Pregnancy update: 24 weeks

This week was a bit of a roller coaster and if you are up to date with my posts, you probably know why. If not, you can read all about it here. I almost passed out when I was out on my own and it was really scary. I mentioned that I made an appointment with my GP to make sure everything is fine. 

Bourjois Aqua Laque Lipsticks

I am a bit late to the party, but I finally got round to reviewing Bourjois Aqua Laque Lipsticks* (£8.99 each). They look very similar to the Rouge Edition Velvet Lipsticks, but the formula and the finish are totally different. If you love glossy lips, you have to give these a go!

New from Crownbrush

I mentioned Crownbrush makeup on the blog in the past and I am obsessed with their Liquid Rose Gold Highlighter. They also do an amazing foundation! I was kindly sent some of their new makeup releases to try out and I wanted to share a quick post to let you see what's available. I even managed to take some photos of me wearing the products. Yay :)

Pregnancy is a scary time!

I wasn't planning to write this post, but after experiencing something super scary today, I just had to share my experience. I mentioned in my last update, that when I went for a walk to the shop with Zachary, I experienced really bad back pain and started getting contractions... Well... today was a totally different story and I have been in tears all day.

Benefit Do The Hoola Kit

Benefit makeup sets are absolutely adorable and their new Do The Hoola Kit* is ideal for those who love a bronzed complexion, long lashes and juicy lips. Packed with 5 amazing products, including an new liquid Hoola bronzer, the kit is available exclusively from QVC and you can get it for only £23.16. Bargain!

Pregnancy Update: 19-23 weeks

I am 23 weeks pregnant today and my bump is huge :) Which is great, as there is no confusion anymore. Still fat, but definitely visibly pregnant. I love having a round, firm bump and I love the way it looks in tight tops. We just came back from Poland and I am exhausted. Flying with a toddler while pregnant is hard work. He was well behaved on the plane, but the waiting and queues were a bit stressful. We met our beautiful niece and Zachary fell in love with her. He kept touching her little hands and kissing her face. Soooo cute!

Fashion: Carvela Laurel Leopard Print Flats

I have a slight obsession with leopard print and the only shoes I currently wear are pumps, so these Carvela Laurel Leopard Print Flats* (House Of Fraser) were the perfect pair for me. The colour is totally different than anything I already own so they add a nice touch to plain outfits (I mostly wear black and grey).

Pregnancy update: It's a girl!

If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know that when we went for our 20 weeks scan, we found ot the gender of our baby and... we are having a little girl. I am soooo excited! I have always wanted a boy and a girl, so I couldn't be happier with the news. Zachary will be an awesome big brother :)

My Little Dream Box (April)

I wasn't 100% happy with last months edition of My Little Box, so I had high hopes for this months offering - My Little Dream Box. The theme sounded right up my street and once I had a look inside, I was absolutely delighted with the contents! YAY!

Jo Malone Vanilla & Anise Cologne

Jo Malone Vanilla & Anise Cologne* (£82.00) is possibly the most expensive fragrance in my collection. Yes, it definitely is. It is my first Jo Malone cologne and I wasn't sure what to get, but my vanilla obsession made me pick Vanilla & Anise :)

What's In My Makeup Bag

I haven't done a 'What's in my makeup bag' post in ages, so here is an updated one. I wanted to show you exactly what was in the bag, so I photographed all the contents after a day out, without planning anything or adding/removing products. It's the real deal :) 

Spring Wishlist

I love a good wishlist, so I thought I will put together a selection of items I have my eye on :) There is always something I want.... let's be honest :) I actually have a couple of excuses now, as my baby bump is growing fast, I need a hospital bag and some new comfy flats for Spring.

Current skincare favourites

Skincare is very personal and what works for me might not be ideal for you, but I like sharing my favourites sometimes. I have been trying to stick to the same products for a while and my skin seems to be happy with this little routine, so I thought I will let you know what I have been using.

Chocolate chip cookies and cream no-bake cake recipe

Baking is not my forte, but I enjoy occasional sweet treats, especially if they don't require actual baking, haha. My recent creation is this dreamy chocolate chip cookies and cream fridge cake and it is the most simple cake I have ever made. Seriously, it takes about 15 minutes to make.

New decor bits

 I love refreshing my home decor and I often add new bits and pieces to the living room. From new cushion covers, to little ornaments and fresh flowers - it is quite easy to switch things up.

Pregnancy Update: 17-19 weeks

I will probably start every update with the words 'I can't believe I am ... weeks', haha. Honestly... It feels like I just had my dating scan, but I am 19 weeks pregnant today! Whaaaat? My bump is growing and I can feel the baby move properly at least once/twice a day. It's just amazing and just as magical as the first time, although I have less time to think about it. Also... I am absolutely terrified of labour, because I now know what to expect. I don't think it can be worse than the last time though.... 

