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New in my Make Up Bag #6

As fall comes around I think it's time to have a little shake up of the old make up bag!
So there's a few new items & a few return items in there this month.

By return items I mean products I've had a while that I've just rediscovered. I mean who doesn't love a good re-discovery!


I actually haven't been buying much make up as of late, especially as it's getting to that expensive time of year (Christmas is coming). So something I try to do quite regularly is empty my make up bag & select some different items of make up I haven't used for a while.
That way you actually get the use out of most of your make up!

So onto the items...


Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette is a good old favourite of mine. When I first got it I was OBSESSED with it for ages, as it was my first Naked palette! I think at this time of year it's nice to break out the warmer rose gold/ copper eyeshadow shades. Which is the whole concept of this palette!

Revlon Colorstay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat, now that's a mouthful. However it is worth it, as this product is definitely one you want on your radar! I have recently been having gel polish put on my nails, however when I'm doing my own nails this is my go to top coat. It gives me twice as much wear time with any nail polish. This nail polish formula is great too!

Benefit They're Real Eyeliner is ones I've just getting into. I'm still not totally into eyeliner, however I find this one really easy to use for someone lazy & out of practice like myself. It also wears for a very long time. My only issue is it's a little hard to remove.

MAC Lipstick in Hot Gossip, this was the first ever MAC lipstick that I purchased & it hasn't been doing much for a while. I must say though, I still love it! It's a really nice pinky nude shade, which works perfectly with my pale skin tone. I just really hope them don't ever remove this shade!

So what's new in your make up bags this fall??
Let me know in the comments!

Love Eve xx


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Zoeva Brushes

You can never have too many make up brushes, in my opinion!
So I recently decided to try a new brand of brushes, partly to see what the hype is about.

I know a lot of UK bloggers/ beauty vloggers love these brushes, which are by Zoeva.
They are a European company & that I first heard about a few years ago. They've gradually become more on the radar as the years have gone on.

I always thought their brushes looked really nice quality & their sets always looked really versatile.
So the set I got was the Rose Gold Brush Set.
Which comes with a selection of face & eye brushes.


The quality of the brushes differs with the material used. What I mean by this is that the synthetic  brushes are better quality & more durable than the natural hair brushes. The natural ones are the all white brushes & the synthetic have a duo fibre look. However I feel like this is just a standard thing with all brush brands.
I have also had a bit of shedding & breakage with the natural hair brushes.

On the flip side though some of my favourites are the natural hair brushes! Which surprised me.
I have also washed these brushes a few times now they wash & dry well, returning to their original shape. Which is what I expect from good brushes.

So shall we talk about my favourites for a minute?
The small angled brush has changed my brow game MASSIVELY. It's an amazing brush & I would recommend it to anyone after a new brow brush. I also really like the eyeshadow brush, it great for bending shadows together & into the crease. It's my new favourite eyeshadow brush. I also really like the angled blush brush.

Overall it's a great set, with a brush for pretty much everything! If you're thinking of getting it I would say go for it. I would definitely pick this kit over some of the Sigma kits out there (I own both).

So overall I really like them as a kit.
The set also comes with a travel bag, which is awesome too!



Love Eve xx



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What's in my Camera Backpack

I think most photographers are nosey when it comes to seeing other photographer's kit.
Well I am anyway (I'd just like to note not in a judgemental way)!

I did already do a video on what's in my basic camera bag, which I mostly use in nightclubs which you can check out here.
However I wanted to show you guys what kit is my camera backpack when I'm on a larger scale job.


1. Laptop
This might not always be necessary to take a laptop but on some jobs you get a little time to begin editing & hey if I'm already awake it saves me some work the next day.

2. Nikon D7100
This is my favourite camera & highest spec one that I own so that bad boy is reserved for the big jobs. Like weddings, video shoots etc.

3. Nikon Speedlight Flash Head
If you aren't shooting in studio, you can never really be definite about your lighting situation, so it always does to have a flash head at hand.

4. Different Lenses
I like to take a few different lenses with me on shoots so I can get a variety of different style images, don't go too crazy though!

5. LED top light
I tend to use these mostly when videoing, however you can use them for still photos too instead of a flash head. They create a nice drop off around the subject. I like to label mine up so people know it's a video too!

