Wishlist - Spring dresses

It has come to that time of the year where I have found myself continuously browsing the internet looking for outfits that I can add to my spring wardrobe. I have now put away all of my chunky knits, my uggs, and my coats and brought out all my flowy dresses and tops. But like every year I seem to have gone off  most of the items and finding myself wanting a whole new spring and summer wardrobe. So here is some of the dresses that I am now lusting for:

1. Zara - Thin strap polka dot dress - £35.99
I am really into strappy dresses this year, and I believe this dress would not only look great during the sunny weather but it could also be worn during nights out. I love the flowy skirt near the bottom too,  it makes it an alternative to the normal shift dress

2. Motel - Penny baby doll dress in acid wash denim - £42.00
Denim dresses seemed to be everywhere last year, but I was never taken in by it. This year however, I am dying for this one from Motel. I have no idea if denim dresses are still in this year but I so want one as it would perfect just to throw on when I am feeling a bit lazy. Just accessorize it with a nice necklace and voila!

3. River Island - Yellow checkerboard t-shirt dress - £28.00
This checkered tshirt dress has had my eye for a while. I wouldn't normally be attracted by something like this because it's got that 60s fashion vibe about it, but I think it would look perfect with some white sandals on a hot day.

4. Zara - Jumpsuit with sequin embroidery - £39.99
I know this post is called 'Spring dresses' but I just had to add this playsuit to the list. I can't normally pull off a playsuit because of my wide hips, but the fact that this one is a straight style I think it would fit my curves easily. It's simple yet the embroidery really makes it look unique. And once again, I think it would look great during the day and night.

5. Asos - Smock dress in gingham and lace - £45.00
I am so into smocks this year! I just think they are perfect for all shapes and sizes, so they are perfect for when I am feeling a bit bloated. This one in particular looks so cute without looking too pretty, and it will also let me embrace my guilty love for checkered patterns without going the whole hog.

6. Topshop - Moto babydoll tropicana print dress - £36.00
I have got to admit that I am really into the tropical hawaiian type print that is all over this years summer fashion. However, I am not someone who I believe could pull off all those bright colours. So when I came across this neutral coloured dress with a tropical print I just fell in love and thought it would be the perfect way that I could express my love for the tropical print without looking too bold.

7. Motel - Patience babydoll dress in huge paisley red - £38.00
I have just bought this patterned dress but in a shift style. I am adding this skater dress to my list because I just love the pattern so much that I am actually thinking that maybe I could buy it in this style too. Or is having two dresses in the same pattern too much?

8. Boohoo - Debbie solid colour smock chiffon dress - £20.00
Even though this dress is plain it actually has me written all over it. I am a sucker for a plain skater dress which I can accessorize till my heart's content. I have been looking for a nice yellow dress for a while and this one is definitely my winner. It's just perfect! And with that price tag it's made me even more happier.

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Review : Topshop Nail Polishes

As I said in my previous haul here, I am really into my blue coloured nail varnishes. So when I went into Topshop and found these two beautiful tones I just had to get them. I have always been a fan of Topshop's makeup range ever since they released it a couple of years ago. Every product that I have used of theirs is of great quality for a clothes store range, and their nail varnishes spread across a wide range of colours so I can nearly always find one that satisfies my mood.

First up is the matte double denim colour, and the best way to describe this polish is as a navy tone. I know this is more of a winter colour, but I have been after a navy coloured polish for years now. No joke! I have searched high and low in many stores and in many brands for a good navy colour but have never been able to find one that fulfils me. But now I have found this one it seems that my search is finally over. I have got to admit, at first I was disappointed that there wasn't a glossy version, but now that I have given the matte version a go, I actually think I prefer the idea of the matte effect. Overall it has an elegant and sophisticated look which I think will look good for all occasions. And if you are like me, over using your black nail varnish, I believe this will be a great alternative.

This is the Topshop's Disclosed colour which is found in its normal glossy range. I absolutely love this colour. I can mostly describe it as a blue duck egg tone which is great for spring and Easter time. So glad that I have discovered it just in time! It applies easy to nails, and even on its first layer it isn't as thin as I expected it to be. But I would still say it has to have at least two layers for the best coverage. It is a really cute and creamy colour which is most probably one of a few pigments that would suit all different types of skin tones. And I have to tell you this, on my first outing wearing this polish, I had three compliments on the colour from three different shop cashiers. Definitely going to be wearing this pot of brilliance more!

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Haul : Beauty products

I went shopping recently and went on a bit of a beauty binge. Let's face it, we have all been there. Aiming to go into a shop to buy one thing, and then come out with a bag full. And it definitely did not help my situation when I realised that Boots had their amazing 3 for 2 deal on.

