The Carrie Files #10

We've hit the 10 mark...that's double figures my Carrie loving viewers!



Another look from the opening credits of the first movie. I love this look for the tailored pieces, boyish yet still a feminine tweak. Although you can't see it in this picture, she is actually wearing a simple peep toe shoe in this scene.


Shirt: Topshop £34.99
Waistcoat: All Saints £75
Tie: Vivienne Westwood £60
Trousers: Asos £40
Shoes: Asos £25
Bag: New Look £7.99


I chose the designer tie as a nod to the wedding dress Carrie is given in the movie, yet if you were going for the exact look, then any black tie would do. I also chose the sheer blouse as it's more in style right now.

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

Bag Books: One Day

One Day by David Nicholls

This book has received so much hype and as the movie is coming out, I thought I'd read it before I go see it.

So, first off, I'd like to say how pleasing on the eye I find the cover and first few pages. Decorative without trying too hard and at the beginning of each part, the book is split into five, you're met with a nice quote, relevant to each part of the characters lives.

The story follows Emma and Dexter's lives over 20 years on the 15th July, which is where the book gets it's title, One Day. At first I did think, based on the movie trailers, that it was 'One Day' as in 'One Day I'll get him, he'll be my husband etc.'
I find the way it's written, switching between points of view, refreshing, and written in a way that doesn't confuse the reader.

It's a such a cliche but it is a roller coaster of emotions and you feel like you've known Em & Dex, Dex & Em for a long time, pretty much as long as the book spans really.

Without spoiling it, it is a sad ending and my jaw literally dropped when I read it, then I stared at the page whilst tears pricked my eyes, then I re-read the last paragraph to make sure I had interpreted it correctly.

This is a great story, one that will definately leave you gripped.

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

I haven't had this reaction to a book since I read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on it's release day.

The Carrie Files #9

The look this time is from my favourite episode of Sex and the City: I heart NY. This episode is also the first time I fell in love with shoes, seriously, how can you not love those Louboutins?






Dress: New Look £39.99
Coat: Asos £120.00
Necklace: See previous Carrie Files.
Shoes: Shoes of Prey

Shoes of prey is such a good website, you can create a designer look shoe at the fraction of the price, hence using it to recreate those beautiful shoes!
I chose a kimono coat to keep the look up to date.
I love that dress.

I'm going to watch this episode again.

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

Warm or Cool?

Unsure of what your under tone is? Well I'm going to give you a couple of tips to figure out what tone you are. Simple tests that will barely take five minutes. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.


Test #1

Look at the veins on your inner wrist. Are they more blue or more green? If you see your veins as blue you have a cool skin tone and if you see them as more green then you have a warm skin tone.

Test #2

This is the jewelry test. Do you look better in silver toned jewelry or gold? If you're not sure ask a friend or parent. If you look better wearing silver toned jewelry then you have a cool skin tone, if you look better in gold then you have a warm skin tone.

Test #3

This test isn't that accurate, but if you're more likely to burn than tan then you have a cool skin tone, and vice versa.


I hope that helps you in your future choices.


Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

Man Products: Lynx Dry Dark Temptation

What they say:

PREMATURE PERSPIRATION CAN BE CONTROLLED!

LYNX DRY FULL CONTROL, THE BRAND NEW 48 HOUR ANTI-PERSPIRANT FROM LYNX, AIMS TO STAMP OUT A PROBLEM THAT HAUNTS MEN ALL OVER BRITAIN – PREMATURE PERSPIRATION.

IF YOU'VE EVER HAD YOUR CONFIDENCE SHATTERED WHILST TALKING TO AN ATTRACTIVE WOMAN BY UNCONTROLLABLE, EMOTION-TRIGGERED SWEATS, THEN HELP IS AT HAND WITH LYNX DRY: FULL CONTROL.

DESIGNED WITH HOT ENCOUNTERS IN MIND, THE NEW ANTI-PERSPIRANT ALLOWS GUYS TO TAKE CONTROL, PROTECTING THEM FROM UNWANTED WETNESS FOR UP TO 48 HOURS, LEAVING THEM DRY, CONFIDENT AND READY FOR ACTION.

REGAIN YOUR CONFIDENCE AND TAKE CONTROL WITH LYNX DRY: FULL CONTROL.

What he says:

Compared to other dry bodysprays, it's the only one that keeps me dry without producing a weird gunky feeling, but the downside is, if I put it on too thoroughly it tends to itch when it dries. The smell is nice and smooth and doesn't attack the back of my throat.

What I say:

I think this deodorant smells divine, far nicer than most, but then you can never go wrong with Lynx. Dark Temptation smells like chocolate, I'm sure we all remember the advert for it, the chocolate man walking down the street, oddly resembling Russell Howard. This deodorant lasts, just like they say it does. Like I've said, it smells divine, and every male relative that has used this loves it. It also keeps your wallet happy, as the range is high in quality but low in price.

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

Bag Books: Dealing with Dragons

Dealing with Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede

This is the first book in The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, and I would say that it's generally aimed at pre-teens/teenagers, but I don't see why that should stop anyone reading it.

The story follows Princess Cimorene (pronounced Chi-mor-een, according to Google Translate) who is bored with her traditional royal life, and what's deemed as "proper", in common terms, she's a tomboy. So, she runs away to live with dragons.

These aren't typical dragons, they're not seemed as evil. These are clever dragons, logical, each has their own characters.

There is a wonderful undercurrent of humour running through this book, and a great use of language. The characters could be fleshed out, though I imagine this happens over the course of the books, but I find the characters very likeable.

The advantage of this being a book aimed at teenagers, is that it's not overly complicated. you can simply read, put it down and pick it back up without too much thought of who-what-when-where-how-when?

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo

Test Subject: Blistex Rasberry Lemonade Blast

What they say:

Blistex Raspberry Lemonade Blast moisturizes, protects and refreshes lips with a tantalizing fruit blend.

Super-Smooth Moisturization: Raspberry Lemonade Blast is fortified with anti-oxidant vitamins C & E and rich moisturizers to quench your lips. It's a smooth-gliding balm that leaves lips feeling protected and totally juicy.

Refreshing Flavor Sensation: Raspberry Lemonade Blast is a mouthwatering combination of two tasty fruit flavors. Luscious raspberries and sweet lemonade deliver an explosion of flavor. It's as delicious as it is effective.

Sun Protection/Sun Alert: Raspberry Lemonade Blast provides SPF 15 protection. Limiting sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreens may reduce the risks of skin aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects of the sun.

What I say:

I recieved a free sample of this lip balm in the post from 'liking' their Facebook page. Being such a lover of lip balm I was very excited to try this one out.

As soon as I opened it I couldn't help sniff it and it smells divine, like summer, fizzy but not over powering. I think it smells like sweets. Once you apply it, it goes on so creamily, silky and smooth. This lip balm even tastes great, so much that I can't help but lick my lips, repeatedly.

This lip balm has left my lips softer and in better condition than before. It doesn't leave your lips feeling greasy, unlike most other lip balms.

This lip balm is perfect for any hand bag, any pocket, any purse, and I shall be using it repeatedly. I am wondering what my fiance's reaction will be when I kiss him, I think that this will be one that he'll actually like.

Peace, love and all that jazz. xo