List of Loves - June Favourites! | Laura Ann

Hello Lovelies!

So I haven't done a favourites blog yet but I've wanted to for a long time but I didn't feel I had enough to talk about....until now! Lets just jump right in! Here are this months favourites!

The first thing is my amazing Penny Board! Last August, on the very last day in New York I purchased a Penny Board! I had really wanted one for a very long time but never bought one... until this holiday! I met two lovely workers called Ben and Byron who helped me out and I've never been so happy with a purchase (apart from clothes they're fabulous!) So this is my Penny!

 

 

The next thing I have been loving is this book: Alexa Chung IT! Let me tell you something, its incredible! Possibly the greatest book I have ever read EVER. The way it is written is so relatable even though her life is much more fabulous than mine, you kind of connect with it! I got it from Urban Outfitters for £16.99 which I guess is expensive for a book but its completely and utterly worth it!

 

The book shows up weird on camera because its a funny material so the lines are not actually there

I'm a complete shoe addict and its gotten quite serious as im stealing my sisters shoes now... We both love Converse and my sister has awesome ones especially these which are so funky and great for summer as they're really bright and colourful! I think these are limited Edition but I don't remember as they are from Florida in 2010.

 

 

 

Back to Books! Ever heard of John Green? Of course he's the author of many books but most popular The Fault in Our Stars! Although im not talking about that one- Paper Towns. Im reading Paper Towns and im addicted- not going into too much detail but its just as good as Tfios!

 









Next on my list of loves is a Kimono! The very popular, the very amazing Kimono. I think these look amazing dressed up or dressed down but I honestly love them! Mine is a very bright pink Patterned design from Primark for just £13!

This is me wearing the Kimono obviously!

I Went to the custard Factory in Birmingham the other day and there's this Vintage store that I fell in love with! I bought some Glasses from there and im now officially addicted to them! I feel they make an outfit abit different and they look very chic!

I could ramble on about a million more things but im going to leave it here... for now! Please let me know what you are loving and I'll talk to you again soon!

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Love you all!
Laura xo

The Chunky Shoe | Laura Ann

Hello Lovlies!

Right, recently I have been LOVING the chunky boot/shoe! I already have some chunky cut out boots which you may have seen on a previous blogpost but now they have become my addiction!

I've found this really amazing website that sells all the shoes I love for a very decent price! It's called Lamoda.com!  

These are my absolute favourites which might actually be purchased very soon!

The very first pair, which are white, are my favourites! They're kind of a brogue style and I think they will look cute with every outfit and they are only £20!

Now they're not all boots (obviously) and there are socks on there BUT I thought these shoes with those socks will look amazing and the socks are only £1.00 which is a complete bargain!

Each shoe would look great dressed up or down and yes they're not everyone's cup of tea but most definitely mine! 

What shoes are you really loving? If there are any websites that sell shoes like this for cheap let me know! 

 

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Love you all!

Laura xo

New Buys: River Island Shoes

Hello Everyone!

So I have spent even more money! I swear I have a problem because I can't go a day without shopping or spending a little bit of money BUT I have wanted this particular pair of shoes for a very long time but could never afford them!

I went into my local river island and went straight to the sale and in the shoe I wanted in the last size for £15 from £45 were the exact shoes I have been wanting!! That last size was my size it was just like fate!

The shoes are very stylish and go with every outfit! I know they're not for everyone but I seriously love them with a passion!

They are the chunky cut out boots that look a little like this:

Have you got anything on your shopping list?

Love you lovelies

Laura xo

OOTD: Shopping with a special friend!

Hello everyone!

So today I went out with a very special friend! She is a beauty,fashion and lifestyle vlogger on YouTube and it's been a while since I had seen her! 

So I thought I'd show you what I'm wearing as it's a nice day and it will be nice to show you I guess! I love wearing vans! They go with everything!!

