ELF vs NARS

I have always wanted to do one of these on my blog so when I saw that Elf had come out with a perfect dupe for the Nars duo in Laguna and Orgasim I thought it would be perfect for my first one.

Obviosuly from the brands there is a very big price difference between the two. My overall opinion is that the Elf blush and bronzer is just as good as the Nars so if you can not afford to try out the Nars please dont miss out and try the Elf.

Left is Elf Right is Nars 

The bronzers are nearly assact. I cant even tell the difference of which one I prefer. The colours are almost the same the texture and the way it looks on my skin is flawless with both. The only little difference is that I think the Nars one does stay on my skin a little longer.

With the blushes the organisgm is a little deeper in colour but there is not to much of a difference. On this skin they both look incrediable applying the most perfect blushy pink colour. Both blushes are super pigmented and apply beautifully on the skin. Again like the bronzer if we are getting really picky the Nars one stays on longer than the Elf. The blush from Elf also has a little more glitter in it so if this isnt your thing than go with Nars

I find myself using the elf one on a daily basis, especially the bronzer, with a price point of under $15.00 it doesnt matter if you go through it.

If you are picticular with packaging like I am I bet your thinking that the Elf wouldn't be as nice! But in fact there are both the same in my opinion.

Overall if your on a price crunch than defitiley try out the Elf one but if you like to splurge on a quality product than the Nars is for you!

Lets Talk Hair Extensions!

Hi everyone, Yes I am back! I can not wait to re launch Style Couture Beauty with you all soon. I have some exciting things coming your way so please stay tuned, not only on here but on my Youtube channel and on my Instagram. But enough about that onto todays topic.....

Hair extensions!

For a self anounced "girly girly" you would assume this would be a staple in my beauty room! But infact until this past weekend I have never used/ owned hair extensions before, so you can guess my excitment when I got the opportunity to work with an amazing company and try them out for myself.

I was kindly sent some hair extensions by Irresitable Me! This was such an exciting process. I jumped on there website and imediantly starting researching the different types, lenths and colours. I know this may seem like basic information for all my fellow hair extension wearing ladies but for me I was so suprised at the sellection process. I watched a colour selecting video which made the process really easy. I am so happy with the colour I picked which was Chocolate Brown to say it is an exact match would be an understatment. The length( 24 inches) and weight were also beyond perfect. When curling my hair last night I found it hard to distinguish what was my hair and what was the hair extension. In my mind I always thought hair extension would be wirey and not natural looking however these Iresitable Me extensions blended perfectly with my hair I could defintily feel the quality of this product. As I am a newby to hair extension I was a little scared about putting them in and also styling them, however when sitting down on saturday night to do my hair it was suprisigly easy. When using my favourite curling iron, the curl turned out exactly how it would in my natural hair and infact the curl stayed in longer.

If you are looking at getting some hair extensions I would highly recommend checking out Irresistible Me Hair extensions - www.irresistableme.com or check out there Instagram Page irresistableme_hair

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Christmas Gift Sets

I love this time of year the weather is getting warmer, its time for parties, Sunday afternoon drinks and its almost time for Christmas! I love the spirit of Christmas, the time spent with family and friends, the decorations, gift buying and the overall festivities.

 

When it comes to beauty this would be one of my favourite times of the year I love the beauty packs that each brand launch every year. This packs are not only great value for money but there normally the best of there products for the year, in the best packaging but my favourite part is that you can buy the gift sets that are mini's or sample sizes so that you can try without having to buy the full size not knowing wether or not you will like it. I did this last year with the benefit gift pack I loved it ! It was $36.00 and had around 10 to 12 travel size items. I had never used many Benefit products before so this was perfect for me to try and than buy the ones I wanted from there.

I have seen some of the Tarte collection and I think they look amazing! I really want to get my hands on some of that. Also Mac do a great Holiday Collection so hopefully I can try some of those.

Today in the mail I recieved a Mecca catolgue which got me even more excited for the upcomming season.

