It's safe to say, it has been a while. I've been meaning to do an update for quite some time and it was only when Megan updated her blog that I actually got a kick up the backside to do it myself.
Basically, I'm here to say that I haven't disappeared forever, and that I plan to be posting again ASAP, even within the next few days or weeks if time will allow it. I've got excuses all over the place but to be honest only two of them are actually decent enough to be mentioned in the post. I think that says something about my motivation over the past month or two - non existent.
Firstly, I think I underestimated the stress of A Levels, I'm days away from beginning my AS exams and so the pressure is mounting and unfortunately things like blogging have to take a back seat every now and then. At the same time though, I'm getting more interested in universities; I currently have the aim of doing a History degree because it's my favourite subject, but also a hard one to get onto in terms of entry requirements - even more reason to increase the revision big time. To be honest, it is pretty hard to maintain your education, part time job, driving lessons and something like a blog all at once at the age of 17.
Other than that, when my motivation came back, my health decided to somewhat bail on me and I got really poorly. Its not the most interesting of topics to be writing about, but its an excuse. I've almost entirely recovered from whatever mystery illness I had (it look its toll on me whatever it was), but because of not being able to go to school, do any revision or keep in touch with school work whatsoever whilst being poorly, yet again I had to sling the blogging to one side while I caught up with all that.
I don't really know what the purpose of this message is, but to be honest, it was mainly just a reminder that I'm still here, will be making a return, and that generally life is good for my part. Hopefully, I'll be doing much more of this soon.
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GOING FOR THE CHOP
Tuesday, 9 September 2014
After a very spur-of-the-moment decision on Saturday night (which entailed quite a lengthy session of scouring Google Images for pictures of every blogger who went for the chop), I decided to get my hair cut. Not professionally, just by my mum in the kitchen. Yep, you heard. My mum has been cutting my hair for me up until about the age of 12, and I have only been to the hairdressers for something short of 10 times maximum.
I was practically hyperventilating and as she hacked off the first chunk of hair off, it's safe to say I squealed and made a spectacle, but, there was no going back after that so she continued and I walked up to the mirror with hands over my eyes, and luckily absolutely loved the finished product. I started testing out styles, not even bothered by the hair left behind on the table that resembled a small rodent.
I did wake up Sunday morning with a minute feeling of regret but as soon as I looked in the mirror, saw where my hair used to look ratty and dead, and began waving and curling it, that feeling went away. I will say I like this curled, but very lightly with some texture enhancing spray through the lengths too - with this length of hair you really can go for the gritty look.
I look forward to celebrating how quick my hair takes to dry and wash, as well as enjoying the new look I have going on - honestly, who knew a trim (or a few more inches than the latter) could make me feel so fashionable?
Behind The Scenes of Blogging TAG | Created by Me!
Monday, 22 April 2013
Hi everyone! This is the second blogging TAG I have made now, and I am so excited to tag everyone! I will get onto the rules, as every tag comes with some of them!
COPY AND PASTE THE RULES
2. You must use the image I have provided in this post on your post.
3. You must title this post 'Behind the Scenes of Blogging TAG' so everyone knows what it is about!
4. You must tag at least one other person, but there is not a maximum limit! -You will need to comment on their blog to let them know that they are tagged.
5. Thank the person who tagged you and link their blog.
6. You must answer all the questions
7. HAVE FUN!
Onto the questions:
1. Do you plan for each/some of your blog posts, if so, how do you do this?
I do, I mainy lay in bed if I can't sleep and think about posts and things, which is weird, and I also like to write it in my blogging notebook, which leads onto the next question!
2. Do you have a blogging notebook/diary where you write and plan about things to do with your blog?
Yep, as I just said in the last question. I did a post about it HERE so you can check that out after reading this post, and I find it really helpful when planning.
3. Do you feel pressured to buy things so that you have something to review on your blog?
At the moment, in the time I have been writing on this blog, I haven't had any problems with not having anything to post, but on my old blog, I ran out of nail polish to review, which lead to me spending a great deal of money, and I now have a mass of unwanted polishes...Blog Sale anyone?
