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First of all sorry for this post being so late, with all my travelling I just never got the chance to upload. It's now halfway through February and I don't know where the year has gone ;o

 Nevertheless, 2016 went by so quick,  like I went to New York in March and that feels like yesterday.... so crazy! With a new year comes new products and new discoveries, I couldn't let the year slide without rounding up The best of 2016. Enjoy :)





The whole year for me was all about Kyle Jenner's Lip kits. I caved into the hype and ended up loving them. The formula is incredible, a little drying but gives such a great outcome. I ended up buying 6 last year and I am not even sorry. My fav has to be Koko K for sure. Good job Kylie. 

Next, has to be my Urban Decay Gwen Stefani palette, I received this as a gift from my parents for my Christmas 2015 and have loved it ever since. The shades are just perfect for an everyday look but also can be made for going out. Anaheim and Zone are my go-to shades for a subtle look but they also work well as an eyebrow shade too. Blonde and Skimp are super pretty for highlight under the eyebrow and in the tear duct area. 

Lastly, I loved the Anatasia Beverley Hills Contour Kit, I purchased this whilst I was in Soho and fell in love. I was a bit sceptical about using cream products but it just gives an extra depth to the face and gives the perfect contour. I use a mix of Fair and Neutral for highlight and a mix of Java and Light Sculpt for contour. I will say that I only use this when I am going out as I find it quite heavy but overall I am obsessed with this. 



I stepped out my comfort zone this year when it came to skincare, I tried new things and ended up loving Dermalogica. I was given this free at the National Television Awards and have been obsessed. I think I featured each thing in one of my favourites through the year, my go-to's have been the Multi-active Toner and Active Moist.

Next, up has to be my love for Liz Earle, I don't know why I never went near her products before but I am so glad I did. They have been a complete life changer, they have become a firm favourite in my skincare routine. I got both the Instant Boost Skin Tonic and Soothing Eye Lotion for my Christmas and I am in love.

I obviously have to mention Zoe's products, whether it was her Sweet Inspirations, Lifestyle or Christmas range, she basically killed it!! I was lucky enough to get my hands on most of each range and loved every one. My favourite has to be the Christmas range, I am still using the hand cream and it is making me miss Christmas so much! Also, I have to love it as can we thrown it back to when Zoella Beauty used my pic, complete fan girl and claim to fame!!



I went full on with reading, I love reading but I just don't find the time. However, last year I think I was a lot better. I crammed a lot more books in and even did a blog post about it!! 
My top books where the Divergent Series, I was a bit sceptical but it kept me going through my holiday and I love them. I just watched the movies and I don't think they give the book justice!!
All The Bright Places has to be my favourite, this was in Zoe's book club and I am so glad I read it! It was amazingly written and gives you a wave of emotions throughout!! Highly recommended! 

Next, up has to be my Bath and Body Work candles, I love candles but nothing will compete with the scents I bought at Christmas! Pumpkin Pecan Waffle was heavenly and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin was Christmas in a jar! I will have to try to pick some more up when I go to America in summer!!! 


Accessories!!
 I stepped up my game when it came to adding some accessories to my outfits.
I jumped onto the choker bandwagon and actually fell in love with wearing them, this one I picked up in Matalan and I just think it is the cutest! I never wore them as much as I wanted to as I have a lot of high neck tops but when I did I loved it!! Throwing back to  90s/00s!!
 Is it acceptable to still wear them?? I hope so!!

Scrunchies are also something I fell in love with! I had seen so many people rocking them but I just never brought myself to buy some, however, I found this cute set of two on Amazon and I had to buy them! One is a black velvet which was perfect for Christmas and a red tartan one which was great for the whole of Winter! I found it great to add a little more to my hair after I got it all chopped off!
I may have to buy more 'Spring' coloured ones!!! Again major throwback to when I was younger!!

Last but not least Earrings!! Fun fact, I thought I had a bad nickel allergy so I have never worn earrings that were not gold since was like 8/9! But last year I decided to chance my luck and try out a pair of hooped earrings I got last Christmas!! I saw hoops everywhere so I wanted to join the trend, thankful my ears were fine, after 13 years of boring earrings I could finally wear 'normal' earrings.
I popped on Asos and found these bigger rose gold hoops, they are quite thin, however, I love them!! Firm fav of January 2017!!

Let me know what you loved in 2016 and what you have been loving this month?
Sorry for this being so late, but I was so happy with this post I didn't want to scrap it!!
Have a good Sunday!!
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I feel like this month has gone pretty quick, quicker than all the rest, although I am writing my favourites a little early.  I want December to be all about Christmas so you are getting this in advance! 
Just like every month I wanna share my what I have been loving! Enjoy!!


