All about Fragrance Groups

Finding a statement perfume that you'll love forever is like finding a needle in a haystack. Plain and simple. It's especially fumigating when you think that you've found the one- you fork out £70 and buy the biggest bottle thinking you'll use it every single day, and then you get bored of it half way through (that's a key indicator that that perfume is not the one, btw), talk about tedious! As a girl that works in  perfume, I thought I'd share with you some sweet techniques that I always recommend to customers in their quest to finding their perfect scent. 

On The Run.

Its safe to say that I'm more than just a little bit late on the bandwagon for Urban Decay's treasure; Naked On The Run. Instead of boring you all with the usual shadow swatches etc. etc, I thought I'd detail this in conjunction to the other fabulous NAKED's. What goes with what, do you ask? I'm here to tell you, after testing and experimenting with the three main palettes, who likes who best. 

Anxiety United and My Personal Goals for 2015!

I would like to start off by wishing you all a happy new year! I hope you had a great night and didn't spend new years day being sick multiple times like i did!

The Velvet Shoes (and random rambles).

Hey, hey everyone. So this is me coming back from my mini-hiatus cause I've handed in two of my assignments, finally! And as a reward to myself I went on a small but stupendous shopping spree and bought these wondrous velvetty shoes which are seriously my new favourite addition to my wardrobe.

Costa's Brilliance.

Thought I'd take some time to show my amplified love for Costa Coffee. I am, in fact, sat in Costa ATM waiting to go to work... so what's a better time to share my love than right now?

An Autumn Haul.

In Newcastle this year Autumn is already well under way. Its getting super cold and layering is having to happen, I've even shoved on my parka a few times. I thought that it was about time I showed you some of the things I've bought this month, they're basically all grey/black tones... don't hate me! 

Updates + Stuff.

Hello everyone. You may have noticed my posting schedule has been more than a little off this past week so I'm just letting you know the reasons why!

Battling Anxiety.

For as long as I can remember I've been battling the terrible mental disease of severe anxiety. I've tried everything to keep it together, and even though I've taught myself a little bit about how to handle myself, for the main part my anxiety has stayed as strong as ever. It has refused to respond to CBT, medication, books, techniques and anything you'd find on Google. 

New Look: Autumn Wishes

November is here already which I think is totally crazy. It feels like it was just a few weeks ago when I was just starting back at uni again. With Autumn in full swing, I'd thought I'd show you some really cute seasonal picks that New Look have on offer this November.

A Weekly Obsession #7: Pop Art/ Halloween Costume.

Hello people! I've totally been out of it these past few days, I've been preparing for a uni. speech for Monday, handed an assignment in and I'm preparing for an interview the Monday after as part of my assignment, so things will be a little out of schedule I imagine. Blogging tends to be my escape though, so nothing will change that much anyway! 

Naturalesque Makeup With a Hint Of Purple.

I haven't posted a makeup look in a while, and they're like my favourite things to write about so I feel pretty bad about it! I have however, had a couple of looks lined up for a while. I keep taking photos of them and writing them down but never actually publishing a post. I think its cause I get a little self-conscious.. I don't know! Anyway, here's a natural looking base with a hint of purple on the eyes... heavenly. 

Yummy Garlic Chicken: A Perfect Meal For Students.

All of us students at one point or another struggle with eating something that is A) Nutritions, B) Not too heavy on the stomach, C) Quick to make and D) Cheap! Here's a crunchy little recipe that'll solve all these problems in 25 minutes!

How To Make The Most Out Of Lush's BIG Shampoo.

Lush's cult shampoo BIG is the perfect way to give your hair a tremendous lift and make you feel like a mermaid before any special occasion. Have you ever wondered how you could embrace this shampoo even further and really make the most out of it with some brilliant hair lifting products? Here are my tips + tricks! 

Blogs You Should Follow: Autumn.

If you're anything like me, you'll always be on the lookout for some new inspiration for life, some new products to dote over or new techniques and types. Finding a brilliant new blog is always an experience to remember. I find myself scrolling and scrolling and reading everything I relate to, and if its a good blog, you read it all. I've been craving to share my favourite bloggers with you this Autumn. 

Mad For Mugs: My Mug Collection.

You're most likely here because the awfully crafted title has got you thinking "This is terrible" or something of the sorts, but if you're a fellow hot drinks lover, I think you might enjoy it... because today I have decided to share with you my fantastic mug collection! Hot chocolate, coffee and tea are just three things that everyone needs in life. Whether its with milk or without, apple or Earl Grey, or white or dark hot chocolate, hot drinks muse my soul.

A Weekly Obsession #6: SunbeamsJess.

I don't know what's wrong with me but I'm ashamed to say that I've only just discovered how awesome Youtuber Sunbeamsjess is. Kathryn introduced me to her earlier on this week and I have been caught up on her VLOGTOBER series on her second channel, and all of her hauls and outfits on her first channel. 

October Mood Board: Feeling Autumny.

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The New Hairspray: Making The Switch.

If there is anything that isn't fully fabulous on the beauty market yet, it has to be hairspray. I don't know about you, but I've never actually found a hairspray that I like so much that I'd happily buy it again. I eventually caught myself thinking 'Am I actually using this correctly?' even though the many YouTube tutorials say I am, and I then realised that maybe hairspray's just aren't strong enough for me! 

Morning Smoothie: A Very Berry Recipe.

Mornings for many of us are usually packed with masses of different clothing items, a jumble of makeup and a clutter of papers stuffed into a not so practically sized bag. By the time you’re out the door, you have forgotten the essential of breakfast. This is an ongoing issue for most of us, so I have come up with a pleasant little recipe that fits all the breakfast nutrients into a smoothie that you can reach for, ready-made, every morning before leaving for your day.

A Weeky Obsession #5.

'Someone you pass on the street may already be the love of your life' is the catchphrase of my fifth weekly obsession- You've Got Mail. Its a 1998 classic involving a dial up internet connection + two business rivals that fall in love + they don't even know it!