What's in my bag tag...

So I was tagged by B at beautyh2t.blogspot.com to show you the contents of what is in my bag! I actually love getting to see what is in peoples handbags, I love a good nose! I was just complaining yesterday about the weight of my handbag but looking at the pictures now I don't actually know what was so heavy! My lovely brolly is missing from the shots as it is drying out but it is always in my bag!Here is my handbag. It is Marc by Marc Jacobs Hillier Hobo. I absolutely love it. I got it last year and I have used it everyday since I bought it. It goes everywhere with me and is the perfect size. I have seen it in black & brown in Brown Thomas and in London, in purple in Milan but I have never seen it in this gorgeous cream shade anywhere else apart from in Bloomingdales where I bought it. I think it was an exclusive which makes me love it even more! (",) This picture does not do it justice! !
I never know what I have in my handbag because it is so big! Up until last night there were two Cadburys Cream Egg's lying in the bottom of it. I didn't realise I had a Ferrero Rocher in it until I emptied it! My bag is generally like a chocolate shop, there is always some goodies in it! So in my bag I had my make-up bag (Juicy Couture), my Filofax (which I love but am hoping to update it to a Louis Vuitton agenda soon!), my sunnies, my wallet (Marc by Marc Jacobs, again!...you should check my wardrobe, I am obsessed!), some Nurofen plus, a Ferrero Rocher, my hand sanitiser(an essential these days!), a pen, my MAC Tinted Lip Conditioner in Petting Pink (adore this!), another sweetie, a mini deodorant that I robbed about 100 of from Electric Picnic cause they are so handy!, and my little ideas notebook for posts and outfits! Fashion is always on my mind!

I thought I would show you seperately what is in my make -up bag and my sunnies! My sunnie's are Dior Glossy in Brown. I got them last year and I love them, they remind me of being back in the day and are pretty elegant I think! My make up bag is Juicy Couture, I love it! I only use it if I am toting make up around in my bag which is rare for me. If I am wearing any I like to have it done when I am leaving the house, I was just in a rush yesterday! This is only a tiny part of my make-up collection, like most girls I am obsessed by MAC! Working from my sunnies down and starting with my MAC blush brush 116, MAC Large Shader Brush 252, my Pout foundation brush, Maxfactor Masterpiece Max mascara in Black ( I started using this again this past weekend, I generally use False lash Effect), MAC eyeshadow in Shroom, MAC blush in Sheertone, Nars blush in Orgasm, Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat in 2 and finally MAC Mineralize foundation in NW20 even though yesterday I was wearing my Bare Escentuals mineral makeup! Very confusing! My boyfriend is supposed to be bringing me home some MAC make up today which I'm very excited about! Yay!! Hope u enjoyed guys!_SequinsandBangles_xx(",)

I Want! Big Time! HP x Vivienne Tam "Butterfly Lovers" Digital Clutch

So I'm in the market for a new net book. There are so many cute ones out now but this one literally takes the biscuit for the prettiest computer I have ever seen!(Palpitating!!) I have a bit of a thing for butterfly's, and I cannot think of anything better than having them on my net book! Seriously though imagine toting this under your arm! Eh DREAM!! It's so beautiful! I think I am going to have to start saving my pennies now for it! I've always been a Dell girl, but I am dying to try this one out and would love to give it a whirl! Here is some of the press release I received with a bit more info for you techno lovers....