Perkier Quinoa Bar Cashew , Chia & Pumpkin Seed  Bars 
They are obviously gluten-free but they are also  vegan and all natural. I love to try new bars as it gets quite boring eating the same thing every day. Pumpkin seeds are one of my favourite things to eat and with the Cashew and Chia Seeds, this is just a win!!

Porridge
I haven't taken a pic, but just imagine warm porridge on a cold morning steaming in the bowl! I used to loveee porridge but went completely of it, but now that the weather is so cold in  I want something to warm me up in the morning ! I forgot how much I love it, I have been loving golden syrup or Apple and Cinnamon Porridge!! 


Zoella Hungry Hands 
Now if you read my Zoella Christmas or Autumn Essentials post you will know how much I am obsessed with this scent!! If you don't know it is gingerbread and it honestly smells edible! I have been waiting to actually use it as I want to wait until it is very festive and now is a perfect time!! It makes my hands feel so soft and smell lush!! 

Maybelline The Falsies Waterproof
I actually picked this up by accident when I was trying to get the normal one, but I thought I would give it a bash! It makes my lashes really long and I can get away with just wearing this  rather than a few layers!! I don't, however,  like the wand, it has a weird top and moves about a lot lol.
It has been a staple in my everyday makeup, however, it takes a whole lot of effort to actually get it off which takes me to my next favourite!!

Liz Earle Soothing Eye Lotion
This has been perfect to take off the remainder of my mascara without being too harsh on my eyes,  It feels so nice and  soothing. I have fallen in love with this so  I have actually put the full bottle on my Christmas list, it certainly has made its way into my night skincare routine!!


November has honestly been all about haircare, if you didn't know I chopped my hair short a few weeks ago so I have had to change my hair care!! The first thing I will say is that I have had to put so much more effort in than before, my straighteners have been working overtime to make sure my hair is presentable each day. I am happy though as it means I can use these gorgeous Rose Gold GHDs!!

Tresemme Heat Defence Styling Spray
With all the straightening I am scared my hair is just going to give up on me, I have pretty healthy hair so I don't want it to be frazzled! I picked up this heat defence spray in boots as I have used Tresemme products before, and I love it!! It feels so light on my hair and does the job! It also give my hair a little shine which is just a bonus! 

Lee Stafford Coco Loco Coco Mousse 
The last thing I have been loving this month is the Lee Starfford Mouse, my hair has absolutely no volume what so ever so when I got my hair chopped it was more noticeable! I needed something that gave me a boost with it making my hair too mad!! This is perfect, as it say on the bottle it doesn't make my hair crispy and heavy, it gives  it volume but still feeling light!! Not to mention the smell is insane and takes me back to my Summer Holidays in Malta!!

Let me know what you are loving this month??
I also want to kinda announce that I will being doing my take on 'Blogmas' I can't commit to one post every day but I think my schedule will be twice a week with maybe some extras thrown in there!!
I feel like this is my first proper Christmas,  fully into my blog so I really want to go all out!! 
I'll be obviously posting on here but make sure you Follow me on Twitter for updates!!! 
Hope you are having a wonderful day and are excited as I am for next month!!

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I am going to quietly get excited about the fact that October is over and it is finally November, honestly though this year is going way to fast and it seems like yesterday I was writing last month's favorites!! Now that Halloween is over it's all be about Christmas, NO COMPLAINING!!  


I am going start by mentioning something not pictured and that is Michael Bublé's new album 'Nothing But Me'. I am just a big fan of his music (esp around Xmas) and I so glad he came out with a new album. His voice is so soothing and calming, it can put me in such a good mood so quickly. I kinda want to see him live again, now that he has new music. 
Although such bad news about his son Noah, he is so young it breaks my heart! Hope he gets better soon! 

I actually started to use Zoe's Cosmopolitan as a prop but then it worked quickly into my favs, I love her long hair, and the pictures are so fun and gorgeous! I enjoyed reading the mag, I might start buying more as it was nice to read something away from the screen! Good job Zoe, killing it! 

The theme of Zoe continues as I have been loving watching her last years Vlogmas, it all started when I wrote my Blogger Gift Swap post. I just got in such a Christmassy mood, I think I binged like 7 of her videos in one day lol. I am generally so excited about this years Vlogmas!!! 

