Were Back! | Bargain Hunt Haul

Hello our lovely followers and readers! long time no see. 

Were incredibly sorry for our lack of posts, haven't posted anything since Christmas?! As many of you know me and Alanah are both in our first year at collage and we've both had a lot on our plates with coursework and revision. But were back, and although we may not post as much as we used to, we don't ever forget about our blog and were here for now, so lets get no with the post...

I have been looking for a few bargains in shops recently and yesterday me and a few girls, went to Portsmouth, Gunwharf Quays for a bit of shopping, as it was my friend Sophie's birthday. It was a lovely day out thanks to the nicer weather we've been having in the UK recently. If you've never been to Gunwharf Quays, you may not know it is an outlet shopping center, so many of the shops have their old seasons collections in for much cheaper prices and I found myself some great bargains. 

I am unable to link many of these items, as they're usually not available to purchase in stores anymore.

Superdry | Cord Jacket

RRP | £54.99

Outlet | £32.99

(also available in other colours)

I'd been looking our for a jacket that I could also wear in the spring and summer, and many jackets I currently own are coats or leather jackets. I do have a denim jacket, but its layered with fur, so you do become very hot in it. When I saw this in Superdry I was very pleased, as its perfect for the spring and summer for the UK, as it doesn't ever get overly warm, so i do normally take a jacket with me anywhere.

Calvin Klein Underwear

RRP | £10-£13.50

Outlet | 4 for £25 or £7-£9

 So I needed to pick up new underwear, though i thought it'd be a bit inappropriate to show you those, so here's the bag, haha!

Ralph Lauren | Marin White Canvas shoes

RRP | £75.00

Outlet | £34.99

(also available in other colours)

I feel everyone needs some white shoes in spring or summer, whether they be converse, vans, or the cheap Primark plimsolls. They just seem to go with everything, though with them being white they do get dirty quite easily and quickly so i didn't want to spend loads, though as I knew I'd wear them a lot, I wanted to purchase a nice pair. I saw these in Ralph Lauren and fell in love. Though the search for my size took around 30 minutes, (I am not exaggerating!). I needed a size 3, and they only had a 2.5 or 4, so i tried both on, and could get both on, but I went for the 4, as I'd rather they'd be large and i can do the laces up tighter, than having smaller ones that hurt so i wont wear them.

That's everything I bought in Portsmouth, but I thought I'd share a few other items I'd purchased these passed months as, I thought they were quite good bargains.

Sorry the trousers don't match, they were just what I was already wearing.

H&M | Floral Crop Top

Price | £6.99

(other colours and styles available)

couldn't find this online, but is still in stores

Topshop | Yellow Floral Crop Top

Price | £20

(available in other colours)

purchase here

             

Topshop | Lace Crop Top

Price | £16

(available in other colours)

 purchase here                                             

Topshop | Strappy Crop Top

Price | £8

(available in other colours)

purchase here

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 Sarah xxx

(hope you like my new ombre hair!)

Tag | Why Do I Wear Makeup?

Hello! We were tagged to do this by Chelsea from tigerlovebeauty so thank you for tagging us and definitely check out her blog!

1. When did you begin loving makeup?

Sarah | I would say only quite recently I started wearing makeup when I was about 12/13 but not enough to say I loved it, then it was just something I used to make myself look a bit nicer.

Alanah | The same as Sarah, I only really started having more of an interest and loving makeup maybe around a year ago, but I starting wearing it earlier than that. 

2. How do you feel without makeup?

Sarah | Depends where I am and who I'm with, if I was just with friends at one of our houses or something then I'd feel normal, but out in public I'd probably feel quite self conscious. I wish I felt confident enough to go out with a bare face, but I'm sadly not.

Alanah | Again the same as Sarah, with friends at someones house I would feel totally fine without makeup on but if I was out say shopping I would at least have to have a little bit on to feel confident.

