Oh I do love a good hand on hip pose! (OUTFITS OF 2012)

I thought I'd follow suit and do an 'Outfits of 2012' post. As I was collecting images I realised, I am one of those hand on hip girls, but in fairness it slims out my bingo wings!

All of these photos have been taken with either a Blackberry or iPhone camera at my student house in the kitchen, glamourous 'ey ;) Also note that all of these are 'going out' outfits, I don't dress like that for everyday!

Outfit 1

Leotard/body - Primark

Cross shorts - Missguided

Shoes - H&M

Outfit 2

Top - Urban Oufitters

Disco Pants - American Apparel

Shoes - H&M

Outfit 3

Dress - Urban Outfitters

Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Outfit 4

Playsuit - Topshop

Necklace - Dorothy Perkins

Tights - Primark

Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Outfit 5

Top - Topshop

Grey Disco Pants - American Apparel

Shoes - Topshop

Outfit 6

Top - Motel

Belt - Urban Outfitters

Grey Disco Pants - American Apparel

Shoes - Topshop

Outfit 7

Midi dress - H&M

Earrings - Topshop

Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

I have to say my favourite fashion item this year was my black and grey American Apparel Disco Pants!

What was your favourite fashion item of 2012?

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Beauty Resolutions!

Instead of the usual 'lose 10lbs', 'exercise 3 times a week' or 'spending ban' resolutions this year I'm giving myself beauty resolutions.

1. Invest in a good skin care routine

I previously had serve acne which was treated with a course of Accutane. It's still playing up so I've decided to ditch all my different cleansers, moisturisers and spot creams and stick to one brand. I'm undecided between La Roche Posay or Liz Earle. Any recommendations for oily acne prone skin?

2. Finish 1 lipstick, 1 foundation, 1 blusher, 1 eyeshadow

I have a huge box of make-up that I need to make my way through. I want to finish one  lipstick, foundation, blusher and eyeshadow, I figured I could do this in a year, right?

3. Research products before buying

This is my way of spending less, I have a little impulse buy in Boots and never ending up using it as it will break me out, doesn't suit me or isn't suitable for my oily skin.

I'll be using Temptalia  and MakeUpAlley to read reviews.

Do you have any beauty resoultions?

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Christmas Eve && Day OOTD && A Very Merry Christmas

I would like to wish all my followers a very merry Christmas, fill your day with family, friends and good food!

I would also like to thank everyone that has followed me so far, your support means a lot to me.

Just thought I'd quickly show you what I wore out last night, Christmas Eve. As myself and two of my friends have to stay in our student house over Christmas as we all work in retail. We decided to join the locals at Oceana and have a few drinks. It's safe to say I have a sore head today! Here is what I wore...

Embroidery detailed midi dress - H&M

Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell Litas

Earrings - Topshop

Lipstick - 17 Deep Secret

This my outfit for Christmas dinner...

Shirt - H&M sale

Skirt - H&M

Tights - Primark

Belt - Urban Outfitters

Earrings - Primark

Hope you all have a lovely day.

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Carrot Top: L'Oreal Feria in Paprika Power Review

I've never really done a hair blog post before, to be honest I don't use expensive shampoos and conditioner but I thought I'd do a quick review of my hair dye. I've had ginger hair for just under a year, it began with a ginger brown tint that was done at my local salon and then it got brighter and brighter until I became a carrot top! Flash photography make the colour so bright but it's actually more like the picture below in real life.

L'Oreal's Feria hair dye is my choice, the shade is called Paprika Power. It's has the usual two mixtures, the developer and dye, but you also get a capsule of oil which is meant to keep hair healthy and give shine. I just mix and shake then apply all over and leave for 25 minutes like instructed.

I love the vibrant colour it gives but man, my hair is dry after! It goes come with a medium sized hair conditioner in the box, which you can use two or three times, it does take the edge off the dryness.

I get mine from Boots for about £5 or £6.

Pros

Vibrant colour

Lasts ages without fading

Conditioner included

Good price

Cons

Does smell like chemicals, but most dyes do

Does dry hair

Would I recommend it?

YES!

What's your favourite hair dye?

Love Kat

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Lust List: ASOS, Topshop, Yankee Candle

Topshop Tri Lock Merino Clutch - £48

I loved this green clutch as soon as I saw it on the 'New In' section on the website. I thought this would be a nice change from black when wearing a dark coloured outfit. Green not your colour? They have a orange and black version too!

Topshop Lace Overlay Flippy Dress - £48

I am a lover of lace and this nude and black dress is no exception. I think this would be a lovely Christmas Day dress, it's dressy but cute.

ASOS Mongolian Fur Jacket - £80, sale for £48

I've wanted a fur coat for ages but one with shaggy long hair, which is impossible to find on the high street! This one from ASOS is on sale from £80 to £48 - BARGAIN! 

Cherries on Snow Yankee Candle - £15.72

I picked up a small sample candle of this scent a few weeks ago, I'm in love! It smells like cherry drops sweets, I need the bigger size jar ASAP!

What are you lusting after?

Love Kat

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After a try, are they worth a second buy? (November Empties)

Benefit Erase Paste Concealer

I have a love/hate relationship with this concealer. It's extremely thick, which makes it great at covering dark circles, but it creases and it doesn't set so it slides around. I have to set this with a touch of power and just touch up every few hours.

Verdict: No repurchase

Estee Lauder Double Wear in 1C1 Shell

I purchased this last year in New York in the shade 1C1 Shell, which is now discontinued :( :( :(

I adore this foundation for nights out so I'm so sad it's gone!

Verdict: Would repurchase if they had the right shade still 

Viktor and Rolf Flowerbomb Perfume

This is my all time favourite perfume, but with a hefty price tag I can't always afford to repurchase. Fingers crossed I receive it as a Christmas present!

Verdict: Repurchase

MAC Eyeshadow in Shroom

I've had this shade for ages and just wanted to use it up this month so I could Back 2 MAC. I would say that it doesn't have as much colour pay off as I would of liked!

Verdict: No repurchase

MAC Studio Fix Fluid in NC15

I've worn this foundation for years and repurchased numerous bottles. It's the perfect foundation for oily skin!

Verdict: Repurchase 

L'Oreal Studio Secrets Anti-Shine Mattifying Primer

This primer is fantastic with all foundations and keeps shine at bay!

Verdict: Repurchase

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