As the nights are getting darker sooner I have been all about the fairy lights and the candles and getting all cozy. It just makes everything to atmospheric and pretty, I have also been loving using them in my blog pictures. They are a fab for any flat lays, especially coming into the festive period!! I may have to buy some more ;)

My make-up favourite has to be the Sleek Minis, I honestly love them, my favourite has to be Birthday Suit however I have been loving all 4!!! Good job Sleek! :)

As you would have seen by my Bath and Body Work Haul I love candles, I have been burning them all the last few weeks and I will say that my favourite has to be Pumpkin Pecan  Waffles! Like I said it is 100% my level of sweetness, you can smell both sweet and nutty notes. The scent is so strong I can still smell it hours after. I wish I had bought a bigger one as it is slowly burning out! :(

Food-wise, I have been lovinggggg Monkey nuts. Now I don't know why they come out at this time of year but I just know that I stock up!! They remind me off when I was a child and my parent would play the 'Monkey Nut' game at Halloween. They would scatter them all over the floor and my sister and I would be blindfolded trying to get as many as possible!!! ahh the memories! 

And Lastly, I have to mention my new short hair! Now I am not going say that I wanted it this short but I am growing to love it!! I was sick of the blonde in my hair and really wanted a change! It feels a lot healthier however it takes more work to maintain it!! I have to straighten it quite a bit and I can't just throw it up in a top knot or bun anymore! Either way I'll have to get used to it, plus my hair grows pretty quick!!  

The next months are my favourite months and I am so excited, I just placed an order a Christmas order on Asos! eeekk!!!

What have you been loving in October? and what are you looking forward this month?
Have a great 5th Of November! 
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This year is seriously slipping away too fast! Summer is officially over and now it is all about candles and cosy blanket!! (*I am currently sitting bundled up wth my candles burning right now editing this ;) *)  September has come and gone and with that has come new favourites, enjoy! 

I am going to jump right into my makeup favourites as I seem to have gathered a lot this month. 
NYX Control Freak Eyebrow Gel 
I actually bought this at the same time as my Zoella Sweet Inspirations range but it just got thrown to the bottom of my pile, until now. I don't know why I haven't used it before, I obviously use it after I put on a powder colour to my brows. It holds the shadow and gives my eyebrows a nice shape!!! 
Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade
First of all, I was super surprised that this was only £15, for some reason I thought it was going to be more! It gives my brows a more defined/strong look, for days I feel more daring! I was scared that it would be hard use as it is creamier than anything I have used on eyebrows. However, I have found it easy, because, it is so creamy it just glides on. I have the shade 'Taupe' and find it is a perfect match. 
Benefit Hoola Mini Bronzer
This has been my recent September fav, Boots suckered me in by having this at the till point. I have never used Hoola before so I thought a mini would be perfect to try. I will say I find it very close to Nars Laguna and as you know that is my fav!! However, it has been a great addition to my everyday day makeup and the size of the product is great to pop in makeup-up bag. 
Mac Cinderella Beauty Powder - Mystery Princess
Like you can see I have had this for a while, I have loved using it as a highlight, however, recently I have been loving it as a powder. I just think it gives my face a really nice glow, I have hated having a matte face recently so this is perfect. This is one of my favourite products I have bought and it just keeps getting better. 
Kylie Cosmetics - Maliboo
I like to welcome number 5 of my Kylie fam, I know another nude but I swear it is different from the rest. It is slightly cooler-toned tone, and less orangey than Exposed. It is very subtle and is perfect for my skin, once again Kylie has nailed another colour, I have been obsessed! 


Yes To Carrots Pampering Conditioner 
If you don't know I recently dyed my hair so the quality and texture are completely different. I have been finding that I need to buy more products for dry hair. I have heard so many amazing things about Yes To.. products that I thought I would give a go. I did buy a shampoo but I am not that impressed, however, this Yes To Carrots Conditioner is amazing. It makes my hair feel super moisturising and soft and smells amazing! 

Beautiful Disaster - Jamie McGuire
I have read more and more books lately however I always stick to buying the same kind of books, so I went browsing in my friend's house and found this book. It follows Abby in her university, she is the good girl until she meets Travis and her life becomes that little bit more exciting and dangerous!  I haven't finished it but I am really enjoying it!

Rose Gold Addidas Stan Smiths
Now I swore to myself I wouldn't cave into the hype of Stan Smiths but when I was browsing at Duty-Free before Paris and saw these beauties I had to get them.  They have the gorgeous Rose Gold heel and the front detailing. They are super comfy and work with every outfit. I wish I got them sooner but Autumn is a perfect time to throw away the sandals,  and give your feet some warmth without going full out with boots!!

Let me know what your favs where this month?  Any good books that you would recommend?
Hope you are having a fab day!!
Love Emma
xox
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Hey, guys, I am posting early as tomorrow I am heading off to Paris with my family!
I think most people are saying this, but how quickly is the year going! The fact it is already September is crazy, I mean I am not complaining since it is my favourite time of year.
I am pretty happy with my blog posts and how motivated I have been to upload each week so I can't believe its that time again to sit and write my monthly favourites!  


