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Christmas Jumpers from Day to Night with PrettyLittleThing // MissBeautyEmily

2017 17:26

PrettyLittleThing Snow What Jumper Dress

Christmas Jumpers from Day to Night with PrettyLittleThing

Now I had some fabulous ideas for this post.. picture a beautiful log cabin, a burning fire and a cosy atmosphere.. screams Christmas right? That's exactly where I envisioned my photos and I'm lucky to have someone close to me who owns just this! Then of course my car decided it didn't want to work anymore and I couldn't travel there (just typical!). So unfortunately this post hasn't gone to plan as I anticipated so I hope you appreciate my effort to get some sort of photos up! I don't tend to delve too much into fashion photography either so this is all a huge learning curve for me.

Anyway, with that explanation out the way, I'm going to be talking you through 3 top Christmas picks of mine and my tips on how to make them cosy and casual for day time and then appropriate for a more dressy event.

PrettyLittleThing Mince Pies Before Guys Jumper Dress

Jumper Dresses

I have always wanted a jumper dress and I've never been able to find one that fits nicely without being too tight but doesn't make me look frumpy. I was pleasantly surprised to find PrettyLittleThing's Christmas jumper dresses are the perfect style for me! The 'Mince Pies Before Guys' piece is a bit more fitted than 'Snow What' so if you like to show off your curves then this style would be more for you! 'Snow What' is a bit more baggier which of course is not bad, it actually makes it more cosy to lay about it. As you can see I find jumper dresses are sufficient enough by themselves to be casual and easy to wear around the house. The fabric of both of these are super thick and warm, allowing me to actually have my legs out and not be cold. They are super easy to move about in which is what I want when I'm getting some house chores done or finishing off some blog posts on the sofa. I am wearing both of these in a size 8 and the length of them are great, I always worry that I need to size up to get more length to my garments but luckily PLT have made sure these jumpers dresses cover your dignity!

Classic Xmas Jumper with a modern twist!

Now of course I had to get a standard Christmas jumper and I chose to get this bright red and white cropped jumper with the slogan 'Sleigh Ma Name, Sleigh Ma Name' which I feel gives it a modern twist on a classic Christmas style. By itself, it makes a great casual jumper to have on around the house or to run errands. I paired mine with some pyjama bottoms because I love to have lounging pants on around the house. Any type of relaxed fit bottoms will work with this jumper as it's block colour and quite plain in design which I much prefer. As mentioned this jumper is cropped on me so if you'd prefer it to be a regular type then I would suggest sizing up, I got a size S/M. The fabric of this jumper is quite thick which I didn't expect so this would definitely keep you warm when chilly despite the cropped part. I have to admit I've never been a huge fan of Christmas jumpers but I'm a real fan of this one since it's not too in your face but has a festive feel.

Jumper Dresses for Night

Jumper dresses are great to chill out inside but an easy way of spicing them up for an evening is as simple as your shoes and makeup choice! I paired some gorgeous knee high boots with both jumper dresses and it really added an edge to them both. My personal favourite is the 'Snow What' combo and I had to admit, it made me feel pretty sassy. I think these both would be killer outfits for a Christmas party. I always like to have a simple bag so it doesn't take away from the outfit and in this case I had this studded one that only cost me a fiver! Finally, I can never be without my highlighter. I wear it day and night but to make it more evening appropriate, I'll wear one that packs more of a punch like this Becca Champagne Pop - a perfect golden glow that'll catch in the festive lights.

Classic Xmas Jumper for Night

Christmas jumpers are definitely a bit more tricky to make look 'put together' and evening appropriate depending on the design which is why I love this particular one. Paired with some black skinny jeans and chelsea boots, it goes from being a casual jumper to sophisticated evening attire. I paired this with a red lip as I find a statement lipstick like this dresses any look up and of course fits well with the whole Christmas feel (not to mention it went with the jumper itself!). I'm sporting the same black bag again just because it's simple and goes well with the colours whilst not taking any attention away from the jumper. Going back to the slogan too, I feel the modern twist to it just makes it even better for an evening event and could even be a conversation starter since it made me laugh when I read 'Sleigh Ma Name'.

What is your favourite piece that I featured? Mine has to be the 'Snow What' jumper dress since it made me feel great!

You can shop the PrettyLittleThing Christmas jumper collection here

- Emily x

* I was gifted these items from PLT. I was not paid for this post. All opinions are my own

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Advice For New Bloggers // MissBeautyEmily

2016 19:22

Hello Everyone!

I thought I would take a little break from focusing primarily on beauty in today's post and talk to you about blogging and my advice if you are new! I am in no way a pro, in fact I still consider myself a new-ish blogger even though I started properly blogging back in November 2015 (and did occasional posts every few months before that).
Blogging can be an intimidating and overwhelming adventure but believe me, it's going to be one of the best things you started.

