Showing posts with label Personal. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Personal. Show all posts

Monday, 21 November 2011

Coming Soon, Giveaway and Follow Us!

I'm aware I haven't updated much over the last few days. I've had a kind of personal crisis that has needed sorted family wise, but I haven't completely abandoned the site. I've been thinking of some new ideas, making a lot of notes and plans behind the scenes, which I will be putting into place very soon, as well as some new buy and try reviews I will be posting over the next few days, including:
  • H and M foundation and powder brush review
  • Rimmel mousse eyeshadow review
  • My favorite fake tan products, including mini reviews on Johnson's Holiday Skin, Sally Hansen Airbrushed Sun and Piz Buin Self Tan Foam, as well as a how to on applying fake tan
  • How I bleached my hair blonde
  • Hair removal techniques
  • A christmas gift guide
  • My Christmas wish list
  • Festive fashion
  • The best red lipsticks - a compare and contrast of my favorites

Please don't hesitate to let me know what you'd like to see on the blog. As much as I write to vent my own opinions, I'd love to write about things you want to know about, plus I love buying and trying new products!

The giveaway is soon to be announced too! I will reveal the details over the upcoming days, so follow me to get involved and watch this space.

Finally, please follow Styliche on Twitter, Google and Facebook! You can find our links on the right hand side of the page, that way you will stay fully up to date with the site!! :)

Friday, 11 November 2011

H and M and City Chick

Our local centre is open 'til 10pm over the Christmas period and while I had nothing to do a couple of evenings ago, I decided to go start looking for gifts, before realizing I actually know what I'm buying friends and family already this year and I can get all that stuff online. So as you can imagine, this shopping trip turned into something less about buying for others and more for myself!

Luckily for me, and maybe for you, this shopping haul turned out to be quite a budgeted one. I've actually been searching for clothes as I'm in desperate need of a wardrobe update but nothing really seemed to tickle my fancy. Is it just me or does everything on the high street seem so preppy? I'm really picky when it comes to clothes and one thing I don't want is to be wearing exactly the same thing as those people that follow the crowd and wear something, not because they genuinely like it, but because everyone else is!

But anyway, rant aside and more so to the point, today's purchases consist of:

City Chick Petite Pre-glued Lashes
As you may, or more than likely will not know, I was pretty much a fake lash virgin up until recently. I've tried them an amazing grand total of... 2 times to date! I know that is dire and you'd think a beauty addict such as myself would at least have adequate experience with fake eyelashes. But no. I've seen so many lash disasters on other's where they've not been stuck on properly, have been coming loose, the falsies have descended from the lash line, the shape and length didn't suit them, etc, so I've kinda strayed from the idea. I am trying to change this though, I promise, and as a result have since purchased some Revlon fake lashes and these: City Chick Petite Pre-glued Lashes. I've only tried them on for a split second and I've got to say, I prefer them to the more expensive Revlon lashes. I'll write a more in depth comparison and review on both very soon though.



City Chick Leopard French Nails

Just before Halloween I purchased some of the same brand, except they had little purple polka dotted tips on them. They were really cute but I didn't expect much as they were so cheap, but they are actually now my new favourite fake nail brand! The nails are a petite size, so they're very short and look extremely natural. I find it a lot easier to type and text whilst wearing them too so they're suitable for day to day use. I went into the store to pick up some more today and noticed they had more styles and patterns in store so bought some of these lovely leopard printed ones (I love a bit of leopard print, me).



H and M Double Ended Foundation and Powder and Smokey Eye Brushes
My camera's broken :( And I couldn't find any good images of the brushes online, which is unfortunate, but as soon as it is fixed I will post some photo's of them.

I've needed a new foundation brush for a while. Recently I've been using the back of the hand, finger to face application, but I've decided that using a brush is a little more efficient and possibly more hygienic when washed regularly. In the same breath, I lost my other angled liner brush and my current shadow brush is more so for precision rather than for blending a smokey eye, which is indeed my favourite look. So how fortunate that I came across these brushes in H and M? I had no idea the quality would be so good either. They're made of synthetic hair and are very smooth, so I suspect good application.

The brushes are dual ended so on one is a large, fluffy powder brush and a foundation brush and the other - the "Smokey Eye" brush- a small, rather fluffy eyeshadow brush and on the opposite end a sleek, angled, both set on this rather chic looking, black handle.

H and M Nail Varnish Set
I've never been a big nail type of girl. I'm incapable of crying if one broke because, quite frankly, they wouldn't - I don't have any. But I'm going to try to stop biting them soon and I treated myself to some new nail varnish as a way of persuading myself, I guess. The set comes in a lovely blood red shade (perfect for the Christmas season), bright purple (my favourite colour) and black. I'll do some swatches, comparisons and reviews at a later date.

Simple Moisturising Facial Wash
I get dry skin throughout the winter months and couldn't find any E45 Emollient Wash anywhere. It's usually my face wash of choice when my skin is dry, but I heard this one was good.







Tuesday, 8 November 2011

Fashion and Beauty Survey - Get to know Me!

Here's a little fashion and beauty survey I found online I thought I'd share with you.

Tomboy or Girly girl: It really depends on the occasion and how I'm feeling. I love the classic, feminine look for a formal do, but right now I'm into the boyish trend, eg: short hair, brogues, etc, as an every day, more casual style.

