tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76561169548943952862024-03-13T14:28:05.151-07:00Anais LovesAnais Loveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13533248038184613206noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7656116954894395286.post-9972071432512171242016-11-01T08:52:00.006-07:002016-11-01T09:06:50.391-07:00The First Trimester Recap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I shared <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/09/the-happy-news.html#.WBi0jVd-qi4" target="_blank"><b>the Big News</b></a></span></i> with you a few weeks ago : I'm pregnant !! Yes it's the most exciting thing, but it's also the biggest emotional and physical turmoil I have ever experienced. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I figured I might tell you a bit more about this first 3 months of being a mommy-to-be, in case it might help some of you pregnant ladies of curious readers.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">First, let</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">'s rewind a little bit. The hubbie and I have been wanting to start our own happy little family for a few years. Since we got married in May 2015, the idea of having a baby has become more and more real. So much that we decided, a few months ago, that it was time to <em><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;">actually</span></em> start trying. </span><br />
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the end of June this year, as I was a few days late, I couldn't contain my
excitment and I burst into th</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">e nearest pharmacy in the middle of
the afternoon to buy a pregnancy test. I felt so urged and </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">compelled to
find out that I couldn't wait for the evening till I got home, and I took the
test at work <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(i.e I peed on the plastic stick, and a little bit on my hand too, if we're gonna go TMI here).</span></em></span><br /><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The
30-ish seconds of waiting before the little symbol showed up on that stick felt
like <strong><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;">forever</span></strong>.
And suddenly, it clearly appeared and announced I was pregnant. Tears
immidiately filled up my eyes and I did not know what to do. I must have stared
at this magical plastic wand for a good 5 minutes, before finally getting
out of the restroom.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Needless
to say I could not concentrate on work later that a</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">fternoon. All I could think
about was that wonderful and crazy secret I was carrying. I was already thinking of the moment when I would meet my baby for the first time, and all the hopes and love a new parent must feel when they hold their child in their arms for the first time. "<em>How many languages can I teach them ? Will they turn into an Olympic gymnast or a piano genius ? Will they have their dad's blue eyes or their grandma's crazy character ? Will we be the best parents we can and raise a he</em></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><em>althy happy child ? ... "</em></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">My head was spinning and everything around me in that work o</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">pen space felt muted and distant.</span><br /><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">You bet </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I came home earlier than your average Wednesday. I
remember feeling my heart beating so fast and so loud while climbing up the
stairs to our appartment, that I could have fainted.</span><br />
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opened our appartment door and stepped into the living room where the hubby was
chilling out on the sofa (<i>he </i>was having an average Wednesday night), with the world's largest grin on my face. He
immidiately knew. I said, nervoursly scouting my bag for the plastic evidence, <em><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">"I have a surprise for
you".</span></em> When he saw the positive pregnancy test, he jumped at me
and gave me the biggest hug. All ni</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">ght we couldn't stop smiling and kissing
each other and savouring the happiest and most life-changing news.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The
next few weeks now feel like a blurr.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I took a blood test to confirm I was
pregnant, got an appointment with my gynecologist who told me all at once that
a) 1 out of 4 pregnancies stopped within the first 3 months, but b) I needed to
choose ASAP the hospital where I wanted to have my baby or I might give birth
un</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">der a bridge. The contradictions did not stop at this surreal consultation,
they were everywhere. My boobs got significantly bigger, to my husband's great
pleasure, but they were so sensitive and hard that I would barely let him look at them. I was so excited about the new life in</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">side of me and this new
parent role that we were about to embark on, and yet I felt so sick and tired
all the time. We were the happiest we probably had ever been, and yet we had to
be cautious and wait to share the news with our loved ones.</span><br />
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this crazy first weeks got u</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">s to the summer holidays. In August we visited
our families on both sides and finally told everyone. Sharing our happiness and
excitment with my mom and sister wiped away all the morning sickness and the
6pm attacks of exhaustion. </span><br /><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Now
we've told our friends and co-workers, and everything gets more real. We've already got given tones of baby-related 'essentials' <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(that any one who hasn't had a baby in the last 5 years probably has never heard of)</span></i>, and I'm starting to buy maternity clothes to fit my wide bottom and already quite significant baby bump. </span><span style="font-family: "\22 georgia\22 " , serif;">My bump grew quite fast actually, and even so once I started telling my family and friends we were expecting. In early September people on the tube started to notice and leave me their seats. I really felt pregnant.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";"><span style="font-family: "georgia";">The 12 weeks ultrasound enabled us to hear the baby's heart beat, to see them move <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(like Jagger)</span></i>, and to get the cutest picture of their profile, with the cutest little nose and belly. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";"><span style="font-family: "georgia";">See ? I'm already a crazy <i>my-baby-is-the-8th-Wonder-of-the-world </i>mom. To be honest, I feel so much love for this little human growing inside my belly, it's insane. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif;">Many people told me that the 2nd trimester is the best, in the sense that the morning sickness passes and you feel more energetic... I'll tell you more in the next update !! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><i>PS : Sorry for the VERY bad quality of the pictures in this post. I wasn't really planning on writing about this in my first weeks of pregnancy, so I haven't taken proper photos...</i></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another week-end has passed, and with it, another Cleaning-Up-Sunday. I mentioned in </span><a href="https://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/05/the-empties.html#more" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><em>my last Empties post</em></span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> that I quite like to go through my beauty products on lazy Sunday mornings and see what needs to be binned. It gives me the perfect excuse to get shopping on Monday morning :)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So here's what I've used up lately, and my brief review of each product. <span style="color: #0b5394;"><i>It's a "s<span style="color: #3d85c6;">hould I repurchase them straight away or should I try to see if the grass is greener with another conditioner" kinda dilemma ... </span></i></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Just like last time, these empties are a mix of hair, make-up, skin care & body care.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "georgia";"><strong><u><a href="http://www.loreal-paris.fr/soin-du-cheveu/shampooing/elseve-nutri-gloss-shampooing.aspx" target="_blank">1) L'Oréal Elsève Nutri-Gloss Shampoo and Conditioner</a></u></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I've loved the Elseve range for many many years now, and I still go back to it regularly. The products are quite affordable, very easy to find in your local shop while grocery shopping <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(very convenient),</span></em> and they do the job. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">My favourites are the pink (Nutri-Gloss) and the teel blue (Fibralogy) shampoos. The pink range is aimed at long and dull hair, which suits me well. I find that it gives my hair volume and shine, leaving it very soft and glossy but never feeling greesy or too heavy. The conditioner does miracles at detangling my messy mane, and together with the shampoo it's a winning routine for me !