My Little Superbox

The March edition of My Little Box* is the Superbox and as you can see -  it is bright, fun and super hero inspired. Was I impressed with the contents?

6 popular trends right now.

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If you’re interested in fashion or you just want to upgrade your appearance and personal brand, then it’s always worth thinking about exploring the latest fashion trends. In 2025, there are lots of different ways to update your vibe, and ensure that you look and feel good. Here are some of the trends everyone is loving right now.


New in from Bourjois

I am a bit late to the party with these, but as a Bourjois addict I have to share my thoughts with you. The most exciting release for me is definitely the ultra black Liner Pinceau, but I also I fell in love with the new Colorband Shadow/Liner Sticks and the new shades of Color Boost Lip Crayons. Great value for money and stunning colours.

Nails Inc Victoria Beckham Duo

I received the Nails Inc VVB Duo* before Christmas and I was very impressed with the formula of the polishes, the design of the bottles and the colours. I am still loving both  shades and I think they are perfect for Spring.

Current Non-Beauty Favourites

Oh my... I can't believe my last post was published on the 24th of February. Oooops! I am blaming it on my pregnancy... I don't have any beauty favourites to share with you this month, but... I have plenty of random bits and bobs to talk about. From home fragrance to colouring and tea :)

Pregnancy Update: 13-15 weeks


I can't believe I am almost 4 months pregnant! Just when I thought I was going to feel great for the next 6 months, me & Zachary got the flu (AGAIN!) and it was worse than ever! Apparently there are 4 different strains of flu around at the moment. Fab... I had fever for a couple of days, a bad cough, blocked sinuses and... wait for it.... conjunctivitis! Again, I caught it from Zachary, who brought it from nursery. I am sick of all the nursery germs! Grrrrrrrrrrr!!! He is going back on tomorrow, so I am worried that he will bring another disease home! It's hell! 

My Little Frenchie Box

I apologise for the lack of posts lately, but with the full family being ill (again!), I am finding it hard to juggle everything. I really wanted to share the contents of this months My Little Box* with you though, so I am back with a quick review and lots of photos.

Pregnancy Update: 13 weeks (bye, bye 1st trimester!)

I am now officially in my 2nd trimester and I can honestly feel a massive difference in the way I feel. My nausea is gone, I am not exhausted anymore, I am not ill and I am actually feeling great! Fingers crossed it continues to go smoothly for the next 6 months. 

New makeup bits + makeup look

My makeup collection is a bit out of control, but I am always excited to try new products or brands. I am sure you can relate to my obsession, haha :) The newest additions to my stash are the Laura Geller Primer, a couple of Topshop gems from Feelunique, Claudia Louch Foundation and Powder, some of new Bourjois launches and Benefit Rollerlash. With lots of new bits and bobs to try out, I decided to create a quick makeup look as well, just in case you missed my face :) 

Comfy date night outfit

My husband and I don't do date nights as often as we would like to, but when we do, I still prefer to keep my outfit quite casual. We don't actually go'out out' (I hate parties, clubs etc), so having proper party pieces would be an absolute waste of money for me. I like things I can wear on many occasions, easy to dress up and down.

Valentine's Day Treats

With Valentine's Day being only 2 days away, I thought I will share some last minute ideas.

LIB Get The Gloss Beauty Insider's Kit

Latest In Beauty never fail to impress with their boxes and the new Get The Gloss Beauty Insider's Kit* (£19.95 +p&p) is absolutely amazing! With the contents worth £116, it is a real bargain and it features a big selection of products, including luxury brands like GlamGlow, Therapie, Shiseido, Laura Mercier and more.

His & Hers Daniel Wellington Watches

I am a big fan of Daniel Wellington watches and I have a couple of DW designs in my collection. They are classy, well made and absolutely beautiful. I was recently offered a chance to pick not one, but two DW watches for me and my husband to celebrate Valentine's Day and I couldn't resist going matchy matchy :) 

I am pregnant with baby No.2 :)

I couldn't be happier to finally share the news with you! I am 11 weeks pregnant with baby number 2 and keeping the secret since finding out right before Christmas was torture :) haha. 

Ash Spiral Boots

I have been lusting after a pair of Ash ankle boots for absolute ages, so when I stumbled across a pair of their Spiral boots on ebay, they had to be mine. I managed to snap them up at a fraction of the retail price as well. Happy days! 

Makeup Revolution Radiant Lights

 Keeping up with all new Makeup Revolution launches is almost impossible :) They bring out new products constantly, all of them at very affordable prices. I am a bit late to the party with Radiant Lights*, but they were named Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder dupes by many bloggers, so I had to compare them for you.

Plenish Juices

Since it's January and it's officially the 'detox season', I thought I will mention my experience with Plenish. I am a big fan of juicing and I often drink fresh veg/fruit juices to nourish my body, speed up my metabolism or even as a short cleanse. Some people do juice cleanses for a couple of days, some do it for weeks or even months. I personally wouldn't do it for longer than a week and my longest cleanse lasted for 3 days.

