Monday 31 December 2012

Oh I do love a good hand on hip pose! (OUTFITS OF 2012)


I thought I'd follow suit and do an 'Outfits of 2012' post. As I was collecting images I realised, I am one of those hand on hip girls, but in fairness it slims out my bingo wings!

All of these photos have been taken with either a Blackberry or iPhone camera at my student house in the kitchen, glamourous 'ey ;) Also note that all of these are 'going out' outfits, I don't dress like that for everyday!

Outfit 1
Leotard/body - Primark
Cross shorts - Missguided
Shoes - H&M

Outfit 2
Top - Urban Oufitters
Disco Pants - American Apparel
Shoes - H&M
Outfit 3
Dress - Urban Outfitters
Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Outfit 4
Playsuit - Topshop
Necklace - Dorothy Perkins
Tights - Primark
Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Outfit 5
Top - Topshop
Grey Disco Pants - American Apparel
Shoes - Topshop

Outfit 6
Top - Motel
Belt - Urban Outfitters
Grey Disco Pants - American Apparel
Shoes - Topshop

Outfit 7
Midi dress - H&M
Earrings - Topshop
Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

I have to say my favourite fashion item this year was my black and grey American Apparel Disco Pants!
What was your favourite fashion item of 2012?


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Love Kat
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Sunday 30 December 2012

Beauty Resolutions!

Instead of the usual 'lose 10lbs', 'exercise 3 times a week' or 'spending ban' resolutions this year I'm giving myself beauty resolutions.

1. Invest in a good skin care routine
I previously had serve acne which was treated with a course of Accutane. It's still playing up so I've decided to ditch all my different cleansers, moisturisers and spot creams and stick to one brand. I'm undecided between La Roche Posay or Liz Earle. Any recommendations for oily acne prone skin?


2. Finish 1 lipstick, 1 foundation, 1 blusher, 1 eyeshadow
I have a huge box of make-up that I need to make my way through. I want to finish one  lipstick, foundation, blusher and eyeshadow, I figured I could do this in a year, right?

3. Research products before buying
This is my way of spending less, I have a little impulse buy in Boots and never ending up using it as it will break me out, doesn't suit me or isn't suitable for my oily skin.
I'll be using Temptalia  and MakeUpAlley to read reviews.


Do you have any beauty resoultions?
Love Kat
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Tuesday 25 December 2012

Christmas Eve && Day OOTD && A Very Merry Christmas

I would like to wish all my followers a very merry Christmas, fill your day with family, friends and good food!
I would also like to thank everyone that has followed me so far, your support means a lot to me.


Just thought I'd quickly show you what I wore out last night, Christmas Eve. As myself and two of my friends have to stay in our student house over Christmas as we all work in retail. We decided to join the locals at Oceana and have a few drinks. It's safe to say I have a sore head today! Here is what I wore...
Embroidery detailed midi dress - H&M
Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas
Earrings - Topshop
Lipstick - 17 Deep Secret

This my outfit for Christmas dinner...
Shirt - H&M sale
Skirt - H&M
Tights - Primark
Belt - Urban Outfitters
Earrings - Primark

Hope you all have a lovely day.
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Love Kat
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Sunday 23 December 2012

Carrot Top: L'Oreal Feria in Paprika Power Review


I've never really done a hair blog post before, to be honest I don't use expensive shampoos and conditioner but I thought I'd do a quick review of my hair dye. I've had ginger hair for just under a year, it began with a ginger brown tint that was done at my local salon and then it got brighter and brighter until I became a carrot top! Flash photography make the colour so bright but it's actually more like the picture below in real life.




L'Oreal's Feria hair dye is my choice, the shade is called Paprika Power. It's has the usual two mixtures, the developer and dye, but you also get a capsule of oil which is meant to keep hair healthy and give shine. I just mix and shake then apply all over and leave for 25 minutes like instructed.
I love the vibrant colour it gives but man, my hair is dry after! It goes come with a medium sized hair conditioner in the box, which you can use two or three times, it does take the edge off the dryness.
I get mine from Boots for about £5 or £6.

Pros
Vibrant colour
Lasts ages without fading
Conditioner included
Good price

Cons
Does smell like chemicals, but most dyes do
Does dry hair

Would I recommend it?
YES!

What's your favourite hair dye?
Love Kat
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Sunday 16 December 2012

Lust List: ASOS, Topshop, Yankee Candle


Topshop Tri Lock Merino Clutch - £48
I loved this green clutch as soon as I saw it on the 'New In' section on the website. I thought this would be a nice change from black when wearing a dark coloured outfit. Green not your colour? They have a orange and black version too!

Topshop Lace Overlay Flippy Dress - £48
I am a lover of lace and this nude and black dress is no exception. I think this would be a lovely Christmas Day dress, it's dressy but cute.

ASOS Mongolian Fur Jacket - £80, sale for £48
I've wanted a fur coat for ages but one with shaggy long hair, which is impossible to find on the high street! This one from ASOS is on sale from £80 to £48 - BARGAIN! 

Cherries on Snow Yankee Candle - £15.72
I picked up a small sample candle of this scent a few weeks ago, I'm in love! It smells like cherry drops sweets, I need the bigger size jar ASAP!

What are you lusting after?
Love Kat
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Sunday 9 December 2012

After a try, are they worth a second buy? (November Empties)


I have a love/hate relationship with this concealer. It's extremely thick, which makes it great at covering dark circles, but it creases and it doesn't set so it slides around. I have to set this with a touch of power and just touch up every few hours.
Verdict: No repurchase

I purchased this last year in New York in the shade 1C1 Shell, which is now discontinued :( :( :(
I adore this foundation for nights out so I'm so sad it's gone!
Verdict: Would repurchase if they had the right shade still 

This is my all time favourite perfume, but with a hefty price tag I can't always afford to repurchase. Fingers crossed I receive it as a Christmas present!
Verdict: Repurchase

I've had this shade for ages and just wanted to use it up this month so I could Back 2 MAC. I would say that it doesn't have as much colour pay off as I would of liked!
Verdict: No repurchase

I've worn this foundation for years and repurchased numerous bottles. It's the perfect foundation for oily skin!
Verdict: Repurchase 

This primer is fantastic with all foundations and keeps shine at bay!
Verdict: Repurchase

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Love Kat
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