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Friday, 30 October 2015

Lust List: 3 Stunning Lip Colours From Avon

Following the Avon Beauty Bus I discovered these three amazing lip colour shades that I simply must share.

First up is this stunning shocking pink called Magenta Flash. I am seriously not one for bright pink lipstick usually as I don't think it suits me, however this shade is lovely. Bright with rich undertones, it is the perfect way to add a pop of colour to a nude makeup look and love your lips with a bold shade. I think this tone would suit most skin types and is a great stocking filler idea for Christmas. You can buy online at www.AvonShop.co.uk

Next from the upcoming Matte collection are two colours I can't choose between. Since I have had these colours I have literally been alternating them both every other day.

The matte one is called All Natural, and I love purely because I am shocked to have found a nude shade that actually easily suits my skin tone. As my lips are large but not defined, I line with my Mac Spice lipliner and the two work together so beautifully. This colour is perfect for if you do not have large lips but would like to get that Jenner pout. This matte colour will be available in early 2016.

Finally we have this gorgeous shade for colder months from the matte collection. Named superb wine, this rich colour compliments nude makeup beautifully.

Avon offers a great range of colours which double up as the perfect stocking fillers for a beauty lover like myself (hint hint family). If you would like to shop their collection for Christmas see here http://avonshop.co.uk/beauty/c/make-up/lips.html x

Tips for Looking Great For Less.

I love when fashion that is affordable and this look comes under £30, shoes included. The trick saving money?

1) Save your money to the end of 1 season and the beginning of another and buy cute cross over peices that work well in either. This crop sweater is perfect for the chillier side of a British weather which we are all experiencing now. Top: H&M £5 Sale.

2) Pay attention to charity shop windows. I spotted this tartan kilt for £10

3) Look out for closing down / moving location sales. There are loads in London, so be sure to keep an eye out. I got these in a shop closing on Oxford St, for £15

Save money on the outfit so you can spend on beauty. It is all about the staples: hair face & shoes.

The hair was by yours truly @lawandmiw to buy visit www.lawandmiaw.com, or for more inspiration like us on FB: Hair By Law And Miaw, or instagram and Youtube, @Lawandmiaw

Ootd Throw Back Thursday

3 weeks into the new year and two of those weeks have been spent wrapped up in bed fighting off the plague. I had such better plans for 2015. The first day I recovered enough to don heels you know what I did ? Hobbled my ass down to Zara to see the last of those sales. I picked myself up this jacket for £49.99 and the necklace for £7.99. Here is a tip for sales - to avoid going nuts buying things you don't really want or need - always remember you will never regret a coat- it can be accessorised several different ways and can easily dress up a plain outfit.

Today I headed to shoreditch to prove just that dressed, as my friend on Instagram Pointed out, like a pilgrim - perhaps it's because I felt like a survivor :)

Loves and Finds: Crop Bustier from H and M

Who says lingerie is just for wearing underneath? I came across this crop bustier from H&M and thought it was just to beautiful to conceal!

Great with a high waisted skirt, jeans or trousers, this crop supports the boobs and dramatises an hour glass shape, whilst offering killer support.

I got mine from H&M who have some great bustiers for really reasonable prices. Check in store or see my favourites below.

Lace Bustier, £14.99

For those with a smaller chest, this is perfect. Also comes in white and nude!

Non wire, lace bustier £12.99

Sequined Bustier £12.99

#OOTD Get the Look Chelsea Casuals

Sometimes I just like to surround myself with pretty things and force myself on a walk. No where ticks those boxes more than Chelsea. With ridiculous transport links to the rest of London, it is pleasantly secluded, and forces one to walk in order to enjoy. Up for the challenge my main chick Princess-Anna-Anastasia and I headed Sloane Square for a walk down Kings Road. The the road was dressed in its Christmas best, sparkly, glistening and charming. Sometimes its a good idea to surround yourself in beauty. So pick up a coffee, grab an old friend & get lost in a new part of town. See how to get the look below.

