Happy Easter!!

IT'S EASTER!!!

I hope you guys have a brilliant Bank Holiday weekend and that you get spoiled by the Easter Bunny. The weather here in Ireland has been pretty crazy lately. We've basically had 3 seasons in one week. I'm living for the sun, I'm envious of people that are jetting off this weekend to warmer climates. I wish I was you guys! Ireland is a seriously nice place to live and I'm really lucky but we just don't get the weather to go along with it.

I'm in no way organised for the Easter weekend, I have picked up a couple of chocolate eggs for some people but my family usually don't tend to get each other Easter eggs, just small gifts. Seemingly we're too old for eggs, I certainly prefer it this way as I don't eat chocolate anymore. I want to buy the Zara Office City Bag, yes the one everyone has but I think it would be ideal for college and my upcoming trips abroad. My Mum and Nanna has given me some money towards it as it is pretty expensive at €69.95. A bit more than I'd usually spend on my a bag but I showed it to my Mum today when we were shopping and she said it was very me so I think we have a winner. She also bought me these hanging hearts for my room and a gorgeous Yankee Candle called Easter Bunnies which I have never seen in stores before and it smells amazing. If your a fan chocolate scented things you'll love this, I think this is the biggest candle that they do too so it will definitely last for ages. Paddy got me this cute mug from The Disney Shop. I seen this particular one when I was going to college last week and I loved it. It's Pearl from Finding Nemo, it has a line from the movie on the back too which I thought seemed pretty cool. Every character from the movie is available so who knows I may just treat myself to another one.

I got Paddy a Creme Egg Easter egg which I know is a big favourite for this time of year. I'm not a fan myself I never really liked Creme Eggs. I want the mug that's in this though it looks really nice plus you can never have too many. I have a pretty chilled out weekend planned. I got paid yesterday which was earlier than usual as the Banks were closed today seeing as it's Good Friday. I'm going to hit Boots soon and pick up some bits as they have their 3 for 2 on all Makeup products, amazing I know. First and foremost I want to get the new Revlon BB cream, I've seen really good reviews on it. Tomorrow night I'm heading out with some of the girls which should be fun. I'm predicting a tired head on Sunday so I'll probably just have a relaxing day at home with the family.

What's your plan for the Bank Holiday Weekend?

Laura<3

Here Comes Halloween!

Don't be fooled by the title of this post, I'm sure you all already know Halloween isn't my favourite holiday. Dressing up has never really appealed to me at all. I can probably count on one hand the amount of times I've dressed up for Halloween, I can remember going out as a witch and a princess when I was younger, I know how original. This year some of the girls and I are going to a Haunted Farm in Meath this Sunday which doesn't sound like my cup of tea at all as I hate being scared. My sister went last week and it sounds TERRIFYING!! I'm not going to lie I'm a tad bit on the scared side about the whole experience so I'll let you how I get on. I went to a attraction like this in Florida called Skull Kingdom and let's just say I didn't last 2 mins in the place, I'm curious to see will I be the same this time.At least my sister came back alive which is the main thing as I know I'll definitely come out okay.

The two things I do like about Halloween that gets me by, is decorating the house and Lush goodies. My Mom goes all out when it's Halloween and she picks up the cutest decorations, we must have tonnes in our Sitting room. I think they just give such a warm feel to the place and my little nephew loves them too. He's dressing up as Woody from Toy Story this year and he's so excited so unlike his Auntie. My Mom always has two candles on the go at once, this time of the year is no different. I adore the two she's burning at the moment, Blissful Autumn and Candy Corn & Buttercream. My Sister picked me up the latter as I loved it so much in the store, it smells amazing and I love the illustration on the front. When my Mom seen mine she went to the store the next day and got one for herself and my Aunty. It's different to any other Yankee candle I've seen as it contains different coloured wax (orange & ivory) swirled together. If your near the Yankee store in Carrickmines I'd definitely pick one up as they are half price. At the moment I think there around the €10 mark which is really good value considering how much they usually are. My Mom bought me a little holder for mine which you can see in the picture above, I love it and I'll definitely be putting my Christmas candles in it. Candy Corn & Buttercream is always burning in my Sitting room and the smells to die for, it has such a gorgeous sweet scent.

