Leaving Cert..

For all you major procrastinators, ohhh do I have something for you. Like I said I really didn't know how I'd go about this video, but after the inundated requests for it I said I'd give it one last try. If your finding it stressful with all the leaving cert pressure building up, give this video a watch. I also included some study tips for the subject I did well in, but the same rule applies to all subjects:)
Goodluck and I hope this helps, or at least gives you a momentary escapism from your mountain of books!
T. x

Paris en noir et blanc et des couleurs.

Ive got a Tumblr! Check it out and feel free to reblog my photos and anonymously ask me questions:)
http://tarmartumbl.tumblr.com/
Also my friend Lauren just started a photography blog, and Im loving the photo from her latest assignment! Check it out!:) http://laurenwhitephotos.blogspot.com/

I had an absolutely amazing time in Paris, and even though we were only there for 3 nights(I wouldnt bother going for 2 with flights etc..) we did and saw so much! Ironically our fav spot to eat was Corcorans Irish pub in the Latin quarter, which is a great place to eat if your just plain baffled like we were when it comes to french dining or if your just a little uncultured when it comes to food like me! Prices were fairly reasonable, nothing like I had expected! The first picture was my to do list, which I almost completed apart from the catacombs(its closed on a Monday)! If your travelling to Paris, make sure you read up on some guides online! The top tips I recieved included the fact that most shops are closed on a sunday, the Louvre is closed on a tuesday, and of course the one I didnt know about- the Catacombs are closed on Mondays! Most shops around the Marais(great for the ould shopping, new and vintage) are open til around 7.30 so theres plenty of time after a long day of sightseeing to do a little retail therapy aswell. Also you can save a €10 at the Louvre for a ticket if you bring your passport or drivers license, and you are under 26! I didnt read about this, but I didnt trust leaving our passports at the hotel and it was by a complete fluke that the ticket lady asked!
Hotel front: I couldnt recommend Hotel Henri IV Place Dauphin, more! Extremely competitive rates for such a central location (the Pont neuf,  2 mins walk from the Notre Dame & Latin Quarter). The reason I'm sharing the info online is because it truly is a little gem! As they only take reservations by phone (they speak english) you wont find them on websites such as booking.com etc, and I happened to read a blog post listing top 10 bargain hotels, and this was the ONLY nice one that ticked all the boxes. Our room was spotless and newly renovated, and the dearest room(the only room I'd recommend) was only €82 a night! You may say 82 euro is average, but in Paris that would usually only get you a mouldy old room on a bustling city street. Place Dauphine however was just completely magical! its one of the only pedestrianised squares left in Paris, so a sound night sleep is guaranteed! Bare in mind make sure you confirm that your room(we were in room 16) is renovated as I've heard bad reviews from Tripadvisor about the few unrenovated ones that are left! The Bathroom was brand new, with gorgeous modern brown tiling, non of that ugly cheap feeling white stuff, clean sheets, controllable heating and THREE extra blankets, even though there was no need! Even though it had 2 pretty chairs and a desk, it didnt have a t.v. but there honestly isnt a need! It's a beautiful and quaint 200 year old hotel, and retains the parisian charm you want when you travel to paris. I would describe it as a mix between a B&B and a simple hotel. We never got up for breakfast but inc. in our price you could get a fresh baguette with butter and jam, plus a coffee, teas or hot chocolate in the mornings! The young man that worked there maybe every second day was unbelievably friendly, helpful and enthusiastic, even marking out a map he gave us for free! It made our trip staying in that area, and we only had to get the metro once! You could walk everywhere else:) feel free to leave any more questions you may have below! WOW LONG MUCH! you loves it babes... ;)
Here is my photo diary of Paris, whats your favourite? <3

Essntls.

Salut mes amies! Before I went to Paris I thought that it would be a fine opportunity to film a 'Whats in my bag'- tag! I find handbag ones a little boring so I thought I'd do the makeup bag one, so you can all see the products I cant live without! Surprisingly most of the ones I do love are available from Boots so HAPPY DAYS for you guys :) Also you've probably noticed that I've changed my blogger background recently, although I loved my Paris themed one, pink isn't a colour I love. I'm feeling unbelievably summer'y all of a sudden, hence the lovely palm trees,  but also I think summer themed things put people in a good mood, and I want you to be in a good mood when you come on here whether your procrastinating your mountain of work, or just trying to waste a few minutes. Also I got a new header! You guys all know how personal I make this blog, and I dont think my page was reflecting that so there you go, me, me, me! Pah!:L ...I will probably pay to get my own website started at somestage, or get a personalised background or something, but for now, I love this one! I couldn't bare to conform to the stereotypical black and white background you'd expect from most blogs, even though it looks professional, I just can't deal with the absence of colour! Also I'm still waiting on some pictures from Paris to be developed(fingers cross they come out!) but I'll have a full photo diary post of my trip when I recieve them early next week! Youtube is being silly and not giving my newest video post a thumbnail picture so bare with this ugly grey camera yolk. Oh ma gahd, to much talk, watch my new video.

Collective Heeaaauuulloiuoioiul

Hate the word haul! Anyway, no need for mindless rambling, heres my latest video featuring things I've been lucky enough to get my hands on over the past month or so :) Let me know your favourite thing and, enjoy ;) .
T. x

Shirt: Penneys/Primark
Sweatshirt: Fruit of the loom bought from amazon (link below) size Small
Jeans: H&M
Bag: Berska
Ring: Kurt Geiger
Necklace: Forever 21
Hightop Shoes: Adidas Originals

Sweatshirt link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004WKEBYK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=AWFKMJ4BT4KH7

For those who HYPE!

Nail Porn- NSFW!

I present to you work by the lovely Aoife at The Alpha Nail, 9 crow street, Dublin! I actually brought in a photo of what I wanted and I absolutely loved the result, of course with added differences as to not copy the look exactly(i.e. her staple crosses.)
I absolutely loved my nails, and decided to include this tiny clip of me showing them in a video! This girl has some serious talent and I'll definitely be going back. If you want an instant bad ass fix, head to 9 crow street! My fake nails were fitted and painted beautifully and I love me a good chat too, all of which Aoife provided! Nail art on 'press on' nails cost about €35 euro and I cant recommend it enough :D
I got them in as many pics as I could so here you go! The 1st picture is courtesy on The Alpha Nail's FaceBook Page. Shes on a college break at the minute but be sure to follow her twitter & FB for updates on when she'll be starting up again! Thanks again Aoife! <3

40's Wave Tutorial.

As promised, the infamous authentic 40's pin curl wave tutorial, for long and short hair! This is a great hairstyle which has recently been revived by the like of Lana Del Rey, and was seen ALOT so far in various Fashion weeks this year! Its virtually un-damaging to hair and is so much fun to do! Surprise yourself & give it a try:) No cheating! ;)

Paris, Je t'aime!

Bonjour for realzies this time mes amies. Il tell you more about my time in paris in the next post (a picture post) but for now heres two very rushed Outfit of the days, with some wonderful french backdrops!

My outfits wont be to everyones taste but it definitely defines my perfect everyday style a little more then I have been showing you on here!(when Im not wishing the time away in my trackies at college that is!)  Also a few pictures that I was able to scrooge outta my lovely Boyfriend! Enjoy, T.x

Please hit the HD button at 720p!(yay HD!) its the little wheel button on the bottom right when you expand the video :)