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Birthday Wishlist | SIMPLYKATSINELLA


Where to find:

http://www.tedbaker.com/uk
http://www.debenhams.com/
matalan.co.uk
www.newlook.com


....and breath |SIMPLYKATSINELLA

Chill out. Don't get stressed. Smile.

Have you heard those phrases and rolled your eyes...

I have. When you suffer from depression any one of those phrases make you want to pull your eyeballs out and scream. 

My depression came when I had my first miscarriage. I say first because if you read my previous post of miscarriage you know they happen. You can't guarentee when but it will happen.

I cried and accepted and moved on. 

But the thing is I thought I moved on, my body, my life and everything moved on without me. 

I started getting irritable. I started to get sad. I never used that word until then but I would keep saying I just feel sad. Not upset, I feel the word upset made it seem it was temporary. Sad meant I felt it all the time.

It wasn't until a cry for help happened in my life. I'm not ready to explain what happened but I needed help. I was shocked to find that help was so easy to find if I knew where I was looking. 

Help came in the shape of doctors, friends, family and fresh air.







Fresh air became so important because when you feel depressed you don't sleep and when you sleep you don't want to wake up.

Fresh air meant I felt free and the only time I didn't feel numb. 




I'm still recovering, so I'm not going to tell you how to get better or say it goes. 

But I'm here to just say it will be OK and enjoy the little things.



TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA

APRIL FAVOURITES | SIMPLYKATSINELLA

These are a few of my favourite things (imagine me singing this as if I was Maria from sound of music)

So this month I have been loving these few products. And when I say loving, I mean using all of them at any chance I get!!

MAC Studio Fix Foundation:

Currently I've been tanning at the moment, so my current new love is the Mac Studio fix in NW18. My tan has a yellowy undertone so NW blends so well! I love the finish and the coverage the only thing I'm not too keen on is the smell! But other than that , love it!

GIRLZONLY dry shampoo:

I pick this up in tescos in my monthly food shop ( I grab the big can) and I love it. Whether I'm just using its for a oompf or to hide some greasy hair its so good. What I like to do is spray it in, do my makeup and brush it out again. That allows any grease to be soaked up and your hair to absorb the spray. 

PS... contour kit:
So this is product is the ones I brought just to try out on holiday (and I didnt have my usual contour kit) but my god I love it. The colours are so easy to use and blendable. The lighter shade has a grey undertone which I use to chisel out my chubby cheeks. The yellow colour does look a bit suspect and I haven't been brave enough to try it yet!

MAC Please me (Matte Finish):

This pink colour is perfect for the spring/summer months and looks beautiful with a tan. This lipstick has blue undertones which makes your teeth look whiter. Its not a OUT THERE pink but more of a summery pink colour. It lasts all day and isn't drying in the slightest!

Soap and Glory:

Soap and Glory have really brought these out the bag, and have topped any eyebrow or mascara I have ever used. The eyebrow archery pencil /tint is AMAZING. The precision of the pen and the pencil makes your brows stay in place all day. I chose the blonde colour and it compliments my skin tone! The mascara, is exactly what it says on the tin. Thick and fast. Its seriously like you have lash extensions and perfect for a quick glam look.

Vivis Collection Eyelashes:

These are so similar to the infamous demi wispies but half the price. You can find them on ebay and they are beautiful. They have a thin band so personally I find them easier to apply and more flexible!


Whats been your April Favs?

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SIMPLY KATSINELLA

OOTD| SIMPLYKATSINELLA

OOTD| SIMPLYKATSINELLA

 This is a quick and easy go to outfit for smart/casual job interview. I'm obsessed!!


Wearing:
WHITE PAPAYA SHIRT
NAVY SMART HIGH WAISTED SKINNY TROUSERS
NUDE BLOCK HEELS
MAC PLEASE ME
ROSE GOLD GLASSES




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SIMPLY KATSINELLA

DOES THIS REALLY WORK| SIMPLYKATSINELLA

DOES THIS REALLY WORK??

Has anyone heard of the makeup hack which is VASELINE. Well I've done a bit of research ( googling till I could google no more) and it has been said that Vaseline can make your eyebrows and eyelashes thicker and longer.

