Friday, 31 July 2015

Stella & dot collection


Stella and Dot..so what can I say?? Last Friday I had an opportunity to go view the Stella and Dot collection. I will be honest, I always admired the collection but was dubious about the pricing, as I found it could be quiet expensive, that being said, I had never viewed the collection in person, only online. I never realised the detail that's in their jewellery, not to mention the thought that has gone into each piece.
As I popped into the lovely Leona's for a view and some yummy coffee we oowed and awwwed over every piece (well me mostly)..check out her facebook page here. I mentioned to Leona about the pricing and as she explained and demonstrated each piece, I completely understood why it was priced a little more expensive on some pieces, as these are so versatile, and indeed it was priced correctly for what you were getting. 
Every necklace has unexpected touches and surprises, all if not most can be made to be worn in not one, but a minimum of 3 or even up to 7 ways in some styles, you were getting many necklaces, as opposed to one. Oh and did I mention some were reversible? very clever!
These are the most Multi tasking necklaces I've ever come across, now who doesn't love that?
It was the same story for their beautiful earrings, you had one earring set which could be worn four different ways, where else can you get that???
The quality of each piece was top end, they are beautiful, and I've never seen such versatility in jewellery pieces.
I was definitely sold on every piece, heck I want the whole collection!!! So let me show you a few pieces and demonstrate how some of these pieces work...
Leona had everything displayed beautifully...
A sample of the neckpieces....the third piece can be worn 4 different ways, allow me to show you below!
More beautiful pieces ...and these photos do not do them justice!
Necklaces and pieces that would make any outfit pop!
Can I please reiterate again the brilliance of the quality and detail that's gone into these design
Top left are my two favourite pieces and currently on my wishlist!
All this collection is edgy and this blue gemstone piece above is reversible, offering a completely different looking necklace.
Love these hand cut stones and that colour amazing!
Most definitely a beautiful piece the Belle Necklace is 18 and 1/2 " with a 3" extender and is €89, its amazing on.
Another fantastic piece, lila necklace €69
The marina necklace (which can be worn in reverse) €89
Small Statement necklace known as the Lynx Pearl necklace, this is an edgy piece, love it on and its priced at €69
Loved this piece, wear it casual or dress it up, and also a 2 in 1 neckpiece, priced at €89 but remember ladies ..a 2 in 1 piece!
love this vibrant statement piece, the coral cay necklace reduced to €68.60
One of my favourites which works for its money, this three in one piece the Zuni layering necklace is €98, but worth it considering what you're getting!
Another wow piece, the eclipse pendant necklace, another 2 in 1 and priced at €79
The wanderer necklace is beautiful and vibrant and is priced at €39 which won't break the bank
Adore these Reverie Chandeliers, no words needed, priced at €39.
This Chiara embroidered bracelet, I was completely drawn to it, beautiful on and adjusts to fit any wrist priced at €49
Loved these dainty bracelets, delicate but very well made and beautiful vibrant colours running through them..the voyager arrow cuff is €29
Continuing on from the cuff above, it's match the voyager anchor €29, these are ideal birthday gifts, or for any kind of gift, every girl should have one! Heck just treat yourself
These colours, how amazing are they? Brighten up any outfit..the Colour block cuff comes in Blush or citron (as above pic) and are priced at €24 ...fantastic value!
Another one of my favourites, the wanderer cuff (seen above paired with the voyager cuff) priced at €34...
The beauty about all these cuffs is you can stack them up or wear them individually.
My favourite the inspiration bangle, comes in Rose gold as above (its engraved message is always, and on the inside an engraved "be you") also comes in Silver (engraved Blessed) and gold (Love)
A girl can never have enough cuffs, the grace cuff priced at €59 (another for my wish list), the detail and the shine on this bracelet is fabulous..was drawn to it immediately. Loved it!
This cady wrap bracelet is all kinds of yummy priced at €59.
Oh and not to mention these rings below, just wow!
The Rivera Ring is €39 and was featured in Good Housekeeping magazine!
In love with Claudia, my current girl crush, the Claudia stackable bands (set of 3) is €49..fab!
Come to mama, this clutch "the city slim" is all kinds of Amazing..comes as a collection too, and is priced at €59..you should see the detailed design on the inside...lots of oooowing on this one from both myself and Leona..damn why didn't I take a pic of it...
Who doesn't love a pop of colour to brightened an outfit, this capri pooch has it all priced at €36 (great value!) and the quality is superb!
The Shape shifter ..check out pics below, a three in one bag and because of its versatility its priced at €98.
Below some snapshots...
Stella and Dot is all about detail, and surprise. Every piece has a uniqueness to it..see pics below...
Look at that detail in the Inspirational bracelet above...amazing this had to be mine, I love it. My first piece from Stella and Dot!!!
How cool is this shape shifter...fold-over, clutch to cross body...now that's one savvy bag!
The Freya Fringe necklace....as show above worn five different ways. Now that's making a piece work for its money priced at €118..price per wear completely covered!
The Sutton necklace (in mixed metals above, comes in silver and gold too) can be worn in five different ways. This is just a sample of them above priced at €138, but the quality is unreal.
The "Fortuna Stone pendant" necklace two necklaces can be worn together or separate and have a 3" extender..priced at €79 its great value.
Devon layering necklace (available in gold) priced at €49.
The Sanibel Necklace..its the same necklace in all pictures, just with the stone turned..above left is the extension which allows you to change it around length wise..priced at €79
Oh yes my favourite piece, the Sahara pendant necklace..priced at €49, its so delicate, I completely fell in love, yes I need this to match the outfit I'm wearing, goes perfect don't you think!
The three in one Isa Disc necklace..beautiful colours, priced at €118..just fab!
These earrings are beautiful, can be worn four ways, the studs on their own or as above..this set is €49..Stella and Dot have some amazing earrings, unfortunately these were the only ones on display but check out the catalogue and Leona s page online here to see what other fabulous earrings are available, their current collection is to die for and very reasonable priced!