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I'll admit I have given into the hype and bought fancier shampoos and conditioners lately, so I haven't repurchased the Elsève ones just yet. But I sure will, as soon as I run out of my Bumble&Bumble Sunday shampoo or my Ouai haircare.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">On to the <i>make-up(ish)</i> empties now.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "georgia";"><strong><u><a href="http://www.thebodyshop.fr/visage/hydratants/brumisateur-visage-vitamine-e.aspx" target="_blank">2) The Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist</a></u></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Let's say it straight away, I bought a back-up of this back in June after I frantically sprayed my Beauty Blender one morning and thought my Vitamin E face mist was running low. <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Just to say how much I love it.</span></em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I can't really explain why I've chosen this face mist in particular to be in my every-day make-up routine, but it might have something to do with the fact that Victoria (from <a href="http://www.inthefrow.com/" target="_blank"><em>In The Frow</em></a>) kept mentioning it <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qidVYr2gg70" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">tutorial</span></a><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span>after <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEbBhFvOXVs" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">tutorial</span></a>, back in the days. I love Victoria, and I love the Body Shop, so I was immidiately convinced. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">This is a very fine and subtly rose-scented refreshing mist. This summer I used it up spraying it directly on my face, on those scroching hot days when I was battling the first weeks of pregnancy. But most days I use it to damp my beauty sponge before applying foundation or concealer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Like Fleur de Force <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a17k0p_vNLw" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">said</span> </a>about the <a href="https://fr.caudalie.com/eau-de-beaute.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjw1K2_BRC0s6jtgJzB-aMBEiQA-WzDMSITLs6PTiHKpflozEPCMNK7x_RQSAq9bVNIh4emy-waApjP8P8HAQ" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Caudalie Beauty Elixir</span></a>, "it's such a princess product". Who needs water in a bottle to damp their sponge ?!<em><span style="color: #3d85c6;"> Apparently I do</span></em>. I'm too lazy to get up from my vanity to the bathroom sink, AND I somehow believe that it helps my make-up stay in place longer while gently moisturizing my skin.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">To be honest, I don't know if it <em>does </em>anything particular (other than smell and feel nice), but it's a very pleasant and refreshing step in my routine, and I wouldn't have it any other way.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Plus, compared to the Caudalie Beauty Elixir, the Body Shop face mist is about 11 euros for 100mL - when the Caudalie version will cost you 8 euros for 30mL, and I'm not even talking about the fancy </span><span style="font-family: "\22 georgia\22 ";">Jason Wu </span><span style="font-family: "georgia";">limited edition bottle...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Speaking of bottles, the Body Shop have changed the packaging of this Vitamin E face mist, which means two things : a) I almost walked out empty handed on that June day when I went to repurchase it, because I did not recognize it on the shelves, b) This empty bottle is practically a vintage / collectable item. <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Should I keep it then ?</span></em></span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "georgia";"><strong><u><a href="http://www.loreal-paris.fr/maquillage/yeux/eyeliners/super-liner-precision.aspx?varcode=3054080007654&gclid=Cj0KEQjw1K2_BRC0s6jtgJzB-aMBEiQA-WzDMS4OS3P0DJ7eloMW-Mi9MgPjA7EO_ldtaU6FeWG_AikaAsA_8P8HAQ" target="_blank">3) L'Oréal Super Liner in Black</a></u></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Second make-up item I've used up is this L'Oréal liquid eye liner. It was getting so old that the writing on the packaging had rubbed off, and the felt tip was completely dry (and highly un-hygenic). So I eventually had to throw it away, but I've clinged on to it for a long time because it was <em>that</em> good. Super easy to use, super black, and does not buge.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I'm such a clumsy-skaky mess when it comes to liquid eyeliner... It's actually sad. So once I find one that I can apply semi OK, I tend to stick to it.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Poor little L'Oréal number though, it was replaced a few months ago already by <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/stila-cosmetics-stay-all-day-liquid-waterproof-eye-liner-black.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">the Stila one</span></a> that I got from Anna & Lily's Cult Beauty box <em>(I've written </em><a href="https://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/05/the-box.html#.V-vhbv6a30c" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;"><em>a whole post</em></span></a><em> about this box if you fancy a read).</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">So I'm letting it go, but only with deep sorrow because it served me very well. <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(Too much for an eyeliner ? Maybe.)</span></em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Then there are a few skin care bits that I also finished up recently.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: georgia;">I've talked about Zoella products before, and I'm generally very impressed. This body lotion is no exception. I liked pretty much everything about this product : the scent (refreshing and sweet, just like all the Tutti Frutti range), the packaging (easy to squeeze out + you can use it up completely), the formula (with little bursting beads which made the application </span><i style="font-family: georgia;">sooo</i><span style="font-family: georgia;"> satisfying)... Just like the old packaging of the Vitamin E face mist though, this is a collector's product because it seems like it's not stocked anymore. At least I can't find it on Superdrug and Feelunique websites.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">But don't panic, I'm sure the Zoella Christmas range will fill the void - <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><em>Ginger bread scent though... just dreamy.</em></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "georgia";"><u><strong><a href="http://www.vichy.fr/hydratants/creme-riche-hydratation-dynamique-aqualia-thermal/p12311.aspx" target="_blank">5) Vichy Aqualia Thermal Crème Riche</a></strong></u></span><br />
<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia";"><span style="color: black;">For a face moisturizer, I've been using this Vichy one for months. I love Vichy skincare, it's a brand that my mum always recommended to me when I was younger, and I've followed her advice. </span></span><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia";"><span style="color: black;">The Aqualia Thermal is one of my favourite Vichy ranges, because it's very light in texture, but it feels like it gives all the richness and goodness my face needs. Just like fresh mineral water can seem to satisfy your thirst better than tap water,</span> </span><span style="font-family: "georgia";">this face cream brings all the hydration and softness back into my skin. It's paraben-free, I love it! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I'm using up some samples that I have at the moment, to test out other products and to declutter my beauty stash a bit, but I'll repurchase this Vichy moisturizer very soon. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Generally speaking, I really rate French pharmacy skin care : if you have never tried Vichy, Avene, Nuxe, La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, Caudalie and the others, check these brands out !</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">And if you'd like me to do a <em>'Best French Pharmacy products'</em> post, let me know :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I've used this deodorant and this one only for about 2 years now. It might be a bit TMI to talk about my armpits, but trust me they feel divine! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">I prefer roll-ons to sprays, because it's better for the environment but also because it always makes me caught when I breathe in the aerosols while applying them.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">This deodorant smells lovely (it's actually one of my favourite skin care or body care scent EVER), and it is truly long lasting. I've never felt self-conscious about my level of sweat / smell while wearing it. Obviously if you do hardcore work-outs, it might not be strong enough, but for me it works just fine. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">It's not the cheapest deodorant (about 10 euros for 50mL); and there are plenty of drugstore brands that try to incroporate some of the same ingredients into their formulas (such as stone alum), but I always find that their scent is less subtle than my Nuxe one, and that they are less long-lasting.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">When it comes to fragrances, my heart balances between Jo Malone and Diptyque. My all-time favourite perfumes are <a href="http://www.jomalone.fr/product/9526/23540/fragrances/colognes/les-fruites/blackberry-bay/blackberry-bay-cologne#" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">BlackBerry and Bay</span> </a>for spring/summer, and <a href="http://www.diptyqueparis.fr/fragrance-collections/personal-fragrance-collections/eau-duelle-collection/eau-duelle-eau-de-toilette.