JULY FAVOURITES

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My Violet Voss palette has been one that I can't put down! It is definitely worth the hype, the shadows are very pigmented and easy to blend. I've posted a review if you'd like to know more about the palette and my thoughts here.

My Favourite 80's Movies

I'm obsessed with movies from the 80's, it's probably my favourite genre! They're mostly uplifting films and still very relatable to this day. I have so many favourites, I might have to turn this into a series!  

My Stradivarius Sale Picks

Stradivarius is one of my favourite shops! They have a great clothing line at decent prices, so when I saw they were doing a sale I couldn't wait to see what was in it! Here are some of the bits I purchased. 

How I Relax

Life is so fast paced, we all need some time to relax! Below are some of the ways I do that.

Smoothie Bowl Recipe

Summer is here, the British weather may not reflect it but it is here! So here's a quick, simple and flexible recipe to keep the summer vibes going! Smoothie bowls are a great way to cool down in the heat and an easy way to get your fruit intake. You can also easily add different seeds, fruits etc. The majority of the ingredients are from Indigo Herbs, which you can have a chance of winning by entering my giveaway, keep reading to find out more!

My Favourite Beauty Brands

Violet Voss: I've tried the Holy Grail palette and their Perfect Weapon Applicator. The palette has become my favourite, I use it daily but it's perfect for nights out as there are a lot of glitter/shimmery shades. They're very pigmented and easy to blend. I love how compatible all of the shades are in each palette. If you're interested in hearing more about this palette, I have a review that you can check out here. The applicator has also become a daily essential for me as it uses less product and makes blending really easy. 

Top 5 Liquid Lipsticks

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick: Kat Von D's formula is my absolute favourite, it's long lasting and has the perfect pigmentation. I have the shades Bow n Arrow and Double Dare which have become daily essentials for me. My favourite is Bow n Arrow, a nude that pretty much goes with any eye look. I can't wait to try out some more shades as I am truly obsessed! 

Skin care products I've been loving

 MARIO BADESCU Silver Powder: Not only does this powder reduce the appearance of blackheads, it appears to unclog them and reduce redness. My skin looks brighter and clearer right after use. It's pretty easy to use, you just have to add water to create a paste and then apply where desired. I only use this once or twice a month so it lasts a long time which makes the price worth it! 

Menorca Travel Guide 2017

Menorca is a small Balearic Island off of Spain. It's a fairly untouched island so it's not swarming with tourists, making it easier to focus on the culture and beauty surrounding you. Ciutadella is a great place to go for shopping, food and culture. There is also a beautiful port.

The plaza del born in Ciutdella is very picturesque with its town hall that dates back to the  19th century, surrounded by medieval buildings and beautiful gardens. It's such a great place to explore on foot.

The markets have a lot of clothes stalls and menorcan sandals (avarcas) pretty much anywhere you go. There are also a lot of pretty tapestries for sale and the typical tourist gifts. Last year I found an amazing stall selling crystals and geodes for amazing prices, but unfortunately it wasn't there this time around! 

Ciutadella has lot of cute shops, one of my favourites is Pachamama, they have a lot of beautiful jewellery and handmade bags. Such a great collection compared to most of the other shops! 

POP SHOP in Mahón is a great shop, very different to the others in the capital. I love shops like this as they have really cool and different products that are quite hard to find elsewhere. Like these huge unicorn candles! 

If it wasn't such an awkward shape I would've bought the two bottom crates! I think this will be a DIY I try out if I can find a similar crate. 

A great lunch spot is right outside Pretty Ballerinas in Mahón. Their menu has a great variety but they specialise in paella. I chose from the tapas menu as they're smaller portions and ending up going for the paprika nachos and a few other bits. 

After a little drive, we randomly came across this quiet beach in Es Canutells. There are a few steep steps to get to the main beach but it's so worth it. The views are amazing and the sea is incredible. Something I always miss from my holiday is the crystal clear sea, perfect for scuba diving!  

Binibèquer has a cute area full of seafood restaurants, little shops and hidden bars. 

These are the sort of tourist gifts you'll find around menorca, not particularly to my taste but if you look around carefully you can find some pretty pieces that look like they're from anthropologie. 

The seafood restaurants smell amazing, it's hard to decide which to go to as the menus so sound appetising. This one didn't sound as appealing but it had more vegetarian options. I ordered some garlic prawns which were delicious, we also ordered a bunch of tapas to share and try. 

The store (COLL Creative Living) below is also great place for homeware, with their cute cushions and purses. They also has some amazing rugs I wish I could've got! 

A hidden bar in Binibequer, Menorcan Cocktails. It's a really cool sort of outside bar. It feels really secluded and has a decent cocktail menu. 

I ordered a piña colada if you can't tell by the pineapple and coconut!

Thanks for reading! Let me know in the comments if you've ever been to Menorca or would like to go! 

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