OOTD/N - Leopard lovin'

An easy and colorful outfit for those hot summer days - And nights!

I wore this a few weeks back to a friends BBQ and thought it a great example of how to channel summer trends in a slightly more subtle way.
This top I purchased at the end of summer sales last year, for a good price in awear. I personally have great luck with their sales - and usually come away with something trendy or versatile.

I actually have this on backwards as there is a zip detail on the intended front, which I don't particularity like. However the back straps make for a more interesting 'cut-out' style when worn this way. The colourful lepard print makes this top a summer essential and a statement for the outfit.

I have it teamed with this black demin shorts from Urban Outfitters. These strap sandals and neon clutch both from pennys. Both are bang on trend this summer and when they are cheap as chips in pennys everyone can follow even the trends while saving some dosh!

-Cliona 

GIRLS NIGHT- IN #Sleepoverclub

Calling all lovers of girly nights!
Full of face-masks, girls only chatter and enough nail varnish to send you psycho!

So last Thursday I called up my girls for a night in. Sometimes the indulgent nights are much needed, especially when we all have such busy and different lived. Not that cocktails and talking until the small hours helped out lives in the grand scheme of things! But gave us a momentary break from reality and the big bad world outside.
I feel as though sleepover are both a tradition and religion with duvets, pillows and legs sprawled all across my room. Taking us back to the younger days when we first became friends.
I don't know what it is -  that talking, really late at night dose, but it is defiantly only a luxury shared with close friends. Time that is sacred and secret between you.

As part of our girlie night we had face-masks and manicured. We got a range of different types, mostly from superdrug and some others from boots. They are a beauty bargain at only 1.25 each!

I tried this calming floral mud mask. It was for normal to dry skin with soothing and hydrating properties, perfect for my combination skin.

It is a white coloured clay that was easily applied. I felt as though there was quite a lot of  product in the sashay, covering my skin in a thick enough layer with some to spare.
We left the masks on for about 15-20 mins when we could feel then clay drying and tightening on the skin. The best way to remove the masks is with warm water and a face cloth. After the mask my skin felt soft, refreshed and had a healthy pink glow.

We also engaged in a make-up sech. Below is another dear friend of mine, Emma. Being dolled up! 

Sorry, the flash was a little bright. 

And some more pictures of our night - Just for fun!

Some homemade (and Tesco helped) Cocktails 

Halloween Calllin'

Necessities 

Mermaid Manicures & All important slippers. Even when its 25 Degrees! 

What is you favorite part of a girly night?

- Cliona 

FESTIVAL SERIES - LOOKBOOK

So this is my first step back on the YouTube scene! And how do it than with a LookBook!
Featuring both new and slightly older items, I with the help of dear friend and definite fashion fanatic Emily, created this lookbook to inspire you this festival season.

I've been to both a festival at home, here in Ireland and the Netherlands. They are worlds apart, and not just geographically. Some looks suit purely foreign festivals as they are light weight, high summer looks, others can be layered for the unexpected weather changes of Ireland, England and other cooler climates.
I definitely wouldn't wear a maxi skirt (or at least not one you care about) to any Irish gig/concert/festival. I would also consider wellies or sturdy waterproof boots an essential for Ireland! Even with all our recent good weather, the ground can become very sort with thousands of people trudging across it.

Remember this is just an inspirational piece and using your own creativity at a festival is great. It a good place to experiment with looks and fashion ideas you enjoy without the constraints of everyday wear clothing.

Emily's blog here - http://emilykielthy.blogspot.ie/
Check her out for your next fashion fix!

FESTIVAL SERIES : Essentials Checklist

Heading off to a festival this summer?
Here is my essential checklist for all your festival needs to make the
weekend as easy and comfortable as possible. 

• ·         ID

Might sound obvious but you will need photo ID, its dosn't matter who you are, who you know or how old you think you look – just bring the ID. Its not worth the time or hassel to be questioned or refused from something

• ·         Ticket

Another obvious one but people always manage to forget the most basic of things. And it would be a real sickener to miss out because you forgot a piece of paper!

• ·         Money:

I think its easy yo for get as I never really tend to carry cash. Make sure you are prepared. You’ll need food, want drinks and emergency money. Oh did I mention of drinks?

• ·         Wellie-boots 

If its anywhere in Ireland, England or even parts of Europe you are almost guaranteed at least ONE SHOWER. And the ground will become soft as thousands of people trek over the grass. You might feel silly wearing them on the bus if its hot but I think they are a must. You will not regret bringing them!

• ·         Camping essentials

Tent, sleeping bag, foam mat, torch, masking/duct tape, bin bags.

• ·         Hygiene essentials
  
  Hand sanitizer, toilet paper, dry shampoo, deodorant, body-mist, hair/tooth brush MOUTH WASH, wet wipes!

• ·     Space blanket, , first aid kit, plasters just in case  First-aid tents are always busy and small things can be dealt with easily.

I hope this checklist is useful whether you're a first time festival goer,
or an annual addict!
And let me know if I forgot anything. Happy camping!  More of the festival series coming soon!

