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What I’ve been wearing: 04/05/15

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Wow, it’s been a long time since a post an outfit entry. Laziness. No other excuse. Oh, wait, there is… I always get so fed up with the winter that towards the end I cannot be bothered with the outfits anymore… it’s half not making an effort and the other half not finding them interesting anymore.

But as the new season begins (to try) to come… well…. fresh outfits are fun.

Here are some from the last few weeks (maybe months!):

Outfit #1

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Flowery trouser from H&M, black cape from Boohoo, black shoes from Christian Louboutin, handbag from Kate Spade.

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MAC Wash & Dry collection

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What a weird name, eh? But the colours are inspired on vintage laundromats, so it’s ok!

The MAC Wash & Dry collection, which is full of vibrant and fresh colours has already launched in the UK – the laundromat is indeed open for business!

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Nails of the week: Lilac leopard

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 More leopard on the blog! Yay! I never tire of that print, but it is nice to get some variation…. so we have lilac!
This mani was still from when I was in Brasil and it is another one from Rosângela, the “family” manicurist. As i emntioend before, she has a huge range of lovely nail art “stickers”; they are actually hand painted by another lady on base coat and plastic, and Rô buys them to apply on to clients’ nails.

The nail polish is a beautiful shade of lilac called Lavanda from Ana Hickmann; it is creamy with some light silvery sheen to it.

Although it is leopard print, I found this quite delicate and discreet, as animal print go. I think applying the design over colour made it stand out less. Love it!

Rating:

5_star

 

 

Dani

Review: Nivea Sun Protect & Bronze Face Sun Cream

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It shouldn’t really be this way, but at this time of the year people usually start thinking more about sun protection – and more importantly, acting on it.
I love sunbathing, but my face is always totally protected throughout the year, and Nivea Sun offers a helping hand for the summer, giving us the best of both worlds – protection and tanning in one product: Nivea Sun Protect & Bronze Face Sun Cream.

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Christian Louboutin: Tales from beyond the red sole talk at the Vogue Festival 15

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Christian Louboutin talks to Alexandra Schulman, Vogue editor. Image from Vogue Uk, Darren-Gerrish

Christian Louboutin talks to Alexandra Shulman. Image from Vogue UK by Darren-Gerrish

Ooooh, Christian Louboutin. Not only he is the master behind my favourite shoes, but he is also a charming human being.

No wonder women fall in love with his shoes; after seeing him talk, I can certainly say he does manage to transmit his captivating personality to footwear. If I was a fan before, this talk took it to another level.

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Review: Caudalie Glycolic Peel Mask

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Face masks are fantastic. Not only are they good for your skin, but they are also for your soul: is that moment that you can unwind, relax, treat yourself.

And this Caudalie Glycolic Peel Mask does more than pampering, it exfoliates!

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Trends: what I’ll be wearing for spring/summer 2015

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The sun is teasing us – it is actually making appearances but the super chill in the air means my body is still in a wintery mood.

However, my mind is saying GO! to spring!

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Review: This Works energy bank breath in

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I am a typical case of dipping energy – I usually feel sleepy until 11am, then perk up fr a few hours only to dip again at around 3pm…

After trying their hand cream, I also found a good friend in the new this works energy bank breathe in, a lovely oil roll-on designed to be applied on the pulses for an aromatic energy boost.

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Review: Sanctum Soho Rose Script Collection washbags

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When talking about beauty, I think it is pretty fundamental that we talk about all the accessories.

Washbags are very much essential, as it makes sure you carry your lovely beauty arsenal everywhere.

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Nails of week: pink leopard

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When I go to Brasil, I hang up my nail-doing shoes and leave my talons on the expert hands of Rosângela, a lovely lady who goes to my family home to sort out mum’s nails – she also does gran’s, two aunties’ and a cousins’ nails every week.

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