Describe your hair: Short (just below the chin), choppy, layered and bleach blonde.

Describe your personal style: I really just wear what I like and what I believe suits me. My sense of style is also constantly changing and evolving, especially now that I'm getting older, but as I said earlier, loving the boyish look atm. I love combining vintage with new school trends to create something a bit fun.

What beauty secret did your mother pass on to you? Always wash off your make up at night. I have very sensitive skin, therefore break out extremely easily. It's hard remembering, and a lot of effort sometimes, to take off make up before sleep, especially if you've been out drinking, but I thank myself for it the following morning!

Personal beauty philosophy: Beauty comes from the inside out! As much as I blog about make up and looking good in a certain outfit, it really is important to be confident and happy in yourself and that shows on the outside. No matter how much slap you're wearing :)

Favorite lipgloss: I love Maxfactor Silk Gloss And Mac glosses!

How long does it take you to get ready in the morning? A couple of hours max. It really depends where I'm going/ what I'm doing/ who I'm seeing.

Favorite peice of clothing in your closet: Right now it's my new, black, shiny brogues. They will be worn a lot over the upcoming weeks as they're practical for the wet weather and very on trend.

Do you spend a lot of money on your hair? Not really. I'm naturally brunette and bleach my hair blonde. I'm not really into the whole polished look, so going a few weeks with roots is not so much of an issue for me, I just use Sun Inn in between colouring. I just spend money on bleach and a good shampoo and conditioner to ensure it stays healthy and shiny. But I used to dye my hair different colours every few weeks and get my hair extended, but not so much anymore. I guess as you get older you find a style that suits you and stick to it.

What about beauty products in general? I've been spending more recently on beauty products, mostly due to the change in seasons and weather. I find that my skin changes, so I have to adapt my make up.

Would you ever have plastic surgery? Never say never. Just like anyone, I'm only human, I have insecurities. There are things about me I would like to change. Whether I'd take such a drastic approach is another story.

Biggest fashion no no: Wearing things that don't fit you. There's nothing worse than seeing someone spilling out their clothes. Not everyone's a size 00, and that's perfectly fine. We were all born different shapes and sizes, but just make sure you dress for your body shape and size.

What is the trend you dislike the most? I've never been a big fan of tweed.
Ever been to a fashion show? Yes.

How do you feel about celebrity culture? I believe it's a very tainted industry. The media likes to pull the wool over societies eyes, I guess you could say, and make us believe it's all fun and games. There's a lot that goes on behind the scenes, and a lot of what you see is very fabricated.

Favorite shampoo: I'm a fan of Tresemme, as it's low budget and good quality product. My fave is probably Aussie though, as their products smell amazing!

Favorite body wash: I love fragrance body washes, but I have very sensitive skin, so don't tend to use them. I like E45 and it's especially for sensitive skin and keeps it soft.

Do you tan? I do sometimes. I tend to use a moisturiser with a built in tanner, such as Johnson's Holiday Skin, as I'm not very good at applying proper tan.

What is your most important beauty product: Probably cleanser for when I have bad skin break outs as it helps keep it clear.

Would you ever go out in public without make up?
Not really. I like to think I make myself presentable, even if I'm just going to the shop.


Do you think you are fat? No, I'm perfectly healthy for my age and height.

What size jeans do you wear? 8/10

Who is your favorite celebrity? I love Pixie Lott for her sense of fashion. She's beautiful inside and out.

Who is your least favorite celebrity? I don't think I have a least favourite. Maybe someone who has celebrity status off the back of someone else.

Do you like metrosexual boys? Not if he spent more time getting ready than me, LOL!

What kind of toothpaste do you use? Colgate? I like anything that whitens my teeth, too.

Physical or intellectual beauty? As much as I love the idea of physical beauty, intellectual is deffo the one to watch, aha.

Favorite makeup line: I love Pixi Beauty atm, also Maxfactor on a budget, Chanel and Mac if you have the cash to splash.

Favorite skincare line: Anything that helps my skin when I break out. I'm a big fan of Neutrogena's cleanser's on a budget, Clearasil or Clean and Clear as I break out easy or E45 for when my skin is dry.

Do you look up to anyone in the fashion industry? Not particularly. I dress for me and for what I like, although I admire a few people's sense of style.

Ever want to be a make up artist? I would love to be a make up artist!

Describe your beauty routine: It depends on the day. I'll wake up, cleanse, tone, moisturise. And on top of that, prep with a primer and apply make up if I'm going out. I do the same at night, or use face wipes if I'm feeling lazy.

Is there anything you absolutely CAN'T wear? I don't believe there is.

Ever feel ugly? I think everyone get's down from time to time, no matter how beautiful you are.

Best quick fix: It sounds trivial, but just taking a hot shower, using some of my fave products and performing my usual beauty routine freshens me up. Especially before bed.

Who has great style? Pixie, Alexa Cheung, Agyness Deyn. I could go on.

Do you steel style ideas from friends? I think we all steal ideas from each other, although I believe our senses of style are all quite different.

Do you have a look? I have my own look, which changes a lot. It's a mix and match of fashions over the last few decades, including vintage, more new school trends which overall is quite fun and quirky.

Favorite perfume: Next Just Pink is my fave right now! It's really cheap too!

Feel free to post your answers in the comments, if you like!