I've been casting my eyes over the online retail heavens recently, in search of some things I just can't seem to find in the shops in Auckland and also to get ideas for friends upcoming birthdays. There are definitely some real gems around though, Topshop, here's looking at you. Here's a look at what's on my June lust list. Fairy Godmother, take note..

My birthday is coming up and I'm on the hunt for a nice party frock. I think this one is really pretty, especially with the lace. The Nars pencil is giving me Mac Lady Danger vibes and it'd be lovely in Winter. The bug necklace is really taking my fancy at the moment though. Despite my fear of most insects I love pieces of jewellery like this. My finger is hovering over the 'buy now' button for this one.

Given that the nights are definitely beginning to get a lot cooler and my jumpers have begun to emerge from drawers it seemed appropriate that I started to think about Winter outfits. After a quick glance through my wardrobe it came to my attention that I actually don't possess a great deal of Winter clothing. Before you know it I was hunting around the mecca that is online stores and compiled this list of items I'd quite like to join my wardrobe..


After mourning the end of the now sold out cat themed collection by Twenty Seven Names it seems to have become my mission to find fashion items that reference cats. I do love my tights in winter and these are just the cutest! I am also particularly lovestruck by that dress, the Parka which gives me Alexa Chung vibes and dusky pink shoes a la Kate Middleton.

It feels like I haven't been shopping properly in ages! So I decided to look at some of my favourite online websites for some inspiration & potentially wallet damaging ideas. Have a look at my picks for February & comment below if you love any of these as much as I do.

Around this time of year I normally want to read a lot more & catch up on films or documentaries I've missed during the year, mainly because I have a whole lot more time to do so! Also naturally with the holiday season approaching, plenty of new books are being released which is always a good thing.

This time of year seems to be when I start wanting a new fragrance for summer & the new year. It also seems to be the time a lot of new fragrances make their way onto the market & onto countless Christmas lists.

I'm currently trying to choose a new fragrance, so hard, #firstworldproblems & vice versa. It'll have to be from Duty Free or on sale though, I never buy fragrances full price. They are way too expensive otherwise!

Anyway, here's the scents I am wishing for at the moment:

It's been a while since I've compiled a proper wishlist & the change of season seemed an appropriate time to start dreaming of new things again. There are definitely things on here which I won't ever dream of owning unless I win the lottery (ahem, Mulberry bag) but some I'd quite happily see joining my wardrobe & life in the not too distant future.

So here's Part 2 of my original post. These are all products which I've either tried myself or heard fantastic reviews for & now want to try myself. These are all products which are not currently in my skincare routine so they'd make useful additions.

A little disclaimer: I love Karen Walker as a brand, her designs are always so gorgeous. Her jewellery & eyewear are just as stunning as her clothes. This is probably one of my most expensive wish lists to date but I genuinely love everything on it.  So this post is the epitome of 'maintaining a lifestyle I can't afford' but hey, a girl's allowed to dream, right?

Up until now MAC's nail lacquers have only been released as part of their limited edition collections. As of Monday though we'll be able to get our hands on their new permanent range of nail lacquers!