catch up: jubilee nails

Yes, Yes I know the Jubilee has been and gone but due ti technological problems and immense bad luck I had no access to my laptop or internet. Here is my first attempt at nail art, it wasn't the best but for my first go I think it went quite well. The flag I made out of painting nail varnish onto sellotape and  then layering them on my nails before finishing with a top coat. This definitely needs some nimble fingers in order to avoid smudges and get clean lines, something that unfortunately I am not blessed with! However with some practice this technique can be used to create all sorts of nail art, I will definitely be giving it another go in the future.

Did anyone else grace some nail art for the jubilee?

Meg x

Broken laptop D:

Due to my clumsy nature and heavy handedness I have broken my laptop, hopefully I will get my old one back soon and will be able to catch up on all I have missed!

Bioderma Crealine H2O

This has been doing the blogging rounds for a while now and I was intrigued when I kept hearing about it. I have fairly sensitive skin and one too many times I reach for scented baby wipes to take my make up off quickly and easily. I liked the idea of something which is predominantly water but still claims to rid my face of all it's slap. My first problem arose before I even tried the product and that was actually getting it. Although I had heard of places available on ebay etc they were quite expensive for what could have just been a glorified bottle of water. Luckily I have a Grandad who lives in france where it is marginally cheaper and he kindly sent me 2 bottles. I got the sensitive skin variation, here is what the  bioderma website says;

"At the cutting edge of innovation, BIODERMA has pioneered micellar solutions. Specially formulated for sensitive, normal to dry skins, the Sensibio H2O micelle solution gently cleanses face and eyes. It removes water-resistant make-up.

The micelles contained in its formula effectively micro-emulsify impurities while maintaining the skin’s balance (soap-free, physiological pH)."

When I used this I was pleasantly surprised, it was quick and easy to just squirt on a cotton pad and wipe all over my face. It removed my make up with ease though I would need more than one cotton pad for a thorough cleanse over a full face. Even if I had been wearing no make up that day the used cotton pad would show the dirt and grime of everyday life. I got a very slight stinging in my eyes if I had used to much product but this was quickly rectified by a lighter hand when pouring. I haven't really seen much of an improvement in my skin as such but it feels nice to know I am not putting harsh scents and chemicals on it.

I have 100 ml of this product and whilst I do really it I cannot justify the price tag to buy it via ebay. So whether I will be repurchasing will depend on my next visit to France or my granddads generosity

have you tried any bioderma solutions? what did you think?

Meg x

Mum never taught me to iron....

So let this picture be a lesson, what you see when you look down is not necessarily what others see. I did know that my new gorgeous blazer ( I am slightly in love with it) could do with ironing, but I was in a rush and my friend insisted the creases would fall out when I had it on. Anyway I have been wanting a colour pop blazer for ages, I knew that I didn't want anything to structured and suit-jacket like, and that I wanted a mouthwatering-ly bright colour for summer. I am on a scrimpy student budget so was beginning to lose hope in ever finding a cheap but decent blazer untill I stumbled across this beauty in the republic sale! It's a lovely silky chiffony material and the only downsize is my stubby little arms get hidden In the sleeves!
The blazer was my main focus on this post really as I just love it, however, my dress was from the new look sale and so was my necklace, sometimes I really do like new look's items ( this necklace will be a summer staple) however the quality does seem to let them down slightly ( this dress is completely sheer and had fraying threads) my shoes I picked up from a charity shop, In hindsight they look like slightly the wrong colour but they sure are comfy.
P.S sorry for the crop I was in the middle of talking/shouting at my friend


how do you feel about colour pop blazers?

Meg x

H&M with Anna Dello Russo

"Among many stylish things, Anna Dello Russo is Fashion Director at Large and creative consultant at Vogue Japan, and, as of this autumn, new accessories designer for H&M. ADR, as she's known in the business, announced she will be launching the range with the Swedish high street retailer in October. 'As a stylist I know accessorization is essential: it is the personal touch to any outfit. With these pieces everybody can have fun, turning an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day', she says of the forthcoming range. In celebration of this high-street high-fashion hook up, Guardian Fashion rounds up seven key ADR looks and speculates as to what ideas will make it into the H&M collection" (gaurdian)

Oooh I do just love anything that glitters! Everything in this photo has a very decadent vintage feel to it which I love, the pops of colour are drawing me in as well. Can definitely see these pieces making an evening outfit spectacular! what are your thoughts on this collaboration?

Meg x

on sale from October 4th

www.annadellorusso.com

www.hm.com

attack of the flats

tk maxx

barratts ( i think??)

same as above

Nike online

These shoes are probably my most well worn flats ( these are practically all of my flats apart from some standard flip flops that you buy in a rush before you get your plane, and a pair of boots which have disappeared)

The first two pairs, my slipper shoes and my brogues are what I call my 'power flats' quite smart flat shoes that I could wear if I was working in an office or going to an event where I wont be able to face heels. I am in love with my slipper shoes and was just drawn to there bright colour like a moth to a flame! they are my latest addition, however they annoyingly rub on the back of  my left foot, hopefully this will go away with wear. 

I then have my boots which were my winter staple to keep my tootsies from the cold and snow, ever so comfy and warm!

and then my Nike 6.0 high tops ( in desperate need of a clean I know!) these I generally just wear every day.

Meg x

What a hoot

Unfortunately I haven't got a camera cable at the moment ( I remembered to bring everything else back to uni but that!) so will have a lack of my own photo posts for a while. This I took a while ago and it popped into my head when I rediscovered this necklace last night lost forlornly down the back of a chest of draws.  I picked it up from topshop when they had a sale on and wore it quite religiously for a while, it is a long gold chain with a small black owl wearing a crown. It gives a perfect bit of interesting-ness to any outfit. My nails in this photo are O.P.I rising star underneath technic crackle effect top coat.

Have you rediscovered any lost loves lately?

Meg x