Top 13 Products of 2013

Hey huns!
So 'tis New Years Eve which means tomorrow is 2014. Uh oh...
But anywho! I decided as the last post of 2013 I would do my top 13 products of 2013.

1. Naked 2 Palette

I have used this so so much this year. It's a really handy palette as I was able to take it with me for the four times I travelled out of the country this year.

2. Collection Concealer

(sorry I can't remember the full name)

This is an amazing concealer. I've been so surprised by it and I need to repurchase it!

3.Bourjois Healthy Mix Powder

I've used this so much this year that I've nearly finished it right to the pan! I did try the MAC Mineralised Skin Finish, but that caked far too easily and made me break out after a while. I (obviously) reverted back to this WONDERFUL powder.

4. Viva la Juicy La Fleur

I love this eau de toilette so much. It smells beautiful and is really distinctive too.

5. Garden of good and Eva by Benefit

Another smelly thing. I know I've had it for ages at this stage, but its still my go to perfume everyday because its not overwhelming at all.

6. Kiko Lipstick

Bought this in October and OH MY GOD. I love the colour and the consistency It also stays on for ages. (I should probably do a review)

7. Urban Decay Naked Skin Foundation

I only bought this back in October, but its quickly turned into a favourite of mine. It's very light and very buildable. It also fits my (light) skin colour to a tee!

8. Revlon Lip Butter

Very much the same texture and consistency as the Kiko lipstick, I wore this a lot for school this year. It's non drying and has a lovely colour.

9. Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

I bought this over the summer. It works so well for blending my foundation and leaves no brush marks like my other foundation brush does. 

10. Maybelline Baby Lips in 'Cherry Me'

I was skeptical whether they would live up to the hype, but by far Cherry Me is the only one I've used on a regular basis. It gives the best colour of the lot, and moisturises well.

11. Nars blush in 'Deep Throat'

I also bought this in October in Sephora. I almost squealed when I saw the Nars stall in the shop as the only place in Ireland you can get Nars is either online or in Brown Thomas. In Dublin.

This blusher is amazing and also stays on for ages.

(I feel like I've said that a lot in this post.)

12. MAC Lipsticks

I bought my first MAC lipstick back in February which feels like absolutely ages ago. Except its not. These lipsticks don't dry my lips at all and are so pigmented. 

13. Nivea Lip Butters

(In general)

I know that people either love or hate these. I for one, love them. They don't stay on for long but are perfect as a base for lipsticks as they stop your lips drying out. I have three which are Vanilla Macedamia (pictured above), Caramel Cream & Raspberry Rosé. They also smell fantastic which is also great!

So those are my top 13 products of 2013 and I hope you enjoyed this post! 

Also, I want to wish you all a happy new year and say thank you for reading my blog and watching my videos.

Kate x

A Year in Review-My Favorite Looks for 2013

Good Morning Loves!  Since today is the last day of the year, I thought I would pick my favorite looks for 2013.  I have learned a lot over this year of blogging.  Being very new, I look back and see that I have learned to take better pictures and to make sure the sun is in my face and not behind me.  I have also learned that I don't have to put every picture up that I take, and that a lot of them weren't as good as I thought.  LOL...how tastes change over a year.  I have learned that you can see more detail the larger the picture....so those important accessories can be seen better.  I have also learned that quality is better than quantity. So, here is to a new year with an even better blog....I hope that this coming year is even better than the last!

                    

 

XOXO Jess

Casual...Again

Happy Monday!  I have been thoroughly enjoying my stay-cation and haven't been posting much because I have been so busy with the holidays!  I promise to get back on track over the next couple of weeks.  

This is an outfit I wore a few weeks ago around the Thanksgiving holidays.  That shows you how far behind I am on posts.  Anyway, it was perfect because being casual is a must around our families.  We are active and constantly on the go.  It was a mix of casual and cute.  I really liked the earth tones with the different shades of browns and green to top it off.  How do you stay comfortable but stylish during the holidays?

You can see where I wore these boots for another casual look here!

Sweater: Older 

Jeans: Similar

Boots: Anne Klein On Sale Here

Earrings: Jessica Simpson Similar

Watch: Michael Kors Similar

Bracelet: Jessica Simpson Similar

XOXO Jess

#ChristmasBloggers || FINAL POST! What I got for Christmas

Sadly, Christmas has been and gone, which means this is the last post of #ChristmasBloggers 2013! :((
So, although two days late I'm leaving my 'What I got for Christmas 2013' video below as I don't have time to take pictures. I hope you enjoy and I hope you had a merry Christmas!

Fur

Good Morning Loves!!  I hope you had a fantastic Christmas and are enjoying the start of this beautiful weekend!  I will have a few posts from the Christmas season over the next few days.  These are looks that could be worn for the holidays, but can still be worn over the next couple of months.
For the look below, I needed to stay warm but also wanted to incorporate a sleeveless dress of mine.  This dress has no sleeves, but I wore a button down under the dress to add sleeves.  When I put the fur vest over it, it tied everything together.  I have been adding this button down to a lot of my summer dresses so that I can incorporate them into my winter wardrobe.  I like getting the most use out of my clothes and love to get creative by mixing them in different seasons.  How do you incorporate your summer clothes for winter?

