Let's Get Political: The EU Referendum From A 19 Year Olds Perspective (Day 149)

Now because I'm very behind on posts this is going to seem very out of order but I felt it was a post I really needed to write and put up tonight.

The EU referendum has been described as a historic decision, something that we will only be given once in our life time. If you live in the UK, there is no doubt you've heard the arguments of how leaving the EU would be a leap into the unknown but how staying in will leave the country with a diminished ability to create laws and stand independently. Now for me, my vote is my vote a and to be honest I really don't want to discuss the politics in this post. I will say though that I can see the pros and cons of both sides. I'm more concerened about what this means for me.

It's strange to think that by the time I wake up tomorrow morning, either way, my life will drastically change. In or out, changes will be implemented which are going to impact me. At 19 years old, I'm going to be a part of the generation that feels the immediate effects of this vote. This will effect all the big plans, hopes and dreams I have for my life in the next 5 to 10 years. This vote could alter my tuition fees and the quality of my teaching. It could completely destroy my graduate job prospects or it could make the great. It will influence how easy it will be for me to get a mortgage or a loan and it will affect my ability to travel throughout Europe. That's a lot of my life that hinges on one cross in a box. 

It wouldn't be so bad if I wasn't from a generation that has already faced it's fair share of struggles. We've seen the recession hit our families and experienced the lack of jobs. We pay  the most any UK citizen has ever paid just to get a higher education because without it our job prospects are ridiculously slim. My generation won't move out of their parents until they're 30 because they simply can't afford it and the chances are we will be working until we reach our graves because there will be no pensions left for us. However, it's more than the finical hardships. I'm from a generation where passing the exam is more important than the love of the subject, where junk food costs more than healthy food and where people who don't work get paid more than the people who do. Let's face it, it's pretty screwed up.

So yes, tomorrow morning, either way, my life will be different. The course I'm on will drastically shift and life is going to be pretty chaotic. However at 19 years old, my life has already be changed and altered for the worst by the decisions of those in charge. The future terrifies me but do you know what, that's okay. Despite the outcome tomorrow, my generation, the people who will be the most effected by this decision, will cope. We will hold our heads high and we will struggle through life, just as we have always done.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Disney Flip- Flops (Day 148)

No holiday packing list would be complete without some Disney flip- flops.

Over the years, Primark have introduced some really cute character flip- flops but this year's range is definitely the best. They are so cute that I have ended up with two pairs. Well for £2.50 each, I really couldn't say no.

The first pair I bought were these Little Mermaid ones. The Little Mermaid is up there with my favourite Disney films so I was very excited to find these. They have the quote 'Mermaids Have More Fun' on them. The quote is accompanied by a print of Ariel combing her hair in a sea of flowers. They are a dark, navy blue colour with a gold, foil print strap. They are so cute.

The second pair I have got is these Jungle Book ones. They are white with a white sparkly strap and Jungle leaves printed all over them. The right flip flop has Mowgli and Baloo on it whereas the left has Hathi Jr, Shere Khan and Kaa on it. They are so bright and colourful. They are going to be great for around the pool.

I do love Primark for Disney things.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Cupshe Review (Day 147)

I gave into temptation and lived life on the edge.

I ordered from a website based in China! I know, my life isn't that adventurous but I feel like this was a big thing for me. I'm always sceptical of retailers that I am not familiar with and those that are not based in this country. I'm always scared that buying from retailers not based here may lead to problems with sizing or returns etc. Therefore when I ordered from a website called Cupshe I was incredibly sceptical. As I was unsure I didn't order as much as I wanted to but now I really wish I did. I ordered three items and received them all within 2 weeks of placing the order. The items are all excellent quality and fit pretty well. I'm seriously very impressed. 

The first thing I ordered was the Cupshe Dream State Tropical Tank Bikini Set for £13.08. I really love it. The bottoms are high waisted which was what I was looking for and the top is a lot more conservative than a lot of bikini tops which I really like. I think the colours and patterns on this are so fun and the zip on the top is the perfect little accent. I will say that the cups in the bikini top feel very loose and are definitely not fixed into place, however it is definitely not a massive problem, it might just take a little adjusting!

The second item I ordered was again a piece of swimwear. This time I ordered the Cupshe W&B Floral Rose Halter Bikini which was again priced at £13.08. This one was completely out of my comfort zone but I absolutely loved the monochrome look. It has a halter neck and a tie around the back to keep the top up. It again has padding in the top which, like the first one, is a little loose but is fine. I do worry about the top not quite being big enough around my breasts. It does fit and cover them but I feel like I could pop out at any minute. I'm just going to have to be careful in it.

The final thing I ordered was the Cupshe Light as a Feather Leaves Matching Set, which was again £13.08. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. I didn't think it would be my favourite but it definitely was. It is a beautiful, almost silky material that is so light and hangs beautifully. I absolutely love the pattern and the fit. The shorts are a little big but are nothing to worry about. I wore this the other day and got so many compliments. I just know I will wear this until it's death.

