Monday Mugshot #18

It's my birthday tomorrow! Although, I have to go to work... so that's going to be fun.
I have quite a few things coming up through the week which I am looking forward to, so can't complain. Birthday's really aren't the same when you're old!
First part of the celebrations is a meal with one of my best friends tonight, in one of my favourite places, Starters.

I received my Boudoir Prive and Carmine beauty boxes today, so I will be posting about those this week at some point. This month was my first Carmine box, and I'm really impressed... kind of think four boxes is too many though, I really need to decide which to stick with!

I noticed I'm number 21 in the Bloglovin' budget blogs list... amazing! Help me get into the top 20 by following me on Bloglovin' too, just click here.

My Miners Cosmetics Fluro Gloss giveaway ends tomorrow, so go and enter if you haven't already.

Not Like You

 Blouse: Internacionale

Skirt: Primark

Tights: New Look

Another high necked piece of clothing for my collection... my favourite 'thing' at the moment, I also love the batwing sleeves and the colour of this blouse - it's so pretty.

I teamed it with this fake leather pleated skirt to give it a bit of an edgy look.

I'm just a bit disappointed with how the blouse photographed... I think it looks a little puffy, rather than showing how nicely it actually hangs in real life. Shame.

I've been doing a little bit more Christmas shopping today, in the shops and online. I keep getting distracted looking at dresses though - there are SO MANY things I want to buy at the moment. I should have put the Lotto on!

Style Inspiration - Caroline Flack

It's been a while since I wrote a 'style inspiration' blog, but this is one I just had to share with you all.
I LOVE Caroline Flack!

Peter Pan collars, bow ties, lace, skater dresses, amazing shoes, Olly Murs on her arm... everything I love, rolled into one.

Every week on Xtra Factor, I lust over her outfits, so girly and cute, but easy to wear, and 99% of the time; totally affordable.
I love the fact that Caroline practically lives in high street fashion, so her look is really easy to recreate.
Since presenting Xtra Factor, she has been wearing lots of Topshop, River Island, Miss Selfridge and ASOS clothes - don't you love when a 'celebrity' who could demand any designer get up she wants, keeps it real and wears what us normal folk wear too!

I'm majorly jealous of her Topshop boots... she has the Astrid's which I would pretty much kill for and the Ribbon Tie Faux Pony Skin boots which I love, but refuse to pay for.

I have treated myself to a new birthday dress from Lavish Alice, which Caroline wore last week... I can't wait for it to arrive! I tracked it down thanks to She's A Secret Shopper.

Caroline is definitely my current style crush!

How I Roll

Dress: New Look

Cardigan: Ark Clothing

I haven't taken this cardigan off my back since I received it from Ark last week. I'm in love with it, plus it keeps me warm - perfect. It is from the brand Reverse Clothing.
I have loads of leopard print in my wardrobe, but I'm a believer that you can never have enough of a good thing, and I think leopard print tends to go with anything... I'm a big fan.

There are currently loads of bits on the Ark website that I really want (I hate being skint this time of year). There is a great mix of going out and casual clothing, all at very good prices too! You should have a look.

I bought this dress before I left New Look. It was in fact, my first burgundy/maroon purchase this season (the first of wayyy too many!) I wore it on a night out with my girls, teamed up with leopard print wedges, but I equally love it dressed down like this.
I really like the pleated skirt, and the little gold buttons on the chest and cuffs - cute!

I'll probably get plenty of wear out of this over the Christmas period, it's quite festive I guess.

Sorry if the photos are a little bit too dark, I tried to photograph the outfit with my camera flash on, but the light bounced back off the slightly shiny fabric of the dress, and made it look awful.

Monday Mugshot #17

I'm really rubbish at Monday Mugshot's lately aren't I?! This is my first one in November, and I cheated... I didn't take this today.

I've had a lazy day, spent with my little girl. I'm still in the top I slept in, and I haven't put any makeup on or done my hair - not a pretty sight.

I was going to take some outfit photos and add a few bits to my blog sale, but instead I caught up with some TV... X Factor and I'm A Celebrity (Yes I watch all of the best stuff!)

I'm working all week after today (gutted!) but I've got all of my blog posts scheduled for the week, so I won't have to worry about updating!

