My top 5 | Perfume

1. Diesel Fuel For Life Unlimited - £49.50 for 50ml

This has been one of my favourite perfumes for a few years now. Initially attracted to the bottle, Diesel's Fuel for Life Unlimited quickly became one of my signature scents. Launched in 2008 and not as popular as it probably should be, Fuel For Life mixes woody scents with spicy and fruity undertones to create a modern and sexy fragrance. The bottle comes encased in a net covering and the brown and golds give the perfume a sophisticated, yet modern feel. One of my all time favourite understated perfumes and one of the first I grab when heading out for a night with the girls, Fuel For Life Unlimited is the perfect feminine fragrance and then some.  

2. Paco Rabanne Black XS - £38.50 for 50ml

A Paco Rabanne fragrance that isn't 1 million, can you believe it. As lovely as the 1 million scents are, Black XS is much more suited to my style. More hard and 'rock and roll' than 1 million, this perfume combines vanilla based scents with cranberry to create a floral scent that contrasts both innocent and sensual. Although not as well known as the more popular Rabanne scents, Black XS is just as gorgeous and, despite the appearance of the bottle and package, and some of the underlying scents, is just as feminine. Probably the scent that i've been wearing the longest, i'm always guaranteed to receive a few complements when i'm wearing this, and the connotations suit me down to a T. Paco Rabanne can do not wrong when it comes to perfumes, but Black XS definitely comes out at number one for me. 

3. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue - £48.50 for 50ml

The one that David Gandy advertises topless on that boat, D&G Light Blue is probably my all time fave fragrance. The packaging is admittedly nothing special, and coming in a simple velvet powder blue box, doesn't stand out much on the shelf when placed amongst Vera Wang and Marc Jacobs. However, this light floral scent that mixes musk with jasmine is the perfect perfume to take you from day to night. It's pretty strong so not a lot is needed to create an impression, and with its individual mix of citrus fruits and cedarwood packs a punch without being too sickly whilst leaving you smelling refreshed. Perfectly suiting all seasons and all occasions and described as a perfume to represent the aroma of sparkling summer days yielding to evocative evenings, Light Blue does exactly that and will no doubt remain a staple on my shelf for years to come. 

4. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb - £57.50 for 50ml

Admittedly not the biggest fan of strong floral scents, Flowerbomb was the one to convert me. Still not as sweet as a typical 'floral' scent, the fragrance remains feminine, fresh, and delicate, combining a bouquet of jasmine, rose and orchids. Packaged in a bottle reminiscent of a hand grenade, Flowerbomb contrasts innocent with mysterious and it's easy to see why it's so popular. Described as a play on opposites that explodes into a burst of sensations with its addictive floral notes that is distinctively couture, Viktor & Rolf have produced a perfume that is fresh and sexy, and perfect for any age. The newest addition to my perfume collection, however slowly becoming my signature scent, Flowerbomb is the perfume I like to save for the most special occassions. 

5. Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess - £46.50 for 100ml

Released every year as part of Estee Lauder's 'Bronze Goddess' limited edition range, i've been after this perfume for years however have never managed to grab one before it completely sold out. I bought it this year with a slight 'YOLO' frame of mind and i'm bloody glad I did. Bronze Goddess optimises holidays and summer. With strong scents of coconut and under tones of amber and sandalwood, spraying this scent makes you wish you were somewhere far away from the misery of the UK. The packaging is sleek, stylish and timeless and i've found myself wishing i'd have picked up another bottle to carry me into the Autumn months. Definitely living up to the hype, it will be a scent that I can see myself repurchasing every year. Perfect for complimenting a tan, real or fake, Bronze Goddess is summer in a bottle. 

Lately I'm Loving... | Printed Joggers

 L-R Miss Selfrige, River Island, River Island, River Island, Topshop

As a student comfort and sleep trumps pretty much anything else; I'd much rather have an extra 10 minutes in bed, shove on a pair of leggings and go than spend any longer than necessary picking out a decent outfit to sit in a couple of lectures in. Up until a few months ago i'd have never dreamed of wearing anything other than leggings (jeans occasionally - mainly when my leggings needed washing and I hadn't yet got round to it). That is, until now. The printed jogger is every lazy girl's dream - comfy enough to shove on when you've snoozed your alarm once, twice or five times longer than needed, yet still stylish enough to look like you've actually made an effort. I am in love.

They're bang on trend at the minute and the high street is full with a medley of styles so you're guaranteed to find a style and print to suit you. The best part is that the majority of styles are 100% cotton and have an elasticated waist, literally making them a more socially accepted jogger and my favourite on-trend fashion piece that's hit the high street for a long time. 

They're suitable for all ages - I have a pair, my sister has a pair, and my mum has a pair - cheap, and can easily be dressed up or down. Pair with an oversized top, a pair of converse and a messy bun for a relaxed look during the day, or with a cami, a killer heel and a red lip for a night sipping cocktails with your best girl friends. 

Comfort, style and versatility. What's not to love?

