Milan Expo 2015- Day 1

Hello lovelies!

As you may have seen from my last blogpost, I visited Milan recently for the Expo. For those of you who don't know what that is (because I know in Ireland there was little to no knowledge of this whereas in other countries its extremely famous) the Expo is a Universal Exhabition in which was held in Milan from the 1st of May to the 31st of October 2015. 140 countries participated where each country got the chance to display how they can help towards providing healthy sustainable food for the planet. Each country are composed of Pavilion's. The queues for each pavilion depended on each country. For example we wanted to see United Arab Eremites and the queue was over four hours long! For Japan eight!! Other queues were one hour. We managed to see 20 countries (Pavilions) in 2 days. Another great aspect to the Expo, they had passports on sale for €5 in which one could collect the Visa stamp of every country you entered. Just like the feeling of getting your actual passport stamped. Now we will have memories from which country we visited. :)

Below I have left you guys some of what we saw on day 1, including what I wore :*

Coat: Jennyfer

Blouse: H&M

Skirt: Penneys/Primark

Shoes: Primark

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Ireland

Vietnam

China

South Korea

Brazil had also an area for design including these fabulous outfits. I fell in love with the brown and white long dresses! So gorgeous.

It was incredible to witness so many different countries and cultures in one place. If the Expo wasn't finishing in three days I would absolutely love to return to see more countries. 

Keep posted for Day two!

Love Ciara x 

Milan.

Hey guys! :*

I have been a busy woman lately. By busy I mean I spent a few days in Milan to celebrate mine and Davide's one year anniversary where we spent a day wandering the streets of glamorous Milan and then two whole days at the Expo. The first day we saw the typical sights of Milan like the famous Duomo and the glorious Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

Here are some snaps from our first day including some outfit details:

 Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Faux fur waistcoat: Bershka

Blouse: H&M

Pants: Zara

Shoes: Penneys/Primark

Bag: H&M

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Missing Milan a lot as there are so much more things I want to see like all the fashion exhibitions! I will definitely be returning as soon as possible!

Keep posted for more pictures of Milan and the Expo and of course I have more looks to show you too! :*

Chat soon everyone!

Love Ciara x

Product Review: KIEHL'S

Ciao a tutti!

Today I am going to review a product I was so fortunate to get. You may have seen on my Instagram (@ciaraswalsh) that a dear friend of mine bought me a little gift box with some Kiehl's products for my birthday. Well I have fallen in love. I even went into their shop here in Bologna a few days ago with a friend and the service was impeccable. They even gave me some more samples to try! 

Kiehl's was founded in 1851 in New York and since then it has spread into tonnes of countries all over the world, including Ireland and Italy. The thing I love most about their products is that they're made from the finest natural ingredients.

Here are the products I was gifted and the samples I was given to try:

 This Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream was the main present that was given to me in my box of goodies and since I started using it I can't leave it down. I have oily skin and as you all know I suffer with some acne problems. I can tell you I haven't received a spot since. One of the best moisturisers I have ever tried. If anybody is searching for a good moisturiser and oil free I highly recommend investing in this! 

 Silicone free Amino Acid Conditioner and Smoothing Argan Shampoo.

Both products moisturise, cleanse and smooths hair leaving a long-lasting shine.

 Another thing I love about these products is that only a small drop is needed and it will spread evenly over your face. With this Ultra Facial Oil-Free Toner, it doesn't run out onto the cotton pad like most toners. This bottle is designed to retain the product by releasing one drop at a time. Three small drops did my whole face! 

 This was one of the sample products given to me in the Kiehl's shop, the Ultra Facial Cream which is a moisturiser for those cold winter day. It locks in moisture a lot more than normal moisturisers. I tried it on and my face felt moisturised all day! Great product. I know I'll be glued to it at Christmas!

 Like I said for the facial toner, also this Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser will cover your whole face with only a pea sized drop. This product purifies and detoxifies the skin while reducing pore size. It is great for anyone with black heads.
   As you can see from the picture I have already ripped open the product and used it. I highly recommend it. After my night time skin care routine I put this Over Night Biological Peel on which spreads all over your face. Its transparent and has a slight oily feel to it even though it is oil free. You leave it on as you sleep and I can promise you when you wake up in the morning and rinse your face you will feel like a new person. My skin was so clear and even. I haven't seen my face so bright in a long time. My face was also noticeably smoother which was due to the exfoliating elements to the mask. Love love love this product! Will definitely invest in this! It can also be used for all skin types.

You can shop all products and more here.


This time is the first time in a long time that I rave about a skin care product. The effort that goes into these products is amazing. I can guarantee you if you come across a Kiehl's shop you will be treated great and you will be walking away with more than you intended.


Chat soon,

Love Ciara x

A/W Essentials!

Hello my Lovelies! :*

I have done some research (more like went shopping) and I found some amazing pieces in Bershka and H&M. So I have put together a small Autumn/Winter must have list for you guys!

Boots, Boots and more Boots!

 Metalic Boots from Bershka: €49.99

Black Perforated Ankle Boots from Bershka: €45.99

Black Chunky Heel Ankle Boots from H&M: €39.99

Black Knee High Boots from H&M: €49.99

Black Thigh High Boots from H&M: €49.99

Warm Waistcoats!

 Black & Brown Faux Fur Waistcoats from H&M: €39.99

 Leopard Print and Black Faux Fur Waistcoats from Bershka: €19.99

Wool Coat in Beige from Bershka: €69.99

Woman Boss Blouses!

 White Chiffon Blouse w/ Black String Tie from Bershka: €24.99

 White Long Sleeve Dobby Blouse from Bershka: €24.99

 White Chiffon Blouse w/ Black Bow Tie from H&M: €24.99

 White Striped Patterned Blouse from H&M: €19.99

White Blouse w/ Lace Trimmings from H&M: €29.99

I am in love with all these pieces that I've already bought 2 of the blouses and a must have faux fur waistcoat. I think another shopping strip is in order as my boot collection is quite small.

Chat soon,

Love Ciara x

New Hair.

Happy Saturday!

As you all know I'm a fan of ombré hair so I decided to go the extra mile and put even more blonde in my hair. 

I got my hair done in a fabulous hairdressers in Rome called ECS an ecological salon. The staff were exceptional especially the owner Patrizia; with her warm personality made me feel at home in seconds. I would highly recommend this salon as I am overjoyed with how my hair came out. They also have a range of beauty treatments on offer.

That night myself and Davide headed out for some dinner to celebrate 11 months together. <3

Outfit details below:

Complete outfit from Penneys/Primark

Enjoy your weekend everyone. :*

Love Ciara x