I might be moving house in the new year, which is half exciting and half scary. I've lived in the same place all my life, so it's a big step for me. I'll update you more on that when it's all decided though.

How are you all getting on with your Christmas shopping? I've almost finished buying things for my little girl, and I've bought little pressies for my close friends but that's all I've done so far. I'm always such a last minute person, but I do actually know what I'm buying everyone this year, I think it's the most organised I've ever been!

I want to say a big thank you to all of the people who have started to follow my blog recently, it means so much. Your comments, emails and tweets really make my day!

Don't forget to enter my Miners Cosmetics giveaway here, it ends in a week!

Christmas Wishlist

Nails Inc Gossip Girl collection - ever since these were released I've been obsessed with looking at swatches and I definitely need them, especially the Blair & Lily collections - they're gorgeous!

OPI 'Rainbow Connection' - I think everyone wants this, it's so perfect for Christmas and New Year - you can't go wrong with a glitter polish and I love that the glitter particles in this are so big.

Illamasqua Freak - I reviewed this perfume and fell in love, the scent is so unique and quite strong (which I like) and it lasts all day. This is one of the things I have been majorly hinting about!

 

Lush Snow Fairy lip tint - I've never tried this before, but like most people I love the Snow Fairy shower gel, so I really want to give this a go! I love Lush at Christmas!

 

Rock n Rose cross necklace - I only came across this randomly, when I was browsing the Rock n Rose website, but I love it. I think it's a great twist on a classic.

Mustard scarf - You may have seen my Tweets about looking for the perfect mustard coloured scarf, hat & gloves. I'm still not sure if this is the one I want (this one's from New Look)... but I definitely want something similar. As long as its chunky, mustard and warm I'll be happy!

 

YSL Arty ring - You may find this strange, but I don't want a real one... I want a copy in silver, I'm not a big gold wearer. I've seen a few copies floating around on the internet, so if you've got a good one, let me know. 

 

Cheap Frills Anchor necklace - how cute is this?! I want this just because it's gorgeous and I much prefer wearing jewellery from more independent places like Cheap Frills, rather than shopping in Primark and Topshop all the time.

Topshop makeup bag - I use a Benefit makeup bag, which I've had for years, and to be honest, it is past it's best. So I need this! I had been looking at various makeup bags, but I think this is really cool, it's definitely my favourite I've seen so far.

 

The Pippa Bag - I absolutely love this, and definitely like it best in this colour 'shark'.  I won't be getting this, but I might consider saving up for it myself if I receive any Christmas money.

 

Nasty Gal shirt - I pretty much want everything from the Nasty Gal website, but this is amazing! I love the sleeves and I really think I would get a lot of wear out of this.

 

New Look animal print kimono - I know this looks horrible in the picture, and I would never team with with that shirt dress, but in real life this is really nice - trust me!

 

Miss Selfridge skirt -  I almost bought this on a recent shopping trip, and didn't, then when I got home I really regretted it! I love all of the Fairisle style knits that are back in style this season, I think they're so cute!

 Sosolo leather sleeve top - This is one of my favourite things I've seen recently, I want this so badly! Really quirky and different, but something which will be so easy to wear. They sell this in a few different colours, but I like the grey best.

Topshop dress - This is the dress I want for my work Christmas party ( I think!) I love all the dresses with these spot mesh insterts, but I think this one is so cute with the bow tie!

Westlife & Olly Murs albums - I'm so sad Westlife are splitting up, and I definitely need their greatest hits to get me through the tough time! I love Olly Murs too and can't wait to hear his new music.

What are you hoping Santa brings this Christmas?

On My Own

 

Dress: Sosolo

Cardigan: New Look

Necklace: Cheap Frills

This dress has been worn so much, I can't believe I haven't featured it on here sooner! I was given it by Sosolo, and as soon as I opened the parcel I knew it would be something I would get a lot of wear out of. In the warmer weather it was great with bare legs, and now it's colder, I've been wearing it with different cardigans and tights - so easy to just throw on and instantly look cute! Isn't the collar amazing?!

I'm also wearing a super cute necklace which was sent to me from Cheap Frills - check out their site if you're wanting some little presents for friends for Christmas. I'm definitely going to!

