Tag: Floral Print

The Vintage Cosmetic Company Makeup Brushes

I’d been in need of some new makeup brushes for a while and so I was happy that one of my Christmas presents off my grandparents this year, was this selection of brushes and brush roll from The Vintage Cosmetic Company.

Although I’d heard of The Vintage Cosmetic Company before, it had never occurred to me that they might be a good brand to go to for makeup brushes.

I’ve currently been using these brushes each time I apply my makeup and I am loving them. The brush hairs are soft and each makeup brush helps me to apply my makeup with ease. I also really like the look of these brushes and the fact that they have the brush names printed on the handles.

I think it’s great that the brush roll is oil clothe because it means that it easily wipes clean if and when I do get any makeup on it. I also love the pretty floral print of the brush roll, which certainly has a vintage look.

What I got:
blusher brush
smokey eye brush set
powder brush
foundation brush
lip brush
concealer brush
brush roll

I’m currently loving all of these brushes but my favourite three have to be the foundation brush, powder brush and blush brush.

It’s been a while since I last used a foundation brush (as I had been using mostly sponges for quite some time). This foundation brush helps my makeup to easily glide on and it is great for creating a flawless look. I’ve been using a small about of brush cleaner after each use, in order to keep the brush clean and so far it’s stayed really soft.

The powder and blush brushes are great at picking up just the right amount of product for a light and easy application. It’s been such a long time since I found a blush brush that I like as much as this one. It helps my blusher to glide on like a dream and I feel it’s perfect for adding just the right amount of blush.

Which brand of makeup brushes do you like to use? Have you tried any of the makeup brushes from The Vintage Cosmetic Company?

Samio x

January 11, 2016
Tie Top & Mom Jeans

The weather has been glorious in England this week! I know that I often talk about the weather in my posts (how very British of me) but when you come from a place like England, where the weather can determine your outfits on a daily basis, it’s hard not to mention it when it’s being particularly fabulous for once. And by fabulous, I mean sunny!

Okay so it’s rarely hot, hot in England but it’s still so satisfying when it gets warm enough that you can wear your summer pieces and step out of the house without taking a jacket or coat.

Crop tops are some of those cute summer items that I love to wear. I especially love the cute tie top ones like this one that I’m wearing. I originally got this as a two piece which I previously posted here and this time I decided to switch it up by pairing the top with a casual pair of Mom Jeans. I’m a little late on the Mom Jean tred but I am loving these as they are so comfy, making them a nice and relaxed changed from super tight skinnies.

What I wore:
Sandals – Clarks
Cropped shirt – H&M (Similar here)
Jeans – H&M (Similar here)

What items of clothing do you love to rock in the summer weather?

Samio x

June 12, 2015
Matching Florals -Tie Top & Mini Skirt

I’m loving how more and more bright colours and pretty summer prints have now worked their way back into my wardrobe. We’re not doing too badly, weather wise here in England and other than the expected odd few rainy days, the daily forcast had been pretty decent. This has meant being finally able to wear short skirts for the first time, in what feels like forever and being able to go bare legged too. Not to mention being able to wear sandals again!

This cute matching floral two piece was a recent purchase from H&M. They actually did this set in different prints and colours. Resisting the temptation to buy every set available, I went for this one, as I love the gorgeous summery print and the pop of bright pink on the flowers.

My sandals are from Clarks and I’m pretty much in love with them. I always struggle finding sandals that I like and that feel comfortable and for me these tick all the boxes. The fact that they are white means that they go with pretty much anything and I love how the silver sole makes them stand out.

What items of clothing do you love wearing when it’s Spring/Summer?

Samio x

May 15, 2015
The Blue Floral Print Coat & Dinner at Solita

I think I need another month of not eating meat as since going back to my carnivorous ways, I’ve not stopped eating burgers. With so many great burger joints in Manchester though, it’s often rather hard to resist. On Friday I met up with the boyfriend after work and after going for a few drinks around The Northern Quarter, we ended up in Solita for a meal.

It was my first time at Solita, so I wanted to try as much as I could by getting starters and mains (any excuse). To start we went for the Buffalo Wings and the Deep Fried Mac ‘n’ Cheese Balls to share. The wings of course were splendid and the Mac ‘n’ Cheese Balls were delicious, I only wished there were more of them.

For the main, Damien went for the Catalan burger; Consisting of grilled chorizo, roasted red peppers, pepperjack cheese, roasted tomato aioli, nicely presented with a padron pepper skewer. I went for the Manc-Hattan burger; Consisting of pastrami, melted Lancashire cheese, fried black pudding, Lancashire sauce and Coney Island mustard. Both were served with skinny fries and we went halfs on our burgers (because I really wanted to try Damien’s Cajun burger). I loved both burgers but my favourite was the Manc-Hattan burger. I would rate it high up there on the burger scale in terms of creativeness and taste. We washed our meals down, with red wine for me and a beer for Damien. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was delicious, so I’m sure I will be back again soon.

What I wore:
Coat/Jacket – Lavish Alice (Last Season)
Tank Top – Primark – In Store Now
Bracelets & Necklace – Primark – In Store Now
Earrings – Topshop
Black Skinny Jans – ASOS
Bag – Zara (old)
Shoes – Urban Outfitters (old)

Samio x

March 23, 2015
The Floral Polka Dot Playsuit

Saturday seemed like the perfect opportunity to wear my floral polka dot playsuit. I only bought it a couple of weeks ago and to be honest I didn’t think I’d get chance to wear it so soon, what with the constant rain and all. But alas, this weekend we saw some sun and so I joyfully put on the new playsuit.

I would have liked to have worn the playsuit without tights but I’m affriad it isn’t warm enough for that just yet (one step at a time). Anyway I teamed the playsuit with a pair of flat patent blue ballet pumps and matching blue bag, both from Zara. The bag, I bought last year (if I remember rightly) and the shoes I bought only recently in the sale for £12 and this was my first time wearing them. I really love the colour of the shoes (and the bag), I seem to have a bit of a thing for shades of blue lately.

My best and favourite buy of course was the playsuit. I picked it up whilst I was in Birmingham shopping in from Forever 21. I’d originally picked up a pair of shorts in the same print when I then spotted the playsuit. Of course the playsuit became the winner and it was swiftly purchased. The best part is it was only £12, what a bargain! I so need to shop there more often.

Saturday afternoon my boyfriend and I went to T.G.I Friday’s to stuff our faces. We shared a starter of Buffolo wings with blue cheese dip and for my main I went for the Jack Daniel’s burger (I absolutley love that flavour). Hmmm, tasty.

Samio x

March 9, 2015