Trying the Trend: The Denim Skirt

I've never really been a 'trendy' kind of gal. I've always been an admirer of trends from afar, and try to play it quite safe when it comes to getting dressed for the day, but this year, I'm determined to experiment a little and try something new.

Trying the Trend: Winged Liner

Now I know liquid liner isn't a new trend, but ever since reading this article by Alexa Chung I can't stop thinking about it (and since then this video.) I think I've developed a bit of a girl crush on Ms Chung now (late to the party, I know) and envy her liquid liner style.

For ages I just couldn't get liquid liner to work for me. I couldn't be bothered with the effort so settled for an angled brush and some eyeliner and was happy with the subtle effect. Due to having quite hidden eyes I find a line that's too thick just makes my eyes look lost, but a subtle dust of black powder on the lash lines make my lashes look thick and eyes look bigger.

Fast forward a bit and I'm now loving the look of lined eyes!

At the moment my favourites have to be the Eyeko Skinny Liner that came with the latest issue of Glamour and the Benefit They're Real Push Up Liner.

What're your favourite liquid liners?

Laura 

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

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

Trying the Trend: White Nails

So, extremely badly painted nails aside (the camera has made them look worse!)  I thought I'd try the whole white nail trend a try. It's definitely something I haven't dabbled in since the awkward primary school Tipex as nail varnish days.

My weapon of choice was Pseudo Silk Kimono by Deborah Lipman*. It's a matte offering which was a first to me. I've never really used a matte polish before, the application is a bit tricky if I'm honest. You have to work fast and really layer up the product to get a decent finish (yes mine is messy!)

The matte look reminded me a bit too much of tipex nails, so I decided to use a top coat that had a bit of shine to it, and I think that made the varnish a bit more wearable for me.

Overall I think this trend is quite interesting, however, can I pull it off? I don't really think so. I do however think it would look nice with some glittery polish over the top!

What do you think?

Laura xoxo

You can pick the polish up from LookFantastic here.

*this product was sent to me for review purposes, however all opinions and views are my own and I was not paid to write this post.