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

My Favourite Brow Products

NYX Cake Powder

Image  from nyxcosmetics.com

Image from nyxcosmetics.com

This powder palette is my holy grail brow product! I've been using this for nearly two years now and I haven't found anything better. I have the palette in the dark brown shades, it comes with  two different shades,dark brown and light brown,  as well as this you get some wax which you can use to hold your brows in place. I use the darkest colour to shape the tail of my brow and the lighter colour to shape the inner part of the brow. Before I apply the powders I use the wax to hold the shape of my brows, I only use a small amount of wax because too much and you end up with a 'slick rick' look. :) The powders are so pigmented and for the price ($9.95) it is definitely worth the purchase!

(I took this picture from the NYX cosmetics website because my palette is a bit grubby from using it so much)

Available from Target here

Essence Brow Pencil

I use this brow pencil in conjunction with the NYX powder, before I apply any powder I use this pencil to fill in the middle of my brows to fill in any gaps where there's less hair. I use the shade darkest brown and it suits my brow colour perfectly. The pencil itself is so soft and pigmented and doesn't clump or flake away when you apply it. The best thing about it as with all Essence products is the price.

Available from Priceline here

Rimmel Brow This Way

If you prefer a more natural looking brow this is the product for you, I use this when I'm having a 'no make up' day. It has a wand that you use to apply the product and you just simply brush it through your brows. It helps to hold your brows in place and thicken out your brows. If I'm going on a night out I usually use all three of the these products depending on the look I'm going for, I usually apply the Brow This Way last.

Available from ASOS here

So that's my favourite brow products, if you have a 'Holy Grail' product that's worth trying out comment below and let me know :)

Thanks for reading,

Colleen x

April Favourites 2015

Hello! My blog has been seriously neglected over the last few weeks while I wait to get the broadband sorted in our new house. Hence why this post is a few weeks late. :)

Australis Cya Later Pores (20ml)

So first up is this primer from Australis, to be honest I have only got into primers over the last year I never really bothered with them before but I do finally understand the benefits of using one! This primer is supposed to promote matte-look finish which I agree with 100% , after I apply it my skin feels soo soft and gives a nice finish to any type of foundation that I've tried it with. It's also suppose to help tackle spots and I do think it has helped with some of my problem areas but I do use a couple of products to tackle this problem. If you want your make up to last all day then this primer is defo worth picking up, I've found my foundation can last up to 12 hours when I use this. This primer is definitely very similar to Benefit's Porefessional so if you're looking for a cheaper alternative this is worth picking up.

Find this product here

Rimmel London Wonderfull Mascara (11ml)

I've actually had this mascara for quite awhile now and the first few times I used it I thought it was a bit crap to be honest but then I started to use it for work and I found the trick is to apply 2-3 coats of it and it gives that full and long look. I like it because it's not too dramatic for work but it still gives the voluminous look. It is the perfect every day wear mascara and for those days when you're going for that 'no-make up' look.

Find this product here

Lush Mask of Magnaminty (125g)

If you're a massive fan of YouTube like me you'll know everyone and their mother absolutely raves about Lush products! So I decided to see what all the fuss was about, I had previously attempted to shop in Lush before but always got turned off by the strong smells in the shop and I never knew what to actually buy. Anyways, I asked my friend Elaine from the Weird and Wonderful blog for some recommendations and she suggested this face mask. It's suppose to help tackle any nasty breakouts that you might have, I've been using it for over a month now once a week and I can definitely seen a big improvement in the condition of my skin, the best part about it is the smell you'll be so tempted to eat it because it smells exactly like After Eights! I would highly recommend this product because it works and it lasts ages, I've used it 7 or 8 times now and still have over half a tub left. Also if you keep 5 of your empty containers and bring them back into Lush they'll gift you one free face mask so its another bonus!

Find this product here

Savvy Nautral Finish Bronzer 

This has been a holy grail bronzer for me for over two years now, I love it so much and use it almost every day. I like it because it doesn't have any shimmer in it which makes it perfect for everyday wear. I use the colour 06 Tan and its perfect for contouring and blends so easily. The best thing about this bronzer is the price at only $5.99. 

Find this product here

That's everything I was loving last month, hopefully it won't be too long until my next blog post

Thanks for reading,

Colleen x