The ultimate embellished clutch bag...

How beautiful is this bag? 

It is floral, it is beaded, it is sequinned, it is over the top....it is just gorgeous, what more could you want from a fashion accessory? 

The style of this bag is something I wouldn't usually go for, but as soon as I laid my eyes on it I turned into a magpie and I knew I had to get my mitts on it! 

This bag is capable of making an entire outfit as everyones eyes will be drawn straight to it.

I have worn this clutch bag numerous times by styling it with an entirely black outfit which just makes the bag pop! 

This clutch is made from real leather and has a chunky zip top fastening and an internal pocket for any small items you might want to keep separate from other bits and bobs in your bag. 

I am sure that you are thinking that a bag as beautiful and luxurious looking as this will break the bank....because I know that I did, but we were both wrong. 

I purchased this bag from ASOS for £35 a couple of months ago. They have brought out a new peachy/nude version of the bag for Spring/Summer, which is equally as beautiful...I think I may have to make a sneaky purchase and buy this version as well.

The BEST Nail Varnish Around....

Ok so I know this is a bold statement, but I genuinely do think that the Maybelline 'Forever Strong Super Stay 7 Day Gel Nail Colour' (very lengthy name) is the best nail varnish on the market.

I am a huge nail varnish lover and have tried and tested an awful amount of different brands, formulas and colours in my time and I have honestly not found anything better.


The pigmentation with these varnishes are second to non, with one coat you have a totally opaque look and with two you look like you have had a gel manicure at a salon...high shine and all!

Secondly, the lasting power on these varnishes is the main reason why I have fallen so deeply in love with them. They do exactly what they say on the tin, they last a full 7 days, if not longer, on the nail with no chipping what so ever.

There is nothing more infuriating than taking half an hour to paint your nails and have them chip the next day, this is an issue you will never face with these fabulous varnishes!

They are also extremely fast drying, they are touch dry within 5-10 minutes and are totally dry within 30 minutes. They just keep getting better and better don't they?!

The large brushes on these polishes are a stroke of genius...literally, their large and tapered finish ensure that you can cover your whole nail in one swipe, making them fool proof and perfect if you are in a rush!

My current favourite colours at the moment are Midnight Red, Deep Red and Seductive Sapphire...I can't wait to see what new colours they will bring out in their Spring/Summer collection.

These little gems are priced at only £4.49 a pop and are often on 3 for 2 at Boots. I can't urge you enough to go and buy every single colour in the collection and see for yourself how marvellous these really are!

I love....Astrid and Miyu!

Astrid and Miyu - My Initial Ring 'C' & Raise the Black Bar ring 

Rings are my number one obsession when it comes to accessorising...I think that they can transform an outfit so quickly and easily. 

When it comes to rings, personally I think that the more delicate the better as I like to wear multiple rings on my fingers at once. Long gone are the days of large cocktails rings being the height of fashion....I certainly succumbed to that fashion fad numerous times! 

I am always on the look out for the next ring to add to my collection and whilst trawling the internet I stumbled across the accessories brand 'Astrid and Miyu'. 

Their designs immediately caught my eye as soon as I clicked on to their website, they create unique yet wearable design jewellery, that is unlike anything else I have seen recently.

They believe that accessories should not overshadow the woman wearing them and they should be timeless, classic and effortless with a subtle twist. This ethos fits in perfectly with my desire for delicate and subtle rings. 

Since the brand launched in 2012, they have quickly become a go-to brand for fashionistas in the UK and it's so easy to see why after being on their website for only a matter of minutes. 

Their stacking rings, midi rings and initial rings are just TDF, I am seriously in love with these at the moment and could easily see myself wearing one on each finger! 

I currently have my eyes on the 'Eye See You' ring, this is an extremely individual design that has a chain band and it delicate yet eye catching when on your finger....I'm sure it won't be too long before I make a purchase and have this item in my collection. 

Check out Astrid and Miyu and you won't regret it....!

Astrid and Miyu

This seasons MUST-HAVE scarf....

My heart used to skip a beat whenever I saw pictures of the 'Charlotte Simone' Popsicle scarf draped across the necks of fashions finest and most glamourous.

It was one of those 'must-have' fashion items that I just couldn't stop thinking about until I got my hands on it.

Every time I got dressed I was suffering from serious 'FO-MO', I had convinced myself that every outfit would look SO much better if I had one of these scarves in my life....now I've got one I've got to say that I think it's true. It's fair to say that I am madly in love and slightly obsessed with this fur stole.

I have been truly drawn in by the idea of building your outfit around a single accessory, something that Charlotte Beechman, the designer of these beautiful scarves was inspired by.

I chose the black/maroon popsicle as the neutral colours are very 'me' and fit in well with the rest of my wardrobe....although I do have my eyes on the baby blue popsicle also!

In my opinion, these beautiful fur stoles are the perfect and most glamorous way to keep warm this winter!

REN: Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask

I have adored REN skincare for a long time, I really love their 'Clean Skincare' philosophy.  So often you can use beauty products and not actually know what is inside them, with REN my mind is always at rest as I know their products will never contain any synthetic ingredients or nasties. 

One of my favourite products from the range is the 'Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask', this is a potent exfoliating mask with four different types of acid which promises to leave the skin looking brighter, healthier and more radiant. 

It is aimed at all skin types (except for extremely sensitive) and works by removing your dead skin cells to renew the complexion and to combat congestion, blackheads and blemishes. 

The product itself is bright yellow in colour and has the consistency of treacle or very thick jam, this smears across your skin very smoothly and doesn't feel uncomfortable when on the skin at all. 

