Pink Haired Princess

You can now shop at Matalan online, yay! They have a selection of clothing from their Et Vous, Soon and Rogers & Rogers collections. If you need to return an item, you can either post it back or return to a store. My pick has to be this gorgeous purple prom dress, £35. It's beautiful and just what I need for the party season. If only they'd get their shoes on the site too, I'd never have to go out of my way to visit the store! www.matalanonline.co.uk

The beauty world is abuzz with the news that MAC are collaborating with Hello Kitty. It's a partnership that has long been talked about and I know a lot of ladies that can't wait to get their hands on everything! The release scheduled for February/March time is a much anticipated slot, with the 2008 Fafi and 2007 Barbie collections being huge. From what I've seen and heard the range is split into an affordable line (Hello Kitty Colour Collection) and more exclusive, high-end (Hello Kitty Kouture). The Colour Collection (available everywhere) includes, six lipsticks with names like Fashion Mews and Strayin’, six lipglass shades and two tinted lip conditioners. Two quad eyeshadow palettes in Lucky Tom and Too Dolly, two shades of pigment and two Reflects Glitter stockkeeping units one blue, one pink (?). Four Glitter Eye Liners, two shades of Beauty Powder, three shades of nail polish, a black mascara and false lashes. There is also petite and medium makeup bags While the Kit...

I keep telling myself that the day will come when I own a pair of L.A.M.B. shoes. I fall in love with at least a couple of pairs every season and drool over them until ASOS get around to reducing them in their sale. This is when I try to persuade myself that the new price of £100+ isn't really that much money considering they have already been reduced by that much. During this battle between my bank and my heart, my size is usually sold out and the decision out of my hands. Then the next week ASOS start stocking a whole new collection for me to repeat the process. So when I saw these lush new booties on the site , I was more determined than ever to let my heart win the battle. Each pair cost £289, so I'll definitely need a drastic reduction before I can justify spending on them. I think I (just by a tiny bit) prefer the peep toe version with scale-like frills all over. The suede pairs feature a smaller version of the scales down the front, concealed platform and contrast stit...

The beautiful new Lancome colour collection is out now. It's based around deep blue, silver and red. I adore the Diva Magic Powder £28, it looks so sparkly in the promo image (above), so I'll definitely be checking that out in real life. There is a new 4 eyeshadow Color Focus Palette £30.50 in Blue Enigma as well as 2 new single Color Design eyeshadows (above) £12 in 510 Holly Blue (deep denim blue) or 509 Silver Forever (light simmery grey). Juicy Tubes have been revamped as 'Juicy Black' £13.50 in shades 52 Sparkling Ava (shimmering silver) or 50 Red Gilda (holiday red). I've heard there are also 2 new shades of Color Fever lipstick, although there are no details of that on the Lancome site. As well as this, the rare Le Magnetique nail polish £15 (that magnetically creates a star pattern on the nail after application) has been produced in a gorgeous shimmering dark blue 02 Blue Enigma, a must-have. The collection should be available now at counters nationwide. Un...

Look at these cute Wilbur & Gussie 'Charlie' bags from Koodos . I love the simple shape adorned with a brooch fastening, plus they come in an array of colours and prints (pink polka dot is my fave), so you could have a different one for every day of the week. You are saving £35 of the rrp of £130, so they are £95 each, plus there is an extra 10% off all handbags on the site just now (automaticlly deducted at checkout).

I'm rather depressed today. My skin has been behaving badly again and I've been researching various treatments and the more I read, the more depressed I get. I am simply overwelmed by the advice and lists of comedogenic ingredients to avoid. I thought I had pretty much managed to find a skincare routine that was working for me and knew what items irritated my condition. However, my skin doesn't seem to be clearing up even although I considered myself to be realitively careful about what I put on it these days. I have printed off a 5-page ingredient list which I will have to take shopping with me, not exactly practical I know. Most ingredients in the UK are 'hidden' on products, so I'm not sure how the shop assistants will feel about me peeling back labels to compare with my huge print-out! The problem is I really don't know what I am looking for. I am literally just avoiding anything that appears on this list, without knowing what the ingredients mean or do...

