Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts

Friday, 2 September 2016

FAVES | August 2016

Hello September, it's so good to finally see you! I'm not usually one to wish time away, but I've been waiting for this month for a lifetime. Dramatic or what? I DON'T CARE, IT'S HOLIDAY TIME! I honestly feel like I haven't stopped talking about this trip. Oops! Anyway, before I go, we have to get through these favourites. Let's jump in!


First up is the Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Moisture. I've actually been trialing the Miracle Moist range all summer, in the hopes of livening up my hair. Because my hair is so long and thick, I find it gets dehydrated very easily. I've tried masks and treatments, but nothing lasts longer than a wash or two. Since I started using the Miracle Moist range, I've really noticed a difference! My hair's not nearly as dry as it once was. I feel like a new woman. With the promise to hydrate in 3 minute, it's not difficult to work this miracle worker into your routine. Plus, the smell of these products is out of this world! Boots is currently running a 3 for 2 offer on all Aussie products. What more could you ask for?


Next is the Makeup Revolution Pro Fix Amazing Makeup Fixing Spray. I didn't buy into fixing spray hype for a very long time. But after trying this one, I'm converted! The spray promises to protect your makeup from all weather conditions, and a lasting time of up to 8 hours. I did find all this to be true! It does smell a little funky, but I can get over that! The Pro Fix Amazing Makeup Fixing Spray retails for around the €7 mark on the Makeup Revolution website, and can also be found at Castle Pharmacy in Waterford.


The Inglot 854 Full Metal Lip Liner is a new love of mine. With the fear that my beloved Beurre Cremestick Liner by MAC has been discontinued, Inglot has come to my rescue. 854 is the closet shade I've found to Beurre, and I've never been more excited by a dupe! It's a red-toned brown. The formula contains shea butter, so it's comfortable on the lips. This also makes it wearable by itself. It's super long-wearing too! YAY! The lip brush on the other end makes for easy application. The Full Metal lip liners retail at €15.00 and can be found here.



I was intrigued by Primark's new skincare range, so I picked up the Face The Day Moisturizer to try out. I ended up really liking it!The name suggests that it's a day cream, but with no clear indication, it can be used anytime. It absorbs quick enough, and doesn't leave the skin sticky like some moisturizers do. The smell isn't too overbearing either, which is great. The Face The Day Moisturiser retails at €2.50 (a bargain!), and can be found in Penneys stores!


Lastly, this favourite is actually a gift from one of my best friends, Kate. She just came home from a J1 summer in Montauk, and I'm obsessed with the pressies she brought us home! A Victoria's Secret makeup bag, and body mist in Love Addict. The makeup bag itself is very spacious, with two compartments, and the purple colour is just fab! I love these body mists too. They're so handy to throw in your bag, and spritz throughout the day. Plus, the fragrance range is vast, so there's something to suit everybody! While we have to wait until 2017 for our own Vicky's in Dublin, there are stores in Dublin Airport. If you're in Waterford, the body mists can be found in the Waterford Health Park Pharmacy, and Shaws Department Store!


Don't forget you guys can follow me on Snapchat (elleblgr_blog) to keep up to date with everything. Plus, tutorials and hauls sometimes make an appearance!

What have you been loving this month?!

Until next time, 
Elle x 

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Wednesday, 31 August 2016

MUSIC | Monthly Playlist #9


1. Give It Up - Róisin O 
2. Dark Necessities - Red Hot Chili Peppers
3. Pop Style (Ft. The Throne) - Drake
4. Hotter Than Hell - Dua Lipa
5. Toothbrush - DNCE
6. Sober - Selena Gomez
7. Into You - Ariana Grande 
8. We Don't Talk Anymore (ft. Selena Gomez) - Charlie Puth
9. All In My Head [Flex] (Ft. Fetty Wap) - Fifth Harmony
10. Bitter Pill - Gavin James
11. For Free (Ft. Drake) - DJ Khaled
12. Something New - Set If Off
13. Yeah Boy - Kelsea Ballerini
14. Sometimes - Ariana Grande
15. Tears (Ft. Louisa Johnson) - Clean Bandit
16. This Is What You Came For (Ft. Rihanna) - Calvin Harris
17. Send My Love (To Your New Lover) - Adele
18. Best Fake Smile - James Bay
19. Right Hand - Drake
20. Formation - Beyoncé

What have you been listening to this month?

Until next time,
Elle x

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Wednesday, 10 August 2016

FAVES | July 2016

What better way to jump back into blogging than with a favourites post?! As it's been so long, I'm just going to focus on the things I've been reaching the most for lately! Let's jump right in!


First things on the agenda are Makeup Geek eyeshadows. Could you say love at first sight? Uh, duh! These shadows are buttery, super pigmented and easy to blend. They're such good quality, there's a huge colour range, and with a price point of $6/€5.94, they cannot be passed up. My current go-tos are Frappe, Cocoa Bear and Americano. Don't get me wrong, these shadows know how to hold their own, but together, they create the most perfect brown smokey eye. I DIE! Makeup Geek can be found here; on their own website, or here on Beauty Bay.


