28 Magical Disney Stores I've Found On Instagram

This year I have stumbled upon more than just a few incredible Disney Instagrammers. 
I am obsessed with having my feed full of beautiful, happy Disney snaps - Magic Kingdom selfies, mickey shaped food and of course... that cheeky purple wall! 
But what else I have discovered within this is the amazing array of Disney shops on Instagram.

Life Update

Why hello my favourite internet people!

It's time for me to finally sit down and type away my feelings.... it's been a while and I've missed blogging regularly SO much and I thought i was about time I did a mini life update for you all..... in case you've been wondering where I am! 

What's new with me? What's gong down? 

Well.....

I've been working... alot! I LOVE my new job so much but working online all day I struggle to then sit down and open my laptop once I'm home enjoying my free time - which makes me sad as I LOVE blogging so much but I do need time to switch off from it all. But I'm determined over the next couple of months to get A Yellow Brick Blog up and running like it used to be! 

I've booked a holiday......... to DISNEYWORLD! Yes I'm so, so, so, sooooo happy - I finally cracked my boyfriend and he agreed to go back next year :)

So, lots of saving and counting down for me until March - I still can't believe I'm going to get to go back, a dream come true once more!

Summer is coming and I have lots of exciting plans! From the Isle Of Wight Festival next week to one of my best friends hen do's (in a totally secret location.... I'd better not say because she could read this, we've kept this a secret for 6 months and I'm just spoiling it now!) later this month to V Festival in August ... I'm looking forward to some amazing weekends with good friends :)

INSTAGRAM - I have a brand new Instagram - @AlohaKirstie - and I would seriously appreciate it if you'd hit follow, I can't believe it's already hit over 400 followers in less than 4 days!

Alot of people have been asking why I have made a new account.... well, my old one, for me, was just messy - which sounds SO stupid but I'd had it since 2009 or 2010 I had over 4000 uploads. I just needed a fresh fun start!

Will my blog change names? Who knows?! Not anytime soon :) 'A Yellow Brick Blog' seems to have a lot of love from what I've seen and been told so maybe it should stay :)

I'm still on that health kick - I'm obsessed with the gym classes I'm going to and I am trying seriously hard with my diet (although I have slipped a few times recently)! I did just complete #ChocolateFreeMay though - wahoooo! I'm excited to keep on challenging myself, setting new goals monthly and seeing improvements!

What have you all been upto? What's new? Let me know in the comments below!

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Kirstie's Current Favourites

Well .... it's been a while since I've talked you guys through what I have been LOVING lately so I thought it was about time!
I've got everything from teabags to MAC products today, so sit back, relax and come and see what I'm talking about...

Now I'm going to start with the two randoms. Metcalfe's Skinny Dark Chocolate Popcorn Thins and Twinings Gingerbread Green Tea.
Yes, I've talked about the tea before on here in my January favourites but it's still a strong, strong favourite of mine! This stuff is so, so good - tastes just like gingerbread, perfect for a little sweet fix!
The popcorn thins are literally da bomb. I tweeted about them not long ago when I had stumbled across them in co-op and then the lovely people at Metcalfe's Skinny sent me a whole box full (I know, I couldn't believe it either!) - it's taken me all my strength not to sit and eat them all I tell ya!
Popcorn is literally my favourite food ever and I've got such a weakness for dark chocolate at the moment so this combined is just a WINNER.

 Strobing! Strobing, strobing, strobing. 
I mean .... it's basically just shiny highlighters right? Well.... I've been going through these 3 like no bodies business!
The MAC strobe cream (bottom swatch) is a total beaut - for £24 yes it's a bit of a splash out, for me anyway, but this is gorgeous and I'm really looking forward to rocking it with a tan. I miss being tanned so much!
The other two are by Make Up Revolution. Euphoria* and Hypnotic* - at only £5 each these are a bargain! One a silvery pink based cream and the other a golden shimmer cream - I'm obsessed. 
I've been rotating these 3 daily, basically just going with whichever one I feel like, I love them all! Strobing is a YES from me. (Although I'm just using them as I would a highlighter.... I don't look Pinterest worthy just yet!)

