MUA Nail Constellations in 'Libra'

MUA Nail Constellation in Libra - £3

When the whole caviar/beaded nails trend popped up, I have to say I was keen to try it. Then followed all the drama about not being able to call it 'caviar nails' unless you had used a specific polish, and it kind of put me off.

I did try experimenting with some DIY beaded nails with beads from eBay, but it failed miserably.

I knew it wouldn't be long until the likes of MUA brought out their own bead product for nails. Their new Nail Constellation range is rather brilliant. I brought myself the pot of beads in 'Libra' as, funnily enough, that is my starsign (and it's my birthday on Saturday). The beads are black with the odd fleck of metallic blue, which I really like.


I was really surprised at how mess and fuss free these were. I simply painted my nail, laid down a piece of paper to catch the excess beads and poured them out. The tube has this handy nozzle that you can use to direct the beads. It did keep getting blocked up, which was a bit annoying, but after a few shakes it was fine. The beads settle nicely on the wet nail polish and I really like the finished effect.

I'm not sure I would do every nail in this, but an accent nail does look great. For £3, this product is a real bargain. Another hit for MUA! I'd definitely be up for trying the other shades out.

Wednesday Wishlist #51

Topshop: Eyelash Lace Shell Top - £16, Nail Rock Skull Nail Wrap - £6.65
ASOS: Spike Stretch Bracelet - £8
New Look: Leopard Print Collar Top - £16.99
Matalan: Embellished Collar - £6

This weeks wishlist has a bit of a dark theme to it, and it's still a little while until Halloween.

The Nail Rock Skull Nail Wraps are very Halloween inspired, I think they look great!

I think the Topshop Eyelash Lace Shell Top is really pretty and one of those items that can be worn casually or dressed up/smartened up a little bit. For £16, I think it's pretty reasonable considering the prices in Topshop these days.

I think I've probably featured the ASOS Spike Stretch Bracelet before, but I've been pondering on and off about buying it. I think I definitely want to get it and I really like this rose gold version.

I'm still really loving collars at the moment. I think most people have probably got over the trend now but I still really love them, especially the Matalan Embellished Collar, which means I can add a collar to almost any top!

What's on your wishlist this week?

Cher Lloyd fragrance

Cher Lloyd 50ml Fragrance - £20*

If anyone who knows me in real life is reading this blog, they'll be wondering why on earth I'm talking about Cher Lloyd. To say she is not my type of popstar and her songs aren't my type of music is an understatement.

However, I was recently sent her new fragrance through the post, due to not being able to attend the launch, and as I was kindly sent it, I thought I would write an honest review in return.

The packaging and bottle are very girly. Not something I would quite expect from Cher Lloyd, who likes to think she has a certain 'edge' about her.

I do think the diamond shape of the bottle is pretty cool, while still being a tad plasticy and tacky, and I love that the lid is a magnet.

Being diamond shaped means the bottle is pretty chunky and heavy, so it wouldn't be something I'd carry around with me. It's pretty difficult to hold while using as well. The pump is positioned in the middle of the diamond, which makes it tricky to press and a lot of the perfume ends up on the base.

Luckily, the scent is rather nice in my opinion. I like sweet/fruity/floral scents and this combines all sorts of notes, including kiwi, white chocolate, orchid and vanilla. It's pretty sickly sweet, but I think it's one of those fragrances that will linger in my collection for a while.

It's not something I'd wear every day and it's not something I would willingly buy, but it's cute and sweet and it's something I'll pick up and use every now and again.

This post contains PR samples