Clueless

Hello, my lovelies! 

I hope you all are having a great day so far. The weather in the UK has been amazing with temperatures reaching as high as 20 degrees (which is very rare over here). I do a lot of shopping, we all know this and with lovely weather like this, it was the perfect excuse to do a bit of online shopping for some new summer clothes. I must say,  I update my wardrobe pretty frequently, far more often than the average girl.

First came the dress. I was having a browse on the 'I saw it first' website as it's a website that I have used before, and I love how they are so on trend yet also affordable. I came accross this pink checked dresss which I instantly fell in love with. I loved the square neck detail and it just gave me Cher Horowitz (from Clueless) vibes! It was also a bodycon which I find personally suits my body shape so it was an instant winner.

As the dress did all the talking, I decided to pair it with an old denim jacket from New Look to add some edge and make it more daytime appropriate. It just added some character and tied the look together, making it look casual and trendy.

I have worn these Vans plenty of times (so I'm pretty sure you all are familiar with these) and I honestly pair it with everything that I wear. I can honestly say it is quite easily the most worn pair of shoes in my wardrobe this entire year. These shoes have transcended seasons so seamlessly, and style so easily with so many different looks. It's pretty much become a part of my body! It literally goes with everything I have. Definitely something I recommend to everyone, it's so comfy!

For accessories, I kept it quite simple with these thick silver hoops from Topshop ( can never go wrong with some simple hoops).

Items mentioned:

• Pink Check Square Neck Mini Dress
• Blue Denim Jacket (similar)
• Vans Old Skool Trainers
• Thick Silver Hoops

Hope you enjoyed this OOTD. I will be back with more outfits soon.

Take care

Davina 

x

January Blues

Hello beautiful people! 

January can sometimes leave us feeling a little run down, we get back to the real world and we get into that same schedule every day. Anyone else feel like January was a trial month? I definitely feel like it was and I want to plan more exciting content for my blog for the upcoming months.The weather isn't looking great either, those long, bleak days and summer seem forever away but I thought I would update you all on my current favourite outfit also the outfit I never take off… 

I always say invest in a good coat because it'll last you a few years and this coat ticked all the boxes for me. It has to make a statement, a staple piece which usually inspires an outfit, and the rest always just falls into place. As you guys may have noticed tailored, longline jackets are in right now.  I saw this online whilst browsing through Miss Selfridge, I couldn't resist adding this steal to my basket.

It’s literally the perfect one for me, the colour, the cut, and the length. This coat also didn't have a hefty price tag either and is a  great high street alternative to the tailored designer coats I have seen online.The grey compliments the khaki knit sweater and the fit of the coat makes the whole outfit well put together but still keeps you nice and warm.

I’ve been pairing it with my New Look high-waisted black jeans (also obsessed), a cable knit jumper (this one’s from ISAWITFIRST) and any one of my black boots (yes, I own more than a few pairs – oops!), these ones being from New Look (heeled, yet comfortable). This jumper is in a cropped style and I love the roll neck which keeps you warm without compromising style. 

I treated myself to a dainty PANDORA ring that I haven't taken off since I bought it. It is so elegant and dainty that I literally wear it with any and every outfit, just to add a little something!

So basically, I’ll be wearing this outfit on repeat for the rest of the season, as its such an easy throw-on outfit for them gloomy days… maybe add a good old odd bobble hat or scarf on for those extra chilly days.

So that's it for today folks! I will be back with more content.

Stay tuned,

Davina

x

Items worn:

• Coat (similar)
• Cable Knit Jumper
• Jeans
• Heeled Boots (similar)

FENTY BEAUTY: Stunna lip paint review

Hello! Hope you're having a great day so far! Today's post is the new stunna lip paint in the color uncensored (cherry red colour) brought out by Fenty beauty. Following the successful launch of Fenty beauty, Rihanna has released the new intense lip paint which are available on the Fenty Beauty website as well as Harvey Nichols. 

The lip paint claims to be a weightless, 12hr liquid lipstick with a soft matte finish. I was so excited when I received this through the post. The packaging is so edgy and unique and I was surprised at how light the bottle was. The bottle itself is sophisticated and looks beautiful on my makeup table. The lid is gold which the engraved brand logo 'Fenty Beauty'. 

The brush itself is very unique with a contoured wand, it gets into every crack of your lips for better control. I have not seen anything like it before. It allows super precision and it allows you to line your lips with the lipstick first and then fill it in. You definitely don't need a lipliner with this product.

The intensity of this product is incredible, I would have to give a 10/10 for pigmentation. They weren't kidding when they claimed the product to have a one-stroke intensity. You only need a bit of this product to go a long way.

