MIA

I have been completely mia on the blogging front. I do fully intend on to pick this up again once I have moved back to Edinburgh for University and I have a bit more time on my hands. So that should be in about a week hopefully!

Stick with me :) xo

Boots Botanics All Bright Eye Makeup Remover

Boots Botanics All Bright Eye Makeup Remover  -  £3.99

Just a quick review on a new make up remover I picked up in Boots the other day. I've seen alot about the Boots Botanics range recently and as they currently have a third off of their products I thought I'd give them a try. 

This is made up of two components, a light part and a dark part, and they have to be fully shaken together before you use it. Now it is really good at taking off make up, including waterproof mascara. However I find this product much too oily for my skin. Once used to take off my make up I feel like its just sitting on top of my skin. Also under the lid it is just an open bottle top, making it hard to limit the amount that actually comes out onto the cotton pad. 

I am going to keep using the rest of this product, but I wont be repurchasing it! I do have another product from Boots Botanics to try out though so I'm not going to write off the whole range on one product!

Have any of you used this product? 

Love Kirsty, xo

Boho Maxi

Sunglasses -  £10.00 - River Island
Top - £6.99 - H&M
Skirt - £7 - Miss Selfridge (Sale)
Shoes - £28 - Topshop
Ring - Topshop
Necklace - Kukee

Hi guys! Another day off of work today! Felt good to have 2 days off, work 2 days and then have another 2 days off! Its only a few weeks until I move back to Edinburgh so I'm frantically trying to sort everything out! 

So I didn't do much today, just enjoyed the rest of the sunshine. I picked this skirt up from Miss Selfridge in the Autumn sales last year, and this is only about the 3rd time I've worn it. Don't know why! You can't tell that well from the pictures but the flowery layer is slightly sheer and there's a short black bodycon underlayer. Sets it aside a bit from your usual maxi skirt! 

The Topshop studded shoes were a christmas present from Joe and I love them. They are suede though so they're looking a bit worse for wear now where I have scuffed them, but they still add an edge to most outfits. They are so comfortable and at £28 I think they are really reasonably priced for what you get. 

Love Kirsty, xo

Sunshine and Raybans

Top - £10.00 - Topshop (similar here)
Skirt - River Island (no longer available)
Socks - £3.50 - Topshop
Converse - Turkish market stall
Belt - £1 - Primark
Necklace - Kukee
Raybans - replicas - Turkish market stall

Had a day off of work on Sunday for what felt like the first time in ages! The sun was still out so I was able to get my pale wee legs out. I spent the day with Joe, sunbathing in the garden and having lunch at the pub. 

Anyway, onto the outfit .... I've had this skirt for a while now and I love it! I saw it on a mannequin when I was walking into River Island but they didn't have it in my size on the rail. So of course I pestered one of the shop staff to check the mannequin and give me the skirt off of that. Such a hassle for them (sorry!) but worked out well for me! I think it was only about £20 because I remember thinking it was a really reasonable price for a River Island skirt. I love it on but haven't worn it that much. I keep forgetting its in my wardrobe. I need to sort that out! 

The t-shirt is just one of Topshops basic range. Brilliant colour and shape. It's so easy to throw on with anything - skirts, shorts and jeans. Its got a kind of mottled effect on it, so some parts are see through and some aren't. If that makes any sense! 

This is Joe getting in on the blogger posing action. You can find him here.

Love Kirsty, xo

Went Shopping #1

I spent too much money in boots again today. Typically, all of my cosmetics tend to run out at the same time. So I had to buy new mascara, liquid eyeliner, white eyeliner, and make up remover all at once. I've heard really good stuff about the boots organics range so I'm excited to try the bits that I bought! I bought a repairing nail polish for my nails too. Because I paint them so much they've started to become discoloured and flaky under my coats of coloured nailpolish! So I'm trying to give them a break for a bit and I'm hoping this repairing formula will breathe some life back  into them!

H&M has some lovely items in just now. I treated myself to some new underwear because it's been a while since I got some new pieces. I always find H&M underwear really good prices for the quality that you get. Definitely one of my favourite underwear high street brands. I also picked up these high waisted maroon skinny trousers for just a tenner. Can't say no!

I saw these boots in primark and uuhmed and aaahed about whether to get them or not. I decided to think about it and come back for them. I ended up spending my money elsewhere though but I'm regretting not going back for these! They were only £15 and the more I look at this picture the more I want them.
Hopefully they'll still be there next time I'm in!

That's all I bought today, apart from birthday pressies for my flatmate, but she's probably reading this so I wont post about them .... (hia morv)


Love Kirsty, xo

Lumberjack

Ombre Jeans - £40 - Topshop 

Knitted Vest - £22 - Topshop

Shirt - £28 - Topshop (similar here)

Boots - £45 - Topshop

Hair Cuff and Ring - H&M

Necklace - Kukee

This is just a casual outfit I wore out shopping today. Looking at it written out it makes me look like a right Topshop junkie! I do shop in other places too, I swear! 