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Eau Duelle</span></a> for fall/winter. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Every now and then, I try out another fragrance from those two brands. Last year <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(or was it the year before?)</span></em> I picked up this gorgeous violet bottle from Jo Malone, and I absolutely loved wearing it. It was a limited edition for spring so it's not available anymore sadly, but it was a lovely scent. Fruity and fresh, not too citrusy but quite sweet and floral. It gave BlackBerry and Bay some serious competition.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Now it's empty and I'm back wearing my classics, but this Plum Blossom made me want to venture more out of my signature scents and try the Jo Malone Limited Edition Colognes more often... </span><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia";"><em>*hints semi-cunningly, wishing her hubby reads this and remembers it when Christmas comes around*</em></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "georgia";">Guys, that's it for this round of empties !! I hope I haven't killed you all with my rambling. And I hope you found some of this helpful in any way :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Remember how I was trying to justify my recent lack of posting with personal life events ? <em>(<span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/09/the-come-back.html#more" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a></span>, if you missed it)</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Well, I have some <u>very</u> exciting news to share with you, from the personal life department...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I can't believe I'm finally able to share this with you ! I feel like it's been forever since I found out and had to keep it a secret.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Actually, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">I'm not sure if it's the same in every country or culture, but in France most people tend to wait for a few weeks before telling everyone about a pregnancy. The 3-months mark is usually when women start telling their bosses and colleagues, and when they officially declare their pregnancy to the French administration. I've passed the risky first 3-months, so now the secret's out ! </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">And it feels bloody great, <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">lemme tell ya</span></em>.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">But for now I just wanted to let you guys know that I'M HAVING A BABY !! <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(The excitment levels are very high, trust the capital letters.)</span></em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">As I'm writing this, I'm 16-weeks pregnant, and my little baby is due for the end of February. It's getting more baby-like and taller and bigger everyday, and it's getting harder to fit into my jeans every morning. <em>Thank goodness for <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="color: #0b5394;"><a href="http://www.asos.fr/femme/maternite/cat/?cid=5813&cr=6&via=top&channelref=paid+search&affid=12484&gclid=Cj0KEQjw9vi-BRCx1_GZgN7N4voBEiQAaACKVgKQyCcT-N1rjkV3d_iIT2zDGrO44xKkuWKTeOAiWpsaAvBc8P8HAQ&r=2" target="_blank">Asos Maternity</a></span> </span>and next-day delivery.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I'm feeling overwhelmingly happy and I'm really excited to share this new chapter of my life with you. You can expect some pregnancy and baby-related posts on the blog in the future, but I'll still talk about all the other things I love <em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(lipsticks, jackets, candles and Nutella, just to name a few)</span></em>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";"><br /></span>Anais Loveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13533248038184613206noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7656116954894395286.post-27574549872325666982016-09-10T05:48:00.002-07:002016-09-10T05:51:25.635-07:00The September Birchbox<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's the beginning of the month again, which can only mean one thing : my new <a href="https://birchbox.fr/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw3s6-BRC3kKL_86XDvq4BEiQAAUqtZwCXONbe0gCKYHT4X75fuHL62pqKmXR5E__QvUS6Su0aAtSK8P8HAQ" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Birchbox</span></a> has arrived !! I'm excited to show you what's inside this September edition, and what I can't wait to start including into my daily routine ! <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">So here we go...</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's a collaboration between Birchbox and <a href="https://www.wearlemonade.com/fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Wear Lemonade</span></a>, a cute and easy-to-wear fashion brand. They sell limited edition clothes that you can either get fully done or make yourself ! To be honest, I didn't know about the brand before opening the box, but I'll check it out a bit more in the next weeks for sure! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've always wanted to try and create my own clothes, I've watched almost every <span style="color: #3d85c6;">'<a href="http://www.mylifetime.com/shows/project-runway" target="_blank">Project Runway' </a></span>season <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i>(yes that counts)</i></span> and I got a sewing machine for my 16th birthday <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">(i.e 10 years ago... God I'm old)</span></i>. But I never really got the <strike>skills</strike> patience to make a whole garment by myself. Fun fact, my grandma was actually a seamstress and worked for the most prestigious Couture brands, such as YSL. Not sure where those creative genes went... Anyway, Wear Lemonade sell patterns and fabric and everything you need to get started with sewing, so I might give it a go some day !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But enough rambling, back to the September Birchbox.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The first item that caught me eye in the box was... the biggest. I'm such a child.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This Rituals body cream is a 70mL sample, so a very decent travel size. There's enough to slather it all over my body. Because, I'm warning you, that's exactly what you'll want to do, as soon as you smell that cherry blossom goodness and feel its light yet very rich texture. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This 'magic touch' body cream is inspired by the Japanese ritual of Sakura, and uses rice milk to give you that moisturizing and calming effect. It's a pleasure to use, and on the tube it says <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">'Celebrate each day as a new beginning'.</span></i> It's perfectly fitting to my current mindset, as I'm trying to get a new start with blogging, and life stuff in general.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The only make-up product in this box is a lipstick, with the same packaging as the box. I think it's a Birchbox's own brand product, and possibly a limited edition for the collaboration with Wear Lemonade. I got it in the shade Maria, the bright red colour. There's also a bright fuchsia and a muted pink in the collection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's a rather matte lipstick, quite pigmented, but not with the best durability I'm afraid. It tends to wear off quickly and after an hour or so, I was left with an ugly red streak on my lips - <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">don't you hate when lipsticks do that ?</span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The sweet scent however makes it enjoyable to apply, and perfect for the end of summer when I'm desperately trying to keep a bit of tan going and am still wearing a bright lip every now and then.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The next item is a little (9mL) hair treatment spray by Revlon Professional. I haven't used it yet so I won't be able to give you a full review, but it says this leave-in mask repairs, brightens, detangles, texturizes and protects from heat and U.V ... So basically it does everything! I'll report back if it lives up to my expectations, <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">but trust me they are very high !</span></i> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If this hair spray does half of what it claims to do, without leaving my hair feeling heavy or greasy, I'll be a very happy bunny :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now this might be the product I was least excited to discover in the box. Not that I don't like a good scrub, but I already have so many samples and travel-sized similar products, that I can surely scrub my butt off for the next 17 years. At this point I feel like these scrubs are pretty much all the same, so my level of excitement to try this Codage one isn't the highest.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">That being said, I mentioned I was trying to keep my holiday tan alive, so this might come in handy in the end. The scrubbing bits are made from tiny rice particles, so perfect for my sensitive face. And it says it boosts your skin's radiance. <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Who doesn't want to look radiant ?</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The last item in this box is a soft and light scarf, that you can use tied up in your hair or around your neck <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i>(as any scarf, duh)</i></span>. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's made out of polyester but doesn't feel too cheap. The print is border-line teenager, with the big white and fuchsia polka dots. But somehow the navy background makes it OK for my 26-year-old self to wear it, I reckon.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I might need to watch some tutorials to see how Lisa Gachet, the creator of Wear Lemonade, ties her scarf up in her hair : it looks so great and effortless on her ! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Or, if I fail with the stylish hairstyle, I can always wear it as a normal scarf, or tie it to my handbag for a little pop of color ! <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">That I should be able to do</span></i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So that's all that was in this month's French Birchbox. Let me know which product you're most exciting to try, or if you have ideas on how to style the scarf ! </span><br />
