Style inspirations Look book

 

 

Fashion is limitless. It can be enjoyed and shared by everyone - regardless of ethnicity, age, race, occupation or language. It can be interpreted in a different way to each individual and demonstrates endless possibilities with no set rules.

 

To some fashion is just a hobby or interest – something that is fun, enjoyable and makes us feel good. To others it can be a way of making a living or a whole lifestyle or career.  For me, fashion is a hobby and something I enjoy. I like seeing different designs and prints and discovering trends. I enjoy being creative, experimenting and finding alternative ways of wearing things - although admittedly I often tend to stick to what I know I like and am reluctant to try new things.

 

To me fashion is about finding what you like, playing around with it and most importantly - having fun.

 

 

With fashion weeks currently upon us and designers premiering their S/S collections I wanted to share a few of my fashion inspirations and women whose fashion sense I admire, whose style’s influence what I choose to wear and help me create my look.

 

 

Victoria Beckham

She always looks flawless. I love her own designs and she has the best handbag and shoe collection!

 

 

 

 

Jessica Alba

I love her playful style and admire her casual-cool day time outfits, but she sure knows how to rock a dress on the red carpet too.

 

Miranda Kerr

This lady can do no wrong and always looks immaculate. She is the true definition of a supermodel and wears skinny jeans soo well. Pure beauty.

 

 

Rosie Huntingdon Whitely

Another supermodel who truly represents the title. Rosie always looks amazing – especially on the red carpet – and one of her best accessories is her hot actor husband, where can I get one of those?

 

Eva Longoria

I LOVE Eva’s style – she always looks so cute and well dressed. My favourite looks are her daytime jeans and heels combos but in my opinion she could genuinely wear a bin bag and still look gorgeous.

 

 

 

Nicole Richie

She pulls off the grungy rocker chick look that I heart and has that cute laid back-LA vibe going on but also looks so glamorous when she dresses up.

Whose style do you admire? If you could have the wardrobe of any celebrity who would you choose?

Holly xx

 

 

Hollywood Hotties – My Top 5

We all love watching a good movie - even more so when there’s a bit of eye candy in it to make it more appealing! I thought I’d share my top 5 Hollywood hotties with you along with a few photos for good measure. It was a tough choice but hopefully you approve of my selection. Who is your favourite film crush? Is there anyone else you think deserved a place in the Top 5?

 

1^st Chad Michael Murray in ‘A Cinderella Story’

 

2^nd Jesse Metcalfe in ‘John Tucker Must Die’

 

3^rd Jake Gyllenhaal in ‘End of Watch’

 

 

4^th Zac Efron in ‘New Years Eve’

 

 

5^th Leonardo Di Caprio in ‘Django Unchained’

 

 

I Give It A Year

 

 

While I’m on the subject of movies, this week my best friend and I went to the cinema to watch the new Brit rom-com ‘I give it a year’. After reading the great reviews I was looking forward to watching this, although admittedly I don’t usually take notice of other people’s reviews before watching a film as I like have my own opinion and often find that my thoughts after watching the film are different to those of others. However this film did not disappoint! Right from the start I was laughing away and by the sounds of the other people in the cinema I was not the only one who found this film hilarious and very entertaining! I would definitely recommend watching it if you fancy some light hearted comedy. Also I would just like to add the outfits worn by lead actress Rose Byrne are amazing! She is totally my new style crush and looks stunning throughout the film. Has anyone else seen this or are you planning to? What did you think?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Holly xx

Sparkle!

 

Holly xx

Valentines lips

 

 

In my opinion one of the best premium beauty brands is Dior, especially for their lipsticks and glosses. My favourite red lippie is this Dior Addict lipstick in shade 865 ‘Collection’ £24 link. The packaging is clean and slick and looks luxe and expensive. The lipstick is a perfect combination of matte and gloss and glides on to the lips easily, it also stays on for a good amount of time so doesn’t require many re applications – even after eating and drinking. The stick is smooth and moisturising and doesn’t leave lips dry like many alternative lipsticks; It also has a pleasant, fruity smell which reminds me of strawberries.

 

 

Red is a classic lip colour and is always my go to shade when I want to add a touch of glamour and sophistication to my make-up. I chose to wear this lipstick today as I thought it was the appropriate colour for the occasion! What is your favourite red lipstick? Have you tried any Dior products?

 

 

Happy Valentines/Singles awareness day!

Holly xx

 

 

Pancake MONDAY

 

My delicious pancakes with nutella

 

OK so I know Pancake day is actually tomorrow (hence the name Shrove Tuesday) however my sister makes THE best pancakes and I can’t make them, and she is working late tomorrow night so she suggested having our pancake night tonight instead. I’m not too fussed either way as long as I get to eat yummy pancakes at least one night! I like mine with nutella or lemon and sugar YUM. How do you like yours?

