Friday, 1 August 2014

Vampire Diaries, Holidays and Jeans | July Faves

Naughty me for not posting! But I promise it will be a jam packed August where I am going to try and fit in as many posts as humanly possible. July was a busy and fun month but god did it go quickly! Where does the time go? I even started a new job which fingers crossed I enjoyed!

I went on holiday to Portugal for a week to a beautiful villa with family and friends. It was a lovely relaxing week soaking up the sun and eating too much salad and chicken! As usual I was so sad to leave! Also in the airport I picked up the new Daisy Dream perfume which is a new release I was itching to get my hands on (and as usual it lived up to the Marc Jacobs expectation.)

I also had my Prom which I wrote a post about. I thoroughly enjoyed Prom and would love to relive the experience (along with the lovely dresses and pretty nails.) If you are thinking about going to Prom please do because you wont regret it! I also found a new love for Jeans which I never thought would happen! I currently have three pairs in my collection and can see there being more added- tut tut tut. Maybe white?

I also cant not mention my biggest obsessions of the month. Arctic Monkeys- a band I thought I would never be interested in- and The Vampire Diaries. I have really enjoyed Arctic Monkeys music especially 'Do I Wanna Know?' and they are extremely good musicians. Last but not least is The Vampire Diaries. Oh dear, I could drone on about my obsession with Damon and Elena but I think I would bore you! I just reached the Season 5 finale and I don't think I can wait till October seeing as I sobbed at the ending. It beats every other TV show I have watched and would recommend anyone to watch it! The story lines are clever and if you haven't guessed already it includes vampires, werewolves and witches! (have I persuaded you yet? I hope so)

Are you excited for August, any holidays planned?

Bye'all
Posts from July (click on the links to go directly to the posts)
2. Prom

Friday, 18 July 2014

Prom




I had my Prom last week which surprisingly I really enjoyed. Sorry this post is a little-late! On the day I got my hair done (which was a tad of a disaster) however we managed to sort it out and I was happy with the end result. I also did my own nails and make up to keep things the way I wanted them and also its cheaper! My dress was a beautiful aubergine colour which I never thought would suit me but did.
I never thought I would enjoy Prom and almost expected it to be disappointing. However it was a lovely night to spend with my friends saying goodbye to High School. We even had a lovely meal and there were awards given and music towards the end! People danced (and I might have to!)
  
I'm really glad I chose to go to Prom and I will look fondly on all the pictures and memories from this night. What was your prom like?

(Instagram- oliviatowner if you want to see any more pictures)

Wednesday, 2 July 2014

Posts, shopping, nandos // June




June is already over that's crazy!

This month has been the start of Summer (Finally free!) and a spendy one when I think about it. My excuse? Its a post exam reward. I bought a pair of jeans from Topshop and some trousers from Primark. The trousers and jeans are super comfy and the patterns are just fab (as you can see from the pictures above, where you can spot them.)

I also bought some Makeup - prom preparation- ,just some cheeky Boots purchases. The Solar Powder which everyone seems to talk about had to be included within my haul. Maybe a review if you guys would be interested? My lovely mum also bought me a Ted Baker make up bag. Something I have had my eye on for some time. Its soo pretty and I've already received some compliments on it which is always a good sign.

I have also been able to spend lots of time with my friends and family this month due to having no school and no stress over Exams! But I have also been wasting a little time to- the bliss of not having seven o'clock alarms set. So I have been maybe guilt eating, that might have included Nandos which btw was tasty! Its been nice just to relax and spend some time having a laugh and being care-free.

Once again the month has gone incredibly quickly and I'm glad all my exams are done and dusted. Here's to July! Prom is tomorrow and I have my holiday in two weeks so July should be an exciting month. What are you looking forward to next month?

Bye all. 

Posts from June - (click on the titles to be taken directly to the posts)
  1. travelling 101- make up
  2. patterned jeans | OOTD
  3. new in// prom makeup


Friday, 27 June 2014

new in// Prom Makeup


 
Prom is next Thursday wow that's gone quickly! It still feels like it should be months and months away but its literally just round the corner. Of course as a beauty fanatic I found an excuse to go buy more make up! I plan to do all my own make up for Prom as I know it will then look exactly the way I want it to and I wont feel uncomfortable.
 
