What Lysha Loves

Lace-up loving

09:12

As I mentioned in my previous post I am really liking lace-up shoes at the moment. Wearing heels all the time isn't practical to me (to ...

09:12

As I mentioned in my previous post I am really liking lace-up shoes at the moment. Wearing heels all the time isn't practical to me (to be honest I'd much prefer to be in flats) so I was after a pair of flat shoes which had the lace-up vibes.

I spotted a suede pair in Topshop which I really wanted to try on, but when I went in today to buy them I fell even more in love with this pair which were more structured and also leather. It's really important to me that shoes are structured because otherwise my feet are really uncomfortable. I also think they look so much better anyway.

These lace-up flats are from Topshop and have a leather patterned effect. There's also gold aglets which make them look much more interesting. I can wear them with jeans or a dress, maybe I could even get away with wearing them in the evening! Who knows, but what I do know is that these leather lace-up lovelies will be on my feet for a very long time from now.

Those Summer Nights

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Summer is always the season where I try my best to shove all of my black clothes to the back of my wardrobe and add a drop of colour to my o...

12:11

Summer is always the season where I try my best to shove all of my black clothes to the back of my wardrobe and add a drop of colour to my outfits. Especially on those Summer evenings where you wish to look both stylish but also don't want to be sweating like mad! I recently travelled to see my boyfriend in Worthing, and visited the most amazing Tapas restaurant. It was seriously delicious, I really recommend it to anyone who hasn't tried Tapas!

Anyway...back to my outfit. I chose an off the shoulder top and midi skirt which is so floaty I actually feel like such a princess. I paired this with my trusty Westwood and my favourite pair of heels. They are lace-ups, and even though they are everywhere you look recently, I absolutely love the look of them.

SHOES- Public Desire

SKIRT- Primark

BAG- Vivienne Westwood

What is your favourite Summer evening ensemble?

Alysha x

April Favourites

08:28

I haven't blogged in a while, I've literally been rushed off my feet! However, to start a clean slate and start to keep on to...

08:28

I haven't blogged in a while, I've literally been rushed off my feet! However, to start a clean slate and start to keep on top of the blog I thought I'd do a post on some of my favourite things I've discovered this month.

MAC Face and Body Foundation in C1

I ran out of my Studio Fix foundation which I got as a Christmas gift this month, it lasted me ages! I will never be sceptical about the price of MAC foundation again. Instead of paying £10 every month for a new Rimmel foundation like I used to, it's much better to pay a bit more and have it last you four months! My mam kindly bought me this instead of studio fix because it doesn't have SPF, meaning it doesn't make me look really pale in photos! It still gives the same great coverage and isn't as thick, definitely a favourite.

B Brush Cleanser

Lets just admit it right now that cleaning make-up brushes is a nightmare. Until my friend told me about this I always used to a really lazy job of shampooing them all and trying to dry them with the hardryer. This bottle is magic, all you do is spray the brushes and clean them with tissue or a cotton wool pad and it gets all the make-up out straight away! Cleaning brushes is now quite therapeutic so I do it a bit too much...

Garnier Micellar Water

I've finally jumped on the Micellar water band-wagon. My friend who is really clued up on beauty products told me how good it was, but I still just continued to use make-up wipes. I then decided to give it a go and it gets all the remaining make-up off, now I use it all the time!

My anniversary outfit

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DRESS: Topshop £45 This dress is longer at the back but just slightly, making it so unique. It's not what I usually go for with the ...

13:04

DRESS: Topshop £45

This dress is longer at the back but just slightly, making it so unique. It's not what I usually go for with the print but I thought it was sophisticated and fun at the same time, perfect for a night out in London!

BAG: Vivienne Westwood

A birthday present from my dad, this bag is my new best friend. Just the right size to fit in all the essentials and has a detachable shoulder strap with bright red patterned lining. Perfect for day-time or night!

SHOES: Public Desire £29.99

I do love lace-up shoes at the moment, and these were so reasonable! They did hurt quite a bit but it was the first time I wore them. I also have over the knee boots from Public Desire, which are very comfortable!

Illamasqua: Eye and Lip review

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When in London at the weekend I stopped off at Illamasqua. I've never tried their make-up before but with birthday money to spend a...

12:36

When in London at the weekend I stopped off at Illamasqua. I've never tried their make-up before but with birthday money to spend and a need for a new eye-liner I purchased some bits. The shop was immaculate and the staff were so helpful.

My first purchase was the lipstick in Bare. I normally wear very bright red lipsticks even during the day, so was after a lighter day-time shade to tone down my make-up palette. I tried a few before I found this shade and thought it was perfect. I've worn it for the past two days and with help of a lip primer it has stayed put!

Secondly I decided to buy the liquid eyeliner in Abyss. I normally use a £1.99 eyeliner from Superdrug so I thought I would treat myself to something a little more expensive. This eyeliner lasts all day and it is hands down the best one I have used. I will always buy this from now on!

To all you girls who love your make-up, I can't recommend these pieces enough.

AGC Women's Collection: Katie Knitwear

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When I first heard that Art Gallery Clothing were bringing out a limited edition women's range I was over the moon! Since coming acros...

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When I first heard that Art Gallery Clothing were bringing out a limited edition women's range I was over the moon! Since coming across them a few years ago I've always admired the flawless knits they do for men. I could never find any similar for women no matter where I looked. The problem was that even the knit I bought in the smallest size was still a bit too big (although I still wore it because I loved it!)

This Katie knit cardigan ticks all the boxes, presented in a luxe looking cream colour-way with stripe details. Not only does it look good but the fit is fabulous, giving me a waist and flattering my hips.

I finally bought it the other day after it was kindly reserved for me, and I'm so excited to give it it's debut! I am planning to wear it with high waisted trousers or a classic pencil skirt for a great 60's look.

Have you got any pieces from AGC?

Having a wonderful Christmas time!

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How did everyone spend their Christmas Day? Sharing gifts and precious memories with family is how I spent mine. Christmas is a special ti...

12:38

How did everyone spend their Christmas Day? Sharing gifts and precious memories with family is how I spent mine. Christmas is a special time for me to give treats to the ones I love and spend lots of quality time with family. Most of the time I am eating lots of lovely sweets in outrageously fluffy pajamas and watching cheesy Christmas TV!
I am so lucky, I've been spoiled over the past few days! I loved all of my gifts, and I now have gorgeous make-up and a make-up organiser! I also got a gorgeous coat which I never want to take off.
I also released my inner domestic goddess by helping my nana in the kitchen with the Christmas Dinner, I don't know how she does it all herself, it was delicious as usual!

I've been working lots over Christmas, so now I'm looking forward to travelling down south for a few days to spend New Year with my boyfriend and his family.

Hope you had a fabulous Christmas!