New Month, New Look

Hello February!!!!! I’m so glad to usher in a new month in good health and even better style.  To top it off February marks the month of love which is a great mood lifter for me – (drifts off to think of bae), whether you’re coupled up or not, I strongly believe it’s important to love on others however, you should always give yourself twice as much love. Inspired by a new month and self love I decided to love on me and get myself a new look.

I made the cut!!!!! Well not quite, I just moved away from my love of colourful long hair and went short for a change. After all most 2016 trend forecasts predicted that going short would be the way to go. I chose a sleek bob that ends just above the shoulders. This time around I’m sporting no colour and taking it back to the basics and embracing jet black hair. It’s taken a few days to get used to but now I’m convinced I look good and that makes me feel good.

What I’m wearing

Not only have I toned down the colour of my hair. I’m working on keeping it clean and simple – choosing to tone down my wardrobe which is quite a challenge. This month I’m going for a classic monochrome look, which I intend to keep up all month.

What I’m using

I haven’t really scouted the beauty counters on products to try.  However, I recently got a gift which has just fuelled my Calvin Klein obsession. I am currently using Calvin Klein Down Town fragrance which is absolutely divine and lingers on all day.

My skin has decided to go haywire on me so I’ve invested in a Himalaya Herbals Clarifying Mud Mask. I learnt early on it’s important to know your skin type and because my skin is generally oily I use products that help unclog pores and mattify my skin instead of adding to the oiliness of my face. The mud mask does a great job in absorbing excess oil, clearing clogged pores, dealing with blackheads and improves skin texture. Available in most retail stores for just under $8

Nailspiration

I spent most of December and January in nail rehab – considering I spend quite a lot of time in my nail technician’s booth. Not only is she great- we always have something to talk about and that keeps me going back to her each month. I’m constantly inspired by global nail trends and especially Korean nail art. Unfortunately there’s not enough time to try them all but I will try as many as I can. Check out the one’s I got this time. I’m in love!!!!!

Special thanks to Pinterest for keeping me updated on trends to try– for those that don’t know Pinterest is a visual bookmarking tool that helps you discover and save creative ideas, for bloggers it’s true heaven because you can find practically everything, fashion, tech, beauty, art and so much more. Check it out for yourself and feel free to share with me what looks you’re going for this month.