New Look Haul | Sale Bargains, Designer Perfume Dupe & 90s Trends

What's that? 
A video?

Yes! I've finally uploaded new content to YouTube... shock horror! After watching alot of YouTube lately... and I mean alot I have slowly gained some confidence (ish) to upload a new video.... and hopefully this is just the start!

2016 Goals, Aims & Plans

Hello hello girls and boys, it's that time again - the year is coming to a close and we are all looking forward to that refreshing feeling of January!

Over the last month or two I have really felt like things have started to come together for me, I've totally overhauled my diet which has made me feel so much better and have finally been able to hand in my notice at my job ready to start my new career in January #yay!
2015 has been alright... I mean nothing major seems to have happened, I've had fun times and great experiences but nothing too life-changing - however that's not always a bad thing.

Looking back at my 'Goals & Resolutions' post from the beginning of 2015 it's clear that I did slightly fail on a few of those things I set myself and.. in fact... some of them are things that I still want to work on in 2016 - but oh well... the only way is up!

Running & Fitness

You may have read my post about my diet recently, so of course next thing on my list is fitness. Growing up I was always so active and a few years ago I was running every morning. I'm hoping that with this new job I can finally get myself into a good routine and include an exercise plan into this! I want to be fit and healthy and am looking forward to challenging myself a bit - bring on the abs, planks and squats!

New Job Confidence

Yay! It's only a couple of weeks until I fully start my new role as a PR & Social Media Executive and I cannot wait.

 Yes, I won't lie, it is a little daunting jumping into a job that I have no previous experience in apart from everything that I've done for myself but I'm so ready to take it on and put my all into it - I hope this is the start of something great as I've been stuck in a job for so long that I just haven't been happy with, aiming for the stars here people, lets do this!

Fashion Blogging

I feel like I've said this alot but I really, really want to start blogging more fashion bits. I always get lovely comments from you guys when I do and I really enjoy it! Fingers crossed I'll be able to afford some new clothes to chat about soon haha!

Grow Grow Grow

Well.... this has been my aim for the last (nearly) 3 years! I love blogging, social media, creating and I just want to grow my channels as much as I can. 

I mean..... that might sound vain or self-centered? Does it? I feel like if you're a blogger then you will understand how I feel. I love engaging with people and blogging has become something that has well and truly taken over my life - I love it, bring on another fun-filled year of learning and improving.

YouTube Take Two

I'm going to try. I'm really going to try - it just takes up sooo much time. The videos I put up this year I had so much fun doing, but I'm so hard on myself so just never feel like they are good enough. Vlogging has been a goal of mine since I started watching YT videos regularly back in 2009, so watch this space.... filming will commence shortly.

STOP WORRYING

I'm such a bad worrier. I'm always panicking about something, have a horrible feeling of dread or weight on my shoulders for no reason - so next year I want to try and let myself feel more relaxed. Take things as they come and don't let little things worry me, 99% of the time whatever I'm worrying about doesn't happen!

Get a Tattoo?!

Haha! How many times have I said this? My friends are fed up of me even mentioning it! I'm just so damn indecisive. 

Adventure Out

Weekends away, nights out, days with friends, seeing new places, experiencing new things - with a holiday to Florida on pause for now I want to spend as much time making memories as I can.

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Zoella Beauty Kissy Missy Lip Balm & YouTuber Success Talk

When Zoe Sugg announced another collection being added to her 'Zoella Beauty' range I was all ears!
 I had bought a couple of bits from the first collection and really enjoyed them and hearing that this range was 'tutti frutti' made me definitely open to trying it out as it sounded right up my street (I'm all about scents, especially when they are sweet!).

After I had watch Zoe's video on her new releases I decided that the lip balm 'Kissy Missy' had my name all over it!

 I'm a big lip product person.... it's kind of embarrassing how many I own when I only have one mouth.... but this little pot looked lovely and I like having tinted lip balms in the summer - lipsticks melting is just heartbreaking.

The pot is small - obviously - a little larger than a carmex pot and is a plain, clear plastic apart from the lid which has the name and branding.

 The scent is nice, I've been trying to figure out what it smell similar too and for the life of me I can't work it out.... I'm rubbish I know!

Now the colour. I'm so impressed with the colour! I thought maybe, for the cheap price of £3, this might be really sheer and a bit like a nivea lipbalm or rose vaseline, but I was wrong. 

