My Autumn Wardrobe

The trends for Autumn 2014 are right up my alley, I'm so in love with the styles and colours of the fashion  showcased this Autumn... And I have styled a few of my own pieces for Autumn 2014, from riskay trends, styles that are simple with a twist, pieces that are often hard to style and outfits to show case your favourite assets...

1. The Basic white tee with Denim, timeless and always perfect at any time, probably my most worn outfit, because of its comfortability! I love ripped denim at the moment always a wardrobe winner for me! This outfit can be dressed up or down when paired with the right accessory! I have matched a cropped tee with my high-waisted ripped jeans for a retro-ish look, styling with my large brim hippie floppy hat giving it a bohemian feel and of course my leather ankle boots! 

Get the look
Lipstick: 106 by Rimmel Lasting finish by Kate Moss
Tee: Sportsgirl
Jeans: Sportsgirl
Boots: Siren
Watch: Michael Kors
Hat: Sportsgirl 

2. Leather & Faux Fur, I'm very pleased to say that I have found the perfect leather skirt! Now Autumn is leather lovin'! From recent run way trends I have found the combination of fur and leather and I absolutely love it! And I have managed to achieve an almost identical look to Tom Fords College Fall Runway 2014! I'm a sucker for texture mixing, these two clash so well! Such a successful outfit. 

Get the Look
Lipstick: Roaring Red by Miss shop
Caterpillar sweater: Glassons
Skirt: Bardot
Boots: Siren 

Tom Ford Fall College '14 Run Way

3. Tight Knit Jumper Dress, I wasn't quiet sure how this look would sit on my figure, but surprisingly it worked for me! its elegant and so comfy! My radar sings with this trend I can see it being a hit this Autumn/Winter! I love me a good knit! Perfect for a night out on chilly evening, screams girl next door, with a twist. 

Get the look
Lipstick: 106 by Rimmel lasting finish by Kate Moss
Knit Dress: Staple the Label (bought of the iconic.com) 

Public School Fall 2014 Run Way - Knit dress 

4. Monochrome, Black & White; enough said! Black and white features a lot in my style files I find that it has the ability to flatter your most profound features by finding your ideal cut, achieves a simple yet classy look. Perfect for lunch, and is a versatile outfit because of how easy it is to alter it into a night ware.

Get the look
Hat: Sportsgirl
Lipstick: Roaring Red by Miss shop (Myer)
Shirt: Shilla (bought on the iconic.com)
Shorts: Glassons 

I have really enjoyed sharing these pieces with you and a few of style ideas for this season. I'm always open to trying new trends and seeing what fabulous ideas you all have so please share! 

Much Love

Skin Care Routine: UPDATE

My Acne Battle, The only three words, I wish to never repeat. It seems like a never-ending one. From skin care products to therapies and onto diet elimination... It's a struggle for many and for me. I have publicised my product ventures and attempts to eliminate my acne, however, when all seems to be successful, my skin does not seem to follow through and give me my desired results... 

Unfortunately for me, my acne is caused from triggers beyond skin depth...

So I will be beginning my Roaccutane Journey!  With Roaccutane comes many side effects, dryness, skin sensitivity and discomfort but with the promise of clear skin...

I want to take you on my journey, giving you monthly updates of my progress. 

If your interested in using this product 

 or just curious,  I will give honest feedback and let you know how I have dealt with the side effects and update you on each of my phases.

 I'm eager to start and excited to see what my end result will be... 

Anyway, Today's blog entry is all about my current skin care regime, the products and regimes I have used to help minimise my scaring and limit excessive break outs...

Not all my acne is hormonal, some is caused by open pore damage, dirt, irritation and infection, I have found a great beautician who introduced me to the power of oxilyum lights and salicylic acid peels and facials, A little bit pricy but worth it if you want to avoid anti-biotics and medications. 

The magic of these facial treatments have completely banished me of my agonising acne irritation and extreme skin sensitivity.

After just over 2 months of treatment, my skin is less angry and more soothed, the oxilyum lights have helped with my scarring and has minimised their appearance. 

So I highly recommend this procedure to those with break outs that are minimal to severe, it's important to control your acne and not let it control you. 

A very wise decision of mine was to visit a beautician who has helped me a lot, and given me great moisturisers, cleansers and serums of success!! Knowledge is power. 

Since discovering Ultraceuticals, I never wish to turn back, their performance combined with regular trips to my beautician has managed to get my skin under control and remove all my surface break outs and most of my deeper acne. Unfortunately, If i want to banish my blemishes completely I must treat them internally...
However, If your looking for fantastic products you can't go wrong with these...

Step 1. Ultra Clear Foaming Cleanser 
Such a fabulous cleanser, gentle and fragrant. My skin feels fresh and purified as it removes excessive dirt and pore build-up, without drying.

Step 2. Ultra Clear Treatment Lotion
This is my acne clearing serum, It has Salicylic-acid properties that is great for clearing acne and has surprisingly worked! It does dry out your skin however. 

Step 3. Ultra Hydrating Lotion 
This Moisturizer is the best I have ever used! It leaves my skin hydrated and moisturised without leaving an oily base on my skins surface, and has worked great with hydrating the dryness caused the Salicylic-acid in the peels and clearing lotion. So happy with this product, Definitely a favourite!

