So I took these photos sometime during the summer holidays as it was an improvement from what it used to look like. But, I've actually updated it again a.k.a made it a bit neater.
I've got heaps of space in the shelving sections, but I don't really like folding my clothes so I just hang them all up. I just fold away things like sheets, hoodies, towels, tshirts, work clothes and random jeans/shorts. And everything else like underwear, socks, bras, bikinis I put into drawers.
Now, I've sort of taken out a bit from my winter/coat section and replaced them with some new (and warmer) clothing, tidied the top storage shelf and just rearranged the sections.
I always keep nicer and sturdier shoe boxes (like my Senso ones) because they're good for storing shoes that I don't wear frequently. The suitcase was really bugging me so I put it on the top shelf and made the whole section just for shoes. I put all my shoes in my wardrobe because there's not much space in the shoe cupboard outside (it's filled with so many shoes already which aren't mine) and I like to see what I have depending on what outfit I'm going to wear.
Also, I am aware that I own a crap ton of jeans, yes. Jeans have been my work 'uniform' for the last 7 years or so and I basically live in them and I'm trying to justify myself to myself so I'll just stop right here haha. But I shall do a winter staples and denim staples post soon yay! IT'S FINALLY WINTER!
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Under a Fig Tree | Update
Hello everyone, I'm back!
Back, as in I just left this space to be for a while because I have been doing other stuff e.g. working, studying, sleeping. I haven't really been doing much for the last few months, I've just been trying to survive working and studying and paying rent, the usual.
My room has has some major updates, which I will post soon. My wardrobe also has had some drastic changes and my shoe collection which has changed (I've sold some old pairs and bought some new). I no longer have a large collection of boots (first time in... almost 10 years?).
I also have some new makeup bits (some really exciting stuff I've got recently!!!). You can say that I have been purchasing a bunch of stuff over the last few months (thanks to my insomnia x mood at night... hehe).
I wanted to post about this candle though, it's my ultimate favourite. It's not sickly, it's subtle, it's fresh and warm. I purchased it from feelunique when it was on special--it was well worth the money. It was $28.80 when I bought it, before feelunique made some major changes to their website and charges now for shipping to Australia...
So after burning the entire candle, I can say it is SO SO nice. The only down side is that it doesn't quite burn as evenly as brands like Glasshouse and Ecoya. It tunnels down the centre a bit, but it goes away if you burn it for a few hours every time you light it.
I went back to Brisbane in March and then Early this month for a few days just for a little break and to see my little canine sister Gemma. I honestly wouldn't visit that often if it weren't for her haha! Even though my fam got her the day before I left, I've visited so many times that she knows who I am and gets excited to a new level when she sees me! She's a Labrador (but her papa is half border collie) so she's a bit funny looking for a Lab, mostly because her muzzle is longer and skinnier and her ears fold weirdly (you can't tell from a side profile though). My dad jokes saying she's an original Lab while he presses her ears down flat hahaha.
I will hopefully keep this space updated more frequently, just to catch up on everything. I've not been feeling so great over the past few months, mostly just from exhausting myself out. Hopefully great things will be coming my way!
Back, as in I just left this space to be for a while because I have been doing other stuff e.g. working, studying, sleeping. I haven't really been doing much for the last few months, I've just been trying to survive working and studying and paying rent, the usual.
My room has has some major updates, which I will post soon. My wardrobe also has had some drastic changes and my shoe collection which has changed (I've sold some old pairs and bought some new). I no longer have a large collection of boots (first time in... almost 10 years?).
I also have some new makeup bits (some really exciting stuff I've got recently!!!). You can say that I have been purchasing a bunch of stuff over the last few months (thanks to my insomnia x mood at night... hehe).
I wanted to post about this candle though, it's my ultimate favourite. It's not sickly, it's subtle, it's fresh and warm. I purchased it from feelunique when it was on special--it was well worth the money. It was $28.80 when I bought it, before feelunique made some major changes to their website and charges now for shipping to Australia...
So after burning the entire candle, I can say it is SO SO nice. The only down side is that it doesn't quite burn as evenly as brands like Glasshouse and Ecoya. It tunnels down the centre a bit, but it goes away if you burn it for a few hours every time you light it.
I love anything and everything fig. But ESPECIALLY when it is a woody-fig scent. |
Also, the wax is purple. And the jar has a little quote you can see when it's burned down and lit. |
I will hopefully keep this space updated more frequently, just to catch up on everything. I've not been feeling so great over the past few months, mostly just from exhausting myself out. Hopefully great things will be coming my way!
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
What's In My Bathroom
I have quite a lot of space in my bathroom cabinets - in fact I have two mirrored cabinets and one of them just contains toilet paper and some cleaning products... meanwhile this one is filled (not really - the top shelf is empty!) with beauty products.