So here's the start of my journey, last night I applied Vaseline on my brows and eyelashes to receive a very puzzled look from my dear fiancé. To be honest I think he just allows me to do whatever to avoid questioning my weirdness.

Now the initial application feels very greasy and sticky and I'm not gonna lie, if I break out in spots around these said areas I will be blaming the Vaseline!!

So the picture below shows the first application, after reading up , I will apply Vaseline to my brows twice a day, and Vaseline to my eyelashes at night...



BTW- I know, I know, the faces I've pulled are beyond attractive... (please note the sarcasm)



I plan to check back once every week to enlighten you on my Vaseline hacks... I'll try it out and if it works then! Voila 💗

If you have any other hacks or tricks you want me to try so you don't have to, let me know on twitter or instagram!!


I've also recently started a facebook for my blogs, so please follow me on there <3

TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA

Weekend away| SIMPLYKATSINELLA

After a TERRIBLE week me and Shaun decided to let our hair down and enjoy a weekend away in Portsmouth!


It was glorious! We hit the shops in the cascades centre and stayed in the beautiful Brookfield Hotel in Emsworth (20 mins away from Portsmouth town centre), We visited Hayling Island and enjoyed at glorious meal at our hotel.








We used a WOWCHER deal- and it was a well needed break. I decided to film a little of our adventure... So I hope you enjoy that.





I'll be getting back into blogging again... 

But for now, 

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SIMPLYKATSINELLA

Number 26 - GET READY WITH ME- DATE NIGHT

So heres another video of me getting ready!! Me and Shaun fancied going to the cinema and having a roast dinner! 

We went to go and see FANTASTIC BEAST AND WHERE TO FIND THEM. Holy moly, the film was brilliant. 

Would recommend to ANYONE. Obviously it has lots of Harry Potter hints that you will catch on if you are a big Hazza P fan - Shaun didn't understand, he doesn't enjoy Harry Potter... I know, I know, I agreed to marry a hater...

MY FACE:

PRODUCTS USED:
Nivea Express Hydration Primer
Maybelline 24 Hr Foundation
Collection lasting perfection concealor
Collection Loose Powder
Freedom Contour Pallette
Maybelline 24 hr Colour Tattoo in Permanent Taupe
Mac Cool Neutral Pallette
Freedom 32 eyeshadow pallette
Maybelline Falsh Lash Mascara
Mac Lip Pencil Whirl
Sleek Matte Me Lipstick- Birthday Suit







WHAT IM WEARING:
Black & White jumper - ASDA GEORGE
Blue Denim Jeans (didn't get a pic ) - MATALAN
Grey pumps - MATALAN


                           click the video below if you want to watch me get ready!



TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA

Number 24- NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS

I touched on my news years resolutions in a previous post click here if you wanna have a nosey at that post.


  • blog more, it allows you to relieve stress
This one I promise myself to blog as a when, I mean I have to plan a wedding, think how many DIY's that's going to be. My pinterest is FULL of ideas. If you wanna follow me my tag is 'simplykatsinella'. 
  • lose weight (I swear everyone is this, but hey! I have to fit into a wedding dress)
Obviously I wanna gain some body confidence like I used to have, having a tough time this past couple of months has made me gain weight.. and I wasn't skinny to start with. I want to lose weight to fill confident again, follow me on instagram for updates! I wanna feel how confident I felt on holiday in Greece 2015! 



  • move to a bigger house
Me and Shaun currently live in a one bedroom house, which we love... but is FULL of cracks.. so saving up to afford a bigger house is a plus.
  • be more loving & caring
This one seems like a strange one, but I have a strange habit of pushing people away when I'm down, upset or scared. I want to be more open to those I trust and love.
  • save , save, save
I want to save for house, wedding, and children in future. Whats the issue starting now!!

Wishing you a year full of happiness and remember to cherish each moment.

TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA



Number 23- HE PUT A RING ON IT

If he likes it then he should've put a ring on it.. well he did!