4. Has the style of your posts/blog been influenced by someone else. If so, who?
I love Megan at www.thebeautypier.blogspot.com 's blog, and I like to look at her blog for inspiration. The other main few contenders are I Covet Thee, Zoella, Sprinkle of Glitter, Wonderland Wardrobe, and one of the main ones is Lily Melrose (llymlrs and etcllymlrs).You should all know who they are! I love them all!
5. What are your favourite posts to plan and write about?
I really love planning collection posts, whether that be fashion, nail polish or makeup related, they are just so fun to write! I also love OOTD posts, putting outfits together is so theraputic!
6. Do you think that your knowledge of makeup (and applying it) has improved because of blogging?
Definitely! A year or two ago, you could hand me a highlighter and I wouldn't know where it would go! I feel like I learn more and more when I watch tutorials on youtube, and looks people have created on blogs!
7. Do you test all products for a certain amount of time before you review them?
Kind of!? I won't test all products for the same amount of time, I just wait until I feel like I can write a good wad of honest text about a product.
8. Do you have any other websites for your blog? (e.g, twitter, youtube, bloglovin', or a facebook page etc.)
I have Twitter, Bloglovin' and Youtube! No facebook page yet, maybe one day?! I find that using other sites will get your blog more noticed after time.
9. Do you feel the need to buy something you have wanted EVEN more when you see your favourite blogger talking about it?
Definitely! If someone says something good about it, I will be in the shop, at that till, spending my pennies on whatever that product may be. I havent done it for a while, as I have tried not to set my eyes on anything, as I am on a spending ban..:(
10. Do you find taking pictures to be a chore, or not?
Most certainly not! Taking the pictures for my posts is one of my favourite things to do, I take way more than needed because I am having such a good time haha! I suppose the picture taking would be a chore if you had a bad camera and you weren't getting as many good pictures.
Onto Who I TAG!
*You don't have to do this, but it would be nice for a comment and possibly a follow if I do tag you, but no pressure there. You can also do this TAG if i havent tagged you already*
I hope you guys enjoy this TAG, and let me know if you do it or follow!
Don't forget to follow, comment and ENTER MY GIVEAWAY
Bye! Lauren x
Influences of the Internet TAG!
Sunday, 7 April 2013
Hi! Today I will be doing a tag post for you all! I was tagged by my friend Megan at The Beauty Pier, who actually created this tag. I will just get started because otherwise this will be a long post! If I have tagged you (further down) could I ask that you say who tagged you (if your reading this then it's me) just so the person can be linked back to.
Copy and paste THE RULES:1) You must state this tag
was created by Megan at TheBeautyPier.
2) You must tag
at least one person to do this. However, the more the merrier!
3) Let the
person know you tagged them with a comment on their blog.
4)Title this post
'Influences of the Internet TAG!'
5) Enjoy!
So, onto the questions!
1. Did other blogs convince you to start up your own?
I think so. I never really knew the concept of blogs, but I had heard of them. It started by reading Scrangie on a daily basis and then it kind of built from there. I made one blog, which was based on many other blogs, but it didn't go so well. I made this one which I love, based on my older one and I am very happy with it indeed :)
2. Have you joined a site because someone else in the blogosphere
did?
YES! Louise from Sprinkle of Glitter mentioned a site called Photobox where you can get prints of photos, as when you signed up you got something around 100 prints, which I am collecting at the moment, before April 16th, as that is my 'deadline' haha.
3. Is there a tip/regime you've gotten from the internet that you now
use?
I'm not really sure. I think I have gotten a lot better with applying makeup in general, as I am not pretty good with it, and it was all self taught or something from a video or blog.
4. If your favourite YouTube/Blogger personality likes a product, will
that make you buy it?
Yep. I have heard people raving about all sorts of things, and I have quite a few of them. I can hear their voice in my head, and I just buy it, kind of like an impulse buy.
5. What do you look for in a blog that makes you want to
follow?
The main thing I look for in a blog is that the pictures and content are of a good quality, and I like images to be large. I also like it when the layout is easy to navigate around and nothing is overcrowded or crammed into any one place.
