Happy 2015 & New Years Resolutions!

Hey Beauts,

So it is the first of the year again and it is time for everyone to make new year resolutions that won't be kept up (unless very lucky) and will fall to pieces after the second week of the year! I am no exception. However, like every year, the new year brings with it a handful of positivity. So here I am to tell you my New Years Resolutions! 

1. To lose weight! I actually started this one at the beginning of December as the pain of remaining the same was greater than the pain of change. Because of this I have managed to stay the same weight over Christmas (Thankfully) and eaten to my hearts content! But now Christmas is over, it's time to step it up a gear and actually lose some extra fat. I'm surrounding myself with inspiration of a summer bikini body for when I go to Florida in September. 

2. To blog more! I love blogging. Not only to communicate with you beauts, but to look back on my thoughts of products or memories that I would have written down. I could come up with infinite excuses to what happened to my blogging streak last year (lots of work hours, broken computer, moving out and laziness) but now it is just about starting over and trying again with more willpower! 

3. To have fun! Again, like last year, I just want to have fun! With Florida on the cards (for the first time ever) It is already set to be one of the best years ever.

4. To save more! Last year I just spent my money willy nilly as part of me felt as though it gave me more freedom. Almost as if 'I've earned this money so I can buy all the nice things'. However I have learnt that to grow up, I need to learn to save money, for financial security and whatnot.

5. To start learning to drive! I had two driving lessons last year and really enjoyed them. Driving comes with it much freedom too. Not having to rely on public transport or others to give you lifts. Whilst I am not planning on getting a driving license this year, I can at least attempt to get better at driving.

So what are your beauts resolutions for 2015? And how has your 2014 been? What was your favourite memory of 2014? I would love to know so leave a comment down below. If you loved reading this and want to stick by me throughout the 2015 year, follow on GFC and BlogLovin' so you don't miss out on future posts!

Have an absolutely amazing 2015 beauts, here's to 2015! :D

Be happy, Be beautiful and Be YOU!

Ellie, xx

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This or That Tag! TAG Thursday

Hey Beauts,

So today I just felt like doing a TAG post! They're quick and easy and when I have a to-do list as long as this, I haven't got too much spare time right now. It's also really upsetting seeing how bright the sun is outside when I'm stuck inside doing work. I thought I'd procrastinate a little bit with writing a blog post. I haven't been tagged to do this, but I had such good comments and feedback on the last TAG Thursday that I thought you would all appreciate another one! So here you all go! :D

Makeup; 

Blush or Bronzer - Blush, I still can't apply blusher properly (haha) but I don't even attempt to wear bronzer!

Lip Gloss or Lipstick - Lipstick, definatly! I hate the feel of lip gloss.

Eye Liner or Mascara - Mascara, My experiences with eye-liner have pretty much always been bad! But if I could survive with one piece of make-up, that would be mascara,

Foundation or Concealer - Concealer, it's so easy to put on and blend out. Foundations are too heavy in my opinion for every day.

Neutral or Colour Eye Shadow - Neutral, it's just easier and looks elegant and classy.

Pressed or Loose Eye Shadows - Pressed, loose is just a lot messier! haha.

Brushes or Sponges - Brushes, they feel so soft! And they're a lot easier to store!

Nails; 

OPI or China Glaze - OPI, I'ver never tried China Glaze. I love the little sets you can get - super cute! 

Long or Short - Long, even though they break, they look a lot nicer. 

Acrylic or Natural - Natural, Acrylic is very fake!

Brights or Darks - Brights! But I do like to wear darks from time to time too! 

Flower or No Flower - No Flower? I don't get this question? Is it flower nail art? Sometimes I like flower nail art, but most of the time not? 

Body; 

Perfume or Body Splash - Perfume, it lasts a lot longer!

Lotion or Body Butter - Body Butter as it feels much nicer

Body Wash or Soap - Body Wash because it's a lot easier to use.

LUSH or Another Bath Company - LUSH, it's just beautiful!

Fashion;

Jeans or Sweat Pants - Jeans (Can I pick tights instead?) I only ever wear tights! :)

Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve - Short Sleeve, long sleeves get too hot!

Dresses or Skirts - Dresses, much easier to work with. Skirts are too hard to wear (on me)

Stripes or Plaid - Plaid, much more classy!

Flip Flops or Sandals - Flip Flops, easier to slip on, plus I love how casual they are!

Scarves or Hats - Scarves, big fluffy ones in the winter! Super soft and super cuddly!

Studs or Dangly Earrings - Dangly, on nights out, it's pretty much the only time I wear earrings.

Necklaces or Bracelets - Bracelets, they just look so pretty when layered up on your wrists!

Heels or Flats - Flats, easier to walk in and very rarely hurt.