Had a bit of a bad hair day, so decided to throw it into a loose plait. I still haven't mastered the fishtail plait, so had to settle for the good old way of plaiting! I'm seriously considering cutting my hair off, I'm wanting it quite a bit shorter, but like I've said on here before, I'm pretty sure I would regret it straight away! I also want to dye it dark brown again... hmm what to do?!

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Caroline Flack & Apricot

Since joining the XFactor team, Caroline Flack has become a bit of a trend setter, as well as one of the most loved British TV stars of the moment. She's super pretty, and super nice... I knew it wouldn't be long before she was snapped up to be the face of some sort of fashion brand or campaign.

Apricot Fashion have signed her, to promote their 'transformer denim' range.

Transformer Denim jeans come in three different fits; Peachy Fit, Juicy Fit & Electric Fit. All are designed to change the line of a woman's problem areas; hips, waist and bum.

Peachy Fit is low cut, which compliments and enhances your curves. They have super soft power fabrics, which work to give a sleek silhouette.

Juicy Fit have eight back side seams, which hug your body and give your curves maximum impact.

Electric Fit is Brazilian inspired. They are ultra low cut, which creates contour to the body. They have a wide waistband, and are stretchy, making them ultra slimming.

The jeans are priced between £39 and £49, which is average for jeans, but if they really do, do the trick and fit perfectly, then I guess they are worth the money... nothing beats the perfect pair of jeans, right?!

I love the bleach washed and the red pairs the best - I'm so tempted to give them a go!

You can buy these jeans from Apricot online now, available in sizes 8-14. 

Fluro Gloss Giveaway

I've gained quite a few new blog followers over the past few weeks, so I thought I would do a little giveaway as a thank you!

One of you lucky ladies will soon be the owner of a full set of brand new Miners Cosmetics Fluro Gloss lipglosses.

These neon glosses give a barely there, edgy tint to your lips and leave them with a glossy finish. (So don't worry, you won't be walking around with bright green lips... You'll just be looking super cool!)

To enter, all you have to do is be a follower of this blog and leave a comment below.

The competition is open worldwide, and is open until midnight on November 29th.
The winner will be selected using random.org

Big Brother Girls

I was a big fan of this year's Big Brother, so I thought I would do a little blog post about the entrance and eviction outfits worn by my favourite girls from this year.

First up, Louise, who would look amazing in absolutely anything to be honest! Her entrance outfit caught my eye straight away, it is definitely an outfit I would wear, it's cute and quirky. I believe the top and skirt are actually from H&M (but don't quote me on that!)

Her eviction outfit disappointed me, and I had really high hopes for it, after loving pretty much everything she wore in the house. I didn't think it suited her style at all, and came across as a little bit try hard'. Too frilly and over the top - like a bad wedding dress. I also have to say I preferred her hair without the fringe. Still though, she looked stunning.

 

Faye was my favourite girl in this year's house. I'm not the biggest fan of her style, but I think what she wears works really well for her - lets face it, she has the figure for it! All of her dresses from the entrance, her eviction and the final were from Quontum who have some amazing items on their website. Faye's outfit which she wore for the finale night was my favourite, it was a mixture of the two dresses above, with the coloured straps on the back. I thought this was gorgeous on her!

Maisy wore some great clothes in the house, especially her Motel jeans, which everyone now wants! She has also worn some great blazer and hat combo's since her eviction. I loved her leather dress she wore to enter the house, teamed with her big blonde hair and red lips - she looked fab. I didn't like her eviction outfit as much though, it was still nice, I just didn't think it was very 'Maisy'... I think she suits the edgy side of fashion better.

Alex is a real life Barbie girl, if you watched Big Brother, you will know she lives for fake tan, bleached extensions and the colour pink. It's fair to say, nothing will change that, but I do think she left Big Brother looking alot better than when she went in. Her new hair looks so much nicer (although I wish she would ditch the extensions!) and her dress, which was actually the dress she wore to her prom, showed off her amazing figure.

Last up, doesn't Faye look amazing here?! This was from the Big Brother wrap party. Yes, having the gorgeous Aaron on her arm helps, but her dress is beautiful! Does anyone know where it's from? I need it!!

All photos taken from google image search.