My Make-Up Essentials

So the May Day bank holiday weekend is over :(  I was thinking about posts for today, and decided to focus on one of every lady's essentials - her make-up. I didn't do a lot of shopping in Dubai, but one thing I did stock up on was makeup. My must-have item for everyday wear is my black Bobbi Brown eyeliner pen - I love it and won't leave the house without my black eyeliner. I bought this make-up essential for myself, and had I known this pen was only available in Dubai, I would have also picked up one for my mum. A substitute that is available over here is the Lancome Artliner pen ;). It's a great liquid eyeliner - trust me, I have tried loads.
I also picked up my favourite Bobbi Brown Moisture Rich liquid foundation. I'm a fan of the sheer look for daytime, which isn't too heavy, and this one is perfect!
I wanted to try something different on my cheeks. I like adding a bit of warmth to my cheeks by mixing my bronzer and coral blush, the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick is fantastic, for this. I have posted my top five can't live without products ;)

 

Mac - Cremesheen Gloss

Chanel

 

The First Day Of The Weekend!

Today is the first day of our long weekend and I'm looking forward to relaxing ;) I did have dreams of the weather being nice and sunny :( but it doesn't look like it! A few months ago I posted on a Spring trend - Yellow. One store that has really taken on this trend right now is French Connection, they love yellow. What do you think? All items are available in store or online now. Right I'm off to get a haircut now so I will be back later this weekend ;) to share some more ideas with my readers.





Pray The Sun Comes Out For Bank Holiday!

After my lovely holiday in Dubai I am really missing the sunshine, hello I want to wear all my bright outfits..I'm hoping we see a glimmer of sunshine this Bank Holiday weekend. So for those of you that feel the same, I have a few cute dresses to get you in the mood ;)

Reiss

Whistles

Topshop

Warehouse

Oasis

French Connection





Jessica Alba Goes Bright

While surfing on Just Jared, my favourite celeb news and gossip website, I came across this snap of Jessica Alba opting for a bright outfit. I love her effortlessly cool and casual look, so I thought why not create her look with the help of Ted Baker & Zara? ;)

Ted Baker

Zara

May Mayhem and Love London Style is Back!

To all my Love London Style readers, as you may know, April was a no-post month for me, as coming back from holiday and then a few problems with my car kept me very busy! Well, today is the 1st May and I am hoping the rain will be on it's way out after this week. There's rain and then there is way too much rain! Infact last week I posted on FB that a must have item for April was definitely - MY BROLLEY!

Last weekend, I treated myself to the iPhone; my Blackberry was just not doing it for me at all...I love my phone because there are just so many Apps - it's wicked! Over the last day or so I have been playing around with Instagram ;) perfect for those snaps I can post on LLS.

So to kick-off my long break, I have selected a few personal favourites out at the moment, and I won't be taking anymore long breaks!

P.S Happy Anniversary to Kate and Will - One year on, and Kate, you're still my style icon ;) and my first dress is definitely a Kate dress.

Net-a-Porter

Oasis

Reiss

Banana Republic

Warehouse

French Sole

Grazia Style Awards - The Look

Create my look from the Grazia Style Awards courtesy of Zara, Massimo Dutti and Accessorize. Unfortunately the clutch isn't available in orange but they have it in pink and black. I have posted the pink one ;)

Zara

Massimo Dutti

Accessorize

Dubai, The Grazia Style Awards & Christian Louboutin

Wow, it's been a long break for me and it feels like ages since I last posted on my blog. Well fear not readers, I'm back after a fantastic holiday in Dubai. Martin and I did everything we could in 8 days, from an Arabian Nights Desert Safari to going up the Burj Khalifa and spending two great days at the Atlantis Hotel, which included a day at the Aquaventure water park. But the highlight of my trip was the Grazia Style Awards at the Madinat Jumeirah Hotel. My last minute white dress was from Zara (winner of 'Best Shop To Spend Dhs 1,000' award) and I was definitely pleased with the final look! I headed into Dubai Mall to get some lovely Massimo Dutti sandals and finished off the look with a pop of colour courtesy of an Accessorize clutch. I had my hair blow-dried at the Westin Hotel. The hairdresser wanted to try something more glamorous for the occasion, so I let him have free range! At first I was a little worried, but my hair turned out exactly as he said it would - fab and funky!

The evening was everything I expected - gorgeous dresses, amazing venue, three course dinner and lots of incredible people to meet. I was so excited when my cousin and I found out the special guest for the evening was none other than Christian Louboutin (the shoe king). He won an award for 'Best Shoe Brand - Luxury' and also 'Grazia ME Special Recognition Award' and he's such a cute and charismatic man. I even managed to get my picture with him after chasing him across the ballroom, but it was well worth it. I had my cousin Alfie and the entire table in stitches. I also met designer Henry Holland, who did a great job presenting the event with Poppy Delevigne (the face of Louis Vuitton's Summer 2012 campaign). After free champagne and a good meal, not to mention a Grazia goodie bag, an unforgettable evening was had by all. I am very grateful to my cousin for the tickets - Thank you Alfie xx 

For my readers I have posted a few photos from a memorable trip and The Grazia Style Awards. Tune in later for details on my outfit ;)

My Fav Hotel - Jumeirah Beach Hotel By Night 

 Outside Dubai Mall

Dubai Mall By Night..

In Alfie's Apartment Block on The Palm

Driving To Atlantis..

And Now For The Grazia Night :)

The Stunning Venue

Smile For The Grazia Cameras ;)

Alfie Looking Very Pretty In Warehouse

Me Posing In My Zara Dress

Me With Henry Holland

Christian Louboutin 

 

Christian Having Fun For Grazia Shoot

 

Me, Christian and Lara