Foundation Hall of Fame

Hello my loves!! I hope you all had an amazing weekend, I know I did. A week on Friday until I am in sunny Barcelona, can't wait for it. I have received emails asking what brands I will be wearing, what do I take with me when I travel so I will be doing a 'what's in my suitcase' post and I have quite a few gems in store! Now on to today, highlight may have became the most important part of make up routines but we all need a good base. I have the who's who of foundations, both high end and high street, I've tried and tested most out there so I've decided to rack up what I like, what I didn't and what I have in mind to buy(hopefully in Barcelona)!! So if you are planning on buying a new foundation, let's get started..

GIORGIO ARMANI LUMINOUS SILK
After using this for the first time, I don't want to be without it! This foundation is one that has a lot of hype, which doesn't always make it good which I will explain later, but this was worth the hype and more - it's amazing!!! It goes on soo smoothly, it's build able and really does feel like silk as cheesy as it sounds. Its a favourite amongst the Kardashians who wear it with nearly every make up application, especially Kim, but it's also been used on many campaigns and catwalks. It does have a hefty price tag and unless something is worth it, I personally think anything over £25 is unjustifiable for foundation. With that said, this is 100% worth the money, the bottle lasts for ages and I swear once you use it, you won't want to wear ANY other foundation. It can be an everyday foundation for sure as it is build able, but if you would rather keep it for special occasions too, then that's perfectly fine. So guys this is my number 1 high end foundation - flawless!!

ESTEE LAUDER DOUBLE WEAR
As I've mentioned before, I have combination skin. I normally feel my skin can go dryer when the weather changes and like everyone else, when I'm in the heat, my skin needs to hydration! This foundation was hyped up, everyone was raving about it so before I went to Vegas a few years back I bought this as soo many people told me it was fantastic - it so let me down. I was so frustrated that I paid what I did for it and was absolutely disappointed with it. I felt it went on cakey as if my face was dirty, after being on for about an hour, it started going the horrible greasy/shiny way even after applying powder. After trying it that once in Vegas and being let down, I thought I'd try it at home and give it a second chance but again I just didn't like it. Don't get me wrong, I know a few girls who wear it and it looks lovely, but they have the lighter shades so I'm not sure if it's the darker shades that look cakey. I know people still rave about it so I don't want to put anyone off, but for me, I was disappointed with it.

URBAN DECAY NAKED SKIN
I had a sample of this foundation and I was so pleasantly surprised with it that I bought it. Again, it's build able, if I'm having a down day when I can't really be bothered doing a full face, this is what I go to. One layer gives me a nice glow and it's pretty perfect. I'm pretty sure this doesn't have an spf, so just be cautious if you wear it on holiday etc but it really is such a nice foundation. They have a lot of shades with different undertones for whatever your skin needs. I got this for under £20, great price for a higher end product.

MAX FACTOR 3 IN 1
Do you every have one of those days when you really can't be bothered doing all the steps one after another, this foundation makes everything possible in one application. I bought this thinking it would save me time, thinking I would use it on down days but I was pleasantly surprised. It gives my skin a nice glow which I love and a dewy finish. If I ever have a little spot or have the redness after one, this covers it completely without having to use any concealer. It became a favourite in my family with my mum and sister, it's just so good. I went through a stage of using this all of the time. My sister has dry skin and it soothes that so beautifully and has an amazing finish. So happy with this, its one of my number 1 high street foundations, give it a try I know you will all love it girls!!

LOREAL TRUE MATCH
You can go wrong with this foundation, it is absolutely amazing value for money and my other number 1 high street foundation. They have a shade for everyone literally, you can get it in pretty much every country, it's been used on the catwalks and can stand beside any higher end foundation. It's build able, it has great coverage and it lasts all day. I always find myself going back to this one and I'm not mad about it. If your on a budget this is a must, I will forever be obsessed with this!

ILLAMASQUA SKIN BASE
I had a small sample of this foundation some time ago and I loved the finish. You guys know in a huge fan of illamasqua so I'm pretty surprised that I haven't bought a big bottle of this yet, so I'm going to mark this down on my wish list. They have a hall of different shades, you will be stuck for choice and if you are someone who buys a lighter shade but wear darker when you have done your tan, they do give you a little mix which I think is great. I've never been at an illamasuqa stand where they haven't went the extra mile. Great price and even better product!!

