Primark Autumn/Winter Collection 2015

Hi lovelies,

So the end of September/October has been quite strange weather wise it's been warm and mixed but at night you'd definitely need to break out the warm clothes and wrap up. I've been noticing how strong Primark or Penneys A/W 2015 stock is at the moment.

    

Everything islooking amazing and so many ideas are springing to mind as to how things can be incorporated with each other. Here are few of my picks to show you from fluffy, warm dresses, tops you can layer, dresses, boots and jackets. 

        

                      

Autumn and coming into winter essentials have to be jumpers and cardigans. The are very diverse and you can throw them over jeans, dresses or skirts along with boots. They're always something key to have in the wardrobe and with Penneys you're guaranteed a variety of styles and colours within the 'wooly' range. I really like the idea of a short sleeve jumper. It's perfect for going on in the winter and throwing this on over your outfit or even going for a lunch or evening meal pop it on with a skater style leather skirt or jeans along with wedges or heels and voila you're all dressed up. Burgundy is such an autumn/winter season colour so it would go with a variety of colours. This jumper comes in an array of colours and also a long sleeve style along with a variety of colours. In saying that you can do the very same with the warmer and light cardigans and throw overs. The very popular A/W trend of the Faux Gillet will most likely be a popular sell as it is very diverse and will look absolutely stunning with any outfit this season. 

1. Burgundy fluffy jumper €14

2. Red Knit jumper €14

3. Grey printed Jacquard Cape €16

4. Aztec Trophy Jacket €18

5. Grey Fluffy Cardigan €16

6. Faux Gillet €20

         

                    

I find these tops and shirts fantastic for layering on colder days. You can't go wrong with a check shirt in your wardrobe and they are especially fab with a jumper and peaking the collar out. They are all slightly light weight so they would be ideal for layering and of course there is a variety of colours in the shirts and the flows long sleeve tops. As you can see layering is my key word here as this is essential for me in A/W. These colours are quite seasonal at the moment and nearly all of them come in a variety of colours. 

1. Black high neck Tunic €13

2. Burgundy flowy top €13

3. Rusty long Sleeve top €8

4. Long check shirt €13

5. Deep red V neck boho top €13

6. Check Shirt €13

         

                  

In recent months I've personally found the quality of Penneys jeans have improved hugely. I was never someone to go for their jeans as I felt they just didn't flatter me and they would stretch quite quickly. I went in and tired on a number of their jeans just recently to get a feel of he different styles. The only thing I'll say is I've noticed compared to other shops I go up a size in Penneys but that might be down to the fact I have hips, thighs and a butt. Other than that I can't really fault them, obviously some suited me better than others but if you know the style that compliments your figure you should have no problems. I found myself living in the Penneys jeans recently they're very comfable and I like the quality. You can pick up a variety of styles from ripped to faded to jeggings to basis blue jeans at a very good price. These are also ideal for popping with a jumper, cardigan, Cape and boots.

1. Ripped knee super stretch jeans €15

2. Wax look jeans €9

3. Light Wash High Waisted Denim €13

4. Light wash denim super skinny jeans €13

5. Black straight leg jeans €10

6. Blue Skinny Pencil Jeans €8

                      

I love popping on a skirt with boots and tights. That's what I love about autumn getting to wear my boots and teaming them with pretty much everything especially skirts. I don't think you can go wrong with a skirt as you can dress it down for daytime or change it up for a night time style. The skirts are also fabulous for this time of year from the different colours & styles. There are a variety of skirt styles in all lengths so you're bound to find one to suit you in Penneys at the moment. There are wooly warmer skirts, the classic skater style, fitted cotton/polyester skirts and the prints & colours are fabulous to say the least. 

1. Khaki Skirt €6

2. Black A Line Skirt €12

3. Black Taperstry €10

4. Compact Rib Skater Skirt €14

5. Ribbed Pencil Skirt €10

6. Orange Skirt €8

                    

 

Primark boots are amazing at the moment they're killing it style wise! They have such a huge variety of styles whether you want a small or large heel, a zip on the side, a Chelsea boot - you can have your pick of options. Tan boots are my favourites I feel like they go with absolutely everything. My wardrobe is full of Tan & Black boots. I feel they are an absolute wardrobe essentials at this time of year and practically all year around. You can team these with absolutely anything be it a dress, jeans, leggings. 