6. Tripod
Tripods are so damn useful in so many ways you should always have one with you!



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Bag Lovin #2

It's been a while since we had some bag lovin on this blog, so I'm bringing it back!
I got a new bag recently and am so happy with it I thought I would share it with you guys.

So the bag I got was a Michael Kors bag (I know, everyone has them now). I'll be honest I'd been eyeing the black version of this bag for a while. I really like quilted bags, but know I will never get my hands on a Chanel one, so I figured this was the next best thing!
Michael Kors make really good quality bags & they're soft leather ones are really nice.


So this bag is the Sloan Large quilted-leather should bag. You can get it in a few different colours, but I went for the grey. I went for this partly because it's something different as all my other bags are black & because I just really liked the grey. Grey still goes with everything, like black does.

So the bag itself is made of really nice quality soft leather. It has a shoulder strap with can either be used as two shorter handles or one cross body length handle. I prefer to use it with the two shorter, as it fits perfectly under your arm that way. This is great for anti-theft reasons.
Another thing I really like about this bag is the clasp, as it's not that easy to get into (again for anti-theft reasons this is great. PS can you tell I've had my purse stolen before!!)

My purse fits perfectly in this bag too, which is great as it's quite a large purse. The bag has two sections with a zip section in the middle, as well as the usual phone pockets & back zip. So there are plenty of places to put values, as well as essentials.

Overall it wasn't a cheap bag, but for me definitely worth the price.
I debated over this bag for a while, but the anti-theft features on it really sold me.
I still get super paranoid about my purse & phone getting stolen, but with this bag it's pretty much impossible.

What bag are you loving at the moment??

Love Eve xx
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Christmas Gift Guide: Him

Now it's time to get the guys Christmas presents sorted!
This list is going to have something for every guy in it.

Guys can sometimes be really hard to buy for, so hopefully these items give you some ideas on what to get them for Christmas.


Black Holdall Bag
A holdall is a great option for any guy, as they're very versatile bags. They can be used for work, travel, the gym anything really! This leather one is from River Island & costs £45.00.

Babyliss 10 in 1 Grooming System
Men's grooming is always a good way to go. This Babyliss one is great value for money! Available from Very for £20.00.
Even if they don't shave there is LOADS in the way of beard care now!

Givenchy Gentlemen Only Aftershave
A luxury aftershave is always a nice treat, for any guy. Just find out what sort of scent he likes & you're onto a winner. I love the smell of Givenchy's Gentlemen Only! Available at Boots UK, £45.50 for 50ml.

Polo Ralph Lauren Leather Wallet
Wallets are another great gift choice & if you're not sure what type they like go with something simple & classic like this one. Wallets also come at a huge variety of prices, so there's something to suit everyone budget. This one is available from ASOS for £59.00.

Michael Kors MK8372 Watch
A lot of men love watches & collect them, so they are another great option. If you're thinking of a high priced item I'd definitely go with a watch! I've picked a Michael Kors watch as they aren't too ridiculous on the price front, but still very nice watches! If you're up for spending some big bucks you could go with Omega or TAG Heuer. This Michael Kors watch is available from Selfridges for £229

An Experience Day
Always a winner, when it comes to gifts! Experience days are great, as they have something for everyone, whether they like cars or tasting wine! These do vary in price & you can buy they from various places & even get deals online from places such as Groupon!

If you have any other ideas, please leave them in the comments below for others to see!

Love Eve xx

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What's in my Pool Bag

I have done 'essential product' based posts in the past, but this one is slightly different.
This one this basically what I keep with me when I'm poolside on holiday.


Magazines/ Books
I don't read much when I'm at home, however it's a great pass time when you're just chilling on a sun lounger catching a tan. I like to read a variety of different things including topic specific magazines, books & ebooks on my iPhone.

Sun Cream
This really is a MUST for me, being so pale. Although it should be for anyone! Sun cream should be applied regularly if you're sitting out in the sun, especially after having a swim. I like to use Nivea sun creams for my body & am currently trialling Benefit's Dream Screen for my face.

Sunglasses
I have to wear sunglasses whenever the sun is out so I wouldn't be able to cope without these bad boys. In case I carry multiple sunglasses with me at any time.

