My Love For Perfume Oils


Happy Halloween. I thought I'd stand out from the crowd and do a post that isn't about Halloween this evening. Yesterday I was walking through my local shopping centre and decided to stop at the perfume concession stall that has been there for the last few months. Pocket Perfumes sells perfume oils that are made to smell like designer fragrances. They were 3 for £10 and I wish I could have bought them all. Firstly they did a consultation and asked about what scents I liked the most and which perfumes I buy the most. The lady serving me then brought out a variety of perfume oils made by the woman that owns the counter and allowed me to try several perfume oil replicas of my favourite designer scents. The great thing about perfume oils is that they last a really long because they absorb into your skin and the majority of the oils are naturally made and don't include the chemicals or alcohol like the originals. 

The scents I chose was the ones made to smell like DKNY Delicious Apple, Miss Dior and Jimmy Choo. I was so shocked when I sniffed my wrist after applying their Jimmy Choo style fragrance and realising it smells also exactly like the original. I've been an avid user of perfume oils ever since my father brought back a set from Egypt three years ago. I was given two big bottles of the mixed egyptian oil and I've still got plenty left with it still smelling like it did the day he bought it. These mini bottles shown in the picture above can last up to a month each if used excessively and make a great alternative to the pricer perfumes you can get on the market. Buying these has saved me from going through my new bottle of Gucci Black at such a fast rate and I can now reserve my more expensive items for a special occasion.

If you live in West Yorkshire  check out the Pocket Perfume Facebook page or alternatively search there's a different online store called The Perfume Doctor. The Perfume Doctor has no relation to Pocket Perfumes, but it looks to have a good selection of perfume oils for anyone looking to try them for the first time.

Have you tried perfume oils before?
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Damart Thermals - Keeping Warm This Winter


When I arrived home yesterday my mum came running into the kitchen saying: "It looks like you've got a Christmas present already." I gave her a bemused expression and wondered what on earth she was talking about. It turns out that she opened one of my parcels by mistake - me and my dad have the same initials and inside was this pretty red box. I already knew I was expecting a parcel from Damart, but I definitely didn't expect the beautiful packaging and the lovely little memo card.


When Damart first approached me to write a review of their range I was a little apprehensive. 'Thermals are for my grandmas' was the first thing that came to my head. I admit I was quite naive, but nethertheless I wanted to experience the brand first hand before making such statements. With all this stormy weather hitting the UK and winter on the horizon, it's the best time to start looking into purchasing thermals. I often suffer from low body temperature with being iron deficient and there are days that I long for something that would make me feel as cosy as I do when I'm in my nice warm bed.

Damart are one of the leading brands for thermal clothing internationally and are known for developing Thermolactyl, a man made fibre that is renowned for keeping you warm without the bulky clothing. Damart's thermal range is now celebrating 60 years in production, making them a reliable and trustworthy much loved brand.I selected the 'Damart Knitted Booties' to bring to the review table and I now can't imagine a day without them keeping my feet warm.


The Damart knitted booties are made using thermal technology and are the perfect choice for everyone that suffers from persistent cold feet or a person that loves a good pair of slippers. They are incredibly soft on the inside and slide onto feet effortlessly. I love walking around in them as they are comfortable and fit more like a shoe than a conventional pair of slippers. The booties have a relatively thick sole making them long lasting and easy to wear around the house. If it isn't the thermal technology that has sold these slippers to you, their cute design with the beautiful fur trim will definitely win you over. When I look at these slippers I think of nights beside the fire and sipping wine on a cold Christmas evening. They're more than a pair of slippers, they feel like luxury and at £15 they have the perfect price tag.


These boots may be my first thermal item, but they definitely won't be the last. Damart, you have converted me and brought me over to the warmer side of life. My feet are eternally grateful.

Have you bought any thermal clothing before?



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Lady in Red:Fashion Union


The closer to Christmas it is, the more inclined I am to wearing the colour red. I always see the colour as really powerful and empowering to women. As much as it's my favourite colour, my wardrobe doesn't have that many red items and I never seem to be able to find the perfect red dress. I was recently accepted on the Fashion Union blogger list on Etail PR and I was offered the opportunity to review one of their items. Having browsed through the list I picked out this little red number, in hope that this would be the perfect new addition to my wardrobe.


