Kids designer clothing is something we might all think is a great idea when we are pregnant and dreaming of what sort of parent we would like to be. I was pretty clueless about the realities of parenting when I became pregnant for the first time. As the youngest child
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How to style denim for work
Denim has stood the test of time. Although dress codes for offices are becoming more informal, it’s still nice to feel professional and dress appropriately when heading to your job. This is why wearing denim for your nine-to-five can be tricky particularly when so many of us associate it with hobbies and holidays
The secrets behind Queen Elizabeth II’s fashion
Leading with grace, dignity and duty, Queen Elizabeth II is Britain’s longest serving monarch, having become the first British monarch to Sapphire Jubilee in February last year – marking 65 years on the throne. As well as being an outstanding leader, Queen Elizabeth has also been celebrated for her impeccable fashion
Allta – a new fashion range with tall women in mind
Allta is an exciting new fashion brand with tall women in mind. I love how the brand promotes high quality natural fabrics and yarns with an emphasis on sustainability. I always wanted to be tall and some people would say I am. However my Mum and Grandma were taller than myself.
The perfect interview outfit – a graduate guide
It’s super stressful when you’re coming up to graduation. Juggling late nights at the library for revision, spending hours meeting that 10,000-word target for your dissertation, and trying to find a job to walk into after graduation can feel very overwhelming. It's a competitive environment out there and it can
Workwear Makeover – Functional and Stylish
As the cliché goes - you are what you wear – fashion has always been an important part of people’s life. It represents who they are and what they regard as stylish. This is the reason why big name brands like Alexander McQueen, Gucci and Versace have made huge leaps
Finding the perfect prom dress
Finding the perfect prom dress can seem like a huge challenge but I like to think of it as a whole lot of fun. Proms are increasingly popular and a time to make lasting memories. Some of those memories can be made as you anticipate the night itself and choose
Men swear by River Island for jeans
We are definitely a male-dominated household with two sons aged 12 and 17 and my husband plus 2 male dogs. We had to get a female kitten to redress the balance a bit recently. I digress from the point of this post which is to describe the various clothing choices of
Bride Or Not: How To Make Wedding Preparation Less Stressful!
There’s something very magical about receiving an invitation to a wedding. Someone you know is celebrating their love for another person and wants you to be a part of their special day. Now comes another exciting part as you start planning for the big day. You begin to root through your
Timeless trends in the fashion world
This year I have decided to lose the leggings and baggy T-shirt look and to experiment with fashion again. I think so many mums can lose their way when it comes to expressing themselves through their outfits. Practical clothing is OK but can make us look like clones when we already
Simply Be review
When Simply Be get in touch to ask if you would like to take a look at their collections for Spring, you jump at the chance. It's a well-known and trusted brand. I do have one little complaint though and that is that I spent literally hours browsing their site as
Great dresses for Spring
Great dresses for Spring are on my mind for two reasons. Firstly, we are getting occasional sunny days with blue skies so I do feel the new season might be here soon. It is long overdue if you ask me after cold and rainy days for months. Secondly, I have
Discovering a new fashion brand LOTD
LOTD are an up-and-coming Manchester-based fashion brand. I had not heard of them before but I am so glad that I have now. They offered to help me work on my style and let's fact it I need all the assistance I can get on that front. It is so easy
Making a jacket work for any occasion
Our online shopping habits have gotten out of hand, with our basket piling up with products that we would love to have — but the checkout looks pricier than we expected. Starting from scratch, it’d be nice to be ‘out with the old and in with the new’! But really,
How to refresh your winter wardrobe
How to refresh your winter wardrobe may not be your top priority as you juggle work, money and parenting. However, investing in something new cheers the soul and it is fun to inject some colour into your life at this drab time of year. Here are some items that have taken