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The Gym Clothes That Have Lasted The Longest
My collection of gym clothes is something that I take serious pride in and honestly, I sometimes wonder if I was a gym instructor in another life with my love for athletic wear. And finding workout clothes that are not only functional, make you feel awesome but are long-lasting isn’t the easiest thing as so many things can lose shape within just a couple of months which is so frustrating. Over the years I’ve gathered together some awesome gym clothes that have lasted me nearly 5 years of exercise which is pretty damn awesome and these are the things that have been in my collection the longest.
Expectations vs Reality: Renovations
We’re currently in the process of renovating our lounge and whilst I was surrounded by paint and dust I got the idea for this post. There are so many blogs, Instagram profiles and YouTube channels dedicated to renovating houses and rooms but so often they skim over all the nitty-gritty. And when it came to making changes in our home I was not prepared for everything that goes into it and there are so many things I wish people would talk about more when it comes to the whole renovation process.
Your Weekend Reading, Watch & Listen List #11
Happy August! I always try so hard not to start these posts talking about the weather or how fast the year is going but it’s impossible. July was the hottest month on record and even though I certainly don’t want any more 38 degree days anytime soon I’m not quite ready to say goodbye to summer yet as I know this month is going to whizz by and before we know it we’ll be in September. The recent heatwave did mean staying in a little more with Josie & Edie as it wasn’t safe for them to be outside so I’ve got quite a good read, watch and listen list for you this week.
A New Skincare Brand To Add To Your Collection | AD
-this is a paid collaboration with Cetraben skincare-
When it comes to my skin whether it be on my face or my body as of right now I tend to prefer to go for products that are kind and nourishing over anything else as the older I get the more I feel that's what I need. And the latest brand to join my skincare ranks is Cetraben and the products that I’ve been testing out have been exactly what my skin has needed as of late and here are all the details on them and a little more about the brand.
Summer Staples For Keeping Cool & Confident
Just in case you’ve been living under a rock, we’ve had a crazy heatwave in the UK with quite frankly terrifying temperatures of 38 degrees. And of course, when I’m writing this it’s raining outside but I’m hoping we won’t have said goodbye to the more reasonable warm weather just yet as there is nothing that makes me happier than waking up to the sunshine and these are my favourite style pieces for keeping cool & feeling confident in warmer climates.
Our Current House Renovation Plans
As my boyfriend and I have shelved the conversation of moving for a little while we’re ready to make some more changes to our home. We’re not doing anything crazy or too expensive because we know we’re going to be moving in the next couple of years and have to be realistic with what adds value to the house and what is just to our taste as house renovations add up real fast. Our bathroom renovation was undoubtedly the biggest thing we took on and 8 months on we’re still so happy with the finished result and we’re hoping we’ll be just as happy with the results of all our other plans.
My Most Loved Primers Right Now
-this post contains PR samples-
Primer is one of those products that you use and love or you think is a waste of time. For me, it’s always something that I’ve been a fan of since I properly got into beauty a few years ago and it completely changed not only how my base looks but how they perform too. Over the years not only have I loved reaching for a primer when I’m wearing a full face of makeup but also when I’m going makeup-free too as they can give the complexion a boost with minimal effort. And these are my most loved primers for doing exactly that at the moment.
What My Workday Looks Like Right Now
I’m in a good rhythm with work at the moment, my day to day tasks change obviously but the general routine I’m in is the same which I love because I thrive when I’m in a good routine that allows a little bit of time for everything. Whenever I see posts like from fellow freelancers I’m always interested to see what their workday looks like as we all work to a different rhythm which is awesome. One of the best things about working for yourself is finding what quite literally works for you and this is what I’ve found is the best for me when it comes to how I work.
My Favourite Books That Have Helped My Mental Health
For me, when it comes to learning more about not only my own mental health struggles with the subject as a whole I like to take my comfort from books. The online space is of course, wonderful and there are so many awesome people sharing their story which has been incredibly helpful in raising awareness and I know I wouldn’t feel so safe talking about my struggles online if it weren't for those people. But I take so much solace in books and these are all the books that I’ve learnt so much from in the past few years.