I am just gonna jump right in by saying my number one favourites this month has been The  Harry Potter franchise.  Since reading The Cursed Child I have been obsessed with everything Harry Potter, I have been watching the films and I am now starting the book series again. It brings back so many memories of when I first read it, making me feel like a child. I suppose I understand the books more now that I am older but fun facts about the films;
1. I had to leave the cinema before Prisoner Of Azkaban came on because the
 Dementors scared me so much, my little 8-year-old self couldn't handle it. LOL 
2. Goblet Of Fire is my favourite, (it may have something to do with Robert Pattinson) 
but I just love the whole concept of the games. 
and 3. Order Of The Phoenix is my least favourite, I think maybe because the
 book was so large but mostly due to the fact at this point the films became so dark :(
The whole thing makes me want to visit either HP Studios or Harry Potter World again!!!

To contrast my obsessed with the magical world, I have been loving 90210! Ever since I finished Gossip Girl, I was on the lookout for another series, I think I watched the first episode and gave up but I picked it up again and now I am hooked. So much has happened so far and I am only on season two so I cannot wait to see what continues to happen. At this point, I don't know who to feel sorrier for, Annie or Naomi.

Next up, has to be my Passionfruit Yankee Candle, I tend to just burn candles in the colder months but I found this and I thought I would give a go. It is very citrusy and has been giving my room a lovely summery scent.  It makes me excited about using candles all the time and I can't wait to get all the Christmassy/Autumn candles out.


Skincare favourites have been these two new products, Dermalogica 'Active Moist' and Liz Earle 'Instant Boost Skin Tonic'. After I was given a voucher for my birthday I thought I would nip into to Harvey Nics and pick-up a few more skincare products.  I have mentioned my love for Dermalogica before so it was must to see what other products they have. I picked up a set that contained 'Active Moist' as I have been looking for a new moisturiser for a while. It feels so light on my face  and gives my face such a refreshing feeling when I apply it.

I have also heard amazing things about Liz Earle but never thought to try anything, however, I have been loving this Skin Tonic I bought recently.  I apply this with a cotton pad after cleansing and I feel it just make my face feel that little bit cleaner. I know it is just another step in your skincare routine but honestly, it makes such a difference. It had given my a 'boost' and has helped tame my break-out.


Lastly, has to be my make-up favourites and that is these Nars Eye Shadow pencils, in the shades 'Hollywood Land' and 'Iraklion'. The shades are so pretty, the copper/gold eye will be perfect coming into Autumn. They glide easily onto the eye and with their creamy consistency makes them very blendable. I have been reaching for them when I am in a hurry or want a simple eye look, they are perfect.

Let me know what you have been loving this month, What is your favourite summer candle?
I really want to do some Autumn posts, let me know if you have any cool Autumn ideas!!
How have I done with my first flat-lay?
Have a fab day!
Love Emma
xox
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July has actually been a long month,  I turned 21, I went to see Beyonce, I then I got sick. It took a while for me to actually get over my sinusitis and finally get back to normal.
 Now that July is nearly over, I need August to go quick so Autumn can't come fast  enough!  However, it is that time of the month to talk about what I have been loving!


 My number one favourite HAS to be the book All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven. If you don't know it is part of Zoe's Wh Smith book club. I picked up a few books but by far this was my favourite, I generally couldn't put it down. It is probably one of the quickest books I've read. It's happy and it's sad and hits the emotional feels!!!

My blog related favourite is Twitter blog chats, if you don't know there is a great blog community over on twitter and over the last few weeks I have got myself involved in these chats. It is nice to speak to others that share the same passion as you, I also find that I get great blog ideas as well as making friends. I would certainly check them out.
 I actually set up a new twitter for my blog, just click on the picture and make sure to give me a follow!

Next favourite has to be Tanya Burr new nail polish in 'Soft Pajamas', I did a full review on the Soft Luxe Collection but by this is is my favourite. Like I mentioned, I haven't been using it as a matte nail polish but I have been loving the colour. I have reapplied this so much this month, I feel in the Autumn it again will be a firm favourite.

Make-up favourites this month goes to Estee Lauder Re-Nutriv Foundation. I actually bought this back in May coming back from Malta, but I just using it now. As much as it is the lightest shade I still find it a wee bit darker than what I am used to. It is a little oily than I am used too, however, it is still great coverage.