Combining Tam’s stunning “Butterfly Lovers” design (it is stunning!!) with premium PC technology, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is poised to become the next must-have accessory. Starting at 1.22 kilograms and less than 3.0 cm, it fits easily into purses or bags.“As a fashion designer I have always found inspiration in bringing contrasting worlds together,” said Tam. “I use computers in every aspect of my life so it seemed natural to marry fashion and technology. Together with HP, we created this movement of fashionable tech accessories with the second-edition digital clutch.” Partnering with Beats™ by Dr. Dre™, HP has included high-performance audio software that enables listeners to experience music – through headphones or external speakers – the way artists intended. Reflecting Tam’s spring 2010 collection, the netbook design is inspired by the classic Chinese love story, “Butterfly Lovers,” a beautiful tale of freedom, romance and inspiration. Integrated directly into the netbook’s lid using HP Imprint technology, the design is as durable as it is stunning. The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition also comes with a Butterfly Lovers desktop theme that includes an animated butterfly start menu, custom Vivienne Tam icons and three wallpapers to coordinate with the design. HP has been at the forefront of fusing fashion and technology since unveiling the HP Mini Vivienne Tam digital clutch netbook on the catwalk of Tam’s 2008 fashion show at New York Fashion Week in Bryant Park. Models walked down the runway in that show with the peony-adorned computer in hand, a first on an American runway.
With an elegant design on the inside and out, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition features custom software to help fashionistas be efficient, stay connected and look their best while on the go:
— The built-in webcam allows customers to create and upload videos, take snapshots and chat with friends over the web. With a click of a button, the webcam turns into an instant “mirror.”
— HP QuickWeb, the company’s instant-on software, lets users post to Facebook, send a tweet, listen to music, browse the web, check an appointment, send an email or chat in seconds – saving time usually spent waiting for the computer to fully boot.
Coordinated accessories that further complement the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition include a matching microfiber suede sleeve and an optional Butterfly Lovers wireless mouse. The Vivienne Tam Mini comes in exclusive gift-box packaging to provide a premium experience.
The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is the ideal companion PC for the highly mobile, internet-centric fashionista (ME!!), providing freedom and fun with up to 5.5 hours of battery time. It has a 25.65 cm diagonal LED Brightview infinity display and a keyboard that is 93 percent of the size of a standard notebook PC keyboard. The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition comes with two gigabytes (GB) of memory and large hard-drive options up to 320 GB, automatic backup software and Microsoft Windows® 7 Premium.
The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition will also be available at retail stores across EMEA. The HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is expected to be available at the end of March with a starting price of £449. The Butterfly Lovers themed HP Wireless Mouse is expected to be available at the end of March priced at £34.99.

Heart, Heart, Heart....

Lovin' these Kurt Geiger heels! They are £160, but aren't they amazing! They are so freakin' high, seriously I'd be over 6 foot in these bad boys! I have to admit though these kinda scare me! I have such a fear of taking a tumble in heels since I dislocated my knee, not good! But maybe worth it (",) _SequinsandBangles_xx

Loving....

Jeremy Scott's Tiger Hoodie

Source:Neonlimelight.com

Competition at AlexisBittar.com

John from Alexis Bittar contacted me on Friday about a contest that they are running. He thought you guys, my lovely readers might be interested in entering! I don't normally do this for other sites but I am a HUGE fan of Alexis Bittar's jewellery so I'll make an exception (",) Basically two Joan Collins posters from their spring 2010 ad campaign were plastered around NYC for Fashion Week. If you would like to win one, just click here to enter! While you're there check out their jewellery...AMAZING!!! I have been dying to get my hands on some of it for forever!! It is so beautiful! Unfortunately I'm going to have to keep on drooling over it from a distance :(

In Her Closet...

Today I am planning on sorting through all my clothes and shoes, and trying to get my wardrobe organised because it is an actual disaster zone! I would love to have a proper wardrobe and be able to actually see all my clothes. At the minute they are stuffed into the world's tiniest wardrobe and are hanging off the door and everything! Not very neat! The ultimate dream would be to have a walk-in wardrobe like in these amazing pictures! Who's is your favourite wardrobe?(",)_SequinsandBangles_xx

Photo Sources-Instyle.com, NYTimes.com, FashionHedonism

Special Delivery.....

I am just after getting the shoes I ordered from mywardrobe.com. I only ordered them on Saturday and I can't believe they have arrived so soon! I have always wanted a pair of Terry De Havilland wedges, and I finally got my paws on them! I always thought they would be the perfect shoe to wear to the races as they wouldn't sink into the grass so how appropriate that they arrive on the first day of Cheltenham! I will stick some pic's of me wearing them up over the next couple of days. I only had time to take some pictures of the beautiful packaging! Isn't it gorgeous?! This was my first time ever buying anything off mywardrobe.com, even though I regularly drool over their stock! It was such an easy transaction. I hope some of you took up their free shipping to Ireland offer, which ended on Sunday. The website is really easy to navigate and worth a check for some cool pieces. They stock Nicole Ritchie's House of Harlow 1960 and Winter Kate, as well as Mulberry and Vivienne Westwood amongst some other very cool names! And well the packaging just tops it off for me!_SequinsandBangles_xx

Winner's....

