December & November Favourites

Printing Photos

Earlier in the year I purchased a voucher on Groupon to get 200 photos printed & sent to me. I've wanted to fill up this photo album for the longest time. I don't know about you, but I am guilty of taking hundreds of photos but never getting them printed. I'm going to try & keep up to date with them all now & do a batch every couple of months. I love looking through albums & bringing back happy memories.

Dachshund Purse
Can you get a more perfect purse? I'm so in love with it. Plus, it has a decent amount of sections for loyalty cards & random receipts which I always seem to have tons of in my bag!

Maybelline Mascara

I think this mascara has featured in my favourites before, but I had to mention it again as I went off it for a while & have just rediscovered it again. I have no idea why I stopped using it. It's seriously the best drug store mascara I've found.

Primark Matte Lipstick

I bought this lipstick back in Spring & put it at the back of my draw to save for the Autumn / Winter months as it's a very dark red shade. I forgot about it till the other week when I re-discovered it in my lipstick draw & got so excited! It's so perfect when you can't be bothered to do a full face of a makeup. A touch of mascara & this on your lips & your good to go! I reviewed this lipstick back in March if you'd like a read.

Ted Baker Nail Polish

Ah doesn't this colour just scream Christmas? I've been obsessed with it this past month (as you'll see in my next nail art post) James kindly got it for me for our anniversary at the beginning of December & it looks so perfect with a glitter top coat.

Ted Baker Body Spray

Ah another amazing present from James! This body spray has to be one of my new favourites. It's very sweet & reminds me of Spring, but I love it for that. Even though I love more sultry perfumes, I always go back to the sweet, spring scents.

Worthers Originals

Right, I blame Elisa for this one.. She brought some Worthers into work last month & offered me one & oh my god. I hadn't had one for years & now I'm obsessed again. What's so amazing about these though is they have gooey middles. I mean, c'mon. They are seriously the best.

Netflix

Ok, so Netflix is my life now. Haha, I'm kidding, but seriously.. how did I ever survive without it!? James & I have a few series we've been hooked on; Stranger Things was the first. It was really scary but addictive & then The Big Bang Theory which James had never seen but I'd dipped in & out of over the years. I'd love to hear what you've discovered on Netflix & what we should watch next?

Music

Busted - Night Driver Album

The Weeknd - I Feel It Coming

Events

At the beginning of November, Gemma & Ollie revealed they were expecting a little girl! I can't actually wait to meet her. We've got lots of excitement ahead with the baby shower in January too & then Gemma is due in March!

Grandad celebrated his 89th birthday last month. I can't believe he is that age, he still seems so young to me!

James & I celebrated our 4 year anniversary on 1st December. It feels like forever, but also no time at all!

This year's panto at work is Aladdin & I can't begin to tell you what a lovely cast we have had. Every year, it feels like a new family join us, but especially this year, as sometimes as staff members you don't feel apart of it, but they've all been so lovely, it'll be sad to say goodbye to them all.

& of course a highlight of these past two months has to be Christmas. What I love most about Christmas is to James & I, it's not just one day. We move from family member to family member, but we celebrate with each & everyone of them & it's like starting Christmas day over & over again. It's the best time of year!

How has your December been lovelies?

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September & October Favourites

The Sidemen Book
Ok, this book makes me seriously happy. James & I are massive fans of The Sidemen, so when we heard there was a book coming out, I went straight onto Amazon to pre-order it. It arrived on 18th October & we haven't put it down since! Yeah, we are hard-core fans.. ; D

Elizavecca - Milky Piggy - Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask
I'm not going to write too much about this mask, as I've already written a full post reviewing it, but you can probably guess as it's in my favourites how much I love it. It's just such good fun to use & leaves my face feeling so soft & revitalised. Like I say, make sure you check out my full post about it (even if it's just to laugh at my moon face..)

Maybelline - Matte Maker
I needed a new powder to set my foundation & thought I would try this 'Matte Maker' from Maybelline. I wasn't expecting too much from it if I'm honest but I was seriously impressed. It's only £3.99 (from Superdrug) & lasts all day.

