Thursday, October 25

Why Do You Wear Makeup? | TAG


So, I haven't done a TAG before. Mainly because, I haven't found one that I have a personal want for writing about. I really enjoy reading others, but it's not been something I've had an urge to do! That was until Kayleigh (the ever so beautiful Kayleigh) of Couture Girl posted this one - Why do you wear makeup? I think it's such an interesting subject and couldn't wait to give my take on it :)

1. When did you begin to love makeup? 
Since I can remember I’ve had terribly dark circles under my eyes, so as soon as I heard the word makeup I wanted to try and masque them. I suppose I was around 12 when I started wearing concealer, but that was the only thing I owned! My real love and appreciation for makeup began when I was about 14, going into year 9 at secondary school. I saw other girls coming in to school with heavy makeup, I didn’t want to look like them, but it did intrigue me as to how makeup could change or enhance your appearance. I started experimenting with foundations, blushers and eye shadow and I think I’ve been hooked since then! I’ve always preferred a more natural look, I’ve never been one for slathering layers of make-up on and definitely believe less is more :)

2. How do you feel without makeup?
Sometimes, I feel like I could leave the house and conquer the world without makeup on. If I’ve had a good night’s sleep and it’s only to the local shop to pick up some bread, that is. Not exactly conquering the world is it? 
Other times, I feel positively horrific and wouldn’t leave the house without at least popping on some concealer and mascara. I suppose that does show insecurities, but I can’t help but feel more confident with my make-up on. I don’t wear a hideous amount, but without it I do feel self conscious and a bit, well ugly.

3. What do you like about makeup? 
Gah, where do I start! As I mentioned above, I love the fact that makeup can enhance your natural features and boost your confidence. I love the variety of products out there, which enable you to achieve pretty much any look you could dream of. I also love that it can bring ladies like you and I together. Without makeup, I wouldn't have such a passion to write about all the products that I love and share it with you guys. 

4. Three 'Holy Grail' Items: 
Only 3? You cheeky monkey’s ;)

1. Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Foundation – This has been my savior over the past year. As many of you know, I struggle with my skin and controlling breakouts. This product has been amazing for helping to cover up blemishes and keep my skin healthy without clogging up my pores. It’s finish and staying power is like none I’ve ever tried before; I wouldn't be without it!

2. Collection 2000 – Lasting Perfection Concealer – This bad boy is incredible. It’s such good value for money and the coverage is insane. CYA dark circles ;)

3. Collection 2000 Liquid Eye Liner – Again, so affordable and you’ll rarely see me without my bat-wing eye liner, I feel naked without it!

I hope you lovely lot enjoyed reading my ramblings :) and I tag every single one of you to take part!! Make sure you let me know if you write your own, by commenting below or dropping me a little tweet with the link :D

Tuesday, October 23

Thierry Mugler's Womanity | Perfume Review

Discovering new perfumes is something that really excites me. Last weekend, my beautiful friend Polly came over and she literally smelt like heaven. I think before I even said hello I asked her what she had on, and when the Perfume's Club contacted me and asked me if I wanted to try one of their perfumes I couldn’t quite believe my luck! Obviously, I was a complete copy cat and asked for the same as my friend, Thierry Mugler’s – Womanity.
Thierry Mugler Womanity Perfume c/o Perfume's Club


Not only was delivery super speedy, but how amazing is the packaging? Obviously Thierry Mugler is massively famous for his Angel perfume and I’d say that’s a pretty hard act to follow, it’s a perfume you either love or hate but everyone knows it’s name. Personally, I really quite dislike Angel, but hey ho that’s not what I’m here to rave about! This perfume is known for it’s unique sweet, salty, woody scent and is literally a feast for your noses ladies. The notes, (completely stolen off the website) are Mara des Bois strawberry for fruitiness, white fig for sweetness, and caviar for a savory marine scent. Now, reviewing perfumes is a tricky business. Everyone is completely different in what they love and hate about a scent. And to be honest, if I read up on the ingredients before I’d smelt it on my friends neck, it’s not something I would’ve picked out but I LOVE IT. I have had SO many comments about how good I smell since I’ve been wearing it; and it’s one of those perfumes that is sexy enough for evening wear, but not too overpowering to wear during the day. And apparently the bottle is refillable, which means you could keep any sort of fragrance in it when it runs out! Which is fab when the bottle is so pretty. The staying power is always a big factor in purchasing perfume and this one is fantastic; I can still smell it on my skin after a 12 hour day which is impressive in my eyes.

I’m also quite excited to discover the Perfume’s Club. They offer hundreds of discounted perfumes which is something that makes me very happy indeed. Perfume is just so expensive now, so it’s good to find somewhere that offers it for that little bit less. I got mine in the 50ml size, which is £42.24 compared to £50 in boots! (And still cheaper when you include for delivery) I know it’s not much but I think it makes the difference if you can get your favourite scent for a few pounds less; and if you spend over £130 delivery is free which let’s face it, isn’t difficult to do when it comes to your favourite perfume!

