June favourites

Hello everyone, the worst blogger is here, I finally graduated and I have my bachelor's degree, and I have a lot of time, ideas and fresh mind. Also, as a bonus, I have a camera, so hopefully will be able to do some decent photos.

As a start of month post, or almost middle of the month I’m going to write about my June favourites.

Beauty wise:

Mascara – Maybelline Lash Sensational, one of the best mascaras I've tried. I really loved Le Volume de Chanel and I'm trying to find something equally great from drugstore. Next month I will be trying Bourjois mascara. But for now, I really love this Maybelline mascara.

Blush – Guerlain meteorites perles de blush, they are from 2015, I love meteorites in general, but these were special, because they were not a powder as usual, but a blush, usually I wouldn't use them because it's kind of a fuss to use them, but now I have lots of free time, so I do take my time doing my makeup.

Dermacol highlighter

Highlighter – dermacol set #3, just amazing, especially for the price.

Eyeliner – Bourjois, your usual liquid liner, very black, stays on the eyes for a long time, doesn't smudge, great price, have to use it and see how fast it will dry it out.

Lip pencil – Golden Rose pencils, they are really cheap and also really good.

Nail varnish – Inglot #869 very bright summer colour

Dermacol highlighter swatches

Eye shadows – Givenchy 2013 Hôtel privé collection eyeshadow palette, an old palette, was kind of expensive at the time, but eyeshadows were worth it. Great pigment, they blend perfectly, not the brightest colours, but very easy to use, everyday use palette.

Books:

Anna Gavalda – Je l’aimais started reading it in French, because I'm trying to improve my French, very interesting book. I love Anna Gavalda's work, she's one of not so many modern authors whom I really love to read.

The Theater Experience by Edwin Wilson, I've had this book for years, and sometimes I like to read it, not in some particular order, but just hear and there, about topics that really interest me. I advise this book to anyone who loves theater or interested in it.

TV show – Hélène et les garçons, the reason I rewatch this very old tv show is the same that I read Anna Gavalda in French, it's because I'm trying to improve my knowledge of French. And I think this tv show is amazing, it's easy to understand, the language there is not very hard, and the show itself is kind of funny.

Event of the month – reunion with girls from ON3, my old workplace, we are friends, but all of us have very different lifestyle, and don't have a lot of free time at the same moment, so usually it's hard to schedule a meeting for all of us at the same time, but luckily this time it all worked out and we could meet all together.

Favourite blogger – Chriselle Lim. I just adore her instagram account.

Favourite youtuber – Sophie Shohet, she's been my favourite youtuber for a couple of months already, very lovely, very interesting youtuber.

So, what did you like? What were and are your favourites?

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"The First Monday in May" the most expected Fashion movie

Hello my lovelies,

Today I'm finally sharing with thrilling news about upcoming documentary "The First Monday in May" by Andrew Rossi.
This documentary is an invitation to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to the Met Gala and "China: Through the Looking Glass" exhibition.
Rossi talks about whether Fashion should be considered art. Anna Wintour and Andrew Bolton show us preparations to the Met Gala, every detail of which Anna confirms personally. Consider yourself a guest side by side with Karl Lagerfeld, John Galliano, Anne Hathaway, Bradley Cooper, and every other important personality in the worlds of Art, Fashion and Music.
The First Monday in May will premiere at Tribeca Film Festival on the 13th of April. And here is the trailer to the most expected movie in the World of Fashion.
What do you think about this movie?

Don't hesitate to comment and enjoy,
Sveta

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Make-up history

Hello my lovelies, Today I'm writing just a short post to you to share very interesting video. I think it might be interesting to everyone interested in make-up. The creator of video is amazing Lisa Elridge, make-up artist and creative director of Lancôme, she recently wrote book about make-up history Facepaint. Video is starring incredible Madeleine Marsh, artist, writer and broadcaster. As said on her website "Madeleine’s particular interests include vintage fashion and women’s history and she is also author of Miller’s Collecting Perfume Bottles and of Compacts and Cosmetics- Beauty from Victorian Times to the Present Day – Pen and Sword – a social history of make up and beauty practices." So here it is, videos starring my two greatest inspirations. Videos tell us short history of make-up from Victorian era till 1970s. It is very very intersting.

Don't hesitate to comment and enjoy,
Sveta

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Guerlain météorites

Hello my lovelies,
Today I'm finally writing a review for last Guerlain météorites from Christmas collection.
First thing first is this collection has gorgeous packaging. Météorites look like this beautiful snow globe. And inside there are little star météorites. What a lovely touch for Christmas. Just from the look of them you get the idea of Christmas and snow and snowflakes, which I personally love.
And the product itself in my opinion is great, it really is. Their colour is perfect, though only for light skin, but if you are darker, you can use them as a hilighter. I use them as a powder for whole face. Météorites in general became softer, so you can use any soft brush with them. They apply easily, look amazing on skin. Have some shimmer, but applied properly, doesn't look too much, looks just perfect. If you wanted to try Météorites, then that's the time. Sadly, they are sold out pretty much everywhere. But if you can find them, definitely buy.
If you tried them, please share you opinion and thoughts. Here I include photo of my météorites and photo of Christmas Guerlain stand.


