FASHION & MAKE UP

GRADIENT

2011-10-12T03:28:00.000-07:00

MODELS OWN HAUL

2011-09-05T02:05:00.000-07:00

Still can't get enough...

2011-08-10T03:32:00.000-07:00

GREY & ORANGE

2011-08-04T01:17:00.001-07:00

Essie - Chinchilly
Gosh - 570 Peachy
Models Own WAH Nails Art Pen in Black

LEOPARD NAILS #2

2010-11-23T02:43:00.001-08:00

DIY PRESENTS

2010-10-18T10:44:00.002-07:00

It was my best friends birthday not too long ago, and as I was a bit strapped for cash. So... I decided to MAKE HER SOMETHING! (Blue Peter style) I came up with these two dolls which are meant to resemble me and her. The two necklaces pictured above. I also designed a small bag to present the necklaces, and a third necklace which is not photographed. It consisted of a red leather string attattched to a mini skull candy charm. Let me know what you guys make of them.

Share your DIY talents and inspire me with your suggestions :)

DM'S!

2010-10-07T04:24:00.002-07:00

I'm not too sure about these ones... I got them yesterday from Topshop in Oxford Circus and I need a little more convincing... What do you guys make of them? What are your 'go to' boots for this winter!?

CHANEL DUPE - KHAKI VERT

2010-09-24T02:32:00.004-07:00

REVLON - DRAB

CHANEL DUPE - ROUGE NOIR

2010-09-24T02:25:00.001-07:00

BARRY M - RED BLACK

RINGS

2010-09-01T08:31:00.001-07:00

LEATHER SHORTS

2010-08-25T10:36:00.000-07:00

NUDE NAILS

2010-08-23T11:16:00.001-07:00

2010-06-08T11:50:00.000-07:00

ALEX BOX INSPIRATION

2010-06-08T09:45:00.000-07:00

I felt inspire by Illamasqua's ethos and their promo images for their products. I came up with this look, and yes it's a little scary but I enjoyed creating it! :)

SUSPENDERS

2010-05-31T04:51:00.001-07:00

AIR MAX

2010-05-10T12:28:00.001-07:00

IMG_2

2010-05-10T12:20:00.000-07:00

LEOPARD NAILS.

2010-05-02T06:53:00.001-07:00

JC DEBUT

2010-04-18T13:53:00.000-07:00

CLOGS

2010-04-18T13:25:00.000-07:00

So this past week I have been on the hunt for the Jeffrey Campbell 'Charlie' clogs. After doing some research I was told that the only place in the UK stocking my size was Manchester and Liverpool. So... I dragged my fella and his flat mate to Manchester just for these beauties...

WALL.

2010-04-15T11:59:00.000-07:00

JPG_CANVAS

2010-04-11T08:30:00.000-07:00

IMG_

2010-04-06T15:01:00.000-07:00

TURN ME ON

2010-04-06T14:29:00.001-07:00

GET YOUR KHAKIS ON!

2010-04-06T13:20:00.000-07:00

New trousers from Zara!

Cardigan - Zara

Leotard - American Apparel

Trousers (inc belt) - Zara

Wedges - H&M

LADY GAGA VIVA GLAM

2010-03-20T06:37:00.000-07:00

Lured by the scribble in the packaging and the "limited edition" label I purchased the MAC Viva Glam Gaga lipstick and BOY am I glad I did. Already sold out on the MAC website, and going for about £20+ on ebay, this blue-toned pink is BEAUTIFUL!

I've not had much luck in the past with pale pink lipsticks but this goes on like a dream! Pleasantly surprised with the application and colour. Can be sheered out for a subtle look and piled on for a stronger look. I'm madly in love with this lustre finish lipstick and if you get the chance to buy it, GO FOR IT!

LEOTARD TIME

2010-02-15T13:26:00.000-08:00

Leotard - American Apparel
Trousers - Topshop
Boots - Topshop

LA MODE

2010-01-30T09:11:00.000-08:00

New belt from ASOS. It's just here to get my by until I can get my hands on a MOSCHINO vintage belt. The t-shirt has quickly become one of my favourites and the boots... well they'll do alright for now; and yes the necklace is a Pamela Love rip off. So we can establish that everything I am wearing is a just a rip off of some designer whose price tag I can't quite swallow, but hey style is not about how much money you have.

