January Favourites

January has been such a quick little month! It has just flown by! It hasn't been the best month but thanks to Christmas, I have had so much to love!

So lets get into it!

Beauty

 Zoella Wonder Hand

I got this as a Christmas present and I am in love! I don't really get dry skin so I've never been big on hand creams but I am converted. The scent is divine, the packaging is super cute and it is just addictive. I apply it literally 10 times a day. 

Maybelline Color Tattoo - Creme De Rose

I received so many eyeshadows for Christmas and this has been my base of choice. The colour is perfect for giving a completely soft, matte, smooth base and ensures that any shadows I apply on top are completely true to colour. It also looks great alone so this really is a great product. For a full review, have a look a few posts back!

Collection Contour Kit 

I picked this up simply because it was £2.99, such a delicious bargain that I had to have. Ive been loving my Benefit Hoola but I was going through it so quickly that I decided I needed a cheaper alternative to wear on a day to day basis. I love this, the contour is so natural looking and easy to apply. The highlight is nice too but I feel like its a little too shimmery for me.

Music

Panic! At The Disco - Death Of A Bachelor

January in my opinion has been terrible for music, nothing has caught my eye other than this little master piece by Panic! This album is like a beautiful little piece of nostalgia and I'm loving it. My previous blog post is a review of this album, if you're interested!

TV Shows

Pretty Little Liars - Season Six

Everyone loves PLL this is no surprise and it is probably in almost everybody's favourites, I don't want to be boring but it is amazing and it is a favourite. Its killing me to wait a whole week between episodes! So annoying!

Shadow Hunters

Shadow Hunters is a new Netflix original based on The Mortal Instruments book series, I am a fan of the books and I loved the movie so I was super excited to see this. Its not as good as id hoped it would be but I'm still finding myself super excited for it to be on every Wednesday so I must like it!

Books

Extraordinary Means

I cannot tell you how bloody much I loved this book, I was full on addicted for two days. I read it so quickly! And I was heartbroken once it was over. Im still upset that I cant keep reading. It is a sad book but it is mostly about love and hope, its beautiful and you need to read it!

Youtuber

Miss Budget Beauty

Miss Budget Beauty has a beautiful family, a cute dog, shows affordable products and is most importantly, so relatable! I feel like I could know her, she is normal but also charming and lovely. I get so excited when she posts a new video, check her out!

Thanks for taking the time to see what I've been loving this past month, what have you guys been loving?

September Favourites

I like to try and have a favourite for every area but this month, not so much. I have a weird bunch of favourites ranging from lifestyle choices to music I never thought I would like, I love reading/watching monthly favourites as it help me find new things that I wouldn't have found otherwise so I hope my favourites can do the same for you! 

Music

Carly Rae Jepsen - Emotion 

I have been anticipating this album for such a long time. I listened to her first album on repeat over and over again for so long and this album is no different. If I'm being honest, her first album was better in my opinion but this album is pretty awesome too. Im loving the 80's themes and the fact that every song is such feel good loveliness, my favourite track is probably.... "Gimme Love"

My only criticism is that she slowly released the tracks as promos in the lead up to the albums release meaning that I already knew over half the album before it even came out. It did take away some of the excitement. 

Bring Me The Horizon - That's The Spirit

I have never liked Bring Me The Horizon, even during my little emo teen phase; I never liked it. So when this album came out I really paid no attention but my boyfriend who also never liked them for some reason decided to give it a listen. He loved it and forced me to give it a go.

It is such a good album! So different from the bands other releases and for me, in a good way. Im sure  die hard fans won't be as impressed with the change but I think it was completely for the best. 

TV Show

Switched at Birth

I started watching this series years ago and never finished it. I recently re subscribed to Now TV and realised all the seasons were available, I was super excited. I started from the beginning to make sure I wouldn't miss anything and I am now on season two, it is such a great show about two girls learning who they really are. It is a favourite that will continue into October for sure. 

Food/Lifestyle

For just over a week now my boyfriend and I have been vegetarians. It is partly to do with being healthier and partly because I don't agree with killing animals for food. I am a very fussy eater and I'm sure there will be times when there is nothing else available to me and I will have to eat meat and I'm trying not to feel bad about that. I have an unhealthy relationship with food, the best way to describe it is that I have a "phobia", I can't eat fruits or salads because the thought of it makes me feel physically sick and I am only able to eat a few vegetables so this makes it extremely hard to be a vegetarian.

I have been really loving halloumi burgers, I grill a huge slab of halloumi and have it in a bun with tortilla chips and chipotle mayo. It is so delicious. 

Make-Up

Kiko Milano Cosmetics

A Kiko store has just opened up at my local shopping centre and I picked up a few bits. I am in love. Ive been wearing the nail polish everyday since I bought it and it stays chip free for ages! Its incredible. I have a review of all these products up, posted a weeks or so ago so have a look back on that to see my thoughts!

MUA Single Shadows

I get so many compliments when I wear these shadows! They are so pigmented and bold, I especially love the "Copper" shade which is on my second front the left finger. I also have a review of these bad boys up a fews weeks back!

