Young Guns

Hello fellow bloggers and anyone else who stumbles upon my musings. No point in even attempting to excuse my absence this time but I will mention the fact that my little NetBook is sadly running out of juice.

Anyhow, I wanted to post a couple of images detailing a feature I was involved with at IMAGE magazine during my stint as editorial assistant. Young Guns features up and coming talent in Ireland... And did I mention how they're all male? Make sure to have a looksie. Suited and booted, they make a very dapper bunch indeed. Pick up your copy of the September issue, you won't be disappointed!

Excuse the quality of the IPhone images but this sneak peek should act as an incentive to purchase a copy and see the spread in all it's glory.

It's time for me to move on to a new project starting next week, one which I'm very excited about! More news on that soon, until next time my friends x

Summer has come and gone..

Hello! So it's a busy time, as all media and magazine folk will know we have to plan ahead for future issues. The sun may have been shining but I was swooning over all the gorgeous AW fashion we have to look forward to. Get excited!

Saying that, with the high temperatures of late I had to invest in a couple of pretty and light tops.. From Topshop of course.. don't think I've ever left it empty handed!

Ireland is known for its changeable weather, this week alone we have had sunshine, rain, thunder and lightning. Pretty impressive really oh and it makes for very pretty rainbows..

We had a beauty sale in office this week which translates as make up products at cheap prices with the proceeds going to charity. Everyone's a winner then.

Also one of my friends introduced to this motto which is something i'mtrying to adopt.. In fact given that the Irish nation is prone to complaining we could all use it!

Lets hope the sun hasn't disappeared for good for Ireland is truly gorgeous in good weather. Hope everyone is enjoying summer!

Make Over Your Make Up Bag!

First published on Intrigue.ie

Before I begin, I must admit that these products are of the want variety rather than need… however they are extremely pretty and very hard to resist if you’re anything like the magpie that is me. Just one of these will reinvent your make-up bag and put a smile on your face every time you use it – although be warned, they are on the pricey side..

YSL Rouge Volupte €31 – From the glamorous gold packaging to the creamy texture of this luxurious lipstick – this is one product I’m well and truly hooked on. Available in 29 shades, the long-lasting formula is pigmented with a Colour Shine complex giving you plump and radiant lips. As if this wasn’t reason enough to invest, there is also an added SPF 15, essential in the beautiful sunny weather we’re having of late!

Aerin Summer Style Palette €56.00  – Aerin Lauder, granddaughter of the esteemed Estee Lauder has created her own make up line and it’s simply gorgeous. Luxurious but girly, encased in this pretty packaging there are two neutral eyeshadows, a soft nude blush to warm the cheeks, two lip glosses and two lipsticks, in this handbag friendly palette. Other highlights to this collection include the beach cream which doubles up as a body lotion, beach conditioner and the bronzing powder but this palette is definitely pick of the bunch in my opinion.

MAC Pearlmatte Face Powder €29.50 – A sucker for all things MAC I think this collection is one of the cutest yet. As the campaign imagery shows it is inspired by sweet treats including delectable macaroons and decorative cupcakes. Entitled the Baking Beauties Collection, the colour palette is dominated by pastels and candy colours so it’s a must see for any self-confessed girly girl. It includes four lipsticks, five eyeshadows, three nail polished, a mascara and two face powders. While I could probably buy every item, for now I have my eye on the face powder In For A Treat -  half because I need one and half due to the pretty pattern!

Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Mascara €30 – When I think luxury I think Chanel and while a 2.55 handbag is way out of my reach, at least I can content myself with the odd make up splurge. The black packaging is trademark Chanel and its understated look is the last word in elegance. Do not be put off by the large wand, for on practised application it creates wonderfully glossy and Bambi-like lashes. For lasting curl, hold and volume, this mascara has all the makings of a cult product.

Benefit Primping with the Stars €37 – When discussing pretty make up I can hardly leave Benefit out. Three kits have been released of late; Do The Bright Thing, Bronze of Champions and Primping with the Stars. Each of these has its highlights but if buying one, I think I would choose Primping with the Stars. It contains mini versions of Stay Don’t Stray, The Porefessional, Some Kind-a Gorgeous in Medium, Benetint,Girl Meets Pearl & They’re Real! mascara. All of these have achieved great reviews in their own right, particularly They’re Real! and The Porefessional which are two of Benefit’s bestsellers. It’s the perfect complexion fixing kit and will look super cute in your handbag.

So that completes my round-up of pretty products… go forth and splurge!

Insta Post!

Quick Insta post to show what's been going on in my life lately! I've been busy with work and also have had a nasty toothache so nothing too exciting of late.

That said I get to see one of my best girls home from London tomorrow so can't wait! So a few pretty snaps of Dun Laoghaire in our recent and short lived heat wave, cutest coffee cup ever and a couple of snaps of my favourite people. Until next time :) 

Italy!

Last weekend I visited Italy for the first time to attend my cousins wedding in Arezzo, Tuscany. It was beautiful but far too short as we only stayed for three days. I can't wait to return and for a much a longer visit next time.

The ceremony and reception were held in a small church high up in the mountains surrounded by luscious greenery and a gorgeous blue sky. We were very lucky as the next day was marred by showers and storms.

Florence is such a pretty city even though we only spent two hours there as it was an hour there and back and we had to return for a family dinner. Delicious pizza and gelato, diets and healthy eating are forgotten about here!

Here are a few snaps of the day, I wore a blush pink Rachel Gilbert dress and   

hot pink suede Louboutin shoes.... I loved the combination and hope another occasion will crop up soon so it has another outing!

Coachella 2013..

This weekend, its all about Coachella. The music festival taking place in Indio, California, the Inland's Empire Coachella Valley to be geographically correct.

The fashion fabulous set, the music lovers and anyone who loves a good party come together to celebrate at the coolest music festival there is. It marks the start of the festival season and it's a hard act to follow.

Performing at this years festival are The Red Hot Chill Peppers, The Stone Roses and Blur to name but a few. It also takes place over two weekends, yes it really is that cool.

All weekend my Instagram has been full of gorgeous photos detailing what the bloggers are wearing. Crochet, denim, neon, white, stacked jewellery, fedoras... Oh the list of gorgeousness is endless.

It's also made the headlines for the celebrities attending, Kirsten Stewart and Robert Pattison appear to be back together for they were pictured holding hands.

Between the massive line up of rock, indie and dance acts and cool activities such as the Neon Carnival all of which takes place in the warm sunshine, is it any wonder I'm practically drooling with jealousy!

Excuse the mental image but at least it conveys my inner green eyes monster.

The XX and New Order are just two of the acts set to storm the Coachella stage next weekend.. Oh someday I will get there..

My Week In Pictures!

Just a few short snaps of what my week involved, Instagram style!

Dun Laoghaire, aka my place of work is a very pretty coastal town with a beautiful pier, perfect for walks on lazy afternoons or whiling away your lunch hour. I just had to photograph it, with the oh so pretty bandstand.

This photo is a little older but included it as it's of one of my best girls and I at my birthday a couple of weeks ago. She's a lovely.

As I've mentioned before Topshop is one of my happy places and I picked up a few items lately. I wore the dress photographed with my bestie on my birthday and am already planning the next few outfits.

I have a sweet tooth.. And caramel is my Achilles heel. Blondie brownie was just calling my name... Yum yum yum. It cancelled out my run earlier in the day but hey, it was worth it!

Fanore Beach, about an hour from my home house, is one of my favourite places I love beaches full stop but this one really is just gorgeous. Sand dunes, blue skies and sparkling water... It made for the perfect Saturday jaunt.