My leather jacket: Punky Fish

Man of Steel Tshirt: Primark

Black jeans: Topshop

Shoes: Vans

Bag: Zara (a few years ago though) 

So what's your favorite piece of clothing you own? What sort if shoes do you wear?

Love you lovelies 

Laura xo

Weekend OOTD!

Hello everyone!

It is indeed the weekend! That consists of two days which means two outfits - clever counting laura! I'm going to show you two outfits and I will hopefully inspire your outfit choices!

So on Saturday I was a little dressy but fashion is a statement not a style, fashion does not have to be worn casually nor outside the runway! So it does not matter!

Shoes: Top shop, Necklace & Rings: Primark, Bracelet: H&M, Frilly Socks: Primark, Dress: Primark!
So this outfit looks quite classy, old school but also very modern! I love it and wear this probably too much but it never gets old and seems to look different each time!

Sunday! On Sunday I went to the Pub with my family and its so lovely in there! It also has a very good WIFI connection!

Jumper: ASOS & eBay, Necklace: Primark, Boots: George-ASDA
So I wore jeans with this outfit but I left the bottoms out as you could pair it with leggings, jeans or even a skirt! My jumper is quite oversized so its very very comfortable and its my favourite jumper ever! The boots are just a must have for every outfit- they're so comfy! For me comfort is key so I like a lot of things that make me feel nice!


What did you do this weekend? Anything fancy or did you just chill?
Love you lovelies!
Laura xo
 

New buys: Topshop Shoes

Hello everyone!

So a fair few blogposts ago I posted about what I'm crushing on from topshop and some geek t bar shoes may or may not have popped in the list! 

I've wanted these shoes for absolutely ages, but I could never afford them! So as the weeks went by and the sales came, the shoes I wanted were only £10!!! I could not resist the £32 shoes I wanted for only a tenner! The colours in  black, burgundy and silver! I bought the silver ones because they are abit different but go with everything! 

They're very comfortable and my new favourite shoes! I seriously recommend getting them! 

Have you bought anything in the sales recently? What shoes are you loving right now? 

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo

Winter Warmth!

Hello everyone!

So it's winter here in England and many other places around the world and that means it's very very cold! At night time I get rather chilly and layer up a lot! I sleep with lots of blankets on just to keep myself warm!

So I thought I'd share with you what I do to keep warm and I'm going to give you my little tips on how to stay cosy in these winter months!

When I get in from school, I like to make a hot drink! I'm the type of person that doesn't like to wear proper clothes when there's no need to, I like to be comfortable, so as soon as I come in and have my hot drink I put my pyjamas on and chill out! When I say 'chill out' that means messing around on my phone, tweeting my socks of! 

Talking about socks, cosy slipper socks are a must have! If your feet are warm, your body is warm! I tuck my bottoms into my socks and put these cute bootie slippers on!

I don't just wear my pyjamas as that doesn't keep me too warm but what I do wear as well is a dressing gown or a fleece poncho! For Christmas I got some cosy keepers! This is a Minnie Mouse style fleece poncho which I just throw on over my pyjamas or even clothes and it keeps me snuggly! I also got this pink and white hooded dressing gown which feels amazing!

Keeping yourself busy also helps you stay warm! If your doing something you won't notice being cold! I don't necessarily mean go running to get warm because I'm very lazy in the winter and going out in the cold to get warm doesn't make sense to me so I potter around in my room, on the computer, or reading! I love reading a lot and lying in bed while having a read is quite relaxing! 

I always try and write when I'm not doing anything and I really enjoy it!

 

Having a cosy room makes you feel cosy too I feel, so I have little fairy lights around my bed and it makes my room look so pretty!

So what do you do in your room, or in the winter when it's too cold to go out?

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo

Primark&Lush: Haul

Hello Everyone!

Happy New Year! So the other day I went shopping! My shopping list started as checked trousers and t-bar shoes but I came back with a little different! I didn't actually get any shoes as there were none in stock but I have ordered them online and should be here soon so that's very good!

