Give me one good reason why I should never make a change

 

Outfit:
Pink floral blouse: c/o New Look
Pink floral midi skirt: c/o New Look
Nude block heeled sandals: Dorothy Perkins c/o Westfield Stratford City (similar)
Black chain handle crossover bag: Zara (similar)
Gem coloured rings: Topshop (similar)
Gold vintage style boyfriend watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs 
Pink nail varnish:  OMP! Nails Inc magazine freebie (similar)

Thanks to Lily for the photographs.

First things first, i'm going to join every UK blogger and say: How hot is this weather?! I seriously can't cope, as i've got older i've began to resent the heat and have no clue what to wear to stay cool. I somehow ended up in a cotton shirt and patterned trousers on the hottest day of the year. God only knows what went through my mind on that morning. But still, i'd much rather embrace this heat than the rain. Cold I can deal with but rain just gets right on my wick.

I've developed a obsession with co-rds which is getting my bank account in a right old state but luckily I was very kindly gifted a New Look voucher at their press day. I spotted this in my local one and ordered it swiftly online when I got home. It's made from perfect thin crepe-like material making it amazing for the summer. I don't think it's going to leave my body much over the next few months. Just like these sandals really. Even my boyfriend who notices nothing asked me why I had the same pair of shoes on four days running...

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Review: Ógra Organic Irish Peat

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 Ógra 100% Peat Face and Body Mask and Ógra Anti-Aging Facial Moisturiser c/o

I am a complete skincare magpie and love trying out new products that promise to transform me. I think your skin is one of the most important things you should look after. Premature aging strikes fear into me. Admittedly i'd never heard of organic Irish peat but was intrigued when I started reading more about the product. Peat is found in waterlogged bogs - mud is by far one of my favourite type of masks. It's said to have strong anti-oxidents to help with the anti-aging process and has special qualities to help bind together your skin tissue to create a smoother look. Wrinkles will become a thing of the past!

When you first apply the mask, they're's a slight tingling. It's not too uncomfortable but it does feel a little strange. This is because all the blood is coming to the surface. I do a thin layer over my face and leave it on for 15 minutes. It suggests you keep spritzing with water to make it easier to remove after it's set. I used Evian Facial Spray a few times to keep it moist. I then wiped it using a muslin cloth soaked in warm water. I've been using it for a good few weeks now twice a week and am about to reduce it down to once a week. The difference is amazing, my skin feels so much softer and looks brighter. Dull skin is the bane of every commuters life! Tightness is a thing of the past. The moisturiser glides on like a dream and there's no sticky aftermath meaning your make up can go on almost straight away. It sinks in perfectly and leaves your skin feeling subtle. It's really helped my skin in the summer months as it tends to dry out because of the heat.

Have you ever tried any of these products? Ógra are currently looking for retail outlets and salons to perform the facials.

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Brockley Market

Tucked away in Lewisham College car park, you'll find the small but perfectly formed Brockley Market selling some of the most delicious food you'll feast your eyes on. We of course went along to try Mother Flipper which you already know but we couldn't leave without trying a few more of their wares!

After i'd scoffed my burger I headed straight to Kooky Bakes to nab myself one of their Whoopie Pies for when the hunger pains striked again. A delicious concoction of red velvet with a layer of tasty buttercream in the middle. It was worth every penny of the three English pounds. My boyfriend opted for a more savory treat and treated himself to a small pot of garlic olives from Olive Branch.

We also got a pie each - pulled pork for me and stilton for Connor with a bag of pork scratchings to munch on. It was such a hot day and in hindsight we shouldn't have left the pies as when we got round to eating them later on in Greenwich Park, they'd gone a bit sweaty. I think they'd be much more enjoyable if we'd eaten then as soon as we'd got them. Lesson learnt! I completely forgot to catch the name of the stall.

We also spotted Professer Green queuing up for his burger next to us. Always nice to have a little celeb spot! I think he caught us talking about him as he turned round and gave us a little smile. Obviously we're not as subtle as we think we are!

Have you been to Brockley Market?

