December Favourites | 2015

 

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog! Its that time again where i show you all the things Ive been loving in the hectic month of December!

Makeup and Beauty:

Zoella Wonderhand Hand Cream

I got this for Christmas, i adore the packaging, this smells incredible! Plus it keeps your hands super moisturised!

Carmex Lip balm

I think I'm maybe a bit late on the carmex craze, but it is seriously the best lip balm Ive ever tried, great if you have dry or chapped lips during winter, like me!

Zoella Blissful Mistful

I have wanted this ever since it came out, but i somehow never got round to it, and when i got this for Christmas i was so happy! The smell is amazing, i have been using this non stop.

Maybelline Colour Drama Lip Pencil in "210 keep it classy"

I'm not sure if these lip pencils are new to maybelline, but when i came across them, i just had to buy one. Ive been seeing a lot of people wearing deep rose shades, so i picked this one up, and i love it! Its super pigmented, and creamy too! Definitely go pick one of these up.

Books:

Binge by Tyler Oakley

I only have one book for this month and that is binge, even though i haven't finished it yet, i fell in love with the book. Tyler has such an interesting life, he has the type of humour i laugh out loud too!

Fashion:

Checked Scarf from Primark:

I have been meaning to get a scarf for ages, and i picked this one up from primark, let me tell you, its the softest thing EVER. It goes with most things in my wardrobe, and would you believe its only £5.00!

 

 Polar Bear Bed Socks from Next

If you buy these your feet will definitely thank you for it, plus they have cute little ears on them!

 Music:

Ruth B The Intro

 This month i have a whole album! Some of you may not know who this is, most people know her song "Lost Boy". After listening to that i got addicted to her voice and her album. She is extremely talented, and you should got check her out right now!

Troye Sivan "Heaven"

Blue neighbourhood has been one of my favourite albums this year, but i love one song in particular at the moment, and that is heaven, i cant count how many times Ive played this. Go listen to it and the whole album if you haven't already.

Random:

Baymax Tsum Tsum

Some of you may know that i am obsessed with all things disney, so i got this little bean shaped baymax!

24DaysOfZoella

I guess most of you reading this watch youtube and vlogmas, and Zoe's has been one of my favourites to watch. She also did a video everyday on her main channel, which is amazing!

We've come to the end of yet another monthly favourites, hope you enjoyed all my content this year! Oh and i got a camera, so the pictures will be a lot clearer and much better quality!

Thank you again for a lovely year,

Maya xx

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My Goals For 2016

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog! I thought i would do a post for all my 2016 goals.

1. Dont care what other people think - i think this is a very important one, not just for me but for everyone reading this!

2. Drink more water - i dont really drink enough water, so i need to start doing it.

3. Be more confident - Im never the most confident person, but i would like to change that.

4. Be comfortable in my own skin - this kind of corresponds to the one above, and if that means doing more exercise then i will do it, just remember do it for your own happiness, not anyone elses!

5. Spend more time on my blog - I feel this year hasn't been the year i put all my effort into this blog, so for 2016 i want to start taking it more seriously!

So that's all for this post, i also just wanted to say thank you to all the people who read my blog for an amazing year! 

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P.s Comment down below some of your 2016 goals.

Maya xx

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Top Ten Christmas Films

Hello everyone, today's post is very exciting because its my top ten Christmas films! Don't forget to share your holiday faves down below.

 

1. Home Alone

 

Starting with the most classic Christmas film out there, i have to watch this, if i don't its not Christmas!

 

 

2. Home Alone 2

 

Now i know that lots of people don't like the second one, but guess what, i love it! I especially like the pigeon woman. If you haven't seen it you wont know what I'm talking about!

 

 

 

 3. Arthur Christmas 

 

This is a fairly new Christmas film for me, as Ive only watched it once, but i fell in love with the storyline and the characters.

 

 

4. Santa Clause 

I don't know what to say about this film other than its so funny!

 5. A Christmas Carol

 

Jim Carey is one of my favourite actors, Jim Carey + Christmas = an amazing movie. I also love this version as its animated!

 

 6. Rise of the Guardians

 

Ive got this on DVD, and it just never gets old, also i know this technically isn't a Christmas film, but its got Santa in it, so it counts!

 

 

7. The Nightmare Before Christmas

 

Tim Burton is one of my favourite directors, i just love his style of animation, creepy but cool!

 

 

8. The Grinch

 

If you haven't watched the Grinch then we cant be friends (just kidding:), i just remembered this has Jim Carey in it too!  

 

 

9. The Holiday

 

This film is so cliche but that's why i love it so much! A perfect romantic but festive choice.

 

 

10. Love Actually

 

I'm obsessed with this film all year long, whenever its on the TV i have to watch it! I think this has to be my favourite Christmas film ever!!

P.s Don't watch it with your parents though, might get a little awkward:)

 

 

And that's it for this christmassy post, go ahead and count how many times Ive said Christmas, love and festive!

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Take care,

 

Maya xx

 

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November Favourites | 2015

Hello everybody, its time for another monthly favourites, also happy December! So lets just get on with the post.

