Models Own Raspberry Crush

Raspberry Crush is the nail polish I got free in this weeks More! magazine, which I talked about in my Magazine Freebies post. Now I absolutely love Models Own polishes, but this is one that I had never really noticed and definitely wouldn't have chosen myself.

It's a difficult colour to describe, I guess it's mostly pink, a clue is in the name Raspberry, but it in some lights it looks red, and even slightly orange. It's definitely different!

It's very opaque, and went on the nail nicely. I would think you'd only need one coat, but as I'm an impatient fidget, I wound up smudging a few nails and applying a second coat.

You can get Raspberry Crush for £5 from Models Own or just buy More! for £1.50, while it's still on sale.

What do you think of this colour, will you be picking it up? Leave any comments or questions below or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

NOTD - Bright nails for the dark skies

Who says you have to have dark reds and purples on your nails just because it's autumn?

I've never been one to stick to the 'rules' - I'm all for brightening up the current horrible British weather! 

Rimmel 60 Seconds Nail Polish - Sky High*
NYC Expert Last Nail Polish - Lights Camera Glitter

The beautiful Rimmel Blue was actually one of my prizes from the lovely Nicola and the NYC glitter is a new fave that I just picked up from Superdrug!

Are you sticking with Autumn nail trends or breaking tradition? Show me your NOTD posts!
Leave any comments or questions below and chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

Halloween Style

I went a little bit crazy with the Halloween make-up this year, using theatrical white face powder, breaking all the make-up rules of over-doing blusher and eyeliner and even sampled some Eye Rock designer liner creations as bottom lashes!

So here's a few pics of my look for the night, and a few of my friends who all looked fab!

My first attempt at studding my nails

Hey, doll face

Messing about with the webcam

A few shots of me and the gorgeous girls in my flat

What did you get up to this Halloween, and did you have any crazy costumes?

Leave any comments or questions below and chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

Essie Wishlist

I think everyone knows by now that I'm obsessed with nail polish and Essie are a new favourite! The brand was a bit of an acquired taste, at first I wasn't in love with the consistency and they have too many sheers for my liking - but the range of colours are fantastic. So here is a collection of the colours that I really want!

Sand Tropez, Topless & Barefoot, Absolutely Shore,
Turquoise & Caicos, Where's My Chauffer?, Nothing Else Metals,
Nice is Nice, Bahama Mama, Recessionista, Watermelon,
Cute As A Button, Tart Deco, French Affair, Lilacism

Let me know if you've got any of these colours, of if there's an amazing one that I've missed!
Leave any comments or questions below or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

I ♥ Autumn Tag!

Okay technically it's the I ♥ Fall Tag, but I can't cope with Americanisms so it's Autumn! This is a youtube video tag but I've just stolen it from Bree Essrig because I love Autumn and I think it's a fun tag.

1. Favourite autumn lip product?

It's all about dark pinks, berry's and corals for me - with the occasional purple if I'm brave enough.

The three that spring to mind from my collection are Rimmel Moisture Renew in Funtime Fuscia, Revlon Colorburst in Coral and Revlon Superlustrous in Va Va Violet - very vampy, definitely exfoliate your lips before attempting to pull this one off!

2. Favourite autumn nail polish?

I don't tend to change my nail polish seasonly, if I fancy baby pink in the middle of winter I just go for it.
If we're following a similar theme to autumn lipsticks, I guess my three favourites would be Revlon Plum Attraction, Nails Inc Piccadilly Circus, and Topshop Hyperreal - bit different, but I just love the metallic bronze!

3. Favourite autumn Starbucks drink?

It's most definitely the salted caramel mocha - I had my first one and just fell in love!

4. Favourite autumn candle?

I'm not really a candle person, I'd be too scared of forgetting about it and starting a fire!
If I were to go out and buy a candle, it would be something like this Cinnamon Apple Berry from Yankee Candles or maybe something gingerbread scented!

