Hallowe'en!

Heya :) Yet again I've been delayed writing this update. But however better late then never right? Hope ye all are doing ok and had a fun, safe Hallowe'en. I had a great Hallowe'en weekend. My good friends Lisa and Ray came to visit for the weekend. They arrived down to Athlone Saturday evening, so we decided to go out that night to see everyone dressed up. As Hallowe'en was on a Sunday we thought not many people would be out that night due to work on Monday so we went out Saturday night. So anyway when they got here we had dinner and started to get ready! Lisa dressed up as a Zombie Nurse, Ray dressed up as "Party Poison" Gerard Way's alter killjoy ego, my other friend Mairead called over too and dressed up as a Zombie Air-Hostess, and I dressed up as one of the Military Zombie dancers from Marilyn Manson's video for mOBSCENE. As I'm a make up artist and LOVE doing other people's make up, I done Ray's and Lisa's. So when we were ready we took some pictures of each other, had a few drinks and headed into town.

Mairead, Me, Ray and Lisa.

So when we went into town we headed to some bar, before hitting the nightclub. As we were in Athlone, we got STARED OUT OF IT. We were asked could people pose for pictures with us. We were told we looked to scary for Hallowe'en. From what I can remember Hallowe'en is....

"Halloween (or Hallowe'en) is an annual holiday observed on October 31, primarily in Ireland, Scotland, Canada and the United States. It has roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain and the Christian holiday All Saints' Day, but is today largely a secular celebration. Common Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, wearing costumes (NON-SLUTTY)  and attending costume parties, carving jack-o'-lanterns, ghost tours, bonfires, apple bobbing, visiting haunted attractions, committing pranks, telling ghost stories or other frightening tales, and watching horror films. Hallowe'en costumes are traditionally modeled after supernatural figures such as monsters, ghosts, skeletons, witches, and devils."

But anyway we had a great night, drinking shots and dancing the night away to spooky music.

My version of a Military Zombie dancer from Marilyn Manson's video for mOBSCENE.

Lisa our GORE-ous Nurse

Party Poison

Mairead our GORE-ous Air Hostess

So Sunday... HALLOWE'EN!!!! ^__^ It's finally here! My Favourite day of the year! :D And were about to do it all again. After a good long sleep I cooked dinner, well breakfast for us and got ready for round 2. We headed to the shop to get more mixers and got ready as kids were starting to go Trick or Treating pretty early. We handed out all the goodies, had some drink and headed to the lighting of the Bonfire!

 Picture Credit : Ray Keogh Photography

So because the fireworks display at the bonfire were getting a lil out of hand we decided to go back home to have Vodka Jelly Shots, have a dance and set my smoke alarms off by messing with sparklers :P

 

Picture Credits : Ray Keogh Photography

After all that we had some food and watched scary films, which I thought were the biggest load of bull so I fell asleep. So that was my Hallowe'en really, I know im a week late update my blog, but whatever. Hope ye all had a fun, safe Hallowe'en. Id love to see some creative costume ideas of what people dressed up as. Anyway, chat soon!

-Nadia x

Autumn / Winter Make-Up Trends 2010

 

Heya :) so as Ive been neglecting my blog alot lately to due to being lazy really, I'm going to blog more about things I buy, mostly make-up and give you my opinion on it.

So anywho onto this years Autumn/Winter make-up trend!

This Autumn/Winter looks includes smokey eyes, red berry lips, matte skin, colorful eyeshadows and natural/nude looking makeup. 

A natural look is about flawless skin so it is important that you take care of your skin to keep it looking it's best. So with along with using your daily facial cleanser, use a moisturiser cream with a medium to high SPF to protect your skin from harmful and aging effects from the sun. You mightn't think you need it but you do. Also your blush should match either your eyes or your lips. But in any case the cheeks should be emphasized.

 

And now onto some of my personal favourite looks, smokey eyes and red lips. 
Dark lips and fall fashion seem to go hand in hand, and this season is no exception. To keep your vampy lips from looking too goth, keep your eye makeup light and stick to mascara and a nude shadow, or just skip it altogether. Another difference in the dark lip trend for Autumn 2010 is the finish. Matte lipstick is out - glossy, moisturizing lipstick pencils are in!
Also full false eyelashes aren't in this season, as they are compensated by the shaded dark pencil at the out corner of the eye line. But if you really want to make your eyes really pop,use some individual false eyelashes on the outer upper edge for a more dramatic feline eye.

