Homeware Wishlist

On Friday I shared with you my clothing wishlist of the moment and explained how every few months I want to just throw everything away and start afresh. Well today's post is similar in style to that but instead of clothes it's homeware. Every few months I look at my room and just want to clear it of everything and buy new furniture, bedding, lighting and accesories. So today I'm sharing with you a few things I'd love to get my hands on to redecorate my room.

White Pineapple Bookends- New Look £14.99
 The first thing that I've got my eye on is this pair of bookends from New Look. I've been looking for some pretty bookends that don't cost a fortune for a while and these are perfect. These are white gold and rose and would fit perfectly in with the theme I have going in my room at the moment. I'm not sure how I'd utilise these just yet as I'd like to use them to display some of my 'coffee table' books but I also like the idea of using them to display the books I'm reading during each month.

White Floral Double Duvet Cover- New Look £27.99
The next thing on my list is a duvet cover. I absolutely love buying new duvet covers and absolutely adore this one from New Look. It's perfect for what I hope is some upcoming warmer weather. It's pastel floral design isn't the usual design I'd go for but there's something about this pattern I can't get enough of. The only problem with this is the price. I don't have a problem with paying a little bit extra as it looks like it'll be good quality bedding but I just don't want to spend all that money just to spill coffee or lipstick over it like I do with most of my duvets.

Pale Pink Faux Succelent- New Look £3.99
And the last thing I've got my eye on from New Look is this faux succelent. What caught my attention was it's interesting colour. It's not like a lot of other succelents and that makes it more interesting to me. Plus is doesn't cost a lot and would stand out nicely amongst my other faux succelents that I aready own.

Copper Grid Five Shelf Wall Unit- Oliver Bonas £75
I'm not going to lie, I'm a big fan of rose gold/copper. And this wall unit from Oliver Bonas is right up my street. It's a five shelf hanging unit consisting of copper plated grids melded together to create this beautiful yet sturdy wall hanging unit. It does cost £75, something I'd definitely have to save up for but I can see it sitting perfectly in my room.

Lips Set Of Four Teaspoons- Oliver Bonas £22
Now this next one is a little bit OTT but you can't blame a girl. I am in no need of teaspoons but who am I to try and resist these extremely bougie but gorgeous teaspoons from Oliver Bonas. I'm not sure I'd even use these if I did buy them, they're just so pretty. These are definitely an item that'll be staying on my wishlist as I don't think I can justify them to my mum or trust my stepdad to use/wash them without breaking them.

 Large Solar Jewellery Stand- Oliver Bonas £58
I already a nice Oliver Bonas duper jewellery stand from Primark but I would happily pass that over if it meant I could have this in my life. Over the last year or so I've been obessesed with anythng space themed and this combines that with two of my other favourite obsessesions, marble and rose gold. For me and my budget it's a little over budget but god it's gorgeous and would look stunning sat on my mantel piece.

Copper Grid Nine Shelf Storage Unit- Oliver Bonas £265
Now this last one is more of one that I'd like to replicate to suit my budget but I thought I'd show it so you all get an idea of what I'm looking for. This empty shelving unit style is the kinda thing I'm looking for so I can showcase my books, skincare or (rather nerdy) collection of Funko Pop Vinyls. I like the idea of being able to put decorative baskets in each compartment to keep things tidy but then I also like the idea of just neatly piling my sweatshirts in one compartment as well. I am currently looking for something similar and budget friendly to add to my room. And all these online window shopping has made me really wish I had a seperate beauty room but alas I don't. 

Clothing Wishlist

 

Every few months I go through a phase where I want to throw away all my clothes and create a whole new wardrobe from scratch. And right now that urge is very strong, especially with all the new Spring releases seen throughout every store. So today I thought I'd share with you a few pieces that I've got my eye on and that may be joining my wardrobe after pay day.

