Favourite pieces from The Iconic right now ♥

Well hello everybody! I hope you are enjoying your day. I wanted to post up another favourites/review on a online shopping website. I have a few reviews coming up on haircare but I wanted to use the products up so I can do a decent review. I also purchased a few things from Lush and will do a review when I get a few more bits and bobs.

The Iconic is a Australian online shopping website that I found through Unidays, which is a website where students can get discounts at various online shopping websites. You get (if your a student) 15% off at The Iconic, which is pretty decent. Especially when The Iconic has some really cool stuff!
- both for men and women and kids
- has a sale on all the time
- includes sports, surf/skate, beauty, accessories and then fashion items.
- has awesome brands like: All about eve, Bonds, Cameo, Diesel, Fate, Finders keepers, Guess, Kardashian Kollection, Keepsake the label, Ladakh, Levis, Motel, O'Neil, Obey, Rip Curl, Sass, Stylestalker, Under Armour, Volcom, and Wrangler.

These are only some of many of the brands they have. I honestly had to mention all those cool brands lol. - sorry for the long list guys!

They also have Karen Walker jewellery and Butter London beauty items.

These products are also pretty decent prices compared to prices in New Zealand (even when you convert from AUD to NZD). The shipping is free over $50 AUD, and the shipping is incredibly fast to Australia and New Zealand from my experience (NZ). The Iconic always has sales on as well - as well as there sale that's on all the time. The only disappointing thing is that they don't ship there perfumes out of Australia which is a shame because there so cheap compared to how much perfume is here in NZ. But it is fair because I know that customs is pretty tight with what can come in and out of countries. Another cool thing is that a few days ago they finally came out with app from the app store. Don't know if they have one for other phones, but its most likely they'll bring out something soon.

I just wanted to mention a few of my favourite things on their website at this moment, and I really want to get !!

~ Buckets of Rain Playsuit  

Brand: Finders Keepers

Price: $119.95 AUD

This playsuit is perfect for both winter and summer seasons, great for going out clubbing, on a date, for drinks or even going shopping. A pair of flats or high heels with this playsuit works great either way. Keeping the colours to black, nudes then adding a pop of colour with lipstick or a piece of jewellery. 

Here's some information from the website: "Playsuit with split sleeve detail. The Finders Keepers Buckets of Rain Playsuit features a low v-neckline with wrap-around detail, a long-sleeved design with split details from the shoulder to the wrist and a cut-out panel on the waist. The Finders Keepers Buckets of Rain Playsuit has a relaxed fit." 

~ The Isabella Headband Fascinator 

Brand: Morgan & Taylor 

Price: $39.95 AUD

Now you may be thinking what a strange thing to want right now, but at the end of the year I love going to the horse races, and it always happens...I end up leaving it to last minute and all that is left are the fascinators that are like $100. Which is not ideal. I love the colour, how its a headband (don't like the clip in ones), the headband fascinators are more likely to stay on top of your head and wont pull on your hair like clip fascinators do. This would also be great for weddings and the price is pretty reasonable. Here's some information from the website: "Pill-box fascinator. The Morgan & Taylor The Isabella Headband Fascinator has a toothed headband, and a pill-box like construction with a sheer overlay and a bow embellishment. The classic fascinator has feather embellishments and sits off centre on the head. 

Measurements: H20cm x W20cm."

   ~ Blue Bell Playsuit

Brand: O'Neil 

Price: $79.99

So you may be able to tell that I'm quite liking playsuits at the moment and the colour white for that matter. I really like the ruffles and the V shape on the chest. Its stretchy in the middle and has pockets! Very practical. This playsuit is more for a summery season, the design is very cute as well. The price is okay, but I only would purchase with my discount. Just because the NZD is high and so would be like $90 NZD. Here's some information of the website: Sleeveless, floral playsuit. The O'Neill Blue Bell "Playsuit has a low, v-shaped neckline and a cross-over bodice with a ruffle trim. Cut from a lightweight fabrication, the fun playsuit has thin shoulder straps, an elasticised waistband and a beautiful blue, floral pattern. Length: 75cm. Our model is wearing a size 10 playsuit, she is a size AU6/AU8, and is 5'7" (173cm) tall."

~ Ticking Dress

Brand: Rusty

Price: $40.00 AUD (Sale)

This dress is perfect for Winter and summer seasons. You can wear with tights and boots or flat shoes in the winter, or in the summer with sandals and just a cute little satchel. Here is some information from the website: Striped long sleeved dress. "The Rusty Ticking Dress has a scooped neckline, long fitted sleeves and a striped pattern all-over. The dress features a zip fastening on the back, panelled detail on the sides and a cotton blend fabrication. The Rusty Ticking Dress has a knit construction and falls to the mid-thigh. Length: 85cm."   