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Review: Mother Flipper

Like I mentioned on Sunday, we popped to Brockley Market over the weekend and one of the main reasons was to sample the renowned Mother Flipper burgers. I had yet to have the pleasure but my boyfriend had tried one at Kerb and insisted it was something I needed to try. When it comes to burgers I don't need to be told twice!

As always I had eyes bigger than my belly and opted for The Dirty Barbie which consisted of two fat patties, BBQ sauce, American cheese, candied bacon and onion served in a toasted sesame seeded bun. The verdict? Well quite possibly up there with one of the best i've had. Honest is still my favourite. But only just! The sweet candied bacon just takes it to another level. The main star of the burger in my humble opinion. I loved the fact they didn't scrimp on the cheese because a burger always needs lots and lots of cheese.

I struggled with this. Big time. It was a complete and utter mess. In a good way of course. Make sure you take lots of kitchen roll on offer because it's a struggle to eat normally. I ended up eating it in two halves.  We ended up waiting longer than the 10 minutes quoted but to be honest it happens. With such a busy queue, these boys aren't superheroes. It just made the anticipation even more intense and as you can tell, it was well worth the wait.

I'm already planning my next trip back! Next time i'm opting for the double candy bacon flipper. Sounds like heaven eh?

Have you tried Mother Flipper yet? Catch them on Twitter!

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I love you when you're singing that song

  

Outfit:
Black and white contrast polka dot dress: ASOS (similar)
Nude block heeled sandals: Dorothy Perkins c/o Westfield Stratford City (similar)
Light wash denim jacket: Primark (similar)
Black cross over chain handle bag: Zara (similar)

My finger slipped and I went a bit mad in the ASOS sale and one of the things that arrived on my doorstep was this pretty spotted dress. It actually detatches and becomes a co-ord too. Amazing! It makes it even more of a bargain! It was something that was brought completely on a whim - the rest of the order was sensible tops boo! - but it's turned out to be my favourite item. It's going to be the perfect outfit to make that transition from day to night. Unpop the poppers and voila you're ready to hit the town!

With my Glastonbury trip and my boyfriend's stag week to Ibiza, money is a little tight this month and probably next month too! But it was the boyfriend's birthday last Tuesday and I couldn't let it go without any sort of celebration so I gave him the choice to pick a day trip. As always we opted for the Big Smoke. But this time we popped to Brockley Market - more on that later this week - in the morning where we picked up some delicious treats and Greenwich in the afternoon. We decided to venture down to Greenwich park as it was sunny and we don't get many of those days in England! We treked up the hill to the Observartory and were rewarded with some cracking views of Canary Wharf, the o2 Arena and the Maritime Musuem. It was well worth huffing and puffing in the hot sun!

Have you ever been to Greenwich? It has to be one of my favourite parts of the city.

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Cheek to cheek

Bourjois Delice De Poudre Bronzing Powder, Liz Earle blusher in Nude c/o, Topshop Cream Blusher in Neon Rose (similar), Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush in Coffee Cake

Now the summer has decided to make an appearance albeit a little hit and miss, I thought i'd share a few of my favourite cheek products that have been in rotation over the last few months.

My all time favourite bronzer that I come back to time and time again is the Bourjois offering. It's such a staple product in my make up bag. I love the fact it's fairly matte and doesn't turn me into a glitterball. It's great value for money and lasts for ages as you don't need too much. Be careful when you apply as it can look a little 'muddy' if you're too heavy handed.

I was kindly given the matte Liz Earle blush and fell in love from the first swipe. Again it's best to use quite lightly as it's very pigminted. It has amazing staying power and looks gorgeous when you have a bit of a tan. Alternatively it's great to use when you're feeling pale and need a pick-me-up. 

I picked up the Topshop cream blush on a whim as i'd been reading too many blogs and regretted the colour choice when I got home. I'm a bronzer girl through and through! It was a moment of madness and remained untouched until the weather started to heat up. Now I love it for a night out. It's not quite as scary as it looks in the pot! It's a great product to build up depending on what sort of mood you're in. It doesn't go streaky and glides on effortlessly.

