i can't believe Christmas has been and gone already! i thought i would share with you what i got for Christmas again this year as these are always my favourite type of posts to read! this year i got a lot of stuff from my wishlist which i am super happy about, like these Peter Alexander Grinch Pyjamas. they are super cute and i can't wait to wear them!


my fiancé also got me the Cordially Invited book and this Calvin Klein set which were also on my wishlist. i am looking forward to flicking through the book and i am obsessed with the Calvin set they feel SO luxe.
i also gifted myself the travel mug from Kikki K, as a pledge to be more environmentally friendly in 2019.


from my in-laws i got the Crazy Rich Asians DVD and a new Marc Jacobs Daisy perfume along with some other gifts (not pictured). i can't wait to watch Crazy Rich Asians again, i loved it when i saw it in the cinemas!!!
my boss got me the blush Nine West clutch, i am still obsessing over this colour!
she also got me the Beauty Blender Delight set and the Clinique products!


this year Myer did a little beauty box which has mini versions of their top selling beauty products. this is what i got from Mum and Dad, i am looking forward to trying some new products out but also to have the perfect travel sizes of my favourite products.
i got a Quay Australia sunglasses holder from my fiancé aswell, it holds four pairs of glasses and folds up neatly. this will be perfect for travel!
my brother got me the Mecca Maxima Bananarama Set which was also on my wishlist.


these have to be some of my favourite gifts! firstly the Kikki K wedding planner from my sister, which she even got monogrammed with our initials! this was such a great gift and i can't wait to start using it in the New Year.
my sister also got me the Two Faced Sugar Cookie palette which is too die for and has a great shade range. it also smells amazing too!
and finally my fiancé got me the Meghan and Harry Pop Vinyls!! there are two reasons that he got these for me; 1. because i literally love them and their wedding was GOALs and 2. because they look like us (haha). he says we should put them as wedding toppers on our cake.

i hope you all had a wonderful Christmas this year! if you have done a post or video about what you got aswell this year then definitely feel free to link me as they are some of my favourite posts to read!!

Product: Blenders Delight Beauty Bundle 
Contents: Beauty Blender Original, Beauty Blender Joy, Mini Blendercleanser Solid in Juicy Berry, Mini Blendercleanser Solid in Juicy Apple and Blender Defender Protective Carry Case
Size of Product: 2x full sized Beauty Blenders, 2x mini Solid Blendercleanser, 1x full sized Blender Defender
Shades: N/A
Price: $60.00 AUD
Value for Money: Great
Would I buy again? Yes
Review: i think this set is really good value for money; especially considering a Beauty Blender by itself is normally $30 AUD. so i was really happy to pick up this set because i know it will last me a long time. 3 of the 5 products in this set are limited edition which i always think is nice. i definitely highly recommend this set as it is a great value for money and is very useful especially if you are like me and only use a Beauty Blender for foundation.
Product: Coconutter Cracker Exclusive 
Contents: 1x 101 Lip Ointment in Coconutter and 1x Lano Coconutter Hand Cream Intense
Size of Product: Lip Ointment =10g (full sized) Hand Cream = 25g (mini)
Shades: Coconutter
Price: $19.95 AUD
Value for Money: Good
Would I buy again? Unsure
Review: this is my first time trying any Lanolips products, so far i am impressed. i like the packaging and the scent. i prefer the hand cream over the lip ointment, as the coconut can be a little too much on the lips sometimes. i think the value for money is good, the lip ointment is normally $14.95 AUD by itself and the full sized hand cream $16.95. overall i think this is a great stocking filler and would be a great buy for a range of people.
Product: Quench Squad Hydrating Lip Set
Contents: 4x Quench Lip Rescue Lipbalm
Size of Product: 1g per lipstick - sample sized
Shades: Rose Lip Quencher, Nude Lip Quencher, Berry Lip Quencher, Red Lip Quencher
Price: $30.00 AUD
Value for Money: Okay
Would I buy again? Yes
Review: i love these lipbalms, they are extremely hydrating and feel amazing on the lips. i like how lightweight they feel and how they give the lip a nice tint. i have only tried the nude shade before so i was happy to pick up a pack that had a range of colours to try out. unfortunately because they are sample sized, you won't get a lot of use out of them but i guess its a good way to get you to buy the full sized. i love the festive packaging on these, each individual lipbalm has a different festive themed container; so cute! the value of this pack is okay, normally the individual full sized product is $27.00 AUD. i definitely would buy this for my loved ones as i love the product itself, i just wish they were bigger!
Sephora Holiday Collection
Product: The Experimental Masks Set
Contents: 4x face masks
Size of Product: Full Sized
Shades: Charcoal, Mud, Bubble and Primer
Price: $30.00 AUD
Value for Money: Okay
Would I buy again? No
Review: you can't really go wrong with a good face mask set and this would make the perfect gift for anyone. the value for money of this pack is okay, generally each mask is $8 AUD separately, so realistically you are only saving $2 by buying this pack. i do like the range of masks that are in this set, they have included something for every occasion. i would not buy this mask set again as i feel i am better off just buying the masks separately.