6. Have you ever been decieved by a product that you ordered online?
(e.g you thought it would be pink but it was coral)
Erm... I'm not sure. I suppose as Megan said, the dainty doll concealer was a little darker than expected. Also, the ELF pressed powder in Porcelain (the 'lightest' shade) didn't turn out to be all that light.
7. Have promo pictures and press releases given you the impression that
a product will be better than it is?
If you remember those double ended Max Factor lip crayons, on the advert the red and gold one was shown, and it looked beautiful on the models lips. Then I swatched it in the shop and it wasn't the same, only on my hand, but one over the other. Maybe I was doing something wrong?
8. Is there a product you could give a 'cult' status for being so good
that you discovered through the internet?
Probably the Urban Decay Naked 2 palette, or maybe OPI or Barry M nail polishes. All 3 are great favourites of mine and I can't get enough of them!
9. Is there a product you have tried and hated, but others have
loved?
I don't think so? I think that for me it is probably the other way round, as in, I will love something and everyone else will hate it.
10. Is there a Blogger/YouTuber that influences your fashion style? If
so, who?
I think for me Zoe (Zoella280390 -all memorised, check out my dedication) has a big impact on my style. Since watching her videos I have almost found a new 'layer' to my wardrobe.
11. Is there a Blogger/Youtuber that influences your attitude each
day/lifestyle?
Taliajoy18 on youtube is definately a huge impact on this. Her bravery is incredible, and when I worry, I will think of this. And also, Louise from Sprinkle of Glitter always has a positive attitude to whatever comes her way, even the bad things. Both of these lovely ladies are very influencial to my life.
12. How much time do you spend on the internet daily?
Please, don't ask. The 'just one more video' phrase pops into my head after reading this question. It is probably 2 hours daily, including homework and also blogging, and then catching up with all the new posts and videos. Guys, just stop uploading okay? ;)
I TAG!.... You, and.. (it would be lovely if you could follow me!)
By all means, you don't have to do this TAG, but if you do, have fun! Just make sure you say who tagged you, and copy and paste the rules!
Thanks for reading, don't forget to follow on GFC and Bloglovin' (buttons to the right) and also on twitter! - www.twitter.com/thebeaubow
Bye! Lauren x
Fl0ral Kittens - A new blog to see!
Wednesday, 3 April 2013
Hi everyone! Just a quick post as a friend of mine has created a new blog, and I know that when I was starting my blog I wanted to try and gain some more followers, so I thought I would give her a shoutout as I know you lovely people will go and help her out!
It's very similar to mine, and I know you will like it!
Be nice! See you in my next post, Lauren x
Beauty This OR That TAG! :)
Friday, 29 March 2013
Hi everyone, I saw this TAG on Megan's Blog - The Beauty Pier, and I thought it was a lovely post to write. I tag all of you, so if you see this and want to do it, say I tagged you! I think this is a silly tag for me to do as I am so indecisive, but I'll give it a go!
Makeup:
Blush or Bronzer? Blush, but I do love a good ol' contour.
Lipgloss or Lipstick? Lipstick, sticky lips is not my thing.
Liner or Mascara? You can't see my eyes without mascara, so I'll go with that haha!
Foundation or Concealer? I suppose faoundation, only if the foundation was Revlon Colourstay, otherwise concealer. I like/need me coverage!
Neutral Eyeshadow or Colour? Neutral, Urban Decay Naked 2 is my baby!
Pressed or
loose eyeshadow? Pressed. I spill loose ones wat too easily.
Nails:
OPI or
China Glaze? I only own OPI so that, but I am getting some China Glaze soon!
Long or
Short Nails? Medium (what a rebel I am!)
Acrylic or
Natural? Natural!
Brights or
Darks? Depends on season, but at the moment, I love the brights.
Flower or
No Flower? No flower.
Perfume or
Body Splash? Perfume, as long as it isn't overpowering.
Lotion or
Body Butter? Butter is my favourite!
Body Wash
or Soap? Body Wash.
Lush or
other bath company? LUSH! I recently bought happy hippy and I'm in love! But, can we please please get a Bath and Body Works in the UK?!
Fashion:
Jeans or
Sweat Pants? Jeans! But if I am feeling lazy I like leggings and joggers.
Long Sleeve
or Short Sleeve? Short.