Lush
Ah Lush. Not just Lush, but Lush at this time of year! I'm loving everything in store at the moment. From the Autumn bath bombs, to the new sparkly Christmas bath melts, to the products they stock all year, everything is just so perfect. I recently picked up & reviewed the Pumpkin Bath Bomb & the Autumn Leaf Bath Bomb. Reviews of some of the new Christmas bath bombs will be coming soon!

Lists / Meal Planner
Who else loves a good list? I've been obsessed with this meal planner from The Works this month. James & I aren't the best when it comes to healthy eating & planning meals (mostly because of working shifts that stretch into the evening) so we find it hard to have a balanced diet & tend to just grab what ever we find in the cupboard. This planner allows us to sit down & actually discuss what we are eating & what food we need to get in for that week. It's been a life saver!

Essie - Ruffles & Feathers
This polish is one that I keep coming back too & I love using it as a base for nail art. It features in my recent nail art post, which will be coming soon!

Everyday Luxe - Pumpkin Spice
I'm so sorry I couldn't find the link to this candle. (more gutted that I can't seem to find where to buy a replacement for when I burn this one!) I bought it from TK Maxx last year & re-discovered it this Autumn & I can't get enough of the scent. It's so delicious. I keep popping into TK Maxx to see if they have had another one this year, but so far no luck.

Events

Right at the end of August, Mum & I had afternoon tea at The Hickstead Hotel. It was lovely to spend the afternoon catching up with her, alongside endless supplies of tea, coffee & cake. I've written a full post about our day, which will be up very soon!

At the end of September, I decided to have my hair balayaged & cut. I've had it done before, but this time I went for less blonde tones & more brown, warmer tones. I couldn't be more happy with it.

Earlier this month, James took me to meet his giraffes at Chessington. I only posted about our trip to Longleat a few week ago, where I got to feed the giraffes there, but this was a special VIP experience, where we were taken to the giraffes house to feed them & have pictures for half an hour. It was so much fun & they are all so beautiful.

On 19th October, James & I travelled to Gloucester for his graduation. I seriously couldn't have been more proud!

Oh & finally, it was Mum's birthday on 22nd October & we had the most lovely weekend together. We had a family meal in the evening with my grandparents which was so nice, lots of wine was consumed!

Music

The Chain Smokers - Closer

Bruno Mars - 24k Magic

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Maybelline Baby Lips Balm & Blush - Flirty Pink

Hello lovelies!

 

You might have seen these cute new products Maybelline have released called the Baby Lips Balm & Blush. They come in 4 different shades; Innocent Peach, Flirty Pink, Blooming Ruby & Bronze Shimmer. The shade I picked up was Flirty Pink.

 

 

First of all, I want to comment on the packaging. I like the fact it's a small product & it's easily transportable, however it isn't the easiest to hold. I find I'm almost pinching it & have dropped it a few times!

 

The actual product smells lovely & I was initially won over by the scent, but once applied to my lips & I could taste it, I wasn't a fan. You know those cheap lip products that have an almost plastic taste? That's sadly what it reminded me of. 

 

I'm quite a fussy person when it comes to lip balm & sadly this one didn't impress me. It didn't produce any colour onto my lips & didn't keep them moisturised. Infact, I didn't even feel the product on my lips after about 20 minutes.

 

However, I tried it as a blush & was super impressed. I go through stages of loving powder blushes & then back to cream blushes & this one is one of the loveliest I've tried. It lasted the duration of the day & felt very light-weight on my skin.

 

So to conclude, I absolutely love this product as a blush but it did nothing for me as a lip balm, however I do believe a lot of people will be a fan of it. I do think it's a complete bargain for a multi-purpose product.

 

Have you tried the Baby Lips range from Maybelline? What were your thoughts?

 

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November & December Favourites

 

Garnier Ultimate Blends Shampoo

My hair becomes so dry & brittle in the Winter, I need everything I can to make it look & feel it's best. This shampoo from Garnier has really helped over the last month or so. I absolutely love how shiny it makes my hair & the scent is just lovely too.

 

Barry M Nail Polish - Red

 As it's Christmas, you simply can't go wrong with a red nail varnish. This one from Barry M is my favourite classic red which makes an appearance each year in December! I love wearing it with a glitter top coat, which leads me on to my next favourite..

 

Collection Bedazzled Nail Polish - Razzle Dazzle

 I own a lot of glitter polishes, but this one didn't leave my nails through-out the month of December. It looks beautiful as a top coat over any colour. If you still need inspiration for New Years Eve, you can check out my recent post here featuring lots of sparkly nail art designs.

