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

Back to College Fashion Must Haves

Hello Lovelies, It’s that time of year when we all get excited for not really getting back to college unless you’re like me and love college. But it’s that time where we all love to get all our new things whether it being beauty related, fashion related or my favourite..STATIONARY.  For this blogpost I thought it would be perfect to share with ye what fashion basics I will have in my wardrobe which are perfect for college and everyday life. The items which I feel are a staple in my wardrobe. 

I am definitely a person who loves to have the basics and just style them differently. I am definitely an outfit repeater so when I find something which I feel looks amazing and feels comfortable then I wear it and wear it and wear it again. Penneys/Primark is definitely the shop where I buy the majority of my clothes, especially the basics. They are so affordable which is perfect for us students. There are also a few surprises thrown in there aswell(just to spice things up).

1.Check Shirt - No matter what the season I always love my check shirts. They are so easy to style with jeans and a plain t-shirt.  They are also very versatile; you have so many options with regards to how to wear them. You can wear them normally over a plain t-shirt, around your waist and even under a jumper with the collars out. Penneys/Primark is definitely killing it with their check shirts this season as they have them in a variety of colours and styles. // Here

2.Stripped T-Shirts - I have been obsessed with stripes lately. I feel as though they are so stylish and affordable. They are perfect with a pair of jeans to get that perfect casual look. I cannot deny that it always makes me feel like I am a Parisian lady when I wear anything with strips. They are also available in Primark/Penneys at just €5.//Here

3.Blue Denim Skirt - I got this skirt a few weeks back and I am so inlove. They are great for every season as they can be worn with and without tights. And they can be styled with any top, whether you want to wear a baggy jumper, a plain t-shirt or even dress it up with a simple blouse. I got mine from Primark/Penneys but I cant see it on the website so I gave a similar one from topshop. //Here

4.Blue & Black Jeans - The absolute staple in everyone’s wardrobe is of course a pair of jeans. I live in jeans and I always reach for a blue or black pair depending on which pair is washed. Jeans are so easy to style and are so versatile as they can be worn casually or dressed up. 

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5.Tights - I absolutely love wearing skirts in autumn with tights and boots. Tights are a staple for me when it goes into the colder months as you can still get away with wearing your favourite skirts and shorts without the worry of having bare cold legs.  //Here

6.Camel Coat - Now this is the item which is on my autumn wishlist as I came across this coat in New Look last week and it was love at first sight. Such great value for such amazing quality, I can already tell that this season for me is going to be all about Coats and Jackets and this is definitely a piece which must be added to my wardrobe. 

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7.Plain Tee’s - I have so many of these in black, white and even grey. They are so easy to style with either skirts or jeans and also high-waisted shorts. They are so easy to just throw on with a cute necklace and you are ready to go. //Here

8.Turtle/Roll Neck - These are a new addition to my wardrobe as I always thought they would never suit me and they wouldn’t suit my face shape. But since I found them on sale in new-look during the summer I am always adding to my collection in a variety of colours from black to grey and even a nude/beige which I absolutely adore and wear all the time. They will be a life savour in these colder months as they will not only keep my neck warm but they also look very stylish with a leather jacket and a pair of jeans.  //Here

9.Black Boots - Boots are a necessity in the colder months no matter what style, especially when we are coming into these colder months and our footsies will be freezing. I love a pair of black boots as they are so versatile and go with any outfit. Whether you are going to be wearing jeans or even a black skirt with tights, they just look good with everything. These Chelsea boots are available everywhere but I get mine from ShoeZone for a bargain price of €16.99 //Here

10.Bomber Jacket - How obsessed am I with jackets and coats this season? I put all the blame on Sarah Ashcroft. She is an absolute babe, she is a fashion/beauty blogger and posts amazing outfits which make me want to just buy everything she is wearing. I adore the khaki green coloured bombers that are available from misguided and I am totally putting an order in as soon as I go back to college. //Here

11.Scarfs - I absolutely love these scarfs. They are so cosy and easy to just throw on instead of the regular scarfs where you have to wrap it around more than once and I always struggle to get it looking perfect. I always find that the regular scarfs are never thick enough to keep my neck warm whereas these are the perfect thickness without looking bulky. // Here