MARC JACOBS RE(MARC)ABLE FOUNDATION
This is one for my wish list, I haven't used it before but I've heard nothing but praises for it. So I can't really comment much on this, but when I'm in Barcelona I will be picking up a sample from Sephora to see what I think about it. I am very weary as I'm not the biggest fan of Marc Jacobs perfume so I'm hoping this isn't a let down.

Have you guys tried any of these foundations? What is your favourite foundation, on my list or not? I have only squeezed a few into this post as I could be here all day naming them all and giving my opinion so feel free to ask me about a foundation and I will let you know what I think. I have a new Instagram competition starting soon so stay tuned! Have a great day guys, until next time..

Kx

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May Favourites

Hi guys! Hope everything is good. Apologies for no second post last week, it was my birthday on Thursday so I took a few days away from social media to spend time with the people I love, that's what it's all about really. Thanks to my readers who took the time to wish me well on my birthday also. Now I'm back and I've rounded up my May favourites for you guys so let's get started!

YSL TOUCHÉ ECLAT FOUNDATION

First up I have a new foundation. Now this foundation is for ANY skin type, it's full coverage, has colossal staying power whilst feeling weightless on the skin. I managed to get myself a bottle and I'm so so impressed, it may actually be my new holy grail. Its quite runny, so a little goes a long way. It makes my face look radiant which I love rather than sweaty or shiny. It is a higher end product, I'm sure boots have it just now at £32.50 so it is pretty expensive but the bottle will last forever. However I have a little tip for you guys. My friend works with YSL and their beauty counters have little sample bottles so even go to your nearest counter and ask for a sample. The bottle is actually a good size and as I said the foundation is quite runny so the sample would last about 3 weeks. Always ask at these counters for the samples especially if you are going to pay a fair amount for something. With that said, I know this foundation will be a hit with you all, it seriously is amazing!

SUNKISSED ONCE A WEEK TAN

Now you guys know I'm all about the fake glow. I've tried pretty much every tan out there from the high end to the high street. I buy sunkissed from superdrug, I've always been a fan of the brand however for everyone asking, over the last few months I've been using the once a week tan and I can do nothing but sing its praises! It has the staying power you need for the week and doesn't fade off the patchy way which I'm sure you girls can relate to. It doesn't have the biscuity smell, the smell is actually quite pleasant! It has a guide colour to ensure a streak free application, it leaves you with a beautiful natural glow, seriously it's absolutely amazing!! I think it was like £5 or something so it's 100% purse friendly. I've got tan in my collection that I've paid £40 for and it couldn't stand beside this. Obsessed with this, will be glowing in this in Barcelona next month.

MAKE UP REVOLUTION BRONZER, HIGHLIGHT AND BLUSHER

I picked up this little palette last month and have been putting it to the test. Again I have all the who's who of contour palettes and I've been pleasantly surprised with this one. The bronzer is a dupe for Benefits hula, the highlight is similar to the Mary Lou and the blusher compliments both very well. You can get them in different shades, I have the darker one just because I'm normally tan but I'm going to get the lighter ones for down days when I'm a bit paler. I'm actually going to do a superdrug haul on Friday because there is so many brands which are actually fantastic and even though they are cheap in price, they can stand beside the high end brands. Anyway, this gets a thumbs up, I think I paid about £3 for this or something, absolute bargain!

NYX LIP LINGERIE

I've spoke about NYX before and you guys know I absolutely love the brand. The lip creams have forever been a favourite of mine and I'm loving the lip lingeries. They go on so smooth and dry flawlessly. There are a ton of shades so there is one for everyone! They are a god send to the UK, we need to ship from elsewhere to get our ABH or Gerard cosmetics fix but NYX make amazing lip colours possible for us and the prices are so reasonable. I have 'baby doll' and its stunning!! Going to get a few more for my Barcelona glam. I'm including one in my free Instagram giveaway so don't forget to check it out!!! @kerryobyrne

Let me know if any of you guys have tried these or if you do! I've been loving these products for the last few months and I think they will be staying for a while!! Have a fantastic day guys, until next time..

Kx

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Summer Essentials Volume 2

Hello my loves! My kitchen will be finished today - woohoo!!! Can't wait to get back to normal living. A few of you have asked for before and after pictures so I will definitely post them up. As I promised, I'm going to do these summer essential posts to introduce you to brands just in time for summer. I'm currently stocking up for Barcelona and will be using these brands. So you have seen volume 1, here is number 2..