~ Red Shimmer and Coral Dawn lipsticks

Brand: Karen Murrell

Price: $56.95 AUD

I love these colours! Red and orange - great for all seasons. I really do like the orange colour, and together they are $56.95 I think that is a great price. Here is some information from the website: "Lipstick twin pack. The Karen Murrell Red Shimmer And Coral Dawn pack contains two long lasting, creamy lipsticks. The lipsticks have been made with a hydrating blend of Candelilla, Evening Primrose Oil and Canola Oil, and are free from parabens and preservatives."

Daisy Diamond Studs 

Brand: Karen Walker

Price: $139.00 AUD

Daises are in fashion right now since we are coming in to summer (speaking about NZ and AUS). Karen Walker had fabulous jewellery and it is expensive but very worth it. With the discount at the Iconic its worth it even more if you are a student or they have there usual sales on. Earrings are a good thing to purchase online if it is cheaper than in-store because you don't have to worry about sizing etc. These get a big thumbs up from me (: here is some extra information about the earrings: "Delicate, sterling silver studs. The Karen Walker Daisy Diamond Studs has an adorable daisy flower design with a featured diamond centre. Made from a beautiful sterling silver, the earrings have post stud closures, and come in a Karen Walker branded jewellery box. Measurements: 0.5cm. "

~ Orion's Belt Crop tank 

Brand: At By Atmos & Here

Price $17.95 AUD

Isn't the price great? lol, this top is puuuurfect for summer, with shorts plain or has a design on them. Mixing designs is fashion right now. This top is also great for winter, with black jeans/pants just like what the model is wearing in the picture. I recommend this top to anyone that is in any season! Here is some extra information about this top: Sleeveless crop top. "The AT by Atmos&Here Orion's Belt Crop Top boasts a scoop neckline, sleeveless design and a relaxed fit. The top features a soft cotton composition and falls to high hip."

~ Fi Block Heel Sandals 

Brand: Spurr

Price: $39.95 

I love this detail, and the tan colour with the red/orange pop of colour. Great colours for summer! The detail with the buckles is also a great added feature, they do look like sandals but just with block heels - which block heels are very fashionable right now. You can wear these to anything from shopping to going out. I just love these! I do suggest you go check out this brand because they have amazing shoes right not, amazing colours as well..you wont regret it!!.  Heres some information from the website: "Strappy, block heel sandals. The Spurr Fi Block Heel Sandals feature an open toe design, a textured leather-look upper and a contrast strap across the toe. The modern sandals boast a sling-back style and twin straps around the ankle with adjustable buckle fastenings. The Spurr Fi Block Heel Sandals have a comfortable cushioned insole and a 6.5cm block heel."

Thank you to everyone who read this review, I hope you found it
very useful if you were struggling to find a good online shopping
website. I really do recommend that you check out Spurr's range of
shoes that they have at the moment, they have shoes from black,
white to tan colours and they are so amazing, also seeing a lot of block
heels. This website is great and the shipping makes it even better if you
are in a rush for an event or something. Let me know in the comments
if you do purchase something and let me know what you think of the item
(: Thanks again, have a great day!! 

Love you all,

Bridgette xx 

P.s little disclaimer- these are all my own opinions, 

I'm not being paid to say these things or do a review. 

Ecoya Candles and Diffuser Haul/Review

Hello everybody!

Today I thought I would give a review on the brand Ecoya and their candles and diffuser. About a month ago I went a little crazy and purchased these three products from Ecoya. I purchased them in different places because they were on special. Although they are still a bit of a stretch even when they are on special I thought that I would give a review on them to anyone who is struggling to justify the price to buy these items.  I just want to say that everyone will have a different opinion on what is a higher cost and what is a lower cost but for me personally these were expensive. Because I did purchase these myself and and they were expensive I only brought the Vanilla Bean scent as that is my favourite but if you do want to smell the rest of the range ill put down some websites where these are sold just incase the store is near where you live so you can go see Ecoya's range for yourself (:

Heres some information that makes Ecoya different from other brands..
~ "Our candles are derived from sustainable soybean and palm oil plantations. We do not use paraffin wax hence our candles do not contain the harmful chemicals associated with the use of paraffin. ECOYA soy candles burn cooler and last a third longer than a comparable paraffin wax candle.