 Since getting a new prescription and starting my new job, glasses have become my life. I actually can't go through a day without them so new pairs are always a good thing!
I was recently sent this pair by William Morris London*, snazzy right?
This pair is actually from the 'Silver Collection' - this collection is super special as they have started to reuse the original shapes and designs that William Morris started out his business with 20 years ago!
You may have spotted me in them on social media recently - (here) - I totally look intelligent right? The quality is amazing, everything from the case to the arms, I'm so, so pleased with them.

MAC's eyebrow pencil in Lingering has changed my life. God lord how had I not tried this before?! I LOVE this eyebrow pencil, the shade is perfect for me, it fills in my sparse areas without making them look too bold and OTT and it lasts all day - this will be repurchased over and over again. As you can see I've already rubbed off all the writing on the packaging and I've only had it a month!

Next is a new skincare super hero! Bee Good Necta Perfecta* was recently released and I was lucky enough to get this mini sample size to try out. (Blogger perks eh?!)
 I've only tried it out a couple of times but I've loved the results! Made for a multitude of things you can use this skin perfecter n everything from your scalp to your elbows!
Hydrating, soothing and moisturising a tiny bit of stuff goes a long, long way - with the horrible weather we've been having lately my hands have been suffering, this stuff has been great for popping on at night before I head off to sleep for a deep hydrating treatment! I really want to try it out on my scalp as a treatment next!

Health is something I'm trying to take alot more seriously at the moment, I'm ona a real mission to make myself feel better and change my ways - so far, so good! This book was something I picked up from ASOS  as something to help me with all those health problems I seem to have day in day out. With it's quick and easy segments to read Health Hacks is so helpful and something I actually enjoying reading through! 
There are tons of different sections to read through so weather it's being bloated or something to help with a rash - there is a top tip on how to solve it! 

Instagram. I've been obsessed with Instagram. My username is : KIRSTIELOUISES

What have you been loving lately?

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Weekly Round Up #2

1. NEW JOB! | 2. Sailing The Seas | 3. My Favourite Lady | 4. The Good Dinosaur | 5. Instagram Addicted | 6. The Gold Dust Product | 7. Feeling Festive | 8. Coat Of Dreams | 9. Bargain Boots

1.  Well.... if you didn't know about this yet.... where have you been?! Yes! I have finally been able to hand in my notice at my current retail job and will be starting a new career in PR, social media and marketing in the new year. I am overjoyed and so so excited to get started! I finally feel like my life is starting to get on track!

2. What a lovely day it was, heading over to Portsmouth with my Mum for a spot of shopping. I love Primark but living on the IOW it's not often that I get to go so it's always an exciting experience. How is shopping so tiring though? Seriously such a workout!

3. It's been so lovely to spend a bit more time with my Mum over the past weekend, it needs to happen more often!

4. I went to see The Good Dinosaur last week with a couple of friends and absolutely loved it.... it nearly got me shedding a tear I tell ya! Such a cute story, lots of Lion King similarities though... did anyone you of notice this aswell!?

5. I am totally obsessed with Instagram at the moment - LOVE LOVE LOVE! I find creating images for it so fun, yes I am THAT sad! (My account)

6. Waaaaaaaaaaaa I didn't get one :( Although.... did anyone? I swear it was there and gone in like 3 seconds! Fingers crossed they'll be back in stock soon and we can all rock the perfect nude lip.

7. I LOVE December. Like... LOVE it. Even just the sight of an advent calendar gives me that warm festive feeling (and this year I have 2!), I'm so excited for Christmas. Next stop - get my tree up and watch Love Actually!

8. Finally! I own a winter coat. After browsing the internet for what seemed an eternity my eyes fell upon this River Island beauty and I have to say it's probably my best buy of the last 12 months! I have had so many compliments on it so far and the qulaity is amazing! IT looks great and keeps me so warm. (Find it at River island - here and Littlewoods - here.)