This is a bright bublegum fuchsia shade and is really buildable, although it doesn't take alot to give yourself fun kissy wissy lips!

I've been using this after my lush bubblegum scrub and my lips have felt so soft and smooth with a cute pop of colour!

For the price this is great, a handbag must for me this summer!

Now.....while I'm on the subject quick I just wanted to chat about Youtubers and their many deals and partnerships that seem to be happening weekly.
To be honest that I'm kind of getting fed up of people moaning about Youtubers having these opportunities - if it was you, you would leap at the chance (I know I would) - I really don't see the problem in these ranges and internet personalities making money on merch/own brands.

Don't want it - don't buy it, but whats the point of saying these people 'don't deserve it' or 'they just want the money' it is their job at the end of the day of course they are going to try and make money. 
The internet is so fickle and people, including Zoe, don't know when their time will be up - I don't blame them for taking everything they can while the chances are there.
 This blog and doing a few youtube videos here and there takes up so much of my time and I put alot of effort into it so I can imagine how much work people like Zoe have to put into everything they are achieving! My thoughts - You go girl! 
You may not agree with how I feel about it but that's life, we all have our different thoughts, it's kind of how to world works my loves!

Love you guys, thank you again for visiting A Yellow Brick Blog whether you are re-visiting or here for the first time - you rock! xoxo

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My 50 Favourite YouTubers

After the fantastic response I got from my recent "50 Of My Favourite Blogs Ever" post (click here go and check it out now!) I thought why not do the same thing over on YouTube and share 50 of my favourite (and most watched) channels! 

The video is only 2 minutes long and I've linked everyone mentioned below so you can go and find some new favourites to watch!

1. Juicystar07 (Blair Fowler) - https://www.youtube.com/user/juicystar07

2. AllThatGlitters21 (Elle Fowler) - https://www.youtube.com/user/AllThatGlitters21

3. Shane Dawson - https://www.youtube.com/user/ShaneDawsonTV & https://www.youtube.com/user/shane

4.Trisha Paytas - https://www.youtube.com/user/blndsundoll4mj & https://www.youtube.com/user/TrishasLife