So lets get started on what I actually did purchase!

The first place I went was Selfridges, there was a lot I wanted but I held myself back! Walking through the Bobby Brown and M-A-C section was like a dream! I have to say I took a peak at the mac lipsticks but held myself back!

Anyway I went to the Primark that is in Selfridges as it has all the 'posher' clothing there!
I picked up a Disney t-shirt which has bambi on it and its so so cute!

It is very comfortable as well! I've worn it so much already!

Moving on to the main Primark in Birmingham! I bought too items from here which we're lucky finds! I didn't expect to find them but I did! 

So I firstly picked up this satchel which was £9.00 and I've wanted a satchel for a long time now but they're quite expensive therefore this is a cheaper option but also looks the same as a high end one! I also bought some checked trousers which were £12 but when I got to the till she said they were only £5 which is a right bargain! I wore these trousers on New Years Eve so you can check my previous blogpost to see what they look like on! 

The bag is very spacious which is actually very helpful! It's also quite strong for such a cheap bag! I love it!

The next shop was Lush! We all know how much I love Lush! I could not possibly leave without buying something!

I firstly got this which smells like candy hearts, those sweets! 

This is called 'space girl' and I'm so excited for it!

The next one has quite a subtle smell but I'm not sure how to describe it- you will learn I cannot describe scents! 

But it looks like this and is called Pop in the Bath, Bubble Bar Slice!

There were different colours of it too (blue,pink&yellow) but I thought it would be interesting in the bath! It actually did turn out Green!

The next thing from Lush which I actually didn't buy, my sister got me this for Christmas and that is the very popular Snow Fairy Star Wand and looks like this...

 

It's got a cute little bell on it! I had wanted this for a while but they were always sold out as they are very very popular! It is reusable which is why I quite like it and smells divine! If you have smelt snow fairy- that's it!

So what products have you bought from Lush? Do you have any favourites?

Thankyou!

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo

New Years Eve: Hair, Make Up & outfit

Hello Everyone!

Happy New Year! I hope you've had a great year and an even better one to come!

So firstly makeup - as my main outfit is Black and White - so I've gone for a Bright Red Lipstick and Winged Eyeliner as a statement to the outfit! 

These are the products I used:

The Kate Moss Lipstick is in 107 and it's my favourite, I use it all year round! The Mascara is Maybelline: 'The Falsies' and this is also my favourite Mascara, I love it to pieces! 

I don't use Foundation too much, but I like to keep it natural anyway, so I used a Tinted Moisturiser by the Natural Collection at Boots. 

I use the Rimmel 'Stay Matte Powder' as it's my favourite and I really recommend it!

I kept my hair simple by just straightening it with a quiff. 

So the best bit my outfit!

I really like wearing Black and White at the minute! I'm not a bright colour person if I'm honest!

My trousers are from Primark and they were only £5! Such a bargain! I will probably live in these trousers now! I love them so much! 

The top is also from Primark and it was only £8! My boots are from New Look and were £24.99!

So what are your plans for New Year? Do you have any resolutions?

Happy New Year!

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo

What I'm Crushing On: Misguided

Hello Everyone!

It's here again! What I'm crushing on, this time I'm really liking Misguided! It's not too bad for pricing either!

Let's get started!

Bonny Hologram Block Heel Ankle Boots: £39.99

Emilana Greek Key Printed Jumper in Cream £16.99

Stefania Daisy Print Shift Dress in White £24.99 

Alinka Belted Checked Trousers £24.99

Nafisa Tartan Cropped Blouse £19.99

Satchel £24.99

I'm in love with these items! I really want the trousers and have done for a long time now, with a collared shirt/blouse, they'd look so classy! The boots are a little different, but I think they'd look amazing when styled!

Please follow and tell me what your crushing on!?!? 

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo 

MUA Cosmetics Haul!

