Kerrie & Aishling's Spring Time Tag

Kerry from Kerry's Nerdy Habitat tagged us in the Spring Time Tag! Thanks so much Kerry! We decided to both do the tag so Kerrie's answers will be in fuchsia and my answers will be in green! :D

1.  What’s your favourite nail colour for Spring?

I'm loving Barry M's Spring Green for around spring time and summer! 
I'm also going for Barry M in the shade guava it's my first BM polish and I really like it.

Barry M's Spring Green and Guava.

2.  Best drink for Spring?

I only drink two things which is water and diet coke! I need to start drinking more water so I think I'll go with that! :P

I'll go with West Coast Cooler Rose with ice - if we're talking alcoholic!

3.  What goes on your lips in Spring?

I haven't been wearing a lot of lipsticks or balms because my lips do be so dry but I would love to start wearing Rimmel's Mayfair Red Lady a bit more along with Revlon ColourBurst lip butter in Sweet Tart which is a lovely pink shade and super moisterising. 
Blistex! I have a few new lipsticks in Pink shades the one I'm most liking right now is the Modelco party proof in Peony and gloss in Rosie.

Left: Rimmel Mayfair Red Lady, Right: Blistex, Modelco Party Proof in Peony and Modelco Gloss in Rosie.

4.  What’s your favourite thing about Spring?

Kind of stealing Kerry's answer here but definitely the little baby animals! I saw some cute baby animals in a pet shop not long ago! Super cute! :D
The weather getting better, the longer days and all the new life be it spring flowers or baby lambs :)

Lambs & Goat taken by Aishling and lovely yellow flower taken by Kerrie :)

5.  Best perfume for Spring?

While I'm certainly not a fan of Nicki Minaj I do love her Minajesty perfume which I've been wearing a lot!

Can I just say - Ash I had no idea you have a Nicki Mingy perfume :O I wanna smell that.... Anyway I like Illamasqua Freak for all seasons! 

Nicki Minaj Minajesty & Illamasqua Freak

6.  What TV series are you watching the most at the moment?

Spring time means lots of tv shows are ending, returning and beginning! Back recently is Game of Thrones which straight away has lots going on. Me and Steve are moving on to the second season of Hannibal which is fastly becoming one of my all time favourites, we watched the first episode of the new Fargo tv series and started a comedy called Broad City! Both of which I'm loving! Community just ended but we're still loving, as always, Modern Family, Parks and Rec, Bob's Burgers and Agents of Shield! I've probably forgot about some but as you can tell we love our tv shows! :D
I started watching New Worlds on Channel 4 and it's actually quite good so I'll stick with that.  I also started watching Game of Thrones, I'm only 2 episodes in so far and I'm not crazy about it but interested enough to keep watching, but what is up with all the nudiness! My god :P

Fargo, Broad City & Hannibal

7.  Do you wear a different colour eye shadow in Spring?

I loooove my brightly coloured eye shadows but at the moment I'm stuck wearing a lot of neutrals which is odd for me so now in Spring and Summer I will be happy to move back to all the colours! Blues, greens, yellows, purples, you name it I want it on my eyes! I just recently bought Wet n' Wild's Poster Child Eyeshadow Palette which I can't wait to try! I'm also loving coloured mascara which I hope to get my hands on some soon!
Not as a rule - but I did buy two new eyeshadows and they are both pink which is quite Springy! so yes I think I do!  Like Ash says I wanna put all the colours on my eyes right now!

Wet N' Wild Poster Child Eyeshadow Palette & L'oreal Infalliable Eyeshadows in Sweet Strawberry & Forever Pink.

 

8.  Do you change your hair for the changing season?

My hair has changed several times over the last while. At the moment it is short (pixie short) and bleached blonde. I'm trying to get it as white as possible and then I'm dying it a light lavender before dying it green or blue! 
Again not consciously because of the changing season but I did get my hair cut recently! That was more to do with wanting a change and to get the dry ends off but it is now lighter and cooler for me in the warmer weather. I haven't changed the colour though.

Aishling & Kerrie! :D

9.  What kind of music do you listen to in Spring?

I listen to all types of music all the time! But I do have some songs I love to play when the weather is nice and sunny, like recently! I think we will do a blog post soon on spring/summer songs :)
I was thinking at the weekend of making a Summer playlist so I think the sunny weather influences what I choose to listen too, happy bright uplifting music is what I want.

