It's been a while... A long while.

 

Where do I begin...

It's been about a decade since I updated this blog and man has my life changed. 

I'm no longer in my 20's =( haha

No longer tied down to a life I never wanted

No longer living in my home country. 

Some things that have stayed the same are my love for beauty, lifestyle, and life. 

I'm married now, living in Central America. Estoy aprendiendo a hablar espanol! I still need a lot of practice though. 

I'm currently on a health and fitness journey after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.

I'm also trying to heal childhood trauma, and learning how to navigate it all in this new country.

I don't know how much I'll update this blog or what I'll post. Maybe a mix of everything I'm doing?

anyway, If you're reading this...Hi! I hope you're doing well. 

xxoo - Katie

My Hair Routine

Time and time again I'm getting complimented on my hair and people always have so many questions like, "Is it natural?" "How did you get it so long?" and "How do you keep it so healthy?"

First things first. Yes. =) My hair length is natural. The colour is not but it is very similar to my natural shade.

As for the next two questions, I've never really known how to answer them. I just let it do it's thing and wash it a few times a week haha! 

With so many people asking about my hair I decided why not make a post so people can refer to it if they want after they ask me questions. So let's get started.

First things first...When it comes to my hair I'm actually quite lazy. I go days without brushing it. Why? Because I can't be bothered. I throw it in a pony tail or a bun and I go on with my day.

Same goes for washing my hair. I wash it a maximum of 3 times a week, sometimes less. Now before you start saying "Ew" Hold on a hot minute and let me explain this. Haha

I have really thick hair. Now combine that with thick strands and the length, I'm going through shampoo and conditioner like crazy. It gets expensive, especially since my hair care products are not exactly cheap. 

My hair will start to look oily after 3-4 days and that is when I wash it. I shampoo right when I get into the shower and massage my scalp and hair for 2-3 minutes. I like to think the longer I take the cleaner my hair will be but I never have the patience. So, moving on. I rinse that out (Obviously) I wring out my hair to make sure all the shampoo has washed away and then I get my hair wet again. This is when I apply conditioner. A little conditioner with extremely wet hair goes a long way (Also reduces a wax build up on your scalp which can cause dandruff and other conditions) On that note, I never apply conditioner to the top of my head unless I'm dry, but the back on my head and the rest of my hair gets the product.

So at this point I let the conditioner sit in my hair and during this time I finish my shower. I don't need to explain that part do I?  Alright. 3-5 minutes have passed. I skip the whole rinse and repeat thing. Who has the time? Seriously...Who actually has the time for that!?

Boom. I'm out of the shower! Yay! (I hate showering. takes way to long and I see it as an inconvenience but I do it because well I have to lol)  I'm perpetually lazy so I wrap my hair in a towel and climb into bed and watch a few cat videos or online shop for up to 45 minutes. Then I brush my hair.

Yeah, I know.. "Brushing your hair when it's wet is sooo totally bad for it." Guess what? I don't care. I HAVE to brush my hair when it's wet, if I don't I'll have insane knots and as I mentioned above, I'm lazy. Don't have time for that. So I start brushing my hair, I brush my bangs first and then I split my hair on both sides and brush from the bottom to the top. 

Once all the knots are gone I fluff my hair so it's not all stuck to my head. At this point I'll add in a heat protector. (If I remember. I usually forget) Now I blow dry my hair. High setting on high heat. I dry my hair the same way I brush it. Bangs, bottom, then top. About half way through I'll switch the hair dryer to cool and finish my hair that way. 

I never completely dry my hair. I dry most of it but I leave a little bit damp in the length because A) I've been drying my hair for a half hour, my arm is tired. and B) I don't want to damage the hair that's already dry even more. 

Next I brush it and style it, this means moving my bangs to one side and smoothing out the lions main I just created. 

That's pretty much it. that's all I do.  

Sometimes if I notice my hair looking dull I will run a small bit of coconut oil through my hair. It adds a nice natural shine and makes my ends look extremely healthy.

If I'm in between trims and my hair is looking rather rough, I wait until I know I'm showering the next day and before bed I take a generous amount of coconut oil and saturate the last 3-4 inches of my hair in it. I put it in a secure bun, go to sleep and rinse it out when I wash my hair the next day. This gives my hair a beautiful shine and adds great softness.

