tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83076783458382750492024-03-05T21:34:38.001+00:00Fangirls & FoundationsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08260875466760148907noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8307678345838275049.post-8181690621868404182014-11-06T14:16:00.000+00:002014-11-22T00:16:28.529+00:00Check & Tartan prints<div class="MsoNormal">
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Checks and Tartan prints are one of the hottest trends of A/W
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looking dapper in a check or tartan print so far this season then you must have been walking around with your eyes shut. There are some excellent finds out there on the High Street for us that are working on a tighter budget.
Here are my top 5 picks of checks and Tartan all under £20 BARGAIN!</div>
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<a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/accessories/scarves/Red-tartan-blanket-scarf-659751" target="_blank">Tartan Scarf – River Island £15</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-check-print-headscarf/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4145055&clr=Red&" target="_blank">Check Print Headscarf – ASOS £6</a><br />
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This skort is a steal from Boohoo at just £15! This item is
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<a href="http://www.selectfashion.co.uk/clothing/s040-1103-08_grey.html" target="_blank">Grey Tartan Trousers – Select £13.99</a><br />
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any ladies’ figure. Style these with a plain black crop and a pair of chunky
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<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/dresses/yellow-short-sleeve-check-tunic-dress-_321082789" target="_blank">Yellow Check Tunic Dress – New Look £19.99</a><br />
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accessories, shoes or bag – New Look have done excellently with this
design. Throw this dress on with a pair
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This is a bit different to my usual posts so I hope you lovely lot liked it. I'm going to be trying a few new things over the next few weeks so keep your eyes peeled.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08260875466760148907noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8307678345838275049.post-89528532810730509892014-10-13T10:28:00.000+01:002014-11-22T00:15:56.555+00:00Chokers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: start;">I love wearing chokers! They just take me down memory lane- where my younger self stops of at Claire's to nag my mum for a tattoo choker. On top of that they make me feel like that edgy girl from the films (I can dream). Over the past year chokers seemed to have grown in popularity meaning I me and my fellow choker lovers can stock up for when they stop being cool again (but let us take a minute to pray that won't happen).</span></div>
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Here is the latest choker I added to my collection. It came to me in <a href="http://www.ark.co.uk/products/moonchild-black-sun-velvet-choker/071938">Ark</a>. It jumped up and Down on the counter sjhouting 'ALEX BUY MEEEEE!' so I did. It has a lovely soft velvet cord and fastens at the back. The chokers at Ark are one size fits all but the chain you attatch the clasp to is pretty long so I can't imagine it being a problem for anyone.<br />
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The choker in this picture isn't strictly speaking, a choker... It's a headband. One thing I have done when a little strapped for cash is take my but to Primark and blow a huge £1 in there on those giant-bobble-type-headbands to wear them as chokers. You get loads in one pack and if your hair covers the metal clasp no one will ever know- trust me!<br />
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This is a lovely handmade piece created by Shelley from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/shelleybusby">Lostkeys</a>. It is nice to have a charm that's sturdy rather than a dainty thing for a change and this is a thicker cord than anything else I have too. At Lostkeys you can choose from loads of different cords all available in a big range of colours and she does loads of different charms. Chokers from Shelley are custom made to your size which isn't something that you can get on the high street but it's worth waiting a bit for that custom necklace to be hand made exactly how you want it and in the right size.<br />
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On a side note if you decide you want anything from Shelley's store follow her on instagram <a href="http://instagram.com/l0stkeys">@l0stkeys</a> to see when she has promo codes available or any competitions for you to enter.<br />
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Last but not least is this double layered choker from <a href="http://www.chxrmed.bigcartel.com/">Chxrmed</a> which is another handmade accessory. This store does loads of cute tiny charms and crystal chokers and a lot where you can customise things like the charm, the colour of the crystal and the length of your chain. So if you want something that you know that is a little more personal then this is the store to head to. I can't tell you how much I love this choker I've barely taken it off since the postman brought it and I've managed to fall asleep in it a couple of times (wouldn't recommend sleeping in chokers, that is a stupid idea. But it was Freshers week so excuse me).<br />
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Thank you for reading my crazy long post, Alex xo<br />
