**NEW** Batiste Monochrome

I do love a little Press Release email. 

This one arrived yesterday and has details of the newest Batiste Dry Shampoo which will be exclusive to Boots.

"See things in black and white with *new* Batiste MONOCHROME the latest stylish new variant from the UK’s No 1 dry shampoo experts. 

With a retro 60’s vibe, the bold geometric monochrome look is inspired by Moroccan prints and is in perfect sync with fashion’s two-tone palette this season." 

"The bold design is reflected in the spicy and dynamic fragrance with top notes of Orange Blossom and Pepper, a heart of Hyacinth, Iris, Lilac, Wisteria and Heliotropine with a warm base of Musk."

Check out more of the Batiste Range on their website

http://www.batistehair.co.uk/

RRP £2.99 (200ML)

*The information and images in this post was sent to me by a PR firm.

Cath Kidston Multi-Purpose Balm Set

I picked up this pretty little set by Cath Kidston a few weeks back. I’m not normally into Cath Kidston items, however I was instantly drawn to this.

Cath Kidston’s Wild Flowers Set comes with three pretty little tins, all containing beautifully fragranced multi-purpose balms; these are Bluebell, Wild Rose, and Honeysuckle.  

All are lightly fragranced and not overpowering at all. You simply get a hint of flower, rather than feeling like you’ve fallen into a florist!

These balms are perfect for using as a lip product, cuticle cream, or for applying to dry skin such as elbows and knees. My favourite is the Bluebell and I’m using it currently as a lip balm for myself and Little Miss. The tins are a good size for popping into my handbag when we’re out and about.

You could even say they are a nice little gift, if you were feeling generous!

Check out the Cath Kidston website for more flora goodies

RRP £10.00

My Work Style

Whether I'm working as the makeup artist on a photo-shoot; or as a bridal hairstylist I tend to opt for a mixture of style and comfort. 

My Work Style by littlemisskme featuring multi colored flats

Style in the form of a classic black blazer 
and my Omega watch. 
Comfort in the form of a good 
pair of flat pumps.

What is your work style?
Stay Beautiful xx

Maddy's Vintage Vixens #1

My career so far has been an adventure to say the least. I’ve meet some wonderful people (one I should mention is my fabulous husband); I’ve been lucky to have worked at some beautiful locations around Switzerland and have many tales to tell.

My latest adventure has led me to meet the bubbly Maddy - owner of Maddy’s Vintage Vixens, based in Needham Market (Suffolk).

During the summer Maddy asked me to work on one of her photo shoots, creating the hair and makeup look for a very beautiful model called Miss Candy Su. She was modeling some stunning swimsuits and dresses from the 1940’s and I have to say I think the finished photos look amazing.

We’ve since got together again to work on another photo-shoot, which I shall bring you photos and information about soon.

You can find out more about Maddy’s Vintage Vixens, and also shop for some of the items featured in her photo-shoots, by following this link (link to Pippstoo ebay shop)

Stay Beautiful xx

*Photographs taken and supplied by Monochorme-set photography

NEXT - Little Miss 'Wedding Outfit'

We have a wedding to go to in November and after hitting the NEXT sales I found this beautiful dress for Little Miss.

It was a bargain.......Retail price was £24 and I paid just £12!!!

A major selling point on this dress were the colours. Little Miss really suits blue and orange tones as she has mediterranean skin which she gets from her father (not me!).

Cut in a very classic shape, this dress has a wonderfully timeless feel to it. Along with the ‘dog-tooth’ pattern, it has a cute little belt that nips in at the waist; making it puff out and show off the netting underlay.

As with all NEXT clothes, this dress is good quality and is a perfect fit for Little Miss.

On the wedding day I will team this dress with some pretty shoes and a cardigan. The wedding is in a local hotel so we won’t be traveling between the ceremony and reception.

All that’s left to do is to organise myself and Mr KME........Now what to wear???

Stay Beautiful xx

www.next.co.uk

Batiste Oriental Dry Shampoo

Batiste Oriental Dry Shampoo* is the latest to hit the stores this week.

Office - 'Game Plan' Boots

Last Christmas my sister got a beautiful pair of boots from Office and I was very envious. After testing them out in her house for ‘comfort’ and ‘look’ I decided I’d like some. At the time Office had sold out of every size so I was out of luck.

However……...I have found them back on the Office website.

Last Christmas my sister got a beautiful pair of boots from Office and I was very envious. After testing them out in her house for ‘comfort’ and ‘style’, I decided I’d like a pair too. At the time Office had sold out of every size so I was out of luck.

However……...I have now found them back on the Office website.

Let me introduce you to the ‘Game Plan’ Knee boot from Office!

These boots have a 4 cm heel and feature buckles. In the photos online they look like pull-on boots, but they do have a zip on the inside of the leg, which means they fit perfectly around the ankle.

To me they have a slight ‘biker’ feel and I love them . My order has been placed so I know I’ll have these when the damp weather kicks in!

RRP £120

www.office.co.uk

(Also available in Brown)

Casual Autumn Outfit

It's 'Fashion Friday' and today I wanted to show you the style I'll be wearing this Autumn.

