21st Birthday Presents // Photo Diary

I don't normally do blog posts like this so I thought I'd change it up as yano, 21st birthdays mark new beginnings and what not. Also, Christmas is a couple of days away and I wanted to post it before then. Just keep in mind that this is a very photo heavy post. Yes you may realise from these photos that I'm not capable of posing like a normal person but at least I have an emoji crown. Ps, thank you to everyone who made my birthday so special, I'm so grateful for all your love even though I'm the biggest drama queen ever xoxo 

Presents from my beautiful uni friends and our very fun night at Yautcha (where we spent £15 on water HAHA glug glug glug) ask for tap water you guys, don't assume that still means tap. My dessert also came out with a lil message on hehe. Yautcha is so nice as well, I've already been there before and I'll probably continue to keep going. My friends are the cutest and got me a bag filled with Pandora and makeup (inserts heart eye emojis). How beautiful are these Charlotte Tilbury bits though, I don't know if I can bring myself to use the palette. Thank you chickas!

Cake obviously is a must and I'm not even the slightest bit ashamed to say that I ate the majority of this. 

The cutest swan earrings and more Charlotte Tilbury makeup from my brother and Flo Jo <3 If you know me at all then you'll know that I am absolutely obsessed with anything Disney related and this Kate Spade card holder is so unbelievably cute. 

I also received the prettiest Michael Kors watch from my parents which is so pretty but too big for my tiny wrists so I'm gonna have to wait a little while longer to wear it. And of course, 21st birthday's call for lots of Tiffany boxes including a beautiful Tiffany charm bracelet from my auntie and this necklace from mumsie and dadsie (which has my initials engraved on the back).

And what birthday would be complete without a little me to me gift in the form of the prettiest lipstick ever. Haven't included everything but these were my favs and I'm entirely grateful for having such wonderful people in my life <3

Til next time x

Are they worth the hype?

One of negative sides of being completely obsessed with makeup is that some products are completely over hyped up. Sometimes it's just worth knowing if they're actually good or if you'll just go and buy it and it turns out that it's most definitely not worth the hype. So I've gathered some products that have been hyped all over the internet with my honest opinions.

Kat Von D Tattoo Liner - Trooper | £16

Is this the most hyped eyeliner ever? Yes probably. But it is actually amazing. Because of the applicator you can achieve that sharp wing with less effort and you can also get that precision for a super thin line over the top of your eye. The formula wears well and stays black (I've noticed that it does come off when you cry from laughing so just bare that in mind guys). I wear winged liner everyday and I haven't found anything as good as this. 

Worth the hype? Yes 

Anastasia Beverly Hills - Modern Renaissance Palette | £41

I've already reviewed this product so it shouldn't come as a shock that I'm completely obsessed with this still. The colours, pigmentation and formulas are amazing. Obviously it's completely worth the hype. 

Worth the hype? Yes

Nars Creamy Concealer | £23

This is probably the most hyped up concealer e v e r. Literally everyone on youtube raves about this so obviously I had to go and spend £23 on it - duh. Honestly though, it's a nice concealer but I question if it's worth such an expensive price tag. Don't get me wrong, it's a lovely concealer, it has a creamy (self explanatory there) consistency so it's really good for covering any spots or dark circles. I just feel like £23 is a lot for a concealer when I personally go through them so quickly. 

Worth the hype? Yes

Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kits | $29

A lot of people will have their opinions out on these already so you might have your mind made up. Although the colours are beautiful, I just find that the consistency is fine at first but when you go to reapply through out the day it crumbles on your lips (which is not attractive) and it's a shame because they look . I like applying a little bit of the product and then tapping it into the lips with my finger then applying lipsticks over the top so they have a bit more staying power. Sadly although the matte lipsticks are lovely the lip liners are so crumbly. I've found they have no staying power and don't sharpen well at all. 

Worth the hype?
Matte Liquid Lipstick - Yes
Lip liner - No

Kylie Metal Matte Lipstick - Heir | $18

This has literally been a game changer for me. I have been wearing it nearly every day since I got it. Unlike the lip kits it's just a nice formula which isn't drying or crumbly. It does come off throughout the day but because of the colour (which is a beautiful peachy/gold majesticness) it fades on your lips and doesn't look too obvious if that makes sense. So basically I'd say these ones are completely worth the hype! (But plz can there be a warehouse in the UK cause custom charges are just outrageous). 

Worth the hype? Yes

Charlotte Tilbury -  Filmstar Bronze & Glow | £49

If you use Instagram you'll have surely seen this product.  I mean it's £49 for a highlighter and bronzer. The bronzer is more of a contour but it's a nice formula and doesn't give you that muddy look. The highlight is lovely and again subtle, I've found it works best over the top of a cream highlighter though. This is worth the hype but maybe not worth the expensive price tag.

Worth the hype? No (just because of the eyewateringly expensive price)

Thank you for reading chickas! x

A Gift Guide for December Birthdays

The title should actually read 'a gift guide for those annoying December Birthdays' because yes everyone finds them annoying as they're so close to Christmas (my birthday included). But we didn't choose to be born in peak trade time, really you should blame our parents - I mean how rude, parents should really have this in consideration when trying to conceive. So anyway, I've put together a gift guide to help anyone stuck for ideas *cough cough wink wink*. 

Jouer Cosmetics Long-Wearing Lip Topper | Skinny Dip - £13.50 LINK

Charlotte Tilbury Dolce Vita Palette - £38 LINK 

Charlotte Tilbury Pressed Powder | Fair - £33 LINK 

Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat | Pillow Talk - £16 LINK 

Nars Laguna Bronzer - £28 LINK 

Nars Illuminator | Copacabana - £23 LINK

Nars Velvet Lipglide | Unlaced and Stripped - £22 LINK

Diptique Candle | Vanille - £42 LINK

Swarovski Iconic Swan Pierced Earring Jackets - £75 LINK

Pandora December Birthstone Ring - £40 LINK

Pandora Promise Ring - £95 LINK

Vivienne Westwood Orb Necklace - £95 - £65 

Kate Spade Minnie Mouse Card Holder - £55 LINK 

Hope this is helpful for anyone in need of some inspiration, thanks for reading chickas! x 

ps I'm size 52-54 on those ring sizes ;)