Makeup:

Seventeen Miracle Matte Primer

This is the only seventeen product Ive tried, and its amazing! It doesn't necessarily keep my face matte all day long, but it does keep my makeup on!

MUA Blush In "Bon Bon"

I saw this blush on the superdrug website, and it was number one in blushes! So i had to try it out, i couldn't believe it was only £1.00! It is really pigmented and i love the colour.

Skincare:

Neutrogena 2 in 1 Wash and Mask:

I have seen this everywhere, on peoples blogs and youtube channels, so obviously i had to get it. I cant rave about this enough, it has cleared my skin up so well. I just love using it!

Neutrogena Pore and Shine Daily Scrub:

Superdrug had a buy one get one free on selected skincare, so i decided to pick this up. It is fantastic for the mornings, when you need waking up, plus it smells so good! On days when i wear makeup i use this and the seventeen primer, and that helps tackle my super oily skin!

Random:

Faith In Nature Pineapple and Lime Conditioner:

I don't think Ive mentioned this on here before, but my hair only responds well to natural hair care products. If i use things with loads of chemicals in, it makes my head super itchy:( This conditioner makes my hair so soft and shiny, i will be repurchasing this for sure!

Original Source Coconut Hand wash:

Ive never really liked the taste of coconut, but i have always loved the smell (is that weird?) This hand wash smells amazing, and it leaves your hands smelling of coconut, so of course i had to put it in here!

The Vampire Diaries Season 7:

As you know i love the vampire diaries, i was so excited when season 7 came out. Even though (blank, because i don't want to spoil it for anyone) isn't there anymore, it is still so good!

Once Upon a Time Season 5:

You also know that i am in love with ouat, i was literally counting down the days until season 5, and it didn't disappoint!

Fashion:

Boohoo Floral Skirt:

Only one thing for fashion this time I'm afraid! This has been sitting at the back of my wardrobe for quite some time now, so i thought i would just wear it. I know its not everybodys style but i think its adorable!

 

And that sadly brings us to the end of my November favourites, comment down below some christmassy blog post ideas!

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Take care,

 

Maya xx

 

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Winter Wonderland Tag

Hello everyone, its getting more near to christmas now and i thought i would do a winter tag, so here it is!

1.  Whats your favourite winter song?

Probably walking in a winter wonderland or white christmas!

2. What are your favourite winter pj's?

I dont have any yet :( but i will hopefully buy some soon!

3. Whats your favourite winter item that makes you happy?

My fuzzy socks, because they keep my feet warm!

4. Whats your favourite winter thing to do?

Go to a german christmas market with my family, or go ice skating.

5. Whats your favourite winter drink?

The hot chocolates from starbucks mmm..

6. Whats your favourite festive film to watch?

Love actually is one of my all time favourite films!

7. What part of your routine changes in winter?

Having to put on extra lipbalm and moisturizer because my skin gets dry!

8. What are you asking for this holiday season?

Some more books for my shelve.

Thats all the questions for this tag, comment below one thing you would like this christmas! I tag all of you reading this to answer these festive questions, leave your blog link in the comments so i can read it.

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Have a great day,

Maya xx

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Current Playlist | 13/11/15

Hello everyone! So i thought i would do another current playlist posts, because you seemed to enjoy the last one. I'll put the link HERE so you can read it, enjoy!

Hair - Little Mix

New Americana - Halsey

Colours - Halsey

My Everything - Ariana Grande 

Infinity - One Direction

Talk Me Down - Troye Sivan

Hotline Bling - Drake

Perfect - One Direction

Hello - Adele

End Of The Day - One Direction

Sorry - Justin Bieber 

Love Me Like You - Little Mix

Clouds - One Direction

Wolves - One Direction

A.M - One Direction

Youth - Troye Sivan 

The Feeling - Justin Bieber 

Life Is Worth Living - Justin Bieber


Now i know there is a lot of One Direction and Justin Bieber, but they both dropped their albums today so i had to check them out! If you get the chance go and listen to some of these.

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Maya xx

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October Favourites | 2015

Hello everyone, as you know monthly favourite posts are my favourite to write, so i think i will just get on with it! Enjoy x

Makeup:

Collection Contour Kit

In one of Zoella's favourite videos she received one of these in the post, and she obviously loved it so i had to pick one up! This contour shade is gorgeous, it is super pigmented and blends really well. As for the highlight, it gives an amazing glow for the top of your cheekbones.

£4.19 from Boots

Beauty Blender

I have been using my beauty blender over my brushes recently, just because i think it blends my face makeup better! So i thought i'd put it in my favourites.

80p from Amazon

sorry its a bit mucky!

Tv & Films:

The Carrie Diaries

I had been meaning to watch this series for quite some time now, i wont give anything away but i am hooked on this show. Its quite different from all the other high school drama type programmes, as it is set in the 1980's. 

