Valentine's Cupcakes

I had a very quiet weekend which mainly involved a bit of housework and baking. the old housework isn't as fun to look at in photos though so I thought I'd share some baking snaps. I thought these red velvet cupcakes could be a winner for Valentine's Day which isn't too far away...

I hope you all had a lovely weekend :)

LoubouLush x

Deborah Lippmann at House of Fraser

I've been lusting after some Deborah Lippmann polishes for a while and am really pleased to see they have finally arrived online at House of Fraser for the UK fans. I especially love the glitters (are you surprised??) and how they look just that little bit different and luxurious...

Today Was a Fairytale

Boom Boom Pow

Happy Birthday

The only one I can see on the House of Fraser website which had really tickled my fancy is the beautiful pink "One Enchanted Evening" which is part of the "All That Jazz" set - and at £42 for the set it's a little out of my range at the minute. I think it would be gorgeous for Valentine's Day though [Mr Louboulush, if you read this, this is a hint!]

I live in hope that they will stock some of the others soon including "Glitter in the Air" which is part of the Spring 2011 collection - it looks DREAMY. Milky blue with glitter flakes - stunning!

What do you think of the polishes? Do you think House of Fraser might get some more stock in? I can't wait to get some and use them for NOTDs!

LoubouLush x

More Sparkle NOTD

Hi lovelies! I have another glittery NOTD for you.

I have been wearing the Rimmel Pro in Beige Style all week and have to say it has grown on me a lot. I find I like it more in certain lights and sometimes I find it looks a bit orange on me (maybe because I'm so pale?) but with tans and camels pushing nude in the fashion stakes this is something I can see myself getting a lot more used to. As for the polish itself - the wide brush allows it to be applied quickly, the formula is quick drying and leave s a nice glossy finish = the photo below shows it without a clear topcoat. Shiny!I loved sporting the glitter tips but wanted to try a less defined glitter this time without having full on glitter. I added Models Own Silver Fox as shown below. It was very quick and rough to be honest but I like the effect. I wasn't sure if I should added another coat of Silver Fox or not. I have deeper glitters too but wanted something soft that was work safe so added a coat of Models Own Pink Fizz on top and was pleased with the results. Again both glitters dried quickly and it was a super quick look to create. Another coat of glitter would maybe work better but I'm happy enough with this.I haven't bothered with a clear top coat yet but no doubt it would give them more longevity.

So what do you think? I need to try the defined tips over this beige too as I think it gives a cleaner based than just bare nail... Do you prefer the more defined tip or this? I'm on the fence at the moment though could be swayed by the speed of this one [insert lazy icon].

LoubouLush x