tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69931923701197170682024-03-13T01:02:16.258+00:00Crave More BeautyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775669880211082340noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993192370119717068.post-56289709745936477092015-11-20T09:00:00.000+00:002015-11-20T09:00:04.703+00:00Second Best To Mums Roast<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I think we can all agree that a post is well overdue, but rather than feeling guilty and bore you with details as to where weekly updates have been I thought I would get stuck into one of the topics that excites me the most: food.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My favourite season, Autumn, is slowing coming to an end. The golden leaves are vastly vanishing and the Winter chill is creeping in - however one of the highlights us Brits gain when it comes to Winter is the classic Roast. You're mad if you don't love them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Although nothing's going to beat your mums roast, something that will save you washing up the pots and pans is getting some Sunday fresh air to track down the second best roast going.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you're local to Ely then you may already know that you will find it at <a href="http://www.theroyalstandardely.com/" target="_blank">The Royal Standard</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Squeeze in an afternoon nap before a movie night and you've got my perfect Sunday. These colder months aren't so bad after-all.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A quick thank you to my readers for being patient and continuing to read my content, I'm looking forward to sharing as many posts before the year comes to an end and share recent trips and future adventures with you all. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775669880211082340noreply@blogger.com0Ely, Ely, Cambridgeshire, UK52.399539 0.2623630000000503152.3220205 0.10100150000005031 52.477057499999994 0.4237245000000503tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993192370119717068.post-57296658485078547012015-09-07T08:00:00.000+01:002015-09-07T08:00:05.833+01:00Last Of The Summer Picnics<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I was determined to squeeze one more picnic in before this Summer draws to a close.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It just so happens that the talented </span><a href="http://idontlikepeas.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Karen </span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">organised a little photography shindig with a group of fellow Cambridge bloggers and keen photographers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After arriving late, I quickly found a spot next to some familiar faces: </span><a href="http://100daysnotv.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Emma</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://www.themiddlesister.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Alice</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> and </span><a href="http://claireabellemakes.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Claire</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, and unpacked my unworthy picnic of cherry toms, Parma ham and crusty bread.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ears pinned back and </span><a href="http://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/cat/aladdin-original-insulated-mason-tumbler_306-85421227-1001716008/?freeText=insulated+mason+tumblr&msg=MSG_SEARCH_ONE_MATCHING_PRODUCT&shouldCachePage=true&_$ja=tsid:32619|prd:78888&cm_mmc=AFFIL-_-AWIN-_-78888-_-0RpXOIXA500&awc=3539_1441574590_e391419b05a258c245b5377f05ac94ec&utm_source=Affiliates&utm_medium=78888&utm_term=na&utm_content=na&utm_campaign=na" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mason tumblr </span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">in hand; even without the gin, </span><a href="http://www.sweetpeasandsours.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Aoife</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> makes a mean cocktail. Karen spoke of everything to help with capturing memorable photos - from props to positions, lighting and angles. Hopefully now my photography will be a little less amateur after a chat with a professional. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Soon enough our tummies started to rumble and the colourful assortment of foods came out, just in time for playtime with our cameras.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775669880211082340noreply@blogger.com0Jesus Green, Cambridge, Cambridge CB5, UK52.2115081 0.1229035999999723652.1336486 -0.038457900000027634 52.289367600000006 0.28426509999997235tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993192370119717068.post-74141436642120286052015-08-31T08:30:00.000+01:002015-08-31T08:30:04.340+01:00Hungry Eyes In Norwich<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After an hours road-trip we arrived in Norwich; a very gloomy, rainy Norwich. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But the weather wasn't going to stop my sister and I from celebrating one of her <em>special </em>birthdays.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I indulged in the best Mac 'n' Cheese I've had. Warm and moreish, with Worcestershire sauce and cherry toms. Completely delicious. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Geri opted for sweetcorn fritters with bacon and guac, fixing cravings for both breakfast and lunch. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We managed to resist the temptation for the infamous No 33 cakes, knowing that our afternoon booking would fix our sugar cravings. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As we walked around the city we were welcomed by some of Norwich's latest residents.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://gogodragons.co.uk/auction/" target="_blank">GoGo Dragons</a> have uniquely decorated 84 dragons dotted around the city, which are located specially for anyone to see either by following their trail or simply by finding them with every turn you take. All dragons will be sold in auction with profits going to charity, so head to Norwich sharpish and find your favourite.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">GoGo King Tut. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're still wondering how on earth we resisted all of those cakes, then ponder no more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Afternoon Tea is one of our favourite things to do - hence why it's included in both of our birthday celebrations every year, without fail. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Assembly House</a> is a beautiful Georgian building in the historic city - known for their Afternoon Tea and a wonderful venue for any occasion. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Eager to get as many Norwich hotspots into our day as possible we headed for some pre-theatre cocktails at a fun little bar/restaurant that would also sit very nicely in Cambridge. <a href="http://www.mrpostlesapothecary.co.uk/" target="_blank">Mr Postles Apothecary</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">How about... "Nobody puts Baby in the corner."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dirty Dancing is a favourite film of my sisters and mine, so it's understandable that we were a little hesitant about the show living up to the film - how can you beat Swayze?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All expectations were exceeded. It oozed everything it should: sex, romance, thrilling dances, a killer soundtrack and an incredible cast (including a Johnny to melt your heart). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you get the chance, book the tickets! I must make the effort to go to more shows, what theatre recommendations do you have?</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775669880211082340noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993192370119717068.post-35548645985277366982015-08-27T08:30:00.000+01:002015-08-27T08:30:00.793+01:00Time To Rebalance<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Everyday life can become a little hectic now and again; trying to fit a hundred tasks into one day whilst still allowing time to enjoy yourself and relax can be a struggle. Continuous busy days result in time flying by and before you know it you're nearly in September... how?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I know I'm not the only one on the Tilbury train.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Charlotte Tilbury X Norman Parkinson collection was on every beauty bloggers mind and wishlist for months pre-launch (hands up here?) I planned which products were must haves for myself and the waiting began, so once<i> that</i> email landed in my inbox a little squeal was let out and it was time... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I could of put money on <a href="http://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/matte-revolution-1975-red-norman-parkinson.html" target="_blank">1975 Matte Revolution</a> lipstick being my favourite. I love sporting a classic red lip all year round, with this being the most perfect summer red imaginable. I've covered the formula of these lipsticks in the past <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6993192370119717068#editor/target=post;postID=330826994131529297;onPublishedMenu=allposts;onClosedMenu=allposts;postNum=4;src=postname" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6993192370119717068#editor/target=post;postID=34358831795322418;onPublishedMenu=allposts;onClosedMenu=allposts;postNum=5;src=postname" target="_blank">here</a> but this shade is a whole other story, an orangey red with a hint of pink too; a little <a href="http://cravemorebeauty.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/new-in-urban-decay-revolution-lipstick.html" target="_blank">UD Bang</a> with some <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Rouge-Edition-Velvet-lipstick_1459266/" target="_blank">Bourjois Hot Pepper</a>. A colour that receives a compliment every time it's worn.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My list of places to try in and around the city seems to be constantly growing with a range of openings for restaurants and coffee shops - the latest being <a href="http://novicambridge.co.uk/" target="_blank">Novi</a> who bring </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a different style of dining: small plates and botanical cocktails promote 'Thoughtful Food & Drink'.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, I'm not here to talk about lunch or dinner (mainly as I'm yet to experience it) but instead, the most important meal of the day, breakfast.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The front of Novi is completely open-windowed so the room is filled with natural lighting, greenery (also continuing down to the ladies) and a fresh summer breeze to go along with the muted tones and relaxed vibe of the room. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With our breakfast ordered, we set up camp with our laptops and got to the task at hand; not only were Emily and I there to fill our stomachs, but also to feed our hunger for travelling.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fueled by possibly the greatest iced coffee I've ever had and lots of excitement, we were ready to get booking. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As the morning turned to afternoon and the place started to fill for lunches, the atmosphere developed which I can only imagine to continue well into the early hours at weekends. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A delightful new spot to head to whether you're in need of a breakfast date, a place to work whilst lunch, or a few rounds of cocktails with your favourite bunch of friends!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Penhaligons has been a traditionally British perfumer since 1870, producing high quality fragrance, men's grooming and candles (including an Earl Grey one which I can't get my mind off). To this day they're still launching new and innovative creations which all tell their own beautiful story. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You've guessed it... a bit of a heart-felt post is happening, mainly for myself, but also to post photo proof of the fun a high-five foam hand can bring!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The easiest way I can I describe the change is the way I felt when I wasn't working out regularly; unhappiness and lack of motivation being the main ones. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I skip a few days, I forget how good it feels so I stop again and beat myself up for not going... it's all a bad cycle to get stuck into. The best thing to do? Just get back out there. I forced myself and after one hour I felt calmer, happier and more balanced.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The morning of:<b> </b>a few bites of energy-boosting goodness, laced trainers and nerves building up... we were ready to go!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My wonderful friend, Keighley was the main star for getting me through it with laughter and joy, so here's a special thank to you <i>Coco.</i> I highly recommend you do it with a friend or family member to share the experience with.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://lifesacatwalk.com/" target="_blank">Gemma</a> and <a href="http://100daysnotv.com/" target="_blank">Emma</a> were also two other lovely ladies taking part who I met through blogging, it was a special moment to meet up with others before and after to hear about each others journey and experience (and to wave to when running by one another).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We were just a tiny group among the thousands that turned up for a brilliant cause, whom all joined together to help fight cancer by doing what they can do, <u>what we can all do</u>, which really showed in the atmosphere and helped keep momentum throughout.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This post is a little here and there, that's because the whole event seems a bit of a blur - but I won't forget the achievement I felt at the end; as Keighley and I ran through the finish line, I felt a whole heap of emotions (a lot being gratitude for her), and the excitement to take part in next years event and beat our time!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's only a year away, I should have time to train - <em>right?</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also, a little thank you to Scottish Power, one of the sponsors for the event - for inviting me to take part and get off my behind to allow me to uncover a whole new part of myself.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Friday Feeling was in full swing, so we both reached straight for the cocktails menu, resulting in a round of Cucumber and Gin Martinis - delightfully refreshing, but goes straight to your head on a hot summers day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm not much of a pie girl, which could easily change if they were all as delicious as the Chicken, Mushroom and Champagne pie - the Bob Bob Ricard customized golden pastry top may have helped a little too.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As beautiful as the city is glistening in the sun, it was the plans for the day which had put the spring into my step; a morning date with fellow Cambridge bloggers and <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> - who can turn that down?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/squirrellizzie/" target="_blank">Lizzie</a> is everything you would expect from Pinterest - cool, easy-going and interesting! The whole meeting flew by, but I continued to pick her brains over lunch.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The real aim of the event (although it was really an excuse to spend an hour or so talking about Pinterest with lovely ladies), was to get hot tips on how to drive more traffic to our blogs by using visual discovery platform, Pinterest. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://twitter.com/cravemorebeauty" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/cravemorebeauty/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, Facebook etc are great social media tools to boost blogging recognition, but Pinterest is different - and if you're already on there than you know it's more addictive than those three put together!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We sat back, listened and learned about all the new and exciting ways we can improve our pinning skills to optimize page views. What's wonderful is how simple and effective they are, but things you wouldn't think of doing (unless your Lizzie and a master pinner!). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, after giving <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/cravemorebeauty/" target="_blank">my Pinterest</a> a bit of a revamp, I've decided on the five best changes to you're Pinterest to help grow your blog!