At this time of the year Lush bring out their Halloween and Christmas collections which I always pick up a few bits from. I know I'm getting a bit ahead of myself talking about the festive season so I'll show you some of their Halloween bits. The Enchanter* is one of their limited edition bath ballistics for Halloween which smells amazing. I bought a few Lush Bath products when I was in Manchester during the Summer as I never get to try them at home as I don't have a bath. I remember buying a few of their bubble bars, Rose Jam and The Comforter. I was literally was on a mission to go to Lush and buy a couple of their bath products as I never get to try them not having a bath. I must of had a hundred baths in the hotel I stayed in over the five days I was there.  I bought a couple of bath products but the two I just mentioned really stood out for me and if I was going to buy any again I'd buy these. I haven't gotten around to trying The Enchanter yet so I can't wait to stay in my Aunt's house to give it a go. I haven't used Lush's Bath Ballistics before, what do you guys think of them? I really can't wait to use this as it has such a gorgeous citrusy scent and going by the website it changes colour as it fizzes which sounds pretty cool to me. On the other hand I've been using their Twilight shower gel* a hell of alot. I'm a big fan of their shower gels already, my boyfriend already bought me one of their Christmas ones (Ponche) which I love and I can't wait to pick up Snow Fairy next. When I first smelt Twilight I wasn't too keen on it, the strong lavendar scent was a bit too much. After using it in the shower a couple of time I've done a complete 360 and I really like it. It's a nice relaxing shower gel that I've been using mainly at night and the scent sticks around for ages. I love the colour purple so me and this product was a match made in heaven, it also little bits of silver glitter in it, don't worry it doesn't show up on your skin at all. The only thing that I'd say is if you don't like scented products, Twilight may not be for you.

Lastly seeing as I had Friday off work I decided to do a bit of a clean out of my room. I was surprised at the amount of clothes I had to throw out now, they are all miles to be big. This is a good thing but I have to wait til Friday to buy some more, I really want to get a new Winter coat I may have a look in Zara. I tidied up my makeup collection and made a little gift bag for my Sister with alot a products. I always buy new stuff at this time of year so there was no point in me keeping lots of makeup that I may not necessarily use if that makes sense. I'm hope she likes everything but I have a sneaky suspicion she will.

Do you like Halloween? What are you getting up to?

Laura<3

Christmas Gift Ideas #3 - Christmas Candles

This time of year, it's become a tradition to have Christmas candles about my house this time of year. I always have a candle burning in my room, I find them so relaxing and they leave such a sweet aroma. I've already picked up a few for Christmas gifts as there are so many to choose from and they'll last for ages.

Here are two of my favourite Christmas Candles!

Christmas Cookie (Medium Jar) & Cinnamon & Sugar (Large Jar)

Both of these candles are from the Yankee Candle Company. They are my favourite Christmas scents by far. Cinnamon & Sugar is a lovely mixture of sugar and spice. I'm a fan of cinnamon scent so this was always going to be a winner with me. On the other hand Christmas Cookie is a really sweet vanilla scent that leaves the room smelling yummy! I bought the festive lid in the picture above separately. I think it gives a extra nice touch and apparently there said to make your candle burn better. Vanilla Cupcake is a good alternative to this scent if you can't find it instores.

Yankee Candles are available in a range of different sizes (tea lights, tumblers etc.) and price points. I bought both of these candles on special offer as the big candles can get expensive. Homestore + More actually have a great deal, all Yankee Candles are half price. This is such a good saving as the large jars are usually €26.50 and I got Cinnamon & Sugar for €13.35 which is a steal. I can see these candles selling out quickly as I don't think there is a better bargain out there at the moment.

What is your favourite Yankee Candle?

Laura<3

July Favourites!!

Sorry this post is coming to you girls so late. I'm getting my room redecorated and everything had to be removed from my room which included my internet. Now I'm back and my room is nearly complete. I'm getting new custom built shelves for extra storage so hopefully that's going to be done soon. I'll keep you posted on what the finished room is like.I'm loving it so far.

