Hey Beauty Buddies…
I seem to be lusting after plum colours right now, which is no shock whatsoever considering that autumn is my favourite time of the year. After almost an hour perusing the shelves of my local Superdrug store I invested my hard earned pennies in a few new delicious little items that would suit my pale skin & fall wardrobe perfectly; and there’s nothing quite like a splash of sumptuous plums and playful purples this time of the year! Let’s check out the menu…
1) Nivea Rich Moisturisning Day Cream: I always apply a small amount of this cream before adding my foundation. I find it helps keep my skin feeling hydrated & my make-up last longer. The perfect primer in my opinion!
2) Boots No 7 Beautifully Matte Foundation in Warm Ivory: Words cannot describe just how much I’m currently loving this foundation. Although it’s a full coverage matte formula it glides on with such ease, looks flawless, matches my skin perfectly and stay fresh looking throughout the entire day & night!
3) Collection Gorgeous Glow Blush Block: This is such a creamy blush that just seems to contain the perfect amount of glow and dewy looking shimmer to brighten up the apples of my cheeks. Hands down my favourite budget buy of the year… yes it’s THAT good.
4) L’Oreal Lumi Magique in Shade no. 2 Medium: I’m still currently in the testing stages of the Lumi Magique, but so far it hasn’t blown my socks off with the results… however it is a nice creamy formula & I am a fan of the brush applicator as opposed to the usual doe-foot. It does brighten up under my eyes, however for a fraction of the price the MUA dupe done a virtually identical job for a fraction of the price.
5) Sleek Face Form Contour Palette in Fair: Yet another new addition to my collection! When I initially tried this out I wasn’t entirely sure about the colour pay-off… it almost seemed to immediately evaporate into my skin without a hint of colour. Now that I’ve used it a few times I’m building up a much better relationship with it… shall keep you update on my final thoughts soon!
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1) Soap & Glory Archery Pencil: The well established dupe for the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz. This pencil is a super quick way of taming the brows; it gives a softly groomed finish that’s incredibly natural looking.
2) Seventeen Eye Eye in Funfair: This looks suspiciously like a mini blush pot in the picture rather than an eye-shadow. Unfortunately the camera isn’t picking up the gorgeous rose gold multi-tonal sheen, but I find it the perfect transition shade for blending softly into the crease.
3) Seventeen Eyes Trio in Enchanted Smoke: A trio of autumnal shades for the perfect blend of plum, soft goldy pink and shimmering olive green. Gorgeous.
4) Maxfactor Wild Shadow Pots in Vicious Purple: I adore this little single pot of purple goodness, it really lifts the lid by adding a layer of shimmering deep lilac… perfectly compliments rich plum tones.
5) MaxFactor False Lash Effect in Black: What a find… all thanks to the lovely Anne over at Doves & Roses for her recommendation – this gal really knows a thing or two about quality alternatives to high-end spending! I have literally fallen head over heels for this powerful lash lengthener. The rich black formula adds lashings of volume from root to tip and really does leave your lashes looking every bit as dramatic as falsies. Well worth the investment!
6) Soap & Glory Kick Ass Concealer in Light: I know, I know… it’s not exactly an eye product but I find this concealer exceptionally superb for tidying round my freshly sculpted brows for a clean shapely finish. Best applied with a small concealer brush & steady hand 😉
7) Rimmel Glam Eyes Professional Liquid Liner: With its ultra fine brush this jet black liner requires super precise application so shaky hands beware! My absolute staple liner – nothing has came close to rivalling it’s staying power and sleek finish. A make-up must have for any winged liner lover.
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1) Collection Work The Colour Lip Butter in Perfectly Plum: Just as the name suggests, this really is the perfect shade of plum for a pop of autumnal colour. Even the palest of skin can rock this sassy shade as it’s not too dark to drain the complexion. It’s super moisturising and makes the ideal balmy top coat to keep your lips feeling totally hydrated.
2) MUA Power Pout Acrylic in Potency: For those of you who love a deep damson coloured lip the ultra rich colour of this liquid style lippy is fierce. Incredible staying power I put a very light layer and blotted it heavily with a tissue before apply my balmy top coat of Collection lip butter (see above details) Beware ladies, this colour applied straight from the tube isn’t for the faint hearted!
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So there you have it ladies… my soft plum look to kick start the autumn. What’s your favourite make-up shade of the season?
