FASHION: Guess Jeans SS15

Fashion can be really weird definitely when it comes to presenting collections. While I'm cuddling up next the fire, my mailbox is filling up with the lookbooks for this spring and summer. That's of course one of the advantages of being a fashion blogger, you're always on top of trends. One of my favourite collections so far is definitely the Guess Jeans SS15 collection, see the pics below to see what I'm talking about.

NL: Mode kan soms erg raar zijn, zeker op het gebied van het presenteren van nieuwe collecties. Terwijl ik me lekker neerzet langs de verwarming, vult mijn mailbox met de lookbooks voor komende lente en zomer. Dat is natuurlijk één van de voordelen van een modeblogger, je bent altijd ietsjes sneller op de hoogte van de aankomende trends. Eén van mijn favoriete collecties tot dusver is deze van Guess Jeans SS15, hieronder zie je enkele foto's en zal je zeker en vast begrijpen waarom ik er zo dol op ben. 

Instalab #30

It's been a while since my last Instalab to my busy Christmas holidays so I have many pics and great moments to share. Follow me @karenliesens or click here. 

1) There's a new Tapas bar in town ;Barabas, and it's simply delicious. 

2) No words needed I suppose. 

3) Marilyn Monroe is real icon and example to me. 

4) Any day is a good day to wear lipstick. 

1) Some Chanel make-up inspo.

2) My grandmother makes the best pancakes and I thought it would be funy to play around a bit.

3) When I first saw the ad for the Chips Burger from Quick I got totally obsessed and I indulged on it in Brussels.

4) Selfie before going out. 

1) My collegue made this super delicious Christmas cake.

2) The best Gin Tonic I ever had, again at Barabas.

3) Citytripping means Starbucks.

4) A friend and I during my birthday party a couple of months ago.

1) The girls from my carnaval association and I.

2) I got an H&M giftcard from Christmas, yeah! It's obviously needless to say that've already spent it. 

3) Italian food is my favourite, this pasta is from the restaurant Poco Piu in my hometown.

4) There's nothing wrong with being different. 

1) My dad and I at Christmas Eve. 

2) This quote was very popular amongst my readers for obvious reasons.

3) Cocktail time with my girl.

4) #fromwhereistand, showcasing my new necklace. 

1) We got my dad a breakfast basket as birthday gift. 

2) Q-time.

3) I adore this eye shadow palette by Emma Gelaude and Mac. 

4) My mum arranged  this cute dessert. 

1) Cheering to the new year. 

2) Lunch with my mom.

3) After all the Christmas food I was in need of something simple. 

4) Visiting Christmas markerts is one of my favourite passtimes, or at least the booths that offer food. 

1) I really want to travel more because I realise there are so many amazing places I haven't visited yet. 

2) Gooische vrouwen part 2, it's the Dutch Sex and the city. I had such a laugh. 

3) Throwback to my summer holiday in Tuscany. I miss the tan.

4) New Year's Eve. 

1) Partying at Club Versuz with my best friend. 

2) The start of my healthy 2015. 

3) A waffle while shopping.

4) NYE with my best friend. 

Nude Diamond Antwerp

Today I want to talk about another "diamond" from my home turf Belgium, let me introduce you to Nude Diamond. This new and minimalistic brand specializes in unique and timeless designs. Think small and cute bracelets which can both be worn with a casual outfit as on a dressier occasion. You can order online here and as cherry on the pie you don't have to pay any shipping fee. Not convinced yet? See the pictures and fall in love with Nude Diamond. 

NL: Vandaag wil ik jullie graag vertellen over een andere "diamant" van eigen Belgische bodem, laat mij jullie voorstellen aan Nude Diamond. Dit splinternieuwe en minimalistisch merk  specialiseert zich in unieke en tijdloze designs; voorbeeld hiervan zijn de kleine, schattige armbandjes die je kunt dragen bij zowel een casual outfit als tijdens een meer geklede gelegenheid. Je kunt hier online bestellen en als kers op de taart moet je zelfs geen verzendkosten betalen. Nog niet overtuigd? Bekijk de foto's en word verliefd!

Shoplog #24

1. H&M crop top
   I still had a voucher to spend at H&M and I was so in love with this shirt. Crop tops are not ideal for my body figure but my mum came up with the perfect item in my closet to combine it with. I'm really excited about shooting this outfit and I hope I will soon be able to show it on the blog.
2. Michael Kors blouse by Obsis
   I had my eye on this blouse for quite a time but it was over my budget limit I set for basic pieces. This weekend I did some shopping in one of my favourite shops Obsis and I scored this item with a 30% discount. 
3. H&M ring
   Snakes are my Chinese horoscope and I love big statement accessories so I just needed this ring in my life ;-)

BEAUTY REVIEW: Guerlain Kiss Kiss nr 322 Red on fire lipstick

Description from the Guarlain website:

KissKiss surprises us once again by slipping into a precious and graceful little black dress. Its understated case shows off infinitely elegant curves. A tube transformed into a work of art, a sculptural jewel developed like three sleek cubes. Simply chic!

