November Favourites

Well I'm a few days late again but hey better late than never! :) I missed October so I thought I would carry on with my November faves. These are some of the things I've been loving over the last two months. This month I have two beauty favourites and two fashion/accessories favourites :)

Australis Highlight & Contour brush

 

 

I've been on the hunt for a new contour brush for awhile now because my Real Techniques one just hasn't got the shape I want. I was in Big W and I came across this double ended highlight and contour brush by Australis. The contour end has the perfect angle and is really dense which makes it great for blending. The highlight end is nice and soft and it's perfect for applying my highlighter to my cheeks and nose. This was a bargain at only $10 and I haven't stopped using it since I got it.

NKD Black Clay face mask

I bought this online awhile back and have been using it at least once a week since, it reminds me a lot of the Glam glow mask (but without the tingling sensation you get from it!). The website says that this mask 'helps stimulate circulation in the skin and draw out essential oils from the skin'. I use it more so to give my skin a deep clean especially the day after a night out where I would wear a bit more make up than usual. It leaves my skin feeling fresh and I feel like it helps to clear out my pores. The packet itself lasts ages as a little goes a long way and all NKD products are vegan friendly, for $17.95 I think its fairly reasonably priced and if you keep an eye on their Instagram (GETNKD) they often have 10% discounts.

Available here

Quay Australia Sunglasses

On to a fashion favourite, I love these platinum style sunglasses by Quay Australia. This particular pair is from the Quay X Shay range by Shay Mitchell of Pretty Little Liars fame. I've badly been in need of a new pair of sunglasses as my old pair were covered in scratches and the Quay brand is really affordable with loads of styles to pick from. I got my pair from a shop in Fremantle called Soul Sisters but the website delivers Internationally and delivery is free within Australia. 

Available here

Rubi Shoes Woven Espadrilles

 

 

Again, espadrilles were another item I've been on the hunt for for summer and I finally found a pair I really liked from Rubi Shoes. I love the woven style and the studs on the heel, the fact that their black means they go with everything which is great. I've gotten great wear out of them over the last month, their just perfect for day wear and casual nights out. These were an absolute bargain at $10.50 reduced from $30, they are also available in a tan colour. 

Similar here

 

Another month done and dusted! And now just one more month to go until the New Year where has the time gone! :)

Thanks for reading,

Colleen x

Priceline Make Up Haul

Hello again, it's been awhile! So today I'm picked up a few bits in Priceline from their 40% off all cosmetics sale. I love the way Priceline do this, it saves me a fortune! I didn't go too mad this time I just got a few things that I've wanted for awhile and I'm also saving my money for make up in Duty Free when I fly home at Christmas :)

 Australis AC ON TOUR Contouring & Highlighting Kit Cream

The first thing I picked up was this cream contour palette from Australis, I already have the powder version of this but I find the colours can be too dark for my skin at times. I got the light complexion version and I'm interested to see the difference both in shades and how the cream blends in comparison to the powders. I've swatched the colours and they seem pretty pigmented like the powder. It comes with three darker shades for contouring and three lighter shades for highlighting. At full price this kit usually costs $24.95 but in the sale I got it for $14.97! :)

 


 

Revlon Colourstay Foundation

Next I got the Revlon Colourstay foundation in the shade 'Buff'. I've seen a few reviews on this so I've been planning on buying it for awhile now to see if lives up to the hype. I've been pretty good the last few months in terms of make up purchases and I've been trying to use up a few of my foundations before buying more. So I can't wait to give this one a go. This usually retails for $34.95 but today I bought it for $20.97.

Rimmel Wake Me Up concealer

This actually a re-purchase because I'd just run out of my old one, I got the lightest shade Ivory because I like to use it to highlight under my eyes. This the one concealer I use the most I love the coverage it gives and a little goes a long way. Usually retails for $14.95, today it was $8.97.

Essence Liquid Lipstick

Lastly, I bought this pale pink liquid lipstick from Essence. I was looking at it the last day I was in Priceline and said I get it another day. It smells amazing and gives a nice shine to the lips. I plan on using it for mostly everyday wear and over some of my pale pink lipsticks. I think this shade is called 'colour party'. This is actually relatively cheap without the discount, it usually costs $5.10 but today it was $3.06.