I'm always on the hunt for the perfect signature red colour as its hard to find the right undertone for tanned skin, and not all reds will suit everybody.

When purchasing this product, you don't even need to doubt yourself, this shade was tested to ensure that everyone has the perfect red. I ate and drank throughout the day but this 12-hour formula ensures that your lips stay on throughout the night, this stuff does not budge.

The liquid lipstick did not ball up, feather or crack on my lips as many other liquid lipsticks do. I was really impressed with how hydrating the formula was, and it was so smooth on my lips, it felt like I had nothing on my lips.  I also did not need to top it up the whole time I was wearing it!

I'm honestly impressed by the formula, staying power and colour of this product. Rihanna has killed it yet again! This lip paint has blown all the liquid lipsticks out the water. I will definitely be purchasing more shades once they are released! It retails at £19.00 and let me just say, it's worth every penny!

Overall verdict:
Price: Good
Quality: Excellent
Packaging: Excellent
Rating: 10/10

Top 5 Christmas Advent Calendars

Hello everybody, so today I have something a little bit different. I was thinking about doing a few Christmas related posts as we're approaching the festive month and I thought it would be very helpful for some of you who would want to know my top 5 advent calendar picks. These are all beauty related to you, yes you, makeup lovers.

1.  Naughty & Nice advent calendar by Charlotte Tilbury

This calendar is every makeup lovers dream, so if you're looking for a luxury advent calendar, this is for you! It does come with a hefty price tag retailing for £150.00 (i know!) It is a 12-day calendar so this is something to consider, however, the calendar includes both full size and travel size products of Charlotte Tilbury's best sellers.

Packaging: I think this is gorgeous! It's a clever little idea to have little drawers and it look beautiful on your makeup vanity area.
Contents: The quality of these products are amazing (I expect nothing less from Charlotte Tilbury)
Value for money: It is a bit on the pricey side considering the fact that you receive a few travel size products, but I can't complain, they always become handy during travels.
Overall Score: 7/10

Includes:

• Colour Chameleon in Mesmerising Mink, a full-size purple-toned brown glitter eyeshadow pencil. Fill: 1.6g.
• Eyes to Mesmerise in Jean, a full-size champagne pink eyeshadow cream. Fill: 7ml.
• Lip Lustre Lip Gloss in Unleash Me is a full-size deep plum shade with a high gloss lacquer finish. Fill: 3.5ml.
• Matte Revolution Lipstick in Walk of Shame, a gorgeous full-sized berry rose shade with a matte finish. Fill: 3.5g.
• Mini Full Fat Lashes Mascara in Glossy Black, your 5-in-1 smudge-proof mascara. Fill: 3.04g.
• Mini Goddess Skin Clay Mask is a nourishing clay mask for dewy skin. Fill: 15ml.
• Mini Magic Cream Moisturiser is the ICONIC moisturiser with SPF15 & anti-ageing ingredients. Fill: 15ml.
• Mini Multi-Miracle Glow Cleanser, Balm & Mask to deep cleanse your skin, leaving it baby-soft. Fill: 15ml.
• Mini Rock ‘n’ Kohl Eyeliner in Amber Moon is a limited edition amber bronze kohl eyeliner. Fill: 0.8g.
• Mini Supermodel Body is a soothing, slimming hydrating body shimmer to firm & sculpt. Fill: 15ml.
• Mini Take It All Off Eye Makeup Remover is an oil-based two-toned eye makeup remover. Fill: 30ml.
• Mini Wonderglow Face Primer is a light-reflecting face primer with soft focus ceramic microspheres. Fill: 15ml.

2. Makeup Revolution Advent Calendar 2017

This bad boy is now on sale in Superdrug, was £50, now £25 (bargain!) It comes with 25 days, all full sized so its definitely worth every penny! I have tried and tested many makeup revolution products and they never fail to impress me. If you're looking for a good beauty advent calendar on a budget, then this one is for you! You will not be disappointed.

Packaging: I think this is a very sleek looking calendar! I feel as if they could have made the inside of the calendar a bit more endearing.  
Contents: The fact that you get 25 full sized products in this calendar just draws me in!
Value for money: This is a bargain! The products are amazing.
Overall Score: 6/10

Includes:

• 3 beautiful baked highlighters
• 1 bronzer
• 6 amazing lipsticks in various shades
• 4 makeup brushes
• 1 eyeshadow primer
• 1 liquid highlighter
• 1 Revoholic Travel Mirror ( we all need one in our handbags)
• 2 pressed highlighters
• 2 strobe balms 
• 1 full-size exclusive Revoholic Eyeshadow palette - how insane!

