Welcome to The Beauty Chest, an Irish beauty blog ran by Clare.Expect plenty of chats about make up, beauty, skincare haircare fashion and plenty of giveaways too.Come in enjoy and stay tuned for loads of updates

Saturday, 27 February 2016

My Faves From Award Season So Far

Ah award season is one of my fave times of year.
But in my opinion The Oscars is the creme de le creme of them all and if I'm honest
I don't really care who has won what or who is with who all I care about is who wore what.
To get you all in the mood for The Ocsar's tomorrow night
I have compiled a list of my faves so far from The Golden Globes and The SAG.


The Golden Globes 2016


Amber Heard In Gucci


Georgina Chapman in Marchesa



Hope you like my choices and you agree but as always let me know your favourite
from this seasons awards ceremonies in the comments Twitter or on Facebook.
And I hope you can join me in a tweet along live tomorrow night on the best dressed at The Oscars


Until Next Time,
Clare





















Tuesday, 2 February 2016

Update On My World

Hey gang,

Sorry for my long absence and lack of updates it's being a mad few months.
I firstly got diagnosed with Non Celiac Gluten Sensitivity last month so I'm now on a strict gluten free diet and my body is still healing but I'm delighted to say I'm beginning to feel so much better.
After years of feeling like utter shit it's a much welcome relive
I'm still finding the dos and don'ts of it but I'll get there soon hopefully.

I always like to feel busy so I have being still working away on my secret project and it's nearly ready and all will be revealed really soon.

In my spare time I've started on my family tree which I'm absolutely loving and i'm finding so much out about my family I'm looking forward to see what more I uncover.

I've not posted anything on award season so far but you better believe I've being noising at everyone of them and giving my opinions on the gowns on the red carpet

I'll have a special post on my best dressed so far this award season up tomorrow.

Anyway back to my secret project I'm looking for some little helpers with it
if your interested in getting involved and helping a sister out
email me your email address and I'll be in touch with deets.


If you want to get in touch about anything as ever please do so in the comments on Twitter or Facebook.

Until next time,
Clare

Saturday, 19 December 2015

My Top 5 New Year Fashion Resolutions

Hey everyone,
Today I have a very special fashion inspired post for you all
I was approached by Farfetch to come up with 5 fashion resolutions for the New Year
and as its right around the corner there was no time like the present to share with you all.
These top 5 fashion resolutions I will be definitely sticking too unlike my other resolutions I make every year but break by Jan 2nd lol.


First up in my 5 resolutions list is,


                             #1 More Color Less dreary more cheery.

Like so many people out there I'm a massive fan of dark clothes but next year I'll be introducing some
much needed color into my life and I'll be letting the dark's take a back seat.
I can see nothing better then introducing more lovely color into my life than with this gorgeous
sweater dress from Moschino. I'm a little in love with this



                                       #2 Less kittens more skyscrapers.

Like every woman on the planet I adore shoes especially heels.
 But I could never really
walk in them but this year I moved into kitten heels and than a little bit higher and I was converted flats were more my style but not anymore except on the way home lol.
But next year I will be definitely transition into more heels and preferably higher heels.
These drool inducing ones from Jimmy Choo will definitely be mine at some stage and will be one of my staples
you definitely can't go wrong with a gorgeous black or nude to see you through everything
these are mine.




#3 Bags bags and more bags

I have a rather dangerous obsession with bags to my bank account mainly lol
I have really to many that I can't bare to part with and all my bags I buy from the high street.
But one promise and resolution I'll be keeping to myself this year after lusting over one for many
years I will finally be going designer and the one baby I have being wanting is this one from
Saint Laurent I'm also lusting over both of these colors it's going to be a hard choice lol
A birthday present for myself I think in May lol





                                                         #4 Cosy Coats

I love coats I kinda have a bit of an unhealthy obsession with them too and every year
I'll buy myself a new one.
But I do have a few that I've had for years that are my staples that I always go to
but I need to add another one to my collection for next year I think it would be rude not too.
This one from Brock Collection will not age either so it will fit nicely into my collection.


                                                   #5 Dressy Dresser

I love dresses and I would describe myself and I know anyone who knows me
as a girly girl and on a night out you will nearly always find me in a dress or a skirt.
But in my day to day life I'm a jeans or tailored trousers kinda girl but another resolution I'll definitely be keeping his wear more dresses in my everyday attire.
I can definitely see myself wearing something like this from Rag & Bone a lot next year I love it.




I hope you liked reading all about my 5 fashion resolutions and if any of these items tickled your fancy too they are all available from Farfetch plus loads more absolutely gorgeous items
grab yourself a cuppa and have a little perv lol.
Let me know what you think of my resolutions and I would love to hear all about yours
too you can get in touch as ever in the comments, Twitter or Facebook.