Just showing what everyday beauty stuff I have and use in my bathroom, as well as backups and recent purchases.
I have yet to try the Grown Alchemist shampoo and conditioner - the box has one of those beauty awards for 'natural haircare', and has less chemicals than Korres. I'm always on the hunt for natural or really ANY hair washing products that don't make my scalp super itchy or oily. I have yet to find any, the Korres one I am using doesn't make my scalp itch much, but my hair still gets super oily.
The My Organics conditioner is just a random find from Chemist Warehouse, but it seems to have relatively natural ingredients, and it smells like one of those yoghurt face masks! Yum!
As I have probably posted before, the Dr. Lewinns cleansing oil is my fav cleansing oil I have tried, from Shiseido, The Body Shop and the Palmer's one I am currently using. I am keen to get rid of my Palmer's one so I can use it instead!
The Korres body wash is seriously my favourite body wash I have tried so far. My skin is quite sensitive to body washes and leaves me really itchy or gives me a rash, and Korres as a brand seems to be quite mild on my skin but does the job. But the winning one from their range is definitely the fig one! It smells soooooooooo divine! I love anything that smells like fig, like freshly-cut woody-fresh green-sap sort of smell. Basically Diptyque's Philosykos. I've bought most of my Korres products from ASOS because they either go on sale or come in those 1+1 packs which are really great value. Bonus if they come in a 1+1 deal AND are on sale!
Just showing what everyday beauty stuff I have and use in my bathroom, as well as backups and recent purchases.
My main cabinet which has all my products I have stored away for when I run out, and a few bits and bobs. |
If you've seen my home tour, my bathroom has a long as bench top sort of thing underneath the cabinets. I just put all the stuff I actually use everyday on here so I can reduce any clutter. |
I have yet to try the Grown Alchemist shampoo and conditioner - the box has one of those beauty awards for 'natural haircare', and has less chemicals than Korres. I'm always on the hunt for natural or really ANY hair washing products that don't make my scalp super itchy or oily. I have yet to find any, the Korres one I am using doesn't make my scalp itch much, but my hair still gets super oily.
The My Organics conditioner is just a random find from Chemist Warehouse, but it seems to have relatively natural ingredients, and it smells like one of those yoghurt face masks! Yum!
As I have probably posted before, the Dr. Lewinns cleansing oil is my fav cleansing oil I have tried, from Shiseido, The Body Shop and the Palmer's one I am currently using. I am keen to get rid of my Palmer's one so I can use it instead!
The Korres body wash is seriously my favourite body wash I have tried so far. My skin is quite sensitive to body washes and leaves me really itchy or gives me a rash, and Korres as a brand seems to be quite mild on my skin but does the job. But the winning one from their range is definitely the fig one! It smells soooooooooo divine! I love anything that smells like fig, like freshly-cut woody-fresh green-sap sort of smell. Basically Diptyque's Philosykos. I've bought most of my Korres products from ASOS because they either go on sale or come in those 1+1 packs which are really great value. Bonus if they come in a 1+1 deal AND are on sale!
♥
Tuesday, February 09, 2016
Skincare Haul - Priceline
Once again, Priceline had one of their crazy 40% off entire range sales. This time it was skincare, which is great since I needed to stock up on a few things. I didn't go to the 40% off makeup sale because..... let's be honest I would have definitely walked out with stuff and I don't need any new makeup right now.
After using these for about a week or two, everything seems to be going well. A major issue though was that the Cetaphil sunscreen expires Feb 2016! Literally right after I bought it - unfortunately Priceline don't do returns once the product is out of its packaging. Seriously though!
I bought the proactive body lotion because I seem to have tiny bumps on my stomach/chest area - usually where I get any allergic reaction from body products. I think it might be the aftermath or permanent damage left by all the shower gels and chlorine that my skin reacts to :( If you have sensitive skin (body) steer clear of any Pamolive products. I kid you not, almost every single Pamolive body product has given me some kind of rash on my abdomen, more than the number of times I'd like to admit seeing as I kept trying their products even after severe reactions.
The Dr' Lewinns glycolic cleanser turned out to be super gentle and mild (and I have moderately sensitive skin), so I like to leave it on for a minute or two before rinsing it off. Though I haven't noticed any dramatic changes in the texture of my skin yet. The lip balm however has got to be my favourite flavour of all the ones I have tried (Pomegranate, Coconut & Pear, Vanilla) because it doesn't leave that weird lip-balmy taste after the initial scent/flavour wears off.
Proactive Body Lotion (something new), Dr Lewinn's cleansing oil and glycolic acid cleanser, Antipodes Hosanna serum, Burt's Bees lip balm in Acai, and a Cetaphil facial lotion with SPF 30. |
I bought the proactive body lotion because I seem to have tiny bumps on my stomach/chest area - usually where I get any allergic reaction from body products. I think it might be the aftermath or permanent damage left by all the shower gels and chlorine that my skin reacts to :( If you have sensitive skin (body) steer clear of any Pamolive products. I kid you not, almost every single Pamolive body product has given me some kind of rash on my abdomen, more than the number of times I'd like to admit seeing as I kept trying their products even after severe reactions.