 NASA Printed Hoodie- H&M £19.99
The first thing I've got my eye on is this white NASA hoodie. I spotted it a couple weeks back when I was shopping with Jasmin and instantly fell in love. Sure it's just a simple hoodie but it's uber soft to the touch and is something I feel like I'm missing in my wardrobe. And lately I've loved nothing more than wearing a oversized hoodie with jeans and converse or a casual slip on shoe. Now it's a little more than what I normally like to pay for my hoodies but the feel and quality of it when you see it in person makes it totally worth it's price tag.

Three Stand Necklace- H&M £6.99
Now I'm not usually one for accesories but yet again when I saw this in H&M, I was instantly drawn to it. It was shown on a bust as part of an accesories display and something about it caught my eye. It's a three layer necklace but only one clasp, a lot easier than wearing three seperate necklaces. And again I was surprised to see that I preferred it in gold than I did the silver when I normally only wear silver jewellery. This paired with a plain t-shirt, jeans, ankle boots and maybe even a leather jacket would look stunning and would be the perfect causal yet still stylish outfit.

Boohoo Moon Print Long Sleeved T-Shirt- £20
Boohoo wasn't a website I shopped from until recently but now I can't get enough. And at the moment, they have so many gorgeous t-shirts and jumpers which to a lot of people would look basic but to me are the easiest way to create an outfit. And this oversized long sleeved t-shirt with constellation print down the sleeves is one of them. I normally wouldn't go for something with a print down the sleeves like this but there's something about this top I'm drawn to and can easily see it paired with a pair of jeans and converse or some ankle boots for a relaxed vibe/outfit.

Blue Light Wash Short Denim Dungarees- New Look £25.99
One thing I want to add to my wardrobe every year and never do is a pair of dungarees. I think a pair of dungarees paired with a t-shirt and some converse is a simple yet stylish and comfortable outfit, especially through the Summer. And every year I say I'm going to get myself a pair and I never do. But this year is different and this pair from New Look is exactly the kind I'm looking for. They do these in a darker wash as well but I prefer them in the lighter wash, especially for the warmer months as it's going to keep that little bit cooler.

Grey Embrodied Lucky T-Shirt- New Look £8.99
And something that would accompany the dungarees perfectly is this grey t-shirt with lucky embrodied in red thread. There's a lot of t-shirts like this about at the moment with tons of different fonts, messages and slogans. A lot of them aren't very different to this one but I liked the colour combination of this one and think paired with some jeans and some converse or ankle boot would make a nice look that's relaxed but still looks like you've made an effort.

Orange Cross Body Satchel- New Look £17.99
And the last item on this wishlist is a bag that gives me slight Chloe vibes but is unique in it's own right. This cross body satchel from New Look is very bright but is perfect for being a standalone pop of colour in a look. It's not too large but still substantial enough to fit your everyday essentials in. And the silver hoop that is a faux edition to the fastening of the bag reminds me a lot of the Chloe Faye bag, a bag I've been ogling at for a while. And at £17.99 it's not to expensive but it's also not going to break as soon as you use it.

Top 5: Christmas Jumpers

Everywhere you look at the moment, there are Christmas jumpers. Cheesy, light up, classy, understated and just downright gaudy, I love them all. However with so many to choose from, I thought it best to whittle it down to my favourite five that I've seen around.

Black Gingerbread Fairisle Knit Christmas Jumper £15.99
The first jumper that has caught my eye this year is this adorable gingerbread man jumper from New Look. It's everything I'd personally look for in a Christmas jumper. It has gingerbread men, candy canes and a seasonal greeting, what else could you ask for in a Christms jumper? It's one of the most tasteful jumpers out there and comes in at a good price, even if you only wear it this festive season. I'm definitely going to see if I can get my hands on it when I'm in New Look next.