12.Leather Jacket - I was never one for the leather jacket look until I got this one from Zara. This Leather Jacket is just amazing and I literally wear it any time I leave my house. It makes an effortless casual outfit seem like you actually put in a lot of effort. They can be worn casually during the day but they are also great for dressing up an outfit for that day to night easy look. // Here

I Hope You Enjoyed This Fashion Post,
Love Chelsea x

Mac 'The Matte Lip' Collection Has Me Drooling

For any girls out there like myself that always go for a matte lip and are known for walking straight towards the matte lipstick range then you will be overjoyed to hear that Mac have launched more shades into their ‘Matte Lip Collection’ which includes some already existing lipstick shades but they have also gifted us with new shades which will be added to the permanent collection.

There are two finishes included in this Collection. The general ‘Matte’ range and also the ‘Retro Matte’ .The ‘Retro Matte' is a drier and thinner formula and it also tends to last even longer than the usual Matte finishes. The new shades in my opinion are to die for and they are right up my alley. I love Mac lipsticks as the staying power is outstanding and they are of amazing quality. Since I always go for the matte finish, this collection is a total must for me personally.

This Collection has launched in Mac/Brown Thomas stores nationwide for a retail price of €20. 

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 I thought I'd give you an insight into the collection and let you guys know which shades I am hoping to get my hands on ASAP.

Mac describes this collection as “For those who prefer timeless glamour rather than all-out flash, the sophisticated allure of matte reigns supreme. Now, M∙A∙C expands its offering of this classic suede-like finish with 12 new shades of Matte and Retro Matte Lipstick. These lipsticks promise a pop of colour that will linger on your lips with impressive staying power.”

Runway Hit (Light Nude Matte | Retro Matte | Existing)

Kinda Sexy (Neutral Pinky-Rose | Matte | Existing)

Steady Going (Light Pink Matte | Retro Matte | Existing)

Please Me (Muted-Rosy Pink | Matte | Existing)

Naturally Transformed (Muted Golden Beige | Matte | New)

Velvet Teddy (Deep-Tone Beige | Matte | Existing)

Men Love Mystery (Lavender Violet | Matte| New)

Pink Pigeon (Bright Cleanest Pink | Matte | Existing)

Tropic Tonic (Full Power Coral | Matte | New)

Flat Out Fabulous (Bright Plum Matte | Retro Matte | Existing)

All Fired Up (Bright Fuchsia Matte | Retro Matte | Existing)

D For Danger (Brick Red | Matte | New)

Stone (Muted Greyish Taupe Brown | Matte | New)

Whirl (Dirty Rose | Matte | New)

Persistence (Peachy Cinnamon | Matte | New)

Dangerous (Orange Red Matte | Retro Matte | Existing)

Ruby Woo (Very Matte Vivid Blue-Red | Retro Matte | Existing)

Heroin (Bright Purple | Matte | Existing)

Studded Kiss (Dark Oxblood Red | Matte | Existing)

Antique Velvet (Intense Brown | Matte | New)

Instigator (Deep Blackened Plum | Matte | Existing)

Matte Royal (Deep Blue | Matte | New)

I definitely have my eye on ‘Studded Kiss’. ‘Antique Velvet’ and ‘D For Danger’. I usually don’t tend to get too excited by the Mac collections honestly but the Fall/Autumn Collections that they are launching right now are seriously right up my alley and I am loving all the dark/vampy colours.

I Hope You Enjoyed This Blogpost,

Love Chelsea x

The Body Shop "SPA OF THE WORLD" Collection

Well ladies, The Body Shop have come to the rescue and gave us the ability to treat ourselves and give ourselves that spa feeling in the comforts of our own bathrooms. When I heard about this collection I thought it was a perfect idea as most of us love pampering ourselves. There is nothing better than being able to sit down after a long week and having a major pamper session. And now the amazing people at the ‘The Body Shop’ have given us the opportunity to get that luxurious spa like treatment at home. The concept of this collection is using ingredients from different parts of the world and this collection contains 3 rituals (Relaxing, Revitalise and Blissful).

