Products Used

Primer- No7 airbrush primer

Foundation- Georgio Armani luminous silk shade 3

Concealer- Maybelline eye eraser shade 1

Powder- Chanel translucent loose finishing powder

Contour- Anastasia Beverly Hills powder contour kit, light

Blush- Benefit coralista

Highlighter- The Balm, Mary Lou manizer

Brows- Benefit precisely my brow shade 3, Benefit gimme brow shade 3

Eyeshadow- Chanel eyeshadow quad (les 4 ombres)- mix of the 3 brown shades

Eyeliner- Kat von Dee tattoo liner

Water line liner- Rimmel kajal eyeliner

Mascara- Top, Lancome Grandiose mascara, Bottom, Estee Lauder double wear mascara

Lipstick- Revlon pink in the afternoon lipstick

Once your happy with your base, I applied a strong contour to try and recreate the incredible cheekbones of all the 60's French girls I adore so much (well trying my best anyway!) and add a pop of coral coloured blush on the apples of my cheeks alongside a subtle highlight- you don't want to go too glittery, try and keep it more on the natural side.

I filled in my brows and then it's onto the most important part- the eyes! First I applied a light cream shade all across the lids and up to the eyebrow. Then once the base was applied I used a small pencil eyeshadow brush (the zoeva one is fab) and applied a light beige shade in the crease. Sixties girls loved a really defined crease line, so place the brush in your socket line and use light strokes back and forth until you achieve a defined line- it should extend slightly to mimic your cat eye flick. Once you've got the line sorted build up the colour using darker brown shades until it's much more dramatic. Try not to blend it either, I know it seems weird leaving such a defined line on your crease but if you blend it out you'll lose that sixties look. Then apply your cat eye flick- I wish I could tell you some magic trick on how to get it right but it really just takes practice. I would say make sure your elbow is firmly on a surface to steady your hand and take your time! For a sixties shape I tend to point the flick downwards a bit before flicking it out- this really opens up your eyes too.

Then I popped a nude eyeliner in the water line- opt for white if you really want a dramatic sixties look and now onto lashes, my favourite part. I use the Troy Surratt eyelash curlers (THE best curlers ever!!!) to really point the lashes upwards. Then I apply lashings of Lancome grandiose mascara- I haven't found a mascara that can top this and its 100% worth the splurge (save up your boots points and buy the mascara gift set before Christmas!). Then I use double wear mascara on the bottom lashes as I find this doesn't smudge and has a much smaller wand so it's great for catching all the small lashes on your bottom lash line. Jane Birkin in particular is known for her dolly like bottom lashes so try and apply a few coats to really make them stand out.

Add a pop of Revlon lipstick (the shade used my Audrey in Breakfast at Tiffanies nonetheless) and your done! It's a pretty easy look to create, yet is so effective at making your eyes look much bigger and giving you that modern sixties look. If you want to make it even more dramatic you could add a red lip- perfect for Christmas parties- but I like to stick to a coral/pink shade for a softer sixties look.

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It's finally December! I can't believe how fast this year has flown by, but whenever this time of year comes around I can't contain my excitement. I absolutely, utterly and completely adore Christmas! I am just the ultimate Christmas fan girl (if that was even a thing). I just love how cosy, warm and beautiful everything looks. There's something almost magical about walking home on a cold winter night, when the streets are lined with twinkling lights, and opening the door to your flat to find festive cheer sprinkled everywhere. I love nothing more than putting the Christmas lights on, lighting literally every candle I own, cuddling up with a hot chocolate and mince pie and watching endless Christmas movies. I'm obsessed ok! Last night my boyfriend and I decorated our tree and living room whilst listening to my ultimate Christmas playlist (Sleigh Ride by The Ronettes is everything!) and it just made me feel so warm and fuzzy inside.

So when it comes to outfit choices, my love for all things festive obviously has to shine through. Nothing screams Christmas vibes to me more than red, and this jumper from Joanie Clothing is one of my favourite things in my wardrobe right now. I can't stop wearing it! The cherry red colour is just gorgeous, the embroidery and font are amazing and its so super soft. It's like my own Bella freud but without the hefty price tag and I can't thank Joanie enough for letting this be in my life! I teamed it up with this amazing skirt I bought recently from Darling London. I actually bought this from a little boutique when I was in the New Forest and as soon as I saw it in the window I knew it was just me all over. The Chanel tweed like fabric, the gorgeous gold button detailing, THE perfect A line shape- it's just everything. I love the gorgeous shine and texture to the fabric too, it adds that perfect festive twist to a classic black skirt. I then added this cute little leopard print bag from Ted Baker just to add a pop of print to the look- and let's face it nothing goes better than red and leopard print! Then by adding some plain black ankle boots from Next ( similar here) my festive inspired outfit is complete! I can definitely see myself wearing this ensemble on Christmas Day. It's super comfy and cosy yet looks like you've made just the right amount of effort.

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Check out my Christmas Spotify playlist!

The room was filled with Gorgeous Joanie accessories- the pearl handbag is most definitely on my wish list- and of course rails of their dreamy clothes. I absolutely loved this stripy top with the cutest peter pan collar, it's just the perfect everyday piece that I have to have in my wardrobe and teamed with this red heart shaped bag- absolute perfection! There's also the most perfect black pinafore dress hitting their site soon which I will definitely be snapping up asap- the perfect layering piece to add to blouses and polo necks! Let's face it, their entire collection is just to die for and I really think there is something for everyone to fall in love with.

First we had a little drive around just to take in all the incredible views. It was literally like something from a fairytale. Acres of gorgeous autumnal trees that were just breath taking. Every corner you turned there were groups of wild horses galloping around which was pretty surreal to see. As the weather was pretty chilly over the weekend I brought along this amazing vintage leopard print coat I found recently at a vintage fair. The last thing I need in my wardrobe is another coat, but as soon as I saw it I knew it was the leopard print coat of dreams and had to snap it up! I teamed it up with this beautiful blue blouse from the latest Archive by Alexa range at Marks and Spencer which has the most amazing ruffle detailing. To keep things extra cosy I also wore my little vintage fur hat. How cute is it?! I am obsessed with this hat for winter. I think the light blonde colour goes so well with my hair colour and every time I wear it I feel like a 60's french girl which is always a massive bonus.

I managed to fit in a little horse riding while I was there too. I used to horse ride regularly in my teens but haven't done it for years so decided to give it another go. I absolutely loved it! There's something so amazing about horse riding on a crisp morning in the most gorgeous countryside.