Space NK Sale - My Picks

Space NK, one of my favourite shops on the planet, is having a sale! Starting today, June 25, there are loads of great products that are up to 50% off and I'm going to share my top picks with you.

Luxe Travel Brush Collection by Laura Mercier - 

Was £65 now £32.50

Mini Rose Gift Set by Ren- 

Was £18 now £9

Life NK Drift Away Bath & Shower Gel - 

Was £12.50 now £6

Included in the sale are also some super cute toiletries bags by Beautannia, well worth checking out! The one above is my favourite. 

Was £30 now £7.50 (yes I doubled checked, I promise it's true)

Space NK have also included some really great Rococo nail polishes including this Lad Nude 1.0 which I love. 

Was £12 now £6.

Basically this is a really great sale I had to share with you, and trust me it was difficult making a list this small, if you want to go and check it out yourself click here.

Alex and Ani (+) Energy - Spiritual ornamental Jewellery

Alex and Ani are an American spiritual jewellery company. The franchise believe in the power of positive energy, which contributes to the formation of the base of their industry. The companies aim is to share the attributes and benefits of positive energy through their jewellery. Each of their ornaments have individual symbols which generate their positive energy through their unique beauty and spiritual meaning. 

In this post I will display a few of the many charms which the brand have created that are infused with their positive energy. 

These are my first three Alex and Ani Bangle charms. Each with their own unique symbol and spiritual meaning. It is said that these can only be worn in odd numbers, a spiritual balance or 'lucky' ora produced by the uneven count.

Working from the left, the first is the Endless Knot Charm Bracelet: this represents the interweaving and ever-changing spiritual path, the endless knot expresses boundless wisdom and compassion. It illustrates an eternal pattern in its design, connecting one's destiny bound by time and change. Wear the Endless Knot Charm to remind you of life's journey and the entanglements of faith.

Secondly, in the middle, is the Phoenix Wrap. The Phoenix, a mythical and sacred firebird known to rise from its ashes in regeneration. The creature is a symbol of divinity, loyalty and immortality. It is a reminder that transformation and change is good for the soul. 

The third is the Path Of Life Charm Bangle. The symbol is representative of an infinite number of possibilities and expressions of love. Additionally illustrating the unexpected twists an turns in life. This charm can be warn to demonstrate your willingness to travel in pursuit of happiness. 

My most recent addition to my collection is the Eye Of Horus Beaded Bracelet. An Egyptian symbol associated with intuition, good health, and protection in connection with the moon. Egyptian Kings were buried with the symbol as it was believed to keep you safe in the afterlife and ward off evil. It is  known for it's healing and protection abilities. 

Alex and Ani(+)Energy have recently branched out internationally, opening stores in the UK after demonstrating their admirable conquest of the States. They are still rather exclusive in the UK due to only having two stores and one stand. Their stores can be found in Bath and Essex. Additionally they launched a shop within a shop, selling their items in Argento in Nottingham. I highly recommend Alex and Ani products due to their innovative designs and symbols. 

To look at more of their products go to - http://www.alexandani.com


K.

One face, 3 occasions.

This post I am going to talk a little bit about how easy it is to transform a look by just changing the lip colour.

With for this I just did a really quick base, using Benefit Bigger Than BB Big Easy in No 5 - Beige.

Then I threw on some concealer, today I used NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Medium1 - Custard. This I blended in with my Real Techniques Complexion sponge. I also did some super quick and basic contouring on my cheeks, temples and jaw for which I used Kevyn Aucoin Sculpting Powder in Medium which I, of course, blended in a little.  

Next step was the brows, I went for quite a strong brow due to the simplicity of this look. I used Benefit Gimme Brown in Medium/Deep then defined them slightly more with the Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil in Dark Brunette. 

The most important part of this is keeping the eyes super simple, I opted with just a tad of black gel eyeliner on my eyelids and top it all of with some mascara (L'oreal Volume Million Lashes Excess).

This look is something that I would wear to work, understated and sophisticated. The lipstick I have on Is Mac in Matte in the shade A83 - Kinda Sexy which is now available in the UK (yay).

This lipstick is a surprise member of my collection, I bought it from New Look and its made by Gold by Giles and it's in the colour Flare. I couldn't resist buying this purely because of the fabulous colour but was pleasantly surprised because it is not a bad lipstick at all. But this is a perfect look for a summer day.