This Collection includes all the necessities such as a Bath Milk, Creams, Message Oils, Exfoliants, Masks and even a Body Mask Brush. The body shop described this Collection as “WE KNOW THE IMPORTANCE OF ‘ME’ TIME, SO WE’VE CREATED A LUXURIOUS SPA OF THE WORLD™ RANGE INCLUDING BATH MILK, CREAMS, MASSAGE OILS AND EXFOLIANTS. WITH A RELAXING, REVITALISING AND A BLISSFUL RITUAL TO CHOOSE FROM, YOU CAN BRING THAT #SPATHROOM EXPERIENCE DIRECTLY INTO YOUR HOME!” - The Body Shop

SPA OF THE WORLD Egyptian Milk & Honey Bath 250G

First of all, how cute is the litlle wooden spoon it comes with? The formulation in the bag is a powder, you add 2/3 spoonful’s into your bath and this will then foam a little and after a few minutes it turns the water into a milky type consistency. It contains three oil extracts which leaves the skin feeling smooth. The milk ingredient used in this formula is sourced from Egypt and leaves the body and mind in total relaxation mode. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD Massage Oil 170ML

This Massage Oil is available in 4 different scents, each belonging to one of the 3 rituals. All used for relaxing and soothing our body and minds to its full extent.

Thai Lemongrass (Revitalising Ritual)

Thai lemongrass is used for revitalising the body and mind due to its scent which is well known for boosting vitality and awakening the senses. The purpose of this message oil is to use when you want your body and mind to feel re-energised. // Here

French Lavender (Relaxing Ritual)

From the theory of King Charles VI of France and his love of filling his pillows with lavender in order to fall into a deep and peaceful sleep. Lavender is well known for its ability to relax the body and encourage a sense of well-being. // Here

Tahitian Orchid (Blissful Ritual)

This formula is a blend of Vanilla with ylang ylang and also patchouli, which results in a scent which tantalises the senses and entices the body and mind. This oil is meant to leave you in a state of happiness and bliss. //  Here

Polynesian Monoi (Blissful Ritual)

An idea from the women of the Pacific Islands, these women cherished Monoi to get that luscious and glowing skin and hair. A perfect blend of coconut oil and tiare flowers to bring the body and mind to a paradise filled with luxury and bliss. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD Body Clay 200ML

The clay range is used all over the body in order to get rid of any dry skin cells to allow the rejuvenation of new skin cells and to also tighten and firm the skin. There are two types of Body Clay's available:

Moroccan Ehassoul (Revitialising Ritual)

A skin firming body clay which contains Ehassoul Clay. This Ehassoul Clay was treasured by the Moroccan Women. This is a mineral enriched mask and is perfect for allowing the skin to feel more firm and tightened. As it is part of the Revitalise Ritual, it is used to really re-energise the body and mind and leave you feeling refreshed. // Here

Charcoal Body Clay (Relaxing Ritual)

We all know that charcoal is a well-known beauty secret for drawing out all the impurities in the skin. This body clay is used in order to draw out not only the impurities in our skin but the tension and stress we tend to feel now and again. This as a result is meant to leave the body and mind feeling relaxed and really loosen up that tension that tends to build up in our body's overtime. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD SCRUB 350ML

Scrubs are amazing when we want to take off all that dead skin and old tan and even when we want to feel like a new person with baby soft skin. There are 2 different types of Body Scrubs available in the range.

Dead Sea Salt (Revitalising Ritual)

This Scrub contains high mineral content and the salt crystals in this scrub are more on the coarse side so it used for the body and may be too rough for the facial area. It leaves the skin feeling fresher and it really encourages circulation to give that rejuvenated look and feel to the skin. // Here

African Ximenia (Relaxing Ritual)

This body scrub has the ximenia oil from Namibia which is taken from the ximenia fruit seed which results in a rich luxurious oil. Use this exfoliator to truly relax and step into a world full of tranquility. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD Japanese Camellia BODY CREAM 350ML (Relaxing Ritual)