L-R: Frappe, Cocoa Bear, Americano
L-R: Frappe, Cocoa Bear, Americano
Ardell Wispies and Demi Wispies might actual be my favourite lash of all time. Bold statement, but I'm willing to make it. Both styles are lightweight, and so easy to apply. The thin band means you can go without liner if you're not feeling it. What's not to love? The original Wispies are long, fluttery, and perfect for any glam look. The Demi Wispies are a little shorter, more graduated, making them ideal for every day wear. I buy mine from Penneys, for €5. I find they're best applied with Duo Glue (€5.50), also available from Penneys!



Next up is Gerard Cosmetics Hydra Matte Liquid Lipstick in 1995. It's widely known that I'm a sucker for a matte lip. Add in my new love for liquid lipsticks, this one was bound to feel right at home in my collection. The Hydra Matte formula does exactly what it says on the tin. While it does dry down matte, it's still hydrating and super comfortable on the lips. 1995 is a rose-toned mauve; total 90s vibe. Perfect shade to make the transition from Summer to Autumn! Gerard Cosmetics can be found here, and here, costing $20/€11.90.



Blank Canvas E25 Round Top Blending Brushes are the real dealThese babies blend shadow like a dream. It's no wonder I have THREE of them. Plus, I'm a firm believer that you can never have too many brushes! The E25 makes the tiresome job of blending feel effortless. You'll wonder how you ever survived without one! They retail at €7.90. You can get your own here.



My last favourite of the month is a book called The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater. "For as long as she can remember, Blue has been warned that she will cause her true love to die. She doesn't believe in true love, and never thought this would be a problem. But as her life becomes caught up in the strange and sinister world of the Raven Boys, she's not so sure anymore." I'm not going to lie, this story took a while to grip me, like 5 or so months. But once I gave it a second chance, I just couldn't put it down! While the summary promotes a love story, a romantic element is minor undertone. The story, loosely based on real Welsh folklore, is packed full of psychics, ghosts, and the paranormal. I'm just itching to get my hands on the next installment! The Raven Boys is available from Easons for €11.70, or on Kindle. A little addition to this one; Good Reads. I love this website for finding new books, and keeping tabs on books I've read and want to read!



What do your July faves look like?! 

Until next time, 
Elle x

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Friday, 29 August 2014

LIFESTYLE | ... Goodbye Summer!

Just a little glimpse into what I got up to this summer! Cannot believe it's over already..


summer starts here // foundry nights // happy birthday mama // unholy trinity // bank holiday fun
chicas // birthday surprise from Oz // weirdos // one direction // capital craziness
shameless selfie // costa date // thirsty thursday // fab four // budz
daytripper // soul sistas // baby shower time // spraoi // medieval times
our very own runyon //  loftus hall // hook lighthouse //  mani monday // little nugget's debs

SIDE NOTE: I'm off on holiday TODAY! It's finally here, so this blog will be inactive for a little bit. You can follow me on Twitter and Instagram to see what I get up too! But when I get back, I'll have lots of hauls and reviews for you all! Yay!

How was your summer?! What was your favourite part?!

Until next time, 
Elle x

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Wednesday, 27 August 2014

FAVOURITES | August 2014

Here we are in the last week of August, how has the summer passed by so quickly?! Here are some of the things that I've been loving this month..

Wednesday, 20 August 2014

FASHION | Top 5 ...

Like I said in previous posts, my holiday is fast approaching (9 days!!!!), so this last edition of Holiday Top 5 is going to be my 5 fashion must haves. I'm heading to Florida, and while I've never been there at this time of year, the average temperature for September is in the 90's (that's in the 30's for us Celsius folk!). Here's what I can't go without..

Monday, 18 August 2014

LIFESTYLE | Top 5 ...


Reading is one of my favourite pastimes, and I could honestly read 10+ books when I'm on holiday! However this year, I'm a bit stuck on what to read. I'd love your recommendations! So instead, here are 5 books/series that remind me of summer. Let's dive in!

Friday, 15 August 2014

BEAUTY | Top 5 ...


Today's post starts a trio of Holiday Top 5 posts. With my holiday fast approaching, I've been forced to think about what I need to bring! This means I'm making lots of list, deciding what I can and can't live without when I'm away. So, I'm going to share them with you all! Today's list is the 5 beauty items I can't be without abroad! These are more skin/hair care based, but if you want to see what's in my travel beauty bag, it's here for your perusal!

Wednesday, 13 August 2014

BEAUTY | What's In My Travel Make Up Bag?


While I know most people are done their summer holidays, I've yet to go on mine. I hope you'll forgive the next couple of posts, they are holiday themed. It's been torture seeing everyone's holiday snaps splashed across social media, but now, I get to have my revenge! Today's post delves into my holiday beauty essentials! This makeup bag is from Primark, by the way, I think it was around the €4 mark.

Wednesday, 6 August 2014

MUSIC | Monthly Playlist #6



It's been a while since I've posted a playlist, so this is what I've been jamming out to all summer!

Wednesday, 30 July 2014

BEAUTY | Top 5 ...

I love bright lips all year round, but even more so in the summer months. There's no better time to experiment with bright, crazy colours than the sunshine season! So, what's this edition of Top 5 about? You guessed it.. My Top 5 Summer Brights!