I think Cupshe may be my new obsession.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Father's Day Gift Ideas (Day 146)

Father's day is quickly approaching and my Dad is super difficult to get anything for!

My Dad doesn't like sport, doesn't eat chocolate and has very few hobbies and interests so buying him something is a serious struggle. I eventually settled on a cookbook for my Dad as he does enjoy cooking. My Dad loves the Hairy Bikers! Now if you don't know who they are, they are basically two northerners with beards who can cook and ride motorbikes (I know right, British Television). Now I had no idea how many books they have released until I looked on amazon. I settled on the Asian Adventure Book and I'm really hoping my Dad will love it.

Happy Fathers Day Dad, I love you!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Disney Lover Gift Idea (Day 145)

It was my Mum's birthday recently and the thing she asked for was and apron. AN APRON! Of course my Mum would want the most practical birthday present, so I thought I would try and make it fun.

That's when I found this apron on amazon. That's right it's a Mickey Mouse apron. It is honestly the cutest thing ever. It's Mickey Mouse's body in his vintage outfit and the idea is that the wearers head kind of acts as Mickey's head. The apron is amazing quality and fits my Mum really well. Even the packaging is cute. It's so vintage and lovely, my Mum has already said she is keeping the tube. For only £10 on amazon, this makes the perfect present for any Disney lover that loves to spend time in the kitchen.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay 'Time' Colours (Day 144)

This post follows on from the last few post. You can read them here, here, here, here and here.

The final collection of colours that are in the Urban Decay Alice in Wonderland palette are the 'Time' collection. 'Time' are perhaps the best colours for a night out. They would be great for creating the perfect party colours.

The first colour is 'Time'. 'Time' is a charcoal grey colour that has a slight shimmer to it. It is a very dark colour that will make for a great smokey eye. The next colour is perhaps my favourite in the entire palette. It is 'Dream on' which is a very shimmery silver colour. I can't even tell you all how much glitter is in this colour, the picture does not do it justice. It is honestly the most amazing colour. 'Chronosphere' is a shimmery brown. It almost has a bronzey, gold under tone to it. It is the most neutral of the 'Time' colours and definitely the most wearable. The final colour is 'Mirror' which is a grey colour. It is slightly shimmery and is definitely something that is wearable. It is again, the perfect colour for a smokey eye.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay 'Iracebeth' Colours (Day 143)

This post follows on from the previous few days. You can read them here, here, here and here.

The Iracebeth colours are some of the most vibrant in the palette. Although not quite at the level of the Mad Hatter colours, they are very colourful and are going to be some of the hardest to wear.

The first colour for this character is 'Heads Will Roll'. 'Heads Will Roll' is a turquoise/ teal kind of color that has a slight shimmer. This colour scares me a little as blue is always a very difficult colour to wear so this is going to take some practice before I get it right. 'Bandersnatch' is a matte petrol blue colour that is quite dark. I feel like this with the 'Heads Will Roll' colour would make for a really unique look. Next is 'Salazen Grum'. This colour is an almost red, shimmery colour that is definitely one of the most natural of the 'Iracebeth' colours. Finally, 'Royal Flush' is the most perfect shimmery nudish white colour. This is alot like 'Lily' from the 'Mirana' colours but is much more shimmery.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay 'Mirana' Colours (Day 142)

If you haven't read the previous posts that this follows on from, you can read them here, here and here.

The 'Mirana' colours are probably the most neutral, most wearable in day to day life and they are definitely the colours I work into my daily routine. I really love how there are more neutral colours to contrast the very vibrant colours that are also in the palette.

The first colour, 'Lily' is a very pale, white colour with a slight shimmer. It is a great colour for using as a base or using in the corners of the eye. 'Duchess' is a slightly burnt orange colour with a shimmer. Again it is a super easy colour to work into everyday and perfect for working a copper eye. 'Kingdom' is a very neutral shimmery brown. It is a colour you could work anytime, anywhere. Finally, 'Chessboard' is a matte brown that completes the collection. It is a very rich brown and the perfect everyday shade.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay 'Mad Hatter' Colours (Day 141)

If you have not read the last two posts: read them here and here. This might make more sense then.

The 'Mad Hatter' colours are some of the most vibrant in the entire palate and are so true to the character of the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland. The Mad Hatter is such an eccentric, lively, colourful character in the films and these eye shadows represent him perfectly. 

The first colour, 'Hatter' is a shimmery, vibrant green. It is very in your face and just demands attention. It really is gorgeous. Honestly, I have no idea how I will ever wear this but I know I can make it work. The second colour is 'Gone Mad'. 'Gone Mad' is much darker colour than the others and would look great in a smokey eye look. It's a dark, chocolatey brown with a slight shimmer to it. The next colour, 'Paradox', goes back to the brighter side of the Mad Hatters colours. It's an incredibly glittery orange and makes for a very vibrant make up look. The final colour' Cake' is again very Mad Hatter- esque colour and it honestly looks like something he would wear. It's a very pretty, bright pink, glittery colour that is again very fun and I feel like when I work out how to wear it, it will look stunning.