I hope this has helped some of you, I do advise trying them out. You have nothing to loose. 
Stay strong, I'm sure your acne will pass, just as mine will too. 

My New Lover

BOBBI BROWN

It becomes a crime when you ignore the facts. Quality, Sophistication & Perfection.

When a price tag screams over-priced, I tend to run the other way. However, I bit the bullet and made a purchasing pursuit that punctured my uni student income, but I am please to say that it was love at first application. Bobbi Brown where have you been all my life! 

As some of you may know, I have been suffering from aggressive acne which has lead to minimal to severe scarring. Finding an effective concealer has been a tortuous journey, but I've finally found the one. 

Bobbi Brown is a household name, but I had never gussied up to make the purchase, because of the price and bad past experiences with other higher end make-up brands. I had my eye on these products for some time now, And I'm a fool for not purchasing them sooner. 

It is worth the investment. And here's why!

Creamy & smooth application, anti-bacterial factors, consistent coverage & perfect colour matching.

Enough said.

1. Bobbi Brown's: Corrector in Bisque 

Applied first before concealing, the corrector acts as liquid-paper essentially giving you a blank, fresh canvas to start with. Depending on your individual discolouration wit determine the tone of corrector. As I have a blue/purple tint to my dark circles I have a peachy, warmed toned correctors. Others with a more green or brown would look at using a yellow based corrector. (Just a tip if you were curious, helped me...) 


2. Bobbi Brown's: Creamy Concealer & Sheer Finish Pressed Powder in Natural Tan & Pale Yellow...

Although I've been told I don't really need an under eye cream. It works a charm when I have had a rough night or the ordeals of a long and dreary week show up as suitcases under my eyes. So highlighting and uplifting. Perfect for when your going for a more fuller and flawless coverage look. 

3.Bobbi Brown's: Face Touch Up Stick in Natural Tan (425) 

With anti-bacterial properties, what more could I ask for. Treating acne whilst wearing make-up is a blessing. Because my scarring is red/blue I have found it hard to find a perfect concealer. Going for cheaper, chemist sold brands were always my safe haven, but I soon realised that quality comes at a price, not news to many I assume... 
Perfect for all-day coverage, lasts and isn't oily. With a full face of make-up or alone, works a treat, blends perfectly and has lasted for me without the need to powder set. 

That is my debut of my newly purchased Bobbi Brown Concealer range. I hope this has helped. 
I will be posting a few more of my "2014 Fave's So Far" soon, so Check in again soon jelly beans. 


Peace. 

Summer Must Haves!

So, as the weather is getting hotter so should you! This is my summer must haves (right now) for 2013-2014. 

Everything here has been an irresistible purchase desire. I love how florals, bright prints and the colour white is trending right now! 

This summer is all about colour popping and being bold yet beautiful! These pieces are on my list, for this summer as they require no effort because their simply beautiful alone! I love clothes that make you look beautiful rather than having to try make them look beautiful on you!

1. The Kimono (ASOS) 

2. Denim Denim Denim (Bardot)

3.Classic White Handbag (Michael Kors) 

4. Sailor Shoes (Betts)

5. Aviators (Lespecs) 

6. Colourful Lipstick (MAC) 

7. High-waisted Bikini (TopShop)

Update: Beauty Bits New Skin Routine

Hi guys, 

So on my last blog on my skin routine i told you all that I had been using EmerginC and Dermalogica products, now in my quest to my best fit - I found the brand Kiehl's.

I had heard about this brand a while ago but was reluctant to switch from my comfort zone, but i took the plunge and went for it. It is probably Day 10 now since I used it and the results so far have been promising. 

My skin is reacting well to my cleanser and toner. The cleanser that I have is Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser (Blue tube) this is for normal-oily acne prone skin. It goes on so light weight and foams up so much which I love because you don't have to use more then a pea size to get full facial coverage!

Next I use my Toner, It is the Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner (Bottle with white lid). What I love about this product is it alcohol free and it is the only toner that doesn't sting my face! It's made from whole flowers and pure extract! (the flowers petals are actually inside the bottom!!) 

Probably one of my favourite new products is my Kiehl's Dermatologist Solutions: Blemish Control Daily Skin-Clearing Treatment,  This product is for the reduction of blemishes and helps the skin to repair and heal. Unlike other scar and acne clearing products it has not dried out my skin or caused irritation. It can be used all over your face which is great! 

Next, is my Moisturiser this one my sister brought home and Its great, its the Macro Skincare Essentials Natural Vitamin E Cream . Now it may not be ideal for everyone but I haven't had dry skin since i started this product and Its Vitamin E cream so it helps protect and repair the skin which is good for me  because I have acne scars. 

And finally, my eye cream although I don't encourage an eye cream so young this is more of a preventative measure, living in Australia and in such harsh climate's its important to protect your skin and help hydrate and repair what damage has already been done. My eye cream is the Kiehl's Abyssine Eye Cream with Survival Molecules and Corallina Extract. It is so smooth and creamy on application, in the morning my eyes are fresh and hydrated which is great! Makes waking up better! 

So, thats my new and improved skin care routine, I'll update my skins progress in the coming weeks 

I hope this helps, and If you have any other skin care treatments or routines share them with me! 

xox