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5 Must Have Looks for Autumn 2016

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Winter is coming…and with it a whole new range to shop in every store! These are some of my favourite looks from the likes of Balenciaga, Prada, Celine and Gucci that are certain to be huge hits on the High Street and hopefully my wardrobe too!

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Velvet Everything

A/W 2016 velvet will be huge! If like me you have had a velvet choker super glued to you for most of 2016 then Autumn will not disappoint. Whether its velvet and jewelled choker, a cute work pinafore or a flowing gown you need some velvet in your life next season.

Sparkles

Alexander McQueen has set the standard for the barely there sparkle dress but I’m sure the High Street will be quick to develop their own little gems. Nude, Black and Sparkle’s that resemble the Milky Way will be everything…and I cannot wait!

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A Sweet Heart Neckline

The most adorable of all the necklines will be back with a bang but not always on pretty a line dresses as you would expect. Sweet Hearts will be given an edge and layered with knitwear and outerwear. This Dior combo (left) is my personal favourite but Kenzo  were a close second with this look below…maybe minus the boots.

 

Luxe Sportswear

Even Balenciaga have joined in with this trend showing puffer jackets and wide collared sports coats. With this surge of Luxe Sportswear hitting the run way , Top Shop recently announcing their collaboration with Addidas and of course Beyoncé’s Ivy Park range; Will it soon be perfectly acceptable to go everywhere in leggings, a hoody and trainers? Pobably not, but I cetrtaintly will be making maximum use of this look when possible!

 

The Statement Mac

I don’t mean your average cream, beige or black mac, next season will all be about Mac’s in colours, textures and even animal print. River Island are already a head of the game with this Leopard Print Over Coat and I think the rest of the High Street Stores will be soon to follow.

 

Who else is kind of excited for the return of wearing black (even more), boots, jumpers and sparkles!!!??

Love Lottie xxx

My Top 5 Beauty Products For Summer

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Summer is all about easy, natural, glowing and effortless looks. These are my favourite products for Summer and the looks to go with it!

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1 NYX Born to Glow Liquid Illuminator

This liquid illuminator will give you the ultimate glow, you can use it to highlight your brow and cheek bone by placing it over your foundation or mix it with your foundation for an all over dewy glow. At only £7 it’s a total bargain and the little tube lasts longer than you would think. My favourite colour is Pure Gold.

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2 Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick

Summer is all about effortlessness and ABH Liquid Lippy’s give amazing colour and one application lasts all day. My favourite summer colour is Dolce, a nudey peach, perfect for every summer occasion. If you really want your colour to last and don’t want to fall victim to the dreaded crumbly croissant mouth make sure you exfoliate your lips before applying! This can be done with a unused soft bristled mascara brush and Vaseline or a simple sugar scrub. You can make one by mixing the following ingredients:

-A tablespoon of brown sugar or white sugar
-A dash of honey (just enough to make the sugar really stick together) OR a bit of olive oil/coconut oil
-A teeny tiny little drop of vanilla (it makes it smell yummy, but isn’t necessary.)

ABH is priced at $20 which is around £15, these Lipsticks are so popular they sell our fast it took me three attempts to get Dolce!

3 Clarins Multi Active Day  – Lotion

Although I love a bargain its sometimes worth it to pay that little bit extra when it comes to your skin. Clarins Multi Active Day Lotion is light and easy to apply leaving you moisturised, protected to SPF 15 but not feeling sticky or weighed down. This is priced at £42 but if you shop at Boots they always have great offers and bonus’s on making the value for money great!

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4 Brown Mascara

Sometimes black mascara can be a little heavy and summer is all about the “no make up” look. If you are looking for a relaxed summer day time look or want a look that will look great on those light summer nights I would recommend using brown mascara on your lower lashes. It really opens up your eyes while keeping a natural look. Everyone has their favourite mascara wands but I would recommend Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Mascara, the soft brush hits every lash with out creating too much separation.  Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Mascara is available at most super markets and high street pharmacy’s for £7.99.

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5 Clarins Multi Blush

If you want a light dewy look cream blusher is a must, Clarins Multi Blush is applied as a cream but transforms into a light powder upon application. It is easy to use and the cute compact is perfect to slip into your bag on those long summer days out. It lasts really well in the heat and is something I pack for every holiday when I want to feel glam around the pool or at a party. My favourite shade is 05 Rose and this amazing blush is priced at £18.50 but will last you all summer long.

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Love Lottie xxx

 

 

All Hail Queen B!!! – The Formation Tour UK

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The UK leg of the Formation Tour has started with a bang and what better place to start than the North East of England! Like most girls born in the late 80’s and 90’s Beyoncé is my idol and when I managed to get Gold Circle 1 tickets I squealed, jumped and cartwheeled with excitement.

