JUMPER - Great Plains*, JEANS - Warehouse, BOOTS - eBay, NECKLACE - Warehouse, WATCH - Fossil

This jumper is literally the softest, comfiest thing I own. It's a gorgeous cashmere jumper from a boutique called Great Plains and it has basically become one of my favourite jumpers! The colour and the slouchy fit means I can wear it with virtually anything. I would definitely recommend taking a look at Great Plains as they ave some lovely staple pieces!

I've got so much uni work and really not enough time to do it in! My deadline is on tuesday so I'm looking forward to just chilling after wednesday and can't wait to go home for Christmas, so exciting!!

Have a lovely week guys!

Custom iPhone 4S Case from Wrappz.com - £18.97*

I literally take my iPhone everywhere, I would be so lost without it, so I'm always on the lookout for new cases for it. I jumped at the chance of reviewing a case from Wrappz.com. I wanted something a little different, I already have a case with lots of family photos on it and so eventually I decided on this leopard picture. I adore leopards, I think they're one of the most beautiful creatures so this picture was perfect for me.

It's really easy to design your case on Wrappz.com, you simply upload your image(s) and then you can add effects and any text if you want too. The case came really quickly and is actually really good quality. All the edges are smooth and rounded and your image goes up around the edge as well which is quite different to a lot of other custom cases.

As a treat from Wrappz they are offering all my readers a free cutomised skin when you use the code 'freeskin', all you need to do is pay the postage!

What do you think?

The winner of my Fashion Union giveaway is Jade!! Well done, I've emailed you :)

TOP - Fashion Union*, LEATHER SKIRT - H&M, BOOTS - New Look, WATCH - Fossil

How gorgeous is this floral top from Fashion Union? I saw the print and literally fell in love with it! I'm not usually big on bright colours, the majority of my wardrobe is definitely grey, black and neutral, however I think the burgundy and teal used on this top is beautiful.

AND as a little treat to you guys, Fashion Union have kindly given me one of these tops to giveaway! The top is in a size M and the giveaway will run for two weeks. Unfortunately this is a UK only giveaway, sorry to anyone outside of the UK!!

So sorry I've been so absent lately!! Life has been extremely busy.

I never expected second year to be so full on, Architecture is a pretty full on course anyway but it feels like this year they are just moving ahead at lightning speed! I've also now got a part-time job which I think I mentioned, but basically the extra money is very necessary at the moment especially with Christmas coming up! Talking of Christmas, how cute is the John Lewis advert? I'm always amazed with what they come up with every year, and this year has not disappointed. Plus they used one of my all time favourite songs!!

So yeah, not had much spare time at all however I'm hoping that I'll start to get on top of my work which will definitely free up some time for blogging, whoop!! I'm just about to start trialling a new sonic facial cleaning brush by a brand called L(A)B. Think Clarisonic only much cheaper! The brush launches exclusively at Boots on the 16th (tomorrow!!) at a RRP £65.00, however it is launching with a 1/3 off which is an absolute steal and a perfect idea for Christmas presents! I'll let you know my thoughts on the brush soon however I think it's going to be a winner!

REN Vita Mineral Active 7 Radiant Eye Gel - 15ml £20.00*

I've never really been into eye care, it's definitely the one step of my skincare regime that I'm not bothered about skipping which I know is really bad. However I jumped at the chance to try this eye gel from REN. It's a cooling, hydrating gel that revives and brightens the delicate eye-area while minimising the appearance of puffiness and dark circles, perfect for a student who has barely any sleep on a regular basis! I've been using this day and night for the past week and I have been absolutely loving it.

The gel is really light and not sticky at all, I just apply a little onto my ring finger and then pat all the way around the eye area. It feels so good on the skin, it's very cooling which immediately makes my eyes feel more awake. While I haven't noticed a huge difference looks wise this definitely helps me feel more awake! It's also made me more interested in products for the eye area, how was I ignoring it for so long?! I would definitely recommend giving this eye gel a go, it really is so good for students or anyone who is lacking in sleep ha. 

Have you tried this?

Zara Double Sided Checked Scarf - £19.99

New Look Black Boyfriend Coat - £39.99
Topshop Berry Fluffy Sweat - £29.00

Bellfield Stained Glass Print Dress - £20.00
Daniel Wellington Classic Sheffield Watch - £179.00

River Island Renaissance Print Dress - £25.00

A few things that have been on my wishlist for a while! Especially love the watch and the River Island dress. They both might be making there way into my basket soon...

HealGel Face 50ml - £48.00*

I'm always a bit dubious about so-called 'anti-aging' products as to be honest while you can look after your skin really well I don't think any product can make your skin younger however that's just my opinion. But there was something about the quirky packaging of this HealGel Face that really made me want to try it. HealGel says it is an exceptional anti-ageing formula designed to smooth, firm and replenish to give instantly plumper, revitalised looking skin. 

It's basically a serum-like gel that feels really lightweight on the skin. When I first applied this I must admit I wasn't expecting a huge amount as it just looked like any other serum however I was really surprised that it left my skin look really healthy and a lot perkier than it did before. I use this in the evening before my usual moisturiser and my skin has been looking so much better. It may be a combination of things but I honestly think that this has contributed a lot to it! Although it's a bit on the pricier side at an eye-watering £48.00 for the full size of 50ml however if you can afford it I would definitely recommend giving it a go!

One of my favourite things to do has to be applying a mask and then snuggling up in bed to watch a movie, so I'm always on the look out for new masks. This particular one couldn't have arrived at a better time. It's from Akane, a brand that I've never tried anything from before, and it's a super hydrating mask designed to leave skin fresh, hydrated and stress-free. It contains apple from the Japanese Akane tree, hyaluronic acid and black tea extract; the ingredient I was most excited about was the hyaluronic acid which is also whats in Hydraluron (a product my skin seriously couldn't live without) and is basically what keeps skin hydrated and supple.

