Baby, it's cold outside...

The smell of bonfires in the crisp cold air, the crunch of burnt orange leaves under your feet, the feeling of soft warm socks and woolly scarves... there's not much I love more than this time of year. It is time to embrace the cold.

What better way to celebrate the start of the chilly season than to welcome a new winter coat into your wardrobe.. and there certainly isn't a lack of choice in the UK highstreet at the moment! So, which to pick?...

TOPSHOP CAPE

I've already banged on about how big blanket capes are this season so I don't need to tell you why I love this topshop one.. I just do! Pull out the mustard tones with a yellow bobble hat!

ZARA CAMEL COAT

Camel coats are always classic, play with the simplicity by adding contrasting printed accessories - I love these leopard print boots from New Look & Striped hat from Wommelsdorff.

WHITEPEPPER DUSTER COAT

The duster jacket is another big trend this autumn winter, it sits about mid shin and is quite light weight. This one from The Whitepper is a delightful ice blue colour and looks great with a pop of colour.

MAKO BLACK COAT

Keep it grunge with this hooded piece from Ma-Ko, the layered arms add extra detail and interest. I love maroon at this time of the year so can't go wrong with a wine-stain-red beanie and biker boots!

RIVER ISLAND SHEARLING COAT

Make like Penny Lane and rock a shearling coat this winter, just add simple accessories and care free curly hair and you are good to go and dance with the band!

COS BOYFRIEND COAT

Another modern day classic is the oversized boyfriend coat, I love the way this coat and bright red hat reminds me of the Wes Anderson film The Life Aquatic...look it up!

All woolly accessories in this post are from knitwear brand Wommelsdorff - Check them out here. 

All Boots are from New Look - Check them out here.

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Vintage Inspired

Hey guys,

It's no secret that I am so inspired by the 1950's & 1960's and vintage style in general but I know some people (including myself) don't have a huge vintage selection.. that's why I tend to use the vast UK highstreet to my advantage and buy & style with the vintage look in mind. Today's outfit post is an outfit I put together from mainly non-vintage, highstreet pieces but that is inspired by 50's style. 

This look is based around this red polka dot body that I bought at Collectif last Summer.. Collectif is an amazing retro brand that makes pieces in the 1950's style, I really love the pieces and although it's quite pricey for me at the moment I always pop in if I see they have a sale and so far I have a few gorgeous statement pieces from them! 

I am still living in my Mom jeans, they are so comfortable and easy to style (If you haven't seen my 'mom jeans' styling post click here to see it!) . plus they are perfect for this 'in-between' Spring/Summer weather. I put on my reversible vintage belt (as seen in my last favourites post) to add a bit of 'real vintage' to the outfit & these cute little red shoes from Topshop!

I wore this outfit on a lovely sunny Sunday to meander around markets & vintage shops in my local area (Dalston & Stoke Newington if you're interested!) Sometimes it's so nice to dress up a bit when the sun comes out isn't it?

TOP - COLLECTIF, JEANS - PRIMARK , SHOES - TOPSHOP, BELT - VINTAGE , BAG - H&M

Hope you liked this post! Do you struggle with vintage shopping? Would you like me to write a post on my favourite places to shop & what I tend to look out for?

I hope you had a lovely bank holiday weekend

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February Favourites

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Today's post is my favourite things from February! I've never done a favourites post before so I thought I'd do one and see how it goes - just to show what things from makeup & fashion to music etc. Hope you like!

Fashion Favs:

Gold Chain - Forever 21

I have really been loving this gold chain necklace

     from Forever 21 - it makes an outfit 10x cooler. 

Sunnys - Anthropolgie

 I've also loved these sunglasses I bought from

 Anthropologie - perfect for the Spring sun!!

