…and relax

29th October 2012

Life has been more than a little chaotic lately, probably more so than it has ever been. I’m relishing this of course as it’s the ultimate testament to how far I have come in the last six months but it has left me exhausted and in need of some serious pampering. The idea of a day of pampering and relaxation is more than a tad bit appealing and I’m putting serious consideration in to putting in a request for Spa hotel vouchers from Santa! I actually live not very far from some wonderful Spas, including the very well known one at Bath but before now the idea hasn’t really appealed, or rather not seemed relevant to me, I’ve never craved total relaxation before and never felt like having some in my personal space providing a massage or facial but right now it’s all I can think about and it seems like a fitting reward for my hard work in changing my body for the better (it may help me come to terms with it more, too)

With my Mum’s 50th Birthday looming I’m loving the idea of a Mother/Daughter packaging…you can’t beat a gift with benefits!

Have you ever had a Spa day before? Where have you gone and how did you find it? What do you do when you are in need of some rest and relaxation and have you ever made any treatments at home?

TEACH ME HOW TO RELAX dammit, I am pretty hopeless!

xxx

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Sarenza Shoe of the Week

29th October 2012

I call this “the sensible shoe” edit. I wasn’t even going to do a Sarenza shoe of the week this week, or any week until my foot has healed; even the thought of my beloved collection makes my toes scream…but these, any of these beauties I think I could soon cope with. I’m loving both of the pairs of brogues for the fact they will support my poor foot whilst it finishes it’s fixing, the sparkly ones are especially fab but the burgundy are perhaps more wearable for every day and will go with all manner of colours (making them worth the price tag).As an introduction back to heels I am coveting the star studded low shoes by KG, utterly beautiful and they must at some point be owned by me.
Should I ever make it out for an evening then these Sam Edelman flats would fit the bill.

It sounds stupid, but I am getting really down and out about not being able to wear what I want both on my feet, and as a consequence for my outfits. I never thought myself shallow but it’s recently become apparent just how much I rely on how I dress myself to get me through the down days.

What are your shoe solutions for me? Other than a massive Sarenza haul that is!

xxx

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Wore it Pink

28th October 2012

Well, hello dodgy lighting; thankfully the change in the clocks meant both an extra hour in bed AND lighter mornings which should make things a little clearer.

Friday was wear it pink 2012 as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month and Mum I embraced the moment by pulling on our pinkness for work in turn for a donation made online (our workplace in general wasn’t taking part, which was a shame!)

I pulled out this bargain H&M skirt (£3!) and toned it down a little with a black Primark jumper and my Yull Chelsea boots which my foot has since decided actually really aren’t ok and I had to resort to Toms. Apparently it could be 6-8 weeks before I am more comfortable, thankfully only three of those will be on these bloody sticks…and it could be longer still before I am pain free in “proper” shoes. Bad news for this shoe addict, I have a beautiful pair of boots from Sarenza that I haven’t even been able to try on…I know what I’ll be living in the second I can! I guess this month my ambassador voucher will be going on supportive flats; lace up brogues perhaps? I’m trying to stay positive, and I’m getting on with day to day life but the pain is starting to really get to me and affect how well I’m coping with my anorexia recovery mission too. These things are sent to try us though and I WILL come out of with with a smile on my face and meat on my bones.

I hope you enjoyed the extra hour in bed.

Did you wear it pink on Friday?

xxx

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Dressing up Dolly

27th October 2012

One of my vague and random childhood memories involves Usborne book parties hosted by my Mum and her friends, I remember coveting all of the beautiful books and marvelling at how interesting and attractive they were. Fast forward twenty years and I am pleased to say things haven’t changed; Usborne still produce visually stunninng and facutal books as proven by “Historical Sticker Dolly Dressing: 1920s Fashion“.

Although probably aimed at a younger age group this book also holds great appeal for fashion fans too. With over 200 stickers to choose from…everything from divine flapper dresses and to sumptuous winter coats and a whole host of scenarios you can create your own outfits whilst learning a bit about the era too, the twenties have always fascinated me so this book is right up my street.

The book retails at a bargain £5.99 (here) and would be a brilliant gift for young and old alike. There is also a pintrest page to accompany the launch so get following.

The only downside of this book is that it’s so pretty and I don’t want to ruin that by messing around with the stickers; I want to leave it intact forever.

Which fashion era fascinates you most?
Massive thank you to Usborne for sending me a copy of this.
xxx

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