Nicole Scherzinger's Range at Misguided

So as many of you have probably heard, Misguided have recently teamed up with Nicole Scherzinger to create a new line *squeals with excitement*! Affordable fashion paired with the sexiest woman on the planet?! Yes please! Although I am pretty skint at the moment, I could not help but make a little wish list of my favourite items!

Panelled Crop Top in Cobalt Blue - I love this crop and the skirt too! It makes a statement but is really classy at the same time. 

Faux Leather Crop Top in White - This top is so nice, I'd probably pair it with a black bodycon skirt though, not sure I could pull off those trousers!

Cut Out Bodycon Midi Dress - This dress would be perfect for a nice meal or a night out. You can't go wrong with an LBD.

Double Layer Mini Dress - I would definitely wear this dress on a night out, I love the double layer effect.

Colour Block Bodycon Mini Dress in Cobalt Blue - I love this dress in both the black and blue. I think these are my favourite from the collection, but I can't decide which I like best!

Monochrome Colour Block Bodycon Mini Dress

I love how there are so many classy bodycons in this new line, I adore bodycons but they are often too pricey for me so it's great to see a more affordable range. These outfits really do scream sexy but classy and that's what I love about them. Apparently a lot of the collection has already sold out, and more will be launching soon, so I'm going to keep my eye out!

What are your favourite pieces from Nicole's collection?

Yacon Syrup Review*

I am the first to admit that I have a major sweet tooth, and I often crave sugary cereal in the morning (not good!) But to try and tackle this problem I often invest in natural syrups and sweeteners to add to my muesli, to give it that sweet tasting kick without actually consuming sugar!

I was recently sent Pure Yacon Syrup to try out. Syrup probably doesn't sound very exciting, but I was actually really looking forward to trying it!
The claim:

• Pure yacon syrup assists in weight loss and slimming waist sizes, regulating blood sugar, and increasing daily fiber intake

• The syrup, distilled from the Peruvian tuber yacon -- contains up to 50 percent fructooligosacharides, or FOS. FOS, classified as a prebiotic, is a non-caloric sweetener and also a fiber source.

• According to a 2009 Scientific study, daily intake of yacon syrup produced a significant decrease in body weight, waist circumference and body mass index.

• Yacon syrup Speeds up the metabolism to combat excess fat and regulates the hunger hormone, making you feel full longer.

• Low-Glycemic Sweetener

I didn't realise at first that this product is meant to aid weight loss too! I haven't kept track of my weight during the last couple of months so I can't comment on this, but even using this product instead of sugar should help you lose weight as it is a healthy alternative. It will also stop you getting the dreaded sugar crash and should help maintain blood sugar levels. I always tend to lean towards products that speed up your metabolism too, which this product claims to do! But after reading through the reviews it does seem that it helps aid weight loss. (Remember there is no miracle cure! Use this product alongside healthy eating for best results). 

In terms of how I use it, I like to pour some over my cereal in the morning, or it's nice with greek yoghurt too. It looks like chocolate sauce which is a bonus! I would also use this product when baking instead of syrup or honey. Here is a recipe for super easy healthy brownies that Yacon syrup would work well in. I've also seen that people like to add it to their coffee instead of sugar!

Taste wise, it's really yummy! It just tastes like ordinary syrup to be honest, in fact I'm so surprised that it's all natural because it tastes so good. The only think I dislike about this product is the bottle, it just tends to get a bit messy when pouring it out! I'd prefer a squeezy bottle but this may not be possible because of the consistency. Also this product is a bit pricey at $26.99, as much as I love it I don't think I could justify spending that much (but I am a poor student)!

I don't think this product is available to buy in the UK yet, however for you American readers, it's available here on Amazon.

Lush Bubblegum Lip Scrub Review

Happy Monday Everyone! Monday is a strange day for me, I usually have uni Tuesday - Friday and then I work Friday - Sunday so Monday actually is my weekend! However don't get jealous too fast, today I'm spending it finalising my dissertation, and I got up at 7.30 so didn't even get a lay in! But I decided I'm way behind on posting so thought I'd give myself a quick break to post this review :).

This is probably a way over reviewed product, however I had to jump on the bandwagon and try it for myself! 

The claim:
"Let your lips do the talking with a fresh start: the sugar crystals and moisturising jojoba oil in Bubblegum are a sweet treat for the lips.
A gentle exfoliator to prime and refine your lips and leave them tasting divine."

Now I don't use this product that often, who has time to exfoliate their lips daily?! However when my lips are feeling a bit dry, or I'm wanting to wear a bold lip, this product is perfect. Nothing ruins a bold lip like chapped and flakey lips! Just rub a bit of the lip scrub onto them, I then like to run warm water over my muslin cloth and then use this to wipe it off, it adds a bit of extra exfoliating power! Or if your not doing your makeup, just add a bit of lip balm for super soft lips! 