Dresses or
skirts? Dresses! I want to get some more though. I do loved skater skirts though.
Stripes or
Plaid? Stripes! I do love feeling all 'Burberry' in plaid though.
Flip Flops
or Sandals? Sandals. They make my feet look more elegant than they really are.
Scarves or
Hats? Scarves.
Studs or
Dangly Earrings? I think studs, there are some really cute ones I have my eye on at the moment.
Necklaces
or Bracelets? BOTH! But at the moment, I can't go into the sotre without looking at statement necklaces, they are my recent obsession!
Heels or
Flats? I only wear flats really, heels occacionally, but I really want some boots with a small heel. .
Cowboy
Boots or Riding Boots? I don't own either, so I don't really have a large opinion on this one..
Jacket or
Hoodie? Jacket. Hoodies are really comfy though!
Forever 21
or Charlotte Russe? I don't shop at any, but Forever 21 always has me in love with items on the website.
Saks 5th or
Nordstrom? Nordstrom... I hear about it a lot on youtube!
Hair:
Curly or Straight? Both! I don't really like using heat to curl my hair so...Straight probably.
Bun or Ponytail? Buns are cute, when I can successfully do them. :(
Bobby Pins or Butterfly Clips? Bobby Pins all the way baby!
Hair Spray or Gel? Never used gel, so
spray for me please.
Long or Short? I am trying to grow my hair really long so badly, but it stops at a certain point. I envy long hair, so I will have to pick that.
Light or Dark? It depends on the person. My hair is in the middle, and I quite like it.
Side Sweep or Full Bangs? I've had both and I loved them equally as much!
Up or Down? Down for me, I think I look silly with a ponytail :(
Random:
Rain or Shine? SHINE! At this rate in the UK, it doesn't look like it will be anything similar to summer until Christmas time, haha.
Summer or Winter? I love being cosy in oversized jumpers, but then I won't miss a good summer dress either! BOTH!
Fall or Spring? Umm.... I'll say Spring,
but if I did this in Autumn i'd pick that!
Chocolate or Vanilla? BOTH?
East Coast or West Coast. I live in the UK guys. Im not sure....
Thanks for reading guys, hope you enjoyed reading this great TAG! Let me know if you are going to do it! :)
Follow me on GFC and Bloglovin' (buttons to the right) and also on twitter. Tweet me if you like! :) - www.twitter.com/thebeaubow
Bye! Lauren x
Orgainised Blogging - My Blogging Book/Diary
Sunday, 17 March 2013
Hi everyone!
So, sometimes blogging can get a bit out of hand when you don't know what you need to swatch, and you can't remember all the things you have already taken photos of, and when you don't know all the details about a product. That is why I decided to write notes. I started by writing on an old notebook, but I decided I should invest in a good quality one that will last me for a while.
I found this one in a department kind of store about an hour away from my house called 'Boundary Mills/ Downtown'. It cost me £4.99, which I didn't think was incredibly reasonable, but I fell in love with the print.
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| HOW CUTE!? Oh, and, ignore the chipped nail polish. Collection 2000 Hot Looks range isn't fab. |
Well, do excuse the chipped nail polish... The front and back are the same print with a polka dot spine. The 'bunting' reads 'notes, thoughts, ideas, lists, doodles, dates' and I thought that was so cute!
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| The full cover. |
I love the fact that it looks like someone has actually stuck on small buttons and sequins, as when you look closely you can actually see that they have even printed the illusion of glue onto it! So creative!
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| Oooh pretty :) |
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A sneaky peak inside :) the paper is actually very high qualuty and thick.
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I wrote in red pen as I thought it matched with the notebook...is that OCD? Ha ha!
This notebook will be something that I will keep forever so that I can remember all about blogging!
It's a super handy idea aswell, is you often feel a little stressed when blog posting!
Thanks for reading, comment and follow! :) (GFC and Bloglovin' - Button to the right)
Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheBeauBow
GFC DRAMA!? Follow me on bloglovin'
Thursday, 14 March 2013
So, as a few of you other bloggers reading this may know already, Google Reader is disappearing on the 1st July, which means soon after that GFC and this RSS will also be going, not yet but soon after. I'm gutted. My blog is just starting to peak and I am getting new followers daily. I have read about this via other blogs and google, so any incorrect Info in here, well incorrect panicky ramblings...isn't what I have concluded. I am upset about this...but there are solutions.
