Brand Focus: Mally Beauty

Hi y’all!

Hope everyone is well.

Oh boy, February was insane! So much happening with family celebrations and work, and little to no time to blog!

I just want to start by saying THANK YOU for all the love and support I have been receiving from you guys! I am so lucky and blessed, to have a great community of excellent bloggers supporting me! For that and all THANK YOU!!!

I have always been into trying new make up brands, specially from Make up artists, that understand the importance of it.

I have heard of Mally when it came out, but only the past 2 months I have been using it, and let me tell you, it’s absolutely amazing!

Mally Beauty was created by Mally Roncal. I have seen her work before and her appearances in well known American shows, and she has the most attractive personality! She really comes across as a super passionate make up artist and I absolutely love it!

“Make-up is simply the accessory that allows someone’s true nature and beauty to outwardly manifest itself”
Mally Roncal

The packaging is divine and really quite appealing!

It is true what they say, you desire things with your eyes first.

All the blushers, powder foundations and eyeshadow pallets have a big mirror, so you can apply the product on the go, more precisely and with less risk of smudging it all over the place! – Been there, done that, so so many times now hahaha

I love pretty, shiny things, specially when you carry it around on your make up bag! 🙂

 

 

 

Yes the packaging is dreamy but what about the make up itself?

Eyeshadows: The colors are absolutely gorgeous! They are quite pigmented and last all day, without me using my primer. The eyeshadows are so light and they blend really well, it truly feels like a second skin! One of the best parts for me, is that you can remove the eyeshadows from the palette, either to replace it when you use it all, or simply to customize it to your own taste!

Blush: I have only purchased the Pink Glow Brush so far. Once again, it blends really well and truly gives you a glow! The blush also has a glittery side to it, which for a summer day makes you look radiant.

Eyeliner/Lipliner: Both are quite long lasting. I can easily apply them and they do not Smudge!!! I have a huge problem with raccoon eyes when using eyeliners hahaha.

I am actually quite excited to purchase the lip products and try them on, as I have heard wonders about it!

Have you got any product recommendations? I am always on the hunt for new brands to fall in love with! If so, just leave me a comment down below!

Lots of love,

Laurean x

3 shades of nail polish I’m rocking at the moment.

Hi y’all!

Nail polishes… I absolutely love them, but when it comes to painting my nails, I truly believe the brushes hate me!

Very rarely I can paint my nails and be completely wowed by my painting skills… As I said rarely hahaha.

Nonetheless, I keep going, as I hate the thought of sitting on a chair at the Nail bar and listening to some scary but entertaining conversation, by people less interesting that the conversation itself. Yeap I pass 😉

This are my favorite colors and possibly, nail polish brands!

 

When purchasing nail polishes, I always look for a wide applicator or a easy to spread one. That allows me to paint my nails with 3 strokes, without making it uneven.

I also have the weird tendency of chipping my nails a couple of hours after painting them **sigh** losing battle.

What I really love about the 3 nail polishes above is the fact that they actually, resist my destructive tendencies very well with no complaints. They also dry extra fast ans I rarely apply a second coat to reach the desirable colour. Unless, I’m going for the ‘In your face, I just got my nails done!’ kinda look.

Nails Inc (Wigmore Street), has come as an offer from Glamour Magazine (Bargain £2). The RRP for most products is: £14.

Lola (shade Blueberry): The brand is actually Spanish!! (love, love, love p.s I’m not Spanish 😛 ) In the uk you can buy it at M&S  RRP: £8

Rimmel London (Lasting finish Black Cab): Dries fast, lasts a long period of time and super affordable?! It works for me! RRP: £2.99

 

What nails are you rocking at the moment?

Lots of Love,

Laurean x

**Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own.**

 

Brand Focus – KORRES ❤

Hi y’all,

I have absolutely obsessing over Korres at the moment.

A couple of months ago, I was on the lookout for a foundation/s that is light, but that also provides a good medium coverage.

Since I have combination skin, heavy foundations are a big no-no.

