28 March 2014

Blogger Fashion with Next



Slogan Tee in Navy and White, Next, £16.00.

I am in love with this slogan tee from Next! Something for all us bloggy ladies out there, because damn straight, we ARE a big deal.

I'll be pairing my tees (yes, I'll have one in each colour, please!) with some comfy leggings, a boyfriend cardigan and flats.


Full Length Leggings, Next, £9.00-£10.00.

Boyfriend Cardigan in Navy, Next, £22.00.

Chop Out Ballerinas, Next, £40.00.


Blog Graphic T-Shirt, Next, £15.00.

That's not all, we can also take our blogs to bed with us (oo-er!) with this adorable sleep tee. Kudos to Next for acknowledging and celebrating bloggers with these adorable pieces.

What do you think of these tees? Would you wear them and, if yes, what would you wear it with?

19 March 2014

My Hairtrade.com Wishlist

So today I'm going to talk to you guys about the things I am lusting over on HairTrade.com. At the moment, I'm currently trying to get my hair back to blonde, but at the moment I've got kind of a mousey brown colour, and I'm waiting on next month when I have some more money to finance more blonde hair dye, but eventually once I've got it the blonde colour I want, I would LOVE some hair extensions - I'm looking at this I&K Remi Cuticle Hair Weft in #24 Light Blonde. The reason why I've opted for a weft is that I've tried clip-ins but I find it difficult to clip them in by myself (such a failure of a girl), I've tried glue-ins but the glue made my hair sticky and I hated it, and I've tried microloops, but every time I brushed my hair one or two strands would come out. Therefore, one method I haven't tried yet is to sew in the hair, so that is my next mission!

Now, whilst I love being blonde, I don't like to have my hair too 'normal', so I am really hoping to try this Electric Blue colour dye from Fudge and put flashes through my hair. Funnily enough, blue is the one hair colour I've never tried! I have used Fudge dyes once before and I thought they worked pretty well and I was impressed.

Finally, the third thing I am lusting after is this I&K Hair Extension Care Pack which includes I&K Moisturising Shampoo, I&K Moisturising Conditioner, I&K Leave In Antistatic Spray and a Hair Extension Loop Brush. I've never tried extension-specific products before, so I'd be interested to know whether they work better than regular products on the hair extensions.

I&K Remi Cuticle Hair Weft Fudge Paintbox in Electric Blue I&K Hair Extension Care Pack

Have you checked out HairTrade.com? What's on your wishlist?

17 March 2014

The Versatile Blogger Award

I was lucky enough to be nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award by Rachel from The Anxious Chapter, thank you so much for thinking of me, Rachel!

The Versatile Blogger Award

Rules
• If you are nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award, you have been awarded the award.
• Thank the person who awarded you and include the link to their blog.
• Nominate 15 bloggers who you think deserve the award, whom you've recently discovered or read their blogs regularly. (You must include a link to their site).
• Finally, tell the person who nominated you 7 things about yourself in your blog post.

I would like to nominate: (I chose 16, who needs rules anyway? :P)
1) Sydney at A Thousand Tomorrows
2) Rebeka at Southern Ervin Living
3) Tawana at Preppy Girl in The City
4) Vanessa at A City Girl's Guide to Life
5) Breckenridge at Whim of the South
6) Sydney at Sydney Luella
7) Valerie at In-Between Life
8) Erica at Coming Up Roses
9) Shanice at Playground of Randomness
10) Jana at Merlot Mommy
11) Janine at The Zee Life
12) Christina at Christina Who?
13) Amber at Everyday Legalese
14) Semirah at Sound of Charm
15) Sammi at Sparkle and Shine
16) Lix at A Classic Notion

7 Things About Me
1) Ever since I was a kid, I wanted to get my tongue pierced because Scary Spice had hers pierced, and almost 15 years later, I still want it but I haven't done it because I'm a wuss, haha!
2) I was born in the 90s, but I think I should have been born in the 60s and grown up in the 70s.
3) I've been in a relationship for two years and engaged for 1 and a half years.
4) We saw Edguy on our first date (02/02/2012) and we're going to see them again this September! That's my idea of romantic. ♥
5) I once broke my right arm and the bone moved out of place, so I had to get it pushed back. I was eight years old and the Doctor did it whilst I was wide awake with no pain relief, because the thought of being put to sleep scared me more. Can somebody say hardcore? ;)
6) Speaking of injuries, I might as well have my own room at the A&E with the amount of injuries I get. I'm SO clumsy, it's a curse, haha.
7) I keep pet snails. They're so cute. I also have a hamster, if you're more interested in 'normal' pets. :P

I would just like to say thank you again to Rachel, it's very much appreciated. I'm looking forward to seeing all your posts regarding The Versatile Blogger Award. Please don't forget to link me in the comments if you do the post!

16 March 2014

This or That Tag

I spotted this 'This or That' tag on another blog, and I thought it looked like fun, so here it is!

Make Up
Blush or Bronzer?
Blush.
Lip Gloss or Lipstick?
Lip Gloss.
Eye Liner or Mascara?
Eye Liner, I very rarely use mascara because my eyelashes are already really long and dark.
Foundation or Concealer?
Concealer. I only use foundation when I'm doing 'full' make-up which isn't often but I do use concealer often to cover up blemishes.
Neutral or Colour Eye Shadow?
Colour.
Pressed or Loose Eye Shadows?
Both, but I use pressed more just because it's generally less messy.
Brushes or Sponges?
Always brushes.

