However, the weather is still gorgeous- yey!
It's just the perfect weather for a Proper English Tea Party.
This isn't a regular thing that I do, but this was a really special year since my lovely Grandma and Grandad celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year. So we all thought that we would do something special and have a nice party in the garden with all their friends and lots of sandwiches, pimms, tea and cake. Ohhh so many cakes!
I haven't included many photos of the actual party because I don't know how my family would feel about their photos being on my blog. But enjoy the pre-party photos I took before we gorged ourselves on my Mam's amazing culinery skills.
For foundation I wanted something more heavy duty that would last a long time, so I used my Lancome Photogenic Lumessence Foundation in the shade 2. I used a Lancome Blush Subtil Palette to do my cheeks, and I have the shade Rose Flush. It is such a gorgeous pink that doesn't look too shimmery. For a hint of bronzer I used my ever faithful Bare Minerals First Resort bronzer. It is definitely my favourite bronzer at the moment.
On my eyes I used Dior's eyeshadow trio in Rosewood Glow with a Benefit They're Real eyeliner and Urban Decay Perversion Mascara. For eyebrows, I used my Smashbox brow kit for blonde hair.
Finally, lips. I wanted something slightly different to my usual fuschia pinks. I used a Bobbi Brown Creamy Matte Lip Colour lipstick in the shade Red Carpet. This is such an intense red! It looks so gorgeous, and I am normally terrified of any intense colour on my lips. This looks amazing, and once it is on your face, it's there for hours!
I decided on a Henry Holland dress. I have loved his recent summer collection and have wanted this dress for ages. It cost me £32 and I love the shape of the skirt and the slightly angled belt. It just looks slightly classy and yet special; perfect for a proper English tea party.
My heels, I have had for ages. I think I bought them in Mark and Spencers. They have a cute little heel that is just comfortable to wear on days that may involve a lot of standing.
Bye for now!
xxx