CAGED FEET

2010-01-30T08:50:00.000-08:00

Shoes - H&M
Necklace - fashionology

OPI - GOT THE BLUES FOR RED

2010-01-04T09:24:00.000-08:00

Every girl should have a classic red in their nail polish collection.

My choice? OPI - Got the Blue for Red is the perfect sophisticated colour for all season and all ages. Layer on the lacquer for a more vampy finish or put on one coat for a more vibrant look! Which ever you choose it's sure make a subtle statement of 'grown up chic'.

NEW KICKS!

2010-01-04T08:29:00.000-08:00

I had my eye on these for a while now and I saw that they were on sale so I picked up a bargain and patted myself on the back for doing so! These shoes are orgasmically gorgeous, I think it's the colour and the tribal-esque trim that do it for me.

Grab yourself a bargain at Size?

JEWELLERY FOR THE UNRULY

2010-01-04T07:53:00.000-08:00

This year Santa got me these beauties!

I can never decide which ones to wear, if only I could wear all three together without looking like Mr. T!

Which one is your fave?

Me & Zena Jewellery

SHORT, SHORTS!

2010-01-04T06:56:00.000-08:00

These denim shorts are my new love. Although I would prefer if the fraying wasn't so 'perfect' and manfactured looking however, with time I'm sure they'll take care of themselves.

Tuck a slouchy white vest into them and a biker jacket, a pair of Doc Marten's with lots of eye liner and red lippy and voila! You're ready to rock 'n' roll!!

T-Shirt - H&M (Mens)
Shorts - Topshop
Tights - Topshop
Boots - Topshop
Belt - Vintage

BIG HAIR & RED LIPS

2010-01-03T13:33:00.000-08:00

At the moment I'm loving Revlons lipstick in "Really Red"

It has a slight orange undertone and brings out a nice glowing warmth in your skin, I urge you to go out and try it!

BROKEN LOMO ACTION SAMPLER

2009-11-29T06:53:00.000-08:00

Searching through my old photos on my computer I came across some old photos I took on a broken action sampler. The order of the photos were messed up by I liked the end result.

There's no deeper meaning behind these photos and nothing particularly fancy in technique or mind blowingly original either, however I just like the look of them so I decided to post them here!

DISCO SHORTS!

2009-11-28T11:51:00.000-08:00

Today I went to busy Oxford St in search for American Apparels "Disco Shorts". Already a big fan of the pant versions I decided to go ahead and purchase these bad boys! Now reading reviews for these online I was scared that my ass was going to hang out of them, but trying them on I was confident that these shorts teamed with a thick pair of black tights was the way forward! (ok so my tights of choice arn't all that thick but... hey)

So tonight I'm going to be wearing them out and this is what I'm going to be wearing them with!!

The shorts also come in black and red, but navy was the colour I was drawn to!!

SLEEK GRAPHITE

2009-11-22T06:23:00.000-08:00

After watching pixiwoo's tutorial on the Sleek Graphite palette, I felt inspired and had an urge to run to my local superdrug to pick it up! So here it is!

With flash

Without Flash

This is my first ever sleek palette, the colours are great staple colours to have and for the price the quality is amazing. ALSO Sleek DO NOT test on animals, so hurrah! No you don't need to feel guilty when buying cheap make-up!

Here are some swatches, hope this is helpful if you're thinking about purchasing this palette!!

(There is no base and these swatches are from a very light handed swipe) - all the colours are shimmery except the black which is matte.

With Flash
Without Flash

REVLON LIPSTICKS!

2009-11-22T05:39:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the delay on this post!

If you follow me on youtube you will know that my recent haul video I purchased some Revlon Lipsticks. Few months on I'm still impressed with these babies and highly recommend any lipstick junkie to check them out!

The quality is superb and the lasting power is phenomenal. The colour range could be better, but that doesn't put me off!

Here are some swatches, and if you guys have any recommendations for other colours in their range hit me up!!

Without Flash

With Flash

(From left to right)

Revlon Matte - Really Red
Revlon Matte - Pink About You
Revlon Super Lustrous (Creme) - Kiss Me Coral
Revlon Super Lustrous (Creme) - Cherries in the Snow
Revlon Super Lustrous (Creme) - Va Va Violet

AHOY SAILOR!