When the dress arrived I had very mixed opinions. It looks beautiful, feels effortless to wear, but as much as I wanted it to, it just doesn't do anything for my figure. This is no fault of Fashion Union, it's just I personally think this dress is meant for women that have less curves so it can add definition to their body. On my curvier size 8 figure, the dress grabs to my insecurities and makes me look a bit frumpy. The issue I had with this dress is the fact that it is incredibly low cut. I couldn't wear the dress without it bending over and exposing my dignity to everyone in sight. The way I got around this issue was by putting a stitch into the top. I did it quite loosely so that I can unpick it in the future, but for now it kept everything concealed. Another word of warning from this dress is the fact that it comes in pretty big sizes. I'm usually between a 6 to 10 on the high street and I ordered an extra small from Fashion Union. This dress felt incredibly big on me and I think that's another reason it didn't look too flattering on my body shape.I turned to my fiance for advice and although he is usually quite polite about what I wear, even he agreed that it made me look bigger than I actually am, however he's as disappointed as me because we both absolutely adore the colour of this dress.


If I had a different body shape, this dress would have 'me' written all over it. It's striking, bold and such a beautiful dress to wear. Would I shop at Fashion Union again? Of course I would. Fashion Union have some lovely dresses in, especially the glittery ones for Christmas. However, like with all clothes shopping every now and then you buy something that isn't necessarily for you.

The 'Red Wrap Over Chiffon Dress' can be bought for £19.00 from the Fashion Union Website.

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Seasons Online Wishlists

My obsession with jewelry will soon be turning into a slight shopping addiction. Nearly every evening I'm spending more and more time browsing the internet and looking for quirky pieces of costume jewelry. It all started when my auntie died and my sudden urge to collate a box full of jewels that represent my personality and something that I could easily be remembered by if something ever happened. Its like my friend - I could never imagine her without a patterned scarf and everytime I see one in the store I begin to think 'should I buy her that and keep it for her Christmas present'. Her skull patterned scarves are her trade mark. Unfortunately I'm a student and I don't have the biggest budget to splurge on accessories, but there are so many quirky independent designers or stores that sell some fabulous pieces for a very small little tag. I recently came across the site Seasons Online and fell in love with their variety of unique bracelets, necklaces and even scarves. Their prices are incredibly cheap giving you the opportunity to hoard away plenty of jewellery in just one shop. Why not invest in a mustache necklace in honour of Movember? Or unleash your inner hippy with the cute peace logo bracelet? Although I'm not religious I love the dangling cross necklace and the rosary bead bracelet. 


There's not only a great selection of jewellery, there's also plenty of fashionable scarves to keep you warm this winter. As someone who loves the term 'rock chick' I enjoy wearing skull scarves and trying to look a little bit alternative. The beautiful left hand side skull scarf looks feminine with the pastel pink back colour, but adds an artistic vibrant touch with the coloured touch. If you're a fan of Marilyn Monroe like myself, you may like this Marilyn Monroe scarf you can buy. This is definitely a purchase I'll be looking to make on payday. Marilyn Monroe is a big role model for me and her style is unforgettable. 

Finally, I can't get over the price of these wonderful earrings. They start at as little as £2.50 and there are many creative designs for you to purchase. I'm a big fan of animal designs when it comes to jewellery and the London earrings look perfect for my trip down south in the next few weeks. The pearl drop earrings and the dreamcatcher set look elegant and would perfectly suit a night on the town outfit.

What do you think of the Seasons Online range?


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Illamasqua ESP


I'm a girl that cannot resist a bright pink and when I'm anywhere near a city thats sells Illamasqua, you can guarantee that I will have popped in store several times to try on their beautiful colours. My latest Illamasqua purchase is the ESP lipstick from their paranormal range. 


Those looking for a bewitching lipstick for this Halloween should look no further than ESP. The colour is the highly pigmented and adds a gothic touch to your makeup draw. Like many of the Illamasqua lipstick this is not for the faint hearted as it's bright, bold and attracts a lot of attention. If you're wanting to look edgy and quirky this winter this is definitely the colour for you.


