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3 USEFUL THINGS FOR A SCHOOL RUN MUM

3 USEFUL THINGS FOR A SCHOOL RUN MUM

The start of the new term, which coincides usually with a new season, always leaves us feeling all the feels. Will the kids be happy, will we all settle into the routine quickly enough, will I make it to work on time from drop off?? And of course, what do I wear?!...
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BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDARS 2025

BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDARS 2025

Beauty advent calendars are basically the adult version of raiding the cookie jar, but instead of sugar highs, you’re getting mini moisturisers, luxury lipsticks, and serums that cost more than your lunch. Every day in December becomes a tiny beauty surprise party,...
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HOLIDAY CO-ORDS

HOLIDAY CO-ORDS

When I went to Spain last week, I packed six dresses for night time and six co-ords for during the day. Over the years I’ve found that kaftans or day dresses don’t work for me, but that a shorts/shirt set can take me from breakfast buffet, to park, to...
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12 BLACK SWIMSUIT UNDER £75 FOR ALL SHAPES & SIZES

12 BLACK SWIMSUIT UNDER £75 FOR ALL SHAPES & SIZES

The classic black swimsuit – a wardrobe staple, and I’m sure almost all of you have one squashed in your cupboard somewhere. But in case it’s time for an update, here are 12 of the best out there. From sizes UK 4 – UK 30, with something to suit...
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4 RIVER ISLAND PIECES THAT LOOK DESIGNER

4 RIVER ISLAND PIECES THAT LOOK DESIGNER

High end looks for a fraction of the price? Yes please! There are a few key things to look out for if you want to make a purchase of a high street item, but want it to look more premium than it is: Stitching: Check that the hems & seams have aligned stitching,...
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SAM’S LAUNDRY ROOM

SAM’S LAUNDRY ROOM

I posted a couple of stories from my laundry room the other day and you guys seemed to love it just as much as I do. I’d go so far as to say it’s probably my favourite room in the house. I spend so much time doing laundry, I thought it made sense to design...
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LESS HOT GIRL SUMMER, MORE FLIP FLOP GIRL SUMMER

LESS HOT GIRL SUMMER, MORE FLIP FLOP GIRL SUMMER

We love when a trend is reasonably priced, when it’s something we already have in our wardrobe, something that is comfy, and something that we don’t need to overthink. Something we can just slip and go, something we can wear to fill the car up with petrol,...
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MY SENSITIVE SKIN NON-NEGOTIABLES

MY SENSITIVE SKIN NON-NEGOTIABLES

I’ve mentioned it so often, but in case you are new around here – My name is Gemma, and at the ripe old age of 38 I got perioral dermatitis. It’s a pretty common skin condition that causes angry, red, scaly inflammation around my mouth. (sounds...
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GIRLS TRIP PACKING IDEAS

GIRLS TRIP PACKING IDEAS

The Girls Trip is finally making it out of the group chat. I’m in a bit of shock and can’t believe it’s actually happening but I’m off to Portugal at the end of this month with three friends to celebrate our 40th’s – and we actually...
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6 THINGS WORTH SPLASHING YOUR PAYDAY CHECK ON

6 THINGS WORTH SPLASHING YOUR PAYDAY CHECK ON

In case you’ve been wanting to splash out on something new, either for pay day, or for a big birthday celebration then here are 6 pieces that I think are worth investing in. Each of them are classic pieces, that work on all body shapes, and can be worn year on...
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EVERYTHING ON YOUR BEAUTY RADAR RIGHT NOW….

EVERYTHING ON YOUR BEAUTY RADAR RIGHT NOW….

Here’s everything going on in the beauty world right now. From the three billion dollar brand, to the chic beauty and interiors collab & the latest power ingredients, this is your June update… RHODE BEAUTY Incase you missed it, Rhode – the beauty brand...
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HOW TO TACKLE ‘HAY FEVER FACE’

HOW TO TACKLE ‘HAY FEVER FACE’

I didn’t get hay fever until I was 38. All these years feeling smug when friends were suffering and one year, bam! My eyes were itching, my nose was streaming. The issue is that it hits in summer – wedding season, social butterfly season – but it...
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38 WEDDING GUEST DRESSES UNDER £210

38 WEDDING GUEST DRESSES UNDER £210

If we had £1 for every DM asking for a wedding dress edit we’d be able to retire! I have spent hours trawling the internet for the best of the best – dresses to suit all body shapes, skin tones, dresses you can wear with a bra and big pants, or without...
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