The Dr' Lewinns glycolic cleanser turned out to be super gentle and mild (and I have moderately sensitive skin), so I like to leave it on for a minute or two before rinsing it off. Though I haven't noticed any dramatic changes in the texture of my skin yet. The lip balm however has got to be my favourite flavour of all the ones I have tried (Pomegranate, Coconut & Pear, Vanilla) because it doesn't leave that weird lip-balmy taste after the initial scent/flavour wears off.
So far so good!
♥
Saturday, February 06, 2016
Birthday Celebrations
On my actual birthday this year, I didn't do anything special besides go to work and come home. One of my best friends has the same birthday as me (and she also works full time) so we decided to celebrate over the weekend with her and some friends.
I've basically been using every single one of these items religiously except for the smaller fragrance (which I purchased with a lovely gift card from my Aunt) and I'm loving everything!
I had a light dinner at a Japanese restaurant and then had some small noms and cocktails at The Powder Keg before heading to a bar and then went home! Nothing fancy really.
Earl Grey Cocktail / Snow Dome G&T. |
The infamous G&T Sorbet Oysters / Birthday Cocktail on the house! |
My bestie & I / The size of my cocktail for reference. |
I was so lucky this year and got so spoiled by friends and family. I ate so much delicious food, had good times and got to spend time with my fam and Gemma! (our family dog fyi.)
Despite attempting to take pictures of what I got for my Birthday, some things were in the kitchen pantry or in the bathroom somewhere.... but nevertheless.
I got treated to some Jo Malone fragrances, small leather goods like a new (compact size) wallet, a tea mug, things that smell and taste good and some new make-up! |
I've basically been using every single one of these items religiously except for the smaller fragrance (which I purchased with a lovely gift card from my Aunt) and I'm loving everything!
♥
Monday, January 25, 2016
2016 Update
So this is one heck of a delayed post!
After finishing the semester at the end of 2015, I got thrown into the vortex of retail labour that is every Christmas season... which took up basically my entire November and December. Amidst all that chaos during finals and work, I also moved out of the share-house I was living in. The place seemed okay in the very beginning but I absolutely could not take it any more living there, especially with an insanely uptight and unreasonable landlord, a barely-usable kitchenette, crappy shower in the shared bathroom and of course the lack of noise I was able to make (i.e. blow drying my hair). Not to mention I was melting most the time because of no-aircon regulations in the stuffy heat-trapped attic-room.
I've now moved into a much better place with a mutual friend (I knew her well enough that I wouldn't mind living with her) in a very new apartment just two suburbs from the city centre with everything I could hope for!
Since it all calmed down as January hit, I was able to go back home to Brisbane for a good 10 days to spend time with some friends, family and of course my cutie patootie Labrador Gemma!
After I got back, I jumped straight into work again, but now that it's January, I'm not as crazy busy as I was the last few months. I just celebrated my 22nd birthday and now looking forward to some chill time in the next few weeks while my holidays last!
To kick off 2016, my first post is going to be another home-related post. Just a tour of where I am living and how it looks now from a room that was unfurnished.
After finishing the semester at the end of 2015, I got thrown into the vortex of retail labour that is every Christmas season... which took up basically my entire November and December. Amidst all that chaos during finals and work, I also moved out of the share-house I was living in. The place seemed okay in the very beginning but I absolutely could not take it any more living there, especially with an insanely uptight and unreasonable landlord, a barely-usable kitchenette, crappy shower in the shared bathroom and of course the lack of noise I was able to make (i.e. blow drying my hair). Not to mention I was melting most the time because of no-aircon regulations in the stuffy heat-trapped attic-room.
I've now moved into a much better place with a mutual friend (I knew her well enough that I wouldn't mind living with her) in a very new apartment just two suburbs from the city centre with everything I could hope for!
Since it all calmed down as January hit, I was able to go back home to Brisbane for a good 10 days to spend time with some friends, family and of course my cutie patootie Labrador Gemma!
After I got back, I jumped straight into work again, but now that it's January, I'm not as crazy busy as I was the last few months. I just celebrated my 22nd birthday and now looking forward to some chill time in the next few weeks while my holidays last!
To kick off 2016, my first post is going to be another home-related post. Just a tour of where I am living and how it looks now from a room that was unfurnished.