 

QiBest Lipstick - 06

 I read a review on this lipstick on a blog & thought I'd give it a try. It cost £1 on Ebay & claimed to be very long-lasting & waterproof. It also has a matte finish when completely dry. I was tempted to pick up a few different shades, but ordered this one first to test it, as the postage & packaging was free. I wore it out to dinner & it seemed to last the whole evening, while I ate & drank a three course meal. I was amazed at the staying power but it did however stain my lips & took quite a while to remove it completely when I took off my makeup in the evening. However, I absolutely adore it & find wearing it totally effortless as I don't have to keep re-applying it & for £1, it's a total bargain!

 

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream - Light

 This BB cream has totally changed my makeup routine. I love the formula as it applies so nicely to my skin & it's easy to blend into my concealer alongside the rest of my makeup. It lasts all day & evens out any blemishes. I'd highly recommend trying it if you haven't already.

 

Advent Chocolate

 My mum bought me a Lindt advent calendar this year & it was amazing. I literally loved opening it each morning. You can never have too much chocolate in December..

 

Music - Justin Bieber, Sorry

 Ah this song. Yes I know, Justin Bieber, you're probably thinking what's going through my mind, but seriously, I love this song (along with his new album..)

 

Events

 

There were a few birthdays we celebrated in November, including my Grandad's 88th on 17th. Every year we have a meal & small celebration at my grandparent's house. It's always so lovely to have the whole family together. 

 

In the space of the last two months, Elisa has celebrated her baby shower, gone on maternity leave & had her beautiful daughter Lily, who was born 29th Dec 11.09am! I'm literally so excited to meet our first baby within our friendship group.

 

Myself & James celebrated our 3 year anniversary at the beginning of December. I went to Gloucester (where he's studying at uni) to celebrate & we went out for dinner in the evening to Coal. It was such a gem of a restaurant, we are definitely looking to go back again soon. 

 

& finally Christmas! This is always a favourite time of year for me, I adore spending time with my family & having some time off work! December is always our busiest month with panto going on, plus films at the theatre, so some time off at home to relax is always very welcoming.

 

How has your year been lovelies? Any plans for 2016?

 

Hope you all have a lovely New Year's Eve & Day tomorrow!

 

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What I've Been Wearing On My Nails #26

 

Maybelline Color Show Me - Peach Melba

I had a real phase of going through nude shades on my nails this past month. Although the Maybelline polishes aren't my favourite (they don't seem to last more than 2 days on the nails without chipping) this shade is just so pretty, I really didn't care! 

 

Sinful Colors - Pink Forever

I've mentioned this shade many times before but I'm absolutely in love with it! Nothing beats hot pink nails for an evening out. Sinful Color polishes are also such good value for money! They retail at £1.99 & last such a long time.

 

Primark - Un-named

How annoying is it that Primark don't name their nail polishes? Saying that, I did buy one the other day & it was named, so hopefully this will continue! I always tend to go for a blue shade when I'm unsure what colour to paint my nails (after going through my pink collection of course..) & this one is the perfect pastel colour. I'm really not bothered what season it is in relation to the colour on my nails, but I do love the darker shades for those cosy winter evenings.

 

Primark - Un-named & Models Own Nail Art Pen in White

A very simple nail art as I got bored of the blue. I added polka dots with my Models Own nail art pen & also a curved line at the top of the nail. This design is so quick & easy & really does jazz up a plain shade on the nails.

 

What have you been wearing on your nails this month? : )

 

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Maybelline - Eraser Eye Concealer

Hello lovelies,

So I finally got my hands on the Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer. You might have seen me mention it in my Boots Haul at the beginning of August & how excited I was to find it my desired shade. I picked it up in 'light', as I am quite pale & thought it would suit my skin tone the best. 

I wasn't too sure on the design of this product when I first heard about it. It is very different to the normal 'doe foot' applicator I'm used to using. My go-to concealer (like most bloggers!) is the Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer & I've used it for over a year without finding the urge to go out & try any other concealers. That was until the reviews started coming in for this Maybelline one & I just couldn't resist picking it up.