As for haircuts, I cut my own hair. I stopped getting my hair cut professionally when I was 15 due to some awful experiences. Anyway,  DO NOT TRY THIS UNLESS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING! Seriously the last thing you want is to make a mistake you can't fix. I'm self taught and took a hair cutting course in high school. With that being said, obviously  I'm not a hairstylist and I don't have the education of one but I do know enough to trust myself and my scissors. I'll trim an inch or two off my hair whenever coconut oil stops giving my ends the results I want when I saturate them.

I love my hair and try to maintain it as best as I can. Maybe my routine will help you achieve goals you have with your own hair! Let me know! =D <3

                                      Xxoo - Katie

July Favourites!

Hey everyone!! 
It's been forever since I've done a favourites post so I'm pretty excited right now and I hope you are too! I've only been loving a few products this month so this post wont be too long I just wanted to share my new loves with you! So lets get started!

BEAUTY FAVOURITES
24 Hour Revlon Colorstay  Foundation
"I'm addicted and I just cant get enough!" Lyrics just get me sometimes...
For a drug store brand, this foundation is FANTASTIC! It stays where you apply it and has amazing coverage. It never leaves my skin feeling dry or oily and it stays on forever! Don't skip washing your face when you wear this foundation. It stays on so well that your pores wont be able to breathe. Wash that face! Don't be lazy!

Real Techniques Buffing Brush
 This brush is God sent! Its my "go to" brush for my foundation and so far I swear by it. I favour this brush over my others because the short bristles really help you work your foundation into your skin for a flawless finish. Anther reason why I love this brush so much is it's durability. I'm tough on my brushes and go through them quite quickly but this one has stayed in tact and I'm pretty happy about that!

Revlon Photoready Pressed Powder -Translucent
So this is the first time I've tried Revlons translucent powder and I'm in love. I'm privy to their photoready powder in medium but because it's summer I don't want to have a heavy amount of make up on and I feel like this translucent powder allows my skin to breathe a little better then their pigmented powders. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm just going by how my skin feels during the day. this powder has shimmer in it so once applied it, the shimmer will catch in the light and highlight your natural features. You don't have to worry about reapplying this product. I

t hugs to the colorstay foundation and creates a flawless matte finish.

Goody Ouchless Elastics
If you have thick hair, then you already know.. These are a miracle! I've been loving these pony tails for years. I go through them so fast, mostly because I lose them or they eventually break. Anyway, most pony tails break in my hair instantly but these last quite a long time and they don't have a metal connector so no more hair being pulled out! They're called ouchless for a very good reason! Try these out! I'm so sure you''ll love them just as much as I do!

Goody Medium Claw Clips
When applying my make up or styling my hair, I grab these clips. When applying my make up I clip my hair behind me to keep it out of the way. When I style my hair I like to use these clips to keep my hair sectioned. I find the medium clips to be the perfect size for my thick hair. they stay secured and hold my hair in place extremely well. If you want an easy half up hair style, pick up these clips or if you just want your hair out of your face I recommend them for that as well.

MUSIC FAVOURITES

Currently LOVING Kat Dahlia! I think I'm in love again. I'm addicted to this song and can't get enough, it's constantly on replay or playing in my head. I think what I love most about this song is the fact that it's so relatable. I think a lot of us ave had that moment of "Here we go again." and this song captures it pretty well. give it a listen. I think you'll enjoy it just as much as I do.  

Lets be honest for a second........ we all have those moments when were jamming out to a song and we get right into it, to the point where you pray to God that no one is watching you.. For me that song is BBHMM By Rihanna. Seriously, guys I dont know what comes over me when I hear this song but for some reason I think I'm Rihanna and I try to be as tough as she is but lets be real for another second..I'm not. but there's no shame in having fun and thats what I do. I have to say though, this song is NOT for everyone! Especially the video, It's NSFW and watch at your own discretion

And that's all I have for you guys this month. Not a lot of favourites but definitely good ones. What have you been loving this Month? Make sure to tell me down below! Happy FriYAY Everyone! 

