So a while back I bought the new Naked Palette 3, and I wanted to do a quick review because I think this palette is absolutely gorgeous!

This palette has lots of purpley nudey pink shades, of which I love. Some have more of a glittery tint to them, others are gorgeously matte. All the shades look great when blended together, that's one of my favourite things about this palette is that all the shades match each other. 

I tend to stick to the more pink nudes and match them with the purple shades, blending the outer corner of the eye with a dark black shade- almost like a smokey eye. 

These shades come out really beautiful, all the shades have good pigment and the glitter ones shimmer lovely in the light. I also bought Urban Decay's Eye Primer with this palette, this primer makes all these shades stand out even better and make the colours really defined and more pigmented.

I think these shades are beautiful, they can be worn for everyday use or glittered up for an evening out. I think the shades are really unique, absolutely lovely shades that I've never seen else where. This is by far my favourite palette by Urban Decay!

Have you tried the Naked Palettes? Which ones your favourite palette? 

Love,

L x

 New year, new room! Is that even a thing?

Well, I've had the same room décor for almost all of 2015 and I thought with a new year coming up I would spice things up in my room. I have plan white walls, although this can look dull and boring its also a blessing in disguise as I can decorate them anyway I want without clashing anything. 

I was cleaning my room out during the winter, and I came across an old acoustic guitar of mine. All the strings were broken and the guitar was looking old and beaten, I thought what could I do with this? I looked on the beautiful Pinterest and bamn, there it was. I came across this idea so I hoped to it and started sawing. 

I used an electric saw and cut around the front of the guitar. Using spare wood I had lying around I measured and cut two small planks and glued them into the guitar to create shelves. I then painted the inside of the guitar white to match my walls. 

I went out to my nearest cheap store and bought christmas lights on sale, in a warm colour. I then went round the guitar covering it in lights and placing lights where I felt necessary.

I went to my local garden centre and purchased a few cactus's to place on my shelves, and I picked up white bird salt and pepper shakers from my pound store. Hey, who could tell they were salt and pepper shakers? 

I absolutely love this idea, I won't lie and say its easy to do because for someone like me who knows NOTHING on saws or DIY gear like that, I had to ask my Grandad for wee bit of help here and there. 

I absolutely love this for when I'm having a cozy evening in my bed doing blogging or a film marathon. 

What do you think?

Love,

L x

So in 2015 I was determined to make sure I had more of a skin care routine and took more care of my skin. So I set out to buy some decent creams, serums and washing products to treat my skin and try make my skin look somewhat a bit healthy. 

I heard a lot of people raving about Benefit creams so I decided to give them a try. Benefit can be slightly pricey, I think I bought these for around £20 per bottle, maybe just over. I spoke to the lovely lady at the Benefit counter and she recommended me these 3 products.

Benefit Triple Performing Facial Emulsion Moisturiser  - £22.50

Benefit Instant Comeback Serum  - £36.00

Benefit POREfessional Face Primer - £24.50

After washing my face and doing my usual washing routine, I firstly apply the Benefit Serum. This serum comes out fairly thick but a small drop tends to go a long way and the bottle in general seems to last a long time. 

The serum sinks really deep into your skin and makes your skin feel really plump and fresh. I then apply the Benefit Moisturiser, this sits on the top of your skin and makes you have a natural glow, and makes your skin feel really soft and velvety.  

Once my skin has soaked up all serums and moisturisers, I then continue to my make up. Firstly I use the Benefit Face Primer, this comes out in a transparent almost like paste. Once applied, the primer makes my skin feel extra soft and smooth. It makes a good base to apply your make up on and it makes your make up last much longer through out the day.

Over all, these products are absolutely amazing and I am definitely going to be buying these again for 2016. So for anyone who struggles with dry skin or just bad skin in general, I would most definitely recommend these products. If you suffer from oily skin or want something else I would recommend checking out a Benefit counter and talking to someone there as they will be able to give you advice on what would work best for you. 

Have you tried Benefit's Skin Creams? What's your favourite? 

L x

Hello everyone!

So, I thought because I have started a new blog it would be a good idea for everyone to get to know the girl behind the blog a little better. 

1. Is your hair naturally straight or curly?

Straight, very straight. In fact, there's no need for hair straighteners for me! 

2. Do you dye your hair yourself or professionally? 

I have died my hair myself for several years, nothing complex just usually shades of brown. However the past year I've been going to a mobile hair dresser as I dare not to touch bleach by myself.

