Orla Kiely Washbag

I've only recently posted about my travel make up bag but thanks to the power of twitter I won this gorgeous wash bag from Orla Kiely and just had to share it with you. My boyfriend has also arranged a suprised few days away for my birthday tomorrow so it's the perfect time to use it.

The pattern is gorgeous, it almost has a 70's vibe to it. It's also really spacious the main compartment is huge with 3 smaller zipped sections. The best bit is that it has a hook in built making it perfect to hang on a bathroom door, or draw keeping everything in reach and still organised.

Looking into Orla Kiely a bit more they do some seriously gorgeous house hold things. I fell in love with one of the bed spreads but unfortunately they are a bit out of my price range. A girl can dream though!

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Packing: Skincare and Make up

There is nothing more exciting than going on holiday, the excitement, being up early for the flight, arriving at your hotel all just make me a bit giddy just thinking about it! The only part that makes me want to tear my hair out is packing I am awful at it.

Last night I decided it was a good time to start and to make it more enjoyable I went through my make up and skincare stash to work out what I really need to take with me. I'm usually a complete over packer when it comes to products but this time I'm trying to be sensible and  take one of each product e.g. 1 blush 1 mascara and so on. This will also leave me with more room to bring things back with me!

I'm using my trusty Cath Kidson Travel bag which has 2 compartments to keep everything nice and organised.

Skincare:

♥ Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm

♥ Caudalie Beauty Elixir

♥ Origins Ginzing Eye Cream

♥ Elemis Mattifying Moisturiser

♥ Avene Light Moisturizer

♥ Avene Gentle Gel Cleanser

♥ Rieman P20

♥ Aussie Miricle Moist Shampoo

♥ Aussie 3 Minute Miricle Conditioner

♥ Nivea Face Wipes

♥ Muslin Cloths

♥ Toothbrush

So I know I have to cleansers and moisturisers here but I just can't live without my Emma Hardie in the evening but its just a bit to much for the morning so this cue little Avene sample size gel cleanser has come in extremely handy.

Make Up

♥ Sleek Eyebrow Kit

♥ MUA Undressed Palette

♥ Laura Mercier Primer Radiance

♥ Dr Jart BB Cream

♥ Danity Doll Cream Blush Orange County Girl

♥ Deborah Milano Shine Creator Lipstick

♥ Palmers Cocoa butter lip balm

♥ Natural Collection Waterproof mascara

♥ Rimmel Waterproof Eyeliner

♥ Real Techniques Brushes

I've even impressed myself here with my minimalist approach here but it is only Wednesday and I don't fly until Sunday which leaves plenty of time for additions, I've already realised I've missed out my Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer! wally.

Also my Boyfriend has the shower gel, after sun and tooth paste just to save me some space.

What do you think, is this sensible packing or am I missing something vital?

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My Travel Cosmetics Bag

Cath Kidson 2 Fold Toiletry Bag

Hi guys, Happy Friday! Today I am getting the train down to London for a girly weekend to visit my friend for her birthday and I am so excited! Considering I'm only going down for 2 days I have the heaviest bag of stuff, this happens every time but it doesn't hurt to be prepared.

I thought I’d use this opportunity to give you a sneak peak inside my travel cosmetics bag. The trusty bag I opt for is my Cath Kidson 2 fold toiletry bag; it is absolutely perfect for occasions like this. The case is split into 2 sections both with clear plastic screens and a zip to keep everything in place. It’s so convenient to be able to have all of my makeup and skincare in one place but to also have it organised. The clear plastic means I can see everything and I don’t have to spend ages rummaging through a massive bag just to find my eyeliner.  The outside of bag is made with oil cloth so it’s easy to keep clean and the pattern is a classic pretty Cath Kidson Floral print. What more could a girl need? You can buy the 2 fold toiletry bag on the Cath Kidson Website, I don't think they have this design in stock any more but there are some gorgeous alternatives.

The Contents:

Skincare

 Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm

 Clarins One Step Water Purify Cleanser

 Liz Earle Moisturiser

 Caudalie Beauty Elixr

 Toothbrush

 Emma Hardie Eye Cream

 Clarins Instant Smooth

Make up

 Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation

 Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer

 L'oreal Volume Million Lashes Luminizer mascara for Hazel Eyes

 Maybelline Gel Eyeliner

 Rimmel Kohl Eyliner

 Accessorize Blush, Scandal

 MUA Undressed Palette

 Kate Rimmel Lipstick 22

 MUA Lipstick Shade 2

 Bourjois Rouge Edition Lipstick Rose Tweed

 MAC MSF Soft and Gentle

Elf Eyebrow Palette

I try to keep products to a minimum and these products are my ‘go to’ for a night out.

As soon as we arrive we are going to do cheeky bit of shopping then go out for food and a cocktail or 2 this evening. I'm so glad to be out of our little town and venturing to the capital. I'm hoping to take lots of photos to show you next week. Have a good weekend everyone.