Newest obsession - along with the rest of the world!

Hello everyone!

It's nice and cold here in South Africa and so my free time has mostly been spent under a blanket with a good book. Now I can feel the blush rise as I say under the blanket with my new favourite obsession, although its harmless I swear! FIFTY SHADES OF GREY TRILOGY!

If you have not heard of this before, where have you been? The world is a buzz about these new raunchy tales. Actors are all staking their claims for the roles. I know Emma Roberts has thrown her hat in the ring even though she has not even read the books. I wonder if she would reconsider after reading them. (hahaha)

Any way...so the first book is titles Fifty Shades of Grey. And as the rest of the world I have fallen for the characters and most of all for Mr Grey himself. I think woman all over the world are making the lives of men a little harder after reading and fantasising about Christian Grey.

Now I don't don't want to give too much away so will only provide the synopsis I have found on the internet.


Fifty Shades of Grey:

When literaturestudent Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey,she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. Theunworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despitehis enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable toresist Ana’s quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wantsher, too—but on his own terms.

Shockedyet thrilled by Grey’s singular erotic tastes, Ana hesitates. For all thetrappings of success—his multinational businesses, his vast wealth, his lovingfamily—Grey is a man tormented by demons and consumed by the need to control.When the couple embarks on a daring, passionately physical affair, Anadiscovers Christian Grey’s secrets and explores her own dark desires. 


Fifty Shades Darker:

Daunted by the singular tastes and darksecrets of the beautiful, tormented young entrepreneur Christian Grey,Anastasia Steele has broken off their relationship to start a new career with aSeattle publishing house. 

Butdesire for Christian still dominates her every waking thought, and when heproposes a new arrangement, Anastasia cannot resist. They rekindle theirsearing sensual affair, and Anastasia learns more about the harrowing past ofher damaged, driven and demanding Fifty Shades.

WhileChristian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront the anger andenvy of the women who came before her, and make the most important decision ofher life.

Fifty Shades Freed:

When unworldly student AnastasiaSteele first encountered the driven and dazzling young entrepreneur ChristianGrey it sparked a sensual affair that changed both of their lives irrevocably.Shocked, intrigued, and, ultimately, repelled by Christian’s singular erotictastes, Ana demands a deeper commitment. Determined to keep her, Christianagrees.

Now,Ana and Christian have it all—love, passion, intimacy, wealth, and a world ofpossibilities for their future. But Ana knows that loving her Fifty Shades willnot be easy, and that being together will pose challenges that neither of themwould anticipate. Ana must somehow learn to share Christian’s opulent lifestylewithout sacrificing her own identity. And Christian must overcome hiscompulsion to control as he wrestles with the demons of a tormented past.

Justwhen it seems that their strength together will eclipse any obstacle,misfortune, malice, and fate conspire to make Ana’s deepest fears turn toreality.

 If you haven't read the books yet, I highly recommend it! You might feel like Ana and flush occasionally due to the steamy content, but friends its worth it!

XOXO

Nix

Quick and simple.

Hi Guys!

Just a quick short blog today. I reorganised my nail polish collection, that I discusses in a previous blog, and can now actually find polishes I'm looking for! I had this tin box from another gel nail kit I got for Christmas about 3 years ago and am so happy I rediscovered it! It works beautifully for storing all the little bottles. Unfortunately it is now completely full so if I purchase any new products I will have to make another plan.

I had heard about Estee Lauders Advanced Night Repair for a while now and have wanted to try it for a while. I bought it a week ago and can now say I am addicted and in love with it! It smooths and plumps up the skin and makes it glow in the morning. Definitely  now a staple in my beauty routine!

I also did a little shopping yesterday and purchased some gold rings. I have needed some gold rings and was so happy when I came across these. Think they are classy and can be worn with a dressy or casual outfit.

That's it for now! Hope you have a good day!
XOXO
Nix

Start of Winter Haul!

Hi everyone!

Hope you are well! Winter has arrived in South Africa and that means getting out the summer clothes and making way for thick coats and boots. I have done a little shopping for the new season's approach and decided I'd do a haul blog on it. Hope you enjoy!

Firstly just and update on the shoes I bought a while back on the internet that arrived 2 weeks ago. I am in love with these babies! They look chic and are super comfortable. These little ones are going to see alot of action this winter! What I really love about these shoes are the hook used to tie them. No struggling with buckles just hook and go.

While we are on the subject of shoes lets continue with the other pairs I got. I got these cute brown booties. The look great with pants or a skirt and stockings. So comfortable and affordable! I bought these at Mr Price for R120.00 (Aprox $15.00).

I bought these colourful sailor shoes from Mr Price as well. I loved the coral colour and think it will work great for winter and summer. They were on sal and I got them for a staggering R49.99! (Aprox $6.25)

I have been watching a lot of Geordie Shore lately and have been amazed at the transformation the girls undergo before the go out for a night on the town. Those fake tans and long lashes really doll them up. Now I am not brave enough (or in the right place) for a tan like that but thought I'd like to give the eyelashes a go. I got 2 different types at Edgars over the weekend. Both are from Eyelure and were R52.00 per set. (Aprx $6.50). I got the individual lashes and have tried to apply them but failed miserably. I have not tried again but will soon.

I also got the pre-glued lashes and am very keen to try these out. I just need to wait for an outing to utilise them. Can't wait.

On to jewellery! I love wearing bold statement pieces during winter when your clothes are usually darker colours and enclosing. I found these earrings and thought they'd look great during the day with brown or black (they have a gold back to the gemstones). They were R29.99 (aprox $3.80) from Mr Price. Today I decided to wear them but lost the one butterfly and now have them in my purse. Luckily a lady found my earring and brought it to me.

I also purchased this lovely piece from Mr Price for R29.99 (aprox $3.80). I love this! It is classy and jazzes up any outfit. It's not heavy and is definitely one of my favourites.

Ok so onto the most important things for winter....coats and jerseys! I bought a simple brown polo neck jersey. It looks great with anything and can be dressed up or down. I bought it from Exact for R150.00 (aprox $18.80).

And I saved my favourite for last. My mother and I went shopping the other day and she got me this gorgeous coat from Forever New. It's look is classic 60's with a modern twist. It has cape like sleeves with pockets under the sleeves.It's super warm and hits me on just the right spot for my length. It was a little on the expensive side but fully worth it! It was R1300.00 (Aprox 162.50). The outfit possibilities for this jacket are endless and bouncing around my head. Can't wait for the weather to be really cold to take it out for a spin.

That's that for now. Have a great week and keep faith it's almost weekend again!

XOXO
Nix