9. Last but not least....... I have to share my bargain of the week! Black Friday offers were my downfall ... opps - I mean I tried to avoid them but it was pretty darn impossible! I managed to get these gorgeous knee high boots for just £10! I know amazing right? I think I'll be wearing these on NYE.... once I've found a dress or playsuit to rock them with. (Find them - here.)

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Tony & Guy Fluid Metal Styler Review

What did we do before the days of hair tools? I cannot imagine a life without straighteners or being able to wave my hair with the flick of a hand!

There are SO many choices out there on the market with new products being added each month - which makes it super hard ot pick the one that's right for you!
Today I'm going to be chatting all about Tony & Guy's new little beauty out there the Fluid Metal Styler*.

Tony & Guy Fluid Metal Styler*

Now you may have spotted this on my Instagram a couple of weeks ago, I just couldn't keep it's prettyiness hidden away could I? - I know lots of you commented and tweeted about it, so I've been dying to get this review up.

 Unlike your usual boring straighteners this limited edition professional styler is made to not only straighten the hair but curl and wave it aswell, all with one easy glide. (check out some fab styles here.)

I cannot get over how darn pretty these are. The iridescent titanium is so unique (and as pretty as a unicorn) and the plates are made for the ultimate heat transfer. 
Developed to smooth down the hair follicles and enhance shine these really do transform my frizzy mop into sleek and manageable locks.
 They come with a gorgeous heat resistant carry case and a separate quilted heat proof mat  - great for travelling or if you're on the go alot.

The one thing I really love about the Fluid Styler is that it has a heat dial. You can choose what heat you'd like from 80c to 200c. So if your hair is quite delicate or doesn't need alot of heat to stay put you don't have to blast it with unnecessary temperatures! 

The plates glide through my hair with easy and don't leave it feeling over processed or dry (one of my pet peeves!). 
I've been used to the same pair of straighteners for 10 years so it takes alot for me to venture out of my comfort zone but these managed to persuade me. 

I love how easy they are to use and I've found it fairly simple to master the different styles with them too. My favourite go-to look at the moment is straight with the ends curled under to create a cute long bob style, it's so easy and lasts all day.

The fluid styler is priced at £90, which for what you get, the quality and the look (yes... I would happily pay for the pretty plates alone!) I think is great value... BUT, it gets better - right now at Superdrug they are HALF PRICE and only £44.99 - fab for a cheeky beauty treat for yourself, a great gift to pop on your wishlist or the perfect present for a haircare fanatic!

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6 Products That Give Me An Instant Confidence Boost

As a normal 25 year old female I am overcome more or less daily by my insecurities, but I mean.... we could have a whole other post about that... today I just want chat about a few particular products that make me feel better about myself. Easy peasy instant confidence boosters... because who isn't interested in those?!

Yes, there are a few things out there that in my mind 'up' my glam game and give me that confidence that I'm otherwise lacking. 
From fake lashes to tanning lotions here are my favourite things to make me feel a bit better about myself :)

1. Fake Eyelashes
I can't actually remember the last time I went on a 'night out' without a pair of fake eyelashes on. I think I've been wearing them ever since I went to Ibiza in 2009.
For me, these are a MUST when heading out the door on a girls night out, I have THE shortest, stumpiest lashes and really small eyes so without them I don't ever feel like my make-up is finished or anywhere near as good as it could be.
Favourites :  Eylure Eylure Eylure- I love 101's and 107's ALOT and I do struggle to use other brands I'm not going to lie! I really want to try out Fleur De Force's new range aswell - maybe even the individual ones as I've heard they can stay on all weekend which would be amazing for Festivals and trips away!

2. Highlighters
The world (and my face) would be a sad sad place without a good highlighter! I think I have a slight obsession, I don't think I will ever own enough. Ever since buying the makebelieve skin lmizer as a teen I have be striving to find products that give me that dewy glow that all the celebs rock with ease!
Favourites : theBalm Mary-Lou Manizer, Seventeen Skin Wow!, Rimmel London Good To Glow, Benefit High Beam & Victoria's Secret Illuminating Powder.