3. 25 Days Ultimate Advent Calendar by The Body Shop

This box retails at £99.00 but is worth up to £214 (can't go wrong with that). Everyone loves the body shop, no matter what age you are and they are known for their insane quality of products. It includes both body care and skincare. It has a mix of makeup and skincare, therefore, you get the best of both worlds.

Packaging: This is beautiful packaging, so festive, yet chic and stylish! 
Contents: The Body shop are known for their amazing products, do I really need to say anything more?
Value for money: It is a good value considering the normal retail value for each of the products. I think this is a good investment.
Overall Score: 9/10

Includes:

• Shower Gel British Rose 60ml

• Bunny Headband

• Moisture Cream Vitamin E 50ml

• Hand Cream Almond 100ml

• Lip & Cheek Stain Vineyard Peach 010 7.2ml

• Gentle Eye Make Up Remover Camomile 60ml

• Night Cream Vitamin E 50ml

• Gloves Bath White

• Glitter Dust Pink 1g

• Liner Star Stamp 1ml

• Matte Lip Liquid Nairobi Camellia 034 8ml

• Brush Foundation Buffing

• Body Scrub British Rose 50ml

• Hand Cream Coconut 30ml

• Hand/Nail Treatment Almond 1.8ml

• Shower Cream Shea 60ml

• Strawberry Body Polish 75ml

• Eye Definer Black 1.1g

• Glitter Dust Gold 1g

• Drops Of Youth - Youth Concentrate 30ml

• Spa Of The World - Body Cream Hawaiian Kukui 50ml

• Camomile Cleansing Butter 90ml

• Body Butter Almond Milk & Honey 200ml

• Japanese Matcha Tea Pollution Clearing Mask 75ml

• Wooden Die

• Instruction Leaflet

4. Beauty Advent Calendar by Liberty London

This advent calendar for those splurgers out here. It has 25 doors with 15 full sized products worth over £500.  You will receive a mix of skincare, haircare and makeup treats so if you're looking for something that contains all these elements, then this is perfect for you! Even though this is an expensive calendar (£175), you will not be disappointed with the variation of quality products.

Packaging: I think this is stunning! There has definitely been a lot of thought and work gone into the packaging. It is vintage looking which looks absolutely stunning on display. Again, similar to the Charlotte Tilbury packaging with the drawers, I think it adds a nice touch.
Contents: The quality of these and range of products are amazing. There is a nice mix and match of brands, so you get to try things that you may have not thought to pick up before! 
Value for money: It is a bit on the pricey side, however, we must consider the normal retail price for each of the products. This is a good investment nonetheless.
Overall Score: 8/10

Includes:
Byredo Hand Cream Bal D'Afrique 30ml, Diptyque 70g (Pomander or Roses) Candle, Omorovicza Moor Cream Cleanser 30ml, Le Labo The Noir Eau de Parfum 15ml, Votary Cleansing Oil 50ml , Hourglass Lip Stylo Influencer, Trish McEvoy Liquid Lip Gloss in Power Red or Mauve 3ml, Skin Laundry Purifying Cream Cleanser 65ml, Liberty London Small Washbag in Strawberry Thief, Margaret Dabbs Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Serum 15ml, Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Stick in Amethyst 1g, Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant 13g, Espa Pink Hair & Scalp Mud 30ml, Aurelia Cell Repair Night Oil 30ml, NARS Orgasm Blush 3.5g, QMS Activator Mini Travel Mask 10ml, Malin + Goetz Lip Moisturiser 10ml, Dr Sebagh Serum Repair 20ml, Aromatherapy Associates Revive Morning Rollerball 10ml, Davines Oi Shampoo 90ml, Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 75ml, Eve Lom Cleanser 30ml, Surratt, Smokey Eye Baton in Enticelle , Blink Brow Oil 11ml, Aveda Volumising Tonic 40ml 

5. NYX Professional Makeup Kiss & Tell Advent Calendar

This calendar retails at £50 but is now on discount at FeelUnique for £45. It contains 24 doors with a mix of four matte lipsticks, three cream lipsticks, two chubby lip creams, four liquid lipsticks, three matte lip creams, three traditional lipsticks and five creamy lip glosses. You will have gained a full lip wardrobe before its Christmas, so this is ideal for any lippy lover.