                                                      Xxoo- Katie 

30 Ways To Use Coconut Oil!

So if you follow nutrition, beauty, and any health trends then you've probably heard about coconut oil and the million and one different ways you can use it. I've gathered 30 of my favourite uses to share with you

1. Tanning Oil
How can you go wrong with a natural tanning oil? Especially one that smells so good!!
2. Butter Substitute 
Spread some on toast/crackers and enjoy!
3. Lip Balm
Coconut oil is a fast moisturiser and gives quick relief to dry and chapped lips
4. Cooking oil
Coconut oil is a much healthier option for those of you who like fried food and the flavour is quite satisfying but also much different then vegetable oil.
5. Make-Up Remover
Apply a small amount on to your finger tips and gently apply it to your face and wipe away with a a cloth and warm water
6.Mouthwash
this is perfect for me since I don't like the taste of regular mouthwash
7. Natural Deodorant
Coconut oil has natural antibacterial properties so it helps to stop odour.
8. Shaving Cream
Warm the oil in your hands and apply to the area that needs to be shaved! Rinse well and you're done!
9. Massage Oil
A natural long lasting and moisturising alternative to store bought massage oils! (Add a few drops of essential oils to really make it unique and even more beneficial to your health!)
10. Cuticle Oil
Apply daily to your cuticles for healthy and strong nails!
11. Acne Treatment
A natural antibiotic that can kill the harmful bacteria on your skin that causes acne
12. Energy Booster
Consuming coconut oil is said to boost mental alertness and over all energy! Try adding some to your coffee!
13. Cold Sores
Applying a small amount to the sore a few times a day is said to speed up the healing process!
14. Bath Oil
Add coconut oil to your bath water for a fresh scent and extra soft skin!
15. Popcorn Topping

Add some melted coconut oil and some salt to your popcorn for a fresh and addicting taste!
16. Wounds
Apply coconut oil to minor scrapes and scratches. Remember, coconut oil has antibacterial properties so this is great to add to your first aid kit if you don't like using peroxide or rubbing alcohol.
17. Sore Throat
Swallowing a bit of coconut oil will create a soothing coating in your throat which quickly eases discomfort!
18. Detangler
warm a bit of coconut oil in your hands and lightly apply to damp hair then comb away!
19. Removes Rust
apply to rusted surfaces (knives, scissors) and leave on for about 3-4 hours, wipe off and the rust should wipe off with it!
20. Tattoo Moisturiser 
Apply to new tattoos to help them heal quickly!
21. Eyelash Enhancement 
Frequent mascara wearers will most likely have dry lashes. Apply coconut oil to your lashes every night and in about two weeks you will start to notice they look fuller and longer!
22. Minimize Heartburn
swallowing a teaspoon of coconut oil can help reduce the discomfort of heartburn very quickly!
23. Salad Dressing
Use the oil as a base and add some vinegar, and whatever spices you choose, mix and add to your salad! Enjoy!
24. Fade Age Spots
Apply coconut oil to any age spots you may have to reduce the look and reverse signs of ageing.
25. Face Moisturiser 
Wash your face and apply a small amount to your face for soft and supple skin
26. Tame Frizz.
Warm a small about of oil in your hands and lightly apply to hair for a polished and sleek look.
27. Cat And Dog Treat
Feed a small amount to your furry friend to help enhance their coat and rid them of dry skin
28. Add To Beverages
Add a small amount of coconut oil to hot chocolate, and smoothies for a bit of extra flavour and a few extra health benefits!
29. Aids In Weight Loss
It's been said that coconut oil can help speed up your metabolism if you eat some everyday!
30. Teeth Whitener 
Swishing coconut oil around in your mouth for 2 minutes a few times a week is said to whiten your teeth and help keep your mouth clean!


So there you have it! 30 uses for coconut oil! As always, if you try any of these or have any additional uses for the oil let me know because I love reading all your tips and tricks! 
Hope you all had a fantastic week! 

                                                                 Xoxo - Katie




   

Spring Cleaning!

I don't know if ya'll have noticed but the snow is MELTING!!! If you're reading this and you don't have snow where you are......well I'm envious.

There is something so satisfying about knowing the snow is going away, maybe it's because I know the trees and grass are going to be green in a matter of a few weeks, and the weather is just going to keep getting better. What ever it is, I'm excited and I can't wait!

Spring reminds us all of fresh, new, and clean beginnings so I thought I'd share with you a few little ways to welcome the new season and how to make the most of the exciting feeling were all having for this weather!