10.  What kind of fashion items/accessories do you opt for in Spring?

I'm loving all the 90s fashion at the moment, especially the grunge side of things, chunky shoes, daisies, check shirt, denim jacket (with lots of pins and patches), leather jacket, docs, chokers, etc. But I also love some flowery dresses, pastel clothing and accessories, maybe mixed in with the grungy style. My style is very varied but at the moment it's the 90s fashion revival I'm loving! I just recently bought a denim shirt from Tescos for only €12.50 but then when it was scanned it went through for only €10! Woo! I've already bought some patches for it that I'm going to sew on! Can't wait and there will definitely be a separate blog post about it in future :)
I've broken out a couple of dresses! and I got some nice converse style shoes from penny's in a bright design.  I'm also wearing a lot of jewelry with flowers on :)

The denim jacket I got some Tescos that was reduced from €20 to €12.50 but scanned through for only €10,  Patches I've purchased so far: Lydia Deez Beetlejuice Patch, Ghost World Frilly Heart Patch, Ghost World "Everyone's Too Stupid" and Enid Coleslaw Patch all by AboveNostalgia, Bite Me Bat Patch.
Patches I will be purchasing: Lumpy Space Princess Patch Set, The X Files I Want To Believe Patch and an amazing Glenn Danzig Brooch.

Awesome flowery shoes from Penneys/Primark & assorted flowery jewelry.

We tag:
Polished&Primed
NerdBurger
Makeup Monster
EmilyNoel83 (She will never see it but maybe! :D)
and anyone who'd like to do this tag! :D


That was lots of fun! Thanks again to Kerry from Kerry's Nerdy Habitat for tagging us! :D

Wishlist: New Look - Halloween!

I love love anything Halloween related. I already have so many decorations bought that I will be using to decorate my house year round! New Look has some amazing Halloween themed clothes that I thought I would share! I'm super jealous of anyone that owns any of these. I might have to wait until the sales before I can get any of these! Especially those amazing jumpers!

Enjoy! :)

#1. Grey Bat Stripe Sleeve Jumper

#2. Black Glow Let's Hang Bat Halloween Sweater (It glows in the dark!!! Eeeep!)

#3. Inspire Black Ghost Knitted Jumper

#4. Inspire Grey Ghostbusters T-Shirt

#5. Inspire Black Glow Trick Or Treat Halloween Vest (Also glows in the dark!!!)

#6. Inspire White Let's Hang Bat Halloween T-Shirt

Wishlist: New Look - Autumn/Winter Boots

The only boots I own are Doc Martens. I love them oh so very much and especially coming into the colder and wetter weather. I have been searching for a new ankle boot though. They give an amazing edge to any outfit and are perfect for Autumn and Winter.

The one I'm drooling over at the moment is this amazing Black Chunky Cut Out Buckle Ankle Boots €39.99. I'm in love with them! I love how chunky they are, the little bit of a wedge/heel, the 90's look and those buckles! Also love the little cut out bit! I love wearing cute socks and would love to have them peeking out! Not sure they'd be great for the very wet weather but still their looks win it for me.

Next up are these amazing Black Leather Biker Boots €85.99. On the pricy side but they're real leather. They're definitely a great Autumn/Winter boot! Keeping you nice and dry while you stomp through everything!And how amazing would they make any outfit look?

I love all the detail. Especially the studded strap around the back of the boot.

With those two being my favourites here are a few more I really like!

#1. Black Patent Lace Up Buckle Boots

#2. Black Chunky Lace Up Heeled Work Boots

#3. Dark Red Chunky Sole Chelsea Boots

#4. Black Stud Buckle Strap Biker Boots

#5. Black Contrast Chunky Sole Lace Up Heeled Work Boots

These are all from New Look as they have an amazing collection of boots and clothes at the moment! Next up I will have a New Look Clothes Wishlist so watch this space...!!

Kerrie's September Favourites

Hi there, Kerrie here with my September favourites.  Here is a quick run down of my favourite things and stuff I've enjoyed through the month.  You can watch my YouTube Video below to hear a little more.  Hope you enjoy!