   Our hypoallergenic body care products are derived from botanical bases such as almond and macadamia oil. Free from parabens, propylene glycol, silicone and artificial colours, they are designed to be safe on all skin types." - Ecoya

The Vanilla Bean products are contained with "a velvety and rich, full-bodied vanilla bean extract...deliciously wrapped in creamy tones of butterscotch to create a rich, indulgent and luxurious fragrance" - Ecoya

If you would like to know more in depth information, click this link (: Ecoya 

Here are the three items that I purchased (sorry if photo bad quality)

 ~ Ecoya Everyday Tin Candle - Vanilla Bean 

This everyday candle can light up to 30 hours and is 170 grams. On the Ecoya website it says "[Ecoya Everyday Tin Candles are] Natural soy wax candles, encased in tin for everyday use."You can also purchase this candle in: Lemongrass & Ginger, Lotus Flower, French Pear, Wild Frangipani and Sweet Pea & Jasmine. This was my first purchase. It literally took me about two months to decide whether to buy these products, until i found this one, 20% off at Red current the original price is $34.95 NZD but i purchased this for around $28.00. Even still I was a little nervous but afterwards i was so happy! For about four weeks i would have it on my bedside cabinet then move it to my desk when i went to study. The smell is amazing! It made my room smell like vanilla. The smell isn't strong when you put it under your nose but it still managers to linger around your room - absolute heaven. I haven't lit the candle yet, and I don't think anytime soon I will. The candle does come with a lid, although i decided not to put that in the photo. I never keep the lid on the candle. Why would you want to cover up such an amazing scent? The lids although are handy to shift round if you are moving or going on holiday. Overall a candle that smells incredibly good that hasn't lost its scent and hopefully doesn't, is worth $28 in my eyes (:

~Ecoya Metro Jar Candle Vanilla Bean 

As described on the Ecoya website it says "[The Vanilla Bean candle is]Pure, natural soy wax hand poured into a contemporary sand, soda ash and lime glass jar."The size is 260g and burning time 50 hours (according to the Ecoya website). You can also purchase this candle in Lemongrass & Ginger, Lotus Flower, French Pear, Wild Frangipani and Sweet Pea & Jasmine. All amazing scents as well. This was my second purchase, this came about two months after my first purchase because no store had any sales on. Until when I went home for mid-term break the one time i decide to go to town there was a one day sale on!! Fate? maybe. I brought this from H&J Smith and it was 15% off the original price $49.95 NZD, so I was like yeeeesss!!!! The smell justified the price once again. I now have one on either sides of my room. The two candles just as elegant as another, the perfect vanilla bean scent. The Candle does look a little roughed up, I do apologise.. from moving it round the room and smelling it most the time I have knocked it about a bit. I would highly recommend this candle, you don't even need to light it. If you are a big vanilla bean scent lover, you will love this candle, just like i do.  

~ Ecoya Rooms Diffusers Vanilla Bean  

This diffuser as I have heard it is to last for over a year, and on the Ecoya website it says "Designed for long lasting, passive scenting of small to medium architectural spaces." The size is 200 ml so is a descent size and I'm taking note of how long it will last. This diffuser also comes in Lemongrass & Ginger, Lotus Flower, French Pear, Wild Frangipani, Sweet Pea & Jasmine. Which I have all smelt and are just as amazing as the Vanilla Bean.  Now, this was my last purchase, and I had to think a few minutes about this one. (Literally starring at it for like 10 minutes) Again I brought this at H&J Smith and it was 15% off $69.95 NZD. I hope you realise now why i was standing starring at this object for 10 minutes. Even with the discount I was still a little nervous about purchasing. Mainly part of the reason I still haven't used it..Next year when I flatting I will use this, (lets face it, student flats don't always smell like flowers and yummy perfume). Because of the price I'm saving it for when i will really need it, but I'm sure if it smells anything like the candles it'll be just perfect. 

Here are some links to where you will find Ecoya products

the beauty lounge (New Zealand)

Red Current  (New Zealand)

Candelabra (Australia)

Adore beauty (Austrlia)

Beauty Bar (US)

Ecoya (International)

Overall, this brand is top quality and perfection. Yes, it is expensive but I think I made a good choice buying these, they are amazing and have made my room smell delightful (even without lighting them) If you are curious, try go down to the nearest store that sells Ecoya and see if you like them. I do recommend this brand, all there scents are beautiful!! 

I hope you guys enjoyed this little review, I know that is hard 
to purchase things that are expensive but you might just surprise 
yourself with how amazing this product really is. 

I hope you all have an amazing day and ill see you again soon (:

Love you all,

Bridgette xx 

P.s little disclaimer- these are all my own opinions, 

I'm not being paid to say these things and everything 

I have purchased is with my own money. 

Princess Polly review

Hey everyone, I want to share with you a online shopping site that I have been making purchases with over the past couple of months. It has became my number 1 online shopping store.

Introducing......Princess Polly!!

It is a Australian boutique store....and its amazing!
They have incredible brands such as: MinkPink, Finders-Keepers, Keepsake the Label, Lime Crime makeup, and even Karen Walker jewellery and many more awesome brands :)

Now you may be worried about the prices being expensive BUT!!! Princess Polly has very reasonable prices attached to expensive brands.

A few enjoyable facts for people of Australia and New Zealand...