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Cheerio chums…
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These colors look stunning on you Karen! Purple makes your eyes pop! I’m glad you love Fall, because I just tagged you in the Sweater Weather Tag 😉
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Oooooh now that sounds like my kinda tag chum 😀 hehe Can’t wait to check it out huni – and of course thank you sooo much for the lovely compliment *hugs* XXXX
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I can’t wait to see your answers ^^
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Gorgeous colours and it looks stunning on you. I love autumn and rocking a plum lip colour xx
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Thank you sooo much lovely lady 😀 I’m so glad you like it – I have to say plum does intimidate me a little Mecia but to be honest this shade was just right when I toned it down a little. Always a fan of purple 😀 Have a super week chum & thanks for stopping by with such a kind comment *hugs* XXXXXX
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Hello lovely lady!!! This makeup look on you looks AMAZING, you look as beautiful as ever! I am also really looking forward to the Autumn/Winter months to whip out the faux fur, tartan scarfs and plum lipsticks! Your blog is doing SO well and you should be so proud! I also love your YouTube videos, you are just a star overall!! Lots of love and thank you for popping over and saying hi! 🙂 ❤ xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Awwwwh thank you so so much huni 😀 You’ve me blushing & all lol Heck, not much does that these days Hayley but your comment has managed to add a bit of colour hehe Thank you for the lovely compliment – you’re a gem ❤ 😀 Oh I LOVE this time of year for all that Hayley… honestly I'm all about the accessories, boots, coats, hats, scarves…. Can't get enough of them 😀
Awwh thank you – very much likewise huni, I think we just love what we do sooo much. Honstly I couldn't imagine my days without my wee blog and you chums that come with it!!! Sending lots of love & hugs your way too – always a pleasure to stop by and thank YOU for dropping in for a chat. My day has indeed been made hehe XXXXXXX
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I love the Sleek Face Form Contour Palette – well, I love the contour, I’m still undecided about how glittery the blush is! And that is a gorgeous lip colour on you!
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I have to say huni it’s taken me a few goes to warm to it but I seem to be really getting into it now… wasn’t sure about the colour payoff at first myself!! Awwh thank you, very different to my usual nude shades but I really like it for this time of year 😀 XXXX
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Fantastic !! U look stunning!! 👌
Loving your choice of products, especially the purple eyeshadow, plum lipstick and my favorite rimmel eyeliner 😍
Fall is definitely the time to rock colors in their full glory
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Thank you so much huni 🙂 That’s so kind of you!! I’m such a purple addict, just had to do this colour 😀 Yep, I’m so with you on rocking the socks of fall hehe Have a super week ahead & thanks for stopping by ❤ XXX
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Love this look on you Karen, gorgeous! Jay xx
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Awwh thank you Jay, such a lovely compliment – much appreciated 🙂 XXXX
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Great look Karen: I am so happy autumn is here again because I simply love fall makeup (the weather not so much, but those berry and plum tones!).
I am glad to see you love the Max Factor False Lash mascara, absolutely my all time favorite drugstore mascara!
xx Anne – http://www.dovesandroses.com
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Thank you sooo much blog twinnie 😀 Oh I LOVE fall Anne, honestly it’s my fav time of the year – I’m also having a maaaahoosive clear out which feels like I’m rolling in the new season with organisation and more room to clutter up with mew goodies lol
Anne, I have to say that is one heck of a good mascara – every time I seen it I thought of you and how much you recommended it… never realised how awesome it was til I tried it. Brilliant stuff so thank YOU for the recommendation – actually I’m going to edit that in now (hope you don’t mind huni) xxxxxx
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Oh yes, new season cleaning and organising is always great (except this year for me, can’t stand it after the move 😉
Isn’t it just the best ever? I lucked into it, as it was in a GWP from Max Factor. Instantly fell in love once I used it. Just saw your edit: blushing now 🙂 xxx
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Ahhh I totally get that – it’s so tiring hauling your own stuff about you get sick of the sight of it lol Awwh glad you like the edit 😀 Had to be mentioned chummy XX
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OMG Karen you look gorgeous! ❤ Purple really suits pale skinned beauties, and now with the touch of auburn in your hair it will look even more beautiful! X
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Thank you huni – that is soooo nice of you to say!!!! Blushing like a beetroot now lol XXXXX
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Aww you’re welcome 🙂 x
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absolutely gorgeous Karen! It makes your blue eyes pop!
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Oooh why thank you huni 😀 Hopefully they’ll not pop too much – though after the day I’ve had I’m surprised they’re still in their sockets haha Thanks again Tay *hugs* XXXXXX
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Gorgeous makeup look Karen 🙂 You totally suit the plummy tones! Love it! I am so excited to crack out all my autumnal makeup now!
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Thanks so much Lauren – that means so much huni 😀 Ooh I’m sure you’ll enjoy having a good go of your own autumnal looks – LOVE this time of year 😀 hehe xXXX
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No bother 🙂 Oh I know its so exciting! Looking forward to the berry lips!
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Purples and pinks are just your colors!