First up is my new favourite skin care product, the 'Jill Stuart Japan Makeup Cleansing Oil' I have it in the 50ml version.  I bought this as I had read so many blog posts and mentions of people using an oil for taking off the makeup, and so I ended up buying this, I have no idea if it was a recommendation or maybe I just like the bottle! (tis very pretty!) It's a lovely consistency, not too thick but a little more viscous than water.  I just shake a few drops out onto my hand - I love that it has a sprinkler and not just an open top.  Then I rub that all over ma face! and it just melts the make up off, even tough mascara.  Wash with warm water and you're good to go.  
I bought this from Ebay shop AlphaBeauty however it's no longer listed there, however you can buy the full size if you search ebay.  

Real Techniques Buffing Brush - I think everyone and their mother has hear of the these brushes at this stage and I must say I love mine.  I have the core collection and the eye set.  My favourite face brush is the buffing brush.  I used it to buff in concealer and foundation.  It's a great brush, easy to wash and really good value. You can buy these in Boots in Ireland and UK or see their website

Real Techinques Brow Brush - Again this is from my eye brush set.  I had been using my Avon brush, which was labeled an eyeliner brush for my brows for some time and loved it.  However I managed to wreck it (long story) and had to use something else.  I wasn't too keen on the RT Brush at first because it was so much thicker than my old fave. However I've gotten to really enjoy it.  It's a lot thicker and that helps me to have more control, it just works really well.  As before go to Boots or their website

Mac 217 - I wanted one of these for so long and then my BF bough me one for Christmas!  This is awesome as a blending brush, if you only have one blending brush make it this!  I seem to use it every time I do my eyes. So far irreplaceable, I wish I had a few more ;) See here for more details.

Bronze Deer Pendant - I bought this for myself from ebay (if you search bronze deer pendant you might find a similar one) and I love it! especially for autumn winter it goes nicely with the colours and outfits i'm wearing. 

Owl Pendant (gift) - This was a birthday gift from Aishling, like the Deer pendant i've been loving this along side my owl ring!

Body Shop Ginger Sparkle Body Butter - This is a deliciously buttery, spicy treat for your skin.  It was a Christmas special afaik, and I happened to win it last year, I wish i could remember who from and give them a shout out but I can't sorry!.  I had used a little but got turned off the smell, but recently I have been trying up use up extra products I have sitting around before purchasing new stuff and I began to use this again and I really see it in a new light!  It moisturises so well, as my skin can be quite dry. I can react to some scents but this has been fine for my skin and the scent lasts so long.  I can't wait to try more of the Body Shops' body butters!  

Hilary Mantel Bring Up the Bodies- My favourite book of recent times was Wolf Hall and I've thoroughly enjoyed this follow up this month. I actually finished it last night 'SOB' ! I recommend it, a well written page turner, just and enjoyable read and not too taxing.   You can find it on Amazon.

ELF Nail Polish in Royal Purple - Again a hidden jem in my collection since last year.  I wanted to apply something seasonal to my nails and saw this and now I'm wondering why I didn't use this before! it's a georgous shade, I'd say a purple/magenta.  Find it on ELF website. 

Bag/back pack from Pennys/Primark - LOVE this bag, everything fits into it bar the kitchen sink and it goes on my back.  Need I say more!

Blistex Relief Cream - Holy grail/couldn't live without product.  Great when your lips are in bits or just as a base for lipsticks.  I'd recommend this to everyone. I buy this in my local boots but you may need to ask for it as sometimes it's not on the shelf! Find more info on it here.

Boots Botanics Organic Rosewater Toner - As I changed up my moisturiser and face scrub I noticed i was getting break outs of spots and but it down to the pores opening and closing therefore cream was blocking them up.  I started using this toner and it has eliminiated the problem.  It's a lovely toner, no stinging or harshness and it's smells lovely of roses.   This is my bottle but i see on boots.com it now comes in a 'spritz' bottle.

Little Hotties Wax Melts from Bomb Cosmetics - Love these instead of candles at the moment, they are little wax tarts that you melt in a burner and they will make your room smell awesome!  Find them @bombcosmetics.co.uk

PHEW, that's all for now.  Please like, subscribe, share and all that stuff and bye for now!