I'm a massive Illamasqua fan and I love the fact that their lipsticks are long wearing. When working behind the bar, I love to wear a vibrant lipstick and I've noticed that my Illamasqua lipsticks tend to the last the whole duration of my shift without a touch up. My only niggle at the Esp is the fact that it takes a few initial applications to make it look less patchy. This is something I can deal with to say it looks perfect afterwards. I love the vibrancy, the smoothness on my lipsticks and the fact that it's a colour not many people would wear on a regular basis. I like standing out from the crowd.

ESP is available online at http://www.illamasqua.com/ or from any Illasmasqua store for £16.60.
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Halloween Ideas


Halloween has always been my favourite time of year. Since I was young I've always had an obsession with witches, werewolves and ghosts. I even went through a phase where I was mad about real life witchery. I'd scour the internet for hours looking at old folk tales and bewildering enchantments from hundreds of years ago.  As I've got older my passion for Halloween has still remained, but each year I find myself having limited time to go out and enjoy the celebrations. This year I intend on staying at home with my partner and having a quiet night in, but fear not. If you can't go out and enjoy the celebrations, there's still plenty of things you can do at home.

Watch a scary movie






I'm a little bit of baby when it comes to scary movies. In fact, if it involves a lot of gore and amputated limbs, I end up spending a lot of time behind a big fluffy pillow rather than watching the film. My favourite Halloween movies have to be things to do with Ghosts or simply the Scary Movie franchise because they link together comedy and horror making it easier to watch. The Guardian has a fantastic list of top 10 scary movies if you need inspiration.

Cook yourself some delicious treats

If you love baking, Halloween is a great time for you to explore your creative side. I love looking at peoples halloween creations, but knowing my track record when it comes to baking I will probably buy some sweet treats from a bakery rather than making my own. Check out some great Halloween recipes on the BBC website http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/halloween.


Create some Halloween Cocktails.

Since getting a new job in bar, I've been obsessed with watching people make cocktails and learning new things myself. There are so many amazing cocktails you can make on Halloween from drinks that look like blood to Zombie juice with floating brains. You can also try to conjure up your own punch in a pumpkin or cauldron to make things a little bit more fun. Check out some scary cocktails here? I love the sound of the Black Cat and Witches Brew.

What are your plans this Halloween?








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Party with Coast

Before I wax lyrical about the new range of beautiful party dresses Coast has in store, I will firstly admit that I haven't always been a fan. Over the last year or two I've been in and out of various Coast stores and thought much of the clothing looks drab or something that would only look wearable at a wedding. When I saw the latest range of clothes to be added to the Coast website I took all those statements back. I can't stop creating dream wishlists in my head or making up situations when I could wear the Savita dress - the one at the end with the fur. The truth is I haven't got any formal occasions planned this year and unless its a big event, I can't afford to spend £250 on a dress either. So like many bloggers do when they're dreaming of items they cannot simply afford at the moment, I've created a wishlist.

The 'Swirl Maxi' dress is the first on the list. I love the silver glitter detailing and the elegant soft lilac colouring. This dress makes me think of a modern cinderella going to a ball. It's so sophisticated and would look wonderful at a formal Christmas party or ball. The second dress I've mentioned is a beautiful gold colour. It looks smart, sassy and more like a dress that you would wear on any night out. I love the faux leather look at the top of the dress and the petticoat style skirt that makes me want to dance. The final dress in the above image is the previously mentioned Savita dress. Words cannot describe how much I would love that dress to be in my wardrobe. It looks different and a little bit out there, but at the same time very feminine and exquisite to look at. 

My next set of 'must haves' are formal black clothing that can be worn jazzed up on a night out or dressed down for work or a quiet evening. I've wanted a jumpsuit for as long as I can remember. Even as a child I wanted a jumpsuit, because I came across a picture of my mother wearing one in the 70s. My only issue is that I'm small and when height comes into the equation, jumpsuits are generally ruled out. I love the style of this one and it's another I'd like to try on when I'm nearer Coast. I won't give up trying to find the perfect jumpsuit, but so far it's taking a long time.  The other two items are a peplum laced top and a black cover up. Both these items are something I could definitely do with buying in the near future as I don't have much formal wear and I really need a cover up to keep me warm and looking sophisticated at the same time. 

