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November Outfits Post #WIWT
November is always a busy month, because it is when the road to Christmas really begins. So this month has been filled with really lovely events, shows and parties which has been a great excuse to get into my second wardrobe. This is one that lives in my son’s room and contains my party wear, the clothes covered in sequins, sparkle and glitter. Because, if you can’t sparkle at this time of year, I’m really not sure when you can. As ever, I have tried to link to pieces that are in shops now, or have featured alternatives in similar styles, cuts and colours. My second wardrobe is one that…
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Stocking Fillers from Tegen Hair Accessories
You may be just getting those last few Christmas presents, or may be only just starting and already fretting over what to buy, so I am going to be spending the next week pointing you in the direction of some gift ideas, and I’m starting with some beautiful hair accessories from Tegen Accessories. Tegen stock a wonderful range of hair accessories, including barettes, hair claws, combs and bobbles, many of which have been handcrafted in France. The collection is beautiful, and contains many items that would make wonderful stocking fillers, particularly for those who love to dress their crowning glory. I was sent some beautiful pieces from Tegen which show…
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Santa Arrives at House of Fraser, Birmingham
Every child loves a visit to Santa, and, if you are in Birmingham, the most beautiful and magical grotto of them all is the one that opened at House of Fraser on Thursday. The House of Fraser Grotto is this year working in association with the Birmingham Children’s Hospital, with all proceeds going directly to the hospital. With this in mind it was fitting that the grotto was officially opened by patients from the hospital in a lovely, moving ceremony. The thing I love about the House of Fraser Grotto, apart from the wonderful charity element, is that it clearly has children in mind and totally understands them. It understands…
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Merry Glitzmas from Book your Lifestyle
The coming of the 1st of December means the countdown to Christmas is real. Most of us started the morning by opening a window on our advent calendars, maybe munching on a small chocolate treat, or, if we were really lucky, opening one of those fabulous beauty advents that contain everything from skincare to nail polish, and all things beauty in between. If you weren’t lucky enough to have an advent calendar, never fear. The Internet is currently awash with virtual advent calendars where you can win all sorts of prizes, just by opening a virtual window or entering a competition. One of the best ones around if you are…
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Treasure Island – Pirates arrive at the Birmingham Rep
Firstly, I’d like to point out that this was not quite what I expected when I arrived at the Birmingham Rep to review this year’s seasonal offering, Treasure Island. I was expecting a rip roaring yarn featuring cartoon pirates, a stage glistening with gold and treasure and ‘x’ marks the spot. In short, I was expecting a panto version of the Robert Louis Stephenson classic. What I actually got was a deliciously dark pirate and treasure story, with a healthy smattering of girl power that the Spice Girls themselves would’ve been proud of. In short, it’s a real festive treat, albeit one with not a hint of Christmas. Photo credit:…