I think this little bottle of joy is going to be a staple on my dressing table – well that’s a lie, I actually keep my perfume in my over-sized birdcage, but it doesn’t have the same sort of ring to it does it? Haha.

Have you tried this scent? Do you love it as much as I do?

Monday, October 22

My Daily Skincare Routine | Video

Good Afternoon my loverlies! Hope you all had a fab weekend and that you're not suffering from the Monday Blues :) Today actually feels like it's mid week, I'm surprisingly chirpy!
Anyway...I've filmed another video for y'all. It's my Daily Skincare Routine, which I've recently changed up. I've said a sad goodbye to Clinique and a warm hello to a new brand. If you want have a little nose, go have a watch. I've listed all the products in the down-bar of the video, if you want to read up more about them :)



I also received some rather disturbing comments on my channel yesterday; I was really shocked, being the first derogatory comment on any of my videos - but I suppose it was always going to come, nonetheless I did feel a little bit ill at what they said. (if you want to see the comment, I did post one of the screen shots on twitter). I think using the big wide web to discuss your passions can be a bit of a dangerous ball game, you definitely have to be thick skinned and let the negativity roll off you. I thought I would always be able to do that, but it did leave me a bit worried. Anyhow, on-wards and upwards and their vile comments have been reported and the user blocked from my account. I'll have none of that nastiness thank you very much :) 
Have a lovely week you lot, and please do let me know if there's any other videos you'd like to see?

Thursday, October 18

Poker Face.




Lipstick: NARS Red Sqaure
Much to my excitement, I recently won the fantabulous Sugarhill Boutique giveaway over on Leanne Marie's blog. I always enter giveaways (that I sincerely want to win) and I'm sure they're fixed, because I never win and I totally should win. You know what I'm sayin'? But I have been proven wrong, because I totally won! :D woooohoooo!

I was able to pick an item of my choice from the website which was extremely tricky as I wanted everything. But I decided, instead of going for something simple or similarish to what I already have that I would go a bit crazy. (Yes I know it's not crazy, but it sort of is, right?). Cards on a dress? I kinda love it.

I just absolutely love this dress. The floaty material feels so expensive and although it's sheer, it has a lovely little underlining in it, so no need to bother with a slip underneath, or flashing boobage; which makes it surprisingly warm and cosy :). This is the only pussybow tied item I own, and I think on my frame it's quite flattering. You know, no hips or boobs etc. ;) and I love the button detail to the front. It's just a complete winner in my eyes.
It will also become apparent over these winter months, that yup, the only things that live on my feet are my Hudson boots. I just love them, okay? So forgive me for the lack of variety in the shoe department!

A big thank you to the lovely Leanne for such a fabulous giveaway, and to SB for such a wonderful dress :D

This dress = Happy Megs x

Sunday, October 14

Fancy a Dip? Dye.

I'm quite sure that I didn't own anything tie-dye, until now. It's been a bit of a hype in the fashion community and not a band wagon that I was particularly on, so to speak. That was until I waltzed into Urban Outfitters last weekend and spotted this baby on the first rack.

The colours are just gorgeous and I love a good maxi skirt. It is literally the comfiest thing my lower half has ever had the pleasure of acquainting and I don't think I really want to take it off. Ever. It was a wee bit pricey (£40), but I had a voucher from my birthday and nothing else I spotted in the shop came close. The fabric is thick enough to keep your legs nice and toasty in the winter months, but it's also lovely and floaty (swish swish), so it doesn't cling to your things or ride up (I actually HATE that). Paired with a plain black-tee and my new hudson boots, it makes it casual enough for a lazy day outfit, although it could easily be jazzed up with some bling, if you know what I'm saying.

Skirt: Urban Outfitters. Top: H&M. Bag: Vintage. Boots: H by Hudson.

I hope you all had a lovely weekend? My beautiful nanny stayed with us this week and we spent the whole time sewing our socks off! She is literally the light of my life and I love her very much. (soppy little note there, but has to be said right?). She is always there for me and makes everything seem alright, even if it's not.

This week will mainly involve eating curry with a very special lady, and week 4 of my photography course! What have you yummy lot got planned?

Tuesday, October 9

Shop Wonderful You

So, I've been working my little butt off over the past couple of weeks, sinking my teeth into a bit of sewing. I find it so therapeutic and love being able to hold something that I've made with my own hands when I'm all finished.
I thought that maybe I would share them with you lovely lot....I introduce to you, Shop Wonderful You!!



