In the Frow

May 23, 2013

Flying the Flag OOTD

Thea Washed Out Crop Top // iKrush
Union Jack Leggings // Black Milk Clothing
Blue Sandals // Zara
Neon Trim Beige Fedora // Topshop
Silver Watch // Nixon

Yet another pair of Black Milk Leggings I am yet to debut on my blog. But here they are, one of my earlier BM indulgences, the Union Jack leggings. Super vibrant and probably something that not many would dare to wear, but I love them nonetheless. This cute burgundy crop from iKrush is a tie dye style washed out turtle neck crop... try saying that fast. I dont actually own anything in this shape and I really like it. The beige fedora you might think looks very much like my navy fedora, and thats because its the same hat and I bought it again in another colour. I know, I know, don't sue me, I had to. But again I adore this hat and the beige was too cute not to miss. Some days its nice not to wear an ounce of black isn't it.

V x

May 22, 2013

Organic Surge Citrus Mint Shower Gel

(Organic Surge Citrus Mint Shower Gel - £4.07*)

A great change from the normal bathroom scents is this shower gel from Organic Surge. I recently tried their lemon meringue scented lotion and loved it, so I am enjoying their penchant for all things bright and fruity. The smell of this is not too minty or lemony as I was afraid of, but a subtle blend of the two. I must admit it has an almost aloe scent, the kind that gets up my nose and makes it tingle uncomfortably, yet if my nose escapes this, I actually really like it. It lathers up really really well, better actually than a few shower products I have used recently, so a little goes a long way. It is bright and fresh, minty with a burst of citrus lemons and probably something that would give you a fantastic wake up call in the morning. I think if you're suffering from a cold, the aloe type scents in this could really help to clear your head a bit too. Don't quote me on this, but it was just a thought. I am really hoping that Organic Surge make something with strawberries because I think it could possibly be my new favourite thing.

V x

May 21, 2013

Selfridges Summer Beauty Box

(Selfridges Summer Beauty Box - £25*)

Beauty boxes really are one of the best ways to learn about new products. I have found so many hidden gems inside various beauty boxes, so I am always excited when it comes to peering inside a new box. However, this is by far the best beauty box I have ever come across. With nine products rather than the usual 5 and all in usable sample or full size bottles, the value of the box is amazing. The box costs £25 but holds £70 worth of beauty gifts.

Most exciting for me is the Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray which I have been dying to try for months. This mini version will be perfect for me to take away on my travels for easy, tousled waves. There is also a 30ml Caudalie Beauty Elixir which will replace the one that I already own which is running out. Perfect. The St Tropez Face Lotion will be perfect for the days I want to add a glow to my cheeks without having to pile on the makeup and the Lancaster Beauty Tan Maximizer will again be amazing for my holiday as a soothing moisturiser with tanning benefits. There is also a full sized matte Models Own polish in Bubblegum and a Molten Brown Bath and Shower gel in Templetree which smells divine. The Erborian BB creme is unfortunately far too dark for my skin but I may try to blend it with some light foundations or tinted moisturisers so I can see how amazing it is apparently meant to be. There are some gorgeous hair clips from Jane Tran that remind me of when I was obsessed with clips at the age of 9 and finally a full size Aqua Splash Tangle Teezer for use in the shower. Now that is a beauty box.

All of the products are varied and items that anyone could make use of. It is the perfect holiday essentials kit with tanning products, hair care, makeup, moisturisers and face spritz's all in travel sized bottles. For £25 this is a total steal and I would recommend you hurry if you want to get your hands on it first. There is limited stock and they will sell out like hot cakes. I for one will be keeping my eye out for the next beauty box they bring out.

V x

Orange Aztec OOTD

Klara Utility Jacket // c/o Missguided
Basic Crop Tank Top // Topshop
Orange Mini Shopper Bag // Zara
Black Disco Pants // Ark Clothing
Link Necklace // Forever 21
Nails Westend Wonderland // Butter London

Say hello to two of my new favourite things. First of all the Klara jacket from Missguided. Covered in gold buttons and zip details with small gold skulls for pocket buttons, it has fast become my favourite jacket. I love aztec prints and this one finishes off the khaki green perfectly. I absolutely love it. Then we have the Zara Mini Shopper which I know a lot of ladies have been loving recently. I had to get my hands on it, for less than £25, why wouldn't I? I love it so much that I have actually swapped it in place of my Mulberry and that is saying something. This little grey cropped tank is perfect for summer and my ever approaching road trip to America, so I also bought this in white to go with shorts most days. Finished with a few accessories and the beautiful gold sparkle of the Butter London polish, I was off to a Manchester Bloggers event. Hope you like!

V x

May 20, 2013

Balance Me Rose Otto Hand Cream

(Balance Me Rose Otto Hand Cream - £14.50*)

A few months ago now I came across a sample of a small rose hand cream by L'Occitane in an airport. I looked around the airport shop for about 30 minutes trying to find the full size version of the sample only to be left disappointed when there was only the sample size left. Ever since then, I have been on the hunt for a rose scented hand cream. And now, I think I have finally found the one. I use hand creams every night before bed and sometimes during the day if my hands are really dry and the weather is awful. This particular cream has a beautiful rose scent that is not overly floral yet quite light and subtle. It uses rose essential oils and rose otto to really moisturise and rehydrate your skin and it is great for sensitive skin types. It works into the skin nicely and doesnt leave your skin feeling sticky. I work about a pea size amount into my hands and down my wrists. After usage and overnight, my hands feel really soft and smooth and the areas of dry skin relieved. I do not have really dry skin though, so I could not comment on what this is like for eczema conditions for instance, but for anyone with just slightly dry knuckles or palms, this works a treat. If you're like me and love hand creams in rose scents, this might be a luxury you would love also.

Can anyone recommend any other rose scented hand creams to me?

V x