And that's everything that I bought, if you live near a Priceline I highly recommend checking out the sale, tomorrow (19-11-15) is the last day to get 40% off. The sale is also available on the Priceline website here

Happy shopping,

Colleen x

October Payday Fashion Wishlist

Hello everyone! I'm back again with some fashion items I've been lusting after until payday rolls around again :)

Boohoo Embroidered Playsuit

 

It's really starting to warm up here in Perth some I've been on the lookout for some pieces to add to my Summer Wardrobe. I love wearing playsuits in the summer months I think great for a simple yet fashionable look. This playsuit is from Boohoo and I love the boho style of it with embroidery around the neckline and sleeves. I already have this saved in my basket for payday :) it's available from ASOS here

 River Island Cheetah Throw Over Cape

 

Last summer I lived in kimono's and I'm in love with this kimono style cape from River Island it's perfect for both the beach and those evenings when it's slightly cooler. I love the cheetah print it really is a statement piece.This kimono is currently on sale from ASOS  reduced from $78 to $46 so it's definitely worth investing in :)

Warehouse Sparkle Bandeau Jumpsuit

 

I know it's really early to be even thinking about this but I'm already planning ahead for Christmas. I'm heading back to Ireland this year for Christmas for the first time in two years and I'm really excited for it. I think this jumpsuit will be perfect for a Christmas party/night out I hope to purchase this soon before it sells out but I just love the culotte style and touch of sparkle. I'm hoping the material isn't too heavy so I can get away with wearing it in the summer months here in Oz! This is also available from ASOS reduced from $81 down $32. 

Missguided Laser Cut Heels

I've been on the lookout for some new heels for nights out and I love the style of these heels from Missguided. Looking through my wardrobe lately I've noticed I've far too many black heels and only one pair of nude heels so I thought these would be a nice addition to my wardrobe. These also come in black too, but I couldn't wait until payday so I've already ordered these,oops! :-/

All of the links for these items are in this blogpost, let me know in the comments

If there's anything you've been dreaming of payday for :)

As always thanks for reading,

Colleen x

 

 

 

 

September Favourites 2015

Hello everyone! I've been pretty AWOL this month from the blog due to work commitments but now I'm on school holidays I'm hoping to post a lot more.So this weeks post is another favourites

Lush Tea Tree Tonic Water

So first up is a beauty favourite that I've been using every single day since I bought it. If you suffer from acne prone skin this is the perfect remedy. I use this in the evening after I've removed my make up to remove any reminants of make up left and it just helps to soothe and calm my skin. I use it in the morning after my face wash as well. Since I've started using this I have noticed a big difference in my skin, breakouts seem to clear up much quicker and are occurring less frequently for me so I'll definitely be repurchasing this when it runs out

Available here

TEMT Linen Shirt

Next up is a fashion favourite, I bought this shirt last month and I've been waiting for the warm temperatures to come back to wear it. So I finally got a chance to do so this past weekend when I went to Cottesloe beach  

It does remind me of a PJ top but I don't care I love it I wore it with some boyfriend shorts and I plan on wearing it again with some white jeans its perfect and lightweight for summer. 

Similar available here

MAC Lipstick Creme Cup

A make up favourite has to be Creme Cup lipstick from MAC, I've had this for a few months now but found myself wearing this loads over the past month. It's just a nice subtle pink/nude colour with a creamsheen finish. I like it because it can easily be worn for a simple day look or a night look with some lipgloss thrown on top.  

Available here

That's everything, thanks for reading and hopefully I'll back with another blog post sooner rather than later

Colleen x

 

 

August Favourites 2015

Hi everyone, I'm a little late with my monthly favourites but here's some of the things I've been loving this month.

Penneys Handbag

 

 

So a fashion favourite of mine this month has to be this bag from Penneys (Primark). I've had this for awhile now and it was gift from my brother. I adore the colour of it and if you follow me on Instagram you'll know I've been obsessed with all things burgundy this winter. This bag is great because it works as both a clutch or a handbag, I love the fact that the chain strap is really chunky, I hate when you get bags with a real flimsy chain that feels like it'll snap if you overload your bag! I've used this bag for nearly every single night out over the last couple of months and it just completes any outfit.

 

 

Penneys P.S. Love lipstick

 

 

A beauty favourite this month has to be this cheap as chips lipstick again from Penneys! This again was a gift from my friend Elaine from the Weird and Wonderful blog. She discovered that this lipstick is the perfect dupe for Limecrime's Cashmere. It's a lovely mauve/nude shade called 'Whisper' , it's really pigmented and long lasting on the lips. I can't wait to pick a new one up when I'm home at Christmas as this one is almost done! :(

 

 

 

Urban Decay Naked 3

 

 

Of course my monthly favourite had to include my recently purchased Naked palette. I had wanted this palette for the longest time and only got round to buying it during my trip home and definitely did not disappoint. The palette includes both matte and shimmer shades, the majority of the colours are rose gold/nude with some darker shades like Blackout. My most used shades so far have been Nooner and Liar. I really love this palette and it was definitely value for money, I'm already contemplating purchasing the other Naked palettes now to complete my collection :)

 

 

 

 

Anyways that's everything for this past August, as always

thanks for reading,

 

Colleen x

 



Payday Wishlist

Hello again! This week's blog post is something different, here's a few things I've had my eye on for the last few weeks while dreaming of payday :)

 

Boohoo Tailored Cape

A cape is something I've had my eye on for awhile but hadn't found anything I liked until I seen this beaut on Boohoo. I like that it still has the blazer lapels and gives it that more fitted look. I don't usually drift towards white as a coat because it so hard to keep clean at times but I much prefer it to the other colours. And it's so affordable at $36! I'm definitely going to purchase it before the end of the week.