I picked up the Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Foundation, this was a repurchase as I just love this foundation. Usually I don't repurchase things as I like to try different products however for Prom I thought I would go with something reliable. The Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch, also a repurchase as its an amazing highlighting concealer. It has a less thicker consistency than the Collection concealer. Lastly I picked up the solar powder from Soap and Glory which I have heard many good things about...
 
Have you had your prom yet or is it just around the corner?  




Monday, 23 June 2014

patterned jeans | OOTD





I usually really dislike Jeans but fell in love with these tile patterned ones from Topshop. I must admit they were a bit of a splurge at a teeth grinding £40 but worth every penny! Of course I have seen the likes of Vivianna and Zoe wearing these and just couldn't resist! (If you were wondering my top is also from Topshop!) They are a nice change and are part of the Leigh range! I know these will be a good investment. Outfit posts are a little out of my comfort zone but hey ho fun to do so maybe I will post a few more of these in the future..
 
They are comfortable, flattering and perfect for summer! This is England so the days aren't always hot enough to brave bare legs. Have you made any sneaky purchases recently?
 
you can buy these here


Saturday, 21 June 2014

travelling 101- make up



ted baker make up bag £22

Guess who's back? back again. I'm really sorry for not posting in so long but should be back now as all my exams are over! exciting stuff woo! 

So I recently bought a new make up bag from Ted Baker which is super duper pretty (and pink of course!) which was a small post-exam treat especially as it was in the sale so that's a bonus. I'm going to Portugal in July and I thought I would show you some of the things I plan to take with me. My They're Real Mascara which has always been a firm fav. The Mac Paint Pot in Painterly, perfect as a base. The Sleek Contour Kit which is the perfect contouring essential. The NYX blush in Angel, a beautiful shade as the name suggests. Finally the perfect face combo the Nivea Primer and the YSL Touche Eclat. 

Are you going on holiday this year?...


thanks for reading


Saturday, 24 May 2014

One year anniversary for blogging!

On May 21st 2013 I started my blog Curls and Comets. I can't believe how quickly this year has gone and I have learnt so much about blogging. I have to admit it hasn't been easy and at times I have felt extremely negative about my blog and considered deleting it but I have stuck it out. I'm trying to reinvent my blog at the moment and after taking my GCSE's (only four more to go as I have done eleven now!) I will be up and running again. I can't believe in the space of a year a combination of over 300 people follow and read my blog! Which is crazy to me when you first start you don't expect one follower let alone 300!

I think people can underestimate how much work is put into creating a blog, updating it and getting it out there. It's not so easy just to gain 500 followers! I am so happy I started blogging and have learnt a lot about make up and clothes and I would recommend anyone to do it! I can't wait to see how my blog grows in the next year as I start college and learn to drive! (things are moving so fast!) Thank you for reading my blog, leaving lovely comments and always being there for a chat. I love the blogging community and am happy to be apart of it. 

 


Wednesday, 7 May 2014

pastels- spring ready!

 
Spring is officially here which means its closer to Summer (and sun and all things hot!) I thought I would show you some nail polish picks for Spring which are my personal favourites. I love nail polishes as they can brighten up an outfit and make you look alot more tanned than you actually are. I have built up a list of my spring nail picks, items that I love. (L-R Essie- Mint Candy Apple, Barry M- Lychee, Models Own- Blueberry Muffin, Essie- Bikini so Teeny)

Saturday, 3 May 2014

thinking pink- beauty buys

 

I think there is some sort of theme going on here? I love pink make up products: pink eyeshadows, pink blushers, pink lipsticks and the list goes on. Why do I like pinks so much? Well not only are they the most flattering, they also suit me the most (or that I'm scared of reds and purples!) I can't tell you how long I've wanted a YSL lipstick! They are beautiful, luxurious and classy. The only thing is that they are quite very expensive. I think I might regret this purchase for a little...
 
I also wanted to pick up something from NYX seeing as the closest one is an hour and a half away. I picked up the shade 'Angel' which is compared to the Estee Lauder blush in Tease which came out last Summer (I really regret not getting my hands on that)


(I'm trying a new theme, what do you think? I would love your opinions, I am trying to find a niche as I am simply not happy with my blog at the moment! Which is half the reason why I haven't been uploading- apart from Exams of course)
 
Thank you for reading,
Olivia x