1. Open the curtains!
Let the sun in and feel it's warmth on your skin!
2.Eat cleaner!
Spring is clean and refreshing! your diet should be too. chop up some veggies and fruit and munch out!
3. Exercise!
Yeah I know.... But come on,  spring is all about transformations and new beginnings and you should be a part of that
4. Go through your clothes
Revamp that wardrobe and donate your old clothes..you know the ones you said you'd wear again but never did. ;)
5.Cut your hair or get new make-up
Change is good! get with the season!
6.Pamper yourself!
Moisturize! Winter is a dry season, get a head start on healthier skin!
7.Evaluate your skin care!
Have a fresh start with cleaner skin, revamp your routine!
8.Clean your social media's.
delete the people that do more harm than good. You're news feeds should be filled with positivity and knowledge not rants about getting the wrong fast food order or how your parents suck and "they just don't get it". Ain't nobody got time for that!
9.Clean your mind!
make an effort everyday to start fresh. Smile and think positive and you'll be surprised just how much better you're days become.
10.Open your windows!
Let the fresh air in. take it in and enjoy it. Winter is almost gone! Welcome spring into your home as soon as you can. 

So these are just the small ways I prepare for spring in my life and mind. If you have anything to add let me know because I'm always interested in knowing what everyone else does to welcome ad embrace the great weather.
If you were interested in making a few changes, I hope this gave you a few ideas and inspiration. As always let me know what you though in the comments below!

Happy spring time, everyone!


                                                    xxoo - Katie

February Favourites!

It feels like it's been forever since I've done a favourites so I'm pretty excited about this one. I don't have many favourites this time around since February is such a busy month for me. But I gathered a few things that have been pretty staple for me and that I've really enjoyed having this month, so lets get right into it!

Beauty Favourites:

I love... strawberries and milkshake

I received this as a birthday gift this month and I've used it every single day since. It came as a 4 piece set with body butter, exfoliating shower smoothie, bubble bath/shower get and a really cute pink loofah. I've  been  loving this, especially loving the body butter. The scent is pretty mild, not empowering at all. but it does smell sweet, and creamy. I find the scent really stays on you and doesn't travel far, which i really like in case I'm around someone who is allergic to fragrance.  The formula of this body butter is just like any other butter. It's really thick and moisturizes so well which I really need this winter. What's up with this weather these days? Anyway..moving on. the bubble bath/shower gel makes some serious bubble but sadly they didn't  last long. and that's a bit of a downer for me but even thought he bubbles were gone, the scent stayed which was pretty relaxing. As for the exfoliating shower smoothie....Yum.  Super creamy texture, and there is just the right amount of exfoliating beads in every use. It smells great just like the other two products so if you happen to find this product..try it =)

Eco Pure Cocoa Butter Body Lotion 

Mmmmmm is my initial thoughts on this product. The smell alone is enough for me to repurchase this over and over again! I got this as a set with a shower gel, it smells amazing as well but i have yet to use it. but the lotion...Yum! it smells like every other cocoa butter product, so its nothing new but you'll love this is you love that scent. the formula is light and smooth and never leaves my hands greasy no mater how much i try to put on. The scent with this one travels but is also very light smelling. like most cocoa butter products, it smells natural and very warm! If you can find this product. smell it, buy it, and thank me later =)

Avon Naturals Blushing Charme Cherry Blossom body spray

I'm not one for Avon products but this is one product that I really love. I find most body sprays, no matter what brand, always smell more like alcohol than the actual scent and because of that the longevity is pretty much non existent, But for some reason Avon has managed to out do everyone else and step up their body spray game. considering the first ingredient in this is in fact alcohol, you can't tell. and the scent lasts all day. I like to spray a little in my hair so when I flip it behind me I smell the spray again, and if you know me, that would make me pretty excited haha. 

Adidas Fruity Rhythm Perfume.

So the top notes in this perfume are black current and raspberries. ( My favourite fruit)   The middle notes are cyclamen and freesia and the base note is musk which really helps balance all the  sweet notes in this perfume. I like to spray it on both sides on my neck and I can smell it all night long and through to the next day.  This is probably the cheapest perfume I own but how can you go wrong when it smells so fresh and lasts such a long time? Yup. didn't think you could!

Hard Candy Glow all the way  body and face luminizer

This product is so fun to play with. It's part of a 4 product range and each one is  infused with 24 karat gold. This particular shade is #319 Dollface. I have played around with this product for years now and honestly use it on the smallest part of my face. My cupids bow. I apply a small amount with my finger tip and blend it up towards my nose. This gives the illusion that I have big lips, and i can see it's effect instantly. then I add a little lip liner and I'm feeling like Kylie Jenner. You can apply  this to your brow bone, top of your cheeks, your arms, chest and even as an eye shadow if you really wanted to, it's a multi-use item and it works! 