The Nars limited edition Fashion Tech Gloss looks perfect for me you get 4 in the pack for $52.00

Another Nars gift set is the Laser cut cheek eye and lip set which gives you 3 eye shaddows, A blush and bronzer and a miniutre lipgloss for $79.00
 

Lastly from Nars is the Hi def lip colour pencils - you get 5 for $65.00

 

 

 

I have always wanted to try out the Mecca brand of skin care however it has been on the pricy side and have also bought cheaper but again they have created a great travel size pack with 7 travel size skincare products for $70.00 which has everything you need to trial out there skincare before buying the full size.

The most excited limited edition gift set of this year would be the Glam Glow gift set for $92.00 which comes with the full size Thirstymud hydrating treatment and smaller size of the supermud and youthmud.

Now by no means is this all of the gift sets available honestly this year Nars has got so many amazing gift sets that I believe are the perfect presents.

If the above ones are too expensive Bare Minerals have some great stocking stuffers. The first one is a lipgloss and mascara for $19.00 and the second 2 lipglosses for $26.00.

 

 

 

 

Hopefully that helps you for some great ideas. All in one shop!!!
 Happy shopping !!!

New video's up NOW!!!

 

 

Hi everyone

So I believe an apology is in order I have been neglecting my blog posts lately as I have been putting all my time and effort into my videos. Wow you wouldn’t believe how much goes into each and every video and makes me have a new found respect for major beauty gurus! With that said I would love for you all to check out some of my latest videos if you haven’t already. I am waiting to get to a certain amount of subscribers and I will be doing a GIVEAWAY so make sure you subscribed to my channel to see when that comes up!

 

Everyday Makeup Routine-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cu6Q-JZfHBM

Drugstore Haul -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUYxq3MJykQ

Maybelline Color Whispers-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8DQvPKIiMc

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you to everyone for all your kind words it means the world!!

 

xoxo

 

 

 

 



Some of my favourites

At the moment I am loving these lip products! 2 of them are affordable and one is on the pricier side. I have been loving my soft pinks and sheer nudes lately and feel they compliment my skin tone perfectly. I love how I have been reaching for these at the moment, when I am running out the door or needing that little something extra to finish my outfit.

 If you are in need of a new lippy than go try these out.

MUA - Makeup Academy Lipstick shade 12
This lipstick is not only very affordable and by affordable I mean $1.99!!!!!! but it is also incredibly creamy and luxurious. This certain one has a little bit of glitter throughout it but not all of them do however I really like the touch that the glitter gives as it is quite sheer. The smell of these are very nice without being overwhelming. It has a hint of vanilla without being over powering. This lipstick glides onto your lips with such ease and makes my lips feeling moisturised.


Maybelline Colour Whispers in Petal rebel 60
I no I no you are sick of me talking about these!!! But I honestly love them. I cant say enough good things about these lipsticks, they are my favourite of all time! These to also go onto the lips beautifully and leave this incredible colour.


Mac -Viva Glam Nicki
Wow is this colour ELECTRIC! I always get so many compliments when wearing this lipstick. I feel so confident when wearing this colour it makes me instantly happy! This lipstick is the satin finish however I do find it quite drying on the lips, so I would recommend a lip scrub and a lip balm before applying this lipstick. I really do love Mac lipsticks but I have an issue with the smell/ taste almost to the point that I am not sure if I can wear them without a gloss. with that said I do really enjoy the Mac lipsticks and find they're long wearing which is perfect for a night or all day event!


Thanks

Suzie

xoxoxo

Victoria Secret Makeup Review

When people hear Victoria secret what springs to mind is not just their beautiful lingerie or hot ticket runway shows, it has become more of a revolution. The term bombshell or angel cannot be used without thinking of the decadent under apparel icon. Not only recognized for there under apparel, bathers or gym clothes but it has become so much more. Victoria secret isn't only the place all American girls go to buy there bras and panties but for some a one stop destination. Myself who has experience walking into 8 of their breathe taking stores knows that Victoria secret isn’t just about their lingerie but has transformed into so much more.

