Topshop Blushes

 The Topshop blushes are one of the most popular makeup items from the entire Topshop range as a whole, the more I heard about them the more I wanted to try them and I ended up getting two of the colours that they have to offer.

 

First of all I absolutely adore the packaging of these blushes, they are white with black polka dots all over them. The polka dot pattern is the same as they have on their nail varnishes aswell, so it all seems to tie in together with the rest of the range.

 

I also love the size of these blushes, they are very compact and have a mirror in the lid which is a little bonus and something which everyone appreciates. If I am going on a trip or for a long weekend somewhere, I always take one or both of these blushes with me as they are so compact they are easy to carry around and you don't have to take another blush which comes in bigger packaging with you.

 

 

These are cream to powder formula blushes which means that when you first apply them they are a cream texture, then they dry down to a powder formula once they are on your cheeks. I always apply these with my fingers as I just find it easier that way, and as you can see I have used these quite a bit already.

 

I am not that keen on cream to powder formula blushes myself, and the only problem I have with these blushes is that they don't last long on my cheeks at all, which really annoys me as I just love everything else about these blushes. And it's not like I have oily skin either, I have very dry skin so you would think they would stay put for ages but they just don't unfortunately. They come in lovely bright colours and they have a good colour range and priced at £6.00 they are a great affordable price too.

 

The two colours that I have are (L-R)

 

Prime Time - A bright fushia pink

Head Over Heels - A coral orange

 

 

 

I just find myself thinking that I won't buy anymore of these blushes, purely because they just don't last on me at all, which is really gutting.

 

These two shades of blushes are not directly avaliable on the Topshop website at the moment, but they will more than likely return on there as they often go on and off the website i've noticed. If you want either of these colours I would suggest you check your nearest Topshop store, or keep an eye on the blush section of the Topshop website

here

 

 

Love

Amy

xxx

 

 

 

 

***DISCLAIMER***

All views/opinions are my own, products bought myself.

Topshop 'Suffuse' Nail Varnish

 

Topshop 'Suffuse' Nail Polish - £6.00

 

Topshop make-up really has come on leaps and bounds in the last few years, it's pretty rare for a fashion brand to create a make-up line and for it to do so well. But Topshop have indeed done that.

 

This Topshop nail varnish in Suffuse is a lovely rose gold sort of colour, I had been eyeing up this colour for at least a year and last year my sister got it for me for my birthday after i'd asked for it. I'm so glad i've got it, it's such a gorgeous colour!

 

It applied very well and was fully opaque in two coats, and it dried quickly too. It only started to chip on the edges after about a week of wearing it, which I think is pretty decent going for a nail varnish. The brush is decent aswell, so it gets a thumbs up from me.

 

The packaging of the Topshop nail varnishes is some of the best i've seen when it comes to nail varnish, very nice little bottles with very cute polka dot design on the top.

 

I literally cannot fault the nail varnishes at all, i'm impressed with the colour pay off, the longevity of the nail varnish itself and with how well it applied on my nails. Even the price tag of £6 is pretty decent too, they are £1 more expensive than the regular colours as i'm guessing because of the metallic finish, it's the same with the glitter nail varnishes that Topshop do.

 

I'd happily go back to Topshop and get some more of their nail varnishes, they have such a big colour range too. More so than all the other high street/drugstore stands in Boots or Superdrug for example.

 

Topshop currently have a 2 for £9 offer on on their nail varnishes so stock up now if you've got your eye on this or any of their other amazing colours.

 

They currently don't have the 'Suffuse' colour nail varnish on the Topshop website, but it's always like that on the website the nail varnishes come and go on there very frequently so don't worry it will more than likely come back on. You will almost definitely find it in the Topshop store though so head there first if you want to get your hands on this particular colour.

 

The link to the Nail Varnish section of the Topshop website

is here

 

 

Any questions/comments please leave below.

 

Love

Amy

xxx

 

 

***DISCLAIMER***

All views/opinions are my own,

product gifted to me for my birthday.

 



Topshop Lipstick 'Wicked' - Mac Rebel Dupe?

 

 

Topshop Lipstick 'Wicked' - £8.00

 

The Topshop make-up collection called The Dark Side of Nude was released last autumn/winter and I wasn't that particularly fussed on the collection itself. I'm not the biggest fan of the kind of gothic look that this collection provided, however this one lipstick did catch my eye, but just for one reason.

 

Before I came across this lipstick, the Mac lipstick Rebel was the hottest lipstick going, everyone was after it, and I must admit it is absolutely stunning and that was the colour I wanted, but I wanted a cheaper alternative.

 

On my hunt for a good dupe, I went to Mac and swatched Rebel and then went into Boots and tried all lipsticks that looked similar and nothing seemed to come close, I then went to Topshop and saw this and thought that is it. I've found it. It's the best dupe i've come across so far and I like it that much that I probably won't go out and get Rebel, considering I don't wear this all that often I can't justify spending extra money on colours that look very very similar.

 

 

Now you may have noticed the packaging is very different to the traditional white and spotty Topshop lipstick packaging. It's Matte black on the bottom half, with a spidery effect on the lid. I prefer the standard lipstick packaging if i'm honest, but for this particular colour and the name 'Wicked' it suits it well and it all just screams Halloween to me. It really is the perfect autumn lipstick.

 

 

As you can see from the swatch below, the colour of the lipstick bullet does not look anything like the swatch. It is a beautiful berry purple colour and is just gorgeous for autumn and winter. The formula is a bit more moisturising than the standard Topshop lipsticks, but still lasts absolutely ages and i've found that this lipstick leaves a stain as it is so dark. I apply this colour with a lip brush, otherwise I think it might be too intense for me, but that's just me, you may prefer to apply it directly onto the lips.

 

I did not hear much of a buzz about this colour in the blogging world, and I'm surprised considering so many people love Rebel and are probably looking for a good high street/drugstore dupe.

 

 

This was only released as a limited edition colour last year, but there is good news.

Topshop released this exact colour, still called 'Wicked', into their permenant line and now in their normal white packaging. So if you're interested in this colour then you can still pick it up. I really think this is a great dupe for Rebel and it is £7.00 cheaper than it too!

 

It is avaliable in Topshop stores, or you can order it online:

HERE

Any questions/comments please leave below.

 

Love

Amy

xxx

 

 

 

 

***DISCLAIMER***

All views/opinions are my own, product bought myself

Trend: Tartan

 

 

Since writing my post the other day about my Primark Tartan Scarf, i've been looking more into this trend that is popular for the autumn/winter 2013. There are many different things that you could get, both on the high street or online, if you want to bring some tartan fashion into your wardrobe.

 

I've found 5 different tartan items that would be great for this time of year.

 

 

1.) TOPSHOP

Moto Blue Check Leigh Jeans - £40.00

 

 

2.) ASOS

Glen Lossie Tartan Lambswool Scarf - £16.00

 

 

3.) NEW LOOK

Red Tartan Check Skater Skirt - £17.99

 

 

4.) CLAIRE'S

Oversized Tartan Bow Headband - £5.00

 

 

5.) NEW LOOK

Dark Red Tartan Check Tea Dress - £22.99

 

 

Any questions/comments please leave in the comments.

 

 

Love

Amy

xxx

 

 

 

***DISCLAIMER***

All views/opinions are my own.