-Cliona 

Quote Of The Week

Personal favorite of mine, both inspirational and motivational, to stay as unique as the individual you are!

OOTD - Strips and Sass

This look is my ultimate 'tried and tested' and 'fool-proof' go-to outfit!

Its so easy to pull off this look and suits almost everyone and every occasion. 

Here I've teamed this black and white striped crop top with this pencil skirt, both from forever21.

You could say its drawing on the monochrome trend that's popular at the moment,
I like to think its Parisian inspired. Especially teamed with the red lipstick which is R.E.D by MAC and the nail rails which is catrice.
These heeled sandals are so ladylike and simply. When I wear them I feel like I've stepped off the set of sex and the city despite they are a primark/pennys bargin!
And my Marc by Marc B bag is years old but reliable to upgrade any look.

Alternatively you could team this with neutral lips and some neon accessories to be bang on trend for summer 2013.

So if you are stuck for an outfit, its so easy to just grab that reliable black dress - but for a bit more personality to your outfit just take stripes and add SASS! 

Cliona

Liebster Award : Answers, Nominations and Questions!

Eleven facts about myself:

1 - I am truly obsessed and addicted to berry tea.
2 - I have a group of really good and reliable friends, which I truly value and love!
3 - Blogging is something I've been putting off for years
4 - I've had a YouTube channel for nearly 3 years - I never took it too seriously and it never really took off.
5 - I have dyslexia and sometimes it makes me sad when I find things difficult, like spelling and concentration.
6 - Watching Film/movies are one of my favorite 'hobbies' (I also watch a lot of trailers)
7 - I think I am quite confidant and outgoing.
8 - I have a few OCD like tendencies.
9 - I prefer living in Dublin to living in Wexford.
10 - For my first year of College/Uni I lived with 9 other people!
11 - I'm only 19 but feel like I've lived a lot than my years.

Emilys Questions for me: 

1 - Who's your favorite blogger at the moment?
   One of my favorite blogs is SHEWEARSFASHION.uk I look her experimental and on-trend looks!

2 - Where do you get your inspiration?I get a lot of mu inspiration from blogs and fashion magazines and have always done. But photography plays a big part and film and music videos can also be great.

3 - Whats your favorite movie and why?
500 days of summer has been a favored film of mine for years. I like the 'indie' vibe, the sound track and of course you cant but like a film with Joesph Gordon-Levitt AND Zooey Deschanel !

4 - Why did you start a blog?
 I started this blog to be a little more serious about the goals I have in life and my writing aspirations. As mentioned I've had a YouTube for some years but I think having the blog too makes it a little more legitimate.

5 - Who is your favorite author?
 Unfortunately I don't really read enough to justify having a 'favorite author' but I have read 2 of Jodie Picoult. And I do like her style of writing. 

 
6 - Where would you love to live?
I love to live in a city, Any city that is buzzing with creativity and energy! I've been in Dublin for the past 9 months and its great! Couldn't be happier living in the lights and noise of it all! but I see maybe somewhere a little more European in the future!

7 - Whats your dream job? 
I think I would live to go into visual merchandising, and window displays. I currently work in retail and those are my responsibilities on a very small scale.  But that 'dream job' thats always on the back burner is Television Presenter! 

8 - Whats your favorite colour?
Baby Blue is my absolute favorite colour! Never really been a 'girly-girl'. But thats to designers like Cath Kidston you can get really pretty things with patterns and bows without feeling 6 years old!

9 - Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years I will probably still be in College/Uni. My current course is 2 years, then I can finnish the degree with 2 further years and the 5 will most likely be a masters. But appart fomr the educational side I see myself still enjoying time with my beloved friends!

10 - Who's your favorite singer?
Brandon Flowers. That is all. 


11 - What do you like about my blog?
I really like how Emily set her mind to a task and only 1 week into her blog is flying along and blazing bloggers trails! YOU GO GLEN COCO!


My Eleven Questions:

1 - What is the one beauty product you couldn't go without?
2 - Why did you start your blog?
3 - If you were an animal what would you be?
4 - What is your favorite accent?
5 - Whats your favorite place you've ever visited?
6 - Is there something that everyone likes, but you don't? eg: Chocolate? the beach? etc. 
7 - What was the first item of make-up you ever bought?
8 - Name one song that you could listen to all day and never be sick of.
9 - Is there an aspect of your personality or something you do that you are 'known' for? 
10 - What job would you love to try, just for one day?
11 - What do you like about my blog?



Bloggers Im tagging!

http://tanyiatalks.blogspot.ie/
http://www.powderroom.ie/
http://makeupbyoksana.blogspot.ie/
http://toomanyfreckles.blogspot.ie/
http://aspoonfulofhopex.blogspot.ie/
http://thepalefemale.blogspot.ie/
http://lipsticksandheels.blogspot.ie/
http://www.makeupmonster.ie/
http://taupeandpearl.blogspot.ie/
http://peachynotes.blogspot.ie/
http://roxysboxoftricks.blogspot.ie/

Cliona ♥