My Favourite Foundations! Cheap and Cheerful!

Now I feel this is a post that every beauty blogger has to cover and why not today! With the weather we're getting at the moment you never know what you're going to face outside so a good foundation is a must! Over the years I've been through them all, the good, the bad and the very very ugly so I'm here to give you my favourites! I'm going to keep this list to cheap foundations cause in all honestly the more I get to know makeup the more I see money does not always get you quality! Now of course I still love my high end makeup for many reasons but I really think if you do a bit of digging you can find a cheap alternative that will work wonders for you! Also, this is not an ad for L'oreal, I genuinely love their products and believe they are the best brand out there ( yes even better than Mac, Charlotte Tilbury etc.)! Every brand has duds, it's just the way the world works but L'oreal in my opinion is the brand with the least duds and most amazing products!

1) L'oreal True Match 
My number 1, ride or die foundation! I stand by my statement that this foundation literally works for everyone! First of all it comes in 23 shades which to anyone who struggles with finding their colour (super pale or dark) knows is an absolute God send. Your skin but better is what I would say to describe this foundation, I know we all love our mega coverage and layers of slap but trust me when you find a foundation that makes your skin actually look good you'll realise all those layers aren't necessary anymore! True Match is also really perfect for mature skin as it's super light in texture so isn't going to settle into fine lines, it's just going to make your skin appear radiant. If you need a new foundation just give it a try and I promise you won't regret it and if you don't like it, well, I'll show you how to apply it properly!!

2) L'oreal 24hr Infallible Matte
So when a lot of people hear the word matte they stay away from a product but in my opinion matte foundations are fantastic! The trend at the moment is to have super highlighted glowing skin and I love that, but when you use a foundation that gives you a dewy glow and then put a highlighter over, things can start looking a little sweaty! Now I will never recommend anyone to leave a foundation on their skin for 24hrs but I'll admit I have a few times in my life, for research reasons of course *cough cough*. This foundation DOES last 24hrs, trust me you have to scrape of off with a knife and then you'll still have some left over, but don't get me wrong, you'd barely notice this was on your face for the rest of the day! Now they say this is waterproof which is interesting but I've never tested, I'm going to test it this year on holidays though and get back to you cause I think If a foundation actually is waterproof that's something people need to know! One last thing I want to say about this foundation is that yes it is matte but no it's not going to look cakey, I hate cakey foundation with an absolute passion so trust me it's NOT cakey!!

3) L'oreal Nude Magique Cushion
This foundation is relatively new to the L'oreal range and completely new to the makeup scene! Cushion foundations started in Japan, where all awesome things start and eventually make their way to us! I went in with the same mid set as most people thinking 'this is a gimmick' but I love it! Now it only comes in 7 shades which upsets me but it's new so I'm hoping the range will expand with time! I didn't go into detail on how to use the other foundations cause they're liquid so it's pretty basic but I will tell you how this works! So you just push the applicator that comes with it into the cushion sponge and out comes the foundation, you then tap it onto your face, not rub (never rub any type of foundation on, you always want to tap to build coverage! otherwise your just dragging it around your face) , tap! Tap a little for sheer coverage and tap a lot for medium to full coverage! Simple enough right! This like all L'oreal foundations has a beautiful your skin but better look so is perfect for everyone! Every review I read about this product people are saying the same thing 'I didn't expect this to work but wow' so that really tells you enough! Also like most L'oreal foundations it has an spf if 25!

I hope you all really enjoyed this post and as always if you have any questions, queries or just want to say hello pop over to my Facebook , Twitter or Instagram ! I would also LOVE to know all your favourite foundations so please let me know! 
See ya next time,
Chloe xo


Friday 27 May 2016

My Top 5 Snapchat Accounts!

