Marc By Marc Jacobs The Slim Watch €197 LINK! Logo letters mark the bright dial of this rose gold-tone Marc by Marc Jacobs watch. A petite date window details one side. Link band. Hinged-snap clasp.




Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac Bag €154 LINK! A petite Rebecca Minkoff bag in buttery soft leather. Studded metal feet and polished hardware add classic shine, and a zip secures the top. Optional cross-body chain strap. Lined interior with 2 pockets. Silver-tone hardware. Dust bag included.

Also love this version LINK!


GlamGlow Holiday Gift Set €58 (worth €113) LINK!
GIFT SEXY™ contains 3 Award Winning GLAMGLOW® mud treatments, including a full size 50g THIRSTYMUD™ HYDRATING TREATMENT, delivering instant, extreme hydration, a 15g YOUTHMUD® TINGLEXFOLIATE TREATMENT, providing super anti-aging antioxidants for tightening and exfoliating, as well as a 15g SUPERMUD® CLEARING TREATMENT, designed to fight all common skin concerns for mind-blowing results, leaving you with seemingly pore-less skin in minutes.


Essie Holiday Gift Set €15 LINK!

Looking for the perfect gift for the fashionista in your life.... whether it's your best friend, mom, sister or even yourself? The limited edition essie 2013 holiday gift set is your answer. This set of five mini essie polishes is the ultimate must-have gift for any occasion - use them at home take them to the salon. The essie 2013 holiday gift set includes five of Essie's iconic shades - ballet slippers, chinchilly, turquoise & caicos, forever yummy, wicked - each one works with any fabulous outfit and looks great all year long.


GHD Curve Classic Tong €143 LINK!

This has already sold out once- GHD are the best, long-lasting hair tools. GHD curve® has been developed to tackle the issue of curl-drop, allowing you to easily create gorgeous, shiny, healthier-looking curls that last around the clock. The secret to this is all down to the patented tri-zone technology® in the barrel. Six quick-thinking sensors heat up to, and maintain, a consistent temperature of 185°C – the optimal temperature for styling hair, so you can be confident of long-lasting results without damaging your hair.


Kate Spade Mini Bow Ring, Rose Gold $48 LINK!

Molecule 01 Eccentric Molecule 100ML  £65  LINK!
Molecule 01 is one of my favourite fragrances. It is completely unique and smells different on everyone. I am always asked which scent I am wearing and people always comment on how gorgeous is it. It's addictive, long wearing and seductive.


Soap & Glory Perfect Ten €20 LINK!

Soap & Glory's most fabulous collection of wearable colours ever assembled, in a must-have, limited edition ten-shade shadow palette. Just close your eyes, dust on, and dazzle ’em! A perfect dupe for Urban Decays Naked Palette.


Alpha H Liquid Gold €32-50 LINK!

Alpha-H Liquid Gold is a powerful resurfacing and firming treatment for diminishing wrinkles, pigmentation and sun damage. This multi action formula is enriched with silk proteins, liquorice extract and Glycolic Acid. It works to jump start the skin’s metabolism, tightening enlarged pores and giving a brighter, clearer complexion.

Charlotte Tilbury Sculpt & Highlight Set €223 LINK!

Legendary makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury has put together six of her signature face and body products to create the ultimate sculpting and highlighting set. These beauty wonders are designed to enhance your natural radiance and come with a canvas makeup bag to use when on the go.

 

Black is the new black and it will always be the new black.  This statement stands true for multiple reasons:

Black is the most flattering of all colours.  It is slimming and luxurious and gives off an overall polished look.

Black pieces can be paired with anything.  For example, a black top can be styled with any colour bottom.  Vice versa, a black bottom  – jeans, for instance — can be paired with any colour top.

Black looks good on everyone and can be dressed up or down yet still hold a quietly seductive look.

Black is always in style.  It can be worn with any trend at any time of year.

Black is simple and sophisticated. Wearing black makes people look more sophisticated and definitely lets your accessories stand out more.