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This is the second Lipstick Log here on Fangirls and Foundations now, I know it has been quite some time since the first post in this series but I've finally got around to making a second- and there are still plenty more to come! Today I'll be telling you my thoughts on MUA Matte Lipstick in the shade Lilac Belle (although, you probably already gathered that from the title)...<br />
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I know a lot of people have compared this shade to Lime Crime lipstick or other, but I don't have any so I can't compare. However what I can tell you is that this little treasure only costs £1 from Superdrug so its easy to find and easy to afford - round of applause for that. Lime Crime products aren't the most student-budget-friendly and can take a while to arrive here in the UK so I'll be loyal to MUA for the time being.<br />
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I know a lot of cheap matte lip products can flake and dry your lips but I've not suffered with that ball ache with this lipstick.<br />
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I stumbled across a few Sally Hansen products in Poundland and being a sucker for a bargain I snapped them up. One polish I bought was this Magnetic Nail Colour in the shade 'Red-y Response' which is more of a pinky purple shade than a red one but I do love the colour. I love the magnetic effect and it's really easy look to create and not messy and temperamental like I thought it would be. Unfortunately, the polish chips easily but it's easily sorted out if you have a decent top coat you can apply.<br />
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I felt like a 5 year old pairing this Furby crop with frilly socks but it's adorable so who cares? This is just a comfortable outfit to wear out and about in (what's left of) the summer heat. Even though these shoes don't look all that practical they are super comfortable, obviously you couldn't run a marathon in them but you can walk in them all day and your feet will live to tell the tale.<br />
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The Boyfriend Jean has become a huge new trend and I've been on a hunt for the perfect pair. Along the way I've found that there are many aspects that alter and I think that's what makes me love them so much; it makes them seem more of a permanent personal style choice, rather than a fashion trend that is in one season and out the next. That said they are a great jean for this transitional period from Spring/Summer to Autumn/Winter because you won't sweat to death on a warmer day or freeze on a cool one when you're wearing a style of jean that tends be cut up, turned up and baggy.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Typically, boyfriend jeans are frayed and holey but it's not always the case. The pair to the left are, um... Neat? Well, they don't have any holes in anyway and then there are some pairs that are more holes than jeans. I don't have a preference, I think they're all pretty cool.</span><br />
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I’d heard about the Hair Growth range by Lee Stafford months
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products are pretty pricey. When I finally did get them it was because I spied
the lot in Boots on three for two, how could I resist? For me, it’s worth them
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There are just the three products in the range; the shampoo,
conditioner and the treatment. The Shampoo and Conditioner retail at £6.99 and the treatment costs £7.99 so they aren't the cheapest hair products around. I used the products for about a month and a half, on and off with the intention of growing out my fringe for festival season- I don't want a greasy full fringe slapped to my forehead it's not a good look and my hair gets so greasy, so quickly that dry shampoo can't even help me.</div>
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treatment in between shampooing and conditioning- I've only ever used
treatments you use after everything else or on their own. Another thing I wasn't expecting was that you massage the treatment on to your scalp as well as the rest of your hair because most hair treatments are only used at the ends of your hair. I was a bit concerned about applying the treatment at my roots because my hair is naturally oily so I thought it might weigh down my hair and make it look greasy but to my pleasant surprise it gave my hair volume and didn't make it greasy at all. </div>
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I don't have a mass issue with hair loss, it's not like I have bald patches or anything but it does sometimes feel like I malt as much as my fluffy little cat. I used the products on and off and I could really tell a difference in hair loss. I barely lost any hair when I used the Hair Growth collection, it was nice to not keep finding stray hairs in stupid places, or to shed them on other people. It can be kinda gross...</div>
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My hair feels in such good condition when I use this stuff, from root to tip which is excellent. Then there is the growth aspect. The idea behind the products is that they improve the condition of your scalp which in turn helps it grow quicker than when your scalp is a little neglected and I can honestly say it works. </div>
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A silly picture I know, but it's pretty obvious that it's helped me grow out my fringe like I wanted it to. My hair grew around 2 inches in about a month and half which is probably twice as quick as my hair usually grows, if not even quicker.<br />