Hello Everyone!

So, a few days ago I ordered some bits and pieces from MUA Cosmetics! Today the products finally arrived and I thought I'd show you what I bought!

I wanted a statement Lipstick and I certainly got it! I bought two Lipsticks, one in Pouty Pink and the other is Scarlet Siren!

I ordered a Blusher in Shade 1 - not sure why they don't have colours, but it's a Pinky-Cream colour! Of course I need something to apply it with, so I bought a Blusher/Contouring brush!

I've needed a new Eye Liner for ages as mine is a Liquid Liner, but it takes me forever to apply as I struggle with it! I found a felt eyeliner and im in love with it! It is so easy to apply and lasts a long time!

Finally, I didn't buy this, but I wanted a eye shadow palette and my friend bought me the Dusk 'till' Dawn Eyeshadows! They're so beautiful and great for Christmas and New Years, or just in general!

Here are the products!

Have you ever tried MUA? If so, what's your favourite product?

Love you lovelies!
Laura xo

The Liebster Award!

Hello Everyone!

I'm a bit off topic today, but I've been tagged by http://beautybyeden.blogspot.co.uk/ to do this! Thank you very much by the way! I've read the whole of her blog now and it's so good! If I were you I'd go follow it!

With this tag, you're meant to:

- List 11 random facts about yourself

- Answer the 11 questions provided by the blogger who nominated you

- Choose 11 more nominees and ask them eleven questions (they must have 200 followers or less) - and obviously let them know they've been nominated!

Right, I think I'll just go with it then! My 11 random facts! I'm not the most random of people!

1) I can do the alphabet backwards in under 4 seconds!

2) I cannot walk past Starbucks without buying something! Oopsy!

3) I'm the only person in my family who has blue eyes!

4) I was born on the 9/9/1999 at 9:49

5) My ringtone never changes, it's always the Mission Impossible theme tune!

6) I've been to America 4 times - Florida three times and New York Once - America is my favourite place!

7) I go to a lot of concerts! They're like one of my favourite things!

8) I crave pancakes 24/7, but never actually eat them unless it's pancake day!

9) I want to live in London!

10) I cant stand it when people walk really slow and drag their feet!

11) I get into my pyjamas straight after school unless I'm going out! Better to be comfy!

Now for Eden's Questions!

1) How many pets have you had? Names and other info.

    I've never had a pet! I've been deprived of having one as my sister and Dad have reactions to them!

 2) Favourite day of the week?

    I'd like to say Saturday! But during school Tuesday's are my favourite!

3) If every makeup brand bankrupted and you could only save one, which would it be?

    Oh my goodness! What would I choose, there are so many! I'd have to save Rimmel London, because I use it most!

4) If you had to move anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I'd move to New York, USA because there's so much to do and different areas that range instead of it all the same!

5) Favourite Book?

I have loads, but currently 'Let It Snow' by John Green, otherwise 'The Fault In Our Stars'!

6) First watched YouTuber/Blogger?

I have a lot that I started watching, but the main two on YouTube are Zoe Sugg (Zoella) and Tanya Burr! 

Bloggers: Danielle Kimberly - I found her on Instagram and she has such a good blog! Then the obvious ones are Tanya and Zoe! But I read and watch a lot of people!

7) Have you ever dyed your hair, if yes what colours?

I have, but only half my head! Kind of dip dye, but more subtle and blonde!

8) Favourite place to go?

In the UK, London, it's amazing! But from around where I live, Birmingham is really good for shops! Just in general, shopping is my favourite place to go!

9) Summer or Winter?

A lot may disagree, but I prefer Winter! It's all cosy and cute! Plus, Christmas is in Winter, so really it's a win-win situation!

10) Favourite Quote?

Its a long one ok! This quote is from One Tree Hill!