Mickey Mouse Christmas Jumper £14
This next jumper I already own and am planning on breaking out this weekend. From Primark, this jumper is brilliant quality for it's price. Thick but not too heavy, knitted but not itchy, this jumper will keep you cosy whilst giving you that festive feeling. And it's an added bonus if you're a fan of Disney. I wasn't actually going to buy a Christmas jumper this year until I saw this one. All of the ones Primark had released were either a weird material or sat too short on the body. I'm a lady with a bigger bust and this fits that as well as finishing just under my bum so that everything that I want is covered. If you've been struggling to find a jumper in Primark go for this one or look for one that's a little heavier in material, I find those are the ones that sit well.

 Boohoo Ivy Filthy Animal Christmas Jumper £18
It wouldn't be a Christmas jumper post without featuring a Home Alone jumper. And Boohoo have brilliant one. Coming in at £18 their Ivy Filthy Animal Jumper comes in either red or black and is available up to a size 22. If you're a fan of Home Alone this jumper would be perfect for you. Whilst I like the Home Alone films, I think I'll be giving this jumper a miss and will probably get the pj set Primark are selling at the moment.

 ASOS Christmas Jumper With Let's Make Out Slogan £22
If you're looking for a cheekier style Christmas jumper this one from ASOS is perfect. With a sprig of mistletoe and a cheeky Let's Make Out slogan, this lightweight looking jumper would definitely garner you a few looks. It's a little pricier than some of the others featured but like everything from ASOS, you're paying for a good quality that could last you more than just one Christmas. I'd hurry if this catches your interest, there weren't many left when I last looked.

Primark Santa Baby Jumper £12
And the last jumper is another I acutally own. When I saw it in Primark, I knew I just had to get it. Coming in at £12, this is the least expensive of the lot but is good quality for it's price. Thick but not too thick, knitted but now itchy, this jumper is just the right amount of understated and cheese combined. I get to wear a Christmas jumper to work during the lead up to Christmas and I think this is going to be my go to choice out of them all.

Autumnal Clothing Wishlist

Now I know you must all be sick of me banging on about how excited I am about Autumn finally being upon us. But I promise this is the last Autumnal post I've got scheduled and instead of being beauty related, it's more style related and items I'm wishing for or looking to add to my wardrobe.

Jumpers are the one clothing item I can't get enough of when Autumn rolls around. And this year I'm pushing the boundaries on my comfort zone. And this particular jumper from New Look is one of a few that really caught my eye. What really caught my eye with jumper was the colour. It's bold enough to make a statement but it's not too bold that it would look strange against my colouring. And of course the balloon sleeves also caught my eye, a trend I've been dying to try but just haven't found the right piece with them. Usually anything that's ribbed I'd stay away from but the ribbing on this jumper looks like it could be quite flattering. And it's only £20 which for a good quality jumper I consider a bargain.

The next jumper is well in my comfort zone from colour to style and fit. Again from New Look, this slightly oversized cable knit jumper just screams me. The cable knit neither too small or too large. The fit whilst looking slightly cropped is easily dealt with by just sizing up one and the thickness of the knit looks like it would be enough to keep you warm and toasty but not to the point where you're boiling hot. This one is slightly pricier coming in at £25 but from the look of it on the model, it's well worth every penny.

And then another jumper that's slightly out of my comfort zone is this stunning burgundy batwing jumper. It looks slightly oversized but that's how I like my jumpers with batwing sleeves which is an easier way to wear the wide sleeve trend this season. It comes in this gorgeous burgundy shade that I think will suit my colouring perfectly and would great paired with a deep lip and flawless skin. It's yet again a ribbed jumper but because it's slightly oversized the ribbing is yet again flattering and doesn't cling to anywhere you don't want it to. Another one that comes in at £25 but from the look of it, it's another great quality jumper that would be worth the price tag.

A jumper from ASOS that caught my eye whilst I was browsing was this oversized longline grey number. With wide sleeves and high neckline, this wouldn't usually be the type of jumper that grabs my attention. However as I was browsing I couldn't help but click on it. The combination of the wide sleeves, high neckline, oversized fit and the fact that it just looks so soft caught my attention. It's a very simple jumper but that's what makes it perfect for those more laidback days. At £28, it's a bit pricier than I like to pay for a jumper but because of how soft and cosy it looks, I am very tempted to treat myself.

