The Sunday Post #3

Hey Everyone!

Update

You'll never guess what? Julz' Obsessions is 1 on the 12th! Eek I cannot believe its been a whole year since I published my first (pretty cringe worthy!) post. I haven't decided how to celebrate yet, perhaps a collage of posts throughout the year! In other blogging news, I tweaked my description and added a new tab 'About/Contact'. I really want to try and make an effort to communicate more with other bloggers and you guys :)

My Life

My exams are almost over WOOHOO! Of course as soon as they're done I'll have to get straight back into studying for the final ones in May but at the mo I only have History left. The past couple of days have been amazing! I caught up on Kardashians, Pretty Little Liars, reorganised my room and have been listening to music to my heart's content! Tis been swell. 

How has your week been?

Battle of the Bargain Eyeshadow Primers- Elf v MUA

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You may know that I have a lot of trouble trying to keep my eye makeup on all day- from eyeshadow creasing to mascara smudging, the problems are endless. A few months ago I ordered elf's eyelid primer (£1.50) and for Christmas I got the MUA Professional Eyes Primer (£2.50). I'm sure you will agree that if nothing else, you certainly get a good price on these products.

In terms of packaging, I prefer MUA as I think it has a slightly higher quality feel, whereas the elf primer comes in the boggest of bog standard tubes. The applicators are very similar, if not identical. I find the formula of the MUA to be slightly 'wetter' and it goes further than the elf. Both provide a smooth, sheer base for my eyeshadow which I like texture-wise. However, neither primer ensures a crease free day! I would say MUA primer has a slightly longer lasting power, but essentially, neither will last more than a few hours. In all honesty, I think the products are very, very similar, perhaps even from the same retailer with different packaging. 

Neither works wonders, yet neither is an awful product. I will continue to use both as they do provide a nice even base for eyeshadow.

My favour leans slightly towards MUA, despite the fact its more expensive, I think it does the job a little more effectively and will last longer. For the price, I would at least give it a try!

Topshop Wishlist

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I have a wish that I think is common amongst most of us: an unlimited budget to spent in Topshop- how amazing would that be?! After a recent trip, I have accumulated quite a wishlist which I thought I'd share with you! I am thinking of just biting the bullet and buying a few of these things after my exams. I think I can justify the cost with all my hard work and the fact that they will last me ages compared to my usual Primark stuff!

1. I would usually consider this pattern to be a little too much but I actually think this blouse is so nice and I love the collar tips!

2. Monochrome trend anyone?

3. I think this is so simple and pretty and would be lovely in spring/summer.

4. This simply had to be included as its down to £30 and I've been lusting after it for ages. Not sure how practical it would be in summer though!

5. I still really want disco pants!

6. This is definitely top of the list. I love this- I think it would be so versatile!

7. I'm loving my green polish like this and want to try other colours!

8. I find myself constantly in need of a pair of black shorts- I don't have any!

9. I'm really liking nude polish at the mo!

What's your favourite?

Random Snaps!

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At the weekend I took a while off studying and, taking advantage of the lighting, took a few pictures that I thought I'd share:  

• Stackage :)
• I haven't been keeping up with my New Years resolution because I've been so busy! I'll get back into it though!
• Loving these at the mo, especially Hand Food!
• How cute is this?!
• I have a sickness- one swatch and there's no turning back!

The Sunday Post #2

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My Life

Well its official- my 'mock'/practice/ back up exams have begun. Eeek! Maths was first on Friday and English is tomorrow! I've spent the whole week in the library- I've barely saw the light of day! On the bright side, on Friday I (perhaps stupidly) decided to have the afternoon and night off. I sorted through makeup, watched Pretty Little Liars (has anyone been watching- ITS AMAZING!) and caught up on YouTube.

Weekly Favourite

So, for my English course this year we are studying The Great Gatsby and with a few exceptions, I have never loved a book more. I think you get so much more out of a book when you study it! I cannot even explain my excitement for this film. There are two trailers out and I know pretty much all the words of haha! Watch them and feel the anticipation! Random but yep, I thought I'd share my huge love and excitement for The Great Gatsby.

How has your week been?