Fashion & Beauty Haul | Topshop, New Look, Boots & More

Hi Ladies. I have been doing a spot of shopping recently. This shopping is a mixture of things I bought in Cambridge with my friend Lauren, and the rest is a few bits and bobs I picked up after work yesterday. Some products are things I needed to repurchase, and others are just a little treat!

Miss Selfridge LOVE Crop Top

£18

 

I saw this top online and really liked the look of it, and when I tried it on instore, I knew it would be perfect to wear with high waisted shorts to the one day festival (Fusion Birmingham) I am going to.

 

Topshop Heart Shirt

£38

 

This is a classic shirt. Whilst it was pretty pricy, I know I will get a lot of wear out of it, as it will never get old. Also I thought it would be great for my upcoming work experience at my local newspaper.

 

New Look Striped Bodycon Dress

£12.99

 

I've got a party on Friday, and I loved this dress. Its so simple but yet flattering. Its also very modest, as it is just above the knee. Being 5:11, dresses can sometimes look incredibly short on me!

 

Office Bow Pumps

£25

 

I have been in desperate need of new shoes, and I adore this pair. They are so pretty and will really spice up a plain outfit. I really love the big statement bow too.

 

New Look Floral Pumps

£9.99

 

These were a complete bargain, and I have already got a lot of use out of them. I love wearing them with a simple white dress. They are so pretty, and great quality for the money.

 

New Look Statement Necklace

£4.99

 

I bought this to go with my dress for the party, and I love the combination. Kayleigh has got me into statement necklaces, and I know this one will not be my last!

 

Accessorize Earrings (was a pack of two)

£8

 

These came as a pack with a pink pair in too. I knew I wouldn't wear both of them as they are too similar, but I have been wanting a blue pair of earrings like this for quite some time now. In the end, me and Lauren paid half each, and now we both have a pair!

 

Clarins Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector in 05 Candy Shimmer

£17

 

These little beauties have been all over the blogosphere recently, and I have been lusting after them. I finally thought I would bite the bullet and buy one, and I can safely say, I have not been disappointed. Expect a review very soon!

 

Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation & Concealer, Rimmel Stay Matte Powder, Bourjois Cream Blush in Healthy Glow

Foundation: £8.99, Powder: £3.99, Blush (offer) £6.99, Concealer: £5.49

 

These are just some bits I have been needing to repurchase. I was fast running out of foundation, concealer and powder, so I bought my favourites. I also bought a cream blush as they look really lovely.

 

Korres Plum Lip Butter

£7

 

I remember looking at these in one of my favourite shops Oliver Bonas, way before they were popular in the blogging world. I hadn't got round to buying one until now, but I'm so glad I did. They are really lovely and effortless to wear.

 

Topshop Lipstick in Macaroon

£8

 

This has been on my wishlist for a LONG time. I love Topshop lipsticks and this is a perfect summer colour. Next on my list is Infrared. The infamous bright orange!

 

St Moriz Self Spray Tan

£2.99

 

I bought this as a quick fix when I can't be bothered to fake tan (and that's a lot of the time). St Moriz is raved about a lot so I thought I would give it a go.

 

So there is my recent purchases. I have gone a bit crazy recently! I make myself feel better by saying its for the good of my blog!

 

Eleanor

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Getting into the Jubilee Spirit!

 With the Jubilee coming up fast, whilst browsing online, I came across a few things that would be perfect for the big day!

Nail Rock Union Flag Nail Wraps from Topshop & Asos

All Union Flag Vests from Newlook

Union Flag Bandeau from Newlook

Limited Edition Jubilee Nails Inc Polish

Union Flag Crown Tights from Topshop

Everywhere is going bad for things brilliantly British, and these are just a handful of things I like the look of! New look and Primark are really great examples of places where they have them!

Is there anything on the list you like? What will you be wearing to get into the Jubilee Spirit?

E

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Wishlist #3

Another Wishlist, this one consisting of more summery products!

1.  Miss Selfridge Floral Rouched Strap Maxi Dress- £48 

2. MAC Costa Chic Lipstick- £13.50

3. Topshop Embellished Scallop Crop Top- £38  

4. H&M Dress - £14.99

5. Miss Selfridge Gold Cross Drop Earrings- £3

6.  River Island Gold Tone Diamante Flower Ring- £3

7. Dollybowbow Spike Necklace- £12

8. River Island Light Pink Flower Cluster Sandals -£29.99

9. Topshop Oyster Boyfriend Blazer- £65

10. River Island Purple Floral Print Belted Dress- £25

11. New Look Tropical Mirror Print Tube Skirt- £12.99

12. Miss Selfridge Rose Lace Insert Tee- £28

E

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My Week in Photos #2

Received my free Clearsil Perfectawash to review

Picked my retainer up

Received L'Oreal Paris Ever Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner to review

Wrapped Mum's Mother's Day presents

Me on a good day!

Mum brought us Breaking Dawn to watch on Saturday Night

Got a few bits, top from Newlook- ended up paying £1 for it because of vouchers, and a Suzy Smith studded wallet in TKMaxx for £3!

Mum's amazing Thai Curry

And her amazing Chocolate Mouse!

On Mother's Day, we watched Ferris Bueller's Day Off

E

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Wishlist #2

I did a wishlist a few weeks ago. Since then, new things have been released, or I have seen more items that I didn't notice before!

