Little Red Riding Hood.....Santa's Little Helper....
I have been told I look like both whilst donning this, admittedly rather festive outfit. 'Mrs. Clause' is another one I've heard....
Anyway, I love the bright red colour of this dress and the flattering skater fit (does it look better with or without a belt? thoughts?) especially with the run up to Christmas it is a definite festive favourite of mine. It's originally from Zara and was seen back in January on Frankie from The Sats (still so curious about her 'rehab' stint...)
And you can now get decent copies or similar dresses on websites like boohoo or second hand/used on eBay - I suggest you search for thing like 'Red skater' or 'Red Zara' to try and find the dress!
As you can see I have a new SLR camera but really don't have a clue how to use it yet hence the million attempts at outfit of the day photos! I will work out how to use it soon I promise.
I'm supposed to be at the Look Magazine makeup launch right now but due to unforeseen circumstances I couldn't go at the last minute so that is why I was wearing the outfit above and I was even wearing my new Look Double Hit Lipstick in honour of the event - so I decided to add this little clip from a new video below where I show the lipstick.
Enjoy!
xx
BINTM Footage (Part 2) - Lauren Goodger Lauren's Way Interview
Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model Series (Part One)
A face without freckles is like a sky without stars...
Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model - Sneak Peak Video Footage!
SUPER EXCITING NEWS - Jennifer Rosellen is now collaborating with....
- Sony HD TV Studio
- Portable recording and broadcast equipment
- Video (Final Cut Pro) and audio editing suites
- Foley "voice-over" studio
- Interactive media studios equipped with Apple computers
- Desktop publishing and print (news) studios
- Design/ideas studio
Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model Live 24 Hour Bloggers Bargain!
The TOWIE girls would be so proud of me...
Last Thursday I had my first night out in Bournemouth so I decided to channel my inner TOWIE goddess and go for big hair, big lashes, big heels...... and a teeny tiny dress
I used Black Ice as an eye shadow all over my lid and underneath and I bought Pink Champagne with the idea of using it as a cheek highlighter and I think it looked great. Fantastic colour pay off and just the right amount of shimmer - very impressed.
Eylure 110 False Lashes and 2true Nail Varnish Shade 9 (Chanel dupe?)
Fancy three mini Benefit products for NINE POUNDS?
'Exclusive tan about town gift set by Benefit. Designed to give you a natural looking tan in an instant, the kit contains miniature versions of the some kind-a gorgeous, foundation fixer in medium for a flawless base with a hint of colour, the bronzing blusher Hoola for a subtle glow and Benefit's classic BADgal lash mascara to finish off the look.'
I think it's a pretty amazing offer and I've just snapped one up! Thought it was too good not to share with my blog readers and twitter followers :) Let me know if you buy!
The Facts about Botox - with Dr Andrew Douglas
If you follow me on twitter or are a regular reader you will undoubtedly have realised by now that I am not one to shy away from the surgeons knife. I'm all for boosting your confidence in any way that you feel is right for you and I'm keen to learn more about and explore every beauty-related avenue possible, so when I was offered the chance to hear the expert Dr.Douglas from No.11 Harley Street Harley Street explain the in's and out's of the latest non-surgical facial aesthetic procedures available - I absolutely jumped at the chance.
Murad Bloggers Event and Murad Skin Perfecting Primer Review
On Monday I attended the Murad Bloggers Event. The products that really caught my eye and captured my attention were the Skin Perfecting Primers and the Eye Lifts. This is Murads first foray into make-up and it is a 'Hybrids' makeup range. This means that the products are basically high performance treatments specifically formulated not only to improve skins health but also contain a skin perfecting cosmetic to disguise flaws. So each product combines two high performance technologies into a single convenient 2-1in-1 problem solver allowing you to simultaneously treat and mask your skin concerns.
Collection 2000 Range and Collaboration with Diana Vickers
On Wednesday evening as the sun set on an unexpected Indian Summers day in London myself and a dozen or so other Bloggers sat in a dimly-lit,make-up, candle and cocktail filled room for the Collection 2000 Bloggers event. Champagne in hand we wandered around the tables sampling the delights that this budget-friendly brand has to offer.