Princess Polly delivers to Australia for free and the delivery time is the very next day.
For New Zealand there is a cost of $10.24 there is also express shipping to New Zealand, the earliest I've received something was 2 days after i made the order. You can also change the currency to NZ (some websites you can't) so there is no shock when you go into PayPal or check your bank balance.
Princess Polly has helpful and kind customer service, the staff are always there to answer any questions regarding their products and will help you find something that they have sold out of (on another online shopping site)

Today I put together some things that I have fallen in love with!

~ All Lime Crime lipsticks are of a vegan formula and are not tested on animals. All lipsticks have a opaque coverage. 

~Lime Crime lipstick in 'Babette'

This colour is very pretty, a nude mixed with a touch of pink.  Perfect for both wintery seasons and summer. I do find that i like to mix another pinky shade with this as I don't think my skin colour suits it very well. Ill have to wait to get my summer tan on ;)

~Lime Crime lipstick in 'Pink Planet'

This lipstick is a creamy light purplely pink. It reminds me of pink/nude colours by mac. First thoughts were when I saw this on the website was that this is such a pretty barbie kind of pink, I'm going to love it! Although they turned out to be very different when it arrived. This colour would be perfect for Summer, with a simple smokey brown eye. It's still a beautiful colour but as you can see the photo on the website looks abit different from the actual lipstick. 

~Lime Crime lipstick in 'Geradium' 

I looove this colour. It's a beautiful pink mixed with a hint of coral. Again perfect for the summer season. This colour is very similar to MAC's viva glam by Nicki Minaj.

All 3 of these Lime Crime lipsticks are long lasting, moist, hydrating and even smell nice! Super pigmented and a lot cheaper on Princess Polly! For NZ customers these lipsticks are $23.79 NZD and slightly cheaper for the AUD. These lipsticks are most definitely my go-to this summer. Highly recommend! :) 

~Karen Walker heart ring 

I've had my eye on this ring for soooo long... I haven't purchased yet due to sizing etc. I love Karen Walker jewellery, I have her bow necklace and it's beautiful. The ring is sterling silver and is $50.69 NZD. The price on the KW website is $69 along with $10 for shipping. Better to go to Princess Polly! 

~'Cap it' 

Comes in black and white, made from a faux leather. I love this look with faux leather gym shorts and a simple tee for summer!!! $31.03 NZD 

~Pink jelly shoes by Jelly Beans!! 

Who remembers these from there childhood? I sure do! So glad these bad boys are back in fashion, so comfortable for summer, perfect opportunity to wear them!! They come in many other colours and non-sparkly/sparkly also. I just love them!! I want to purchase them all lol they are so comfortable, I can't wait to wear them on those summer days!! Ill wear them with socks and my garden shorts that you'll see down the page. 

The price is so reasonable as well $36.21 NZD 

~ 'Instant Crush dress'

I'm in love... Just want to mention first how I love how this dress is longer at the back. I always feel super uncomfortable wearing short dresses and pulling them down at the back. This dress sits perfectly, no pulling down necessary!! I also love the kaleidoscope floral print and how it's only on one side. Personally I would only wear one piece of jewellery on one arm, just because you want the attention on the dress. This dress is amazing, the colours are beautiful and the price is decent for the quality you are getting $62.15 NZD. 

~ 'if I knew' by MINKPINK 

Puuuuurfect for Summer! Love the colours, not clingy or tight fitting. Stripes are in ATM, especially with having an item that are stripes and another item that has a different design. This would go perfect with a pair of shorts just like in the photo . The price is a bit high but the good quality of thr top justifies the price $ 51.78

~ 'Garden shorts' by MINKPINK

these were my first purchase, I brought these before Autumn hit NZ...I love these. 

Flowy, not tight fitting, loose for those hot days!! The floral pattern is so cute as well. Thumbs up! Im a size 10-12, i purchased these in size 10 but i recommend getting a size 8 because they are quite big on me. These are a bit pricey but so worth it, $ 67.32. 

~ 'So sweet' 

Omggggg.... Pineapples and pompoms!! 

These are adorable, colours are vibrant. 

They are really comfortable and stretchy with an elastic band around the shorts. I know they won't be everyone's cup of tea, but I personally think they are cute and perfect for summer!! Reasonable price as well! $ 41.42 definitely give these ago if you like to try new things. Just a wee tip, go up a size. I purchased a size 10 but their pretty tiny, they do have an elastic band but I still recommend going up a size. They also came with the ban all crossed over, so hopefully ill get a new pair and ill let you know how that goes! 

Thank you for reading my blog, I hope you 

enjoyed it and it helped you in some way! 

Princess Polly is a great place to shop, 

if you are worried about the prices, it definitely 

is worth saving up for :) I hope you enjoy your 

day and ill see you all soon in my next blog :) 

Love you all,

Bridgette xx 

P.s little disclaimer- these are all my own opinions, 

I'm not being paid to say these things and everything 

I have purchased is with my own money.