I am going to group these last favourites together as there are all birthday gifts. I never got round to write a birthday haul as like I mentioned I got very ill and I lay on the sofa for over two weeks. Nevertheless, most of my gifts have to be featured in my favourites.
Firstly,  my Princess necklace and my Pandora ring from my Sister Sarah,  I had actually asked for the  ring, it matches my Tiffany bracelet and I just think it is simple but effective. However, the necklace was just a lovely surprise and the cutest thing ever, because I AM a Princess ;) (Thanks, sis <3)




Next, up are the three perfumes I received. Now Chance Chanel has been my favourite since my 16th birthday but I had run out so I was very grateful for my parents buying it again. 
Then two new perfumes from the girls from my work, (shoutout Saahliha, Louise, Jorji and Sarah), 'Emporio Armani-Diamonds Rose' and 'Calvin Kelin-Down Town'.
Both I have been extremely loving this month! I always stick to the same perfume so it is great to have a few more to add to my collection!
I want to thank everyone that got my gifts for my birthday, I really appreciate them!



Let me know what your favourites have been in the month of July?
Also if you have any group/chats you are involved in?
Love Emma 
xox
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Wow, how fast is the year going! The first few days of this month have been a bit bland, how rubbish has the weather been, like come on, it is July!!! Anyway, July is an exciting month, my 21st on Tuesday and Beyonce on Thursday, so I can't really complain! 
I should be uploading a birthday haul so keep an eye out either Tuesday or Wednesday, but for now here are my June Favourites! :)

Starting with none beauty favourites, I'm not sure if I've ever mention my love for Gossip Girl on my blog so I thought I would give it a mention! 
I went through a massive obsession with it and then kinda stopped! I watched it on and off, but this month I raced through Season 5 and 6 and sadly finished it! 
I feel like if you are a super girly girl then you would love this programme! 
I kinda wanna watch it all again, one, because it was amazing and two, since going to New York it is so weird to see places I've been! 
I will miss watching it ALOT, but I'm still Just waiting to find my Nate Archibald! ;)

I feel like I'm so late to be posting these albums in my favourites but I just recently purchased them and have been listening to them non-stop! Number one is Adele's 25 album. Her voice is insane and her music is incredible! If I want to have a chill out session, this is perfect.
 Number Two is  Beyoncé - Lemonade! Her voice is also insane but I am so excited that I am actually seeing Queen B in a few days! This music has been perfect for when I want to jam and have a good dance! 
Some days I can jam to Beyoncé and then I can jam to Adele. It's the Best of Both Worlds! 
My favourite song is A Million Years ago, that just hits major feels, and Daddy's Lesson because it is so catchy! 



A new purchase make-up wise this month, was these Real Techniques Brushes! From what I gather they are only sold at SuperDrug but I could be wrong. After getting my Zoeva brushes I swore I wasn't going to buy any more brushes  but after I heard great things about these,  I bought them on a wimp. 
I will always say that I feel Real Technique brushes are highly  underrated and are some of the best! And these are no different! 
The 'Fanning' brush is perfect to apply highlight on my cheek bones, and both the Sculpting Brush  And the Setting Brush are great for contour! Paired with the Anastasia Beverly Hills contour kit, they have been a great addition to my collection! 

I have also been loving my Naked 2 palette, I got it at Christmas(what I got here)  and I'm starting to really use it now! It has a lot of great Browns for a smokey eye but what I love is the shimmer shades! I have been reaching for this palette a lot through June! My favourites have been 'Snakebite' and 'BootyCall' which is a gorgeous highlight. 

My beauty favourites this month HAVE to be Zoe's new range, I did a full post about it (here).  The little purse which has been perfect to help motivate me to save money for next year and the Sweet Inspirations body mist ,which I have gotten complimented on a lot when I wear it, have been my ultimate fav out the collection and had to make it on this post! 

Last and not least has to be a personal favourite, and that is pushing myself more. I tend to stick to my comfort zone and sometimes that doesn't get me anywhere. 
I went to a family party where for the first time ever the dog Leo was there. He was always put in the kennels but I wanted to get over my fear and be in the same house as him, it ended up being completely fine and I had been worrying over nothing. 
I also went to my first ever Blog Meet-up hosted by Ruth , meeting different bloggers and just having a good chat was something I would never do. It was great fun and I ended up meeting the lovely Jade (blog here). If anyone has any meet-ups in Edinburgh let me know!! 
And the biggest moment for me this month was putting a deposit down for Americamp 2017, I had wanted to work at a Summer camp this year but I just wasn't ready. But my deposit is down for next year plus my application has been started. I am LEGIT so excited for next year!! So fingers crossed!  