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>Convert To Business</u> - the quickest and easiest change you can make is to convert your pinterest into a <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/business/convert/" target="_blank">business account</a>. From this your verified link will show up on your page, you will also be able to see <a href="https://help.pinterest.com/en/articles/pinterest-analytics" target="_blank">analytics</a> on how you're engaging with your audience (something that's more important than followers), and the page views you're generating via your pinning. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>Tidy up</u> - The first thing I did was to go through <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/cravemorebeauty/" target="_blank">my boards</a> and focus on each different aspect of what I've pinned within the board. For example, there was a board I had named 'Beauty/Hairstyle' - from this one board I created six new boards which were stand out aspects I had repeatedly pinned: e.g Red Lips, The Feline Flick, Radiance. Going along and making all boards have a sharp focus is a great place to start!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>Be Search Friendly</u> - A point that really stood out to me is making sure that all your boards have search friendly names; think about what you would type in and search for, would you write 'house decor' or 'H. O. M. E.'? This way you're boards will appear more in searches and bring more eyes to your pins.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>Be A Helpful Pinner</u> - The main focus for this is to write a detailed description on your blog pins. If you're a fashion blogger then writing how you would style up a piece of clothing featured on your blog would be a quick way to get your ideas out to other pinners and attract them into visiting your blog! By leaving the description blank, you're missing the opportunity to promote your blog and create new traffic. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>Convert To Vertical Images</u> - Scroll down your Pinterest and it wont take you long before noticing the majority of images are elongated, they're easier to scroll through and more visually appealing. Therefore, when pinning from your blog, make sure that you've edited them to be vertical. Something I haven't done in the past, but a must from now on... with a little help from PicMonkey! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have noticed a huge rise in activity since implementing these with a few others tips and tricks which shall be to follow - a bit more technical but just as helpful and encouraging to help our blogs evolve! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you do fancy having a scroll through mine, it's <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/cravemorebeauty/" target="_blank">Crave More Beauty</a>. Leave your Pinterest down in the comments (or join if you're not already on there.... you're missing out on some truly wonderful procrastinating material). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I like to save it for when I've got something special up my sleeve, and to explode them all on a monthly favourites - </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">full of exciting products! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have recently noticed my blusher collection growing rapidly and </span><a href="http://www.kikocosmetics.com/en-gb/make-up/limited-editions/modern-tribes/Tri-bal-Soul-Baked-Blush/p-KC03001041" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Kiko Tri-bal Soul Baked Blush</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> is the latest addition (Lisa Eldridge used it in a tutorial, so it must be good).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Kiko prove to deliver all round whilst having amazing affordability - something I discovered when trying their lip liners; creamy, high pigmented and long lasting. Shade <a href="http://www.kikocosmetics.com/en-gb/make-up/lips/lip-pencils/Smart-Lip-Pencil/p-KM00203007" target="_blank">712 Rose Mauve</a> is a couple of shades darker than my lip colour and almost identical to Soar by Mac. At less than £3, this may be my cheapest beauty staple to date. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If there was one Charlotte Tilbury item I would of put in a 'disappointing products' post then it would of been the <a href="http://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/full-fat-lashes-glossy-black.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjwk7msBRCJj67khY2z_NIBEiQAPTFjv4mpg8dZYCzF-WQQn0qHCyjG9z59TAb0nBpOB4uE9gsaAsD68P8HAQ" target="_blank">Full Fat Lashes Mascara</a>... a few months later and it really lives up to the name; as Charlotte says "it's like a bra lift for the lashes" - unlike bra's, this becomes better the older it gets. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We all know it's Summer time when the toes are on display daily, and foot (feet? foot?) maintenance happens just as often. Find the perfect nail shade and you're set to go wiggle your toes in the sand. For me, it's Essie <a href="http://www.lookfantastic.com/essie-professional-fear-or-desire-nail-polish-15ml/10611686.html" target="_blank">'Fear Or Desire'</a>- a bright tangerine that adds a pop of colour into any outfit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Don't even get me started on the non-beauties, a pile of sandals and cotton shirts is currently growing and growing...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last week my mother, sister and I (along with the beautiful little Rose that is my niece) made a mini mid-week adventure to the outskirts of Cambridge, to <a href="http://www.burwashmanor.com/default.asp" target="_blank">Burwash Manor</a>, where we were greeted by tranquility, sunshine and the sound of birds singing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We walked through the rustling trees, past the sheep and pigs, to discover a fully converted farm (wellies and quilted jackets aren't required, but optional on rainy days) which houses a courtyard of little shops for you spend your time finding things you never knew you wanted; for me, Persian rugs and blue garden furniture... it's a dangerous place!