OOTD: Nautical Vibe

Spring has sprung and it is time to say bye to those heavy jackets.
A recent outing with my boyfriend gave me a reason to dress up and incorporate some of the spring trends on my outfit, like nautical fashion.

I wore a basic black and white stripped top under a bright red cardigan. The combination of stripes and red give off a very nautical, maritime feel.
The blue of the jeans infuses that seaside shade that people usually associate with nautical trends. However, instead of wearing a solid navy colored piece, the blue jeans make the look more wearable and less like a costume.
To finish it off, I wore my new Bourjois lipstick in #10 Rouge Buzz. This new line of Bourjois lipsticks feel amazing on the lips and they come in beautiful, vibrant shades. I am wearing shade #10, which is a beautiful orange-y, red color.

Outfit:
Stripped top: Zara
Cardigan: Zara
Jeans: Gap
Flat sandals: Arezzo (Brazil)
Gold ring: Topshop
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Sunglasses: Ray-ban Wayfarers

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Video: Iggy Azalea Makeup Tutorial

I have recently become obsessed with Iggy Azalea. Not only she is incredibly talented but she is stunningly beautiful and always wears flawless makeup.

I decided to do my take on one of her classic looks. Flawless skin, red/pink lips, thick wing liner and of course, the high slick ponytail.
These are some of the pictures I looked at for inspiration:

And here is my interpretation of her look:

Check out my seductive stare on the first picture. LOL

Products used:

Revlon ColorStay with a Beauty Blender

Makeup Forever Full Cover on blemishes and YSL Touche Eclat under my eyes

MAC All That Glitters and Patina

L’oreal Blockbuster maker liner

Makeup Forever white liner

Makeup Forever Smoky Lash mascara

Anastasia Brow Wiz in Brunette

Clinique powder under my eyes

NYC Color Wheel in All Over Bronze Glow

Sleek Face Contour Kit (only used the contour powder)

Coastal Scents 10 color blush palette

Contem 1g highlighter (dupe: NARS Albatross)

MAC Impassioned lipstick

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Currently Lovin’: Orly “Frolic"

 I don’t normally do post about a single nail polish shade, but today is an exception. I have officially fallen in love with Orly’s polish in the shade “Frolic”.

This is the perfect shade of pink and a great polish for Spring and Summer.

Things I love about this nail polish:
- It is a thick consistency but not overly thick. Goes on really easy and it is opaque with only one coat.
- It is SO shiny. It looks like gel nails.
- It lasts a really long time on your nails with no chips. I got the first chip after 4 days.
- The brush is a really nice size; not overly big but just big enough so you can paint your nails extra quick and fuss free.

I wish Orly was more readily available in the UK as I really want to pick up some other shades. You can find some shades on Ebay but don’t count on a friendly price tag.

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Video: Wearable Blue Eyeliner

It is a fact that not everyone enjoys a colorful eye. For those that prefer a more subtle eye makeup, a pop of color on the waterline and lower lash line is the perfect way to amp up your makeup for spring and summer.

The focus of the eyes is the beautiful blue liner. Most brands do colorful eyeliners; NYX and Urban Decay make amazing ones. 

I decided to pair a bright pink lip with the eyes. Personally, I think pink and blue go so well together and a bright lip is perfect for spring.

When it comes to colorful eyeliner, the options are endless. The wide range of colors and the combinations you can create makes this a really fun trend to play around with. Give it a go! :)

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Style Tip: Fashionable Joggers

 I used to own a pair of joggers but losing weight meant that I had to let them go. They used to be my favorite trousers because they were so comfy and quite flattering on my pear shaped body. On a recent trip to New Look I found a very similar pair and snatched it.

Unlike regular joggers, these look more sophisticated yet you still get that sporty feel, that is totally in style for the season. The faux zippers on the sides and gold on the draw strings, makes these joggers more "trouser-like” and perfect for work casual and every day wear. 

If you have a pear shaped body (like me) this is a great option because it balances out your heavy bottom half (no pun intended). The cuffed bottom and loose fit of these trousers gives you a mix of structure but it hides wide hips- especially if you pick a solid dark color like black, navy or burgundy.

An extra tip for those of you with wide hips is to wear a statement necklace. A statement necklace will bring the focus to your top half. It is a really simple trick but it really works.

Outfit 

Long sleeve burgundy top: H&M

Joggers: New Look

Flats: Tory Burch

Necklace: Forever 21

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Review: Bourjois Volume Clubbing Mascara

I am on a constant hunt for the ultimate mascara. One that is volumizing, somewhat lengthening and also very black, so it is no surprise that I picked up another one to give a try.
I went to the drugstore looking for the Bourjois Volume Fast & Perfect, also known as the rotating mascara, but could not find it so I decided to be adventurous (lol) and go with another Bourjois mascara. Despite having never heard a thing about it, I decided to give the Bourjois Volume Clubbing Mascara a try.

This mascara has natural bristles which I prefer over plastic ones. When you remove the wand from the tube you get a lot of product on bristles (as you can see in the picture) but it was surprisingly easy to apply with barely any clumps.
The formula is very dark so if you are a fan of really dark lashes, this mascara will not disappoint you.
I feel like this mascara will be 10x better in a couple of months once it dries up a little because it is just a little too wet (but keep in mind that I like dry formulas, so I am used to waiting around month for the mascara to be at its best in terms of “dryness”)
This is a good everyday mascara that ticks off the basics of a mascara.

On a scale of 1 to 10: it gets a... 7 :)

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Video: Day to Night Eyes with Bold Lips

Who said bold, dark lips are only to be worn at night?

You can rock the bold lips day and night; and a great shade for this season is a bright pink. I chose to use the Rimmel Apocalips in Apocalyptic, which has an amazing texture, lasting power and, most importantly, it is a beautiful color. 

Purple is a great color to pair with pink. Whether you go for a purple eye and a pink lip, or vice versa, you can be sure you will have a girly, feminine look. 

Tip to make your eyes pop:

Day- Inner conner highlight

Night- False eyelashes

Day time look

Night time look

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