Stella and Dot are huge advocates on holding trunk shows, I can see and understand why, these pieces are so versatile, have some many intriguing details, that you couldn't possibly know this, only by going to view their collection, I for one have been converted, these pieces are unique and very special...Leona is a superb stylist and she can guide you on the many ways to style and wear these products..for more details check out her webpage http://www.stelladot.eu/sites/Leona/?lc=en_eu, I could only showcase a few pieces here, but there is an enormous amount in their collection, all more fabulous than each other...so go on girls what are you waiting for contact Leona on 086 4191850 or here to arrange a host night (any excuse for a girlie night with your pals) or order here http://www.stelladot.eu/ts/ndpmn1
Happy Shopping ladies...have a super weekend xxx

Tuesday, 14 July 2015

Summer holidays...what to wear?

Hey Girls,
What kind of summer has this been? Disappointing I'd say...such a shame I had high hopes for my summer wardrobe after last summers performance but alas, we are sun deprived...in Ireland that is...
So if you're hightailing it off to sunnier pastures even if its just for a few weeks, here's some cute options for you...I sometimes like to avoid wearing shorts, (only sometimes ;-) ) its so hard at times to figure out what top to wear with them, plus it adds more packing into a limited carryon suitcase. And chances are half of the stuff will never see the light of day! Hence I've pulled together some cute dresses and playsuits that are quick and easy to pack giving you loads of space..AND you'll look good pottering around the streets or beachside when you don't want your body too exposed ...well me in that case...my body is somewhat far from bikini ready at this moment in time, (as I munch on a chocolate bikkie while writing this!!). When packing for holidays I like a casual, yet stylish look for daytime...
So have a peek below at some of the cute options available in stores at the moment ....
And if you have a holiday planned I'm well jealous of you...now go get holiday ready!
This look is casual yet chic, and so simple to recreate, you can find a similar dress here for €39 at Cari's closet. Penneys and Folkster.com currently stock similar hats.
One of my favourites dresses, need this! Perfect for daywear on holidays wear pair it with espadrilles or tan flat sandals..for €52.05 you can buy it here.
Playsuits are an easy daytime look and they're dressy, simple and can be dressed up or down, this ones available in all New Look stores reduced to €10.45. (Literally sold out online while pulling this blog post together! Similar one in Coral here)
Mixed Print beach playsuit for 35.61 available here
Great look for pottering around any foreign streets in Italy, Spain or wherever you choose your sunny destination to be, keep the sandals flatter than above, gold or tan, or pop a pair of converse..voila! Dress available here for €24.99.
Perfect colours above for sunnier climates, this ones reduced to €17.49 available here.
Love this one, all kinds of cuteness...available here for €29.99.
A great all rounder, love this sun dress, pop it over a bikini and you're good to go..available here for €22.99
New Look khaki playsuit, this can be worn day or night perfect with heels or flats, €29.99 sold out online but available still instores.
New Look beach playsuit €24.99 available in stores (sold out online) Similar version available here asos for €34.23
Jumpsuits are great for during the day if your anyway paranoid about your legs etc. (some ladies can be, which is ok too) here's a nice one from New Look available in store reduced from €24.99 to €14.99 sold out online and similar here 
Another chic look for day or night especially for girls who don't want to expose their legs, (or to hide those sunburnt legs either!) maxi dresses are super for any holiday, this particular one for €19.11 is available here

