Friday, 18 April 2014

Charity Shop OOTD #5

Again, here's my friend Shannon modelling some other item's we've recently found in the charity shop. 






Sunglasses - Ebay
Scrunchie - Unknow
Shirt - Charity Shop
Polo - Charity Shop
Bag - Charity Shop
Lipstick - MAC Up the Amp

ellalexandra

Sunday, 13 April 2014

Stila Convertable Colour - Petunia

Blusher is not product I've ever been very interested in, I'd say I'm more of a lipstick girl.If I head into a makeup store 8/10  I'd probably purchase a lipstick. However this product really intrigued me, one reason being it's cream formula, multi-purpose as a cheek tint and lip product.
The blush colour I picked up was 'Petunia', a pretty grapefruit colour, it adds a beautiful soft rosey tint to the cheeks which creates a natural looking flush. I also love the consistency of this blush, it blends wonderfully creating a lovely dewy look, I can imagine it would look incredible on paler complexions.The packaging is great as well, it's so helpful having the packaging the same colour as the product - it is my pet hate having to dive to the bottom of my make up bag, search through tonnes of similarly packaged products just to find one in particular. This is cute, with it's compact mirror, if not a little plasticy- is that even a word?!
However there are several things I do NOT like about this product which provoked me to review this blush. Lip-wise, I feel it hardly shows up, it also feels suffocating, it feels as though I have a blush on lips Another aspect of the product I do not like how easily brush hairs stick to it. Obviously I photographed it un-used but after several days of using it, it looked a mess! Do not, I repeat, do not use your makeup brush to apply this product. I was so surprised as I used my Real Techniques to apply Petunia, but even then it created a state. Therefore I would not say that this product is worth £16 (ouch!), I am so glad I used a discount code to purchase this!
If you're a genuine blush enthusiast then definitely check this out but if you're just looking for an easy everyday blush then I'd say shop around because this blush is somewhat over-priced.

ellalexandra 


Friday, 28 March 2014

Charity Shop OOTD #4

Hello my lovelies!
#4 of my charity shop series today! This week - the lilac satin dress. Now when I first came upon this, it did look unflattering, not worth buying. However I think that's they key to being a good charity shopper - you have to be able to look past the mess/smell and imagine it on. I really think this dress reminds me of a Topshop or American Apparel dress. The colour is just incredible! On me I would say it looks a little more over-sized which I like but paired with the belt also featured in the photo's I think it can still be flattering. Shannon here has kindly modeled for me again.Ideally I wouldn't wear tights but what can you do - it's England. I think I'm going to get a lot of wear out of this light-weight, colourful dress this spring and summer.
Yet another great find!



Sunglasses - Zara
Hoops - New Look
Jacket - Mango
Dress - Charity Shop
Belt - Charity Shop
Shoes - Dr Martens

ellalexandra

Friday, 21 March 2014

Charity Shop OOTD #3

Hello my lovelies.
#3 out of my charity shop otufit posts today. This one includes my beloved chiffon long-line cardigan/top. Obviously this was meant to fit a much larger person but I think it looks great chucked on over a pair of leather shorts.I love the all-black colour scheme, which may be a little morbid for some, but I feel black never fails to look v.chic. I've also paired it with my shearling biker jacket.
I have previously worn this chiffon shirt as a dress as well, I think it looks really cool especially with my vagabonds. I just love the detail of the singular silver button at the top near the neckline, very unusual. Definitely a great find. The layering is also key to this outfit.I'm really into the layered look at the moment as the weather is very unsettled, I also think it adds a bit of interest to an all-one-colour outfit. 
REMEMBER TO CHECK THE CHARITY SHOPS!



Sunglasses - Ebay
Jacket - Mango
Top - Zara
Shorts - Zara
Chiffon Top - Charity Shop
Boots - Vagabond


ellalexandra

Sunday, 16 March 2014

Charity Shop OOTD #2

 Hello!
Another charity shop OOTD for you today. This is my friend Shannon modelling some of thing's I've picked up recently. Both the top and denim cut off jacket are from my local charity shop. I love the top, its got a great 3D corrugated texture. The edges of the top are also lovely with subtle ruffled sleeves and bottom. I think the feminine top looks great with the cut off denim jacket which provides an androgynous edge and I'm all about androgynous dressing. Seriously, I would say this is one of my favourite pieces. It's an XXL men's denim coat. I like my coats over-sized but this was far too big, from the back I looked like Sponge-bob Square pants with a wide behind and skinny legs. To solve this, I cut out a panel from each side and re-sewed them. It did originally have sleeves also but being the proud owner of five denim jackets, I wanted one which was a bit different. I love how you can see the sleeves of a cool jumper or top through it, sometimes they're just too good to hide!
Double denim in a controversial thing, I have to say I LOVE THE DOUBLE DENIM VIBE. It look's ultra cool and is durable for festivals - the added floral hair-crown also providing the festival vibe. I think this jacket looks great with matching denim shorts - preferably without tights but Shannon felt it was too cold! 



Floral Crown - Ebay
Sunglasses - Ebay
Jacket - Charity Shop
Top - Charity Shop
Shorts - H&M

ellalexandra 

Saturday, 8 March 2014

Charity Shops..

I've always thought that charity shops are way, way underrated. I am a big fan of the odd shopping frenzy in my local charity shop however, I know of many people who wouldn't be seen dead in one. I reckon it's time to change this perception. Over the recent years, it seems that many teens are now looking in them for rare 'grandad' pieces such as the huge baggy cable knits which have become popular. Walking into Urban Outfitters, it practically looks like a charity shop, is the price of clothing which deters us from entering these shops? I think so.
Lukes Hospice's £1 charity shop is my absolute FAVOURITE. I've found some amazing pieces! This has inspired me to do a series of charity shop OOTD's. I think this is a great way to show you how someone else's unwanted items can be your 'vintage renewals'. Once a week on a Saturday, I am going to post these, so look out for them, I hope they inspire you too.

This outfit is based around the dark blue over-sized shirt with a floral collar, which I've worn as a dress (with shorts underneath for protection haha). I'm planning to alter this shirt slightly though, so that I have a leopard print collar and leopard print edging so to make it a little longer! I think the use of different navy textures looks great, creating different dimensions.The bomber I've paired with it is very in trend right now and creates glamour with the sparkle to a 'vintage' piece, bringing it up to date. The small black handbag is also thrifted. I think it adds a quirky touch and goes well with my Vagabonds. The Ray Ban Clubmasters contrast with the whole outfit. Over-sized shirts are incredibly adaptable so check for one next time you pass a charity shop!

WARNING: Extremely pale legs due to lack of contact with the sun




Sunglasses - Ray Ban
Bomber Jacket - Topshop
Shirt - Charity shop
Bag - Charity shop
Shoes - Vagabond
Lipstick - MAC Candy Yum Yum

Friday, 28 February 2014

New hair!


It feels like it's been a while since I last posted aaaaaand I HAVE NEW HAIR. 
I've never been blonde before so I wanted to give it a try, however because of my skin tone I was worried about the colouring. I went to the BeautyCompany near where I live and got a student named Charlotte to do it! I couldn't be more pleased!
My hair now graduates from a rich warm blonde to brown at the roots which I personally love. I was treated really nicely and talked through each stage, asking for my opinions and checking whether I liked it. The best bit - I only paid £25. For almost a fully trained hairdresser with experienced on lookers for guidance I thought this was insanely good.

Here is the finish results, although I think that it looks a fair bit darker in the first picture :