Hey everyone!

Ellie

Recently Stephen and I decided to add to our little family. We both love animals and I have been pining for the company of a doggy since we moved. At home we have two dogs, Oscar and Ellie and they are my life. I would sit and talk about them for hours if I was let. I am ridiculous. I'm not alone though. My mother calls Oscar Son.. Somehow that makes me feel a little better haha.

Ellie is almost a year old and her mother had another litter 8 weeks ago so when I heard, I couldn't resist going for a look at the new babies. I was signing myself over to the devil because I knew I would be going home with one. I fell in love with a little fart who was real feisty and took to me straight away.

Oscar

We collected our new puppy a few weeks later and named him Loki after the Norse God of Mischief and Thor's brother from the movie. A fitting name!

Another reason for the rush to get a puppy was for Stephen's rehabilitation. He is now almost 12 weeks over his operation and has come off all the medication. He doesn't have that much to do with his time as he is still waiting on the prosthesis so thought that this would be a welcome distraction and force him to put structure and routine back into the day. We were right. Having to get up to feed the puppy and play with him as given Stephen the boost he needs.

We have Loki Two weeks now and he is a little rascal. It is hard work training him but he is starting to get it now that the mat is for toilet but still forgets! He is still teething so is chewing everything he sees. He sleeps in his own bed on the floor in our room. He cries sometimes to get into bed with us but has been sleeping through the night lately.




Oh and he adores Oscar and Ellie. He loves spending time at my mothers and is developing so quickly by being around the others!

See some pictures of cuteness!

Louise xxx

Hey everyone!

It's coming to the time of year where we change up our make up routines. I prefer to go with a matte look for Autumn/ Winter but still keep my skin hydrated. God knows my skin gets very dry so it is just a personal preference that I like to keep it simple during the day with the foundation.

Catrice is like the hidden gem when it comes to drug store make up. Not every store stocks Catrice - Where I live Catrice is only available in Pennys so for me it took some time to come around to the brand. I should have tried it sooner! It started with a single shadow! Then I tried one of their matte foundations and I loved it. The consistency is great and it lasts all day. I think the foundations would suit a dry to combination skin.

This Autumn Catrice has launched a matte range. I have not used any yet but thought it would be something you would be interested in! Also everything costs under €7!

Catrice Prime and Fine Illuminating Base €5.49

Catrice All Matt Plus - Shine Control Make Up €6.99

This foundation claims to give you a flawless finish and acts like a second skin. This make up is oil free and long lasting so perfect for Oily to combination skin. It should give a decent coverage and there are light reflecting pigments to ensure a matte finish and a fresh look!
Not bad for €6.99!

Catrice All Matt Plus - Shine Control Powder €3.99

                

This Powder keeps your foundation under control. It is long lasting and the powder is ultra fine. This is definitely something I want to try out. It keeps your skin matte and oil free!











Catrice is stocked nationwide in pharmacies and most Pennys stores.

Let me know what you think of Catrice!!

Louise xxx

The Cara Delvigne Shoot for Spring Collection 2014

Fred Letailleur and Daniela Moyles

Model wearing recreated look from Cara Delivigne Shoot

Hey everyone!

If you follow me on Twitter you will see that I had the honour of attending a make up master class with Yves Saint Laurent's European Make up Artist Fred Letailleur.
Fred has over 28 years experience as an artist working with the likes of Cara Delvigne and met us in Dublin to show us some key trends for this Autumn.

We were also treated to a live demonstration on model and Celebrity Apprentice Daniela Moyles.

Lashes first.

Then the Brigit Bardot Inspired 60's liner using YSL Shocking Eyeliner

Fred gave us not One but two trend 'tutorials'. (All products used were from YSL current and upcoming spring collection. Some of the products I am restricted on showing as the collection has not been officially launched but trust me the wait is worth it!)

Fred used Touche Éclat to illuminate the models face. TIP: He placed three pumps of the product on his hand to prevent too much product going on to the face, then applied the product with a flat foundation brush to the areas you would normally highlight!

Fred used YSL Shocking Eyeliner pen for the Brigit Bardot inspired liner. TIP: Instead of trying to apply liner with one stroke across the eye, Try applying liner to one half of eye - stop, and then apply from opposite end and meet in the middle. 

the finished look with Ombre Lip

For the Ombré lips Fred used the Spring collection lip glosses. YSL are renowned for being market leaders in the most current make up trends. They have developed a range of glosses that will compliment any look you want to create.

For the Ombre Fred used a Black gloss. This was applied to bottom and top half of lip, leaving space on the middle of lip for another colour.
To finish the look Fred suggested using a bright bold colour like Orange, Red, or to stay on Trend this Autumn a berry colour like this one shown!




After the master class I took the opportunity to ask Fred for some tips and he kindly took about 10 minutes to chat away to myself and a few of the girls and pose for some photos! What a lovely man!

As mentioned earlier You will have to wait until closer to Spring for the low down on some of the spring products. Anything with Links is available now at Brown Thomas in Ireland or any YSL counter.

Until next time,

Louise xxx

Myself and Mr Lettaileur

Fred's personal Kit eeekkkk!!!