Monday, 2 June 2014

Festival Vibes Featuring Orelia Jewellery


With it being June, the summer is finally here... As soon as summer comes around, you know festival season is well and truly on its way and with it comes festival fashion. Whether you are thinking about making the trip to a festival this year or not, it doesn't really matter; You don't need that golden ticket to wear pretty flowers in your hair and rock the festival chic look. To help get you accessory inspired this summer, I've teamed up with Orelia to showcase some gorgeous jewellery and accessories that would be perfect for those hot summer evening garden parties or wild festival weekends. 

When it comes to achieving the perfect festival chic look, accessories are key and they can really help get you into that summery festival vibe. Think layering and stacking bracelets and rings, and of course don't forget your floral crown, that's an essential. I personally like to keep my jewellery dainty and delicate, but layering it up definitely gives it more of a statement look. Also adding in some colour will really help your accessories pop and stand out; I absolutely adore beaded bracelets and this emerald green tear drop one from Orelia is just so eye catching, I love it.

Hair accessories are you number accessory choice this summer and like I mentioned before, you don't want to miss out on wearing some flowers in your hair. This floral garland from Orelia is pretty in pink and just like the jewellery, dainty and beautiful. A floral crown like this one will work with any type of hair, long or short and is a great way to achieve that festival vibe. If flowers aren't your thing you could always opt for chain and beaded hair crowns for a different look.

Whatever accessories you choose, make them work for you and your outfit. You don't have to stop at bracelets and rings either! Necklaces are a great, especially statement ones as are earrings, and why not add in an anklet bracelet or two as well? 






Flower Hair Garland* £20.00 || Fine Midi Ring Set* £10.00 || Wing Ring* £10.00 || Teardrop Bead Bracelet* £10.00 || Coin Bracelet* £15.00 || 3 Pack of Bracelets* £8.00 

I adore summer accessories and Orelia have such an amazing selection of rings, bracelets necklaces and everything else that's jewellery related; so if your in need of some inspiration this summer be sure to have a look at their website here. I would love to see your inspired festival looks so be sure to let me know in the comments below.


Lots of Love






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Wednesday, 28 May 2014

Ambiance Volumizing Dry Shampoo


If it wasn't for dry shampoo, there is no doubt about it I'd either be washing my hair every day or walk around with greasy looking roots; How on earth did we cope with out this must have beauty item back in the day I do not know! What I do know is that ever since I heard about dry shampoo some years back now, Batiste in particular, its become such a staple in my everyday beauty routine.
Not only does dry shampoo give your hair a good freshen up and magically turns second day hair into clean hair, it also does a great job at uplifting and adding some much needed volume into your hair too. If your hair is like mine and a little on the thin side, then you will know how much difference dry shampoo can really make to your roots - Its like give me all the volume that you've got! 

I've always known dry shampoo to come in a spray form, but recently I was introduced to this powdered dry shampoo from Ambiance, a product that I received in my goody bag from the 'Northampton Blogger Meet' and this stuff has blown every other dry shampoo I've tried right out of the water.

As you can see from the pictures this dry shampoo in particular is actually a brown powder which is perfect for us brunettes (I believe Ambiance have a dry shampoo that suits all hair shades, that includes one for blondes and red heads). To apply the dry shampoo you simply use the brush to dab on the product into the roots of your hair and massage it in. The brown powder means that this dry shampoo looks invisible and I don't have to worry about the product dulling my hair, I hate how some dry shampoos can make your hair look grey ... eek! The brush makes this so easy to apply and you can choose exactly what areas of your hair you want to freshen up; I find that there can sometimes be a lot of waste in sprays as you have a lot less control. Another thing that's important about a dry shampoo is that its got to smell good! This one from Abidance is not the best smelling dry shampoo ever, but it does smell fresh and is pleasent. However once the product has been worked into your hair, I can't smell it at all.

Like I mentioned earlier, I really love using dry shampoo to add some life into my sometimes lifeless hair to make it look a little thicker at the roots and this one does such a great job at adding volume. Whenever I see a hair product that has the word volume, I immediately want to try it, but am so often let down. This dry shampoo really does impress and I love the extra bit of uplift that I get with this product.

All in all I love this product so much and I want to keep on using it forever! I never thought that there would be another dry shampoo that would knock Batiste of the top spot for me ... All I can say is step aside Batiste...




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Friday, 23 May 2014

Kiss Air Candles Wax Melt - Thai Lime & Mango


Like me, I'm pretty sure you guys are a sucker for anything beautifully scented or any fragrance that is going to make your home smell wonderful, which is why I wanted to share with you all this amazing wax tart from Kiss Air Candles. I received this cute little heart shaped wax melt as a little gift in the goody bag from the Northampton Blogger Meet, and it really does smell as good as it looks.

