My Everyday Makeup Bag // Winter Edition

Heya! I love looking at these sorts of blog posts because it really shows a lot of products that are worth buying and all in one post, and I have to say I highly recommend every single product shown! I have split the pictures into eyes, lips and cheeks and face to get a better view of the products. Details will be below each picture. The products I chose were ones I used most often, I do have a few other products that I use almost as regularly but these are ones I have been using most recently. Enjoy!

 

From L to R:

 

Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation in Vanilla

 

Clinique Superpowder Double Face Powder in Matte Neutral

 

Benefit Boi-ing Concealer in Light

 

Maybelline Eraser Eye Under Eye Concealer in Light 

 

 

 

From Top to Bottom:

 

Urban Decay Naked Palette

 

Collection 2000 Extreme Liquid Eyeliner in Black

 

Rimmel London Sexy Curves Mascara in Black Brown

 

Maybelline Great Lash in Blackest Black 

 

Miss Sporty Clear Mascara (For Brows)

 

MAC Paint Pot in Painterly

 

Sleek Brow Kit in Light

 

From Top to Bottom, L to R:

 

MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Earthshine (Limited Edition)

 

MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Stereo Rose (Limited Edition)

 

Revlon Just Bitten Balm Stain in Crush 

 

Maybelline Baby Lips in Cherry Me

 

MAC Lipstick in Rebel (Not Pictured, Can't Find It! Oops...)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hope you enjoyed this sneak peek inside my makeup bag, have a lovely rest of your day!

 

 

 

Lauren xoxo

Trend Seeker // Winter 2013 Makeup Trends

Heya! Today I am starting a new 'trend seeker' series which will hopefully run seasonally and will contain all of the latest and hottest trends in makeup and possibly fashion! I am really excited about these posts because I love getting the gossip on all the latest catwalk and high street makeup trends because it gives you the opportunity to try something new whilst looking stylish and up-to-date at the same time! The posts will be in three sections- eyes, lips and face. Enjoy!

FACE:

Matte 'Finished' Skin

Following the previous long lasting trend of the natural 'dewy' finish, the current trend has gone in the opposite direction with matte, flawless and powdered makeup dominating the catwalks. Personally, I have never been a fan of the 'dewy' finish anyway because it is so easy for the skin to look too glowing and oily, so this trend works for me!


Products to try....

Clinique Superpowder Double Face Powder

 

 





 

EYES:



Thin Black Eyeliner

 

Moving away from the vintage style thick winged eyeliner, this winter it is all about a much thinner and more subtle line. This will give a subtle definition to your eyes without over shadowing them and will add a subtle hint of glamour. Personally I would also wing this out with a thin single line wing, but its all down to personal preference.

 

 

 

 

Products to try....



Maybelline Master Precise Eye Liner

 

 

 

LIPS:

 

 



 

 

 

Matte Wine/Berry Lips

 

This is probably by favourite trend of all- the matte dark lip. If you don't have a matte lipstick, use powder to blot the shine away. This trend can be made wearable for your everyday makeup routine, just tone down the eyes and let your lips do the talking!

 

 

 

Products to try....

 

 

 

 

 

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Crush

 

 

 

 

Hope you have fun trying out these new trends! Just to add, the three products mentioned have all been tried and tested by me and have been firm favourites of mine for a long time, so I highly recommend all of them.

 

 

 

Lauren xoxo





Christmas Party Outfit Ideas

 

Heya! Following on with the Christmas themed posts, I have created a few looks that would be perfect for a Christmas party or even a Christmas day outfit! I have tried to create looks for a variety of styles so that there is hopefully something for everyone. Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

Outfit #1 Girly With An Edge

I called this outfit girly with an edge because I think the black netted top of the dress gives it a slightly edgier look along with the plain black shoes, and for a pop of colour I added a glamorous gold clutch. The clutch shown is on the pricier side but I have seen so many similar clutches so I'm sure anyone interested will have no problem finding an affordable alternative.





Outfit #2 Glam Rock Chick

 

This outfit is very edgy and I kept it simple and edgy and added a pop of glam with the studded clutch. I love my leather jackets and I would probably wear an outfit like this as I do like my black clothing!

Outfit #3 Bold and Gold

Cobalt blue has always been one of my favourite party dress colours and it looks great with all skin tones and hair colours. I dressed this pretty dress up with black and gold accessories to add a touch of glam and I think this would be the perfect Christmas party dress.



Hope this was helpful, and enjoy your Christmas!


Lauren xoxo
 

Christmas Gift Ideas | Under £10

Heya! I know this may be a bit late for all of you super organised girls out there, but if like me you are a bit of a last minute girl when it comes to Christmas shopping, here are some brilliant gift ideas that I have found for under £10! With my budget forever decreasing and my list of people to buy for forever increasing, I have really had to budget this year and find reading these really helpful, so hopefully you will find this helpful too!


Paperchase Moustache Jewellery Stand £6

I love this gift because it is a little bit different but will put a smile on someone's face. Also, because of the colour it will match with any colour scheme in any bedroom so is a perfect quirky gift for anyone.





New Look 3D Reindeer Socks £7.99

How cute are these? Who wouldn't want a mini reindeer sat on their foot! Novelty socks are all the rage at Christmas and these little cuties are a little bit different to your conventional Christmas socks.




Lush Baby Frosty Gift Set £9.75





This is one of the cutest Lush gift sets I have ever seen! I wish I had seen this at my local Lush because this would make the perfect present for friends! It consists of two bath bombs wrapped up inside a snowman cloth and is just adorable, who wouldn't want to unwrap one of these on Christmas day?




Britney Spears Midnight Fantasy Perfume 30ml £9.99 at Boots

 

This is such an amazing bargain with an RRP of £22! I can tell you honestly that this smells amazing as I bought it for my sister and the bottle is also gorgeous. Perfect for an expensive looking present on a budget!

 

 

 

 

Have a lovely Christmas!

 

 

 

Lauren xoxo