This Body Cream is used to soften and really moisturise the skin from the camellia oil which was taken from the Japanese women in the 8^th century. This body cream hydrates the skin and leaves it feeling nourished while transporting you to a place of relaxation and peace. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD Hawaiian Kukui CREAM 350ML(Blissful Ritual)

This cream is formulated based on the Hawaiian women and there constant exposure to such intense sun rays, the women of Hawaii have for years used the kukui oil in order to keep their skin looking and feeling nourished. This cream is rich, luxurious and leaves the body and mind feeling truly indulged. // Here

SPA OF THE WORLD BODY CLAY BRUSH

This brush is amazing for us ladies/gents that love to indulge just a little bit extra and prefer to use a brush to apply creams and clays. This is perfect for that ultimate spa feeling and for us ladies/gents that hate getting their fingers and nails into their creams and clays. // Here

(DISCLAIMER: All photos are taken from the body shop website.) To check out any of the products mentioned make sure ye go over to The Body Shop website. // Here

Hope ye enjoyed this post,

Love Chelsea x

The Perfect Pout!

Hello Lovelies,

When doing my makeup on a typical day I usually tend to use just a lip balm or gloss because I am normally in a rush due to being a typical girl I tend to get carried away when listening to music and I end up taking forever. But recently I have been really into doing my mauvey/nude lip, whenever I do this lip I always end up loving it and I always tend to go for this combo.

I cannot deny that this lip look is inspired by the amazing Kylie Jenner. Her lip colour is always on point and it gives me seriousl lip inspiration whenever I see her snapchats and her pictures on Instagram. We all know by now that she is known for that bold mauvey lip .

The higher ended Lipliner I use is from Mac of course and it is in the shade ‘Whirl’.This Lipliner is very well hyped in the beauty community.When I was actually buying this Lipliner it was recommend by the makeup artist as being one of the Lipliners that Kylie uses. It is definitely more brown toned instead of pink and it is just perfect in my opinion for really giving shape to your lips. I love this shade as it gives more dimension to the lips instead of being just a one coloured nude all over. This Lipliner lasts ages and it is so easy to use. It glides onto the lips very smoothly but it isn’t too creamy to the point where it just spreads all over the lips.

 Mac Whirl Lipliner // Here

The lipstick I have absolutely obsessing over is the Penneys/Primark lipstick in a nude shade. This lipstick doesn't have a name unfortunately but it is the only nude that is available in the range I believe. Can we just take a minute to appreciate the gold packaging? The packaging is just so luxurious and the quality is very sturdy. I would seriously buy the whole range that they have available just because of the packaging. I am insanely impressed with the emphasis to detail they have put into their packaging. For example, the way you can see the shade of the lipstick at the bottom of the lipstick packaging. The lipstick has a matte finish and the longevity of this lipstick is definitely good for such an affordable price. Can you believe this lipstick only costs €2? Definitely a must have! 

Penneys/Primark Nude Lipstick // Here

I would definitely recommend you guys to go check out these two lip products as they are a major must have for me! Hope you guys enjoyed this blogpost.

Love Chelsea x

How Much Does Your Perfume Describe You? featuring ZARA.

Hello Lovelies,

So as you might know if you follow me on Instagram(which you totally should). I was in Dublin recently and Dublin is possibly the best place in the whole of Ireland for shopping, especially because there was sales on EVERYWHERE. I seriously scored some bargains, especially in Zara and Mango. These are shops I wouldn’t shop in frequently as Zara is quite expensive and there's no Mango where I live unfortunately. But anyway, on our last day in Dublin we went back into Zara for the 5^th time that weekend and we spotted the perfume isle.

Now if you know me and my perfume ways, I am 'that girl' that goes into Brown Thomas and Boots and just sprays all the perfumes I can get my hands on. I was blown away by not only the amazing scents they have in Zara but also the price, they look so luxurious yet they are so affordable.

My eyes darted straight for a range of perfumes that have different quotes printed on the bottle. Every bottle has a different quote and is also a different colour. I just loved this idea because you could not only purchase a scent which matches you perfectly but you can also get a saying//quote which might describe you in a more personal way or even one that you think is cute or fun.

