Isobel Rose

#Bloguary Roundup!

Friday, February 28, 2014

So we've come to the end of #bloguary, and what a month it's been. At the beginning of January, I told myself that I would set myself the challenge to try and blog everyday for a month - and look where we've ended up! This month took a lot of planning and time, but I'm so glad that I managed to stick to it and see it through to the end. After nearly 3 years of blogging, Isobel Rose has come a long way, and I'm thrilled that I've managed to maintain a high level of content and creativity throughout. I hope you have all enjoyed #bloguary, and don't fret, I'll still be posting 2-3 times a week, if not more! Thank you for coming on this journey with me, and I hope you stick around to see what I've got planned for the upcoming months.

Isobel x

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S/S '14 TRENDS: Pastel Eyes

So, not only have we come to the end of #bloguary, but we have also come to the end of my S/S '14 Trends series. So far we've take a look at nude nails, orange lips, and graphic liner, and today we're going to focus on the pastel eye trend that was a staple on the runway for S/S '14. So what's the idea? Bare brows, a wash of colour and lashings of mascara - a perfect combination for the upcoming season. For this particular look, I used a gorgeous aqua colour from Sleek's Monaco i-Divine Palette and a few coats of Benefit 'They're Real' Mascara - easy peasy. You can go as sheer or as vibrant as you want - all you need is a fluffy brush and your favourite mascara to complete the look in a matter of minutes. If you're looking for brighter shadows, Sleek is really great, as their palettes are really affordable and excellent quality - and let's face it, you're not going to use a pastel purple or a creamy aqua everyday, so I wouldn't opt for a high-end brand. Is this a trend that you'll be trying out this season, or is it too out-there for you? What was you're favourite S/S '14 trend? Let me know in the comment section!

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Chanel Chance - Eau Tendre

Thursday, February 27, 2014

Back in the summer, I was browsing the aisles of Duty Free before heading to Australia - you know, in a real holiday mood - when I caught a whiff of this. I had always heard loads of great things about pretty much all of the Chanel fragrances, but had never really given one a go. The thing that caught my eye about this is it's beautiful packaging - simple, sleek and sophisticated. Currently Chanel offer three variations of the Chance Chanel scent, but the one what really got my nostrils tingling is this, the Eau Tendre edition. The scent is described as 'Grapefruit-Quince notes intertwine with Jasmine Absolute, warmed by the rounded and feminine note of White Musk.' Now who doesn't want a sniff of that? It has a sweet, fresh yet sophisticated feel about it, and has definitely become a permanent fixture on my dressing table.

CHANEL CHANCE EAU TENDRE 100ml - £74.00

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Burberry Rosewood

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Burberry Eyeshadow in 'Rosewood' - £22.50

If there ever was a shadow to beat them all, this beauty from Burberry would be a strong contender. Rosewood is simply gorgeous, it's what I would describe as a true taupe, the perfect blend of grey, brown and purple, that will look stunning on anyone. The texture? Smooth and buttery, now would you expect anything less from Burberry? Not only is the colour and texture beautiful, but the packaging is absolutely breath-taking. The shadow comes in a luxury black velvet pouch, made to protect the precious cargo stowed within. The eyeshadow casing itself has a nice amount of weight to it, confirming that the £20+ you handed over was 100% worth it. The opening is magnetic, adding to the luxury, and reveals a gorgeous shadow embossed in the classic Burberry check. I do understand that £22.50 is a ridiculous amount of money to spend on a single eyeshadow, but if you are looking to treat yourself, rest assured that you will be getting a truly amazing product that will last you a lifetime.

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Frizz Control

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

I have frizzy hair - there's no other word for it. Over the years I've tried a lot of products, but this offering from Aveda is definitely one of the best in my current arsenal. I've been using the Aveda Dry Remedy Oil for over a month now, and I can officially confirm that it does exactly what it says on the bottle. Aveda describes this lovely product as 'a 99.9% naturally derived, daily leave-in treatment that instantly moisturises dry hair and ends by 41%, with buriti oil, leaving hair soft, supple and shiny.' The amazing thing about this is that it really does seem to defrizz without flattening my hair too much or making it too greasy. It also makes it feel incredibly smooth and silky - basically it's a must have for daily frizz-fighting. Now this little 30ml bottle will set you back an impressive £17.50, but you only use a few drops every time, so it definitely goes a long way. I would highly recommend giving this a go if you battle the frizz on a daily basis, or is your hair just needs a good dose of TLC.

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