New Nails #21

And that's it; that's my joviality for the day over and done with.

It's not that I'm against Valentine's Day entirely; what girl doesn't love to receive flowers!? But I don't see the point in it, and I hate Valentine's Day cards! Usually I love buying greetings cards for people, but the 'boyfriend' cards are always sooo girly with flowers and teddy bears on, and the mush written inside them... who speaks like that!!?? I long for the year I stumble across a simple red card with the words 'Happy Valentines Day' on the front and 'I Love You' inside.

So, as you've probably gathered, there'll be no big romantic night for me and the boyf. We'll watch a movie (Looper; no mushy stuff) and order a take-away (an Indian; a slight upgrade from the KFC we used to have a few years ago!) and eat heart shaped chocolate lollies (thanks mum!).

All that being said here's my Valentine's Day nails; hehe....

I used Models Own Red Alert; Snow White; 3-in-1 Top Coat, Base Coat and Gloss; and a toothpick. 

And this tutorial for the hearts

February Glossy Box

 

Micabella Cosmetics - Mineral Blush Powder
Mirabella's collection is made of 100% natural mica, a crystal-like mineral. The Mineral Blush Powder offers a beautiful hint of colour and natural glitter that can be applied to the cheeks and temples for a healthy translucent glow. With excellent coverage, SPF15 protection and that ultimate staple of youth: a healthy natural blush.
RRP: £34.95 / 9g

Voulez-Vous - Warming Body Oil
Rich in natural ingredients, this warming body oil can be applied on any part of the body. Formulated in various aromas, each giving a specific effect. The skin gets smoother, the muscles relax, time passes.... the atmosphere electrifies!
RRP: £20 for set of 6

MeMeMe Cosmetics - FatCat Lengthening Mascara
Create lashes full of volume and alluring depth with MeMeMe's best-selling FatCat formula. The whiskered brush provides purrrfect eye catching results every time, making this an absolute must-have for Valentine's Day!
RRP: £7.00 / 8ml

Helen E Cosmetics - Moisturising Lipstick
If you love your lipstick, you'll fall in love with Helen E's creamy, moisturising range of natural and vibrant colours. Use alone of with a Helen E lip pencil to shape and define your lips, creating that perfect sultry Valentine's look.
RRP: £8.00 / 3.5g

Narciso Rodriguez - for her l'eau
A cult product among beauty insiders and particularly popular with Brides. Narciso Rodriguez For Her gets a sexy, edgy update. This version of the classic, feminine fragrance is launching nation-wide this month. A modern and sensual fragrance, for her l'eau forgoes the traditional citrus and blends a symphony of floral top notes with a 'heart of musk', making it the perfect sultry scent for Valentine's Day.
RRP: £23.00 / 30ml; £46.00 / 50ml; £66.00 / 100ml

Models Own - Heart Shaped Lollypop

Venice Catch-Up

I've just realised, whilst having a read back through my blog (sometimes I forget it's even me!), that I never shared any of my Venice photos. I went back in November for my birthday; I'm trying to make 'going away for a few days for my birthday' a yearly occurrence, the boyf never knows what to get me as a gift so this is ideal. Last year we went to Rome, the year before that Paris...

I'd asked for a new camera for Christmas, and Father Christmas was *ever* so kind to loan me the camera to go to Venice; on the condition I sent it straight back to him (via Mother, of course) as soon as I got back!

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS

We had so much fun in Venice; we drank too much Prosecco; ate too many pizzas; and walked I don't know how many miles in, on two days, freezing fog - but I would go back tomorrow if I could. It is a, scenically, amazing place to visit. Couldn't recommend it enough.

Anyway, on with a small snippet of some of my favourite pictures; I took over 800 photos! Trust me when I say this is a snippet! Enjoy!