top 5 favourite eyeshadow palettes

hiii,
for todays post I will be reviewing my top 5 fav eyeshadow palettes. I am a massive lover of eyeshadow palettes and they are starting to become a guilty pleasure as they can get on the pricey side but I can't stop buying them! They are all so beautiful but i've narrowed it down to my top 5, so here we go.
1. Naked Palette

2. Naked 3 Palette

I'll review these 2 together because the quality of the eyeshadows are pretty much the same. These eyeshadows are an absolute dream to apply as they are so pigmented and blend so nicely. They are quite expensive but to me they are totally worth it. The packaging of both palettes are stunning and I particularly like how the mirrors are so big and clear. The palette also comes with a double ended brush which is the best touch ever. The Naked Palette ranges from lighter to darker shades of gold while the Naked 3 is full of pinky nudes which I think suit me best.
3. Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette

This palette is literally the cutest! I love Too Faced packing. They really go the extra mile to make their products stand out. This palette is based around a chocolate bar as shown by the packaging, the smell (yes the eyeshadows actually smell like chocolate), and the names of the eyeshadows. I am obsessed with the colours that have been chosen for this palette. They give you so many looks for so many different styles. My favourite shade shade is probably marzipan. With that all over my lid with one of the matte browns in the crease is perfect!
4. Tarte Tartlette Palette

This palette is the most beautiful and sophisticated thing I have ever seen. The eyeshadows look absolutely gorgeous when applied as a natural look. I think this is the perfect matte palette out. It has every matte shade you could ever need. My favourite thing to do it apply maybe 2 or 3 shades on my lid and crease and then finish off with a MAC glitter pot.
5. Sleek Storm Palette

I love sleek! They do such good quality eyeshadows for a great price. If you don't have the money for a high end palette then sleek is where to look. Their eyeshadows are just as creamy and pigmented. The storm palette is my favourite and is definitely my most used. The shades are perfect for an all over the lid colour and are super easy and quick to blend. The names of the shadows are super cool and I like how the colours vary quite a bit.
That's it for todays post. We hope you have had a lovely day and we look forward to seeing you next time.
love carly&lauren x

happy fathers day!!

our dad's do so much for us, so I think it's only fair that we make this day as special as ever for them. I always make sure that I put in as much effort as possible for the person who deserves it the most. I hope you all had a beautiful day whatever you got up to. I thought it would be nice to show you what I did. enjoy!

surprising dad with breakfast and presents-

outfit of the day-

taking dad out shopping-

attempting to bake blueberry muffins while watching his fav movie-

love lauren&carly x

winter fashion trends 2016

Hello everyone, welcome to today's post! I'm going to be sharing with you 8 fashion pieces that have been trending this winter.

1. Cigarette Trousers
These pants are the rage at the moment! I love how you can dress them up or down. My personal favourite are the pin-striped ones. You can dress these pants with a simplistic white shirt or a statement piece top.

2. Velvet Chokers
I LOVE these at the moment. They add so much to an outfit it's unbelievable! These chokers are perfect to dress up any outfit and they go with everything!

3. Bardot Tops

These tops are so gorgeous! They make your collarbones look GOOD AS. Bardot tops are more on the dressier side, but that doesn't mean you can't wear them casually. Pair this top with your fav pair of jeans and your good to go!

4. Denim Shearling Jackets

These jackets are the perfect necessity for winter. The fur collar adds a bit more jazz compared to a normal denim jacket. Pair this jacket with a plain top as you want this jacket to be a statement piece!

5. Layering Black Cami's

I'm not sure if you have seen this latest trend/combination, but I'm fully onboard!! A white t-shirt underneath a black camisole is so perfectly minimalistic! I love this combination it looks so smart! 

6. Keyhole Tops

Keyhole tops are a great addition to your wardrobe! I love the hole as it adds a unique touch to a top. These tops are also so versatile and you can pair it with anything imaginable!

7. Boyfriend Jeans

My essential for winter! Boyfriend jeans add a rustic touch to any outfit, and they're so comfy! I love my boyfriend jeans to death and treasure them dearly!

8. Bolo Tie Chokers

Lucky last, an accessory to add something more to an outfit! These chokers are so simplistic and I adore them! Pair them with a low scooped tee, even a v-neck, and it will look just amazing!

I hope you enjoyed this week's blog post and I hope it gave you a gentle push in the direction of the shopping centre to purchase some of these goodies!! See you next week at our next post!

