On Valentine's Day, We Wear Red!

Hello Lovelies,

I know I know, the concept of 'valentine's day' is like marmite, you either love the day that it is, or you absolutely hate it. But let me just say something, which may be a bit controversial..but just hear me out. I am definitely the type of person who loves any day that focuses on romance and love. That's just the type of person I am. Now let me just say, you can't deny that there is no better feeling than seeing someone you truly care about, whether that is your mother, father, best friend, partner, sibling or even your dog (YOU DO YOU!) in awe of the affection and appreciation you have for them. To me, the day isn't about buying materialistic items and upping one another for who can purchase the most or who can buy the most expensive item. It is about just being there, doing something special with one another, we can all admit that with the stress and worries of daily life. Our awareness of the people we love can escape us, we focus so much on the things that are happening at that moment, those deadlines or stresses that hover over us. We tend to miss out on the special moments, we tend to focus on the short term and forget about the long-term effects of our choices. 

I mean, what is so bad about having one day dedicated to the meaning of 'love', 'appreciation', 'gratitude'. People focus so much on the idea that it is all about having a boyfriend and a girlfriend, and forget that all is it about is taking time out to be with that special someone or someones. I mean, how could you complain about having a day dedicated to rom-com movies, cooking your favourite dinner and chilling with a cup of tea and a few valentine's themed chocolates? I don't think that could ever be a terrible day. But, of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. if it's not a day for you, then what harm. We all just got to remember, no good comes from a negative attitude, and as much as we may feel frustrated or uninterested, the more negative energy you put out into the world, the more you get back. 

My day started with a few hours in university, of course, I then went to brunch at my favourite brunch spot here in Cork. The Liberty Grill has and will always be my favourite spot for breakfast. That night we had a Mexican Fiesta. it's my families favourite meal to cook together and it was amazing to all be together and sit down and just relax. That night, given the day it was, full of Valentine's themed sweet treats and chocolates. I mean, who am I to deny a few heart shaped caramel filled chocolates and Valentine's themed doughnuts? Thank you to Sticky Fingers in Cork City for the amazing doughnut fix.

Believe it or not, I found it pretty hard to think of an outfit which incorporated some red. Red is not a colour I wear often. I tend to stick to navy and blacks. I know they say red is a great colour for redheads, do they say that? I'm sure that's a thing people say, maybe not. My full outfit is Primark. Totally affordable.

Grey Cigarette Trousers / Primark (Missguided Similar)

Red Bodysuit / Primark

Black Tights / Primark

Brown Chelsea Boots / Primark (H&M Similar)

Hope you all enjoy this outfit post and my own opinion toward the concept of Valentine's day. Until next time my dears.

Love Rouxella x

A Weekend of Cities!

Hello Beauties,

It's that time again where we get to travel a bit around Ireland. It was a very special weekend as I got to visit some of the popular sites and landmarks in the beautiful city of Cork and the ever so popular Dublin.

As the colder days and nights roll in and the beginning of the New Year is about to commence, I was lucky enough to have some photographs taken in various spots around Ireland. Starting in Blarney Castle and Gardens, Cork. This was the first time I got to explore around the Gardens as when I was a child I just got to look at the castle from the outside, too scared to go explore. The Gardens are absolutely beautiful, there is no doubt you could get lost, there are so many different paths and trails you could follow. Although, there is a need for some fairy doors and tails in a few areas.

Black Tights: Primary

Denim Button Skirt: Primark

Grey Turtle Jumper: Primark

Navy Jacket with Fur Collar: Primark

Next was a trip up to Dublin where we shot in multiple locations, of course we had to start in the beautiful St Stephen's Green, a trip to the Capital isn't complete without a nice walk around the very autumnal park where you can just leisurely stroll while sipping on some delicious hot chocolate. Perfect for this time of year, warms up the body and the chocolate definitely puts you in that festive mood. A new discovery of mine is Grand Canal Square, the backdrop of the water is perfect, the atmosphere and modern buildings are fabulous. Ending the photoshoot day with a little tour of Trinity College followed by there a spot of lunch in Sprout&Co. 

White Collar Shirt: Primark

Cropped Embroidered Jumper: Primark

To finish of the trip we had the pleasure of staying in the magical Carton House in Maynooth, this place has a little place in my heart. The hotel is just a dream and a total luxury, I feel like a princess every time I step through those doors. The staff go above and beyond every time to make sure your needs are met to the highest standard, and I can't even express my love for the breakfast the following morning. 

