BLOGMAS DAY 19-THE ULTIMATE RED LIP

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BLOGMAS DAY 19

Welcome to Blogmas day 19, just 6 days until Christmas, how exciting!!

If you are still yet to get your presents then check out yesterdays post. I included loads of super cute personalised gift ideas that will still get to you by Saturday- so make sure to have a look if you are in need of inspiration!

Today I am focusing on Christmas Day itself with the first of two blog posts focused on Christmas Day make up. This is a red lip and golden eye combo that looks so super festive and will last all day so no matter how hard you party, eat, or drink, your make up will look on point.

This is a super warm festive look, so if you prefer cooler toned make up be sure to check my blog tomorrow for a nude lip and silver eye duo.  

Blogmas Day 18-Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

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BLOGMAS DAY 18

1 week to Christmas!

Is anyone else super excited-I cant believe how quickly christmas has come around, but I am ready and excited. 

For anyone who still has a few gifts to get-don't worry I have you covered with gifts for Her, Him and the person who has everything! Scroll through and grab some ideas to help you decide what to get for your loved one this christmas!

BLOGMAS DAY 17- The Bloggers Christmas Tag

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hAPPY BLOGMAS DAY 17 lOVELIES!

I was recently tagged by the lovely girls Chloe and Judanna to do the Christmas Tag, and as a self confessed Christmas addict-who loves anything slightly festive of course I had to take part. I'm so excited to write this! I have my Christmas Songs on and I hope you will enjoy finding out a little bot more of what I get up to at Christmas.

BLOGMAS DAY 4: INSPIRATIONAL CHRISTMAS FILM QUOTES YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Merry Blogmas Day 4 lovelies!

Today is Monday and I am continuing my #MotivationalMonday Series to bring you my favorite inspirational Christmas Film Quotes-from the likes of ELF, The Grinch, The Santa Clause, and The Holiday! 

The afternoons are now non-existent, hello pitch black at 3.30. The cold is officially here, and we still have work, plus the added pressure of buying and wrapping gifts and writing and sending christmas cards. Christmas is meant to be the most wonderful time of the year, but boy can it be stressful! (Read last weeks post if you want to know my tips on dealing with stress at this time of year!) 

So here are some uplifting motivational christmas quotes to get you feeling in the mood for some christmas cheer. 

BLOGMAS DAY 1: MY NOVEMBER FAVORITES

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For my first Blogmas post, I had to do my November favorites!



I've hit the shops in November and found some real gems; including a bargain pair of Kurt Geiger Boots, and Tanyas Christmas and Some Kind of Wonderful by Gi Fletcher which I bought with my sainsburys points! I've also been shopping my stash and bringing out some old faithfuls-Like my Urban Decay eye shadow palette, and my Cath Kidstone Mug.

I've included a real selection from Beauty to Books and Boots, and I hope you will enjoy reading about the products I've been loving throughout December! .

Make sure to follow me on Bloglovin to keep up to date with all my Blogmas posts.

How to beat the overwhelming feeling of S T R E S S

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Hello lovelies!

Its that time of the week again where I share some Monday Motivation to help get you through the week, as positively as possible.

This week I've been feeling so overwhelmed. Works getting crazy busy, I've had Laryngitis, and I feel so behind on BLOGMAS. 

Today I wanted to write this for anyone else who is in a similar situation to me; where you love christmas but the chaos of it all is starting to make your mind turn to mush! 

Christmas is about slowing down and enjoying time with your family. Don't sweat the small stuff. Focus on Happiness, great food, and even better company. 

Here are a few of my favorite things this time of the year, to remind myself to make sure they are a frequent part of my life, and to not get bogged down by anything too menial. 

Despite having a very hectic afternoon, this morning I did manage to fit in a couple of hours to enjoy a super cute hot chocolate at a farm cafe in the middle of nowhere with my Mum, Uncle, Nanna, and Granddad. It was so nice to see people who mean the world to me and always help to make me feel better no matter what.