I can easily see myself going into Coast this weekend to try on a few items, but for now I will make do with spying on the website.

Have you seen anything you like in Coast lately?

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Ciate Mini Mani Month

A part of me feels like I can't bring myself to say the 'C word'. It's hard to believe that Christmas is only 62 days away and it feels like yesterday when it was the middle of summer and I was laid with a golden beach beneath me sipping a Strawberry Daiquiri in Ibiza. I can still remember last Christmas as if it was last week. The decorations went up late as always, the irish family got really drunk and I couldn't stop drooling over my brand new Pandora bracelet, which subsequently got stolen a few months later when I was in London for my birthday. As a child, Christmas was always my favourite time of year and if I didn't have an advent calendar I'd turn from nice little girl, to someone deemed to be on the naughty list. As a grown up I still like to have an advent calendar, but the majority of chocolate delights are marketed for children. As much as I can still act like a small child when I want to, I think 'Forever Friends' isn't really my style.


 When I discovered that you can buy beauty based advent calendars I knew I had to have one this year. 
There are so many beauty advent calendars on the market and it isn't easy to choose which one to get. Some of them are far too overly priced and a lot of them even if they are worth it are still quite pricey. I purchased the Ciate Mini Mani Month from QVC for £37.50, which is really reasonable considering Selfridge's are selling them for £42.
























If you have never heard of the brand Ciate before, they are a British nail polish brand that specialises in wonderful colours with a long lasting finish. I'm very picky when it comes to nail polishes and since I'm always busy I need something that won't chip. Ciate have always been my go-to brand and I find them to be the best non chip nail polishes I have used. I remember them releasing this advent calendar last year and being overly jealous as I watched bloggers open their doors to reveal an array of beautiful mini paint pots. This year it will be me opening my advent calendar and I'm far too excited. 


If you're not a fan of nail polish, there are many other beauty calendars available from different retailers.

Benefit will be bringing out their 'Count to Love' set which is made up of 24 different Benefit samples and costs £50. I would love this advent calendar, but for me it's far too pricey for such small products. If you've never tried Benefit before this calendar gives you the opportunity to try almost the whole range, but if you're a diehard Benefit fan I think it's better investing in one or two full sized products.



If you would like a selection of high end cosmetics the Selfridges beauty box will be the one for you, but expect to pay premium prices. The Selfridges beauty box has 24 different products from Lancome to YSL, but costs £84. If you have the money to splurge i'd say go for it as you would get lots of lovely treats, but for the average young beauty enthusiast I think this will be far out of their price range.

The You Beauty Box is great for premium beauty products, but at a lower cost than the Selfridges box. This includes more niche products and some brands that are not always well known, but it's worth it for the discovery. If there's any other beauty box i'd love besides my Ciate one it's this.

If you're on a tight budget and you're simply looking to sample a few new beauty products, the Boots beauty box will be up your street. This box costs £30 and includes a variety of items from their Seventeen range, perfume samples, nail inc and many more. I love the look of this box and would definitely like to try it at some point, but I'm unsure whether the products inside it would be worth my while.

Finally, the Babor box is something I stumbled across online and I've never heard before. I thought I'd mention it as I haven't seen it considered if any other beauty advent calendar posts. The Babor box is full of collagen boosting liquids and creams for those seeking eternal youth and beautiful skin this Christmas. This 24 day course retails at £164, but buying this set will save you over 50% as it is priced at £64. 

Which advent calendar would you choose?

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Sunday Favourites


 I'm sat in bed on the laptop and currently thinking 'I can't believe it's Sunday again'. This week has flown so fast and all I've done is work and not stopped. It's strange to think that I arranged my work experience with Welcome to Yorkshire several months ago and now it's tomorrow that i'll be heading over to their office for a week. I love playing intern and cannot wait for the experience, but as always I'm a little bit apprehensive and I'm really not sure about the outfit I've hung up on my wardrobe. I can probably guarantee that will change several times before I leave the house tomorrow. 

