We could have been anything that we wanted to be

Outfit:
White animal print t-shirt - Primark
White vest top - Primark
Brown super soft skinny jeans - Primark
Brown tassled loafers - Clothing at Tesco
Navy lightweight jacket - H&M
Brown satchel - Primark

Yet again another Primark sponsored outfit - I can't seem to stay away! These jeans were tucked away with the labels still on. I brought them around Christmas time - shameful eh? They were buried under my mountain of trousers in the drawer found when I was rummaging around for things to sell on a bootsale. It doesn't really help my case when I insist I have nothing to wear does it?! Does it bug anyone else that everything seems to be sheer lately? I'm getting a tad fed up of always having to layer a vest top under EVERYTHING. This is a t-shirt so why isn't it opaque! I really liked the subtle print, it made it a little bit different from a standard white t-shirt.

Today will be spent pottering around sorting things with my nan for bootsale tomorrow rounded off with a trip down the pub to see some friends after cooking a romantic meal for my boyfriend and I. Hopefully i'll be making my fortune at the bootsale tomorrow - keep your fingers crossed people want to buy my rubbish!

What do you have planned for the weekend?

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March empties

001: Original Batiste Dry Shampoo - Already reviewed.

002: Eau Thermale Avene Gentle Eye Make Up Remover
This was recommended to me by Sarah - she's a bit of a skincare guru - as she's a fellow contact lense wearing too. I fell in love with it and am already on my second bottle. It has a gel like consistency and feels lovely on my eyes. It glides on and doesn't seem to leave any grease behind. I'm looking to try other products of this brand if you have any suggestions!

003: Garnier Fresh Essentials Refreshing Toner Enriched with Grape Extract
Not much to say about this apart from it doesn't break me out and i've been using it religiously for around 4-5 years. I don't think i'll ever stray! I don't see the point of splashing the cash on a toner.

004: Lee Stafford Breaking Hair Treatment via the Beauty Drawer at work
I picked this up from work as I needed a new hair mask. My hair was looking dire! I've got a Lee Stafford hairdryer and used his dry shampoo before so was expecting good things. I wasn't disappointed. This did the trick perfectly and lasted a good few months as I only a treatment every fortnight or so. I didn't think the price was too shabby as i'll buy it again once i've used my other hair masks i've collected. Thumbs up from me!

005: Caudalie Eye and Lip Cream
This small sample came with some Caudalie products I ordered. The sample was so small I don't really know if it made a difference. But it felt gentle on my skin. Gotta be a plus point right?! It's suppose to reduce dark circles which seem to haunt me. Maybe i'll order the full size to try it out. Anyone used it before?

006: Soap and Glory Flake Away
I'm a massive fan of Soap and Glory and always find them in my present haul come Christmas' and Birthdays. I could smell this for hours and it makes me skin feel silky smooth. I find it a great choice for fake tanning. It really feels like it works - sometimes a bit too much maybe!

007: No 7 Protect and Perfect Day Cream SPF 15 - Review here

008: Caudalie Eau Demaquillante Cleansing Water
I use this in the evenings to take off my make up. It seems to scrap off every last bit and makes me feel lovely and refreshed before going to bed. I will make sure this enters my basket again but as with the case with the hair mask, I seem to have required a few cleansing products I have to use up first.

009: Nip and Fab Glycolic Fix Exfoliating Facial Pads
I once again required these through work. I'd read about the brand and was eager to try them out for myself. I was a bit underwhelmed and don't think i'll be splashing my cash on them. I didn't really think they made a difference and I have other exfoliaters I prefer.

What did you use up this month?

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Things i'm loving this week - Kate Moss Lipsticks

L-R 101, 01, 19, 20

I have to admit one of the best things about working for a magazine are the beauty products. We have an insane amount of bits and pieces coming through the office and every now and again we get to raid it and take home some things that tickle our fancy. I'd heard so much about the Kate Moss lipsticks for Rimmel so made sure my grubby mitts made a beeline for them.

I'm a complete sucker for a red lip - I will look like a 50's siren one day- and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's lovely and bright so it really packs a punch. In theory the nude one should make me look like a 60's sex kitten but in reality I feel like a frumpy housewife. I'm not a 100% sure on it and think it has too much of a rose undertone. Maybe it'll be a grower. Number 20 hasn't been worn yet but it'll be ideal for the summer months - if they ever come... It'll be going in my suitcase when i'm off to Turkey in May and will set off a killer tan very nicely indeed. I'd recommend you prep your lips with plenty of lip balm to ensure they're silky smooth before you try the matte shade. It's not very forgiving in my opinion when your lips are looking a little chapped!

Have you ever tried this range of lipsticks before?

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