Saturday #5

My first sale purchase, J.W.Anderson x Topshop Tshirt 

Fashion Crush: Cara Delevingne

One of her many fans excited to see her

Cara Delevingne is the talk of the town (the huge metaphorical town of fashion). Only every few years do we come across a model who takes the fashion world by storm. Her eyebrows famous in their own right (they have there own twitter page), many of use would die for a pair of them.

I've never known a model to have as many fans as she does, I think this is because her personality really shines through in everything she does. The one thing I really love about her is her style. I believe she may be the "Queen of Cool". Over time I feel the effortless look has been over complicated but this girl as shown us how it can be brought right back down to earth.

Next season we will be seeing the British Fashion Awards Model of the Year staring in DKNY, Burberry and Chanel campaigns which is huge. Also Cara is an aspiring actress, she had her screen debut in Anna Karenina this year.

I think we will be seeing a lot more of those eyebrows in 2013.

Wendy x

December Ipsy Bag and Beauty Army Box

This month has not only been very busy for me, but it has passed by very quickly and I haven't had much time to dedicate to anything I need to get done such as my December Ipsy and Beauty Army review, but I have finally found a bit of time to finish it up and give you my full review. As I said last month I cancelled my subscription to Birchbox, so until I find another monthly subscription service that I love I will just be sticking to Ipsy and Beauty Army. I have been doing a little research into a couple other companies, but so far I haven't chosen one so if you have any suggestions feel free to comment. Also, before I get into my review I would like to share with you my plan for the new year, during 2013 my goal for this blog is to not only post more frequently, but to also make more tutorials and share more tips, and dabble more into my love for the rockabilly/pin-up beauty scene.

 

 

 

Ipsy Bag

The theme for this month's bag was simply focused on the holidays once again and titled "Haute Holiday".

 

 

For the past couple months Ipsy has been sticking with simple one shade makeup bags and I have been loving them, this month's was silver.

A woman can never have enough primer... I have tested many different kinds of primers in the past year and so far I really haven't been able to pin down a favorite but I do love this Mirabella Prime. I do not use it on my eyes because I use the NYX Cosmetics Eye Shadow Base, but it works wonders for fine lines and helps provide a smoother finish. As I am a HUGE fan of the rockabilly, pin-up, old Hollywood glamour scene making my skin appear flawless is very key to my everyday look and using a primer helps create this for me. 

 

There couldn't have been a more perfect time for me to receive this NYX Loose Pearl Eyeshadow  in Charcoal (darker than it appears in picture), I have been looking for a good shimmery eyeshadow that blended out well and came in a good variety of colors, and for only $3 a piece I definitely want one of these in each color. The color is highly pigmented and a little goes a long way especially when paired with eyeshadow base.

 

 

When we receive products like this 24/7 Eye Pencil from Urban Decay it makes the $10 I spend on my subscription seem so worth it because these bad boys are more expensive to purchase on there own, it also shows that Ipsy is definitely dedicated to us getting quality products. In my makeup bag/storage you could already find one of these pencils in white, but having a black one is definitely a nice addition. I love that these pencils are long lasting, and provide a very smooth application.

 

 

Once again this is one of those products that I am just too pale to give an honest review for, but I do love the concept of these highlighter papers by Mai Couture . They do work very well and provide a wonderful shimmery highlight for wherever you would like to apply, and you can blend them out with a brush if needed.

Honestly the name of this company in itself has made me instantly fall in love with them,  Be a...Bombshell Cosmetics , but they also have wonderful products. Since I have been a subscriber to Ipsy I have had the privilege to test not only this lip gloss but their eyeliner and have loved both products. The lip gloss I received is the shade of "Hot Mess", which is the perfect red hue for any true bombshell. My favorite way to wear this is over a red lip liner for a little extra pop.