This is the last jumper that really grabbed my attention. I know it may look like a simple roll neck but this is the kind of roll neck I've been looking for. Chunky, oversize and cosy looking, this jumper just screams stylish yet comfortable and if it weren't for it's £90 price tag then I'd be buying two so I could always wear it. Roll neck jumpers are something I've never been interested in wearing until this year and I'm on the hunt for a good one so I think this picture may have to be saved to my phone so I can compare the more budget friendly options to this one.

A good pair of flattering Winter boots is something I didn't own until last year and now all I want to add to my wardrobe is Winter boots. There are so many beautiful pairs out there this year but there have been three that really caught my eye recently. This pair from New Look but the brogue like shape and pattern made me scroll back up to them. Not usually a style I'd go for but I could see myself pairing these with a plain jumper, some black skinnies and minmal make up for a laid back look.

Another pair from New Look that I'm very tempted to buy look very similar to that of a designer pair I've been coveting for a good six months. The buckle detail alongside the studding makes these the perfect budget friendly statement boot that'll grab everyone's attention. Paired with a simple outfit, I'd let the boots do all the talking. I'm tempted to get these as a very early birthday present to myself.

Over the knee boots were something I looked at getting last year but could never find the right pair. This year I'm continuing the search but think I've found the perfect pair from New Look. Not completely flat but not a pair with a higher heel, this would give me a bit of added height but still allow me to wear them on an everday basis. They are a suedette material which means they aren't practical for rainy days but on those crisp, cold days, these paired with an oversized jumper and scarf would look stunning. Another pair I'm tempted to treat myself to as a very early birthday present.

I'm really loving the colour mustard this season. There's something about it that just screams Autumn to me but with my colouring I just can't pull it off. However I'm desperate to add some mustard coloured items to my wardrobe this year so I thought of doing so in my accessories. And this gorgeous cross body handbag from New Look looks like it could be perfect for that. However looking closely at this I see it being more of a canary yellow than mustard but I think I'd have to see it in store to really make up my mind. That being said it's everything I look for in a bag. Cross body with a long strap and a flap closing, this would be the perfect Autumn bag if it turns out to be the shade I think it is.

Day Test: New Look Lip Liner and Matte Lipstick

 

Back in November New Look relaunched their Beauty range and extended the size of their collection. Part of that collection was a range of matte lipsticks and co-ordinating lip liners. So of course me being a matte girl I had to pick one up. And today I'm going to day test them both to see if they're as good as they seem.

I picked up the shade Mulberry in both the lip liner and the matte lipstick. It's stunning berry shade that is more purple in tone than other shades. 

10:30am: I start off by rubbing away any excess lip balm I have on. Then it's on with the lip liner and I have to say I'm really impressed by this lip liner. It's creamy, highly pigmented and opaque enough that you don't have to keep going over it. Plus because of it's creamy texture if you make even the tiniest of mistakes then it wipes away easily and doesn't leave a stain behind. Now it's time for lipstick and I have to say I was quite disappointed in the lipstick. It was glided nicely onto the lips but wasn't as pigmented as the lip liner and left behind a rather patchy covering that would have looked worse if I hadn't filled in my entire lips with lip liner. I blotted some off and reapplied hoping that would help and whilst it looked ever so slightly uneven it wasn't that obvious.

2:30pm:Four hours have passed and whilst it's feeling comfortable on the lips it's not looking fantastic. Where it looked patchy before it's gotten even worse and if it wasn't for the lip liner underneath then you would definitely be able to see the skin of my lip. I'd like to reapply over the top but think that it would take even more product off and look even worse. So instead I wipe away most of it before going back in with the lip liner and then more lipstick. However it's still not looking good and I'm heading out for the afternoon/evening so it has to.

