Summer of Books

At the start of the summer I made a promise to myself that I'd step up my reading game since I had the summer to spare.

I used to be an avid reader, getting through one a week, but since starting uni; work, social events, homework and sleep were prioritised. And I hate to admit it, but The Scarlet Letter sat on my bed stand for at least four months: unfinished.

But fear not book lovers, I have rekindled my love for the classic written word and gotten through quite a few these past few months (Six in fact!) So here I will share with you a few of my recent faves, and hope that you too will enjoy them as much as I did.

Jane Austen - Northanger Abbey
Now if you know me, you'll know I'm a true lit nerd. My favourite books of all time are the true classics especially Charles Dickens and Jane Austen. 
Northanger Abbey is about a young girl named Catherine Morland who is invited to Bath with family friends. There we see her meet many a people including a young man that she has her heart set on. As per with an Austen novel, it's full of scandal and twists which I'll not spoil for you. But I'll say this: if you're a fan of Pride and Prejudice, then you'll love this!

Caitlin Moran - Moranthology & How To Be A Woman
I've always loved Caitlin Moran. She is a very funny woman with fabulous hair. (I'm really hoping that I can bag some tickets to see her at Stylist Live! But back to books!) On my pre-holiday visit to Waterstones I went to pick up her new book, How to Build a Girl, and came out with two more.
I read How to Be a Woman, first, and was in fits of laughter chapter after chapter. She truly has a way with words which makes her storytelling sublime. Her stories are crazy and often unbelievable - I mean who else do you know that went clubbing with GaGa?
After whizzing through (HTBAW) I moved onto Moranthology which is made up of many of Moran's articles. It's more chatty and laid-back but the subjects are just as fun. She covers nicknames, stolen haircuts, party bags and a whole lotta Sherlock-love. Deffo worth a read. I truly can't wait to get cracking with How To Build A Girl. 

I even finished The Scarlet Letter - shocker! Another I'm currently loving is Anjelica Huston's autobiography - it's a gem!

What have you been reading this summer? Or have you read one of these, how did you find it? Leave me a note in the comments below or tweet me @leblogderosy 

Love Rosie

xx

Travel Bound

This is probably the quickest blogpost I've ever written as we're leaving for the airport in a matter of minutes but I totally forgot to pre-write this post . . oops!

Today I'm off on a family holiday to Tenerife, which should be lovely as it's been a long time since we had one together. 

Here's my OOTD. I opted for comfort whilst sticking to my colour scheme: Navy and Tan.

These trousers are probably the best thing i've ever picked up in a charity shop as they were only £4! Can you believe it? And the sandals are so so comfy. I practically lived in them on our trip to Prague and at 14.99 a pair, I'll most definitely be going back for more!


Top - Topshop
Watch - Olivia Burton
Earrings - Claire's
Cardigan & Necklace - Dorothy Perkins
Sandals - Deichmann
Trrousers - Charity Shop

Au revoir mes amis et bon vacances!

Love Rosie

xx

Bronze Magic

I'd originally planned to name this post after my newest addition to my makeup collection:the bourjois eyeshadow in 54 que j'adore! But sadly it was named Marron Glace. Yeah . . . slightly boring. 

In french it translates to 'Chestnut Ice', but then that sends a whole different message and bringing trees into the equation is even more confusing. 

So if you're wondering, the Bronze Magic is the name of my trusty Lancôme bronzer, and it sort of ties in with my colour scheme hehe!

This makeup look is from yesterday when Claire, Frances and I went to the cinema to see Paper Towns. Basically I just wanted an excuse to wear my new eyeshadow (such a child really!)

 

What's on my face? 

- Mac Studio Fix Fluid in NW10

- They're Real Mascara

- H&M's Eye Pen in 'Pink'

- Bourjois Eyeshadow pot in '54/Marron Glace'

- Bourjois Blush por in 'Rose de Jaspe'

- Lancôme's Magie Bronzer in '02 Bronze Magic'

- Sleek Brow Kit in Dark 81
   - Mac Peach Blossom Lipstick

I'm all about the warm tones at the moment and I seem to have accumulated many tan/bronzey coloured items of clothing all of a sudden, oops!

I picked up this little bourjois eyeshadow in a sale at McArthurGlen Outlet and snapped it up straight away. It's highly pigmented and layers easily without smudging, which is fab if you've got a long day ahead!

I also only recently discovered this Sleek Brow Kit, but after consulting my friend Emma who has fabulous brows, she suggested this lil kit, and I've been using it ever since! It has a soft gel on the left and a lighter powder to apply afterwards, creating a fantastic brow shape! Em also has a wonderful blog too - so go follow her (here) asap! 

Lots of Love,

Rosie 

xx