New MAC Lipstick

A bit of an indulgent post today!

I've started doing my Christmas shopping, mainly due to the fact that I don't want to dragging myself around the shops in December in the horrific present buying crowds! I thought I would start nice and early and then get the pressies brought bit by bit...much more civilised than rushing around the shops last minute!

Anyway, I was on my lunch break and hitting the shops in Carnaby Street, when I passed MAC. Now, I never normally buy myself products from MAC - instead I always ask for products for my birthday or Christmas, as yes, it is expensive, but it is worth it, and I can't really justify buying myself a £15 lipstick or £18 eyeshadow on a regular basis.

Today however, I really had the urge to treat myself to a new lipstick - especially as I'm not really buying myself clothes at the moment, due to my ever expanding belly! I've been really drawn to purple tone lipsticks recently, both light and dark. I've never really thought about choosing this tone before, but I think it actually really suits my pale skin/dark features. Red always looks to strong, so I normally go for more natural browns/browny reds/browny pinks, but about a month ago, I decided to try purple - looked weird in the packaging but fab on!

So, I chose a really gorgeous purple tone from the MAC Amplified Creme lipstick collection called Up The Amp at £14. It's the perfect colour - soft enough to wear during the day but dramatic enough for night time glam. I also love the creamy formula, which leaves my lips feeling really moisturised.

What do you think of purple tone lipsticks? Have you ever tried them out yourself? Enjoy x

Beth Ditto Collaborates with MAC

I just cannot get enough of make-up collaborations at the moment. I love it when brands collaborate with aspirational stars and create a line which reflects the star's personality and look. I especially love how brands are working with stars who are a bit different, and have their own unique look.

The latest notable collaboration is with my favourite MAC and plus size beauty Beth Ditto! Betcha didn't see that coming!

MAC signed up The Gossip singer to work on a range that will be available globally in June of this year! Eeek!!

The deal was revealed last night as Ditto attended the Gala Sidaction Diner de la Mode in Paris, after being spotted at Haute Couture Fashion week, where she watched Jean Paul Gaultier’s show pay tribute to another iconic modern singer, with his Amy Winehouse inspired looks.

Very little has been revealed about Ditto’s range yet but from what we've seen of MAC's celeb collaborations, we can be sure to expect the unexpected...along with glitter, sparkle and a hell of a lot of confidence!

Can't wait to check out the collection? Here's a little preview of what we have to look forward to. Enjoy x

Must Have...Gareth Pugh for MAC!

Wow…MAC really are an amazing brand. They have collaborated with some of the coolest, most fashion forward icons of our time…Lady Gaga..Miss Piggy, hello! Well, they have kind of out done themselves with this latest collaboration.

Fashion favourite Gareth Pugh, whose designs are goth/grunge/fabulous, is the latest fashion darling to create a collection for the must have make-up brand.

Now, this collection is not for the faint hearted. For those familiar with Gareth Pugh, you will know that he likes to create slightly out-there pieces, which may not be everybody’s cup of tea…but I sure love them…after that giant knitted scarf a few seasons ago, I was hooked. The make-up and hair in his shows always reflects this avant garde nature, and the MAC collection is no exception!

The range carries everything from dark purple lipstick, sharp, geometric eyelashes (amazing) and a black PVC make-up case. It’s dark, grunge and seriously glamorous, and MAC have described it as: “futuristic yet primal.” The rest of the collection consists of goth shades of eye shadows, silver nail varnish, and black eyeliner (natch).

I cannot wait to get my hands on the whole collection. What do you think? Will you be injecting some gothic glam style into your look? Enjoy x

Miss Piggy for MAC!

Sorry for my absence, it's been my birthday and I've had a wedding, so the last few days have been a bit crazy!

Anyway, I am back with some exciting news! One of my favourite make up brands, MAC, have announced another amazing collaboration, with an iconic style diva. The Muppet's very own gorgeous Miss Piggy (who doesn't love that pink piggy) is the latest collaborator with this fab make up brand.

Now Miss Piggy is having a bit of a fashion moment, and so it is only appropriate that this piggy diva gets her own make up line. The collection includes liquid black eyeliner and false eyelashes, to help you get her "kermy" eyes, and a gorgeous hot pink eyeshadow.

The collection is out in November, so make sure you add it to your beauty collection! I know I will be. Enjoy x