 

 

 

Last, but definitely not least, this month Ipsy gave some subscribers, including me, a chance to test a product that hasn't even hit shelves yet called Naked Skin by Urban Decay.  This lightweight beauty balm is oil-free and instantly leaves the skin looking better and also works to better your skin within 8 weeks. Now, I have not been using it for 8 weeks and can not tell you in full detail how much this balm could do in that amount of time, but I do know that it does make an instant difference. This multitasking formula evens out skin tone, minimizes pores, lines, wrinkles and redness, protects with SPF 20, firms skin and improves elasticity, primes the skin for makeup application, and it also hydrates the skin. It works wonderfully and if you would like to try it out yourself it will be released exclusively to the general public on Urban Decay's website on January 8th.

 

 

 Beauty Army

  

 

Another red lip gloss!!! (I can never get enough.) This gloss is long lasting and a wonderful shade of red. I am very picky when it comes to lip glosses because I can not stand a sticky gloss, but this Glow Baby Glow lip gloss in the shade of Blow Kisses from Mark smoothly applies with very little stick.

 

 

I learned about this brand this summer when many women were searching for an easy way to create that textured beachy waves look and I stumbled upon the Not Your Mother's  Beach Babe, which works wonders. So, when I seen that I could test one that is made to help create volume I was excited especially considering a lot of my rockabilly hairstyles take quite a bit of teasing and volume. This hairspray is AMAZING to use when teasing, it took a lot less teasing for me to create perfect volume and it helped make my style last all day, but I barely could get past the disgusting scent. This hairspray is infused with Apple Blossom and Bamboo, but to me (and my boyfriend) it smelled terrible. I basically have to hold my breath when spraying and after I finish my hair I top it off with a spray of my regular good smelling hairspray to mask the scent a bit.

 

These products from Macadamia  quickly have found a place in my heart because I do love having healthy and shiny hair, but I also love being an unnatural redhead which takes A LOT of work. This deep repair masque left my hair smelling good, soft, shiny, and less frizzy. I also use their Healing Oil Treatment near daily and would recommend this brand to anyone.

 

This is one of those products that leaves me slightly puzzled, and I wonder why they would include this in samples, but I chose it anyways just to see what the hubbub was about. Now I have heard many controversial conversations about attempting to fade skin color, I even seen an episode dedicated to this on Tyra once were a women used harmful bleach on her skin in an attempt to lighten her skin color. This fade cream is from Dermisa which is sold in stores such as Walgreens and Target, and it is designed to erase age spots, sun spots, and dark spots, but makes me wonder what it would do for someone who has none of those like myself. I did apply this once but realized quickly that it does not work well with my sensitive skin, I became red and itchy very soon and learned that it contains Hydroquinone and can be harsh on people with sensitive skin.

Another small sample of eyeshadow from Whip Hand Cosmetics that is part of their Limited Edition Camo Collection. This eyeshadow is an almost olive green shade that blends out well but is mess to get out of the container. Whip Hand has wonderful highly pigmented, statement making shades, but I absolutely detest these little bottles that they package them in. 

 

Now I have heard of the Gatsby Salon somewhere at some point but never have heard of their products before I received this Ooh La La Volume Shampoo from them.  Apparently after doing some research into the products they sell a whole line dedicated to creating more volume for the hair, everything from shampoo to hairspray. Now, I do not know how long these products have been around but this particular product on their website has only 6 Facebook likes which leaves me kind of feeling like either no one is using Facebook these days or that a lot of people had the same experience with this product as I did..... nothing changed. I used this shampoo and my hair didn't seem even the slight bit different, no more volume to my hair than normal, and it actually was even duller looking when it dried. 

 

 

Alright, on and ending note I was pretty happy with all of my products from my subscriptions this month and in about a week I will have a post about some wonderful products from Urban Decay I am adding to my makeup collection and I will have full reviews for those and possibly even a lovely makeup tutorial.

 

 

 



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Saturday #4

Inside the Saudi Kingdom

I found this BBC documentary, in which a Saudi prince agrees to let an English journalist follow him around, very interesting. It is an hour but if you're bored, I'd recommend it :)

I wonder what she's saying...

Source

"Oh no you di'ent."