• being prepared (write out a list of all the presents i need to buy and tick them off as i get them)
• double check your gift list against someone else in your families make sure you haven't missed anyone or bought the same present
• get it done early (try and beat the rush, have all your shopping done and ordered two weeks before Christmas) 
• wrap them early (wrap as you buy or dedicated a few hours on a sunday morning to wrap everything you currently have so you know its done, don't wait until your shopping is finished)
• make a plan (work out how your Christmas day is going to flow and where you need to be at what time) 
• don't rush (if things don't go to plan, don't worry. people won't mind if you are running late)
• enjoy the moment (a lot of the time Christmas is spent rushed and worrying so take a step back and enjoy your gifts and the company).  

Cordially Invited by Zoe Sugg
i have been following Zoe for a few years now and have never really gotten into her novels but i am excited to read this. i love a good 'how to' book especially when she loves Christmas as much as i do so i can only imagine ill pick up some good tips from her. it will also make a good coffee table book (for when i get a coffee table haha)
Peter Alexander Grinch Christmas Pyjama Set
my heart can't take how cute these are!! i just need them in my life.
PA makes the best pyjamas and releases the best ranges so no doubt his Chrsitmas range killed it this year. basically i need everything.

Calvin Klein Monogram Logo Bra + Bikini in Grey 
i have really liked this mongram range from Calvin Klein since the Kardashian/Jenner ladies debut it. i love wearing a comfy bralette when i am relaxing at home so i would love to add this to my collection. Calvin Klein underwear also last a long time and can handle a lot of wear and machine washes so i definitely think they are worth the cost.

Marc Jacobs Daisy 100ml Gift Set
its been tradition for me to receive some form of perfume whether its a single or in a gift pack for Christmas. so i am hoping this year is no different and i receive this Marc Jacobs set. Daisy is one of my all time favourite perfumes and i like to wear it on special occasions or if i am going out.
Quay Australia Crazy Love Sunglasses in Black
who doesn't love a good pair of sunnies. my fiance would say i have way too many pairs but i say you can never have enough sunglasses!
i really like this shape and the colour of these. Quay Australia also make the best quality sunglasses at a reasonable price so fingers crossed i find these under the tree on Christmas day!
Kate Spade New York Happily Ever After Ring Box 
since i've just gotten engaged i only think its necessary for me have somewhere super cute to put my ring. i really like Kate Spades entire bridal range and wouldn't say no to any of the ring dishes or boxes but i particularly liked this one!

Tony Bianco Brandi Kid Suede Wedge in Ochre  
every girl needs a new pairs of shoes for Christmas, even if they are slightly over any ones Christmas present budget! i love a good pair of Tony's, they really makes the best shoes. i love these especially for summer, they are super versatile and i can see myself wearing them alot. santa please!!!


Kikki K - Basically anything
so i am basically loving EVERYTHING in Kikki K at the moment. so i would literally be happy with anything and everything from any of their ranges. there is just too much to chose from for me to put something on my wishlist. so Santa feel free to buy me anything Kikki K!!


Mecca Max Bananarama Complexion Baking Duo
so i bought the banana bake loose powder back in April and really liked it but i didn't know there was a pressed version of it so that's how this beauty made it onto my wishlist. i really love the smell of the setting spray and gives the skin a nice smooth effect. fingers crossed i receive this pack for Christmas because i am dying to try the pressed powder!

whats on your Christmas wishlist? i would love to know!

as many of you already know, we went on our holiday this month to Sydney and New Zealand.
we allocated some days in Sydney before we went on the cruise where we got to do as much shopping and spending as we wanted to. so of course i went a little crazy in Mecca and Sephora.
i picked up a lot of new goodies and some oldies that i needed to replenish!
it was a good time to buy because everyone was starting to release there Christmas gifting and holiday collections.

i have been so busy since we have been home that i haven't even had a chance to test all my new products out. but i do have some that i am REALLY excited about.
in particular, i can't wait to use the GlamGlow Multitasking Mask Treatment set from Mecca. i first tried this set out at one of my besties house when we had a girls night and i really liked the range of masks you get in the set. they cover all your skin needs, whether you need brightening, moisturising or a good scrub.  The masks are also really good enough sizes, they are big enough to get a multiple uses out of each one. so i am definitely looking forward to pampering myself with these!

the Tarte Quench Squad Hydrating set is another product i am really happy to have picked up. these lipsticks are my all time favourite formula. they offer a subtle colour and are ridiculously hydrating. i also love the packaging of them; this set happens to be part of the holiday range so each lipstick has a different christmassy theme to it. these will come in handy especially during the summer time!

