Halloween - Last Minute Costumes

Hi Everyone!

As we all know, one of my favourite times of year is on Friday! I love the Halloween festivities but sometimes planning the perfect costume can be so difficult that you end up with nothing to wear days before (me right now). So for all us last minute people I decided to make a post about last minute costumes. I have linked the items that I have found to their website if there was a specific one.

Devil

A devil costume is easy enough! All you need is a truck load of red!

- A Red Dress

- Red Heels

- Red Scarf

- Bright Red Lips and Red Eye shadow and Thick Black Liner

- Red Nails

- Devil Horn Hair Band

Cat

Cat costumes are more about the accessories and makeup than the actual outfit.

I would recommend:

- A Black Jumpsuit or Black Lace Dress

- Black Heels/ Boots

- Cat Ear Hair Band or Mask

- Long fake nails

- Black leather gloves

- Black cat eye makeup and red lips (Credit to Niomi Smart for Pictures)

- Whiskers! (Credit to Niomi Smart)

Witch

A witch is one of the easiest costumes as you can put on basically any dark colour you own and focus on the makeup again

I would use:

- A Dark Green Dress

- Patterned Tights (Spiders, Green and Black Stripes)

- Black Wedges

- Spider Hair Pins or a Witch Hat

- Black Lips

- Dots of Eyeliner to make Warts etc.

- Broom Stick

- Back Combed Hair

Pumpkin

This one could be slightly trickier but will be worth it!

- Orange t-shirt

- Orange Tutu Skirt

- Pumpkin or Orange Tights

- Black Converse

- Orange Nails

- Makeup (optional)

Ghost

One of the most blank but effect costumes.

- White Crop Top

- White Skirt

- Ghost Tights (optional)

- Black Lace Shoes

- Black eye makeup and white base and lips

- White hair bow

- White ribbon tied to arms and wrapped into plaits

I hope you enjoyed these last minute ideas and that they've helped some of you with your costumes. This post was very different to my usual posts. Let me know if you like outfit ideas and would like seasonal ones!

What are you going as this Halloween?

Thank you for reading!

I love you

x x x

Lush Review - Shoot for the Stars Bath Bomb

 Hi Everyone!

A couple of nights ago, I used the 'Lush Shoot for the Stars Bath Bomb'. This was the first time I had ever used it and I have instantly fell in love with it.

It starts with turning the bath a dark blue, then after around a minute a pink, yellow and purple start to add to the blue making it become an explosion of colour.

Then there is a wonderful surprise for you in the centre of the bath bomb. However, I'm not going to tell you as it would spoil the excitement. I don't know how to describe the scent but it matches the beauty of the product itself.

All I have to say is make sure to add this to your shopping list next time you're in a Lush store!

If you've used this bath bomb before, what did you think?

Thank you for reading!

I love you

x x x

My Night Skin Care Routine!

Hi Everyone!

As we know, Winter is weeks away! Even though it is one of the most wonderful and beautiful times of year it can do a lot of damage to our skin. I have a set skin care routine for all year round too keep my skin looking fresh and hydrated!

After snuggling into my pajamas and tying my hair back I wash my face with 'Clean & Clear Exfoliating Daily Wash'. My skin is very acne prone due to it being slightly oily. However, this face wash works as it is oil free and I find it unblocks pores well. I use this to remove the makeup and make my skin feel fresh and treated.

Secondly, I use 'Witch Hazel'. This is a herbal liquid that is used to clear up break outs and acts as a second cleanse for the skin to make sure it is 100% makeup or dirt free! I buy this from my local chemist/drugstore or you can buy it from retailers such as Boots. Apply it with a cotton wool pad, onto red or acne prone areas and leave to dry into your skin. Don't be afraid to be generous!

Finally, I use a 'Olay Essentials Complete Care Night Cream' Moisturizer. This product is supposed to care for normal, dry and oily skin. I love using this moisturizer as your skin can feel slightly tight after using the 'Witch Hazel' and it makes my skin relax and feel soft and hydrated.

As you can see all of these products are cheap and all high street brands.

What's your favourite product of your night skin care routine?

Thank you all for reading!

I love you

x x x

Liebster Award Nomination!

Hi Everyone!

I was nominated by the lovely Victoria Jane to do the Liebster Award Nomination! I've never really heard of this before but by reading into this a little it seems like a great way for small blogs like mine to widen their audience.

The rules are:

• Answer the questions sent to you
• Nominate 11 bloggers who have under 200 followers on twitter
• Ask them 12 questions of your own
• Notify them that they've been nominated

Here are the questions Victoria asked me!