In perfect harmony with feminine curves, lips immediately regain their fullness and softness thanks to a formula enriched with plumping hyaluronic acid spheres. In parallel, Commiphora oil helps smooth the lip surface.

The elegance of a timeless essential.

Package:

The lipstick is wrapped in the most gorgeous tube ever. The tube and cap are square with on top the logo of Guerlain in gold engraved. The tube is black and shiny. The design is very luxurious.

NL: De lippenstift zit verpakt in de mooiste tube ooit. De tube en dop zijn vierkantig met vanboven op  in het goud het Guerlain logo gegraveerd. De tube is zwart en blinkt. Het design is erg luxueus .

My Opinion:

The Kiss Kiss lipsticks are available in 25 shades, I opted for nr 322 Red on Fire because I already own an orange/red like lipstick and a dark red. This shade is somewhere in between plus it has tiny sparkles included in the fabric. This lipstick is perfect for the holiday season.

The pigmentation of the Kiss Kiss lipsticks is awesome and unless like a lot of other lipsticks this one doesn't disappoint when you apply it. The glitters fade quite quickly but the basic colour remains OK for hours.

I love a shimmery lipstick like this one. I'm not a huge fan of lipglosses and I adore mat lipsticks, the red on fire meets these demands somewhere in between. The only downside is the fact that this lipstick is quite pricy. You can purchase it on the Ici Paris XL website for € 33,55.

NL: De Kiss Kiss lippenstiften zijn beschikbaar in 25 tinten, ik koos voor nr 322 Red on Fire omdat ik al een oranje/roodachtige en een donker rode lippenstift bezit. Deze tint zit erg tussen beide in en heeft kleine glittertjes in de materie zitten. Deze lippenstift is perfect voor het feestseizoen.

De pigmentatie van de Kiss Kiss lippenstift is geweldig en in tegenstelling tot veel andere lippenstiften stelt deze absoluut niet teleur wanneer je hem aanbrengt. De glitters verdwijnen wel snel maar de basiskleur blijft OK voor uren. 

Ik vind een glitter lippenstift zoals deze echt geweldig. Ik ben geen grote fan van lipglossen en ben meer voor de matte lippenstiften, de Red on Fire brengt al deze eisen samen. Het enige nadeel is het feit dat deze lippenstift best prijzig is. Je kunt hem kopen op de Ici Paris XL website voor € 33,55. 

OUTFIT: Hello 2015

We are two days into 2015 and I'm so glad I didn't have to work today. It might sound silly but my body needs more recovery time than before. The sales started today as well in Belgium and I was very lucky to score my first piece but I will show you this later. Today's outfit is about keeping warm and a touch of glam with my high heels from Dorothy Perkins. What are your plans for the weekend?

NL: We zijn twee dagen onderweg in 2015 en ik ben zo blij dat ik vandaag niet moest werken. Het klinkt misschien een beetje gek maar mijn lichaam heeft echt meer recuperatietijd nodig dan vroeger. De solden zijn begonnen hier in België en ik had meteen geluk, maar hierover vertel ik jullie later meer. De outfit van vandaag draait vooral om warmte en een beetje glam met mijn hakken van Dorothy Perkins. Wat zijn jullie plannen dit weekend? 

I'm wearing

top: H&M // pants: Zara // shoes: Dorothy Perkins // coat: Lipsy London // bag: Patrizia Pepe // necklace: Bijou Brigitte // ring: H&M // watch: Michael kors 

My favourite beauty reviews from 2014

Happy New Year to all of you! I first want to take the opportunity to wish you all the best for 2015, may all your dreams come true! I also hope that you will continue to follow my blog and help me grow so I can become the best blogger I can be. 

Yesterday I showed you my favourite outfits from 2014. Another thing I love writting about are beauty products so today I'll be showing you my 10 favourite products from 2014. Do you use any of them? Which is your favorite?

1) Dior Hydra Life Creme Protection SPF15

Dior Hydra Life is in my life for so many years now simply because it's the best day creamm.

2) Celluli Laser Size Code from Biotherm

Don't we all hate cellulites? I discovered this miracle worker.

3) Estee Lauder - Idealist pore minimazing skin 

If I hate anything more than cellulites, then that would probably be my pores. Therefor I often use the Estée Lauder Idealist.

4)  Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture lipstick nr 7 Le Fuchsia

The color of this lipstick is pretty amazing and I feel kind of special everytime I wear it.

5)  Yves Saint Laurent Ombres 5 lumières eye shadow

Another great Yves Saint Laurent product I purchased this year. The colors of this palette are not very conventional so I don't wear it that often. The quality of this eye shadow is great nontheless. 

6) Chanel Rouge Allure 99 Pirate lipstick

A girl never has enough red lipsticks in this dark red one from Chanel is just perfect.

7)  Kiko Perfect Base Corrector

No make-up look is complete without a good primer. I'm pretty hooked on this one from Kiko.

8) Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium

Best perfume discovery from 2014.

9) Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess powder

I love a good tan unfortunately I need some help during these harsh winter timers. The Bronze Goddess powder from Estée Lauder is a top product.

10)  Diorific Golden Shock Top Coat - Limited edition Christmas

The perfect  toap coat to bring the festivities to your nails.