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To boot or not to boot

Happy #ShoeFriday! Before we kick-start the weekend, let's kick up our ankles with today's #5aday... ankle boots! Zara Studded Cowboy Ankle Boot - Studded nude boots for the glamorous girl in you @ £69.99. River Island Western Stud Ankle Boots - Studded black boots for the bad girl in you @ £75. Zalando Noumerat Ankle Boots - Studded grey boots for the … Continue reading To boot or not to boot

Fire up the wok!

Welcome to #WellbeingWednesday. I was chatting to someone the other day about cooking & how it's a great way to unwind after work... So as it's #WellbeingWednesday, today's #5aday is healthy recipes to give us some renewed inspiration in the kitchen. Stir-fried garlic chilli beef and ong choi recipe - Ready in 15 minutes and only 270 calories per serving. … Continue reading Fire up the wok!

Wheels of Gold…

Welcome to the #MondayMonthlyInterview when on the 1st Monday of each month, I interview someone doing interesting stuff with their life. Like me I'm sure you're glued to the Paralympics & glad to fill the post-Olympics void with more sporting excellence & incredible stories. Today I'm honoured to welcome 2 times Gold Olympian Ed Clancy MBE, fresh from winning Gold & Bronze for Team GB in the Olympics... … Continue reading Wheels of Gold…

Fall Fashion

Happy #SaturdayShopping! On the 1st day of September (& autumn), today's #5aday features some of my faves from the new A/W collections.  Ted Baker Daphine Cowl Neck Top - Beautiful bright blue or deep purple top for a smart casual look @ £69. Whistles Fishnet Bow Print Trouser - Blue/White Silk trousers for a print statement look @ £125. French Connection Deerhunter … Continue reading Fall Fashion

Culture Vulture

Hello! It's #ThursdayFriday with ideas on where to go & what to do. Today's #5aday features some alternative things to do this Sept/Oct. Whether it's shopping, eating, drinking, theatre or film you're after, there are lots of wonderful experiences to be had this autumn. Gingerline HQ - Described as "a clandestine dining experience for London’s food adventurers." Fast selling out! … Continue reading Culture Vulture

Children’s Pressies

Evening! So that's day one of the week over and only three more days until the weekend! Plus, it's very nearly pay day. #Spree! It was my godson's b'day last week & it's my goddaughter's b'day next week, so this #TuesdayTreats is dedicated to gifts for young kids.  Wooden Sushi Slicing Play Set from Dorothy and Theodore - Great fun for … Continue reading Children’s Pressies

Home Comforts

Welcome to #SundayHome! Hope you're enjoying the lovely long weekend? Today's #5aday is dedicated to pampering in the comfort of home. The bank holiday weekend is an ideal occasion to treat yourself to a pamper session at home. Here are my 5 essential home pamper treats. Firstly set the mood with gorgeous candles from This Works - My pick … Continue reading Home Comforts

Plush Plimsolls

Happy #ShoeFriday & welcome to the bank holiday weekend! 3 days off - woo hoo! So I've been asked to feature some non-heels for a change. And as there are a plethora of gorgeous designer trainers out there, today's #ShoeFriday #5aday is dedicated to plush plimsolls... Ulmas Sneakers in Dark Grey Heather by Stella McCartney for adidas - With Stella's signature style @ £105. Anya … Continue reading Plush Plimsolls

Absolutely Flawless

Happy #WellbeingWednesday! Today's #GTime is flawless beauty. I have always shied away from foundation thinking it doesn't look natural. Today's #5aday features 5 light foundations which will give you 'flawless' skin while still looking natural and not caked in make-up. Clinique New Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup - Controls shine, providing a flawless look all day long @ £21.50. Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow … Continue reading Absolutely Flawless

Book Clubbing

Welcome to #MysteryMonday. I got together with my book club on Friday & while we call ourselves the book club we don't really talk books! We did this time make an exception, talking about the prolific 'Fifty Shades'. So, in honour of my book club, tonight's #5aday is books!  The Snowman by Jo Nesbo - Had this since last … Continue reading Book Clubbing