SPOTLIGHT: Last Quarter 2016 Fave LOTD's - Nudes, Bricks & Bronzes...

Gotta get my skates on with this final part of the series so I can post my top 2016 favourites - I'll probably combine one or two of the colour families into a single post to speed things along, but let's start with the Nudes, Bricks & Bronzes...

In the past some of you lovelies have commented "Kats, you can wear ANY colour", but it's not entirely true. Nudes and I are not an ideal match - some look better (or worse) than others, but the fact is that even the "right" nude really doesn't do me any favours. There's a certain depth of colour that I need in a lip product, or else it's all over red rover, and I look like I've been in bed for a week with a virus. This first one (Vani-T Mineral Lip Colour) was so kindly gifted at the Bloggers United AU Event last year - it's the one that comes in a case that's set with clear faceted jewels, absolutely gorgeous to look at, delightfully hydrating formula, long wearing, but La Femme is pale pale pale, and I barely get away with it. The Ulta3 Brown Sugar is a tad deeper, and therefore I feel more at ease wearing it, although it's nowhere near the lip comfort level of the Vani-T ♥...

This Colourpop Ultra Matte Beeper is way more my kind of nude, quite comfy considering it's a matte liquid, and the NYX Sandstorm scrapes in by a butterfly's eyelash colour-wise - I reckon browny nudes suit me better than pinky ones, probably a skin-tone thing ♥...

Once we start heading into the bricky hues, I can relax as there's far more vibrancy to prevent me from looking crook. The Colourpop Ultra Satin is a super comfortable formula, not as non-drying as I'd hoped, but I've only worn it once so there's plenty of time ahead to experiment with under-balms etc. The L'Oreal Forever Frappe is verging on being an orange, but I included it here because when compared with other oranges, it looks almost brown ♥...

Adore this Revlon Abstract Orange - again I haven't bundled this with the other oranges as it's really more brick by comparison, and the L'Oreal Resilient Raisin doesn't have enough pink in it to include it with the berries. Both of these have beautifully moist formulas ♥...

Only eight this time, and not a bronze in sight - I'm blaming it on Spring, which is when I'm inspired by all the blossoms and really hit the pinks. Next post will be Corals, Mauves & Pinks, and there's a lot more variety ♥...

Do you reckon any of these would suit you?

Take care of you,
kats xxx

SPOTLIGHT: Bloggers United AU Sydney Event...

Last Sunday was a very special day for me - I attended the Bloggers United AU Sydney Event at The Sheraton Four Points Hotel, Darling Harbour, and had an absolute ball. I've been aching to make it to one of these gatherings ever since BUA started in February 2015, and for once, the stars aligned so I could be there ♥  Warning: picture heavy post!...

Bloggers United AU is the brainchild of Jasmine & Nikita to bring bloggers together to make new friends, increase their exposure, and in general provide a supportive community for the Aussie blogging world. They have representatives all round Australia, and on Sunday we had the absolute pleasure to meet the gorgeous Sydney representatives Rachel & Sarah, as well as Nikita from Melbourne...

I was over the moon to catch up with some of the fabulous friends I've made since I started blogging three years ago, and the first beauty I spotted when I arrived was the beautiful Ingrid from FabulousandFunLife ♥ This talented and lovely lady is a major player in the blogging world, from her first class, honest and informative posts to her weekly Monday Makeup Madness Link Up Party ♥...

I had no idea who would be attending, but I literally jumped for joy when I spotted the stunning Barbe from FashionistaInSuburbia. This woman is just plain gorgeous, and even more beautiful in person! Barbe's blog is THE place to go to for anything beauty related, but in my opinion, this gal is a magical stylist - if you're looking for inspiration for a makeover for your face, hair or wardrobe, then look no further ♥...

I was also super excited to see darling Leah from TemporaryPrincess again, but sadly somehow I didn't end up with a photo with this glam and unbelievably supportive babe - boo! And of course so many other lovelies (e.g. Amy from Bottled Beauty, Lily from Lily, Not Louise and Marisa from Marisa Robinson just to mention a few) that I've been chatting with for a while - awesome to have the opportunity to meet them all ♥...

The particular event was sponsored by BarryM, the No.1 UK cosmetic & nail brand, and we met their talented and superlicious representative Sammy from Bare Beauty. Her enthusiasm for the industry is totally infectious. I'm not all that familiar with BarryM brand, but that's about to change as it's available in BigW, and ridiculously affordable. Everyone was gifted with this cute-as makeup pouch, containing two divine nail polishes, and a Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit which isn't even on the shelves yet!...

After the initial champagne-fuelled meet-and-greet, we were treated to some highly informative talks by the panel of lovelies - these ladies sure know their blogging business, and I so appreciated them sharing their advice, and learning from their experiences ♥ There was something for everyone in these presentations, from beginners to long-time bloggers ...

Sarah, Nikita, Rachel & Sammy

We were also gifted with one of these yummy sweet treats from thedessertstudio especially made for the event - it was killing me not to eat it straight away (delicious vanilla shortcake), but I resisted so I could include it in the photo shoot above and below lol ♥....

We had lunch in between the sessions, and I thoroughly enjoyed inhaled the smorgasbord of tantalising international refreshments. This was followed by more advice from the panel experts, and then before we knew it, sadly it was time to wrap up the day. But not before we were given this amazing assortment of beauty products from a wide variety of brands. I'll be reviewing these products over the next few months...wait, who am I kidding, it will take me a year to get through all these!..

Way too many pictures for one post, so keep an eye out for my follow-up where I'll individually detail the products above. But for now, here's a teaser from Vani-T - Bronzing Silk Self Tan Cream with a tanning mitt that's like no other, it's so incredibly plush and soft like velour velvet...

The Mineral Lip Liner will get a work out this week, and how about this Mineral Lip Colour? I remember seeing one on another blog and thinking it was the ultimate in packaging - so glam and glossy, and that whoever designed this has their finger on the female pulse. I for one regard my lipsticks as the jewels in my makeup crown, and this one is literally a gem ♥...

I'm so thankful I was able to make it to one of these masterful gatherings, and honoured to be part of the Bloggers United AU community. Thank you Nikita, Rachel, Sarah & Sammy for a brilliant day - Jasmine, I'll catch up with you next time babe! ♥...

Take care of you,

kats xxx

P.S. Don't forget to check out Ingrid's Monday Makeup Madness Link Up Party ♥