Bottle of Water
This is again an important one! It's essential to drink water to stay hydrated when you're out in the sun. You will be sweating more & losing water quicker than normal, so drink up! If you are drinking alcohol it's still important to have water as alcohol will only aid in dehydration.

Hand Sanitiser
I take these everywhere will me, for so many reasons. Smelly, sticky sun creams, if you're eating or if you just want to refresh your hands it saves you a trip to the toilet.

Lip Balm
The sun drys out your skin in general, including your lips! Cracked, dry lips are not a good look.

iPhone
My hub for music, calm apps & books. Just an essential in life. Sorry not sorry.

Headphones
Linked to my previous item, the only way to listen to music around other people. There's nothing worse than someone playing music out loud, because let's be honest we don't all like the same things!

Let me know what's in your pool bag in the comments below.


Love Eve xx


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What's in my Clutch Bag

I love watching 'What's in my Bag' videos on youtube, but it's not very often people show us inside their clutch bags. So that's the topic of today's video!

My current favourite clutch bag is this nude one from River Island (I think it's still available on their website).
It's a great size, some clutch bags are just ridiculously small & useless as you can't fit anything in them.

So onto some of the things I have in my clutch bag:
- ID - my driving license.
- Money & Cards
- My iPhone
- Eye Drops
- Hand Sanitiser
- Lip Liner
- Lip Gloss
- Benadryl
- Mini Perfume
- Business Cards


What do you guys think? Am I missing anything I really need? Or is it all a bit too much?

Check out the video below:


Love Eve xx


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New In My Make Up Bag #4

It's time for another quick look inside my make up bag!

I have a few things I'm using a lot at the moment, so it's only fair to tell you guys about them.


Vaseline Pink Bubbly.
I've had this for a good while now but Vaseline tubs in general are a great thing to keep with you! This one I love because it has a really nice scent to it & it isn't tinted. I like the tinted ones but you can only really use them on the lips & I sometimes like to use Vaseline on other areas on the go (i.e. cuticles, elbows , knees).

L'Oreal Skin Perfection.
This product is a bit weird as it isn't labelled what it is but I use it like a primer. It has a really good blurring effect & minimises the appearance of pores.

Benefit Ultra Plush in Fauxmance.
This lip gloss is a new favourite! I got it in my Benefit Advent Calendar & only recently discovered how great it is. It's a great nude colour for me. I also like to layer this on top of either my Mac Lip Liner in Dervish or my new Kate Moss nude lipstick in 45.

MUA Blush in English Rose.
This is one of those blushes that I really don't reach for but I should. It's a bargain product that's for sure. I've had it a while so am making a point of using it but it goes off. Although I'm sure powder products last for ages!

No7 Lipstick in Chic.
This lipstick was one I actually got give by my mom, as she didn't use it. And I love it!
I am all about the nude lips at the moment & this is a really nice colour. The formulation of this lipstick is always amazing. It's not overly glossy and also very moisturising which is right up my street! Love love love!

Love Eve xx


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Bag loving: Make Up Bag

As a woman I love bags! Hence the name of this blog post!
So today we're going to kickstart this series with a make up bag.

This is a set of three make up bags by Soap & Glory. 
I've had these for over a year so I'm not 100% sure they still make them, but I'm sure if you google them you can pick them up somewhere.


The three bags you get variety in size. The smallest isn't pictured here, but is roughly the size of a coin purse. The use this one for smaller things like hairbands & bobby pins.
The second bag is the pink one depicted inside the largest bag this is ideal for make up brushes.

Lastly there is the largest bag which is transparent, which means it doubles up at the airport in your hand luggage (ps. it holds about three times more than those bloody sandwich bags you have to use at the airport). This bag is my favourite of the three, it's mostly clear plastic as well so it's easy to clean. It must also be pretty good at protecting your products as I've never had any break when travelling with this bag.


I love Soap & Glory's face & body products and their make up bags are no different.
So here's to my most loved make up bag & will be for years to come I'm sure!

Love Eve xx


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Health goodies!

Seeing as I didn't post a monthly favourites for March I thought I would do something a little different and do a health favourites.

Some of these items won't be useful to everyone due to some of the specific health problems I've been dealing with recently, but you never know!