1. Black Suede Fringe Boot €23

2. Tan Suede Heel Chelsea Boot

3. Black Buckle Ankle Boot €21

4. Tan Short Chelsea Ankle Boot €11

5. Navy Suede Fur Lined Boot €21

                      

I love dresses. If I'm not feeling 100% or I want to be comfable or I'm rushing to get ready and don't really have time to think a full outfit through - I pop on a dress with boots. I, myself love a skater style I feel it flatters most body types and they come in an array of prints and colours. In A/W dresses are a great asset in the wardrobe. A lot of these styles you could wear for daytime in college or out and about but you could also dress them up for an evening out, going for drinks, a lunch date as they're so comfy. Again, these are great for layering so pop on a jumper & coat and you're sorted. 

1. Rusty Jersey Dress €14

2. Stripe Shoulder Dress €10

3. Ditzy Floral Front Zip Tunic €12

4. Skater Print €7

5. Stripe Split Rib Dress €14

6. Geometric Print Tunic €13

                      

When September comes I'm ready for autumn so I'm all about coats and jackets. I especially love khaki green jackets with a leather like sleeve. I love an A/W jacket to be stylish, cosy and warm especially walking home in the dusk evenings after college. I'm also all about the Parka jackets I adore the lengths and style. It is quite a flattering style and suits all body types and heights. You also can't go wrong with faux fur this time of year as I feel it never goes out of style as long as it's always faux! ;) I find long pea coats very classy for a night out or going for dinner or an occasion. 

1. Black Biker Faux Fur Trim Coat €30

2. PU Sleeve Faux Fur Collar Jacket €30

3. Camel Single Breasted Coat €28

4. Khaki Faux Fur Parka Jacket €30

5. Navy Hertiage Parka €30

6. Burgundy Faux Fur Collar Pea Coat €30

That's its for my Woman's A/W from Primark / Penneys. I hope you enjoyed reading and you've got some A/W inspiration. 

***(Introduction picture and all clothes pictures used are property and can be located on Primark.com)

Until next time beauties,

Aoife x

                 

June Favourites

Hey dolls, 

                      

Well I know we're nearly finished July but June is always my favourite month and my favourites need to be blogged about. 

         

I was spoilt for my birthday so I'll be featuring bits and pieces I received or I've picked up this month. I have a good few to go through so sit back with a cup of tea and enjoy. 

                

    

It consists of things I've been using for years, months or only in the last month. I'm kind of playing catch ups so I have about 21 favourites (for an obvious reason ha) so there's a good bit of reading involved but I hope you enjoy it. 

                          

     

My first favourite is: Maybelline Colour Tattoo in Pink Gold.

                    

I love this. If I'm in a rush I use this on its own and blend it out. It's so creamy and blends so well. It's beautiful and perfect as a base colour when I use it with the Naked 3 or the W7 palette In the Nude. 

        

     

You can get this from superdrug, boots or boots.com

My second favourite of the month: the MAC mineralising powder.

                     

I've been using this for years on and off but honestly there's no other powder I like for my skin. I have normal to slightly dry skin (depending on the weather) and this doesn't dry out my skin at all. It goes on very smooth and sets my make-up perfectly. I like to patt my powder in with a powder brush rather than in a sweeping motion. As you can see I've hit pan with this as I've been using it nearly everyday I wear makeup as the weather has been very humid and warm yet full of rain so it keeps it in place perfectly for me. I wear the colour medium plus. 

My third favourite is Highlighter.

                                   

Everyone's favourite this summer. The phrase "highlight on fleek" has been used by quite a number of beauty youtubers or beauty bloggers. Some of my favourite budget highlighters at the moment are: the W7 night glow liquid highlighter and Essence Cinderella highlighter. The both create beautiful, flawless, 'angel' glowy glows ha.

                                     

I usually use powder during the day but when I'm heading on a night out or to an event I use the liquid with my foundation first and then the powder highlighter after. Or sometimes I mix it up and use the liquid or both during the day. 

My fourth favourite is: Vero Moda Jeans and Penneys Heels.

                          

I always found it hard to find nice blue Jeans (unless you pay €50 or so on them) so I went in search for pants and I popped into Vero Moda and spotted these. They were about €31 but if you have a student card you can get 20% but they also have a system for everyone for every five stamps you can get 25% off and so on. It's a very good system. They're so comfortable, I dress them up or down. They're a lovely fit but I didn't realise until after I was wearing them for a while that I got the 32' length leg ( that's why they may seem a bit creasy) when I usually get the 30'. It doesn't bother me with these as they're quite fitted. They're so flattering on for a light colour. I also have them in black but I'll definitely going back for more colours as soon as pay day rolls around.  The Penneys heels look so expensive I got them for €22 and with a Penneys voucher I received for my birthday. These heels come in a orange colour as well but you can't go wrong with black. I wear them with every outfit they're so comfortable.

My fifth favourite of the month is the Urban Decay Perversion mascara. 

                            

I got the "On the Run" UD palette back in February and this was apart of it. I was hooked on this mascara straight away. I mean girls, this mascara changes life as you know it for your lashes!!!!! I'm devastated as I'm running out of it at the moment I've been switching between different mascaras such as one from NYC that's only about €2.49 so I want this to last ha!!! I am picky about my mascaras as I love length and volume and I've had so many bad experiences with different ones so when I find one that actually does what you want and doesn't damage your lashes trying to take it off then I'll stick to it. I love love loved a Rimmel mascara and then all of a sudden they discountined it, to say I was sad was a understatement for my lashes ha. 

My sixth favourite is a Kimono from Quiz in Debenhams in Waterford. 

                                                           

I picked mine up on sale but I was only in there last week and they have a huge selection of Kimonos in all different colours. They're beautiful and so comfortable to wear. They go with absolutely everything. Perfect for summer. They're quite light so they are ideal for layering as they aren't heavy at all. You can pick these up anywhere but if you're around Debenhams pop in and have a look. 

My seventh favourite of the month are MAC lipsticks.

         

                               

The mammy got me Creme Cup for my birthday and I treated myself to Saint Germain after my birthday. If you love nude lipsticks - Creme Cup is the ultimate nude. It's beautiful, creamy and not drying at all. Saint Germain is just wow. Girls if you love a good pink lipstick then this is one for you. I love pink lipsticks - most of them compliment my skin tone and this really does. It's such a pretty colour. It can be wore during the day or night. I like to use this with my lip liner 'Edge to Edge'. 

                     

The left is Saint Germain and the right is the night of my 21st wearing Creme Cup.

My Eight favourite also my favourite June number is the Sleek and Naked flushed contour palettes

                   

                        

I am obsessed with Sleek products. I have gone through about three of these contour palettes in the last 2 years. They last for ages but I use them everyday. Contouring is my favourite part of makeup. It completely changes your make up look. I got my makeup done by UD in April so I picked up the UD Flushed contour palette just so I could try it out. I swap between the two of them a lot. As you can see I've already hit pan on the UD one and I'm not too far off hitting pan with Sleek again! I love them both for different reasons. 

                     

                     

The Sleek palette: all the colours are divided up into separate little sections making it easy to use, the blush colour is beautiful it has gold undertones sparkling through it, the highlighter is so pigmented. I have the light palette is ideal for Irish skin. The Sleek palette is €13.49. You can get this palette in Light, Medium and Dark. 

The Urban Decay palette: I find you don't have to blend the contour colour as much, the blush can get mixed in with the contour and blush slightly but not so much, the blush is quite rosie which is fab. All the colours are strongly pigmented and the packaging is very strong but you'd expect that for the price. The UD palette is €29.50. You can get this palette in Naked, Native, Strip and Streak (which I have pictured above). 