Brand Spotlight: Weleda

I decided to do more brand spotlight edits this year and I am starting with one of my favourite natural brands - Weleda. I have been a fan of their products for a quite a long time and some of them became my everyday essentials and regular repurchases.

Savings advice I would give to my younger self.



Do you ever feel like you don't know what's happening to all your money, despite living quite a modest life? We have all been there, right? I know I have. It was understandable when I was a student, but with two adults working full time it was time to save for our future together. 

Inglot HD Sculpting Powders

I consider my makeup unfinished without a little bit of contouring, so I couldn't wait to get my mitts on some of the Inglot's HD Sculpting Powders. The counter I bought these from only had 6 shades available at the time, but I can see 12 on the website at the moment, so I think they recently expanded the range.

Blogging On The Go / Acer Aspire Switch 10

The main laptop I use for blogging is absolutely huge and super heavy. I love using it at home, but whenever I am travelling, I need something more compact. My new Acer Aspire Switch 10* is exactly what I was looking for and it is definitely the most versatile tablet I have ever used.

MAC Hug Me Lipstick

I am not a MAC addict and I think that their prices are quite steep without a PRO discount, but I like most of their products. I picked up MAC Hug Me (£15.50) when I got the Absolutely It Lip Pencil and they became my go to lip combo. Sooo gorgeous!

Fashion: Ash Jess Boots

After buying my first pair of Ash boots, I couldn't wait to expand my collection. My black Ash Spiral boots are simply the most comfortable boots I have ever owned and I live in them at the moment. I will be reviewing them on the blog soon, but today I want to show you the newest addition to my shoe wardrobe - Ash Jess Boots*.

How to Refresh Your Kitchen Instantly

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There is something super satisfying about a kitchen that looks and feels good, and that means looking at ways that you can upgrade it, especially as we move into a new year. You want to cook in a space that feels fresh and exciting, rather than cook in a space that feels old and outdated. You don't have to break the bank to do it, of course, but your kitchen definitely deserves your attention.


MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Absolutely It

I very rarely get a chance to try/swatch MAC products in real life, so when I was flying to visit my family at the beginning of December, I had to pop into MAC to get a couple of things at Duty Free prices :) Yay! One of the products I picked up is the MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil (£15.00) in Absolutely It and it is simply stunning!

Life lately


Merry Christmas Everyone! I hope you are having a lovely time, relaxing with your family and indulging in yummy food :) I might share some Christmas snaps on my mummy & baby blog at the weekend but today I wanted to tell you about things I have been loving lately :)

Super Sparkly Christmas Nails

Have you picked your Christmas nail colour yet? I have. I am going for super sparkly gold glitter with a touch of pink. I was torn between this and classic red, but I opted for glitter overload :)

Last Minute Gifts

Due to many delays and lost parcels, I have another gift guide for you, but this time it is a bit of a mix :) From hair tools and beauty gadgets, to earphones and fragrance. You can get most of the products mentioned in this post instore, but you can also order online today and pick a speedy delivery option.

Sneak Peek Of My Christmas Decor

I had a different blog post planned for today, but there was a change of plans due to delivery delays etc. Instead of my usual beauty rambles, I am showing you a little sneak peek of my Christmas decorations. :)

How To Add A Touch Of Modernism To Your Home


Modern home design is all about simplicity, clean lines, and making every space practical. Bringing a touch of modernism into your home isn't about a complete overhaul. It's about small, thoughtful changes that make a big impact. Why go modern? Well, it can instantly refresh your space. Modern elements make your home feel sleek, open, and uncluttered. Plus, it's versatile. Think of it as giving your home a glow up. A way to keep things fresh, stylish, and totally you.


What Happens When Burnout Goes Unchecked?

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Burnout isn’t just being tired. It’s that deep, unshakable exhaustion that comes from giving too much for too long, with nothing left to give. Yet so many people try to pretend it’s not there. They push through, keep going, and convince themselves that “it’ll get better soon.”

A Holistic Approach to Healing and Health

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Injuries, whether big or small can tip the delicate physical-mental-emotional balance we are all attempting to achieve. Injuries can cause long-lasting mental anguish above and beyond the immediate physical harm, especially if they are bad enough to prevent you from doing the things you love. Here are some recovery tips which you might find helpful.


Win a Selection Of Hair Tools with Lidl

Fancy winning some hair tools? Lidl offered my readers a selection of their new Britney Spears styling tools, including hair straighteners, a multi-styler, a hot air styler, a hairdryer and an ionic hairbrush. You can find out more about the full range here.

Floral Dr Martens Boots

 I tend to pick more 'elegant' shoes these days (preferably black ankle boots), but I have always wanted to own a pair of floral Dr. Martens boots so when the opportunity arose, I jumped at the chance. Was it the right choice?

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