In today's short, but sweet blog post I've decided to show you three of my favourite things I've recently purchased or have been sent. The above image is a picture of my new shoes from Dorothy Perkins. They were a steal at £15 and I'm looking forward to wearing them for my work experience tomorrow. I've been searching for a pair of pretty kitten heels and I've finally found a pair I love.


The second item is Bijoux Bazaar bracelet I've been chirping on about for the last few days. I ordered it not too long ago and it arrived really quickly. Being a little bit judgemental from past experiences, I didn't know what to expect ordering a piece of jewellery offline that had such a low price. I'm usually pretty happy to invest a little bit of money into jewellery, because there's a fine line between pretty and tacky. When the bracelet arrived I was shocked by the superb quality and how pretty it looks. I can't stop wearing it and I've already seen other pieces of jewellery I'd like to buy from the website. I can see the Brent Bug earrings making their way onto my shopping list in the near future.


My final item is this beautiful bag I was sent by the team at Bon Prix. I've been using it quite a lot lately that I haven't actually got round to blogging about it until now. The snake skin and leather pattern look bang on trend for this autumn and I love the tassel detailing. The bag goes with quite a lot of outfits and it's perfect as a small every essential. This tassel side tote can be bought from the Bon Prix website for £28, which I think is a reasonable price.


What do you think of the items?
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Stylight - The Online Fashion Community


As a blogger, it's important that I look out for the latest trends and keep an eye on what other people are wearing so I can bring you fresh content. Sometimes it's hard when you're creating wishlists or browsing the internet to know what to search for. My current saviour is Stylight. Stylight* is an online fashion community where bloggers or budding fashionistas can share their daily outfits and below you'll be shown various links where you can purchase those items. You can heart your favourite products so that you can go back to them on a regular basis whilst you're considering splashing the cash and you can also follow other people to keep a check on their style. This will all be saved onto your unique profile that you can share with friends or social media to express your own, individual style.

Bloggers images taken from the website.
Stylight has millions of users and a downloadable App to keep you inspired on the go. With Stylight linking look books and shops together, it's so easy to see something you like and buy it there and then. The Stylight shop provides effortless browsing of all the top purchased items by the users uploading their styles. Items such as biker boots, leather pants and patent handbags are currently popular in store, as well as slogan t-shirts and patterned trousers.


My favourite picks from the Stylight website was this beautiful Michael Kors handbag. I'm obsessed with everything Michael Kors and I would love this in my personal MK collection. Next is the WildFox 'Love and Ice-cream' tee. This t-shirt is so cute and I could really envision myself wearing it on a regular basis. The baby pink colour is so cute and feminine. Finally I love this Olivia Burton watch. Before Stylight I had never heard of the Olivia Burton brand and now I'm considering buying this watch for Christmas. It's amazing how you can discover brands you have never heard of before at a click of a mouse. Oh the internet is such a wonderful place.

Have you discovered Stylight yet? Sign up for free here.




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Ted Baker Earrings from Zalando



I remember a time where I never used to buy jewellery and when I got dressed up for a night out it was never in my mind. In April this year my auntie sadly passed away and when I inherited all her jewellery it made me realise how much one little item holds so much personality. My auntie was a costume jewellery fanatic and the amount of beaded necklaces that I have in my draw would happily keep children playing dress up entertained for hours. When I look at all the times, it's funny looking back at all the memories and thinking to myself I remember her wearing that at Christmas or 'that necklace is definitely something I would have bought for her.' Since then, I've been wearing jewellery everyday and I couldn't imagine not having something sparkling on my night. Of course, I've worn my engagement ring for the last two years and I would never take that off, but I've been surprised how a simple necklace or a pair of statement earrings can do wonders for your outfit. No wonder my aunt always looked glamorous - she matched her jewellery with everything she owned.

All these memories that have evoked from my aunties jewellery box has sparked a new love for bracelets, rings and necklaces and I've realised that I would love to start collecting more jewellery for if anything happens to me in the future when I have children, I'd love them to wear my prize possessions and think about the memories that we shared.