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It isn't the miracle growth treatment that some people might want for the price tag but to be brutally honest nothing will be. I hate to be a party pooper but there is no magic potion that will take your pixie crop and turn it into locks to rival Rapunzel's in a matter of weeks, I'm afraid it just isn't possible. These products might not be that maigic potion but they are probably as close as you'll get to it and they are bloody fantastic. THANK YOU MR STAFFORD!<br />
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This dress was a brilliant find in the <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/sale_10007" target="_blank">New Look Sale</a> at my local store. It had been reduced to £5 and it's unbelievable value for money. It's a lovely light weight, silky fabric so its perfect for this good weather that's been coming and going lately. As you can see in the last picture it's a beautiful figure-hugging fit and makes me feel good about my figure which lets face it, is what you want what you wear to do- give you confidence! I was a bit iffy about the print at first because it's a little more floral and girly than what I usually wear but I like the paisley aspect of the print and the colours are wonderful and vibrant.<br />
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The sandals are a simple design so they'll be a staple piece of my summer wardrobe thanks to them matching everything and being really comfy. The sandals were only £8 from George at Asda and the the straps that cross the toes are a rubbery material so they're flexible when you move your feet and don't rub.<br />
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To start with I moisturised my hands and applied cuticle cream using No7 products; <i>Protect & Perfect Hand Cream</i> and <i>Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Cream. </i>These creams smell lovely and I can always rely on the hand cream to fix up any flaky, dry skin. After that I filed my nails until I got bored as opposed to until they were a similar shape and size. God I hate filing my nails.<br />
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The set I have used was the Leighton Denny Sweet Petites collection from <a href="http://lookfantastic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Look Fantastic</a>. This lovely set comes with a funny (but bloody fantastic) pink base coat, a top coat, correcter with an itsy bitsy brush and miracle drops.<br />
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This base coat isn't like any other I've ever used - It actually works for a start! Once applied it dries clear and matte so you can't even tell it's there. I was pretty fascinated by it in all honesty. Using all of it's mystical magical powers it grips the colour and makes it stick longer.<br />
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I put a coat of Technic black polish on for my colour. The Technic range is cheap and cheerful with a wide range of colours meaning they're great to build up your nail polish collection with. Unfortunately they can chip after just a couple of hours wear but with a decent base and top coat like I used they lasted a lot longer.<br />
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The top coat is high shine as you can see and dried pretty quickly. Once that had dried I tidied my nails up with the corrector which was quicker and easier to use than I thought it was, I'd assumed it would be a bit on the fiddly side of things.<br />
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With a drop of the miracle drops on each nail they were 100% dry within around 30 seconds if that, and fantastically shiny. The high shine lasted up until I removed it around 5 days later. This cute little set has a lot of staying power and I'd love to get my hands on more Leighton Denny products after finding these such high quality polishes. After this I'm thinking about giving myself a manicure more often it's nice to pamper yourself every now and again.<br />
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I'm no makeup artist but I have found this simple way to highlight and contour using Maybelline New York's cover sticks from their Fit Me collection. So here is how I give my little round face some structure.<br />
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These foundation sticks only provide really light covarage so I used Gosh's BB Cream as a base to give a little more coverage blemishes and dark circles.<br />
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I use two different shades to get this look. 115 is the lightest shade I could find in this foundation but I do believe there is a shade paler available in certain stores. Personally I don't think it is anywhere near light enough to use as a highlighter on my pastey skin, but being as pale as I am I don't have much choice of foundations light enough to match my skin never mind even lighter so I just settled for this. The shade for contouring is pretty spot on for me and any other pale folk and it's the shade 250.<br />
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The way I think about highlighting and contouring is; highlight the areas that stand out and contour areas that are further back or sunken in. So with this in mind I applied the lighter shade to my 't zone' as well as my cupid's bow, the centre of my chin, under eye area, and the tops of my cheek bones. I then used the dark shade down the side of my nose, my temples, the hollows of my cheeks and around my jaw line to help discuise that beautiful double chin I get in photos.<br />
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Then using an elf foundation brush I blended everything in using short strokes- just like you would when you blend in one shade of foundation.<br />
