10 Christmas looks for under €50

Hiii and Happy December!!! :)

Below, I have chosen 10 pieces for your winter wardrobe all for under €50!
Everything from jumpsuits to the perfect LBD.
I hope you find something to add to your wardrobe this season or at least some inspiration for the perfect Christmas party outfit! Enjoy x

This glittery jumpsuit from H&M is the perfect piece for nearly any occasion this season, from Xmas parties to Christmas Day it will even take you through to New Years parties for the amazing price of only €29.99.

Available HERE!

We all need an LBD during the Christmas season and this dainty drop waist number is the perfect go to dress, available from H&M for only €39.99  HERE!

This classic play suit from Mango is a staple piece to have in your winter wardrobe, it is a simple piece which allows for a variety of accessorizing and is perfect if you like to cover up the arms but still show a bit of skin. It is available HERE!  for €39.95

 If you are looking for a long dress then this elegant long sleeved black number from Zara is for you, available HERE! for only €39.95

This little silver number from Zara is perfect for dancing the night away and is available HERE! for €39.95

You can't go wrong with a sequin number for the festive season, this sexy little black dress is available HERE! from Forever 21 for €34.

This  gorgeous festive red maxi is also available from Forever 21 HERE! for an amazing €28!

I Love this deep red jumpsuit from Forever 21, also only €28 and available HERE!

This knitted two piece from Boohoo can be dressed up or down throughout the Christmas season. Top €14 and skirt €16 available on boohoo.com

This final piece is a little white cut-out dress from missguided, currently on sale for an Amazing €16.80!

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

Lots of Love,

SassieDoll 

xXxXX

BEAUTY...Bare Minerals BareSkin Foundation

Have any of you tried the new BareMinerals liquid foundation? It is sooooo nice! I got a sample a few days ago and I LOVE it!!! So I decided to do a little review on it. It is such a silky smooth texture and is so light on your skin. BareMinerals foundations are usually in a powder form which I find quite difficult to apply and blend so when I heard they were releasing their first liquid mineral foundation I couldn't wait to get my hands on it.

What makes it so special?
It is a mineral foundation and brightening serum in one. And even better, it also has SPF 20 so I will defo be picking up a bottle before my Holidays next week. Another reason I love it, it has a coconut-derived base and some of you might know from reading my posts recently that I have a new found obsession with coconut oil and coconut based products. It is just so good for your skin, hair and over all health. Another great thing about this foundation is that it comes in 20 different shades so you will be nearly guaranteed to find the perfect match for your skin. And I can't stress enough the flawless look and feel this make-up has when you re applying it! And if you are in need of a new brush, BareMinerals have also released a new perfecting face brush to go hand in hand with the new BareSkin foundation. I would definitely recommend purchasing this foundation or ask your local branch for a sample to test it out first to ensure you get the correct color and are happy with it before purchasing! I even wore a thin layer to the gym the other day just to see how light weight it really is and it felt so light, looked natural and I didn't have any breakouts afterwards so for anyone who doesn't feel confident going to the gym bare faced then I would recommend trying a thin application of this.

Above Left: Me wearing BareSkin foundation straight after a workout and Above Right: Me wearing BareSkin foundation to work.

Lots of Love
SassieDoll
xXx

My Fitness Journey: Week 1

As a teenager I was always very slim and never really had to worry about weight until I reached my twenties. I used to fluctuate between a size 8 to 10 until I reached about age 22/23. Over the past couple of years I have gained quite a bit of weight and have noticed my confidence slip a lot. My dream is to eventually start doing some 'What i wore' posts and personal style features on the blog. Since my background and passion are in fashion design, styling and buying it seems strange that I don't really feature my own style on SassieDoll. however this has been a bit of an issue for me since I gained weight over the last 2 years. I recently found out I have an under active thyroid and this causes weight gain and tiredness which as a young woman in your 20's these are two things that nobody wants that can really affect you. I used to love working out as well and now I had only been to the gym for a couple of months throughout the past year which I suppose some of this can also be put down to the lack of energy I've had. I can't blame it all on my thyroid either though as I am a complete Chocolate addict :P So I just thought it was about time I shared this with you all...

Anyway, you may have noticed the fact that I don't do any personal style posts and this is because I have lost a lot of my confidence and I keep saying 'When I lose weight I will start posting more pics of myself and my style for my followers' but 10 months later I have decided why keep waiting...instead I am going to start sharing my weight loss journey with you all and hopefully this will keep me motivated to keep going not only for myself but for whoever wants to follow my journey too. I am now on medication to regulate my Thyroid, however the doctor said I will still lose weight at a slower pace than an average person so I guess I am just gonna have to work super hard!!!

Above: Me as a slimmer teenager (about 16 )

Just over a week ago I was in Kilkenny with my boyfriend, the hotel we were staying in had a lovely big gym and pool area so my boyfriend convinced me to hit the gym with him. I actually had anxiety about going because I hadn't worked out in so long. But this was the first time after months of saying 'I'll start on Monday' and never really committing, that something just clicked, I felt so good after the workout and enjoyed every minute and my mind frame finally began to change. So the day after we got home, I rang my gym to see how long I had left on my membership (they said 3 months) so I made the decision to start back straight away.