Products in this video:
- Water
- Blueberries
- NeilMed Sinus Rinse
- Omega 3 Fish Oil
- Celluvisc Eye Drops
- Eye Bag
- Tea Pigs: Lemon & Ginger, Sweet Ginger & Super Fruit

Check out the video below:


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New in: My Make Up Bag #2

I'm back with another New in: My Make Up Bag!

Some of these products are new purchases that I'm loving whilst one is an old favourite!

Firstly I'm going to talk about the Maybelline The Eraser Eye Concealer.
There has been a ridiculous amount of hype around this product from everyone I watch on youtube, so I caved and purchased it.
I had put off buying this concealer for so long as I was convinced that there wasn't a shade light enough for my skin.
However I decided to give it a go anyway & compared it with my Dream Lumi concealer & the shade was the same and I can use that. So I figured it would work. I picked up the Light shade in case you were wondering, as that was the lightest shade.

I actually quite like this product, the applicator although not very hygienic makes application very easy. Be careful though, as a little goes a long way with this product.
That said though the coverage isn't as thick as I'd like. I get more coverage from my MAC Pro Longwear.


Next I'm going to go onto the Soap & Glory Thick & Fast Mascara.
I got this at Christmas in a Soap & Glory gift set,  although I have had this mascara before.
The wand is quite big, which I like for volume. However this mascara isn't great for curling but I just curl my lashes before application.

Lastly there's the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in 'Pink In The Afternoon', which is a good old favourite of mine. I love this natural pink shade. I think it really suits me & doesn't clash with my hair, which is great. I love the formulation of these lipsticks as they are really nice and moisturising too.

Let me know below what's new in your make up bag!

love Eve xx



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OOTD #3

A new outfit of the day!

I missed doing them for you guys.
So they're making a comeback, I'm also hoping to change up the backgrounds too this year!
(Which is sometimes a struggle with British weather, haha.)


I like to think of myself as the queen of casual, so this outfit is just a daytime look.
Me & my boyfriend actually went to Bicester Village & this is the outfit I wore.


Top: Topshop
Jacket: Topshop
Jeans: Topshop
(This isn't a Topshop ad I swear!)


Shoes: Nike
Watch: Michael Kors
Bag: Michael Kors
Rings: Thomas Sabo
Nails: NCLA Nail Paint in 'I only fly private'

Watch the video below:

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What's in my bag!

When it comes to accessories I love a good designer treat!
I somehow feel it's more justifiable, as I'll use them more. ;)

So my current bag of choice is this beauty.
This is the Michael Kors Susannah quilted leather large tote.

I love Michael Kors bags as they're designer but not overly expensive. You can also grab a bargain if you catch them on sale or at discount designer outlets.

I was looking for a larger day to day bag but not something huge and this is just perfect!
The leather is also amazingly soft & good quality.

To see what's inside watch the video below:

Love Eve xx

New in: my make up bag!

I have been trying to cut back on buying make up this year, just because there's only so much I can use at any one time!

However I decided to start a post called New in: My Make Up Bag.
So that when I do find little gems I can post about them for you guys!


I recently purchased two new MAC products. I really wanted to get hold of one of their neutral lip liners!
Obviously some of them were sold out (whirl) so i went with Dervish. All I can say is I LOVE IT!
Why have I never gotten into lip liners before!
This may become a problem, collecting lip liners!

I use it with most lipsticks I own & it's a great way to make them last longer.


I also decided to pick up a lipstick of a similar colour. The nearest I could find in stock was Twig. I'm surprised I haven't heard any bloggers talk about this shade before because it is beautiful!
A great browny nude!
(A little bit more brown than Dervish)

This is my current favourite lip combo, and I can't see that changing any time soon!
Expect to see these in a lot of videos!

love Eve xx

OOTD: Nautical Summer

Instalment number two of my OOTDs is here!
Firstly I'd like to apologise for the crap photos, they're screen grabs from the video. As I forgot to take proper photos :( 
(slaps wrist)

Anyway, so this ootd is a summer nautical theme which can easily be turned from day to night!


What I'm wearing:
- Shirt: Topshop
- Shorts: Superdry
- Bag: Michael Kors


Now here's the 'day to night' part.. just change up the shoes!

So primarily I'm wearing some casual Nike trainers..


Then I just change them for a pair of heels!

To stick with the nautical theme I thought I'd put on these espadrille wedges from Topshop!


Watch the video here: