Staying Organised // GSCE School Life

So I started my GSCES in September, when I first started, I was very organised, had little idea what I was doing and thought it would be like the first 2 years, I was wrong.

As its a new year, I wanted to get organised, so I did a few things to help me.

First of all I got a planner for school, are school no longer supplies these, so I wanted one, to keep track. Admittedly I have been bad with it, but now I rely on it, to make sure I meet all my deadlines. One week is spread over 2 pages so I keep one side for school and one side for social life! I wouldn't be without it!

I then got a really nice notebook, that I was given as a present but it is such a lovely print, that I just love using it! I use this for any ideas or thoughts I have, from blogging, to school work, to what I do in my spare time. I keep this with me at all times so I always have somewhere to write things down!

I then got sticky notes! I didn't want the boring ones, I wanted cool design ones which I would actually use. I got some from Paperchase and some from a little shop (I cant remember where!). I use these all the time, to write little notes and to remind me of things! These are defiantly a essential!

What do you use to keep organised?
I hope this inspired you!

Lots of Love,
Darcey xx

Hello Flawless!

Hello Flawless, how are you?
Benefit have a powder foundation called, Hello Flawless! This is a high coverage powder for the face.
I have had this for a while, but when I first got it, I didn't use it for ages as it didn't appeal to me, but now when looking back I think how stupid I was! This is the perfect powder, you can wear it alone or as a setting powder.
It comes with a little sponge, and a brush. When wearing it alone without anything else I will use the sponge and cover it all over my face, this doesn't need concealer as it covers all my blemishes.
When wearing it as a setting powder over my bodyshop BB Cream, I use a contour brush and cover my face, paying particular attention to my T Zone.
If going to a party or in need of very high coverage, after doing all my makeup, I will then use the sponge and cover my whole face, If you would like to see how this looks, head over to my instagram (@darceyking) and look for the pictures when I was at Jade & Beths party - the most recent selfies!).
Eventhough it is high end, it lasts a very long time and is worth every penny, I would defiantly go and check it out, in your local Benefit Cosmetics Store.

What powder do you use? 

See you soon, 

Lots of Love, 

Darcey xx 

Bodyshop Skincare // Review

I have Bodyshop Makeup, which I love alot, but I also have skincare, I also love this alot.
I have the body scrub, bodywash and body butter, all in the Moringa Scent. This is a very sweet scent, but you can use it all year round, as it also has a nice spice scent to it, I'm not very good at describing scents, so go and check it out as everyone has a different opinion! This is a very popular scent for Bodyshop.
I have the travel size set, but it lasts ages, and fits into your bag really easy. You don't need much at all, a little bit goes along way.
I use the body scrub and body wash in the shower, with a small scrunchie and then use the body butter, once i'm out the shower. Tip: Apply the body butter or moistriser in the same room you have a shower, as the steam will help set it in further! 
Its perfect for all skin types and isn't very expensive, so go and check it out and let me know what you think!

What skincare products do you use? 

See you soon, 

Lots of Love, 

Darcey xx

Bodyshop Makeup

Hello,

Recently I haven't been wearing any makeup as I wanted to give my skin a break from always having makeup on and it has made such a difference, my skin is so much better and clearer!
I wanted to treat myself to some good quality makeup as I didn't want to ruin my skin after all this time.

I went to Bodyshop and spoke to one of the staff members and they were really helpful and discussed with me about my skin and what would go best.

I ended up choosing a BB Cream and Concealer. I didn't choose a foundation as I think they can ruin and clog up your skin so easily.

I have mentioned this BB Cream before and it is the 'All in One BB Cream'. I got this in shade 01 and it matches my skin colour really well. This gives light to medium coverage but that is all I need.

I also got a concealer that I have heard about a few times, but not alot and I really wanted to try it. I will be doing a full review once I have used it a couple of times. It is called 'Concealer All in One', it comes in a stick format and its almost like a crayon but blends really easily. I got this in shade '92986', this matches my skin colour really well and works very well with the BB Cream.

I still wont wear makeup every day but when I need to, if i'm going somewhere special then I will just do a very natural look.

Hope you have had a fun weekend!

Darcey x 

Love Bomb // Book Review

Hello,
Welcome Back! I had a break from blogging for a while as I became ill, and was in and out of hospital and it turned out I had appendicitis! I no longer, have my appendix and I feel alot better,
so i'm back!

I read Love Bomb a while back, I then re-read it in hospital and I just realised how amazing it really is!

This book was written by Jenny McLachlan and is all about a girl called Betty Plum, who knows nothing about boys and so when a boy comes into her life, she needs help!
Betty faces alot of difficulties, such as losing her mum and not relating to her dad as much as she would like.

Jenny has written this book, so that nearly anyone can relate to it someway or another, the audience is for boys and girls, because of the things Betty faces.

I don't want to give away too much but its defiantly worth the read, and get ready as it comes out in the beginning of March!

I really hope you enjoy this book as much as I do, and let me know what your thoughts of Love Bomb are!

Hope you had a good start to 2015 and I will see you next week! 

Lots of Love, 

Darcey xx 

Blemish Buster.

Blemish Buster, take my blemishes away!

This is a face mask, which helps to unblock pores and remove blackheads, and it does the most perfect job! It comes in a tube, not a pack, so you can use it over and over again. 

I love this because you can really feel it working into your skin and reaching all the pores, I apply a medium to thick layer because sometimes my pores get badly blocked up and this prevents it. 

I use this atleast once a month and keep it on for 5-7 minutes, depending on how its setting, I then remove with warm water. 

What facemask do you use? How often do you like to treat your skin? 

See you soon, 

Lots of Love, 

Darcey xx

Liebester Award

Hello! I'd like to thank Gabriella for the nomination for the Liebster Award. Gabriella has a great blog that you should definitely go and check out! 

I had never heard of the Liebster Award before, so I did some research to find out and it looked very interesting. The award is given to up coming bloggers to inspire and encourage them to continue doing such amazing work! The word 'Liebster' is German and it means lovely and pleasant.

What is your must have Autumn/Winter lipstick?

Mine would have to be Elizabeth Arden "Breathless" (number 17). This is because it goes with every outfit and my lips really dry out in the Autumn/Winter season and this just helps them last that little bit longer. 

What got you into blogging?

This is going to be a long answer! The reason I got into blogging was because I wanted to be able to help other people, because not everyone knows about Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle. It was also a way of getting my opinion across, I liked the thought of having a audience and people knowing who I'am. I'm also youtube/blogger obbessed, I'm always reading or watching the 'big' people so I really wanted to be like them. 

Who do you admire and why?

I don't ever think, I want to be 'her' but I do get ideas from different people and make my own sort of style. For fashion & beauty I always go to Ellie Goulding, I think she has such simple but classy looks. I never think 'Oh that outfit looks bad on her'. So I guess I do admire her for her Fashion & Beauty. 

What is your 'go-to' outfit?

I have to admit I dress very boringly! My go-to outfit would be very simple and just my black jeans/leggings, chelsea style boots and a knitted jumper with my tartan scarf! Simply because it is so warm yet comfortable. 

What is your favourite fashion shop?

This is difficult as I really like 2! I'm torn between Topshop & Jack Wills. I have alot of Jack Wills but I also have alot of Topshop. They both have very different styles and sometimes Topshop has more of what I like, but then sometimes Jack Wills does. I would have to say they are at the top together! 

Top 3 perfect makeup products (drugstore)?

The first one would have to The Bodyshop BB Cream. I love this, its so easy to wear but sometimes you really have to work it to get the flawless finish but its worth it in the end! 

The next one would have to be Bourjois Delice de Poudre Bronzing Powder Peaux Claires/Medianes. This is a really good bronzer and looks like chocolate! 

My last one is eyes and I really love this because you can do so many different looks with it! It is called 17 Create the Look - Natural Eyes. 

Top 3 perfect makeup products (high end)?

The first one is my Benefit Most Glamorous Nudes Ever. This is a palette that can take you from day to night and you can really make the most out of it. I really like this palette and its defiantly one to check out! 

The next one is my Benefit They're Real Mascara, I love this and eventhough its waterproof you dont have to scrub your eyes to get it off and it lasts all day! 

The next one would have to be my Benefit Hello Flawless Powder, this is amazing and really does make you look flawless! 

What are your worst habits?

This is disgusting but when I get stressed or anxious or sometimes just simply boredom, I pick my nails! I don't bite them but I pick all of the white bit off, it makes my hands and nails really sore but I can't not do it! I have done it for so many years now! 

Favourite song atm (at the moment)?

Mine would have to be G.R.L Ugly Heart. It is really catchy and is just a really nice song to listen to.

What's your favourite quote?

"You use your past, to build your future"

If you had to choose between Mac or Benefit which one and why?

Benefit, simply because I have never had a chance to properly use the MAC Products regularly! Also the Benefit Products really help my skin,

Favourite time of the year?

Summer, I love going out in the sun and there is so much more different styles! 

I'm not going to nominate anyone specific, but I nominate anyone that wants to have a go! Tag me so I can read yours. 

Your Questions: 

1. How long have you been blogging for? 
2. If you could, what would you invent? 
3. Favourite place to shop? 
4. Favourite Song atm? 
5. Whats your favourite High Street MakeUp Brand? 
6. Bobbi Brown or Laura Mercier? 
7. Favourite Products in your skincare? 
8. Who inspired you to make your blog? 
9. Favourite Youtuber & Why? 
10. Things you would like to do with your blog. 
11. Where do your blogpost ideas, come from? 
12. London or New York City? 

Have Fun! 

Darcey x