The packaging does warn that a slight tingling sensation may appear during an application of the mask, but this isn't something that I have felt myself. I would say it almost feels like a warming sensation on the face, as opposed to a painful tingle. 

You leave the mask on for 10 minutes, I usually do this whilst I am relaxing in the bath, the smell of the mask is so heavenly so it really helps me to unwind. After 10 minutes just run a muslin cloth under warm water and remove the mask. 

You do have instant results as soon as you take off the mask, this is something that is extremely rare with beauty products, it always leaves my skin looking more plumped and hydrated.

I suffer from quite dry skin and sometimes my make up can look dull and cakey on my skin, I have found this mask really does help at injecting some radiance back into my skin and helps keep my dry patches at bay. 

This is definitely one of my favourite face masks around and it's not too pricey at £32 for a 50ml tube! 

This is definitely something I would re-purchase again and again. Make sure you look out for REN skincare in your local Marks and Spencer as they have recently brought the line into their beauty department.

Everyday Handbag Essentials...

I am one of those people who always needs to carry around a large sackful of things to keep me going throughout the day. I am not one for travelling light, whether this is a night out, a shopping trip or even a holiday. I am always the person who carries something for every possible inevitability.

So as you can imagine my every day bags always need to be a little be on the larger side so I can fit in as many things as I think I might need throughout the day....Mary Poppins style!

Aside from the obvious 10,000 hair clips, bobbles, chewing gum and receipts hanging around the bottom of my bag, I do have some essentials that I just couldn't leave the house without...

Firstly, let start with my purse this is a Chanel purse in caviar leather.

This is something that I just cannot be without, if you forget your purse then your whole day is ruined. This is the perfect size for me, there are compartments for cards, coins, receipts and loyalty cards (I somehow have managed to accumulate thousands of them!) and more...everything you could ever need!

I have had this purse for about 3 years now and it still looks as good as new, if you were looking to splash your cash on a new purse then this is one I would definitely recommend.

My IPhone...

Now this is something I could not live without, let alone leave the house without. I have the IPhone 6 in gold and white and this is my favorite design of the phone yet, especially as the back is more of a rose gold then true yellowy gold.

I have been an avid lover of IPhones since the very first one came out...I can’t ever imagine using another brand of phone!

My car keys and a pen....these two essentials can go without explanation, they are simply a necessity....!

Tangle Teezer compact styler..

This detangling heavy weight is one hair brush that NO handbag should ever be without and I am well and truly obsessed. I think I must have around 5 or 6 ‘Tangle Teezers’ at home, almost one for every room in the house. This newer compact version of the original is slightly smaller and has a protector to ensure the bristles don’t get bent or damaged in your handbag....and the gold casing is just fabulous!

Now onto beauty products, these are the few very select products which make it into my handbag every single day.

I always need a blusher and powder on hand to top up throughout the day, my current favourites are the 'Laura Mercier Mineral Powder' and the 'Chanel Jous Contraste blush' in ‘Pink Explosion’, this really helps to perk up my drab winter complexion. I use my Real Techniques blusher brush to apply both, I don’t have time to be switching between brushes!

Next up is lips...I always carry an EOS lip balm around with me, initially I did fall in love with their unusual packaging and shape but the product is just as good as the design and it keeps my lips hydrated throughout the day.

My Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat in ‘Pillow Talk’ has a huge place in my heart at the moment. I’m in LOVE. It’s the perfect cheat to bigger lips and helps to keep any lip product on for longer.

Lip gloss wise, these are my two current favourites. The Chantecaille 'Brilliant Gloss' in the shade ‘lucky’ is the perfect everyday peachy pink shade with a gold shimmer running through it, it keeps your lips looking full and juicy all day!

My natural lips favourite is the Clarins ‘Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector’, it does exactly what it says on the tin and gives you that 'your lips but better' appearance.

I used to be that girl who ALWAYS carried around a large heavy perfume bottle in their bag...that was until I discovered a ‘Travalo’.

This little device is ingenious, this dinky fragrance atomizer has been created so that you can now take your favourite perfume around with you wherever you go. You simply pump your current fave perfume into this and voila you have a miniature version of it to pop into your handbag. In mine I currently have ‘Jo Malone –Woodsage and Seasalt’ this is my current favourite scent!

Now the last thing to talk about is my bag, this is the Stella McCartney ‘Falabella’ bag. This is a very recent purchase for me, so I have only used this a couple of times but so far so good, I am loving it!

I love the way you can wear it in so many different ways, transforming it into a different bag each time. The slouchy-ness of the bag makes it so easy to carry around all day and ensures it never gets too heavy...when packed with LOTS of essentials!

Earring Dupe - The Ear Jacket!

The new statement earring of 2015 for me is definitely the earring jacket. 

It is stylish, understated and classy upfront, but an unexpected party in the back....something that all women should aim to be! 

I have had my eyes on the 'Yvonne Leon' 18k Gold 6 mini pearl lobe earrings for quite a while, but with a price tag of  $1,275.00, this was way above the price I would ever want to pay for a piece of 'fashion jewellery'.

Yvonne Leon 

When I was shopping over the weekend I stumbled over this beautiful dupe for the Yvonne Leon earrings in none other than Dorothy Perkins!! I couldn't believe my luck! 

These were only £6.50 and just as gorgeous in my opinion. 

I sported them all weekend and received so many compliments on them! They are currently available on the Dorothy Perkins website, so make sure you grab a pair before they sell out. 

Dorothy Perkins - Front and Back drop earring