Nails
OPI or China Glaze?
I've never used either, but I'd like to try OPI.
Long or Short?
Short, but I would like to grow my nails longer AND STOP BITING THEM.
Acrylic or Natural?
Natural because I usually snap acrylics, I'm clumsy.
Brights or Darks?
Um, probably bright but I like using pastel colours mostly.
Flower or No Flower?
No flower usually, but I probably would have flowers if I had acrylics. I had some real dried flowers pressed into my nails once and they were pretty.

Body
Perfume or Body Splash?
Perfume, I've never heard of Body Splash? We probably call it something else in the UK.
Lotion or Body Butter?
Body Butter.
Body Wash or Soap?
Body Wash, I never use soap as it irritates my skin.
Lush or Other Bath Company?
I do like Lush but I'm probably more likely to choose another company because I don't use Lush much.

Fashion
Jeans or Sweat Pants?
Both. I actually wear leggings most though.
Long Sleeve or Short?
Both.
Dresses or Skirts?
Dresses.
Stripes or Plaid?
Both.
Flip Flops or Sandals?
Both but mostly sandals.
Scarves or Hats?
Scarves.
Studs or Dangly Earrings?
Studs.
Necklaces or Bracelets?
Bracelets.
Heels or Flats?
Flats.
Cowboy or Riding Boots?
I've always wanted some Cowboy Boots!
Jacket or Hoodies?
Hoodies.
Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe?
Neither, we don't have those in the UK.
Abercombie or Hollister?
Neither. I think we have these in the UK but I've never shopped there.
Saks 5th or Nordstrom?
I've never heard of either of those. :/

Hair
Curly or Straight?
Both. I'm naturally curly but I often straighten my hair.
Bun or Ponytail?
Both but I've had my hair in a bun a lot lately.
Bobby Pins or Butterfly Clips?
Bobby Pins although they get everywhere but there is never one when you need it!
Hair Spray or Gel?
I don't use either, I hate the hard feeling it leaves on my hair.
Long or Short?
I'm trying to grow my hair long.
Light or Dark?
Both, and bright too!
Side Sweep Bangs or Full Bangs?
In the UK, we call it a fringe, not bangs. Mine usually grows out quickly and gets swept to the side.
Up or Down?
Both but mostly up.

Random
Rain or Shine?
Rain. The sun often gives me a headache which isn't nice.
Summer or Winter?
Winter.
Autumn or Spring?
Autumn.
Chocolate or Vanilla?
Chocolate.
East Coast or West Coast?
I live in North West England, so West Coast I guess although I'm not really near the coast, haha.

I tag everyone reading this post to do the This or That Tag, and if you do, please link me to your post in the comments as I'd love to read it!

03 March 2014

Get to Know Me Tag

I came across this tag one day, unfortunately, I can't remember where I found it now, but hopefully it will give all you lovely readers a little insight about me. Enjoy!

1. Do you have a middle name?
I do! It's 'May' after Brian May of Queen, according to my Dad.

2. What was your favorite subject in school?
I used to really enjoy science classes because I had awesome teachers.

3. What's your favorite drink?
I drink more water or cordial than anything else but every now and then I have hot chocolate, the proper kind with all the cream and marshmallows and that's definitely my favourite of all.

4. What's your favorite song at the moment?
Ooh. I have a lot of favourite songs but one I play most often at the moment is I Just Want You by Ozzy Osbourne.

5. What would you name your children?
If I have a girl, I really like Matilda or Melody, and if I have a boy, which I really hope I do, it's always been Tobias. ♥

6. Do you participate in any sports?
Not really, I'm not that into sport.

7. What's your favorite book?
I have too many favourite books! :(

8. What's your favorite color?
Pink, purple, red and green. Psh, as though I was going to pick just one...

9. What's your favorite animal?
Hamsters, snails, cats, dogs, rats... I like a lot of animals, okay?

10. What's your favorite perfume?
Naughty Alice by Vivienne Westwood, and every single Britney perfume.

11. What's your favorite holiday?
Halloween!

12. Have you graduated from High School?
Yes, in 2009.

13. Have you been out of the country?
Twice out of the UK, lots of times to Scotland, a few to Wales...

14. Do you speak any other languages?
I took French in high school but I failed. I really want to learn German.

15. Do you have any siblings?
Yes, a younger brother, Benjamin who's 7.

16. What's your favorite store?
Primark.

17. What's your favorite restaurant?
Um, I don't know to be honest! There is a local Italian in my town called Nino's and it is just so good. It's an independent company though, not a chain.

18. Do you like school?
Yes, I love to learn.

19. Who are some of your favorite YouTubers?
I LOVE oxlisalouxo! Her videos are awesome and she is just a really sweet girl who I've become good friends with. ♥

20. What's your favorite movie?
Matilda. I've watched it 428432784237842 times and I would still watch it again. I know it word for word.

21. What are some of your favorite TV shows?
The Big Bang Theory is my ultimate favourite but I also like Miranda, Supernatural, Sabrina... I usually just wait for box sets, I rarely watch 'live' TV when it's broadcast.

22. PC or Mac?
I'm a PC user but since using a Mac at university, I'd absolutely love a desktop one.

23. What phone do you have?
A white iPhone 4. I love it. :)

24. How tall are you?
I'm 5ft 3" and I'd love to be a few inches taller.

25. Any pets?
I have a pet hamster, Salem and tonnes of snails!

I tag everyone reading this post right now to do the Get to Know Me Tag, and, as always, please leave the links to your post in the comments if you do so I can read them!