1) Missguided Gerlinda Sheer Feather Print Belted Dress- £24.99

2) Topshop High Waist Split Heart Shorts- £32

3) Topshop Laser Cut Blouse By Sister Jane- £48

4) Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake- £7.99

5) Newlook Enamel Flamingo Earrings- £2.99

6) Topshop Petite Multi Sequin Vest- £40

7) Newlook Diamante Flower and Leaf Wrap Ring- £6.99

8) Models Own Beetlejuice Nail Varnish in Pinky Brown- £5

9) River Island Floral Print Trousers- £25

10) River Island Glitter and Diamante Jelly Sandals- £18

11) Miss Selfridge Stud Detail Vest- £35

Whats on your wishlist?

E

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OFOTD, FOTD & NOTD

That's a bit of a mouthful! I've had these pictures a little while, and been meaning to upload them, so here it goes!

OFOTD

Jeans: Primark

Vest Top: Topshop

Shirt: Jack Wills

Waistcoat: New Look

FOTD:

Face:

Murad Skin Perfecting Primer

Estee Lauder Invisible Fluid Foundation

Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer

MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural

Topshop Creme Blush in Flush

Eyes:

Urban Decay Primer Potion

Urban Decay Smog (lid)

Urban Decay Half Baked (inner corner)

L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara

Lips:

MAC Plink

NOTD:

Barry M Nail Paint in Mint Green

Hope you enjoyed!

E

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How I Wear Ankle Boots

Ankle Boots have been really on trend in 2011, and are continuing to be on trend through the start of 2012.
The pair of Ankle Boots I have, I have owned for about a year now, and I am still in love with them.

I brought them from Newlook and they are so comfy. I wear them all the time.

So this is how I wear them:

Especially when wearing leggins, I tuck whatever I'm wearing on the bottom into a pair of pretty socks, so that they come above the ankle boots.

The Fairisle Print Socks are from Primark.

E
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OFOTD & Dog Walking

Today, me ad my family went on a nice dog walk, as it is the last day before my dad goes back to work. (He's in the army).

Here's what I wore:

White Vest Top: Primark
Stripey Top: H&M
Cardigan: Topshop
Snood: Primark
Gillet: Jack Wills
Leggins: Primark

My Joules Wellies.

My drink

And a bag of mince pies?

E
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December Favourites!

December is over, so no more Christmas, but its a new year, and lets make 2012 a good one!

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1. MANDARA SPA- SPA GETAWAY GENTLE CLEANSING WIPES: I got these in a set for Christmas, and I don't usually use cleansing wipes, but I thought I'd give them a try. These wipes have converted me to cleansing wipes! They are absolutely amazing! They have done wonders for my skin. They have really improved its clearness and appearance. The only problem is, I wouldn't know where to re-purchase them as they came in a set, which I think was from Boots.

2. COLLECTION 2000 FAST- STROKE EYELINER: I brought this a few months ago, and used it now and then, but recently, I've been really into using liquid eyeliner, and this is one of the best ones I've tried. The brush is really easy to use, and it really does stay on all day, even without an eye primer.
RRP: £2.99

3. BARRY M- INSTANT NAIL EFFECTS- GOLD FOIL: Since I brought this Nail Paint, I have worn it non-stop! I love the effect it gives to your nails and the consistency is lovely. I know Barry M have two other colours
RRP: £3.99

4. CATWALK- FASHIONISTA SPRITZ & SHINE HEAT SAFE STYLER: Because I've been at home through most of December, I've been washing my hair in the morning, rather than the night before. And because of this, I've been blow drying it, and this heat protector is amazing! It makes your hair really lovely and shiny after, and my hair has looked a lot healthier since I've been using it.
RRP: £5.99 (in TKMaxx, more expensive if brought in salons)

5. YANKEE CANDLE- CHRISTMAS EVE LARGE JAR: When I'm at home, I will always have a candle burning, and Yankee Candles are my favourite type of candles. I got Christmas Eve for Christmas and have burned it every day since. It smells gorgeous, really Christmassy, which I love. I will burn it all year, even though its a Christmas scent.
RRP: £18.99

6. OWL EARRINGS- My best friend Holly brought me these for my Christmas, and I'm not saying this just because I know she reads my blog, but I have worn these earrings non-stop since she brought them for me! They are so adorable and right up my street! Thank you again Holls!

I think they were from Accessorize.

7. FLORAL BANGLE: This is another thing that Holly brought me for Christmas, and I always wear it with the earrings, and it goes with a lot of my clothes.

It has two different patterns on. I think it was from Newlook.

8. 17 SUPREME SHINE LIPSTICK IN BARELY BLUSH: I have done quite a few posts now containing my new lipstick, and I have worn this colour so much! Its a really wearable colour and perfects for a natural every day look, and the quality really is very good!

So theres another monthly favourites!

E

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Bit of a Splurge!!

For a while now, I've been needing a new camera. I waited until the sales started, as then, I knew I'd get the best deals. And I did get a good deal!

The camera I decided on, is a Nikon COOLPIX L24

I brought it Jessops in the sale for £39.95. To go with it, I brought some rechargeable batteries, (£15) and my Dad brought me a starter kit (£15) to go with it, which included a screen protector, memory card and case.

I then went to Newlook as I had my eye on some shoes to go with the new dress I brought, and I had some giftcards.

They are suede with tie up bows on the front.

Shoes- £19.99

Eleanor
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