Photography by Gemma.Southworth ❤

Hi friends,

I decided to share a couple of portraits taken by my bestfriend ( GEMMA. SOUTHWORTH PHOTOGRAPHY). She is taking Photography as a course in university and is very talented and passionate on what she does. She is currently based in Manchester and Blackpool. So, if you ever need your photos taken for occasional purposes or If you need yourself a photoshoot, she's the best person to call. Here are some of her photos she took of me (African/traditional women theme):

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What also made the photography session fun was that she chose me to be the MUA for her other model too. Priya Svnsn (Link to her Facebook Page) is a part-time free lance model. She was perfect for the photoshoot theme that the photographer was looking for, which are to demonstrate bold and strong stances and features representing traditional women. She suits well in the dresses picked out for her to wear. Here is one of the photos taken from the shoot: 

These are the before and on-progress transformation:

 

This is the Before and After :)

❤ Makeup Products used as far as I can recall: 

• Embryolisse Lait-creme concentre moisturiser
• RCMA highlighter and contour , / #S-1 & S-5 (Retail Price: £25) http://bit.ly/1zhLeo4 w/ RCMA Shinto palette / #SH-4 & SH-5 (Retail Price: £25) http://bit.ly/1TA9UDf (to create shade of foundation)
• Urban Decay Vice eyeshadow palette (1st Ed.) (#Chaos, Laced, & Black Market E/Ss)
• Kryolan cream highlighter / #Satin (Retail Price: £12.95) http://bit.ly/1SkVILV 
• Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed (#Opal)
• Bobbi brown gel eyebrow (#Rich Brown) 
• MAC Pro Sculpting cream (#Coffee Walnut)
• MAC Cream Colour Base (#Au Natural)
• Milani blush (#05 Luminoso)
• Korean lashes (#Can't exactly remember but very natural wispy lashes)
• MUA Lipstick (#13)
• Revlon Colour Stay Skinny Liquid Liner (#Black)
• Laura Mercier (#translucent) setting powder
• Rimmel eyebrow pencil (#hazel)
• Kevyn Aucoin sculpting powder (#Medium)
• Benefit They're real mascara (#Black)
• Illamasqua Powder Blusher / #Intrique (Retail Price: £22) http://bit.ly/176V1VB
• Beauty Blender
• Real Technique brushes

❤ Hair Products used: 

• Trevor Sorbie Tail Comb http://bit.ly/1eZIjvZ
• Silvikrin Maximum Hold Hair Spray 400ML 
• Baby Liss Wave Envy Hair Styler http://bit.ly/1K4DmQg

Quick Update ❤

Hello friends,

First of all, I just wanted to say sorry for neglecting you for weeks. I became so busy with running errands and having to keep up with my new job. Oh how fun. But the good news is, I will start reviewing some products tomorrow and onwards on products that has been longly awaited for. Also, I have tried and experienced using such products for a while now and can honestly, say my varied opinions and share my experience with it. I am very lucky to have you guys who have been keeping up with this blog and I would like to thank you so much for your patience. It has been a good motivator boost to assure that my blog is kept up-to-date as much as I can. I will list in this blogpost the reviews that are going to be featured in the blog as well as extra bits and bobs about my adventures, If you do fancy knowing what I have been up to. Ha ha. However, I could not guarantee to you that some of these blog posts will be posted in order but I most certainly will assure that every one of these blog posts are achieved and posted.

Blog posts coming up soon: 

1. Beauty Blender VS. Dior Blending Sponge (Done)
2. Yes Style Skincare Haul and Reviews
3. MAC Contouring shades (Cream) and how I use them. 
4. Monster High Collaboration - Dracula Inspired (X)
5. Collection Haul Vid (Done)
6. Update on hair and products used.
7. My new job and what I have been up to lately. 
8. Autumn Inspired Look 
9. Review on Desio Lens (Desio) VS Geo Lens (Yes Style) 
10. Update on Skincare Routine
11. Update on Everyday Makeup Routine
12. Favourite Highlighters.
13. Must Haves and Top 14 Products of 2014 (Done)
14. Vlogs (Continuing to 2015)
15. Contouring & Highlighting Makeup Routine - Tips & Tricks
16. New Years Resolution & How I can achieve it. (X)
17. Gym Journey & Diet Plan 
18. Plans I will be doing next year

I will be posting my new blog post this Sunday, 16th of November about my experience using the Beauty Blender and Dior Blending Sponge. 

I miss you guys and I hope you have a great day.

Love love you all

P.s. I have changed my Instagram Username to: Setteventura

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Sette Ventura

Enabled Comments Section ❤

Hi friends, I just recently enabled the comments section so that you can contact me directly as well as If you got any questions regarding the topic of my post.

Thanks for keeping up with me, 

Sette Ventura. 

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Summer Festival Fashion Look OOTD ❤

http://lookbook.nu/user/3529106-Sette-V/looks

Hi friends, I put up a clothing look in which is perfect for that summer fun vibe. It is simple yet inexpensive. All details about this look will be in my LookBook such as where I got such top and shorts from as well as the links where you can buy it. It is definitely a festival to casual day friendly look. 

I love how this top accentuates my collar bones as well as the colour of my hair which is this ashy blonde. The cut out on the back of this top is so beautiful, it is actually one of the reasons why I bought this top. Since the front is so simple but behind is just unbelievably breathtaking. The shorts are one of my staples in my wardrobe, perfect for those sunny days. Another perfect point about this outfit too is that it suits any accessories and shoes you want to wear however, do avoid wearing pointed heels as it drags the look a bit. I suggest flats, high-to-short length boots, wedges or gladiator shoes. 

haha my dog.

#ootd #fashion #festival 

Hair rescue dye. ❤

As you can see, I have been experiencing more than five colours (red, brown, blonde, ashy blonde, strawberry blonde, dark orange, maroon, black, yellow) in my hair. This is how it looks like mostly in all patches.. Un-evenness, brassiness, dryness. EEK! ikr. It has made me so insecure about myself since it looks so bad. Therefore, I needed a hair dye rescue! First, I lightened my hair with Garnier's lightener on my roots to lift my base which is an exact 1 or 2 to at least a 6 or 7. Obviously, it turned ginger, i expected that since it is the only certain thing that would actually happen after dying dark hair to light. After a few hours, of developing and stuff like that; I washed it off and air-dried. Whilst, my hair is about somewhat dry; i prepared the second part; which is dying my base (roots) to a dark ashy brown colour. After so, I spread it from the root to the end of each strand. The smell was so strong that it left my eyes stinging and watering; Alistair even had to go out the bedroom because it was that strong. However, I just needed it done. 

I loved the outcome and for now; before I lighten the end of my hair again to blonde; I will need to give my hair a rest for at least a day; without washing, any heat products or dying. This will help me retain the oils; I have lost from lightening and dying my hair.