I just had to get my hands on these perfumes, After smelling all the scents they have on offer over and over again I ended up purchasing 'Don't Over Think It'. Now I was definitely lucky in relation to the fact that this perfume I purchased stood out so much to me because of the quote which is printed on the bottle. The best way to describe it would definitely be when we find ourselves scrolling through Instagram or Pinterest and you come across a quote which just describes how you are feeling at that moment in time.

 I am definitely a person who over thinks everything, even the littlest things. It is definitely something which I am known for and I feel as though instead of portraying it as something that is a weakness of mine, I feel as though I can embrace it because it is a part of me and I can’t change it. The scent of this is quite summery and sweet but not overly sweet like the scents I usually go for. The scent is described in 3 sections:

Top: Pear: Mandarin and Grapefruit.

Heart: Rose and Ylang Ylang.

Base: Gedar and Musk.

The longevity of these perfumes are outstanding.What I love most about these perfumes is you can get those moments when the scent of the perfume just seems to intensify for a quick second at random intervals throughout the day, and this could be at the end of the night when my normal perfumes are usually long worn off. These perfumes are super inexpensive and I also got it on sale at just €5.99 when usually I think they are around €7.99. These are perfect for treating others to or even yourself. I would totally push you to check them out in stores before they are gone.

Other Perfumes in the Collection:

Love Doesn't Lie Eau de Toilette 100ml 

Friday Forever Eau de Toilette 100ml

One Time Lover Eau de Toilette 100ml

Hope You Enjoyed This Post,
Love Chelsea x

Motivational Monday: Cinnamon and Honey Granola

Hello Lovelies,

I thought it was about time I showed you lovelies some of my favourite healthy recipes and this came at a perfect time as lately I have been really craving some granola and I didn’t want to buy a store bought one because they are so high in sugar. That is definitely a big tip from me when you are trying to be healthy is to be aware of the hidden sugars in granola and other cereals which are labelled as being ‘healthy’. Even the cereals which people would assume to be one of the ‘healthier’ cereals available to buy in the supermarket are actually incredibly high in sugar. I would totally recommend trying out this amazing recipe which I adapted from the insanely talented and beautiful Deliciously Ella. I changed a few things in order to meet my own preferences and what I had available in my cupboards.

What I love most about any oat/granola recipe is the fact that you can adapt the most basic recipe to meet what you yourself like in your granola and really experiment with many different flavours, fruits and nuts. This recipe is very basic and you can add and subtract whatever you like. It is perfect for those mornings when you just want something quick and easy yet something which will fill you up and is very nutritious.  Paired with some Greek Yogurt and your favourite fruits and that’s all there is to it.

The Walnuts and Almonds provide such great nutritious benefits by providing you with some protein, omega 3’s and also Vitamin E. Linseeds will provide you with some essential minerals such as phosphorous, magnesium etc. Linseeds are incredibly high in fibre and are great for improving digestion, reducing any bloating you may feel on a regular basis and on top of that they help with improving heart health. I am obsessed with cinnamon so the fact that I can make this the main flavour of this granola is like music to my ears, Cinnamon is great for lowering blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart disease. And of course the natural sweetener I like to use is honey; you could also use agave or maple syrup.

Recipe:

1 ½ Cups of Oats

½ Cup of Chopped Almonds

½ Cup of Crushed Walnuts

1 ½ Tablespoons of Coconut Oil

1 ½ Tablespoons of Ground Cinnamon

1 ½ Tablespoons of Honey

1/4 Cup Linseeds

Handful of Raisins

Method:

1. I would definitely recommend before you start anything to weigh out all your ingredients and have them laid out in front of you, this just makes it easier when mixing everything together and I feel as though it cuts down on time.
2. Pre-heat your oven to 180 Degrees Celsius.
3. Put your oats, nuts and any seeds into a mixing bowl and whisk them all together.
4. In a saucepan, melt your coconut oil. When your coconut oil is melted down then you can add in your honey and cinnamon and mix well.
5. Make a hollow in the centre of the oat and nut mixture and add in the wet ingredients. Mix well until everything is incorporated and it should be slightly sticky.
6. Lay out the mixture on a baking tray evenly and put into the middle of your preheated oven for 30-40 minutes. It is key to check the granola every 10/15 minutes and mix it to make sure the top doesn’t burn.

