Saturday 27 August 2016

WHAT IS THE CANDY KITTENS #SWEETSQUAD?



If you're a follower of mine, you will have seen I've had a fair bit of involvement with the London gourmet sweet brand, Candy Kittens, including a launch event with them last week.

Friday 26 August 2016

YOUTUBE | '5 PRODUCTS "I SWEAR BY"' VIDEO

Wednesday 17 August 2016

UNBOXING AND REVIEWING THIS MONTH'S GLOSSYBOX...



This month I am lucky to be reviewing my first GLOSSYBOX. GLOSSYBOX are celebrating being five years old this August so in celebration, they have collaborated with luxe accessory label Rae Feather to make a special box.

Monday 15 August 2016

A BIT OF A CHATTY ONE...



So, it's not often I get all chatty on my blog but as I'm sat here thinking about this topic, I feel a strong urgency to share.

For a young woman in this technological age, as I am sure the majority of you are, it is difficult. We are surrounded by images of photoshopped girls and the surrounding idea that everything has to be 'perfect'. But what is perfect? I don't think anyone has the same answer to this question, yet why are we so obsessed with it?

I am my hardest critic. I'm so guilty at comparing myself to those that I have never even met before, and I think that is where I have found difficulty within the blogging world. To most, social media, such as the likes of Instagram, is just a world of selfies and avocado-on-toast pictures. To me, it is so much more. It is something I am incredibly passionate about and something that I do work hard on in my own free time. It is on my mind constantly. I am always looking at my feed with such a critical eye, getting obsessive about filters and whether they match. I am working to create my own brand, and achieve the goals that I strive for. However, I am also finding myself constantly comparing - this is not so good.

Before starting my blog, I was inspired by many girls that started from nothing and used these platforms to share their passion with the world and start their own businesses. However, the whole way through I feel like I haven't really found my "voice". Within my art degree, I am constantly being told that I will find my own artistic voice, and I feel it is the same with this creativity. Being so passionate about it, I feel like I am trying too hard and that it is almost holding me back. I had such an epiphany this evening where I just sat and realised that it is okay not to meet expectations, and in fact, I shouldn't! You all know what a blogger is and what we do, but I feel like the successful element that makes you stand out in a crowd is the person behind the blog. It's me! Which sounds weird because I am just little old me trying to please. But I do have a voice, and I feel like within my Instagram I have held that back in fear of not being favoured. I've abided the rules, I've tried too hard to meet expectations, and I've tried to just fit in with everyone else in order to get guaranteed likes, reposts, or follows. I may not have equating to 500k, or even 10k, but I am proud of what I have achieved this past year, and how far I have come. I just feel like it is time to stop worrying, overanalysing, and overthinking.

I guess where I am going with this is... we all really need to stop damn comparing! I am writing this post to remind myself, and perhaps even inspire some of you to realise that it is okay to do you, be you, and not take any notice of anyone else. Don't feel like you need to wear that extra lip liner just because someone else does and it is high in the popularity contest. I'm not saying my work online is a lie, it isn't at all, but it is me trying far too hard to fit in with what is expected from us bloggers. I imagine it is the same within different contexts hence why I feel the need to share and remind you all that there is only, and will ever be, one you. Be the honest, true version of you. I believe that is where the beauty and the happiness lies. 



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Saturday 6 August 2016

INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!


Friday 5 August 2016

#YOUTUBE... JULY FAVOURITES 2016


Monday 1 August 2016

INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY WORTH £157!!





If you have been keeping an eye on my blog and Instagram recently, you'll see that I worked with Swedish jewellery company Lily and Rose. You may view my lookbook post here, and my more informative post about the jewellery here.

Since working with the brand, we have decided to collaborate again on something very exciting for my readers and following! I have announced a giveaway competition over on my Instagram today to win this set of gorgeous Lily and Rose jewellery. This elegant set of matching jewellery worth £157, is encrusted with Swarovski crystals that sparkle in the light and are guaranteed to make you feel glamorous and ladylike any time that you wear them.

RULES:
The competition is open to UK entrants only.
1. Follow myself @evieroselane_ and @lilyandrosebyzetterberg on Instagram.
2. Tag 3 friends in the comments to win!

The rules are easy right?!

This giveaway ends on 06/08/2016 12am. Make sure you get your entry in before it's too late by heading straight over to my Instagram here.