 

The runway shows are iconic, any social light, Musician, celebrity or fashion stylist is all wanting the front row tickets to the runway show of the year! The Runway shows for me are what make the VS name, after watching my first show in 2006 and seeing the candy land section and than to follow up with seal singing crazy, was where I knew instantly that this wasn’t another runway show, but a theatrical production that has grown and grown over the years. Ever since then I have been hocked! so walking into my first store in 2013 was an understatement to say I was excited!!!! My partner said I had never looked so happy to walk into a store before.

 

The word bombshell or angel is very popular now within the makeup and hair industry. I believe the most popular term would be there signature Victoria Secret curl. Many girls spend hours to create this look, and why not every girl wants their hair looking amazing when walking down the street or making an entrance into a party. I myself have strived to create this look! I believe what is hardest is getting that effortless/ I woke up with these curls look. For those wondering the best way I get my Victoria secret curls is to use hot rollers. I have actually had my hair done by a wonderful hairdresser who has worked for Victoria Secret and she gave me a few pointers :)

Now not only the long curly locks but let’s talk about the stunning Smokey eye! The makeup artist create this stunning, dramatic look without it looking to over the top and effortless chic. The term they use often is golden goddess which has come from there signature glowing tan and highlighting, another look that many girls try and achieve.

 So the marketing team at VS where very smart. They basically packaged and made what they believe are the best tools to recreate this look. The very first time I purchased some of the very sexy makeup I instantly fell in love and it was on my hit list for my travels to America. Let’s just say I am obsessed and can’t say enough good things about this makeup brand. It is extremely affordable but luxurious as well.

My collection so far ......

 

 

 

 

I will posting a review video over the next couple of weeks so stay tuned!

 

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Loves and Kisses

 

Suzie

 

 

 

Birthday Festivities

So as the title suggest I just had a birthday! I am a birthday lover. I love celebrating, mine, friends and family no matter who I cant help but celebrating with them. This may not be a shock for some people but I am a Pisces, we are renowned for being very passionate about birthdays.  As long as I can remember Birthdays have been special for me, definitely more than any other holidays or celebrations in the year. I feel that with other celebrations there not as individual, as most people are celebrating them with you and it’s not so special. Don’t get me wrong I love Christmas and Easter but there something so more special and personalised about birthdays, a day just for you.  

So not like we need an excuse to get together, but I did organised a night out for my friends and I. As I haven’t been going out that much lately I wanted to go to a cocktail bar and just relax, have a dance and some delicious drinks with my dearest friends.

When it came to my outfit I went shopping with an open mind, surprise,surprise though I ended up with a black dress. When I tried on this dress I knew straight away that this was what I was wearing. I literally said to my friends Kate and Pauline this is it from the changing rooms happy with excitement. 

 

Now we know I am not shy from some dramatic, statement costume jewellery.  So my friends helped me pick out a beautiful necklace that had some gorgeous bright blue stones on it. I loved how it looked with the dress. I added some blue into my eye shadow to enhance and make the colour from my necklace pop.

I hope you loved this post please check out my Youtube Channel and subscribe!

Suzie

xoxoxo
 

 

Lip srcubs

Hi everyone so I have just posted a video on my Youtube Channel for DIY edible Lip Scrubs! These are not only for your lips but you can use this all over your body to get rid of any rough or cracked skin. I have noticed since using it how much longer my fake tan stays on for  but surprisingly how much longer my lipsticks stay on! I don't think I noticed how dry my lips where until I started wearing darker shades of lipsticks, now that I am wearing reds and darker pinks my lip scrub is a staple before applying.

 

Make sure you go check it out!!

 

 

oxoxoxxo

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valentine's Look

So it’s that time of year again. The month of Romance! I don’t 100% get valentine’s day and kind of believe it’s just another way for retailers to make money.  You should show your love ones you love them all the time and not just on one day of the year and be forced to show it! Never less I wanted to create this look for your sexy, romantic dinner dates. My partner and I went out for dinner which was amazing! Of course ate way too much food! But it wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without a little indulgent dessert!

I hope you enjoy this video! It’s a kind of two in one because if you do not want to add the black eye shadow,  than you don’t have too and its automatically  makes it a more dressed down day look.

Spoilt by Nathan!

 

This look is now up on my channel! Thumbs up if you would like to see more tutorials!