Monthly Archives: October 2013

Sarenza Sunday- creature of habit

06th October 2013

I think it’s crystal clear by now that when browsing A/W shoes I will always head straight for the ankle boots. I should probably try and break this habit but they are just so versatile, and when Sarenza stock what must be thousands of styles it’s pretty hard to avoid them!
This week I’ve got my beady eye on the Pagon boot by I Love Shoes (what a fitting name for a brand!) which cost £58.70
I love the contrast between  the patent and suede- I think these are the perfect work to party boot to be honest.
They also come in red and brown but I love the classic black. These may well be seen on my feet in the near future.
Sarenza– Forever destined to make me mentally bankrupt.

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insta-time again.

05th October 2013
I know they are the marmite of the blogging world but I love instagram posts and seeing what the people I follow have been enjoying outside of creating fabulous posts. My latest contribution consists of some of the last month and a bit of my life and is probably pretty damn dull.
Over it.
Adding to my cat clothes and accessories collection. There is no such thing as too much cat.

Took my Mum to get her nose pierced and came back with my rook done.

The best kind of post to get! Proud member of the #topcorntribe and lover of Monster Sweets

Bunches.

The nuts in this made my throat itch. It was worth it. 

I wish these were widely available in the UK, I paid a fortune from an American Imports site, worth every penny though.

How I feel about Mondays.

Jellybeans in a cat bottle. Genius.

Polka dots. What happens when I run out of black tights…and typically they are now beyond trashed. Just like every other pair.

This is Tilly, the boy’s parents kitten. I was so close to stealing her.

Toasted tea cakes and tea on a lazy afternoon.

Will never not be addicted.

Resurrected this. It lasted three days before it died of neglect.

My favourite.

7pm most nights looks like this!
As ever, link me up to your posts…
and have a fantastic weekend! Ben and I are off to Grand Designs live today, which essentially means I will spend hours trying to track down Kevin McCloud trying to tell him he’s a legend.
xxx

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Survival

04th October 2013

Dress: Mango at ASOS
Boots: New Look
(not sure where the tights came from!)
I love this dress, I love it so much I wish I wore it more. I’d run out of plain black tights- well, ones without most of the feet missing so I paired it with polka dots and my cut out ankle boots for something a bit different on Tuesday.
The last few weeks have been tough. As many of you know I’m in recovery from anorexia and I’m now mentally further ahead than I’ve been in the entire 11 years of living with the disorder. I’d go as far as to say I’m not living with it any more, it’s living within me, creeping in when I least want it to but on the whole I’m free.
That said, things are a struggle. Coming to terms with a body that has recently become half a stone heavier (despite being delighted and proud of myself) and knowing I still have a stone to go to reach “healthy” and where I want to be is tough.
One the one hand I want it so badly I get frustrated that I’m not yet there, but on the other, dammit I’m terrified. I’ve only been there a couple of times in the last decade and in a much worse place mentally at those times so it’s fair to say my associations are less than positive.
This time round- the LAST time round things couldn’t be more different. I have Ben in my life. A job I adore. Brilliantly supportive family and friends and I’m happy. Happier than I’ve ever been, living the life of a normal 26 year old and no longer letting a fear of food rule me. I love food. I love life.
I know I can do this. I need to shake these blues.
Onwards and upwards from here on out.
Thank you for reading my ramblings.
It feels good to have written them down.
Happy Friday
xxx

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Shoe Alert! Killer heels that won’t "kill" from M&S!

03rd October 2013

Party season is fast approaching and I can hear my feet groaning already at the thought of another evening dancing in high heels- and yes I both intend to wear heels AND dance whatever my stupid foot says.
Marks and Spencer have come to the rescue with their brilliant Autograph Premium range featuring a gorgeous line up of footwear with leather soles, linings and uppers as well as the fabulous Insolia® technology meaning you can dance the night away without feeling a thing!
Out of the collection, which is utterly divine I have fallen head over feet (haa) for these shoe boots, both in the Black and the Red colourway
priced at £109 per pair.
You can view the entire range here
which pair are your feet crying out for?
xxx

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Beauty Brilliance- Winter Skin Heros

03rd October 2013
Everyone has experienced the pain and dryness of winter skin. Chapped feeling eyes, lips and cheeks are no fun and I’ve always struggled to prevent them (I have the type of skin that’s incredibly dry to start with).
I was recently sent two products that claim to help solve the issue, I’m always a bit wary of trying new products on my face as I’m quite prone to reactions but in the name of blogging and on the mission for skin comfort I gave these little tubes a chance.
First up was Rescue Serum from Defensil, £9.95 for a 50ml tube. This claims to moisturise and sooth the skin thanks to two magic ingredients- Cardiospemum seed and cold pressed Echium Oil, which when combined are meant to stabilise and regenerate the skin barrier as well as soothe any itching.
It all sounds very complicated and yet utterly wholesome at the same time- I can’t profess to fully understand all the science behind such things. What really matters to me is whether the product works (although it being more natural than chemical is always a bonus!)
I’ve been using the serum since the weekend and my skin is looking and feeling great! Obviously the real test will be when the coldest of cold weather hits but usually by the time October rolls around I am feeling some tightness and itching and so far I’ve had none. It applies like a dream, sinking in almost instantly and I can apply makeup straight away which is a must have quality for any product when I’m rushing around in the mornings.
I think I’m a fan and I look forward to seeing how it holds up in the months to come.
Next in the package was Dry Skin Eye Gel, £6.95 for a 15ml tube. This little product carries the mighty claim of being able to soothe the red, itchy and dry skin bought on by cold air, central heating and heavy makeup from the party season.
I’m not one for heavy makeup on a normal day but I do work around central heating and/or air conditioning and suffer with extra dry skin around my eyes, especially the eyelids. This is really gentle and has taken away some of the puffiness I get on my lids, too. I’m going to keep supplies of this in for December when the glitter eyeliner comes out…and for now continue to use it on a daily basis.
Have you tried either of these products before?
Both are available from SkinShop.co.uk
What are your winter skin saviours?
xxx

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