Maybelline Fit me foundation stick - I should not have bought this! I know that sounds odd, but when I was in the store trying it out on my hand I thought it was a concealer. I have been after a concealer stick for ages and when I tried this out I really liked how it wasn't oily, and felt quite smooth and chalky. But now that I've read the packaging properly I can clearly see that it is a foundation. Silly me!

Collection lasting perfection concealer - I have heard nothing but good reviews on this concealer over the year, so this is why I decided to finally give in and buy one for myself. Fingers crossed it lives up to expectations.

Real techniques expert face brush - I am really into applying my foundation and concealer with a brush recently. I always used to use my fingers just because I always thought it was the easiest way...boy was I wrong. But since, I have applied my foundation with a QVS flat brush, and I have now bought this Real Techniques brush for my concealer. If I like the results, no doubt I'll buy another one for my foundation.

Champneys 6 way nail file - Annoyingly, my nails always seem to grow with a few vertical ridges on them, which means I am constantly maintaining them with a nail buffer to smooth them down. My last nail buffer was a cheapy from Superdrug so it did it's job but didn't last long. This is why I decided it was best to buy this more sturdy one in hope that it will last longer.



Simple pore minimising toning cleanser - You may know already that I suffer from huge and oily pores, which is why I had to buy this to see if it helps minimises them at all.

Garnier BB cream skin perfected - This is my first BB cream that I have bought, and I am surprised I haven't bought one sooner. I like the idea that it replaces your primer, moisturiser and foundation, so it will be perfect to apply on a day when I'm feeling a bit lazy, or just popping into town for a quick visit.

Dove deodorant in 'Pomegranate' and 'Cucumber' - I bought these because they were on sale. I normally go for a Nivea spray but I am so glad I decided to pick these up. They smell so good and they don't even cause those annoying white and flaky marks.

BarryM black nail varnish - I always seem to lose my black nail varnishes and it happened again very recently, so this was the main reason why I entered Boots the other day. I could have picked up any brand of black nail varnish but decided to go for BarryM as they are cheap and cheerful. Plus, I know I will most probably lose it again over a friends house, so I won't be wasting too much money.

Topshop nail varnish in 'Disclosed' and a matte 'Double Denim' - I am really into my blue nail varnishes recently, so when I saw these in Topshop I just had to buy them straight away.

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Wish List : Makeup bags

I absolutely love buying new makeup and wash bags. Any chance I get and I'll be straight down the shops in search of one. It's kind of silly really because no one rarely sees your makeup or wash bag apart from yourself and maybe a few friends and family members. So I suppose I am wasting money on myself and should just rely on one trusted bag, but I just can't help myself. 


The main time that I feel you always need to buy a new bag is when you go holiday. Because of this I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to show you a few that I have been pining over recently.


Notting Hill Rose Cosmetic Bag, CathKidston.com, £12 - 
I am a huge fan of Cath Kidston patterns, and I admit that I do already have a makeup bag of hers. But I was so impressed with the quality of my last one that I am more than happy to buy another. The fact that the bag is made out of oil cloth means it is brilliant with dealing with those foundation stains we all get on the outside of the bag. 

Hearts makeup bag, Alphabetbags.com, £18 -

This simple design is pretty cute and appealing. I actually think that this bag will be the first one I will purchase from this bunch. The quality of it looks ideal when looking at the pictures, and the fact that the cloth is laminated makes it perfect for cleaning the white colour.

Deckchair dogs washbag, Catseyelondon.com, £15 -

This was just too adorable not to post. I am normally so against animal posed pictures on bags because they always look quite cheap and tacky, but this one caught my heart. How adorable. And the fact that they are on deckchairs goes perfectly well with the holiday theme. 

Ted Baker edna washbag, Johnlewis.com, £69 - 

I know this bag is very plain, but I can't help but lust after it. I have been after a leather bag for a while now so that it could always be that one bag I could rely on due to its sturdy material. Yet looking at the cost, I can't help but feel like this bag will never be added to my collection. I am actually so gutted by this. 

Palm tree print makeup bag, Topshop.com, £10 - 

The use of Palm trees on this bag obviously makes it ideal for a holiday. I can see myself already picking out my basic makeup products from this bag. 

Ted Baker sugarsweet makeup bag, Asos.com, £22 -

These type of bags that Ted Baker releases always seem to be quite structured and have a plasticky feel to them. Because of this I am not normally a fan, but the pattern on this one is so pretty with its chalky and pastel floral design that I can't help but want. 

Lovely Jubbly Designs floral rose chintz makeup bag, Notonthehighstreet.com, £14 -

I actually made a cushion out of this green floral fabric, and I am still in love with it to this day. So when I saw the material had been used to make a wash bag I just had to add it to this list. 

Lips washbag, Catseyelondon.com, £15 -

The design of having lips on a makeup bag is quite an old idea, whether it be and picture of actual lips or the lipstick print of lips. But I have realised that I have never actually bought one with this type of design, so when I came across this one I thought it could be the perfect addition to my collection.

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