How Smart is YOUR TV?

05th September 2013

(Image Source: Sony website)

Have you heard of a smart TV before? Chances are that unless you closely follow technology you’ll be like me and new to the whole concept. With everything from built in full internet connection through to Ultra HD viewing it’s kind of scary how much things have changed even in my fairly short lifetime.

My first memory of TV is being sat right up close to a big, clunky box, and on the terrible day that it went up in smoke it was replaced with the somewhat defunct dial controlled black and white thing that lived in my parent’s room. I remember not that many people owned their TV either- they were rented from shops and upgraded every couple of years (that was always an exciting time!)

Now I don’t really know of anyone who DOESN’T have their own TV…or six. In our house alone there are four of the things, each in varying degrees of newness and yet suddenly they seem decrepid compared to the smart TV.

Smart TV’s really are the future of home entertainment viewing. I really like the sound of the TV Sideview feature that comes with this new technology- you can learn more about what you are watching with cast and episode details of your favourite programmes, and this is from someone who doesn’t watch that much TV at all really. I’d love to try this on the Great British Bakeoff though!

There is also the Sony Entertainment Network where you can browse the web or discover films, songs and all your favourite shows and use apps…The best part is that with the new technology, you can link a specially enabled smartphone to the big screen so all of the content on your phone can basically be brought to life!

It all sounds pretty snazzy. It all comes at a price of course but if you’re seriously in to your TV it sounds like it may well be a worthy investment. I’ll admit I’m intrigued, there is no way I could justify it at the moment but one day, maybe…although goodness knows what technology will have come up with by then!

I found this cool infographic of the biggest TV broadcast moments… how far we have come since the TV’s that captured the moon landing of 1969….

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The Standard Instagram Post

05th September 2013

Yep, it’s that time again!

My little lady.

Can’t get enough of Bob Marley right now- clinging on to summer.

More love for my Laird London hat.

Ellie’s Spanish friend’s balcony view. I want to be here right now.

New tourniquet for work. It amuses me at least.

I wish I had bought these back from Spain in bulk. SO good.

Evening chilling with Earl Grey and a BN biscuit.

Gorgeous packaging from Nica.

The boy’s cat, Tobias pretending he’s still a kitten (when he slept in a box every night without his arse hanging out the end).

Standard.

Mae’s current bed of choice.

New shoes from Yull.

Additions to my Black themed AW.

Until next time,

link me to your insta posts if you wish

xxx

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Nica: perfect prints for work and play

04th September 2013

Nica, a high street bag brand that can do no wrong in my eyes. I’ve loved their designs ever since I first clamped eyes on them some years ago and I’ve owned a fair few styles over that time too.

I was really excited when they tweeted about a new printed collection and even more excited when they offered to send me one of the bags to style up to show how versatile prints can be. My new bag- the Nica Play Tulip Crossbody (£39) is far smaller than the bags I typically carry but it was a much needed reason to clear the rubbish out of my bag and actually, it’s the perfect size for my needs.

For work yesterday I wore the bag with a New Look top, H&M skirt and Clarks wedges (well, actually I changed to flats before leaving as my foot already had started to hurt). I was a bit worried that the print meant I’d stick to plain outfits but the neutral colours meant it pretty much goes with everything and pattern clashing is cool anyway! It’s not the point of this post but I was amazed at how much easier it was to have a smaller bag on me for work too, less scrabbling around for what I need at my desk and much easier to store!

For the afternoon I chucked on an old Oasis top that I found lurking, my new Primark £9 skinnies and some Bertie loafers. Again it was really easy to pair the print with an outfit, although what I wore was fairly plain I could and will happily pair this bag with any number of combinations.

They may not be the most exciting of outfits (goodbye inspiration) but it does go to show how something not obviously versatile actually can be.

Welcome to your new home little bag,

I promise to try not to overwork you!

Are you a Nica fan? How would you wear a printed bag?

xxx

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Be a Glamzon with Guess

03rd September 2013

It’s no secret by now that I’m a massive fan of Guess jewellery,

I’ve featured several of their collections now and their latest offering- the Glamazon collection for AW13 could just be my favourite yet.

(all pieces are also available in gold)

“By incorporating the textures, shapes, and patterns of exotic animals including pythons, alligators, zebras, cougars and elephants, this collection accentuates the GUESS Girl’s adventurous confidence. New coil bracelet silhouettes are easy to wear and stack to build a dramatic look. Whether glossy enameled zebra, shining metal cougar, or flashy serpent scale chain, these styles are all paired to

achieve a truly seductive look with strong sex appeal that only the GUESS brand can offer. There

is also a mesmerizing crystal chain coil bracelet that adds sparkle to the unique combinations of

animal-themed bracelets. And for a more subtle look, bracelets that combine alligator imprinted

antique metals with colorful soft fabrics in striking hues create a surprisingly glamorous effect.”

For more information and where to buy the collection visit www.guessjewellery.com

Prices aren’t eye watering for a designer piece of luxury and they are sure to make you stand out; I think they’ll be perfect with pretty much all of AW13’s key clothing trends,

what do you think?

xxx

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Denim Dreams

03rd September 2013

I lived in jeans and denim as a teenager, I rarely wore anything but baggy, shapeless numbers or outrageous flares.

During the first couple of years of my twenties I rebelled and refused to wear jeans in any shape or style, or if I did it was because I had nothing else clean. I don’t know why I went off it in such an extreme way but all of a sudden denim didn’t appeal.

Now I’m older, more confident in my style and how I look and I find myself browsing jeans on a regular basis, dreaming of finding the perfect skinny fit or just baggy enough boyfriend style.

I’m on a tight budget, my most recent purchase was a pair of super skinnies from Primark costing a mere £9. They fit nice now but I don’t have high hopes for how long that’ll last. I think the most expensive pair of jeans I own come from Oasis and even then they were under the £50 mark.

With my mission to become healthier well under way I’ve decided that when my body reaches where it needs to be I’m going to splurge on some decent jeans, make the investment and wear them with pride. The right pair of jeans can take you seamlessly from day to night and will never lose their shape or go out of style.

This weekend I spent a while persuing the Trilogy stores website and came up with this little wishlist, which whilst not all denim or jeans does include some investment buys from denim geniuses Current Elliot and fashion favourite Rag and Bone jeans.