OOTD: Pastels for Spring + Pantone's Colours of the Year 2016

OOTD: Pastels for Spring + Pantone's Colours of the Year 2016

Tuesday, 19 April 2016

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With Spring in full bloom, I thought it would be appropriate to share with you a Spring-inspired OOTD. As you all probably know I love my neutrals but with warmer weather on the way and the sun burning hotter each day which I personally don't like, I'm trying to incorporate more pastel-inspired pieces into my outfits and wardrobe. Additionally, this casual outfit was inspired by this year's Pantone Colours of the Year - Rose Quartz and Serenity. 

Also, if you're interested these are how the Executive Director of the Pantone Colour Institute described each colour.

Rose Quartz: The soothing, calming nature of colours in the Spring collections are led by PANTONE 13-1520 Rose Quartz, a persuasive yet gentle tone that conveys compassion and a sense of composure. Like a serene sunset, flushed cheek or budding flower, Rose Quartz reminds us to reflect on our surroundings during the busy but light-hearted spring and summer months.

Serenity: Weightless and airy, like the expanse of the blue sky above us, PANTONE 15-3919 Serenity comforts with a calming effect, bringing a feeling of respite even in turbulent times. A transcendent blue, Serenity provides us with a naturally connected sense of space.

Wearing : Jeans – Next | Top – George | Shoes – Asos | Scarf – Gift

Review & Swatches: Pupa Milano | DOT SHOCK Miss Pupa Lipstick in 001*

Review & Swatches: Pupa Milano | DOT SHOCK Miss Pupa Lipstick in 001*

Sunday, 10 April 2016

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Pupa Milano has just brought out a new Limited Edition Collection by the name of DOT SHOCK just in time for Spring.  This new collection is a modern and colourful interpretation of the Polka Dots trend.

Pupa Milano in Malta kindly sent me one of the Miss Pupa Lipsticks from the DOT SHOCK Collection in the shade 001 – Sugar Peach. The lipstick itself goes on quite sheer giving the lips a hint of a peachy coral hue and a semi-transparent wet finish. Another great thing about this lipstick is that you can build the colour to a medium coverage. 

These lipsticks are concocted to enhance the volume of your lips naturally as a result of the cotton extract in the lipsticks, leaving your lips soft and captivating. In terms of longevity it’s not the most long-lasting of lipsticks due to it being almost a tinted lip balm but it fades beautifully and it’s easy to re-apply. The lipstick is also dermatologically tested, paraben-free and contains SPF 15 which is a definite bonus for an affordable lipstick retailing at €13.50. 

The only downside I found to this lipstick is that it tends to settle in fine lines/ dry patches and that I don’t personally enjoy the taste of it but despite this issue I still find it quite enjoyable to wear especially for that fresh and natural looking makeup look!

The collections consists of 7 new products: Dot Shock Eyeshadow Palette, Vamp! Stylo Liner, Dot Shock Blush, Miss Pupa Lipstick, Dot Shock Balmy Gloss, and last but not least, the Lasting Colour Gel and Velvet Matt Polish. So if you come across a Pupa stand containing the DOT SHOCK Collection, do check it out as it contains some gorgeous pieces as you can see below. 

I can’t wait for more sunny days so that I can rock this Spring-Summer shade! 

Hope you found this review helpful!

-T