Ballin'

I had my Summer Grad Ball at the Hilton last Saturday, so naturally thought I'd share the experience with you all.

It was a glamourous evening, with a glass of free champers on arrival, a 3 course meal, and a D-Jay to finish off. 

Being on a fashion course you can only imagine the parade we were expecting, girl after girl dressed to the nines. Some with loubi's, some carrying Chanel, and the not so subtle stares from head to toe, with a "what does she look like?" or "that dress does NOT suit her" to follow. 

Yes, it was bitchy.

My dress was from ASOS, it was a bargain I thought at £55, however having sent it to Jersey by accident (home), and my Mum having to send it back here, it got a nice VAT charge, which I was fuming about! 

I had my hair highlighted, and curled it myself (v.proud) and did my nails (below) and did my make up using my Benefit 'Primpcess" kit. 

I even wore heels! 

All in all it was a lovely send off, I even had a dance with my finance teacher!

Below is a mood board of the accessories and things I used for the night.

Ball by emilyrodgers18 featuring chinese laundry pumps

Chanel Couture Favourites

Karl has done it again. Back to basics Chanel Couture featuring traditional tweed and designer beanies. A subtle mixture of a grey, cream, pink, black, palette with even some velvet, sparkly tights, woollen clutches and a couple of gorgeous gowns thrown in. Here are my favourite look from the show, setting the style for Auntum/Winter 2012/13. 

Now, obviously I wish I could put a whole lot more up, the collection was beautiful, but I had to be cut throat here, my absolute favourite is the amazing white organza gown with a feathery, fluffy, overcoat with embellishment and risen feathered collar, it is stunning!

Nails that Sparkle

The other day I was browsing through the make-up section in Boots and I can never resist picking up some nail polish. This time the choice was Models Own Juicy Jules in silver, I tried it as soon as I got home (below) over a coat of Pink Grapefruit 17 lasting finish, and I was really happy with the results!

After a few days they are all still in tact which is a bonus considering I'm really hard on my nails!

I love the sparkly effect and it adds a bit of something extra to your favourite colour, and at £5 a bottle it's definitely worth it!