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Is there anything more beautiful than the scent you're welcomed by walking into a florist, discovering new flowers and dreaming about filling the entire house with your favourites? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Behold, a new dream ^ to have walls covered in floral illustrations and the history of each plant: I've never seen a florist's like it - magical. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One thing I was excited to learn about Burwash Manor is the walks they offer around the different areas, an enjoyable way to work off that naughty cake - or just head to <a href="http://www.burwashdragonfly.com/DragonflyHoldingPage/___Welcome_to_Dragonfly_Beauty_Spa___.html" target="_blank">The Spa</a> to sweat it out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Over the last few weeks I have managed to build up all possible sushi cravings, safely tucked away in the back of my mind, until Wednesday evening when I let all wants and needs for teriyaki run wild at the pre-opening event for the Japanese pit-stop, <a href="https://www.wasabi.uk.com/" target="_blank">Wasabi</a> - a highly anticipated and exciting launch for Cambridge. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There may be some truth behind "the longer you wait the better it tastes" because it all tasted delicious to me: tempura prawn and avacado roll, spicy salmon futomaki and Surimi crabmeat and avacado being my favourites.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A special thank you to <a href="https://www.wasabi.uk.com/" target="_blank">Wasabi</a>, Cambridge and the wonderful and welcoming staff for hosting a thoroughly enjoyable evening - I know the rest of the table full of lovely ladies (</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><a href="https://instagram.com/moominkake/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Keighley</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://www.themiddlesister.co.uk/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Alice</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://100daysnotv.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Emma</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://www.laydeykatabella.co.uk/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Kat</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://www.thebritabroad.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Jess</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><a href="http://clashingtime.blogspot.co.uk/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Pippa</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> and </span><a href="http://claireabellemakes.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Claire</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">) and I will be back in no time!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">These days call for one thing - friends, coffee and brunch. So, I peeled myself away from the warmth of my duvet and headed into Cambridge where I found all three things at the cafe hotspot, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/espressolibrary/info?tab=page_info" target="_blank">Espresso Library</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The interior is like nothing else in Cambridge, long wooden bar seating running along the floor to ceiling windows, local artwork is showcased on the whitewashed walls, and something you would only expect from the 'city of cycles'...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After securing a table for two I was joined by Pippa, a fellow Cambridge blogger and all-round lovely lady. Pippa is the one behind the magic that brought so many of us Cambridge based bloggers together, as well as running her beautiful blog <a href="http://clashingtime.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">'Clashing Time'</a>. A good catch-up was long overdue!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The cafe promotes living a balanced, healthy lifestyle (another aspect which I love), offering a long list of freshly made juices with an ever-changing menu full of wholesome food, full of goodness... with a few treats to satisfy your sweet tooth if need be. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I picked the halloumi with a garlic portobello mushroom on a bed of pesto and fresh salad leafs, all in a toasted brioche bun. You will find <a href="http://cdn.meme.am/instances/56147556.jpg" target="_blank">this</a> (<link) is me whenever halloumi is mentioned.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Before I knew it I found myself ordering an almond milk latte, pulling up a chair and chatting away with second catch up date of the day; Alia and Zeynep are quite the regulars, using it as the perfect hide-out revision spot. </span></div>
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It's the same story every Summer - fresh dewy bronzed skin, bold brows, simple eyes and a bright lip.</div>