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</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Three Birchboxes, countless empties and many hauls have gone by, and I haven’t
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">What happened ?? I’d say <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">life</i>
happened, but I might owe you a better <s>excuse</s> explanation.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Basically,
I started <strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/04/the-start.html#.V8bdXv7r30c" target="_blank"><i>Anais Loves</i></a></span></strong> in April this year, after deciding to stop thinking about
it and to actually do it. I’ve been reading beauty, fashion and lifestyle blogs
for years and having my own little happy and inspiring place on the Internet has
been a dream of mine ever since. </span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The thing
is, writing and taking photos is my hobby. And as such, it can sometimes fall
behind overwhelming workloads or personal life events. Both my job and my
family life got a lot busier this summer – <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">I’ll
get more into some of it very soon</i> </span>– and so I didn’t take the time to
create new posts for my blog. There really is no reason in particular, or maybe there
are tones – but to be honest, I just fell behind.</span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I’m sorry
if I let some of you down. I know consistency is probably the key to be a
successful blogger, but right now I still need to find the balance. I need to
prioritize more, to stop procrastinating, and to get more sh** done if I want
to keep <strong><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i>Anais Loves</i></span></strong> up and going. And
trust me, I really <u>really</u> do. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">So starting
today, with the whole ‘back to school’ (or ‘rentrée’ as us Frenchies say)
momentum, I am committing myself to try harder and post more. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Do
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today I wanted to talk to you about one the decoration elements that can be so easily underestimated or taken for granted, yet have the power to make a house feel like home and are essential to create cosy and warm atmospheres. It's all about the <span style="color: #3d85c6; font-style: italic;">lighting </span>guys...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I have to say I feel terribly old writing this, and quite frankly I never paid too much attention to light and lamps around me until quite recently. I've been more and more into interior design in general since I've settled with my husband in our new apartment and I've finally said farewell to my numerous student flatshares or studio apartments where everything was temporary.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Since my husband and I got our first place together, I've tried to make it as cosy and homy as possible, and I realized that one of the key ingredients to make any place feel like home, is good lighting.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Some pieces we first got as Christmas decorations, and finally made their way into our living room all year around. I love this red star lamp, quite festive and fairy-like, and it fits quite well on top of our DVD shelves as it accentuates the high ceiling with its 1930's moulding. It was less than 10€ from IKEA a couple of years ago, but I think they bring it out each winter, and even in various colors (I believe there was a white one last year).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The fairy lights are also one of those festive additions that never got back to the attic. We have a few shining around the flat, and in the living room we put this one on the sofa to add some extra cosiness. I love it !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">T</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">he most recent addition to our lighting collection is this gorgeous </span><a href="https://www.habitat.fr/" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Habitat</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> tripod lamp with this big white lampshade. Our friends got it for our housewarming party, and we couldn't be happier with this gift !! It goes with some other 1960's inspired items that we have around the apartment, with a quite Scandinavian minimalist style. The light bulb is designed to give this warm and cosy light, and it completely changes the vibe of our living room. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">So goodbye ugly bulbs hanging from the ceiling, and hello gorgeous indirect, soft and subtle lighting ! It's so easy to give a warm and cosy feeling to you interior, just pick some nice lamps !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Plus, your pictures will look so much nicer with good lighting ;)</span>Anais Loveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13533248038184613206noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7656116954894395286.post-49903524592446307402016-06-07T07:44:00.002-07:002016-06-07T07:51:49.830-07:00The June Birchbox<div style="border-image: none;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My monthly <a href="https://birchbox.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Birchbox</span></a> has arrived, and I thought I'd share it with you, because this month I was extra-excited to open it. After a delay in the delivery due to the <a href="http://images.google.fr/imgres?imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sudradio.fr%2Fvar%2Fplain_site%2Fstorage%2Fimages%2Fmedia%2Fafpsudradio%2Fles-berges-de-la-seine-inondees-le-2-juin-2016-a-paris%2F5766903-1-fre-FR%2FLes-berges-de-la-Seine-inondees-le-2-juin-2016-a-Paris_afp-article.jpg&imgrefurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sudradio.fr%2FActualite%2FFrance%2FInondations-branle-bas-de-combat-sur-les-rives-de-la-Seine&h=413&w=620&tbnid=ApuhrnU8NuLh6M%3A&docid=E188jrlYBjqRsM&ei=jNNWV5e2Osf2aOTti5AH&tbm=isch&iact=rc&uact=3&dur=2943&page=1&start=0&ndsp=32&ved=0ahUKEwiXrIbsiZbNAhVHOxoKHeT2AnIQMwg6KAowCg&bih=858&biw=1684" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">'meteorological situation'</span></a> of the past week, it magically came last night, and this morning it's summer again outside. <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Coincidence ? I don't think so...</span></em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In this June Birchbox I got 5 exciting products and a very cute make-up bag. Here are my first impressions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've heard good things about Cattier, but never tried any of their products. Also I've never used pink clay before ! So this is a first, and I'm curious to see what it does on my skin. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's marketed for sensitive skins and made of organic ingredients such as shea butter and aloe vera, so this should feel quite soothing and gentle on my tired face. Can't wait to pamper myself with this new mask !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Staying in the organic skincare department, this little cleansing gel by Absolution was a very welcomed addition to my <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(ever growing)</span></em> skincare products family. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I discovered the brand <a href="http://www.absolution-cosmetics.com/en/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Absolution Creative Apothecary</span></a> a few months ago when I received a micellar water from their range in one of my Birchboxes. I used it up straight after I got it, which doesn't happen so often.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For those of you who don't know me <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(i.e not you, Mom)</span></em> , I usually tend to pile up all of my beauty samples and travel-sized products in a big basket in my bathroom and pick one up every now and then, when I'm fancying a change or when I need a travel-friendly product. Leaving the rest of the basket generally collecting dust, in the meantime.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Despite its strong grannyish orange-infused-old-cologne scent, I quite liked this micellar water I tried from Absolution. So I'm happy to get a new product to test out from this organic skincare brand !