Boots: ALDO, Jacket and Scarf Zara, Bag, River Island, Henley, H&M

Get The look:

Woollen Blazer, Zara- £69.99
Jeans, Jack Wills, £49.50
Boots Dune, £149
Accessorize Scarf: £25
H&M Basics Top
Satchel Friends of Leather, £65

Loves & Finds : Zara Duffle Coat

Perusing the aisles of Zara as I am known to do I came across this gorgeous Duffel coat with over sized fur trimmed hood. I fell in love and had to share. There is nothing like the embrace of fur around your face, and the comfort & security an oversized hood brings. I am really impressed with the quality of faux fur these days, gone are the days of rough rat tailed trimmings, now faux fur presents it self as a real fashionistas alternative to animal fur.

Below is the link to buy x

Zara, Duffle coat £159.99

Retro Revival With MatchesFashion.com

This season fashion gets nostalgic and pays homage to the iconic looks over the decades with retrospective collections. Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent & Valentino lead the way with beautifully crafted retro looks that are so worth reviving.

Image Via MatchesFashion.com

Online store and editorial MatchesFashion.com head the fashionable forecast, and here are my best picks, with suitably chic accessories to throw these back (pardon the pun) into the 21st Century. For more looks, see my Nov 6th Post for a save vs splurge special to suit all budgets :)

Alexander McQueen Dress

Saint Laurent Cape

Versace Clutch

Christian Louboutin Boots

#OOTD Get the Look: Rainy Days in Chelsea

Off to see my number one girl Anna in Holland Park today and decided to give it a Notting Hill school girls twist. I am really loving long socks for autumn... it's a way to wear a summer dress out of season, show a little leg and keep it toasty.

So lets get to it, how to get the look.

Dress, H&M £14.00
Scarf Zara, £15.99
Over The Knee Socks H&M £3.99
Boots Dune, £92.00
Leather Jacket, £190
Glasses, Specsavers, £25.00

OOTD: Casual City Chic

Ever since I bought this high drama wool hat from H&M the other day, and I have basically been finding excuses to wear it as much as possible. Yesterday my sister and I were headed on a shopping trip around Selfridges and I wanted to look chic, but comfy in a look that could go easily from day to night, and this is what I came up with.

Dress

The dress is actually a silk evening dress from H&M. Simply cut, it reminds me of a 90s dress. The last time I wore it was new years and I have never actually thought about wearing it out, but yesterday the hat gave me courage. The dress is low cut at the back, I wore a low cut camisole leotard underneath, which also aided keeping my tummy in ;)

Jacket

A casual slouchy jacket from Zara. I got this on sale for around £29.99.

Shoes

The shoes are also Zara, and are a godsend. Punky and cool totally acceptable and chic flat shoes that allowed me to shop and keep my feet- win win.

Makeup

I am really liking brown dark lips for fall with an other wise natural face and lined eyes with copper tones & eyeliner.

Accessories:

Gold is back this season, and I am embracing it. Simplistic, not to chunky and paired with black, it becomes anything but dated.

When it came to night, I simply put on some black stilettos, took of the jacket, and let my figure do its thing.

Hats really don't get enough props- they protect your hair from the rain, protect your bad hair from the world and protect you from being recognised when you see people you don't want to talk to. Yep, hats are basically the guardians in your fashion closet.

So with that ode to hats compete, take a look at this season's must have: Happening hats.

High Street:

H&M

Has a wide range of reasonably priced stylish hats that can make any outfit outstanding. I myself have brought the one below, and it really is a statement piece that enhances an otherwise simple look.

Wool Hat (as seen on me) H&M £14.99

Fake fur Hat, H&M £24.99

Bright Blue Wool Hat H&M £24.99

Wool Hat 14.99 H&M

Wool Hat Brown £14.99 H&M

Zara have some great original hats, I love the Game of Thrones reference on the beenie below, the cat ears one is just too cute and the finish on the wide brimmed hat gives it that added quality.