My Top 10 Drugstore Beauty Products!

Hello lovelies,
As ye should know by now I am a major drugstore junkie. I am a sucker for boots sales and I always get caught when I say "I'm only going to go in there for a quick browse". I thought it'd be a great idea to show you what things I love that are from the drugstore and these are things I seriously can't leave without. I have been repurchasing these specific products for months and even years now. Everybody loves a great bargain and we most certainly get that when it comes to drugstore makeup. The makeup brands that we see in the drugstore have come such a long way in recent years and have really stepped up their game. The number of drugstore brands such as Rimmel, Maybelline, Seventeen ect that have come up with dupes to those higher end brands is just music to our ears.

Lets start of with base shall we?

 St Ives Invigorating Apricot Scrub - This is a scrub I use daily to get all that grim off my face that we all feel builds up especially in these warmer months. This scrub has definitely changed my skin and I couldn't live without it. It has been well hyped all over the internet and it definitely lives up to all expectations. I love using a scrub at night as I feel after a long day our skin really needs something that will gentle exfoliate the skin without being too harsh, a product to invigorate the skin and get those blood cells pumping in order to stop any dullness that may occur and of course avoid any build up of dead skin cells around the face especially in the T zone area where we tend to produce more oil.

 St Ives Invigorating Apricot Scrub €5.79 // Here

L'Oreal MLumi Magique Illuminating Highlighting Base/Primer  - This illuminating face primer is definitely a hidden gem of mine. It is perfect for those days/nights when you want a real glow to the skin without looking like a disco ball. This primer is a runny type consistency and it also has a white payoff without giving a white cast to the face. It is a very illuminating primer without having big chunks of glitter in it. I love using illuminating primers as I still haven't found a foundation that is meant to give a glow to the skin without making me look oily. My trick is to use an illuminating primer with a matte foundation and then over top use more highlighter than I usually would whether that is a cream or a powder.

L'Orèal Lumi Magique Illuminating Highlighting Base /Primer €14.99 // Here

Maybelline 24Hour Pro Matte Foundation - Now if you've seen my Living For It Friday Blogpost then you know how much I have raved about this foundation. This foundation is definitely the best foundation to come out of the drugstore in my opinion. For us girls that love our high coverage but could never seem to get that with drugstore foundations, Maybelline have come to save the day. It is definitely a foundation that is matte and if you have any dryness on the skin you must make sure your skin is well prepped and moisturised. With most foundations that are labelled matte you would think "flat" but in no way is this foundation flat, it almost has this underlying dew to it which just makes your skin look so flawless.

Maybelline 24Hour Pro Matte Foundation €12.29 // Here

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder - If you haven't tried this powder before then I seriously don't know where you have been hibernating for the last few years. This is 100% the best drugstore setting powder invented. For any oily girls out there this is a life savior, I tend to get oily around my T-Zone whenever I have foundation on. After a few hours wear we all tend to get a little oily and this just stops any of this. I never seem to have to powder repeatedly throughout the day with this powder. It locks my foundation in place all day and keeps it looking flawless and zero shine. This is the perfect powder for both everyday wear and also for those late night outs.

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder €4.99 // Here

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in 'Milk'- Last year when I found out that NYX was going to be stocked in Ireland it was definitely music to my ears. I have been obsessed with the whole NYX range for ages now and their Jumbo Eye Pencils are definitely my top purchased product. This shade milk is the perfect first purchase of Nyx in my opinion. It is the most amazing base for eyeshadow as it keeps it lasting way longer than if you were to not use any base. It also is a white shade so it brings out the true colour of the eyeshadow and really intensifies the colour of the shadow you are using. It seriously makes any eyeshadow shade x10 times more pigmented than what you would generally get from an shadow.