Last but not least is the evening look, this would look perfectly good in any London bar for Friday night drinks, the perfect transition. This lipstick is again by Mac (sometimes you just can't beat Mac) this is again in a Matte finish and in the colour A93 - Russian Red. This is a PERFECT true red and the matte finishes means that it is super long lasting, perfect for a night on the town. 

Festival Fashion!

As the festival season is officially upon us, it got me thinking about my first festival two years ago. I found myself questioning what clothing is acceptable for a festival, do I take clothes that I will look good in, or do I go for the sensible option and side with my mum? I refused to let my mum win, and instead decided to come up with a compromise. first things first YES you do need a waterproof, don't try and convince yourself that you won't need it because it will most likely rain (it is England.) Secondly you may not like wellies but hey if you're trudging around in mud they are the best footwear to have. So, 'how do I wear these and still look nice at a festival?' I hear you say. Here are a few examples of your crucial festival apparel, with a stylish flair for those of you that want that key festival look....

This dress is typical festival wear. Tassels are a must! styled out with some sunglasses and boots and you're good to go. A simple yet effective festival look

This outfit proves that you can even accomplish a chic festival look with your standard green gardening wellies! Paired with the floral crop cut two piece your bound to look the part.

I just can't resist a colourful Kimono! This with a simple crop top, shorts, boots and a statement necklace is perfect for jumping around in the crowds whilst listening to you favourite bands!

And last but not least, don't forget this! 

Whatever you say this is an essential item which you can't go without! it most likely will rain, but even if it doesn't it won't hurt to be prepared! 

K.

Veet Easy Wax Electrical Roll-On Kit : Review

This is a product that kind of worked but mostly didn't. I love the idea of it and was keen for it to work, after all who doesn't crave an easy hair removal method. The roll on element of it was brilliant, so easy and the wax even smelled quite good.

However, this was where it started going down hill, it just didn't get all of the hairs out. At first I thought that maybe the hairs weren't quite long enough so I grew them out and tried again but nope, even going over some areas twice it just didn't get those stubborn hairs - you know the ones you want it to get.

A fun fact about me is that I live with a beauty therapist, she very kindly assisted me with this experiment. This means the lack of success is not due to my dubious waxing technique either.

I came to the conclusion that the wax is not the right consistency to grip the hairs, it just sits on top of some of them. So, unfortunately, a purchase to probably avoid.

s.

My First Day In the World of Fashion

This week I started my a new internship in the world of fashion. It was a exciting and scary concept, and obviously my first thought was the horrifying 'WHAT DO I WEAR?!?!?!'. I've previously worked as a sales assistant for Miss Selfridge which involved dressing mannequins, working on a till and standing on a dressing room for hour upon end. This was a giant leap into the unknown, working alongside the Web Coordinator for House of Holland. After hours of deliberation I decided upon a simple yet smart and casual outfit for my first day in the office. My outfit comprised of a baby blue shirt, black cropped trousers, black suede brogues, a pale pink bunting necklace and Alex&Ani bangle bracelets. 

Let you know how my week in the big scary world pans out! 

k.

My hair routine: Moroccan Oil, Living Proof Prime Style Extender and the rest.

I get lots of compliments on my hair, people seem to like it, to the point that strangers in the street or in petrol stations think its okay to stroke it (no joke). This is probably due to the fact that it's bright red, but I like to think its because its nice and healthy. 

I personally love Moroccan Oil; it repairs hair, adds shine, helps protect against heat and it even speeds up hair drying time. I use a 10p size amount (I have lots of hair to nourish) and take it through my ends with my fingers while my hair is wet. But I also use it on dry hair occasionally when my hair is looking a bit lacklustre.

While my hair is still wet I whack on some of the Living Proof Prime Style Extender on my roots, this helps keep my hair nicely in place and repels dirt and oils therefore keeping my freshly washed hair fresher for a little longer.

I also use a variety of hair and scalp masks, but have never really found one that has made me stay loyal. However, I have recently started using Dead Sea Spa Magik (their spelling) Conditioning Scalp Mud which, so far, I am loving. I put this on wet hair when I first get in the shower and put conditioner on the ends, leave it on few a few minutes while I wash and scrub my body. Then I shampoo my hair a couple of times to make sure it's all out. Then after all of this I have conditioned my scalp and hair but Im still not at risk of being greasy anytime too soon, perfect! However, this routine without the Moroccan Oil may leave your hair slightly dry.

Lastly as far as shampoo and conditioner goes, I am fiercely loyal to Aussie Colour Mate. These two beauties keep my hair lovely and red and ensure that I don't fade to a strange pinky colour in between dyes. 

S.