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To set the foundation I used the Fit Me pressed poweder in shade 115, Gosh Growth Mascara and an elf lip stain in Lucky Lady which I reviewed <a href="http://www.fangirlsandfoundations.com/2014/05/id-been-hunting-around-for-lip-stain.html#more" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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This shade is great for day time and is always my first choice for job interviews because it's subtler than the other bright or dark lipsticks I have in my collection. It's nice to have kissable, colourful lips! You don't have to worry about transfer with this product because it is staying put no matter what. You can easily get 6-8 hours of wear from one application.<br />
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These stains come with your bog standard doe foot applicator which isn't anything fancy but it does the job and it's reliable. I'd rather have that than some extravagant thing that makes I can't fathom and make a mess with. In comparison to some other matte lip products, I've found that this formula doesn't dry out or damage my lips at all and I've been wearing this regularly for a few months now so that isn't a naive first impression.<br />
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Just a coat or two and you're left with great pigmented colour and a fantastic matte finish. There is a gloss side to these stains as well but personally I much prefer the matte lip. Another brilliant high-quality product from the high street that won't burn a huge hole in your pocket! Nice one <a href="http://eyeslipsface.co.uk/" target="_blank">e.l.f</a>.<br />
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I adore this dress I got it from <b>Boohoo</b> for £10 in the sale. To say it was so inexpensive it's really flattering in comparison to other cheap skate dresses that cling to every bump, curve and roll. The fabric is nice and light so it's great for summer but the sleeves mean that I get wear out of it on colder days with a jacket and thicker tights. The pretty little bowler was only £5 from <b>Select</b> I spent weeks finding one that didn't look pathetic on my tiny head before I came across this one. </div>
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These shoes were an absolute steal at only £18 from <b>Branch309</b>, I hadn't heard of them until about a month ago. Every pair of shoes on there is a bargain and they have some amazing brands too. I can't even begin to express just how comfy DC's are either! These are my first pair since I was 14 and thought I was the next Avril Lavigne but I have no idea why I stopped wearing them. It's like walking on memory foam!<br />
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<b>NECKLACE </b>- Azendi</div>
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Last week loads of places had huge student discounts and I went on a little spending spree. I got the Sun and Moon print smock and the tattoo choker from ASOS while they had 25% off so I paid less for the two than the dress should have been on its own! This smock is a nice light fabric so it will be perfect for summer and it has some pretty lace detail at the back. This stunning Azendi necklace was a gift its really cute, matches everything and is excellent quality. I was surprised that despite the thin chain it's pretty sturdy too and I don't have to worry if I'm at a gig or on a night out. The dainty midi rings were only £2.99 from H&M and I've barely taken them off since I bought them.<br />
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My lovely boyfriend was ordering himself some stuff from <a href="http://www.bluebanana.com/">Blue Banana</a> and because they have body jewellery on three for two he treated me to this lovely twisted barbell for my belly piercing and a nose ring. I L O V E this barbell! I thought it might get caught on stuff more often than a regular belly bar but it doesn't. I just thought that it would be a nice change and I was right. Well chuffed with this! My nose is feeling a bit tender at the minute because I've just started wearing a stud again after months of being bare nosed so I don't have the ring in but I'll update the post when I've tried that out. Anyhooooo, I just thought I do this quick post to let you all know that this twisted barbell is pretty cool and that Blue Banana have some good bargains at the minute. So there.<br />
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A few weeks back My mum, sister, brother and I did a Swimathon at our local swimming baths. Between us we swam 1.5miles in around 40 minutes by relaying. We swam 2 laps a time in pairs hence the speedy time. It was a great experience that gave my 9 year old sister a chance to show off he skills and encouraged my 6 year old brother to swim as he usually just faffs about. It seemed to give my little bro a confidence boost too which is nice as he tends to beat himself up a bit about swimming. So not only have we collected for a great charity but we have benefited from it as a family, so if you're looking out for things to do with your family charity events like this are a brilliant way to have fun while helping others.<br />
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As I'm sure you know Sport Relief is an excellent charity that funds many project in the UK and internationally. Any donations are accepted with many, many thanks and if you would like to give a little for our sponsor page <a href="http://my.sportrelief.com/sponsor/russell-team-swim">click HERE</a>.<br />