Has anyone noticed a theme for  this blog post?  Very pink, red and full of fragrance...I'm loving this! 

Moving on...to more red and fragrance.. =)

Black Cherry Merlot Foaming Hand Soap Bath And Body Works

This smells like what it is, just like all bath and body works products. you can never g wrong with them. I've been loving this because it's the only soap that isn't leaving my hands dry after. like I mentioned earlier, that's been an issue for me this winter so this has been a nice addition to having more moisturized hands. and the smell is very captivating. it's rich and very true to fresh black cherries and wine, and we all know how much I like wine! Haha. Not only do I recommend this scent but pretty much every other scent from this company is a crowd pleaser so definitely check them out!

Non Beauty Favourites

Scentsy. One of my friends sells this product and pretty much every time I go over I'm smelling her collection and falling in love with a new scent every time. After a few months of carefully selecting my favourites I've narrowed it down to 3. So here they are 

Luna

So Scentsy describes this scent  as "White florals — jasmine, sweet pea, and freesia — juicy berries, and sandalwood shimmer like moonlight." I couldn't agree more. I mean if moonlight had a smell. it would be Luna. I'm a huge fan of each scent in this bar so it was no surprise that i liked it so much! If you get a chance to smell this, Do it!!

Shaka!

The moment I smelt this for the first time my first and only thought was "I need a man who smells like this!" that thought hasn't changed! haha.  Scentsy's description of this scent is "Classically cool: rich sandalwood infused with a splash of bergamot and lime."  Now, I have no clue how bergamot smells but it's gotta be good. Sandalwood is an all time favourite of mine and so is lime so this scent is a win- win for me. If you like the smell of light cologne, smell this and thank me later! 

Serene Green

This has to me my favourite out of every scent Scentsy has. It's crisp, clean, and SO fresh smelling. Scentsy's description says "Deep green lime leaves, crisp verbena, and tart citrus zest in a bright, happy fragrance." Perfect. The description is spot on. You'd think this would be a really powerful citrus smell because of the lime leaves and citrus zest but the lime leaves actually have a sweet earthy smell and verbena brightens up the entire scent. This is a must for me now and I can't wait to get my brick. rumor has it, this is getting discontinued, so hurry up and get your hands on this little beauty before it's too late! 

Music

Taylor Swift - 1989

This month I got my laptop fixed, which means that I got iTunes back! (YAY!) 
So the last album I bought before it broke was Taylor Swift 1989 and I was so crushed when i couldn't listen to it anymore. But, now that it's back, so is the music and I've been listening to her album nonstop. My favourite tracks off the album are Welcome to New York, Style, Out of the Woods, Wildest Dreams, I Know Places, Clean, and Wonderland....So pretty much the entire album. I like every song but the ones I listed are ones I've just been personally loving. So give this one a listen! There's a song for everyone! 

And last but not least.

Sam Hunt - Montevallo

So not only is Sam Hunt pretty easy to look at but his songs are super catchy! Leave the Night On is constantly playing in my mind and House Party. His voice is so nice and easy to sing with. His album came out in October last year but I never gave it a chance until now and I'm really glad I did. You can check out his songs on YouTube. Let me know what you think! =) 

Well that concludes my February Favourites! I hope you all enjoyed this post, make sure to tell me what you've been loving this month and if try any of these products let me know ow you like them! See you all in March!

xxoo - Katie

December Favourites!

Am I the only person who feels like December comes and goes way too fast?

With that being said, I don't have many favourites this month but the ones I do have, I think are pretty great so lets just get into it!


Beauty Favourites

Chi Silk Infusion Hair Serum

Hair serum is a product I have become best friends with over the years and I think any girl with long and or thick hair  can say the same thing.Over the years I have come to find that the more money I spend on a serum, the better the results especially with serums that contain argon, moringa, and Moroccan oils.
Not only do I adore  the results I get from this serum but the smell is so warm and rich it lasts in your hair all day. I continuously get compliments on it which always results in me raving about it for a good half hour but do not worry, I won't keep you here for that long on just this one product! I like to apply a quarter sized amount into towel dried hair, blow dry and then apply a little less than a dime sized amount onto the ends of my hair. I'm sure there is a better way to apply the product to get amazing results but this is what works for me. my hair is shiny, silky, and frizz free which is so amazing when you have long thick hair like me! Now with all the amazing qualities this product has the only downfall I have with it is the price I pay around $32 for the large bottle which is a lot of money to me but the bottle will last me over a year so in the end it's not all that bad. 

