February 2014 | 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...

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S/S '14 TRENDS: Pastel Eyes

Friday, February 28, 2014

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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KIKO Nails

Monday, February 24, 2014

Before moving to Spain, I'd heard a lot of buzz about the brand Kiko, but I had never seen it anywhere. So, when I saw a huge store on the Oxford Street equivalent of Madrid - I just had to take a peek inside. The shop is gorgeous, with makeup and nail polishes as far as the eye can see - and what's better - their products are extremely affordable. I only ended up picking up two polishes, but...

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What I've Been Loving #17

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Bourjois Colour Edition 24hr Cream Shadow in Petale de Glace / £6.99 Frosted, taupe, an all-over easy colour - sounds like a winner in my book. This cream-to-powder eyeshadow makes for easy wearing as it glides on effortlessly and blends well. Also, did I mention how much I like the colour? Revlon Colourburst Matte Balm in Elusive / £7.99 This has been my everyday lip colour ever since I got...

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The YSL Lipstick

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupté Lipstick in Shade 31 If you're anything like me, then you have always dreamed of owning your very own YSL lipstick. Well, my friends, I finally gave into my life-long desire and took the plunge. It was so hard to choose a colour - I nearly picked a nude-pink for everyday wear, but I wanted it to be special so I went for a bright pink from their Spring 2014 collection,...

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S/S '14 Trends: Graphic Liner

Friday, February 21, 2014

Over the last two weeks, we've already taken a look at two of S/S '14's hottest trends - the nude nail and the orange lip, but today it's all about the eyes. This season there has been a great focus on out-there eye makeup, and I've chosen 4 of my favourite looks to show you today. So, let's get cracking! Blue on Blue: There has been a lot of colour on the runway, but something that has stood...

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The Ultimate Hand Luxury

Thursday, February 20, 2014

We all spend so much time and money making sure our hair, body and face are kept in tip top shape, but many of us manage to neglect our hands. I am personally someone that always carries around hand cream, but about 90% of the time I forget to use it, meaning that my hands tend to miss out when it comes to their pamper session. Sure, your mitts absorb whatever you put on your face or body, but...

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Viva Glam Rihanna

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Rihanna, red lips and MAC are three of my favourite things, making my newest addition hard to beat. Viva Glam Rihanna is probably one of my favourite offerings from the Viva Glam line thus far, and has quickly been added to the top of my 'to wear' pile. Unlike RiRi Woo (also from MAC), this is a frost finish, meaning that it glides on beautifully, leaving you with a stunning bright lip - a...

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Sneak Peek: La Vida Madrileña

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

So, it's official - I live in Madrid! It's been a tough week but I'm starting to settle down and find my bearings. I've been taking advantage of the fact that classes don't start for another week, and have been sightseeing, shopping and consuming as much tapas as possible. As this is my beauty blog, I won't be talking about my spanish antics too much on here, but if you want to keep...

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The Ultimate Lip Saviours

Monday, February 17, 2014

Korres Lip Butter // Nuxe Rêve de Miel My lips have always been tricky to look after. They get so dry that they crack, peel, and are just generally pretty painful. Now don't get me wrong, I've tried pretty much every lip balm on the market - Vaseline, Chapstick, Nivea - I've tried the lot. I find with most lip balms you have to apply them 100 times a day - and ain't nobody got time for that...

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The Fragrance Shop Discovery Club

Sunday, February 16, 2014

The Fragrance Shop Discovery Club 5th Edition Fragrance Sample Box - £5* per quarter We are all familiar with the idea of beauty boxes - a one-off or a subscription service that arrives on your doorstep packed with beauty goodies ranging from skincare to makeup, haircare to nail care, with the odd lifestyle extra added in for good measure. However, we've never quite seen something like...

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Bedside Beauty

Saturday, February 15, 2014

If I could, I would have half of the kitchen sinks worth of skincare on my bedside table, but that's just not going to work, is it? Like many others, I go through cycles of products that I like to have close both morning and night, but due to all the travelling I've been doing lately, I've managed to dispose of any unnecessary products taking up space and just focus on the essentials. These...

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S/S Trends: Orange/Red Lips

Friday, February 14, 2014

Following on from last Fridays 'nude nail' instalment, today we're going to take a quick peek at another of S/S '14 trends - orange lips. Now I know, this isn't the most orange lipstick about, but 1) I wanted to make it as wearable as possible, and 2) It looked a lot more orange in store. From peach to vermillion, orange has made a huge comeback this season, and there's a hue out there to...

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