THE PERFUME WAS MY WEAKNESS

I had an unexpected free Friday, as didn't end up doing what I had thought- but it wasn't that fun so having some me time was a bonus :)
I arranged with a friend to have a gander around the shops and go for some lunch.

My day started off with dropping Alex off and nursery and having an ultimate chill out morning in front of the TV binge watching Once Upon a Time. Got to say, at the moment this is something I could watch day in, day out- I'm that into it! It did make me late leaving my house to head into town to meet my friend as just had to finish the episode I was on.
 If you haven't seen it and into fairy tales but with a twist - get on Netflix and give it a try.

We met at the local New Look a successful shopping trip indeed, I didn't get what I intended to buy but successful all the same :)

Black High-Waisted Jeans - Black goes with everything right? I've never owned a pain of high-waisted so thought why not try them on. Loved them, keep everything tucked in but also better to tuck tops in then normal jeans and this is something I seem to be doing quite abit at the moment

I tried on some bodysuits too as was curious as to how they would look. Do you see a theme, it seemed to be an unintended day of new things out of my comfort zone.

I am in LOVE with this one, the colour, the style I think goes really well with the high-waisted jeans that you can wear casually or dress up! 

But Guys, I need your help!! I really really want a berry colour lipstick to match this top - can you recommend any you think would look great?
drop me a comment, tweet, message
:)

I like this one because of my love for stripes and is always good to have a mix of colour to match with different items in your wardrobe. But, I've been trying this on with different items etc and I just don't feel as good in it as i did in the changing room, so I think it'll be going back to the store, maybe an exchange? Not sure yet though











I only planned to go to Boots for some coral looking nail varnish as was feeling something bright for my toes. I came out with Rimmel - Glaston-berry which is a pretty colour. A coral-pink, bright but not too bright. i really like it was definitely the look I was going for.

For those who know me know I am a massive perfume fan. My collection was getting smaller so over the last couple of weeks I've been having a gander. I 100% did not intend to buy any perfume on Friday haha but when we was having a look we were told an extra 20% off all perfumes. I could not resist this opportunity. It took me so long to choose but went with Flower by KENZO. This perfume is a really sweet blend, probably better to wear spring/summer time but I love changing my 'smell' on a daily basis :)
what perfumes do you like?

We had a lovely chinese lunch at MaySum a buffet-style restaurant I haven't visit in such a long time and got to say I really enjoyed it, I came home afterwards as we actually spent quite some time in NewLook haha and yep I did binge watch another episode of OUAT before collecting Alex from nursery - what am I gonna do when I'm finished? haha - luckily I've had another series recommended to me.
I have a list as long as my arm for other things I want to buy, can't wait to update my wardrobe with jumpers and cosy cardigans.

Love days like this!

LETS TALK MASCARA

Lets talk Mascara, most of us wear it, its a staple product in most peoples make up bags. If I'm planning on not wearing much make-up to pop to my local shop my go-to first grab item is a mascara- it makes all the difference!

I think I mentioned in a blog posts months ago that I was trying to try and change my make up iems as had stuck to the same products for such a longgggg time - when i could possible find something better :) so over the months I've been trying different Mascaras that have caught my eye.

Maybelline The Falsies Push Up Drama

I purchased this Mascara when I saw it advertised in my local Boots drugstore as a new poduct, I thought it was the perfect different kind of mascara to use. I actually really like this product, it definitely gave my lashes some volume and 'push-up' effect. It was easy to use and I really like the wand. The only downfall that I found was if i was rushing to do my make up it would be clumpy. But, if you have the time to build it gradually 1 or 2 layers it was perfect. The tube was really pretty too, really stands out amongst your make up bits.

Rimmel Scandel Eyes Extreme

I purchased this Mascara after a couple of recommendations of some friends as was looking for abit more volume for a night out. Out of the 3 this is my least favourite, I really struggled to use it. I didn't like the wand and the 2 different type of bristles. Although it had instructions on the back of the tube still struggled to get it right. It was. for me, extremely clumpy, every time I put it on there was clumpy bits in my eyelashes. It didn't give much volume or effect other then looking messy-It was generally messy to use- I was lucky if didn't get it all over the tube hands etc in the process. 

