Thailand Haul

Shopping in the markets in Thailand is better than one would assume. If you know what you're doing you'll never pay too much, and if you don't then you're not paying a fortune anyway. If you go in searching for any thing that's a real brand you'll be quickly disappointed but if you're willing to pay not much for clothes that're fine quality wise it's perfect. Most of these items were so cheap initially I didn't need to barter with the price. Here's a look at some of the goodies I picked up on my trip.

Boy London t-shirt: $3 AUD

Chanel t-shirt: $3 AUD

'Super Junior' t-shirt: $3 AUD

Chanel no.5 tank: $3 AUD

Feather tank: $3 AUD

Peplum singlet: $3 AUD

Collared shirt: $6 AUD

Clock: $3 AUD

Beats headphones: $12 AUD

(my last fake pair lasted approx. 1 year)

Stuffed dog: $4.50 AUD

(handmade from this orphanage)

Rings: $5 AUD each

Naked 3 palette: $26 AUD

(The authenticity of this palette is questionable 

but the makeup quality passes the test)

'Inferno' Dan Brown novel: $8 AUD

(I can't go away without buying books)

Aside from the markets I also went to an actual shopping centre and visited H&M so these items you can get at home.

Pinky/peachy scalloped flats: $20 AUD

Black ankle boots: $40 AUD

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From previous travel experience I know things like clothing bought cheaply will actually last, whereas electronics and the like are prone to not quite live up to what the salesperson is selling. However, I know what I'm getting when I'm buying this stuff, and really, who can resist a bargain.

Let me know your thoughts as always, and any travel shopping tips you might have.

Miss J xx

Mini beauty/indulgence haul

This is my first haul and I thought I'd just show a couple of beauty bits I picked up recently plus some other cute items.

I've been looking for a new bronzer because I'm super pale and they're always to dark for me so I fell in love when I tried Mac's Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium Dark. It work's perfectly for me as a bronzer and contour.

I couldn't help myself whilst in Mac so I also picked up this Mineralize Skinfinish highlighter in Soft and Gentle.

For the lips I got this Revlon Colourburst lip crayon because I've heard only good things about it. I chose a matte balm in the shade 205 Elusive for something I can wear day to day.

From Peter Alexander I couldn't resist my favourite Glasshouse Candle. If you're a lover of strong sweet smells I would recommend this one. Also their glass containers are great to reuse when the wax is all gone.

My first ever purchase from Lush (insane, I know) was this Phoenix Rising bath bomb. It has a spicy chai smell about it that I though was perfect for winter. I also got the Dragon's Egg bath bomb but if you saw my last post you'll see I've already used it (and I will be getting again). 

So those are just a few bits I've picked up recently and hopefully I'll be able to post more hauls soon.

Miss J xx

Is there anyone out there?

I've decided to do this thing, and it's taken me a long time work out how to begin. So this might start out slow and probably not that great, but I'm going to start blogging. About what? I don't even know. Anything and everything I guess, including everything in the tags. Hopefully as I go on I'll find my way and maybe someone will even read something I post.

I guess my life isn't that interesting at the moment but hopefully through this blog I'll be able to create excitement to share. I wan't to use this platform as a diary that I am motivated to keep up with, a way to interact with new people, discover new things and maybe help or entertain people. I'm not a great writer, entertainer, or comedian but I'm going to try my best to make something out of nothing here. 

For now though, watch this space. If there is anyone there please leave comments with any tips on how to successfully do this and any support would be appreciated.

Miss J xx