Who is your favourite blogger and why?

Okay, I'm sorry everyone but I'm going very typical here, I love reading Zoella's and Niomi Smart's blogs because they're always full of inspiration.

What is your favourite make up brand?

I only really buy high street make up due to such a small budget but my favourite high street brand is Maybelline but if I love the look of Urban Decay and Benifit make up.

Are there any bad fashion trends you followed when you were younger?

It wasn't so much of a trend but I went through a stage of wearing headbands daily and I regret it so much now!

Why did you start blogging?

I wanted something to do when I was bored on a weekend and to discover new opportunities! My friend, Sophie started hers a couple of months before mine and she seemed to have so much fun so I thought I'd join!

What is your top make up tip?

To open your eyes more, curl your eyelashes daily!

What is your favourite season? Why?

I have so many reasons as to why I love each season! I think my top 2 are Summer and Autumn because Summer is so warm and you can do so many activities but Autumn is cosy and a beautiful time of year.

What is your favourite quote? Why?

'Rise above the storm and you will find the sunshine' - Mario Fernandez. I love this quote because it proves that there is always a way out and that you should never give up.

Favourite high street store?

Either H&M or New Look.

Who is your biggest style influence?

My older cousin, Jess is a massive style influence to me but if it was someone famous then probably Perrie Edwards, especially when she was younger or Bethany Mota.

What beauty product can you not live without?

My concealer, brow pencil and mascara.

Who are your favourite youtubers?

There's so many! If I had to choose a few it would be: Bethany Mota, Zoella, Meghan Rosette, Caspar Lee and Thatcher Joe.

I am going to nominate:

1. Tina Knights

2. Nia Elinor Mair

3. The Fashion of Craft

4. Anjel & Co

5. Lizzie's Life

6. Behind The Frames

7. Cupcakes and Candyfloss

8. Fashion Novel

9. Describe Beauty

10. Perfect Pastel Flower

11. Daisy Green

Here are my questions for you!

1. Who is your biggest inspiration in life?

2. What is your favourite item of clothing?

3. What's your favourite perfume?

4. Who inspired your blog?

5. Do you have a favourite Disney film?

6. Favourite brand?

7. If you could have one wish what would it be?

8. What's been the biggest plus factor of starting your blog?

9. Do you have any hobbies other than blogging?

10. What was your first ever item of makeup

11. Do you read any other blogs and if so who is your favourite?

I can't wait to see your responses and hopefully get to know you all at some point :)

I hope you enjoyed!

New post up on Wednesday.

Thank you so much for reading!

I love you

x x x

Autumn!!

Hi Everyone!

Autumn/Fall is one of my favourite times of year. Even though we're already a few weeks into this wonderful time of year, I want to share with you some of my favourite things about this season.

Jumpers/Sweaters, Scarves and Confy Socks

Crunchy Leaves

Hot Chocolate

Open Fires

Halloween!

Darker Evenings

Fireworks

Comfort Foods

Candles

Blankets

The excitement of Christmas approaching!!!

These are just a few of my Autumn favourites. What are your favourite Autumn qualities?

Thank you for reading!

I love you

x x x

You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile

Hi Everyone!

October is finally upon us! One less month until Christmas *screams excitedly*. However, today I didn't want to talk about festivities, I want to address a subject that effects us all, life. I have wanted to talk about this for a while now but I've never really had the right words to say but I saw Zoella and Sprinkle Of Glitter's video about sadness (link here)  and it's given me the inspiration I needed to write this post. 

Life can be extremely difficult, especially if you are facing a new challenge e.g. a new school, a new family member, difficulty in friendships or at home. Sometimes, these challenges can get us down and feel like there is no way out. However, there is always light at the end of the tunnel, no matter what you think and how bad the situation may seem.

Personally I go through times where I don't feel myself but I don't seem to know the source of my problem. Most of the time, situations of sadness can be solved easily, but sometimes it can lead to things such as depression or anxiety, therefore if the feeling of sadness continues over a long period of time or repeats regularly you must talk to a parent, carer, teacher, therapist etc. and I can't stress this enough. It is better to talk things out that keep it all to yourself. Even if you're not ready to talk to anyone about your problems face to face you could make a list of what is making you unhappy and what makes you happy.

If you are going through a difficult time right now, I promise you it gets better and that there is away out of this unhappy part of your life. Don't forget that if you ever need help or anyone to talk to feel free to contact me somehow (link to contact page here), I'm always here.

Stay strong.

I love you

x x x