Next up we have a Beauty Blender but this is not the original it is just a dupe. but honestly it works just the same! So to help any one who doesn't understand how this works, it's a foundation applicator that works when you get it wet. The Beauty Blender helps anyone achieve perfectly and evenly blended foundation. I Use the Beauty Blender dupe so mine works just a little different that the original, but that is to expected. The dupe holds more water which means adding more foundation to get an even coverage but just like the Beauty Blender it cuts your blending time in half which I really appreciate haha! An original Beauty Blender is about $20 where as my dupe was about $7. I don't mind a little extra work when I save some money especially when the two products are so similar. Cleaning this product is really simple too. I use soap and warm water just like I do for all my make up brushes and it only takes about 2 minutes to clean!

BH Cosmetics automatic eyebrow pencil - Blonde

The photo says black but I use the shade blonde. I've really been loving this brow pencil not only this month but pretty much every month and I've talked about it here on my blog before. The product is angled so you can get precision and its nicely pigmented so you don't have to go over your lines a bunch of times. What I like most about this brow pencil is the fact that it stays where I put it. the formula is so thick that it never runs off your face and even stays when applied over foundation.  A few other things I like about this is not just the staying power on your skin but the longevity of the product itself. I fill in my brows every single day and I am no where close to having to buy a new brow pencil. I've been working with this one for over a year. I would recommend this to pretty much anyone because the price is just as great as the product I paid no more than $8 on the BH Cosmetics website.

Baby Lips - Grapevine
Anyone who knows me and my make up collection knows how much I love Baby Lips and how many I own. They smell good, have a mild taste, last long and moisturize very well, and like always the price is pretty amazing too! these run for about $3-$4 and you can find them at any department store and in any make up isle. I have been wearing the shade Grapevine this month and every time I apply it I cant help but stare at my lips because in the tube the colour looks really dark and pigmented but once applied it's shiny and gives off the same colour as in the tube but with a glossy finish so it's not actually that dark which I love and have never found a lip balm to give off that effect! Baby Lips are perfect for the girls who don't want something heavy on their lips just a sheer bit of colour or shimmer. If I'm not wearing lipstick I'm most likely wearing something from Baby Lips. From scents like tangerine shock to peppermint there is a baby lips for everyone. Try this out if you love simplicity and tasty smelling lip products! haha

Non Beauty Favourites

Tetley Mint Green Tea

As I type this I currently have a cup of this tea beside me. I love green tea and mint tea is my favourite so having them together makes me oddly excited. I have been drinking this non stop all month and I have no plans to stop! What I love most about this tea is the smell. Have you ever had those spearmint leave candies? Well this smells exactly like those. The smell instantly wakes you up and the first sip is always so refreshing. I find that this tea has a perfect balance of the green tea and mint so you can really enjoy both flavours especially when you let the tea steep and leave the bag in while you drink it the flavours never become overwhelming or bitter which I find happens quite a bit with other teas especially if you don't use milk and sugar like me. If you like mint and green tea separately then definitely give this one a try and don't forget to tell me what your thoughts are! 

Elf

One of the funniest and sweetest Christmas movies around and the only movie with Will Ferrell that I actually like (I know, what's wrong with me?) This movie always makes me laugh no mater how many times I watch it. and I really love how positive the movie is. Buddy is always SO happy and I find that his positive energy reaches out to the people watching the movie and makes everyone smile! How can you not love that? If you have yet to watch this movie, go grab a drink and a snack, rent, stream or borrow this movie and thank me later! ;)

Our Collection
So this month I won't be talking about my favourite songs but a new group that has recently started recording and uploading covers to Youtube. Despite the fact they have just recently started sharing their music with the world, these 3 have have all been friends and playing music together for quite sometime. Katie - Singer Jamie - Bass And Jowl - Guitar ( If I'm not mistaken haha)  are Our Collection and create covers of old classics and upload regularly which is pretty fantastic for their viewers. In my opinion Katie's voice puts a modern twist on the songs which makes them not only refreshing to listen to but still brings back the memories each song gave too you while listening to the originals! I say well done Our Collection here are two of their YouTube videos which I think shows off their range of musical talents! I hope you love them just as much as I do, and if you do, don't forget to show them some love by liking, subscribing, and even sharing their music with your friends and family like I'm doing right now!

