt to move the bath bomb)

The appearance of Golden wonder is so beautiful that it makes me a little bit sad that I have to use it up every time. It is a Yellow bath bomb that is in the shape of a present and covered in golden glitter. It is the one lush product I have tried that has the glitter on the outside and I love it! Also when you shake it you can hear that there is something hidden inside, which really adds to the overall christmas effect!

(Sorry that some of the pictures have shadows/not framed nicely, Was very hard to photograph the bath bomb quickly!)

Once being used in the bath this is where all the magic and Christmassy goodness happens. It explodes

into a yellow colour then begins to change into a gluey/green with small golden stars shooting out everywhere. This then continues until the bath bomb has all gone. The bath is then left with a shimmery aftermath which looks gorgeous, but is a pain to clean up after bath time!

 It smells as amazing as it looks with the scent of champagne and orange. It is definitely a must have for christmas and I for one am not going to make the mistake of not buying many of these for next year.

Lush Golden Wonder Bath Bomb- Lush- £3.50 each

I believe this is sold October-December

University Fashion

At the moment I am sorting through my clothes and deciding on new things to buy which I can wear to university. Three of my favourite high street shops to shop in at the moment is 'NEXT', 'ZARA' and 'TOPSHOP'.

Brown Tan Tote Bag £35 (NEXT)-  I love the size and shape of this bag as it fits everything I need to bring to uni, and much more! The colour is also perfect as it means it is able to go with various outfits and clothes.

Tan Leather Loafers £45 (NEXT)- I love these shoes as they look very smart as well as comfortable. I think that they will look really nice with tights and a cute winter dress and a coat also.

Lace Dress £55 (NEXT)- This dress looks lovely and really smart. I love the detailing and would wear it with a cute winter coat, tights and boots also!

Black Dress £46.00 (TOPSHOP)- I love the fit of this dress as it really flatters the body shape. This is a product that I will be buying with my student card!

Scallop Shorts £32.00 (TOPSHOP)- I have tried this on in the store and love the way that the shorts fit. Although they are quite expensive for a pair of shorts, I really like the way that the shorts look.

Lipstick 'Velvet Pillow Talk' £8 (TOPSHOP)- This colour is perfect for my skin tone and will look lovely as a natural daytime look!

White Short sleeved shirt £59.90 (ZARA)-zara is really one of my obsessions lately and I love all the way that the clothes fit and look smart and very feminine!

Hooded Wool Coat £79.99 (ZARA)- I am really in love with this coat and am going to purchase this as soon as I have saved up enough!

Pleated Skirt £39.99 (ZARA)- This skirt is so lovely and although has the colour that is perfect for the summer with a pair of tights it can look gorgeous!

Mini Office City Bag £29.99 (ZARA)- This is a perfect size for the days when I do not need to bring a lot of bits with me!

So there is a roundup of some of my favourite things for the new year! Let me know which ones you like also!