On Monday night I could barely sleep and jumped out of bed on Tuesday morning to panic buy a rain appropriate outfit. Yes, unfortunately in true North East style it was bucketing down with no signs of clearing up. After an hour of unsuccessful shopping I decided I would just own the rain, get wet and flick my hair around “Drunk In Love” style.

I wore some mega ripped Mom Jeans with a white crop, white Chuck Taylor’s and a silk bomber. I felt like I could of been in the background of one of the Grown Woman flashbacks!

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I was heading to Bey with 4 of my best friends which is the only way to go! People scrambled for the plastic poncho’s but we marched through the crowd’s in the brightly coloured sunglasses that were being given out to the crowds, not letting anything rain on our parade. As we walked in we were handed goodie bags filled with a poncho, towel and sunglasses. We were then given VIP badges making us feel like Beyoncé herself.

DJ Khalid was the support and we danced in the rain waiting for Bey to grace us with her presence. She started with the girl anthem of 2016, Formation rocking that huge hat as the giant screen in the middle of the stage turned. We were then taken through ALL of the hits, all the way back to Destiny’s Child….but to everyone’s surprise there was no sign of Single Ladies! Maybe Lemonade and the revelations into Bey and Jay’s marriage that have been came from it has made the singer change her mind about encouraging girls to “put a ring on it” and would rather empower women to be strong, independent and show that girls really do run the world. (YASSS QUEEN)

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It was an emotional rollercoaster, I’m not sure if that is because of the moving heartfelt lyrics of Lemonade or the atmosphere in the Golden Circle but as she belted out Freedom me and my Bestest belted it out too with tears streaming down our face. She closed with Halo turning everyone into emotional wrecks, even me, which I still cannot believe as I’m known as an Ice Queen (emotion isn’t really my thing). Beyoncé’s powerful presence clearly had an effect on me.

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If you are going to a one of the Formation Tour dates, you are in for the best concert of your life. The staging, 36 song set list, dancers and overall show was phenomenal but for someone to sing, dance and perform like that all at once, (without breaking a sweat) is beyond amazing and something to be admired. All Hail Queen B!!!!!

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Love Lottie xxx

P.S. THAT ASS!!!!!!!

 

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NYC Looks – Perfect Outfits for New York Pt 1

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I’ve been exploring New York for 3 days now and have crammed in seeing everything from West Village to the Upper East Side.These have been my looks and most importantly where I got them!

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1 – Drinks in the West Village

Jeans – Mom Jeans, Topshop – £42

Top – Basic Crop Top (Tall), Topshop – £6

Blazer – Zara – £65

Shoes – Zara – £29.99

Bag  – Chanel, Handbag Clinic – £2300

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Look 2 – Exploring Long Island City

T-Shirt Dress9 – Cara, BooHoo.com – £8

Denim Jacket – Oversized Denim Jacket, Topshop  – £45

Shoes -White Classic Van’s (Dammmnn) – £45

Sunglasses – So Real, Christian Dior – £240

Bag – Chanel, Handbag Clinic – £2300

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Look 3 – Brunch

Sun Dress – Lace Insert Sundress, Topshop – £29

Denim Jacket – Oversized Denim Jacket, Topshop  – £45

Boots – Suede Heeled Ankle Boots (Tan), River island – £65

Sunglasses – Sideral,  Christian Dior  – £290

Bag – Chanel, Handbag Clinic – £2300

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Love Lottie xxx

Classic Glam – Make Up Look

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This week my favourite Make Up look was this glam, 40’s feel look I wore on Saturday night. Red lips and a serious eyeliner flick is always creates a dramatic, glam look, perfect for a Saturday night out with the girls! All the products I used are listed below and I recommend every single one. The NYX Eyeliner Mousse in Epic Black is my new favourite product, so easy to use, creates a dramatic deep black line and at only £9 from Boots I think its a bargain!

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Face

Clarins Everlasting foundation, Shade 112 –£28

MAC blusher – The blush I used was limited edition from a little while ago, but Plum Foolery is a very close match!  – £18.50

NYX Powder Contour Pallet – £18

Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Pallet (Crushed Pearl) – $40

Urban Decay Setting Spray – £22

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Eyes

NYX Matte Eyeshdow, Lap Dance – £3.50

MAC Eyeshadow, Brown Down – £13

Urban Decay Eyeshadow, Riff – £14

MAC pigment, Vanilla – £16

NYX, Eyeliner Mousse, Epic Black – £9

H&M eye pencil, Panther – £3.99

H&M Mascara, Best Curl Friend – £7.99

Eylure Cheryl Lashes, Girls Night – £6

Lips

Christian Louboutin, Rouge Satin – £65

NYX Slide On Lip Pencil – Red Tape – £5.50

Brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills brow definer, Soft Brown – $23

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Love Lottie xx

 

 

One of a kind

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This week I met with an artist who is offering his services which allows you to make your bag as unique as you are. Rocky Mazzilli is the man behind these amazing pieces pictured below and soon you will be able to book an exclusive appointment with him in our store in Islington.