Let me know what you have been loving, and if you have any fun plans ahead? 
Love Emma 
xox


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April has been such a quick month, it's also been quite boring! I've just been getting back into work and 'normal life' after New York! 
However, it's been a very good month for new things, which means I have plenty to talk about in my April Favourites. 



I haven't got any beauty items this month other than Dermalogica products!
I was given these products by Dermalogica, so I didn't pay for them but I will 100% be buying them again! 
I've been using the Multi-active Toner for a while but I have noticed the redness on my cheek have improved after I added it to my everyday routine. 
I've recently started to use Daily Microfoliant every day. I was unsure as it is a powder but oh my... It makes my skin feel so soft and clean and has helped with my breakouts! 
I might do an updated skincare routine soon, but if you haven't checked them out, I would highly recommend them! 

Next up I'll have to mention my new iPhone. I pre-ordered the iPhone SE as my contract was up just in time. I picked the Rose Gold colour and it beautiful!! It is pinker than I thought but that just makes it better! 
In terms of what is different from the 5S, to me, not a lot! The camera is definitely better but I am not a tech guru to know the ins and outs! 
It has a bigger storage, more data and a better camera, and that's all that I could ask for!! 

I feel like I'm always mentioning music in my favourites, but I feel my taste changes a lot. This month I have been loving Ella Henderson and Lorde. 
Ella is thanks to the gals I went to New York with, Amy and Steph. I wasn't that big a fan, I never gave her music a listen but after 1996 was on repeat in NYC I fell in love with her music! 1996 or Empire are my favs.
I guess I've always like Lorde but I'm  having a major phase of playing Yellow Flicker Beat and Team on repeat. So I thought I would give her music a go. 
Both Ella and Lorde now have a playlist on Spotify together which is on none stop ;) 

Adding a new book in this month, I rarely take the time to sit down and read. I would normally go for watching a YouTube video or online shopping, but after finally finishing Gone Girl I've became hooked on reading! 
I've never read or seen Divergent so I picked up this booked back in July in Florida and I'm just getting to read it now! 
I feel that being such a big fan of The Hunger Games I was being a traitor For reading the books! But now that that series is finished I can move on! 
I'm already really enjoying Divergent and I can't  stop reading, it's not what I was expecting, but it's better! I am almost finished the first one which is getting too intense. 

Completely random favourite has to go to this Marks and Spencer's boost juice! It's the best thing I have drank. Pineapple and watermelon are two of my favourite fruits so together with Aloe Vera just is heaven! I've been finding I am going to get one every
lunch time to help me get through the day! 
It just makes me so excited for summer

Youtube wise I tend to stick to the same kind of videos but after Zoe mention the Saccone-Jolys in her videos a while back I thought I would give them a watch. To start with I would watch a few but the last few months I have been watching them religiously! The family are so cute and I am so excited for the new baby!


Last but not least I have to say I am loving my room, I've been buying a few bits and pieces but it's finally coming together! I am loving the bohemian theme right now! I want to do a full room/dresser tour so keep an eye for that. 
room right now! Over the last few months, it's just been a bit of a clutter, I haven't organised it nor have I had any order.

I also want to apologise for the lack of post, motivation is a massive factor as well as creativity. I love my blog and I don't want to stop but sometimes you need to step back before you start hating it. 
I am going to 100% try to upload more, I have ideas in mind so bare with me. 
Thanks for being patient! 
Love Emma 
Xox

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Hey guys, so as you know I  visited New York two weeks ago, for me New York consume the month of March! I would normally do a monthly favourite post but I feel that most of the things I will talk about are the things  I bought when I was over there. I thought I would combine the two, telling you my March  favourites but also showing you what I purchased. 


FASHION


If you know me,  you will know I love a good Victoria's Secret shop. Without putting them online, I purchased a lot of underwear as they are the comfiest things ever! 
Surprising I didn't go all out and refrained myself from going overboard. 

I did pick a few items, first one (top left)  is this 'Vitamin Sea' tank top. I actually saw this Anna Saccone-Joly snapchat and fell in love. I absolutely love the colour and think the saying is too cute. 

Next up, (top right) is a simple PINK long sleeved white top. I have been looking, in general,  for a top like this, it has 'PINK' all the way down the back which I think is so cute. It is  perfect for lazy days or a casual outfit.
(Bottom Left) I finally got my hands on VS pjs. I've looking for a set like these for a while, I just love the idea of having VS pjs. There was a lot of summer sets but I wanted a long set. I got my hands on this gorgeous white and pink set. They are quite thin but surprisingly they are still warm. I don't know why but  I feel like someone from Gossip Girl whilst wearing them, but I have fallen in love.

(Bottom Right) Last thing in the picture is a VS gorgeous floral Sarong, the print is just gorgeous and it is really soft, I haven't had any use of it just now but I do love the spring/summer print! 