Add a red lip a la Miranda , Try MAC Lady Danger





SHOP THE LOOK


Topshop High Waisted Leather Look Trousers LINK!
Topshop Leather Bag LINK!
Monki Tulle Black Skirt LINK!
River Island Leather Gilet LINK!
Dune 'Roxie' Black Ankle Bootie LINK!

Flared denims can exude stylish chic, as shown by the denim queen herself, Ms Palermo. A well-fitted pair that flare from the knee look wonderful when teamed with a classic blouse or a woolly jumper.

Always emphasise your height with stiletto heels, unless you can get away with some converse! Add a large tote bag for the finishing touch.











MOTO Clean-Cut Flared Jeans LINK!

Ashford Castle is a medieval castle that has been expanded over the centuries and is still expanding! (It closes in January 2015 for 3 months for renovations) and turned into a five star luxury hotel near Cong on the Mayo-Galway border, on the shore of Lough Corrib in Ireland. Ashford Castle is set in 350 acres of parkland,  It is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World organisation and was previously owned by the Guinness family.

                                                        The largest lake in Ireland, Lough Corrib

                                                     Secret gardens adorn the grounds of Ashford Castle

 

                                                                                           A rare clear blue sky in Mid-November

Ashford Castle's luxury accommodations are hugely spacious and all individually designed, with elegant period furnishings, sumptuous marble bathrooms and all the comforts of gracious living. Each bedroom has fantastic views either across the gardens, the river or of Lough Corrib.







Dining at Ashford Castle is an amazing experience, with Michelin Star head chef, Stefan Matz overseeing the The George V Room, Cullen's at the Cottage and the Connaught Room.

Afternoon Tea is a work of art and worth the €60 price. It includes the sumptuous desserts below and also scones, served with homemade lemon curd and a selection of jams, finger sandwiches of smoked salmon and chicken salad with a toasted almond crust.




Ashford Castle offers a huge range of activities, from walks within the 350 acre estate, golfing on Ashford's 9-hole course, to fishing for trout and salmon on Lough Corrib and lake cruises. We went on the cruise and it's a fabulous way to see the vast Lough Corrib and also learn some of the Castle's interesting history- Ashford Castle also has one of the most advanced Equestrian Centres in the country and has Ireland's first Falconry School offering the rare opportunity to handle birds of prey.

 

For rainy days, Ashford has a health and beauty centre equipped with whirlpool, steam-room and sauna and a full range of beauty treatments using exclusive Yonka products. The only downside is there is no swimming pool, which is unusual for a 5 star hotel.

Spectacular in every way.



Prices start from €88pppn B&B Midweek LINK!
Weekend rates €155pppn


-Visit LINK! for details -

A cape is a great way to add elegance and stylish retro vibe to your Winter wardrobe. Perfect for transition periods , not that practical (unless you can find a cape with splits for moving your arms) like this Reiss Cape, but undeniably a striking outerwear for those who want an alternative to the classic Winter coat.

 

There’s a reason why camel is the signature shade- Something about this classic neutral shade brings a luxe, well-made feel to any piece, no matter the price point. As a bonus, it meshes well with nearly every other colour in your wardrobe.  This Reiss Cape is beautifully made and will last a lifetime. At €355, It is definitely more of an investment piece. 

 

 

 

 

The most recognizable cape has to be Burberry’s customizable poncho & Topshop have a great selection of ponchos starting at £28.

 

Reiss Dark Mint Tailored Cape LINK!

Ted Baker @ ASOS Minimalist Camel Cape LINK!

Topshop Blanket Cape LINK!

 

 

 

 

The most amazing skincare product I have ever used!

The main ingredient in the product is a naturally-derived substance from the sugar cane plant called glycolic acid.  Liquid Gold contains 10% glycolic acid, which gently works to dissolve the fats that are binding the dead skin cells on the upper layers of your skin together, so that they are easily removed to reveal the fresher, younger, and more healthy looking skin cells below. Over time, this will reduce fine lines, pigmentation, scarring, soften wrinkles and generally improve the skin’s functioning.


It's the only skincare product I have ever used where I've seen a difference after one use. It really is that good.


