Ladies' Day Inspiration...

Hello :)

With Ladies' Day fast approaching next weekend, I thought I'd throw together a little something that I think would be stylish and elegant for the event. Now I'm not saying I'm going myself, because I've never actually been to Ladies' Day, but having lived in the city where it takes place for three years, I can't really not do an inspiration post about it! To anyone who's going this year, I hope Spring will have finally turned up otherwise this maybe a tad too chilly!

Miss Selfridge Peach Frill Front Maxi Dress (£45) - I think this is a gorgeous dress for the occassion. I love the colour, I love the frills, I just love it. It's a maxi dress so at least if it's still a little bit chilly you're more covered up than say an LBD! Great dress not only for this occassion, but it'd be great to wear when the weather gets even warmer for all sorts of garden parties, weddings etc.

ALDO Lappas Wedges (£60) - For shoes I'd thought I'd pair the dress with some wedges mainly because no one wants to get their stiletto heel stuck in the mud! Weather in Liverpool can be quite wet so wedges are the way to go in my opinion. They are a bit pricey for shoes, but I've got a pair of ALDO wedges myself and they are honest to God so comfortable and holds my feet in place so well. Thumbs up from me!

Accessories

Topshop Metal Layer Cuff (£13) - I'm keeping accessories and makeup quite simple and I thought this cuff would go quite nicely with the dress. Giving the dress a harsher cut with the metal rather than girly and stringy bracelets.

River Island Metal Cross and Skull Charm Rings (£10) - Again, breaking up the girly feel these rings are something different. The cross, spike and skull rings gives it a rock-chick feel, but I feel the wing ring balances it out nicely.

Accessorize Jessie Block Stripe Clutch (£29) - Well I can't really leave out monochrome could I! Bit pricey for a clutch, but it adds a bit of colour to the outfit I think when the rest is quite simple.

Hair and Make Up

Hair wise, again I'm keeping it simple. I love this braided updo because it's clean but a little bit messy at the same time and it's a young look that's fresh for the spring feeling. Now I haven't put any fake tan suggestions in because everyone is different about what fake tan works for them, but to be honest whether you are pale as a ghost or you want to slap on a hint of summer bronze, I think this will both work great for this look. I've also left out nail polish because I think anything neutral or pastel colours would go well with this look so it's totally up to you. Onto makeup!

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation (£30.50) - This foundation is super popular amongst a lot of the bloggers that I follow and I have personally tried Nars foundation before, but that was years ago and I can't really remember what it's like! But seeing as it's so loved by many out there, this has got to be the go to foundation for the spring dewy look. This sheer to medium coverage would be great for anyone with good skin or those with a few blemishes that need hiding.

Urban Decay Naked Palette (£36) - I don't really need to say anymore about this palette because you probably know everything about it! This palette literally is everything you need from a neutral brown smokey eye soft enough for the daytime and then you can crank up the smokey-ness for something in the nighttime. Super versatile, definitely need to invest in this sometime soon!

Topshop Lip Cream in Witty (£7) - Pretty pink lipgloss from Topshop. I would have gone for a pink lipstick, but I like the sheen of a gloss and I think it would suit the look better than something matte.

And that completes the look for Ladies' Day! I hope you like it and to be honest this look could be for anytime in the spring/summer. The dress and makeup aren't all that bold so it's good for many occasions and if you style it up with different accessories I'm sure it'll create so many different looks for every occasion.

Shazza

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February Wishlist

Hi everyone,

I know I promised a couple of posts a while back, but I've been rather ill (yet again...) at the end of January and I'm just about starting to recover! Unlucky me for the start of 2013, but hopefully, I'll have a better February, otherwise I think a trip to the doctors would be wise to find out what's wrong with me :( But hey, how is it February already?! Felt like we've just had our New Year celebrations...  Anyway going to start off the month with a wishlist post :) And maybe I'll keep it up every month if I can find enough things to want!