So Snapchat is the way of the world now and everyone I talk to wants to know who I follow and equally I want to know who they follow. Then we talk about them and have a good gossip, it's all in good fun though! I must say, as of late my snapchat has become quite time consuming with the sheer amount of people I follow so I've had to start to pick and choose which ones I want and this has really let me see who my favourites are! Also If you have someone on Snapchat that you think I absolutely must follow then please send me their name! Also that's my Snapchat right there, shamless plug sorry not sorry, but sure I'd only love if you went and gave it a follow!!



1) Rosemary MacCabe (rosemarymaccabe)
My all time favouite snapper as she was one of my first! Rosemary is never afraid to say what she feels and I love that about her! In short she is a journalist and blogger who worked as the deputy editor of Stellar Magazine until recently she decided to go freelance! Definitely give her a follow if you're sick of people being fake on social media and need a breath of fresh air!

                                                      2) Pippa O'Connor (pippa.oconnor)
 Pippa is probably one of the most followed bloggers in Ireland and it's clear why, she's absolutely lovely! Watch her Snapchat just once and you'll realise how nice it is to watch her and Ollie go about their daily life! Her husband Brian makes the odd appearances and with the arrival of little baby Louis (congrats Pippa, Brian and Ollie) things are sure to get even cuter!

3) James Butler (jamespatrice)
James is the definition of hilarious and if you're not following him and need a good laugh (who doesn't?) then go! Now! James is the fashion editor for MFI Magazine and is often on the good ole Expose! His Snapchat includes singalongs, SWEATIN MOIRA and scaring the bejaysus out of Fron, you've no idea what I'm talking about but go follow him and you will!

                                                     4) Erika Fox (retroflame1)
If you want to experience what it's like to live the American dream then Erika is your main woman! Living in New York City as a Fashion and Lifestyle blogger Erika takes you to Fifth Avenue, Central Park and for drinks in Soho on a daily basis. She also takes the oh so casual trips to Coachella, San Fran and the Hamptons, so seriously like I said, she's living the dream!

5) Nicola Carolan (thenakedblondie)
Having lost 9 stone on Slimming World Nicola is the ultimate woman to watch for weight loss inspiration! Her perseverance never ceases to amaze me and her daily recipes are super handy! Nicola is also super down to earth so just an all round really enjoyable person to watch, oh and she has a super cute son Scott who makes the everyday appearance!

I hope you all really enjoyed this post and as always if you have any questions, queries or just want to say hello pop over to my Facebook , Twitter or Instagram !

Come back soon snappers!
Chloe xo
Wednesday 25 May 2016

Summer Wedding Guest Style Guide!

Summer's here! and as I look out my window on this gorgeous Tuesday afternoon dresses come to my mind! Summer wedding's are perfect in my opinion, you get to wear a gorgeous dress, the sun is shining and drinks are flowing, what more could you want! Sometimes though finding the perfect dress and accessories can be tricky so this is where I come in with 3 different looks to get you through the sunshine season looking as fabulous as can be!

LOOK #1 TOPSHOP -  Fierce and Fabulous!

Links and Pricing:
Limited Edition Sequin Embellished Mini Dress €390
ROCKET Detailed Heeled Sandals €72
Shearling Clutch €68
Semi-Precious Ring Pack €13 

Look #2 ASOS - Too cute to function!

Links and Pricing;
ASOS Kate Lace Mini Dress €63.38
ASOS Crackle Metallic Fold Over Clutch Bag €21.13
Coast Emily Stone Statement Bracelet €35.21
ASOS PERCEPTION Lace Up Heels €63.38


 LOOK #3 FROCK AND FRILL - 50 Shades!

Links and Pricing:
Embellished Tiered Dress €190 
Chi Chi London Box Clutch Bag in Grey Metallic €39.44
Arabella Feather Trim Heels €63
Diamanté ear cuff €17

I hope you all really enjoyed this post and as always if you have any questions, queries or just want to say hello pop over to my Facebook , Twitter or Instagram !

Ya'll come back now!

Chloe xo

Tuesday 24 May 2016