Hello Lovelies!
A bit of a random post but it's Friday and I've definitely got that Friday feeling! As Xmas is only around the corner and I'm not feeling overly Christmassy, a post dedicated to Christmas trees can surely help!
I love looking at everyone's Christmas trees, I'm fascinated by the way they're decorated, the colour, the decorations, whether they're real or fake. Nothing looks more magical than a beautifully decorated Xmas tree!
My favourite trees are the real ones. To me it doesn't feel like xmas without that amazing Christmas tree smell. I'm also one of those people who thinks the bigger the better, even if you have to saw the top off because it can't get through the door! It's only Christmas once a year!
This tree is a from somewhere I went last December, call it my xmas tree idol!
It's just so beautiful and a complete showstopper! My dream is to own this one day!
I also love this tree, although completely different, it can't help but get you excited for Xmas. Definitely one of those magical type of Christmas trees.
This grand tree is a Christmas tree classic at Blenheim Palace last week, it definitely fitted into its setting!
This year my trees are silver, white and light pink. I'm trying to replicate the top one but I somehow don't think you can really compare anything to this beauty!
I would love to know what your favourite xmas trees/colours for them are?
L x
Hello Lovelies!
I thought I'd share with you a lipstick love which I cannot stop wearing. It's a lipstick from Lipstick Queen. It's from their Sinner range and is in the shade Peachy Nude. I love wearing nude lipsticks and find that they're super handy to wear everyday even in Winter. This particular nude is pretty creamy and moisturising. It flatters any makeup look you wear with it! It's described as a warm peachy nude. What I can't get over with this whole sinner lipstick line, is that even though these lipsticks give a matte look, they are the most creamiest lipsticks ever! They actually feel pretty moisturising on your lips so definitely feel healthy for them! (Not that a lipstick is really healthy for your lips though!)
So say goodbye to dry cracked matte looking lips when you wear this!
Also this lipstick wears for such a long time, which is incredible especially for a nude! Overall I'm impressed by this lipstick, I will definitely love more lipsticks from the Sinner line as I love having a bit more coverage than the Saint line offers. I love this shade and it is one of those nudes which I know I'll be purchasing over and over again!
I love pairing this lipstick with MAC Nice 'N' Spicy Pro Longwear lip pencil, it creates such a beautiful combination!
Have you tried anything from Lipstick Queen?
L x
Morning Lovelies!
As it's Wednesday and sometimes we need a little midweek perking up!
Here's some things which always perk me up during the middle of the week!
Flowers:
My favourite flowers are Peonies and Orchids but to be honest I love any flower. They're so beautiful and always put a smile on my face! Flowers definitely change the atmosphere in any room.
Candles:
Switching off the lights and the room being lit by candlelight is just so magical. I love pretty much any type of candle! I've recently just got another Jo Malone candle flavour which I can't wait to start burning! The scents they give off are incredible.
Positive quotes:
Everyone probably knows that I love my positive quotes. However something which I love is these cute little pegs which I have, they are engraved with a different day for the whole week. They are perfect for pegging a daily quote or two!
So here's the offering from today:
"Minds are like flowers, they only open when the time is right"
These type of quotes always make me think and motivate me to start the day in a positive way!
What are your midweek pick me ups?
L x
Morning Lovelies!
As nothing beats feeling festive, I thought that Travel Tuesday should involve a little bit of England, because it always delivers that festive feeling over Christmas time. So over the weekend I took a little trip to the Cotswolds. It was one of those icy cold days with a bitter wind. I feel the cold pretty badly but soldiering on with numb fingers and toes I visited Blenheim Palace. I am so glad that I did because it is such a beautiful place. It has the most gorgeous parks and gardens. It's definitely a place which would be absolutely breathtaking in the summer and the photos would be seriously stunning.
After a long trek from the wrong car park, a pitstop in the cafe was in order to warm up. Then off to inside the palace I went. It is so beautiful, when you walk in you are greeted with the most spectacular chandelier, unfortunately I didn't get a snap of this but take my word for it, it's a chandelier that any chandelier dreams are made of! After looking in quite a lot of the rooms I headed to the great hall where there was a Christmas band playing carols. Hearing christmas carols definitely reminded me of my childhood and when the school made it compulsory to join the school choir regardless of the fact that you couldn't sing!
This atmosphere definitely gave me that Christmassy feeling!
Then I headed for a lovely little wander around the gardens and just took it all in. Sometimes nature and country walks can just make you feel really grateful and appreciative for all the things around you!
Then of course where would you find me? In the gift shop of course! I love these sort of shops, they always have the cutest selection of stuff. I end up buying stuff that I don't need but I did need pretty pencils and rubbers even though I've finished uni right?!!!!!
It was getting quite dark, so I wandered back to the car park. The train through the property had ended so I had to brave the cold wind and muddy path again! Once back in the car I warmed up with the heater and decided to go into the Cotswolds for some cosy pub action.
This came in the form of one of the most unique and beautiful pubs in the village of Kingham. It's called the Wild Rabbit Inn. There's a big roaring fire, cosy seats where blankets are provided if you get a bit chilly. Perfect for someone who can't deal with cold weather! There are even games you can use whilst you're there. It was such a lovely atmosphere, I just wish I could have fallen asleep in the comfy chairs! It's definitely an amazing and beautiful pub that I recommend you visit if you're in the Cotswolds! I didn't eat here, but I've heard that it is incredible and I can say I'll 100% be going back there!
Even though it may sound like I didn't do too much on this day, it felt so jam packed and it really was the perfect winter day!
Have you ever been to the Cotswolds/recommend anything?
L x
