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Just Black and White…

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Hey lovlies

Today I’m taking the girls into the city for hair cuts then coffee (for me) and cake (for them).

I’m wearing my trusty stretch jeans and a relaxed white shirt
The fabric of this is designed to look creased, having one less garment to iron makes it a winner in my eyes
My heels are the KK Alivia Black Crocs which I adore
I feel like any outfits looks far more put together when I wear them
My watch is Daniel Wellington. I’ve seen so many blog posts featuring these watches and they really are fantastic.
With a large white face and classic design they really do compliment any outfit

OUTFIT

White Relaxed Cross Front Shirt COTTON:ON
Ripped Knee Black Stretch Jeans H&M
Alivia Black CROC Heels Kardashian Shoes
Long Strap Black Leather bag (strap taken off and used as clutch) TOPSHOP
Classic Sheffield Lady’s Watch Daniel Wellington
Black Wide Brim Hat Live Clothing
Gold Detail Aviator Sunglasses FOREVER NEW
Necklace Lovisa
Rings Pandora

Have a fantastic weekend gorgeous people whatever you’re upto.

Just a Jumper Dress…

Is there anything easier to wear than a jumper dress?

To me the pro’s of a one item outfit are many…
Not worrying about coordination or accessories and feeling put together and smart to name a few.
I have missed wearing dresses as Sienna is still feeding, however she has cut down her feeding so much that during the day I now have some freedom back in my outfit choices.
August means Australian Winter is in full force and there are many rainy days.
It is not cold, like U.K Winter cold but it can still be pretty chilly
These jumper dresses with a cowl neck have been re-released for a few years now
Versatile and flattering
A great piece that you can wear with a biker jacket, a denim jacket or a scarf and completely change the look

OUTFIT

Black Knitted Roll Neck Jumper Dress H&M
Anthea Black Ankle boots FOREVER NEW
Rings Pandora

MAKEUP

Covergirl Ready Set Flawless Foundation Covergirl
M.A.C Pro-longwear Concealer M.A.C
NYX Studio Finishing Powder – Translucent Target
Aquatic Treasures Summer Bronzing Compact Clarins
M.A.C Pinch o Peach Blush M.A.C
L’oread Miss Manga Mascara Boots
Urban Decay Whiskey 24/7 Eye Liner MECCA
e.l.f Brow powder in Light e.l.f
thebalm Mary Lou Lumanizer Highlighting Powder ASOS

Hope you are all well

Have a great week

Just Add A Pop Of Colour

OUTFIT

Ombre Chiffon Top ally

Black Tube Skirt H&M

Primark Black Barely There Sandals

Hello Gorgeous People, I hope Tuesday has been good to you. Just a quick outfit post today.

This Ombre top is a light weight chiffon material that can be thrown over anything. It was pretty long at the back in a hi-lo situation, which looks fantastic on some people but I just can’t pull that off with my tiny torso so my Mum is Law altered this to make the hem at the back only slightly longer than the front. What that woman can do with a sewing machine is amazing!
I love this peppermint shade, It flatters most skin tones and looks great with similar sugary shades, white and black.

Tube skirts have been out for quite some time.
Great in the heat and with leggings in the cooler weather.
They are easy to wear, comfy and work just as well with heels and flats.

Primary sandals I’ve had a few years now but you can pick this style up anywhere now.
The front strap is slightly thicker than the ankle strap so you don’t feel as though your toes are being cut off and they’re simple enough to work with most outfits.

As the seasons change it’s easy to be drawn into the new colours and prints in every high street shop, spend way too much money on ‘in trend’ items, that without heat stroke (or frostbite) you may never have purchased…

Try to be shopping savvy, invest in pieces that you can pull out year after year.
Key items that you know will always look good on you and make you feel pretty.
Then budget in a scarf or a few tops in the colour or print of the moment
That way you still look bang on trend at a fraction of the cost
And have clothing you still want to wear 6 months down the line

Thanks for reading guys

Have a gorgeous week

Just a Leather Jacket and Joni’s Kinda day…

‘Move to Australia” they said
‘The weather is gorgeous” they said…

These overcast dull days mean that layering is not just a fashion statement, it is a must!
When we leave on the school run it is cold, sometimes wet and windy,
however by lunch time the sun is out and it is positively lovely
Today I opted for Soft stretch jeans and a knitted sleeveless vest
Ankle boots and my trusty leather biker jacket

A leather jacket if you find one you adore, will last for years, they can be dressed up or down, go with literally everything and never go out of style

Yes finding a pair of jeans you not only love but that love you back is a mission but again once you find them thats a match made in denim clad heaven.

I love me some black ankle boots, flat or heeled they are a no brainer.

OUTFIT
Acid Wash Joni Jeans TOPSHOP
Knitted black Singlet H&M
Black Anthea Ankle boots FOREVER NEW
Black long strap bag TOPSHOP
Check Scarf FOREVER NEW
Black Leather Biker Jacket ALL SAINTS
Belle Aviator mirrored sunglasses COTTON:ON

Necklace TOPSHOP
Bracelets and Rings Pandora

MAKEUP

Covergirl Ready Set Gorgeous Foundation Covergirl
Pro-longwear concealer M.A.C
Eyebrow duo in Light e.l.f
Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette MECCA
L’oread Miss Manga Mascara Boots
Bronzing Powder in Matt Bronze M.A.C
Milani Blush in Luminoso MILANI
NYX Studio Finishing Powder – Translucent Target
thebalm Mary-Lou Lumanizer Highlighting Powder ASOS
Plink! Lipstick M.A.C

What are your ‘go to’ pieces and how do you team them up?

Thanks for reading, as always, and If you have any advice, comments or suggestions please feel free to leave them below. I’d love to hear from you

Have a great day you beautiful lot.

When M.U.A’s Play…

I’m a big fan of natural makeup, but sometimes it’s nice to glam things up, just because it’s a Thursday
– or just because you went to see Rihanna and now feel every bit the empowered siren!
It’s so easy to get stuck in a makeup rut, wearing the same shades and tones,
(I am a naked basics girl 90% of the time)
However I thought I would share this look that a M.U.A friend of mine did for me.

@ came round and we had a fab girly day
Involving hot chocolate, online shopping, more coffee than should really be consumed and make overs
The resulting look a beautiful, but more importantly wearable orange eye and flawless skin.

Starting with M.A.C Paint Pot in Painterly as a base all over the lid
then going straight in with a vibrant orange from Sleek I-DIVINE EYESHADOW PALETTE IN ULTRA MATTES V1 over the top, patting, blending, repeat until the colour popped
The same shade was taken under the lid for balance
The rest of the eye is exactly the same as I usually wear
A warm toned brown above the crease, I love my M.A.C Bronzing Powder in Matte Bronze for this
M.A.C Pro Long wear Eyeshadow in Make Your Mark in the crease as well as the outer corners
Then finished with a liquid liner and black mascara
My base is Chanel Vitalumiere
With M.A.C Select Coverup Concealer under my eyes, blended well
To contour Shauna used M.A.C Select Cover-up concealer 2 shades darker than my skin tone which gave such a subtle blend-able contour that looks incredibly natural
Finishing off with M.A.C Mineralise Skin Finish in Light under eye and through the T zone and then M.A.C Mineralise Skin Finish in Medium Plus over the contour and around the perimeters of the face.
I absolutely love the finished look and think the orange works wonders with my blue eyes.