Overall, this trip was just amazing and I look forward to my next photoshoot in various cities throughout Ireland and beyond. I mean, who knows what trip I'll plan next. 

Love Rouxella x

The BLACK FRIDAY DEALS You Need To Know About!

Hello all my beautiful lads and ladies,

I come to you today with a beautiful array of discounts codes to feed all your black Friday shopping needs. There has been a huge array of discount codes released since the beginning of the week so I just couldn't go without letting you guys know which ones I believe to be the best and which ones you will save some serious coinage while also grabbing some amazing bargains for products you have been keeping on eye on for way too long.

I will be of course doing a bit of shopping myself both online and in store's Friday night so make sure you are following me over on snapchat to see what items I pick up! (@RouxellaBeauty)

Before I dive into what discounts I have to share with you, I think I should share my 'Top 3 Tips' for getting the most out of the Black Friday sales.

1. Before you even look at the items that are on sale, write a list of the items you have been wanting to get your hands on.The key to these sales is staying focused so we don't go too crazy and start buying stuff which we don't really want but come up with an excuse to buy it because it 'appears' to be a bargain when it reality it may add a few euro onto your total bill.

2.Next is to browse those items that you have on your wishlist online and bookmark them. Having the ability to speed search these items is great for grabbing those deals early and getting in there before your items sell out. These sales always leave a few of us disappointed when we are late in the game and what we had our eyes on sell out.

3.Be prepared, get all the sale details in advance. Sign up to the brand's newsletter and check your emails for their sale details and what discounts they will have on the day.

Now whether you are a hardcore Black Friday sale fan or just an easy browser, you're gonna love these discounts I have found. Now grab your coffee and prepare for the late night or early morning bargain hunting..

- BEAUTY -

BROWN THOMAS:

20% off in store & online.

No code required.

Wednesday-Monday.

CLOUD 10 BEAUTY:

20% off everything.

Code: BLACK20

Thursday-12am Sunday.

DEBENHAMS:

15% off fragrances.

No code required.

New deals daily from Thursday.

ARNOTTS:

20% off nearly everything.

No code required.

Wednesday-Sunday.

FEEL UNIQUE:

15% off everything

Code: MAKEITMAGIC
Ends Monday.

THE BODY SHOP:

40% off .

Use code: 19805

MEAGHERS PHARMACY:

20-70% off.

No code required.

BLANK CANVAS COSMETICS:

30% off.

No code required.

Thursday 9pm-Friday 11.59pm.

SAM MCCAULEY CHEMIST:

15% every department with extra reductions.

No code required.

Online only until Monday.

-FASHION-

CARI'S CLOSET:

20% in store and online.

Code: BLACK

Wednesday-Monday

MISGUIDED:

50% off EVERYTHING.

Code: GOGOGO

Thursday

RIVER ISLAND:

Up to 50% off Online and In-store.

BOOHOO:

Up to 50% and free delivery.

No code required.

Until 11pm Friday.

OFFICE:

20% off in-store and online.

Code: WONDER

No end day.

PUBLIC DESIRE:

30% off everything.

Code: CYBER30.

No end day.

TOPSHOP:

Up to 50% off in-store and online.

No code required.

Thursday-Monday.

PRETTY LITTLE THING:

Up to 50% off everything.

No code required.

Ends 11pm Thursday.

ZARA:

20% off selected lines.

Until Friday.

H&M:

20% off everything + free delivery.
Code: 6013

-FITNESS-

MYPROTEIN:

Big discounts + 20% off.

Code: PLUS

Will change every day.

BULKPOWDERS:

Up to 60% off + Extra 15%.

15% Code: BLACKFRI

DISCOUNT SUPPLEMENTS:

10% off until midnight Thursday.

Code: BF10

HP NUTRITION:

11% off + special deals.

Code: BF11

GYMSHARK:

Up to 50% off certain lines.

Now let's go shopping, can't wait to see what ye all get your hands on.

Love Rouxella x

The Bomber Edit: Grease Lightening Vibes.