Last VS items is a PINK Bralet . It is very similar to my Calvin Klein Bralet I received at Christmas, but as I wear that a lot I thought I would buy something similar. It is very comfy to chill in and I adore the colour.

Last fashion items I bought where from Zara. I have never been in a busier shop than the Zara we were in Soho. We waited in the changing room queue for just under hour, yes the changing room queue! It was insane, and we have no idea why we did it. I ended up picking up two pair of leggings, a strip baggy dress, the 'Girl Gang tee' and this 'Are you Gluten Free' cropped tee. I didn't even try this on as I seen it after but as you know I am Gluten free so it was must!


MAKE-UP


I didn't go as crazy on make-up as I thought, I suppose I got a lot at Christmas and didn't really need anything else.  I did however pick a few bits from Sephora. 
I've been needing to find a primer, I have been using a mini sample of Mac' Prep and Prime but it is starting to run out.

I decided I wanted to try something other than Mac so I had a browse in Sephora, they have a section on the end of stands that have 'The Best...' so when I seen this 'HourGlass Veil Primer' I thought I would give it a bash. I really rate Hourglass products, I love how it feels on my skin and I have seen a difference in my make-up! 

Ive heard a lot of great things about Nars eyeshadows, so I took the chance to have a browse. I only picked up one, but it is gorgeous. 
I picked up 'Silk Road' it has a pretty gold and a brown copper colour. Coming into the summer I think it will be perfect for a golden look!

Then I purchased my HOLY GRAIL foundation, 'Nars Sheer Glow' in the shade Mont Blanc. I've talked about this foundation many times so all I'll say is that I still love it. 

The last make-up product was kind of a splurge, Steph and Amy went on a bike ride so I was left in a shopping centre for an hour, so I blame them ;) If you know I am a massive Jennifer Lawrence fan and have always wanted one her Dior lip products but didn't really want to spend that much money. But after getting the lip maximiser and lip glow from Dior I fell in love! I decided to treat myself and pick up 'Dior After Party'. I love how it is a shimmer shade, and I love the colour. Although I haven't tried it yet I have heard it is amazing. 

 MISCELLANEOUS 

The last few  pieces I picked up would of 100% be on my favourites.
First up is this super irrelevant Mug from Francesca's. I adore this shop, it has a lot of quirky item that I love, I did a full haul here from my summer holidays last year!
I saw this mug and had to buy it! I've been using it for water as I don't want to ruin it, but I just love it!

From Sephora I then picked up Invisibobbles,  I hadn't heard or seen anything about these but they looked interesting so I had to try them. As they say they wont give you that annoying line you get when taking a bobble out and I feel it had helped with not getting tangled hair! If you see them definitely pick them up!

Crest Pro Health Toothpaste has to be the best whiting toothpaste out there. Having used their white strips for years, they have started to hurt my teeth. So when I used this at the end of last year it was the answer to my problems! I picked up another set as I was running out but I love it! It does take a bit longer to do your teeth but it is well worth it!

Last two items are a first in my monthly favourites! I never really post or talk about jewellery that much but I am super happy with these purchases.

I picked up these set of ring in H&M After I have been wearing my Tiffany Love ring I have fallen in love with wearing rings. Although I don't want to spend that must on another one, I wanted a few more. These are simple rings and are perfect to add to my outfit! I have been wearing the infinity ring and the bobble ring the most and been loving it!

Last but not least my Alex and Ani bracelet! I have heard a few things about these bracelets over the years but as I don't live in America I have never really researched them, until we were browsing the shops in Soho.  I love the idea of the bracelets and as much as I could of bought the whole shop I went with the Path of Life. It represents 'Knowledge', 'Strength' and 'Motivation' which is what I need. I have been wearing it all the time and it has helped me!

Hope everyone had a great Easter!!! 
Love Emma 
xox






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Wow, saying goodbye to February already!! I can't believe we are nearly into to the third month of 2016! February got a little more exciting by the end but I know for sure March is a big one!!!
If I haven't mention but I am heading to New York very soon, so getting ready for a lot of blog post and hauls!!! 
Anyway, big intro done, here are my February Favourites!


Make-Up!


 Number one product I have been loving since the end of January has to be my Dior Lip Maximiser set. I've mention before that I have partially small lips so whilst I was in London airport I picked this up at duty free! 
I was a bit skeptical as a lot of lip plumbers cause your lips to hurt but I was glad this didn't!! 
I mean it feels different than normally lip gloss but it does the job! It Obviously it doesn't give me Kylie Jenner lips but it give me a boost and a really high gloss which I have been loving! 