3. What do you like about makeup?

Sarah | To me, make is like a piece of clothing without it I feel onside, and I love mix and matching with colours and brands. Using make-up is like a hobby and it just makes me feel a bit better about myself wearing it.

Alanah | I love how many different looks you can make with different eye and lip colors.  I think it's fun to experiment and see what looks best on you, I love applying it and choosing new things to buy.  I also love it because it makes me feel waay more confident by covering up any insecurities and enhancing features like my eyes.

4. Three holy grail items:

Sarah | 1- My forever loved Collection ever lasting perfection concealer

             2- Benefits they're real mascara (makes my lashes look amazing)
 3- Carmex lip balm (my must have for in winter!) 

Alanah | 1 - Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer (Only black eyeliner I ever buy!)
2 - Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer (Definitely makes me look more awake haha...)
3 - Sephora glossy glosses (I love lipgloss and these are my favourite!)

We tag..
Rachael from allthelittlethingsx
Anna from serendipityhappening
Laura from atouchoftartan
Daniella from simplybeautifulelegant
Laura from lisforladybird

I also tag all of you reading!
If any of you do it be sure to link it in the comments!

Hope you enjoyed this post, comment below your 3 makeup must haves below 

Alanah and Sarah

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Night Time Routine + Products I Use

Hello! Here is my everyday night time routine and the products I use.

1. First I will have a shower and wash my hair.  
I like to wash my hair at night because I don't have time in the morning and I have very thick hair so I have the evening for it to dry.  
To wash my hair I use TRESemmé luxurious moisture shampoo and for conditioner I use the TRESemmé luxurious conditioner, however once a week (today being that day) I use the TRESemmé Thermal recovery conditioning mask. I shampoo my hair twice because there's a lot of it!
For my body I use Soap and Glory's 'Clean, Girls' body was and for my face I use Garnier Pure Active 3 in 1. 
The face scrub can also be used as a mask, I definitely recommend this if you get dry skin as it scrubs nicely.
I recommend all of these products. 

Looking fabby in the shower!

2. Once I have put the conditioning mask on my hair I will get out of the shower and chill for around 20-30 minutes with the mask in my hair.
If you have heat damaged ends, I definitely recommend this mask, you can use it once a week or more depending on how much condition you need but it works really well.  I could tell the difference after just one wash!

  I then get back in the shower and rinse all of the mask off, it makes my hair sooo soft.  I will then towel dry my hair to stop it from dripping.

4. I will then take off any excess eye makeup that I wasn't able to get off in the shower, usually there isn't much so I will just use a toner.  I use Simple soothing toner (which is lovely) 

I will then moisturise my face with my Superdrug night cream. This cream is actually really good quality for the price (which is around £2) and is definitely very moisturizing.  I also use the day version of this cream and they work great together.

Then I put on my Clean & Clear spot gel on any blemishes, and my Jean Paul Gaultier lip balm (which is actually for men but works great!)

 5. Then I will moisturize my body.  At the moment I am using Jean Paul Gaultier 'Classique' moisturizer but I like to mix it up and I will often change my moisturizer.  I love the smell of this one though.  I will usually moisturise my legs, arms and just random other bits really, but sometimes I get a bit lazy and just do my legs.

6. Next is my pajamas! Usually I get quite hot in bed (even in the Winter) so I will normally just wear a Tshirt and some shorts.  Any will do, if I get chilly I can chuck on a dressing gown or onesie ;)

7. After munching on any snacks that I may want before bed (usually chocolate) I will brush my teeth! I always change which toothpaste I use depending what is on offer really, toothpaste has never really shown any difference (e.g. whitening) on my teeth so I don't bother with them most of the time.

8. If my hair is still wet by the time I am going to bed, I will give it a dry with the hairdryer.  Normally I don't dry it completely because I have a lot of hair and it takes ages!  

9. Now I just chill on my laptop, watch youtube videos, listen to music, surfff the web! And when I get tired...

 I go to sleep!

