What's in my shopping bags?

Last week Vince and I took a trip to Cabot Circus in Bristol. I was hoping to get there at a reasonable time but Vince had a hospital appointment and a hair cut appointment and the amount of traffic in Bristol meant we finally got there at around 5pm. Luckily, it doesn't close until 8pm so we had a good old nose around, and I managed to pick up a few little things, meaning I can do another of my favourite types of post: What's in my shopping bags?






H&M was the first shop we went into and I spotted this jumper as soon as we went in. I instantly loved it and it looked really cosy, perfect for wearing on Christmas day too! Vince liked it too and even offered to buy it for me, which was very nice of him, but I couldn't let him after he got me an iPad for my birthday!

I'm aiming to feature the jumper in an outfit post in the near future so keep a look out for it!

Vince didn't have much luck on the shopping trip. He was looking for a nice hoody but all the ones he found were really plain and boring! Primark was equally disappointing, I couldn't even find a plain black cardigan and Vince couldn't find anything either. I did spot a thick navy cardigan that I wish I brought now! Damn!

When we'd had enough and were making our way back to the car park, I just had to stop off at Debenhams and have a quick look at the Chanel counter.


I've wanted an eyeshadow from the new(ish) Illusion D'Ombre range for a while now so I tried a few of them out and settled on #86 Ébloui.

It was £22 I think, which is a tad expensive for an eyeshadow but I wanted it so badly, and after trying it out I'm really glad I got it!






I don't want to post too many pictures because I want to dedicate an entire post to it and write about it in much more detail, but look how pretty!!

I've been keeping it in the box and resisting using it until I could get some decent pics! I just have to say it's so soft and luxurious and the colour is so lovely! I definitely made the right choice!

So I had quite a successful trip I'd say. Now all shopping in the future will be strictly Christmas related! I purchased a part of my sister's Christmas present yesterday, but I still have SO much to get! How far have you all got with your Christmas shopping?

Wednesday Wishlist #9

ASOS: Lipsy Mirror Shard Earrings, Spike Drop Earrings, Beaded Headband
New Look: Twill Luxe Blazer
River Island: New York City Tshirt
Models Own: Beetlejuice Collection 

I'm cheating just a little bit on this weeks wishlist because I've already purchased the ASOS Beaded Headband and the Lipsy shard earrings! I literally couldn't wait any longer! I was so bored of my current headband that I have to wear for work and I wanted something a bit more interesting. I absolutely love dangly earrings so definitely wanted another pair, and both items were in the sale so I thought, why not? They're on they're way to me now!

I've been looking for a blazer for absolutely ages but they all seem to have quite padded shoulders. I hate my shoulders enough as it is so I don't want to draw any more attention to them, which is why the New Look Twill Blazer blazer looks (whether it is in real life is another question) perfect because it's not too sharp and is made of a softer material than most. I also really wanted one with three-quarter length sleeves. I need to check this out in store and try it on asap!

I spotted the New York Tshirt in River Island while I was in Bristol with Vince. We both really liked it actually, but £15 for a Tshirt? I couldn't do it...New York City tops always stick out for me because I went there in 2009 and loved it, so I can truly say, I heart New York.

I've been watching the countdown on the Models Own Beetlejuice Collection, which finally reached zero at 10am this morning. I really want the Aqua Violet and Purple Blue shades, but the postage costs are really putting me off! ASOS were selling the Pinky Brown and Golden Green shades, but I'm not too keen. I think I might just have to go ahead and order them, I want them that much!

October Favourites

I say it in every single monthly faves post I write, but this month seems to have gone quicker than all the rest. It might be because it was my birthday on the 13th, but I really can't believe it's November tomorrow.

All the Christmas decorations have gone up at work already and the Christmas shows are starting as well. I'm starting to think more and more about getting my Christmas presents sorted, but I really don't know what to get everyone!

I almost completely forgot to do this month's 'faves' post and usually I actually do them before the month ends but I had so many posts lined up that I couldn't fit it in. At least I'm only posting this on the 1st November, and not half way through!




So, as I mentioned, it was my birthday this month and I received this lovely Vera Wang Lovestruck Perfume from my parents. It smells so gorgeous and I absolutely LOVE the bottle. This is the type of perfume bottle that you keep, even after the perfume is gone, and display it!

Poor Vince brought me the same one as he remembered that I liked it. I felt so bad because I had asked my parents for it, not thinking he would have got it for me. So he only went an swapped it for an iPad!! To say I was shocked was an understatement!






I also received my October Glossybox this month after resubscribing! You can read my full thoughts on the post here, but I just quickly want to say that it was by far one of the best boxes we've had. I can't believe that I've read some negative reviews about it, those bloggers must be absolutely crazy.

I particularly loved the Stila eyeliner and Leighton Denny nailpolish. Both are gorgeous gorgeous colours and great full size products for the box!


Lastly, I want to quickly mention my new favourite hair products from the BedHead by TIGI Candy Fixations range, reviewed right here. These two volumising products have become part of my daily routine and they give my hair lovely volume, and best of all, they leave behind a mouth-watering scent!

I certainly want to check out the rest of the range and perhaps purchase some more. A lot of people disregard BedHead/TIGI, but I've always found them to be quite good for my hair!

I'd absolutely repurchase all of these products and I would definitely recommend them to you all! Perhaps add them to your Christmas lists?

So, what have I got to look forward to in November? More work unfortunately, but Vince and I are also off to see Lee Evans live on November 20th. I absolutely cannot wait for this. I've had the tickets for over a year now and we both absolutely love him so he better be funny!