Manchester city centre is full of hidden places to explore, which is why I just love working there. I’m always going for little wanders on my lunch breaks and discovering new shops and places to eat. So I thought I’d post on a few of the places I visited/passed in the Northern Quarter one lunchtime … Continue reading Lunchtime in the City
Last night I went to the cinema to see Manchester International Festival’s production of Macbeth starring Kenneth Branagh. I missed out on getting tickets to the main event but after hearing all the glowing reviews I decided to get tickets to see this on the big screen, hoping it would feel like I hadn’t missed out! … Continue reading Outfit Post: Keeping Cool for #MIFMacbeth
While lying on the beach in Skiathos I was also on bikini watch – seeing what styles people were wearing and what stood out. And the results are pretty conclusive - my favourite bikini looks are actually mismatching tops and bottoms. I saw loads of people wearing tops and bottoms that were not a matching … Continue reading Swimwear Inspiration: Mismatched Bikinis
Oh washi tape – where have you been all my life? That’s right - I’ve only just embraced the power of washi tape to transform an object into something pretty in an instant. So far my makeover and upcycling experiments have mainly transformed jam jars into attractive storage jars, candle holders and vases, added a bit … Continue reading Washi Tape Upcycling Inspiration
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