STAND OUT IN HOT MIAMI STYLES

Came across this brand a little over a year ago and been hooked ever since! One thing I want to address, I know a lot of girls who go onto ebay and see the latest styles at cheap prices and buy them, but then realize its a very poorly made replica. Hot Miami Styles have the absolute latest styles that you won't find ANYWHERE in the UK and especially not on ebay. The clothes are true to size and look the way they are supposed to. Don't fall into the ebay trap, make sure you are spending your money on quality. I love going on this website and making up a wishlist which I can then purchase after payday. The shipping prices are very reasonable and the clothing prices in general are fantastic. They have absolutely everything covered, you could buy your full vacation wardrobe on this site alone. If you haven't checked them out girls, its a must! I have the website saved on my favourites, obsessed!!!

http://www.hotmiamistyles.com/

@hotmiamistyles

HIT THE BEACH IN JADE CLARK

A few girls have messaged me looking for new, out there bikini's and swimsuits for pool parties and the first person I think of is Jade Clark. I stalk the instagram page, I literally love everything she posts! The bikini's are so different and will definitely separate you from the rest. She has so many different styles and prints you will be spoilt for choice! I just love everything this brand stands for, its quirky, its out there and Jade is a definite trail blazer in fashion. I'm going to buy a piece for Barcelona once I decide what will go with my red hair. She doesn't just do swimwear, she does clothing as well. Could go on about this brand until the cows come home but I think Jades work more than speaks for itself. All the amazing-ness you could wish for, check her out girls!!

https://marketplace.asos.com/boutique/jade-clark

@littleegg1991

MAKE A STATEMENT IN SUPER SAVAGE

Pretty new to this brand, but I love, love, love what they stand for. Such an innovative brand making a statement. Its like your thoughts on clothes, they are fabulous! You guys know my style by now, I love all things different and out there and these guys definitely have my vibe. Not sure how long they have been around for but I know they are going to be huge! Their hats are perfect for a bad hair/stay out of my way kind of day. Prices are great, clothing even better. Check them out!!

http://supersavage.bigcartel.com/

@supersavage.co.uk

WALK IN SARENZA

Wanted to squeeze this in to conclude. I love this website, I think they have something for all ages which not a lot of others do, they normally target one age group. Obviously you pull out the heels and wedges for night time, but during the day when your on holiday you want comfort. I normally wear a pair of flip flops or slip ons, but for example, the flip flops that go in between your big toe and 2nd toe, aren't my mums cup of tea. But whenever we order from this website, we always find styles for us both. Their range is fantastic and the prices are more than reasonable depending on the brand. They do heels as well which I also love. A definite option for holiday footwear, have a look! 

http://www.sarenza.co.uk/

@sarenza

There you have it guys, my volume 2! What brand above appeals to you the most? Also, what piece of clothing, including footwear, do you think is a must have to take on vacation? I would love to know! Have an amazing weekend guys, until next time!

Kx

Inquiries/Collabs/Emails - kerryobx@hotmail.com 

Cop The Red Carpet - Billboard Music Awards

Hi my loves! Another day, another dollar right?! I'm in the middle of getting my kitchen ripped out and re-modelled so my house if you can imagine, is chaos - everything is everywhere, mini kitchen set up in the living room and what not so please excuse the fact I will be MIA, my wifi sometimes disconnects also which is a pain! Anyway, I made sure I watched the Billboard music awards red carpet so I could report back to you guys! As always, there was the fantastic and the foul, so lets have a look..

Starting off my best dressed, I have none other than Miss Zendaya! She wore next season Calvin Klein and doesn't she look bomb?! Love everything about this, the two piece fitted her body like a glove. I am crazy about the top, I think us small bust girls may have found a look which makes them look good right?! Its what I expected from Zendaya, she very rarely fouls on the carpet. Head to toe amazing-ness!! Love, loved it!!

Next up, pull through Kelly Rowland! I must admit, Kelly was never my favourite band member, but I think as the years have went on, she has came into her own a bit. This dress is insane!!!! The hair was perfect for it, just another perfectly executed look. The dress gave her the most enviable shape, Kelly for sure was my best dressed over all, I couldn't get over it once I seen her. **Applause**

Now do they not look like the most bad ass slayin' girl group alive at the moment???! Well, when your dressed by Michael Costello, I don't think you are going to do anything but slay! Head to toe these girls looked amazing, I love the fact they all had a different style of dress but they complimented each other so well. Plus, you guys know how much I love black, they are just amazing! Killing it ladies, Fifth Harmony is in town!!