3. Do you wear the same hairstyle every day, or do you change it?

I like to change hair styles often, but normally I'll either have it all down or part of it up in a pony tail or bun to spice it up;)

4. Do you do your own mani/pedi or do you get it done professionally?

I tend to just paint my own nails really. Naturally my nails are quite long so I don't have the need to get false nails usually. 

5. How often do you change your nail polish?

I'd like to say often, but embarrassingly I normally wait until my current nail varnish has almost completely chipped off as I never have enough time to sit and do my nails properly. 

6. How long does it take to put your makeup on?

Depending on the event, but for an everyday sort of look usually it'll take me 20-30 minutes. A night out, might take me a little longer.

7. What do you do first, face or eyes?

Face, definitely the face first. 

8. Do you collect makeup or only buy it when you need it?

Whenever I see a makeup stand, I'm there;) So, I almost always am picking new makeup up.. almost always when I definitely don't 'need' it.

9. How often do you wear false eyelashes?

Rarely ever, I don't tend to get on with them really;)

10. Do you do a full face of makeup every day?

If I am going out, yes. If it's a lazy day, then nope.

11. Do you wear makeup when you're home alone or with family?

Noooooooope. I love a good pj, no bra and no makeup day!

12. Will you leave the house without makeup?

Normally I would not no, I would with limited makeup perhaps but I normally don't with absolutely none on.

13. Do you plan your OOTD the night before or whilst you're getting ready?

I always chuck on outfits before going out, I'm not that organised as of yet;) however, if it's for an event or night out I would plan an outfit. 

14. How often do you change your handbag?

Usually I like to wait until my current handbag breaks and is completely unusable until I buy a new one, normally because it's my favourite one!

15. What time do you wake up and go to sleep?

Depending on what my day has planned. But for college, normally I go bed any time after 11pm and wake up at half 7am. If I have nothing planned, I sleep and wake when I do, no set times.

16. Left handed or right handed?

Right.

17. Do you speak any foreign languages?

I studied French for several years, however I was never any good at it but I do understand some French... a little?

18. How many pets do you have?

I have 8 Guinea Pig, 2 Rabbits and 2 Sausage dogs. Oh, and fish!

19. How often do you go on blogger?

I'm on blogger everyday reading comments etc, but I only post when I have enough time free.

20. Do you read comments on your blog posts?

Yes, I love reading comments and your guys feedbacks! Makes my day:)

21. How did you come up with your blog name?

Well, it's my first name and my middle name so... it wasn't too tricky to think off.

22. What kind of camera do you use for your photographs?

I use a Canon EOS 450D, very good camera and gets some good quality shots.

23. How often do you clean your house?

Well, normally my flat is veryyyy untidy. But I do try to clean as I go, but that doesn't work too well... oops.

24. What's your favourite colour?

I don't really have one specific colour really, but I like blacks and greys... I do love pastel colours actually!

25. Do you swear? 

I try not too! It is a little habit of mine, but I try not too! I mean, we all do right?;)

I loved doing this tag and letting you guys get to know me a bit more! I tag anyone and everyone to do this! 

Lots of love,

L x

Hello everyone! 

I decided, there was no better way to start 2016 off than doing a tag, so without furthermore I'll jump into it. 

Love,

L x

I would just like to start with- Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! With previous efforts being made to blog (ending in nothing but heaps of failure), I have decided to start fresh, with a new blog ready to embark my new year upon.. and with any luck, a few more years after that too.

2015 has truly been one hell of a roller-coaster, many many things changed, adapted and evolved, things that were never expected, nor at the time fully appreciated neither. I would just like to give a big shout out to my friends & family- whether you're reading this or not- to give a massive cuddle and a thank you for not only making this year as great as it was, but for helping me in times of struggle during these months, when I can guarantee it was much needed and appreciated. 

So, this year.. I finished school, horaaaay! Which means I had my prom, and that was a spectacular night, truly. I have officially started college, which is going great. I am currently studying Animal Management at Level 3- it's a little tricky, but still fun. And not only have I started college, but my Mother has joined me too. Unfortunately, yes.. same college, same class, same table. However, pride set aside, I am very proud of my Mum for stepping out her comfort zone to finish her college degree, must take a lot to sit amongst a group of sixteen year old's, especially her own daughter! 

Basically, I just wanted to make a quick post to say hi (hi), and to quickly update everyone that I am back.. good or bad- take it as you will... and slowly but surely I will be blogging about anything and everything. I wish everyone a very Happy New Year, and I wish that you're 2016 is the best one yet. 

Much love, 

L x