Scream Queens

I heard on twitter that there was going to be a show with Emma Roberts, Ariana Grande and loads of other amazing actors, i knew i had to watch it when the show premiered. Its spooky but also really funny too, it has just the type of humour i love! Go watch it if you havent already.

Saving Mr Banks

I only watched this movie yesterday, but i fell in love with it. It makes you laugh and cry, its one of those movies you can always go back to when your bored or just want a pick me up!

Music:

Hello by Adele

I think everyone and their cat has heard this song, but i thought id put it in here anyway. I've had this on repeat since it came out, Adele is one of the best singers out there! If for some reason you havent heard it then go give it a listen, you wont be disappointed!

Sorry by Justin Beiber

This is also a really popular song at the moment, this is so catchy too! 

Youtubers:

Eve Bennett

I have been loving smaller youtubers recently and Eve is one of my favourites, she is so genuine and funny. Plus her content is amazing, i could watch her all day!

Sarocha B

I also have been loving Sarocha's videos, her makeup videos are my favourite by far! 

Random:

Cacti

I recently went to Ikea and picked up a few bits and pieces for my room, i got this super tumblr looking cacti, it just adds a bit of green and i love that!

Candy Mountain from Lush

I wanted to check out the new christmas range from Lush so bad, so i went and  got Candy Mountain. This one was my first ever bubble bar, it smells amazing, plus its pink and glittery! This is perfect for a pamper evening.

£2.95

Butter Bear from Lush 

I also got butter bear which is the exact same as butter ball, but shaped as a cute little bear! This is so moisturising, its one of my favourite ever bath bombs!

£1.95

So thats it for the month of october, hope you liked it! Make sure you like this post and follow my blog!

See you soon,

Maya xx

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Halloween Costume Inspiration

Hello everyone, I put together a halloween costume inspired by the amazing San Francisco resort at Fairmont Hotels , I also added my own creepy twist. Enjoy!

As this outfit is inspired by the beautiful San Francisco Resort, I wanted it to be very classy but still a little bit spooky, so i went with this gorgeous grey dress with black and white lace details (this is from Primark). I added these creepy cobwebs (from Tescos) to give it a bit more of a halloween feel. I paired this look with black knee high socks and some black combat boots, and there we go, a spooky ghoulish bride!

A big thank you to Fairmont Hotels for getting in touch, this was so much fun to put together! Dont forget to give this a like, and follow my blog too!

Maya xx

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September Favourites | 2015

Hello everybody, time for another monthly favourites, you may or may not have noticed that i changed my blog name. I just wanted it to be a little more sophisticated and neat. So im really happy with how the header turned out. Enough rambling, lets get on with the favourites!

Makeup & Beauty:

Baby Lips in "Cherry Me"

This product has been in a lot of my blog posts, i always go back to this colour when it gets a little bit colder, and its so hydrating and thats why i always use it!

Barry M Nail Polish in "Almond"

Im pretty sure this has been in one of my blog posts is well, i just think its the perfect nude shade to wear in Autumn and Winter.

Tea Tree Oil

I have recently re-found my love for using tea tree oil, i cannot recommend this enough if you have spot prone skin (like mine). It helps reduce the appearance and it works like a dream!

Random:

Tangle Teaser

I got this a couple of years ago and i stopped using it for quite a while, i have very frizzy hair, which is really annoying, but this helps so much with that, and its the perfect handbag size.

Yankee Candle in "Christmas Eve"

I got the votive size just so i could test it out, and this is probably the best scented candle ever! It smells exactly like christmas and it fills your room with scent even when its not lit. I will definitely be going back to buy the full size!

Timotei Pure Conditioner 

This was just sitting in my cupboard, i ran out of my old conditioner and decided to try this one out. Im so glad did, it makes your hair so smooth and shiny, its unbelievable! You should 100% try this out for yourself, thank me later;)

Fashion:

H&M Mustard Jumper

I first saw a jumper like this in one of MyLifeAsEva's videos, it was basically love at first sight, and i found this one on the H&M website. Its such good quality and so comfy too.

New Look Floral Shorts

I have been looking for some of these shorts for a while now, and i picked these up at new look, all i can say is they are super comfy and great quality for the price!

New Look Speckled Jumper

I wanted to stock up on my knit wear as its getting colder outside, i love this design, its really casual and so soft too!

Tv and Films:

Teen Wolf

My tv favourite for this month has to be Teen Wolf, you have probably seen it already, but if you havent, you should, right now! Its so engaging and addicting, i can't wait for season 5B to come out. Plus you have to agree Dylan O'Brien is a bit too good looking!

sorry its super blurry:\

 Tomorrowland

My movie fave for this month is Tomorrowland, if you love futuristic movies, this is for you. I really want there to be a 2nd one!

Music:

Wildest Dreams by Taylor Swift

This song has been on repeat for the last week, yes thats how catchy it is. But seriously, this song is amazingly written. Go listen to it!

 Colors by Halsey

I love all of the Badlands album, but this has to be my favourite!

Thats all for this month, make sure to give this a like, and follow my blog too! 

see you soon,

Maya xx