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Winter has been tough on my skin and while I'm at uni I'm a sod for neglecting it. Awh poor skin :( Like many students I came home for Easter and made the most of having a bath; I got myself a pretty disappointing bath bomb, some bubble bath and dug some Original Source body scrub out of the cupboard. I was determined to nurse my skin back to health. After a good scrub my skin still wasn't feeling great so I raided the bathroom for a sufficient aid. That's when I stumbled across this lovely lotion!<br />
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I tend to shy away from shimmer because I break out in acne on my face, chest and shoulders but I thought I'd try this out on my legs as they aren't a problem area. Regardless I'd still avoid problem areas with this because it would attract attention to any acne, eczema, grazes or scars that you might want to keep hidden (then again you might not want to hide them, they are normal, common things to find on your skin after all.)<br />
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My initial thought when I applied this was that I resembled a disco ball but it soon soaked in and left a more subtle shimmer.The lotion did feel sticky for a while and isn't as quick to absorb as other body lotions but still doesn't take a huge amount of time. It doesn't leave any gunky residue either, unlike some nasty body lotions do. Like all Dove products Silky Nourishment smells divine!<br />
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On another note, I can't use fake tan. Even the lightest of shades look ludicrous against my fair skin so this is an amazing alternative as the shimmer gives my legs a sun-kissed look. This is a great skin care buy for the soon approaching summer!<br />
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Live at Leeds is the perfect event for those wusses that love live music but are afraid of the dirt that you'd find at a more conventional festival. The event takes place from the 2nd to the 5th of May and tickets are just £25 for the whole weekend and this gets you entry to loads of great venues across Leeds; including the O2 Academy and the Cockpit.<br />
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In previous years, Live at Leeds has showcased the likes of Mumford and Sons, Ed Sheeran, Jake Bugg and Rudimental. This year's line up is as good as ever, serving up fresh talent to the hungry music lover. <br />
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After releasing his second EP, <i>Cassy O',</i> this March George Ezera will perform in Leeds College of Music. There's hell of a lot of female talent set to show this year too, I'm expecting great things from Chloe Howl and Ella Eyre... No pressure, guys.<br />
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Obviously there's gonna be some awesome bands on too. The Midnight Beast will be there and after the success of their E4 programme I'm guessing they'll be one of the popular acts this year. A fresh band that I'm hoping to see there is Circa Waves, I sadly missed their Sheffield show. Now for the marvellous band -that were giving out popping candy the last time I saw them- Superfood. They'll be playing Leeds Uni 'Stylus' which is one of the best venues I've ever been to. The sound quality of the place is great, I just can't hype it enough.<br />
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Last, and my personal favorite Nina Nesbitt will be there! It's gonna be hard for me not to fangirl and show myself up but I'll try my best. So I hope to see you lot there and I'd head over to see <a href="http://www.liveatleeds.com/schedule/">the schedule</a> so you can plan who you want to see and find out where you'll need to be.<br />
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Coming up to the release of their new album <i>Thirty Two</i>, <b>Reverend and the Makers</b> did 32 house gigs up and down the country. Playing in fans houses shows just how much the band love what they do and the fact they're in it for the fans. I'm well gutted I didn't get to go to one! But luckily they announced they would be playing in a few different HMV stores after the <i>Thirty Two</i> went on sale.<br />
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The acoustic set was brilliant. I've seen the band a few times before but never seen an acoustic set so this made a nice change. New and old songs featured on the set list including; <i>Miss Brown, Devil's Radio</i> and of course, <i>Heavyweight Champion of the World. </i>After the set the band signed copies of their new album, chatted with fans and posed for pictures.<br />
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The album <i>Thirty Two</i> fantastic and I know the track <i>Time</i> will be the soundtrack to my summer. Tomorrow tickets go on sale to see <b>Reverend and the Maker</b>s in Sheffield on the 24th and 25th of October. They'll be playing albums <i>The State of Things</i> and <i>A French Kiss in the Chaos</i> in full on the first date then <i>@Reverend_Makers</i> and <i>Thirty Two</i> the last day. I'm still undecided which day to go, or whether to go to both so someone tell me what to do?!<br />
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The total cost for me and my boyfriend for return flights to Malta, transfers and 7 nights in a 4* hotel cost just over £230. And I'm talking £230 total not per person! So trust me, I know how to save! I'm a student so I have to...<br />
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There are hundreds of places you can get vouchers from for holidays whether its a newspaper, Groupon or a discount code website. Just google what you want. For example, 'low cost holidays voucher codes' will fetch up loads of codes that you can type in at the checkout and get you a few quid off your holiday. Nice one!<br />
