Wednesday 19 January 2011

Crimbo Haul

I know Christmas was quite a while ago now but my mum and sister got me some stuff in New York that I wanted to show you as well and they only got back a couple of weeks ago. First of all heres some stuff I've bought myself lately:


Liz Earle - I went to the new Liz Earle shop in Leeds because I was desperate to try Cleanse & Polish after reading so many reviews on the stuff. It definitely lives up to the hype. The limited edition tin is really cool. I love the toner I got too, it feels really refreshing on my skin. I also got the Bust Treatment because having a baby is not good for your boobs! Not tried it yet, but I'll let you know how it goes ;)


Yankee Candle - I really wanted wanted one of these massive candles after watching one of Fleur's videos. I totally fell in love with the strawberry buttercream one in Clintons, it smells delicious. It reminds me of the birthday cake body butter I got from Dylan's Candy Store a couple of years ago.


Sigma Brushes - I ordered these on Black Friday because they had free shipping. I really wanted some brushes for contouring my face. Unfortunately they sent me the large powder brush instead of the tapered face brush and I had to pay more money for it afterwards because of their mistake. Bleh. Although I like the brushes I'm not gonna order from them again. I didn't like my experience with their customer service.





MAC - I was quite excited for the Cham Pale collection and was tempted to order the special highlighting powders but when I tried them instore, I didn't really like them. Instead I just got the NC15/NW20 & I Get No Kick pencils. I love both of these, perfect for the waterline without looking too fake. I also got Harmony blusher for contouring as recommended by Pixi2woo and Amber Lights & Naked Lunch for my eyeshadow palette.



Bow Satchel - So this is the fake Miu Miu Vitello Lux I ordered off ebay. I'm not very impressed with it, it was a bit of a waste of money, so it might end up back on ebay. Its too hard and looks very cheap. I also got this weird coin purse free with it, at least that made me lol.

On to the stuff I got given:


Marmite Mug - My friend got me this epic mug! I love Marmite, I always add a thick layer of the stuff to crumpets and toast. Now I can drink hot marmite in my mug too :D


Bones - My boyfriend got me the Bones season 1-5 box set. So excited to finally watch it all!



M&M Pillow - Last time we went to New York I got the massive Reese's Peanut Butter Cups pillow so this time my mum got me the M&M one from M&M World. Its so soft and lovely to stroke. She also got me loads of American sweets such as Lifesavers, Tootsie Rolls & Cookie Dough Bites. Yum!


Sephora - My mum knows how much I love all the stuff in Sephora. I didn't ask for any of these, she just has fab taste. I got By Terry Touche Veloutee which is the best concealer ever. Its like Touche Eclat but about a million times better. Theres also a mini Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb, Lorac liquid eyeliner, Marc Jacobs Lola rollerball, mini Nars Orgasm Illuminator & two random Sephora nail polishes. I've been using the Orgasm Illuminator every day since I got it and it looks amazing on my skin. It gives your cheekbones a beautiful peachy pink highlight. Its a wonderful product.


Chanel Bag - Okay its a fake but what a good fake it is! Its really soft, well made and looks just like the real thing. Plus my mum haggled with the seller so she bought it for the grand total of $20! Thats like 12 quid! Love love love this bag and love love love my mum :)

29 comments:

  1. Love it all! the mac liners look lovely.
    The bag was a bargain, if it looks good then who cares if it's a fake?!
    x

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  2. oh nice fake chanel :) i've been thinking of getting one myself.

    and lol at the little purse things that you got, haha.

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  3. Great stuff! :) Those brushes look fab x

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  4. I really want to try liz earle stuff, once my clinique stuff runs out I think I will get some! I love sephora too, that lola rollerball thing looks good.

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  5. You got some good stuff!!! I especially like that gray purse and Sigma brushes!

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  6. Great post! I LOVE that Reeses pillow and handbag. I'm a new follower x

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  7. this post was just YUM from start to finish :) great buys you got yourself, and what great pressies from new york! desparate to go there this year, I know that shopping would be the thing id be most excited about. I did a sweetie/cosmetics swap with a blogger girl from the US last year and it was THE best thing ive ever done! :) xx

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  8. Caroline, i'm so jealous of all your goodies! After I saw this post, I went straight to Liz Earle and picked up some stuff too! I got the 100ml of Flowerbomb about a year ago and it's almost gone. booo!
    Really want the Nars stuff toooo. Jealous!

    http://gh0stparties.blogspot.com

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  9. Ooh, what lovely goodies you got Caroline! I'm a huge fan of Liz Earle, the hot cloth cleanser is a life saver. Also, that marmite mug is ace - I'm most definitely a lover. Sally x

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  10. Your blog is, literally, fabulous. Adore the perfume and make up purchases! x

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  11. aww what a sweetie your mum is :) the chanel bag is a really good copy and the cushions and mug are adorable! x

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  12. I've just found your blog via bloglovin and after a peruse i'm now a followin'!
    Are the sigma brushes any good? After years of cheap brushes I want to invest in some gooduns but I haven't a clue where to start.

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  13. Hey!! Just wondering what camera you use? I'm in desperate need of a new one :D

    fridayisforever.blogspot.com :)

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  14. hey :)

    Ive just found your blog and i really adore it!
    pretty much nodding along to most of your likes on your intro, a lady of impeccable taste, and a fellow Leeds lass (sorta!)

    btw, have you seen the yankee candle shop in one of the arcades in town? - amazing!

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  15. Literally want every single thing here! I love flowerbomb perfume!
    And you are so going to love all the Bones episodes! I'm obsessed with it and Booth is my ideal man ;)

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  16. Ohh I love that faux Chanel! What a great copy!
    Really want to try Liz Earle! xx

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  17. THE FLOWERBOMB PERFUME and Chanel bag, absolute love for it!! And your other stuff too! :) x

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  18. hey again :)

    just to let you know i tagged you in a post over on my blog :)

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  19. I LOVE Liz Earle products!
    && that mug is ah-mazing...
    Great blog, now following :)xx

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  20. Aw your mum has such good taste, what a sweetheart to get you so many good presents! And soo glad for the Liz Earle review, I've been wondering for a while whether the products are worth the hype, but may have to invest in some after this :)

    Charlyx

    http://x-whatiworetoday-x.blogspot.com

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  21. I LOVE Bones, so jealous that you have the box set... and the Chanel bag really does look really real, what a good buy!!
    Great blog, I'll be following from now on :) xx

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  22. That bow satchel looks lovely! Haha that M&M cushion is awesome! How can that not put a smile on someones face? xoxo

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  23. love the grey bag and the marmite mug !!
    i would love for you to check out my blog and tell me what you think
    Ashley
    http://wise-rabbit-says.blogspot.com/

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  24. Love "Chanel" bag!!

    Sadie x

    http://brandnewbutterflywings.blogspot.com/

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  25. I need a collection of brushes just like this!Liked all the stuff you bought!

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  26. I adore your blog, I'm following!

    would love you to enter my giveaway:

    http://thoroughlymodernmilly5.blogspot.com/2011/02/best-gievaway-yet-ida-restaurant-pasta.html

    xx

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    Thanks love. xoxo.

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  28. those sigma brushes are lush!
    and i LOVE the marmite mug - so cute!

    xx

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