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Thaks so much Kaily, honestly they’re shades I really don’t wear that much but will have to start getting more into them! Great colours, just wish I could pull off a slightly bigger range of darker colours without looking like a corpse *sigh* lol xxxx
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Ha! I feel your pain. I drool over vibrant colors and warm shades but alas they are not for my face!
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Ahhhhhh I love the plum look on you!! You wear it so well Karen! Any and every makeup product looks so good on you. Happy Monday 🙂 xoxoxo
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Awwh Leah thank you chick 😀 You’re a gem – always so darn complimentary!! Oh yes, I’m loving the purples and plums right now… the perfect season is upon us to showcase them eh?! hehe Happy Monday to you too chick XXXX
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I can’t believe it’s basically that time of year again! Geez time is flying by. I’m sure Owlivia can relate -she’s just a hoot. Xo
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She sure can…. talking of flying she needs to fly into the wash.. spilled a drop of toner on her this evening *sigh* XXX
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Gosh Karen, you’re such a slob spilling toner on her!! Haha she’ll get a good cleaning. Maybe I should fly myself into the wash so I get a good cleansing too. Xoxo
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Haaaaaa I know – disgraceful right?! The look she gave me… such a glare 😀 I think you’re better opting for the shower… much less chance of damage to yourself and the domestic appliance involved Leah lol x
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I’ll opt for the shower then! Damage free is the way to beeeee 😀 I could go for some Cheetos now, ahhhhh xo
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lol I think so – conserve your appliances… CALM DOWN AND EAT CHEETOS… that should be a new slogan right?! 😀 haha x
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Yes!!! The new slogan. Or keep calm and eat Cheetos but same thing 🙂 we need to patent this slogan pronto!!! 🙂 xoxo
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Abso… get onto it pronto Leah 😉 lol xxx
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I’m on it!!!! 🙂 xoxo
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Oooohh, I really like how the eyeshadow turned out!
-Dasha
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You look stunning Karen! I love it! Especially the lips!! ❤ XXXXX 🙂
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Awwh thank you sweetie – that’s so kind!! A bit different for me but I really like it 🙂 Sooo good to see your wee comments pop up again hehe ❤ XXXXXX
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Well of course! I will stop by when I can. I love your blog and enjoy reading it so much! ❤ I miss our chats too! 🙂 XXXX
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Thank you soooo much wee blog bestie 😀 xxxxxxx
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Awe you’re welcome blog bestie! 😀 xxxxxxxxx
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❤ XXXXXX
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Gorgeous look!! 🙂
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Thank you so much Ashley – much appreciated huni 🙂 XXX
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Oh wow I love this look! I’m loving golden/ bronze shades for autumn 🙂
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Awwh thanks chum 🙂 You’re a star!! Ooooh I LOVE those shades too – think that’s why I adore the Naked 1 so much, the earthy gold tones are stunning 🙂 XXX
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Im doing a make up swap with my friend soon (drugstore brands) let me know if you have any ideas what I could send x
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Oooh sounds lovely – hmm, does she live in the UK or abroad? x
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UK 🙂
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Oooh well, honestly at them moment I’m reeeeeally impressed with MUA (Superdrug) such good value for money and the products are superb! Also you might want to check out Makeup Revolution too as I’m seeing rave reviews about them – great products and you get alot for your money… also have a check for little local companies! I only discovered a few weeks ago that there is one nearby where I live that does a whole range of skincare & a few lip balms made from natural honey! It’s amazing what you uncover close by 🙂 Hope that helps chum! XXX
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Ps: MUA Heaven & Earth palette is lovely and suits almost everyone!! Their under-eye concealer pen has been fab for me too (a great dupe for the L’Oreal Touche Magique!) xxx
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your makeup looks lovely 🙂 and I love your pics they look very professional!
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Oooh wow – what a compliment, thank you sooo so much! That has really made my day 🙂 Very encouraging – thanks again huni, smiling from ear to ear reading that hehe XXX
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Aw I’m glad my comment made your day but it’s true!! 😀 🙂 ❤
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This makeup looks gorgeous on you hun 😍
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Thanks so much sweetie – I’m loving the purples right now ❤ Perfect for fall of course 😉 XXX
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Omg, me too ♡
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Plum perfectly suits you! So vibrant and beautiful for this time of year! Love it! Xx
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Awwwh thank you chum, what a compliment 🙂 XXX
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What can I say you wear it well! 🙂
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hehe thanks so much huni 😀 XXX
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Gorgeous! Your so flawless & fabulous I can’t handle it 😂🙈 xx
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Awwwwh what a compliment 😀 Might have to screen shot that Billie lol lol Thank you but I can assure you there’s plenty of flaws underneath chick *sigh* haha XXX
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