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1. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99 - SOLD
Dimensions: 8cm (W) x 12.5cm (L)











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2. Phone Pouch - £7.99
Dimensions: 8cm (W) x 13cm (L)

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 3. Phone Pouch - £7.99 - SOLD
Dimensions: 7.5cm (W) x 13cm (L)



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4. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99
Dimensions inside pouch: 14.5cm (W) x 10cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 16.5cm (w) x 10cm (L)


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5. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99 - SOLD
Dimensions inside pouch: 12.5cm (W) x 9.5cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 15cm (w) x 9.5cm (L)



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6. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99
Dimensions inside pouch: 14cm (W) x 10cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 16.5cm (w) x 10cm (L)



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7. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99
Dimensions inside pouch: 13.5 (W) x 10.5cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 16cm (w) x 10.5cm (L)



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8. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99
Dimensions inside pouch: 14cm (W) x 10cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 15.5cm (w) x 10cm (L)



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9. Make-up Pouch/Phone or Camera Case - £8.99 - SOLD
Dimensions inside pouch: 13cm (W) x 9.5cm (L)
Dimensions outside pouch: 15cm (w) x 9.5cm (L)

Each piece is handmade, and completely unique. I source lots of lovely fabrics and buttons to ensure that each design is different in it's own little way. Although a few pieces are made from the same fabric, they will all be limited edition as when the fabric is gone, it's gone! I have labelled each item with rough dimensions, as they all vary slightly in size. I'm currently using the phone pouch for my iPhone 4S, and my daily lipstick and concealer in a make-up pouch! I think they make the perfect Christmas gifts and bring a bit of sparkle to your handbag :)

If you scrummy ladies want to make a purchase, please comment below stating the item number you want and your pay-pal email address so I can raise you an invoice by return. Be quick, these are introductory prices so snap them up whilst you can.  P+P  to UK only will be £2.50.

Hope you love these little creations as much as I do!


(Also, if you have any custom-made requests I'd be more than happy to whip you something up :) )

Monday, October 8

How I Curl my Hair | Tutorial | Video

Hi Ladies! (and gents, if you're reading :)),

So, I had quite a few requests on one of my outfit posts of how I achieve this hairstyle:

HEY sister :)

So I thought, what better way than to film a video of me doing it :)

I hope you guys found it helpful, I really cannot swear by the Enrapture Totem Styler enough. You can achieve so many looks with it, and in my eyes it's worth every penny :). If you wan't me to film any other kind of tutorial's please let me know! 

And it's actually on sale with Very at the moment for £37, click here to grab a bargain!

Hope you all had a lovely weekend? I was a busy bee, attending house warming's and spending pennies in the Bullring at Birmingham...(outfit post to come ;) )

I've also got something I'm a little bit excited (and nervous) about, coming up on this little old blog in the next few days, so keep your eyes peeled!

Wednesday, October 3

Lady GaGa Perfume | FAME

I love Lady GaGa, I realise she's not to everyone's taste but honestly, what a woman. And her talents don't cease at creating fantastic records, no no. She's been working on a brand new fragrance over the past two years and this is the result:

I'm not usually on the whole hype for celebrity frangrances; I mean, they're popular for something else, not making us smell good right? Well, if you're thinking that with this one, DON'T. It's frickin' amazing.

Firstly the packaging = in LOVE. It's not over the top and extravagant like you'd expect from someone as extrovert as GaGa, but it's definitely different. No your eyes aren't deceiving you, that's black fluid right there. It's the first in the market and may be slightly daunting for some, but fear not. The fluid sprays transparent so there's no staining or looking like you've spilled some black tar down your neck. I absolutely love the gold claw clasp, and it pops off ever so easily.

Secondly the scent. Dear GOD ladies, this is literally sexy times in a bottle. I am head over heels in love and have never sprayed a scent on my arm before and wanted to constantly sniff myself for hours on end haha. It's a fruity, flowery scent (again, something I wasn't expecting from her). And instead of following the usual perfume rules, of exploiting top, middle and base notes the scent is focused on Dark, Sensual and Light accords - which basically means combining single scents together. 
The scents included on the description are: "tears of belladonna, crushed heart of tiger orchidea with a black veil of incense, pulverized apricot and the combinative essences of saffron and honey drops".
I think the scent is probably targeted to the younger woman. It's fresh and fruity but I'd also say it has quite a musky hint to it, which is something I always look for in a perfume. The staying power is ridiculous, it stays on my skin for years (not literally, I do wash, but y'know what I'm saying). And it smells so expensive and luxurious.

Thirdly the price. In my eyes, it's so affordable. This little bottle of 30ml cost me just over £20 from The Perfume Shop and I think the most expensive bottle (100ml) retails at just over £50. I opted for the smaller bottle, just in case I ended up hating it - which I don't, but I'll definitely be buying the bigger bottle when I run out. BEST SMELL EVER.

What do you think ladies? Have you tried this yet?