The two winners of the Cadburys Flake and Benefit Cosmetics goody bags were, drum roll please.........

Whisty of WhistyBlogsDublinFashion and,
Miss Karen/Kathy Kennedy

Congrats Ladies!
(",)_SequinsandBangles_xx

Hey guys, just to let you know that I have picked two winners for the Cadburys Flake and Benefit Cosmetics goody bags. I have already contacted them and will announce them all in due time! Thanks to everyone who entered and check soon for another giveaway! By the way a favourite website of mine, mywardrobe.com are offering free shipping to Ireland until tomorrow evening, so get shopping!! I have just ordered myself a little something of their great site! Click on the link above and just enter MYIRELAND in the promotional code box to take advantage of the offer!_SequinsandBangles_xx

Hey Guys, just a quick reminder that you still have 3 days left to enter the Cadburys Flake and Benefit Cosmetics competition for their amazing goody bag. All entries must be received by 8pm on Friday evening, so keep entering! Best of luck you guys! _SequinsandBangles_xx

Glossy Wonderland...

I just had to share some of my fave pic's with you from this months issue of The Gloss. It's a great magazine, as I have said before the Irish Times do serious fashion supplements!! The pieces from all of these shots are mainly high end pieces. Note the amazing Chanel shoes in the last picture, and the Alexis Bittar jewellery throughout! The yellow dress is by Victoria Beckham, and the shoes in the middle picture are Dior. The theme of the shoot was mixing up textures and patterns. I love the clash in the top picture, it works really well! Both pieces are from Ms Tory Burch. How cute are the little socks with the shoes?! Definitely a micro trend that has been bubbling under the surface for a few seasons now, me thinks I will be inspired by this shoot and wearing 'em until the weather gets warmer! BTW I love the fact that The Gloss now comes free with my Dad's daily newspaper! It means I no longer have to fork out €4.50 a month for it (",)

Cadburys Flake and Benefit Cosmetics Goody Bag...

Look what arrived today!!



I was soooo excited to see the delivery guy at my door this morning. I couldn't wait to get my paws on the goody bags, even though I knew what was in them, it's still exciting to see them in real life! I can't believe how generous Cadburys and Benefit Cosmetics have been to my readers! These goody bags are ah-MAZ-ing!! Take a peek at the pictures below of all thats included in the goody bags! These are all full size products too by the way!


If you haven't already entered, just email me and I will enter you into the draw for these two amazing goody bags courtesy of Cadburys Flake and Benefit Cosmetics! Now if you excuse me, all this talk of a Cadburys Flake is giving me a craving...

Roll Up Roll Up, It's Competition Time...

The Perfect Partnership…Cadbury Flake Links with Benefit Cosmetics to
“Win one of 100 Benefit Lipsticks Every Day for 8 weeks”
As if the irresistible and crumbly texture of a Cadbury Flake wasn’t enough of a treat, the brand has gone and joined forces with Benefit, every girl’s favourite cosmetics brand, to give away a lip smacking 100 Benefit lipsticks every day for 8 weeks! Creating more moments of pleasure for women across the country, a selection of pout perfect colours will be available to win, so every lovely lady’s lips are catered for. These will include 4 stunning lipstick shades and 2 gorgeous glosses.
Look for flake in store, register online at www.flake.ie, and then enter barcode details online or text to win. Choose from one of the stylish Benefit shades on offer and then, when no one is looking and your new lips are primed & perfect…sit back, unfold your Flake and indulge! Visit www.flake.ie for more details and beauty tips from Benefit experts.
Now for the best bit! (",) Benefit and Cadbury's Flake have kindly given me two goody bags for my lovely readers consisting of Bad gal Lash Mascara, full finish lipstick and Body Cream and most importantly some delicious Flake bars. To be in with a chance to enter just email me your name and I will then choose two lucky winners at random. This is a really great prize so get entering. The competition will close on Friday March 12th, so make sure you get your entries in!

Rachel Zoe at Milan Fashion Week...

I always love to see what this fashionista is wearing. Generally in her words "I die" when it comes to her outfits. I love her retro 70's style and how she always looks so damn cool. So when I saw this outfit on Elle.com, I have to say I was a bit confused! I love the black dress, the grey cardi, her tights and shoes, and of course the Birken, but the hat?? I'm not really feeling it! A bit Renaissance for Miss Zoe. What do you guys think?