2009-11-10T02:06:00.000-08:00

New Hair! So I got my hair cut on the weekend, and so far I'm loving it, but hopefully I'll still love it once I wash and style it myself!

I felt rather retro with a scarf in my hair, so I decided to go for a very retro look!! Hope you like :)

Scarf (worn as a hairband) - H&M
Top - H&M (Boys/Kids)
Cradigan - H&M
Trousers - Topshop
Laced Socks - Urban Outfitters
Shoes - Office

ON MY BIKE

2009-11-02T07:58:00.000-08:00

This season military boots are big news! I've had my eye on the All Saints pair but just can't justify spending £165 on them as lovely as they are. River Island are rivaling the All Saints version for less than half the price however there are slight differences, i.e. the length.

Stepping into Topshop on my lunch break, not expecting to find anything I lay eyes on these bad boys!

For £70 you get the best of both worlds. A carbon copy of the All Saints pair (minus the silver zip) and a reasonable price for all leather boots. These are definitely an investment and although you may see alot of people this season wearing them I think that they can carry you through the whole year. Teamed up with a flouncy prom dress and masses of silver jewellery or casually dressing up a pair of black skinny jeans and a white tee. These are by far my favourite pick of the season!!

T-Shirt - H&M (Mens)
Jacket - Topshop
Trousers - Topshop
Boots - Topshop
Belt - Kooki Two Bit (Vintage)

LEMON SODA

2009-11-02T05:41:00.000-08:00

So I was doing my boring, smokey brown look and to I felt the urge to use my new GOSH eyeliners! So to 'jazz' up my make-up look I decided to add a hint of colour and create a fresh, young, playful look! Hope you enjoy!!

Products Used:

- UDPP (as a base, all over the lid and under the eye)
- Stila Eyeshadow (not sure of the name as it was a present, but a warm brown shade all over the lid)
- Dior eyeshadow (The light purple from the 'Diorstar' palette in the crease)
- Dior Eyeshadow (The darker colour from the 'Diorstar' palette all over the lid)
- GOSH Velvet touch Eyeliner in 'Truly Brown' (in the waterline)
- GOSH Velvet touch Eyeliner in 'Lemon Soda' (on the lower lash line)
- AVON 'Daring Curves' Mascara

GOSH - Darling

2009-11-02T03:51:00.000-08:00

OK, so people who follow make-up vlogs and make-up gurus on youtube know the hype behind Gosh's famous lipstick in 'Darling'.

So as Gosh was on 3 for 2 I decided to pick this little lipstick up! Not being a fan of the Barry M 101, and failing to have success with other nude lipstick, I thought I would give this a go and maybe, just maybe I might have some luck with this formula and sheer colour.

Swatching the lipstick on the back of my hand I liked the texture, and the colour was quite neutral, sheer and not too over powering like the 101. Testing it on my lips however it was a whole different story. The same problem that I always have with nudes. The colour was much too lighter than my actual skin tone and made me look like a corpse. The consistency however was lovely and creamy, nourishing & moisturising, but the colour did nothing for me.

Now in the photos I'm about to show you, the colour doesn't look too bad, it looks quite pink, but in reality the colour is extremely pale, and almost white. The whole 'foundation over lips' look does not bode well with me.

Gosh Lipstick - Darling (Top Photo - with flash, Bottom Photo - without flash)

Anyone else have the same issue with this lipstick and nudes? Any suggestions on what colours would suit me?

I feel like I'm missing out and I would love to be able to wear pale pinks, and nudes but I have no such luck in this field :(

Let me know your thoughts & suggestions!!

IMA KNOCK YOU OUT!

2009-11-02T03:43:00.000-08:00

If you know me, or watch my youtube videos, you probably know that I love rings! Unusual, quirky rings with a boho twist is what I look for in a ring, and this beauty is something I found in Topshop!

I'm a big fan of HUAGE ass rings, and this is not one to disappoint!

Ring - Topshop

To me rings complete any outfit. Not only that but they can make an outfit too. You can change a look with simple accessories, and with statement jewellery like this, you'll have heads turning!

GOSH HAUL

2009-11-01T14:41:00.000-08:00

I have been on the hunt for a lime green eye liner for sometime now. 'Colour matters' eyeliner that came out with MAC's 'Make-up Art Cosmetics' collection caught my eye, however I also found a very good dupe by Gosh in 'Kamikaze.'

