Kiko, tartan and Brazilian shoes
Good evening!
It's been a while since I have posted on here, in all honestly I am procrastinating as I have a big paper due in the next couple of weeks. Unfortunately for the paper, I am in a creative mood and feel like writing something far more interesting.
Of late, I have been looking for new outfits for spring on a budget, well I say a budget but I never keep track of what I spend on clothes and make up, not that I am extravagant. But now, I would like to set myself the challenge of sticking to a budget and being creative, there is that word again, with what I wear.
I really love these shoes because they look so weird and unlike any other shoe I have ever seen, although a bit pricey then are strangely amazing Brazilian beauties and are actually made out of plastic! Interesting and hopefully not squeeky!
Melissa Women's Campana Fitas 13 Ballet Pumps - Soft Gold Wash
They are also available in gold glitter and are half price at the moment at £30
Avoca's Harriet Donegal throw has been lovingly crafted from 100% pure
new wool in the green pastures of Avoca Village in Wicklow, Ireland. The
throw's distinct style is down to the durable and high-quality Donegal
wool, which affords it the luxurious feel and stylish look assured by
the Avoca brand. Finished with a fringed hem, this throw is ideal for
adding comfort and warmth to your home all year round. - L.R.
On the cosmetic front, I have just discovered Kiko Milano, yes it's still a new concept here in the UK and my excitement at seeing a freestanding Italian cosmetic shop in my city which looked as slick as MAC peaked my curiosity. I went in on a saturday when it was obviously pretty busy and remained calm at the huge offerings before my excited eyes.
I opted for a couple of gold tone eyeshadow pans which were on sale for £3 from around £6. The pigment was strong and I have used them this week for work with great success. Pretty good lasting power over an Estee Lauder powder in my rather hot office. I also bought a pink nail polish, the selection of colours was huge! It was about £4 and a week later and it is still on with only a bit of chip on the tip of a couple of nails. Next I bought a lipstick in a purple plum shade, not really true to colour once on and it does bleed so might not end up using this when going on. So 4 bits of more hit then miss make up for £12, not bad! I have heard that you have to be picky with their products as they aren't all great.
I really want to try their water eyeshadow, sold out in the colour I wanted. They are supposed to be amazing and as good as Illamasque's at a fraction of the price. Also there illuminating moisturiser/anti wrinkle serum is supposed to be grand alongwith their mineralize powder being a close dupe for MAC's which I adored when I bought it last year. Kiko also have free shipping on their website until February 28th 2015! Check it out.