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Two different bronzing shades: one half is a fine golden shimmer which gives a light bronzing with a touch of glow, the other half - a matte with black undertones which acts as a great contour colours as well as giving a generous kick of pigmentation. <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/shadow-%26-light-bronze%2Fcontour-perfector/MUK200013392.html" target="_blank">Becca Shadow & Light</a> is a Summer essential.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last time I checked I had two months - where did those two weeks go? I can't decide if it's the 10K run or the quick loss of time that's frightening me more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Summer evenings have been glorious recently so there's been nothing I've enjoyed more than getting some fresh air and freedom after a day at work - yesterday evening being the peak of my journey so far. Although I haven't noticed everything overnight, certain things have changed over the past six weeks:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Stamina:</i> Getting hit with a stitch after a short period of running was not a good feeling; being able to jog the distance that I would of been walking half way through is. I'm able to endure a longer distance and work my body harder - although I can report that I'm still a tomato face by the end of it. Some things never change.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Visuals:</i> Clean eating always improves my skin, it helps clear blemishes and reduce redness, but working out really brings the glow! Vitamin D does miracles (along with a layer of sun protection). A big factor for peoples fitness is weight-loss, and I've been feeling pounds dropping off in areas I've struggled with before. We all love to feel and look amazing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Motivation:</i> The more I feel the benefits, the more I want to succeed! I get to a point where I would of stopped before, now I tell myself I can keep going further. The mind is the best form of motivation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Clarity:</i> Have you ever watched a film where someone has an argument/gets stressed and resorts in saying "I'm going for a run"? I get it. Time for yourself and freeing your mind of worries is one of my favourite aspects. You can let go of everything, breathe and help balance life. As long as your feeling happy in what your doing, then that's all that matters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've mentioned that the end goal for this is taking part in Race For Life for Cancer Research, a charity very close to my heart - I'm so grateful for anyone to donate what they can (<a href="https://www.justgiving.com/oliviaandkeighley/" target="_blank">here</a>) as it does save lives. Scottish Power contacted me along with fellow Cambridgeshire bloggers to run, which has made me get outside and get fit - something anyone can do!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">How long was it before you noticed improvements on your body?</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775669880211082340noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6993192370119717068.post-4217415624840528592015-06-01T08:30:00.000+01:002015-06-01T08:30:01.671+01:00Florabellio<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One whiff of this and I was transported from the elaborate halls of Liberty, beautifully draped with meters upon meters of the finest printed scarves, to a sparkling Italian orchard filled with fruit, flowers and happiness.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After a day filled with food and art, I indulged once more and left the city with a new fragrance, a big smile and lighter pockets.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Apples Blossom and Osmanthus are the top notes of Diptyque's newest fragrance: <a href="http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/liberty/diptyque/florabellio%20eau%20de%20toilette%20100ml/123041" target="_blank">Florabellio</a>, which give an uplifting burst of fruity freshness with the touch of sea-salt. Similar to one of my favourites, <a href="http://cravemorebeauty.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/the-winter-fragrance-jo-malone.html" target="_blank">Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt</a> - the tangy saltiness intrigues the senses and makes it all more the unique.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Once the freshness has softened, you're led to warmer notes; roasted coffee, toasted sesame and bitter sea fennel. Quite the contrast. The fresh saltiness lingers to reveal the sensual combination "between land and sea, flower and fruit, softness and bitterness".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Florabellio is my first Diptque fragrance, but it was love at first spritz. Each scent tells a beautiful story which is captured by the artwork on the bottle. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The lasting power of this on my skin is impressive for a more floral fragrance (which have usually disappeared after a few hours) but I still catch myself getting hits of this at the end of the day, which is perfect as this is a beautiful evening fragrance for the Summer!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Just in-case that hasn't tickled your fancy and you're more into scarves than you are fragrances, have a peek at this. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With the weather warming up, my Winter regime was becoming too rich for my skin which has stopped battling with cold winds everyday. So, the hunt for a new day cream began...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I know what you're all thinking - pink: for skincare packaging? You don't see that often, but it's to keep in line with their Pivoine body-care collection. It's pretty, fun and comes with the guarantee of knowing your other half won't be stealing any of it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you've heard of the Divine Cream then you will know it's L'Occitane award winning anti-aging moisturiser, whereas <a href="http://uk.loccitane.com/pivoine-sublime-perfecting-cream,83,1,67060,702652.htm#s=66856" target="_blank">Pivoine Sublime Perfecting Cream</a> is said to be for those with younger skin searching for hydration, perfecting of skin-tone and enhancing radiance. The texture is a dream: light and velvety which glides over your skin and sinks in effortlessly leaving a fresh, plump faced feeling.