6:30pm: Another four hours have passed and I'm ready to take this off. It's patchy, uneven, bleeding around the edges even with lip liner and is starting to feel uncomfortable. I can't help it, it has to come off. It not only looks horrendous but it's very uncofomortable and I'd quite like to do nothing more than slather my lips in lip balm. I'm not at home but luckily I always carry a pack of face wipes for swatches with me. It leaves a slight stain on the lips but it generally just looks like your wearing a lip stain instead of remnants of lipstick. I can feel my lips thanking me as I slather on my lip balm and whilst I enjoyed the lip liner I will not be reaching for the lipstick in a hurry.

Overall the lip liner was lovely, it was creamy, pigmented and didn't drag or pull at the lips. The lipstick however was the disappointment of the two. It took more product off than it applied, the product it did leave behind was patchy and uneven. And it smudged over the lip liner and bled along the lip line even though it didn't obviously transfer elsewhere. I wouldn't buy another lipstick if they are all the same quality as this one but would happily try another shade in the lip liner. 

What I Got For My Birthday

If you read Monday's post then you'll know it was my birthday last week. I've already shown you my look for the day so today I thought I'd share with you what I got for my birthday. A quick disclaimer though, this is not me showing off. This is just me sharing what my family was so kind to buy me and hope that if you're struggling for gift ideas it'll give you some help.

According to my mum I'm very hard to buy for this year. So after weeks of me saying I don't know, she went practical and just brought me a couple of bits she knew I wouldn't buy myself as I've had other things to buy (cough Christmas cough). And as I am a big Disney fan, she ever so kindly brought me a couple of their new releases that I hadn't had time to pick up yet. I got Zootropolis and the Good Dinosaur, both of which I've heard are very good. I can't wait to snuggle up with Stanley the cat and a coffee and enjoy these.

My mum also brought me an iTunes card as yet again it was something I needed to pick up but hadn't gotten around to it. It means I can now pick up the new Little Mix album which is brilliant. I highly recommend giving it a listen when you can.

There is a theme this year to what I recieved. Yet again as they didn't know what else to get me, my step-dad brought me a HMV gift card. If you didn't know I'm a huge movie and tv lover. When I can I pick up the latest film releases or the latest boxset of my favourite TV shows. I'm going to save this until after Christmas to use and then spoil myself in the January Sales.

My nan also struggled to find something to buy me so she gave me twenty pound. Bless her, she apologised for not giving a lot but I'm not worried about that. I wouldn't have be bothered if she hadn't put anything in though, a card would have been enough. I haven't decided what I want to use it for yet. If any of you have any suggestions I'd love to hear them. I may just put it towards a nice jumper or a pair of Winter boots.

I know it's not the norm but I treated myself to a couple of things as a birthday present to myself. The first thing I brought was a full sized bottle of the Dior Star Foundation. I've been using a sample of this and absolutely loved it, so thought I'd treat myself to a full sized bottle as a present.

And I also picked up this lip combo from New Look. They've recently re-released their beauty range and added a few lines as well. When I saw this matte lipstick I knew I had to have it. It's in the shade Mulberry and is a gorgeous looking berry toned shade. It's perfect for this time of the year and paired with the matching lip liner which I also picked up I think it's going to make a beautiful statement lip. I will be getting more of these lipsticks so keep your eyes peeled for a review at some point.

Key Pieces: Summer Edit

I've not done a lot of fashion pieces on here. I'm a girl who loves a basic t-shirt and jeans but one of my goals this year was to start trying new things and what a better season to do that than Summer. So today I'm sharing you my Key Pieces that are going to get me through the Summer months.