Read my contour and highlight blog here: http://wonderstruck-beauty.blogspot.ie/2015/01/contour-and-highlight.html

                

My Ninth favourite is: Saphir Perfumes

                                

They were featured on XPOSE around Christmas and when myself and my mam spotted them we remembered the brand straight away. I have tried out a three or four of these and they've lasted me quite long. There are make up dupes so why not perfume dupes? Yay. They smell exactly the same as the perfume they are duping. I have got the duped versions of Apple DKNY, Lacoste - touch of pink, Armoni code (the one in the picture). You can also get men's versions, I picked up one of these for my boyfriend and one sprits of it and he's sorted. You can get them in Mulligans, Sam Mccauleys and online. 

My tenth favourite is a local Cork business: Pamolas Nails located in Elite Hairdressing. 

                                

                         

I was talking to one of the girls in work about nails and I'd love to find someone that you don't have to break the bank with or somewhere that's near town and she mentioned Pamolas Nails. 

The cost is €20, book early like you would with anything. She is the nicest girl to chat to. Very easy to get along with - she has a great way about her. She preps the whole nail brilliantly well before putting the polish on. She has a great choice of colours and they turn out beautiful. Have a look on her Facebook for booking: Paloma's Nails and Beauty. 

My next favourite - number eleven is: Maybelline Gel Eyeliner. 

                      

If you're like me and can't use an eyeliner pen without making it uneven then trying to fix it by going over it and you end up ruining it then this is for you. 

     

                         

Sums it up. 

         

So I decided to pick this up in boots. I find it so easy to use and create an even line everytime. It comes with a small little brush one side that lines and one side that you can use to smoke and blend it out. I still haven't tried out the flick but I love lining my lids. It really changes the appearance of eye makeup. It's around €11 and completely worth it. It would be great for beginners who want to achieve a nice lined eye or flick. 

                        

My next favourite, number twelve is the TV show Community. 

                       

Myself and my boyfriend always find TV shows that we sit down to watch after a long day of work or a long week and this happened to be one of them. It's very funny and I think it's something very enjoyable. It's such a feel good show with all the feels yet you get such a laugh from it. The characters  are all very unique and likeable. I would 100% recommend this TV show. 

My number thirteen is Orchard Thieves Cider. 

       

YUM is the word. I tried this out on my 21st and I loved it. It tastes like apple sour sweets. It's so tasty and really 'quenches the thirst'. On a hot day, after dancing away or even just something sweet it's lovely. I personally can only drink one as it can be very sugary and sweet but each to their own taste. 

My numbro fourteenth are Yankee Candles

      

I love Yankees especially at Christmas. There's nothing nice than lighting one, leaving it burn away and the scent that comes off each of them is unbelievable. I got the Honey Blossom from my parents for my birthday and I got the Beach Holiday as apart of some presents the boys got me for my birthday 😊 they both smell like the definition of summer. Love. 

My number fifteen is the Taylor Swift concert:

                     

She puts on an unreal show.  I saw her about 4/5 years ago and she just keeps getting better as a performer. Myself and one of my besties danced the night away and we had a ball. It was quite cute how Calvin Harris was in the audience cheering her on. 

Number sixteen is Cocoa Brown Dark Tan. 

                     

 

I've been using the original one as well as the Gradual tan, Chocolate Whip moisturer, Tough stuff exfoliator and I love the brand. Marissa Carter is a brilliant, business woman. I have a lot of admiration for her. I love the dark shade it's fabulous. Read my review in full about the original CB tan: http://wonderstruck-beauty.blogspot.ie/2014/11/top-tans-cocoa-brown-1hour-tan.html?m=1

And also how I prep my skin for tanning: 

http://wonderstruck-beauty.blogspot.ie/2014/11/top-tanning-tricks-and-tips.html

Number seventeen is the appreciation for the Lough in Cork.

                                

If I'm not working in the morning. Sometimes I like to go down there, have a walk or sit on the benches and relax. It's just such a peaceful spot in the morning and a bigger walk than it actually seems. I also love love love ducks. I think they are the cutest things with their little quacks and the way they waddle. It's the most unique little spot and it's amazing how comfortable the ducks, swans and geese are with people. The Lough deserved some appreciation on my blog. 

Number Eighteen of my favourites is Jurassic World. 

