Wednesday Wishlist | Sports Luxe

Sports Chic by nancycamp1 featuring Christian Dior

River Island top / River Island jacket, £62 / New Look tapered leg pants / Adidas leather shoes, £115 / MICHAEL Michael Kors backpack / Sports watch, £205 / Christian Dior sunglasses, £500

So the Wednesday wishlist is back and today's theme is one that I have been lusting over for quite some time. The sports luxe trend is one of my current favourites, due to the classic combination of style and comfort. Who doesn't love to wear trainers, sweatshirts and still be classed as 'stylish?'

I have been obsessing over the iWatch ever since it launched but sadly the price tag is a little too indulgent for me. Apparently, the newest version (which they are due to release soon) will have FaceTime ability so maybe I'll wait and see.

As loads of you will know, my Michael Kors Rhea Backpack in pastel blue is one of my prised possessions but this new colour is a little too much for me to ignore. The grey shade is absolutely beautiful and it would work lovely with my new spring wardrobe. Do you think it's ever OK to own two colours of the same handbag? I'm sure Kim K would agree with me.

Slogan sweatshirts have been popping up all over the high-street, this one from River Island featuring two of my favourite top models, Kendall and Gigi, is definitely something I'll be purchasing after pay-day. I love the metallic writing and the crisp colour of the sweatshirt - a defo wardrobe must-have for these recent freezing mornings.

I have been after a bomber jacket for a while now and on my hunt for the perfect one I decided that padded ones do not work for me. This could be due to me being slightly petite and shorter in the body but I found that non-padded ones, styled correctly, could work better for me. This grey one from River Island, would work very well into my wardrobe

What's on your wishlist? Comment below

Nx

Beauty Edit | My Favourite Nudes

Happy Monday guys!

I thought I'd kick off this week with a beauty post on one of my favourite topics... MATTE NUDES.

I think Spring is the perfect time for matte nudes as prints and pastels are starting to sneak their way into our wardrobes and we can finally say goodbye to the dark berry toned lipsticks of winter. 

It seems like all thanks to Kylie Jenner, and her Lip Kits (which I'm yet to purchase) matte nudes have been having a bit of a moment. Almost every top make-up house, from drug-store to high-end, have introduced a matte nude into their collections. So I thought now would be a perfect time to run you through some of my favourites.  

First up has to be my trusty and Holy Grail beauty favourite, MAC Velvet Teddy. 

For me, this has to be one of the best nudes for my skin tone. It works perfectly for an everyday nude and teams nicely with numerous eye-shadow looks from night to day. It's the only nude I turn to as it's not drying and applies beautifully. I use this with the MAC Lip Pencil in the colour, Whirl. The two together are a dream team so if you're looking for a nude and have mid-brown hair colour with brown eyes, then I thoroughly recommend, Velvet Teddy. 

Next up, is the Rouge Edition Lipstick from Bourjois in the shade 02, Beige Trench.

This has to be my one of my favourites, due to its 'your lips but better' appeal. It is the ultimate nude, perfect for those days with minimal make-up. It gives your lips that hint of colour without being overpowering - it's so natural. If you're looking for a high-street naked nude - then this is for you.

The newest addition to my nudes is the, Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lipcolour, in the shade, Seduction.

Other than its amazing chocolate/ caramel smell, this nude is rapidly becoming one of my staples. Revlon released these lip lacquers earlier this year with a great range of colours from berry tones to reds. They are super moisturising and extremely long-lasting, everything you could possibly want from a nude. The tapered wand allows the product to glide on evenly and reach those hard-to-get-to places. All round - a thumbs up from me. 

Last but not least, is my darker nude, which is the KIKO Velvet Matte Satin Lipstick, in the shade 06, Rosy Brown. This lipstick is for the slightly darker days with more heavier make-up and not every day wear. It's velvet texture is a dream to apply and leaves the lips feeling so luxurious despite its relatively cheap price tag. For a darker toned nude, this works perfectly for me and it's sleek rose gold packaging makes it even more exciting. If you're heading to KIKO, make sure this is in your basket. 

I'd love to hear what nudes you're loving this season, use the hashtag #NancyEllen's on Insta or tweet me, @NCampopiano.

Nx

Ps, I'm uploading a new collab video over on my YouTube channel tomorrow, so make you tune in at 6pm to like, share and subscribe...

Room Update | Rose Gold and Blush

Happy Saturday guys! 

So, as some of you know I recently redecorated my room and I thought now would be a great time to share some pictures with you. The theme is rose gold and blush, which was at times, very challenging as some of the items were very hard to source but rose gold spray paint was my savour and definitely saved me money. I was able to transform old furnishings into new ones, which was amazing and fun to do.  The knick-knack items were from all high-street/ budget stores including Tesco, ASDA, IKEA and Matalan. 

If you'd like to know where any item in particular is from, then comment below and I will get back to you. Also, if you've seen any rose gold items on the high-street or thinking of redecorating with this theme, I'd love to hear from you. Tweet me @NCampopiano. 

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mother's Day Gift Guide by nancycamp1 featuring KitchenAid

It’s the day we celebrate the greatest woman in our lives. This Mothering Sunday (March 6) treat your favourite lady to something special. With that Friday feeling and the sun shining, it’s not too late to find the perfect gift.

I have put together a gift/ inspo guide to finding mum the perfect gift this year. I think I’ve covered every type of mum here - for the beauty queen, lipsticks and perfume are always a good idea and of course, the high-street has some fabulous alternatives.

For the house proud mum, kitchen accessories, candles and homewares are great for gifting. And finally, for the trendy mummy, handbags and jewellery are always a failsafe.

Of course some of these items may be a little outside your price range but they can offer some inspiration. Don’t forget to tweet me your high-street alternatives @NCampopiano.