My first key piece that is a must have this year is a decent pair of sandals. I've always gotten my sandals from Primark as I didn't wear them a lot (UK Summers, ya know) but this year I decided I would shell out and buy a pair that would last a bit younger. This pair are from New Look and I fell in love with them as soon as I saw them. They have a thicker base than most sandals but they're ultra soft and comfortable. These are tan with gold hardware and a zip back. The zip back does have the possibility of rubbing but you can easily put a plaster over the bit that rubs and you'll be fine. These were £18.99 which is a bit pricier than Primark but everytime I've worn these I've been impressed by how comfortable they are even after a few hours of walking. They also come in black but you can only find those on ASOS. Definitely a pair that's going to last a lot longer than one summer.

 Another item I've had trouble with until this year is shorts. I'm a lady who has larger than average legs so I'm not always comfortable wearing all the short shorts that are in every shop each summer. Is it too hard to ask for a pair of good looking mid thigh/knee length shorts. And this year my prayers were answered. I was casually looking through Primark's racks of shorty shorts hoping that I'd find something suitable for me when I stumbled across these. These are mid thigh, ripped boyfriend shorts. And they're a dream. As they're longer in the leg I can actually wear them they way they're supposed to be worn instead of wearing them low on my hips like I've done with shorts before. They come down to my mid thigh which is fine with me and actually quite flattering. The rips through them do flash a bit of leg underneath but the frayed edges help give it the perfect look. These were only £10 and I've gotten quite a lot of wear out them already. They're a thicker than normal denim so I think this are going to last quite a while.

Something I never struggle with buying in the Summer and find really helps complete an outfit is sunglasses. And this year Primark are killing it with their sunglasses. The range they have is incredible and there is something there to suit everyone. My favourites are this black pair with a metal bar running across the top of shades. These remind me of the PR 14SS 49 from Prada. And they were only £3. They make any look that little bit more put together when on and they even come in tortoishell if you're not a fan of all black sunglasses. If these aren't your thing though and you're looking for an inexpensive pair of glasses they also have Ray-Ban-esque sunglasses like this matte tortoiseshell pair that are only £2. If like me you're a bit accident prone or you lose your sunglasses these are a great option for you. Inexpensive, good quality and right on trend as well, if you haven't checked out Primark sunglasses I suggest you do.

In the warmer months I'm a big believer of less is more. Not just with clothes but with make up and accesories as well. So on days when I'm just in shorts and a vest I like to give it a boost with some jewellery and there are so really cute pieces on the high street these days. My favourite piece at the moment is this necklace from Topshop. I prefer longer pendants over small dainty necklaces as they draw people's attention and add a pop to sometimes a basic outfit. This was in the sale and I picked it up for just £3. Another way to add something to an outfit or a look is midi rings. I have quite large fingers so standard rings look weird but midi rings seem elongated and thin my fingers out. My favourites at the moment are these really cute seashell inspired rings from H&M. They're dainty so they don't look too much on the finger but have enough detail to make people look again. Good places for midi rings are obviously H&M, River Island, New Look and Topshop. They're also quite inexpensive so they'll look nice without breaking the bank.

So that's it for my Key Pieces. There isn't a lot but as I said before less is more during the warmer months. I have to wear a lot for work on a daily basis so when I'm free I turn to these pieces which leave me feeling cool and comfortable.

What are your key pieces? Do you have recommendations? Let me know in the comments.

How I Change My Make Up For The Season Winter Edition

So it's come to that time of the year where I put away my BB Creams and lighter finish foundations in favour of something heavier coverage. So today I thought I'd share what I do to my make up going into the winter months.

The first thing I do is change up my foundation. I put away my lighter coverage foundations and opt for something heavier in finish. Two of my favourites are the Loreal Infallible Foundation in Porcelain and the Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Buff. Both are medium to full coverage foundations that can be easily built up without looking cakey. If I was to recommend one it would be the Colorstay as it isn't so hard to work with whereas the Loreal can have days when it just doesn't work with my skin. Of course with both of these you can go in with a concealer to give extra coverage if needed.