Beauty Favs:

Also from Anthopologie is a scent I've been OBSESSED WITH - I bought the coconut milk & mango scented candle from Anthro last Summer absolutely loved the fresh summery scent so you imagine how excited I was when I saw they did a perfume version of it!!! This will be perfect for the summer :)

Morange - MAC

Aaaand my obsession with orange lips continues this month I'm still obsessed with MAC morange! It's such a nice fresh colour!

Revlon - Matte balm

I found the Revlon matte balm stains this month and I looooooove them, they are the perfect mix of matte buildable colour and soft creamy  balm - this colour is Audacious, it meets my  orange lipstick needs!

Random Favs:

I have always loved the chai tea latte at starbucks

but now I feel like I am having double the amount to 

make sure I've had my fill before summer arrives haha  

Orla Kiely Candle

              I mentioned this candle a couple of posts ago 

         -  I got it as a gift and I have loved it so much! It is an Orla Kiely candle and the scent is Primrose & Bergamot ...it's sooo fresh and delicious!

Thats all for now folks! What were some of your favourite things this month?

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Primark Preview - Spring/Summer Shoes

Hey guyss,

Here's a little preview of my favourite picks from Spring Summer shoes that will be in Primark this year. There's some lovely shoes coming in! Now, I have been told before I have quite a different (ugly) taste in shoes!! I like my shoes either chunky, buckled and cool OR sleek 90's heels OR pastel themed prettyness.. therefore some shoes in the post may bit a bit Marmite (loveitorhateit) either way I love seeing what's in Primark stores so here you go:

1) The first pair are a pair of Mary Jane pumps, they are adorable and very similar to a pair I have loved from Topshop - perfect with a pair of white frilly sock and a sun dress!

2) The second are a really cool buckled pair of brogue style shoes - I really like these, they look almost vintage-esque - really different for Primark! 

3)The third pair are a dupe for the Dr.Martins, I have a dupe from Boohoo in white that I love, I'd love to get this black pair too.

1)First is a very 90s style heel, I love the simple black strap and buckle. I would prefer if the buckle was silver or black but either way for the price these are gorgeous.
2) The second pair is a lovely peep toe boot with a buckle as well - I've been eyeing up a peep toe boot from ASOS which is very similar.. I like the chunky heel too:).
3) Lastly is a VERY MARMITE pair of chunky sandals, I have a couple of friends who would cringe massively at the sight of these chunky, Gothic beauties - (you know who you are) - I, however, love them!! I think they would look so cool in contrast with a floral summer dress or with a pair of disco pants on a night out...I knoooow.. they're hideous... but that's why I love them, someone has to!!

AAhh, pastel perfection has come again to Dusk darling style. 

1)The first pair are a beautiful white sandal, to be worn with a 50s style sun dress and red toe polish! 

2)The second are harking back to my 5 year old self - my mumma always told me Jellies would give me blisters .. and they did.... I didn't care... they were beautiful.. I MUST HAVE.

3) Last off all a cute mint sandal - perfect with a pastel themed outfit, nice for a daytime summer party where you want to dress up but not wear heels!

Rightoh - that's all for now folks! Hope you like my Primark posts? I really love seeing what's in Primark since their website never shows everything. What are you lusting after for Spring/Summer?

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What I Wore: February

Hey Guyssssss,

Here's a few of my OOTDS from Feb 2014!

Jumper- Forever 21

Trousers - Primark

Boots - River Island

Jumper - Primark

Boots - Primark

Trousers - River Island

Dress - Primark

Cardigan - tsesay

Belt - Vintage 

Boots - Primark

Dress - Topshop

Shirt - h&m

Cardigan - tsesay

Necklace - Forever 21

Boots - Primark

Dress - Forever 21

Thick tights - Primark

Boots - Primark

Necklace - Brandy Melville

Jumper - Forever 21

Dress - Topshop

Necklace - Brandy Melville

Boots - River Island

Jumper - Forever 21

Jeans - Primark

Necklace - Forever 21

Beanie & Hoodie - Primark

Boots - River Island 

Dress - Forever 21

Beanie & tights - Primark

Boots - River Island

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My Favourite Lipsticks

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today's post is another makeup related one as the last one got such a good reception :) 

I am going to talk about my favourite lipsticks. As you may, or may not, know I am pretty obsessed with lipstick - my collection is huge and trying to boil it down to a top 10 was pretty much impossible so I - being the awkward girl I am, have a top 14 for you!! Hope you like it..

