Primark Alphabet Top

My exams are over until June which I am so happy about even though I don't feel the exams went well which is frustrating because I think I've worked quite hard for them but there's nothing I can do about them now. So, to celebrate finishing them (good excuse) I went shopping with my mum and picked up this shirt from Primark for £12.

I saw Lily from LLYMLRS wearing this top on her blog and when I spotted it in store it looked so cute so I picked one up. I really love the pattern, I'm not really much of an animal person so even though I do own clothes with animal prints like owls and horses etc, it was nice to see something a little different.

Hope you're having a lovely day!

Victoria x

What's In My Shower?

Happy New Year! Thought I'd start there as I haven't actually blogged this year yet. I'm doing a little bit of a different post with a bit of a different format (fancy way of saying I've discovered the collage funtion). It's going to be short and sweet but I hope you enjoy it.

Shampoo 250ml - Usually £2.80 (currently reduced to £1.80)

Conditioner 250ml -Usually £2.80 (currently reduced to £1.80) 

(I know my conditioner is 500ml but I can't find it on the website sorry)

These are part of the Avon Advanced Techniques range and they have Moroccan argan oil in which was massive in the blogging world a couple of months ago. I love these products, they smell lovely and do exactly what they're supposed to do. They are so well priced as well, even when they aren't reduced I think the pricing is so good.

Soap and Glory Sugar Crush Body Wash 500ml - £6.50

I got this as a present and I'm really glad I did because I wouldn't have picked it up otherwise. It smells so delicious, it has a 'freshly squeezed lime fragrance'. It's really creamy and lathers up beautifully so it will last quite a long time, especially 500ml of it. I love the pump function because it means you don't get the water from the shower going into the product. Also, you can't not mention the packaging of a Soap and Glory product. I'm a sucker for cute packaging and S&G always get it right. 

And finally..

I have absolutely no idea what these are called so I'm going to go with 'Net Sponge'. You'll probably know what they are anyway but I had to mention it. I use these when using shower washes or gels because it makes things lather up so well so you only need to use a little bit and it goes a long way.

Anyone know what 'net sponges' are actually called?

Victoria x

p.s. These pictures are taken on the bathroom floor because it was the only place that the light was okay.

and a happy new year

Yes, I originally missed out the T in healthier - is that even grammatically correct?

Obviously there are loads of posts like this at the moment so I'm just going to go ahead and jump on the bandwagon. Plus, I once read that if you share your resolutions, you're more likely to keep them. I think they mean with your close real life people but the internet seems a good second best.

Looking at the resolutions I've chosen, they're all kind of health related. Except reading, but maybe even that's a matter of opinion. I do really want to use 2013 as a chance to get fit and healthy especially as I'm (hopefully) going to university in September. I want to go in the best shape because I've heard of the Freshman15. Apparently it's common to put on quite a bit of weight in the first year of uni because of being on your own, eating rubbish food and drinking a fair amount. This might be total rumours and lies but either way I want to know how to cook healthy food and look after myself.

These resolutions are most definitely starting on January 1st as to be completely honest I've been eating disgustingly and haven't exercised in ages. It's making me feel a little gross to be honest so I'M excited to get healthy.

I've absolutely loved 2012 and am actually really sad it's ending but 2013 holds the end of school, start of university, the summer, hopefully a girls holiday and everything in between.

I hope you have a wonderful time on New Years and that your year brings you happiness and everything you want. 

What are your resolutions?

Victoria x

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Topshop a la Primark

iphone photo = this quality

Top - Primark

Leggings - Primark

(I've finally decided to post again after a looooong absence. Basically, some people I know IRL found my blog and it put me off posting for a while. What are the chances, seriously?)

It's a common occurrence for me, wearing an all-primark outfit and here we have an excellent example. I had to post about these tops because I'm actually in love with them. We are probably all aware of the Topshop Geek t-shirt that everyone and their mothers owns. I really wanted to jump on the bandwagon and get one but no part of me was ever going to pay £18 for a t-shirt.  Dividing the price of the top by my hourly wage was a little too painful so I put it to the back of my mind and on I went.

Yesterday I went shopping for christmas presents with my brother (we only bought one pair of socks for my mum, Christmas is four days away. Send help) and as I was mooching around Primark I spotted the Nerd top. I picked one up straight away and honestly walked around smiling for ten minutes. Cue the Jerk top appearing. Such a good moment! £4 each is such a bargain in my eyes and they're so easy to wear. I've worn the Jerk top tucked into a tube skirt for a casual night out and in the outfit pictured above. (I promise I make sure my bum is covered at all time while wearing leggings!)

What do you make of these cheap alternatives?

If I don't post before, I hope you have the most wonderful Christmas however you're spending it. 