</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: black;">Moving on to <em>in-shower</em> products, the first one is this lovely L'Occitane</span> shower gel. I love L'Occitane, I've never been disappointed by one of their products, and I very often buy their <a href="http://fr.loccitane.com/nos-trousses-et-coffrets,74,1,24608,0.htm" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">cute sets</span></a> as gifts for my friends and family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I haven't used this Jasmin & Bergamote shower gel yet, but I'm already obsessed with it. This floral yet fresh scent is DI-VINE. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Oh boy! I just had a look at the L'Occitane <a href="http://fr.loccitane.com/nos-offres-du-moment,74,1,59761,242352.htm?srch=1&gclid=CjwKEAjw4dm6BRCQhtzl6Z6N4i0SJADFPu1ndqfrk6IM7ZJp7V73SudkYyjQ5MOmJQxZHMMFfSyKbBoCkDnw_wcB" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">website</span></a>, and discovered that the Jasmin & Bergamote range includes a fragrance AND a candle. <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">*Frantically adds said items into her e-basket*</span></em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The second in-shower product that came with this June Birchbox is this teeny tiny pink squared bottle of hair conditioner. Seeing its memorable shape now I realize I have had a product from this brand before, but I don't remember using it<span style="color: black;">. <em>It's probably one of the sad and forgotten inhabitants of the dusty basket I just mentioned.</em></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This pink little conditioner caught my eye <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(I'm such a packaging-oriented consumer, it's kind of sad)</span></em>, and I'm curious to use it. My hair is fine and slightly coloured indeed, so congrats Birchbox on your targeting skills, this is right up my street.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Color-wise, I would say it's more of a rose gold than a champagne, which is fine by me. I actually chose this shade a few weeks ago, with one of these personalization emails that Birchbox sometimes send, asking you to chose from different versions of one product. Am I the only one who loves it when they do that ? I feel like I'm participating in the making of my next box, which makes me more engaged and even happier when I open it :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Anyway, this LOC little number seems like one of those lazy girl sticks that you can slather on your eyes when you're rushing in the morning. Or one that you can apply quickly 5 minutes before your date arrives when you distractedly look at your reflection in the restaurant window and realize you look like you haven't seen light since 1997.<em> I all in !</em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Finally, the exciting novelty element of this June Birchbox : the make-up bag ! This little case made of some neoprene-like material will be perfect to bring sunscreen and sunglasses to the beach or by the pool ! The muted grey with the neon pink look fab, I'm really liking it ! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's nice to change things up from time to time and get something different from the usual boxes <em><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(which are starting to seriously clutter my bathroom tbh, even if I love collecting them).</span></em> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Last week-end, something REALLY exciting happened : I attended my first ever fashion & beauty blogger/Youtuber event ! I was invited by <a href="http://fr.feelunique.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">FeelUnique</span></a> to <a href="http://getbeautyparis.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Get Beauty Paris</span></a>, one of the first events of the VidCon / BeautyCon type to be organized in France. It was crazy but so much fun !</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The first thing that stroke me was the CROWD !! I knew a lot of girls were watching beauty and fashion videos on Youtube, but to see such a massive gathering of screaming young ladies made it all very real ! And made me feel quite old, if I'm honest.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I watched a bit of the huge Q&A that was going on on the main stage, where 3 Canadian Youtubers were answering questions from the audience. <i style="color: #6fa8dc;">Catherine </i>(from the channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/girlyaddict" style="color: #3d85c6;" target="_blank">BeautyAddict</a>), <i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/cynthiadulude" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Cynthia Dulude </span></a></i>and <span style="background-color: white; color: #6fa8dc;"><i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJroPsUao71PPlwrA5qpILw" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Emma Bossé</span></a></i> </span>were on stage. Some of the questions they answered about their YT career and beauty tips were quite interesting !</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Then, let's be real, I mainly spent time trying on and buying make-up. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I got soooo excited when I saw the </span><a href="http://fr.thebeautyst.com/3dhdtm-kabuki-copper-black.html?LGWCODE=27947;29676;1535&gclid=CjwKEAjwm8-6BRDgnb-Dk96UmRASJADbMycYm8NrsTi4RIrq1-G4fMNkOHFnDfi9DnvEaGwCVfzWvhoCD4bw_wcB" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Sigma 3DHD Kabuki Brush</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, and the </span><a href="https://www.zoeva-shop.de/en/cocoa-blend-eyeshadow-palette/a-9008579/" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Cocoa Blend palette </span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">from Zoeva on <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://fr.thebeautyst.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">the Beautyst</span></a><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"> </span></span>stand - two of the products I'd been dying to get my hands on for such a long long time!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And they were significantly cheaper than what I had seen online <span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(17€ for the brush and 15€ for the palette - B.A.R.G.A.I.N!)</span>,</span> which sealed the deal for me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few week-ends ago, to celebrate our 1st wedding anniversary, the hubby and I decided to spend a couple of days in Normandy, the closest sea-side from Paris, and one of the most charming regions in France. I thought I'd share with you some of the pictures from this little romantic getaway, which came as the perfect sunny and peaceful retreat for us and might inspire you to visit these beautiful places.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Our first stop was in Honfleur on Sunday, May 16th, our actual anniversary date. I had always wanted to come to Honfleur for the artistic-poetic-romantic atsmophere it conveys.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So many painters and writers have stayed in Honfleur over the last centuries, and I was curious to discover why.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I immediately fell in love with this charming town.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The sun was out, people looked happy and chilled, and we ventured into the tiny cobbled streets excited and curious to see what would appear around the next corner. So many beautiful old houses tangled with wisteria and pretty spring blooms, the nicest little shops and cafés, and of course, the loveliest harbor with its majestic boats.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We were very lucky to visit Honfleur during the Sailor's Festival (Fête des Marins), which made it extra special. The town was in a very festive spirit, decorated with all sorts of bunting and paper flowers and boats made by the school girls and school boys of Honfleur. We even had the chance to attend a little sailors show, so very authentic and charming :) We had the perfect day and will for sure come back to Honfleur very soon.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The next stop on our little Normandy adventure was Etretat. Now this is one of those breathtaking places where you might tell yourself <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">'Nature is amazing, I feel so tiny'</span></i>. I definitely did.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Etretat Cliffs are one of the most beautiful spots I've been to, and it's so close to Paris I don't know how I had never been before.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We spent a few hours admiring the landscape surrounding us. I even asked the hubby to do a little outfit shoot to take advantage of this stunning location.<i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"> (Go check out </span><a href="http://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/2016/05/the-spring-outfit.html?utm_source=bp_recent&utm-medium=gadget&utm_campaign=bp_recent#.V1RPkbzHyi4" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">the Spring Outfit post </span></b></a><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">!)</span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Again, we were very lucky with the weather and it was the prettiest sunny day, with a turquoise sea and lush greenery. I was in awe :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But before the week-end was over, there was one last place we wanted to visit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You might have heard of De<span style="background-color: white;">auville for <span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><a href="http://www.festival-deauville.com/DEV/index.php" target="_blank">the American Film Festival</a> </span>a</span>nd the iconic dimension this little town acquired over the decades of hollywood movie stars visiting Deauville. I wouldn't say it's the most beautiful place on earth, but it's quite fun to have a walk on the famous 'Planches' (wooden promenade) and the beach huts with all the actors names. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The iconic Normandy hotel is quite spectacular in its traditional 'half-timbering' (colombage in French) architecture.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And Deauville is also known for its many luxury boutiques, from Hermes to Louis Vuitton, so if you're feeling spendy, you'll love it :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Have you ever been to Normandy before ? Only an hour-ish from Paris by car, and right across the English Channel from the UK, it's quite easy to hop by for a couple of days, and really worth the visit for a charming and relaxing time !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Which is a wish I make quite often to be honest, since one of the things I love the most in life <em><span style="background-color: white; color: #6fa8dc;">- aside from the feel of brand new MAC lipsticks and my husband's cuddles -</span></em> is sleeping. If I could live in my bed forever I'd be a happy (yet unemployed / desocialized) bunny.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So buying new bedding is always a pleasure, especially when I find pretty sheets that don't break the bank. And that's exactly what I found the other day, when I was browsing my local </span><a href="https://www.monoprix.fr/mode/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Monoprix</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So this time, when I found these pillow cases and duvet cover, it seemed almost too good to be true : perfect size, rather inexpensive, nice cotton material and great quality, with the nicest colors. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I bought the pale grey duvet cover with slightly darker grey square pillow cases, and to break it up a bit and bring some color and fun to the bed, I added these gorgeous white and blue cases. I instantly fell in love with the print, and the little bows of the gift-like packaging were to cute to resist.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When I got home and put theses new pieces on the bed, I was really happy to see that it went quite well with the beautiful handmade Batik that we got from Bali on our honeymoon last summer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I love our new bedding, so soft and cosy and pretty... It gets harder and harder to get out of bed every morning :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's the first time I buy bedding from Monoprix, but would really recommend you have a little look around they're home section next time you're in France and walk pass a store. <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i>I</i></span><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">t's kind of the French Marks & Spencer I would say.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia";">Now I'm ready to combat the depressing rainy weather :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As I'm writing this post, I'm looking through my office window and watching the rain drops fall on the panes. I realize how disconnected I am to this warm and cosy feeling I had a couple of weeks ago, when I wore this perfect spring outfit for the first time, enjoying the first real spring week-end after what seemed like years of gloomy winter. I'll try to bring this feeling back as I tell you more about this outfit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So I came home with this beautiful Zara jumpsuit <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(similar one <a href="http://www.zara.com/fr/fr/trf/combinaisons/combinaison-courte-imprim%C3%A9e-c432501p3421510.html" target="_blank">here</a>)</span></i>, excited to see how I could style it.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The material is very flowy and soft, which is perfect for hotter days, and the long 70's vibe bat leaves make it very spring appropriate, when it might still get chilly or windy and not quite summery yet. The low V neck and cross-over shape looks very feminine, and if you're not comfortable enough to wear it on its own, like I was, you can very easily wear a lacy cami or pretty bralet underneath. The elasticated cinched in waist, balanced with the flowy and not too short shorts are perfect for me! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I paired this beautiful jumpsuit with one of my wardrobe staples and most worn pieces : my dark green leather jacket. I got it 2 or 3 years ago as a Christmas gift from my mom, and don't know where it's from (there's no label, or I have taken it off). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For accessories, I finished this look with my <a href="http://www.zara.com/fr/fr/femme/chaussures/sandales-plates/sandales-plates-en-cuir-tress%C3%A9-c358010p3710042.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">black Zara sandals</span> </a>that I got a few months ago but didn't have a chance to wear yet <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">(thank you rainy and grey Paris weather)</span></i>. They're very comfortable and simple, perfect for a relaxed and casual spring or summer day. I like the braided leather across the toes, and the slightly pointed edge which looks quite sophisticated. They go with so many outfits; I'm sure I'll get quite a lot of wear out of them, and they were only 19,95€ (£19,99) so cost per wear will drop ridiculously low ! Love it.</span></div>
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So here you have it : my perfect spring outfit !! I felt really comfortable and confident wearing it, even though I normally don't enjoy showing my legs too much :) I'm probably going to wear it a lot in the coming weeks ! Just one note to myself : maybe fake tan my pillow-white legs next time !</div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">After a few days of anticipation and excitement, I finally could hold it in my hands : the very special and beautiful <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Cult Beauty</span></a> box designed by two of my favorite beauty bloggers : <a href="http://www.viviannadoesmakeup.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Anna</span></a> & <a href="http://www.lilypebbles.co.uk/#WTAYuSOOHOwctfR7.97" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Lily</span></a>. Here are 5 reasons why it was a <i>very-much-needed-and-sensible-not-impulsive-at-all </i>purchase.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The box itself is so beautiful, with its white marble effect and gold accents, the pretty fonts and Anna & Lily's names written on it. It makes it a collectable item for the beauty fanatic that I am, and a perfect storage box for all the <strike>junk</strike> useful stuff I keep in my bathroom / bedroom / in every room of the apartment.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Collection and storage</span></i>, that's what I told the hubby when he gave me the weird look as I was frantically clinging on to The Box while he was collecting the recyclables.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The items contained in this box are some of the most raved-about bloggers favorites, and owning them now makes me feel like I sort of entered the <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Skincare Pro League</span></i>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">To be honest, as much as I love beauty and make up, I can be quite lazy when it comes to my skincare routine. I've been using the same <a href="http://www.vichy.fr/soin-visage/produits/pc99.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Vichy products</span></a> for years and tend to stick to cleansing and moisturizing. <i>Pretty basic.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But since I've started to use the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/oskia-renaissance-cleansing-gel.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Oskia Renaissance Cleansing gel</span></a> in the morning, the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/search?q=pixi%20milky%20mist&ac=pixi&rk=5" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist</span></a> throughout the day, and the <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/search?q=sunday%20riley%E2%80%99s%20luna%20sleeping%20night%20oil&ac=sunday&rk=5" target="_blank">Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night oil</a> </span>in the evening, I feel like I've seriously stepped up my skincare game. My skin feels rejuvenated and plump, and I feel more like a princess/skincare goddess. I'm loving it :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I don't want to paraphrase <a href="http://madeleineshaw.com/books/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Madeleine Shaw</span></a> but the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/becca-backlight-priming-filter.html" target="_blank">Becca Backlight Priming Filter</a> noticeably helped me <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">get the glow</span></i>. I apply it mixed in with my foundation or underneath my tinted moisturizer, and let me tell you, this simple step blooming' changes everything! It gives a beautiful radiance to my skin and brings this fresh and healthy sheen that brightens up any spring make up look. It's kinda magical, and I wish this wasn't a sample size, because I cannot imagine the panic when I run out of it in the middle of the summer holidays. <i>*takes mental note to buy a back up asap*</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now, I might be the only one, but I find that eye liner is the hardest thing to apply. I often find myself either avoiding it because I can't be bothered, or trying my hardest and yet ending up with two opposite looking black lines over my eyes. <i>It's quite problem.