Back to black

A rarity to find me in a colourless outfit however I received a parcel of monochromatic coolness in the post this week that reflects this outfit today. I am not a competitive person but something was awakened inside me as I took to ebay in search of a pair of black leather converses. I have been eyeing them up for a few weeks, thinking how cool they are and what I could style them with. Only the £54 price tag stood in my way of those numerous outfits I was putting together in my head. 

So I went into battle in a bidding war and payed £15 for a pair of converse that had only been worn a handful of times. Who really likes squeaky clean converses anyway?

Annie x

Suit you sir

O lordy this is a large picture of myself.

Here is an outfit from a few weeks back, pre hair chop. Usefully after a hair cut I look back at old pictures of myself and lust over my long locks, on this occasion no such thing. If anything I am really considering going a little shorter.

So here is a little sleeveless blazer dress originally from River Island purchased on (of course) ebay. Maybe a little short for a dress but when out in a night club called 'Glam' who's judging hey? Cinched in at the waist with a pop of colour in this cobalt blue belt with a  detail chain that matches my necklace perfectly. Popped on Macs matte 'Lady Danger' for a little more colour.

Annie x

Dungaree love

Braving the elements this morning to blog this outfit. After I thought that nothing could tear me away from my Moomin p.j's and dressing gown, my ASOS delivery arrived and I got dressed straight away. I have been lusting over these dungarees for a fair while. At £12 from £30 they are a complete steel, but did I need a fourth pair of dungarees in my already obese wardrobe? Turns out I do.

Firstly I love the colour. Initially I was going to opt for the safe option of black but I thought I would try something a little different. I am yet to see anyone else where anything similar. I also love the tailored style of the shorts.

If you hadn't noticed from the bottom picture, I've had the chop. After all the bleach and the turmoil my hair had been through in the last year it was in such a terrible condition. No fancy lotions or potions were making a slight bit of difference so I decided to take the plunge. There was once a time when I went through a moment of madness and asked the hairdresser to give me a 'posh bob'. However I soon grieved the loss of my long hair and vowed to never cut my hair short again, and here we are today. The condition of my hair has been transformed and the curls have jumped back as there is no dead weight pulling them down. I am even considering maybe cutting another inch off......

*Link for dungarees*

Annie x

New year, new clothes

My effort in blogging has fallen flat this past month. However this poor effort has not been reflected in my ability to shop, and in doing so find some big bargains. Here's a recent outfit of mine consisting of a few new additions to my bulging wardrobe.

Starting with this damn fine coat. Seen as this awful weather is here to stay and persisting to be wet and miserable I deemed it a perfect occasion to treat myself to a new coat. The first criteria I was looking for in my new coat was a statement, whether it be colour or pattern. I love the whole light pink coat trend however the colour really does nothing for me my skin tone and draws me out. Also for such a messy eater like myself, was a light coloured coat really the right choice? Same applies to beige, if it doesn't disguise a ketchup stain easily then it probably isn't for me. 

Found this treasure from a designer at Debenhams in Cardiff called Promod. The shop assistant told me they were the only store that stocked this designer and they have some really lovely pieces.  This black and white oversized blazer was £84.95 down to £33.50. 

 I had been eyeing up these red booties before Christmas. I couldn't part with £55 for such a statement coloured shoe, unfortunately red doesn't go with everything and so I didn't feel as though I would get my wear out of them. While shopping in the new year I came across the boots all on their own in New Look, the last pair, in my size, for £20. Mine!!  

Annie x

What a scandal!

 I don't know about you, but when I purchase a make-up item I really do expect to be still using it a month down the line. Is that too much to ask? Why am I given sample sized amounts in disguise of a full sized product? Hey Rimmel and E.LF? You answer me that!

Here are two of the accused products:

Rimmels 'Scandaleyes' eyeshadow stick

and

E.L.F's eyeliner and shadow stick

Both great products to use. I fell in love with the eyeshadow stick at first application due to its colour, quality and most importantly, ease of use. However this love affair has quickly fallen flat on it's face. Once you have used the tip, that is it. I have tried without much (any!) success to sharpen this fat plastic pen. This whole eyeshadow stick isn't a make up revelation brought to us solely by Rimmel. You can find several similar products on the market, just like Clinique's chubby stick shadow tint. With it's twist up bottom it allows you to use the whole of the product inside the length of the pen, which at £17 you really do hope to get your moneys worth. 

Well, now that little rant is over here's to a new year full of product reviews and outfit posts.

Annie x

Must be love

Today I attended a beautiful wedding. I originally didn't think I would be able to attend due to lack of date (how sad!) but a text from a best friend the night before saying that should could come, gave me under 12 hours to prepare myself and find an outfit. On this occasion I am glad I hold the title of 'Clothes Hoarder' and pulled out this never worn little gem. A festive red dress, originally from New Look, purchased on Ebay for under £5. I have never found the right time to wear this as it is a little dressy. But I deem a winter wedding that perfect occasion.  

Went for a bronzed make up look. Using a little Soap and Glory palette that I found in my Christmas stocking. A perfect quad of nude and bronze shades. Also gravitating towards my old trusty Bobbi Brown shimmer brick, with the perfect amount of shimmer and colour. I love the colour of this L'oreal lipstick however a little unimpressed with how long this colour actually stays on the lips. A few reapplies were needed.  

L'oreal Paris- Collection Privee by Eva

Soup & Glory Lid stuff

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact- Bronze

Annie x

Party cleanser

The party season is in full swing and I myself have been hitting the town for the last 4 weekends straight. For someone who has a deep fondness of my pyjamas and dressing gown, this busy partying schedule is commendable. 

Unfortunately not managing to capture many of my past outfits of the nights, but with the aid of self timer I managed to get a quick snap of last nights. A great party piece of mine is this find from the girls section in M&S, bought for £12. The advantage of being a petite lady like myself allows me to just about get away with an age 13 that just about covers my derrière. But hey, what else says party like all over sequins and a flash of thigh!  

After a combination of long island ice teas and £1 rose wine it is fair to say I am not looking or feeling my freshest. In comes the face cleansers. You see, it is very hard to remove the nights make up with burger in one hand and a facial wipe in the other. So going in full hog this morning.

Starting my using the L'OREAL cleansing solution. Said to have similar properties to the well raved about Bioderma. With a large cotton pad this removes any trace of the left over make up and grime from the night before. Going in for extra measures with this oil cleanser from Lush called Ultrabland. It cleanses the skin without leaving it dry and irritated. Such a lovely product that makes your skin feel....well as we say here in Wales, Lush!

And last nights Fanta beverage is doing a good job at keeping my mouth from drying up.

Hope everyone is enjoying the festive season.
Annie x