Balcony |
Once you walk in - my room is before the switch on the left. |
From the dining/living - it's an apartment, meaning it's not super spacious or anything. |
Kitchen |
Dining - I decorated the place with some Christmas things! |
Living - mainly just the couch and TV. |
Le bathroom (I have my own bathroom - I will do a what's in my bathroom tour later on :) |
I usually keep the blinds closed because the sunlight coming in during the day makes the room very hot. |
My double bed is the Hemnes one from IKEA, with same bedding as before. I did have to buy my own mattress as well, but I'm not complaining because I sleep like a baby now! |
Industrial bookshelf from Kmart ($50), I avoided showing my table and dresser because.... THE MESS |
I updated my wall with these three (I purchased them from Society6) once I got the right frames. All three frames are from Kmart, the square ones were $4 each and the copper one was $10. |
Same lamp as before. I also avoided taking photos of the shelves because... THE MESS Once it's more organised like the way I want it to be I shall update! |
Wardrobe is a typical slidey-mirror one that is split into two. The other half has shelves/drawers. I avoided that other half because...THE MESS |
Once I tidy up everything meticulously I will probably do an update on my makeup/dresser, and my closet. I got a ton of new makeup items over Christmas and my birthday from my lovely friends, as well as more bathroom products!
Ciao! x
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Zoeva
I've finally succumbed to the beauty of these higher end make-up brushes. I was torn between Sigma and Zoeva, but I was intrigued by some of Zoeva's make-up products so I thought I'd give these ago. Plus, they're pretty good looking!
My old brushes - I have a couple of $5 ones from a chemist outlet, are alright. Not that good, just alright. The handles themselves are pretty crappy, but the brush is okay, except for some light shedding.
These Zoeva brushes though, they feel soooooo luxurious. Handles are HEAPS better quality (my old ones frequently separated from the brush part) and the brushes are super soft and dense.
So this is everything I ordered from beautybay (there were a few options for Zoeva products). I got a free Mario Badescu travel set with my order!
The verdict:
I would highly recommend Zoeva! Their makeup products seem to be on point, as well as being affordable! I am keen to get my hands on the eyeshadow palettes too, they seem to be well worth the money.
My old brushes - I have a couple of $5 ones from a chemist outlet, are alright. Not that good, just alright. The handles themselves are pretty crappy, but the brush is okay, except for some light shedding.
These Zoeva brushes though, they feel soooooo luxurious. Handles are HEAPS better quality (my old ones frequently separated from the brush part) and the brushes are super soft and dense.
So this is everything I ordered from beautybay (there were a few options for Zoeva products). I got a free Mario Badescu travel set with my order!
The verdict:
- The brushes are amazing.
- The eyeliner is also great - I use it more as a eye shadow by blending it out, and it lasts for a super long time.
- The lipstick is better than any drugstore brand I have tried. (I have yet to try high-end lip products.) Formula wise, it's creamy, smooth and not too matte or not too glossy. The lid is magnetic too, a bit like the nars lipsticks.
I would highly recommend Zoeva! Their makeup products seem to be on point, as well as being affordable! I am keen to get my hands on the eyeshadow palettes too, they seem to be well worth the money.
♥
Thursday, October 29, 2015
First Ever Proper Candle Purchases!
I always thought burning a candle was literally just burning money, but I enjoy the smell so much I can kind of see that a candle is more of an environment accessory - like aromatherapy. I've bought lots of super cheap candles before and now I can immediately tell the difference. Better brands like Glasshouse, Ecoya, Diptyque, Yankee etc are much more pricey but they do burn so much better.
Ecoya's caramelised fig smells divine, like a burnt caramel + nutty scent. If you think Glasshouse Tahaa vanilla is too sickly and sweet but you like the 'caramelised' food sort of smell, you might like this one. It doesn't smell overly like fig which I was a little bit disappointed by, but I still think it smells soooo good. Ecoya candles are almost always full price, as is Glasshouse, but oh my god I got it during a 1-day 40% off sale at Myer *glorious hallelujah music* It was down to $21 from $34.95.
My old manager who is a candle wiz told me that soy wax doesn't spread scent as well and burns faster. However, I think the smell spreads just fine, and I don't think it burns crazy fast or anything. |
I've already used 1/4 of it, and as you can see it's burned very smoothly and there isn't some crater around the wick. |
I tried so hard not to light this one until at least end of November... and I failed. It's a Christmas/Autumnal scent which Australia just never has because our Christmas is boiling hot. We don't get crispy red leaves and pudding and pies and mulled wine and beanie season this time of year.
But since I love love love spicy scents - this one basically smells like Christmas spices but a bit lighter, more fresh and fruity, like the woods. Even though it was $29.95 (again, I got it 40% off for $18), $4 less than the Ecoya in a similar size, it burns just as well and spreads the smell brilliantly!
It's a bit weird because these two I picked up are fruit-based scents (or so they are meant to be) and I normally like warmer, woodier or even cakey scents. They don't smell exactly like the description, but they smell absolutely great anyway! I'm going to try save most of the Aromatherapy one until closer to Xmas!
♥
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