Daisy Jewellery

I'm always on the hunt for jewellery, I'm a magpie... I just cannot resist!

Recently I was introduced to a brand called Daisy, who makes the most gorgeous hand made jewellery; including Chakra Bracelets, Friendship Bracelets and adorable stack rings.

"Daisy was born out of a love for the beautiful and the exotic, out of a passion for travel and far-flung shores and out of a taste for adventure." 

This certainly is reflected in the beautiful designs, I'm desperate to get my hands on some good karma chakra bracelets.

I've chosen to start my collection with some of the cute stack rings...

*Please excuse my swollen little finger, I got bitten in spain!*

As you can see, it comes in really lovely packaging! I got the 'B' Alpha ring (24ct Gold Vermeil on 925 Sterling Silver) and the Iota stack ring (18ct Gold Vermeil with 925 Sterling Silver) and I love love love! They are just SO pretty, I want to stack my fingers with lots more! 

I got the L size as I have chubby fingers, but they fit on my middle, index and thumb, so I can change to suit what I want to wear that day. 

Now to save up for a Chakra bracelet!!!

How to wear: Peplum

How to wear: Peplum by bea-atreides  (Polyvore)

T By Alexander Wang short sleeve shirt / Peplum skirt / High heel, Whistles / Zara clutch handbag / Michael Kors Jet Set,

I love the peplum trend and for AW12 and SS13 (so far) it looks like it is here to stay, however, I have to admit I've been struggling with it, finding a piece that flatters my shape rather than making me look so much larger than I am!!!

I love this neon lace peplum skirt from Topshop, nailing a few trends in one item (how's that for frugal!).  I would team it with a simple jersey top and accessories, playing with different textures, whilst letting the skirt be the stand out piece. 

Now I just need to try it on and see if it will actually suit me...

Beauty Buys...

I recently mentioned (here) that I was building up my make-up bag and started with my foundation. Now, I thought that I should reap the benefits of being in Duty-Free before my holiday and treated myself to a new mascara. 

I've had my eyes on a few recently, YSL Shocking Mascara and Lancome Hypnose Star Mascara, however, I didn't end up purchasing either.  I do still want to try the YSL one but I was on the hunt for a waterproof one (for holiday) and sadly they didn't have this option.

I ended up purchasing Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes (Waterproof)...

Dreaming of a Doll Lash effect?

Hypnôse Doll Eyes Waterproof coats every single lash without weighing them down, for a wide-eye look.Results: A volumised, extended, lifted lash look.

I have to say I really like this mascara, it's my favourite that I have used in a long time! I like the brush/wand, which was what put me off the Hypnose Star mascara - I prefer a fuller thicker brush/wand to really coat my lashes. Which is why the Hypnose Drama may be on my list next...

I usually wear quite heavy eyeliner, but with just a few coats and curled lashes, this mascara really does open your eyes and has a great look, both volumised and extended.

As for waterproof, it is the best waterproof mascara I have used, the majority stays put but after a long day in the sun/in the pool it did eventually come off and there were slight grey smudges under my eyes... but nothing like panda eyes at all!  

My other recent buy, which is actually a gift is the Chanel Coco Noir perfume, from my very lovely boyfriend!

So now I smell lovely!

Next on my list is concealer... does anyone have an recommendations or links to their reviews please?

September Style - Outfit 3

September Style 3 by bea-atreides  (Polyvore)

Acne loose shirt / MaxMara long coat / Topshop Leather legging / Givenchy suede wedge / Zara diamante jewelry / Zara crystal necklace / ASOS slouch beanie

This September Style mood board features more expensive items (Givenchy/Acne/MaxMara) and they really aren't realistically within my budget! This is more to demonstrate how I would like to look and the pieces I would like to have in my wardrobe.... 

Camel Wool Coat, Leather Leggings, Knee-High heeled boots, White Tee, Costume Jewellery and a beanie hat.

This outfit would take me into the cold winter months and are all investment essentials.

NYFW SS13 - Marc Jacobs

Bringing back the swinging sixties...

I adore the sixties, so there was no doubt that I would fall in love with this collection...

Monochrome, Geometric patterns, Breton Stripes, Sequins, Fluted Hems, dropped waists - I love it all!

I adore the sequinned dresses that closed the show, and how amazing does Cara Delevigne look?

Not only did I fall in love with the clothes but the hair and make up too!

Bold brows, charcoal eyes and nude lips & a messy beehive - my favourite!