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This lack of eyeliner applying skills is the reason why I've never been brave enough to try liquid gel liners, and only ever buy pen liners.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">That being said, I think the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/stila-cosmetics-stay-all-day-liquid-waterproof-eye-liner-black.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Stila Waterproof Liquid Liner</span></a> was made for me. Its fine nib makes it so easy to apply, its deep black pigments put to shame all the almost-black-but-greyish liners, and its waterproof formula makes sure it doesn't go anywhere during the day and prevents me from looking like a sad panda as soon as I touch my eyes. I simply love it, and it reconciled me with eyeliner. <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Bring on the 70's cat eye looks</span></i>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Finally, this wonderful box fueled my curiosity, and I love it. The last two products picked up by Anna & Lily weren't necessarily items that I would naturally have put into my basket.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">First, the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/ying-yu-rollers-jade-facial-roller-medium.html?utm_source=aw&utm_medium=affil&utm_campaign=generic&awc=6414_1463927358_b7ac2eb77381972a184b560fa0736db4" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Yu Ling Jade Roller</span></a>. It took me a while to understand what this strange but pretty looking tool was meant for. In all honesty, I had to read back <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.viviannadoesmakeup.com/the-lily-anna-cult-beauty-box-its-happening-ad/" target="_blank">Anna's blog post</a> </span>to learn that this green little thing is used to massage, tone, refresh and calm your skin. <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">*uh-ahhhh*</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Then I was left with the <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/the-wet-brush-classic-wet-brush.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Wet hair brush</span></a>. This one I figured out what to do with, but I wasn't convinced I would actually use it. Not that I don't brush my hair, <i>- I do-</i>, but I'm so used to my <a href="http://www.sephora.fr/Cheveux/Accessoires/Brosses-Peignes/Tangle-Teezer-Original-Brosse-demelante/P2065161?skuId=320442&LGWCODE=320442;56669;3577&cm_mmc=Search_Search_Google_PLA_PLA_Parfum__&gclid=CjwKEAjwsYW6BRCTzvu5y8DPhi0SJABnGLlHwwIuXLzf6A_DuYxsDbghN7ZZvtKXxebfVaPNE9oOihoCjUrw_wcB" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Tangle Teezer</span></a> that I wasn't looking to replace it any time soon. I don't know if this Wet brush will 100% replace my trusty old Tangle Teezer, but I have to say I really like it. It's great at taming my mane when I get out of the shower, and its fine bristles are very gentle and soft on the scalp, yet quite effective to detangle naughty hair. And it's nice to have a handle to hold on to - sorry Tangle Teezer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So not only did this box contain many amazing products that had been on my <i>'to try'</i> list for a while, it also surprised me with new things and made me <i><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">venture into new territories</span></i>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What a gem :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The reason behind this sudden rush in parks and café terraces lies in the (simple yet depressing) fact that this week-end was the one and only '<i>pont</i>' of the year. A '<i>bridge</i>' as we could literally translate it from the French, is for example when, like last week, thursday is a bank holiday and people take their friday off to enjoy a sunny 4-day break (always in May, a '<i>pont</i>' usually goes with blue sky and warm weather). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #454545;">2016 is a sad SAD year since us Frenchies are losing two '</span><i style="color: #454545;">pont</i><span style="color: #454545;">' opportunities with the 1st and 8th May turned into regular Sundays ... </span><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">*sighs*</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Since weeks have been very busy lately, and I had to work on both friday and saturday during this providential '<i>pont</i>', I really wanted to make the most of this glorious sunny sunday.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br />With my husband and friends, we decided to get some cultural action and visited the <a href="https://www.centrepompidou.fr/cpv/ressource.action?param.id=FR_R-a89d8718d9d98680aead918dc155396a&param.idSource=FR_E-b5a27056afe1a54f9aadab496aa32b34" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Paul Klee</span></a> exhibition in the <a href="https://www.centrepompidou.fr/en" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Centre Pompidou</span></a>, one of my favorite museums in Paris. Contemporary art somehow speaks </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">more t</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">o me than more classical art, but the best part about visiting the Centre Pompidou is probably the unique view it offers on Paris. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Paris is beautiful from every angle, but I especially love it from above, overlooking the contrasting grey zinc roofs and orange brick chimneys.<br />I like to play the game of ‘spot the monument’, guessing the name of each of the amazing buildings spread before my eyes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Today I've been clearing out the finished product collecting dust around my bathroom and bedroom vanity, and I thought I'd share with you the aftermath of my empties hunt. From haircare to perfume, make-up and skincare, here are 6 products I recently finished : did I enjoy using them and would I repurchase them ? Are here my thoughts.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I purchased this bath soak / shower cream a while ago when it came out, because I was excited to test out <a href="http://fr.feelunique.com/brands/zoella-beauty" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Zoella's beauty range</span></a> and this product seemed right up my street. Unfortunately I didn't have a bath so I didn't use it that much, finding it a bit too bulky for in-shower use. However I immediately loved the fresh, delicate and feminine scent and the smooth feeling it left on my skin. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">At the beginning of April, my husband and I move into a new apartment, with a nice bath : I've been rediscovering this bath soak over the past 3 weeks in my much appreciated new Saturday night baths. It helped my unwind and relax at the end of the week and created some great foam !</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I might buy it again, and even sooner than planned because it's currently on a <a href="http://fr.feelunique.com/p/Zoella-Beauty-Soak-Opera-Bath-Soak-Shower-Cream-490ml" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">30% sale on Feel Unique</span></a> ! Deal !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I think I got this travel-size Nuxe Micellar cleansing water in one of my monthly <a href="https://birchbox.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Birchboxes</span></a>. I took it with me on holiday last week, because I know I can always rely on Nuxe products to do the job, and the mini size made it travel friendly. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I have to say I'm not a massive fan of rose-scented products, so although this micellar water is quite efficient at removing my make-up and cleansing my face, I wouldn't say it's my favourite. I enjoyed using it but probably would not repurchase it immediately, just because there are other micellar waters out there that I like a little bit more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Speaking of micellar waters that I love, the Avene one is up there on the podium with the <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.bioderma.com/en/our-products/sensibio/h2o" target="_blank">Bioderma</a></span> one for me. It's great at removing make-up, even the most hardcore waterproof mascara, and I find that it's the most gentle on my skin. Its paraben-free formula doesn't irritate my eyes, it doesn't have a strong scent, is very efficient and quite easy to find in French pharmacies or online. A winner in my book ! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I will repurchase it, as soon as I run out of the pile of other cleansers waiting in my bathroom :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This mascara has been raved about for months in the beauty blogging world, and I remember finally giving in the hype last year, after watching Gabby (aka <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9OBxOV1gHR8Qq5OJGDd41w" target="_blank">Velvet Gh0st</a></span>) applying it and talking about it in many videos (such as <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQ7X8K0yC4Y" target="_blank">here</a></span>, <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOkhYpPBPek" target="_blank">here</a></span> or <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw7iehZw-n4" target="_blank">here</a></span>). </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I wasn't too sure I liked it on first impression, finding it VERY wet and a bit messy <i><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">(but maybe that's my lack of applying skills)</span></i>. Since I wasn't going to throw it away after only a few uses, I persevered and tried it again a couple of weeks later. It had dried out a little and felt much better on my lashes : very lengthening, giving amazing separation and definition, as well as boosting the volume like crazy. I suddenly understood the hype and used it everyday for months. I like it so much that I waiting this long to throw it away !