And of course, must give you guys a few other options ....daytime playsuits ...
Left to Right : New Look blue beach playsuit €10.49 available here, White espadrilles €14.99, available here, gold beaded sandals €24.99 available here, Navy embroidered playsuit £32 available here, HM striped Playsuit €11 in store, white sandals €14.99 available here, tan sandals €14.99 available here. Floral sleeveless playsuit from Superdry €49.99 available here, Denim Jumpsuit €29.99 available here.
All the pretty summer dresses (above)for pottering during the day.
Top Left to right; New look red embroidered dress €24.99 available here, pale blue denim dress €29.99 available here, Superdry sleeveless dress €44.99 available here, Bottom left to right; Yellow shoulder smock dress €22.99 available here, my favourite dress €35.99 available in stores at New Look. Asos swing dress with embroidered detail sold out in petite available in regular size and curve size here, €34.25.
Casual Summer day wear...Top left to right: Asos Blue embroidered  beach dress €34.25 available here, tan and white sandals both from New Look €9.99 available here, Topshop embellished playsuit available for £34 available here. Bottom left to right ; topshop embellished tassel dress £34.99 available here, next sandals €28 available in-store and here new stock! Vero moda dress €47.94 available here.
All the white summer dresses a girl could need
Left to right Off the shoulder white dress Asos €27.40 available here, similar here also, blush embellished sandals €22.99 available here,  Crochet dress from New Look (brand Apricot) available in-store €29.99. Centre off the shoulder Bardot dress £50 available from Topshop here. Bottom left to right; Asos skater off the shoulder lace dress €16.44  (available in sky blue €20.55 also) here, New look gold leather plaited sandals €14.99 available here (other colours available) Topshop Babydoll applique sun dress €50 available in-store and online here, comes in yellow too!
Hope that leaves you lovelies, with some ideas of what to wear, and I'll be back with more ideas on what tops to wear with shorts ..along with some of the hottest shorts around!
Until then enjoy your holidays, and bring back some sun please...
Pam xxx

Wednesday, 8 July 2015

The body shop ..and threading


Hey ladies,
So Saturday I had the pleasure of trying out threading at the Body Shop on Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork City, perfect location for a spot of shopping afterwards.
I don't know about you but I wasn't aware that the Body Shop had started a threading or tinting service. And what a service girls, they are fantastic. Check out all they offer in the pic below...
On entering the store I was greeted by Carmen, who was extremely helpful and very knowledgeable when it comes to all the body shop products ..more on that in a minute..
She introduced me to Rabia, who has been threading for years, she informed me, this was the natural way to shape eyebrows in Pakistan. The beauty about threading is it doesn't pull or damage your skin like waxing does. Its the natural way to do it, leaving no redness, which is an added bonus, no one likes angry looking eyebrows when coming out of a salon.
Rabia directed me into a section off the shop floor and it was very private. I didn't have tinting done as my brows are dark enough, however if you are getting tinting done be sure to get a test with the body shop, before using this service, the body shop will do this for you 48hrs in advance of your treatment.
The private section where threading is done, such a comfy chair!
(Above, myself during the process of threading with Rabia.)
As a first time girl to experience threading, I have to say it wasn't painful, it was more like a light pinching, but nothing sore, you would not be jumping out of your chair, and it was very quick.
There was absolutely no redness when the job was completed. Rabia was excellent at recommending what shape eyebrows would suit my face and it was nice to be consulted while treading my brow. Rabia recommended just a tidy of my brows as they had a good shape.

After getting my treatment, I couldn't help but check out all the beautiful products. I love the body shop, always have done, and myself and Carmen spoke at length about some of the products they just cannot keep enough stock of.
Gorgeous products on display
The product displays were so seductive.
Aisles of some of my favourite productst
Love the makeup range
This one is my current favourite at the moment, I picked this up, well over a month ago and I haven't left it down since, the moisturizer is fabulous on my skin, and smells gorgeous. I had some dry patches on my forehead and it completely cleared it up when nothing else would, so I would highly recommend it. Carmen couldn't speak highly enough of it either, and its currently one of their best sellers.
This little beauty is the holy grail of products at the moment and the body shop is almost sold out of this one. They cant keep it in stock its that popular. Carmen kindly gave me a sample of this and I cant wait to try it out.
Every girl needs hand cream, loving these.
Also a hot product at the moment is the virgin mojito range, I was dying to pick up some of these products. They are just gorgeous and smell yummy..
Picked this beauty up before I left and love it.

Getting back to the threading girls, the service was amazing and very professional, since having my eyebrows done I have received loads of compliments, with lots asking where I had them done. Rabia was fantastic, it wasn't at all painful and it gave me a beautiful shape. There was no redness or pulled skin and I most certainly will be using the body shop anymore for any of my brow shaping in the future.
Have you tried it yet? If haven't girl you really need to get in there and try it, you can book here by phoning 021 4274826 or here for bookings nationwide.
Pam xxx