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Femme Luxe Finery: My casual autumnal picks for a soggy July

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Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post. I was sent these outfits from Femme Luxe free of charge for the purposes of this post, but words and pictures are mine. Contains affiliate links. See more information here.  Femme Luxe Finery sell a big selection of cheap loungewear and bodycon dresses, tops, jeans, shoes, accessories and more online. You can see my previous […]

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Wrecked shoes and a weekend’s charity shop haul

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On Saturdays we have swimming lessons first thing in the morning, which is always a brilliant way to start the day. In this post-corona world you have to be ready for action by the time you reach the pool, and on trying on her month-or-so barely-worn swimming costume, biggest announced it was too small and was hurting her shoulders. Standard.

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Microneedling with PRP: The Skinpen or ‘Vampire’ Facial in London with Semper Iuvenis Aesthetics

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Disclaimer: I was offered this complimentary rejuvenating procedure by Dr Cristina of Semper Iuvenis Aesthetics based in South Molton Street, London. I was not asked to write this blog post on my Vampire Facial (Microneedling with PRP) however I thought it might be interesting if it’s something you’ve ever considered! NB this is my experience of a Vampire Facial in

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Nordgreen Philosopher men’s watch review & discount code: Danish minimalist design for Father’s Day

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Disclaimer: I was sent this Nordgreen ‘Philosopher’ men’s watch to review free of charge, but words and pictures are mine. If you use the Nordgreen watch discount code ‘WHINGE’ for 15% off using my link I will make a small commission. See more information here.  If you are looking for a lovely gift for your dad or partner this Father’s

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Femme Luxe Finery: Loungewear and dress selection for May 2021

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Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post. I was sent these outfits from Femme Luxe free of charge for the purposes of this post, but words and pictures are mine. See more information here.  Femme Luxe Finery sell a big selection of cheap loungewear and bodycon dresses, tops, jeans, shoes, accessories and more online. Many outfits cost under £20 each, so you

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Mental Health Awareness Week: It’s time to talk

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This week is #mentalhealthawarenessweek, and after seeing lots of people bravely opening up about their mental health struggles across social media, I wanted to write something. I want to use this platform to do a shout out to everyone who has found lockdown incredibly difficult, and whose mental health has suffered, and tell you: You are not alone. About six

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