I did purchase a different mascara as soon as i could as just wasn't enjoying using this one. Sadly not a fave (thumbs down)

L'Oreal Volume Million Lashes Fatale

I saw a video of this being used on Facebook and was interested in giving it a try. when I did see it in my local Boots Drugstore the lovely bottle caught my eye, really love this tube and the colours :)

I've been using this for about a week or so now so its still pretty new but I'm loving it so far. Although it doesn't give as much volume as I hoped but... i really really like the way it fans out my lashes and the way they look. Its so easy to use and no problems so far. 

So thats a few I've been trying, liking and disliking. Whats your favourite mascara, any recommendations?

xx

'IT WASN'T THAT BAD'

I had been having so many issues with ALL my bras since after i gave birth so Yesterday,i finally went and had a bra fitting, which i was quite nervous about. For some people its not such a big deal for others it is; for many different reasons. 

The reason I was nervous is because I haven't been for a bra fitting before and I thought I'd be standing there completely topless with someone looking at my body secretly judging especially because of my 'mum bod'.

I arrived at Marks & Spencers, told the lady assistant I had arrived for my appointment. My 'fitter' arrived abit earlier which is always a bonus. I got taken to a fitting room and asked to remove just my top (which i thought was quite odd). The lady left the room, which locked from the outside which I found really good as no faffing around with the locks etc in between top changing, trying on bras etc. I had ample enough time to get myself organised. She popped back in with a tape measure, measure just underneath my bra where the underwires sit, mumbled some numbers that I didn't quite catch and said would be back with bras to try on. I think I found this part the most awkward of the fitting, just sitting and waiting behind a closed curtain and locked door.

She popped back in with a couple of bra's and told me which order to try them on in-

So the first didn't quite fit, not enough cup support, a little to big on the band. The next one was the right support but still a little big around the band. All about trial and error i suppose. I thought it was okay but I guess thats where I've been going wrong and the reason I've been having issues.- I don't really know anything; as the sizes I got from doing a home fitting was completely different haha!

Third time lucky as this size was the perfect fit- I even plucked up the courage to ask a couple of questions about how it looked etc and how other style bras would fit. In the end I came out with 2 sizes (for different style bras)  and told to try bras on before I buy. (good point, definitely gonna do that from now on)

I had a little nose around at the bras and tried a few on- but I just couldn't seem to find any I liked the style of. I did however, go somewhere else; tried them on as advised and picked up just some everyday bras to start me off. I'm now so excited to go bra shopping- can't wait! But have to wait for payday (thumbs down)
I can certainly tell the difference already by how well the new ones fit, I'm all supported, no straps falling down, riding up, feeling loose. Its great :)

So overall, it wasn't as bad as i thought it was going to be, and I definitely didn't feel judged in anyway. It wasn't as intrusive either, just friendly and professional. Just have to think about how many times they do it a day really for many different people. 

Any ladies or girlies going for their first bra, Do Not be worried- everything is fine and just think about the end result of all the lovely garments you get to treat yourself too.

Where do you like to do your bra shopping? Any recommendations?

xx

BY THE RIVERSIDE

Remember that Embankment I keeping raving on about? Well, I've been back there again :)

This time we attended the 'Riverside Festival' which has been held on the embankment for quite some years the first weekend of August. I've never been before so thought I would take the plunge and see what its all about. We visited on the Saturday and couldn't of picked a better day, the weather was beautiful. The sun beaming down on the event, parks, river, made the atmosphere so much more summery and 'festival' like :) 

I've never seen so many boats on the river before, but it just shows how popular this event is; family/friends out enjoying themselves going up and down the river catching some sun rays. Alex loved watching the boats.

You would probably need a whole day to walk around and look at absolutely everything, it was so big, so busy and so much there - Fair ground rides, amusements, food and drink stalls, music stages (with a variety of music genres) the river, business and history tents and a kids area in the kids park. I think we probably looked at about half of it. Alex had a go on a couple of rides, which he enjoyed and is really becoming a fan of :)  

On the Saturday evening they had a firework display over the embankment, we chose not to stay around for these as after all that walking we were all just abit tired out. I id hear them from my house though and I'm sure if I went outside I would of caught a glimpse.
(I did tweet and article over on twitter) 

Another lovely day- right up there in my list of top 10 fave days. I just really really need to get better at taking photos to show you - to be honest I just find it really difficult in busier places. I'm so glad we decided to go and I will try to go every year if we can. Not only does it make it a nice day out of the house but also spending quality time together.

Have you been to any local family friendly festivals?

❤