I'd love to know what your favorite things are-comment below and let me know!

have you read:

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY: MY LETTER TO A WORRIED MIND

The Body Shop Gift Guide (haul)

So the other day I somehow found myself in the body shop, putting a TON of their new autumn winter range into my basket. I did manage to get £17 off though with my o2 voucher and a sale already in the store-honestly they have so many good promotions on at the moment if you are thinking of getting anything then I would highly recommend going in now! 

I wanted to share the festive pieces I got, I did get some other bits check out my October faves for the foundation I picked up, as I said a fair bit of damage was done but it was soooo worth it. 

Body Shop Haul:

Frosted Plumb Star Soap
Spiced Apple
Vanilla Chai Tree Soap
Spiced Apple
Vanilla Pumpkin Shower Gel
Vanilla Pumpkin Hand Moisturiser
Frosted Berries Heart Soap

  Have your tried any of these products? If not which would you most like to try? 

Spending over £600 in TOPSHOP!?

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Hey Lovelies!

I hope you are all well!

Time for another Monday post, and today I'm mixing things up and sharing my current TOPSHOP wishlist. I usually do these monthly check out my last post here and there are so so many things I want this month; especially with the release of the CHRISTMAS products! So I thought it was about time I wrote another one. This also follows last nights online shopping, where I sat and put everything I was after in my basket, and it turns out it comes to almost £600!

I am waiting for the black Friday sales and my friends and family discount before I commit to buying anything, so expect a haul in the next few weeks after the damage is done!

I did buy a few bits in town today so I'll also do a mini haul at the end of this post!

I really hope you enjoy a sneak peak into my style, and I'd love you to comment below your favorite piece! I have also set up a TOPSHOP WISHLIST on my pintrest which you can follow to keep up to date with my constantly changing fashion lusts-also pleaseeee comment your pintrest pages below if you have them, I love following everyone over on there :)

Topshop Socks 

All these socks are 3 for £8 and £3.50 each-the Calvin Kleins' are £8 :)

Double bobble hat £14, Bobble Hat £14, Scarf Shoes £20, Beret £12, Shoes £26

Wrap £39, Cardi £42, Jumper £39, Grey Cardi £42

Coat £ , Knit £24, top £19, Sweat £35

Skirts:

£29, £29, £36

Playsuit:£39, Trousers: £42, Leggings: £26, Cardigan : £36

Haul Adidas, Steve Madden and Festive Wrapping Paper

I popped into TKMAXX today and found a few bargains that I had to share with you! I found these adidas trainers I've wanted for AGES for £30, A Steve Madden hat covered in stars...if you dont know I am kinda obsessed, and a dachshund print wrapping paper-possibly the cutest you will see this winter!  

The Top 15 Festive Films of all Time

Welcome to my first festive post of the year! I'm honestly so excited by all the christmas adverts on TV and the Christmas lights popping up here there and everywhere! There is nothing I love more this time of year than a festive film night. Cosying (is that even a word!?) up in a pair of christmas PJ's, getting my hot choc game ON and the fire burning, whilst sticking on a movie marathon of my fave films; its honestly so relaxing and fills my heart with Christmas joy!

Today I wanted to share my top Christmas films. I think these should be on everyone's radar this christmas and I'd love to know if you've watched any of them or what your go to Christmas Classics are. This post is kindly sponsored by Panasonic and you can check out the Ultra HD 4K TV Panasonic here it. As someone who has been a user of Panasonic for years I was more than happy to work in collaboration with them their TV's are high definition with sleek designs and beautifully bright colourful displays; I'd definitely recommend them if you are in need of a Christmas Gift or a TV for your own festive film night!

 MY CHRISTMAS MOVIE TOP 15

So here are my top 15 Christmas Films, and a short synopsis of why I personally LOVE them.

