I’m a big fan of a neutral colour palette - I think it’s a great way to provide a neutral base that you’re able to update with any colour trends. So when Desenio got in touch to ask if I was interested in choosing some of their frames and prints, I had to say yes!
Read MoreIn case you missed it, last weeks post focused on all things no buy and the self imposed rules I’ve put in place to impose this (you can read that about this here) and as part of the no buy year series, I’ll be sharing regular updates including money diaries a la Refinery29 - so it begins! As the first week in my no buy year, the below is full of promise, although I’m certain that I can probably cut my grocery bill down even more with a bit of planning. Here we go, the first money diary of the year…
Read MoreWhen I started my graduate job, I had big dreams. These dreams included a zero based budget and savings goals that in hindsight were slightly unrealistic and didn’t allow for me to purchase anything outside of the bare bare basics. But this year and 3 months into a new job, I’ve made it my new year’s resolution to pursue something of a no buy year. So here’s how it’s going to happen.
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I’m really fortunate to say that I’m still really close with my friends from university, to the point where we regularly still have a ‘friend-mas’ and see each other quite a bit. With two of my close friends from university, we meet up every two weeks (or so) for a day packed with Christmas movies, plenty of snacks (and a box of Thorntons Continental!) and a catch up. Chocolate and snacks are a key component to all our catch ups and the Thorntons Continental selection is the perfect way to show appreciation for loved ones and ‘Pass The Love On’.
Read MoreCan you feel the chill in the air? The leaves are slowly dusting the pavement and Starbucks has started serving Pumpkin Spice Lattes. It’s Autumn (officially). I’m ready to put away my summer dresses and break out my chunky knits - and with that comes a suitably festive wallpaper.
Read MoreI used to be one of those people who would buy every pair of earrings I saw without thinking about when I would wear them or if they were truly my style. It was a quick decision but one that meant I was surrounded by costume jewelry that simply collected dust. But years on, I’ve truly identified my style and know what type of thing I’m after which is how I discovered the hidden gem that is AU-Rate, a brand that creates truly stunning and delicate gold jewelry.
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