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Saturday #3

I first heard Haim on Monday, and I can already say I'm a SUPER FAN

Worst prayers ever

This made me laugh out loud xD
 

The random sajda LOL 

12-12-12

This post is about nothing. There's just no way I could not publish something on such a significant day. Soo.. yes, here's my acknowledgement to a date combination that none of us will ever see ever again. Ever. How weird is that?!



















I'm going to go and get a life now.

Beauty: Santa Baby

This is the second instalment in my Christmas beauty looks, this time I wanted to try out a classic party look the red lips. I believe everyone can pull off red lipstick but you just have to find the right red for you. If your pale and your skin has pink undertones the best red for you is one with a blue undertone, something like MAC Ruby Woo. If you have a darker skin tone with yellow undertones, choose a red with a orange undertone, 17 do a great one called Hot Chilli.

A lot of red lipsticks come in a Matte texture so they have staying power. I feel sometimes this can dry out lips and make them look small, you can go for a moisturising lipstick but you may lose out on the staying power. I combat this by using two red lipsticks, a matte one as a stain, building a few layers up to create the staying power then to add sheen and shape to the lips I use a glossy red in the centre focusing on the cupid's bow.

To compliment the red lips I added some simple definition to the eyes with L'Oreal Super Liner Gel Intenza in Pure Black and a lashing of Max Factor False Lash Effect Mascara.

Wendy x

"The difference between the one who remembers his Lord and the one who does not is like the difference between the living and the dead."

- Prophet Muhammed -

Fashion: Winter Wardrobe

We can all get stuck in a bit of a rut in the winter with our wardrobe choices, always choosing the warmest and most comfortable clothes which sometimes can be the most boring of clothes. I'm pretty much living in my big grey cashmere jumper at the moment, which is the comfiest thing on the plant during this super cold weather. Even though I'm in this big grey jumper I want to look stylish, I find a great way to style your sensible winter clothes is to add something shiny  Anything from a statement necklace to a pair of sliver chrome shoes in my case it catches the eye and changes your whole look in seconds. 

I bought these amazing sliver chrome shoes from New Look, they remind me of a pair Alexa Chung wore which I adored. They are probably not the most sensible of shoes to wear day to day in the winter as you may lose a few toes to frost bite, I will probably only get away with wearing them somewhere I will be indoors the whole time but I love the all the same.

 If you’re the type of girl who likes their simple and classic pieces but want to change it up a great way to do this is to look for classic shapes and styles with a bit of a fashion forward twist. This is perfect if you still like to keep your evening wear similar to your day wear but want to shake it up a bit.

A great example of a classic with a twist is this white H&M tshirt. It has a leopard print pattern on it without any dramatic colour, this making it easy to dress up or down. 

Wendy x

My non-hijabi style

I have no idea what to post about in terms of hijab style these days so I thought I'd show you what I wore the other day to a surprise party I went to for this adorable 11 year old girl who had just come back from hajj. Obviously the stuff is not exactly the same but it's very similar. I'm pretty unadventurous when it comes to non-hijabi fashion, I don't really like crazy dresses so I tend to always go for jeans + t-shirt + heels.

 

Peplum by stylishmuslimah

 

Love peplum tops :)

Saturday #2

My favourite make-up, smoky brown eye and contoured face 

The fundamentals of happiness

I came across a list of 29 things to remember if you are in a time of hardship in the book 'Don't Be Sad' by Aaidh ibn Abdullah al-Qarni. I liked it so I wanted to share the extract :)

1. Know that if you do not live within the scope of today, your thoughts will be scattered, your affairs will become confused, and your worrying will increase:

"When you are in the morning, do not expect to see the evening, and when you are in the evening, do not expect to see the morning."

[Hadith]

2. Forget the past and all that it contained. Being absorbed in things that are gone is sheer lunacy.

3. Do not be preoccupied with the future. Because the future is in the world of the unseen, do not let it bother you until it comes.

4. Do not be shaken by criticism; instead, be firm. And know that, in proportion to your worth, the level of people's criticism rises.