I actually brought these jeans and shirt for myself as a 'congratulations, exams are over' present to myself. I literally LIVE in these jeans. They are so comfortable and keep their shape so well. Plus the ombre design on them makes them stand out from the day-to-day blue jean. Topshop jeans are quite expensive in my eyes (on a students budget anyway!) but they're definitely worth the investment. I usually get about a years wear out of mine until they start to fall apart, and that's with them being worn on a really regular basis! The shirt is just one of those wardrobe basics that is easily thrown on for a simple outfit.

The knitted vest top used to have a gold foil cross right across the front, but after the first time I washed it all that was left was a tiny hint of glitter. I'm not entirely sure if it was the quality of the top, or just that I didn't wash it correctly, but still, pretty gutting! 

Last but not least, my new favourite shoes! Id been wanting a pair of heeled chelsea boots for a while, but didn't want to pay out the massive £80 price tag for the ones that Topshop had. Lucky for me they bought in a pair almost half price. These go with anything and everything and they've barely been off my feet since I bought them!

Hope you've all had a happy monday! 

Love Kirsty, xo

Simple Peplum

Peplum Top -£18 - Topshop
Shorts - £10 - River Island Sale

Necklace & gold bangle - Kukee
Watch - £25 - River Island
Skull bangle - Topshop

Been on a bit of a blogging break again! I'm finding it really hard to find the energy to sit down and make the effort to do this after being on a 10 hour shift. I still read all the blogs I follow but its alot more effort to sit and type a post out myself!

Anyway, this is what I wore out on my second night out of my weekend in edinburgh. We went to vodka rev, which turned out to be having a sixties themed night. It was a good laugh.

I picked up this Topshop peplum top on a recent trip to Glasgow. It's so easy and versatile to wear with anything, and I personally find the peplum style really flattering. It pulls you in at the waist and then flares out over your hips. At £18 I'm debating going back and buying more in other colours!

These shorts were a steal in the river island sale (£10!!). As soon as I saw the pattern I was sold. It has a green leafy pattern with gold chain print on some parts. Not that you can see that very well in these pictures, sorry! They're quite short, so I don't have the nerve to wear them without black tights, but they're so cute that I'm OK with that.

To find out more about Kukee jewellery I did a post here on them. Definitely worth a visit to their online shop.

Im gonna go back to watching the closing ceremony now but here's a few extra pictures of my night ...

  

Hope you've all enjoyed your sunday! 

Love Kirsty xo

wishlist #1

1 . 2 . 3 . 4 . 5

1. Models Own Ibiza Mix - £5.00 ; Since joining the blogging world I have seen so many people talking about Models Own nailpolishes. I don't own any myself but am desperate to start my own collection! Personally I am a Barry M fiend when it comes to nailpolish but these could be my new favourite. Judging from everyone's opinions they are top quality, and £5 seems a reasonable price to me. I love glitter polishes so I think the Ibiza Mix will be my first purchase!

2. Topshop Metallic Drop Back Tank - £26 ; Trawling through the Topshop website I came across this beauty. I have a few t-shirts in this cut and they're really flattering and go with anything. This one is a subtle nod to the metallic trend and could be dressed up for a night out or down for a days shopping. Perfect investment. 

3. American Apparel Disco Pant in Black - £70 ; Disco Pants are everywhere right now. Everyone seems to have a pair. I'm kind of torn on them to be honest. I think they look amazing on other people but I cant quite decide whether I'd be able to pull them off or not. I'm a size 10 in trousers due to my ghetto booty and I'm not sure if I have too much ass to pull them off? I think if I go for it I'll try the Glamorous version first so that I've not paid out too much money if I don't like them. 

4. Real Techniques Stippling Brush - £11.99 ; Again, this is another item that I have heard loads about! I'm desperate to jump on the bandwagon and give it a shout. £11.99 is a decent price to pay if its as good as everyone makes out, and I'll be purchasing it as soon as I have some spare pennies. 

5. Box Charm Mixed Stretch - £8.50 ; I think the ethnic charms on this bracelet are really cute, and its a style I have been leaning towards quite a lot lately. I always look at Topshop jewellery online and think "ooh that's not too badly priced" but when it comes to parting with my money it can be a bit of a different story!  

If any kind strangers passing through this blog fancy helping me out I would not complain! haha.

Love Kirsty xo

Technicolour Shorts

I was away from blogging this weekend, I had a few days off and it was my flatmates 21st so I headed off to Edinburgh for a weekend of fun and games! She thought I wasn't coming until Sunday but I got a late bus there and surprised her. Definitely worth it as it was SUCH a good weekend.

Top - River Island - £12 (sale)
Shorts - Topshop - £15 (sale)
New Look - £10 (sale)
Bangles - Topshop, Miss Selfridge

Arriving late Saturday night did mean I was against the clock to get ready before we went out, but I managed! I didn't realise until I wrote it down that everything I had bought was from a sale. I can't say no to a good bargain!