Until next time
Clare xo














Sunday, 6 December 2015

Christmas Gift Guide For Him

Hey all,
As promised here is another Christmas gift guide and this time around it’s focusing on all the guys in your life your Boyfriend, Husband, Brother or Father.
I hope you can find some helpful tips from my guide I have included gifts for all your budgets
2 more gift guides to come so stay tuned.




Gamer Guys
A very obvious choice but if they
are a totally game nut they would absolutely
love one of these and you for getting them a gift like this.
You can get a bundle package with the PS4
of either the Star Wars game with a black 500gb console
 or a James Bond game with a white 500gb console.
Another brilliant choice also another good one if they are
a major fan of either movie.
PS4 is from €369.00 from Harvey Norman's nationwide and online




 But if you think they would prefer an Xbox One
you can get a bundle of FIFA 16 and Forza 6 with a 3 month subscription
to Xbox Live
for €399.99 from Harvey Norman nationwide and online



BIG KID
This is perfect for any man in your life that's a
big bloody kid.
Get him his very own Drone and he can be his
very own movie director with 4gb of flash memory and 720p HD camera
he can make all his own movies all day.
Parrot Drone Elite Edition is €299.00 from Arnotts and online

Polished Prince
If any of the men in your life
 love to take care of himself.
Get them in on the act with the Clarisonic Smart Profile
€249.00 from Brown Thomas and online


Make Him Smell Delish
Treat your partner to this lovely set Black Orchid Coffret
a luxurious and sensual fragrance
from Tom Ford.
A brill gift if they love there smellies and most importantly
you do lol 
€100 from Brown Thomas and online

Golf Gent
If a man in your life is obsessed with Golf
and goes to loads of golf events this
Paul Smith tie pin is super cute
and a perfect little finishing touch to their outfit
€85.00 for Brown Thomas and online
Another good one if your man
is a golf novice but would love to get into it 
get him a lesson and turn him into
the next Rory Mcilroy.
Book him lessons with Goldenmoments.ie
for €180.00
Speed Demon
If your man or loved one loves his cars and the Grand Prix is
the highlight of his sporting year.
Book him his very own spin in a Ferrari 360 F1
or a Lamborghini
from Goldenmoments from €389
You will be seriously loved and renowned for your
brill gifts

Beardy Bloke
Get them this must have accessory
from Philips
for keeping their beards in tip top condition
Available from Littlewood.ie for €44.99
Or get them the Cedarwood and Ylang Ylang Beard 
Grooming Set
for keeping their beards smelling fresh and looking good
perfect for the man with the big hipster beard lol
available from Notonthehighstreet.com for €20.89 
(NOT SUITABLE FOR NUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS!!!!)



Whiskey Connoisseurs

Treat them to this very special 12 year old Jameson
one definitely to bring a smile to their face
a perfect aperitif after dinner 
Available from O Briens wine off licence and online
for €65.00

DIY Enthusiasts With A Twist 
If he is in to DIY and likes his beer
get him this 2 in 1 gift and let him brew his own
also good for keeping him out of your hair on Christmas day lol
Available from gifts.ie  for €39.95

If they love spicy food and they have a pretty iron proof 
stomach get them there very own
 Make Your Own Chili Kit
or if they are coffee obsessed you can get them there
Make Your Own Coffee Set.
The chili kit is €37.34
and the coffee kit is €20.38

Movie Lovers
This will make a brilliant gift for
him if he loves watching movies or listening to music in 
bed it's even better if he does when you are trying to sleep.
Get him his very own speaker pillow and you'll never be 
woken again in the middle of the night by his Walking Dead marathon
available from iwantoneofthose.com for €12.99


I hope this list gave you a few tips if your still stuck and especially as we are so close now I hope it stopped you stressing lol.

Until next time,
Clare xo














Saturday, 5 December 2015

My Best Dressed Men 2015

Hey all,

A little different post coming for you today.
I'm always focusing on the ladies in my best dressed lists but this time I bring you
a list of my Top 10 best dressed men for 2015.
I have being seriously neglecting them haven't I lol major kudos for the lads
who got it all right and on point this year.
My best dressed ladies of 2015 is on the way too

Tell me what you think do you think they got it right or very wrong let me know in
the comments Twitter or Facebook.

Until next time,
Clare xo

Brian McFadden

Jamie Dornan


David Gandy

Douglas Booth

Brooklyn Beckham

David Beckham

Bradley Cooper





Johannes Huebl

Eddie Redmain



Darren Kennedy