The Fashion Student

Saturday, 3 October 2015

New Music Dicoveries

The past while I feel like I haven't been making an effort to discover new music like I used to love doing, and just got stuck in a rut of listening to the same 5 artists until I got sick of them. I've starting listening to new people and different types of music I didn't think I would like but actually love now.

Here are a few artists/songs I've been loving at the moment:

Troye Sivan

I've been watching his youtube videos for so long and I knew he released some songs but I never really listened to him until his new EP, Wild, was released and I am so obsessed! I didn't expect to like that music but I love it so much now because of him. I'm not a music expert but his songs are quite electropop and really chilled. Here's one of my favourite songs from the album (which you can get on spotfiy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLuWMOF6vOU

FKA Twigs

FKA Twigs is one of those artist you wish you knew about sooner, she's amazing!! I think she's such an underrated artist because she is so creative and original with music and her appearance. All of her songs are so different and it's obvious how much effort she puts into each one. You should definitely go listen to her!! Here's a video on her vevo of all her songs (it's amazing):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYU3j-22360

CHVRCHES

The first time I heard CHVRCHES was on the Radio 1 Live Lounge (I think it was cry me a river by Justin Timberlake) and I thought they were so cool. Their music is more pop/alternative but I think they're album has a sort of 80's vibe which I usually hate but it actually works. And her accent is so cute!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mTRvJ9fugM

Lana Del Rey

I've loved Lana for ages but she has a new album so it counts! Every album she has put out so far has been so amazing and I always think the next one will never be as good, but she never fails to impress me. She seems to be going more and more alternative and further away from pop with each album (which I love) and Honeymoon is such a good album.

If you have any artists you think I might like let me know!
xo, Orlagh

Instagram - @_orlaghmccloskey
Twitter - @_orlaghmarie

Autumn Makeup Routine

I feel like if there's any time of year where someone has a specific makeup look that they gravitate towards, its got to be Autumn. Whether it be berry lips or bronzey eyes, I feel like everyone rocks at least one of the makeup trends that come out at this time of year.

For the rest of the year I can never seem to stick with the same makeup and get bored of looks really easily, but then Autumn comes along and all is right in the world again. I can finally wear the colours that I love and actually suit me for a change (if it isn't obvious already, Autumn is definitely my favourite season). Each year my makeup changes slightly, but its always based around really warm gold/brown tones. The products below are what I've been using this year and I really love this makeup.

Base

Revlon ColourStay Foundation

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder

Mac Springsheen Blush

Benefit Watt's Up Highlighter

Eyes

Benefit Brow Zings

Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer

Soap&Glory Eye Palette (I can't find this anywhere :(!)

Soap&Glory Supercat Eyeliner

Rimmel Wake Me Up Mascara

Rimmel Eyeliner

Lips

Mac Velvet Teddy Lipstick

Rimmel Addiction Lipliner

xo, Orlagh

THE ALL-ROUNDER // BY TERRY OMBRE BLACKSTAR

When I first saw these eyeshadow sticks in a Tanya Burr video, I was obsessed. I was all set out to buy one - that was until I saw the price. Some people would think spending £29 on a crayon for your eyes is a bit insane; and so did I to be completely honest. I still really wanted one, so I decided to save up and buy it. At first I was thinking, am I really wise spending this much money on this? But as soon as I used it I knew it was worth the hefty price.

It really is an amazing product. It has amazing pigmentation and is easy to blend, but once it's set, it seriously does not budge. They have a range of 12 colours from bronzes to purples and they're all beautiful and really wearable. They work great as a base for eyeshadows but I often just end up wearing it on its own. The thing I love most about this product is that it is so easy to use, and great if you're in a rush. You can apply it straight from the tube and use a fluffy brush to blend out the edges and you're done! The colour I have is 13 Brown Perfection (below) and it can be used in so many different ways.

I thought I would share some of my favourite ways to use this product. The first brush is great for packing it on the lid for a smokey eye. If I want something that isn't as harsh as black eyeliner I love using this angled brush to use it as eyeliner (really nice for blue eyes!) For everyday, using this fluffy brush to blend it in the crease looks really nice and keeps it looking polished.

I know these are probably out of a lot of people's budgets, so I found some great dupes that are a lot cheaper:

http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-London-Scandaleyes-Shadow-Stick_1306557/

http://www.boots.com/en/SEVENTEEN-Eye-Eye-Crayon_1427550/

http://www.nyxcosmetics.co.uk/best-sellers?product_id=62

Thanks for reading!

xo, Orlagh

OOTD // 90'S INSPIRED

Today was a really nice day for a change so I thought that I would take advantage of the good weather and wear something summery that I never normally get the chance to wear (gotta love the Irish weather).

Outfit

Top // Forever 21

Skirt // Zara

Sunglasses // River Island

Shoes // Converse

Makeup

Face // Mac Studio Fix Foundation & Springsheen Blush, Benefit Hoola Bronzer & Watt's Up Highlighter

Eyes // Soap&Glory Eyeliner, Rimmel Wake Me Up Mascara

Lips // Mac Velvet Teddy

xo, Orlagh

Instagram // @_orlaghmccloskey

Twitter // @_orlaghmarie

A/W 15 TRENDS

It's finally my favourite time of year again. I can finally ditch the summery clothes (that I never got to wear because the Irish weather has been terrible) and bring out the coats, boots, hats and everything great about Autumn/Winter. I love this time of year in terms of fashion because I feel like shops get a complete refresh and change dramatically, and the passion that designers put in really shows on the A/W 15 catwalks.

There are so many trends that I love this season, but I thought I would show you just a few of my favourites and how you can get them for a quarter of the price.

Bold Prints

The 60's are making a big comeback this season with geometric patterns and bright colours.

River Island black romper
£58 - riverisland.com

Zara red shoes
£51 - zara.com

Accessorize red hobo handbag
£38 - accessorize.co

Fur
This trend was shown on the catwalk in so many different fun colours such as green and teal.

AX Paris fur coat
axparis.com

Topshop black jeans
£9.62 - topshop.com

Nude shoes
newlook.com

H M black purse
hm.com

Gothic
Mixing different edgy textures such as mesh and leather with feminine details and accessorize was popular, and creates the perfect balance between goth and girly.