I was recently given a voucher by Zalando to pick something for review and to let you know about the wonderful items you can buy on their website. Zalando is a little bit like an online department store - there's many different brands for you to browse. Zalando believe in stress free shopping and that's why the house so many brands under one roof with complimentary shipping and 30 day money back guarantee. Since I've had an obsession with collecting jewellery lately, I choose these beautiful Ted Baker earrings to add to my collection. I thought they had a really classic, versatile look and at £25 they're a bargain. When it came to postage, Zalando was very quick and I got emails up until the day of delivery and when they arrived at my door, making the whole process of internet shopping effortless. 

Finally, here's three lots of jewellery I'm currently looking to add to my collection soon.

              Left side bracelet: I've already ordered this and it's in the post.
Right hand side bracelet: www.topshop.com

Have you ordered any jewellery lately?





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Winter Wishlist

Images are from the various companies websites, not my own.


At this very moment I'm currently analysing my bank balance and putting items in shopping baskets online wishing that I could be an instant millionaire. Wouldn't it be fantastic if we had all the money in the world and saving up for clothes shopping wasn't an issue? Obviously my dream millions wouldn't be spent on clothes and makeup everyday, but I know for a fact my wardrobe would look so much better with some more investment.

These impulsive shopping thoughts that are currently taking over my brain have made me want to write a wish list post. There's so many things I really want to buy at the moment and the high street seems full of everything that I'm in love with - tartan and leather are two of my favourite things, both wanting to bring out the rock chick inside of me that semi-disappeared when I was thirteen. Not to mention all the red clothing out and about at the moment. I love the colour red so much that it pretty much dominates my wardrobe.

The first item on my wishlist are the UGG Alloway Studded casual shoes. I've always been so adamant that I would never own a pair of UGGs and when asked of my opinion about them, it was always negative. I think I became too accustomed to seeing chavs walking around town in them and I found the fact that they look like slippers a bit off putting. UGG seem to have really changed their ways lately and I'm finding the newer releases a lot more stylish and I think they're definitely onto a winner with their range of flats. I'm not really a fan of boots and when the weather turns nasty, I'm always wearing my plimsolls and getting my feet wet to the point that they're almost turning blue. I love the fact that UGG have incorporated their warm sheepskin lining into a more versatile pair of shoes. A pair of shoes that can go with most outfits and something you wouldn't usually associate with slippers. At £70 they are a little bit pricey for a pair of flats, but I'm more than willing to spend that much to keep my toes from getting frostbite this winter.

Second on my list is the beautifully striking dress from Fashion Union. I love the red and black mesh combination and I really think it would look great worn on various different occasions. On halloween it could be easily transformed into a red devil outfit and it would also look fab on the lead up to Christmas. I could easily imagine myself wearing this dress on a night out with the girls and most of the time, if I can see myself wearing it so vividly I know I'll have to buy it.

Last Christmas I was absolutely gutted when I discovered my favourite nail polish brand Ciate had released an advent calendar and it had sold out before I had the chance to get it. I went green with envy browsing through bloggers opening the little nail polish doors every day until Christmas and seeing their tiny little Ciate collection be unleashed before my eyes. This year I need to get my hands on this advent calendar or i'll go into despair. Ciate are the nail polish brand I wear almost every single day and I absolutely adore them. The Ciate advent calendars are £42 and can be purchased from the online Ciate shop or Selfridges.

Finally, this last item is from the online jewellery retailer Bijoux Bazaar. I came across a link to their shop whilst talking on the #fblchat this evening and fell in love with their jewellery. Everything looks glitzy and glamorous and all at fantastic prices. This will definitely be next purchase on payday, because at £9 it's a fashion steal.


What's on your winter wishlist?














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Vita Bella Repair and Protect Gel


Although I'm a beauty blogger, I fully admit that my skincare routine is dreadful. I accumulate masses of skincare products that I never use and when I get asked about my beauty routine whilst browsing beauty concessions I always lie. My mouth spills out: " Yes I do cleanse, tone and moisturise on a daily basis" yet my head says 'who on earth has time to do all that in a morning'. I'm more of a 'get up and go' type of girl. I put effort into doing my hair and applying my makeup, but anything else unless its a night out isn't deemed essential. Finding a skincare product that I will use on a regular basis is rare and the Vita Bella Aloe Vera & Olive Oil Repair and Protect Gel is one of those lucky products that has made the cut.