Finally the cream Maybelline blush was something I picked up whilst I was in New York back in April. I was immediately drawn to the colour as I thought it'd be great for a subtle everyday look. I was completely right and love it when I want to look glowing but also that I haven't tried too hard! I wish i'd picked up more of the range.

What's your favourite cheek product at the moment? Have you tried any of my picks?

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Glasto '14

Well, I really don't know how to put into words just how utterly amazing Glastonbury was. It was without a doubt some of the best five days i've ever had. Bold statement I know. I knew it was going to be fun but really didn't anticipate just how much fun. I've been on a massive comedown ever since I've came home. It all seems like a bit of a blur now! Fingers crossed i'll be going again next year!

We arrived on Wednesday in baking hot sunshine after Hannah and Lily had agreed to let my friend and I gatecrash their camp for the next few days. Unfortunately the beautiful hot weather was not going to stick around for too long and by Thursday the rain started to make an appearance and never really went away. Still it helped me get the authentic Glastonbury experience and I wouldn't have had it any other way.

On the way back to the tent after the awesome Kasabian set I was asked who my highlight of the festival was and for once I was absolutely stumped and struggled to name just one. I'm still struggling to pick just one highlight! But I absolutely loved Kasabian - they just really know how to put on a proper show. I'll always have a soft spot for Tom! Dolly Parton was amazing and she was a joy to watch. Her little anecdotes had me laughing all the way through the set. Vance Joy was also a pleasure to listen too, it was fairly chilled as just what I needed at 12 in the afternoon. I wasn't in the right state of mind for anything too heavy! Kelis was outstanding too - I'd forgotten just how many of her songs I actually knew. Loved having a boogie to Milkshake!

Did any of you lot go to Glastonbury? What was your highlight?

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Soap Glory Sit Tight Super-Intense 4D

A few weeks ago now I was invited along to Soap & Glory pamper evening to celebrate the launch of their new product. Let me introduce Sit Tight Super-Intense 4D. Priced at £18, it's designed to to work it's magic while you sit down. Hence the name! It has three metal ball barings which you glide on your problem areas on your bottom half.  Obviously it's not a complete miracle and you can't have perfect firm skin if you continue to binge on junk food but it does help if you eat healthily! It has a slight tingling feeling once it's been applied but this doesn't last forever. It's a strange sensation when you do sit down but it's not too annoying that it will make you uncomfortable. I felt strangely comforted as it meant it was working in my eyes. It'll be a great product to start using a month before your summer holiday.

Although I could only pay a fleeting visit as I was meeting my boyfriend for dinner, I was still able to enjoy a relaxing hand massage. Hand Food is a product that's a staple in my handbag so I made sure I made a beeline for that station. I loved the fact you could move around and try out different activities, such a shame I couldn't stay long enough for the tarot card reading. I've never had it done before!

Thank you very much for the invite Soap & Glory! 

Are you a fan of Soap & Glory?

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You know I try to live without regrets

Outfit:
Watercolour floral tee- Primark (similar)
Black midi textured skirt - Topshop via Leather Lane Market
Nude gold capped flats: TK Maxx (similar)
Gold vintage style boyfriend watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs

I had an hour to kill in between shoots while I was in London for work and as I was in my old stomping ground I decided to have a little mooch around Leather Lane Market whilst grabbing a drink. I used to make regular lunchtime trips to this market on my lunchbreak when I worked around the corner. It's a shame it's only on offer during the week but I find the clothing stalls also make the rounds at Petticoat Lane on a Sunday.  It has some cracking food stalls and cafes alongside a few clothing stalls that offer various Topshop/Asos/Dorothy Perkins bits. It was very hit and miss but you never knew what you was going to stumble across and I got some amazing bargains. This day I struck gold and walked away with this black midi as well as the same skirt in baby blue and a mint floral asos midi. All for £30. How could I have said no?

Tomorrow I shall be off to Glasto and keeping my fingers crossed I haven't forgotten anything. I'm so excited to spend a whole week listening to my favourite bands and just generally chilling out without much care in the world apart from what cider i'm going to drink and what food stall to choose. I have a few posts for you scheduled but i'll see you in a week! Hopefully i'll make it back in one piece!

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