1. The Holiday-By far my favorite film on the planet and a Christmas gem-with THE BEST film sound track on the planet. Delve into the Surrey countryside at Christmas, whilst journeying through the perils of love, and ending up at the most important gift of all...family. It may be predictable and a little cliche but who can't fall in love with Jude law as Mr napkin head, and Kate Winslet helping out an elderly gentleman at Christmas.                                                         
2. Love Actually -This is a Christmas Classic, and if you haven't seen it where have you been? This film is both charming and hilarious, following the intertwined lives of a group of people just trying to get life right as it gets closer to christmas. Its a mix of everything touching on love, family, youth romance and some interesting nativity outfits...                                                                        
3. Elf -Isn't Will Ferrell such a legend. He's hilarious, and so is Elf. It tells the tale of a boy brought up by elves, before discovering he doesn't really belong. We then follow his quest to finding his father and the task of fitting into the 'Real World'                                                                                     
4. Nativity-Possibly the most heartwarming family film out there. Is there anything cuter than a group of kids putting on a nativity, striving to be the next best thing in hollywood, helped out by the ever enthusiastic Mr Poppy and a warm hearted but slightly less enthusiastic Mr Maddens.                                                                                                                                           
5. Arthur Christmas-When a child is missed its down to little Arthur christmas to get ALL the presents delivered by christmas. Its magical, light hearted, and depicts perfectly the essence of christmas spirit.
6. Bridget Jones-Possibly the most relatable character out there. I love Bridget Jones all year round but the christmas setting make it the perfect christmas film and I will always have it down as one of my festive faves-I need my Mark Darcy at Christmas.                                                 
7. Miracle on 34th Street-The magic of christmas is brought to life in this film and puts any cynic in their place, as Santa is helped out by a lawyer and a little girl who go out of their way to prove that santa is real!                                                                                                                                     
8. A Disney Movie-What's christmas without the magic of Disney!? I've put 101 Dalmatians in the pics above but I can watch any Disney film with a box of chocolates at christmas...they are the perfect family choice!                                                                                                               
9. The Harry Potter Series- I personally love a pit of HP at christmas, especially the first two films as they are so magical. I feel like everyone needs a piece of Hogwarts; Harry, Ron and Hermione at Christmas.                                                                                                                 
10. A Christmas Carol-There are so many different variants of this film and I think they are all great. Muppets christmas Carol is perfect for younger children, with narratives from the Muppets and catchy tunes to help tell the dickens classic. I personally enjoy the animated version.
    

    
11. The Grinch -A Jim Carey Classic, this is a love it or hate it film that takes the watcher to whoville where little Cindy loo has to work a bit of christmas magic and cheer to warm the heart of the Grinch who’s heart is hardened to christmas after a bad experience as a child.             
12. Home Alone - This is such a classic and never fails to make me laugh. An 8 year old is left home alone thinking his christmas wish has come true, until two burglars force him to come up with some creative ways of preventing the house from burglary!!                                                                                                                                            
13. The Polar Express-I love this film, its another we always watch as a family at christmas and it's just adorable.                                                                                                                                    
14. New Years Eve-Another of those films with a star studded cast. This one again follows couple's lives through new year's eve leading up to the big reveal of the NEW YEAR. Its also easy to watch and one you can stick on with the girls a festive drink and a few nibbles.                       
15. Serendipity -Mum and I stay up late each year and watch this film. Its an easy watch and again maybe cliched but it's just so enjoyable and who doesn't wish for a bit of serendipity in their lives-especially at christmas

Whats your favorite film to watch over christmas- comment below and let me know! 

The Pearl-fect Gift For Her

A Sugarpuss London Review

Today I was feeling really rubbish, I wont lie. I've had flu this week and its taken its toll on my mood and my body confidence. What I do when I feel like this is have a shower, put on some make up, I would normally put on my fave clothes

-today, I just wasn't well enough for clothes, pjs all the way-

but I did manage my favorite jewelry which honestly always manages to make me feel put together and special. Putting my best clothes on doesn't always mean comfort, but jewelry doesn't expense comfort and can make you feel a million $.

I'm such a sentimental person and I love my jewelry to be special and unique to me- is anyone else like this?

