Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doi Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doing ok?
I’ve been thinking about what I’m going to do over this time period and how to get the most out of it.
Being the final 6 months of my PhD, I will have to start writing my thesis now instead of later but to break that time up with more fun things (not that science isn’t fun 🙄). I’m thinking baking, play the piano and experimenting with makeup! It doesn’t matter that no one is going to see my makeup or hear me play, I’m doing it for me but at the same time I’m not going to force myself to do to anything I don’t feel like or feel pressured to learn something new or start something big just because we have this time. 
I think it’s important to take a break and reset without anything or anyone sucking your energy. Only do things that you really want to and help you feel better now and for the future when this is over.
What are your plans for lockdown?
For me makeup is art. Your face is the canvas and For me makeup is art. Your face is the canvas and the fact you can take any colour/finish/texture and create something that completely reflects your personality and mood is amazing and yes maybe it also fuels my need to have so many pretty palettes!! The @jackieaina @anastasiabeverlyhills eyeshadow palette is incredible! The colours are soooooo pigmented but still really wearable. It’s like a work of art itself.
What’s your favourite ABH palette?
It’s a leg up kinda Sunday! Currently away on a It’s a leg up kinda Sunday! 
Currently away on a mini weekend trip with @openingupcricket and loving all the things to see and do (and eat) in Glasgow. I’ve always loved Scotland and Glasgow is my all time favourite Scottish city. Is there a way to become an honorary Scotsman please?!
Have you ever been to Glasgow? If you could pick any other nationality to be, what would you go for? 📸 @lifeofpingkan 
#scotland #glasgow #scotsman #travel #traveltheworld #travelbug #sundayfunday #relaxandunwind #weekendaway #weekendbreak #liverpool #polkadots #isawitfirst #whatiwore #highstreetfashion #ootd #topshop #strikeapose #weblognorth #lpoolgirls
#ad | For someone who loves makeup, if you saw me #ad | For someone who loves makeup, if you saw me on a day-to-day basis, you’d have absolutely no idea! There’s enough to do in the mornings before work without having to spend half an hour doing up your face. However, when I do wear makeup, even just a little, I feel more confident, put together and ready to tackle the day. 
That’s why I’m loving @Primark.Beauty to create a super quick, everyday look to help me look glowing and more importantly, at really affordable prices.
Prep + Perfect Priming Hydrator Base -£3
Prep + Perfect Skin Illuminator -£3.50
Perfect Finish Foundation -£2.50
Brow Sketch -£2
Colour Grid Eyeshadow Palette -£3.50
Matte Bronzing Powder -£1
Blush -£1.50
Falsh Lash Queen Mascara -£3
Velvet Matte Longwear Lip Crayon -£2

Whether you’re an expert or makeup novice, all of the products from #Primark are easy to use and fantastic quality as well as being cruelty free. Everything blends onto my skin beautifully, with a couple of standouts being the foundation which lasted all day and matches me perfectly (hello, £2.50!!!!!), the £1 bronzer to add some much needed life into my skin and the Velvet Matte Lip Crayon that is beyond comfortable and lasts through eating and coffee drinking. In just 5 minutes, you can achieve the simplest of looks, that’s suitable for any occasion. #IWorkWithPrimark @Primark
Check out my Instastories to see my quick and easy morning makeup!
Who else loves earrings?! I really need to wear th Who else loves earrings?! I really need to wear them more often because 1. Jabbing them through the piercing that has been empty for months is no fun and games 😂 and 2. They just elevate your look to the next level!! Seriously, whether they’re long, studs, gold, sparkly, colourful, patterned, they make me feel so put together. 2020 is my year for accessorising!
Gifted| Back to work and I’m really not here for Gifted| Back to work and I’m really not here for it! What I am here for is these natural Wispies eyelashes from @ardellbeauty. I do love false lashes but because I don’t have a lot of lid space, I find they always look heavy and unnatural on me so I give up and they get shoved in a drawer. That’s why I was dubious at first with these but the second I put them on, I fell in love. The natural style adds volume to my lashes without looking heavy and really do pass as being my own, even in person!! They’re easy to put on as the band is nice and flexible and stay put throughout the day. These are my lashes for sure! Have you tried Ardell lashes before?
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Denim Jacket, Topshop pink metallic skirt outside kiehls
May 14, 2017 DOTD•Secret Rendezvous

Living the Real Dream

8am: breakfast of poached egg with avocado on toast and kale smoothie.
9am: put on latest must-have dress from Dolce and Gabbana’s Spring/Summer collection
11am: mani and pedi followed by brunch (more avocado).
1pm: peruse the latest resort wear before settling on a couple of darling Mara Hoffman swimsuits for my trip to Raja Ampat (Bali is so last year don’t you know).
6pm: dinner at Ormer Mayfair, their taster menu is exquisite.
11pm: bedtime in my new Egyptian cotton bedding.
Sweet Dreams.

This is a typical day for me, a day dream that is! However, as lovely as it sounds, especially that poached egg, sometimes the best way to spend your time is with great friends, at fab places right on your doorstep.