Don't hesitate to comment and enjoy.
Xoxo,
Sveta

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Azerbaijan Fashion Week and fashion shows

Hello my lovelies, today I'm telling you about Azerbaijan Fashion Week and sharing some photos and videos from it.

Azerbaijan fashion week was from 30th of November till 3rd of December at Boulevard Hotel Baku. Obviously I couldn't miss that event. Let's start from the fact that there are two types of fashion week's here, but AFW is the best one.

Beside the shows there were also workshops, seminars, pop up shops and also movies shows about fashion industry. Speakers for seminars were: fashion buyer Georgy Rostovshikov, owner and producer of Aurora Fashion Week in Saints Petersburg, Russia, and Mr. Andreevs' public talk on upcoming trends.
I was really impressed by some designers, obviously Igor Chapurin, whose designs I've been loving for years now. Also Datuna, Georgian designer, with very simple, laconic yet chic and beautiful designs. I've literally fallen in love with his dress. Obviously Rosa Clara show was just amazing with their wedding dresses. Math, Russian brand of men's fashion, really impressive, I would advice girls to look to their collection if you're looking for present for you other half. And Salle de Mode, another Georgian brand with amazing accessories. Gorgeous bags and shoes.
If you are interested in Azerbaijan Fashion Week, then you should visit afw.az. And also if you are interested and understand Azerbaijani language, I took interview from Datuna, it will be up soon on Xanim.net. Later I will publish it here in Russian and English. With that being said, enjoy some photos and videos from Azerbaijan Fashion Week here.

Here are my photos with journalists, Georgian designer Irma Sharikadze, fashion buyer Georgy Rostovshikov, Georgian designer Datuna, Russian designer Igor Chapurin, and selfish with the founder and owner of Aurora Fashion Week in Russia.

Don't hesitate to comment and enjoy,

Xoxo,

Sveta 

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Birthday of my niece and Azerbaijan Fashion Week

Hello my lovelies,

Now, I want to share just some pictures from my nieces birthday. It wasn't very spectacular birthday, just a home gathering. But I took some photos of my outfit and want to share them with you guys.

And also to my Azerbaijani readers I'd like to remind that Azerbaijan Fashion Week season 2 is happening from 30th of November to 3rd of December. And will include some awesome designers from Azerbaijan and Russia and obviously other countries. I really liked first season and hope that the second one will be as gorgeous and as amasing.

Outfit:
New Yorker tank top,
And just some random red skirt that I bought, but which I love.
White pearls necklace that I got as a present.

Make up:
Bourjois healthy mix serum
Crazy Paris eye shadows palette by Guerlain
Red matt lipstick by Revlon
Bronzer by Artdeco

Xoxo,
Sveta

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Grace Kelly Princess of Monaco

Hello lovelies,

I know that I've been a terrible blogger lately, but I actually have an excuse. So, since my laptop broke, it is quite hard to use phone to post and especially to include pictures.
But today I'm finally doing it and I'm sharing pictures of amazing and gorgeous Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly. The reason is that I visited exhibition which included her photos, clothes, jewellery and even two cars. Grace Kelly is a style icon, that most of women want to look like. It was amazing to see her beautiful clothes and jewellery. Also, her Oscar Academy award is amazing to see.
So, here I include some photos of her clothes, jewellery and even sketches of her dresses by amazing designers.
Outfit:
Black top by Turkish brand Sabra
Black jeans by Zara
Make up:
Eye shadows by Inglot
Artdeco lipstick number of which I don't know and should totally go and buy a new one
Bourjois healthy mix serum foundation
Highlighter by Lancome which was a limited edition, so sadly you cannot buy it now.
Tell me, which dress do you like most?
Enjoy and don't hesitate to comment.

Xoxo,
Sveta

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My latest buys and make up of the day

Hello my lovelies,

I'm back with kind of haul. I'm also back to university after summer break. Trying to find job that I like, which turns out to be a really hard thing to do. So I don't have a lot of time sadly.
In previous post I was asking for advice as to which phone to choose.

Haul
So I chose Samsung and bought some cases for it. These are the last two that I got.
I also accidentally found Meteorites Crazy pearls by Guerlain and bought them.
Eyeshadow from Marie Antoinette collection by L'Etoile. Lipstick and cream blush by L'Etoile too. And mascara by Max Factor, which turned out really good.

