Spring Series: Lips

As the months get warmer, the days get longer and the flowers appear I like to switch up what I'm wearing on my lips. Gone are the darker berry shades, and in come the lighter pinks, peaches and corals.

Topshop Lips in Oh La La (£8) - This is one for the coral lovers. It can be applied sheer or more punchy. A slightly lighter shade than some other options out there.

MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Peach Blossom (£15) - I bought this one recently on a whim after I saw Anna wearing it in this video. It is a lovely peachy-pink neutral shade, great for everyday wear. Although I do find that it can be a bit drying on the lips so be sure to use a good lip balm before this.

Revlon Colourburst Lacquer Balm in Demure (£7.99) - This one is particularly great to apply on the go. A neutral pink with slight shimmer to it, but not too much!

Revlon Colourburst Lipbutter in Juicy Papaya (£7.99) -  I wore this one alot last Spring/Summer. It gives a neutral-coral shine to the lips, whilst also moisturising the lips. A must buy in my opinion!

Revlon Just Bitter Kissable Lip Stain in Rendezvous (£7.99) - Yet another coral shade (can you sense a theme going on here?). This can be applied lightly to create a light stain or layered up to get the full shade.

Chanel Rouge Allure Lipstick in Hyde Park (Limited edition) - I was lucky enough to win this in a raffle a few years ago and I have only just realised it's true potential! It is a gorgeous vibrant coral-pink shade which can be applied sheer or not. The formula is like nothing I've tried before, smoothing over the lips and feels very nourishing. Unfortunately this was limited edition so no longer available.

Spring Series: Wardrobe Meet Pastels

Like many people out there I am guilty of hiding under darker shades throughout the winter months. Blacks, navy, greys; they're my thing. A bit like a comfort blanket. However now the sun has made an appearance I am feeling like these darker shades just aren't cutting it for me anymore. I want to wear some colour! Cue the pastel accessories.

As a way to ease myself into the world of real colour I have made a few investments. I spotted this lilac bag in Accessorize (Georgia Winged Handheld Bag) about a month ago now but resisted buying it. But you know when you think about something so much after initially seeing it? Well it just seemed rude to leave it sitting there unloved in the store. So last week I made the purchase. My first ever bag that isn't black or navy! I have to say I felt quite proud of myself as I walked out of the shop.

Another little addition to spruce up my monochrome wardrobe are these powder blue ballet style pumps. I've been searching for a pair of these for a while. However as other ladies with slim feet will know, finding a pair  of pumps that actually stay on your feet is a bloody pain! I had tried on the Topshop alternatives the other week, which fit but did feel like they were squashing my feet. Something I was willing to live with until I tried on these ones from New Look. They are exactly the same colour, fit perfectly, there's more padding underfoot and are half the price of Topshop. I was sold on the spot.

Are you willing to venture into the world of colour?