Sunday 19 January 2014

The Versatile Blogger Award

  The Versatile Blogger Award


Hey everyone,

So I was very kindly nominated by Becky from beckysbeautyfix to take part in the Versatile Blogger Award. If nominated you have to write 7 facts about yourself and of course they can be completely random. Once you have given 7 facts about yourself you need to nominate 15 other bloggers that you would like to see have a go at the tag and enjoy reading their answers. You also must link back the person who originally nominated you to do the tag! 

So here are the 7 facts about me:

1) For a long time I wanted to be a dancer and run my own dance school until about the age of 15 when I totally changed what I wanted to do. I now would absolutely love to be a professional makeup artist. Changing your mind isn't a bad thing.. 

2) I adore cats. I have two myself, both girls. One called Narla and one called Lilly. They are both adorable but unfortunately do not get along and fight all the time :-(. I would love to get at least 1 more cat.

3) I have always wanted to experiment with my hair and am never ever happy with it. I am a natural blonde and I have only ever had some highlights put through it. This year I have promised myself in the summer I will dye it a very light/white blonde and dip-dye it light blue. Now lets see if that happens.. 

4) I have always wanted to create my own Youtube channel to post a variety of makeup tutorials, hauls and vlogs. When I turn 18 I am going to make my own channel and see how it goes! 

5) I would much rather watch a violent action film over a girly chick flick. I love the films that make you feel on edge and that are full of suspense so films full of violence and tension are my sort of thing. My two favourites are Gangster Squad and Savages. 

6) Drama is my absolute favourite subject at school and I religiously look forward to it every week. At the moment I am studying it for GCSE but will soon be taking it for A-level. 

7) I now have no body piercings due to the fact that my ears closed up, but I would love to get nearly every part of one of my ears pieced and my nose pierced. 

And these are the people I nominate to do the Versatile Blogger Award: 

                                            Kimberley- kimberleysbeautyblog
                                            Carissa- vanillacrush
                                            Ava- xovintagewayoflifexo
                                           Amy- floatylemon
                                            Em- emtalks
                                            Rose- fashionrhapsody
                                           Kelsey- vanityisclarity
                                           Harriet- byooteeblog
                                           Katy- gigglesandmakeup
                                           Rebecca- rebeccacoco
                                           Charissa- charissarae
                                           Helen- melonlady
                                           Nicole- Coleoftheball
                                           Lizzie- awkwardqueen
                                           Kavita- shewearsfashion

                                  I am really looking forward to hearing all your answers! 

                                                                          Ell x













Saturday 18 January 2014

Theatrical Skull Makeup

Theatrical Skull Makeup

Hey everyone,

Another makeup look for you all. I really love working on skull looks but this time I wanted to create something that was a bit more unique and different to ones that have been seen before. I am happy with how it turned out and like the fact that it still involves a lot of colour instead of just being the typical black and white theme. 









                                                          Hope you all like this look! 

                                                                              Ell x

Tuesday 14 January 2014

Topshop Trends- Spring Fashion 2014

Topshop Trends- Spring Fashion 2014 

Hey everyone,

I am literally forever on the Topshop website browsing through the 'new in' section looking at what clothes Topshop have brought out, as not only do I like to see the latest styles and trends but I love it when I start seeing the new seasons clothes coming in. I have noticed that a few Spring time clothes have started to come out on Topshop's website and I absolutely love the colours and patterns which are in this year. Spring time fashion is a lot more girly and cute, with a basis of pastel colours (although there are a lot more block colours this year). I have picked out my favourite Spring time fashion pieces from Topshop to share with you guys... 

1) Knitted Fluffy Crew Jumper, colour Lilac: £38.00


2) Straight Neck Tile Print Cami, colour Multi: £26.00


3) Dark Floral Woven Joggers, colour Black: £35.00


4) Check Woven Front Tee, colour Multi: £25.00


5) MOTO Denim Jumper Dress, colour Indigo: £38.00


6) Mint Satin Skirt by Unique, colour Mint: £95.00 (totally not in my price budget but love it!)