Eyebrows! I don't know why but I've always had a "thing" for eyebrows. Ive always had hideous eyebrows growing up and now in my twenties they seem to be no different. I try to keep them "tamed" but my right eyebrow just has a weird shape. And yes I know the famous saying "Eyebrows should be sisters, not twins" but I just hate mine so I just draw then on. Anyway, eyebrows are a really important part of the face and make up application. They can totally just lift your face in an instant and just really defines the face. I personally wouldn't recommend someone to do them themselves, if its plucking or waxing. Some people get abit too brave and before they know it, they've taken WAY too much off. So leave it to the professional ladies!

This season eyebrows can vary wildly, from pencil thin or even completely drawn on to wild and unruly, and the trend this season is definitely leaning toward the thick side. That doesn't mean you should toss out your tweezers altogether, but saying that you're still going to need them to remove stragglers and shape brows for that bold, groomed look. If your brows aren't naturally dark, consider investing in some brow cake with wax or pencil. I personally just use a dark eyeshadow on mine. Darkening your brows will help frame your face and draw attention to your eyes.

 

So that's enough for now. Can't wait to get glammed up and try out these looks for a night out.

As always Id like to hear feedback :) Have fun trying out these looks.

-Nadia x

It's finally Autumn!

Heya everyone, hope you all are keeping well :) I haven't posted an update is abit so will do so now. As you have all noticed a change in the weather, it is finally Autumn! My favourite time of year. I love this time of year for many reasons, the weather gets alot cooler but still sunny, the leaves are changing colour / falling, it's time to dig out the knitwear, chunky tights and leather boots. But most of all Hallowe'en :D

I'm just going to post some nice pictures of this season that I've found online or have taken myself. If you'd like to use any of the pictures Ive taken, I don't mind at all but please ask before you take them.  :)

This picture was taken by me in Central Park, NYC 2008.

I was just getting use to using my new camera :)

Cute little squirrel playing around on the trees.

This picture was taken by me in Central Park, NYC 2008.

Crunching through the leaves in Central Park in my new Nolan's :)

I liked the colours of this bird so I just took a picture of it.

I don't know much about birds so I don't know what kind of bird it is even.

If anyone knows, let me know.

Change of colour in Sycamore leaves throughout the seasons.

 

This picture was taken by me at the John Lennon Memorial in the Strawberry Fields in Central Park, NYC 2008

"The monument is a circular mosaic of black and white marble tiles and in the center is the title of John Lennon's song, "Imagine". It is flat and you can walk over it but everyone walks around it because there are daily arrangements of flowers from visitors and endearing fans. It was created in John Lennon's memory by Yoko Ono."

So that's enough for now, next up is autumn/winter make-up trends 2010. :)

-Nadia x

Urban Decay Book Of Shadow's Vol. III NYC Palette

As I was saying in my last update, I couldn't wait to get my hands on 2 of the new Urban Decay Palette's. The Naked and NYC one's. I now have both. YAY! :D 
People were telling me I was mad to get the NYC palette as I have the Alice In Wonderland one and they said the colours were the same. But there not. Theres about 3 shades that are similar/the same but the rest are different and new.

"Totally obsessed with The Big Apple? So are we (how could anyone NOT be?) Inspired by the glimmering lights and iconic landmarks of New York City, Book of Shadows Vol III features16 eyeshadows that go way beyond neutrals and brights, including SEVEN NEW shades with names like Loaded, Rockstar and Money. We've also included nine best-sellers in a range of sizzling textures: everything from glitter to shimmer to matte."

The product is packed in black packaging, with UD NYC raised on the lid with images of some of New York City's iconic hot spots. The lid opens up to more landmarks from  Central Park, to the Chrysler Building to the Status of Liberty herself and many more.
One of the main features in the palette is that when you lift the lid to the pop up features the City lights up. I think its the little features like that, that makes it.

The palette contain 16 eyeshadows 16 x 0.8g (16 x 0.03 US oz).
2,  24/7   Eyepencil Liner 2 x 0.8g (2 x 0.03 US oz).
Eyeshadow Potion Primer 3.7 ml (0.13 US fl oz).

Perversion (matte black).

Uzi (metallic white with chunky silver glitter)  (This shade is permanently available).

Loaded (sparkly emerald green).

Kush (green metallic with silver glitter).

Midnight Cowboy Rides Again (golden beige with glitter)  (This shade is permanently available).
Last Call (plum punch)  (This shade is permanently available).

Rockstar (deep red-purple with metallic base).

Money (metallic light green).