UN-Favourite of the Month

When this was out in cinemas, I wanted to see it so bad but I never got around to it. Its been out on DVD for some time and I have been waiting till it was closer to halloween to buy it (its halloween themed), I bought it the other day and I was soooooo excited to watch it. I was so let down, it was awful. The story was rubbish, the music was rubbish, it was all just rubbish. So much so that I fell asleep and missed the end! 

Recommend me your halloween favourites in the comments! I need some new loves!

August Favourites

August has felt like the longest month, I've been endlessly bored while being endlessly stressed and annoyed. I am so happy to say goodbye to this month, saying this though, I have managed to find some amazing favourites! 

Since it has been such a crappy month, I have mostly (actually all) comfort favourites and by that I mean favourites for lazy people who need cheering up. 

Movie: Kingsman - The Secret Service

Kingman was released on DVD this month and I just had to buy it since I loved it so much when I saw it in the cinema when it was first released. I never thought I would like this film because it looked quite boyish and I'm not a fan of secret agent/spy type films but it is from the makers of Kick Ass (which I love) so I watched it and was so pleasantly surprised! I will be re-watching this for a while! Great addition to my film collection.

TV Show: Gossip Girl

I seem to have watched everything on the whole of Netflix so I started watching Gossip Girl...again. I  was addicted to Gossip Girl when it was first aired but I missed the last few seasons so I thought why not just watch it all again. Im loving it even more the second time and I think I missed more than I released so I am so glad I decided to re-watch it. I have a major girl crush on Jenny Humphrey (Taylor Momsen)

Food: Cadburys Marvellous Creations Ice Cream

Too many times this month, my boyfriend and I have found ourselves sharing a huge tub of ice cream. These bad boys have been half price in our local shop so I obviously had to try every flavour, the popping candy flavour is literally incredible. These ice creams are so full of sweets, chocolate and marshmallows with toppings in every bite. I would go as far as to say that they are better than Ben and Jerrys.

Book: All The Bright Places

This is quite possibly the most incredibly beautiful book I have ever read and I loved every second of it. I posted a review of this just a few posts ago so have a look back on that for more information!

Youtuber/Blogger: Jim Chapman

I have seen Jim in so many other youtubers videos, mainly in his fiancé Tanya Burrs videos. But recently I have been watching Jims own vlogs and they are so cute! His new puppy Martha, is the main attraction in his recent videos and she is just the most adorable little thing. Jim is super funny and relatable, if you don't already watch him, you should. Like now.

Music: Melanie Martinez - Cry Baby

My main august addiction has been this album. It is the best thing I have heard in such a long time. I have posted countless posts on Melanie recently including an album review of this album so please, please, please look back over them so that you can also fall madly in love with her just like I have.

Random Favourite! Pym!

Last month our beloved hamster Bane passed away, he died of old age and he lived life pampered and loved. He did however, leave a hamster shaped hole in our hearts so welcome, Pym! This photo is not of Pym because he will not stay still long enough to take one but this little guy looks very similar. He is a Roborovski Hamster, he is unbelievably tiny, fast and playful. He loves to dig, throw his food everywhere and run in his wheel until he flips out of it. He is a little monster which we love because he reminds us so much of Bane with his cheeky nature, he will never be able to replace Bane but he is such a little cutie and already feels like part of the family! 

And thats everything for the month of August! It has been a hard month and I'm not sure September will be much better but he's hoping! I hope you all have had a great month, see you in September!

July Favourites

I had hoped to make a monthly favourites post, you know, every month. But apparently for the last few months I failed at that basic task but I am determined to start them up again! 

This month however, will have a few gaps...I haven't managed to find a beauty favourite this month because frankly, I haven't had the time. This fact depressed me to no end but I aim to have double for next month!

I also don't have a movie favourite, is it just me or have new releases been pretty terrible recently? I saw Ant Man which I really enjoyed but I don't think it is favourites worthy. Other than that, I have been thoroughly disappointed this month. Sort it out Hollywood!

But, fear not, I still have some amazing favourites to share!

Music: Carly Rae Jepsen - Emotion

I have already yapped on about this in my Playlist post but i'll do it again because it's that good and I'm that excited. The album isn't even released yet and I'm in love, the tracks that have so far been released are pure heavenly genius. I am literally shaking with anticipation and I already know it is going to be an insane album! 

Pre-Order The Album Here.

TV Show: Daredevil - Season 1

I know most of the world have already watched this and moved on but for my boyfriend and I, we only just got around to it and it was a whirlwind week of binge watching well worth it. Something Marvel is always missing for me, is a bit of blood and torture, just a little bit more dark and intense. This show brings it and more! I can not wait for season 2!

The Originals - Season 2

I've given up on The Vampire Diaries, it all just got too silly. I'm dead, I'm not, I'm dead, I'm not. It became just endless crap really. I watched Season 1 of The Originals thinking it would be as awful as The Vampire Diaries has become but actually, I really liked it. Liked but not loved. Then when Season 2 came to Netflix I though id give it a watch, to fill the time but I was so pleasantly surprised! It was gripping from beginning to end and I binge watched until 4am on multiple occasions because I was so addicted. I'm so sad it's over. 

