Sequinned Legs

Posted in Fashion by chitrasthings

I know, I know I have too many sequins (see here and here!), but when I saw that the (almost cult) H&M sequin leggings were back this year I had to get my hands on them! They come in navy, black and gold (£29.99). I went for black as I thought that would give me the most wear!

Oh my goodness, they are so flattering and easy to wear considering! I have paired them first with a very simple black top and heels – I think very chic!

Oh look how gorgeous they are close up!!

Next I amped up the sequins even further by adding this beautiful silk and sequin blouse from TK Maxx.

Actually really love this combination!

New Year’s eve outfit anyone??

27Dec2015

Party Skin

Posted in Skincare by chitrasthings

I picked up this Naked Skin Body Balm from Urban Decay a while ago (Sephora in Malaysia) and every time I am going to a party I whip this out. It gives my skin a gorgeous golden shimmery glow. Its not too sparkly and is more like a beautiful highlighter for your body.

As you can see its like a body cream, that’s golden coloured. It absorbs really easily and doesn’t stain my clothes.

You can just about see the highlighter effect – in real life its very pretty – especially on the décolletage and legs!

24Dec2015

Silk and Sequins

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I found this gorgeous top in TK Maxx and I absolutely love it! I have worn it so much already it was well worth the £16.99! I know with TK Maxx it means that you can’t find the same top – but I would suggest having a good root around that place – its a treasure trove!!

I know that I will be wearing this loads over the next few weeks – either dressed up like here with a cute skirt or dressed down with jeans.

21Dec2015

Christmas to New Year Nails

Posted in Nails by chitrasthings

I popped into Superdrug on Saturday for some last minute makeup for the festive period and a lovely lady came over and asked if I wanted to have my nails done in store with gel polish all for £15! I of course said yes! Less than a week before Christmas and I had completely forgotten to book myself in to get my nails done and to be honest decided I was never going to get an appointment this late so gave up! Well this was just serendipity!

I decided to go for this very festive sparkly gold. As it is a gel polish it should last for at least two weeks if not more taking me safely past New Year’s Eve – perfect!

It catches the light beautifully.

So I am all ready for Christmas and New Year!

18Dec2015

Spoilt for Choice!

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I thought I would pull together all my possible festive season outfits from previous posts and came up with quite a selection! Some are very recent and others are a good few years old but I still love them all and could see myself wearing any of them this year – a good sign!!

First is my recent purchase – Dorothy Perkins skirt.

And my new H&M lace slip dress.

Also very recent – two sequinned numbers from Asos.

An old New Look skirt with a new River Island knit.

The velvet dresses from M&S and Phase Eight.

Love this Gap dress – such a great shape.

I remember this great skirt from Australian brand Tennery and my Tecso sequin jumper.

Sequin jumper again this time with my favourite faux leather jeans from River Island.

My lovely Topshop skirt and Whistles boots.

Zara dress – still love this!

I love this outfit – Asos shorts and top with Jigsaw blazer and Clarks ankle boots.

Asos trousers and lace top from Vila.

Vila Dress and Zara heels.

Absolutely love these Asos trousers and Asos top.

And my most special gold River Island leather skirt given to me by dearest friend..

15Dec2015

Velvet Trend

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Velvet is back. Suddenly everywhere you look is velvet! I do love a bit of velvet and have found two dresses in the sales that tick my boxes.

The first is a devore dress from Phase Eight (£65 reduced from £139). This is more daytime but can definitely also be worn at night. I love the simple waist and slightly batwing sleeves. The material is beautiful and drapes so well.

The second is a bit of statement dress so not quite as versatile but beautiful nonetheless. I apologise but its so hard to get a good picture of this dress but it is simply classic and elegant. This is from M&S (£39.50 reduced from £79).

The velvet is thick and luxurious and I love the simple v neck and tie waist. The leg splits could be higher(!) but give the dress a good shape. I think this looks far more expensive than something off the high street should!