7) Daisy Embroidered Mesh Tee, colour Apricot: £25.00


8) Knitted Clean Rib Jumper, colour Duck Egg: £38.00


9) Knitted Lace Stitch Skirt, colour Blue: £38.00


10) Petite Wild Flower Flippy Skirt, colour Multi: £25.00


11) Shimmer Reverse Seam Tee, colour Green: £45.00 (really love this whole outfit)


12) Multicoloured Flower Stud Earring Set, colour Multi: £12.50 


13) Bunny Print Sweatshirt, colour Multi: £35.00 (crazy jumper but just perfect for Easter)


14) Jeanie Trousers by Motel, colour Blue: £40.00


15) Polka Oversized T-Shirt by Illustrated People, colour Multi: £35.00


16) High Waisted Satin Shorts by Oh My Love, colour Pink: £28.00


17) MARGATE T Bar Geek Shoes, colour Green: £32.00


18) LANA2 Platforms Sandals, colour Red: £55.00


19) Mini Double Handle Bag, colour Orange: £20.00


20) Clean Edge Fedora Hat, colour Taupe: £25.00 


                                                       
                                            What do you guys think of Spring fashion?

                                                                              Ell x


Coastal Scents 22 Piece Brush Set Review

Coastal Scents 22 Piece Brush Set Review

*I do apologise for the low quality photos... in the process of saving for a camera* 

Hey everyone,

So for Christmas I was a very lucky girl and received the brush set that I had my eye on for a while from Coastal Scents. There has been a lot of reviews on this set and most of them are really positive. My mum (santa) ordered the set from Amazon, and it is priced at £34.50.  Before I say anything further, yes £34.50 may seem 'cheap' for the amount of brushes you are getting but let me say this... the quality of the brushes are FAR from cheap. Now I can honestly say I have never seen or used such amazing quality brushes for the price you are paying. You are getting 22 clean, soft, professional looking brushes all for £34.50 were as MAC for example charge £31.00 per brush.. crazy! 

  Now of course I am not saying these brushes are as good as MAC but to be truthful, they are not far off and do practically the same job, just as good. I have never been someone to want to spend lots of money on just one makeup brush, personally for me I would much rather be getting more for my money. When I came across this set on Amazon I was sold straight away as I already owned a Coastal Scents Eyeshadow Palette which I religiously use, so I knew I could trust the Coastal Scents brand. The 22 brushes came in a high quality leather look roll up case which is ideal for travelling and keeping the brushes organised. So far there have only been the odd brush which has lost a few hairs, mainly the face brushes; but nothing to complain about. I have used my MAC brush cleaner on a few of the brushes and they seem to be fine and have stayed exactly the same texture. This brush set is perfect for anyone wanting or who already is a makeup artist. 

















                                                             Let me know what you think!

                                                                                 Ell x

Tuesday 7 January 2014

Mexican Day of The Dead Sugar Skull Makeup


Mexican Day of The Dead Sugar Skull Makeup

Hey everyone,

Another full out makeup look that I created today. Really like this one, the colours seem to work well together. I do love to experiment with skull looks and make them my own.




                                                                            Ell x

Zombie Barbie Makeup

Zombie Barbie Makeup

Hey everyone,

Once again Elena kindly put up with me for a few hours working on her face creating a very theatrical look turning her into a creepy zombie Barbie. Alongside the rotting, dead Barbie I also did her original glamourous 'perfect' look. This inspired look is by Michelle Phan's Youtube Tutorial 'Zombie Barbie'. I hope I did this look justice and I had a lot of fun creating it although it took a very long time... and Elena is still standing next to me scrubbing her face with a wipe. Of course this look is purely suitable for Halloween but it's never to early to start practising ;).









Ell x