5. Meghan Rienks - https://www.youtube.com/user/meghanrosette

6. What The Buck - https://www.youtube.com/user/WHATTHEBUCKSHOW

7. VelvetGh0st - https://www.youtube.com/user/velvetgh0st

8. Jenna Marbles - https://www.youtube.com/user/JennaMarbles

9. Tyler Oakley - https://www.youtube.com/user/tyleroakley

10. Dolly Bow Bow - https://www.youtube.com/user/Dollybowbow

11. Ugly Face Of Beauty - https://www.youtube.com/user/UglyFaceOfBeauty

12. iJustine - https://www.youtube.com/user/ijustine

13. Shaycarl - https://www.youtube.com/user/shaycarl

14. The Shaytards - https://www.youtube.com/user/SHAYTARDS

15. CarlieStylez - https://www.youtube.com/user/CarlieStylez

16. CTFxC (Charles Trippy) - https://www.youtube.com/user/CTFxC

17. The Fine Bros - https://www.youtube.com/user/TheFineBros

18. Liza Prideaux - https://www.youtube.com/user/lizaprideaux

19. Sugarfixx Beauty - https://www.youtube.com/user/katiefawcettxo

20. Helen Anderson - https://www.youtube.com/user/snakebitesparkles

21. Bentley Blonde (Wendy Bentley)  - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCznNKu0GrKrQEvKJd7oXvNw

22. Brogan Tate - https://www.youtube.com/user/brogantatexo

23. SWalkerMakeUp - https://www.youtube.com/user/SWalkerMakeup

24. Hayley Georgia Morris - https://www.youtube.com/user/hayleygeorgiamorris

25. PrankVSPrank - https://www.youtube.com/user/PrankvsPrank

26. Shaaanxo - https://www.youtube.com/user/shaaanxo

27. Lucy & Lydia - https://www.youtube.com/user/LucyAndLydia

28. InTheFrow - https://www.youtube.com/user/inthefrow

29. Philly D (Phillip DeFranco) - https://www.youtube.com/user/sxephil

30. Ellie Steadman - https://www.youtube.com/user/xelliesrambling

31. FleurDeForce - https://www.youtube.com/user/FleurDeForce

32. April Todd (HelloApril)  - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQgEIK2e-VoaMYYh4lSg48A

33. My Pale Skin - https://www.youtube.com/user/mypaleskinblog

34. Katie Snooks - https://www.youtube.com/user/snooksy 

35. Tasha Leelyn - https://www.youtube.com/user/THEEtashinator

36. Zoella - https://www.youtube.com/user/zoella280390

37. Sprinkle Of Glitter - https://www.youtube.com/user/Sprinkleofglitter

38. Ingrid Nilsen - https://www.youtube.com/user/missglamorazzi

39. Lil Miss Chickas - https://www.youtube.com/user/Lilmisschickas

40. Jordan Bone - https://www.youtube.com/user/JordanBone89

41. Thumbelina Lillie - https://www.youtube.com/user/thumbelinalillie

42. Allie Marie Evans - https://www.youtube.com/user/Glassslipperbeauty

43. Shay Mitchell - https://www.youtube.com/user/ShayMitchellOfficial

44. DizzyBrunette3 - https://www.youtube.com/user/dizzybrunette3

45. Carly Rowena - https://www.youtube.com/user/Carlyrowena

46. Lauren Kirkland - https://www.youtube.com/user/laurenmaykirkland

47. Becca Rose - https://www.youtube.com/user/voussontbeauetbelle

48. Bethany Mota - https://www.youtube.com/user/Macbarbie07

49. Willam Belli - https://www.youtube.com/user/noextrai

50. Noodlerella - https://www.youtube.com/user/Noodlerella

and breathe..................

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The Disneyworld Tag

Disney makes me happy... hence - new video time!!!

1. First time you went to Disney World?

2. Favourite park?

3. Favourite land in Magic Kingdom?

4. Favourite Disney resort hotel?

5. Favourite snack?

6. Favourite table service and counter service?

7. Favourite ride?

8. Favourite show?

9. Favourite parade or fireworks?

10. Favourite pavilion in Epcot?

11. What colour is your magic band?

12. Favourite character to meet?

13. A character you haven't met but really want to?

14. Your best Disney memory?

Check out my answers in the video below and don't forget to subscribe!

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June Favourites 2015 : Non-Beauty

Part two of my June favourites is up on my YouTube now :) I talk Toasties, TV & Taylor!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW

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June Favourites 2015 : Beauty

It's monthly favourites time and this month I decided to split it up into TWO videos for you guys, 1 being beauty and the other 'non-beauty' products! 

Everything featured is listed in the video info! I hope you like :)

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LOST IN A MAZE HOTEL & SEEING MY FAVOURITE GIRL T-SWIZ

Vlog time! Although this actually turned out to be a bit of a disaster to begin with.
 I spent HOURS the other night editing this only to have it taken down by YouTube less than 12 hours later... devastated wasn't the word!
So I've removed all the concert footage and now we should be good to go! 

Hit like and subscribe :)

Enjoy xoxo

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What I Bought From The Vans Disney Collection

Eeeek! It's finally here and I managed to get my mitts on some really cute bits.... although I still want more haha!
Here's a little peek at the things I got ...

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MY FIRST VLOG : Pink Hair, London Adventures, Ariana Grande @ The O2 & Mini Primark Haul!

My first ever vlog is here!!! I dyed my hair pink went to London via Hovercraft & train, saw Ariana Grande and headed to Primark all in less than 48 hours!

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What I'm Watching & Reading #1

I've been wanting to start a new series of posts on A Yellow Brick Blog for a while now, I love doing my "This Week I'm Loving..." posts but sometimes I do think I'm loving the same things for a week or too so they aren't needed weekly... as that would be super boring!
I came up with this idea last week and have been really looking forward to writing it! What I'm Watching & Reading is going to be a new series of posts highlighting certain blogs and vlogs that I have been loving! Sharing specific channels, videos, posts and sites - I want to share the love and let YOU know who I've been obsessing over.

As a huge fan of youtube and the blogging world I am near enough always online when not at work and just love finding new people to watch and read! 
I might just share certain people and their work, or maybe even a type of video that I've been watching alot of - either way hopefully YOU can find new vlogs and blogs to enjoy!

First up I'm going to talk YouTube. I have been totally obsessed recently with watching peoples "My Tattoos" videos! I find them soooo interesting! I love seeing what other people have chosen to get and their reasons and explanations about them.
I spotted InTheFrow (one of my blogging FAVS!) had uploaded hers and from there that was it - I couldn't stop watching them!