So imagine ladies, all through the christmas period Shaun had made me believed he took a dive and brought me clothes for christmas... BAD MOVE. I don't know if your anything like me, I hate people buying me clothes.. So there I was being a moody cow like usual, annoyed/ interested in what clothes he brought me. To which I had one box to open. 

Initial thought, maybe he did get me vouchers. PRAISE THE HIGH HEAVENS. To which I notice my dear mum recording me. You would've thought I'd have a clue by now.. nope. I thought this was a prank on me.. 

So inside the box was another box, and so on until I opened a little box at the bottom. Now stupid me thought aw cute he got me a ring... went to look down and inside there was a little note..

I'm unsure why Shaun had to clarify it was him who was asking.. but it honesty took my breath away..





So now I'm engaged.. He's my 'fiance' (squeels in excitement)

Do you have any stories how your partners proposed I would love to hear!

TAKE CARE,
SIMPLY KATIESINELLA

Number 16- Whats in my bag Autumn 2016 TAG

So if your like me , I love to watch/read whats going on in everyones handbags. Maybe I'm just nosey?

The Bag
My bags from New look it was gifted to me for my birthday and I love it. It's quite small in comparison to my other bags but I love the look of it. Its faux leather and a similar style to the 'celine' bags.

I love the gold hardware and subtle nude shade which isn't too pink and isn't too brown which allows me to wear it with pretty much anything. 

Inside

Inside the bag I keep my purse, sunglasses, phone, keys, lady necessities and a 'emergency kit' bag.


My purse is from river island and is just a practical purse, it matches the bag with the gold hardware. Tbh I thought keeping a light purse clean would be difficult , but the faux leather allows me to just to wipe down any mess with a bog standard baby wipe..

The sunglasses are just some cheap ones due to me losing my prescription ones so until I find some new ones these are just easy to chuck in.

I then just carry my phone (iphone 5s- which is on its last legs) my keys (The fluffy keyring is from 'peacocks'. Then my 'always' tin with some pads in. 

Finally I have my emergency kit bags. I love having this in my bag incase I need back up off anything.
The bags from a little gift shop from Greece. Inside this I have my Palmer lip balm, chewing gum, rapid bond nail fix glue, Rimmel London Apocalips Lip Lacquer by rimmel in the shade Apocoliptic, My epilepsy medication, a spare pen, sanctuary spa hand cream, my 'Twist and Spritz Rose Gold Atomiser' with my Olympia perfume in it and a marker pen which I use for work.

All in all theres the contents in my bag- well when its not cluttered with reciepts and empty breakfast bar packets.

One last thing- does any one else boyf/hubby/girlf/partner use your bag to carry there stuff too? Its drives me INSANE.

I wanna know whats in your handbag too so let me know!

TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA

P.S I tag Nat from beautyboxobsessed.wordpress.com & Chelsey from chelseyprentice.com - Ive been obsessed with reading these two blogs for a little while now.

Number 15- Whats in my makeup bag

So currently I'm staying at my parents to look after there pets whilst there away. So I had to pack my makeup bag to last me the week.
So first thing I just found a makeup bag stashed away in the cupboard. This makeup bag has that neutral patent and bright pink bow, very similar to ted baker, its by gatineau.

Some of these bits you may have seen in my Summer Faves such as my foundation, wipes and liquid lipstick. 

FACE
Maybelline Stay 24 Foundation
Collection Concealer (Trusty blogger fave)
Rimmel Stay Matte Powder - Transparent
Seventeen Miracle Matte Powder (for baking undereyes)
Revolution Highlighter - Peach Lights 
Freedom Contour Palette -Fair
Miss Sporty- Cream Blush in Peach

EYEBROWS
Maybelline Colour Tattoo - Permanent Taupe
MAC eyeshadow -Cozy Grey
MUA - Clear Mascara

EYES
MAC Palette in Cool
Maybelline Push up Mascara
Collection Liquid waterproof eyeliner
Wild about Beauty in Penny

LIPS
Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid Lipstick - Nude Flush
Sleek Matte Me Liquid Lipstick - Birthday Suit

OTHER
Garnier Micellar Water Wipes
Lee Stafford- Tangle Brush
Illamasqua - Pink Raindrops
Random brands of brushes including Real Techniques

Whats in your makeup bag, Let me know, or tag me your blogs or pics on twitter. Follow me @katsinella.