Have a great Mother’s Day.

Nx

Beauty Edit | Three Best Matte Red Lipsticks for Valentine’s Day

The perfect red lipstick is so hard to find. With so many hues, shades and finishes it’s almost impossible to find the perfect red lip for the most romantic day of the year. 

My favourite red lip has to have a matte finish – its super long lasting, on trend and used with the correct lip liner it can transform any make-up look into a killer pout.

 For today’s post, I’m going to run you through some of my favourite matte red lipsticks to rock on V-day with a mixture of products from drugstore to high-street.

 Kate Moss’ Rimmel Matte Lipstick, Wine 107: £5.49 

This is one of my favourite drug store lipsticks, EVER. I always have two of these on-the-go just in case. The dark wine colour is so special and still to this day I am yet to find a high-end alternative with a similar hue and finish. It’s really long lasting and isn’t drying, which is really important in a matte lipstick. It also smells of water melons, which is a massive bonus! I think this shade is perfect for Valentine’s and for the winter season due to its dark wine tone. Teamed with a cat eye flick and a smokey eye – you’ve got a great look for date night.

MAC Retro, Ruby Woo: £15.50 

Ruby Woo is one of my favourite bright red lipsticks. It’s the perfect colour pop and the one and only statement red lips on the beauty scene. It is very long lasting, the only downside being it is very drying. I tend to apply a lip balm before application to combat this. I have been using Charlotte Tilbury’s Lip Magic, before my lip liner, which does help to moisturise. Other than that, there aren’t any other problems with this shade. It’s my turn-to for outfits that need a burst of colour, the Christmas period and of course for Valentine’s Day. I like to use this with a gold sparkly eye and doll-like eyelashes for the perfect dinner date. 

Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution, Red Carpet Red: £23.00 

This is one red lipstick that only comes out at special occasions and of course Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse. It’s the most expensive on the list but one of my favourite brands, EVER. The creamy and velvet consistency is an absolute dream to apply. It’s slightly darker in shade compared to, Mac Ruby Woo, but so much more luxurious and not drying on the lips. Its rose gold packaging is truly beautiful and makes it stand out amongst the rest. If you’re looking for a staple red lipstick for your make-up collection then this is the one for you. Team this with heavy liquid eyeliner for a movie night holding hands. 

 How will you be spending your Valentine’s Day? Tweet me @NCampopiano

Bedroom Edit | Blush and Rose Gold Room Inspo

Blush and Rose Gold Room Inspo by nancycamp1 featuring metal lighting

For some of you that don't know, I think it's safe to say I have a rose gold obsession. From jewellery to décor - everything with a pinky, metallic hue has to be mine. 

This month I'm re-decorating my bedroom, can you guess the theme? I have pulled some inspiration from my favourite curation site, Polyvore. 

As you can see, some of this stuff is slightly out of my price range but it's great to pull inspiration and find high-street alternatives that are in my budget.

I have been using Pinterest for this too - you can check out my board 'Room Re-design' on my page, @nancycamp01. 

I definitely love the idea of using rose gold spray paint to update my current furnishings. I'm going to use this for some wooden frames and cabinets I have. 

I can't wait to start - I'm already de-cluttering my room and getting rid of some things I no longer need. I'm going more streamlined this time around - less 'knick-knack' items and more clean and classic. 

My room at the moment has a 'shabby chic' theme to it with plenty of florals and lilac walls. I am so desperate to renovate this as I feel it's a little outdated. 

I think the rose gold and blush pink theme is perfect for a bedroom with its warm hues but it also gives any room a modern twist as well. 

These are some of the items I would really like to add into my room for the ultimate rose gold make over. 

I'd love to know what you think or if you've found any rose gold items on your travels.  

Nx

Skincare Edit: My Three Favourite Cleansers

I love using cleansers - there is truly no greater feeling than freshly cleaned skin at the end of a long day. At the moment I have three cleaners on-the-go. These range from the cheaper/drug store ones to more premium brands but I have to say they all do an amazing job.

My everyday cleanser and no.1 turn-to-option is always Garnier's Micellar Water. Ever since the cleansing/ Micellar water launched it revolutionised my cleansing routine and totally ruled out face wipes for me. It's simple, easy- to-use nature is great for any beauty novice looking for something new to spice up their skincare routine.

I remove my make-up using the cleansing water with a large face pad to wipe the day away. During the week I will use this as my everyday make-up look isn't too involved so the Micellar water is perfect. It does leave the skin feeling clean but it's not that deep clean feel you get with a balm or mask but it does a pretty good job. You can pick this up in any drug store or supermarket.

If I want to do a mid-week cleansing mask - I'll turn to my Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Skin Clay Mask. I do like this product but I would say it doesn't live up to all its expectations but it is good for a cleansing mask. I got this in my Charlotte Tilbury advent calender in December and have been using it ever since.  I start by applying a thick layer onto the skin and leaving it for 10 minutes and then washing off using warm water. You do get a soft skin, clean feel but I wouldn't say it tightens pores etc. For a good cleaning mask - I would definitely recommend this although it is on the pricer end of the scale.

If I've worn a lot of heavy make-up or if my pores feel clogged up I'll turn to my thick, balm cleanser, Emma Hardie's Moringa Cleansing Balm. I have to say this is one of my favourite cleansers I'm using at the moment. It's very nourishing and so moisturising on the skin - there is no cleaner feeling. I usually use this before bed. I start by massaging the balm into my face using some warm water and then removing all traces of make-up and dirt with the muslin cloths it comes with. 

This balm is one of my favourite skincare products and I always enjoy using it. It really rejuvenates my skin, which I've never been able to recreate with any other product. Although this does break the bank, think of it as a skin investment. I promise you won't change your mind.

What are your favourite cleansers? I'd love to hear.