OOTD- Floral Dress

Floral dress- Primark

Grey Hat- Asos

Black Satchel- River Island

Grey Socks- Topshop

Black Boots- Newlook

Who can resist a bargain, especially in the form of a gorgeous floral dress from Primark. I just wrap a skinny tan belt around it to pull the whole loom together, whilst pairing it with a rolled brim bowler hat, little satchel, a pair of frilly socks and buckled cut out boots. 

Megan x

My Handbag Beauty Essentials

When it comes to packing my handbag, everything and the kitchen sink seems to end up in there. Yet, I have managed to streamline my makeup bag down to just the essentials needed for makeup emergencies and touch-ups on the go.

I think it is safe to say that a translucent powder is probably the most essential beauty product to carry in your handbag, especially during the summer months, when the weather is hotter and a shiny face is just that little bit more likely. I carry the Rimmel Stay Matte Powder  in my makeup bag, as well as the Real Techniques Powder Brush to control shine without adding extra colour or coverage to the face.

A product that everybody probably has floating around their handbag is a lip balm, something that I couldn't live without. My favourite is the Burt's Bees Beeswax lip balm, yet any will do a good job at moisturising your lips throughout the day.

Something that is not an essential, but I still like to carry around is a mascara, purely for the day-to-night situation that sometimes occurs. I like to carry the Benefit They're Real Mascara as it lengthens, curls and volumises lashes to create a false lash effect.

You never know when you might need to freshen up, so a deodorant is also an essential in my handbag. I am constantly changing the one I use, but at the moment my favourite is the Dove Go Fresh Pomegranate Deodorant, as it smells so summery and fresh.   

I always like to carry a hand cream in my handbag, as I feel it is a necessity for everyone to carry. This Soap & Glory Hand Food is the perfect size to fit snugly into you handbag, and the smell is amazing.  

To avoid any eyebrow emergencies, I always carry a pair of tweezers around with me, as you just never know when you might need them. In my makeup bag are these Ted Baker tweezers, but any will get the job done.

Lastly in my makeup bag is a comb, as I would be incredibly lucky if my hair was to stay in place all day. What with the rain and wind that so often ruins my hair, a comb is essential in my handbag, in order to make it look somewhat sleek and styled again.

 

I hope you have enjoyed this peek into my handbag beauty essentials. What do you carry in your handbag? Do you use any of these?

 

Megan x

OOTD- Tropical Printed Trousers

Grey Vest- New Look

Printed Trousers- Topshop

Sandals- New Look

Hat- H&M

I was drawn to these trousers as soon as i saw them, as monochrome prints are one of my favourite things to wear. These are super stylish and surprisingly comfy: a win-win combination everytime.  Paired with a simple grey vest, my well-loved sandals(that go with everything), and black fedora, this is an easy way to inject a bit of monochrome into summer without it looking drab.

Megan x

Summer Lips and Tips

As soon as summer rolls around, my lips and nails sport brighter, more vibrant hues. With that being said, here is my round up of my top picks for your pout and talons in the summer months...

For a sheer wash of colour, Bourjois Shine Edition in "Famous Fuchsia" and Maybelline Baby Lips in "Pink Punch" are my favourites. They are so wearable, as with just one glide you are good to go, as well as being super hydrating. If you want a more heavy duty, vivid look however, Rimmel is your best friend. The Moisture Renew in "In Love With Ginger" is a beautiful orange-toned shade, that is highly pigmented and glossy.  Kate Moss Lasting Finish in "110" is a bright pinky based red, that, although being matte, is perfect for summer due to the instant brightness is gives to the face. 

As for nails, Barry M hits the nail(geddit?) on the head everytime, especially with their Gelly Hi shine formulas. "Blueberry", a pale, blue shade, that is my personal favourite, and "Lychee", which is a kind of taupe, nude colour have got my vote, yet the whole collection is great. For a slightly more classic look, Essie "Snap Happy" has you covered, giving that elegant appearance to your nails, yet being slightly orange-toned, making it instantly summer appropriate. For those lucky enough to be heading on holiday this year, look no further than Models Own Polish for Tans collection. I have "Shades", a pretty neon-pastel pink, that would compliment sunkissed skin beautifully.

So there are my top picks to make your lips and nails ready for summer. What are your favourite shades for Summer? Do you like any of these?

Megan x

My Everyday Makeup: Summer Edition

 

 I have wanted to do an everyday makeup post for a while as they are my favourite to read about and watch on Youtube! As it is summer (supposedly, the weather seems to think different), I have been favouring a lighter base and a fresher, more natural, look overall. These are the current products I have been using...

 Face

Bourjois 123 Perfect CC Cream- "Light Beige"

Soap & Glory Kick Ass Concealer- "Light"

Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer-"Ivory"

Nars Bronzer-"Laguna"

Dior Diorskin Poudre Shimmer-"Rose Diamond"

 Eyes

MAC Eyeshadow-"Charcoal Brown"(eyebrows+ blended into crease)

 Rimmel Scandaleyes Shadow Stick-"Trespassing Taupe"

Maybelline Gel Eyeliner-"Black"

MAC Eye Pencil-"Coffee"

Maybelline The Falsies Mascara-"Black Drama"

Lips

Burt's Bees Lip Balm-"Beeswax"

Tanya Burr Lip gloss-"Afternoon Tea"

I hope you have enjoyed this little post as i find it useful looking at what other people use, so hopefully you feel the same.

 Would you like to see more of these posts? Do you use any of these products?

Megan x