Jewellery links:
Bracelet (Miranda - Crystal)
Earrings (Miss Miranda - Crystal)
Necklace (Miss Miranda - Crystal)

Thursday 28 July 2016

#YOUTUBE...'GLOW & BRONZE' MAKE UP TUTORIAL


Get glowing and bronzed with my new 5 minute vid!

Wednesday 20 July 2016

SUNNIES ARE OUT! IN COLLABORATION WITH GLASSESSHOP.COM



Shop this pair here.

As the hottest temperatures we've seen all year have hit the UK this week, the sunnies are definitely an essential in this sunshine. I'm a sunglasses lover and love trying out different styles, so when I recently got kindly gifted with this ever so glamorous pair from GlassesShop.com I was a very happy bunny! GlassesShop.com are an online retailer of eyeglasses online, and prescription sunglasses - perfect if you're a glasses wearer and were after some specific prescription sunnies! Or if you're just like me and would like a pair of fabulous sunglasses without the prescription, you can also order as well! To make things even better, in collaboration with GlassesShop.com, I am able to offer you a unique 50% off discount code:

GSHOT50

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Tuesday 12 July 2016

EVIE ROSE LANE X LILY AND ROSE JEWELLERY LOOKBOOK...






PRODUCT LINKS:

If you would like to see more Lily And Rose, you can find them on their website at http://www.lilyandrose.com/ and you can also follow them on Instagram @lilyandrosebyzetterberg https://www.instagram.com/lilyandrosebyzetterberg/_

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LILY AND ROSE JEWELLERY BY ZETTERBERG...




Today's blog post is all about a Swedish jewellery brand that I have fallen head over heels in love with. The company Lily And Rose designs vintage inspired jewellery suitable for the girly and glamourous, so when I received an email from their Art Director, Neal, I couldn't contain my excitement to work with the brand. The jewellery range contains brass, silver, and gold-plated pieces delicately decorated with stunning Swarovski crystals. Behind the brand is designer of Zetterberg Couture, Therese Zetterberg, who designed the jewellery with her clothing and bridal ranges in mind.



This beautiful necklace oozes elegance, and has an adjustable chain length of between 40-44cm. It costs £39, and would be a wonderful gift for someone special, or just to make yourself feel like a mermaid for a day.



These sparkling earrings match with the next item and they make me feel like Carrie Bradshaw every single time that I wear them. Rose gold is a jewellery trend that has become a hit in recent years, and I couldn't resist its feminine beautiful tones when checking out Lily And Rose's ranges. This pair of earrings sparkle and shine in the light, and would brighten up any outfit that lacked accessory. Buy them yourself for £29 by clicking on the sub-title above.




As mentioned, this bracelet matches the earrings above. This rose gold piece is probably my favourite of the pieces due to its elegant and stunning detailing. Lily And Rose offer variations on this in different colours and shapes, so if you're remotely interested it is worth having a browse. At a price of £99 this bracelet isn't cheap but I believe that certain jewellery is worth the investment if you want it to be long lasting.


If you would like to see more Lily And Rose, you can find them on their website at http://www.lilyandrose.com/ and you can also follow them on Instagram @lilyandrosebyzetterberg https://www.instagram.com/lilyandrosebyzetterberg/_

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Thursday 7 July 2016

#WANDERLUST... Mahón, Menorca

Having been abroad on holiday just two times in my 20 years on this earth, when I do get an opportunity to go I like to grab it with both hands. I have spent the last 5 days in Mahón, Menorca and have been lapping up the sunshine and hot temperatures. Mahón is the capital city of the beautiful Spanish Balearic Island Menorca. The island is family friendly, cultural, and calm - perfect for a relaxed get away! With my trusty iPhone 5s in hand throughout, I went a bit snap-happy this holiday when out and about. So I thought I'd share some snaps and moments with you in a blog post, along with outfit details where possible. Be prepared for yours truly as a posing tourist, cocktails on the beach, clear sunny skies, and the sparkling aqua blue sea...



































SHOP MY LOOKS:
White Embroidered Tank Top (River Island years ago, sorry! Similar here)
Floral Maxi Dress (Forever 21 years ago, sorry! Similar here)

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Special thank you to my best friend and her family for inviting and accompanying me on this trip, and for all the "wistful" photos that were taken. xxx



































































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