The first thing I noticed about this mask was the smell, it literally smells like sour apple skittles, which personally I love!! The texture and consistency was not what I was expecting at all, its very silky on the skin and quite thin and lightweight. For a product thats meant to hydrate the skin I was expecting it to be much thicker however I'm so glad it isn't as it makes is perfect for my oily skin. You're meant to apply this mask before bed, sleep with it on and then wash it off in the morning. I'm not going to lie, it did feel really weird going to sleep with something on my face and there wasn't much left of it to wash off in the morning. However it left my skin feeling amazing; really soft and just looking so much healthier! I would highly recommend this mask and I can definitely see it becoming a firm favourite of mine.

Have you tried this?

JUMPER - Zara, JEANS - Topshop Joni, CONVERSE - Schuh, NECKLACE - H&M, WATCH - Fossil

This is definitely my favourite type of outfit to wear, jumper, jeans and converse, comfy and so easy! I got this jumper from Zara while I was in Agadir, Morocco for a bargain at £5! I've got such a busy weekend ahead, lots of work and lot of things planned, university has definitely stepped up a gear in second year.

Have a lovely weekend guys.

 Lily Lolo Pressed Mineral Eyeshadow Quad in Smoky Rose - £18.99*

Eyeshadow is definitely my all-time favourite type of makeup, I love how many different shades you can get and how many different looks can be created. Recently I've really been enjoying using this eyeshadow quad from a brand called Lily Lolo, which until recently I had never heard of. This eyeshadow quad is part of their new Limited Edition Classics and Metallics collection and contains four beautiful shades; a shimmery white, a dusky pink, a dark taupe and a rich brown. You probably know by now but I'm really into my neutral shades so these are right up my street.

I've got so much use out of this palette already, I actually really like all four shades which I think is unusual for a palette as there is usually at least one colour that I dislike. Perhaps what is most surprising is the fact I've been reaching for the dusky pink shade almost daily for the past week! I'm really not a pink eyeshadow sort of person but this shade is really subtle and looks stunning as a wash over the lid with one of the darker shades pressed lightly into the outer corner. The shades are all really pigmented and long-lasting too so I can definitely see this palette becoming a firm fixture in my make-up bag.

What do you think of this palette?

 SHIRT - Zara, JEANS - Topshop Joni, BOOTS - eBay, WATCH - Fossil, CLUTCH -  Primark

This week has gone by so fast, I can't believe its the weekend again! Uni has been pretty crazy, we've just started a new project and I must admit I had forgotten how much work you are expected to do... On top of that I've just got a part time job so things are going to get super busy! I'm hoping my blog posts will stay regular but I'm sorry if I do go off track a bit, there's just not enough time!

This shirt is probably one of my all-time favourites! Zara really do the best shirts! I hope you guys have had a great week!

Its been so long since I've done a favourites post. Because I've been away a lot over the summer I hardly bought any new beauty products and so my favourites posts would have been very boring and tedious. However there has been some nice new additions this month so I thought I'd share them with you guys.

Urban Decay 24/7 Shadow Stick in Demolition

This isn't actually a new addition but it is probably one of my favourite products at the moment. Being back at university, I've been going out a lot and this shadow stick is so quick and easy to use. This has definitely helped me master the art of getting ready to go out quickly! I tend to use this like an eyeliner and then smudge it out before applying an eyeshadow over the top!

Pearl Drops Beauty Sleep Serum

I've always thought my teeth are pretty yellow, I brush them twice a day however I think they naturally have a yellowish tinge to them. I thought I'd try this serum which you basically rub over your teeth at night and then go to sleep. Although it hasn't made a huge difference (at £3.49 I wasn't expecting one) it has definitely brightened my teeth!

Mac Eyeshadows in Patina and Soba

I had a Debenhams gift ard and so thought I'd treat myself to some more Mac eyeshadows. Patina is a gorgeous muted gold, not too shimmery so perfect for daytime use. Soba is a gold-y brown colour that looks stunning over the lid and blend underneath too, perfect for a daytime smokey eye!

L'Oreal EverSleek No Sulphates Shampoo

There has been so much hype over the new L'Oreal range and after trying two samples I knew I had to buy a full bottle. It just leaves my hair so smooth and cleansed. Definitely worth a try despite the slightly more expensive price tag.

Maybelline Color Show Nail Polish in Burgundy Kiss

Its that time of year where I find myself reaching for all the vampy nail colours. I love this burgundy colour that is verging on the side of black!

Maybelline The Falsies Mascara

I wore this mascara non stop over the summer and have sort of just carried on wearing it. The brush gives my lashes a really full and voluminous effect. Definitely a firm favourite!

Rimmel Stay Matte Foundation

At first I wasn't sure about this new foundation from Rimmel however I've grown to love it. I plan on doing a full review but basically its a moussey foundation that is meant to give a mattified effect. This sits on my skin really nicely and although it doesn't keep shine at bay for a whole day it only needs powdering once throughout the day!

Whats been your favourite this month?

DRESS - French Connection*, BOOTS - eBay, RING - Primark

How gorgeous is this dress? I love my bodycon dresses yet I find that sometimes, especially black ones, start to look the same however the suede and mesh layer over the top of this French Connection one makes this dress really stand out. And it fits like a glove, so I can tell I'm going to get so much wear out of it! A serious bargain at only £40!!

Sorry for the slightly over-exposed close-up photos, I'm still struggling to work out the light situation in my bedroom. I love that it's so light in my room but its really not helpful for taking photos next to the window ah!