In the past my holiday reads have been geared towards cheesy chick lit, but I’m finally bored of that and look for something that can hold my interest these days. I do like my holiday reads to evoke holiday feelings though, so The Beach by Alex Garland was an obvious choice! Set in Thailand it follows backpacker … Continue reading Holiday Reads: The Beach
I missed the previews in Manchester and I missed the run in London, so I when I heard Ghost the Musical was doing a UK tour this year I didn’t hang back on getting my tickets. And Tuesday night was finally the night I got to see it! If you haven’t seen the film (er.. … Continue reading Ghost the Musical: Review of the UK tour
I mentioned the black and white party I went to in yesterday's post. What I didn't mention is that it was a friend's 30th birthday party and it was also a masquerade. So the occasion called for a mask, and I got a pretty Venetian filigree-style mask from ebay for £6 (made of plastic but still … Continue reading Black and White Masquerade Outfit Post
Last night I went to a birthday party with a “black and white” colour theme – a great opportunity to finally try out my monochrome Nail Art pens! I got this pair of 2 pens from Primark for just £2, which I thought was great value. For my first attempt at nail art I wasn’t … Continue reading Monochrome Nail Art Pens
I’m not one of those people who needs extra weight allowance on my holiday luggage. Actually I rarely get even close to the weight limit! I think this is because I love to be really efficient with my packing, and I’ve always hated it when I bring back loads of unworn clothes and unused cosmetics. … Continue reading My Guide to Packing
If you’ve noticed my blog has been quiet for a week, it’s because I’ve been enjoying a relaxing holiday on the Greek island of Skiathos. This is just a quick post to say I’m back! And also to share some photos and a few of the reasons I can recommend a trip to this picturesque destination... 66 … Continue reading Holidaying in Skiathos
My adventure into BB cream began with the B. Beauty Balm by Superdrug, where even the lightest shade was too dark for my fair skin, although I did like the consistency and the result. I can also confirm that it has lasted me around 15 weeks whilst using it every day, which I think is … Continue reading MUA BB Cream for Fair Skin
I love the lace insert denim cut-offs that are everywhere in the shops at the moment. The lace details are so pretty and cute! And I decided it would be so easy (and much cheaper) to make my own pair from a pair of jeans I don't really wear. Actually I think this style looks best with … Continue reading DIY Lace Insert Denim Shorts
I recently went out and about in Manchester with Charis from Grafea, where I was photographed wearing their cute Sienna cross body bag. Here are some of the pics from our escapades in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. We went to some of my favourite spots – for cake at Sugar Junction, vintage clothes shopping at Vintage, and … Continue reading Outfit Post: With the Grafea Sienna Crossbody Bag
I’ve recently switched to a new day cream / face moisturiser, so wanted to share my thoughts on Superdrug’s own brand Naturally Radiant Brightening day cream for normal/combi skin. I decided to give this one a go because I thought it was reasonably priced – at £5.99 for 75ml it is a few pounds cheaper … Continue reading Superdrug Naturally Radiant Brightening Day Cream
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