Pulse For Style: 2015

Uni Wish List

Hey guys,

So i've officially gone back to uni and I'm already tired and defiantly underprepared. I thought I'd make a cute wish list of everything I would want in my uni bag but to lazy to buy. Most are from the website Oh Deer and if you're a student in the uk you can get unidays discount on. Unidays is a life saver for that. My favourites from this list have to be the RuPaul Drag Race pencils just cause they are so cute, I'm also in love with the pastel pink colouring of everything. Not to mention the bag.

Product Links -

Beckie

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Slut Walk 2015 - Amber Rose

Hey guys,

So I recently watch a video from Amber Rose's Slut Walk this year and although I do have a soft spot for her, I love her as a person in general, I just thought it was just such a powerful speech I wanted to share it. Slut walk for those who do not know, is a protest march that happened in many cities around the world. It started in Toronto in 2011 to fight against victim-blaming, rape culture and shaming.

' it started as a direct response to a Toronto Police Services officer perpetuating rape myths by stating “women should avoid dressing like sluts in order not to be victimized“. '

Official wbesite - www.slutwalktoronto.com

Amber Rose's Speech

I'm not going to pretend to know everything about this cause but I do urge people to become aware, here are just a few images that I found on tumblr:

This is something that in this age we is still such a large cause that should be supported. The fact females still can't be confortable wearing what they want, sleeping with or not sleeping with whoever they want, walk around at night without fear and to just have the respect that is a basic human right.

We are taught how to not be raped but not taught don't rape.

Weekly Tumblr Favourites - Barbies Drag Dream Edition

Hey guys,
So usually I create a outfit inspiration from my favourite Tumblr posts, however this time I thought i'd create a wish list instead. I have been binge watching season seven of RuPauls Drag Race and i've fallen in love with Trixie Mattel and her Barbie on crack ascetic. I also loved the Hello Kitty challenge and Violet Chachki killed it. So this wish list is basically a baby pink overload that I think Barbie would carry in her bag. And I know I'm a season behind since Mochino's spring summer 2015 runway, which was Barbie couture but I just had to make this wish list.

Barbies Drag Dream

Wish List

So I have picked some of these items as a wish list for myself as well like the bitch phone case from Asos and the Urbanears headphones. However I do have the Creme Cup lipstick buy Mac which I think is a subtle Barbie lip colour which is why I like it so much. Clinique's Iced Lotus is also one of my favourite blushes its pale and had a sheen that bring a bright natural look to your face. Gliss Hair Repair is also on this list as I'm pretty sure it saved my hair, Its a leave in condition with liquid keratin which means it not only makes your hair smell great but also strengthen it. And finally the polaroid camera is to die for, I do have a polaroid camera from fujifilm and I love it. So this Hello Kitty Hybrid is defiantly perfect for this Barbie wish list.

Beckie

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Day To Day - Eyes and Eyebrow Products Reveiwed

Hey,
This is the last edition to my three part blog posts on my daily make up products that I have been currently using. I have done both a foundation and cheek reviews as well. These are my current eyebrows and eyes products, these are just for a simple day look sometimes i'll add extra pieces and layer on more eye make up but mainly if I only have time. I'm always late so on a day to day basics thats a massive maybe. Side note the photos ain't mine just an edit as let be real all my make up is a mess.

Eyebrows - Sleek Brow Kit - Extra Dark

I used to use brow pencils and eye shadows and all sorts to try and tame my eyebrows, I have only just started using this but I really like it so far. Its long lasting, doesn't smudge easily and is pretty easy to apply. I prefer the gel/cream colour as an almost primer, it adds colour and allows the pigment to last longer as the powder sets it. The only thing I would say is to be careful your brows don't turn in to blocks as the gel/cream can be a strong colour. I also tend to set my brows will clear mascara as it keeps all the wild hairs in one place.

Mascara - Falsies Volume Express - Illegal Length - Maybelline

I have done a previous post on these mascaras and why I love the combination which I will link and you can read the in-depth review and pictures clearly. The post.

Eye Liner - Lasting Drama Black Shock - Maybelline

This Maybelline eyeliner is a gel formula which is my favourite type as when you are applying it it does not run like liquid liner which makes it easier. It also lasts a hell of a lot longer than any pencil or liquid liner I have ever found. It has a high black pigmentation and due to the pen style packaging it is really easy and quick to apply when your running late.

Eye Shadow Pallet - Naked 2 Basics - Urban Decay

I don't wear eyeshadow every day but when I do I either tend to sweep a small bit of bronzer in the crease to make my eye look defined, I also find it is the perfect thing to blend a natural eye and give a bronzed glowing look. But if I'm going all out, well as much as I can be bothered to in the morning I will use the Naked pallet. I mainly love this pallet as the majority is matt and works well for both day and night, its also small and easy to carry around. All the colours are build able and work well for subtle smokey eyes especially for the day time. My personal favourites are Cover and Primal.

Beckie

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Day To Day - Cheek Products Reviewed

Hey,
So this is the second part to my day to day products I use on my face the first was my skin products which you can find here. So these are my cheek products and I used only two different products which is very tamed compared to how many products I usually use. I don't tend to wear any bight pink blushes or anything like that as so it mainly for contour and highlight and I will occasionally use a darker bronzer.

Blush/Contour powder - Mac - Harmony - Matt

This is a relevantly recent purchase and I've actually really been enjoying this product I find it adds another dimension to my contouring, this adds a little more pink tones to my skin making my skin look fresher and natural. Harmony is promoted as a blush however many Mac make up artists do suggest it as a highlight as it has such a deep brown undertone. I think this will also work well in the winter when I am my palest.

Contour/Highlighter - Maybelline - Master Sculpt

I purchased this on a whim a few months ago and I've actually really come to love it, The contour colour is perfect for my skin tone and blends well, and really that all I want from a contour powder. The highlighter is also great for every day as well, its nature due to the pink undertone and is very finally milled so these is not large chunks of glitter. This is why it looks so much more natural. The only problem I have with this product it that the contour and highlighter touch. I just want the contour to stay matt and the highlighter to say shimmery. I don't think thats too much to ask for. Although I probably will purchase it again.

The last addition in this is going to be eyes and eyebrows, I also may do one for my go to night out eye products.

Beckie

xox

Weekly Tumblr Favourites - Blue and Beige Edition

Hey guys, So Pale Blues and Beige clearly inspire this entire outfit, It very natural with out being dull which is why I picked it as my weekly favouite for this outfit inspiration post. I also just love that picture of Willow Smith, and as always my link to my Tumblr is on the side bar of this page. This is also a purely ASOS outfit and is light for summer.

Blue And Beige

The Outfit

Hat

Shoes

Sunglasses

Dress

Bag

Bracelet

Beckie

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Day To Day - Face Products Reveiwed

Hey guys,

I am definitely one of those people who can't commit to products, I'm constantly buying new products and never finishing the old so I've been trying to buy less or just buy different products only when I hit pan. However I have found some make up products that I tend to repurchase and actually use to the end.

Primer - Maybeline Baby Face

I find this works well in hiding large pores and create a smooth base between skin care and foundation, I have found when using this my makeup sites better and I also use less foundation. However it is one of those products you either love or hate as I know many people don't see the point in primer or find silicon based primers an odd feeling on the skin, I have used primers for years both high end and high-street and although there are benefits of both. I do find that high end primers do work well however on a day to day its more practical money wise to find cheaper options.

Foundation - Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25 Hour -mixed with- Rimmel BB cream

Okay so I hate the feeling of foundation all up on my face all day, lets get real it feels kinda gross. So to make it lighter I like mixing something with a strong medium to heavy coverage and something that is light. This means i get my coverage and it doesn't feel gross all day. I only do this during the day time, if I'm going out at night i will slap on all the foundation I need. I find this combination lasts well through out at the day and it doesn't get too shiny which is great because I do get oily skin here and there. Another plus is it looks natural, is inexpensive and has an SPF 20 meaning its going to protect your skin.

Concealer - Mac Pro Longwear (NW25 - NW20)

This concealer is high coverage and lasts all day which is great if you have any spots or marks you need to cover up, however i also use it under my eyes but only very lightly as it can turn cakey. I'm still looking for the best concealer for my skin, I do like this but for the price I don't know if I like it enough to repurchase. However I do find this a great product when used lightly.

Powder - Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

And to set all of the product i've bashed in to my skin I do like a slightly heavyer powder as I do have oily skin. I find this one works well as I can use it lightly so I don't look cakey, however my make ups not going to slid down my face. I don't really have much more to add about this powder, its great and I love it. I would not advice for dry skin as it will just attract to them areas.

I will be doing a separate post for highlighting and contouring as well as my eyebrows and eyes.

Beckie

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Homeware - Wish List - Zara Home Edition

Hey guys,

So in September I will be going back to uni and moving in to my new house, which I can't wait for. I've been looking at all new homeware I can buy and decorate my room with and I have fallen in love with Zara home section online. If I could buy it all I would but living on that student budget ain't easy. So I thought I'd create a little wish list and hopefully be able to find these at cheaper prices at some point!! For my room I am limited and can't hanging things on the wall as we are just renting. So I want to find new different bits and piece I can cover my room in.

I really like metal and glass details together and I constantly need containers for make up product and jewellery and all that junk so I though these would be really cute. I am also in love with the white and green combination on all of there decorative bedding.

Fur

Jar

Beckie

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Netflix Top Five Tv Series

Hey guys,

I thought i'd do one of those standard Netflix favourites lists, I've been feeling very uninspired and haven't blogged recently at all so I though i'd easy myself back in with this post and it might give you some idea on what to watch and even a bit of insight in to the type of person I am. This is in no order by the way, I couldn't order them if I tried.

Chuck - The best way I can describe this is like if that stereotypical American high school nerd you seen in movies turns in to a Charlie's Angle agent. Its funny and has that love interest aspect as well as clever I watched this a year or so ago now but its still one of my favourite series.

RuPaul's Drag Race - So this one is a little different to the others as it is a competition show, Its basically Americas next top model for drag queens. I became OBSESSED with this show and drag culture, it was something so interesting and hilarious to watch. Drag culture was something I didn't know much about as an art form and I now have so much respect for those who pursue a passion in it.

Gossip Girl - This is something that most people have already been a fan off for years but I had never seen an episode and I really enjoyed it. I used to watch 90210 and it defiantly reminded me of almost a New York fashion version. 100% a must watch, it made me want to visit NYC again and again.

That 70's show - Again an old favourite, it was one of those shows I used to pass by on the TV an now I have finally started watching it I feel in love with three things, the 70's, the cast and the simple concept.

Community - It a comedy based around students at a crappy community collage. Its a little weird but nice and light hearted and funny, an easy watch, its one of those comedies you can just relax and watch to chill out after a long day.

Beckie

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Barbies For Boys

Barbies for boys and toy guns for girls is still seen as a weird concept for many people, all though I have personally found the ‘Tomboy’ personality for girls is far less frowned upon publicly, well at least to me but you many of found something different. However feminine toys for boys is seen as a massive no to many people and parents.

I have worked at a leading children's toy store which sells various different pieces of merchandise, its is an highly popular brand that as well a house hold name for almost 2 years this September. And I have seen many different types of parents and children come in and out of the store.

A lot of children toys have a very specific aimed gender and i used to hear parents tell there children ‘no that’s for girls’ or ‘don’t be silly thats too girly’ or even ’no that far to pink’. I think thats such a shame, just because a toy many be seemed to on gender wouldn't you rather let you child have what they want and what would make them happy. Even small thing because in reality some toys are aimed at bother for example a bowling set, just because its pink or blue doesn't mean bowling is just for a boy or girl. Many children's toys are simply a change of colour. Gender neutral colours would be so much easier, don't you think.

However I do want to say, I’ve seem girl get superhero costumes and boys receive princess dolls and I cant think of anything better. The longer I have worked there the more and more I've seen the change in parenting views, they are simply buying to make their child happy. Although many do mention the judgements they may receive from the grandparents. Even if you have not been brought up to receive every aspect of gender mixes, I don't see why people as parents would hold their children back from the same.

Beckie

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Weekly Tumblr Favourites - Red Sport Edition

Hey guys,

So here is my weekly Tumblr favourites and this week is my red sports edition inspired by the pictures bellow, I've really been liking the different sport and fashion mixes so I have chosen and outfit thats shows this. The jacket shown bellow is from the Rita Ora X Adidas range which has to be one of my favourite collaborations of singer and sports wear, as well as the shoes by Adidas. This has a very oriental vibe which has probably been provoked by my desperate want to visit Japan and China, I have so many places I want to visit but they are definatly top 5.

RED

The Outfit

Hat

Beckie

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Camden - 7.7.15

So I went shopping in Camden Town a few days ago and did a bit of shopping, I haven't been there in years and its changed so much there are some great stalls in the market that are all new. I actually purchased some sunglasses and a a wall hanging for my new room at uni, Im going to do a post all about my room as soon as its all organised.

When I was in Camden I came across a space that was run but an street artistes that did work on word play of brand names. You can find his website here: http://www.experimantal.com

He has such an awesome concept and it really makes you question how brand are portrayed and what you can find within them, there are so many hidden messages you can find with in art, the mothercare and boots bags were some of my favourites, definitely check out his Instagram - faizal_lulat

He also let me take some pictures of his work that I absolutely loved -

Beckie

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Faking Up For Summer - Fake Tan Reviews

Hey guys,

I have tried gradual tanner a couple times to get some sort of summer glow but never full on fake tan, I've also never had a spray tan or used tanning beds. So pretty much the only time I'm ever tanned is when I go on holiday which is just sad! I feel like I'm defiantly missing out on this whole sun kissed appeal and I finally bit the bullet and picked up a couple different self tans from Boots to see if I like any at all. And well pray I don't botch it up to much. (side note, I tend to tan naturally with an orange undertone and generally tan well abroad, My Parent are original from Portugal and The Philippines so I have a very mixed skin tone therefore finding a good natural looking colour was a little more mixed for me.)

I tried picked a variation of different types of tanner considering I have only really used a cream style I didn't know if I would prefer a different type. The idea of a spray can completely confused me and i didn't want to look like an orange graffiti piece of work so I opted for gel, cream and moose.

The Gradual Tanner - I find this one does work well however I can only apply it every other day as its a little to strong for my skin tone and it turns me ORANGE which is never what you want. I may of need the lighter formula for my skin tone, it does moisturise well although there is a slight hint of shimmer which means if you don't like it steer clear. Overall thought it creates a nice natural tan when used properly. 6/10

The Gel - This is by far my favourite, you are meant to get the full effect after the third day of application and does take time to develop, it is best to apply this the night before you want any sort of effect. I find this the fastest drying and easiest to blend, I have had no problems with streaking however this does wash off fairly quickly if it has not had time to develop. This means you can get patchy if you are not careful which was defiantly me (right on my neck haha). 9/10

The Moose - This is the most fast effective however this has brought many problems for the applications it is so much easier to mess up. You 100% need a glove to put this one on and maybe more than one coat if you want a completely sun kissed appearance straight after use, this also needs a few hours to develop as well. I actually find I prefer this on my skin on the second day as it has developed properly and after a shower and some lotion it looks very natural. (Just be careful for CREASES) 8/10

I have been using may of these in a mixture of them all, and I find the gel and mouse work well taught and the lotion as a top off to it all.

Beckie

xox

Weekly Tumblr Favorites - Diner Girl Edition

Hey guys,

So this is my weekly Tumblr outfit posts, you can find my Tumblr linked in the side description bar this outfit is very much a powder pink and blue retro style with a hint of bright reds. Ive gone for a mixture of the 50's with a little more of a modern vibe, I'm in love with the Topman bomber jacket, its got a very borrowed of the boyfriend fit. I also had to include the Moschino McDonalds bag which has to be one of my favourites from that season for accessories.

This weeks Tumblr favourites is the retro diner vibe of the 50's:

The Outfit

Top

Bag - Moschino

Beckie

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OOTD - Carpet Shirt

Hey guys,

So this is just a mini outfit of the day post and I'm thinking about doing these more regularly as I tend to find looking for clothes that I like and fit me, difficult. I can range from 3 different sizes and I recently saw a # surrounding twitter called #PulsSizePlease which is something I'm defiantly all for as even topshop one of the largest highstreet retailer don't even offer a size 18 which I see as a in the regular size range. I personally find that ridiculous. Anyway if you are interested in more personal fashions do tell. This outfit is simple and not much to it but its quick and easy for summer. The shirt is vintage and kinda looks like a carpet print but I love it, ugly and just loud shirts are my favourite and my collection is growing.

Outfit Of The Day:

Skirt - ASOS

Top - Primark

Shirt - Harper and Lewis, a vintage store

Beckie

xox

Outfit inspiration - That 70s Show

Hey guys,

So I recently binge watched all of That 70s show on Netflix, its all on there an such a good series. My personal favourite characters were Jackie and Hyde, I know so many people have seen the series before and I could not have not started it at a better time, the recent 70s vibe thats hit all of the stores. I absolutely love some of the pieces so I have created an outfit inspired by the show and I hope you like it.

I have gone for a complete mixtures of fabrics and cuts but the colours being it all together and the top from Motel Rocks is my favourite defiantly look online to see it on the model, it does it so much more justice.

The outfit:

Scarf

Beckie
xox

Regal Rose Wish List

Hey guys,

I've really been craving new jewellery recently and I'm trying to save so I made a wish list instead. Its not the same as shopping but it will do for now, this is purely off Regal Rose which is an online based company. All links for jewellery will be linked below. So i've been really loving the look of headpieces and rings for your hair and Regal Rose sell great alternative jewellery. I basically want everything gold and crescent shaped on the website and gold just looks so good with a summer tan.

Gold Crescent Headpiece x

Sun and Moon Earrings x

Hair Rings x

Circle Stone Headpiece x

Crescent Earrings x

Thanks for reading my tiny wish list,

Beckie

xox

Make-up Favourites

Hey guys,

I want to start doing mini favourites list, showing combinations or just a small list of things i'm currently obsessing over. Although I don't just want to put things up for the sake of it, just when I actually find things i'm loving.

May's favorites:

Carmex (purely because it is amazing nothing futher)

Master sculpt

Illegal length mascara

Falsies volume express mascara

Mac lipstick- Blanktey and Yash

Eco tools eye enhancing duo brush

Master sculpt is by Maybelline, when I first tried this contour and highlighter duo I found it slightly annoying that the highlighter and contour powder touches as I wanted to keep the simmer out of the contour colour. However I have not found a major problem with this and the highlighter is finely milled meaning it has an extremely nice natural look. The contour powder has the same effect however it is not as long lasting but that perhaps maybe due to my oily skin. Otherwise that it a great every day product.

So the first image is off Illegal Length by Maybelline and has fibres within the mascara meaning it adds a lot of length meaning its lacking on the volume department. It is also impossible for me to find it in the waterproof version which is what I look for in a mascara as my eyes tend to water. Therefore I have found a dream combination of adding Falsies Volume Express as a coat on top which works really well as it adds a lot of volume and the combination really works.

So this is Mac lipstick Blankety and Yash, they both look extremely similar in the picture so I really do advise looking on the Mac website as they are such a pretty combination and really good for everyday and just as a nude combination. Honestly it doesn't look like much but have a look at them in store they are the perfect mix of pink and peach to make a everyday lipstick.

And finally Eco Tools Eye Enhancing Duo Make-up Brushes they are such high quality and I don't think Eco Tools get enough attention and they really should. They are soft and don't shed as well the duo use allow it to work well for make-up bags and travel. I particular have found the angled brush for my eyebrows as it isn't to thick meaning you can create small details.

Beckie

xox

Trend Wish list - Asos Edition

Hey guys,

I have been loving this whole mid 60's and 70's trends that has been appearing of crochet dresses, but it can be hard finding ones that cover enough flesh if you want to wear them day to day and not on holiday. So I have been looking through Asos for all of there best crochet dresses that cover all of the bumps you don't really want to show. Here are my top six of the trend.

Asos's favorite six:

The dresses:

The first can be found here this one is perfect if your looking for a longs sleeve option but you don't want to be completely covered.
The second shows a little more and is originally for Missguided, but the v neck cut always looks flattering. You can find it here
The third has a cute cold shoulder cut and a simple silhouette. Here
The forth is defiantly my favourite and has a a very relaxed but well dressed appearance and is featured here and is avalible in the petite range meaning its great if you'er short like me.
The fifth purely just remind me of Ivy from 90201 and thats why I love it, beach wear. Here
And finally the more fancy one of the bunch more of a comfy dinner date dress, here

Beckie

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Uni Junk - Promotion

Hey guys,

So I have finished my first year of uni and I've done so much and learnt a lot so I thought I'd show you a couple of pieces I've created. I do things from promotion, marketing, fashion styling to trend forecasting.

These images are from a promotion project where we had to pick a brand and create various things like launch parties ect. I picked Regal Rose and created the idea of a seven deadly sins concept. So I also had to create a trend for the project which I called pulse and then had to create styled pieces of photography as a launch image.

The trend

Created on Adobe illustrator

Gluttony

Edited on Adobe Photoshop

I really liked the way they all came out and I personally think it worked well with Regal Rose as a brand.

Beckie

xox

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