after MONTHS of looking and waiting, i finally managed to pick up the IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye cream. i can't tell you how happy i was when i saw Sephora actually had stock of this! i had been using testers for sometime and had really fallen inlove with this eye cream. i like the way it sinks into my skin and it doesn't leave me feeling greasy under my eyes. i also feel like it really works and i notice a difference in my undereyes when i use it, compared to when i don't. definitely recommend this one if you are looking for a good eye cream (it is a little pricey but totally worth it).

here is what else i picked up:

like many, i am a notorious over packer when it comes to traveling. not only do i tend to over pack on clothes and shoes but also makeup.
i find it very overwhelming to narrow down the amount i take because i am never sure what my skin is going to look like during the course of my travels.

i have put together a list of my holy grail products that never let me down and that i will be DEFINITELY taking on our upcoming holiday.  its no secret that i will be taking a little more then is on the list below but i think that is acceptable considering its a 15 day holiday with a formal dinner every single night!
but anyway, the following products are staples anywhere i go:
1. Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup SPF 10 
the estee lauder double wear foundation is by far one of my favourite foundations of all times. i can always rely on it to give me the coverage and durability that i need. it creates a great finish on the skin. i wear the shade 2N1 Dessert Beige but always take my 'tanned' shade with me on aswell when travelling and that is shade 3W1 Tawny.
2. Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
i swear by this makeup remover! i think i have been using it since the day it was released and have never looked back. Miceller water is a great and quick way to take off the majority of your makeup with no fuss. i use this product to take off the bulk of my makeup then go over the face with a wipe to remove any excess before cleansing. the best part about the Garnier Miceller Water is that in comes in a travel size version that always lasts the duration of my long holidays.

3. Tarte Shape Tape Contour Concealer 
my tarte shape tape concealer has become my life. i don't go anywhere without it these days! it has great coverage and lasts the entirety of the day. i use the shade fair neutral for my undereyes and areas where i want to brighten and the shade light neutral for the areas i need to conceal. i seriously recommend taking a good concealer on your holiday (its especially handy for when you need to cover up those late nights).
4. Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Powder
i actually travel with two of these powders; one in my handbag and one in my makeup bag. it is by far my favourite pressed powder formula. this estee lauder powder works perfectly with the double wear foundation and gives me the confidence that my face is going to stay all day. i am the shade 2N1 Desert Beige in this too.
5. Too Faced Milk Chocolate Matte Bronzer
this is a newbie to my holy grail list and will make its first travel with me this holiday. i haven't been able to put the Too Faced milk chocolate bronzer down since the day i bought it. it gives me every bronze i need, whether that is subtle for day wear or a bit heavier for a night out. this bronzer is buildable and smells AMAZING.
6. Too Faced Sweet Peach Glow Palette 
i never wore blush before i had this product but the colour of the blush in this palette has literally changed me. it is so pretty and smells divine like all too faced products. i love the Sweet Peach Glow palette because it allows me to travel with a blush, bronzer and highlight all in one.
7. Stila Eyes are the Window Shadow Palette - Mind 
eyeshadow palettes are always the hardest thing for me to take on holiday because i can never narrow it down and pick one to take. i generally like to take one that has a lot of shades that i will use and that are versatile; i also don't want anything too bulky. the Stila Eyes are the Window Mind palette is always a great one to take, as it is fully matte and has a great ranges of shades to choose from. it also features a large mirror so that is always a bonus.
8. Benefit Bad Gal Bang Mascara
you can't go anywhere without a good mascara, that is why i bring my trust Benefit Bad Gal Bang mascara. ever since i got it, it has trumped every mascara i own! definitely my current go-to mascara, not only is it volumising but its also smudge proof and water resistant!!
9. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz 
i tend to change my brow products quite frequently but the one i seem to always go back to is my Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz. it always is in my makeup bag and never lets me down! it provides me with a natural yet full brow and is super easy to use. i like to take it away with me because i know it will last the duration of the day with a brow gel over the top! i use the shade Medium Brow.
10. Estee Lauder Pure Colour Envy Sculpting Lipstick
the Estee Lauder Pure Colour Envy Sculpting lipstick is my all time favourite lipstick formula. i love the way it glides onto the lips and really gives a nice creamy formula that is SUPER hydrating. they have such a great colour range and allow for a really natural lip to a bold and dramatic lip. i have a few favourite shades from this range, however i always find myself reaching for the shade 120 Desirable which is a nice pinky nude.

i hope you enjoyed this post and a little insight into what my travel makeup essentials are. it is definitely hard to narrow down the amount of products i put into my makeup bag.
what are your go to products when travelling? i would love to know