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in 'Milk' €4.99 // Here

Sleek Eyebrow Kit in 'Light'- This is my far the most well used product I have in my makeup collection by a mile. This eyebrow kit has both a wax side and a powder side to set the wax in place and to make sure it stays in place all day.This brow kit is a dupe for the 'Benefit Eyebrow Kit'. Its is such an inexpensive kit for the insane quality you get. This kit comes in 4 shades (Light, Dark, Extra Dark, Black) and it is perfect for creating both a natural everyday brow and also for that well defined brow. The wax goes through the brows very smoothly and doesn't make the brows look clumpy. This sleek kit also comes with a mini angled synthetic brow brush, a rounded synthetic brow brush and also a mini tweezers.(How adorable right?)

Sleek Eyebrow Kit in 'Light' €10.99 // Here

Bourjois Bronzing Primer Mouse - I purchased this product quite awhile ago and I just can't get enough. The bronzing primer can be used both under your base as a primer for the bronzer and over the base makeup. This is perfect for those days when you want that natural bronzed makeup look without having the look of any powder sitting on the skin. If you are a contour lover like myself then you will be very happy to hear that this is perfect for sculpting out those cheek bones. This is such a universal product as you can use it all over the body, a tip when using this product is to mix some of the mouse with your regular body moisturiser, this gives such a natural bronzed glow to the skin. Another dupe? Oh yes, If you're looking for a much more affordable alternative to the 'Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel' which is €39 then this is a perfect product for you.

Bourjois Bronzing Primer Mouse €12.99 // Here

NYX Matte Lipstick 'Natural Mauve'- The NYX Matte Lipstick range is just amazing. The longevity and pigmentation of these lipsticks is just out of this world. They last so long on the lips and the range of colours that are available is just mind blowing. Whether you are the type of girl who goes for the more mauvey/brown shades or the type of girl who likes the bright shades they have the perfect colours. This is by far my favourite shade in the range, It is definitely the well known 'Kylie Jenner' shade and I am obsessed. It goes onto the lips very smoothly and even though it is a matte lipstick it doesn't stick or bring out any dry areas of the lips.

NYX Matte Lipstick 'Natural Mauve' €7.49 // Here

Wet n Wild Mega Last Lipstick 'Bare It All'- Wet n Wild is defintiely a brand which have just blown me away. Their products are so inexpensive but most importantly, they give you such value for money with their amazing pigmentation and array of different products. This lipstick is definitely my most used Wet n Wild product. Again it is my favourite mauvey/brown shade and it is a well known dupe for the 'Mac Blankety'. This lipstick lasts ages and I love how different the top of the lipstick is compared to your average triangle shaped lipstick. It goes onto the lips so easily and this range of lipsticks provide a huge array of shades from your vampy/dark colours all the way to the nudey/pinks. 

Wet n Wild Lipstick 'Bare It All' €2.99 // Here

Rimmel Liquid Eyeliner in 'Black Glamour'- This liquid eyeliner has been in the collection for years and I have repurchased this product way too many times to even count. It has an amazing longevity and most importantly, the colour payoff is extremely black. The brush is very thin so this makes it easy to get your preferred eyeliner width, whether you are going for that thin everyday liner or whether you are going for that strong and bold liner. This is the perfect liquid eyeliner and I don't have any reason to go and buy a more expensive one.

Rimmel Liquid Eyeliner in 'Black Glamour' €6.99 // Here

Hope Ye Enjoyed This Post,

Love Chelsea x

Morning Essentials: SUMMER EDITION

Hello lovelies,

I thought it was about time I showed you guys what I like to have every morning to make sure I start my day right! I do think if we wake in a good mood and have a few of our favourite essentials things in the morning then it starts our day on a good note and we carry that upbeat mood with us throughout the day. These are just a few of the things I enjoy having in the morning or things that I feel are a necessity to get me in that 'LETS DO THIS' attitude!

Since it's been so warm here in Ireland recently I have been loving this face mist 'Thermal Spring Water Spray' by La Roche-Posay. It just gives my face the water and hydration it needs in the morning since I don't like to use a moisturiser unless I'm going to be putting makeup on that day. This is perfect for giving your face that cool down effect and would be perfect for people that are going abroad also. Its so lightweight since it's just a mist and distributes very evenly over the face. I also love this for over my makeup if I feel as though my makeup looks too powdery, It almost gives life to the face and gives that natural dewy look to the face as I feel it really emphasizes my highlight without looking like a disco ball.