3. Tan Tan Tan
Not only do these products stop me from looking like a pale whale they also help to tone the look of the skin - a good tan can make you look a whole lot skinnier you know, I just wish I had more time (and patience) to use it more!
Favourites : Anything St. Moriz.

4. Razors
What feels better than freshly smooth legs? Seriously though - smooth, soft legs are the best - a major confidence boost in just a few swipes!
Favourites : Venus Sensitive Embrace

5. Instagram
Yes I'm saying it and you may think it's obnoxious and vain but in all seriousness - a good filter and a bit of editing can make me feel better about myself and I know a lot of you girls feel the same.... so don't act like I'm being fake and self-centered haha - you all love a good selfie!
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6. Blonde Toners
Last but not least.... this is a big one for me when it comes to confidence.
 I am blonde, but I'm not a natural blonde, so I am always paranoid about what shade my hair colour is looking. 
My hairdresser is amazing and everytime I had my hair coloured I fall in love but after about 6/8 weeks I can see my colour fading and becoming dull - and sometimes even.... yellowish #booo! BUT there are products that can fix this and I have become a slave to them!
Toning shampoos are totally and utterly fabulous and after getting over my initial fear of using them (I was paranoid I would have purple hair if I left it on for longer than about 45 seonds) I have realised how much they can help and if I feel like a pick me up this is one of the first products I reach for!
Favourites : Pro:Voke Touch Of Silver Twice A Week Brightening Shampoo & Intensive Treatment Conditioner.

What are your favourite confidence boosters?

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My Favourite Photography Apps

My iPhone is like an extra limb, as sad as that is - it's true. I don't think there's a moment in my daily routine where I dont know where it is.
I've had an iPhone for the past 4 or 5 years and throughout this time I've tried, bought and downloaded my fair share of apps! Some are keepers, some are pants and some I just don't even understand how to use!
After all this time I have definitely found my favourites, so today I thought I would share with you my favourite apps for photos!

Social = Instagram Free

This is an obvious one so I will put it first as I'm sure you've probably all already got it. I love Instagram, I've had it nearly as long as I've had an iPhone after seeing iJustine talk about it when it had just been released! It's fab for scrolling through when your bored and it's even become a job to some people now, which is awesome! My favourite filters have got to be Hudson and Valencia, although recently I've been more about just editing the photo and not adding filters at all! My username is : KirstieLouiseS and you can see my favourite accounts to follow - here.

Collage/multiple photos = Diptic 79p

There are some times where we need more than photo together - before and afters, a collage for a friends birthday, a group of holiday photos together or maybe you just want to have your selfie mirrored... this is the best for that! I do begrudge paying for apps.... as there are so many free ones.... but this has definitely been worth the pennies I paid years ago, I use it all the time!

Editing = Afterlight 79p

This is the newest in my collection and I bought it after seeing Megan (www.thumbelinalillie.com) talking about it! I always wanted to know how to make my photos brighter, lighter and a little bit prettier.... you know what I mean .... this does the trick and so much more! I love the amount of different filters and edits that are available, my favourite has to be Magnolia, I sometimes actually use this before popping a photo onto Instagram.. sneaky sneaky!

Helpful = Whiteagram Free

Ever wanted to add a photo to Instagram but it's totally ruined by making it into a square? Fear no more - this is the how to get the whole of your photo in! Wahoooo I hear you cry! This is perfect for outfit shots, sharing snazzy blog photos or maybe even your holiday snaps! This is so, so handy.

What are you fav photo apps?

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My Instagram Favourites

I've been thinking about writing this post for a long while now. Instagram is something I check probably about ten times a day, it's such a fun and easy social media platform and I have been using it I saw iJustine introducing it back in like 2010! 
As the years have past Instagram has grown grown with millions of accounts now active it has become the place for people to not only share their scenery or what they are having for dinner but to show their talents, work and even photography skills!