1) Miss Selfridge Petites PU Skater Skirt  £25.00
Been wanting a PU leather skirt for a while now, currently loving the rock chic, tough look, so this would fit nicely into my wardrobe! Plus I'm trying to wear skirts and dresses more often for some reason. At £25, it's pretty much a bargain, and if you have an NUS card even better because you get an extra 10% off :)

2) Black Imitation Creepers
Last summer I bought a pair of purple acid wash skinny jeans and as much as I love them, I don't seem to be able to find shoes to go with them, apart from white converse. Normally, I would never consider creepers as they aren't really me... and I do own a pair of Dr Martens lace up boots, but there's always an occasion for trainer style rather than boots right?! Prices are variable and I definitely would not fork out the £90+ for a real pair of Undergrounds because let's face it, I wouldn't be wearing these in a year or so I don't think!

3) Daniel Sandler Long Lasting Waterproof Eyeliner £9.25
Ok, I have rather watery eyes and I have tried about a dozen different eyeliners, from liquid to pencil, waterproof and not waterproof, and even gel eyeliners, but none have never really stopped me looking like I have panda eyes by the end of the day. I currently use the Rimmel Scandal Eyes Waterproof eyeliner in black and that I have to say does work wonders, but I'd quite like a brown one, as black can be a little strong at times, but they don't have a dark enough brown I like. :( I've heard good reviews about this Daniel Sandler eyeliner and maybe when I have some money I'll splash out....

4) Emma Hardie Morninga Cleansing Balm £27.20
Now I love using Bioderma Micellaire Cleansing Water, but I do like a deeper clean at least once a week... I've also heard many amazing things about this cleansing balm, but it's so expensive! I've used Lush's Ultrabland a couple of times and I do like that too, but after a few times of using it, I always remember how I'm not a huge fan of it leaves my skin feeling like I still haven't washed it all off properly. Going to have to give this Morninga Cleansing Balm a try at some point!

5) Michael Kors MK5416 Jet Set Ladies Watch £229
Ok this is a bit extravagant on my wishlist... but hey why not. I'm a bit obsessed with rose gold and tortoise-shell things as of late and well this watch just says it all doesn't it?? And I love chronograph watches so perfect for me :D

Anyway there's my February wishlist! Doubt I'll actually purchase any of those as I have no money :( But one can wish! Hope you're all having a nice end to your weekend :)

Shazza

Many things in one!

Firstly I'd like to send my prayers to those 26 who died on Friday in Newtown, Connecticut. 

Something like this should never have to happen to make one realise guns should be banned altogether.

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Ok, on a happier note, it's 1 week till Christmas! Eeee. So last week I've been up north visiting the fiance and family for the week and well in my last post I said I'd post something about my Jiu Jitsu Christmas meal outfit and a review on The Hobbit! I actually forgot to take a photo of myself before I left.. oops! Please ignore Chris' silly face haha. 

Black Sequin Dress: Forever 21 - out of stock now =( (£32.75)

Black Biker Jacket: Miss Selfridge (£52)

Black Shoe Booties: Topshop

Black Studded Clutch: New Look (£14.99)

So my dress is from Forever 21, it's totally glittery and it's a shame I didn't get a photo! I'll have to find a different occasion and take a photo then. It's an open V back with mini cap sleeves. Quite girly and fun, not your usual vest bodycon sequin dress that you see in every shop right now. :) It's not really something I'd normally buy, but hey-ho it's Christmas, might aswell step out the box! My hair was actually curlier when I left the house, but thanks to British weather it'd been nothing but rain and damp all day and well, my curls basically all dropped =(. I kept my makeup pretty simple seeing as my dress was so sparkly, so a brown smokey eye with lippy from Autograph by M&S in Golden Rose. Was a lovely night out, but I was very glad to take off my heels at the end of the night!

Anyway, I've decided to put The Hobbit review in a separate post, so look out for that! I hope you're all having a good week before Christmas! :) I'm off to watch the Great British Bake Off Christmas Special :D