I have read about Korres in Magazines, but never paid much interest and attention to it. One day, however, I was searching on ebay (as I do most of the time hahaha) and came across it. Some of the reviews I read were mixed so,  I decided to have an impulse buy and leave it out to faith.

I first ordered the Ginger and Vitamins foundation – my shade is LF4 – and oh boy! I am actually beyond pleased :).

The formula is super light and moisturizes my skin from morning to night! It contains SPF10.

2 months ago, I have decided to purchase the Wild Rose foundation -my shade is WRF4 – and same reaction.Super pleased with it. It actually is SPF20, which is great. Very easy to blend and it adapts to my skin colour very well. Once again very light on the skin and after a while, it feels like I’m not even wearing makeup.

Overall, I would recommend both foundations above, as I definitely will buy them again, besides the Packaging is soooo cute!

The price is super affordable, specially if you buy it on Ebay, from verified sellers. (Price range £ 5 to £8, depending on seller).

Just a note: One the facts that makes me love the brand so so so much, is the fact that it was created by a Greek couple and I love Greece!!! 🙂 Just click on Korres to visit they official Website.

Korres has range of makeup and skin & body care products. I am yet to try their lip care range as I heard wonders of it.

Get involved guys! Let me know if…

• Have you tried any Korres products yourself?
• What would you recommend?

Any other brands you think are awesome and I should give it a try?

Lots of Love,

Laurean x

**Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own.**

La la’s Wedding wonders

Weddings are so much fun!

You cry, you laugh, you just simply can’t stop smiling. True, isn’t it?

Growing up I didn’t attend a bunch of   weddings, as my mum was quite unsociable and still is! But the ones that I attended, weren’t exactly my dream wedding or a wedding I aspire to have. Well I suppose it does not matter, as I was only a guest! hahaha look at me being critical unintentionally. What matters is that they were happy and their day was great! (I think I just redeemed myself 😉 )

As you know I have a huge passion for Brides Magazine! They are simply the best, when it comes to creative ideas with a budge.

While browsing their online website I came across this fun creative ideas! Two for table lightning and One for a favour.

Jam Jar Light

“For a magical effect, twist a string of fairy lights into a jar.” Brides Magazine

*For the rest of instructions please press the image or this link!

Bright Light

Don’t you just love Barn weddings? I love Candles and the whole rustic ambience. I just love the feeling of it!

Candle table lights are definitely a nice touch to a wedding, either as a favour or a part of the decoration. Specially when they are home-made! They are effortless to make and carry a personalise part of you, since you invested your time on doing it!

Check this out!

 *For the rest of instructions please press the image or this link!

Bombon Jars

Sweets? Who doesn’t like them? Maybe your friend on a South Beach Diet, or perhaps that grumpy person that only loves salty foods. Oh well… SPOILERS. hahaha

Nonetheless, that shouldn’t stop you from using this idea, as a gift/favour to your beloved guests. Once again you can personalise its contents and the its exterior. There an infinite combinations of things you can put on a jar! From Bonbons, to proverbs, to salty peanuts, to nuts in general, to jokes!

You can choose whatever pleases you and what really fits the occasion! Just don’t forget to change the name of the Jar!

 *For the rest of instructions please press the image or this link!

For more creative ideas visit: Brides Magazine!

They have the utmost creative ideas for every type of Wedding! So if you are getting married any time soon, visit the website for more great ideas!

Do you have photos of your wedding? Ideas and tips you want to share! Drop me an emails with photos and your ideas, comment below or hashtag : #lalagoesbridal!

If you have an instagram follow me for more tips and ideas!

(Images: via)

Lots of love Laurean X

La La’s Beauty Favourites ( Lip WOW)

Hi y’all,

How is everyone coping a week after the beginning of 2014?

I just wanted to share my beauty selections for this month, as I have been recently shopping! Having one that knows me knows that I love and I mean LOVE Make up.

This month I have selected a couple of my favourite lipsticks.

The 1st one is:

• L’Oreal Colour Riche Anti-Ageing Serum Lipstick in the shades S202 and S302.                         

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am completely in love with this range from L’Oreal Paris. It is available in 15 shades and all of them very appealing indeed.