This eyeliner has been pretty much out of stock everywhere I have been, but today I finally found it! It was also on 3 for 2 so of course I decided to buy more than I initially anticipated. Here are some swatches & photos!!

Picture taken with no flash

So far from swatching the eyeliners, I'm loving the consistency. All of them are the 'Velvet Touch' eye liners except 'Kamikaze' which is in 'Let's Twist Eye Liner' form. The colours are pigmented and creamy and soft. Prices are very reasonable and the 3 for 2 offer just tempts you to keep coming back for me. So far, so good!!

BABY, IT'S COLD OUTSIDE

2009-11-01T14:07:00.000-08:00

So the weather is getting colder, (although in England it's pretty much like this all through out the year) and I needed an excuse to spend my pay cheque on more jumpers, and more jackets! Here are my finds! Hope you enjoy

Cardigan + Faux Fur Coat - Kooki Two Bit

ILLAMASQUA BLUSH - LOVER

2009-10-27T03:35:00.000-07:00

Hello!! A few of you on youtube asked to see what this Illamasqua Blush looked like on when I showed you guys it in my haul video! The colour is "Lover" for those of you who don't follow me on youtube, and here is a photo of the blusher on!

It's quite a light blusher. That doesn't mean it's not pigmented but the colour is very buildable. It's a peachy looking colour in the pan but on it's got a slight orange undertone.

I think this blusher is great if you like the natural look however I much prefer their blush in "Harlot" and think that they have better colours to offer. However it's still a good colour to have in your collection for those days when you want a little lift to the face but don't want to look too 'done up.' Great formula and a pretty matte shade, but to me it's not "wow".

EASY TIGER!

2009-10-15T13:36:00.000-07:00

New trousers, here is their first debut along with me new necklace!!

Top & Belt - Kooki Two Bit
Cardigan - H&M
Trousers - Topshop

IT'S AN ANIMAL AFFAIR

2009-10-13T12:23:00.000-07:00

Hello my lovelies!! If you've been watching my YouTube channel you'll know I got myself a rather violent looking ring and a very over the top necklace!! If you haven't yet seen my channel then what are you waiting for? GO AND SUBSCRIBE!! :)

YouTube

And those of you too lazy to do so here are some photos of my new jewellery!! Hope you enjoy!

Ring - Topshop

Tiger Necklace - Kooki Two Bit

GREEN EYE MAKE-UP

2009-10-13T02:27:00.000-07:00

Hello! Apologies for my absence on here, I have been uploading videos on my youtube, and if you guys want to check out my channel, just click here!

This is a look a did a few weeks ago but just got round to uploading the photos! Hope you guys like this look! List of what products I used can be found below.
:)

Products Used:

- UDPP (all over the lid)
- MAC eyeshadow in Mink & Sable (all over the lid)
- MAC eyeshadow in Sumptuous Olive (all over the lid, applied over Mink & Sable)
- MAC eyeshadow in Velvet Moss (on the outer corner and crease)
- MAC fluidline in Shade (on the upper lashline, & smudged into the crease)
- MAC Kohl power eye pencil in Mystery (on the waterline and lower lashline)
- Dior Show mascara

YOUTUBE!

2009-10-04T12:07:00.000-07:00

So I have started my video making on YouTube! At the moment there is only 1 video up and I'm in the process of uploading another. The video quality on the first isn't the best, but hopefully my camcorder will work and I will be able to post better quality videos.

I'm really nervous to enter the 'YouTube World'. I'm scared of some of the comments I might receive, or even that no-one will watch, but there's no harm in trying!

The reason for uploading onto YouTube is to feel a part of the 'make-up community' a bit more. At the moment I'm a bit of a loner and no-one has yet to read or follow my blog, but I just want to join the community and make some friends who share the same passion as I do. Hopefully some of you guys will find my blog and videos useful or even just fun and enjoyable. =]

EYES

2009-09-24T12:30:00.000-07:00

So today I decided to go for a dark grey/purple make up look. The quality of the photo is not the best but hopefully you will be able to see what I was trying to achieve with this look. The colours were not as dark as the photo appears but hopefully you can still get an idea of the colour combinations.