The way you apply this is to turn the dark red section below the sponge at the top, until it starts to show signs that the product is coming through. It says to do this very carefully & slowly on the packaging, but I found it took ages for the product to come through!

It is actually so soft to use on your skin, I found myself putting way more on than I planned just because I enjoyed using it so much! Haha.

I've been testing it out for a few weeks now & am absolutely in love. I've found it's a lighter formula than the Collection concealer & it's a lot easier to blend into my foundation.

Have you tried this concealer? What were your thoughts? : )

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Maybelline - Lash Sensational Multiplying Mascara

Hello lovelies,

 

I wanted to post today about the new Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara. I say new, I bought this a few months ago & am only just getting round to blogging about it! I know there is some mixed reviews about this product, so I wanted to share my opinion with you. 

 

 

So this mascara claims to -

 

"Our first Layer-Reveal brush with 6 lengths of bristles captures the tiniest lashes you didn't know you had, volumises & defines the look of longer lashes. Result: A Layered, Multiplied Effect. Create A Sensation!"

 

 

I have to say, when I first tried this mascara, I was very impressed. It really does seem to lengthen & define my eyelashes. However, I didn't find it really volumised them. The brush is very easy to work with & the mascara dries very quickly on the lashes. I did have some issues with using this on my bottom lashes. It was just too heavy. I like having very defined, subtle bottom lashes, but this weighed them down & resulted in smudging under my eyes.

 

 

Although this product is fantastic for the price, I do have other mascara's in my collection that I prefer to use, but it does make for a perfect day time mascara.

 

 

Overall, I would give this mascara 7/10. Like I say, it's perfect for wearing during the day, but for a more dramatic evening look, I'll be sticking with my Rimmel Scandel Eye Mascara. (which I can review for you if you'd be interested?)

 

Have you tried this mascara? What did you think? : )

 

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Boots Haul

 

Boots Essentials Nail Polish Remover

I'm nearly out of my current nail varnish remover & managed to pick this one up for £1. I've used it before & found it amazing for taking off nail polish & it's a total bargain!

 

Garnier Pure Micellar Cleansing Water

This is a re-purchase. I absolutely adore this cleansing water, it really does live up to all the amazing reviews it gets from bloggers. It removes my makeup effortlessly & feels so gentle on the skin. Definitely worth picking up if you haven't tried it.

 

Imperial Leather Fruit Salad Shower Cream

Oh my word. Fruit salad shower gel!? How amazing. I saw this on offer at the till & couldn't resist picking up a bottle (or two..) It smells absolutely amazing. When you're in Boots next, see if you can find some to sample. They also do a marshmallow scented shower gel, which I really wish I'd bought now!

 

VO5 Bedazzling Oil Heat Protect Spray

I've never tried this before, but after browsing the hair care section, I was drawn to it. It claims to make your hair silky soft after washing, I'll have to see if it lives up to what it says. Have you tried it before?

 

VO5 Smoothly Does It Frizz Free Cream 

 This was a re-purchase. I love this cream for my hair. It really does tame my frizz before styling & I find my hair a lot more manageable after using it.

 

Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer

I've heard so much about this concealer, I just had to pick it up. This is the first time I've seen the light shade in stock. Just shows how popular this product is!

 

Batiste Dry Shampoo Blush Floral

Another re-purchase. I wash my hair every 3 - 4 days & it stays non-greasy for the first two, but by 3 or 4, it needs a bit of a lift. This dry shampoo has been a life saver over the last few years for my hair, I'd definitely recommend it if you haven't tried it before.

 

Have you bought anything from Boots recently?

 

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May & June Favourites

 

Garner Summer Body Moisturising Lotion - Light-Medium
I've used this product for years! I absolutely adore it. I'm not a massive fan of self tanning products (mainly because I suck at it!) so this moisturiser is perfect for me. It gradually tans your skin & moisturises at the same time.

Maybelline Baby Skin Pore Eraser

I've been on the hunt for the perfect primer for so long & now this one has come into my life, I think it's changed it forever. That sounded dramatic. But it's true. This primer is a dream! It's so easy to apply & feels weightless on the skin. It really does make your face feel so smooth, ready for your foundation. I tried a primer from Rimmel previous to this one & just didn't get on with it. Plus, I haven't even used much of the product & find I've already had to squeeze the tube. It was really bad value for money. But back to Maybelline! Now I've found this primer, I'm never changing back!

