New York Non-Beauty Lust List

In comparison to my beauty list for New York this is quite short

I don't really need any clothes as half my wardrobe doesn't fit me right now and I don't see the point in buying too many more clothes in a larger size as I intend to shift this weight again but I will probably pick up a few bits...knowing me!

I have a weakness for handbags and want to pick up a new designer bag on holiday, I think I've settled for one now but there's so many to choose from

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Phone Case ~ A little bit of designer for my iphone, I love Marc by Marc Jacobs designs and this phone case is cute and I love the colour 

2. Ugg Boots Black Short ~ I live in my Ugg boots come winter and this year I realised I need a black pair as sometimes the brown ones look funny, there is no way I'm willing to pay the UK prices though so I'll try and find some in New York but it's not the end of the world if I don't

3. Abercrombie and Fitch Hoody ~ Everytime I go to the states I go over board in the A&F shops, it's just so cheap compared to the UK but I really don't need the majority of what I end up buying. But I can't not buy anything, I'll limit myself to just the one hoody though. 

4. Mulberry Continental Wallet ~ We're flying from London Heathrow which has a Mulberry shop in the terminal, I bought my Alexa bag from duty free Mulberry and I do believe it needs a friend in the shape of a Mulberry purse. I think the Continental design is classic and gorgeous, perfect for something you use on an everyday basis.

5. Michael Kors Handbag ~ I think this is the chosen handbag, I love the Michael Kors bags and I wanted a classic shape but it has to be large too as I carry my life around in my bag. I also wanted a lighter colour as my Mulberry is wine coloured and my Luella bag is black so there's a space for a light offering, some kind of brown I reckon.

6. I ♥ NY t-shirt ~ A must buy for any trip to New York, pretty self explanatory really. This would look cute paired with a shirt and leggings too 

7. Tiffany Infinity Necklace ~ I've been wearing my Mum's Tiffany necklace for so long now as my favourite necklace my fiance bought me broke again. I think it's about time I gave it back but it needs replacing with something just as pretty. Plus we have to visit Tiffany's in New York!

Any other shops I must visit?

Love

Belle

xoxo

Christmas List

Christmas is my favourite time of year

I'm just like my Mum, we are the most festive people in our family

Last year we didn't celebrate as usual because my Grandad was in hospital

This year we're going to do him proud and have a great Christmas for him

I love spending time with my family and the festive period is all about family for us

Every weekend is full of various get togethers

I like to plan Christmas shopping very early and most people just laughed in my face when I asked what they wanted, back in September.

But now I have a super organised list for everyone and am about 80% done

I can't wait to sit down with a cheesy Christmas film, candles lit and a glass of wine to wrap them all up 

As a lover of lists I've made a 'visual guide' as my boyfriend always says he won't buy me anything off of a list... 

1. Philosophy Sugar Plum Fairy Gift Set ~ Boots

I actually bought this for a friend for Christmas and have fallen for the cute little set myself. The smell of the shower gel is amazing and it comes with a lovely little lipgloss, both a stunning deep purple colour. When I go to NYC I want to purchase a few Philosophy bits so I see this as a sampler to the goods ;)

2. Converse Sequin Trainers ~ Schuh

I saw these in a magazine a little while ago and thought they were gorgeous!

I've always been a converse girl at heart, at one point I had around 8 pairs...back in my emo/skater days...

I really like how these have a bit of glam factor about them

On the site I even read a review of a bride planning to wear these laced with ribbon on her wedding day...such a cute idea for a heel-phobe (I'm not phobic of course just can't walk in them to save my life!)

3. Stila Into The Light Eyeshadow Palette ~ Boots

This has appeared on countless blogs recently

Of course I've been lemming it, a neutral eyeshadow palette, it has my name all over it

Considering it's had such great reviews I'd love to add it to my little collection

It seems a bit smaller than the Urban Decay palette but mainly in length so it should fit in my smaller make up bag for on the go/travelling, perfect

4. Ted Baker Twinkee Glitter Bow Large Washbag ~ Ted Baker

Girly. Nude. Sparkly. Bow

Every girl needs a pretty washbag, self explanatory

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Amy Gold Watch ~ Goldsmiths Jewellers

I've been drooling over gold, chunky watches for a while now but haven't quite found the one. It was close between this one and a Michael Kors watch, seeing as I got one for my 21st I figured I'd branch out into a different brand.

I kind of know for a fact that I won't be getting this simply because we aren't doing big presents this year but a girl can dream.

6. Too Faced Sweet Indulgence Make Up Set ~ Boots

I've never tried any Too Faced make up before but again seen plenty about it on blogs.

This limited edition kit looks like the perfect introduction to the brand. 

A good mixture of eyeshadows, blushers, primer etc. 

What's on your Christmas list this year?

Any traditions your family have?

Love

Belle

xoxo