Products Used:

- UDPP (all over the eye area up to the brow bone)
- Unbranded dark grey (all over the lid - any dark grey will do, Knight Divine by MAC is a good one or something slightly darker)
- Cranberry MAC Eyeshadow (in the crease)
- Fig. 1 MAC Eyeshadow (in the outer corner and crease to add depth)
- Dior Show Mascara
- MAC Kohl Power Eye Pencil in Mystery (lower lashline and waterline, smudged)

NARS - YACHIYO BRUSH

2009-09-19T10:25:00.001-07:00

I'm very excited to write that I finally got my dirty mitts on the Yachiyo Brush by NARS!

I have been on the hunt for this brush for months now and it has been out of stock everywhere I go! I even tried online through various sites including NARS but have had no joy. Today I can finally say that the NARS Yachiyo Brush is in my collection!

I managed to find it in John Lewis in Brent Cross, and all I can say is "WOW!"

The NARS website describes the brush as;
"With its gently tapered spiral dome head, this goat hair brush is perfect for application of powder and color. Its multi-functional design is excellent for defining cheekbones, highlighting the complexion, as well as blending and diffusing color on or around the eye area. The handle of the Yachiyo brush is hand-spun with black wisteria to preserve its unique traditional character."

Now I have yet to try this out properly as I want to use it when I have no other blusher on my face so I am able to see the true application. However feeling how lovely and soft the brush is I don't think that it will dissappoint.I will post a review on it soon!

Here's some photos of my wonderful new brush, hope you enjoy!

NARS Yachiyo Brush

(Side View of the brush)

OPI - MY PRIVATE JET

2009-09-18T02:06:00.000-07:00

I've had this colour in my collection for a while now but I decided to wear it for the first time last week. Even though it's a dark colour it's perfect for summer as the sparkle in it just "makes" the polish! It reflects beautifully in the sun, and depending on the light the colour changes.

Now I'm not normally into shimmer or metallics however because of the high quality of the polish and the "to die for" formula OPI have, it just looks amazing on. I find that too much glitter can look a bit cheap but the small particles of glitter are nice and subtle and just perfect!

OPI - My Private Jet (2 Coats)
Base Coat - Nails Inc Caviar Base coat
Top Coat - Seche Vite

(Picture taken outside in natural light without flash)

NEW SHOES!

2009-09-16T23:40:00.000-07:00

I got some new shoes =D and I am super excited about them so here's what they look like, and here is what I wore them with for the first time!

Dress - American Apparel
Belt - Vintage
Scarf - Vintage
Tights - Topshop
Boots - Office

WHITE SHIRT + BROGUES

2009-09-15T13:56:00.000-07:00

So the weather is starting to get colder, and wetter and knowing what to wear is becoming a wee bit of a dilemma. I have to wrap up on my way to work but once I get there I tend to get pretty hot and bothered under the beaming lights and all the running around that I do, so this is what I went for!

Shirt & Belt - Vintage from Kooki two bit (in Cardiff)
Skirt - Urban Outfitters
Ribbed Tights - Primark

Brogues - Office

If you live in Cardiff, or are going there, check out Kooki Two Bit! They do have a website where you can order their stuff, but their vintage stuff isn't available online. It's a small shop, but lovely and inviting, run by 2 very creative people, and I would definitely recommend checking it out!

http://www.kookitwobit.co.uk/

FOTD

2009-09-11T02:48:00.000-07:00

This is what my face will look like today!

Most of the time when I wear eyeshadow it tends to get covered up by my glasses. So this is what my make up tends to look like most days. =]

Products Used:

Face:
- MAC Prep + Prime SPF50
- Studio Sculpt Foundation in NC40
- YSL Touche Eclat (Under the eyes, and around the lips)

Cheeks:
- Illamasqua Powder Blush in Spite (as a contour)
- YSL Creme De Blush in #3 - Silky Praline

Eyes:

- UDPP (all over the lid)
- MAC eyeshadow in Espresso (applied all over the lid and blended out)
- MAC eyeshadow in Cranberry (applied over Espresso eye shadow)
- MAC eyeshadow in Carbon (in the crease and outer corner)
- MAC fluidline in Diptown (smudged under the eye)
- Dior Iconic mascara

Lips:

- MAC lipstick in Pink Plaid
- Avon lipstick in Kiss of Pink (Lightly pressed ontop of Pink Plaid)

Shoulder Pads

2009-09-11T02:27:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I bid on a vintage cardigan which I came across on ebay, yesterday I finally recieved it and here's what it looks like!