Product Wishlist | High End Edition

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow Pomade - Very much becoming more and more obsessed with my eyebrows as the year goes on, this little product has been at the top of my wishlist for months. I've heard nothing but brilliant things about it, however after putting myself on a makeup ban i'm having to wait until i've ran out of my current eyebrow product until I can purchase.

Illamasqua Pigment in 'Androgen' - This multipurpose product is my shade of peachy pink down to a T. I think I will always favour the age old 'smokey eye, nude lip' combo, and Androgen is a beautiful shade that I can see myself getting a lot of use out of. 

NARS Creamy Concealer - I'm currently on the last remains of my current concealer and NARS' creamy concealer seems like the perfect replacement. It's luminous finish and buildable coverage is exactly what I need to help cover my stubborn under eye circles. 

MAC Pro Longwear Concealer - I'm going a bit concealer mad but I recently swatched this at my nearest counter and instantly fell in love. The coverage is gorgeous and easily covered a lipstick stain and freckles on my hand, leaving a natural finish without looking cakey. 

Illamasqua Masquara - I'm currently on the hunt for a new mascara that could easily become my holy grail and 'Masquara' by Illamasqua seems like it could just be the one to do it. The product lengthens and defines lashes and (apparently) doesn't flake. It's very very black and the more I look at it the more I want it. 

MAC Fix + Setting Spray - Apologising in advance, but I'm afraid I commit the biggest beauty sin and set my makeup with hairspray. A setting spray has never been at the top of any wishlist of mine, however just lately i'm finding myself wanting one a lot more. Fix+ sets makeup whilst refreshing the skin and taking away the 'cake' that too much foundation and powder can sometimes cause. Gimme!  

My top 5 | High Street False Lashes

Over the past few months my love affair with false lashes has reached an all time high, however, I've been wearing false lashes on and off for the best part of six years and I've tried and tested my fair share during this time. For me, Eyelure come head and shoulders above the rest; they're cheap and cheerful, reusable and look and feel light and natural when applied to the lash line. Still, there's a few even cheaper surprises hiding within the high street - here's five of my faves for under a tenner.

1. Eylure Nadine Coyle Girls Aloud - £5.59 @ Boots

Pretty much my fail safe lashes these are perfect for creating volume, length and texture. They're a dream to apply, can be used four or five times before they start to show wear and tear and I never find myself having to re apply throughout the night. All the lashes in the Girls Aloud range are gorge depending on what you're looking for and the Kimberly ones come a close second to these for a more natural, however still dramatic look. Described as a 'plush, layered style for a cool, offset look', these lashes do exactly what they say on the tin.




2. Collection 2000 Luscious Lashes Natural - £2.99 @ Boots

Despite only offering two different styles of lashes, these Collection 2000 naturals are perfect for daily wear. Before discovering these I'd never even considered wearing false lashes on a day to day basis, however these create a very natural effect, giving your own lashes a bit of extra length that, unless you're truly blessed, mascara just can't achieve. They do sometimes need a bit of a trim at either ends as the strip runs slightly longer than the lashes and can cause some discomfort, but at less than £3 a pop and the ability to reuse them around three times, who's gonna complain?

3. Eylure 'Ultra Glam' 120's - £5.39 @ Boots

A step up from the classic 116 lash, Eylure 120's add length and volume without being too dramatic. As with all Eylure lashes these apply with ease and last throughout the day and night without unsticking at the corners. The longer spikes that sit between much shorter lashes give the 120's an evening look without overcrowding the eyelid, making them perfect for gals with smaller eyes such as myself. I'd happily wear these both throughout the day or during a night out when I want to mix it up a bit and give myself a bit of a break from my typical Girls Aloud choice. Cheap, comfortable and versatile - a winning combo. 



4. Hedkandi 'Twisted Disco' by Eylure - £6.50 @ ASOS

Described as a collaboration perfect for ensuring that your lashes last as long as the music when away on a girls' holiday, the Hedkandi by Eyelure range does exactly that. I bought the 'Twisted Disco' lashes especially for Ibiza and they managed to withstand hours of drinking, dancing and sweating. Not as heavy as I'd usually wear when it comes to an evening lash, the 'Twisted Disco' lashes accentuate your lashes with length and volume, without feeling at all uncomfortable and have become my go-to holiday lashes.

5. 'Star Eyes' 2 Pack Natural Lashes - £1.59 @ Home Bargains

I know what you're all thinking already and I was as dubious as the next person when first trying these, but they're absolutely brilliant. I use an Eylure glue with these lashes so I'm unsure as to their staying power if used with the glue included, but they're incredibly easy to apply, comfortable, long wearing and can be used easily over five times. They're good enough to rival lashes five times their price and are my new go-to lashes that I've found myself reaching for daily. A perfect dupe for Eylure 116 and the Collection lashes mentioned above - albeit slightly shorter in length -, I can't sing the praises of these lashes enough. Don't knock 'em until you've tried 'em!