Liebster Award

The lovely Katelyn over at My American Life has nominated me for the Liebster award! I've seen posts from other bloggers on the award but never thought I would be nominated so a MASSIVE thank you to Katelyn.

 

I'm sure most of you are familiar with the Liebster award but for those of you that haven't come across it before, its a concept in which a blogger tags other bloggers with under 200 followers that they think readers should check out. It's a really great way for new bloggers to get connected with each other and to promote blogs you like to your readers.

 The rules...

Write 10 facts about yourself and answer the questions asked by the blogger who tagged/nominated you.

Tag 10 other bloggers with under 200 followers that you enjoy reading and let them know on their blogs that you've picked them.

Come up with 10 questions for your nominees to answer in their own post.

 

Now, a lot of other posts like this that I have read centre around 11 instead of 10 and the 'rules' have changed so much as the Liebster has become more widespread but I've copied Katelyn's rules.

 

So here goes, I always find facts about myself difficult but I'll take a shot at it:

I have a degree in English with Sociology and Social Sciences.

I get addicted to soft drinks really easily and go through fazes of favourites - at the moment it's Vanilla Coca Cola.

 I currently work in a Grammar school and will hopefully be embarking on teacher training soon.

Secretly, I want to work in the fashion and/or beauty industry (Journalism, PR, Marketing) but I've always been too scared to attempt it as it so competitive.

I wear fake eyelashes A LOT, semi-permanent or strip, and now hate not having them on.

I want to see as much of the world as possible, but haven't had the opportunity so far.

My diet is really unhealthy and as I write this I'm thinking about BigMacs.

I am a little bit obsessed with buying clothes. And shampoo.

I tend to have flavoured milk and angel delight when I'm sad.

I'm really fussy with grammar and spelling. Particularly in texts.

1. What is the a beauty product you could not leave home without? AH! Narrowing it down to just one is so difficult. I think it would probably be foundation as I always end up rubbing most of it off. Or eyelash glue... Oh yeah, eyelash glue.

2. Something/Someone you are afraid to lose? Hmm that's a tough one. I lost my best friend, Dale, in a car accident a few months ago so friends and family are top of the list. But on a lighter note, probably my bank card.

3. Favorite clothing brand? Has to be Topshop.

4. Best vacation/holiday spot? I haven't had the opportunity to travel very much at all but I'd like to see as many cities/capitals as I can. I'd also love to see the seven wonders.

5. Favorite season for clothing? Probably the cross over from Summer to Autumn. I love that its warm enough to not need a jacket but you can start wearing winter accessories and rain macs without looking silly.

6. Best memory? It's so hard to choose just one, any with my sister, we've had a lot of good times.

7. Describe yourself in one word. Creative. In so many ways, not all necessarily good.

8. Best accomplishment in life? Probably getting through my A-levels. I had a really tough time outside of school and was so close to dropping out. So glad I persevered.

9. Favorite book? Either the Hobbit or Good Morning, Midnight by Jean Rhys.

10. Favorite time of day? Early evening as it's usually when I get to spend time with my favourite people.

So that's me. Now time for my nominations...

Chanelle at ChanelleLouise

Ashlie at Ashlie Small

Sophie at Daydreams and Style

Sarah at The Beauty Revolution

Helen Louise at Cosmetics, Clothes and Cute Things

Imogen at The Bluebird & the robin

Linsay at Miss Linny O

Olivia at Beauty from the Fjord

Meghan at Peach Pips

And of course Katelyn at My Life

And my questions:

1. What is your favourite smell?
2. What's your top AW beauty tip?
3. If you could be anyone for a day, who would you choose?
4. What's your favourite clothing brand?
5. Describe yourself in three words.
6. Why did you start blogging?
7. Name your favourite blog ( or the blog you read most)
8. What's your favourite tv show?
9. If you had to choose one, which could you not live without, mascara or foundation?
10. What three items would you take to a desert island?