This green wax melt has the fragrance of 'Thai Lime and Mango' and it smells so wonderful; Think of a scent that's a little zesty, sweet and refreshing all at the same time. This is such a perfect smell for spring/summer and although this tart is small, it's really strong smelling; You don't even have to melt it in order for you to get a whiff of its fragrance, so when it's melted it really does fill up the whole room with its gorgeous smell - Honestly guys I love the smell of this so much!

What's even more amazing is that these wax melts only retail for £1.25 each, which I think is such great value for money - Most great smelling candles can be ridiculously expensive. I had never heard of Kiss Air Candles before receiving this in my goody bag, but I've had a good browse on their website and some of the scented candles they have sound incredible. I've also noticed that they have a candle in the 'Thai Lime & Mango' fragrance, so I'm keen to pick it up so I can burn it on those warm summer evenings.

If your a fan of candles and gorgeous scented things, then take a little look at the Kiss Air Candle's website. I would love to know if you've tried any of the candles and what scents your loving?


Lots of Love





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Wednesday, 21 May 2014

Bikini Body Guide With Boohoo


It's that time of year again where we all start thinking about the summer, our summer holidays and most importantly what we are going to be wearing when were sunbathing in the scorching sun and getting a good dose of Vitamin D. I know for one how hard it can be to find that perfect bikini and bikini shopping is no easy task, I'm sure you will agree.

When shopping around for bikini's there is no doubt about it finding that perfect bikini can be difficult, because lets face it walking around in a bikini (holiday or no holiday) is pretty much like parading around in your underwear, which I think puts not only pressure on us to find the right bikini, but to look amazing in one too - We all want to show off our best bits, embrace our femininity and dare I say look damn sexy in one too. 

To find that perfect bikini, I think it's really important to be aware of your body shape and pick the right one for you - which its a whole lot easier said than done. However I do have some tips for finding that perfect bikini, which will hopefully help you in your search. 

Busty/ Hourglass Shape

First let me start with you ladies that have been blessed with a larger bust and have your curves in all the right places. When picking out a swimwear for you holiday you want something that is going to support you and keep all your private bits firmly in place. The best thing you can do is avoid those bikinis that just hold you in place with a few bits of string that you tie up. Halter neck bikinis bikinis are going to keep your bust nicely in place whilst enabling you to show of one your best assets at the same time. Another great bikini style too look out for is bikini tops that have under-wire in them and are built just like a bra, again enabling you to enhance your features whilst keeping them safe at the same time. 


Athletic Build

If your lacking some of those curves that the majority of women  secretly want, there is no need to be envious at all; For those of you have an athletic body shape, there is a lot of bikinis for you to choose from and you can get away with going a bit more wild and free in terms of deign, pattern and style. Strappy and bandeau bikinis are going to look great on your body and the best bit about these bikinis is that because they are on the skimpier side, you have a lot less tan lines to be worrying about - bonus! Not only are bandeau bikinis going to look stunning on you, you can also get away with choosing bikinis with embellishments, fringing and other cute accessories on them which are really going to stand out and emphasise your amazing figure.  


Bootyful or Tummy Conscious?

When it comes to wearing a bikini, there are going to be those of you who really dislike showing off your stomach, but at the same time, really don't want to wear a one piece and why should you? Ladies there are bikinis for you too that will help suck that bum and tum in and I'm not talking about those ghastly and unfashionable tankinis. The bikinis that I have in mind are the ones that have those high rise bottoms and bikini tops that sit a little lower. I love how these type of bikinis have a vintage retro feel to them and paired with the right sunglasses you will look a gorgeous sun-kissed beauty sitting by the pool side. The high rise bottoms not only take attention away from your stomach but also draws more attention to your booty which you know is worth showing off! 


 Anti-Bikini

If your really not one for bikinis then I think its a little God send that the one piece swimming costume has been revolutionised over the last few years and has been one of the best ways to make a bold fashion statement at the pool side; No matter what body shape or size you are, there is something to suit every one. The classic swimming costume no longer has to be boring and can make you look like a beach goddess, especially when you have tat beautiful golden tan. Boohoo have really gone all out when it comes to the designs of their swimsuits and below are a selection of my favourites, each one catering to the different body shapes that I've mentioned. 


Prepare For The Beach

All of us beautiful ladies have a variety of body shapes and I know for a fact, regardless of what body shape and type we have, none of us are ever truly satisfied with the way we look. We all have those areas that we wish were better, bigger, flatter or just not there all together. However there are some simple things that you can do right now to get your body looking good and bikini ready. Want curves, a rounded booty and killer legs? Start squatting regularly and tone that bottom, trust me you'll start seeing changes in no time at all. Is it your tummy that you're worried about showing off? Start going for long walks or running outside, add in some simple crunches and sit ups at home and you'll feel more confident. Now is the perfect time of year to start doing something about it. So many of us moan about exercise, but I can guarantee we moan about our bodies a lot more, so start incorporating some simple exercises into your daily routine two or three times a week you'll be looking bikini ready in no time. 