This cape is available from Boohoo here

 

The Horse Watch

This watch is has been on my wishlist for a long time now I'm in love with it. It's a bit on the expensive side but I always see watches as an investment it's something I wear nearly everyday. I never heard of The Horse before and stumbled across this brand on Youtube (were I get most of my wishlist inspriation from) when I seen it in someone's haul video. I love the rose gold face with the grey leather strap, the websites offers a various colours for straps and faces if this combination isn't for you. I think this purchase is another few weeks down the line but hey I can still dream about it :)

Available from The Horse website here

Boohoo Pinafore Dress

 



This pinafore dress is another Boohoo item and although we're in the height of winter here in Perth I'm thinking ahead to Summer already. Having just come back from Summer (I use that term loosely) in Ireland pinafore/dungaree dresses are all the rage. I think this will be perfect with a plain white tee or even a striped number for chilling out on the weekend or even more shopping trips!

Available from Boohoo here

The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer

Last up is a make up item, I've have never tried any of The Balm products before I've heard so many people rave about the Mary-Lou Manizer that I'm dying to try it and see what all the fuss is about. It's pretty reasonably priced in comparison to the MAC highlighters so I'm hoping to pick it up over the next few weeks and see what it's like.

This product is available here

That's all for now, let me know in the comments if there's anything you've been dreaming about buying.

Thanks for reading,

Colleen x

July Favourites 2015

Hello everyone! After missing last months favourites due to being on holidays I thought I'd share some of the things I've been loving this past July :)

MAC Soft and Gentle

First up is this AMAZING highlighter from MAC. It's in the shade 'Soft and Gentle', which is kind of a bronze/gold colour and it gives the most beautiful glow to the skin. I've worn this mostly on nights out over the last few weeks and I can't get enough of it. I was fortunate enough to pick mine up in duty free when I was flying home for $38, it normally retails for $47 which is about normal for MAC products but I thinks it definitely worth the splurge

Available here

Maybelline Lash Sensational

Next, is a mascara from Maybelline called Lash Sensational and I literally haven't stopped using it since I got it. It spreads out the lashes so well and gives so much volume, I'm not the biggest fan of false eyelashes and with this mascara there's definitely no need for them. I've also read online that it's supposedly a dupe for Benefit's Roller Lash so if you're looking for a cheap alternative this is really worth picking up.

Available here

Dotti Nano Lace Up Heels

A fashion favourite of mine this month are these heels from DOTTI that I picked up in the End of Financial Year sales here in Perth. They're a copy cat for SENSO's Riley heels with a croc skin effect on them. These are without a shadow of a doubt the most comfortable heels I've ever owned! I've worn these on a couple of nights out recently and never felt the urge to take them off once like I usually do with some heels. And if you read my last blog post you'll know I have a weakness for any shoe that laces up.

Available here

TOPSHOP Joni Jeans

Another fashion favourite of mine is my Joni jeans from TOPSHOP. I had my eye on these jeans for awhile and was delighted with myself when spotted them on sale for $40 in the EOFY sales. These are the most flattering jeans, they are super high waisted and really suck you in in all the right places! I already owned the Leigh jeans and I think they are such good quality they wash really well and don't lose their shape and they can be dressed up and dressed down easily.

Available here

So that's everything I've loved this past month,

As always thanks for reading,

Colleen x

Primark/Penneys Mini Shoe Haul

Hello everyone! It's been ages since I've posted but I hope to get back into it properly this month. I am currently on holidays at home in Ireland and loving every minute of it. Of course a trip home would not be complete without a visit to Primark (Penneys if you're Irish :) )! I did buy more than shoes but I thought this would make for a quick blogpost.

The only pain with shopping at home is the clash of seasons between Europe and Australia, so it's mostly Summer clothes in stock at the moment but that didn't stop me from spending a small fortune! First, I picked up these chambray canvas shoes for only €4, I actually buy a pair like this nearly every summer, they're great to wear with dresses, shorts or skinny jeans and so light weight. I love the floral design on this pair and can't wait to wear them during the summer months in Perth.

Next, I bought these lovely snake skin effect with gold chain detail sandals for €10. I love these because they're so different from any pair of sandals that I already own. I think these will be perfect for nights out when I don't feel like trekking around town in a pair of heels, they have a nice dressy feel to them.