TAKE CARE,
SIMPLYKATSINELLA

P.S How do you like the new look?

DISCLAIMER- ALL ITEMS WERE BROUGHT WITH MY OWN MONEY


Number 13- SummerFaves

My Summer faves! Lets quickly talk about the HEAT in this years Summer! Oh my word. We were very lucky. But now the leaves are all falling and the crisp cold mornings are upon us. (Thank god!)




1st up this summer was the 'sanctuary spa cooling body sorbet & cooling shower drench' oh my, these were both mine and Shauns faves! First off after a hot day at the beach or in the sun you'd come home have a shower with the cooling shower drench, this leaves a crisp cold feeling against you body even in the heat of a shower. Perfect for sun burns, hop out the shower, and use the sorbet! Its instantly cooling and effective. I applied this on before I went to sleep so I could cosy up under the duvet in the heat!

Maybelline super stay 24hr foundation is a MUST HAVE this stays on all day - like it says on the tin. But with out a cakey look with a dewy finish. For a matte finish pop some powder on and voila bobs your uncle. I would wear this foundation and on my lips wear the Maybelline vivid matte liquid lipstick in the pinky colour ( It doesnt have a name on it anymore - damn ) This liquid lipstick feels moussey and an absolute dream to apply.

L'oreal elive clay masque- this is for a pamper day/evening. Usually before we go out for the night or day. It takes 15 mins, you slap it onto your routes and it lifts out grease. I used to follow this with the shampoo and conditioner, but I use just a tressemme one to just give it some more umpf.

Garnier Micellar water wipes are new to my list... Quite honestly tescos were out of simple wipes so I grabbed these. These are lovely, they feel like nothing on the skin but easily wipe away the days makeup. I will defo get these again!

Paca Rabanne Olympia. This has been my scent for the past year and for my birthday this year I got the big bottle - lucky girl! I love this smell, and its become recognisable among friends now.

Finally my 'journal' This is from sainsbury's in the back to school collection, I love this. I write my thoughts and ideas in this journal, and it makes me feel better if I ever feel anxious.


I've popped links to where you can get your hands on them. 

Take Care,
SIMPLY KATSINELLA


Number 12- Sleek Matte Me Liquid Lipstick

oh my, 'Sleek Matte Me Liquid Lipstick' thats a mouthful and a half.

So I picked up these beauties when I mooching along in the crimbo section of boots. I know its october.. and I've brought myself a crimbo pressie already. BUT it was four mini liquid lipstick for £5.00 bargain!



So shade number one is 'old hollywood' which is a deep and dark berry shade perfect for autumn and winter. Personally I find this shade has some red under tones which is very complimentary for EVERY skin tone. This one is so pigmented and easy to apply. But my goodness. This doesn't come off with out a fight. 

Shade number two is 'Velvet slipper' again this is another deep shade from the pack of four, but has more brown undertones. So maybe you could class it as a dark nude colour, or simply 'badass' I'm a rocker chick shade. Again very creamy and pigmented. Take care applying this one. Any mistakes then you will have a tough time removing!

Shade number three SCREAMS OUT CHRISTMAS its a rich red colour. Which may I add will go perfectly with my crimbo jumper which is currently stashed away atm- side note, when will it become acceptable to wear crimbo jumpers again!? Its called 'Rioja Red', and looks absolutely beautiful on the lips. Maybe use lipliner with this one for a wow factor.

Shade number four is my fave. Its called 'birthday suit' and its the perfect browny nude shade that I've been looking for. The only thing I find I do have to exfoliate with this one and use a lipbalm so it goes on smoothly and doesnt go crumbly. which is a little let down. But by all means this colour is B.E.A.UTIFUL. 

These usually full size retail at £4.99 Each and you can get them from your nearest boots or superdrug. Or online at http://www.sleekmakeup.com/uk 

Happy Shopping,
Take care,
SIMPLY KATSINELLA