Packaging: I think this is super chic and fun little package.
Contents: The quality of these products are amazing, NYX are known for their amazing lip colours and formulas, therefore the fact that this calendar is packed full of them makes me very excited! 
Value for money: It is good value for the number of lippies you get!
Overall Score: 10/10

 That's it for today's post! I hope this helped some of you find your 2017 beauty advent calender. I will be doing some Christmas inspired outfit posts so keep an eye out for that! Take care x

OOTD: The Official Colour of Fall

Hi guys! Autumn is officially here which means it's time to embrace the more cool weather by stocking up on knitwear and feeling super cosy. What way to start the season than buying cute autumn clothing pieces to update my wardrobe (any excuse to shop). Boohoo has been killing the fashion game recently (as you may know from my previous posts) and I'm obsesseddd with this outfit which is an autumn staple outfit.

P.S- Don't forget to look out for my Autumn Clothing Haul which will be coming soon to my YouTube channel...



 

Nothing screams Autumn than this burgundy knit jumper dress from Boohoo which I have completely fallen in love with! The roll-neck jumper keeps me extra warm as well as the dress being a perfect length (not too long or short). It is perfect for the colder seasons and is super comfortable which is perfect for me to throw on but still look effortless and chic. This dress is a staple for anyone's autumn wardrobe!

These knee high boots were so dreamy and I was so happy to find them on the website. I was impressed with the high quality suede material and shows that you don't need to spend an ludicrous amount on nice boots. The lace up detail adds a feminine touch and this means that you can loosen or tighten the boots to get the perfect fit. The heel was comfortable to walk around in without feeling like I need to taken them off after five minutes (which I have experience with other boots). These knee high boots are definitely a wardrobe staple for the colder months and can only be used as a transition piece into a night look.
I hope you enjoyed reading this post as well as letting me know what staples do you guys have in your autumn wardrobe? x

Outfit

Jumper- Boohoo

 

Boots-Boohoo

*This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own*

Hair Story + Update

Hi Guys!!!

 

Hope you all are doing well. First of all, can I just mention that Autumn/Winter is officially here. I'm wrapped up in my blanket with a cup of tea while trying to type this up. Anyway, back to why you're here, if you follow me on snapchat or instagram you would have seen that I got my balayage re-done.

 

But, what is it you ask? Balayage is a French colouring technique that is applied by hand rather than using the traditional foiling or cap highlighting techniques. It has a much softer, less noticeable regrowth lines giving a natural look to the overall hair.

 

It is probably less damaging than conventional colouring techniques which use foils and heat to set the colour However I did notice with the bleach it can leave the ends quite dry, therefore take aftercare very seriously (lots of hair masks and conditioner)! 

 

The story of my hair...

 

About 2 years ago, I decided I wanted something new with my hair and I heard a lot of people talking about the balayage technique. I was a bit weary at first as I have heard a lot of stories about black hair that turned ginger in the process of trying to lighten it. I decided to go to my trustworthy hairdresser and discuss what they could recommend for me. I wanted caramel/brown mixed in with my natural hair and this is exactly how it turned out! It was achieved through bleaching the strands of hair first and then adding toner of the desired colour of choice. The colour remained for a while but as my hair grew longer the colour started to fade as well. This is why last week I went back to the same place and got it re-done, and here is the before and after picture of my hair (we went with similar tones as before).

BEFORE (hair where the colour began to fade):

 

 AFTER:

The hairdresser did mention that in the following weeks, as the colour settles, it will become lighter!

 

For me this was the best decision, as it gave me a boost in confidence!

 

If you want me to do a haircare video or blogpost, comment down below! (If you haven't already, please subscribe to my YouTube channel davina_uk)

 

And I will be back soon with more posts coming your way :) xx

Summer Blues

Hello everyone! Hope you all are having a great week. As summer is coming to an end (trying to hold back the tears) I decided to wear this gorgeous jumpsuit that I found when browsing online at Boohoo. When I saw this online, I knew immediately how I was going to style this and I've been into pale pink (not helping beating the blues) this summer.

I hope you guys enjoy the last summer post of 2017 which I am sad to see the end of and join me in beating the summer blues...

This jumpsuit just screams sophistication and I wore this out when I went for dinner at Berners Tavern in London. Something that I love about this outfit, is that you can either dress it down by throwing on a denim jacket and a pair of converses or glam it up like I did. The cut on the jumpsuit is just below the knee, which to be honest I wasn't sure how it would work but I loved how it allowed the shoes to have their own moment since jumpsuits normally cover up the shoes. I loved the strappy halter-neck with the straps on the shoulder which were a bit annoying as one of them kept falling off. If I had to be picky, the fit of the jumpsuit was perfect apart from the straps.

 

I decided to pair this outfit with a few dainty accessories that I have collected over the year. The rings are from accessorize and the bracelet was a gift.I wore my favourite pink pointed heels which I won't go on about but I bought them a while back from H&M which was featured on my last blog post. To finish the look off, I chose this simple clutch which complimented the whole outfit perfectly (yes, pink again) and carried my lipstick and personal items perfectly. This whole outfit captures my girly style perfectly however this is probably the final time I wear an all-pink outfit.

