Brilliant Benefit Jetset Review

Hello lovelies!

Long time no see and I apologise for that but I was snowed over with exam work and then Christmas happened and everything got busy.

But now whilst munching on my Christmas chocolates I thought I'd tell you about the new Benefit She's so Jetset kit I got as a present for Christmas.

I quite like this little box of stuff. I contains all the essentials for a half dressy half casual day look which can always be vamped up for a more glam look.
It also comes with a set of instructions for a nice smokey brown eye which I found really easy to follow and quick apply.

Here's what you get in the box:

• 4 shade eyeshadow palette
• Mini POREfessional, 7.5 mL, 0.24 US fl. oz
• Mini 'They’re real!' mascara, 4.0 g Net wt. 0.14 oz
• Face powder/highlighter with brush
• lip gloss in 'Life on the A list', 5.2 mL, 0.18 US fl. oz
• double-ended eye-shadow applicator

First up is the 'they're Real!' mascara. A nice little mini bottle very handy for travelling with and I did manage to produce some very long lashes with this product.

The kit comes with a primer to prep your face for make-up and this one, 'POREfessional', is a beaut. Although not as good as the l'ORÉAL Studio Secrets Professional primer in terms of pore coverage the Benefit primer is less heavy duty and smells wonderful!

The four shadows that come with the kit are nice and blendable to get a lovely brown and natural smokey eye for the daytime look.

 (Excuse the wrinkled and dry hand it's the Winter and moisturising is not my strong suit!)

I have to admit I'm not the biggest fan of lip glosses because I find them awfully sticky and my hair has a tendency to attach itself to my lips every time I wear some. But I do like this lippy primarily because of its amazing watermelon smell which is divine! It's a cute mini size which makes it perfect to pop in your bag on a night out.

Over all I have to say I'm a fan of this kit and it makes for a great last minute late Christmas present if you've managed to forget about anyone!

So that's it from me. Sorry about abandoning this blog for a while but I'm back and ready to go. Hope you are enjoying the festive season and aren't being drowned by rain as I am here in Ireland.

Thanks for reading,
Ciara.

Autumn Wishes

Hello lovelies!

Hope you've been enjoying your Friday as much as I have because not only does it mean the weekend for me, but the start of a week off of school, celebrations and travel.


Since we have officially moved into Autumn and all the shops have began introducing their Fall/Winter lines I thought I'd do a quick post on some of my favourites for this season, starting with collar clips. Recently I have began an obsession with these pretty specimens of class. They're perfect for dressing up a shirt or blouse for any occasion.

  

Now I'm not usually a watch person seeing as my phone can do all the time keeping for me, but I've grown a special attraction to this pretty rose gold beaut from  Michael Kors. Come to think of it I'm loving anything rose gold this season.

 


I'll also be stocking up on some great big jumpers to keep my warm in the freezing Irish weather this year. My plan is just to buy jumpers galore and pair them with dark jeans or black thick leggings and boots.
 



I've noticed this season high heels are fading out slowly and the return of the flat soled slipper, bootie and pump has come about; bringing joy to our feet at last. I welcome this new trend with open arms especially when these shoes are so pretty.
  

   

And last but not least what's Autumn without a brand new full on coat to wrap around yourself?

  





Well that just about sums up the kind of pieces I'll be going for this Autumn/Winter hope you enjoyed reading!

By the way next Wednesday I'm off to Glasgow with my friend to visit a university and do a spot of shopping so expect a better post next week.

Until then have a great weekend.



A quick note to say most of these items are from Topshop, Zara, and Asos, so pop on over to the sites to check out their latest collections.

Toffee Crisp Chocolate Chip Cookies

Today I'm giving you all a break from Fashion Week posts and I've decided to treat you to a yummy cookie recipe. Lately school and study work have been really heavy going so my friend and I wanted to drown our emotions in chocolate and cookie goodness and here's what we came up with.

Here's what you need;
2 Packets of Betty Crocker's Chocolate Chip Cookie mix
7 Pack of snack size Toffee Crisps
1 Tub of Betty Crocker's Chocolate Frosting
Water
Fudge Chunks

First of all you need to pre-heat the oven to 170 degrees Celcius and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper. 
Next you need to add tablespoons of water to a mixing bowl of the cookie mix while stirring at the same time.

 Keep adding water and stirring until it looks like this and is slightly sticky.

 

 Cut up the snack size toffee crisp bars into thirds about an inch thick and pad on a layer of the mix.

When you're finished the cookie balls should look like this.

Pop them into the oven for 17 minutes and let them cool for 5-10 minutes or else they'll be too gooey in the middle. When they're cooled you can frost them with chocolate deliciousness and fudge chunks and after that tuck in!

They are just perfect for a late night of movies and a cup o' tea.
Hope you enjoyed and will try them out.
Thanks for reading,
Ciara.

The last of New York Fashion Week

Okay so I'm sorry it's been nearly over a week since my last post but school has been a nightmare. Curse the Leaving Cert and all the work I have to put in! On top of all of that I have the worst cold/cough I've had in a while so my whole day today has consisted of Lemsip Lemon and Blackcurrant Max and making Irish notes for stuff I can't even understand in English. 

But enough of the pity party for me I'm here to talk about some more amazing pieces of pure gorgeousness that I saw during New York Fashion Week (which I just keep pretending I attended).

Zac Posen brought out the big guns in his Z -Spoke collection and I was impressed as always by his floral summer dresses and beautiful figure loving gowns in luxurious materials. Of course Naomi Campbell Erin O'Connor and Coco Rocha couldn't do any harm either! This collection has  got to be one of my all time favourites.







 


Of course I have to praise Vera Wang and her gorgeous layered laces, embellishment and brilliant colours. It's oh so sophisticated luxury.

 

 


 I have to say J. Mendel did a good job with his gorgeous gowns and plunging V neck cuts. I also love the flowing material and can never get enough of any of Medel's super feminine gowns. Anyone want to buy me a get well soon present?

 


 


And to top it all off Rodarte brought out some very new edge digital printing thigh splitting full length dresses. I don't know about you but I got a slightly chinese warrior-esque feel to this collection.






So right lads that's it from me about New York's best hope you enjoyed and it wasn't all too 'fashiony' for the average reader I tried my best to include lots of pictures!
Have a nice Sunday and thanks for reading,
Ciara.

P.S I don't own any of these photos my sourse is style.com