So it's time for my July Favourites!! Wow this month went unbelievably fast. I can't believe it's the last month of Summer already. July was a quiet month, I was working lots and I had a few birthdays to go to. With that said, I still had a brill month! Hope you all are enjoying your summer.

Here are some of the products I've fallen in love with this month...

MAC + Marcel Wanders Lipgloss in Beatrix

 This is an old favourite of mine. My mom brought me back some goodies from her trip to New York last December and this was one of them. This collection wasn't available in Ireland so I was glad she picked it up. This lipgloss is a gorgeous golden nude colour. Sadly it's a Limited Edition so I won't be able to repurchase it. I'm trying to make this one last.

Benefit Funday Sunday Palette

 Wow I love this palette. I bought Sunday Funday at a Benefit Cosmetic event back in June. I've been using it so much as of late. I love the four eyeshadows that are included in the palette as they so wearable. This would also be perfect for travelling as it also contains a Benetint, Hoola Bronzer, eyeliner and a lipgloss. Sunday Funday palette is Limited Edition so get it while you can.

Korres Pomegranate Lip Butter

Being such a big fan of lip products there was going to be more than one in my favourites. I've been using this lip butter for a little over a month now and I love it. It not only moisturises but it also leaves me with lovely reddish lips. I'm definitely going to try out some more makeup product from Korres as I was so impressed with this product.

Kiehls Creme De Corps

Creme De Corps is my first purchase from Kiehls. I was really looking forward to trying this out. This is a lovely thick cream and is great for dry patches. After using this on my arm and legs I'm left with lovely soft skin. This product comes in 3 different sizes the one I own is the smallest. Creme De Corps Light is also available for people who find the original too heavy.

Liz Earle Eyebright Soothing Lotion

I am such a fan of Liz Earle. This is another product I love. I use Eyebright lotion every morning before I go to work. This product has a cooling effect on my eyes and they are left looking refreshed. It has become a big part of my everyday skincare routine. You can have a look at my full review here.

Vera Wang Lovestruck

My mom bought this a few weeks ago and gave it to me. It's my must have perfume. I love the classic floral scent and the gorgeous packaging. I doubt I will be chugging it around in my bag though as the bottle is just too pretty.

Yankee Vanilla Cupcake Candle

This candle smells amazing. It has a gorgeous sweet scent which I love. I got the medium size jar so it has lasted for ages.


What have been your July Favourites?? 


Laura<3

Fab 100 Giveaway:) Now Closed

Firstly 100 followers (now 120)!!  Wow!! I am so overwhelmed and can't thank everyone enough for reading my blog and leaving such sweet comments. I've only been blogging 7 weeks now and the support has been unreal be it from my fellow beauty bloggers or my Twitter Followers. You girls are the nicest bunch ever and have been so supportive since the beginning and I hope to see you all at a meet up/event very soon.

I picked up some bits and pieces for this giveaway over the last week after reading your comments on my Giveaway Details post. Thanks for the wonderful ideas by the way.!:):) After much thought and consideration the prizes are as follows-

• Inglot Freedom System 4 Eye Shadow Square Palette containing 4 eyeshadows of your choice.
• Inglot Lipstick of your choice.

The winner when contacted by me can tell me whatever Inglot lipstick and eyeshadows they want. I will personally go to my local Inglot and pick them up!!!:):) I shall leave the Inglot Cosmetics link below.

That's not all you will also receive all the goodies pictured below!!!

• Mini Bahama Breeze Yankee Candle- I love this candle it has such a nice summery scent. It's not possible to not like this scent it's so good!!!

• Barry M Nail Paint in Mushroom and Navy

• Maybelline New York Colorsensational Luscious Lipgloss in Freshly Sliced

• Soap and Glory Hand Food Hand Cream (Travel Size) - This is my fave hand cream of the moment you may of seen it in my What's In My Bag post a while back:)

If you want to enter a chance to win these amazing prizes you just have to follow these simple rules.