I feel like I could definitely attend the Tea Party with these colours.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay 'Alice' Colours (Day 140)

After yesterday's post about the packaging of the new Alice in Wonderland Urban Decay Palette (which you can read here) I had to follow up about the colours in the palette. There are 5 sets of colours in the palette, each named after a different Alice in Wonderland colour. I thought I'd break them up into different posts so they all get the recognition they deserve.

The Alice colours are made up of 'Looking Glass', 'Reflection, Dormouse' and 'Metamorphosis'. 'Looking Glass' is a beautiful nude, peachy pink The matte shade makes for a beautiful base when creating and eye look. Then there is 'Reflection'. Reflection is a more of a matte orange toned shadow, It's super easy to wear on a daily basis and again makes a good base colour. 'Dormouse' is perhaps one of my favourite shadows in the whole palette. It's a shimmery, natural brown colour and is perfect for dressing up or down. The final colour in the 'Alice' collection is 'Metamorphosis'. This is one of the scariest colours to wear as it is a very vibrant, very blue, very shimmery colour. I haven't found a way to wear this yet but I'm determined to use it at some point. 

I really do love this palette.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Urban Decay Alice in Wonderland Palette (Day 139)

There is nothing more exciting than when makeup does Disney! When Urban Decay announced that they were going to make their Alice In Wonderland Eyeshadow Palette available in the UK, I knew I had to get one.

Alice in Wonderland is one of my favourites and I loved the first live action film. When I heard about this palette I couldn't contain my excitement. I love the packaging of this product, it perfectly represents Alice Through the Looking Glass. The psychedelic colours and patterns on the outside make the product so beautiful and fun. 

One of my favourite things about the packaging of the product is the quotes from Alice all over the product. Firstly, the one on the mirror reads 'We're all mad here'. The one on the draw reads 'I knew who I was when I got up this morning? but I must have changed several times since then'. Then the one on the butterfly flaps reads 'I'm not strange, weird, off, nor crazy, my reality is just different from yours'. This is perhaps my favourite quote as it really fits with the colours of the eye shadows. The bright and vibrant pinks and greens make this makeup different and anyone wearing it could be deemed crazy but that's okay. Everyone is different and that is more than okay.

I think the best thing about the packaging has to be the hidden butterfly. Under the flaps is this big pop out butterfly which just adds to the ethereal nature of the product. It just seems so wrapped in fantasy and dreams, I love it. 

So that's the packaging. This post is getting really long so I thought I would do another post about the actual eye shadows.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Teapigs Selection box (Day 138)

Thinking of gifts for my Mum is tricky so part of me dreads when she has a birthday coming up. However she has been really, really into flavoured tea so I thought I would check out the Teapigs website.

I'm so glad I did as I found the perfect gift. As I wasn't sure what she would like, I didn't want to get her one of the pre- packed gift sets. So when I saw the pick n' mix sample pack I was super happy. It gives you the chance to pick 12 different teas to sample and try for £13.99.

The box the tea came in.

The delivery was really fast and the packaging was great. Each tea flavour comes individually packaged with two tea bags in each. The parcel even included some free samples which I thought was a really sweet touch.

The teas in the box looked so cute.

Some of the teas.

I will definitely be buying these again. It makes the perfect gift for any tea lover.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Disney Photo Album (Day 137)

I think photos and memories are one of the best gifts you can give a friend. I would much rather have a heartfelt gift than something someone has brought just because they feel like they must get you something. So when it came to my best friends birthday I wanted to do something special.

Disneyland Paris is one of the best experiences I've had in my life and I wanted a way to give her something to remember it by. I was going to make a scrapbook of some of my favourite photos from the trip as both of us said we were going to make albums of the trip but I remembered how much I hate scrapbooking! All that cutting and sticking, I hate it! That's why when I was in Paperchase looking for a nice way to present the photos I decided on a self- adhesive album. I then got some polaroid style photos printed from photobox and some images from pinterest and google and assembled the easiest scrapbook of my life.

Just some of the Polaroid pictures I got from here

The photo album I got from here

The pages were easy enough to create. I just grouped some of my photos and put some of the images I downloaded with them. I planned my pages, peeled back the covering and stuck it all down, simple as that!

I just used a quote from pinterest on the first
page of the photo album.

I made a collage using picmonkey for the second
page.

I created a Minnie Mouse page with two of my
favourite parade photos.

I also wanted to do a Rapunzel page as she is
one of our favourite princesses.

So there are just a couple of the pages I created for the photo album. I really liked using online images next to my own photos, I think it just gives it a really cute twist. 

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx