A Taste of Mexico

Last weekend myself and the boy went for a wander around town because the weather was so nice, until it turned on us!!!

We decided to try out this new Mexican food place in Smithfield called Kchido. I had to take a quick outfit snap because I loved the street art!

Ankle Grazer Jamie Jeans / Topshop (here)

Cat Eye Sunglasses / Topshop (here)

Sleeveless Collared Shirt / American Apparel

Western Waist Belt / ASOS (here)

Lace Up Sandals / Penneys Primark (in store now)

Kchido is a hipster's paradise where food is ordered from a standalone food truck based in a cool garage setting. The atmosphere is laid back with pallets crafted into benches and tables, painted in multicolour while blankets and cushions add comfort to the equation. 

The food was delish and worth a trip while there's fresh coffee on site too for all you caffeine addicts! As for me, while I loved my quesidilla. But I still see myself back in Boojum for my fave Mexican fix next time I'm in the area. 

 Hope you enjoyed this outfit of the day come food review post!!!

Love Laura 

xox

Quick & Simple Storage Idea

This cute storage idea is literally the best thing ever and it's so cheap, quick and simple. All you need is:

Mason Jar- I got mine for €1.50 in IKEA

Assorted ribbon of choice- I got mine in Hickeys but recently picked up more in Tiger stores approx €2 per ribbon roll

Cut a long section of ribbon and tie it in a bow around the lid of the bottom section of the jar! It's that quick and simple, but the result is gorgeous. I doubled up the bow using a different style ribbon in the same colour. 

 I made one for my make up remover cotton pads and one for my cotton buds. They just look so cute on my dresser! Plus closing the lids prevent dust settling on the cotton pads. It really helps declutter and organise my dresser. 

Hope you enjoyed this little storage idea. Let me know if you want more tips. 

Have a great week!

Love Laura

xox 

70's Vibes By The Sea

I'm just in love with my new mini skirt!!! There's such a 70's vibe off the print and we all know the 70's trend is super hot right now! For my latest look I have gone for a very toned down version of this trend. 

Pairing my busy print skirt with this crisp white sleeveless shirt makes the outfit fresh and ready for the summer sun. The shirt has the cutest bow attached around a peter pan collar. It's already become one of my favourite wardrobe staples for summer!

Skirt / Zara (here)

Top / Zara (here)

Shoes / Zara (here)

Watch / Michael Kors

Sunglasses / Marc by Marc Jacobs

Hope you all enjoyed my latest look. 

Have a great weekend. 

Love Laura

xox

Little Bow Hat Out Shopping

Out for a wonder around Dublin City and I decided to take a snap of my outfit because I love my new hat!!! It has the cutest little woollen bow on the top (even though it makes me look like a four year old!!!).

Hat / Romwe

Scarf / Romwe

Bag / DKNY

Loafers / Zara

This Topshop at St.Stephens Green is amazing, I'm sure all you Irish girls would agree! You can probably tell that I love it by my big grin and my new purchase! 

Hope you enjoyed this short and simple post!

Love Laura

xox

Laura Loves... Dream Dots for Spots

Drop the toothpaste, sudocrem or whatever else your using to dry up those pesky pimples. Pick up a pack of Dream Dots for Spots!

We all suffer from those pesky pimples at some point and it always seems to be when we have a big night out or an event coming up. I have been using Dream Dots for a while now and have to say they are the holy grail quick fix for clearing spots asap!

After your nighttime skincare ritual but before applying your moisturiser peel off a single Dream Dot and place it directly on top of the spot (you may apply your moisturiser after). The Dot creates a silky feel second skin, waterproof seal that prevents any further dirt or bacteria entering your spot while it works overnight to remove pus and heal it. In the morning the peel the Dot off and reveal that the spot is visibly clearer, redness is reduced and it's less painful. Magic!

Dream Dots are non invasive and gentle working on the skin so this process can be repeated again until the spot has cleared. 

I love this product! There are loads of Dots in the packet so your definitely getting good value! It has now become my go to product when I feel a spot coming and it definitely gets the "Laura Loves" seal of approval!

Hope you enjoyed this post. If you have used this product before I would love to hear your thoughts on it. 

Love Laura 

xox

Dream Dots for Spots approx €15 for a pack of 24 Dots. Available at Lloyds, Sam McCauleys, Cara and McCabes pharmacies as well as online at www.dreamdotsforspots.com

Spring Wedding Outfit

Hi guys I was recently at a wedding and EVERYONE kept asking me where I got my outfit from! 

So I decided to do a blog post about it and spill the beans! 

You won't believe how purse friendly the skirt is...

Skirt / Romwe (get it here)

Top / River Island (get it here)

Heels / Miss Selfridge (get them here)

Necklace / River Island (get it here)

Bag / DKNY (get it here)

Assortment of Rings / River Island

Watch / Michael Kors

I have to say the quality of this skirt is amazing, its lined and the fabric is so thick. It didn't crease at all and remained in shape all day and night! I cant believe I bought it for such a bargain! 

The top is super feminine, its the perfect amount of sheer and just drapes effortlessly over the body. The cropped shape sat perfectly upon the skirts waistband and the blush colour really complimented the floral blossoms in the skirt. 

I spotted the necklace in the accessories section on the way to the till when I was purchasing my top. The pictures make it hard to appreciate how beautiful the necklace really is. It's so eye catching, the blush colour of the stones perfectly matched the top and it looks way more expensive than it is. (It definitely makes a statement so I kept other accessories to a minimum).

The heels I picked up by chance I had an old pair in mind but when I put these on my feet I knew I had to own them. I was able to wear them all day long as the block heel and the thick ankle strap makes them super comfy and easy to walk (and dance) in!

Below are a couple of photos taken during the evening with some of my favorite people!:

The outfit was so comfortable throughout the whole day! As we all know weddings are long days full of food, drinks and partying so it's essential to wear something comfy! The weather was so beautiful that I didn't even need my cream scalloped cropped blazer over my shoulders (but I was raging that I forgot my sunnies)!

I hope you all liked my latest outfit post. I hope it has given you some fashion inspiration for wedding season and it just goes to show you don't need to spend big bucks to put together a special outfit.

Love Laura

xox

Blanket Scarves & Furry Pom Poms

Hi guys sorry I've been missing in action recently but I'm back and I have a new fashion post for you! 

For my latest look I'm channelling the hottest accessory trends right now, blanket scarves and furry pom poms, styled with my new favourite gathered waist Zara skirt. All of which are available in stores now. 

 

 

 

 

 

Skirt / Zara , Blanket Scarf / H&M , Shirt / M&S

Boots / ASOS , Bag / Michael Kors , Pom Pom / River Island

Watch / Michael Kors , Bracelets / Alex & Ani

Midi Rings / River Island , Necklace / Topshop

Hope you all like my latest look,  

Have a great week,

Love Laura

xox

In the Trenches

With the changing weather it's hard to know what to wear, its cold one minute and hot the next!

A sleeveless trench is the perfect solution!

It is such a versatile piece to have in your wardrobe and can be worn so many ways:

Over a thin knit jumper with a scarf and fedora

Over with the perfect little black dress with sky high heels

Over ripped knee skinnies with boots

The options are endless!!!

Here's how I style mine:

 

Sleeveless Trench / Missguided , Ripped Knee Jamie Jeans / Topshop

Mulberry Alexa / Brown Thomas , Boots / Dorothy Perkins

Metallic Tank / Topshop , Body Harness / River Island

Bracelets / Alex & Ani , Watch / Michael Kors

Hope you all enjoyed my latest look!

Love Laura

XOX

Laura Loves... Makeup Revolution Aqua Seal

I'm loving everything in the Makeup Revolution range! Especially the new Aqua Seal liquid eye primer & sealant. 

 

It's a water like texture primer which can be used under your eyeshadow to prime and intensify or worn over your eyeshadow to seal and waterproof your look! 

I use it with the Makeup Revolution pure pigment eyeshadow pots. It further intensifies the already highly pigmented eyeshadow, making your eyes pop and do all the talking!!!

Screw off the handy dropper and dip an angled brush directly into the Aqua Seal. Dip the brush straight into the pigment pot and tap off the excess. Use it to line along your lash line or as an all over colour for a super intense, super shimmery look. 

Once it's applied to the skin, it dries and seals in the colour. It won't budge until you rub it off using plenty of makeup remover, which is brilliant for those long party nights! 

 

Makeup Revolution Aqua Seal *

Makeup Revolution Pure Pigments in Confront *

MAC angled brush

 

 

Makeup Revolution Aqua Seal liquid eye primer is unlike any primer I have ever used before! It creates intensity, provides a waterproof gloss, it seals your look creating a glamorous finish which lasts the whole day and it's super pocket friendly! 

I highly recommend this product!

It definitly gets the "Laura Loves..." seal of approval!

Have a great week!

Love Laura 

xox 

(* gifted from Makeup Revolution)

Shine On (Metallic brogues & backpack)

 

 

Jamie Jeans / Topshop , 2 in 1 Jumper / Penneys , Bag / New Look

Shoes / Penneys (Primark) , Glasses / Jeepers Peepers @ ASOS

Watch / Michael Kors , Bracelets / Alex & Ani

 

 

I'm loving anything and everything silver right now, especially silver brogues and handbags!

I picked up my silver brogues in Penneys (Primark) during the summer and when I saw this silver backpack in New Look recently I knew I had to have it! Both pieces are surprisingly versatile and really make an outfit stand out. 

I decided to wear them both together and pare it back with on trend ripped knee skinnies and a slouchy jumper, for a more casual look. 

I absolutely loved shooting this today in Malahide Castle Dublin the backdrop is stunning!

Hope you enjoyed my latest look,

Have a great week!

Love Laura 

xox

(Jumper, jeans, backpack and jewellery available in stores now)

Monochrome With A Twist

I originally styled this outfit totally monochrome with a white sleeveless shirt underneath my black sleeveless blazer, my blue/black jeans and a black handbag! 

When I looked in the mirror I thought how cute would it be to do a twist on the traditional black and white monochrome, so I grabbed my lilac cami and fluffy bag:

 

Sleeveless Blazer / Forever21 , Cami / River Island , Jeans / Topshop , Fluffy Bag / River Island,  Pool Sliders / River Island 

 

 

 

Pool Sliders / River Island , Watch / Michael Kors , Pineapple Necklace / Charming Charlie , Midi Ring / River Island , Fluffy Handbag Below / River Island

 

Hope you liked my latest look,

Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

Love Laura

XOX

'Undress Me Too' With MUA (Mini Makeup Haul)

I was in Superdrug recently and saw they had a 3 for 2 offer across all MUA products! I love 3 for 2 offers and this brand is so purse friendly that I figured it would be rude not to avail of this fab offer!!! 

Here's what I picked up:

 

 

Mosaic Bronzer / MUA / €3.50

I picked this bronzer up in the colour 'Natural Glow' (shade 1). This was the cheapest of the three products so, with the 3 for 2 offer, I practically got it for free! I love it, the colour isn't overpowering and it has a lovely rosy tint to it which looks great worn both above and below the cheekbones! However, it's definitely not the best bronzer I've used but I would reccomend it for a cheap, cheerful and natural everyday bronzer. 

Pro-Base Fixing Mist / MUA / €6.00

I have never tried anything like this product before, honestly, due to the fact that I find them quite gimmicky! All you have to do is spray it over your finished makeup and it's meant to seal in your look all day long! I have used it but I can't say I noticed any dramatic difference to the longevity of my makeup.

I like the idea of it, but, does it work... The jury is still out on this one!

 

 

'Undress Me Too' Eyeshadow Palette / MUA / €5.00 

The colours in this palette are so beautiful. It is essentially a nude palette, but the gorgeous bronze shimmers can take you from daytime to nighttime in one easy swoop! To my surprise the quality of the individual eyeshadows are fantastic, they apply easily and stay on all day/night!

  

Here I created a simple daytime nude look by placing the lighter glitter bronze at the tear duct and worked outwards using a gradient of darker colours. A sweep of black liner and you're ready for a night on the town!

My favourite product is definitely the 'Undress Me Too' eyeshadow palette, and it's only a fiver!

Have you used these products? 

I'd love to hear your feedback!

Thanks for reading,

Love Laura

XOX

Random Outfits Snaps (iPhone)

Happy 4th of July guys! Hope you are all having a fab day!

I just wanted to share with you a few outfit snaps that I took on my phone (I apologize for the quality of the photos, they were taken on an iPhone 4s). 

 

Casual stroll along Dun Laoghaire pier. 

 

Heading out for lunch in the fab weather. 

 

Off shopping. 

Hope you enjoyed my few pics, 

If you would like to see more come follow me on instagram (by clicking the instagram link to the right of the page). 

If you want any outfit details don't hesitate to comment below!

Have a great weekend,

Love Laura

XOX