 

Maybelline Color Tattoo Gel Eyshadow - Pink Gold 

I already own two other gel eye shadows by Maybelline & adore them. They seem to last forever & have a gorgeous pigmentation. I wanted to pick this pink shade up because it just screams Spring / Summer. I've been wearing it constantly this month!

Primark Rollers
Since I've had my hair cut, I've been trying to use less heat on my hair. I've been on the hunt for some rollers to use as opposed to 'attempting' to use my straighteners to curl my hair. (I'm hopeless at it!) These rollers are £1 for 8, so I got two packets as they're the smallest ones Primark sell. I prefer that though. They create the cutest of curls.

Garnier Ultimate Blends Strength Shampoo

I always like to have two / three shampoos on the go at once & as you guys know I love a good bargain. I always try to pick up new shampoos & conditioners when they're on offer. I'm the most lazy person ever when it comes to washing my hair & will do anything to avoid doing it! Haha. Therefore, I need an efficient shampoo that gets the job done fast & has brilliant results. My hair was quite brittle at the bottom before my hair cut, so this shampoo has been a life saver as it helps restore damaged hair. The only thing that I'm not too keen on is the smell, but it is quite subtle so it isn't too big of a deal.

What have you been loving this month? : )

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April Favourites

 

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

I have to admit, I picked this product up because of the hype around it but I don't regret it one bit! This product has changed my evening routine. I'm one of those lazy people that hate taking off their makeup at night. By the time I think about it, I'm too tired & just want to get into bed. I love that you don't have to rinse this product off, it's as simple as using as much as you need on a cotton pad & just lightly washing your face. Ideal for lazy people like myself!

Pomegranate & Pineapple Fragrance Jar Candle

James bought me this candle for Valentines Day & you can see, I've nearly burnt it all! I'm definitely going to Clintons to re-purchase it. It's such a beautiful scent & such good value, I'd say it was on par with the Yankee Candles, but a lot more affordable.

Nails Inc Express Nail Polish Remover
 As I mentioned, I'm a lazy person. This nail polish remover has been a complete dream come true. If you're not familiar with the product, all you have to do is simply dip your finger into the pot which is filled with sponges & you twist the pot to rub the nail against the sides. It's so easy to do & the nail varnish comes off within seconds. I picked this Nails Inc one up in the Boots clearance section, I seriously couldn't believe my luck!

Odesza - All We Need

This song, just wow. Sammi mentioned the band Odesza in her favourites not long ago which prompted me to search for them on YouTube. Some of their songs aren't to my taste, but this one has been on repeat for me all month!

Revlon Colorstay Lipliner - Pink / Rose

I bought this lip liner from Save On Makeup, a website that sells a mixture of high & low end beauty products. I'm seriously in love with this lip liner! Not only is the colour gorgeous & goes with so many of my lipsticks, but it's very long lasting. I tend to wear lipstick most days & have found that this lip liner stays on a lot longer than a lot of my lipsticks! I really need to purchase a nude & a red shade to complete my collection.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

I've heard mixed reviews about this mascara but I'm convinced it's the perfect one for day time wear. The mascara claims to 'volumise & define the look of longer lashes' which I totally agree that is does. The best thing about this mascara for me is not only the price but the fact my eyelashes hold a long lasting curl all through the day. With previous mascaras, my lashes seem to fall flat & lose their curl within a couple of hours, so I was over the moon when I noticed how well this one compares!

Tesco Finest Earl Grey Leaf Tea

I love tea. Anyone that knows me will know that. However, when I've been eating out or having a catch up with the girls, I've been ordering Earl Grey. I was always a Breakfast Tea kinda girl, but since receiving a lose leaf tea strainer for my birthday, I ventured out & purchased the Finest Earl Grey from Tesco. Even though it takes more time than just putting a tea bag in a mug & adding hot water, it's so worth it. I find the making of the tea to be as relaxing as drinking it. Nothing beats snuggling up in the evenings with my favourite brew.

 

What have you been loving this month? Please leave me links to your favourites posts, I'd love to read them! : )

 

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Maybelline Baby Lips

You have no idea how long I've been hunting for this product. It seems to have sold out every time I've ventured into Boots or Superdrug. But finally.. I found it!