</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I'm sad I ran out but will repurchase it without a doubt. To be honest <i><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">(warning : bold claim)</span></i>, it's the best drugstore mascara I've tried in years.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Davines is one of those brands I've discovered though reading beauty blogs and watching Youtube videos : never really know what to expect but curious to try it.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">One sleepless winter tuesday night, I found myself browsing the <a href="https://birchbox.fr/boutique" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Birchbox</span></a> website and a week later, discovered this round little black tub waiting in my mail. I was quite happy I gave it a go, because although on the pricier side, this hair conditioner is worth every penny.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I used it every time I shampooed for about 3 months, and noticed such a difference in my hair. It felt super soft and shiny, without getting greasy of heavy. But more importantly, my hair looked really healthy, and I had several people complimenting me on my hair - which very rarely happens, trust me. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's not the easiest to get hold of in Paris, but I will go the extra mile to re-order it soon because I'm seriously addicted ! It made me want to try more Davines products <i><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">(watch this space for hauls and reviews!)</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Last but certainly not least, my favourite fragrance of all times - the Blackberry & Bay Cologne from Jo Malone.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My mum introduced me to Jo Malone 5 or 6 years ago, when she put the <a href="http://www.jomalone.fr/product/3637/10041/Fragrances/Colognes/Les-Citronns/Grapefruit/Grapefruit-Cologne" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Grapefruit Cologne</span></a> on her Christmas wishlist </span><i style="font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', serif;"><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">(in my family we have this childish but sweet -and terribly convenient- tradition of writing 'letters to Santa' each year, to tell other family members what we'd like for Christmas)</span></i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I soon discovered the magical world of Jo Malone fragrances and candles and their distinct sophisticated scents. I've worn a few of their Colognes, but my signature scent for spring and summer remains Blackberry & Bay.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This 50ml bottle is sadly empty but it gives me the excuse to run back to the nearest Jo Malone counter and buy a new one! Always such an enjoyable experience, with the friendliest ladies making me discover all of their new products - <i><span style="color: #9fc5e8;">but quite dangerous for the bank account !</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So here are the products I've finished up lately : which ones are your personal favorites ?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Yesterday, as my week-end TO DO list was getting longer than </span><a href="http://images.google.fr/imgres?imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Fthefashiontag.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F02%2Fcara-delevingne-legs.jpg&imgrefurl=http%3A%2F%2Fthefashiontag.com%2F2013%2F02%2F28%2Fcara-delevingne-brand-supermodel%2F&h=1126&w=750&tbnid=L0-o1mvz-YYU7M%3A&docid=EwUEpkgP7g6woM&ei=4JsKV5GyIMO1OuW2hcAE&tbm=isch&client=safari&iact=rc&uact=3&dur=396&page=3&start=60&ndsp=29&ved=0ahUKEwiRovuH2oTMAhXDmg4KHWVbAUgQMwidASg8MDw" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Cara Delevingne's legs</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, I decided to pop by a<span style="color: #0b5394;"> <a href="http://fr.maje.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Maje</span></a></span> private sale organised by </span><a href="http://www.arlettie.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Arlettie</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, in Paris.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This time I (only) got 4 pieces, mainly because I couldn't afford more, but also because there was an additional 20% discount if you bought 4 items or more. I'm such a discount victim - </span><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">it's kind of sad</i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The first thing that caught my eye, amongst a plethora of golden lamé dresses & trousers and full racks of bright Barbie-pink tops, was this beautiful <span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>black jacket</b></span>. The suede arms and silver details give it a biker/ rock edge, while the black texture of the front and back brings a feminine and elegant touch. It's a staple piece that I'm sure I'll get a lot of wear out in spring and fall - to go to work, for a night out, or for everyday when it's too chilly to get out the door with only a tee on.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Then I browsed the t-shirts ant tops section, and found <span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>2 pretty basic white numbers</b></span>. One has short sleeves, is creme rather than white, and the collar detail brings a subtle boho vibe. The other is more summer appropriate, sleeveless and quite open, with a deep V-line at the front and a low-cut back. Two pretty staples that will look fab in spring/summer with a pair of denim jeans and cute sandals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Speaking of denim jeans, I found this pair of <span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>skinny high waisted </b></span>ones, which luckily fit me like a glove (you can't try anything on at these sales, so it can get quite tricky picking the right size). They hug my shapes quite nicely -<i>if I may say so myself</i>- and might very soon become my new go-to pair of jeans. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I like the strong blue denim and the simplicity of the shape, with no distress or washed out parts, which make them classic and great for everyday casual looks.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So that's my mini Maje spring haul - hope you liked it !</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It all started when I received an email from </span><a href="http://www.meg-says.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Meg</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> announcing that I was the winner of her <u><span style="color: #0b5394;">'<a href="http://www.meg-says.com/2016/02/the-blog-of-your-dreams-giveaway.html#.VwqHZVK2KbE" target="_blank">Blog of Your Dream' Giveaway</a></span></u>. As the email notification popped up on my phone screen at work, I immediately felt my heart go *<i>boo-boom boo-boom boo-boom*</i>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Or maybe it all started in Rome, a couple a years ago, on my Erasmus semester : the exact moment when, on a rainy-procrastinating afternoon I clicked on that <span style="color: #0b5394;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my3Bfd6qYrs" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">hairstyle tutorial by Zoella</span></a>,</span> which led me to watch 2164 YouTube videos and fall in love with the magic world of beauty bloggers and vloggers. It fueled my interest for all things lipstick and foundations related, and I soon found myself spending all my free time reading beauty & lifestyle blogs and spending all my student money on beauty products.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Wait... Maybe it all started in my room when I was around 7 years old, religiously writing all my thoughts and emotions in my secret diary (very secretly kept under my pillow). I remember cutting out pictures I liked from my mom's </span><a href="http://www.elle.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Elle</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> or </span><a href="http://www.marieclaire.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Marie Claire</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> magazines, hoping she wouldn't notice the holes in the pages. I illustrated my diary with cello-taped outfits and colorful images, which made me feel very cool. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I guess I can't pin point the exact moment when I knew I wanted to start my own blog. All of these instants, together with a thousand others, led me to today. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This surreal moment when I press the 'publish' button to my first ever blog post.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Surreal, but nice *.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So here we go, this is our little corner of the internet, where I'll be writing about what I love <i>(hence the blog's name - duh). </i>From beauty to lifestyle, fashion and home decor, this blog is a collection of what </span><a href="http://anaisloves.blogspot.fr/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Anaïs Loves</span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. And hopefully you guys will enjoy it and interact in the comments so that we can have friendly conversations, and create together a happy little community of candles-&-lipstick lovers.</span></span></div>
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