Rocky is certainly one of a kind and has been taking the fashion industry by storm with his brand Year Zero for many years. His clients include Pharrell Williams, Jason Derulo and even Queen B herself (that’s Beyoncé in case you don’t worship at the church of Yonce).

I sat down with Rocky and his super cool Mum Louise Michielsens in the Blue Bird, Chelsea to see what he had created with three Louis Vuitton bags I recently sent him. I was blown away!

I know there will be some Handbag lovers who may feel this is sacrilege as these are beautiful bags to begin with but I personally think if you want to make something completely yours, make your mark, express yourself then why not. I definitely love the results and cannot wait to create my own design!

These amazing designs and many,many more will be available from Handbag Clinic very soon with prices starting at £100.

Love Lottie xoxo

 

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Peachy Keen Jelly Bean – Spring Make Up Look

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In Spring I love peach, peach nails, shoes, accessories but mainly peach make up. This peach look is perfect for sunny days and long summer nights.

I love H&M’s new make-up range, its great quality for an even better price. Their Lip Liners are the best I have ever used and the lipsticks are great too.

I bought most of my Anastasia Beverly Hills goodies in the states but if you are after them in the UK try https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk. I’ve ordered some ABH items from them and I’m never disappointed.

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Eyes

H&M eyeshadow, Life’s a Peach – £4.99

H&M liquid liner, Charcoal Spark – £4.99

MAC pigment, Vanilla – £16

MAC eyeshadow, Shroom – £13.00

H&M eye pencil, Panther – £3.99

L’Oréal, Miss. Manga mascara – £8.99

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Face

Clarins Everlasting foundation, Shade 112 –£28

Anastasia Beverly Hills glow pallet (Mimosa) – $40

MAC blusher, Peaches – £18.50

MAC bronzing powder, Refined Golden – £22

Lips

H&M lip definer, Marsala -£3.99

H&M lipstick, Seashell – £7.99

Anastasia Beverly Hills lip gloss, Sunset Strip – $16

Brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills brow definer, Caramel – $23

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Have a peachy May!

Love Lottie xx

Crazy about CoCo

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Calling all Handbag Lovers,

This week I’ve planned a Social Media event for Handbag Clinic all about Chanel. Chanel will always be my absolute favourite. I dream of the day when I buy my first Chanel Double Flap Classic that’s actually for me.

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I authenticate Chanel’s on a daily basis and it never gets boring. Call me dull but I love the fact I know which brand of press stud should be on a 1988 Chanel classic or how many stitches per inch that iconic quilted pattern should have. Each bag is made to the highest standard and every element of a modern day of the classic 2.55 relates back to Mademoiselle Privé’s original design from February 1955!

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I’ve saved these little beauties for the event, which will be available to purchase from today in Handbag Clinic stores.

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Contact details of the stores can be found at https://www.handbagclinic.co.uk/ or you can follow us on Facebook or Instagram, @handbagclinic .
If you love Chanel or any other brands and want more information leave a comment and I will happily write something up!
Love Lottie xxx

 

A little about Lottie

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This is my first ever blog post, wish me luck!

So a little about me, I’m Charlotte, 26 from Newcastle. Like most girls I love style, beauty and travelling and I’m lucky enough to travel some of the most amazing places and I work in fashion so thought why not write about it.

My job is buying Handbag’s (pretty cool I know), I buy designer handbags in all shapes and sizes which are all available to buy at Handbag Clinic. Handbag Clinic is a company started by my husband after he had amazing success with Furniture Clinic. In short we buy, sell and restore handbags. I will definitely will be doing a post on this as its such an interesting concept and of course a huge part of my life.

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Outside of work I’m huge on fashion, the only thing I love more than finding the perfect outfit is planning the perfect outfit and of course, hair and make up to go with it. Handbags are my first true love, I have always been crazy about them. When I was 16 I used to save everything I had to go buy a DKNY handbag from House of Fraser and have been obsessed with bags ever since. So if you like handbags you’re in the right place!

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The only thing that I’d rather do than shop for handbags is travel! If you get the opportunity to go any where in the world and I mean ANYWHERE, go see it, experience it. You wont regret it. I’ve been to some places I never would have chosen and fell in love instantly. There is nothing better than those kind of trips!

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I hope my future posts will be helpful and of course entertaining! If pictures are more your thing you can follow me on Instagram @lottie_helen

Love Lottie xx