Posh hair!!

 

I've just had my hair done properly at a salon for the first time and I absolutely love it now!! I got it coloured to a neutral, natural looking blonde colour a few shades lighter than my natural colour along with a wash, cut and blowdry- including a cheeky head massage whilst sat in the massage chair with my feet up during the washing process!

I went to a salon called George's where my Mum and Auntie go and they were the nicest ever, if you live in the area definitely go and I have a recommend a friend discount I can give you too!!

I'm going again on Saturday for my complimentary blowdry and style before I leave for uni on Sunday- not even started getting ready yet, but just thought I'd do a quick post on my new do!!

Where do you get your hair done and what do you have done when you're there??
 

Em x

My Memory Jar

This is completely different to what I normally post but you know I like to switch it up a bit!

 

At the start of the new year, I vowed to myself that I would make a note of everything good that happens to me throughout the year so I can look back on it at the end of the year and smile at all the memories I've made in only one year.

I saw this idea on tumblr probably like 2 years ago but it just stuck with me (along with the newspaper nail art that I still haven't got round to trying).

 

Basically I just found an empty jar (or if you can't find one, I used my favourite mug for a while) and every time I've had a nice day or something good has happened to me or I just feel good, I write down the date on a post-it note or piece of paper along with what made my day, fold it up and stick it in the jar.

I've found this to be a particularly good year to do this as I have had a very rocky time, especially throughout January and the start of the year, but now I get to look back and not focus on those difficult times and only the positive things that have happened. It's good to recall important events too, such as the date I found out I was officially going to uni after so much drama about that, and just whenever I've made an effort to go out with friends and we've ended up having the biggest laugh!

 

Just thought I'd share this idea with you in case any of you want to do it as well. Even though it's not new year, it's a fresh start for me starting uni in just over a week and you can decide to change your outlook whenever you want to.

 

Hope you liked this slightly different post, I'd love to know what kind of things you do to stay positive/be sentimental.

 

Em x

Autumn Wishlist: Fashion

 

 

Clockwise from top: Grey Jumper | Topshop Lace Up Worker Boots | Grey Boyfriend Tshirt | Burgundy Textured Skater Skirt | Heart Print Tshirt | Grey Sweater | Heart Print Shirt | Leather Look Skater Skirt

 

As I leave for uni this time in 2 weeks, I am in desperate need of clothes for the new season and also so I can last longer before I have to do my washing!! Here are some things I've been lusting after, and you might be able to tell they're all budget-friendly (except for the boots) so I think I might actually get my hands on some of these soon.

 

As you may be able to tell, I'm not a major fan of colour, especially in the Autumn/Winter and all of these I think can be worn whether I'm off to a lecture or trying to make myself feel less hungover as I embark on my way to the shops to pick up juice.

 

My favourite are the boots, I had a pair similar two years ago but they were beige and suede and even when they fell apart I got another pair straight away which lasted me just through until winter last year so I need my next replacements. They're just so easy to wear with my usual style of leggings and can toughen up a dress and these not being suede might last a bit longer and be more useful in the rain. They're also fur lined so they'd be super cosy to wear with tights, yay!

 

I've thrown in a couple of jumpers to layer up when the colder weather comes and I can wear these with the skater skirts that I've included. I love the burgundy colour but this also comes in dark green which I love and a few other colours so I think I'll end up getting a few of these.

 

I've also got my eye on the infamous £5 Primark skater dresses that come in similar colours but they're not online, they seem just so quick to throw on and then you've got like a whole outfit, perfect if I wake up late and have to go into uni.

 

The tshirts are again very easy to wear with leggings (if you get it in a size up so it's a bit baggier) and also jeans and tucked into skirts, but the shirt is probably my favourite clothing item. It's so my style, worn done up over leggings or tucked into disco pants, the heart print is so cute so it doesn't look too smart either.

 

What have you got your eye on for Autumn?

Also, ust a quick question, I'm thinking about getting the Topshop Leigh jeans (way behind the bandwagon, I know) and wondered if any of you would recommend them for the price??

 

Hope you're all good and looking forward to Autumn and Winter like I am!

 

Em x

Autumn Wishlist: Beauty

 

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24HR in On and On Bronze | MAC Custom Palette Eye Shadow x 15 | Revlon Colorstay Makeup for Combination/Oily Skin in Ivory | Real Techniques Starter Set | Alpha H Liquid Gold

 

With every new season, I find myself lusting after many new products. As I'm hoping to be off to uni this month (still waiting to see if I can have accommodation in halls- stress), a whole lot of new stuff needs to be bought, including make up and clothes- fashion wishlist coming soon, so these are some of things I want for Autumn/Uni.

 

I loooove my Maybelline Color Tattoo in Tough as Taupe and it is a perfect neutral/Autumn colour but everyone has On and On Bronze and it's such a wearable colour so I really want to try this in the Autumn.

 

Secondly, and probably the thing I want the most out of everything, is my own MAC palette. I'm sure you all know that you can build your own palettes to include colours that you like and will wear but it is a very long and expensive process. I'm sure everyone has had the dream to own one of these babies. The colours I'd choose are listed below the palette which I was able to select on the MAC website so if you want to pretend to live the dream, definitely check that out!

 

The Revlon Colorstay Foundation is something I've wanted for a while but recently, I've noticed more and more people talking about it and it seems as though it is a sign for me to get it. I like a foundation with good coverage as you know I have troubled skin that has had to deal with horrible spots for many years and I've heard such good things about it. If you have tried this, do let me know what you think, it's slightly more expensive than a normal foundation that I would go for so I want to make sure I'll definitely like it before I buy it.

 

My relationship with Real Techniques brushes, I feel, will be an everlasting one and as I'm getting more and more into eye make up, the starter set is definitely on my wishlist. I like how each brush has a specific purpose but you can still use them for whatever you like too as they're so versatile. Such good brushes and I highly recommend trying them if you want to kick start your brush collection.

 

Finally, I still want to try Alpha H Liquid Gold. I'm not sure if many people use this anymore but about a year ago this was one of the most hyped up products on the internet and the idea that something could make a difference to my skin so quickly is something I'm very interested in. I still haven't found anything that will sort my skin out, despite my love for the Boots Tea Tree and Witch Hazel range, but I think my skin must have just got used to it a bit as it's not working as well anymore. So, I'm after some Alpha H and anything else you can recommend to me?!

 

What's on your Autumn wishlist??