Victoria xx

Life Right Now

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So, do you remember about two blog posts ago when I said I'm back into blogging and am ready to blog consistently? Well, clearly that turned out to be a big fat lie. General life is getting in the way. I thought I'd just summarise things becuase sometimes it's just nice to know what's going on in someone elses (or keeping track of your own) life. I thought I'd structure this using headings which are questions everybody and their best friend has been asking lately.

"How far are you on your UCAS application?"

 I'm in my last year of school (how did this happen, seriously) and so everyone is finally having to put the post 18 plans that have always seemed so far away, into action. I've always been a little cocky when it came to my five year plan which has been in place since the second week of year nine. So really it serves me right that I completely changed my desired career/degree about two weeks before the majority of university open days were coming to a close. I have gone from fashion journalism to criminology. Luckily I've managed to sneak in three real open days and two independent visits. Crossing one off the list because I didn't like it, that gives me four universities to apply for so far. I am going to sneak another visit in next week and then hopefully I have my five.

All I need to do now is dust off my personal statement that I've had in draft mode for a month and tweak it and delete entire paragraphs to fit in the news ones I've had floating around in my head for a fortnight. Get it checked and double checked by three different teachers and two parents and then that's finished. Fill in my last little details (most of them), pay my ucas money and send it off. Then hopefully wait for some offers to roll in or cry about my lack of offers while eating some Ben and Jerrys frozen yoghurt in front of a fifth consecutive episode of NCIS.Who am I kidding? I'll be doing that whether universities send me offers or not.

"Have you started driving yet?"

I'm not proud of it but I'll be honest, my answers became a little snappy to this one. I just wasn't one of those people who wanted to drive the minute they turned 17, if that's you then good for you because hey, you'll be driving sooner, but please assume that after the 100th time of asking me that I will tell you when I start. I knew I wanted to learn before uni but I just didn't really mind when. However, I got asked this at work and in a bit of a busy panic told someone I was starting the next week. (A bread re-filling crisis apparently makes me spurt out lies, who knew? yep, bread crisis) This accidental lie meant I actually had to get around to booking some lessons, spend more than a months wages and hit the roads. My driving instructor is so lovely and I'm loving driving, even if I do feel a little awkward when seven cars are driving very slowly behind me. The clutch sometimes forgoes my mind and I'm definitely no stranger to stalling but so far so good.

"You out tonight?"

Honestly, probably not. It's cold and my family are too busy critiquing the Strictly dancers and perfecting our 'Severrrrrn'.  If it isn't Strictly, I'm probably meant to be doing some school work and/or revision so I'll definitely be on tumblr listening to Taylor swift. Aren't we all?

Hope you're having a wonderful week, 

Victoria xx

What's In My Makeup Bag?

My make up is all high street and this is pretty much what I wear daily. I also sometimes blend a moisturiser in with my foundation but I haven't pictured it because I have no loyalty whatsoever and just go with what's cheapest. I don't really bother doing anything different with my make up for school, one because I don't have time in the morning and two because it's school so..

What's In My Makeup Bag?

Maybelline False Lash Effect Mascara

Collection (formerly collection2000) Blusher in Breathless (on its last legs as you can see)

Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner 24hours in Intense Black 01

Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation in 100 Ivory

Collection Fast Stroke Liquid Eyeliner in Black (note: I haven't replaced this since they became Collection and I use it everyday, it's such a little bottle but goes so so far)

Collection Long Lasting Concealer (The name always rubs off so that might not be exact but it's a bit of a holy grail in the blogosphere so you've probably seen it before.)

KCO Eyebrow Filler Pencil - I think I must have got this at the Clothes Show because I don't remember buying it, I use it as an eyeliner not on my eyebrows.

If you've done a similar type post I'd love to have a look at it if you could leave me the link.

Hope you're well,

Victoria x

1 - Boots £24.99, New Look
2 - Beanie Hat £4.99, New Look
3 - Scarf £7.99, H&M
4 - Jumper £16.99, Internacionale
5 - Nails in Thorn £6.50, Topshop
6 - Nails in Domestic Goddess £6.50,Topshop
7 - Skirt £12.99, Internacionale

I'm back in the blogging game, just! It's taken a while but I'm starting to get excited about posting again. I have a few outfits in mind that I want to photograph and post but if I'm being completely honest my room is a mess at the moment so I need to deal with that first. Nevertheless, I'm still excited about this post as we've reached my favourite time of year and my favourite type of clothes.

The weather has taken a turn for the freezing cold and the rain is no stranger (is it ever?) so it's time to bring the knitwear back out and begin the coat hunt. To start us all off, I've put together an Autumn/Winter wishlist.

The plum and wine colours are everywhere right now, they're so beautiful and elegant and perfect for Autumn. I think I will definitely invest in that scarf and the more I stare at the skirt, the more I love it. Reminds me a little of an early season Blair Waldorf. Maybe that's just me.

What is on you're Autumn Winter wish list?

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend,

Victoria x