#1 - Keep it simple

When you first start blogging you don't want to bombard yourself with lots of different ideas, plans or schedules. Start off simple! Draft a few blog posts that you are interested in and that you can write freely about. Have a short and sweet schedule consisting of when you want to sit down and write and when you want to set up and photograph your pics that co-inside with your everyday responsibilities. The key here is to not stress yourself out by giving yourself lots of tasks because you feel that you're new and need to produce hundreds of posts to get noticed, that's actually the worst way to go about it.

#2 - Be passionate

Being passionate about something means you genuinely enjoy and love what you are writing about and this will reflect in the writing to the reader. It's going to be pretty obvious if you aren't bothered about the topic and you're only writing about it because it's "popular" and it will "get you views". As both a reader and blogger, if I feel someone isn't being passionate in their writing then the text feels almost robotic with no sense of emotion or connection. Everyone has a style of writing and trust me, it's so apparent if you're not being you.

#3 - Interact!

As daunting as the blogging community seems, everyone is so lovely and welcoming! I feel like bloggers are one of the most easiest and enjoyable groups to get on with and you can be 100% you. The easiest way I find to meet other bloggers is via Twitter. Hashtags such as #bbloggers, #ukbloggers and #fbloggers are great to find posts and conversations from fellow members. There are also tons of daily chats hosted by bloggers that usually consist of questions that you answer and can discuss with all participants, they are super fun and last an hour!

#4 - Be creative

As easy as it is to just do the same old blog post everyone else does, try and be creative and put a spin on things or come up with fresh new ideas. I must admit, this is difficult and I even struggle with being original but by changing up one thing, it can add a whole new dimension to the once boring and repeated idea. You can even create a new tag or challenge post for other bloggers to try, how cool would that be?

#5 - Be consistent

You don't want to be posting 4 posts every single day, that would be silly! But perhaps a post every other day or even once a week is sufficient enough to attract readers to your blog without them missing any posts. If you aren't consistent with your blogging, people may just forget about your blog and not bother to keep an eye on whether you've published something new. Some people just get fed up on waiting and think "well if you're going to take another 2 months to write something, I'm not going to bother" That may seem rude but can you blame them? There's being patient but that's a whole new level..
Of course life gets in the way and you shouldn't have to explain your reasons for not being around but if you are serious about your blog then just a quick message will do!

#6 - Don't think you'll be making £££'s

Yes, blogging can get you money and it can be a pretty big whack if you're a well known blogger but be realistic! I have blogged for nearly a year and only had one paid post opportunity yet I'm still thoroughly grateful for that. Blogging takes a long time to master and get your name out there, so many people are joining the community and it's difficult to be noticed by brands and companies. Don't stress if you're not getting any proposals, that doesn't mean you're a crap blogger, you just perhaps don't meet the correct criteria or outreach for a specific company just yet or perhaps they just haven't stumbled upon your blog quite yet... give it time!

#7 - Don't accept everything that's free

This kind of leads on from #6 but instead of being paid you are being offered products to review/demo etc. I have had many emails asking if I would like to work with companies and sometimes you just have to learn to say no. Yes, freebies may sound enticing but you need to sit down and think about a few things. Will your readers genuinely be interested in this product? Would you actually buy and/or recommend what's being offered? Are you prepared to sit down and trial the product eventually leading to a review or demo post? You will get junk email basically containing crap, delete those! You will get amazing opportunities too and because of my blog I've had the chance to work with lots of skin, hair and makeup brands and also be invited to Makeup Revolution's Exclusive 2nd Birthday Party (which I sadly could not attend, I was gutted).

#8 - Use social media

Social media is vital for your blog! How do you expect people to find you if you don't have any platform to promote yourself on? Twitter for me is the best for promotion, you can hashtag things, tag shoutout accounts onto your posts, join in chats, connect with other bloggers and brands... There's just so much potential on Twitter that other websites like Facebook just don't offer.

#9 - Be snap happy

I'll be honest, a blog is so much better when you've got you own photos in amongst your text. Imagine reading a swatch post on some new lippies and there's not a single picture included in that post.. That's just pointless don't you think? You want to show-case what you're talking about and once again build that connection between reader and blogger so it feels like you're almost having a good old chit chat about your topic. I recommend taking more photos than necessary and then narrow down to your faves as I've made the mistake of taking the bare minimum and hating every single picture due to angles, lighting or the layout.

#10 - Have fun!