 Another thank you to Kate for the nomination, such an honour =)

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Come Rain or Shine

August Wishlist by casey-byrne featuring topshop

 

    It's August! We're 8months into 2013 and it seems to have absolutely flown by. I've been hard at the saving game over the last month so this wish list is a bit of a mish-mash of things I'm keen on but there seems to be a colour theme emerging. MINT, Get In My Life.

    I known the shift dress is basically the same as a previously featured dress (just in a different colour) and I feel like I'm cheating here slightly but I love it! The style is perfect for summer days and could easily be transformed to evening or autumn wear with heels or opaque tights.

 

    The rain mac is something I'm lusting over from afar, as are the Vans. I've wanted both of these for quite some time but I've been trying my hardest to save some money and coats and shoes are not things I'm in short supply of.

    I've included an oversized tee from AND. clothing which is a small unisex clothing company that have some roots in my local area so I'm keen to invest in one of their items and this lollipop dip dye top is right up my street.

 

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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse® OR



    I didn't do a Glossybox review for the June box as I was, again, unimpressed with it and had no motivation to review the products. Also, I didn't fancy writing a negative post because that's no fun! I've since unsubscribed to Glossybox and am on the prowl for a new beautybox subscription so if you have any recommendations please let me know.

There is one good thing that came out of that box though, Huile Prodigieuse OR by Nuxe. I love this product so much that I just want to scream about it from rooftops! I won't do that, but my blog is the next best thing so I will share it with you.

 

 

    Huile Prodigieuse OR is a multi purpose dry oil that is compiled of 92% ingredients that are sourced naturally. Among these are 6 precious plant oils (Borage, Sweet Almond, Macademia, St.Johnswort, Hazelnut and Camellia) which Nuxe have combined with Vitamin E to create a nourishing formula that will repair and protect skin and hair.
     Each review of this product I've seen has focussed on the products benefits for skin but I used it on my hair and couldn't be happier with the results.
I worked the oil through damp hair from tips to scalp, wrapped my hair in a dry towel and left for about 25minutes and then washed my hair normally.
The directions for use suggest 15-20 but I went for a little over 20 as my hair is very thick and quite damaged from so much heat styling. I was worried that this would mean that it would take more to get the oil out of my hair and was concerned about a greasy after effect but there was no such issue.
    This left my hair so smooth and manageable without making it feel heavy. It did wonders for product build up and made my hair feel a little stronger and in better condition all round. After one use, there's still quite a bit left in the bottle, which was a 10ml sample, so I'm going to use it every few weeks to give my hair a more deep cleanse treatment and to revitalise it a bit. In the mean time, I'm going to attempt to find some products which will deliver the same results but that are more in my price range because at £34.00 for 100ml, I won't be able to afford this one for a while yet! You can shop the Nuxe range here and if you have any recommendations I'd love to hear from you.

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Summer Crush

July Wishlist by casey-byrne featuring a lime green dress

 

    There are so many things I wanted to add to the wishlist this month so these are just a few items that have risen to the top of the list.

I love buttoned up blouses at the moment and there are so many on the high-street that I found it quite hard to choose just one. This Topshop number is so dainty, cute and in a colour I'm  really into at the moment so it had to be included. Plus, it's in the sale so hopefully it'll work it's way from wishlist to wardrobe soon
    The Twister lip balm is a novelty thing but was actually the first item to be added. Seeing as it combines two of my utmost addictions of the moment, lip balm and Twister ice lollies, it HAD to be on the post.
    This photo of the lime green dress, and on the internet generally, doesn't do the dress justice as it isn't a true reflection of the actual colour. It almost looks, mint green here but is in actual fact a very bright, lime green in the flesh.
Shift dresses are my fashion quest this month, along with camis. I'm determined to get one or two for the coming summer months along with a pair of brown heels as I literally own none! Don't ask me how I've fashionably functioned this long without a pair as I haven't a clue!

    What's on your wishlist for this month?