Above: My Boyfriend bought me these new runners to get me started :)

Over the past week I went to the gym 4 days. I did mostly cardio and then at home have done some arm weights and squats but I will build up my weight training over the next few weeks. I also started bringing my lunch to work, I made salad at home and mixed it with pine nuts and a chicken breast marinated in lemon and herbs. And dinner has mostly been chicken with veg or brown rice. Each week from now on I will do an updated health post to share my progress, success and struggles with you all. And as I get into a routine that is working for me I will share more detailed work outs and diet plans :)

Above: Some of my lunches in work this week

I can't wait to start seeing some results over the next few months. I would love to hear any of your weight loss tips, goals or success stories, or if like me, you suffer from an under active thyroid then get in touch and share your journey with me because I find following other peoples journeys on instagram and other blogs super motivating :)
Contact me: sassiedoll@outlook.com

I find this pic of Vicky from Geordie Shore Super Motivating :)

Lots of Love,
SassieDoll
xXxXx

Above: Me getting ready for my first day back at the gym :/

BEAUTY: My Top 3 Summer Foundations...

Hi there :)

Here is a brief review and break down of my top 3 foundations for the summer. I have been trying to find something with lighter coverage and a light weight feel for during the summer and I want something that is still long lasting throughout the day in work. I'm still not sure if I have found the PERFECT summer foundation yet for my skin but these 3 are coming pretty close (especially the Rimmel one) so I thought I'd share them with you...Enjoy xXx

1. RIMMEL - WAKE ME UP FOUNDATION

I only tried this foundation recently for the first time and it is probably my favorite out of the three that I am talking about today for a good, summer, long lasting, day wear foundation. It has a really light, smooth texture on the skin which is perfect for the hotter days so you are not left feeling like your skin is trapped under a layer of foundation in the heat. It gives a gorgeous dewy glow to the skin as well which I love. I have wore this one to work the last couple of weeks and a few people have complimented it and said it looks very natural. Another great selling point for this as a perfect summer foundation is that it contains SPF15 so it is ideal for wearing during the day when you are out and about to protect your skin. The best part, it is so affordable at only €10.99 in Boots.I currently have this foundation in Soft Beige 200. The shade is ideal for a more natural look with little to no tan however it is a bit too light for me when I am wearing a bit of tan so next time I'll be picking up the next shade darker.

2. MAYBELLINE - DREAM SATIN LIQUID

I first tried this foundation a couple of years ago and loved the finish it leaves on your skin. It has a lovely smooth coverage and as it says on the bottle it gives a 100% Pore-less look and an Airbrush finish. I chose this as one of my fave Summer foundations because it is a really light silky feel on the skin and the shades it comes in have a perfect golden under tone for blending with a tan. The only problem I have with this foundation is that it is not that long lasting and I find during the summer your make-up tends to wear off quicker due to the heat and oils so it's not great if you have to go work in somewhat warm conditions for more than 4 hours or so. But otherwise it is a lovely foundation and again very affordable at €11.99 in Boots.

3. MAC - MINERALIZE  FOUNDATION

I have only recently tried a sample of this foundation as a few girls I know have been wearing it and it looks gorgeous and glowing on them. I have wore it the last two days and it has a gorgeous summer glow and again it is a light weight feel on the skin. Another great thing is that like the Rimmel foundation, MAC mineralize has SPF 15 in it and is very moisturizing on the skin. My only negative about this foundation is that I tend to have an oily T-zone and after wearing this foundation for a couple of hours I found my skin looking quite oily rather than glowy. However I know girls who wear it all day in work and it is gorgeous. So I suppose it just depends on your skin type! I think it is around €37.50 in BT2 and Brown Thomas stores.

So there you go, My Top 3 Foundations for Summer 2014!

If I find any better in the mean time I'll be sure to update you. Also if you have any favorite Summer foundations then defo let me know so I can try them out...I'm always on the look out for new products!

Lots of Love 

SassieDoll 

xXxXx

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REVIEW AND COMPETITION: 'It Works' Body Wraps!

Hi Girls,

I have never done a weight loss post before but I was sent this body wrap by Lisa Berigan at 'It Works' Body Wraps to try out and review so here it is...

First of all before I explain how to use the wrap etc I will let you know my results, I wore one wrap for 45 mins and I took my measurements directly before and after using it and I had lost half an inch! Half an inch in 45 mins...Amazing! The wrap continues to work for up to 72 hours after use provided you drink plenty of water and eat well so I took my measurements again 72 hours later and my final results were, I lost 1 inch off my stomach! Delighted :)

So, How does it Work?!
The wrap applicator offers a natural, botanically based formula that continuously hydrates your skin to achieve firmer, smoother more youthful-looking skin and helps to reduce the appearance of cellulite. You can use the wrap on any area of the body that you wish and you can continue to use them numerous times to achieve your desired results.

Celebrities that have tried these products include Olivia Wilde and Kim Cattrall.

'LIKE' WRAP WITH LISA 64 on Facebook HERE for more information or to order your's now!

We are running a competition on facebook from today for one lucky winner to win a free wrap trial so like and share this post on facebook to be in with a chance of winning and keep an eye out near the end of the week to see if you have won as we will have to choose a different winner if you have not responded within 24 hours! Good Luck!!! :)

Lots of Love,
SassieDoll xXx

FASHION: Sarah Jessica Parker's Shoe Collection

Last week I posted a picture showing a distant glimpse of the much anticipated shoe collection by Sarah Jessica Parker on our facebook page. Well now the fashion icon has released images of the full collection for fashionistas everywhere to feast your eyes on, although it isn't available to purchase until the 28th of Feb.

SJP has said the collection of shoes is inspired by a number of things in her life including classic styles from the seventies and eighties. She said "I'm a firm believer in quality and timelessness and have created this collection with the hopes that women will love wearing it for years to come".

The shoe range has also seen her collaborate with the CEO of designer shoe label Manolo Blahnik, George Malkemus. The collection is only available in Nordstrom stores in America however it will be available for us to buy online at Nordstrom.com with a price range of around €200.

You can have a look at some of the collection below...Enjoy :) xXx