Its different from her norm, but Rihanna looked flawless as expected. She wore a vintage Thierry Mugler dress with Manolo Blahnik mules. Again, the whole look was executed so well and I love the colour on her. Its a colour that probably wouldn't work with the average person, but this is Rihanna. The shoes are my favourite part, totally obsessed with them. Dear Santa, if you are reading, please drop a pair of these down the chimney :)!!! ..

Now this is a tricky one. I love all of Demi's look, minus the bodysuit. I think the lace part throws the look off. I know she is trying to go for the rock chick look, but I really don't think it works. I feel like a bralet on its own would have been better. That aside, I think she looks great in Chanel, the pant suit is a good look on her, so other than the bodysuit - she gets a thumbs up from me. Happy to see gloves back on the carpet!

I couldn't NOT mention the host, here she was wearing Phillip Plein. If you look back on my blog, I'm pretty sure Ciara has been featured in all of my red carpet favourites. Her body is absolutely off the scales, calves for days and the confidence she has for her body is so admirable. She could show up in her night gown and still look this amazing. Head to toe goddess!!

Starting off my worst dressed, 'its Britney b*tch'. Come on, does she still think this is in style?? She has been rocking this circus get up for years now and its so so so tired. Its a shame because now when I see her on carpets, I'm bored. She doesn't give me life, she puts me to sleep. I know her ride or dies will probably love this look but its 2016 and she isn't working the Vegas strip. If you've got it, flaunt it, but we've seen enough of it..

It pains me to include Jessica in my worst pile, especially when she is in Zuhair Murad, but I hated this combo. I see this look at the weekends in Glasgow - not glamorous in the slightest and I don't think it suits her in any way. Maybe its just my taste, but I don't think thigh highs go well with skater skirts. I'm not trying to say she is old, but I don't think the looked worked with her age either. Its like school disco if you get me? I love Jessica on the carpets but they got it wrong. Hoping she will revive herself next time!

I was so torn with this look. I like the suit, I hate the shoes and the tie. The black tie is so random, personally I would have opted out, because I think she looks like a bull fighter with it. The shoes are hideous, the colour does go with the embroidery on the suit but I would have liked a different style. I'm surprised that this is the way her stylist dressed a Gucci pant suit. I know Kesha's look normally is quite out there, and I'm so happy to see her back on the carpets, I just really feel like it could have been done better.

I have no idea who dressed David Guetta, but he looks like he has just crawled out of a bin somewhere. It wasn't a good look at all. I'm not saying he had to wear the full get up suit, but just something a bit more clean and polished especially when he is walking the carpet. Wasn't a fan of the hair being tied back either. Underwhelmed with him!

So who was your best & worst dressed?! Get in touch! Have an amazing day guys!

Kx

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Cop The Red Carpet - Cannes

Hi loves! The Cannes film festival is underway, it kicked off on the 11th of May and will run until the 22nd. The looks we have seen this year have been spectacular, so here is my favourites so far..

LOTTIE MOSS

I've always loved red on the red carpet and Lottie brought me all the red goodness I hoped for. Such an elegant look, I love the whole look head to toe. There's something about Cannes, I love the blue skies and palm trees in the background. It was the perfect length too and the train was just enough to be effective. Love this, clean and elegant -YES!

DARIA STROKOUS

All of the amazing-ness coming from Daria on day 6. She has the ideal body for a dress like this and that goes without saying. I love the colour and the design and it fits her body like a glove. She has definitely redeemed herself from last year with the purple fluffy disaster. One of my best looks of the day for sure!!

KENDALL JENNER

Can't NOT mention the biggest model of the moment right?! Everything about this look was done to a T. I've always loved how natural Kendall is with her make up, not that she isn't wearing a lot of it, but she doesn't go with a heavy contour, her eyes are always the focal point, and her skin looks dewy and flawless. I love Kendall walking the carpets but I hate it at the same time, its soul destroying how well she slays. If I had to be super picky and choose something that is wrong with it, the earrings could maybe have been a bit shorter especially as its a high neck dress.

ARAYA HARGATE

At first I was like, is this the most fabulous bed sheet you have seen, but after she hit the pose it was pull through miss Araya! I love this dress!!! This is what you want to see at Cannes!! The colours complimented her so well, the top of the dress was just as amazing as the bottom, and her hair and make up was faultless. My best dressed of day 4!

BLAKE LIVELY

Blake is my best dressed overall so far at the festival. Every single outfit she has wore has been absolutely faultless. From dress to jumpsuit, she has been a true show stopper. Obsessed with her, she can do no wrong. If I had to pick a favourite, it would be this dress but even at that, I have loved everything she has wore. 10/10 Blake, knock it out the park!