                    

Myself and my boyfriend went to see this in June and it was amazing. This is not a spoiler but you will see a little pig appear on the screen and that was the part that made me jump the most in the film, but it is quite scary. It was brilliantly done. Chris Pratt does an amazing job on the big screen once again. I loved the original Jurassic Park movies and the music gives me the goosebumps - have a listen: http://youtu.be/gOmJLk1lu08 it slightly references the original movies at times and really does it justice as a 'sequel' set 20 years after Jurassic Park. 

My nineteenth favourite is the Body Shop Highhlighter dome. 

                   

I picked up this cute little thing in the body shop a few weeks back. You can also get a contour and blush in this round container too. You don't need a brush or anything. All you need to do is swipe this on your upper cheekbone and out. I also use it on my brow bone. They would be so handy if you were going out after work or for travelling as you could pop them in your makeup bag instead of what I do and bring my whole makeup bag and the kitchen sink with everything just incase I think I don't have enough to use. 

 

Number twenty is Lancôme Teint Miracle foundation.

 

                      

 

This is my all time favourite foundation. I started using it back in January as the dry weather had got to my skin and I needed a foundation to suit it. It's ideal for the hot humid weather and in work I do a lot of running up and down the stairs so I want my make up to stay in place and it does this and more. It makes my skin looking dewy, flawless and its a water based foundation so this is a bonus. 

I reviewed it in back in January - have a read: http://wonderstruck-beauty.blogspot.ie/2015/01/lancome-teint-miracle.html

And finally.. My 21st favourite is my 21st birthday.

                 

                      

I had the best birthday any girl could ask for. I'm so lucky. I'll have a full post up about it this week as I've had a good few requests for that 😄 as cheesy as it sounds I felt beautiful on the night all dolled up and I danced the night away with a room full of the people I love. 

Sorry for the extra long post but I wanted to include a lot but I couldn't shorten it down. If you've read until here then thank you, I appreciate it as it was a long road. 

Until next time beauties,

A x

       

    By bb.         B.                 

    

April Favourites; Goodbye April

Hey dolls,

Can you believe its May already?? April flew it was a jam packed month but it was so much fun. Well I have to include some April favourites.

My first favourite of the month is the Naked Urban Decay Flushed palette in Streak. It's a contour palette and an amazing one at that. I picked it as one of my two products when I got my makeup done in UD during April for a confirmation/my boyfriend's birthday. I absolutely love it - so easy to blend, the perfect colour not too light or dark, the blush is a a rosey pink it is fab and the highlighter is so pigmented and it gives a lovely glowy finish.

I picked up this 'Gel' polish in Penney's the other day for 2 euro - I love the shine finish it leaves and the colour perfect for summer.

I've been using the Naked 1 the last week and I've got my love back for it. I'm hitting pan on a good few of these but I did get it when it was my 19th birthday so I've had it nearly 2 years. It's full of browns, coppers and a few dark shades its gorgeous for any occasion.

I have been using this illuminator for months now and I prefer mix it in with my foundation. It gives the most gorgeous, dewy look on the face. It photographs absolutely amazing. It makes your skin flawless and glowy. You can get it from boots or any boots shop.

I know this has been mostly Urban Decay based favorites but I love love love the Naked 3. I love the rose, pinks, gold undertones and darker colours its actually my ideal palette. I use this for work, nights out and even got one the girls to use it on me when I got my make up done with UD.

I hope you enjoyed reading my (mostly UD based) favourites and enjoy May lovelies x

Until next beauties,

A x

MEMEME Cosmetics: The Ultimate Eye Palette 'Classic'

Hi fab things,

I've been using the MEMEME Cosmetics Ultimate Eye Palette 'Classic' for the while and I'm enjoying it. 

You need a good primer for the shadow to last all day. The colours are gorgeous. I love the variety. The only downside for some people is the fact they are very talc but I don't mind it at all.  

It blends very easily and the colour pay off is very good overall. I've been contemplating buying this palette for months and months and I'm delighted I finally got around to it. 

It's quite handy if you're travelling you can pop it in your bag and go. I usually go for a light smokey brown eye for the day. 

The palette is €12.99 and you can get the one I have 'the Classic' or the 'Rich Plum' palette which will be my next investment. 

You can get the MEMEME cosmetics in most pharmacies or online at www.mememecosmetics.com

Until next time beauties,

A x