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I'm not one to be guilty of this as I'm super lazy when it comes to packing but if you get one of the hand luggage bags that are the maximum size allowance then you can fit enough stuff in there for a week- honestly I've done it more than once. Or if you really need more space why not share hold luggage with someone in stead of paying for 2 over packed bags?<br />
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It wouldn't have been for us in Malta. See if you can find out how much it is to eat out near by your hotel and if there's a close by supermarket you can grab sandwiches from. I looked at <a href="http://blog-jess.com/">Jess' blog</a> who currently lives in Malta and has written a lot about the place, so it really helped me budget. Take a look she might have something to help you out too because she has travelled <b>a lot.</b><br />
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This is probably the best tip I can think of. Just browse holiday sites and find where is cheap at the time you want to go. Try something new.<br />
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Going term-time is the best option but if you have kids or have to go in school holiday time then February half term, Easter, or Summer half term are the best times to go on holiday for the cheapest prices and as a bonus you get away from the British weather!<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">First question and I'm already stuck! Hence why I'm already changing the question. My favourite quote isn't that famous but I love it so much, it's from a miniature film/ theatre production called Sea Wall and it goes like this...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666;">Last year for my 18th whilst in Florida my parents got me tickets to go see Aerosmith in West Virginia, I've wanted to see them since I was about 6 so hands down it was the best present ever!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666;">Usually of me failing to blog, or me starting a post then getting distracted by wanting to change our theme!</span></div>
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Fresh Laces are heading to Manchester to hold one of their marvellous events and we're lucky enough to be official bloggers for the event!<br />
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Fresh laces hold sneaker and lifestyle events in London and now they're coming to Manchester! Previous events have been a great success and we're really excited to be working with them. We'll be keeping you up to date all about the event and hopefully we'll see some of you there.<br />
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I have a feeling that this lipstick might have been discontinued by Calvin Klein but it can be found in a range of shades <a href="http://www.fragrancedirect.co.uk/calvin-klein/calvin-klein-delicious-luxury-creme-lipstick-35g/invt/0038012">here</a>. The lovely Satu has written a post about a few other shades with swatches <a href="http://indiebyheart.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/ck.html">here</a> that you might want to read if you're considering buying one of these lipsticks.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">I am the worst when it comes to reading! I pick up a book and read for hours then put it down, go to bed, and never pick it up again. I honestly can't remember the last book I read all the way through. I set myself this challenge, why don't you join me?</span></div>
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As you may have guessed from the title the challenge is to read 14 books in the year 2014 which is nowhere near the <a href="http://www.petitmoi-bigworld.co.uk/p/50-book-challenge.html">50 Book Challenge</a> but I like to read slowly and it would be unrealistic for me. But you never know, by the year 2050 I might manage that challenge! </div>
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I know a lot of you have probably made a New Years resolution to either lose weight, eat healthy or get fit- personally I'm wanting to get back in shape. Because the first semester of uni seems to have given me a bit of a beer belly I'm planning on limiting myself on alcohol, cheese and I'm going to get back into exercise. Here is a nice, healthy meal idea for you all.</div>
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For this meal you need a sushi rolling mat, seaweed sheets and sushi rice and I was astonished when I found just how inexpensive this stuff is. I got everything from Sainsbury's in the continental food section and it cost me under a fiver for the lot! When you bare in mind that there is enough rice to fill 4 sheets (which you awkwardly get 5 of) it's pretty good value for money. </div>
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Seaweed is really good for you and contain lots of iron which is never a bad thing for fellow females or vegetarians. All I did was chop up some veg, cook the rice as it said then roll it as the instructions showed on the packaging for the mat. Even my blogging partner Shannon could manage to make this (shhh don't tell her I said that!) Unfortunately the pan I used was pants and a lot of rice stuck to it. The lack of rice then meant my sushi was less packed and harder to roll but otherwise it was surprisingly easy! </div>
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I really enjoyed trying this and as this vegetable sushi provided a good amount of iron, zinc and calcium. I'll be eating this on a regular basis now as I can afford it on a student budget, its better for me than supernoodles and cheaper than Quorn!</div>
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