The next thing I do is go in with more heavy duty concealers. In the summer when my skin is clearer I steer clear of these two but when the weather turns colder and my skin loses that summer glow I dig them out again. The Rimmel Lasting Finish Concealer is very thick in consistency and can tend to need so warming before being applied to the skin, however it does give a nice coverage and doesn't look cakey on even the driest of skin. And of course I love the Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in Fair. This is perfect for when I get any redness on my face as it's pale enough to blend in with my foundation but still heavy enough to conceal what I need it to.

 Another thing I change in the Winter is my powder. During the Summer I go for a slightly heavier finish powder as I don't want to look sweaty but when the weather turns colder I go for something lighter. At the moment I'm loving the MUA Pro-Base Prime and Conceal Powder to set everything into place without looking cakey. It's a finely milled silk finish powder that is made up of four colour correcting shades. Each shade can be used on it's own but I just like to get a big fluffy brush and swirl across the whole thing. As it's so finely milled it doesn't look cakey on the skin even if you happen to put to much on and you still have a slight dewy glow to the skin afterwards.

And of course as Winter draws in I change all my lipsticks around. Out go my hot pinks and nudes and in their place comes the berry tones and standout reds. At the moment I have four that I'm rotating whilst every now and again giving something new a go. And with these colour lipsticks I always go for a matte formula. I find that not only is it long lasting but it look more defined and even classier than gloss. From top to bottom the lipsticks are New Look Pure Colour Liquid Lipstick in Burgundy, MAC Russian Red, Maybelline Creamy Matte in Divine Wine and Rimmel's Kate Moss 107. Apart from Russian Red they all have berry tones which I think work perfectly with fairer skintones. I will be doing my Winter Lip Edit next week so keep an eye out for that.

And for days when I'm not wearing any lipstick I make sure I smother my lips in the Classic Carmex pot. I love how moisturising this is and how long lasting the effect of this is. I always apply a layer of this before bed and when I wake in the morning my lips are still moisturised and ready for the day's lipsticks. It tingles on the lips when applied but to me it's not noticeable anymore but if you don't like that feeling then I suggest trying something different.

So that's how I change my make up for Winter. What do you guys do? Let me know in the comments.

Review: New Look Liquid Lipsticks

When I heard that New Look had a make up range I was sceptical. Then I watched a first impressions video from msbudgetbeauty and I was even more sceptical. None of the face products stood out to me and neither did any of the lip products which was surprising considering I always love lip products from new ranges. However a couple of weeks ago I was scrolling through New Look's website and came across these liquid lipsticks and knew I had to try them.

There are five shades in the range and as always I went for the two red shades. There was a plum shade I liked the look of but there also looked liked a hint of a shimmer to it which put me off. However I'm more than happy with the two shades I picked. They both look exactly the same but if you look closer you can see the difference between them. The shade on the top is just called Red and the one underneath it is called Burgundy. I prefer Burgundy as it's slightly darker and more blue toned than Red.

They both have doe foot aplicators which seem larger than normal which apply the colour smoothly and evenly. The colour goes on streak free and dries quicker than any other liquid lipstick I've tried. By the time I finished filling in my top lip, my bottom lip was already dry, it was that quick. And with that drying time comes a powdery matte finish that can feel uncomfortable if you're lips aren't properly primed but still long lasting. However if you're lips are primed properly you won't even know you're wearing this lipstick. It feels very lightweight on the lips even if you pop another layer on top and you can forget you're wearing it.

Unfortunately whenever I've worn these my lips haven't been in their best condition so they did feel drying on my lips but there were a lot of times I actually forgot I was wearing them. I did find that they flaked off when I ate my lunch and reapplication was a bit of a pain as it did end up looking a bit streaky. However a little bit of patience got me a long way and once reapplied, these felt better on my lips than they had when I first applied them.

If you're looking for a budget friendly liquid lipstick to dip your toe into this ever popular trend then I suggest you give these a test. Lightweight, long wearing and only £3.99 a pop, you can't go wrong with them. There are two nude shades as well if you're not a dark/red lipstick lover like me.

Available from New Look