 

 

If you haven't heard about Maybelline's new lip product, where have you been?! This product not only claims to moisturise your lips for up to 8 hours, but also adds a hint of pigmentation.

 

 

As most of you know, I'm a pink girl at heart so I just had to go for the pinkest shade in the collection - Pink Punch. These lip balms are totally affordable & retail for £2.99 in Boots.

 

 

I absolutely love the packaging - seriously how cute is it?

 

They apply so easily onto the lips but I find myself applying them at least once every two hours, sometimes more. The colour does last, but fades after a while. My lips do feel moisturised after wearing the balm, but it definitely needs applying more than every eight hours.

 

What do you think of this balm? Have you tried any of the other shades?

 

I'm thinking of purchasing Cherry Me & Peach Kiss next time I'm in town. : )

 

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Recent Nail Art #8

Barry M - Turquoise & Models Own - Snowflake 

I absolutely love this topcoat. I always seem to forget about it in Summer & it gets hidden away in my collection, but it leaves such a gorgeous effect on my nails I don't know why I don't use it more through out the year. 

Rimmel - Marshmallow Heaven

Not exactly nail art but I just wanted to show you this shade. It's beautiful but didn't last that long on my nails sadly.

Maybelline - Speckled Pink

You might've seen my previous nail art post where I featured another Polka Dot varnish by Maybelline. I wasn't massively impressed by it when I painted it straight onto my nails as opposed to using it with a base coat. So this time, I just used a purple pink varnish underneath (not visible when you paint the polka dots over the top) & it managed to stay perfect for a good few days (as opposed to chipping after half a day of wear)

 

Barry M - Lemon Ice Cream, La Femme Beauty - Emerald & Models Own nail art pen in White

 

& finally my Wimbledon nails! I won't go on about these as they featured in my last post, but if you'd like to read about my Wimbledon adventure, you can here.

& if you like these posts, make sure you check out my other nail art features! : D

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Recent Nail Art #7

Barry M - Prickly Pear

These Barry M Gelly polishes are simply beautiful. I'm loving all purple / lilac varnishes at the moment, but this one has to be one of my favourites.

 

Maybelline - Peach Smoothie

You seriously can't go wrong with a pastel peach in Summer. I thought I'd add a few decorations to the design to make it stand out more, I can't get enough of these little flowers!

Sinful Colors - Easy Going

 

The Sinful Colors range has to have been on every bloggers wish list over the past few months. I picked up this beautiful shade last week. It looks quite white in the picture above but it's actually a very pale pink. Such a unique shade for Summer.

Sinful Colors - Unicorn & Models Own Nail Art Pen in Black

 

Now.. something completely out of my comfort zone. I still can't decide if I like these.. & after wearing them for a day & a half & getting strange looks, I chickened out & removed them! I've always been on the fence about yellow nail polish, I remember years ago picking up one & hating it but thought I'd give this one a try as it's such a pretty pastel shade for Summer. One of my friends said I looked scary & like I had wasps on my nails! Lovely..

 

Which is your favourite shade this week?

 

& remember to check out my other nail posts for some inspiration : D

 

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Recent Nail Art #6

Models Own - Utopia & Nail art pen in white

I'll never get sick of this polish, nor will I ever get sick of polka dots. Combine both together & you have my favourite nails. Ta-daaaa.



Nails Inc- Savile Row & Barry M - Pink Sapphire Glitter

Not a very Summery choice but I love this shade of red by Nails Inc. Add a bit of glitter & your all set.



Maybelline Polka Dots - Shooting Stars

You've probably all seen or at least heard of the new range of polishes by Maybelline. I managed to pick up this blue shade (Shooting Stars) & the pink shade (Speckled Pink) Very cute, cheap polishes but they've all had such good reviews I couldn't resist. I applied this one as soon as I got home (3 coats shown above) straight onto my nails. They obviously could be used as a top coat but I decided to layer it up as just this one polish. Honestly? I was disappointed. They chipped after about 6 hours & all I was did was drive to work & work on the front desk (occasional typing) Nothing out of the ordinary. Obviously, because I applied them without a base coat they were more likely to chip but I'm still disappointed I couldn't even go more than a day with them lasting.

 

Have you tried the new Maybelline polishes?

 

If you like nail art, make sure you check out my other nail posts. : )

 

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