Vintage Cardigan from ebay, worn with acid wash Skinny Jeans from Topshop

FOTD

2009-09-06T23:50:00.001-07:00

So I woke up this morning very excited to use my new blusher, and so far it hasn't disappointed =] This is the look I have on my face for today, hope you enjoy!! (The flash bleached out some of the colour)

Products Used:

Face:
- Mac Prep + Prime SPF50
- Mac Select Tint SPF15 (NC40)
- YSL Touche Ecalt (Under the eyes and around the lips)

Cheeks:
- Illamasqua Blush Powder (in Spite, as contour)
- YSL Creme De Blush (in #3 - Silky Praline)

Eyes:
- UDPP
- Mac Fluidline (in Sweet Sage, all over the lid)
- Mac Fluidline (in Shade, on the outer corner and crease)
- Mac Fluideline (in Blacktrack, across the lashline)
- Dior Iconic Mascara

Lips:
- Rimmel London Lipstick (in Nude Delight)
- Pout Plump Lipgloss (colour has no name)

I will see how the YSL Blush lasts throughout the day and will use it for a few more weeks so I am able to give a better review, but so far I am very impressed and just adore the colour and formula!

YSL Creme De Blush

2009-09-06T11:16:00.001-07:00

Another purchase! Today I got my dirty mitts on YSL Cream blusher in the colour '3' aka 'Silky Praline' on their website. Which is so accurate as it looks extremely edible and yummy =]

YSL Creme De Blush - #3, Silky Praline

As far as a I know this is limited edition and comes in 3 colours.
#1 - Velvety Peach
#2 - Powdery Rose
#3 - Silky Praline

Velvety Peach is very similar to Bobbi Brown's Calypso Coral, and I already own a few pink blushers, so I opted for #3. The texture for these blushers are super silky! I can't stress that enough. They're very pigmented and seem to just melt on my skin. I have yet to use this product on my face but will post a photo as soon as I do and will also be able to give a better review. However initial reactions are very positive. Nice packaging, small but good choice of colours, nice texture and consistency however a little pricey, but I have high hopes for this, so hopefully I won't regret paying so much for this product.

FOTD

2009-09-06T01:39:00.001-07:00

So yesterday I was trawling through you tube looking at make up tutorials and after watching about 70 I felt inspired to come up with this look!!

Products Used:

Face:

-Mac Prep + Prime SPF50

-Studio Sculpt Foundation NC40 mixed with a small amount of Pout Foundation in the colour Light 02

-YSL Touche Eclat (Under the eyes, and around the lips to define and create a 'pout')

Cheeks:

-Illamasqua Powder Blush in Spite (as a contour)

-Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge in Calypso Coral

Eyes:

-UDPP

-Mac Espresso (through the crease and outer corner)

-Mac Carbon (in the outer corner)

-Mac Fluidline in Blacktrack (across the lashline and smudged in the outer corner)

-Pout Silver eyeshadow (in the inner corner and brow bone - the shadow came with a palette, and is now discontinued)

-Diorshow Mascara

Lips:

-Rimmel Nude Delight Lipstick

-Pout Gloss (again discontinued, has no name on the tube)

Illamasqua Blush

2009-09-03T14:02:00.000-07:00

So today I headed over to my nearest Illamasqua counter and purchased my first ever Illamasqua product! Now I know I'm a little late on the Illamasqua band wagon, but none the less, here it is!

Illamasqua Powder Blush - Spite

When the lady at the Illamasqua counter put this on me I couldn't really see any difference. However despite this I still decided to go ahead and buy the product and try it out for myself. After seeing my skin under natural light, I was able to see a slight difference.

I found it hard to do a swatch of this product as it just doesn't seem to show on my hand. Now the lady said that a contour colour should be two shades darker than your natural skin tone, and I wear MAC NC40 (just so you can get an idea of the colour).

I have only used this product a few times since I purchased it, and I have to say the formula is fantastic, very soft, velvety texture, however I can't seem to get the application right. If I add a little I can hardly notice any difference and as I build the colour, my skin tends to look too muddy. Now I don't know if this just isn't the colour for me, or my application technique is wrong. I use a mac 168 and apply to the hollows of my cheeks. Any suggestions on better brushes or different techniques guys? I would be greatful for your comments and your thoughts on the Illamasqua range.