Sorry that was so long! I hope you enjoyed it though, hope you liked my very attractive photos ;)

Disclaimer; This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own!

Comment below what you do differently in your night time routine!

Goodnight,

Alanah

xxx

This or That | Tag

Makeup

Blush or bronzer?

Sarah: Bronzer, I prefer the sun glow look
Alanah | Bronzer aswell, I like to look more tanned and contour with it!

Eye liner or mascara?

Sarah: Mascara, although I am really loving cat eyes at the moment, but mascara just brightens my eyes.
Alanah | Mascara because I think eyeliner without mascara can look a little odd.  Also I have small eyes so mascara helps - I do like my eyeliner too though

Foundation or concealer?

Sarah: Concealer, I find when I use concealer I don't need a foundation
Alanah | Concealer, quite often I will just wear concealer

Neutral or color eye shadow?

Sarah: Neutral, but really wish I could be a bit more daring, just don't think I can pull off colored eye shadow
Alanah | Neutral but sometimes I like to add a little bit of color in with the neutral (like dark purples and dark greens)

Nails

Long or short?

Sarah: Definitely long, I love my nails to look long and healthy
Alanah | I like it when my nails are just longer than my finger, so fairly short but fairly long.  However my nails don't really grow much (so I have no choice) :(

Acrylic or natural?

Sarah: Natural, I had acrylic nails on for my prom and they killed my nails, hated it!
Alanah | I've never actually tried Acrylic, they look nice but I think I'd prefer natural so i don't damage my nails!

Brights or darks?

Sarah: Depends on the season, bright for summer and dark for winter
Alanah | Same as Sarah, however I also like brights in Winter - so probably brights I suppose

Body

Perfume or body splash?

Sarah: Definitely perfume, it just last longer on my body
Alanah | Yeah perfume too, but I like body splashes/sprays to take out with me

Lotion or body butter?

Sarah: Body butter, I get super dry skin and I find body butters to be more moisturizing
Alanah | I prefer body butter however it takes me ages to put on so I probably use Lotion more. (Apart from the Soap and Glory body butter which I use all the time)

Body wash or soap?

Sarah: Body wash, because they smell so much nicer than soap, also I'm currently using a glittery one! (Gok Wan)
Alanah | Definitely body wash, I barely use soap - I love citrusy scents for body washes too.

Fashion

Jeans or sweat pants?

Sarah: Jeans when I'm out but for when I'm just at home I'll live in joggers
Alanah | Jeans, but the same as Sarah I wear like yoga pants a lot at home and they're so comfy to lounge

Long sleeve of short?

Sarah: I don't really mind, more depends on the weather if its cold then long sleeve, and if its hot then I'd rather wear short sleeve
Alanah | I'd say short sleeve but only because I think the styles of short sleeved tops are nicer

Dresses or skirts ?

Sarah: I don't wear either often unless its a party, but I'd have to say dress out of the two
Alanah | Dresses but like Sarah I don't really wear them unless it's a party or special occasion.

Scarves or hats?

Sarah: Hats! I love hats and have loads
Alanah | Everyone tells me that hats suit me so I love them but I never have the guts to wear one out, but I love scarves too so i'll have to save scarves.

Studs or dangly earrings? 

Sarah: Probably studs, most dangly earrings just annoy and always feel really heavy on my ears
Alanah | Um, lately I've been wearing more dangly earrings, I like feather earrings because they are light. (But I also like studs ah)

Necklaces or bracelets? 

Sarah: Necklaces, especially statement necklaces, they just bring an outfit together
Alanah | Necklaces, I barely ever wear more than one bracelet if any aha.

Heels or flats?

Sarah: Flats, because I have really small feet (3/4) it makes heels really painful for me to stay in for any longer than 2 hours
Alanah | I love wearing heels with dresses (to parties) but other than that, always flats

Topshop or river island?