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Being a bigger busted lady I knew it was important to get the right support to stop all my bits jiggling about whilst running - this helps prevent pulling ligaments whilst running, but also not getting hit in the face by our boobs (not a great look), After discussing with friends and searching the web I found a non-wired, extra high impact number from M&S (<a href="http://www.marksandspencer.com/extra-high-impact-zip-front-non-wired-sports-bra-a-g-with-cool-comfort-technology/p/p22359409" target="_blank">similar</a>) Classic black with a fun little design, the zip on the front helps balance things out easier. I would happily wear a sports bra all day, everyday - why did nobody tell me they're so comfy?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A fitness app is crucial. I've gone for Runtastic which helps me keep track of distance, burned calories, all the usual things and the novelty of showing where you have ran and where your heart beat increased - something which makes me very happy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have to feel hydrated before and after a jog, which is where <a href="http://ors.uk.com/" target="_blank">O.R.S Rehydration Tablets</a> come in. Yes water is the main thing you need to be focusing on, but adding a couple of these into your drinks will add essential minerals which can help balance your bodies fluid, this is so that it doesn't all flush through you and you feel the benefits of staying hydrated. I'll also be popping a travel tube of these into my luggage for hot climates.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hands up for anyone who fits that description -anybody? It certainly sums my friend Keighley and I up pretty damn well. After discovering a day we both had free, we penciled in a date for Borough Market: a glorious food market with delicacies from all around the world. You name it, they've got it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Borough Market is just off Tower Bridge Station, where you're welcomed with a glistening <i>Hello</i> from The Shard; it still impresses on a typical gloomy and grey Wednesday afternoon in London.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A monstrous skillet of Duck confit was sizzling away which is where we found lunch, or shall I say starters (?).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After refueling with tea at the grand V&A cafe, our minds (and hearts) decided to wander to Liberty; naturally, we let our legs follow our heart for a little self-indulgence where I made an exciting Summer purchase which I shall be letting you know about very, very soon!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're a Londoner or an explorer, get down to Borough Market for a delicious breakfast/lunch/dinner... they're open most of the week and the atmosphere will guarantee you enjoy it come rain or shine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We all get the drill by now: everything that lady launches is incredible, which is why I can't walk away from her Selfridges counter empty handed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I don't think I've ever touched on the staff in my older CT makeup reviews but the team are always so helpful, charming and fantastic at their job - selling! They could probably sell a black bin bag to me and make me feel like I got something special...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Luckily enough I didn't leave with a bin liner this time, but a liner along the lines of what you would expect from a Tilbury haul: <a href="https://www.net-a-porter.com/product/455959/Charlotte_Tilbury/lip-cheat-lip-liner-pillow-talk" target="_blank">Lip Cheat in Pillow Talk</a> A product of never-ending sharpening. The shade is a <i>your lip but better</i> pink which is rich in pigmentation and texture, plumping up your puckers to give you that (dare I say it), Kylie Jenner effect.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The peachy sheen swatch before you to the left is the <a href="https://www.net-a-porter.com/product/503991/Charlotte_Tilbury/beach-stick-moonbeach" target="_blank">Beach Stick in Moon Beach</a>. Charlotte's offering of a Nars Multiple; a creamy formula, designed to glide over cheeks, lips, eyes... anywhere you feel like you can get away with! I particularly love this shade as a highlight/blush paired with a with a dab on the lips (lined with Pillow Talk of-course). It really brings that dewy glowing look we all crave in the Summer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I could ramble on about CT make-up until the cows come home, like anybody who has tried her makeup could, but I keep coming across products where I think 'ooo I still need to review this one' - or perhaps I should just change my blog name to 'Crave More Tilbury', what d'you think?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hands up for who have their eyes on the Tilbury X Norman Parkinson collaboration. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Without getting into too much detail I have a a fairly problematic scalp, one minute it's fine - the next it's sore and dry, and it just to happens that I was having one of the latter days when visiting the hairdresser who then recommended the <a href="http://www.lookfantastic.com/redken-scalp-relief-dandruff-control-shampoo-300ml/10451544.html" target="_blank">Redken Scalp Relief Shampoo</a>. It felt like I was reborn with a new set of locks. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It does what it says on the bottle with almost immediate effect. Calming and hydrating, leaving your hair soft, lightweight and flake-free. With this one I really like to lather it up and leave it for a few minutes whilst it works its magic on the scalp. If you suffer from a bit of an itchy scalp then give this one a go.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Onto the conditioner, this is actually my second bottle of the stuff after changing from Bumble and Bumble - not only will <a href="http://www.lookfantastic.com/redken-all-soft-conditioner-250ml/10303200.html" target="_blank">Redken All Soft Conditioner</a> save you a few pounds but it's just as effective and hydrating as other high-end hair-care. The scent will leave you feeling like you've just had a blow-dry at the salon, something we all love and would fantasize over every time our hair needs a good wash! The textures thick and clings to hair whilst it carries out its mission, but doesn't weigh the hair down once dry - only sleek, shiny hair with this one. Overall, a fantastic creamy, dreamy conditioner. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I do like to dabble with my hair-care, but these two are firm favourites and always on a good offer somewhere - who doesn't like a bargain?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you were to ask me what I've been wearing on my eyelids recently then the answer is pretty simple, <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/ombre-blackstar/MUK200005429.html" target="_blank">By Terry Ombre Blackstar</a> in Misty Rock. Yes, I've jumped on the bandwagon and purchased the cr<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">ème de la </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">cr</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">ème</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> of eye-shadow sticks (they're cream, get it?).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> They're pricey at twenty-nine pounds a pop, but all is justified by the foolproof formula; when I say it's smooth, it's smooooooth - imagine running your fingers along the finest silk from China, just that but in a cream eyeshadow form that glides over lids just as beautifully. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">How long do we think it's going to take before I go back and decide between Blonde Opal or Black Pearl? </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My heart and bank balance goes out to anyone who has managed to find a dupe for these bad boys.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After sorting through my nail varnish collection and *weeps* throwing away some not too fresh looking ones, I made the decision that it was time to go on a bit of a lacquer spree. Having been well aware of the fact that I had some Boots points built up and an old love affair with Ballet Slippers and Bordeux, I headed to Essie where I found my new nude (bet you can't say that ten times in a row), <a href="http://www.essie.co.uk/Colours/sheers/mademoiselle.aspx" target="_blank">Mademoiselle</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I don't need to go into the formula of an Essie nail varnish, we get the drill - they're worth the price (and hype!). Still one thing that astounds me each and every time is the array of colours to choose from - it might just take you a lunch hour to find the perfect milky pink shade; which is exactly what this is. Clean, sharp and chic.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Due to the sheer tone to this shade, it takes some building up, I took my time and layered three coats but one coat of this will leave a natural, healthy finish to the nails. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For anyone who works in an industry where colourful nails at work is a no-go, or maybe just likes the simple look, then this is the nude to go to!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now, just to find enough fingers and toes to justify another round of lacquer shopping...</span><br />
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I've hit the nail on the head when it comes to healthy eating; the recipes I cook are full of goodness and outweigh the occasional dining out indulgence (and the food my eyes eat up over on <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/oliviasneg/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>), but there is one thing that goes hand in hand with healthy eating and it's not something I can shout so loudly about; exercise has never been my forte.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I don't know whether it's the fact that the sun has been glorious or because I know later this summer I will be taking part in Race For Life - whichever one it is, I've had the need for something active to get stuck into. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So far, I'm taking it slow. Where I live is very rural, a lot of countryside so there's beautiful views and very little people watching whilst I look like a tomato-faced hot mess, which is perfect for me! For years, being self conscious was what was stopping me taking my first step, but I've grown a lot since then and told myself I just need to get out there and tell myself "who's going to laugh at you for getting fit and losing weight?"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Power walking! Up those steps... raise those legs... get your heart rate going, all without pushing yourself to a run just yet. When you get to a stage where you feel warmed up and happy to take the leap, be it 5 minutes or 20, get your jog on. It's not as scary as it feels. Break with some power walking and build yourself back up to jogging. Repeat.</span></div>
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