I believe this is one of the most important things to stick by! If you're not having fun, is it really a hobby? Blogging should be relaxing and an escape from reality, not a burden. Don't force your posts if you're not feeling it that day as that will be obvious in the way you write. You will get your off days and feel like blogging is a task but don't fret as this won't last, you'll soon become inspired by something and be happily typing away once more. Let the words flow onto your screen and have fun!

I hope you have learnt a little something from my tips! Are you a new blogger? Leave your links below

- Emily x

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Spring Wishlist (Beauty & Fashion) ♡ // MissBeautyEmily

2016 11:33

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Holiday Gift Guide for her ♡ // MissBeautyEmily

2015 20:00

Hey everyone ♡

So it's the time of year where we're buying gifts for our loved ones, but deciding what to purchase can be such a headache that you get stressed before it's even begun. Fear not! I have come up with simple ideas that every female will love.

♡ Yankee Candles ♡

I don't know any female that despises having her room or house smelling nice. So what's better than buying them a candle or gift set? Yankee Candles are by far my favourite as they give off enough scent to leave it lasting (compared to some candles I've tried that barely give off anything and when I return to my room, almost always smell like they've just been burning and nothing else).

There are tons of gift sets on their website or in stores and I picked out the 12 Christmas Votive House set priced at £24.99 to feature in this guide. You get 6 different votives that are themed for the festive period and allow the receiver to test out and try them for themselves. This gift set can be found here.

♡ Bedding/Throws/Pillows ♡

I absolutely love receiving fresh new duvet covers or pillows that can spice up my room and make it cosier. If whomever you're buying for also takes pride in their room, why not buy them a nice looking duvet set? Perhaps a warm cosy throw to place on top? Or even some decorative pillows? Asda sell some really cute designs in store and online and I know I'd be pretty happy to receive anything from their range.

♡ Pamper Set ♡

Looking after your skin is a massive must and what a better gift to give than something that will relax and pamper someone. The best thing about this idea is that you could either buy a set made up or make your own! Making your own always give it a personal touch and can work out cheaper. Brands like Soap & Glory are great to pair together as their products match and look great together. For a pamper set, I'd recommend getting items such as:

- Body Butter

- Shower Gel

- Bubble Bath

- Exfoliator

- Hand Cream

- Foot Cream

- Face Masks

♡ 2016 Diary/Planner ♡

If the person you're buying for loves to plan and organise her dates, a planner would be an amazing gift idea! There are some really cute designs out there that you can match to your friend/family members personality. Cath Kidston has this gorgeous rose 2016 A5 diary on her website for £12.50, which is a steal!

♡ Photo Frame ♡

This may sound boring but if you can find a really pretty frame and place a photo of a moment you both love, it instantly puts a personal touch on the gift and is bound to be a hit. You can even purchase cute collage frames where you can put multiple photos in it and it becomes a big statement piece they can hang on a wall in their house.

♡ Hamper ♡
The person you're buying for may be a bit of a foodie. There are so many varieties that you could choose from, for the chocolate lover you could get a basket full of luxury chocolate. If they've got a sweet tooth then perhaps a hamper full of American candy that they've never tried (Personally this one stands out for me because American candy is 10x better than British) And for the people of the drinking age, perhaps a hamper full of wine & cheese. The possibilities are endless!

♡ Gift Card ♡
Gift cards are amazing to receive and you can literally get cards for almost everywhere nowadays. If you're struggling on a specific present but know they have a love for a certain shop, how about getting a gift card for that place? They can then choose exactly what they want! Gift cards I'd recommend are:
- Accessorize
- Topshop
- New Look
- iTunes
- Amazon
- Netflix (Yes, I didn't know they existed either)
- Nandos

♡ Accessories ♡
Items such as jewellery, scarves, purses and handbags are all really good presents to buy. Not only are most reasonably priced but you could pick up some matching pieces to create a whole look for the receiver. New Look do some really cute accessories at great prices and they've always got jewellery on sale.

♡ Phone Case ♡
Seems simple, right? True, but so many people nowadays have phones so you can't go wrong with a nice looking phone case that compliments their phone. eBay always have really cheap but well made phone cases online (and is where I get most of mine) or if you're willing to spend a bit more Wildflower have some absolutely adorable cases that are handmade on their website.

♡ Pyjamas ♡
I can't tell you how amazing it is to receive comfy new pyjamas that you can lounge around in on Christmas Day. Fleecy jumpers and bottoms are a definite must for the cold months so why not grab a cute pair for your loved one? Peacocks do some really adorable fleecy 'twosies' with animal characters on and they are very cute. Check out this penguin one! It's also got 20% off right now which is an amazing offer.

♡

Those are my top 10 ideas for buying for a female friend/family member. I hope they've inspired you on what to get and perhaps lowered the stress of present buying this xmas!
-- Emily xoxo

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