5. Faith in Allah (swt) and good deeds: these are the ingredients that make up a good and happy life.

6. Whoever desires peace, tranquillity, and comfort can find it all in the remembrance of Allah (swt).

7. You should know with certainty that everything that happens, occurs in accordance with a divine decree.

8. Do not expect gratitude from anyone.

9. Train yourself to be ready and prepared for the worst eventuality.

10. Perhaps what has happened is in your best interest (though you may not comprehend how that is so).

11. Everything that is decreed for the Muslim is best for him.

12. Enumerate the blessings of Allah (swt) and be thankful for them.

13. Remember that you are better off than many others.

14. Remember that relief can come from one hour to the next.

15. In both times of hardship and ease, one should turn to supplication and prayer.

16. Calamities should strengthen your heart and reshape your outlook in a positive sense.

17. Indeed, with each difficulty there is relief.

18. Do not let trials be the cause of your destruction.

19. Indeed, remember that your Lord is Oft-Forgiving.

20. Do not be angry... Do not be angry... Do not be angry.

21. Life is bread, water, and shade; so do not be perturbed by a lack of any other material thing.

And in the heaven is your provision, and that which you are promised.

[Qur'an 51: 22]

22. Most evil that you think will happen never actually occurs.

23. Look at those who are afflicted and be thankful.

24. When Allah (swt) loves a person, He makes them endure trials.

25. You should constantly repeat supplications that the Prophet (bpuh) taught us to say during times of hardship.

26. Work hard at something that is productive, and cast off idleness.

27. Don't spread rumours and don't listen to them. If you hear a rumour inadvertently, then don't believe it.

28. Your malice and your striving to seek revenge are much more harmful to your health than they are to your antagonist.

29. The hardships that befall you atone for your sins.

 

I like numbers 4, 6, 8, 16, 27 the best.

Beauty Post: Berry Christmas

The Hoilday Season is a great time to try out a new makeup look as there is always a party to show it off at. I’m going to show you a few different looks over December, firstly starting with this elegant and simple berry look.

 I wanted to create a stained effect with the makeup using similar shades on both the eyes and lips. I used the darkest shade in the YSL Ombres Lumieres Purple eyeshadow pallete across the whole lid and underneath the waterline to create a little shadow. Then I used 17 Lasting Fix Lipstick in New Black as a stained gloss by mixing it with lip balm.

I love experimenting with new eye colours, you can do this without wasting money on single eyeshadows in which you might not suit or end up only using a few times. I suggest you purchase a palette from a cheap range such as Sleek (their palettes are a bargain and they have such a good selection). I own a H&M palette which has a huge range of colours and which cost me around £5, it’s given me the opportunity to see what colours I really love and suit. 

What beauty looks are you planning to try out this party season??

Wendy

 x

11 things I really love

 

I thought I'd balance out the '11 things I really hate' post with one equally self-centred :D

 

1. My mum. Obviously :)

2. Have you ever met someone and liked them instantly, like you've been friends with them forever? I've only ever had that with one person, but it's the nicest feeling.

3. Music. Cliche perhaps, but I love it. 

 

4. Do you know when you laugh until your cheeks and tummy hurt so much that you just can't anymore? That's so fun! Although for some reason it rarely ever happens now I'm 22 :(

 

5. The films Pride and Prejudice, Atonement, Shawshank Redemption and

Apocalypto

6. If I have a problem, I sometimes open the Quran randomly. I've found it almost always opens at a very insightful iya, it's so comforting.

7. Clothes, bags, shoes.. in case you haven't noticed..

8. eBay, Amazon and ASOS - probably where I do 99% of my online shopping

9. Those clear, crisp, fresh mornings that you get in Autumn   10. When you get to the till and the thing is cheaper than you expected. I probably get a bit too happy to be honest.   11. If this blog was not about fashion, it would be about cars. I. Love. Cars.   If you have a blog and are bored, do this post and then link it in the comments, it'd be interesting to read other peoples! Also, I'm not feeling very inspired in the way of fashion post ideas, so if you have any please do them leave too. Hope you're all having a good weekend :)

Saturday #1

Lauren on swing during Get Your Coat Shoot

                                                                           

Street Style: Glasgow 30/11/12

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