As much as I'm going to miss this summer I am looking forward to the seasonal colours of Autumn (bring on my favourite month) where I will be showing you guys how you can still wear your favourite outfits but keep warm by layering. Hate to say this but so long summer, oh how you'll be missed till next year! x

 

 

 

*This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own*



 

 

Outfit

 

Jumpsuit

 

Similar clutch

 

Similar heels

 

 

OOTD: The Ruffle Trend Continues

Hi lovelies, welcome back. If you have read my last post on the ruffle trend then you'll be pleased to see more of that ruffle trend (my latest style obsession) in this post which I hope you enjoy....

 

Autumn is getting closer and I wanted to wear this outfit one last time (I had to share it on the blog) before the cold hits us. Let me know what you guys think of this look and the twist on the typical white shirt dress.

The white shirt dress look has been seen styled by plenty of bloggers however when I saw that this shirt had ruffled sleeves, I knew I had to get my hands on it! To be honest, I never thought I could pull of the white shirt dress  but I love how the ruffle detail made the dress not look so formal ( no collar) and 'dressed down' but still looking chic! I've never been one to dress to make a statement but its minimal look made it easy to pull off. This dress is from Boohoo priced at only £12.00 (CRAZY right?) and the material is surprisingly nice and did not feel cheap AT ALL with the ruffles maintaining their shape. I'm someone who appreciates quality over how much it is and this certainly delivers more than its price which makes it more amazing. I love the contrast between the structured body of the dress and the free flowing ruffle sleeves which works so well.

 

 I decided to add a western style buckle belt from River Island to slightly cinch in at the waist to add some shape to my figure. I love how this buckle pairs perfectly with the dress and adds as an accessory without having to wear heavy jewellery. This belt is so easy to wear and adds an effortless look to the entire outfit.

 

I finished the whole look with these black suede Chelsea boots from H&M (a few years ago) which are timeless and can be worn in any season. These boots are slim and elegant and add sophistication to the entire outfit while being amazingly comfortable to walk around in London.

 

I hope you guys have been inspired by this casual yet stylish look which I've been wearing non-stop and I love how comfortable it is which makes me feel sooo confident! I love this monochrome outfit and I hope you guys try experimenting with this trend. As always please comment below any outfit pieces I would love! x

*not sponsored*

 Outfit details

Dress- Boohoo

Belt-River Island

Boots-similar

OOTD: Ruffle Trousers

The sun is out in London for Bank Holiday weekend and what perfect weather for wearing these ruffle trousers which I freaakinggg adore! The ruffle trend has been seen on the catwalk for Spring/ Summer '17 and I am a big fan of this fashion trend. These trousers have a feminine touch as well as being on trend for this season. These trousers are perfect for transitioning from Summer into Autumn as they cover up your legs but still keep you cool with its lightweight material. This can be paired with a sleeveless cami for warmer days or a high-neck tight fitted knit for colder months ahead. At first I was unsure with how the trousers would fit around my hips but I was pleasantly surprised with how nicely they sat on my hips without highlighting any bulges after eating (ladies you know what I talking about) which I'm sure everyone is conscious about. I never usually like wearing trousers but these gorgeous tailored trousers have made me expand my style horizons without it being office-y or boring with the added ruffle...

P.S- Head over to my instagram to see where I shot this look which matches my outfit! 💗💗

 I paired the trousers with a white cropped top from River Island (I'll link similar ones below) which  revealed enough of my upper midriff for me to still feel comfortable in and not feel super conscious. The cut of the top was flattering as well as keeping it simple to show off the detail of the trousers. I kept the jewellery very simple too, as the ruffle detail on the pockets and hem of the trousers act as an accessory already (bonus) and makes the outfit more casual for the daytime.

 

Also these trousers are cropped which means they are perrrfectt for showing off these classy pink heels. I got these shoes a few years ago from H&M which means I can't find the exact pair but I will link similar items below. These shoes are the epitome of class and being feminine (my two favourite words) without them being too office-y for my liking. The heel is not too high which means they were comfy enough to walk through the streets of London. The soft suede material, pointed toe and the heel brings sophistication to the whole outfit and ahhh I just obsessed with this whole look!

 

I hope you guys have enjoyed reading this blog. Please leave me comments on what you want to see on this blog as well as any other items which you think I may love!  x

 

*Not sponsored*

 

 

Outfit Details

Ruffle Trousers- Boohoo

Top-similar

Heels- similar

Sunglasses-similar