Big Eyes - Eyeko Mascara

I had heard about this mascara a while ago but had never thought to try it out myself. As it goes I try and steer clear of drugstore mascaras but I am slowly changing my mind about them.

Eyeko actually sent this to me to try out as I am still fairly new to the brand.

Eyeko claim this mascara will give you long & luscious lashes in 1 easy squeeze. Hence the silver tube packaging - much like a toothpaste tube. It's formula combining natural oils and silicones with added Panthenol (Vitamin B) and is designed to prevent dryness, premature breakage and to promote lash growth. The brush has widely dispersed bristles for evenly coated perfectly separated long lashes.
The tube you will agree is very cute and I love the manga girl with her gorgeous big eyes and lashes.
The wand is quite narrow and the bristles are widely dispersed. I find the wand a little stiff and because of it's shape seems a little difficult to manoeuvre round my lashes. I have to agree with eyeko though, this mascara does create long, luscious looking lashes. I was pleasantly surprised with the pigmentation and how dark my lashes were after one coat. It certainly made my lashes appear longer and thicker which I was pleased about.

As for preventing dryness, by the end of the day my lashes feel a little heavy and caked but this could be a result of my own over application. The other downside to this mascara is the wand for me ... I can't seem to avoid getting the product all over my eyelids so I get a messy finish.

Overall, I really like this mascara and would recommend it - I will certainly getting my use out of it but will need to keep the cotton buds at the ready to clean up the overspill. On the eyeko website it retails at £8. You can also find Eyeko at Superdrug in the UK.

Anyone else like this mascara?

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If I could only wear one designer ever again ...

It would probably be Stella McCartney.

When I was a teenager I had pictures of her collections lining the doors of my wardrobe. I obsessed over the fine details of her feminine dresses and swore I would one day own one.

Stella's designs aren't always the most extravagant - one of the reasons I love Alexander McQueen so much but there is this feminine beauty in her designs that doesn't try to hard to be cool, it just is.

Stella McCartney by saskiathesalsafairy featuring Stella McCartney

I love how on one hand you can wear something fit for Studio 54 and the next, cosy and comfy in a cable knit. Her clothes evoke beauty, glamour and comfort at the same time. Not an easy combination to attain at the best of times.

At the moment I only own one Stella McCartney item and that is a bag which I just love love love! However, that teenage dream is still going strong so I have been checking out Stella's dresses on theOutnet.com in the hope of bagging it for £1 at their birthday sale on April 16th.

To join the £1 sale party remember to RSVP by registering your details at theOutnet.com by April 11th - that's Sunday! Don't miss out - it really is too good an opportunity to miss. By registering your details you are also entering a draw to have a sneak preview of the £ sale items and choose 5 items (for a fiver!!) with the help of a theOutnet.com stylist :)

Who is your favourite Designer?

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Jessica Simpson - Au Naturale?

Jessica Simpson on the cover of Marie Claire this month is apparently sans make up or airbrushing.

I love how brave she has been to do this, I mean I don't even put the bins out without mascara and a touch of concealer under my eyes!

Do I think it's for realz?

Well, her skintone does look pretty even especially in comparison to the image below. Without doubt she is a naturally very pretty girl but is that a hint of blush I see? Hmmm and a smidgen of concealer? Or is it just very clever lighting?
Whatever the case, good on her, she looks gorgeous and real and even looks like she could be one of our mates. It's sending a positive message out that perfection on the pages of a magazine isn't always as it seems.

What do you think?

Date Night ...

Once again I am sitting here browsing theOutnet.com picking out my best buys for the £1 sale on April 16th.

I have time on my hands for the next 2 weeks while my Husband jet sets around the USofA! It got me to thinking though, we have seen very little of each other over the past few months as both of our work schedules have been hectic to say the least, selling our flat and house hunting on top of that makes for very high stress levels. I can't even remember the last time we went on a date.

I remember the time when dates where spontaneous and not only that I could gorgeous-ify (did i just make that word up?) in the shortest time possible! So what would I wear if my Mister called to let me know he would be home and picking me up in an hour?

Well, if I only have an hour to get ready I need to wear something that is quick to throw on and requires as little accessories as possible - this gives me maximum time to fix my face which of course would consist of flirty fake lashes and a pretty blush like Nars Penny Lane.

Date night by saskiathesalsafairy featuring Stella McCartney dresses

This Stella McCartney dress is gorgeous and can be worn over leggings, jeggings, jeans or just plain old tights. The embroidery detail of the dress makes it easier to skip accessories. Always remember never to overgild the Lily!

The Alaia lace up wedges are just lovely and can be worn with so many things but I think they look really edgy but feminine with this dress. Teamed with a nice casual leather shoulder bag like this Marc Jacobs one. Love it all! (Hub, if you are reading - I want ALL of the above and a date night as soon as you're home - 'k? Thanks x)

If you want to be part of the £1 sale party with theOutnet.com don't forget to RSVP by registering your details HERE by April 11th. Just a reminder of the details - the £1 birthday sale will be held on April 16th. Thousands of items are reduced to £1/$1 or 1 Euro (I can't find the Euro symbol ;s) however, due to demand there will only be one item per person so make sure you have all your item options at the ready.

