Spring Style

Spring has most definitely sprung, so it is time to dig out those spring/summer clothes from the depths of your wardrobe, or if like me, plan a shopping trip for some new clothes!

Globe-trotter | Instagram 10K Competition Winner

My family have been using Globe-trotter luggage since as long as I can remember, we have 5 pieces in total (one of which was unfortunately stolen during a house burglary) ranging from huge family sized cases to small carry on ones. They are a premium luggage brand, so do bare that in mind when looking at the prices! Having said that, the price reflects the quality, and I should be using my luggage for the rest of my life!

So when I was browsing their Instagram page I knew I needed to get in on the competition! To celebrate reaching 10,000 followers, Globetrotter were giving the first 5 customers to come into their new Albemarle Street, London store and quote #GlobetrotterTravels a gift! I wasn't in London, but my Dad was, so quickly emailed him a screenshot of their Instagram post. And before I knew it, he had called me back to say he was winner 5/5! 

Boots Essentials | 3-Minute Clay Mask

Project Life | A Guide for Beginners

I have always loved documenting my life, whether that has been keeping a diary or taking  photos, so when I found out about Project Life scrapbooking system I was very excited indeed! I first came across Project Life thanks to Lily Pebbles and her YouTube video, and quickly became obsessed. All hail Becky Higgins!!! I needed to get started asap so quickly got researching and soon found the best places to purchase everything I needed to get started. 

Project Life

#SlowMoYourSkin | No7 Early Defence Skincare

#SlowMoYourSkin

Brunchtime - CosyClub Bath

Hello 2015

Brunchtime - Winchester

I love brunch. For me, it is my favourite meal of the day, you can either stick to the traditional 'breakfast food' or be a little naughty as it is nearly lunch time. I have tried many places over the years but thought I would share my favourite two brunch spots in Winchester.

Firstly, Corner House, what I believe to be an old pub turned continental style cafe bar. This place is always busy, so booking is a must, but I must say it is busy for a reason! The atmosphere in there is lovely and the food is delicious. Here is a look at the cheeky food I ordered here. 

My first visit- Waffles with banana and Maple syrup

A Disappointing Product: Tanya Burr Cosmetics Nail Polish

Tanya Burr Cosmetics, created by the lovely Tanya Burr, have been buzzing around the Twitter/Instagram/Youtube world for a while now, and with more products due to be announced very shortly, the buzz will most certainly continue. 

I decided to cave and buy one of the nail polishes, Little Duck, I loved the colour (reminded me of my favourite Essie shade Mint Candy Apple) and thought I would give it a try, so I bought this one on Feel Unique for £5.99 about 1 month ago. I had been putting off using it until I could try it and test it out for a post on here, and had been keeping it out of the sunlight in a bag under my desk.

 To my amazement this is what it now looks like..                             

Autumn Picks - Boots

The leaves are starting to turn brown, and although we've had some unusual warm weather, autumn is well and truly here. Boots are a staple in any wardrobe, so finding the perfect pair can be tough. Having cold feet means I need some which are both warm and stylish.

There are two pairs in particular which have caught my attention this season. Firstly, these Chelsea boots from Steve Madden which retail for £90 *but are currently £72 in John Lewis here*. These have the classic Chelsea boot shape, but I love the back strap detail which would no doubt be handy for pulling them on! 

WISH LIST | US Beauty Picks

I'm off to the US next week and will be heading straight to the drugstores to get my US beauty fix- these are currently on my wish list. If any of you have any recommendations please let me know in the comments!

Walgreens

 Revlon ColorStay Moisture Stain RRP $9.99 *NEW*

I love the look of colours: LA Exclusive, Cannes Crush and Barcelona Nights

F A S H I O N | Going for Gold

I'm not normally a fan of 'gold' jewellery, but these pieces from Kate Spade are beautiful!

Review | Mr Nutcase iPhone 5S Case*

Mr Nutcase got in contact with me and asked if I would like to review a custom iPhone case, of course I said yes. It could not have come at a more perfect time as I am currently saving for a new phone, so it was the perfect opportunity to get a case ready for it!

Instagram Latest #1

Hello lovelies :)

This is the latest roundup of my Instagram photos from the last few weeks.

// Homemade Fairy Cakes // Cidre in the Sun in Cabot Circus Bristol // Pancakes with strawberries and syrup at Tinto Lounge in Bristol // Rose Lemonade Fentimans at Grounded Cafe in Bristol // Lounge Eggs for brunch at Tinto Lounge in Bristol //

Please check out and follow my Instagram account @aless_wsmith , send me over your links too!

What have you been up to this last week?

Alessandra 

xx

F A S H I O N | Festival

Happy Bank Holiday Monday!

Shorts- Topshop // Graphic Crop Top- Aeropostale // Selection of Rings- Miss Selfridge // Flower Headband- New Look // Wellies- Hunter

F A S H I O N | Graduation Chic

Hello everyone, long time no see!

Around this time last year I completely stopped blogging, I fell out of love with it and really wasn't inspired with my blog design at all, I was also entering my final year at university and couldn't really afford to spend much time doing this. However, as of last week I have moved back home to Southampton and I have finished my degree (I'm still waiting on a few results, fingers crossed no retakes) so I have a lot more spare time! 

If everything goes to plan following results I should be graduating in July with a 2:1! So I thought I would put together a few ideas for a graduation outfit, I still need to actually buy one so I'm hoping this will give me some inspiration.

Summer Wish List | Holiday Edition

Heyy everyone :)

Sorry I haven't posted in a while, been a busy few weeks- 
but I'm back and ready to post! This is my current summer wish
 list for summer 2013 :) I'm going to my house in Spain in July for two
 months and these are some items I'd love to buy, some I will and others 
I'll just dream about.

Summer Wish List | Holiday Edition by akws 

OOTD | Queen's Garden Party

Hello lovelies, 

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I was lucky enough to be able to attend one of Her Majesty's Summer Garden Parties at Buckingham Palace, so this is what I wore!

Afternoon Tea at Buckingham Palace | Queen's Garden Party

Hello lovelies :)

On the 30th May I was lucky enough to attend one of Her Majesty's annual Garden Parties at Buckingham Palace!

Make Up by benefit

Heyy :)

Just before we were due to head of to Buckingham Palace for the Queen's Garden Party, we had to pick my dad up from work & he needed to get changed, so all the girls headed into Peter Jones which is right across the street to get our make up done :)

My mum chose to get hers done at Lancome, and I chose benefit (the man at Bobbi Brown was pretty rude and said we needed an appointment), but I'm glad I went with benefit in the end. The make up artist was lovely (but I can't remember her name, although she did have awesome red hair!), and we chatted the whole time. 

She did a natural look on me which I loved using lots of products including they're real mascara, hello flawless foundation, the porefessional and fake up concealer!

On the day there was a 10% off competitor price match, as well as if you bought 3 or more products you would get a free make up bag and some samples, so I went ahead as the sucker I am to buy some goodies!!

I picked up the hello flawless foundation in Ivory "believe in me" as well as "I'm pure 4 sure" because I'm between shades, as well as the new fake up concealer in 01 light.

In total I spent just over £56, but for the amount of product I got, and the free makeup bag I was pretty happy!!

Have any of you tried the new fake up concealer? If so how has it worked for you?

A xx