internship...

Hello everyone! I hope you have all had a nice weekend despite this awful weather! I have had a pretty relaxing day today, although learning to drive in this torrential rain proved to be quite interesting! I started an internship at Fantasy Shopper last week, an innovative website that combines social networking with shopping, it's tipped to become the next big thing! As I will be working there twice a week until 10pm, I have decided to take a break from blogging during this time. Although I am only carrying out my internship twice a week, it's meaning I will be working twelve hour days and to blog on top of that would be exhausting! Plus I would really like to have one or two days at least when I can rest my eyes from a computer. I will continue to post my Wednesday collage, as I realise that this is the most popular post I do, but other than that I will be taking a break until my internship is finished. I am hoping that this opportunity will enrich my fashion knowledge as well as my desire to work in fashion some time in the future, wish me luck and I'll be back soon!

Stay fabulous.

A day at the races

A look very much inspired by the cast of Made in Chelsea. 


1. Pastel Turn Up Leggings: Topshop £22
2. Gold Metallic Weave Tote Beach Bag: River Island £35
3. Vintage Swarovski Crystal Floral Brooch: Amazon £15
4. Tangerine Flocked Heart Scarf: Miss Selfridge £16
5. Crochet Detail Shirt: Topshop £38
6. Acton Metal Side Buckel Boots:Topshop £78

GlossyBox Review

Today I will be reviewing the third product from March’s GlossyBox: Molton Brown’s Heavenly Gingerlily Moisturising Bath & Shower Gel.

It has to be said that this product was a firm favourite in our household and as a result the sample size didn’t last for very long! This is one of those rare products that actually does what it says on the tin- it’s heavenly in smell and helps to moisturise your skin wonderfully.

I could smell the ginger coming through when using this product and it also had a hint of floral tones to it, which after I stopped sneezing (!), were revitalising and refreshing. To get the best from this shower gel, I didn’t need to use an awful lot, as it quickly doubled in consistently. 

I haven’t had much experience with Molton Brown and the products they have to offer (I actually have a voucher for a facial that is over a year old that I am yet to use!) but after using this shower gel, I would definitely be interested to see what else they have in store and online. 

This product has a RRP of £18, which although may seem a little steep for a shower gel, is worth every penny. It actually reminded me a lot of the Rituals Shower Gel I received in December’s GlossyBox, as it was of a similar high quality, texture and both products smelt divine!

I would confidently give this shower gel 5/5. I loved everything about it and so did all of my family! It’s a high-end beauty product with lots to offer, plus it's rich in vitamin fruit extract, which leaves your skin feeling moisturised and healthy. Everyone should try it!

Here are a few other Molton Brown products I would like to try:

1. Imps Whisper Forte Candela: Molton Brown £55
2. Vitamin Lipsheer- Tinted Lip Balm Snapdragon: Molton Brown £11
3. Tamarind Fruit Refining Toner: Molton Brown £25
4. Reawakening Mer-rouge Hair Hydramasque: Molton Brown £23
5. Paradisiac Pink Pepperpod Bathing Milk: Molton Brown £25
6. Sleep- Cedrus Bathing Infusion: Molton Brown £23 

sunday #8

So this weekend was pretty amazing. I spent it in Belfast with Andrew, as two of our friends got married and put on one hell of a day! I am exhausted from travelling now, but I just wanted to post a little something to wish them lots of luck in their married life together :) Look how gorgeous they are ^!!

Happy Sunday everyone!

OOTD 21/04/2012

I hope everyone has had a nice weekend. My OOTD post is a day late as 
I travelled to Belfast yesterday for the wedding of two of my good friends..... This is what I wore!

Champagne Grecian Dress: 
This little baby is originally from Topshop, but I managed to find it on eBay for just £2!!

Vintage Clutch Bag:
I love this unusual bag and I think the pastel tones suit this grecian dress perfectly. I purchased this bag a few years ago for my university summer ball; it is from Topshop and cost £32.

Nude Heels:
I realise you can't really see my heels in this picture (I am seriously lacking in photography skills!) but I wear them a lot, so I am sure they will feature on here again soon. These nude heels are from New Look and cost £19.99.

One day I will own a Mulberry...

The perfect outfit for the perfect occasion.

The Marshmallow White Mulberry Bag: Mulberry £3,500
Water Colour Mid Dress: Topshop £46
Patent Ginger Beer Kitten Heels: Office £55
Triangle Beaded Drop Earrings: Topshop £16.50
Pall Mall Polish: Nails inc. £11 

GlossyBox Review

Today I will be reviewing a second product from March’s Glossybox: Clarins' Extra-Firming Body Cream.

I have had nothing but good experiences with Clarins products over the years, and it has to be said, that this body cream was definitely no exception.

The RRP for this product online and in stores is £40, ensuring that this product sits comfortably at the high- end of the shelf. I wouldn’t pay this much for a brand that didn’t deliver great results, and with this luxurious body cream the negatives were few and far between. 

 

I haven’t been using this product every day as it advises you to, so it’s a little hard for me to judge on whether or not it successfully does what it says on the tin in terms of toning. However one thing I do know, is that this body cream made my skin feel healthier and softer in no time at all.

To be honest, I am not entirely sure if I even believe that a cream can firm and tone your skin, but I definitely was intrigued to find out and wanted to give it a try. The sample-size product lasted me for about 3 weeks and I got a lot of use out of it, using it on average every couple of days during this time.

Although I didn’t see any quick results when it came to toning, that’s not to say that this product doesn’t successfully work after using it for a significant amount of time and as instructed (there is a handy demo on the website, click here).

I would definitely be tempted to buy a full size bottle of this product as I am intrigued to find out whether or not continuous use would help to ‘tone, firm and comfort’ your skin. I've also read a few other reviews that have ensured me that with time, results become increasingly more apparent. 

In texture, the lotion was rich and velvety once applied. However it wasn’t the sort of product that soaked into your skin and you could feel that you had it on all day, which could put some people off.

I would confidently give this product a 3 out of 5. Although I can’t honestly say I noticed a significant difference when it came to toning or lifting, the product definitely made my skin feel hydrated and comforted. I really am impressed every time I use a Clarins product and I would certainly recommend this lotion as a fantastic moisturiser that with time, could possibly aid in lifting and toning. 

It's also worth mentioning that this product has won several awards, including Best Luxury Body Lotion at the Stylist Skincare Awards 2011 and Best Body Firming Potion courtesy of Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2011...The proof has got to be in the pudding ladies!