Topshop | My Winter Wishlist

This wishlist started when I began browsing in the sale and since then it has just grown bigger and bigger. Topshop is my favourite high street store and has been for ages; I don't know about you but I'm very guilty of adding everything I love to my basket. So for today's post I thought you might like to see what I have my eye on at the moment.


Moto Mid Blue Ripped Jamie Jeans £42

Rose Gold Plated Rhinestone  £15.00 

90s Racer Vest  £8 

Moto Block Stripe Shirt  £36

Bind Back Lace Boots £42

Chevron Colour Block Sweatshirt £42

Round Collar Hybrid Jumper £42



I think my favourite item has to be the rose gold bracelet, it looks so beautiful. 

Now all I need is a lottery win...

Do you have some pieces that you have your eye on in Topshop? Let me know. What's your favourite from my choices?

My Favourite Mac Nude Lipsticks

In the past few months I have become a huge mac lipstick fan and especially of their nude lipsticks. I very rarely wear anything other than nudes, unless I find my outfit better suits a plum or red in the Autumn & Winter seasons although nude shades pretty much go with anything and look very natural for day to day wear. MAC is the first place I call for lipsticks, and their selection of nude lipsticks is enough to make any make-up lover drool. So, today I'm going to share with you all my favourites. 

From left to right....

Velvet Teddy

This was my first ever mac lipstick and most definitely my favourite. Velvet Teddy is a matte formulae lipstick with a beigy-pink colour which can be a tad drying although I still continue to wear it because I love it so much. I wear this lipstick almost every other day because it is gorgeous! Definitely one that would work with all skin tones. 

 Twig 

I love this lipstick! It's a deeper pinky mauve with slight brown undertones.This is my Kylie lip. It's satin but not too shiny with just a nice sheen and If you want it matte you can just blot.  Its creamy formula makes it comfortable to wear (it doesn't even dry out my lips) and it smells amazing as all mac lipsticks do.

Honey Love

This is a matte lipstick with enough colour to keep it natural without making you look like your lips blend in with your face.  I can't imagine many skin tones that would suit this colour on its own because it's so pale. I'm convinced that Honey Love is one of those colours that is meant to be used either with a slightly darker liner or used with another matte lipstick to make ombre/3D fuller lips. 

Whirl
I've never owned the lip liner but I gave into the whole Kylie Jenner craze and decided to buy this lipstick.  I absolutely love the colour and the formula isn't as drying. On my fair skin this is a dirty rose with a hint of brown which isn't something I would normally wear but I absolutely love it. This matte isn't hard to wear the way some mattes are either. 

Modesty

This is my newest mac lipstick and whenever I want something on my lips that's as natural looking as possible but still gives a "finished" look to my overall make-up I reach for Modesty first thing. It's a beautiful muted neutral pink shade with just a hint of peachiness. I feel as though I can apply it without a mirror and not have to worry if the application is messy. 

What are your favourite nude lipsticks? Let me know. 

Top 5 Beauty Discoveries Of 2015

Okay, this isn't the most original of ideas, but I couldn't resist. 2015 has been a year of beauty discoveries for me, and so I thought it would be fun to look back on the best of the bunch! After sorting through my collection I realised that this year I have found some products that have soon become staples for me. Here are 5 that I discovered in 2015, and I'm sure I’ll keep on repurchasing…

1. Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturiser- 
Moisturising my skin from the neck down is a real effort for me so this product became a lifesaver this year. The Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturiser caught my eye several months ago and I purchased it in the hopes that it would help me with my laborious effort to keep my skin looking and feeling healthy. The nozzle dispenses a light spray of milky liquid onto the skin which takes literally seconds to rub in. I like these for in the mornings especially as they are great for a top-up or a quick fix but they aren't as intense as a body butter. The cocoa fragrance is my favourite, but I love the green aloe vera version too. It’s the only body moisturiser I’ll reach for now.

2. Nars Audacious Lipstick in Anita- 
In 2015 I found 'my perfect nude' with Nars' Anita. This mid-toned rose with a touch of brown is the perfect shade of my lips; The formulation of the lipstick is a velvety creamy matte that glides on your lips without being slippery, meaning you know it will last. Even though the lipstick is matte I did not find it the least bit drying. The magnetic closure is nice and the packaging is sleek too. 