Wild Horses 

 Zombie

There you have it guys! December Favourites! I Hope you enjoyed this post and if you try or listened any of the products/ videos above make sure to let me know what you thought.

I hope each and everyone of you have a great holiday season with your families and enjoy any celebration you have coming up. I'll see you all in the new year!!  


                                                  Xoxo - Katie

My Favourite Winter Nail Polishes

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So winter is fast approaching, for many of us, we already have snow so I thought, instead of complaining about the cold weather how about a blog post about some of my favourite winter nail colours! So I've gathered five polishes that I've been using the most these past few weeks. So enough talk, lets get right into it!


OPI - Just A Little Rosti At This

I LOVE THIS COLOUR! I'm currently wearing it as I type this. It's the perfect burgundy shade for fall. This is such a warm, luscious, and creamy colour, I cannot get enough of it. This shade is so pigmented you could get away with one coat but two just makes it SO much better. Other than the colour another reason I love this polish is because it's pretty much the same shade as my favourite lipstick from Rimmel London #107 From the Kate Moss collection. I love when little things like lips and nails match, so naturally this made me super happy!

OPI - Give Me Moor!

This shade reminds me of a strong unopened bottle of cabernet sauvignon. which kind of makes no sense because the actual colour is way more purple. I really enjoy this colour when I feel like wearing my (fake) leather coat. It makes me feel like some sort of rebel vampire. Don't judge! 
This polish needs two coats since it's a bit translucent, but that second coat packs a mean punch and really gets dark. I love wearing this polish and then adding the next polish over top so add a little something special!

Morgan Taylor - Fame Game

I wouldn't classify this polish as a glitter polish, even though it is, but rather a shimmer polish since the sparkles are so tiny, AND it's easy to remove. Wait what? A glitter polish that's easy to remove? Yup. It's true. they actually exist! Morgan Taylor is a fairly new brand to me, I only ever started working with and seeing these polishes when I was in school. They were decently priced and had a great range of colours so I picked a few up. This polish looks good on it's own but I find that it looks best with a white base coat, or as an overlay. This polish reflects blue, green, yellow, and orange so it goes over top of top of pretty much any colour! It adds just a nice little pop of sparkle and reminds me of fresh fallen snow, you know.. the kind that glitters. =)

Morgan Taylor - Where's My Crown
This is my go to Christmas colour for my accent nail. two coats of this and your nails are evenly coated. Even one coat to add a little shimmer to your nails looks amazing. I love the amount of glitter in this polish and the fact that the glitter all the same size and shape, it makes the nail look so flawless because there is never a space without glitter. I love to pair this polish with my OPI Just a little rosti at this. Adding it to my accent nail over top of the OPI makes my nails scream Romantic Christmas! haha Because this is a glitter polish, it lifts off of the nail quite easily so I highly recommend a base coat and a top coat.

 Last but of course not least

Morgan Taylor - Sapphires, Rubies, and Emeralds Oh My
Honestly the name pretty much says all you need to know! what makes this glitter polish so incredible besides the glitter is the base of it. The base of this polish is a sheer dark purple so when I got it I instantly fell in love but I was a little nervous to use it because I thought the base would cover up the sparkles and the polish would just look chunky on the nail but I couldn't have been more wrong, the glitter shines through the base effortlessly! The glitter is purple, pink, blue, gold, and green, it's like a little bottle of Mardi Gras and totally remind me of Esmerlda from the hunchback of Notre Dame. I chose this as a winter colour because of how dark of a polish it is, you can wear this without a dark base and get away with it the base colour and the amount of glitter make it possible. Like the polish above, this does need a base coat and a top coat although this never lifts off my nail like the glitter polishes above. but still base and top coat are always a must for longer lasting polish!

So I hope you all liked this blog post, I'll be back with some more of my favourite polishes for the winter season in an upcoming post so stay tuned for that. and like always if you have any questions, comment below or ask me on any of my social media pages which you can find along the side of my blog! enjoy your day everyone! Thanks for reading =)

Katie - Xxoo