Urban Decay Temptress @ Boots

I went into Boots yesterday and asked the lady at the makeup counter if she knew when they were getting the new Urban Decay Book NYC of Shadows (III) and the Naked Palette in, as I'd love to purchase it at Boots so I can earn points on my card.

She said 'do you mean these' and opened a magical drawer just under the display counter which was full to the brim of all the new palettes. She even opened them and let me look at them and hold them. She then told me they weren't on sale until Monday and priced checked them at the till. She then upset me further by telling me that these were already sold/ preordered on a wait list.

Basically she got my hopes up! Now I can't stop thinking about the magical drawer of goodies.

I felt like sneaking back in and taking a set out of the drawer and just buying them at the till, as the boys who work on the cash desk wouldn't know they aren't for sale until Monday as they are already on the system!
Now I know I can't have them, I just want them so much more!

Highstreet Fragrances - Gap + M&S

I didn't realise that Gap sold fragrances so was intrigued to try a 10ml version of their fragrance 'Close' for just £5.

I have been a convert to buying fragrances from the high street after falling in love with Marks & Spencer's 'New York' fragrance in the Autograph line.

It is very reasonably priced as with this little lovely from Gap. In my opinion they certainly rival some of the bigger brands for an every day scent.

Shearling is a hot seller!

So, I blogged about the ASOS leather aviator jacket with fur trim the other day and now they've completely sold out of all the smaller sizes in black. Seems like the rest of the fashion community are all over this trend. Wish I had the cash to have bought  it straight away when I saw it.

River Island - £ 74.99

ASOS - £55

I was reading 'BlondeBrooklyn's' Blog the other day and she had purchased a gorgeous pair of shearling lined boots, also from ASOS.
I absolutely love these too. I can't quite decide whether I want these or the River Island version. Both are beautiful.

Topshop - £30

Then there are shearling trimmed bags and Topshop have brought out a shearling trimmed satchel. Good old Toppers. Killing two trends with one product. I love a good old school styled satchel.

Do you think a coat, boots and a bag is overkill?

Obviously I won't wear them all at the same time ;)

Nail of the Day: Nude Nails go with Nude Shoes - OPI Cosmo Not Tonight

 I,  like so many others, are completely obsessed with nail polish. I love how the right shade can change your mood or add a statement to an outfit.

So the current trend within the beauty blogging community is for a classy Taupe nail colour, or as lollipop26 referred to the shade as 'mud' so that her boss would understand which colour she had on. I absolutely adore those colours too, but I am not quite ready to let go of summer and will be wearing Taupe as Autumn (Fall) quickly approaches.

Yes I am planning my A/W wardrobe with a passion - already missing out on the ASOS Aviator jacket in my size (Completely sold out! Boo!) but I am holding on to the last of the long summer days.

So my current nail polish fits within the taupe spectrum, but it is a nude. Patent nude shoes are hot write now as they lengthen the look of your leg, and Christian Louboutin's famous nude pumps have waiting lists.

The shade I have chosen to go with this trend is OPI's 'Cosmo Not Tonight Honey'.
It isn't new or a trendsetting shade, but I love it. It goes with everything .

Yankee Candle Strawberry Buttercream Large Jar Candle - Review:

So I have been re-arranging our bedroom recently in anticipation of getting a new dressing table/ vanity. My previous dressing table was really a desk and it just wasn't in-keeping with the design and feel I was trying to create in the boudoir.

I want to create a Victorian/ Rococo inspired bedroom with a modern twist with lots of venetian glass and objet d'art.

Whilst I am developing and collecting pieces for my room, I felt an easy update is to buy a new candle.

I am in love with Yankee Candles, they are by far the best candles I have ever burnt. They last for hours and completely fill the whole room with their scent. I have them all round the house. Candles to me, follow the seasons.

I have special Christmas candles, burners and scents that take me from Autumn (Fall), with fragrances such as Autumn leaves, through to Halloween and the harvest season, then into the cold depths of winter with Gingerbread and Shortbread Cookie.

I obviously own the infamous Clean Cotton which is fresh and clean and a must have for Spring, but I was seriously lacking in the Summer scent department.

That was until I procured Yankee's Strawberry Buttercream.
With Wimbledon just passed and a recent trip to the famous 'Betty's Tea Rooms' a Strawberry and Cream fragranced candle seemed very apt.
I have just realised most of my candles (with the exception of holiday specials) are mainly from their 'Food & Spice' line.
I have to say, the scent is simply devine.

It makes the most of the long summer days, before the daylight begins to fade earlier and eariler into Autumn. When the window is open and a summer's breeze mixes with the scent, you can close your eyes and picture the warmth of summer on your skin.

Which is your favourite Yankee Candle scent?

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Michael Kors, Pandora & Thomas Sabo Jewelry Haul :

So I have been a very lucky girl recently and have managed to go shopping to pick up a few small Jewelry pieces including a new watch.

My first stop was at Selfridges. I had trawled the internet looking for the perfect new watch for me and stumbled across the Michael Kors Midsized Chronograph watch on both Net-A-Porter, ASOS and Selfridges website.

It was just what I was looking for. I like the larger size, men's style Chronograph watches and it seemed
to be a piece which could look dressed up and classy, but equally casual on a dress down day.


This watch is still available to buy online from a variety of retailers.
Here is the link for Net-A-Porter as Selfridges Online has sold out.