Eyebrow Tinting - Eylure
Veneers - Temporary Veneer fitting at The Harley Street Smile Clinic
The main question I have been asked is about pain! I can honestly tell you that there was absolutely no pain involved. If you watch the video below I explain how the numbness of the gums and lips does feel very strange and makes it difficult to talk (it's not a good look!) but at no point did I ever experience any pain. A numbing cream was applied before any injections and although I was actually warned I would 'probably feel the first one' - I didn't. I had eight injections in total (one injection for every veneer!) and I did not feel anything. Having my teeth filed down and my gums shaped did make a loud noise (a whirring sound then a beeping sound) and it smelt like burning, but I was warned by the dentist about each of these things so I wasn't alarmed and it did not last for a long time - and again, there was no pain.
I am a very nervous patient and when I went into the appointment I was shaking all over and I had the typical 'tight chest' that you may have experienced if you ever get anxious. The one thing I would warn you about is that the injections contain adrenaline which makes your heart race - I didn't realise this until I said 'My heart is beating really fast it's racing' then it was explained to me that was due to the adrenaline and next time he would use the injections that did not contain it. I think if you're prepared for it, it's fine, as it passes after a few minutes but that wasn't a very nice experience - if you're a nervous patient I suggest seeing if you can have injections without adrenaline (you probably don't need anymore!!).
Below is a camera phone photo of my temporary veneers. You can also see them in the video below. As you can see I have had the top eight teeth veneered and my gum shaped.
I have spent years looking around for veneers at a price that is not ridiculous and finally found that at The Harley Street Smile Clinic which is why I want to share my experience with all of you.
If you send an email to Jill@harleystreetsmileclinic.co.uk including the following:
-Photos of your teeth
-What you want to change about your smile
Then Jill will call or email you back with the different options you might have for treatment and the likely costs involved. This is exactly what I did as I thought it was fantastic to be able to get a rough idea of cost without paying £70 to be quoted something astronomical like £20,000 so you're mouth nearly falls off in shock but you have to pretend like you have that kind of money and you're going to drive home in your Rolls Royce to your mansion and discuss it with your butler - when really you just had a mini heart attack and died a little inside (this is what happened to me in Weybridge a few years ago!)
I have genuinely been quoted between £12,000 and £20,000 for veneers. Eight veneers at The Harley Street Smile Clinic has cost me just under £5,000 which is the best price I have found (and believe me, I have looked). The Clinic also does teeth whitening, Invisalign and other treatments and they always have amazing deals on so I would highly rec commend them for their prices as well as their friendly approach and professionalism (plus the fact they've done a bloody good job on my teeth!)
You can find their website here and their twitter is @HarleyStSmile. The direct link to the free E-Consultation page can be found here.
I cannot recommend The Harley Street Smile Clinic enough and if you are considering any kind of dental treatment why not send Jill a quick email as it's free and I'm positive you'll be pleasantly surprised with the cost! Additionally, if you haven't signed up to Groupon yet then scoot on over there and whack in your email address because ever since I have signed up I have got an email almost every other day about tooth whitening,invisalign,inman aligners and all sorts - I cannot vouch for how good these places are only that they appear to have a lot of great deals on a lot of the time!
If you have any more questions please leave them below.
xxxx
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Rimmel London and Kate Moss Ten Year Anniversary Party
Last night I was lucky enough to attend the Rimmel London and Kate Moss tenth anniversary party at Battersea Power station. After security had confirmed our names we were admitted through the iron gates and were immediately greeted with the awe-inspiring sight of this ancient Art Deco derelict building with it's façade now emblazoned with Union Flags and Kate's iconic catchphrase 'Get the London Look'. After walking down the red carpet, past the throngs of paparazzi and through the hazily lit pathway into the venue itself guests were surrounded by dozens of billboards showcasing the ten years of collaboration between Kate Moss and Rimmel London. It's amazing to think just how long Kate has been gracing our screens as a Rimmel London Ambassador!
Candy Yum Yum (MAC)
Red lip revisited
If you cast your minds way back to December 2009 (or just click here to refresh your memory) you may remember that I briefly flirted with the idea of rocking the red lip. This love affair didn't last long and I quickly reverted back to my trusty pinks and nudes.