I won't lie, I could live without this product. You could get just as good results by running a flannel under warm water and gently rubbing your lips with it. However, it does feel like a nice little luxury touch to my usually lip routine, plus the fact it smells divine! However if you are tight for pennies I think you could whip up your own with a little olive oil and sugar, but you would have to live without the amazing smell! 

You can buy Lush's Bubblegum Lip Scrub here for £5.50.

Hope you all have a nice week! 

Have any of you tried Lush's lip scrubs? 

FOTD: Brunette in Blue

Today I fancied making an effort with my hair for once. I feel I've been so lazy with it lately! Although my hair is thanking me for the break it's had from styling tools.. I curled it using GHDS and sprayed it with Pantene Volume and Body Mark 5 (although next time I'm going down a mark as this makes my hair a bit crispy!) I then tried the plaits that Zoella featured in her video for something a little different.

For my makeup I used:
Collection 2000 Concealer in shade 2 (light)
MAC Pressed Blot Powder in medium
AVON Deep Glow Bronzing Powder
Rimmel London Powder Blush in Winter Glow
Urban Decay Brow Box in Brown Sugar
Urban Decay Naked 3 palette
Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Sellout
Maybelline Eye Studio Gel Liner in Black
Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara
Maybelline The Falsies Mascara
Nivea Essential Care Lip Salve
Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Liner in Sweet Pink
Bourjois lipstick in 10 Beige (think this was discontinued, I stock piled it years ago!)

Face:

Revlon Colorstay Foundation for combination/oily skin

Eyes:

Lips:

Outfit:

Jumper - New Look

Necklace - Tiffany 

This is only my second post so far in March (oops!) But my dissertation is due in March so I'm working my butt off at the moment on that! Hope you're all okay! 

Liebster Award

Hello Lovelies!

Thanks to my friend Shannon over at Life In The Fashion Lane who recently nominated me for the Liebster Award! 

I've been nominated a few times for this if I'm honest, but never really known what it is so didn't bother. But this time I looked it up, and it's basically an award given to other bloggers, designed to promote bloggers via a chain letter type of effect. 

Apparently I write 11 facts about myself, answer the 11 questions Shannon gave me, then write 11 of my own and nominate 4 other bloggers. If nothing else, the award is a good way of getting to know each other! :)

Facts about me:

1. I overthink everything.
2. I currently live in a student flat with two other girls.
3. I'll be spending 3 months in America this summer.
4. I'm a chocoholic (working on it..)
5. I've given up all things chocolate along with biscuits for Lent!
6. I've been this height (5'6.5) since I was 11!
7. I've worked in retail since I was 17.
8. I'd love to write a book one day.
9. I adore blogging, even if no one reads what I write.
10. My biggest pet peeve is people walking slow in front of me.
11. I love alone time, being around people for too long exhausts me. 

Shannon's questions:

1. What's your holy grail product?
Nivea Lip Balm (boring I know!)

2. What is your go to blog for beauty?
ViviannaDoesMakeup

3. What is your favourite clothing brand?
New Look - I can't afford anything expensive at the moment!

4. What is your favourite colour?
I've never known this - it changes! Black because it goes with everything and is so classic, but I'm loving mint green at the moment too.

5. Eyeliner or lipstick?
Eyeliner

6. What's your beauty secret?
It's not really a secret but filling in your brows well! Brows can literally make or break your look. 

7. What's your regret clothing buy?
A faux fur leopard print coat I bought the other year, every time I go to wear it I convince myself I look like a prostitute and put it back..

8. Where would you like to travel if you could go anywhere?
America! But I'm going there so Thailand is next on my list!

9. Do you have pets?
One cat, she's 11 and blind bless!

10. What's your dream job?
To be the next JK Rowling please! Not that this would ever happen!

11. What site do you look for clothes on most?
ASOS!

My questions:

1. Why did you start blogging?
2. What is your current favourite item of clothing?
3. Favourite skincare brand?
4. What is your current occupation?
5. Disney or Harry Potter?
6. If you had to dye your hair a colour other than natural colours such as blonde, red etc what would you choose?
7. False eyelashes or extensions?
8. If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be?
9. If you could only watch one programme for the rest of your life, what would you choose?
10. One rule you live your life by?
11. Your favourite food?

My nominations:

Daisydaisyxxo

Dress It Up

Be The Chic

It's a Bug's Life

Your turn ladies! Leave me a link if you fill it out! :) xx