My airbnb weekend.

The idea of turning up to a strangers house and staying in their custom made Shepherds Hut seems somewhat bizarre and awkward, however it was quite the opposite.

Airbnb provides an alternative to your standard hotel/bed and breakfasts. These places are personal. Really personal. You're holidaying in these peoples homes. 

This weekend we ventured down to the depths of Cornwall, to a village called Trenwheal, about 10 miles south of St Ives. The village consists of one road and 5 large old houses. There is no mobile service and the phrase wifi is considered a different language.

Everyone needs a break from their iPhone now and then.

The hut was beautifully constructed and decorated to a very high standard (sorry to get all 'Homes Under the Hammer' on you).  We spent the evenings looking at the stars, drinking prosecco that had been chilled in the stream while sat next to a little fire. I mean c'mon, does it get much more romantic than that?!

If you're looking for a holiday that's a tiny bit magical and a little out of the ordinary, then this shepherds hut in the middle of nowhere might be the getaway you are after. 

Find this beautiful holiday here:

Edyn at Rose Cottage

A September holiday might be just what you need!

Finella x

InstaUpdate

Another little update through a few pics. 

Things are pretty good. 

Celebrated 6 years with my boy. 

Played with a friends puppy.

 Got food poisoning. 

Got a few pairs of boots. 

Slept in a super big bed. 

Lots of love

Finella May

I'm lovin' it

Hello beautiful people. 

After a bit of a break thought I would give you an update on what I am loving at the moment and whats going on with me. 

I started a new job in November and its been slightly all consuming, which is great. I've settled in really well and its going well.

Now on to the favourites.

1. I've been loving all things stripy. I can't wait for the summer, and stripes are my way of prepping. this is a midi skirt from Whistles. Mmmm.

2. I've been trying to look after my nails, and the OPI Start to Finish top and base coat is simple fantastic. It stops my nails breaking and its great on its own. And nothing beats a nude nail - Topshop En Pointe. And i am in love with Navy - Nails Inc Shalcomb Streer.

3. Now my hair is a bit shorter I've been trying to look after it a bit more, this Moroccan Oil Intense Hydrating Mask has restored my hair to a glossy main.
   Mousse is one of my new favourite things. My hair must have been so limp and flat before! I received this volumising mouse in the Latest In Beauty Glamour Box (Such a lovely beauty box). I'd never tried products by Percy and Reed, but I will definitely try some more.
   I've never been very good at neat hair, so the Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray is a god send. I spray a bit onto my hands and then scrunch it through my hair.

4. I'm a bit on a lip salve and moisturiser kinda girl. I'm trying to use a few more products. These are a few bits that i've really been enjoying using. Nothing overly exciting and i know i am a bit late on the bandwagon with many things.

5. And finally, the creme de la creme. This scent is so heavenly and girly and pretty and dreamy. As you can tell, i am slightly in love.

Keep an eye out for a fashion post later on in the week. 

Lots of love 

Finella May

Messy Shiny Autumn Eyes

I don't really wear makeup in the summer. But as soon as autumn comes around I like to plaster the stuff on. Here is my take on a evening look.

 Eyes and skin prepped with Simple Sun Kissed Moisture Cream, Clinique Tinted Moisturiser and Revlon Colorstay Concealer. My eye brows have a life of their own and my skin is far from perfect. 

 Hope this is an okay 'How-To'! Enjoy. 

1. Line upper and lower last lines with any Shiny eyeshadow stick. I am using Elf Jumbo stick in #3D4

2. Use fingers to press a loose power on to eye lid and crease. Pack it on. I'm using a combination of 2true in No. 3 and a MAC sparkle pot. 

3. Using a random freebie black eye liner that smudges nice and easy along the upper lash line. None of this liquid business. I'm not very good at tidy eye make up. 

4. Continue with the black eye liner on the lower waterline and smudge onto lash line.

5. Use the jumbo stick on the inner corner, up and down.

6. I like to use a travel size mascara for the lower lashes. This is a travel size Clinique High Impact Mascara. Lovely stuff. 

7. Now my favourite bit. Literally cover your lashes in as much mascara as you possibly can. I like over the top spider eye lashes, the clumpier the better. I'm using Rimmle Volume Flash Scandaleyes.

8. Leave one eye to dry and start on the other. 

9. Once they are both dry, apply a few more coats. 

DUNAHHHH!

Let me know what you think of my messy evening eye look. 

Love 

Finella x

Factors of Autumn

AUTUMN IS FINALLY HERE! 

I love autumn, or fall depending on your continent. Everything goes into sepia, the jumpers come out, the scarfs embrace you and everything seems cosier then summer. I even like the rain, I LOVE the mud and adore the puddles. 

Here are a few of my essentials when it comes to the third season of the year. 

Alarm clock is not the best one to start with, my bad. This is an essential because i am not a morning person, and i really dislike getting up when its still dark out side. I don't like the light and dark ratios at this time of year. But hey, you can't have everything right?! 

BLANKETS & SLIPPERS! Need i say more?!

Yes to the obvious - gloves & scarfs. This is a pair from Toast, yes they make me look like a hobo, but i can still use instagram, got to weigh up the pros and cons! 

Carmex and lip salves in general life savers. 

Barry M - Navy 292. Topshop - EN POINT. Essie - eternal optimist. Barry M - Raspberry 273.

Keep EVERYTHING moisturised. everything.

Jumpers and anything knitted. This is a & Other Stories Number (Found on the cheap in TK MAXX)

Its time for the pretty flats to come out. I'm all about comfy dancing shoes. These are Carvela.  

Yummy drinks, if your a real blogger it would probably be something exciting from Starbucks. But these are good enough for me. 

And yes, candles. Scents like Silver Sandlewood and anything that smells like old man is right up my street. 

All these lipsticks are Rimmel. They just do it right (& cheap).

Nothing like getting into bed and reading a book. I fancy re-reading some of the gems on my bookshelf this month. 

Maybelline - MOSS FOREVER 620. Max Factor - Prussian Blue. Mmmmmm.

More knits and cashmere. 

Nivea Essential care is the best night long moisture. And a red lip was meant to be worn with a scarf and bobble hat right?! (AVON - Smitten Red)

Hope you've enjoyed my factors of Autumn. 

Enjoy trick or treating & orange trees.

Finella x

TO FRINGE OR NOT TO FRINGE.

This is a big question.
one that could have serious consequences. 

or it could be wonderful.

i ask myself this very question around this time every year.

Do I or dont I embrace the fringe?!

There are so many beeaauuttiful fringes around at the moment. 

(Thank you Pinterest!)

I'm starting to put on my warmer clothes, pulling my boots and coats on. and to me, nothing goes better then the cold and a fringe. its just what i am used too. But it is a decision i like to think long and hard about. 

I have dabbled with the fringe before:

There are pro's (Its super cute)

there are cons - its a pain in the butt and requires constant attention. 

What do i do?! do i hold onto my comfort blanket fringe or do i let my forehead feel the breeze this AW?

AMERICA.

I recently visited the US of A with my family, mainly to celebrate my lovely cousins wedding! It was one of the best weddings i have ever been to - the yanks do it gooooooood! The whole trip was just incredible. My dad was born and raised in america, so it was great to be able to see where he grew up. These photos pretty much sum up the trip. I have no doubts i'll be back very soon. 

P.S Yessss i ate a lot! Peace.