 

 

Cooking in the pan

 

My sister's generous pile

 

Lent

This year I have decided to take part in Lent as I really wanted to give up something for 40 days and challenge myself to stick to it, after all it is part of the proper Easter tradition. I was struggling to think of what to give up as there isn’t really anything that I have lot of that is bad for me. The only things I could think of were tea and coffee, but I only have a few cups a day and I NEED my coffee in the morning ha! So I decided to give up chocolate as although I rarely eat it (I still have half of my Christmas stash left over) I do enjoy it and it’s something that isn’t exactly good for me, and it also means I will appreciate the chocolate I receive at Easter even more (hello Lindt gold bunnies!). I have persuaded my Mum and sister to take part too and my mum has chosen to give up pizza, this will be hard for her as she eats a lot believe me! and my sister will give up Indian Take-aways (ha ha) I know that seems strange but she orders these at least 2-3 times a month which I think is a lot, and by giving it up she will also save money. Are you giving anything up for Lent?

 

 Lindt gold bunny - my favourite!!

 

Holly xx

Benefit Ticket to glossytown Vs Lancome Juicy tubes

One of my favourite things in life is lip gloss. I am an official lip gloss lover/ hoarder/addict. My collection is ever growing and although I have my favourite go-to glosses that I tend to stick to and a good 50% of the ones I own are never used, I just cannot bring myself to part with them or stop myself buying more! (This is subject to change due to the whole financial/cutting back on my spending thing).

Two cosmetic brands I heart are Lancôme and Benefit, not just for their lip glosses but I like various products from both brands. I decided to compare lip gloss collections from each; so I chose Benefit’s ticket to glossytown mini gloss set and Lancôme’s Juicy tubes mini set.

 

The benefit lip glosses are the first that I have tried from the brand and I was not disappointed. The gloss is non-sticky and lasts a good few hours before re application is required. The colours are all different so you get a good selection and each gloss has a pleasant fruity watermelon smell. Before trying the purple I was a little hesitant as to how bright and pigmented it would be, however it is more of a clear gloss with a purple sheen, so it’s not too much but still looks nice. The size of each gloss is quite small so you don’t get much gloss in each tube - but on the plus side they fit nicely in your pocket or a clutch bag for a night out. I think the set would make a perfect gift for someone (or yourself) and they are also reasonably priced. Unfortunately this set is no longer available however you can purchase similar Benefit glosses from here.

 

 

 

I remember when Lancôme first launched their Juicy tubes glosses many years ago. I had a pink, glittery watermelon flavour tube and I remember it having quite a sticky texture and I didn’t like the fact that the tube didn’t have a wand for application like traditional glosses. However my secret Santa at work is obviously someone that knows me and my passion for lip gloss very well, and surprised me with a mini set of Juicy tubes. Best secret Santa gift ever! I love them. Each gloss is a different flavour and has a delicious, sweet, good-enough-to-eat smell. The glosses are not as sticky as I remember, although texture is slightly sticky, but the actual gloss is thick and almost creamy and glides on to the lips perfectly. They have a gorgeous glittery shimmer and also last a long time before you need to re-apply. The colours are also lovely and there is not one out of the four that I dislike, you also get a good amount of gloss in each tube - These are definitely my current favourite glosses.

 

 

 

Although the Juicy tubes are the more expensive set at £18.50, for me they win hands down and who can deny how cute and chic they look? Buy this set here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do you have a favourite lip gloss or brand? What glosses do you recommend?

Holly xx

Instagram - My year so far

I don’t use Instagram that often but this weekend I have spent some time looking through my photos and other Instagram profiles and there’s some amazing photos on there! I want to try and use it more. Here’s a selection of photos I have taken so far this year (Ok I know we have only just began February!) and there’s also some from the end of last year that I wanted to include. Follow me on Instagram @misshollyamber

Holly xx

Peanut butter M&M’s from America, a walk in the woods, cool sunset, skulls, OPI nail polish, Stud wedges.

 

Grandma and me, Very Berry fashion show, Cassie Tshirt, Style Birmingham, lunch for one, Catwalk.

 

Shopping, night out, The sister and I, bling, me, mum’s chocolate brownies YUM.

 

Halloween, lipglosses, Pizza at Prezzo, Zombie & Kitty on Halloween, Ruby and me, cat fancy dress.

 

Vogue on Coco Chanel, The best friend and me, seafood platter, Ruby Rose lips, me as a baba at Easter, my make-up.

 

New skincare purchases, Christmas tree, decorations, Jumper, wrapped presents, studded high tops and bag.

Shopping in Birmingham, presents under the tree, secret Santa gifts, stocking presents, me in a bar, my new jewellery tree.

 

Some of my gifts, Friends photo frame in my room, Ruby and I before going to the theatre, Premium beauty, OPI you only live once, Benefit ticket to Glossy town glosses.

 

Girls night out, new lipsticks, sweets, me and Annie, delicious chocolate cake, partying.

 

Zara shopper, Jeans and boots, I love OPI, cocktails, smile, Baby doll lipstick.

Night out with friends.

 

@misshollyamber