My 4 favourites had to be InTheFrow (Victoria), Helen Anderson, Katie Snooks and a new youtuber to me, who I found through this, called Tasha Leelyn (who's videos I've fallen in love with!). These girls have amazing channels - Helen's personality makes me laugh out loud she is brilliant! I highly recommend them .... especially if you're a nosey tattoo person like me! (although I haven't actually got any...... yet! These videos have seriously spurred me on to stop being a wimp and go and get one) 

Channels : Victoria | Helen | Katie | Tasha

Now onto blogs! I thought I'd share 4 blog posts that have stuck out to me over the last few weeks. Ones that I really enjoyed reading and want to share with you guys!

First is from Aspiring Londoner aka Farzana! This was actually the first post I had read from her blog and found it via one of the Twitter chats.
"3 Essential Steps To Improve Your Blog Photography" - I mean it had me sold from the title, I am always looking to improve my photos on here. I own a DSLR but am still trying to get my head around it and don't always get the results I'm looking for with it no matter how much I fiddle! The £1 marble background idea is awesome!

Next is from one of my favourite bloggers ever - Couture Girl aka Kayleigh! She recently had a total hair make-over from Catherine Boden and shared her whole experience in THIS blog post! I think her hair looks incredible, the colour and dimension she's been given is perfection.... makes me miss my long hair! 

Another one of my favourite bloggers now - ReallyRee. 
My favourite blog post this MONTH has to be her interview with Paris Hilton. Yes I am 100% green with envy even thinking about it but it was amazing to read such a natural and fun interview without heading to my local newsagents! Paris has been a total idol to me since I was a teenager - I just adore her and think she is one of the smartest women in the world! Read the interview - here.

Last but not least is a blog post all about.... blogging!
"The World Of Blogging Nobody Sees" is a post recently uploading my the total amazing Gracie from TheUglyFaceOfBeauty. (you may know this beauty from youtube.... but did you know she has a blog too?!)
This post is all about those things not everybody knows about blogging..... and some stuff even I didn't know either! I love Gracie's honesty, this post is a must read!

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What's In My Bag?

...the question on everybody's lips..... what on earth do I carry around with me everyday?

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Video : Easy Curly Lob Hair Tutorial

After lots of requests I've finally filmed how I create my messy curly lob!
Everytime I upload a photo or video where I've curled/waved my hair I have lots of people asking how I do it and what I use so I thought it was about time I just went and showed you all.
 I love having shorter hair, cutting it off was the best decision I've made all year.
I'd love to know your thoughts on this - tutorials are a brand new thing to me.... it's a little nerve-wracking but I found it so much fun to film!

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April Favourites 2015 : Video

Yes that's right .... 2 video in one week! I'm bloomin' spoiling you guys! I hope you like.... please let me know your thoughts and any requests you might have!

Make-up, hair, fashion, books, TV...... I have ALOT of favourites this month!

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My Skincare Routine : Video

I'm back on YouTube! I'm so sorry that there always seems to be such a huge gap between each of my videos... I promise I will get my butt in gear and sort my channel out as much as I can!

Anyway, today I'm talking all about my skincare routine - all those bits and bobs I use on my big round face day and night!

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This Week I'm Loving... #14

Cinderella

When a new Disney movie is released it is inevitable that I am going to go and see it. I had been looking forward to seeing Cinderella ever since it was announced and I was super excited to grab my popcorn and m&m's (best movie snack ever) and go and see it with my pal Megan. I LOVE it, the cast was amazing, I love that near enough everyone was British - Lily James was actually perfect as Ella and had me close to tears at least 3 times! I'm off to see it again with my Mum tomorrow and cannot wait!

Revenge

I have been wanting to watch this show for years now, the amount of people I see rave about it I knew it was going to be right up my street. I started season 1 earlier this week and although I'm only a few episode in, I am hooked! I cannot wait to catch up to season 4!

Taylor Swift Wonderstruck

I have owned many a bottle of this perfume over the last few years. We all know I love T-Swiz so when I went to the US back in 2012 and it had just been released it was the number one thing on my wishlist from Sephora! I went straight to the store in Times Square and grabbed a bottle. The scent forever reminds me of my trip around the US and I have been wearing it loads this week :)

Rimmel Kate Moss Lipstick #36

One of the new lasting finish lipsticks now! I did a post on these new shades last month (here) and have been wearing them non-stop! This bright fuchsia pink is a great alternative for when I don't want to use my MAC Viva Glam Miley or Girl About Town! 