Sarah: Topshop, I just prefer their clothing
Alanah | Topshop, I find so much in there that I want compared to River Island

Abercombie or Hollister?

Sarah: Hollister, only because I go in there more often
Alanah | Well I'm just going to add in Gilly Hicks and say that, because that's my favourite :) But Hollister because there is one nearer

Hair

Curly or straight?

Sarah: Curly, I find it gives my hair more volume and texture
Alanah | Oooh I can never decide, I like to mix my hair between them really.  I think I like curly more however when my hair is straight it does look longer!

Bun or ponytail?

Sarah: Bun, I think you can make buns look really effective and you can have them messy or tight, depending on the occasion
Alanah | Ponytail because I like when it swings around, and my buns always fall out aha

Bobby pins or butterfly clips?

Sarah: Bobby pins, stay better in my hair even though I loose them everyday
Alanah | Bobby pins, I tried butterfly clips the other day and they really don't work in my hair because it's so thick

Long or short?

Sarah: Long, I'm currently growing my hair out and its getting quite long, I'm also trying to keep it healthy so I'm trying out a lot of new treatments (let me know if you want reviews on them)
Alanah | Longggg, I'm trying to grow it longer 

Light or dark?

Sarah: I would probably say light but I don't really like bleach blonde hair just a middle caramel color is my favorite
Alanah | Light for me, I really want my hair to be lighter - maybe a dark blonde type of color

Side sweep bangs or full bangs?

Sarah: Side swept, I used to have full bangs and they just didn't suit me at all
Alanah | Side swept, I also used to have full bangs/fringe and I hated it

Up or down?

Sarah: Down, especially in winter to keep your neck and shoulders warmer
Alanah | Down, I barely ever wear my hair up unless it's really hot

Random

Summer or winter?

Sarah: Summer, because I'm always cold, but I do prefer winter clothes
Alanah | When it's Summer I say I prefer Summer, but when it's Winter I say i prefer Winter.  But probably Summer because I absolutely love the beach when its hot

Fall or spring?

Sarah: Fall, because I love Halloween (so excited!)
Alanah | Fall apart from my birthday in Spring 

Chocolate or vanilla?

Sarah: I am literally a chocoholic, and eat way to much of it
Alanah | Chocolate, I've had so much today and we have chocolate cake downstairs, wooooopsie

Autumn/Fall Haul | Boohoo.com

Hello! As I have just started college, i found that I need a lot more clothes compared to secondary school where I wore a school uniform every day.  Boohoo.com has loads of different styles of clothes which are great value for money.  With my student discount, this whole lot came out at just £107.19 which in my opinion is great for 8 items of clothing (including 4 jumpers) and 2 bits of jewelry.  Also, the postage and packaging is often free using codes which are given on the site and it is also fairly fast, my package came in around 3 working days.

Lola Slash Neck fisherman jumper http://www.boohoo.com/jumpers/lola-slash-neck-fisherman-jumper/invt/azz44418I love this jumper, fairly soft and thick - keeps you warm in the Autumn. Can come off
of both shoulders or just one which is a nice touch!

Julia Leopard Print Swing Vest http://www.boohoo.com/casual-tops/julia-leopard-print-swing-vest/invt/azz42779This top was a great buy for the cheap price, material is good quality and it's actually
nicer in person that it looks on the website.

Carly Leopard Sleeve Jumper http://www.boohoo.com/jumpers/carly-leopard--sleeve-jumper/invt/azz41691
Haven't worn this one yet but I love the Leopard print on the sleeves,
definitely a nice change to a plain jumper.

Layla Cold Shoulder Jumper http://www.boohoo.com/jumpers/layla-cold-shoulder-jumper/invt/azz50497This jumper is really bright in person! I was quite shocked when I saw it however I do really like it,
it's very oversized though so if you are tiny then I probably wouldn't recommend it.

