Trying the Trend: Geometric Prints

Don't worry, you are on the right blog. Instead of my usual beauty babble, today I thought I'd share a bit of a fashion-esque post. I've really been loving all the geometric shape clothes that are out at the moment. On a recent stroll into New Look near work (I really need to learn to stop browsing the shops on my lunch) I spotted this gorgeous blue, white and black print blazer and new I wanted it to be mine.

I really love blazers, however sometimes I just don't know how to wear them. What I like about this is that it's a mix between blazer, Kimono and light weight jacket. It has the structure of a blazer, the feel of a Kimono (very soft fabric) and pulls an outfit together like a jacket.

Needless to say I've been pulling this jacket out on every occasion I possibly can. I really love it. I can see it being a bit of a summer staple for me.

What do you think of this trend? Yay or nay?

Laura xoxo

Throwback Thursday: Estee Lauder Illuminating Gelee Powder in Heat Wave

Ah, just look at that beauty that is the Estee Lauder Illuminating Gelee Powder in Heat Wave. Isn't it just a beauty. I picked this up last year using my Boots points and used it constantly for about 6 months, then remembering it's limited addition I put it away for a bit, wanting to save it.

Then a couple of weeks ago I got it back out, and I'm glad I did. I love this highlighter, it goes on so smoothly and really makes you look glowy and healthy. At the moment I'm loving applying it with one of the brushes I got with a Benefit blusher and I think it lets you put it on just the right way.

Do you have this product? What do you think?

Laura xoxo

Trying the Trend: Ripped Knees

Ripped knees seem to be in everyones jeans at the moment; and I've got to say I'm quite liking this trend. There is something cool about having a bit of your knee on show, but not showing your whole leg. Well, that's my opinion anyway.

I've been eyeing people with ripped knees for a while now, so, with the help of Kat's video decided to create my own. I decided to do this with a pair of faded black jeans from Dorothy Perkins, as I already had a another pair set to replace them, and I decided it would be more money savvy then just buying a pair.

I'm pretty happy with how they turned out to be fair as I'm not the most creative of people in this way. I quite like how they're not directly even, but do think I could sandpaper them down a bit more too. For a first attempt, I'm impressed with myself.

What do you think of this trend?

Laura xoxo

Trying the Trend: Halo Braids

It appears that the hair trend for this summer is Halo Braids or MilkMaid Braids, depending on personal preference. After spotting many a lovely blogger sporting this braids so effortlessly I decided to have a go at recreating them myself.

What I forget, much like when taking a picture to a hairdresser, is that I don't have the same face shape as said bloggers and to be honest think I look a bit like the sister from Love Actually that Colin Firth's character falls in love with. But alas, you never know unless you try right?

I have actually filmed a video where I re-create this look, but in case you want a step by step sooner, here is how I did it.

1) plait two braids on either side of the head.
2) place plaits over the top of your head, then pin in place.
3) mess about until your happy.

It's pretty simple really. I think I may mess around with it a bit more and see if there is a way I can make it more wearable for myself to feel comfortable.

What do you think of this trend?

Laura xoxo