I am a big fan of lollipop26 on Youtube and she can often be seen wearing a gold Michael Kors watch on a lot of her videos. Here is a link to her Blog Lollipop26writes

I then took a trip to Pandora. I have a friend at work who has had one of the original bracelets for a long time and often wears hers on a night out. I think the idea of having something which you collect and build up is a wonderful idea. I had a silver charm bracelet as a child which my parents bought me a new charm every birthday for it. I love it and still have it, but for me a silver bracelet was a little dated.

Then low and behold, Pandora released the leather braided strap Pandora bracelets, to add to their collection. I love them. I only bought one and one charm, but I have emailed my wish list out (A service on the My Pandora website) to friends and family, so that I can begin collecting for a charm bracelet again.

I think I am going to buy another leather strap in white, and just wear a few beads at a time on it. I don't think this style is meant to be filled. They even make a double strap version, but I prefer the single clasped ones in silver. I would love a gold clasp one, but they are very expensive and it is in the end a leather friendship style bracelet.

Then my boyfriend took me to Thomas Sabo, as I really wanted to own one of their Charm Club Bracelets and start collecting their charms. I had seen Youtubes 'Fleurdeforce' wearing hers on a few of her videos and loved the idea of the interchangeable charms to go with different outfits. (Her Blog)

She has the Pearl and Obsidian Stone Bracelets which are super cute. I really wanted the leather strap charm bracelet, but they didn't have it in stock when I went.

So I settled on the reasonably inexpensive elasticated black strap carrier. This reminds me of bracelets I had as a small child, which I would buy on holiday. My boyfriend bought me the Pegasus charm, as I had just watched the film 'Clash of the Titans' and was mesmerized by the beauty of the mythical Pegasus, which no human can ride. Only Demi-Gods can. Love it!

I am going to wear them all together. Now all I need is the 'Links of London' friendship Bracelet and the 'Monica Vinader' Fiji Bracelet and I am set up. Plus obviously collecting more charms for the Pandora and Thomas Sabo.

xoxo

A/W 2010 Style Want - The Aviator Jacket

So it was London Fashion week February 2010 and the hottest trend on the Burberry catwalk was the Aviator Jacket. The world's fashionistas couldn't wait until September to get hold of this trend, so Burberry put their collection on sale in February, selling out immediately.

It's now August and we're all planning are Autumn (Fall)/Winter Wardrobes. Have no fear ladies, the wonder that is the highstreet as come through for us. Hot in this week are these Aviator lovelies  - Here is my pick of my faves:

This River Island beauty isn't really leather but looks super cosy, non the same. 

Asos - One of my fave online retailers has released this gorgeous little must have. It is real leather, with a detachable fake fur collar and comes in tan, black and khaki. This is my particular favourite.

Get yours now at ASOS

Net - a - Porter is for me a lust over online retailer as my budget doesn't always extend to their pieces. This Aviator Jacket by ACNE is steeply priced but is an investment piece. Made from beautiful taupe leather with a shearling trimming it is a gorgeous cover up, which will last into the future seasons.
Buy now at NET-A-PORTER

I couldn't believe this jacket was gracing the aisles of Next no less. (I associate next with ladies work wear) However, they've hit the style stakes straight on with this gorgeous jacket. It may be faux sheepskin, but it is reasonably priced so a style steal.

Buy now at NEXT

Watch the Youtube video below taken from the Burberry Prorsum, Autumn/Winter 2010 show, which presented a modern take on the male and female aviator for this winter:

Review: Ralph Lauren Big Pony Collection Eau de Toilette

Hey,


So Ralph Lauren have just released there new fragrance collection for men called The Big Pony Collection.
There are 4 gorgeous new fragrances to choose from and would make a great gift for the other half or a male family member or even yourself.
I bought this set for the boyfriend as I couldn't decide which scent I liked the most and Boots sell this miniatures collection which are 15ml each.


This is the info taken from the Boots.com website:

• Number 1: The Sporty Fragrance. Citrus Aromatic. Be a winner; be part of the team. This refreshing tonic matches up lime and grapefruit to propel men to victory.
• Number 2 : The Seductive Fragrance. Oriental Fougere. A sexy mix that hooks up dark chocolate and musk for undeniable attraction.
• Number 3 : The Adventurous Fragrance. Fougere Woody. A thrilling scent of mint and ginger root that triggers an adrenaline rush, and prepares men for an experience of extreme sensations.
• Number 4 : The Stylish Fragrance. Woody Fruity. An energising boost that layers mandarin and kyarawood for a one-of-a-kind, stylish edge.

My personal favourites are Numbers 3 & 4, but my bf particularly likes Number 2 which admitedly smells great on him, better than in the bottle.

This set costs £28 from Boots, but you can buy a 75ml large size of your fave scent for £35.

Free British Designer Totes - Marie Claire September 2010

In Septembers addition of Marie Claire magazine they are giving away a Free Designer Tote (Shopper) Bag! All the designs are by hot new British fashion designers, including Temperley, William Tempest and PPQ.

I have managed to bag myself the PPQ edition, but I really love the Aztec pattern design on the Temperley design, but unfortunately my newsagent did notstock this version. I will probably take a trip to a larger store today to see if I can pick one up.

It is also the Fashion Edit this month in Marie Claire magazine, with all the hot, straight off the catwalk looks for Autumn/ Fall. They have also added an amazing shopping section, so I can lust after the latest designer and high street must haves for the upcoming season.

I adore the satchel trend which has been around for a while, made popular by the Brit pack of Alexa and co.

I particularly heart the Proenza Schouler 'PS1' Satchel in purple but my budget would not allow it, but the Next 'Mulberry' look-a-likie is a steal at £30. What a bargain! This little beauty will see you from the office to a night out.