Jenny Soft Marl Knit Jumper
(this jumper is now out of stock)
This jumper is quite thin however I really like the colour and the neckline (it's a wide V-neck)
as it makes a change from a standard neckline.

Lola String Back Double Layered Cami http://www.boohoo.com/evening-tops/lola-string-back-double-layered-cami/invt/azz41277
(Only available in red)
Nice simple top, lovely material and design.  Also love the backs of all of these tops,
they make it pretty at the front and the back.

Emily Tile Print Strappy Back Camisole http://www.boohoo.com/evening-tops/emily-tile-print-strappy-back-camisole/invt/azz42073
Love the pattern on this top, its quite bold but looks nice with black bottoms and a leather jacket.
Also love the back detail on the straps on this one too.

Izzy Caged Back Shell Top http://www.boohoo.com/evening-tops/izzy-caged-back-shell-top/invt/azz44924
Love the material of this top, and the back detailing is very different and pretty.  I would
normally wear a bandeau underneath however I forgot when I took this today, woops!

Natalie Blue And Gold Plate Earrings http://www.boohoo.com/earrings/natalie-blue-and-gold-plate-earrings/invt/azz50142
Love these earrings - very Egyptian style and sometimes they do hit against my neck.  They
can also get quite heavy however for a short wear they look nice.

Sorry for how long this post was!  I hope you enjoyed it though and I definitely recommend taking a look on here.  I have tried to link all the items that are still available, there are also lots of different colors of many of the items so you can chose a color which suits you best!

Also the necklace I am wearing in most photos is also from Boohoo;

http://www.boohoo.com/new-in-accessories/tula-irridescent-statement-necklace/invt/azz44244

The black high waisted leggings are from topshop;

http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=black+high+waist+leggings&storeId=12556&productId=8932434&urlRequestType
=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057

Disclaimers;

- I am not trying to brag in anyway, just simply sharing what I have bought for Autumn!

- This post is not sponsored, I paid for all these items and these are all of my own opinions.

Alanah

xxx

My top 5 drugstore makeup products!

Hello! I have lots and lots of favourites from the drugstore, but I have picked 5 that i particularly like and have repurchased.  As you will see from the photos, these products have been well used by me, and hopefully you will check them out as they are all fairly cheap and work just as well as any similar high end products I have tried.  Also, I have not heard much hype about these products so I decided to chose some that you may not have tried or heard about before.

Soap and Glory Thick & Fast Mascara

My favourite mascara, makes my eyelashes look thicker and longer, without clumping
or stickiness.  The price is fairly high for a drugstore product however it's definitely
worth it! | £10.00

Rimmel London Wake Me Up Concealer

Definitely my favourite drug store concealer!  I use the shade ivory (the lightest shade).
It's a really great all round concealer, for under eye circles to redness and blemishes on the
face.  It covers up everything, without any cakiness or orange-ness. | £5.49

Rimmel London Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer

Think I've repurchased this eyeliner 3 or 4 times. The only one I've used for a while now,
I'm not good with liquid eyeliner and this is definitely a great alternative as it can create a
similar effect. I use the shade '261 noir' which is the black shade.  Another plus is that
it's waterproof! | £3.99

Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick

I have only recently bought this lipstick as I wanted a nice pink lipstick and just
decided to give this one a go! I was definitely impressed as it went on nice and smooth.
I definitely want to purchase more colors of this lipstick. Also comes out with just the right
amount of pigment. | £7.19

 Rimmel Vinyl Lipgloss

My favourite drugstore lipgloss! If you're looking for a natural everyday lipgloss,
this one is perfect.  This applicator is very easy to use for a quick reapply, the
formula is not too sticky and feels lovely on the lips.  This is my favourite shade
'Take A Chance' which I have a repurchased a few times.
Definitely recommend this lipgloss, also a great price! | £4.99

Hope this helped, I definitely recommend all of these products!

Comment below your favourite drugstore makeup product.

Alanah

xxx