Monthly Archives: April 2016

Product Review: MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

April 28, 2016 By in Beauty, Product Reviews Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 24 Comments

MAC Studio Fix Picture

I am a MAC Cosmetics lover, as you should all know by now, so this review should come as no surprise. I have been using the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation for a couple of years on and off, and I can see myself using it for a very long time. This product is a foundation and powder in one, designed to be used dry. It creates a matte, velvety finish by absorbing the skin oils.

MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is a one-step powder and foundation that gives your skin a smooth, flawless, all-matte finish with medium-to-full coverage. Its long-wearing, velvety texture allows your skin to breathe. Studio Fix is available in a wide range of colors.

How to use: Apply to skin using a sponge or your desired brush, and blend. You can also blend with your fingertips.

 

MAC Studio Fix

 

Here are my thoughts:

PROS
  1. It provides great medium-full coverage, leaving my face feeling and looking smooth/flawless, hiding all skin discoloration, and blemishes.
  2. It stays on for hours, very long-lasting, and because I barely need to top-up so often, I usually have mine for a while.
  3. There are over 40 shades available so there is a shade for every one. I got mine in NW45, and it suits my skin tone perfectly.
  4. It is very affordable at £22.
  5. It is easily accessible. You can grab one in stores at Debenhams, House of Fraser, John Lewis, and online as well.

MAC Studio Fix Image

 

 

CONS
  1. Although it is a powder and foundation in one, I find that most of the time, I still need to apply a bit of the MAC Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation or a tinted mosituriser, before applying the Studio Fix, depending on the look I am looking to achieve.

Overall, I love the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation, and I recommend it to anyone looking for the convenience of having a powder and foundation in one. It is a fantastic product, worth every penny, and I will be buying it again and again. You can watch my vlog here below.

 

Have you tried this product? What are your thoughts? You can buy this product here.

OOTD: How to Style a Black Dress

April 27, 2016 By in Fashion, Outfit Post Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 72 Comments

Black Dress Picture

You may have noticed my sudden love for black, especially black dresses. Well, you may think it is sudden but it is not. There was a point in my teenage years when I wore only black. My wardrobe was all about black dresses, skirts, tops, shoes, almost everything was in black back then. I found it easy to style black so it became my personal style. Nowadays, I still like to have a few black pieces in my wardrobe every now and again, but I tend to do colour more.

However when it comes down to investment pieces, black will always win. There is something about the colour black, that just does it for me. Black pieces and accessories are classy and effortlessly chic. You don’t have to over think your accessories when you have a black dress on, because any colour would look great paired next to it. It makes dressing up easy.

Black Dress Image

Miss Selfridge Black Dress

A simple black dress is great for those lazy days where you need to get dressed up but can’t think or can’t be bothered to think of what to wear. I love this particular black fitted long sleeve jersey midi dress with a scooped out neck and twist knot detail. I got it some weeks ago and I find it so comfortable, it feels so soft, I could sleep in it.  I think this piece is super stylish. I am going to wear the life out of this one.

Black Dress Outfit Image

The beauty about a black dress is that it never goes out of fashion, always in vogue, and with the right accessories, you could wear your black dress to every occasion, so having a couple may help create a capsule wardrobe.

Midi Black Dress Image

What do you think of simple black dresses? Do you wear them?

 

What I Wore

Black Midi Dress – Miss Selfridge

Bag – Coach

Sadie Tan Sandals – Kurt Geiger

Sunnies – Gucci

Bracelet – Armani Exchange

Necklace – Peculiar Vintage

Gold Watch – DKNY

Stud Earrings – Pandora

 

 

What is in my Spring/Summer Bag?

April 26, 2016 By in Beauty, Fashion, Lifestyle Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 29 Comments

I see a lot of these ‘What is in your bag’ kind of posts on blogs and vlogs, but I have never written one until now. With the transition or supposed transition to spring, I feel inspired to share more weather appropriate blog posts, to get me in the mood for spring/summer. Winter went on for way too long.

Bonprix Summer Box Image

 

I had the pleasure of receiving a summer box from the lovely people at Bonprix, and I can’t wait to make the most of the contents. In the box were the following:

 

A Bonprix Floral Kaftan Top

This floral top, I will be making the most of once the weather gets warmer, and when next I go on holiday. Have a beach holiday planned in my head for the year, and I can picture myself rocking this beautiful Kaftan over a bikini or with a pair of leggings/shorts. Let’s see how the holiday plan goes…

 

Pineapple Cup

This is my first pineapple cup ever, and I like it. Perfect for summer and the holidays. A stylish way to stay hydrated. I love it!

 

Beach Ball

My kids are going to love chasing this ball about. Some fun outdoor time awaits us.

Summer Essentials Image

 

Flower Headband

I am loving this flower headband a lot. It looks amazing paired with the floral Kaftan. I am looking forward to rocking this beauty.

 

Sun Lotion

Sun Lotion is a necessity for all of us, so this pocket-size Nivea Sun Lotion SPF 30 will come in very handy.

 

SPF Lip Balm

I have started using the Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Lip Balm SPF 15 already and I LOVE it. I love having lip balms on my bedside table because I use them quite a lot, and this mositurises my lips perfectly and smells amazing too.

 

Personalised Tote Bag

Personalised Tote Bag Image

I am so into personalised items for my blog so it is no brainer, that this is my favourite item from the spring/summer box. I was still drooling over my personalised tshirt, only for this to arrive. I love the red and white, and can’t wait to take this beauty on holiday with me. I can picture myself stuffing this tote bag with all my holiday essentials.

What do you think of these items? What do you have in your spring/summer bag? Do tell in the comment section below, let’s chat.

Thanks for reading and have a good time wherever you are.

 

*PR samples.

 

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