Ilamasqua Berber Pigment and Zala Hair Extensions

Red eyeshadow is something I would have previously associated with the mad hatter, 90's goth and general illness. However I have been collecting the Illamasqua pure pigments which have by far the best formula I have tried. Berber is a shade that I swatched every time I went into Selfridges but never bought, my mum bought it me for Christmas and I have been obsessed with it ever since.

Berber is a dark red copper shade but definitely more red than orange, with stunning fine glitter particles similar to those in the Ore pigment.

Red smokey eyes are now one of my favourite staple looks, being dramatic and glamorous yet more edgy than the standard brown or black smokey eye.

My extensions from Zala Hair, an Australian extensions brand  are my pride and joy. I'm like a proud show pony with all the wefts in, they're the only extension brand I found that have a shade light enough to match my white hair and the best part about these extensions is that they are a true white pearl shade with silver undertones - hence no toning required! I would highly recommend this brand as the customer service team are incredibly helpful - being an idiot I ordered the 16 inch set trying to be cheap, before realising that my hair is nearly waist length....

Hope life is going well for you - side note pls try Ben and Jerrys Dough-ble impact core. As my housemate said it makes every moment of living before its discovery 'fade into irrelevance.'

Winter Vibes

New camera and autumn favourites / inspiration

photo: Tumblr

Photo: Pinterest

Photo credit - Sasha tattooing

Photo: Tumblr

Photo: Tumblr

There is something about dark Autumn nights that just makes you feel so excited for the things that are yet to come. I went out for an evening walk with the dog and took this photo on a nearby bridge, the motion photo feature on my new camera is probably my favourite thing about it and so forgive me if I tend to over-use it in upcoming posts.

In terms of music I have been loving Royal Blood's album and also Radiohead - 'All I need' is one of my all time favourite songs. After Charlotte bought a vinyl player, I realised that I never really appreciate an album as a whole as I'm always flicking between artists. This has really got me wanting a vinyl player for when you want to pass time just listening to music and relaxing.

After getting my first ever tattoo, I am already hooked and planning a more intricate piece. I found Sasha Tattooing on Pinterest and fell in love with her work, currently considering something like this with wings but the placement would be around the rib area.

I recently said goodbye to the top stud of my triple - now double forward helix piercing after losing it at a concert. I saw a picture of this tongue web piercing on Tumblr and thought, well it wouldn't be the craziest thing I've ever done *looks at wrist dermals and sighs* and its supposed to be pretty painless so..... I don't know this could be on the cards, let me know what you think.

Guitar Browsing OOTD

Jeans: Topshop, Top: Vintage, Jacket: River Island, Boots: New look, Sunglasses: New look, Necklace: Topshop

 As the boredom phase of the summer holidays commences, you begin to find yourself taking every oppourtunity that you can find to get out of the house.  For this reason I decided to go with my Dad to the proffesional music technology shop to buy a new amp lead, thrilling times.

However the range of guitars was amazing, I started teaching myself to play the electric guitar in March and whilst I am pleased with my progress, I was way too intimidated to have a go on any of the models in the shop, especially as the resident metal-heads were performing hardcore rock solos the entire time.

I wore my Topshop coated jeans with this Harley Davidson tank top I bought off Depop. It will be a remarkable day when I decide to forgo some sort of leather jacket, on this occasion I went with my cropped River Island one. To switch it up a bit I decided to accessorize with a gold collar necklace to match the metal trims on these new look ankle boots.

Hope you're finding fun ways to pass the summer!

*By the way how gorgeous is that guitar...

OOTD: Extra Terrestrial Arctic Monkeys

Overdressed as always, I headed out for a trip to Llandudno pier with my family. Assuming it was going to be breezy by the sea, I opted for this white biker coat from Primark with my blue Topshop Jamie jeans as they are the softest pair I own, making them perfect for long and uncomfortable car journeys. 

I chose my Topshop ankle boots as they are sturdy enough for walking around in and relatively comfortable too. 

Being pretty much obsessed with the Arctic Monkeys I decided to wear my band tee as I have rediscovered them since learning to play the guitar. I layered my ID collar and my Zara necklace to create a large statement piece because I am really into wearing an overload of jewellery at the moment!

My accessories are probably my favourite part of this look and this E.T clutch has a starring role, despite being described as 'hideous' by my mother. I got this from H&M for £2 the other day so it was definitely a bargain and I can't seem to put it down...

I bought the skull biker ring from a shop on the pier along with a couple of others and I love the way it looks with my Casio watch and arm dermals. A red lip always seems to be my go to makeup look when I wear my hair in a topknot and so I blew the dust off my MAC Marylin Monroe collection lipstick in 'Charmed I'm sure.'

 I hope your all having a great summer!

York photo diary

On Thursday I took a trip to York with my family, I initially didn't expect much because I didn't really know what the city had to offer but I actually really enjoyed it!

We visited York minister but I didn't look round because I refused to pay, I get that people have to make money but it's annoying. Saying that though it was beautiful to look at even from the outside!

We also rambled about the town looking in gift shops, which too were overpriced. I mean yes I would have enjoyed a plush grumpy cat but I'm not going to hand over twenty English pounds to satisfy that need.

We ate in a restaurant called Rustique which I would highly reccomend for anyone visiting the city. I had the seafood linguine, which had a lot of fish, mussels, prawns ect, often I find that seafood dishes only contain a couple of prawns so that was a nice change. The meal was amazing and my family thoroughly enjoyed their meals too.

The next day we visited the museum gardens where I was half bullied into holding an owl. I think the photo above truly captures my expression of fear...

Overall York was a surprisingly good mini holiday and the city has a lot to offer!

Joint blog!

Hi everyone, I'm really excited to announce that I'm starting a joint fashion and beauty blog with my best friend and pretty much sister, Charlotte! We will be regularly uploading outfit and makeup posts so be sure to check out:
http://exploringwardrobes.blogspot.co.uk/
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Grace xxx