I often opt for unique classic pieces that have a link to me, whether its my star sign Anna Saccone Necklace, or my Pandora Bracelet (this also has my star sign on it, and a fair few quote charms-you know how I love a quote) and I love that the variety of charms on your bracelet makes them completely unique to you.

A piece I am currently loving to wear is my Sugarpuss London Pearl Bracelet.

As a girl who loves fashion, I dont think an outfit is complete without accessories. This bracelet puts a huge smile on my face, has made me feel like a princess even when today I feel awful, and its the perfect gift to give anyone whether for Christmas or just because you know they need a pick me up.

I love this piece its handmade, unique and honestly beautiful (the pictures speak for themselves). Pearls are classic, and go with everything. They can make a simple dress look stunning on a night out with friends, or add charm to an everyday leggings and jumper look.

I also LOVE the birthstone element of this piece. As I said I like my jewelry to be meaningful, and as a December baby Turquoise was added to my bracelet to represent me.

I think this is why I love this brand so much. Being handmade and bespoke, these pieces can really be tailored to you and your own personal style. Im definitely a girl who loves to wear classic jewelry but still remain individual, and this fits that niche perfectly.

The company sent this to me very quickly, and I was sent a picture of the bracelet once it had been made. I cant fault their customer service, and will be using them again for gifts for friends and family.

Not only did I receive the bracelet in a gorgeous box tied up in ribbon-anyone else a sucker for packaging? But it came with a card and envelope enclosing exactly what the bracelet was made of. I think this is the perfect touch for a gift, and made the piece feel particularly special and high end. The website is clear and has a materials section on it so you can completely understand the stones and pearls on your piece.

If anyone is looking for a gift for a Girlfriend, Mum, Grandma or Sister this Christmas I highly recommend checking out the variety of beautiful jewelry ranges available. They cater for all budgets with freshwater pearl studs from £12 to gold bracelets worth over £1000, everyone is catered for and all will make you stand out from the crowd.

Let me know what you think of the Brand, if you have tried anything, or will be having a look as a gift for yourself or a friend!

I cant recommend Sugarpuss London enough, and I am so grateful for them making me this bracelet. I am so glad to have got to know this company and will be using them in future to send special gifts to my friends and family.  

Check out my DISNEY PANDORA UK LAUNCH post for more jewelry gift ideas

*Disclosure
All views in this review are my own and I have not been sponsored to talk about this product.

Christmas party Edit:Black and Gold

For todays blogmas post I thought I would do a classic Christmas edit following a back and gold theme. There are so many Christmas events and parties this year following a classic theme means you can mix and match, looking different every-time whilst only needing a few staples in your wardrobe and switching up accessories. I hope this post is useful, let me know what parties you have planned this Christmas, and what your Christmas staples are!

Emily

Here are a few of my favorite picks this season:

MALTHOUSE PLAYSUIT

ALVERSTOKE CHARM BRACELET

Urban Outfitters Velvet and Lace Frock Dress

Silence + Noise Starlet Fit + Flare Dress

MOP TILE RING

AURORA WOW EMBELLISHED POINT SHOES

AVA HARDCASE CLUTCH BAG

BRYONY FLORAL CLUTCH BAG

SUPER DELICATE STAR & PEARL EAR JACKET

Sleeveless Velour Jumpsuit

Stiletto High Heel Sandals with Insolia

womens schuh gold super fly high heels

TALL Velvet Lace Playsuit

SALOON Ankle Strap Flats

Walking in a Winter Wonderland: The TOPSHOP Edit

YAY December at last! Despite having had our tree up at uni for over a week now...we are Christmas keen! It feels like I can truly start getting in the Christmas spirit now that we have hit December! What better way is there to enjoy this time of year than to put up a festive blog post everyday before Christmas! 

Todays post is my take on a winter walk outfit, something that looks stylish whilst still keeping you warm on a crisp winters morning. Everything mentioned in the post is from Top Shop as I am in love with their collection at the moment! Let me know what you think and what your festive plans are.