Rules<3

1. You must be a public follower via Google Friend Connect to enter!! ( I will be checking)
2. This is a International Giveaway so it's opened to everyone all over the world as long as your country accepts post from Ireland!!!
3. If you are not 16 or over you must get permission off your guardian/parent to enter!
4. The winner will be chosen using random.org!!
5. To enter simply leave a comment telling me what your summer must-haves are? Also leave your name and email so I can contact you if you win!!!( only one comment per person)

Additional Entries!!<3

1. Tweet about my giveaway with links back to this post!! (extra 2 entries)
2. Feature a post or sidebar link about my giveaway on your blog!!! (extra 3 entries)

Please tweet/DM me @AllMadeUp21  if you've done any of the above for the additional entries. If you don't I won't be able to see if you've done them or not therefore you might lose the extra chances to win.

The giveaway ends on the 9th July 2011 at 9pm GMT.

Good luck everyone and thanks for the continuous support of my blog.

Laura<3

Inglot's Website- http://www.inglotcosmetics.com/

Ps The winner must contact me by 6pm on Thursday 14th July. If not I will simply choose another winner at random.

What's in my Bag?!

A girl's bag is a very personal possession and the inside/outside of every bag is going to be different. I have so many bags as I love having a one to suit each occasion,event or time of year.

At the moment I am currently using a Paul's Boutique bag that was kindly bought for me for christmas by my lovely boyfriend  two years ago. I really love this bag as it fits so much into it without looking bulky. I basically bring everything with me wherever I go, so I always use this bag. I have so much in my bag because I hate being in town and looking for lipgloss or a pen and realising you don't have either.

I also love bag charms and this bag comes with such a lovely one as you can see in the picture.

Next to what's inside my bag. Most of the following items I carry around on a regular basis and couldn't be without them:)

My Juicy Couture Purse

My sister got me this beautiful purse in San Fransico for my 21st birthday!! I really love it and have be using it since she got it for me in February this year. It's so spacious and has loads of space for my cards and coins.

My Glasses

Yes I have glasses. I just don't tend to wear them much. I just use them for reading and writng on my blog:) The only other  time I'd usually wear them is if I get tired eyes which isn't alot.

This month Stellar Magazine and Vampire Diaries Book

Whenever I travel on buses I find it a perfect time to read. I love Stellar as it has all the latest fashion trends and beauty must-haves. Vampire Diares is the current book I'm reading at the moment and it must be said that I am really enjoying it.

Sure Deoderant and Impulse Body Spray

"Sure" is my favourite deoderant of all time I don't think I've ever tried a deoderant as good so I always carry one of these around with me. For a body spray I use Impulse and the scent I love the most is Tease so I repurchase this alot

 Ipod

I actually have the worst luck with Ipods for some reason and this must be my fourth....I got this gorgeous purple  one a few years ago as a xmas gift from my Mom. I couldn't be without my Ipod as music is such a big deal to me. I love Taylor Swift's latest album, Speak Now.

Make Up Bag

I only got this make up bag recently but I love it..It's so easy to clean as it has a "wipe clean" interior. The polka dot design makes me admire it a little bit more.

YSL Elle Summer Edition 2011

I only recently got this perfume as a gift from my mom. I really like it so far as it smells like the original Elle just alot fresher in my opinion. I will probably do a review on this when I've used it a bit longer.

MAC Lip Products.

I actually have these sitting in a pocket in my bag. I use them all alot. The cremesheen lipstick is in the shade "Shy Girl" and the lip gloss "Good Lovin' " is from the new Surf, Baby collection. I use these two products together as they compliment each other really well and they can be both worn individually. I love the lip  conditioner. I probably use it the most as my lips are a bit on the dry side lately.

My Teddy Gloves

As you all know I live in Ireland so the weather is pretty much never sunny day. Seeing as thats the case I always carry around these gloves with me as their so cute. I got them for a gift but I think you can still get them in River Island I'm not too sure. I think their really worth investing in a pair as they are so comfortable.

My 2011 Forever Friends Organiser

This is essential for me as I always like to write down if I have events coming up (e.g birthdays,concerts etc.) or just to keep track of my work hours.

My Pocket Mirror

I have this mirror for years I picked this little gem up the first time I went to Manchester. It's so pretty and I love it::)

Soap And Glory Hand Food

As I  frequently get dry hands from the weather, I always have a tube of this in my bag. If you haven't used it you should try one as they smell gorgeous.

So that's everything in my bag it may change in the future, but if that ever happens I will update you.

Laura<3