I don't know whether it's the fresh tingling sensation it leaves on my skin on a morning or the fact that the texture is wonderfully soft, but either way I'm hooked on this product. Anyone who has been anemic will know that dry skin can be such a horrible side effect and when you have the tiredness and baggy eyes to contend with everyday, dry skin is something you definitely want to avoid. I was recommended this product by a PR when I asked for products that are suitable for dry skin and so far I'm loving the results.

According to the website, Vitabella has over 200 natural compounds made up of 20 minerals, 18 amino acids and 12 vitamins that creates a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect and the olive oil helps moisturise dried up areas and maintain hydration. The Geranium element of the product provides the refreshing vibe that you get once it's applied and Hyaluronic Acid is a mosituriser that can hold '1000 times its weight in water to keep the skin hydrated'.


After using this product only a handful of times I noticed quite a difference and that my skin feels so much smoother. I've been using it mainly as a base for my makeup so that it doesn't dry out my skin and something to refresh my face one I've taken off all my makeup at night. With the cold weather settling in and snow predictions on the way, it's a good idea to start stocking up on beauty items that will help combat the distressing signs of winter and the Vitabella Repair and Protect Gel is definitely a product I recommend putting on your shopping list.

The VitaBella Repair and Protect Gel is £20 and can be bought from www.myvitabella.co.uk.

What's your favourite winter beauty product?





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Vogue Fashion Night Out OOTN: Chi Chi Clothing


It has been three days since Vogue's Fashion Night Out, but I'm still talking about it like it was yesterday. I had so much fun and it was really the first time in quite awhile that I managed to network with some fellow bloggers. My dress seemed to catch quite a lot of attention on the night and the main question I was asked was:'Where did you get that dress?'


Firstly, I apologise for my 'selfie' photographs. My fiance is usually my photographer when it comes to outfit of the day, but we've been so busy with other work commitments that I had to do them myself.

Back to the dress, this wonderful ombre effect maxi is from the Chi Chi clothing range and it's called the 'Dionis'. I found the dress a delight to wear and not only is it beautiful, it's incredibly comfortable. Unfortunately when the dress arrived it was far too long on me, but it was quickly sorted by my mother and her sewing machine. If you're nearer five foot nothing, than six foot I'd definitely say be cautious when it comes to the length of this dress. There are many tailors around that would be happy to alter the dress for a small cost, but with this dress retailing at £40 it's an added cost to bear in mind. Nevertheless, I love this dress and now it's altered I can wear it effortlessly everyday if I desired.  The colouring is eye catching and you're bound to grab attention wearing it. The dress is bang on trend for autumn and I love how the orange reminds me of the autumn leaf colours.


Over all, I really think this is a fabulous quality dress. My first experience with Chi Chi clothing wasn't the best, but having had another opportunity to try them, they've definitely won back my appreciation for the brand.

What do you think of this dress?



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Vogue's Fashion Night Out Manchester


Last night saw the first ever Vogue Fashion Night out in the north and the beautiful city of Manchester was the host of the evening. There was lots of exciting fashion events going on around the town with major High Street retailers participating as well as local boutiques. I was there representing the Manchester Official Bloggers team and alongside my partner in crime for the evening, Cara and together we sipped cocktails, window shopped and had a laugh getting lost on the way to events.



My first stop was the official press briefing by the Manchester Arndale team. During the meeting, they expressed how happy they were to see to the Vogue team outside of the city and what a huge impact it will make having the Vogue Editors in Manchester for the evening. During the briefing, we were treated to Yo Sushi and given a few press treats to get us in the mood for the evening. Perfect start to what turned out to be a fun, exciting night.