Russian Red - M.A.C 

This is probably my most worn lipstick (hence the lack of it left in the tube!!) it is MAC 'Russian Red',

I talked about this one a bit in my last makeup post but it's a beautiful cool toned deep red. This lipstick looks amazing with a pale skin tone and the matte finish means it looks delightfully vintage.

Girl About Town - M.A.C

 Next is Girl About Town, again I showed this last time, but it is a lovely creamy pink slightly cooler than hot pink. Great for an everyday pop of colour especially in the Summer!

Costa Chic - M.A.C

 Costa Chic is one of my lighter lipsticks, it is a light creamy coral colour. I love to use this when I do a dark or smoky eye for a 60's style makeup look!

Morange M.A.C

 Morange is a new addition to my collection but it has gone STRAIGHT to the popular crowd. I realised I didn't have any true orange lipsticks and this really does what it says on the tin, a perfect warm toned orange that reminds me of humid sunsets on tropical islands...oooh soo dreamy!!

Bare All - Sleek

 'Bare all' is my perfect matte nude shade - like 'your lips but better'.

Peaches & Cream - Sleek

 Peaches & Cream is my other lighter toned lipstick, very coral toned light peach, lovely and creamy and great in the summertime!

Cherry - Sleek

 Again - 'Cherry' does what it says on the tin, a lovely true cherry red, really soft to put on and great for Autumn/Winter.

Amped Up - Sleek

 'Amped Up' is an amazing matte hot pink, I love wearing this when I am wearing an all black outfit to spice it up in winter and with white in summer. I always get compliments when I wear this!

Mulberry - Sleek

 Now...Mulberry is a bit of a marmite lipstick - I LOVE the dark berry lip trend but I know lots of people don't.. if you are one of the dark lipped crew then you'll love this sleek rendition, its dark and mauvey-purple without being too brown, I love it!

Sweet Tart - Revlon Lip Butter

 Does a 'lip butter' count? Either way I love this one, the formula is divine.. a creamy smooth shiny lip without being one inch sticky - this just moisturises and gives a nice sheen or buildable colour, I chose light pink which is perfect for spring

Celestial - Rimmel Apocalips

 Once again, this doesn't really count as a lipstick but I wear these lip lacquers as often as a lipstick. These are amazingly pigmented and you can get such a nice line with them, the formula is smooth and liquidy - it doesn't stain but it sits well on the lip and doesn't feel sticky at all. I love this shade for an every-day neutral look.

Passion - Chanel Rouge Allure

 A lovely sheeny buildable red with a slight shine and a warm orangey undetone. Plus the packaging is just..ugh...I wish I came in Chanel packaging.

107 - Kate Moss for Rimmel

 First of all, I hate it when lipsticks don't have names.. its a pet peeve of mine, I like a good name, get on it Kate! Secondly, this is a lovely deep berry red, again perfect for A/W plus the matte smooth texture means the staying power beats others by far.

Big Bang - Rimmel Apocalips
I saved the most dramatic till last! This photo is actually the colour this lipstick is.. ITS PERFECTTTT, ok..so.. as I said the pigmentation  is these are so die for and the pillar box bright red 'big bang' could never disappoint, I'm serious - if you are a fan of a bright red lip - RUN TO BOOTS NOW AND GET THIS..(one tip before you go, be careful when applying - the high pigmentation means one slip and it will be seen from miles away!)

That's all for now folks! I hope you like this kind of post - comment below if you do!

Whats your favourite lipstick?