Love, lauren&carly xx

selena gomez concert

hi everyone we are back!! A couple of weeks ago we went to selena game's concert and it was incredible. Selena was so professional and an amazing performer. We had so mush fun and we haven't stopped talking about it since. Her outfits were absolutely beautiful and so was her voice. DNCE were her opening act and I enjoyed them just as much. I'm so happy that I attended the concert and I really recommend you go see her next time she's in Australia. Enjoy the photos and we will be back soon xx

bath time must haves

I don't know about you guys, but having a bath is one of my favourite things to do!! They are just so relaxing and keep my mindset where I want it to be. No matter how bad my day was a nice bath will always lighten my mood. Although I love them, there are a few products that wouldn't make baths as good. This week I am going to share those with you. All these products make my baths absolutely gorgeous in colour and scent. They are also extremely beneficial for my skin too. So before I spend the whole day talking about how much I love baths, check out the products so you can enjoy them as much as I do.

love carly&lauren<3

collective haul!

Welcome back lovelies!! This week, we both went on a shopping spree, and because of the EOFY sales, we bought some great items! We thought we would share what we bought, so here they are!

http://cottonon.com/AU/p/cotton-on-women/open-back-archy-sweater/9344943130778.html?region=AU#prefn1=countrySpecificMarkets&pmin=0&prefv1=AU&region=AU&start=1

http://www.maccosmetics.com.au/product/13849/30735/Products/Makeup/Face/Powder/Mineralize-Skinfinish#/shade/Soft_%26_Gentle

https://www.target.com.au/p/future-you-faux-suede-lace-up-dress/59040422

https://www.priceline.com.au/bourjois-blush-2-5-g

http://www.hm.com/au/product/39241?article=39241-B

https://www.priceline.com.au/maybelline-superstay-better-skin-concealer-11-ml

http://mecca.com.au/too-faced/better-than-sex-mascara/I-016521.html

https://www.priceline.com.au/rimmel-wake-me-up-foundation-30-ml

I hope you enjoyed today's post! If you are interested in any of the products shown, click on the link below their pictures. We are both very happy with our purchases and can't wait to start using. Next week's post involves one item from our haul! Which one could it be? love, carly&lauren. xxx

how to survive winter!

Welcome back to another winter-themed post! Today I'm going to be sharing 8 tips that help me, and hopefully you survive winter. Let me show you how to get rid of those winter blues!!

1. Hot Drinks

Hot drinks are an essential at this time of year. Hot chocolates, coffees, tea, mochas, etc. My personal favourites are hot chocolates and chai lattes. A warm cup of your choice helps you warm up throughout the day. Cute mugs and cups are always a fun extra.

2. Netflix 

Nothing is better in winter then binge-watching your favourites tv shows and movies in bed (You don't need to have netflix to watch movies or tv shows online). I am currently watching three new tv shows and they give me something to look forward to after a long, cold day. 

3. Cosy Blankets and Socks

Stripy socks, fluffy socks, frilly socks are needed! Chuck on a pair of your favourite socks, grab a blanket and your all set. There is nothing worse than being cold, so rugging up in bed and around the house is key! Nothing is better than snuggling up in your favourite blanket which watching a movie! 

4. Reading

I love reading in winter, something about sitting next to the heater and digging your head in a book is the best! When its miserable weather outside, grab that book you've been wanting to read and do it! If your stuck for books to read, go see our post on our favourite books for winter! This is a photo of the book I'm reading next!

5. Winter Clothes

Shopping for clothes in winter is so exciting! I love all the coats, scarfs, jeans, bombers, boots, you name it. I also love looking for inspirations for outfits on pinterest!

6. Hot Baths

Who doesn't love a colourful, lush bath? In winter, a hot bath with a pop of colour will surely boost your mood. Adding bath salts, bubbles, bath bombs, make your baths feel so much more special. I particularly love lush bath bombs because they are so exciting and fizz vibrant colours and auras around your bath. Hot baths also make you feel very relaxed and prepare you for a great sleep, which leads me onto my 7th tip!

7. Getting a Good Sleep

Winter blues can make you feel extremely sad and exhausted. Also, being out in the cold all day causes you to want to jump right into bed. Make sure you get a good sleep so you can be happy and energetic the following day, putting the cold and winter blues behind you!!

8. Remember spring will eventually come!!

So, did you like it? I hope these 8 tips help you survive the rest of winter. Just remember, don't let rain and dark skies destroy your mood!!

love carly&lauren xxx