A lasting relationship isn't just about showering your other half with gifts. Getting it right also means picking out items that reflect your shared story and evoke a combination of emotions. Often, you can do this without spending a great deal of money - what matters is the symbolism at play. For some, this comes naturally; for others, a little bit of forethought is required.
Knowing that a proposal is coming can stir up a mix of emotions. Excitement, anxiety and uncertainty are all part of the package. Instead of feeling overwhelmed or prematurely diving into wedding planning, take a moment to pause. This is a time to reflect on your feelings, your relationship and what the future holds. Rather than rushing into the moment and putting added pressure on yourself and your partner, it's important to process where you stand and how you want to approach this next step in your life.
I'm all for painting the town red and sipping cocktails in my favourite bar with friends at the weekend, but who doesn't love getting together for a good old fashioned pamper night every so often? Light some candles, have snacks and drinks at the ready, and whack on your favourite chick flicks while you all unwind. There's nothing better than going all out with your most luxurious products to leave yourselves feeling fabulous from head to toe, and I have a few trusted essentials that I always turn to when I'm planning a relaxing night in!
We all know that having fun lifts our mood and eases anxiety, but do you know that it's scientifically proven to have a positive effect on your skin and appearance, too?
I don't know about you, but I have seriously upped my online shopping habit since the COVID-19 lockdown has left me with a lot more time on my hands. Whether purchasing loungewear pieces for keeping comfortable at home or summer items ready for when we can finally get our glad rags on for more than a trip to the supermarket, I've been looking for more affordable shopping options that don't compromise on quality. So, if you're thinking of revamping your wardrobe or fancy treating yourself without breaking the bank, I thought I'd share with you my top places to shop for clothing that can be purchased for a little less.
Now that I'm well into my twenties, I can't handle going out-out every single Friday and Saturday night quite like I used to, unless I want to be bed-ridden with a hideous hangover for the entirety of Sunday. Don't get me wrong, I love getting glammed up to the max for an evening spent sipping cocktails in beautiful bars and dancing the night away. But, I also love chilled nights in with a takeaway, Netflix and a load of luxurious products to pamper myself with.
Everyone struggles to feel body confident at times, but even more so as the summer season approaches. Whether you're the woman with stretch-marks, the guy who's struggling to gain muscle despite hammering the gym, the girl who constantly feels fat, or the boy with severe acne, we all suffer from low self-esteem every now and again, at least. It's normal, but we shouldn't just accept it. In this post, I've put together some confidence-boosting tips that will hopefully help you feel better about your body.
It's only four days until Christmas and now is the time that people start to panic buy the last of their gifts. After sharing my Last-Minute Beauty Stocking Fillers post, it's about time I show you my last-minute picks for the ladies! If you're still stumped about gift ideas for any lovely ladies in your life, or you're in need of some ideas for yourself, then hopefully this little guide will give you some helpful pointers.
As there's so many Christmas gift guides floating around at the moment, I thought I'd keep mine to a minimum this year. For the first of two last-minute gift guides, I thought I'd focus on beauty stocking fillers. Sometimes thinking of smaller present ideas is the most difficult, whether you're picking one low-budget secret santa gift or a stocking stuffed full of goodies. You can never go wrong with choosing some beauty bits, though. So, if you're in a quandary about what to buy, I have a few suggestions.
Ah, Spring! Although we've had quite a miserable start to the month, I cannot wait for the blue skies to appear, sunshine to start shining and beautiful blossom to bloom. As soon as a new season is upon us, I get a little spendy, but recently I've had good reason to as my guy and I will be re-locating to Nottingham in a few months. As we only moved from our home of Liverpool to Yorkshire two years ago, I'm not really looking forward to another big upheaval so soon, especially as we've really settled here. But, that's life! Every cloud has a silver lining and I see ours as a chance to upgrade lots of our home interior pieces. I was recently introduced to the uber-cool brand Esprit by a friend and, after having a browse of their homeware, I soon discovered they had a gorgeous selection of clothing, too. My online bag is currently brimming with goodies, so I thought I'd share my favourite pieces from the website with you.
Now that I've covered Gifts For Her Over £30 and Stocking Filler Ideas, my last present inspiration post includes gifts under £30, again with a mixture of beauty, home-ware, clothing and accessories. If you're short on money or have a lot of presents to buy and expenses at Christmas time, then these gifts are more affordable, whilst still being thoughtful and great quality.
After sharing my ideas for Gifts For Her Over £30, next up in my Christmas Gift Guide series, we have stocking fillers. With everything costing under £15, these smaller gifts have got every interest covered, whether your loved one is a bookworm, chocoholic or beauty-addict.