This is exactly what I did last weekend. It had been gloriously sunny all week until Saturday, the day I’d planned a trip to Liverpool city centre to redeem my Beauty Bazaar reward, when it clouded over like only our good ol’ British weather can, not that this could stop me! As the saying goes when life gives you lemons, make lemonade, or in this case when Harvey Nichols gives you a reward, enjoy champagne!

I love the atmosphere in the centre of Liverpool, lots of people and different sights and sounds without that overwhelming feeling you can sometimes get in large cities. As for the weather, the Spring breeze and cloudy sky was a great chance to incorporate brighter colours with different fabrics to create a cosy layered look that was still light enough for this season.

Denim Jacket with metallic pink skirt outside Kiehls

Denim Jacket and Pink metallic skirt outside Ted Baker

After a quick little shopping trip, in which I picked up some fab goodies from TK Maxx, including the Too Faced Cat Eyes eyeshadow palette, and my gorgeous Love Affair with Beauty Babe snapped up a £2 black bikini top from Primark to embellish with feathers at home (clever right!?), we power walked our way to the one and only Beauty Bazaar.

Denim Jacket and pink metallic skirt in Liverpool One

Pink metallic skirt TopShop Liverpool one

Harvey Nichols reward system, really is the bees knees. Every time you shop, you receive points which get turned into rewards at the end of every season. You pick your favourite, and redeem it when you want. Simple! Previously, I have had manicures at Nails Inc, and vouchers to spend on anything throughout Harvey Nichols. This time I chose champagne for two which was great, as it was a lovely chance to share the rewards of my spending addiction with a friend!

Champagne at Beauty Bazaar Harvey Nichols

Jouer Liquid Lipstick in Praline

After the lovely glass of bubbly, and a final top up with Jouer Long-Wear Lip Crème Liquid Lipstick in Praline we were good to continue our fun day out!

Disguise of the day (DOTD):

  • Top/jumper – Miss Guided
  • Skirt – Topshop
  • Denim Jacket – Tesco F&F
  • Shoes – Dr Martens (found at TK Maxx!)
  • Bag – Models own, aka market in Philippines :-p

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  1. Chelseasbeauty0 says

    May 14, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    I love the way this post is laid out, I loved the beginning sounds like a perfect day but sometimes spending some time with friends is all you need. I also am in love with that skirt, it’s gorgeous x

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      May 15, 2017 at 7:35 pm

      Thank you! Obviously it would be great to spend a day like my day dream, but actually it was so much fun having that glass of champagne with one of my best friends, and would pick that first, any day! xx

      Reply
  2. Morgan Miller says

    May 14, 2017 at 7:25 pm

    I love the structure of this post! x

    Morgan // http://www.justmorgs.com

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  3. abbeylouisarose says

    May 14, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    I love your style, your outfit looks so well put together and eyecatching but also really comfy and perfect for a day roaming around in the city at the same time! I really like the skirt especially, I need to hit up Topshop ASAP! Fab post!

    Abbey 😘 http://www.abbeylouisarose.co.uk

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      May 15, 2017 at 7:30 pm

      Thank you! It really was a great outfit for the weather that day, casual but with a splash of something interesting with the skirt, and those shoes are soooo comfortable! xx

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  4. Beth says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:06 pm

    Sounds like a really good day (both the daydream and the real one!) I didn’t know Harvey Nichols had such a good rewards programme either? Sounds great! Also love your pink skirt.

    with love b.xo | withloveb.com

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      May 15, 2017 at 7:24 pm

      I love the Harvey Nichols rewards programme. If I ever buy high-end beauty products I always try and get them in Harvey Nichols, as the point system is really generous and the rewards can be really good. xx

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  5. Abi says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    Such a well written post! I’m totally with you with the dream day – sounds so ideal!

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      May 15, 2017 at 7:22 pm

      Ah yes wouldn’t it be great to have more time to go shopping and live a life of luxury. Although in a way having a cheeky glass of champagne in a fancy place like Harvey Nics is just that! xx

      Reply
  6. Sophie Gibbs says

    May 15, 2017 at 6:11 am

    The model is cute 😉

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  7. A love affair with Beauty says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Definitely! Harvey Nichols is my go to for high-end makeup and it’s even better that you can get rewards each season. x

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  8. A love affair with Beauty says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:19 pm

    Thank you! really glad you liked the outfit. It’s great when you can find really nice and interesting clothes without spending a fortune. xx

    Reply
  9. A love affair with Beauty says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:27 pm

    Wow, I’d love to visit Miami Beach and definitely go makeup shopping in Colorado! America has a lot of amazing brands you can’t get here in the UK. I think the things you do in your free time sound perfect. It’s exactly as I said, having a fun time at places near by with people you love. xx

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  10. A love affair with Beauty says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    Exactly! It’s those little things like spending time with friends and doing things you don’t usually get to do that make things so much more fun. xx

    Reply
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