3. Yves Saint Laurent Teint Touche Eclat Foundation-

For ladies who like a dewy, natural, healthy looking skin this foundation is for you. I discovered this product in November which clearly means it has made an outstanding impression on me to be within my yearly favourites; Not to mention I am a foundation junkie, they are my favourite thing to try. First of all the packaging is beautiful, expensive looking and feeling, and comes with a pump which gives you control over how much you use.The coverage is medium and I only use one layer and then set it with my Mac Studio Fix Powder. I apply it with a beauty blender as I find this gives the best finish. It can last up to 9 hours while I'm at work and does not give a cakey finish after it sets. Overall I will most definitely re-purchase this again. 

4. Beauty Blender- 

You could buy the most expensive make-up in the world, but if you're not applying it well, it's never going to look right. A beauty blender is an egg shaped sponge in a hot vibrant pink colour that once becomes dampened with water becomes twice its size. I discovered this product in the summer time after seeing a great deal of Bloggers raving about it and instantly had to try it out for myself. This product has revolutionized the way I apply my make-up as it blends multiple products like concealers and foundation seamlessly. Its the perfect size to work with and blends heavy foundations with an airbrushed finish. Not to mention it cleans easily. Overall this is a must have tool and I don't think I could now live without it. 

5. Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Moonstone- 

I had been eye-ing this product up for ages and finally purchased it last month (I know, another new entry to my collection). I'm a huge highlighter fan and after trying a fair amount over the years, this is my favourite. Especially in winter. It's soft, glowy and if you apply with a light hand, natural. This powder is also quite build-able, so you can always achieve a more dramatic look with it when needed. To start, the packaging is a beautiful brushed metal and once I opened it I saw it had a great mirror (another plus, for on the go). When you first see the powder it looks soft even in the pan. Moonstone is an very light yellow gold, with white gold fine flecks throughout. After applying I looked lit from within, and it accentuated and lifted my cheekbones making my whole face look amazing. I am so so happy I bought this and will be stocking up. 

So, what have been your favourite discoveries of 2015? Let me know. 

My Current Evening Skin Care Routine

 I have finally found a skincare routine that I'm happy with so here is what I have been using and loving. 

 First of all, let me tell you a little bit about my skin; It's kinda normal-ish, with some dryness around the eyes and nose. I'm actually quite lucky as I very rarely get any spots but maybe that's because of my killer skincare routine. 

In the evening the first thing I apply and muslin off is the Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm. Ever since I discovered this I haven't looked back! I honestly don't know what I was thinking when I used micellar water to remove my make-up because this is so much easier and takes less time. To use this product you scoop out a little bit with your fingers, massage into dry skin; the soft paste turns to an oil and any make-up you had on will just slide off. I then take a warm muslin cloth and gently wipe away.

Now for the second cleanse. This step is very important and alot of people tend to skip it but its needed to remove all the dirt and grime of the day off your skin. After patting my face dry I apply the Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish to my skin and rub in circular motions (this is the perfect time for a mini massage) then remove once again with my muslin cloth leaving my skin feeling refreshed and revitalised. 

Next up is a toner however I don't use one every night, only 2-3 times a week. Toners are important to take the pH of your skin back to normal. I use the Pixi Glow Tonic which is also an acid exfoliant that will remove any dead skin cells from the surface for healthier looking skin. I use a little amount on a cotton pad and wipe it all over my face. This product instantly help your skin feel clean and nourished and the long-term impact is that your complexion looks and feels more radiant. 

Then I spritz some of my Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist to refresh and lock in any moisture. This product not only feels lovely to apply but also smells beautiful!

Following this I use the Vichy Aqualia Thermal Serum for a boost of moisture; I apply it onto dry fingertips, spread onto both hands and apply directly to the skin. I love this product because its light, easily absorbs and hydrates well. 

Moving on I use an eye cream and as you can tell I'm a huge fan of the Body Shop Vitamin E range. I apply a small amount of the Body Shop Vitamin E Eye Cream onto my ring fingers and start underneath the eye moving in an anti-clockwise motion up to the brow bone and back round again. I then tap the cream in with a light gentle motion to help it absorb into the skin.  Especially in the winter time my under eyes can become quite dry however this product has helped with that. 

My final step is a moisturiser. I use the Body Shop Vitamin E Moisture Cream; this is a great moisturiser and you only need a small amount, it goes on lovely, smells nice, dries quickly and leaves skin really soft. And that concludes my Evening Skin Care Routine!

So my question to you is, what’s your routine? Do you use any products that you think I would love? Let me know.