This next pair of shoes were bought to me from my Mom, I had seen these heels doing the rounds on Instagram and I was desperate to get a pair because I knew well they would have been sold out by the time I got back to Ireland. These are the ulitmate mermaid shoes! I can't wait to wear these on a night out with some leather look trousers or even with an LBD. These again  where a bargain at only €15.

Last but not least is my new favourite pair of shoes! Again I seen these in numerous Instagram posts last month and I was mad to get a pair. Like the heels I thought they would be sold out but I spotted them on my second visit to Penneys (yes I went more than once) and put them in my basket straight away. I'm obsessed with any kind of shoe that laces up and I can't wait to wear these to school when I get back. They are so comfy, they also come in a beige/cream colour but I prefer black because it will go with most outfits. These were priced at €13

So that's my little shoe haul, if you'd like me to do a lookbook of some of the other things I got whilst home please leave a comment below or comment on my Instagram (@lipstickwanderlust). 

As always thanks for reading,

Colleen x

20 Random Facts About Me

I thought I would do a blog post about me to share a bit more about myself with you :) So here is 20 random facts about me:

1. I have four tattoos

2. I am absolutely obsessed with penguins and anything penguin related, I have over 20 cuddly penguins in my room at home in Ireland

3. I moved to Australia 2 years ago by myself and it was the scariest thing I've ever done to date

4. I am a secondary school science teacher

5. I am the youngest in my family and I have 2 older brothers

6. I've been with my boyfriend for over 8 years and I honestly don't know what I would do without him <3

7. My all time favourite tv show has to be Sons of Anarchy and I was devastated when it finished up earlier this year!

8. I have traveled to France, Spain, Russia, Indonesia, Thailand, Germany, England, America and Australia. I hope to add to that list over the next few years, travelling is an experience like no other.

9. During my first few weeks in Australia I got to meet Heath ( Dan Ewing) from Home and Away
10. I love to run! I've taken part in a number of 10k runs and hope to one day train for a marathon ( all I need is a little bit more motivation).

11. My favourite shop without a shadow of a doubt is Penneys (Primark), if I had to shop at one place for the rest of my life I'd gladly live in Penneys clothes.

12. Hozier is my go to music for the last few months and I'm going to see him here in Perth this coming October.

13. I am obsessed with green tea, I drink at least 5 cups of it a day

14. My star sign is Pisces

15. My celebrity crush is Bradley Cooper ( its his eyes! )

16. I hate mushrooms

17. The one place I'd like to visit is Machu Picchu in Peru, every picture I see of it is so beautiful.

18. When it comes to my clothes and make up I am really messy, I leave them lying around the house which drives my boyfriend mad

19. My name is the Irish for girl, when I was in primary school at Christmas time I would get cards addressed to Coleen, Cailín (the Irish spelling) or Collen

20. The person who inspires me the most is my mother (cheesy I know) she is the strongest, most generous and loving person I know

May Favourites 2015

Rubi Cheeks (Highlighter)

This highlighter is so pretty on the skin, I got this free in my gift box from the Hoyts Girls Night Out recently and I haven't stop using it since. It's a lovely peach/gold colour that is so pigmented! My skin has such a nice glow when I use it. This is the first Rubi make up product I've used and I really eager to try more of their products, they're definitely good quality. ( Just to note it says its a blusher but I find the colour is more suited for use as a highlighter)

Available from Rubi here

Skull Watch

This is an accessories favourite that I've been loving this month. I wanted a new watch for more everyday wear and something that wouldn't break the bank. This watch was an absolute bargain at $10 and I love the design. It's perfect because its small and the fact that it was so cheap I don't have to worry too much about damaging it. It also goes with most outfits too which is another bonus.

I picked up this watch from Cheep in Caruosel. 

Maybelline Master Graphic Eyeliner

I'm always on the lookout for easy to use liquid liners, I seen a video Lauren Curtis posted about this eyeliner and she made it seem so simple to use. I picked this up a few weeks ago and I haven't used any of my other eyeliners since. This is AMAZING! It's so easy to make a thick or thin line by turning the nib of the marker at different angles. It's really pigmented and it last's all day. If you're looking for liquid liner that's easy to master then this is for you.

Available from Chemist Warehouse here

Rubi Shoes Tan Ankle Boots

Now that Australia is coming into winter, boots are a must have for your wardrobe. I own a couple of pairs of boots already but they're all black so I wanted something in tan or brown that I could wear with jeans and in particular navy outfits ( I own a LOT of navy clothes). I picked this pair up from Rubi shoes and I love them, the colour is perfect and they are so comfortable, if you follow me on Instagram  (username: lipstickwanderlust) you'll have noticed I'm getting great wear out of the altogether! :)

Available from Rubi Shoes here

So that's everything I've been loving this month.

Hope you enjoyed,

thanks for reading,

Colleen x