Cowboy Boots or Riding Boots - Cowboy Boots, they just look very fun and rustic! 

Jacket or Hoodie - Hoodie, so comfy!

Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe - Forever 21? I've never heard of Charlotte Russe, it must be an American thing!

Abercombie or Hollister - Hollister? I'd pick neither but I LOVE Hollister body sprays! 

Saks 5th or Nordstrom - Neither, Never shopped in either!

Hair;

Curly or Straight - Straight on a daily basis, curly on an occasion! 

Bun or Ponytail - Ponytail, buns are too difficult for me!

Bobby Pins or Butterfly Clips - Bobby Pins.

Hair Spray or Gel - Hair Spray, gel feels horrible!

Long or Short - Long, I really don't like short hair (Sorry)

light or Dark - Dark, much more 'homely'

Side Sweep Bangs or Full Bangs - Side Swept, they just look nicer and it's what I've always had. :P

Up or Down - Down, my face is too chubby! I hate my hair up.

Random; 

Rain or Shine - Shine, rain just gets your all wet and uncomfortable!

Summer or Winter - Summer, so warm and happy! Weather doesn't get in your way of having fun!

Autumn or Spring - Autumn, I love wearing orange, browns and reds in Autumn.

Chocolate or Vanilla - Vanilla, it tastes amazing!

East Coast or West Coast - The only question where I can't decide! East has Florida and New York - West has California! So BOTH! Mwhahahahahahaha! 

I hope you enjoyed this! Seen as how I wasn't tagged to do this, I don't feel as though I can tag other people to do it too, but I'd love to read your responses! So if any of you decided to do this, or if you've done it in the past, comment down below with a link to your post so I can read your answers! Thanks for taking your time to read this post and remember to follow on GFC and Blog Lovin' so you don't miss out on future posts! <3

Be happy, Be beautiful and Be YOU!

Ellie, xx

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Fun, Fun, Fun!

Recently I've been going in and out of lush and always seeing these products called "fun" (RRP: £5). They're always in these strong "Crayola" colours of red, green, yellow, pink and blue. But the colours are always putting me off looking at them, so I continue to keep walking past. I got home one night and looked up what this "fun" stuff is. They're suppose to be used as a shampoo, a shower gel, a bubble bath and a plasticine?! What? Yes! It's like a mouldable safe clay for children to play with in or out of the bath. Now I understand the colour choices, children are drawn to these colours!

However, for Christmas I was given a box set from Lush which included The Olive Branch shower gel, Dream cream, Snowcake soap and some GOLD fun. Yes, that's right GOLD! It looks absolutely b-e-a-utiful and it's the first thing I tried from the box. I pinched a bit off, smelt it and MMM, It smells of "Honey I washed the kids" soap, even better! So far I've only used it twice, both as shower gel and I must say it gets a huge thumbs up from me! It lathers up so well, the scent it give off is powerful yet mouth watering and it definatly does it's job! My skin was left smelling wonderful and I felt fresh. 

Unfortunatly though, this is a Christmas only Fun from Lush (boo hoo). But I can't wait until Christmas for this and will however be stocking up next year as it lasts for 14 months. For now though I guess I will have to be brave and try the others out, even if the colours aren't exactly my choice, the scents are! Vanilla, Lavender and lime, I can't wait! 

Be happy, Be beautiful and Be YOU!

Ellie, xx

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A start to start all starts!

Hello 2014, my names Ellie and this is my blog! 

At this time I don't exactly know where this journey will take me but I do know one thing and that is that it will be fun. My one and only new year resolution is to have fun! If something is getting me down, making be cry or upsetting me, I will forget about it, do something that makes me happy and just be happy! 

Now when I said I only had one new year resolution I kind of lied. It has little sub categories like all the little individual fishes in a school of fish. I love to travel and this year I want to travel more be it in Britain or Europe. It's just fun to travel, explore new places and discover it's little treasures so that's that! Secondly, I would quite like to enjoy running. The thought of running right now just brings with it the idea that everyone will look at me a think 'gosh that fat chick shouldn't be running' but I'm trying not to let what others think invade my life, which bring us to number three, not to let what others think ruin what I want and enjoy to do. It's my life and if I continue to let what others think of me get me down, It won't be much fun. Fourthly, I'd like to read more. I've completely neglected reading the past two years and I miss the adventures books used to take me on and the creations and images they would create in this little brain of mine, and finally, I'd like life to be a little more organised, clean and tidy. As much of a mess my life is, if my bedroom floor is too messy for too long I will freak out, scream, shout and panic until it's cleaned up. So no more shouting from me please!

There you have it, my one new year resolution! 

Have an absolutely amazing 2014 beauts and make it one to remember! 

Be happy, Be beautiful and Be YOU!

Ellie, xx

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