Casual Autumn Outfit by littlemisskme featuring rocket dog booties

I'll be teaming cosy cable-knit jumpers with biker boots and a hooded parka.
 Perfect for an Autumn walk.

What is your Autumn style?
Stay Beautiful xx

Maybelline New York - Baby Lips

I have joined the craze of bloggers hitting the shops for the Maybelline Baby Lips. These have been available to buy in America for sometime, so you can imagine how we felt when news arrived that we could buy them in the UK!! So today I have the Baby Lips in Peach Kiss.

Clinique - Christmas has landed

Here's a little something for those of you who are starting to think about your Christmas shopping.

This week Clinique launched their Christmas gifts online and instore.

Below is a little look at some of my favourites....

*Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm set - Chubby Stick colours are Pudgy Peony, Two Ton Tomato, and Voluptuous Violet. £20

*Party Favourites Set - Four shades of All About Shadow, plus Quickliner For Eyes Intense in Black Honey create endless holiday looks. Chubby Stick Intense in Roundest Raspberry, All About Eyes and nail enamel join the party, too. All in a pretty pink and purple bag.

£55

*Twice as Happy - A hint of citrus, a wealth of flowers, a mix of emotions. Here, two reasons to make her smile: the bright scent of Clinique Happy Perfume Spray and skin softening Body Smoother. Both arrive in a ready-to-gift box at a great value.

£25

*Great Skin for Him -A gift to kick his daily routine into high gear. Start with the shave: Face Scrub preps, Post-Shave Healer soothes and M Lotion replenishes moisture. For tired-looking eyes, Anti-Fatigue Cooling Eye Gel instantly revitalizes, brightens.

£30

These are just some of the delights Clinique now have available so why not pop along to your local Clinique counter or go online.

www.clinique.co.uk

Limited Edition Eye Treats from Bare Minerals

I had this little treat arrive in my email inbox today. I thought I'd share it with those of you who do not currently subscribe to Bare Minerals newsletter.

Now I have recently started using Bare Minerals so naturally I was very interested to see they are doing these limited edition sets with massive savings.

My Favourite Perfumes

Today I thought I’d talk ‘perfume’.

I don’t know where you stand on this subject, but for me I have my special occasion fragrances and my everyday ones.

First up is my special occasion fragrance.

This has to be Chanel Coco Mademoiselle.

My husband first bought this for me when we were dating. I wore it when we married in 2008, during my pregnancy, and the birth of our daughter in 2010. It’s the fragrance I will always go for when we have a special occasion, and yet I also wear it day-to-day sometimes. This fragrance always draws lots of lovely comments. I’ve gotten through several large bottles and always have a spare for when I’m getting low.

Chanel says

“This voluptuous, more generous version of the fragrance is surprisingly light and fresh.

A feeling of luxuriance is achieved through two exclusive ingredients that form the signature for all CHANEL parfums: Jasmine Absolute and May Rose Absolute. These delicate flowers bursting with confidence are highlighted by a touch of Iris from Florence.

The very sensual, amber peach shade of the parfum is revealed in the legendary CHANEL faceted bottle. The neck is sealed with a fine membrane, set off by a few rows of white pearl cotton yarn and a black wax stamp.”

Now its the turn of my everyday fragrances. I have a couple that I’m favouring recently.

Left - Ed Hardy Original /Right - Gucci Flora

Flora by Gucci

This perfume always reminds me of Gibraltar, we lived there for a year and I did a lot of duty-free shopping. Flora by Gucci has (and I quote) “crisp top notes of crunchy green accord, mid-notes of rose and osmanthus flower, followed by base notes of sandalwood”. For me it leaves a beautifully fresh airy fragrance on my skin which lasts all day.

Ed Hardy Original

Now this is my fruity number. It was a birthday present from one of my friends and she has fabulous taste in perfume. I tend to keep the mini size in my handbag as I do find the fragrance fades slightly during the day, however it’s still wonderful!

Ed Hardy says “The exciting composition of this fragrance opens with explosive notes of tropical mango, wild strawberries and red grapefruit. The heart introduces mystic black freesia, while the base follows with amber and rose accords.”

So there you are, three of my current favourite perfumes.

Which leaves me with the question…..What is your favourite??

xx

Bold Lips & Eyeliner #FOTD

I saw this image online and thought I’d have a go at recreating it at home.

Now I’m not 100% sure I’d wear both elements together when going out, but you can’t deny it looks stunning!

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For the eyes and lips I used:-

*MUA Eye Primer (over my eyelids)

*Bobbi Brown ‘Nude on Nude’ Eye Palette (shade 2 applied over the primer)

*Rimmel Exaggerate Eyeliner

*Clinique High Impact Mascara in ‘Brightening Black’

*IsaDora Perfect Moisture Lipstick in ‘Tropical Pink’

And this is my finished result……

What other 'looks' are you interested in seeing?

I hope you have a wonderful day, xx

#NOTD China Glaze - 660 'Sexy Lady'

Is it me or does Monday seem to come round quickly??

For me Monday is the day to show off my freshly painted nails, so this week is no different!

Today my ‘Nails of the Day’ (#NOTD) is this beautiful shade of pink by China Glaze.