AD | M&S School Wear & Uniform for the New Term

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A post around kidswear today. As part of my regular work with M&S, I'm looking at school uniform because how many of us have kids who've grown out of their uniform only 4 months into the school year?! This blog post is here to remind you that M&S keep all of their uniform in stock ALL year round, including in store in the bigger outlets - such a help for busy parents, or for those of us who didn't need to buy all new stuff in September but do now because of the growth.

AD Content in Blogging Explained | Blog Stuff

I've been asked a few times about the usage of AD declarations on my content so I've had this blog post on the back burner for a while. Mainly because it's all so confusing and as a lay-person, I was concerned about not knowing all of the finer details but I think I have a fair gist of it all a year on from the introduction of the regulations so I'm going to try to explain it as best I can.

M&S Goodmove | SS20 Arrivals | AD

For the first of my M&S posts this year, I'm looking at their new Goodmove range. Described as "an energetic and uplifting activewear edit",  Goodmove includes sports leggings in five new styles designed for different activities, sports bras and what M&S describe as “24/7 trainers” and jackets for the high street.

Most Recommended Mother of the Bride Shops | Northern Ireland (and beyond)

I'm asked about mother of the bride (and Groom!) all the time and I'm pretty useless at helping out as most of the shops I try on in tend to be on the casual side of things. I would know about a shop here and there because a friend has mentioned it but I have never felt fully able to provide a list of great places to visit. Until now!

10 Sale Bargains from Independent Retailers | Shopping

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To finishing my series of sale bargain blog posts, I've got 10 amazing items from local boutiques and businesses, all independent. Starting with local handbag brand, Zohara which is now at up to 70% off on the Bella Mia Boutique website. These are locally designed leather bags made from beautiful soft pebble and hardwearing saffiano leathers...so difficult to chose between them!

10 Sale Bargains from Hush | Shopping

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My second winter sales post is from another favourite brand that I don't buy that much from full price, but I do always visit when the sale goes to further reductions, i.e. now! 

In fairness, I will say that hush prices are not as off-putting as they used to be. I feel like they've actually eased off in the past 2 seasons, which is good because they seemed to race upwards for a number of years and the quality didn't always reflect them.

10 Sale Bargains from Boden | Shopping

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I'm one of those annoying 'end of the sale' people. I love nothing more than waiting until the 50% and 70% discounts roll in and snapping up something I've been watching for ages. By request, I'm going to do a few sales blog posts this week with an edit of great buys from some of my favourite online stores. All great quality beautiful items that are a fraction of their full price. 

Starting with a brand I haven't bought anything from in ages - Boden. I used to work with them regularly on the blog back in the day but I haven't heard from them in a long time. But I always take a look at their sale when it goes to 50/60% & have been seriously tempted by lots this season. Starting with these gorgeous loafers...

Rae Loafers - down to £39.20 from £89!

(also come in Red and Navy - reviews say best for narrow feet and to size up)

Staying with footwear - Boden do the most beautiful shoes and boots - these ankle boots are half price. Look at this gorgeous colour! Perfect for spring 

Stratford Ankle Boots - Ruby Ring

The stunning red coat below is down from £220 to £88. The collar, which I'm not a massive fan of, is removable which makes this coat wearable all year round. Lovely fitted shape - Boden do this so well:

Austen Coat with removable collar

These leather trainers are a great buy for spring/summer. Available in lots of sizes still at 50% off.

Platform Leather Trainers - £60

Boden is one of the best places to pick up leather goods. This animal print bag can be worn as a shoulder bag or a cross body and it's now half price.

Stamford Multiway Bag - Leopard/Black

The Estella Jumper is still left in some sizes. With 4% cashmere, it's got a few sizes left in this ivory colour way:

Estella Jumper - Ivory Rainbow

This Dog Person one is my favourite colour way in the Estella jumper with just size S left at the moment..

Estella Jumper - Dog Person

I feel like I've a real gap in my wardrobe for a cardigan so this one has caught my eye...it comes in this navy/camel colour way as well as camel/red:

Heidi Sparkle Trim Cardigan

Those of you who've had me do your wardrobe will know that I love a breton top but caution against buying them in every colour. Ivory with a navy stripe is the classic but I think this one with a bit of metallic detail is a nice twist on a classic. Reduced and available in a few sizes still!

Long Sleeve Breton - Ivory/Metallic

My 10th item is a no brainer sale purchase - gorgeous wool mix gloves in classic grey. Use them yourself, give them as a gift, keep them until next Christmas! There's a matching hat too!

Ribbed Gloves - £12

I'll be back later in the week with my hush picks - assuming I find 10 things there. Wish me luck! 

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New Year Plans | Blogging Stuff

Well it's taken me a few weeks to post this but the greetings are no less sincere - Happy New Year!
After a lovely Christmas break with lots of great family and friend time, I've struggled to get back into the blogging space but I thought it was about time I got some 2020 thoughts and plans written down - as much for myself as anything. Fail to plan and all that...