My new craze

Brown lip craze

So recently I've been trying to break a rut. I seem to always gravitate to the same lip colours. So I'm pushing myself out of my comfort zone. Brown. This is the new colour I have been trying out.

Now I'm going to apologise now before you go any further. My lips have been horrible this week so swatches are on my hand. Please forgive me.

Rimmel lip liner in Tiramsu .

These lip liners are super soft and glide on and at £2.99 they are so affordable. I would describe  this as a soft brown I've only worn this twice both times on its own. I think this would look amazing teamed with a darker nude or a gloss on top.

                      Revlon matte balm in Fierce.

So this is a darker brown. I love my other revlon matte balm so when I saw they did a brown I grabbed it. I have braved wearing this three times and received compliments. As I'm pale I think it could wash me out but I love the formula and will keep on trying to wear it. 

Max factor 070 in Spicy.

 This has been my go to. This is an orangey brown that is so wearable. The bonus it doesn't budge eating drinking no problem. Apply the colour 60 seconds later apply the balm and your lipstick is locked all day and the colour is gorgeous. Yes it's a bit more expensive but the quality is so worth it.

                 Rimmel lipstick in Coffee shimmer

This lipstick is a moisturising formula and normally  I go for matte lipsticks. However, I am trying new colours so I thought I would try a new formula. This lipstick has a little bit of sparkle but I think this will be a great lipstick for day to evening looks.

So do you stay safe with lipsticks? Are you in a makeup rut? I'd love to know.

Thanks for reading this post and i'll see you next time. Xoxo

Kiko Campus Idol range

                        Last month I attended Hull bloggers meet up where we were all gifted goody bags. To my surprise there were a lot of Kiko products in my goody bag. Kiko is a brand that I have wanted to try for a long time, their new range especially.

The new range is called campus Idol and screams American cheerleaders to me. The logo and colour scheme is cute and playful and eye catching.

What I received.

The first thing I noticed was the larger box which is a beautiful purple. This is Kikos  new face brush. No word of a lie this is the softest brush I have ever felt. The colours are bright and vibrant the orange handle and purple/pink tip stand out. I have been using this brush everyday to powder my face. Although we received this brush for free I can not see it on their Campus Idol range on their website.

Isn't it pretty.

                                Pump it up mascara volume and curl I know this mascara retails at £6.20

Now the packaging for the mascara I am not a huge fan of. the white chunky tube is always getting mucky, however the product I love. The first few times I tried the wand I wasn't sure about how to maximise the effects. The kind of 8 shaped wand is unusual. Now that I have grasped how to use the wand I see the effects of the mascara and actually love it. Normally I go for lengthening mascaras but this gives me lashes that are thick and black and stand out. Thank you Kiko.

chic Geranium

soft Hydrangea

 

I also received two urban sheen lipgloss. These retail at around £3.40.

I have only tried out the darker pink which is called Chic Geranium. the gloss itself feels smooth and applies easily from the crayon. the colour was buildable which I like as I don't normally wear bright pinks. These also have good staying power which is unusual for a gloss.

 

If you are interested in trying anything from the campus range the link to Kiko is Here.

Have you ever tried any kiko products?

which are your favourites?

 

 

(these products were given to me but all opinions are my own)

 

Until next time xoxo.

 

 

Hbmarchmeet Al porto hull

     I started blogging in June last year. In February I managed to grab a spot on a meet up - a place where I could meet bloggers that are based locally. This excited me a lot as I don't know many bloggers at all.


March the 5th soon flew round and I got ready for the event. The short straight forward trip to Hull  from Cleethorpes started with roadworks but the sun did shine for at least half the trip.

View from the Humber bridge.

After navigating where Al porto in Hull was (I'm rubbish at directions) I came across a tall building on the estuary. That is when the nerves became apparent, although there was no need.

Arriving in the restaurant was beautiful and all the bloggers made me feel at ease straight away. I wasn't the only new face at the meet which was quite comforting.

In the main room there were two tables set with everyone's goody bags on their chair which were full to the brim. 

The tables had been thought out so new bloggers mixed with people who had been to lots of events and had experience, which I thought was a great idea.

After finding my seat and getting rid of my coat I joined the other bloggers in a snug like corner of the restaurant. The snug had comfy seating and lighting to set a chilled mood. Everyone was so friendly and interested in what I did and made me feel right at ease.

After a while we were sat at the tables, served drinks and talked in our tables until our food arrived. We had pre ordered our food as there were so many if us. I opted for the warm winter salad which looked as good as it tasted.

After eating we all had little questions to prompt conversation which I thought was a great idea as it meant conversation never stopped. Time flies when you're having fun as they say and a few people started to leave.

Our table decided we would have a peak in our goodie bags.

Both tables checking out their goodies

Look at it all 

All laid out at home.

The event felt like a success for me. I had set out to find people with similar interests to me; I found plenty.

Unfortunately, one of the main organisers, Kat, was poorly but I hope she makes a speedy recovery. The other Hull girls Jenny, Alex and Chelsea were extremely helpful and lovely.

I just want to say a massive thanks to all the Hull bloggers. I will definitely be keeping in touch and looking out for more events.

Until next time xoxo.