You can see where I wore this fur vest, these boots and this bag here!

Vest: Forever 21 

Dress: Forever 21 Similar
Blouse: Forever 21 Similar

Leggings: Forever 21 Here

Boots: Steve Madden Similar

Bag: Kate Spade Similar

Necklace: Bijuju Similar

Earrings: Ivy & Leo SImilar

XOXO Jess

IT'S CHRISTMAS EVE

AHHH NO NEED FOR ANY INTRO BECAUSE IT'S CHRISTMAS EVE WHICH MEANS TOMORROW IS CHRISTMAS WHICH MEANS GIVING GIFTS AND EATING YUMMY FOOD AHHHH.
ahem.
okay.

Hey huns!
So as I said it is Christmas eve. I am so unbelievably excited! Christmas is by far my favourite time of year. I can't wait for my mam, dad and brother to open the presents I got them!

 I don't actually make a list anymore, I usually just ask for one big-ish thing and let Santy do the rest! But this year I am asking for a new phone (preferably an iPhone) as my iPod is three years old and the battery dies after half an hour of using it, and also my current phone is really laggy, glitchy and crashes all the time. So a phone would be nice! I have also chosen a few makeup things as well which I can't wait to finally have.

I really hope you all have a safe and lovely Christmas and I'll blog soon!
Kate x

Winter Warmers || Christmas Nails

Hey huns!
So 'tis Christmas Eve Eve and I thought I'd share my Christmas nail tutorial with you! I hope you enjoy!
Kate

#ChristmasBloggers || Last Minute GIft Guide!

Hey huns!
So who can believe that its only three more days to CHRISTMAS!!! This one is a gift guide and although I have already a post on a gift guide for her and a video, I thought I'd do another for more DIY ideas and quick things because you might not be able to get to the shops.

I think this would be such a cute idea for anyone! It's super quick and easy, you just need a mug, marshmallows, candy canes & hot chocolate. (I can get all of this in my local shop) Its not at all expensive either, which is a bonus if you're on a budget!

I think this idea would suit ANYONE!
What you do is get a stocking and fill it up with an array of food, sweets, fizzy drinks etc. Or even just food in general, for example I bought my Da a big box of Fererro Rocher. Also, selection boxes work too!

So this one is definitely cheap cheap! But its the thought that counts, right?

You could also use a YouTube or Spotify playlist. This is a nice gift for friends and family as you can put all they're favourite songs on a CD and whenever they listen to it, they'll think of you! 

(Cheesy I know)

So those are my easy last minute ideas for those who don't or can't go to the busy shops last minute! I hope you enjoyed the post.

Kate x

Late #ChristmasBloggers post || Christmas Decorations: DIY Snowmen!

Hey huns!
So this is my long overdue #ChristmasBloggers post. I had the video made but editing made it take longer. But here it is and I hope you enjoy! 
Kate x

What My Friend Wore to Work

Happy Hump Day!

This is my beautiful friend Rachael!  We were on a work trip together recently and we decided to take photos of her look to showcase on the blog.  She is decked out in J.Crew...one of our favorite places to shop.  I love how she paired orange with navy.  It's such a cute fall look and completely appropriate for work.  I also think the necklace really pops against the orange sweater.  Love her look!

Sweater: J.Crew Here

Pants: J.Crew Here

Necklace: J.Crew Similar

Shoes: Payless Here

Watch: Kate Spade Similar

XOXO Jess

Video || Christmas Gift Guide 2013 for Her

Hey huns!
So this is a quick mid weekish post. I have a video due to be uploaded to do with #ChristmasBloggers, so that should be up by the end of the week! 

Also, I get my holidays in just TWO MORE DAYS! Naturally, I can't wait! So hopefully I'll get a good bit of pre filmed & uploaded videos for after the new year, so I'll be super organised!

Anyway, here is le video, and I hope you all enjoy the rest of your week! (Also, good luck in exams!!)
Kate x

A Couple of Random Things...

Good Morning!  I have some things on my mind that I want to share!!  Random things...

 

First, are you as excited as I am about Radiant Orchid being Pantone's Color of the Year for 2014?!?  I love pinks and purples and this color is right up my alley.  Green was pretty for 2013, but it just wasn't me.  I can totally do radiant orchid.  Below are some pictures from Pantone that I found that are so cute and get me in the mood to shop for these colors!

 

How cute are these cupcakes?!?

 

Which brings me to my next point....I can't wait for Spring!  About two months ago, I was so excited to have some cooler weather here in the south.  However, I did not mean cold.  I meant cooler.  Like highs in the 50s at the most.  Usually that's the kind of weather we have until January, where things start getting really cold.  Having cold weather now, in November and December, makes for a cold and long winter.  After New Year's, I will be looking forward to spring, where I can wear this beautiful new color and be a little warm at the same time!

 

 

Anyway, just thought I would add some color and warmth to the blog.  Even for just a day.  Back to the colder weather and layering!

 

XOXO Jess