There's always a few accounts who's photos I am forever double-clicking and turning green with envy over (am I sad?) and I just LOVE finding new people to follow! 
I've seen other bloggers do posts like this before and I've found some great Instagrams through them so I thought it would be fun to finally share a few of my favs too!

 colour_me_creative

I first stumbled across Kristina when I found one of her pieces of art online (a Disney Princess one obvs) and went on a mission to hunt down the origin of it! This girl's talent is totally and utterly INSANE. I cannot get my head around how incredible each and every picture she creates is. If you like art, cartoons, disney, beauty.... you HAVE to follow this girl. Every photo will have you saying Wow.

amberkennerdale

Real life friend alert! Yup, this is one of my best buddies and I bloody love her Instagram! Amber has amazing personal style and she's always rocking amazing outfits and make-up which make her stand out from the crowd. She's forever uploading photos of cute accessories alongside pretty whimsical things.... oh and unicorns! Go & follow her and tell her I sent you!

carlyrowena

Carly is a blogger and youtuber I first found through Liza P and I have been following her ever since! Carly is a personal trainer and her fitness blog and YT channel are so inspiring and motivating. Her Instagram has been amazing lately whilst she's been on her travels. I mean just look how beautiful it all looks! If you're looking for a fitness girly this is the one!

shaym

Oh look it's a Pretty Little Liar! (Yes I am one of those girls who is seriously obsessed with that show!) I love all the cast and their instagrams, but Shay always has such a range of amazing images. This girl is beautiful and I always love looking through her fun foodie pics and gorgeous selfies - she always seems to be having fun!

laurajenkinson

I mean it's pretty obviously why I follow this girl - how incredible is she! Her Instagram is full of these insane lip arts (how cute is Sid?!) aswell of loads of other make-up looks! Laura is super talented, go and have a look through her feed she has soooo many great posts!

rosychicc

Blogger alert! Yes I love Andrea and her blog rosychicc and that love has defintley been trasfered over to the world of Instagram. If you love her blog and photograhpy on there then you're going to adore her cute instagram! Seriously girl, you make everything look so pretty!

amrezy

I stumbled across this account recently after spotting a photo on the search page - it was one of those "based on people you follow" photos. This girl's make-up skills are insane and is one of the instagram accounts I sit and look through going green with envy. Her smokey eyes are flawless.

pinkpixiedoll

Yes, yes it is another blogger! You may recognise Milly from Pearls & Poodles - a fabulously huge beauty, fashion and lifestyle blog which I always find a great read! If you like pretty, pink, girly pictures then Milly is the person to follow! As you can see from above she shares more than just her blog photos - I want that pink bag! If you're a blog lover too and you aren't following Milly then go and do it now - you won't regret!

hayden_williams

Another art account now. This guy is super amazing at creating fantastic fashion creations! He an incredible artist and I LOVE all of his Disney inspired looks as well as his great eye for detail when drawing celebritys - if you love a bit of fashion, style and art check him out!

milkbubbleteablog

Last but not least, it's again another fab blogger and another super pretty account! If you love shabby chic, perfect homes and cute little dogs Becky will be right up your street. Her photos always look like they are straight out of a magazine, oh how I wish my home was all pretty and white too!

Who are your favourite Instagrammers?!

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Dress Like Disney #8 : Maleficent, Ursula & Jafar

You may have seen already but these posts have now got their own Instagram account! Follow DressLikeDisney to check out all of the make-overs so far!

This week it's time for some villians to get a high street transformation!

Maleficent
Dress | Chocker | Shoes | Lipstick | Bag | Eyeshadow | Earrings | Contour Kit

Ursula
Dress | Necklace | Shoes | Nail Polish | Bag | Eyeshadow | Bangle | Earrings

Jafar
Jumpsuit | Sandals | Rings | Headband | Bag | Belt | Eyeliner | Lipstick

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My Instagram Month : April

Shot Roulette ♥ Puppy Power ♥ Ice Cream On A Sunny Day ♥ Life On The Isle Of Wight ♥ Face Mask Reviewing ♥ Easter Happiness ♥ Night Out With My Favourite ♥ Healthy Afternoon Treats

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