I would advise to create an account on bloglovin' as you can then follow all of the bloggers you already follow on this and the RSS will keep you updated with the latest posts. When you create an account you may be asked if you want to import the blogs you already follow to that feed.
I would be very thankful if you could follow me on bloglovin' using either the button to the right (the pretty girl face thingy) and that will take you to the right place to follow. One click will make me smile :-)
OR, use this link and follow there! - it's the same as the button, it's up to you which one you choose to do, I don't mind!
http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/5089293/the-beau-bow
Thanks guys! I really don't want to start blogging again from square one.
Lauren x
The Procrastinating Beauty Blogger TAG!
Saturday, 9 March 2013
Hi guys! Today I will be posting a TAG that I have created myself. Every tag comes with some rules so I will tell you them now.
Rules:
1. You must copy and paste these 'rules' onto your post when you write it, it doesn't take long!.
2. You must state that this tag was created by 'The Beau Bow' and link www.thebeaubow.blogspot.com
3. You must thank the person who tagged you at the start of your post (link their blog as well) -follow them if you're feeling nice!, and then at the end of your post state who you tag, and then comment on their blog on their latest post to let them know you tagged them, and link your post so they can see what to do.
4. Title this post 'The Procrastinating Beauty Blogger TAG' so everyone knows what it is about.
5. Have fun! :)
So that's the boring bit out of the way, and now...
Onto the questions:
1.Name a beauty regime that you rarely do?
Using a primer is something I never really do, I have one, but I find that if I use it my makeup comes off even more! Also, I rarely use a good facemask like other beauty bloggers do weekly or so...I do enjoy using them with friends though, and I really want to start getting into them.
2. Is washing your makeup brushes something you do regularly?
If I can be bothered... But everyone loves the feeling of squeaky clean brushes!
3. How long will you last with chipped nail polish?
Not long, if one nail chips the teeniest bit, by the end of that day I will literally have the tinyest slither of polish left of my thumb which is where I can never pick it off... If I get bored, the picking begins.
4. How long do you put off buying/replacing a beauty or nail polish product even if you need it? (i.e purchasing a new topcoat, or a new foundation etc.)
I try and find a substitute of something I already have until I can buy a new one, but if I like a foundation I will normally repurchase it, but at the moment I really would like to try the Revlon Nearly Naked or the Rimmel Wake Me Up and steer away from my trusty Colourstay for the summer months.
5. What is your worst beauty habit?
I wouldn't say that I had a really bad habit like the ones some others say, like the 'falling asleep with their makeup on' or anything like that, but sometimes I think I should get into nail care a bit more.
6. Name something non-beauty related that you put off doing all the time?
Homework is a definate, and tidying up is probably another, I always get things done in the end though.
7. When going out somewhere, do you leave getting ready until the last minute or not?
It depends what mood I am in. Sometimes I will just touch up a little bit of concealer and sweep a maybelline colour tattoo all over my eyelids, and change my tshirt for a blouse and be good to go, and other times I will change up my entire outfit, curl my hair, remove my makeup and apply it all from fresh.
8. Can you commit to spending bans?
I think I can, I did for about 10 weeks leading up to mid december when I was planning a birthday shopping trip, but it really depends on why I am deciding to go on a spending ban. I find that when I am forcing myself not to spend, everything always looks nicer...!
9. How organised is your makeup and nail polish collection?
This is actually something that I take pride in, as I am constantly re-organising it so the organization of them both isn't really bad. I really want to get some acrylic storage from Muji or somewhere for my makeuo soon though!
10. What is the longest amount of time you have gone without writing a blog post?
On my old blog, I think the most time I went without writing a blog post was about 10-15 days either from going away, or having too much other things going on, but so far on this blog I have stuck to posting every day and ocasionally every other day if I don't have time.
I Tag: YOU and...
Sarah at Friday is Forever
I hope you enjoy doing your version of my tag if you choose to!
Thanks for reading!
Lauren x
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