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My to die for scent that I literally spray 3 to 4 times a day, not because it doesn't last..because it does! But because it just smells so light and not over powering, It's great for that 'everyday scent' and almost makes me feel relaxed. I got this French Connection Body Spray quite a while ago but I just never used it. It's such a different type of scent to my usual fruity perfumes but its very addictive. It is described as having hints of vanilla, oriental and floral notes. This describes this scent perfectly.As you can tell I am obsessed and in need of a new bottle. 

I have been really into magazines lately(...turning into my mother). I love looking at the beauty and fashion sections mostly. My favourite magazine lately has hands down been the U Magazine which is an Irish Magazine, Woohoo. And it's only €1.70, I'd love to be buying Elle more frequently but they are just so expensive. The fashion section in the U Magazine is just to die for, they have it colour co-ordinated to show different pieces in that one colour. I also love the Pippa O' Connor section that she does for the magazine where she shows a few of her favourite things, she's a serious goddess! If I have read all my magazines then I just love to use my bush tablet to look up online magazines such as 'Stylist'.

A must for most people every morning is some type of beverage, I like to start my day off with something warm to really make me feel relaxed and at ease. I would either have a Hot Lemon Water which I have been having a lot lately. Starting your day with a lemon water detoxifies the body and helps with clearing out any toxins from our system and also helps with digestion. If I feel I'm going to have a long day or if I'm going to be busy with college I do love my Nescafè Gold Blend Coffee. And when I do have my coffee I go big with my mug which is a huge christmas mug I got a few years back in Belgium, go big or go home right?

For the mornings when I don't have a full shower I love having a quick body shower to wake me up. I've been loving this 'Radox Spa Enriched Shower Cream'. It has Hibiscus, Frangipani and Coconut Oil infused into it and the Coconut scent is so relaxing in the morning. This shower cream really does leave my skin feeling so nourished and soft. The spa range from Radox is outstanding and it really does make you feel like you're in a spa with their wide array of scents.

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Now what kind of morning would it be without my trusty 'Tangle Teezer'. To the creater of this brush I applaud you to the moon and back. This brush has been a god sent for my hair and it really does feel like I'm not damaging my hair when it's being brushed. I use this on both wet and dry hair and I really do swear by this product. I have had this one for over a year now even longer and I am in need of a new one as their after launching ones with the cutest designs. Also got to have some 'Bobby Pins' of course which are forever going missing.

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Hope ye enjoyed this blogpost,
Love Chelsea x

The Summer Geranium Nail Inspiration

Hello lovelies,

Recently I have been majorly obsessed with painting my nails and I have been on the hunt for more nail polishes as I am running out of summer colours in my collection. I was helping my mother recently with her garden ( really just watching her do everything) and I just had to take a picture of her Geraniums which she has in a window box in the front of our house. The picture just came out so beautifully with the rain drops on the petals.

This gave me major inspiration to search my collection for a shade which is near enough in colour. I did have a maybelline nail polish colour  in 'Orange Attack' // Here but it does tend to leave a bit of a tint on the nails when removing the nail polish. I did a bit of noising in my mothers nail polish collection as she is always painting her nails. I found this amazing Clinique nail polish, the range is called 'A Different Nail Enamel' and the shade is 'Summer In The City'. I have no idea if this is a recent purchase or if it's from a few months back but what I do know is that it is just the most beautiful orange summer shade with that hint of coral thrown in there too. 

As you can see by the picture, the colour is almost identical to the flowers. It goes on so smoothly with a max of two coats just to get that full pigmentation but in my opinion you could get away with one good/generous coat. But of course I have to do two because I love that high pigmentation pay off and it also helps with the longevity of the nail polish. I do feel as though this doesn't last a whole week without any chipping but it definitely lasts 3/4 days. There is also no tinting of the nails when removing the polish which I am so happy about as this does tend to happen with some polishes that are such a bright colour. Another bonus you ask? It drys amazingly quick.

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I hope ye enjoyed this blogpost,

Love Chelsea x