I know I've said this before, but I really recommend you try Shoemissy if you're looking for something that little bit different. Anna hand-finishes each shoe with the most gorgeous trims. Two new styles on the site D'Lish £45 (lace, below) and Immodesty £45 (pink, above) are inspired by her favourite burlesque acts. I bought Immodesty the other week and they are stunning, real Minnie Mouse shoes! The service is superb. Shipping within the UK is free and each item comes beautifully wrapped and boxed, with a hand-written note inside. This seasons collection has been great, with a real pin-up, nautical vibe. I've bought French Maid £55, Bobbie £55 and Starlet £50 (hot pink). I've also had a sneak peek at some of the Spring/Summer range, which again looks stunning. Plus if you're looking for something one-of-a-kind, you can contact Anna, who is really friendly and accomodating and I'm sure she can sort you out with those special shoes!

Buy a coat today from ASOS and receive free standard delivery for your whole order. Just order between 12pm-2pm, add your coat to your order and enter the code WINTERCOAT in the discount box.

I remember these old style Irregular Choice boots. They were available in metallic pink or green with the kitsch charm bracelet around the ankle. I thought they were absolutely amazing. I really regret that I didn't buy them when they were reduced in the ASOS sale years ago. I can't remember the price exactly, but I think it was around £30. At the time it still seemed like a lot of money, when I didn't have much, so I never bought them. Nowadays of course, I'm so obsessed with IC, that I would probably have paid double for them. So imagine my surprise when I notice them on the Schuh website yesterday. IC have re-released this style (in pink) for £104.99 (Schuh only). So if, like me, you missed out on this fabulous boot, now's your chance. They're cute huh?

Topshop are killing me with their shoes. I've spoken before about how I think the prices at Topshop are a little high for a 'high-street' brand and that perhaps the celebrity following and 'cool factor' of the store have added to the prices. So I try not to look at the gorgeous shoes they have on their site as I know I can't afford them. The real problem is, I don't want just one pair...I want a lot. Really a lot. So, I tormented myself today and browsed their site. Here's my Topshop wishlist; Samba £65 Angel (pink, top and black) £75 Regal £65 Panther £85 Pout (green, pink and purple) £85 Sugar £60 Phoenix £85 Serena £65 Poirot £90 Prowess £85 Pelle £80 Perth £100 Prestige £80 Superb £65 Peta £80 Agatha £75 So the grand total comes to £1485! I think I could buy a decent car for that price! Of course, if I'm serious I could probably live without Peta, Regal and Panther (they aren't really 'everyday' wear') and Superb and Prestige (I ...

Wowza, check out these spectacular 'Flirtatious' ruffle shoes (£120) from Karen Millen . In gorgeous blue, the pleats at the side of the shoe make their way around to the heel in a big ruffle. I'm not too fussed about the peep-toe front so would walk backwards to show them off (what do you mean that wouldn't work?). If ruffles tickle your fancy then you could also opt for the matching bag (£80), 'Dramatic Fan' corset top (£99) or dress (£160).

Wow, check out this amazing fantasy dress by Manish Arora that Katy Perry wore as host of last nights MTV EMA's. Ok, so it's hardly practical (how would you sit down?), but it's amazing! The bright colours, detailed bodice, asymmetric sleeve and nipped in waist are fabulous enough, before you even get started on the skirt. I love fashion like this, it's so fun and fitting for the event, plus it perfectly meets the current circus trend. I'd love to play with all the little things on the merry-go-round.

The new Gold Collection by Giles Deacon has arrived at New Look . There's more pieces that I like from this than previous ranges, here's my picks; Platform corsage shoes £35 Red sequin trim dress £55 White girl print t-shirt £14 Double strap metallic shoes £35 Metallic croc dress £50