Make up
Crazy Paris eye shadow palette by Guerlain which I love.
Meteorites Perlés de blush also by Guerlain.
Dior bronzing powder.
Givenchy eye shadows palette.
Lip gloss from Marie Antoinette collection by L'Etoile.
And mascara by Max Factor mentioned above.

What make up items have you bought last?

Please, do share.

Xoxo,

Sveta

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How to shop on a budget

Hello my lovelies,

I’ve been busy and had no chance to write, so  I really missed you guys)
So, today’s topic is “Shopping on a budget”
Very important topic to all fashionistas) And I wanted to give you some tips that I’ve tried)

So,

• • Before you go shopping go through your closet and see what essentials your wardrobe is missing, maybe you still don’t’ have LBD)
• • Then, sit down and write down all the things you have to buy, but write only those things that you actually need) Then you need to write down how much money you can spend on each item of your list
• • So, the hardest thing is when you are actually shopping) So, when you go to shop and want to buy something there you need to check your list and see if you need this thing and can you afford it or not
• • Also, you don’t have to buy things in the first shop, you can walk to others and see if you can find something better
• • Finally if you managed to buy all the things you need and you still have some money left, and you want to buy something else ask yourself “Do I love it or just like it?” And if the answer is “just like” don’t buy it! You don’t need it!

BTW that question is great ask yourself “Do I love it or just like it?” every time you’re buying something.

• • Also, I know tastes differ, but in my opinion it’s better to shop alone. This way you don’t get distracted by others. And you won’t buy things that you don’t need.

By the by, you can get great deals in outlets.

Well, do you have some shopping secrets? Please, do share…

xoxo
Sveta

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Perfect foundation for dry skin

Hello everyone!
Last couple of months my skin really hated me, so I was trying to find a good foundation that wouldn't make my skin look even more dry than it already is. Firstly, I think I have to mention that I don't get on well with BB creams, most of them are either too grey or too pink or too yellow, too greasy, the coverage isn't great.
But I decided to give a go to a BB one last time and was looking for something really good. I ended up ordering Klairs Illuminating Supple Blemish Cream. And, it really is great, it has enough coverage so I just have to use a concealer under my eyes and when I have break outs. It looks quite dark, but when applied it does blend with the skin tone. It doesn't highlight my dry patches that I now have, it's got quite oily texture, so when applying blusher or bronzing powder, you definitely should powder before it. It sinks into skin very good, also feels great, though I wouldn't recommend it for oily skin. It's staying power is quite good, I do have to powder throughout the day, but it stays all day long. I think it's exclusive to wishtrend.com site, because I couldn't find it anywhere else, well it also is sold on ebay. It also has a protection of SPF40.
If you tried it tell me whether you liked it or not.

So, if you've found a perfect foundation for dry skin please share.
Don't hesitate to comment and
Enjoy!

xoxo
Sveta

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How to make your skin tone more even

Beautiful and clean skin is a dream of every woman. Here are a few tips on how to achieve it.

1. Good cleansing.
You should use your skin cleansing products everyday.  Use them even if you didn't do any make up. Dust and dirt may traumatize your skin and worsen its appearance, especially in summer, when skin gets oily faster. For better effect once or twice a week use scrub for deeper cleansing.
2. Moisturizing and Nourishing.
Even young and healthy skin needs regular moisture. For these purpose you can use moisturizer for your skin type and even home made fruit masks.
Also don't forget to moisturize your neck and eyes, some young women think that it's early to use under eye creams and that is very wrong, just buy the one for your skin and age.
3. Good nutrition.
We all know that we are what we eat. So, don't forget to eat fruits, berries and veggies, especially now, in winter. Take vitamins (A and E vitamins are very good for your skin). And very soon you will notice results.
4. Hydration.

 

We all need to drink at least eight glasses of water per day, but sadly not all of us follow this advice I'm myself guilty of that too. Lack of water causes premature skin aging and deterioration of its colour. So please drimk enough water.

Tips.

• Stay out of sun and protect your skin with UV blockers
• Don't smoke it's very bad for your skin and health obviously
• Get plenty of sleep 

So what do you do for your skin? Do you have some tips? Please, share.
Don't hesitate to comment and
Enjoy!

xoxo
Sveta

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Welcome to life in style

Hello everyone. I'm Sveta. First of all I want to welcome you all to my new blog. I've been blogging for a year in the past but then exams happened, and I moved from Russia to Azerbaijan and because of lack of time I stopped. I was sad about it and decided to start a new blog.
The blog is going to be mainly about fashion and beauty, but sometimes I'll write about health and my favourite books. Also I will sometimes interview local designers and show you all their works.
And I'll just post photos from my last photo shoot. I've done my make up and hair myself. Photographer Pınar Alakbarzade is my good friend, so I think she'll be quite a part of this blog. Don't hesitate to comment and
Enjoy!

Photographer: Pınar Alakbarzade

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