On the topic of Kylie Jenners lips I was very lucky to get my hands in two Of Kylie's Lip kits. I purchased KOKO K and POSIE K.  
All I've heard is great things about the kit and they are all completely right. 
The colours I got are gorgeous, I got a lot of compliments about my lips whilst wearing both. 
The liner is very easy to apply and glides on well, The lipstick itself has a good wear and last most of the day. 
The one thing I will say is that at the moment I have very dry lips so when I applied and the reapplied it did make my lips very dry. But I do put that down to my lips already being dry. 
The delivery was quick although when I received KOKO K the liner just broke, I tried to sharpen it, it it happen again. I emailed Kylie's team and they have been amazing are sending me a replacement so I am very happy. 


Last of the  Beauty products has to be the brand Kiko, whilst I was in London I visited BlueWater shopping centre and I popped into Kiko. I have never bought any of there products before so it was very exciting. I ended up getting two things. 


   The first item I have been loving was this amazing bronzer.
First of all the packing is a beautiful Rose Gold colour and matches my room ;)
The shade matches my skin so well, it has a slight shimmer as well has the white highlighter in the middle.
I use this as an alternative to Nars Laguna bronzer when I am my work!

I then seen this gorgeous eyeshadow. 
It is a super pretty pink/purple shade with a a lot of shimmer!!
I loved this as it is very close to the colours in the Naked 3 palette. 
If you have read my blog you will know that I love the paint pots by Mac, this is very close. 
It is not as creamy as Macs but it still is very simple to apply.
It has been my go to shade this month!






Random Favs!

I feel like I have given up on PLL, I find it has dragged out and I am not that excited about watching it anymore so I have had to find another Tv show to obsess over. And that has to be FRIENDS!  Surprisingly  I had never watched a full episode of Friends in my 20 years of my life. It was never really a show my parents watched so it never bothered me! But now I am HOOKED!!
Why have I never watched it before. It is just an easy watch and has great story lines. I regret not watching it soon!!
I love that it is in 25 mins episodes , so I don't get bored lol! 

Music wise, I feel I stick to the same genre of music, the poppy 1D, Justin Bieber kind of music. 
I wanted to branch out again and try different music! 
I have always had a soft spot for the Arctic Monkeys so they are back in my Spotify Music a well as Marina and the Diamonds, Bon Iver and to my surprise The Beatles.   So they have to feature in my Feb favs! 

And Lastly I giving a big shoutout to my sister boyfriend's dog Ailsa! 
I want to do I full post on facing my dog fears, but for now I will just quickly mention the fact that since I can remember I have been terrified of dogs!! This month seen me face them and look after this   cutie Ailsa!! I spent two days with her and Ive fallen in love!! So 100% she is my number one favourite of this month!! 



Let me know what your February Favs are??
And see you in New York! ;) 
Love Emma 
xox


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21 days guys, 21 days until Christmas!!
Who is excited that I am doing my November favourites? I am!
November flew by and now its the official countdown to Christmas.
It was a crazy month so I do apologise for this post being late, But hers  is my November favs!

First favourites of the month has to be Redken Shampoo and Conditioner. In the summer I got highlights to lighten my hair and then recently I dyed the bottom half of my hair. I have never dyed my hair before this so my hair was in a good condition. Since dying it, it has felt weak and like straw. It was frustrating because like I said my hair has always been soft. My hairdresser recommended these products. I was a bit weary since I have quite oily hair but it has worked wonders. My hair has became soft again and the products smell amazing. It has been a major lifesaver and I would highly recommend.



Next up is PINK 'Hot Crush' body lotion and body mist. I have been loving the warmer smell of these. I used 'SunKissed a lot throughout the summer but this is perfect for this time of month. The scent is Jasmine mixed with warm caramel.
 I did write a review/haul about all the PINK products I bought whilst in America here. 
The body lotion is fab on my skin and the body mist is great after the shower. 



I have also been loving my 'Let It Go' Primark pjs, a few months I bought a Princess Pjamma top but it was 3/4 sleeves so it got cold whilst I was sleeping so I purchased this. They are super cosy an so cute. 

My favourite bath bomb has to be 'Father Christmas'. It smells like 'Snow Fairy' and it turned my bath green, it was really moisturising and made my skin really soft.
I am so tempted to buy another one! 

Lastly and probably my favourite has to be 'Let It Snow'. I was given this book as a gift for my christmas a few years ago. I have only really read the book in full once so this year I am determined to finish it. 
It has three different stories but they all come together at some point of the book. I would definitely give it a read. 

December will be such a exciting month, hope you are all having a great day!!!
Love Emma 
xox
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