5. Favourite autumn scarf or accessory?

My purple floral h&m scarf or my faux fur stole over my leather jacket - love!

6. Haunted house, haunted hay ride or haunted corn maze?

A haunted hay ride sounds like the least terrifying, running through a haunted house could be fun though. I'll pass on the corn maze, little bit too Jeepers Creepers for me!

7. Favourite Halloween movie?

If I'm going for a classic, it's A Nightmare on Elm Street, but if I want an updated scare I'd go for any Paranormal Activity, Insidious or The Unborn.

8. Favourite thing to eat on Halloween?

Everything sweet - I'm terrible! Anything that was left when the trick or treaters were gone was all mine.

9. What is your Halloween costume?

I'm doing a glam vampire, I was thinking about channelling Star from The Lost Boys but I doubt anyone would get the connection.

10. What is your favourite thing about Autumn?

The clothes! I'm such a summer weather person, but I just love boots, chunky knits, big coats - dark reds and khakis are my favourite colours at the moment so I love that it's all in!

You can see more my autumn fashion favourites post here!

If you want to do this tag, go for it, I tag each and every one of you!
If you liked any of my answers or want more info, leave me a comment or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

Autumn Faves

Autumn is well and truly upon us - though to be honest here in Preston it feels more like winter!

Autumn is my absolute favourite time for fashion, all the colours are beautiful and I'm a sucker for chunky knits and boots! So I've put together a few of my favourite items that I've seen in stores or when online window shopping instead of doing work...

1. Lipstick 'Inhibition' - Topshop, £8
2. Studded Cardi - Miss Selfridge, £42
3. Nails 'Thorn' - Topshop, £6.50
4. Plum Lace Dress - Miss Selfridge, £39
5. Bronze Sequin Top - Boohoo, £18
6. Wet Look Skater Skirt - Boohoo, £12
7. Aztec Black Scarf - Matalan, £8
8. Studded Handle Clutch - Boohoo, £25
9. Navy Quilted Jacket - Matalan, £15
10. Berry Pleated Skirt - Boohoo, £12
11. Ombre Boyfriend Cardi - Miss Selfridge, £39
12. Silver Pleated Skirt - Glamorous, £25.99
13. Chelsea Boots - Office, £65
14. Stud Detail Dress - New Look, £27.99
15. Burgundy Skater Dress - Miss Selfridge, £35

I want all of this stuff - why can't I magically be rich?! I'm sure a few of these may pop up in some future blog posts, I'm only human after all!

Let me know if you like any of the items I featured or any brilliant pieces that I missed!
You can leave any comments or questions below or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

Models Own Haul

Models Own is one of my absolute favourite nail polish brands, so when they announced they were having a 50% off summer sale, I just jumped at the chance to get some of the gorgeous shades I've been wanting!

I was absolutely spoilt for choice over which to use first! I went for Pink Punch and Ibiza Mix on my nails (you can see how that looks here) and I put Indian Ocean over Essie's Navigate Her on my toes which looks so cute but I don't want to take pictures of my feet.

I've also tried out Disco Mix over Essie's Tour De Finance since I bought these and I think it the glitter looks awesome over hot pink!

I hope you like my haul, if you have any of these shades or want to know my opinion on them, just leave a comment below or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo

Lust Have! Ciaté Advent Calender

Ciaté have brought out a nail polish advent calender... could there be anything more perfect?!

They're calling it 'Mini Mani Month' and it's exclusive to Selfridges, costing £38. It just seems too good to be true, all that for just under £40... and I'm so close to cracking my self-imposed budget and giving in.

There are 17 of Ciaté's best selling mini paint pots, 4 mini Cavier blends and 3 exclusive glitter shades!

I'd put this on my Christmas list but I know it will sell out by then - argh the temptation!

Let me know if you love this idea from Ciaté as much as I do and if you're going to buy it.
Leave any comments or questions below or chat to me on twitter

Megan Diva xo