 "You ever look a picture of yourself, and see a stranger in the background? It makes you wonder how many strangers have pictures of you. How many moments of other peoples life have we been in? Were we a part of someone's life when their dream came true or were we there when their dream died? Did we keep trying to get in? As if we were somehow destined to be there or did the shot take us by surprise? Just think, you could be a big part of someone elses life, and not even know it."

11) Anyone you'd swap lives with for a day?

There's just so many! Probably for a Boy/Man Louis Cole (Fun For Louis) as he lives an adventure and looks amazing! For a Girl I'm going to stick to YouTubers I think - Zoe Sugg! She's absolutely gorgeous and has an amazing life from what I can see haha! Also I want her hair!

I would Like to Tag

 HarrietJacksonx

+LovelyFlawlessBeauty 

crazyperfectlife.blogspot.com 

beautyproductaday.blogspot.com

Liv's Life

I know and realise I only have 5 people tagged! But I didn't want to do too many, as I wanted to show upcoming people who I've seen and heard about!

My Questions!

Favourite Book?

What are you most afraid of?

3 favourite Phrases?

Favourite Quote?

If you could only have winged eyeliner or dark lips for winter what would it be?

Favourite place you have been too?

What is your favourite TV Show?

First Blog you read?

Least favourite day of the Week?

Snow or Sun?

Who would you swap live's with for a day?

Message me or comment to me when/if you've done this! Thank you so much!

Love you lovelies!

Laura xo

JLS Concert: Outfit of the Evening and Meeting Support Acts!

Hello Everyone!

So, yesterday evening I went to The JLS: Goodbye Concert at the LG Arena in Birmingham! It was amazing, but so emotional! They're one of my favourite groups and seeing them live was just perfect!

Before JLS performed there were three support acts and I met two them - NVS and Hatty Keane! I've seen NVS at JLS' previous tour, but had never met them! Everyone was so lovely! Danny from NVS is my favourite and he hugged me! WOW!

Meeting NVS - It was amazing! Hugged each one of them and they're so lovely!

Meeting Hatty Keane!

Autographs from NVS and Hatty Keane!

After such an amazing night, I just want to go back and relive it! What's the best concert you've been to? Who would you like to see?

Love you lovelies!
Laura xo

Top: JLS Merchandise Website. Disco Pants: American Apparel. Shoes: Converse. Frilly Socks: Primark



What I'm Crushing On: Topshop

Hello Everyone!

It's that time again! What I'm crushing on, but this time it's Topshop! Whenever I go to Topshop, there is always something that I want, but can never afford! So I can dream in this blog!

My clothing style is quite indie/grunge and I love it! In my crushes there is a pair of shoes as always and I'm probably going to end up buying them because I adore them so much!

Let's get started!

Martie Patent T Bar Geek Shoes £32.00, Soft Floral Shirt £32.00, Moto Dark Acid Tee Dress £38.00
Red Checked Treggings £28.00, Checked Tee £32.00, Moto vintage Borg Denim Jacket £58.00
Colourblock Crossbody Bag £65.00, TopShop Lip Bullet £8.00, Zig Zag weave Shorts by Boutique £100.00

Knowing me I will eventually buy these shoes, because I adore them so much! 

The floral top is very pretty but cropped, saying that it would look amazing with high waisted disco pants or jeans! I think the dress is absolutely gorgeous and would buy it in a heartbeat! If I had £38 spare of course! I love the Treggings so much, not sure if I would personally suit them but I still love them! I'm also in love with the checked top - would look amazing with anything high waisted especially disco pants! Next one of my absolute favourite things - the denim jacket! Oh my goodness just look at it! How perfect for winter though really? The fur inside looks amazing and just so snuggly! 

The bag and shorts are a little pricey for what I would pay, but how pretty are those shorts! Super high waisted and checked! The bag is another take on a satchel and I'm in love with satchels!

The colour of the lip bullet is just beautiful and would look great with any autumn/winter outfit!

So what are you loving from Topshop?

Love you lovelies 

Laura xo