12Dec2015

Shimmer and Lace

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I wasn’t looking for any more party wear – I don’t even have enough parties as it is! But, when I saw this skirt in Dorothy Perkins (£38) I couldn’t leave it behind.

It reminds me of the gorgeous but ridiculously expensive LK Bennett skirts (normally about £250). Normally full skirts like this don’t suit me but because the material is soften and drapes more than standing out stiffly I can get away with it – I think!

I paired this with a simple camisole top (its actually a full slip see here). I think I am just going to have to wear this on Christmas Eve and enjoy the excuse to have any excuse to dress up!

9Dec2015

The Night Dress

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I know it’s a bit risqué but I absolutely love silk and lace camisoles and slips as part of my everyday attire. This could well be my new years eve outfit..

This lovely lavender slip is from H&M (£19.99). I think the colour is so different and works well with my sequin shrug to make this acceptable evening wear i.e. a night dress!

The lace on the top gives a lovely frame to the neck and the lace panel on the bottom is nice and wide so makes this look less like a lingerie.

I think with the right accessories this is something you could wear out at night without looking crazy!

6Dec2015

Sheer Glow

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Nars Sheerglow (£31) – two words I have heard so often on beauty YouTube videos. I finally took the plunge and got myself matched (I am Macao and it’s a perfect match)! First off sheerglow is literally the only name this foundation could have – I don’t think I have ever fallen in love with a foundation so fast or hard!! This stuff is magic for your skin!

I don’t have problem skin so I don’t need lots of coverage, instead I want to create a flawless base look without looking like I am wearing a mask. I want my real skin to show through but look better than my real skin! Well that is exactly what this foundation does. I use one pump on the back of my hand and use my Zoeva brush to work it all over my face. Then I’m done. I don’t use concealer or powder, I just get on with the rest of my makeup.

I do powder throughout the day but not much – maybe once or twice. When I come home in the evenings (10 hours after I first applied this) my face still looks fresh and glowing!

I don’t know if I will ever get tired of this foundation, all my other foundations are feeling neglected and rejected..but they will be staying that way for a while I think as this is the perfect foundation to wear over the coming weeks of Christmas parties!

3Dec2015

Christmas Wish List – Just the One

Posted in Accessories, Fashion, Makeup, Nails, Shoes, Skincare by chitrasthings

This year I am going to do just one HUGE Christmas Gift list or wish list, these are things that I have seen over the last few months that I love either for myself, friends or family.

Starting with accessories..

Shoes are always a great gift especially when they look this special. Dune Cristina two part lace up court shoes in grey (£79).

Mejuri is a new jewellery shopping destination for me and I fell in love with this White Velvet Ring (U$94)

I also love this Billow Cuff from BaubleBar’s Olivia Palermo’s collection ($68)

Had to have a fedora in here and seeing as I don’t yet have a burgundy one this one from Jigsaw (£49) is perfect.

I love a bit of faux fur – love this multi coloured stole from Asos (£32).

I absolutely love this Willow Cashmere chunky knit wrap with suede fringe (£235)..I know at that price I can keep dreaming!

Moda in Pelle Amicascarf £49.95 I spotted this a few weeks ago and I think the lace detail is just stunning.

Because I love lace, H&M Lace Body in Black (£19.99)

Oliver Bonas Darya Dazzling Clutch (£34), whats not to love?

If only going to the market could always be this glamorous! Skoura Multi Silver Sequin Stars Shopping Basket (£45)

A friend sent me this link and I was immediately smitten with everything in this shop. Hawkhouse (Etsy) Raw Opal Ring (£45)

Homeware next..

I am obsessed with terrariums and this one is stunning. West Elm Brass Cage Terrarium (£59)

This is my new favourite shop – gorgeous and ethical. Nkuku Mohani Lantern (£36.95-£49.95)

I adore everything from Graham and Green and if you are super super lucky someone may well get you this incredible Danube Carriage Mirror (£495 ouch!)