Monthly Favourites: November

My first post since October..uni has just been so busy I really haven't had a chance to put fingers to keyboard to construct anything much that isn't an essay! However term finishes a week yesterday and things are slowly winding down- plus both essays are DONE (until the next one!) so I thought I'd do a quick monthly favourites post.

Zara Knitted Hat in "Ecru"

This hat is perfect for days when my hair is looking terrible or just to keep warm in the winter months. It goes with everything and is so comfy. I always get compliments when I wear this hat and the bobble makes me feel adorable. A winner in my eyes! 

Benefit Tinted Lipbalms in "Chacha Balm" and "Lollibalm"

I got Chacha balm free back in summer with a Benefit order and absolutely loved it- so moisturising and gives the perfect coral tint to your lips. Lollibalm is now the newest addition to my collection, which gives such a pretty pink gloss. Love these and highly recommend. 

Mac Conceal and Correct Pro Palette (Light)

This concealer palette I was initially unsure about due to the heavy thick texture of the concealers. However, the salmon pink shade counteracts my dark circles better than anything else I've tried and I think the thick nature of the concealers covers up a multitude of sins! I can also see the range of shades coming in very useful in Spring/Summer when my skin becomes slightly tanned.

Lush Bubblegum Lipscrub 

I've been using this for over a year and it's come back into my life in a big way now that it's winter. This makes my lips so smooth and gets rid of any dry skin- plus it tastes amazingly yummy. My pot is finally starting to run out so I might need to pick up a new one in the new year! 

Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

This is a brush that needs no introduction. I've had this for months but have really been using it since I got to uni- (my make up routine has been minimalized to a bit of concealer, blusher, lipbalm and powder then out the door) so this is perfect for buffing in all my concealer in the morning. Such good quality and is now totally invaluable to me! 

Make Up Bag from Primark 

Finally, this make up bag that my Mum gave me when she came to see me during my fourth week. Minnie Mouse and Paris- what else could you want?! This is such a cute design and perfect for chucking all my toiletries and make up in for days away from uni or overnight trips. Most likely no longer avaliable but check out Primark if you want a good make up bag!

Let me know if you've used any of these products or have any recommendations!

Enjoy the last month of 2014 (how crazy is that?!) 

xxx 

Halloween

Normally I'm not that fussed over Halloween. But this year was different and I had so so much fun. 

Halloween celebrations started on Wednesday with our student midweek club night where I was Alice in Wonderland. I have literally no good photos of my outfit but you get the idea. 

 On Thursday evening we went to see the screening of Frankenstein with Benedict Cumberbatch playing Dr Frankenstein. It was so so amazing- the set design and lighting and acting and transition between monster/creator was insane. I looked slightly demented as my friend splattered fake blood all over my face before we arrived. Thanks for that Col. 

Finally actual Halloween occurred and I was a rather pathetic Minnie Mouse. I got told several times I looked "too nice" which I don't know if I should take as a compliment?! It was such a fun night with some lovely people and far too much alcohol. 

 Me looking very unimpressed at 2am as my Minnie ear were stolen. Damn communal living will do that. 

What did you go as for Halloween? 

xxx