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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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IS IT ACTUALLY SANDALS SEASON?

IS IT ACTUALLY SANDALS SEASON?

I love sandals. I have more pairs that I’ve collected over the years than I should have. But they all serve different purposes. They help to complete an outfit, make it look more pulled together, or more relaxed, depending on how I want to style it. In 2017 I...
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FIND YOUR SPF SOULMATE

FIND YOUR SPF SOULMATE

Finding the right SPF has always felt like trying to find a perfect partner.  It shouldn’t just do one thing for you; it should be multiple things all wrapped up in one. Daily SPF is a must, but it shouldn’t come at the expense of other skincare benefits. The new...
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What shoes are we wearing with what jeans?

What shoes are we wearing with what jeans?

One of the key questions we get asked on DM’s is ‘What shoes should I wear with XXX jeans.’ I’ve shared this on Instagram in the past but thought it might be useful to place here as we approach a new season. As with everything, take the...
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HELP! MY HOUSE IS AGEING ME

HELP! MY HOUSE IS AGEING ME

I’m being deadly serious. It’s been over six months living in a building site and I’ve aged about ten years in the process. It’s not just me saying this, I’ve spoken to an army of experts who all agree. Whether you’re knee-deep in a...
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THIS TREND ISN’T GOING ANYWHERE

THIS TREND ISN’T GOING ANYWHERE

Adding print to an outfit can make the look more interesting, however if print scares you, and you don’t know how to incorporate it into an outfit, then this is a really easy way to dip your toe (LOL) into the trend. Animal print has always been a timeless...
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APRILS BEST BEAUTY BUYS

APRILS BEST BEAUTY BUYS

The new season is brimming with brilliant buys that cover all budgets and tastes. From the chic-est deodorant, glow-boosting make-up, game-changing SPF and ground-breaking hair tools, here’s what’s worth spending on this month…from £10 – £499....
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