I am very worried about how my lips feel after, the application of lipsticks. Most lipsticks lack in moist  and leave the lips dry and horrible.

After applying for the first time (the shade s202, which is my favourite), my lips felt moist and hydrated. The colour lasted for 5 hours, as I was attending an event. I love dark colours on my lips, as it makes my face stands out and my eyes pop.

Love it!

The second lipstick I have been wearing quite a lot is:

• Max Factor Bewitching Coral (827)

What to say about it? I love Max Factor! They always have had a special place in my heart. I had my first blush ever, when I was 5 and it was from Max Factor. It was pink and adorable, but unfortunately it broke last month. I am 21 now, so the Brands durability and quality is unquestionable. Truly gutted. :(. Back to the topic, I LOVE THIS LIPSTICK! Once again it hydrates and moisturises my lips and the colour is vivacious and it stays for a heck of a long time! I simply love it! No need to be always retouching, even when dining out! This was a gift from my boyfriend, which knows me very well! hahaha Max Factor is simply the best!

 

Have you guys tried it? Any other suggestions that I should look upon? Any products that you love and wanna share? Leave a comment below and I shall give it a try!

Have an amazing Thursday!

Lots of Love Laurean X

 

(Images: via)

 

 

La La Happy New Year Y’all!!!!

 Happy new year my dear followers!!!

Thank you for all the support! I wish you guys all the happiness and success in your lives!!!

Honest love for all!!

Love you lots Laurean X

( Promise ring! Mind my cuticles!)

La La’s Ornate my wedding cake? Yes please!

Hi y’all,

Once again I bring you a selection of lovely ornamented cakes.

I can’t stress enough how all details count, when planning your wedding.

Without a shadow of doubt the cake is a show stopper in any reception! If you get the cake right, what else can go wrong? Well apart of 10000000000 – ad infinitum– things that can actually go wrong.

Nonetheless, the cake is THE CAKE!

Hope you guys find the following ideas inspiring!

Lots of Love Laurean X

(Images: Via)

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La La’s Things you should have in your tree or just around the house this Xmas

And that time of the year, is just 2 weeks away!

Now is the moment to start panicking, well my boyfriend already is.
Specially since I found out, what he had planned to give me.

Oopps, bad bad me. 🙂 Guess he is going that extra mile. At least I hope.
This is our 1st Xmas together 😀

Have you guys done everything and are all set to go? Only counting down now?

Its never too late to change your mind and make some changes! Have a look at this amazing pieces, that create an amazing close to heart-home feeling, and perhaps magical ambiance, that sets everyone in that festive moment.

Where to shop them?
Find bellow a list of the Online stores, that not only present you with a welcoming design, but instigate in you the compulsive buyer that was once asleep.

Based in the UK, they have gifts for all year round occasions. From weddings to other festivities!

• Monty’s Vintage Shop

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• Red Lilly

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• Mollie & Fred

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• Berry Red

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Lots of Love Laurean X

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La La’s 30 Ideas For a creative Wedding Favor Package

Hi y’all,

It feels like years since I last written a post. I have been really busy, trying to sort my life out.

No one told me that growing up was this complicated. Eventually things will get better, and I’m already quite thankful for the people I have in my life.

Okay, back to the post title: 30 Ideas For creative Wedding Favor Package!

As I bride you plan, everything in order for your day to be perfect and, many times that involves giving the best “customer service” to your guests.

After all, you want them to remember your great day and how much fun it was to be there.

Find these 30 creative boxed gifts that will make your day live in your guests’ minds.

For more inspirational ideas visit Martha Stewart Weddings !

Lots of Love  Laurean X

(Images: Via)

 

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La La’s Flower Wedding Cake Inspiration

Hi y’all,

Its your wedding day and all you want to do is Stand Out. No one likes to have that wedding that was similar to someone else’s, right?!

Every little detail must and counts! Why not have an unique cake, that will make not only a statement, but set your wedding apart from any other?

I have selected some inspirational ideas, for floral cake decorations. They are not for everyone and remember, you can always be creative with baking. No restrictions at all!

Lots of love Laurean X

 

 

(Images: Brides Magazine)

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