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At Home: Lounge Makeover
I’m very excited today (as is our lounge) to have teamed up with Bairstow Eves, the award-winning UK estate agent, on their Styled to Sell campaign. Oh, and it’s Friday when this post goes live so there’s that too! In short, Bairstow Eves have collaborated with six bloggers and interior stylists from across the country to help create the ultimate guide in styling your home when it’s on the market. My challenge was to choose tips and ideas from one…
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Good Vibes Only: Weekend Trips & Simply Be Dresses
It’s been a while since I’ve written a catch up blog post so I’ve thought I’d stop by to share my shenanigans of late, as well as some outfit photos from a recent trip to Durham. Let’s dig in…
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Home and Style Finds: Black Edit
This Home and Style Finds edit is dedicated to black. Most of the time I’ll add a little colour to my outfits using accessories but black clothing and its minimal style feels more like me. Black interiors can be chic and dramatic too; we have two rooms in the house with matt black feature walls that look elegant and really bring the space together.
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Whistle-Stop: Durham
The North East holds a special place in my heart. My parents took us on holidays here in my childhood, right up until my angsty teenage years. I spent a lot of holidays on the North East coast and in cities like Newcastle and Durham.
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5 Positive Things #221
1| Read this Guardian article on how baking can improve mental health 2| Watch Bruce Parry’s new documentary film Tawai
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Walk + Eat: Ginger Biscuits
Recipes to accompany outdoor adventures
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Finding Balance with Social Media
As I mentioned in my Benefits of Social Media blog post the other week I wanted to share with you some tips for creating a healthier and happier balance with your social media channels, and making them work for you whether you use them personally, as a blogger or at work. It turns out there is a lot to discuss so I’ve split this blog post into two; today’s post focusing on creating a healthier social media relationship personally, including relevant tips for…
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Autumn/Winter Beauty Favourites & Giveaway
I’ve spent the last week living like a complete hermit whilst I had a cold. Every single year I remind myself, ‘It’s only a cold, get a grip’ and then it completely knocks me for six. Stupid, stupid viral infectious disease. Can you tell I’m bitter? When I did have to face the world the very bare minimum of makeup was worn; beauty was not on my mind, nor a priority. So it was a treat, now I’m on the…
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5 Positive Things #220
1. Read Moral Fibres blog post on 5 Ways to Help the Environment on Your Lunch Break. 2. It’s World Mental Health Day on Tuesday. Check in on others and spend time in the coming days to check in with yourself too. 3. Pass on an inspirational quote to someone who needs it. My favourite at the moment (more on my Instagram) is… 4. People watch with a cup of coffee as your companion. 5. Treat yourself to an autumnal…
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10 Benefits of Social Media
Outfit details at the bottom of the post After finally achieving a better online/offline balance on social media over the past few months (we’re good chums again) I felt inclined, whilst reading numerous digital detox articles, to talk about its perks. I’m not denying social media has its problems; causing anxiety, attracting pesky trolls and acting as a tool for distraction. But dependent on how you choose to use the platform, I feel its benefits completely outweigh the negative aspects…
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Home and Style Finds: UncommonGoods
Hello all! I’m pleased to be collaborating today with UncommonGoods on this week’s Home and Style Finds post. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, UncommonGoods is a privately-owned retailer with a focus on its social impact at work and in the world, featuring sustainable and handmade jewellery, homewares and unique gifts made by independent makers, for men, women and the home. I get so much enjoyment looking for gifts for people so I spent one happy evening selecting some…
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Good Vibes Only
Exploring on foot with Polly means I really get to see and feel the seasons each day and although much debated, I felt like we had a decent summer this year (minus the last 2 weeks) so I am ready and willing for the season of scarves, hot chocolate and open fires. The autumn equinox starts tomorrow and I’m ready, chums.