By registering with the site you are automatically entered into a draw to win the chance to get a sneak preview of the £1 sale and purchase up to 5 items (for only a fiver!) with the assistance of an Outnet.com stylist.

GOOD LUCK GIRLS!

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Celebrity Slim

I do not usually advocate fad diets but I have reached a point of desperation and want to shift some pounds (read: Stone) in time for Summer and baring my flesh in public.

I heard about Dressjunkie's success on Celebrity Slim through twitter and thought I would give it a try. What have I got to lose apart from the £50 it skinned me to buy all the supplies!! Yes, it is expensive.

Basically Celebrity Slim replaces your usually 3 meal a day routine with 5-6 small meals using meal replacement shakes, soups or bars - much like Slimfast. Dinner is unaffected as long as it is balanced (i.e, NOT Dominoes, tsk tsk!) and preferably high in protein.

Already I am despairing over how the shakes and soup will taste - will I be able to stomach them? Well for £50 I am gonna give it a good go.

I am usually hesitant of announcing diet challenges on my blog but hopefully in a few weeks time I will be posting photos of me cavorting on a beach in my bikini!! JOKE! I would never do that to you guys! EVER!

Next step is to download the 'Shred' workout which comes recommended by Gemsmaquillage and Kelanjo19 but you know what they say, one step at a time!

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17 Endless Shine Lipgloss - Coral Queen

I love it when new products surprise me, especially when it's a very affordable drugstore product.

I was in Newcastle last weekend and somehow managed to take with me, 3 dried out lipglosses! Pfft, how does that even happen? Anyway, while on a shopping spree in Newcastle I nipped into Boots with the purpose of buying a gloss I could wear out on the town that evening.

Boots 17 is not a brand I ever buy - if I am right, I believe the brand is aimed at a much younger audience therefore the quality is probably not what I am after. However, the colour of this gloss drew me to it. The shade is Coral Queen and it is part of the 17 Endless Shine lipgloss range.
It is a lovely pinky coral with gold shimmer running through it which is very subtle on the lips but just enough to give a golden glow. The formulation isn't as sticky as I would have expected and the shine isn't endless as it says on the tube but it does go a long way despite this. My only real issue is it seems to be slighly drying on the lips but this isn't a problem as long as you're not wearing it everyday.

Here it is on bare lips:
A glossy sheer hint of colour. And over the top of Mac Angel:
Obviously with coral being the 'in' shade again this year, it is a perfect gloss for Spring/Summer looks.

Oh, and I forgot to mention the best bit - it's only £3.49!

What bargains have you spotted lately?

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Holidays are coming ....

April is upon us which means one thing for me - my birthday! It's been a tough couple of months with stress at work, stress at home and moving flat being a much bigger job than I had ever imagined. I am very much in need of a holiday and there is no better time than my birthday to sneak off for an early spring/summer break.

Ibiza is the location in mind, just before the parties season starts, a relaxed, chilled out vibe on the white isle with plenty of time to explore without the pressure to party! With each holiday, I try and reduce my luggage more and more, I am determined to become a savvy traveller without the need for 12 pairs of shoes, 8 pairs of sunglasses and a bikini (sometimes 2) for every day of the holiday! My biggest problem is packing too many outfit combos ... I need to learn to pack versatile clothes that can transfer easily from day to night.

My holiday isn't far off, only a few weeks away so I need to get organised and be as sensible with my packing as I can. Here are a few things I am thinking of packing for my holiday. These will provide me with the essentials I need for day and night time dressing.

Ibiza Outnet options by saskiathesalsafairy featuring Antik Batik bags

* This American Retro dress is amazingly only £84 from £210 on theOutnet.com. It is a perfect day to night dress. It's perfect to throw on over your bikini after a day at the beach but equally cool enough to wear at night bar hopping.

* The sandals are Juicy Couture and are the perfect style of gladiator sandal for this dress. On holiday I find it hard to wear heels so these can be worn day and night, see I'm already saving space (and large luggage fees).

* I really wish I could stick to one pair of sunglasses on holiday but I just can't. My favourite sunnies are aviators like these Carrera's, they are my preference for daytime but late afternoon or a vino fuelled late lunch calls for something more sophisticated like these Nina Ricci oversized sunnies.

* My hair needs protecting during the day so a trilby will do the trick... keeping my hair neatly tucked away from the drying rays of the Sun.

* This Antik Batik bag is just gorgeous and is perfect for all the essentials - suncream, ipod, phone, money.

These are going to be added to my neverending list for theOutnet.com birthday £1 sale on April 16th however with the prices as good as they are - especially the dress - I may just put in an early order!

If you want to be part of theOutnet birthday celebrations just click HERE to RSVP by registering to the site. Then on April 16th you will have your pick of Designer goodies for £1 - Remember it is one day only and also one item per person due to the demand so be a savvy shopper!

What are your Beach holiday essentials?

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