This was the first time I had worn these shorts and I am absolutely in love with them. I can definitely see them becoming a fast wardrobe favourite. High waisted shorts are such a transitional item that can be worn with most things and are so easy to wear. I do find, however, that sometimes when buying them, because they're higher on the waist then they're quite short on the bum. These pair however are a perfect length in my opinon. Not too long but long enough to make sure you're not flashing your bum cheeks to everyone! The pattern and colours of the fabric are gorgeous as well!

Nothing suits a high waisted short better than a cropped top! The lace detail on this one is so delicate and lovely. Adds a girly, but slightly cheeky edge to an outfit. It was my first time wearing this too, but im excited to pair this with my other wardrobe items.

What do you think of this outfit?

Love Kirsty xo

Sunshine, Finally

So this is my first proper outfit post (the photos from my other one were taken months ago!). Since starting the blog I've been dying to start ootd posts, because I think that is mainly what my blog will consist of, but I've literally spent the last 6 days working solid. And my work clothes are not something that would interest any of you, trust me! But today I got to finish at 4pm which was great because the sun was blasting out this afternoon in the highlands.

Top - Topshop - £22 (similar here)
Shorts - Primark - £4
Converse - Schuh - £45

Raybans - replicas from Turkey
Studded hoop earrings - NewLook - £3.50

This outfit is nothing special as all I was going to be doing was walking the dogs around the field and lounging in the garden making the most of the sunshine! I originally bought these shorts a month ago at Primark to take on holiday with me. I definitely got my use out of them as they were great for a bikini cover-up around the pool or on the way to the beach. The pattern is quite unique and the colours are really vibrant. Even now, back in our terrible weather, I just wear them for lounging around the house or on the rare spot of sunshine like today!

This t-shirt is reeeeally old now ... maybe about a year since I bought it. The slouchy fit and understated design make it one of my wardrobe go-to's on a casual day.

So ... let me know what you think!

Love Kirsty xo

What's in my bag?

I saw a post like this on All Of Her Yesterday's blog, and took inspiration from her to do the same! I've only just started following her but she's got a great blog, go check it out!

I bought this mint bowler style bag from Topshop a few months ago. They don't have this colour online anymore but they do have this style in khaki, navy and tan. For only £36 you get a really good quality leather bag, and it's so roomy inside! Plenty of space for all the rubbish i usually end up lugging around in my bag with me! Typical girl problem I think.

Vera Wang Replica Purse - bought in Turkey
Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Balm - Boots - £2.99
Stila Lip Glaze (55a Fruit Glaze) - bought in TKMaxx 3pack - £8.99
Maybelline ColorSensational (175 Pink Punch) - Boots - £7.19
Nail Glue - Boots
House Keys
Paracetomol

Perfume - Butterfly by Accessorize - Gifted
Bottle of Water
Iphone - case from ebay here - £7.99
Sunglasses - River Island - £10.00
Apple headphones

What do you all keep in your handbag?

Love Kirsty xo

Kukee

Studded Necklace - £4.00
(available in gold or silver)

Claw Bangle - £3.50

I've recently discovered a small online jewellery shop called Kukee. They sell fashion jewellery for such reasonable prices that its hard to say no! Personally, I find it hard to part with my money when it comes to full price jewellery in shops like Topshop as I think most items are ridiculously overpriced! That's why in a sale the jewellery section is the first place I head! I ordered 4 items from Kukee and the total came to less than £15 including p&p. Delivery was quick and each piece came individually wrapped in tissue paper and wee cellophane bags. I even got a free above knuckle ring as my order came to more than £10. As you can probably tell, I will definitely be ordering from there again! It's totally worth a look ...

Above knuckle ring - free with order
Spike and pearl ring - £2.00

Love Kirsty xo

Monochrome Stripes

Leggings - Ebay

Shirt - H&M

Cardigan - Primark

Blazer - Zara

Necklace - Topshop

Sunglasses - River Island

This is just an outfit I threw on to go to uni, quite a while ago now! I love these leggings, but I got them fairly cheap off of ebay and they're quite thin and the white stripes are really see-through. Means I have to always make sure my bum is covered, which I tend to do anyway when it comes to leggings! Nothing worse in my opinion than leggings worn as trousers! 

I snapped these sunglasses up when i saw them in River Island. I'd been wanting a circular pair for aaages and at £10 thought these were really reasonably priced. Have to admit I've not really worn them as much as I'd have liked, but I'm going to blame our rubbish British summer for that! 

Love Kirsty xo

Starting from scratch

So this is all a bit new to me. Ive been looking at other peoples blogs for a while now (sound like a creeper, but im not, honest) and decided to make one of my own and see how it goes! 

Its basically going to be posts on beauty, nails, clothes and fashion and everything else that interests me.

anyways, hope you all like it! 

:) 

Kirsty xo