Aishling's September Favourites

Hey guys! Finally got around to doing not only a video but a blog post about my September favourites! I wasn't actually going to do this but then I found a few things to grab that I've been using a lot lately. I will be better prepared for October though I think! It's strange doing a video on my own so please forgive my awkwardness and stumbling over my words :P Also I think the focus is on the background and not me! Oh well! Enjoy and don't forget to comment and let me know what you think and if you've tried or will be trying any of the products mentioned! :)

PS. I shaved my hair off! I will try and get a blog post up about it soon! :P

No7 Essential Moisture Day Cream

Rimmel Soft Kohl Eyeliner

Revlon Photoready Eye Primer and Brightener

Eyeko Lengthening Skinny Brush Mascara

Unknown MaxFactor Lipstick

Rimmel London Eye Shadow Quad 002 Smokey Brun

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder 

Hanging Skeleton Earrings: Gift from my boyfriend, you can get them on eBay!

Star Ear Cuff: RegalRose (Can't find them on their site anymore but try eBay for something similar!)

In the video and these photos I'm wearing the Rimmel eyeshadows that I mentioned along with the Rimmel eyeliner and the Max Factor lipstick as a tint.

Something I forgot to do was mention some favourite Movies, TV Shows and Music in the video! In my October favourites I will be sure to remember to include them! For now I will just leave a playlist here that I've been listening to a lot.

Enjoy! :)

Etsy Finds #4

Haunting Gothic Skull Wall Candle Holder

I wish I had a mansion or castle cos I would decorate all the rooms with awesome Candle Holders likes this!

Witches Moon Candle

The shape, the name, the glitter! This candle looks amazing and I bet it smells so good.

Wooden Black Cat Collar Clips

Who doesn't want Black Cat Collar Clips?!

The Dark Knight Rises, Bane

A digital painting of the awesome Bane in The Dark Knight Rises. Want on my wall now! 

Sam from Freaks and Geeks T-Shirt

And lastly I think every fan of Freaks and Geeks needs and wants this shirt! :D

For past Etsy Finds posts click here and you can see all my favourites on Etsy here :)

Favourites #1: New Look

 I just love this Lovedrobe Mint Green Polka Dot Dress. Even the orange version of it is gorgeous! Perfect for Spring/Summer if we ever get warmer weather!

There is several colours of this Military style dress on the New Look website but this is by far my favourite. Just awesome!

Now for some other random clothes I spotted in the Plus Size section of New Look online that I'm crying over cos I can't get them all.

Praslin Black Splash Print Belted Dress 

 

 Inspire Black and White Baseball Jersey Jacket

Inspire Green Gingham Check Shirt (very This is England)

That's all for now! More posts coming soon :)

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Purple Haze

I have a bunch of faves I want to share on this theme, there are just so many pretty awesome purple things. Hope you enjoy!

I saw this on facebook and had to share it, I think it looks amazing.  If I had the patience, time and money this is how I'd have my hair!

It's surprising how such an outrageous colour can look so classy.  There seem to be highlights and low lights, maybe a darker purple and silver?  If anyone knows where this picture originally came from please let me know!

This lipstick is from Lancome's Midnight Rose Collection, the colour is Prune Mantille and I WANT IT!

I really do love lamp

A Tiffany Lamp

Rebel With a Cosmos

Kitchen Aid !Sugar Plum Fairy     

Cosmos Leggings from Modcloth, Sugar Plum Fairy from Philosophy, Kitchen Aid purple. Santa please bring them to me!!

Bye for now!

Etsy Finds #3: Halloween Special

Nancy from The Craft and Wednesday from The Addams Family both by Flamethrowerluv13.

Two wonderfully evil women from awesome films.

 

Halloween Skeleton Hand Necklace by beetrims 

Also love the Skeleton Hand hair clips!

All by vontrash

I have no idea which one I want more. Just too awesome!

Woodcut Spooky Pin by AnOldSchoolGhoul

Be sure to check their shop for other awesome spooky pins.

 Beetlejuice Handbook for the Recently Deceased iPhone Hard Case by LuckybrewDesigns

Beetlejuice beetlejuice beetlejuice! One of the most awesomest and unusual things I found on Etsy! :D

Hope you enjoyed that Halloween Special of Etsy's things I found. You can find all my favourites here :)