St. Moriz Bronzer

Bronzing products are something I have coming out of my ears! This newbie in my collection from St. Moriz is a gorgeous shimmery bronze great for completing any look. I have been dabbing a little on the apples of my cheeks to give me a little colour each morning - as I feel super pale right now.

Easter Eggs

It's Easter! Which means....... lots of chocolate. Is it me or does Easter egg chocolate taste so much better than normal chocolate? And don't get me started on creme eggs... I could eat 100!

Nivea Creme Sensitive Shower Gel

With shower gels I have my regulars that I use and I normally buy the one that's on offer! This beaut is only £1 at the moment in Boots so I've grabbed a few to keep me going! I like to buy sensitive shower gels as they contain less crap and don't irritate my skin like others do.

Meghan Rienks 

Hands down my YouTuber of the week! I've been watching Meghan for a while now and I am obsessed with her and her videos! She is hilarious, so down to earth and just seems like a girl I would love to be friends with! I've watched sooo many of her videos this week, her "Draw My Life" just made me want to get on plane, find her and hug her (in a total non-creepy way!) Meghan you rock! (Click her name above to check out her channel!)

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Video : My First Q&A

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This Week I'm Loving... #8

Eastenders

I mean this has just got to be in this post! I think if you follow me on twitter you have kind of gathered that I have been obsessed with Eastenders this week! (I do apologise if you follow me on twitter I am aware of my tweeting problem......) #HowsAdam?
Anyway.... It was only bloody Bobby! After reading a few suggestions it was him over the last few weeks I wasn't was surprised as I hoped I would be when the killer was revealed!
The acting on Fridays episode was so incredible - you would never think that was live! A huge well done and congrats to Adam, Laurie, Ben and Mimi!
I can't wait for all the upcoming storylines.... Is dean dead? Where the hell has Kathy been?!

YouTube

Yay! I have finally started filming videos again! I still need to get some form of editing software to make them slightly more exciting but I have really been enjoying filming and I will be uploading more really soon :)
I would love it if you guys would subscribe to my channel - here! It's been so lovely having your nice comments and support both on twitter and on the videos themselves so thank you you lovely people!

MAC Viva Glam Miley Lipstick

Wooo a new mac lipstick in my life! (This doesn't happen alot!) As soon as I saw this was available in the UK I ordered it straight away! It is a gorgeous fuchsia shade of pink (my fav kind of lipstick colour you know!) and the formula is just perfect! Thick and creamy, this amplified lippy is everything I look for!

Nutri-Grain Breakfast Bakes

Formally known as Elevenses these are so so yummy - it's like eating cake but you don't feel as bad about it! The raisin ones are my favs!

Mememe Flawless Concealer

I've been using this loads over the past week! Normally I use my pwoharr paint concealer from seventeen but I felt like changing things up and this was the first replacement I decided to try out! It is light and creamy and blends in so easily, if you need something not as heavy duty but something that still give good coverage I highly recommend this!

Taylor Swift Style Video

My girl Tay has released a new video! I love Style - it's one of my favourites from the album and I really like Taylor's cool mature video to go alongside it! Bravo Swift!

Simple Toner

You may have seen this in my Boots haul a couple of weeks ago, I have been using this instead of forking out for my usual Liz Earle Skin Tonic! It leaves my skin feels fresh and clean, a bargain alternative!

Blistex Lip Brilliance

My saviour of dry lips this week has been this tinted balm from Blistex! It is perfect for everyday at work, it works so well on chapped lips and gives a little colour too without being too OTT for my boring retail job! Plus it smells good too!

Bleach London Silver Shampoo & Conditioner

I have been loving these since getting my hair dyed blonder! I am a bit of a wimp with these products though as I'm scared I'm going to leave them in too long and end up with purple hair (although it would be cool I don't think work would be impressed!) I've used toning products like these before and I found they made my hair feel super dry but with the conditioner from Bleach these actually make my hair feel really soft!

Pure Beauty Magazine Jen/Feb 2015

Super exciting news (which you probably saw on Insta or Twitter like a week ago) - I'm in this month's Pure Beauty magazine! I'm so excited and grateful to be including in such a fab and informative mag AND I'm in it right next to my beautiful buddy Becky!! I'm so glad my work have let me take it home to keep - tis' one to show my mother!

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