Monthly Favourites | February ♡

It's been forever since I did a monthly faves post and I tried/bought a couple new things in the month of February that I thought I would share with you guys! 

I'm currently sat in work dreaming of being anywhere hot and sunny and chilled out.

Maybe Greece? Or Bali? Or even Bora Bora, if I could afford it..

Anyway, what was I talking about? Oh yeah, my monthly faves that unfortunately do not include anywhere hot or sunny.



1. This dress

It's so pretty and cute and girly and I JUST LOVE IT.

I attended my boyfriend's best friend's 21st birthday bash last weekend and it was a black tie event (which I was totally freaking out over because I don't do posh and fancy clothes let alone events..) so I decided to treat myself to a brand new dress because I deserve it and who else is going to treat me, right?

I decided to play it safe and opted for a black and white number and I also went for short because I'm short and I'm not really sure how I feel about long tight ballgown-like dresses tbh.

2. These Skinny Dip iphone cases 

Way too pink and cute to resist so they SOMEHOW ended up in my basket and then arrived at my doorstep a few days later.

I love anything pink and glittery so the fact that both of these phone cases are pink and glittery, well, I think that speaks for itself really.

3. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Possibly my favourite things in the whole world? Although I do say that about pretty much everything..

I finally caved and tried the Reese's Peanut Butter one and it was delightful! Also, an ongoing fave is the original iced ring doughnut because I'm plain and boring like that.

4. Barry M Nail Polish (Cappuccino)

I've had this shade in my collection for some time now and I decided to 're-discover' it (if you like) last month and I completely fell in love with the colour all over again.

It's a gorgeous purple/brown/ash toned colour that I felt like looked really nice.

5. This Cord Pinafore Dress from Topshop

YAY! I finally have this dress in my wardrobe and I'm so excited I think I've worn it every day that I possibly can.

I don't normally go for pink items of clothing (even though I love pink) but I saw this quite a few months back and it was like love at first sight. I feel like I should maybe buy more clothes in this colour and be a little more daring.

What were your monthly favourites for the month of February?xoxo

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Mother's Day Gift Guide ♡ (6th March)

Mother's Day is just around the corner so I have put together a little gift guide for those of you who are stuck for ideas. I love spoiling my mum and treating her on Mother's Day and this year my sister and I will be gifting her with some jewellery from Pandora (in case any of you were wondering..).

1. M&S Mother's Day Pretty Lovely Bouquet - £30

2. Pandora Motherly Love Openwork Charm - £30

3. Thorntons Continental Chocolate Heart - £25

4. A DVD of some sort - £3-14.99

5. M&S Oudinot Rosé Pink Champagne - £23
6. Not on the Highstreet Mother's Day Mug - £12.95
7. Dorothy Perkins Nude Twist Petal Back Jumper - £22
8. Casetify Mother Day Green Frame iPhone/iPod Case - £24.96
9. Ted Baker Ethereal Posie Leather Matinee Purse - £85
10. Cath Kidston Box Cosmetic Bag, Spring Bouquet - £12
11. No.7 Stay Perfect Eyeshadow Quad - £10.50
12. Miss Selfridge Dove Grey Check Scarf - £16
13.Yankee Candle Soft Blanket (Large Jar) - £21.99

What will you be gifting your mum with this Mother's Day?xoxo

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Nars Sheer Glow Foundation | Review ♡

Firstly, I AM SO OBSESSED WITH THIS FOUNDATION. Oh my goodness, if I could insert singing angels right now then I totally would! I know that you may think I'm crazy/over-exaggerating/weird buuuuut, this foundation really is worth the hype.

It took me a little while to actually jump on the band wagon and splurge £31 on this foundation, but I eventually did and I am now kicking myself for not being more of a sheep (baaa) a bit earlier. You know, sometimes it IS ok to follow the crowd - as long as they know what they're talking about, and they definitely did with this little gem.

I'm not normally one for trying different foundations because I do have sensitive skin and I'm always really worried that I'll wake up the following day from trying out a new foundation and I'll be covered in a rash or dreaded spots! So you may say that I'm a little bit of a wuss (oh trust me, you don't even know the half of it..) but that's just the way I feel.
I have been using my trusty Hello Flawless Benefit foundation for goodness knows how long now and I knew it was time for a change. I needed something that would cover up the redness on my nose area but that also wouldn't be cakey - I just cannot stand face paint foundation (yes MAC, I'm implying you!).

As soon as the lady in the Nars section of House of Fraser informed me that the Sheer Glow foundation is meant for people who suffer with redness as it has properties in it to help/combat, I immediately knew that this foundation and I would be a match made in heaven. I already guessed my colour as I am always the palest with yellow undertones, so Gobi was the one for me.

The first day I wore this foundation I was really impressed, it lasted the whole day (which I have never experienced before because I never wear foundation that long, I'm a bit of a plain jane you see), didn't go patchy, covered the redness (hale-bloody-lujah!) AND I didn't feel like I was wearing anything, uh-huh, it felt wonderful.

If you're contemplating purchasing this foundation, then I definitely suggest biting the bullet and going for it. This foundation is perfect and there are a great range of shades to suit every skin tone. I always feel like the base to your makeup is one of the most important parts, so splurging on a great foundation, like Nars Sheer Glow, is definitely worth it in my opinion. 

So basically Nars Sheer Glow, I FREAKIN' LOVE YOU.

What is your go-to foundation?xoxo

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