Our next stop was at Debenhams where we had the privilege of having a meeting with their personal styling team. The girls were bubbly, charming and you could tell that they loved every aspect of their job. It was interesting hearing about all the personal styling services Debenhams provide and this was something I had very little knowledge on before last night. Debenhams offers a free personal styling sessions and it's available to anyone that's seeking advice on what to wear for a special occasion or someone who's not as confident in wearing this seasons new trends. The team help you build your capsule wardrobe and shows you that you can suit any colour of the rainbow, it's about having the confidence to wear it. We were then taken into the personal styling rooms shown in the picture above and treated to a little gift bag of Dior samples for our time.


Around the city there was a variety of events and shopping experiences for the general public. Nearly every store had free champagne or cocktails and the majority of retailers offered goodie bags and samples to lure in the crowds. Manchester was rather busy and the people seemed to be enjoying the atmosphere. The Boohoo bus outside the Arndale seemed to be grabbing a lot of attention with its bright pink appearance.


At House of Fraser there was an opportunity to try new makeup trends, sample cocktails and browse the store looking for discounts. These cocktails from a Brazilian restaurant in Manchester tasted so lovely, I really wish I had more.


There were lots of makeup demonstrations in House of Fraser from the girls at Doir to the top makeup artist at the Bobbi Brown concession. 


Many stores in the Arndale had competitions that ran through the evening. From the box opening at Guess to the River Island 'Pucker Up Wall'. 


My partner in crime during the evening was the beautiful Clara from CountessDuBlush. It was lovely to spend the evening with a fellow blogger and we also took advantage of all the free champagne going around.


As well as there being lots of events in store, many cosmetic companies like the 'Body Shop' and 'Benefit' made 'pop up' stores where you could go and get your makeup done or sample one of the latest beauty treatments.


I spent quite some time at the Benefit counter talking to the wonderful makeup artist and discussing beauty products. I had a mini makeover and the next day I managed to pop into my local Benefit branch and buy a few of the products that she demonstrated the night before.


The last place I visited before catching the train home was the Lush pop up event where you could get free massages and beauty treatments. The stall was open to the general public and seemed popular throughout the night and for me, it was a fantastic learning experience. Before my visit, I had never heard of Lush spas before and when the lovely lush lady was telling me about the treatments I couldn't help, but want to have something done. During the time at the lush concession, I was given a sample of the Lush 'Sysaenethisa' treatment where I had my arms massaged and given a sound treatment. It was a really pleasant experience and I love how Lush incorporates everything quintessentially British into their treatments, with a touch of an 'Alice in Wonderland' inspired theme.


The lotion she used during my massage was the 'Helping Hands' hand cream. I quite liked this product as it blended easily into my skin and left my hands and arm feeling remarkably softer. The massage was lovely and really relaxed me after a long hard day.


The second component to the treatment was an 'eat me' section where I was given nutrient filled chocolate. I admit, I found the chocolate a little bit too rich and only really ate it out of kindness, but the cup and saucer was a really nice finishing touch.


Finally I was given a rose water non alcoholic cocktail. It was really sweet and fragrant and nothing like I've ever had before. In a weird way this cocktail smells very similar to  the Lush Snow Fairy and reminds me of the winter weather. I loved drinking this, but it's probably too sweet for regular consumption.


When I arrived home, I browsed all the goodie bags I had been given throughout the night and was shocked by all the freebies. They were all easy to get and the majority of the goodies I received were available to the general public.


In my French Connection goodie bag I was given some shower gel, St Tropez Wash Off Tan and a sketchbook to write down all my fashion ideas.


At the press conference I was kindly given a goodie bag full of high end beauty treats from No7 to Benefit and a full sized bottle of Gucci Guilty Black. I can't wait to blog about all these products.


Whilst visiting the Debenhams styling team I was given a selection of Dior perfume samples. 


After having my makeover down by the Benefit team, I was kindly given a sample of Cha Cha tint to take away with me. I already have a few Benefit samples I regularly use and still haven't run out of.



After having my Lush makeover I was given these samples to try out at home. I love the Lush soap, it smells amazing.


Finally, I had a series of photos taken at River Island and they put them in a mini flip book to take home as a souvenir of Vogue Night Out. Despite my hair looking windswept and frizzy, I quite like all the photos and it was a perfect end to the evening.


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