Sun was out and I went back to the 60s

Hello sunshines!

Guess who's back... Sunny days are back! 

And when lovely weather comes what do we do?
We start longing for bright clothes, sweet colours, open shoes and straw hats. (Am I right or am I right? )

Personally, when sun is out all I want to wear are pastel colours such as baby pink or light blue, yellow and of course our old friend white.

That's what I went for to attend a friend's party two weeks ago.

I bought the kimono before any other piece and had planed to wear it with white ankle length trousers and a nice top. 

But then, I saw a beautiful scooter blue dress, which reminds me of the 60s and that's how I put the white trainers and the little messenger bag together... To give it an idea of a "back to the 60s" outfit.

My make up was pretty simple.
I did my eyeliner in a classic way and put on a bit of blush and light pink lipstick.
My nails were painted in a very light pink too.

Want to know more about where I got my outfit from? 

Let me know!

Love,

Raquel 

KIKO & I

Let me tell you a little story....

Two years ago my best friend Ana called me, very excited, tolet me know she'd found the best place in the world. 
The place where dreams come true and the magic happens... 
KIKO Cosmetics.

At first, I thought she was going crazy (sorry bichito!) but then...

 I visited KIKO for the first time and I knew that moment would change my life.  

(Ok... Maybe not my life but my savings for sure!) 

  Kiko is an Italian professional cosmetics brand founded in 1997 and has more than 600 stores in 8 countries (Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Germany, United Kingdom, Austria and Switzerland). 

If you don't live in one of this countries, you still can get KIKO products since they ship to 34 other countries. 

 Unfortunately, I don't have a store close to me so every time I fly home (Portugal for those who don't know) or any place where KIKO is, I take the opportunity to buy some products that I have previously seen on their site. 

 The greatest thing about KIKO is that you get quality products for a very reasonable price. 

My first acquisition was the Ultimate Pen, a black eyeliner. 

It's not super black, which is perfect for makeup beginners, and it won't budge. 
The thing about it is that it will vanish a few hours after the application but besides it the Ultimate Pen is great as an everyday eyeliner.

 

 I think I have never talked about it but I have a thing for lipsticks. I can't go out without wearing it. Being the addicted I am, I had to try theirs. 

915. Mauve - Smart Lip collection

604. Bright Orange - Velvet Mat collection

BOOM BLUSH!

 When I saw this stick blush, I knew I had to buy it and give it a chance to surprise me. 
Easy to use, this particular colour leaves a very beautiful brown/dark pink shade on your cheeks and, personally, I think it gives a dramatic final touch on your make up which I found lovely. 

Last but not least my white eye pencil. 
I think we all know the effect a white pencil has on our eyes. 
They will look bigger and brighter. 
I have tried a few before but this one has been my favourite so far.

 

01 - Taupe White - Refined

I think it was a limited edition because I can't find it on their site anymore.

 I'm no expert on make up but I think I can recognise quality when I see it. 
 So, if you haven't given KIKO a chance yet, think about it.... Maybe you'll fall for it too!

For more info check their webite

 

Love,

Raquel 

 

P.s: I'm sorry ok? I know it's been a month since I last wrote a post but past weeks have been busy ones. I've been working on something exciting for Jardin Secret and can't wait to share it with you!