This is a collaborative post. I do like antique jewellery. I have a few pieces I have inherited or received as a gift and I wear them on special occasions. My favourite thing about them: they get you wonder about their previous life with a previous owner and how many lives a piece of fine jewellery can have. What I …
How to Feel Beautiful on a Budget
This is a collaborative post. The media and celebrity influence over modern society has meant that we, as a population, have become incredibly aware of the significance of beauty. Although the exact qualities that are outlined to define what is beautiful are subject to change depending on time and place within different cultures, everyone has a sense of what it …
Mums, It’s Time To Recapture Your Style!
This is a collaborative post. One of the biggest downsides of parenting is the fashion choices. Sure, you may see the Kardashian family rocking some killer heels and designer jeans every day, but generally you can bet that they’re not the ones who have sole care of sticky-fingered babies all day long! When you are pregnant for the first time, …
Complete Guide To Men’s Grooming Gifts
This is a collaborative post. Men’s grooming sets are an ancient idea that may have first begun in around 185BC with Scipio Africanus Minor, said to be the first man to start the routine of shaving every morning. Since then, these sets or kits, containing everything from tweezers to shampoo to shaving products and more, have been used regularly. …
Wardrobe Full to Bursting with Winter Wear?
This is a collaborative post The first step in solving any problem is figuring out what’s causing it. If your wardrobe’s full to bursting, you could say the problem is you’ve got too many winter clothes, but that doesn’t dig quite deep enough. It’s most likely not how many possessions you have, but how you’re storing them. When cupboards and …
Mosaico Sustainably Sourced Gemstone Jewellery (Review And Giveaway)
(Gifted item) As Christmas is fast approaching, I wanted to introduce you to a fantastic, sustainable jewellery brand: Mosaico Gemstone Jewellery. They make unique jewellery, that is lovingly crafted in the UK from sustainably sourced (and fair-trade), semi precious, natural gemstones and metals. Colourful and fun designs inspired by the founders Brazilian, South African and British heritage. They not only …
Green, Ethical And Fashionable As A Parent This Winter? It’s possible!
This is a collaborative post. Ok, first things first. Being green and ethical as well as wearing things you like, make you feel comfortable and good looking as possible. And it’s not a bad thing wanting to look good and being picky with the clothes we wear. In fact it’s good. Here’s why. Winter is always a tricky season as …
Review: Pala Ethical and Sustainable Sunglasses
Gifted item. There’s really only a few brands that I know about their efforts to tackle both ethical issues and environmental ones. Even though, in my view it all goes hand in hand. You can’t be ethical only or eco-friendly only. As much as it is a big challenge for all brands to make profit, be ethical without harming the …
Buy Better Buy Less: Timeless Summer Styles – Be Ready For The Party
Summer means lots of summer entertaining: garden parties, going out, barbecues, festivals and let’s face it, every now and then we all need a new addition to the wardrobe. But when shopping for the perfect summer party dress and accessories we have to keep one rule to be as eco-friendly and sustainable as possible: buy good quality and timeless designs …
Who To Hire For Your Wedding Day
This is a collaborative post. Whilst you can DIY many aspects of your wedding (as well as relying on friends and family), most couples like to hire professionals to take away the stress and ensure that their day goes smoothly. Here are a few of the professionals you may want to hire for you day and what to look for …