See you soon!
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My Daily Makeup Essentials

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Thought I'd do a beauty related post since I haven't done one in so long! Today's post is 'My Daily Beauty Essentials'. Almost all the makeup items I use on a daily basis are from the highstreet/drugstore and are easily accessible from Boots/Superdrug/online etc.

Starting off, foundation.

Now, in terms of skin, I am quite lucky to not have many troublesome areas or regular skin problems.. My main focus when looking for foundation is that it suits my very pale skin tone and that it has buildable coverage. I have tried a lot of different foundations in my time - luxury (NARS Sheer glow is a dream however my budget is far too strapped for that to be a regular on my dressing table) & highstreet and have finally found my perfect match!! L'Oreal True Match in Fair is the best highstreet foundation I have ever used!!(Take note pale girls) The colour choice is good in the foundation and the lightest colour suits my very pale skin tone perfectly. The foundation smooths and blends really well & gives an even look without looking heavy. I really, really recommend you give this a go if you haven't already!!!

Next, concealer,

 now if you haven't heard about Collection lasting perfection concealer - Where the heck have you been?! This extremely cheap concealer is AMAZING, the coverage is really really good, it brightens under eyes and covers red marks amazingly. The only problems I have is that 1) The tube runs out too quick!!!! 2) The colour selection is pretty low (I can find my colour fine, but as an MUA a low colour choice is annoying).  Apart from that this is honestly the best concealer.

If you have more stubborn spots or marks to cover the MAC studio finish concealer is also really great, the thick high coverage concealer covers spots and dark patches really well. However, I really wouldn't recommend using it under your eyes as it is too thick and tends to crease throughout the day!

Moving on to face powder,

my go to is Rimmel Stay Matte  in transparent - does what it says on the tin and doesn't cost the world. Plus the 'transparent' colour choice is a dream come true for us pale girls.

Again, if you are looking for a powder with a lot more coverage and don't mind spending the money the MAC Studio fix powder plus foundation is really good. It gives you coverage and it completely mattifies your look.

For blush 

I love Sleek makeup. Sleek are an amazing brand sold in Superdrug in the UK, their eyeshadows (you'll see this later) and blushes have amazing pigmentation. I love the colour 'Rose Gold' which gives a subtle pink flush with even more subtle gold shine.. lovely for Spring & Summer!

For eyeliner,

 I always use liquid or gel, for Gel I like Maybelline Eye Studio Lasting Drama Eye Gel (I use a different brush as the one given is LAME) - make sure you allow this to dry on your lid before you blink too heavily and it will stay on all day!

On the days when I am feeling lazy (see: most days!!) I like the L'Oreal Super Liner, the tip is really thin and it lends itself well to my signature winged eye look! 

For Mascara,
to be honest I am still searching for the perfect one!! I loved Benefit They're Real but I didn't love the price tag, I loved the YSL shocking volume but that is EVEN MORE expensive. So, now I flit between different Rimmel and bourjois mascaras... any tips would be great!

If I am using eyeshadow,

which is mainly for a simple brown crease colour or a smoky eye if I am feeling daring, I always use the Sleek eye shadow palettes - particularly Au Natural for everyday matte shades and Storm for shimmery smoky shades. Honestly, these eyeshadows sooo good. They are bendable, highly pigmented and SO much cheaper than MAC.. give them a go!!

For lipstick

 I tend to go for either a bright red or bright pink - I have highstreet & high end versions for both shades..
For Red I either use

 Sleek Vixen - Shiny pillar box red

MAC - Russian Red - (MY FAV) Matte Slightly darker than pillar box red

 or CHANEL rouge allure- Passion - Shiny pinky red.

For Pinks
I either use

Sleek - Amped - Matte Hot pink

or MAC Girl about town - Shiny blue toned pink.

I hope you liked this kind of post, very wordy but that's because this is my THING haha - if you want to see more like this feel free to request makeup specific posts below:)

What's your fav mascara?

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