No matter what bikini you choose to go for, one thing I do know is that how confident you feel wearing one is all about your inner confidence. If you feel that you look amazing and strut your stuff with pride then any bikini is going to look amazing on you. You have to find one that you feel good in, and no matter what body shape or type you have find your feet and wear it with confidence.  Remember ladies, confidence is sexy and empowering so if you feel you look good the rest of the world will think so too. You should always wear the bikini and never let the bikini wear you. Now you know what type of bikini to go for, head over to the Boohoo Website for their full range of bikinis and beachwear. 


Lots of Love


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Monday, 19 May 2014

Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm - Audacious


Not so long ago it seamed that the beauty world went a little crazy and fell head over in heels in love with the new Revlon Colorburst Matte and Lacquer balms. Now when there is a lot of hype surrounding a new beauty product, I absolutely cave, give into temptation and jump on the bandwagon. Needless to say I purchased a few of these amazing balms to add to my forever growing lipstick collection. One colour that really stood out to me was one of the matte balms in the shade 'Audacious', a stunning bright orange toned coral which I knew was going to be perfect for the summer, especially with a tan. 

If you've been reading my blog for some time, your most probably aware by now that I love bright and bold lipsticks, so 'Audacious' is such a perfect shade for me. What I really love about 'Audacious' besides the colour is its matte finish. I'm quite a fan of matte finishes when it comes to lip products, even though there is the worry that some of them may be a little drying on your lips. However the Revlon Colorburst Matte balms have the most creamy and hydrating feel to them, which makes them a perfect matte lipstick. There is no need to worry whatsoever if your lips are feeling a little dry as I haven't found this balm to stick or cling to any dry patches. In fact it seams to hydrate my lips, which is so rare for any lip product with a matte finish. I can only put this hydrating formula down to the fact that this lip product is a balm and not a lipstick; It feels very much like a lip balm when you apply it, but the colour payout is just amazing! 

I also find the the matte formulas of the Revlon Colorburst balms have a slight minty taste and smell to them which has a bit of cooling effect on the lips; For some reason this gives me the urge to pout my lips whenever I wear these balms which I don't know if its is a good or bad thing, I can only guess this happens because maybe I think the minty tingle makes me think my lips look a little fuller - I wish! 

The only thing I find not so great about matte formulas of the Colorburst balms has to be that staying time is not that lasting; I find that they wear pretty quickly for a matte finish. However the balm tends to fade into a stain and dries evenly on your lips, so only a quick touch up is needed when reapplying. 

Overall I love these balms from Revlon and 'Audacious' is definitely my favourite of the bunch so far, its just so pretty, summery and is a great change from wearing pretty pinks or bright reds. I would love to know what your thoughts are on these balms and which is your favourite?

Lots of Love





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Thursday, 15 May 2014

Lush Massage Bar 'Tender Is The Night' || Review

Lush Massage Bar 'Tender Is The Night' £6.50

When it comes to beauty products nothing screams out pamper me more than a massage bar. This beautifully scented massage bars from Lush have been out for some time, but I after feeling a bit achy after a busy and exciting day at the Northampton Blogger Meet the other weekend, I decided that I really needed to treat myself to one of these bars and deserved a cheeky little massage from my fella.
 
The massage bar that I picked up has been appropriately named 'Tender Is The Night' as Lush claim to be this their most romantic product ever invented. The lovely lady at Lush named Maddie was telling me how much she loved this product and how that it was originally brought out for Valentines but brought back into Lush's permanent line due to popular demand I love how Lush listens to us Lush lovers.
 
This massage bar has a gorgeous blend of jasmine, ylang ylang oils and vanilla which makes this product smell ever so dreamy and sensual. I love the smell of jasmine, so I knew that this bar would be perfect for me. Putting the gorgeous smell aside, this bar feels  as heavenly on your skin as it smells. This massage bar has been made from shea and murumuru butters which not only lock the moisture into your skin when using this bar, but it also makes the bar melt at the touch of your finger tips, so working it into your skin is ever so easy.
 
I absolutely love using this, although it's not something your going to want to use first thing in the morning to moisturise as it can be a little messy. The oils and butters from the massage bar can take a little while to sink into your skin, however the mess is all worth it as your skin feels so soft and silky after you've used it and feels differently to any moisturiser that I've used.
 
'Tender Is The Night' is a great massage bar, and if your looking for a different type of moisturiser, one that's a little bit luxurious then I recommend that you pick up and try one of Lush's massage bars, they have quite the selection. Buying one is a great way to hint to your other half that your in need of a massage too!
 
I would love to know if what your thoughts are on Lush's massage bars are and if you've tried any? I've heard that these work really great in the shower too, using as an alternative for soap to shaving your legs, let me know if you've tried and tested this?
 
Lots of Love
 
 
 
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