Tom Ogden from Alpha H explains the benefits and uses of Liquid Gold

'One of the best things about this product is that it is suitable for pretty much every skin type, even you sensitive folk. If you do have sensitive skin, it’s recommended that you apply the product
to a cotton pad dampened with a small amount of water before applying to your skin to begin with so the solution is slightly diluted and your skin can become accustomed to it – there should be a slight tingling sensation for a moment, which shows the product is working and should not be feared (in fact you will probably come to love that tingling sensation as most do, myself included). If you have more thickened or oily skin, you should be fine to apply Liquid Gold using a dry cotton pad.
The product should be used at night after cleansing with a non-foaming cleanser, 2-3 times per week on non-consecutive days and a least one day before/after any other glycolic or AHA type treatment'

Used like this, a bottle of Liquid Gold should last 3-4 months, making it great value for such a highly concentrated and results driven product.  To get the full benefits of the product, refrain from using any serums or moisturisers on the nights you use Liquid Gold to allow the product to get to work, loosening those dead skin cells uninterrupted.

Most people will see a result within 2 weeks and definitely within a month; many will also notice an immediate brightening, smoothing and mattifying effect as the product wipes away the already loosened surface dirt and dead cells. As I said, my skin was bright and smooth the very next day!

It is important to use a  moisturiser or foundation that has an SPF included in the formula to make sure you’re protecting those lovely new, plump skin cells from any UV damage (which will happen even in the Winter).

The best thing you could do for your skin. It comes in a 50ml €32.90 and 100ml €51.. LINK!

I would recommend the Balancing Cleanser too , it's amazingly soft on the skin, whilst removing all makeup, even mascara. I bought mine on HQhair.com. Special offer at the moment-Get 2x200ml cleansers for only €31  LINK!

Shop Olivia's favourites on Piperlime LINK!

How gorgeous is this bottle? Valentina Assoluto is a companion fragrance to the Valentina Eau de Parfum which was released a few years ago. Assoluto is a deeper version, sort of the evening fragrance whereas the Valentina EDP is the day fragrance

Key notes: bergamot, peach, white truffle, jasmine, tuberose, cedarwood, patchouli, oakmoss, Madagascar vanilla.

I am totally in love with the packaging.  I think the round bottle with the single large modernist flower is elegant and chic.  I also love the unique spray head, it’s a round ball topped with a flat round metallic coin. In terms of how the fragrance wears on me, It's not as long lasting as my all time favourite Narcisco Rodriques For Her EDP  but still a fabulous choice!

Valentino says ' A more sensual, seductive, and sophisticated interpretation of Valentina in a precious intimate atmosphere Valentina Assoluto stands for a modern heiress who knows how to play with her sensual aura. She is more intentionally seductive. She has something slightly provocative and dramatic in her attitude. Her magnetism remains unaffected but intense. She turns up her natural charm and distinction into a true power of attraction her new fragrance reflects her precious and intense feminitiy'

The Valentina Assoluto Collection includes: Eau De Parfum Spray €83 (50ml) , €108 for 80ml, (The perfume only comes in Eau de Parfum concentration)

 

 

WHERE TO BUY: Debenhams (currently on offer with 10% off) LINK!

Blair Eadie (Atlantic/Pacific) shows us how to perfect the tartan scarf. I picked up this exact scarf in Pennys/Primark for €6!! Perfect paired with black, grey or my favourite, stripes!















ALWAYS REMEMBER.....

For a well-balanced closet, the classic leopard print is a definite must-have. It’s a no-brainer choice when your outfit needs a little something extra, plus, with the right styling, you can wear it anywhere. Best of all, the print can be incorporated into most looks, via a coat, bag or pair of pumps! My personal favourite are these court shoes- just add a black dress, skirt or pants for the perfect match!




'Alina' Leopard Print Court Shoe LINK!

With her glowing skin and show-stopping smoky eyes, who wouldn't want to look like Millie Mackintosh?! Check out her transformation below...





So beautiful au natural

 

Get Her Makeup Look


Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder LINK!




Bobbi Brown Nude On Nude Palette LINK!



MAC Shy Girl LINK!



Millie Mackintosh 'Portobello' Lashes LINK!