Oh I Wish it Could be Christmas Everyday

 

 

 

Ho Ho Ho! Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and it just wouldn't be right if I didn't share a snippet of my day here on my little blog. Presents were unwrapped and food was eaten before I had a chance to take any photos but I think the pictures above are an accurate representation of  my Christmas. I hope you all had a magical Christmas filled with chocolate *nibbles on gold coin*, festive films, slipper socks (a must) and spending time with your family.

 

Merry Christmas!

 

 

xxx

 

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W7 In The Buff Eye Colour Palette || Naked 2 Dupe

 

 

 Aah, the Naked 2 palette. Arguably one of the most coveted  products in the blogging world that never fails to gain a positive review from each new owner. The fact that I don't own it and now feel no need to is all down to a palette I discovered only a few weeks ago, the W7 In The Buff Eye Colour Palette. Having read many a beauty blog, I've seen countless swatches of the Naked 2 which appears very similar to the W7 In the Buff despite it only being a fraction of the price at £4.99. The packaging and layout also have little difference, would you believe. Intrigued yet?

 From Left - Right: Buff, Camel, Sand, Dust, Chocolate and Topaz (Same Below).

 

From Left - Right: Earth, Storm, Silk, Wave, Thunder and Onyx (Same below).

Silk all over the lid with Chocolate and Camel in the outer third and Sand in the inner corner.

Buff and Sand (the two lighter colours) do not have as pigmentation as the others, particularly Buff which is matte. However the darker shimmers (particularly Thunder and Dust) are a lot less chalky and transfer well. Both Onyx and Chocolate are also matte and would work well lining the eye or in the crease.

 

Overall I think this set of Natural Nudes is a must have for anyone who wants the Naked 2 but without the price tag and is perfect for the Christmas season. Available from The Cosmetics House.  

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December in Paris

 

 

 



Bonjour!

 

Although I've been to Disneyland a few times before I've never actually spent time in the city of Paris. On Saturday we took a day trip to visit all the sites Paris has to offer, eat many crepes (chocolate of course) and admire the Christmas lights come evening. For lunch we stopped of at a little traditional restaurant named Cremerie Restaurant Polidor and then ventured on to the Musée d'Orsay. As someone who reads many a blog, picking up some cheaper French skincare was an essential and on every street corner there was another pharmacy filled to the brim with Bioderma, La Roche-Posay, Vichy and more. We only saw the Eiffel Tower from a distance but it was much taller than I expected and something I'd probably like to walk up if I ever go again. In the park (where the last two photos were captured) there was a lovely sense of admiration to the wonderful architecture and pathways of trees that even the birds seemed to be dancing. 

 

Now if you don't mind I'm off to crack open a bottle of Bioderma. Cotton pads anyone?

 

 xxx

 

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Meeting Fleur De Force

Today there is no time for my usual greeting as my happiness needs to be transferred into words before I shatter into a thousand over excited pieces. Whilst at the Clothes Show Live on Friday I bumped into the lovely, beautiful Fleur. It was such a surreal moment seeing her in the flesh after watching her videos for such a long time and I quite embarrassingly gushed at how much I loved them. Fleur was one of the first beauty YouTubers I ever subscribed to and her blog inspired me to start writing here. I know they say that you should never meet your 'idols' in real life, but Fleur is definitely an exception.

xxx

 

 p.s. please excuse my odd I'm-so-excited grin

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The Primark Pyjama

Hello everyone, hope you're all well! Today's post is going to be all about the snuggly, cosy and Christmassy item that is a pair of Primark pyjamas. Each year Primark release the fleece-like bottoms which are the perfect accompaniment to slipper socks, and at only £5 a complete bargain. I opted for the blue with penguins and snowflakes (why ever not?) and think I'll be going back for a pair in red whenever Primark is calling again. As it's really starting to get cold this are perfect for lounging around the house, watching Christmas movies and making hot chocolate in. Oh, and of course sleeping!

Have you picked up a pair?

xxx

 

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A Christmas Chit Chat

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Happy December! I'm sat here writing this with a Fig scented candle burning, fairy lights on and two doors of my advent calendar open. This means only one thing, Christmas. The most wonderful time of the year filled with slipper socks and hot chocolate. This little corner of the web has been pretty quiet over the past few weeks but I'm hoping that during the Christmas holidays I can start posting regularly again. I've got a lot of festive ideas and photos so I just need the time to sit down and type. I would also recommend that you grab a mince pie and pop on your Christmas jumper, you know, so that you can feel all festive.

This Christmas is the last one I'll be getting to meet up with all my friends as we're all going to separate colleges come September. This means I want to spend as much time as I can with everyone, which definitely involves shopping. Christmas shopping. Most hate it, others (like myself) very much enjoy it. What I love the most though, is buying all the presents, coming home and wrapping each present up with their own little bow and label. It's the little things.

Lately I've adored reading Olivia's blog whilst being curled up next to the fire with my cat. Her photography alone would lead me to follow her blog but what makes me a regular reader is her beautiful writing style. I've also got lots of festive ideas for my room after Zoe's latest video, which I watched accompanied by a peppermint tea. The various vlogmases also excites me very much, would you believe! And I don't think I could do a whole blog post without expressing my excitement for the return of Sherlock on New Year's Day.

This. Christmas. Is. Going. To. Be. Fabulous.

xxx

p.s. If you don't celebrate Christmas then Happy Holidays!