CHRIS LEE

My first worst dressed is 100% going to be Chris Lee and her look from day 4. I've went on the record many times and said how I love black on the red carpets but this was a monstrosity! Bin bag comes to mind, infact bin in general! Horrible on all levels. I think a different material and a more sleek dress with the deep plunge would have been all the vamp goodness I love, but this is horrid. Don't know who dressed her, perhaps the visually impaired! 

CHLOE SEVIGNY

I'm literally just going to leave this here. I'm lost for words if I'm being perfectly honest, I think little bo peep may have lost her sheep... and style!!!!!!!

XIAO WEN JU

For the first time, I want you guys to leave your comments on how you think Xiao dressed. I love hearing what you have got to say, be a fashion critic like myself for the day. Best or worst dressed?! Write below!! 

Until next time guys..

Kx

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Summer Essentials - Volume 1

Hi loves! Have all my UK readers been enjoying the sun the last few days? Glasgow has been a bit nuts with the little bit of sun we had. Its quite cloudy today but hopefully not for long! Now I was asked by a few of you what I will have for the summer, what brands are hot and what my must haves are. So I thought I would do a few posts over the next couple of weeks and break up essentials for the summer. So lets start with vol 1..

WEAR YOUR SUNSCREEN

First off, I wanted to mention the importance of protecting your skin. Now I love being tan, I know its a big deal to most, but mine is all fake. I'm not going to start a lecture here but you all know what the sun rays can do to your skin. Sunbathing is totally fine as long as you protect your skin. You don't want to age yourself too quickly with leathery skin. There are a thousands of sunscreens out there, but here are a few that I have. Be smart guys!

                        

ACCESSORIZE WITH LOVEHAYLEYBETH

I've mentioned before that jewlery will just be as important as your bikini's this summer and one accessory you must have is from Hayley. I was sent this 'major key' necklace which is super cute, it has my initial and Deans - obsessed with it! Not to scare off the single ladies, Hayley personalizes all of her necklaces to your preference. If your a little witchy/vamp like me, I absolutely love the stars and skulls. She has pretty much everything to suit everyone and they are all fabulous. Hayley has instagram which I will link below but also you can buy your necklace via depop, all prices are shown there. You can wear the necklaces a bit tighter to give a choker look which looks amazing with bikini's. I'm going to buy another for my Holiday in July! Super sweet and talented girl, check her out!!

depop.com/lovehayleybeth

@lovehayleybeth

GET YOUR SWEAT ON WITH ROOTS OF FIGHT

If your a workout freak like me, summer doesn't stop your flow! Even when on holiday, I always squeeze a little hour in at the gym. There is a lot of brands out there which are gym worthy, but sweat never looked so good in roots of fight. Their clothes are so different, there is no brand like them here in the UK which makes them stand out. Wether you are a boxing, martial arts or baseball fan, they have something for everyone. I love seeing girls rocking the brand, I don't think there is anything more badass! Seen on celebrities like The Rock, Ronda Rousey and my favourite wrestler of all time Mark Calaway(The Undertaker), just to name a few. Obsessed with this brand and so happy they ship to the UK. I love going on their website and seeing whats new, I shamelessly have them on my favourites list on Instagram. I know what we will be reppin' in the gym!! Seriously guys, they are worth the shipping, love them!

www.rootsoffight.com

@rootsoffight

                                     

MAKE A STATEMENT IN GO GUY REWORKED

You heard it here first, this brand is going to sky rocket to the top! Now I've mentioned before how old brands like Ellesse and Fila are making their come back. Can I just say, when I was at school, you were ridiculed for wearing these brands, now its in style - mind blowing! Anyway, these reworked pieces are absolutely out of the park! You will NOT find anything like this on the high street, so if you want to make a statement at pool parties and stand out from every other girl at the pool, these are a must. There are so many designs, each one as amazing as the next. Sophie is very talented and her work speaks for itself. Could go on all day about this brand, but I feel like her page does it enough justice. Ps, I love how the models aren't all polished and primed, they are a little alt and out there - pull through ladies! Check it out!!

www.goguyreworked.com/

@goguyreworked

That's all for this post guys! I have a lot more on their way. Don't forget to check these out, they are all so worth it! If you had to pick something, what would be one thing you couldn't go on holiday without??! Let me know! Have a great weekend guys, until next time..

Kx

Inquiries/Collabs/Emails - kerryobx@hotmail.com