Youtuber/Bloggers: VelvetGhost

VelvetGhost is the alias of youtuber, Gabriella Lindley. Ive watched Gabby for well over a year and have always liked her but recently she has been receiving a lot of unwarranted hate. Her recent move to London has been the focus of her blogs of late and I have been loving them! Poor Gabby could do with some love so please go give her some! 

Watch Gabby Here.

Kathleen Lights

This girl is completely infectious! I only recently starting watching her and I think I've watched her whole back catalogue already. She is just so easy to watch and makes you feel like you are with a friend just chatting about your lives, finding new beauty products to love together. Kathleen is also undeniably gorgeous and I wish I was her tbh.

Watch Kathleen Here.

Well, that's July! Despite the string of crappy movies I have had the misfortune of seeing and the lack of new beauty products to enjoy, I have found and loved some pretty great stuff. I hope my favourites help you find your new obsession!

Thanks For Reading!

April Favourites

Jumping on the bandwagon and starting up the monthly favourites posts! I will be posting favourites for every month and will include make-up, movies, music, tv series, youtube/blogger and one unfavorite. 

I really love seeing peoples favourites because it opens you up to new things you may not her come across otherwise, I hope that my favourites can do that for you too!

I really enjoy reading but I don't always get a chance to read sadly, so some months I will also include a book favourite. I will try and stick to one favourite for each subject but I won't exclude awesome things just to keep to that order, so expect a little randomness! 

These are my favourites of the month...

Movie: Begin Again

Begin Again has been out for a while and I had wanted to see it but never get around to it until it was uploaded on Netflix, the boyfriend and myself saw it one evening and just thought why not! We were so happy we watched it! It was perfection! I found Mark Ruffalo strangely attractive and Keira Knightly was fantastic. The film is about a disgraced music producer and a small time singer getting together to make a unique album. The film was just magical beginning to end. Watch it, you won't be disappointed. 

Music: Hilary Duff - Sparks

I reviewed this a few weeks back to I won't go into too much detail but Hilary Duff is a favourite of mine all the time, every month, for my whole life. This song is amazing and I am shaking with excitement for the album to come out!

Lower Than Atlantis - Lower Than Atlantis

Lower Than Atlantis have been about for a good few years but I never found them too appealing. This is there self titled album and my boyfriend was suggested it on Spotify so he gave it a go. He loved it so of course, forced me to listen to it too and I also loved it! It is such a well rounded, smooth flowing, upbeat rock album. Every song is fantastic. Addicted. 

TV Show: Sons Of Anarchy

Again, something that never appealed to me but we had run out of things to watch and had been told how awesome it was so reluctantly decided to give it a go and now we are ADDICTED! It is insanely good, it may become one of my favourite series of all time. Every episode keeps you on the edge of your seat with your mouth hanging open. My heart pounds through almost every episode. I have also fallen in love with the main character Jax, played by Charlie Hunnam, he is pure scruffy sexiness. Look him up and let him become your new man crush. 

Make-Up: Roller Lash

I also reviewed this a few weeks back and I am still using it everyday and am more and more in love with every use. It makes my lashes look so long and fluttery and just beautiful. My sample size is almost gone and I will definitely be buying the full sized.

Rimmel Provocalips

I bought this Dare To Pink shaded a while ago to wear to my sisters engagement party and I didn't like it. I made the mistake of reapplying. This products down side is that it never wears off but sometime you just want to top up the colour but that makes it turn to goopy crumby grossness on your face. I have since learnt to just leave it alone, it claims to last 16 hrs which it honestly does so you just need to fight the urge to reapply it. It is such a good product for lazy people who need there lip colour to last all day without fading. Just keep applying the gloss end to keep it looking shiny.

Youtuber/Blogger: RachhLoves

I came across RachhLoves by accident and I'm so glad I did. She is so funny and down to earth, she's just a normal girl with a husband and a beautiful daughter. Her videos really feel like you are just chatting to a friend, I couldn't recommend her highly enough! 

Lastly, my month has been a big unfavorite for me. Full of stress, parking tickets and the death of one of my fur children. I really could do with all the love at the moment. Send me some please!

But something I thought I would mention is the movie Home.

It was horrible! Dreamworks movies are always great and I am such a big fan that I honestly thought I would love Home. But it was horrible. Insanely horrible. People actually took their kids and left the cinema because it was that bad. Please don't put yourself through the pain of watching this awful, Rihanna advertising pile of crap. 

So, as I said, I have had a bad month all together. I had my final hand in for my degree which was very stressful and now I have the worry of trying to find a job that being a Fine Art student didn't prepare me for and Moon Pig (one of my guinea pigs) died suddenly so the month ended with having to watch her in pain and watch her slip away. I hope next month brings me some luck. I hope you had a great month and if, like me you didn't, that next month is better!