Haight (deep teal)  (This shade is permanently available).

Maui Wowie (medium gold with silver glitter)  (This shade is permanently available).

Smog (deep coppery bronze)  (This shade is permanently available).

Bordello (pale pink-purple with shift).

Radium (bright blue).

Snactch(pale peach with golden sparkle)  (This shade is permanently available).

Suspect (sheer sparkly beige).

Psychedelic Sister (vibrant purple).


24/7 Eyepencil liner  
Zero  (This shade is permanently available).
Ransom (This shade is permanently available).

Miniature-sized Primer Potion (This item is permanently available). 

UK £30

IRL €39

Overall I really like the palette, all the shades are wearable. After all it is the NYC Book Of Shadows, and New York is one of my favourite places in the world! :D I did think it was a little pricey, but if you like and have an interest in make up as much as I do, the price doesn't matter. As always thanks for reading. Hope you like it. :)

-Nadia x

Urban Decay Naked Palette

So at along last, I finally have the Urban Decay NAKED Palette. Ive had so much hassle trying to get both that and the Urban Decay NYC Book of Shadows Vol III.

Ive called into Debenhams many times to see was it in or when would it be in stock, but had no luck. As it was already on sale in the UK I decided to just buy it online. I would of had it pre-ordered but was kind of afraid that it was get smashed up in the post but it didn't! :D I ordered it from House Of Fraser on a Friday and it was here on the Monday. Happy days!

Now onto the good stuff! :D

"Far from a group of boring beige shadows, this long, lean, seductive case is packed with twelve gorgeous neutrals. Shades range from delicate champagnes to dark, gritty gunmetal, and feature FIVE NEW shades with names like Darkhorse, Virgin and Buck.
Our neutrals won't leave you naked. 12 multifacedted shades (including four exclusives) escalate your "basis" to rich textures of matte, shimmer, satin and sparkle. Experiment with office-appropriate, deep and smoky, or summertime bronzed looks. 
Go naked, not neutral...clothing is optional."

The product is packed in a dark chocolate velvet, with "NAKED" and "Urban Decay" embossed into it with gold lettering. I have to say I really like how the palette looks. I think it looks luxurious and sleek. The Palette contains 12 x 0.05 oz. eyeshadows, plus 2 x 0.02 oz. liners and a miniature-sized Primer Potion of 0.13 fl. oz. With the eyeshadows weighing 0.05 oz that means that you're getting 12 FULL SIZE eyeshadows, so palette works out alot cheaper than buying 12 individual eyeshadows. Cool or what?! :D 

Virgin (satin chamois),
Sin (champagne)  (This shade is permanently available).
Naked (matte buff nude)  (This shade is permanently available).
Sidecar (cocoa with golden sparkle sheen),  
Buck (matte nutmeg),  
Half Baked (subtle, lustrous bronze)  (This shade is permanently available).
Smog (deep coppery bronze)  (This shade is permanently available).
Darkhorse (bronze patina),  
Toasted (rich copper)  (This shade is permanently available).
Hustle (plum brown satin),
Creep (onyx with gold sparkle),  
Gunmetal (gunmetal gray with silver glitter)  (This shade is permanently available).

24/7 Liner with Zero (black on one end) (This shade is permanently available), and Whiskey (creamy rich brown) on the other. 

Miniature-sized Primer Potion (This item is permanently available).

Overall I can't fault the palette at all, I love it. Love all the shades and tones. All are wearable from day to night, and it was a really good price. 


UK £27.00
IRL €32.44 (from the UK conversion rate) It could be a lil bit more in stores. 

-Nadia x

9/11

Remembering those who lost relatives or friends in the 9/11 attacks. 

Rest In Peace ♥

MAC Holiday 2010 Collection

So there been some buzz online about MAC's Fall/Holiday 2010 Collection "A Tartan Tale" which is due out in the States in October. Not quiet sure when it's exactly out here, as when I read stuff online then inquire about in Brown Thomas, the staff haven't a clue what im on about. Either they can't tell me or they are actually clueless about there job. But Id say maybe late October, early November. 

From the promo pictures online they seem to be a mix of reds, blues and greens. With maybe an punky scottish look. Some of the MAC senior artists on Twitter have been posting TwitPic's of tattoo designs. Saying it has to do with a new collection out soon so maybe it's this one :) So that's all the information available and that I have for now about this collection, when I find out more i'll keep ye posted :)

Hope ye like the pic's .Not to sure if I like the packaging yet or not, but I will definatley be making some purchases. :)

-Nadia x