If you follow my other forms of social media such as Snapchat(@RouxellaBeauty) and Instagram then ye know that I recently took a trip away to the beautiful city of Dublin before returning back to my hectic schedule of lectures and continuous project work. Dublin is our favourite place to go when we feel ourselves needing a bit of TLC and a few nights away from everyday life and before any stressful events are about to come our way. We know our way around Dublin and we have a few key spots which we make our mission to visit every time we are up there. It’s great to know your way around Dublin while also finding new gems in which then become our favourite spots to visit. There is always such a buzz and upbeat atmosphere in Dublin, while also being quite relaxed as your worries regarding everyday tasks seem to drift away for that short time that you are up there. Before going on a trip I like to have some bit of a plan, this may be due to my love of organising events and activities but also to ensure that we get the most out of our trip away. Dublin is the perfect blogger location for its landscape, historical buildings, beautiful architecture and also the dynamic and modern locations such as Camden street and also around the RDS.

No matter what area you are in, there is always something unique and different which serve as the perfect backdrop for those daily outfit photographs.On day two we took a trip to Greystones in Wicklow, which is just outside Dublin. And of course, this was because we just wanted to visit ‘The Happy Pear Cafe’. We took some great scenic photographs and I also set up a little photoshoot in a park in the centre of Greystones. It was just beautiful and made the perfect location. I mean, if you don't take a picture, it didn't happen, right?

It was the most beautiful day in Greystones, as we were travelling on the dart it was almost like travelling along the coast of Greece. The sun was shining on the clear blue sea and the cliffs were sculpted to perfection. When planning a trip away, especially in Ireland, you just never know what you’re going to get weather wise. Therefore, being able to wear this midi skirt was the cherry on the cake.

Dusty Pink Bomber // ONLY. Black and White Stripe High-Neck Bodysuit // Primark (Similar).
Black Mesh Midi Skirt // Awear. White Pleated Socks // Primark (Similar).
White Brogues // Primark. I hope you enjoyed this summery outfit post, as you can see I am trying to keep those summer vibes before winter truly starts to settle in.

Love Rouxella x

The Edgy Grey Pleated Skirt.

This August bank holiday weekend I spent a few days away from the office and away from the usual going on in my life and took a very relaxing break away.I visited my family down in Caherdaniel in Kerry which was absolutely beautiful.It really does put into perspective how beautiful Ireland truly is when you get outside your on surroundings and travel around our beautiful island. It's crazy how much you can pack into just a few days away, I feel like I saw so much of Kerry in such a short few days. From visiting rivers, mountains, fairy gardens,skelligs chocolate factory(I was in awe and everything tasted very delicious) to cafes and restaurants. I don’t think I have ever been on a holiday and taken so many photographs, both being of the beautiful coastal scenery and of me and my family. It’s great to have those memories captured and being able to look at them whenever I can. To say I overpacked would be an understatement, but I think we are all like that. Especially when you are visiting Ireland with it’s bipolar weather. I brought the clothes that I have been wanting to post on my social media recently, I have been loving mixing and matching different styles lately.

I get all my fashion inspiration from Instagram and other bloggers, I don't feel I have one particular style and I like that. Some days I like being more chic and sometimes I like being more edgy and grungy. My style definitely depends on what I am doing and what mood I'm in that day. I absolutely love challenging myself when it comes to fashion and stepping outside my comfort zone.

This is a look that I thought about in my head as soon as I saw this skirt, I loved the idea of pairing a long pleated skirt with a pair of trainers to make it more edgy. Especially with the matching Nike T-shirt and the Zara leather jacket with its quilted and zipper detail.This outfit was very comfortable and it was perfect for the day that it was, a bit cloudy but humid.The majority of the time I had my leather jacket off as it was quite warm but as you all know, we do it all for the outfit post.

This skirt is definitely one that you could style in a variety of ways and each style can be different. It will definitely be a staple in my wardrobe for months to come.

Grey Pleated Midi Skirt // Primark

Black and Silver Roshe Womens // JD Sports

T-Shirt // ASOS (Closest match)

Leather Jacket // Zara (Out of stock)

Black Backpack // Primark

Hope ye enjoyed this outfit post, it was a bit different from my usual style.
Love Rouxella x

PINAFORES & CURLS!

Hello Lovelies,

Recently I have been absolutely obsessed with ordering and looking up pinafores online and getting my hands on every type in every style I can find...literally. It is truly an obsession and I think it's safe to say that they will be worn again and again all summer long. They are so easy to wear and to couple with an array of different style tops. I absolutely love the fact that they can be worn very simple and classy with a white shirt or laced blouse but also worn in a more 'funky' 80's/90's way with a colourful striped t-shirt.

After getting my hands on this pinafore I just knew what I wanted to pair it with immediately and I just couldn't wait to finally put it on after a long time of study and college exams,and especially after being stuck in pj's and loungewear. This pinafore is so light and not tight which sometimes can be uncomfortable, I love the way it rounds out at the waist and the simple thick straps with round black buttons to tie it all together. When I saw this online I just knew I had to order it as it is perfect as an everyday pinafore that is just simple and is so versatile.

I paired it with this simple grey roll neck jumper and black thick cosy tights which are my absolute favourite as they last forever and actually keep your legs warm.There is none of those awkward situations of realising half way through the day that you have a big rip on the black leg of your tights.(nothing worse)

Now, I don't know if you're going to believe me with regard to this one but can you believe that these brogues are from penneys? They have absolutely stepped up their game recently with regards to various departments but their shoe collection has just blown me away. I got these a few months back but they still have a few pairs left in a few stores nationwide. They look exactly like the higher end brogues you get from brown thomas and for a mere fraction of the price.(usually €300 upwards) I don't have the smallest feet being over 6ft so when I say they are comfortable then trust me they are.

Pinafore // Boohoo

Grey roll-neck jumper // Penneys/Primark

Black cosy tights // Penneys/Primark

Brown brogues // Penneys/Primark

Moon Watch // Thrift Shop(unable to find online)

Alex and Ani Bracelets (Gold Feather / Blue Zircon Birthstone /Rafaelian Dragonfly)

Hope you liked this outfit post,

Love Rouxella x

Winter Fashion Wishlist

Hello lovelies,

There are so many brands that are giving us serious lust when it comes to wanting to buy everything that they are releasing for their autumn/winter collections.There are vast amounts of coats, skirts, dresses and even dungarees that I absolutely need in my life. Shops such as Primark, Missguided, Zara, New Look have seriously up’d their game for this season. I thought it would be a great time to show you guys and dolls the type of statement pieces I am hoping to get into my wardrobe over the coming weeks and hopefully get to show on the blog soon.

These fashion pieces definitely focus on the theme of autumn/winter as you can see they have a very warm/cosy vibe and they are all those dark/brown and orange colours which I am loving lately.I have been in awe of some of these pieces since I saw them all over Instagram, that is where I get most of my fashion inspiration recently. The babes of Instagram just make you want to buy everything they are wearing.

Recently I find that my style is just always evolving and I do like to match the trends that are in season especially when it comes to autumn and winter as I am all about those burnt/rust colours and the ease of throwing on a jumper and who doesn't love a bit of layering. I have found that making an effort with my style and what I put together makes me feel confident and puts me in a upbeat mood for the day.

Here are a few of the pieces that I have been lusting over;

Primark:

 

Black Rip Turtleneck Top €8.00

Black Lace Insert Crop Top €10.00

Black Long Lapel Midi Waistcoat €18.00

Navy Military Cape Coat €30.00

Tan Faux Fur Knit Cardigan €26.00 

Red Checked Faux Fur Collar Cape Coat €36.00

Natural Faux Fur Stole €15.00

Missguided:

High Neck Split Side Top €25.20

Sanata's Bitch Crop Tee Black €14.00

Cold Night Slogan Dress Blue €21.00

Tall Striped Long Sleeve Shirt Dress Camel €39/20

Marble Effect Racer Crop Top £20(Dont Know in €s)

Christmas Pudding Pj Set Black €25.20

New Look:

Black Ripped Knee Disco Jeans €29.99

Black Denim Ankle Grazer Dungarees €34.99

ZARA:

Halter Neck Jumpsuit with Black Strap €49.95

ASOS:

ASOS A-line Mini Skirt in Camo Print with Button Through €41.18

Stradivarius:

Long Sleeve Lace Shirt €22.95

Suede Baseball Jacket €59.95

Peccary Skirt With Buttons €29.95

Leather-Look Pinafore Dress €29.95

Boohoo:

Aileen Suedette Cropper Biker Jacket Tan €30.00

Samy Shaggy Monogolian Faux Fur Gilet €25.00

Hope you got some fashion inspiration and enjoyed this post,
Love Chelsea x