A Hot Mess

So, being a busy Mum who is often time poor and/or dealing with a noisy almost 10 month old has really made me streamline my 'get ready' routine. Here are some of my quick tips for looking hot and less 'mess'.

1. Dry Shampoo

It really does work wonders. When its day 3 after your last shampoo and condition and you don't have time to wash that hair, a good ol' spray of dry shampoo works wonders. If you don't have dry shampoo, a sprinkling of baby powder works fine too (just make sure you rub it in so you're not left with a white residue)

2. Messy bun

If not even dry shampoo can save your do, a messy bun will. This is how I like to do mine:
: Tie hair back and secure with a hair elastic (either high or low, depending on where you would like your bun to sit)
: Twist the pony tail and then twirl around your hair band and secure with either another hair band that matches your hair colour, or bobby pins
: Now, to give your hair a messy 'lived in' feel, rub your palms all over the top of your head to make a sort of fuzzy halo over your head. See picture to get the 'moves'!

3. Mineral makeup

This stuff is brilliant. I love it. It is so easy and quick to apply and gives you great coverage, plus it has a natural SPF in it which is a massive bonus. Just twirl your brush in the makeup, tap off excess, and buff onto your face. Easy!

4. Eyelash Curler and Mascara

Mascara is a MUST. It makes your eyes pop and look brighter, and you will feel more 'done' and your significant other will notice. Promise. I also love a quick squeeze of the eyelash curler as I have very short, straight lashes. The extra 30 seconds it takes to curl your lashes really does make a difference.

5. Dangly earrings

Look, I know they're not baby friendly, but seriously, they make you feel way more dressed up, even if you're hair is dirty and you're wearing a stained shirt, the earrings will make you look glam.

6. Pretty shoes

Whilst its not practical for a Mum to get around in 9 inch heels, you can still wear shoes that are comfortable AND pretty and that are not joggers or thongs. This will also make you feel 100% more dressed up than you actually are. I'm partial to a metallic flat sandal, or a nude wedge personally.

And there you have it! My quick tips for looking like a hot Mumma less the mess!

C xo