Work out gear haul - Sports Direct

So with my new years resolutions in full swing I knew I had to invest in some new work out gear instead of running in Vans, Primark mens sweat pants and a skanky old t-shirt. 

I have been told time and time again how important it is to run in the correct shoes so I headed to sportsdirect.com to take a look at what they had on sale.

First up are my beautiful new running shoes from Nike. 

I really wanted some neon yellow ones but they were sold out in my size online. I had tried these on in store and loved them, they cost £34 which is a bargain for Nike shoes if you ask me. 

I chose to also go for the cheaper pair (there were some others I loved for £55) but as I am new to running I didn't want to spend a fortune before I know I love it. 

http://www.sportsdirect.com/nike-air-relentless-ladies-running-shoes-271282?colcode=27128243

Next up are these running leggings from Puma.

I picked these up in store when I went to try on shoes and they sadly are un-available online. 

Again there was a choice between these at £16 or some lush dark grey ones from Nike for £26 and again the bargain pair won. 

I also picked up a plain cotton t-shirt and a hoodie from Olympus. 

The t-shirt was £1.50 so can't really go wrong.. 

http://www.sportsdirect.com/olympus-crew-tee-ladies-659159?colcode=65915906

And the hoodie was £6, I did have to size up to a 12 because 10 was sold out. In hindsight I should have sized down to an 8 as these are a large fit but still £6 and its super cosy. 

This exact one is sold out but here is a similar one for £8.

http://www.sportsdirect.com/olympus-full-zip-hoody-ladies-669004

The final item was a new sports bra for £8, again can't really go wrong for that price. 

As you can see from almost all the photos they are labelled wrong, I think sportsdirect charges more in store than online but take a look yourself next time you are in there. 

That's it for my work out gear haul! I don't like to spend a huge amount on workout gear, at the end of the day I would rather spend the money on flash new clothes when I have lost the weight I am hoping to shift. 

All of this came to £68 which is the regular price of a pair of Nike trainers. Bargain if you ask me. 

LETS GET FIT FOR 2014!

BIG BOLD VOLUME BY THE LASH MASCARA - NYC Review

SORRY FOR THE CAPSLOCK I PROMISE I'M NOT YELLING...

Jokes I was. 

Anyway back on December 27th I went to Kingston for a little bit of sale shopping, whilst in Superdrug I noticed the NYC (New York Color) brand. This is a brand I have never really tried, mainly because it isn't stocked by me and I've also never really heard much about them. 

Anyway I picked up this mascara as a test. It was a whole £2.49.. I mean seriously I wasn't expecting a lot but I have to say I have been pleasantly surprised. 

The packaging itself is nice and bright (obviously) and has a nice weight to it, it doesn't feel cheap and crap. The brush itself (sorry no photo right now I will add one asap) is a rubber wand and reminds me a lot of Maxfactor's masterpiece mascara. 

This is what it looks like on, as you can see it adds nice length and curl. I won't lie to you and say it can be a little clumpy to begin with but once you brush it out it's a very nice mascara. It doesn't flake and leave black smudges on your face, and it seems to last from 8am to around 9pm without looking tired. 

I have to say I am actually blown away by this, considering it's so cheap. You can pick it up from Superdrug online now, I will definitely be picking up some more bits from the NYC brand next time I see it. 

http://www.superdrug.com/nyc/nyc-big-bold-volume-mascara-black/invt/743079&bklist=

Have you tried any NYC products? Let me know below what you love about it.

The definition of frizzy hair

I have mentioned a few times before that my hair has a life of it's own. 

When people say they have frizzy hair I tend to laugh mainly because this is my hair, all I did was brush it.. 

No hairspray, no curling, this was just brushed after a day of being tied up. 

I bet you think your hair is pretty awesome right now.. 

Birthday wishlist

I can't believe it but it is that time of the year again, my 23rd birthday is a approaching fast and it's time to start thinking of the gifts I would like to receive. I got a lot of lovely things for Christmas this year so I don't have a particularly long list, especially now I know I am heading back to the USA.

Anyway one thing I definitely want this year is a Jo Malone perfume, preferably the Pomegranate Noir.

Not only is the smell to die for the packaging is gorgeous!

Next up is the Ugg care kit, I actually need this one before I wreck my beautiful new grey pair.

I would also like some gift cards for Warehouse, ASOS and Topshop, with my new savings habit I have realised gift cards are the way forward as I can't put them into my savings account and I will need some new clothes come summer. 

I have been obsessed with this watch for a long time and I think the time to get it is finally here. 

From Disney Couture it's just too adorable. 

Apart from that there isn't really anything else I am after. Money towards a house and pay rise would be great but I don't think the birthday fairy is that powerful!

Orlando here I come!

This is a huuuuuuuuuuge deal for me. 

I am obsessed with Disney and Harry Potter and at last I have persuaded my boyfriend and our two pals to go. 

It's booked!

I'm finally going to Orlando!! 

Excited doesn't even cover it, this is really a dream come true for me. 

Lets get fit in 2014

I am a sucker for Chocolate. 

I can't help it, I feel like it runs through my blood stream. This of course means I eat way too much of it. 

I also don't like exercising at all but 2014 is the year of change. 

First things first we have to get some thinspiration going on.. 

http://www.pinterest.com/afroevo/lets-get-fit/

So with the motivation of hitting up Miami beach come September I am determined to look like a Victoria Secret angel.

I had every intention of going to Pilates tonight over in Ashford but I have decided I need to run the fat off before I tone myself up. So I have an exercise bike at home already that I go on when it's too horrible outside to run and I have just ordered some new work out gear ready for running. 

I plan on Running every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and cycling every Monday and Friday. I have also been doing some yoga moves to keep my joints happy and I am forcing my boyfriend to join in all the fun!

Join me on Pinterest if you want some fitness inspiration!

The last pictures of 2013..

I wasn't sure what to write for my blog post today after some finger trouble with the new camera which resulted in my Christmas Sales haul being deleted. 

As I was going though my mobile phone camera role I noticed some photos taken in the last few weeks of 2013 that I want to share with you.. 

This is the River Thames on the Sunday between Christmas and New Years, it had broken its banks and I'm pretty sure its 10 feet wider right now.

Glitch on GTA online that gave me $958 million... why can't this happen in real life!

Piccadilly Circus on NYE, it was crazy busy. 

I was lucky enough to go and see Les Mis on NYE (and OMG it's amazing) and the ceiling amazed me too. 

My new favourite top - Shopping is my cardio. 

From amazon. 

Christmas day!

27th December in Kingston upon thames, manic doesn't even cover it. 

My lovely kitty getting confused by a Lush bath bomb. 

Annual clear out that happened on Monday 30th December, with all the new stuff I got it was time to say goodbye to the old and donate. The books went to my local library and the odds and ends went to a charity shop.