tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22625329290441485632024-02-14T20:55:01.175+00:00Laura Stanley-Bratley | UK Fashion & Beauty BlogAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12073566101382496841noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2262532929044148563.post-29758712265517634302014-02-13T14:34:00.000+00:002014-02-13T14:34:16.909+00:00DRY SKIN EDIT | BEST MOISTURISERS UNDER £10<center>
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For most people, dull and dry skin is just a winter occurrence. For me, a super dry skin and occasional psoriasis sufferer, this is how my face always looks. It's a blessing and a curse. I rarely get spots because of the lack of skin oil but instead I get red patches and a dull tone. </div>
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Cold winter weather and super hot heating really make my skin flare up during these months so I thought I would write a a small series on the best products for dry skin - you would be surprised at how little has been written about this skin type!</div>
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Starting with moisturisers, I have been testing some drugstore classics and a few newer products all easily accessible and coming in at under £10!</div>
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<u><b><a href="http://www.feelunique.com/p/Weleda-Skin-Food-75ml" target="_blank">Weleda Skin Food for Dry and Rough Skin</a></b></u> Starting with priciest product, Skin Food is beauty industry favourite and apparently used by Victoria Beckham. Those that follow me on <a href="https://twitter.com/LStanleyBratley" target="_blank">Twitter</a> will know I have been raving about this product. It's an incredibly thick cream with a bit of a tacky texture so requires some warming up before use but I find that if I use this before bed, I wake up with much softer skin! I have the 30ml tube which has lasted ages because you only need a tiny bit. Have I mentioned the smell? I still can't work out what it is exactly but it's super fresh and a bit like lemon/orange rinds!</div>
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/soft+creme/nivea-creme-pot-50ml/invt/89176" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Nivea Creme Pot</a> There's a reason this product has been around for so long! A beauty classic that I'm sure every female (and probably male) family member has used - I know it's one of my mum's faves! Nivea Creme is super thick, luxurious, extremely moisturising, a perfect day or night cream AND comes in at less than £1 for the 50ml 'throw in your bag' tub! I also find a little bit on a cotton pad is a very gentle way to remove face make up.</div>
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<a href="http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=256154362" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Nivea Daily Essentials Rich Moisturising Day Cream for Dry and Sensitive Skin</a> Another Nivea product if you're not sold on the last one (in which case you might be a little mad!) This is a lighter version of the Creme Pot and soaks into the skin very quickly without any residue. It's twice the price of the Creme Pot and I do think this might be might be more suited to the sensitive skin market however; if you need a lighter cream, this is the one.</div>
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Garnier-Skin-Naturals-Moisture-Match-Goodbye-Dry-Ultra-Hydrating-Rich-Cream-50ml_1299041/" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Garnier Moisture Match Goodbye Dry</a> The final product is part of a skin type moisturiser series from Garnier. There are five different creams for five skin types and I, of course, have the dry to very dry skin version. This is another thick and luxurious cream but it's a little bit different to the other products. It's a little greasy (which it claims not to be) but I quite like that in a face cream because it feels hydrating and normally means it's full of good oils (this has Camellia oil for nourishment) I would recommend this as a night cream because of the greasiness and slower soak in time but you will wake up with beautiful soft skin in the morning! </div>
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The next post in the series will be the best foundations for dry skin followed by exfoliants and masks! Let me know if there is anything you want me to test in the comments!</div>
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There's only six days left until Valentine's Day and if you're still without a card for your beloved then I have a treat for you. I've rounded up some of the best cards on <b><u><a href="https://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a></u></b> for a unique, handmade token that will put a smile on your Valentine's face. Most of the sellers are incredibly fast and reliable with postage so get your orders in ASAP to ensure your card arrives on time! Click on the images below to be taken to the shop and enjoy!</div>
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So, after a week of Grammy-related headline grabbing Beyonce news, I started thinking - what happened to Solange?<br />
I've always had a little soft spot for B's younger, cooler and highly underrated sister. Her EP, <u><b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGkPtxgWaHc">True</a></b></u> was my bath time soundtrack for the whole of last year and my summer wardrobe purely consisted of clashing patterns after watching the <b><u><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hy9W_mrY_Vk">Losing You</a></u></b> video..<br />
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Unless you lived under a rock last year, you will know that her face/style was pretty much in every magazine. My favourite trend will always be monochrome but every time I saw Solange, out went the black and white and in came patterned two pieces and metallic wedges.</div>
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Since there's no news of an album release, I decided it was a good excuse to get my daily Solange quota through pretty pictures and some strong styling!<br />
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Nail polishes are something you will find in every room of my house. The collection is endless. One of my New Year's resolutions was to look after my nails. After a few acrylic nightmares, my nails had gotten weak, bendy and generally worse for wear. The past 17 days has been a whirl wind of <u><a href="http://www.allbeauty.com/productPaging.php?productId=132375&ref=%7Badtype%7D&utm_source=%7Badtype%7D&utm_medium=FREE&cm_mmc=%7Badtype%7D-_-Free-_-Listing-_-132375&currency=GBP&country=48&&gclid=CI29lajN-7sCFSMewwod5F4Afw"><b>Sally Hansen Nailgrowth Miracle Salon Strength Treatment</b></a></u> and <u><b><a href="http://uk.loccitane.com/l'occitane-shea-butter-hand-cream,83,1,29994,271739.htm" target="_blank">L'OCCITANE Shea Butter Hand Cream</a></b></u>. I'm definitely seeing a massive difference already and if you don't already own these items, get your purse out and whip them up!<br />
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<a href="http://www.ciate.co.uk/encore" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">CIATE IN ENCORE</a>* If you're after an alternative to red then this is your shade. It's a beautiful tomato based orange with a muted shine finish. It's long lasting, trans-seasonal and one coat has great opacity!<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.superdrug.com/barry-m-cosmetics/barry-m-nail-paint-red-black/invt/565168" target="_blank">BARRY M NAIL PAINT IN RED BLACK</a></u> Barry M can bit a bit iffy with their polishes. I think their collection of colours can be incredible but the durability isn't great. For the price you cannot complain and I can forgive them for this polish because the shade is beautiful - a deep red wine with a high gloss finish. It goes on a bit watery but bare with it. It will build up to a rich dark and opaque colour.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.superdrug.com/maybelline-colorshow-brocades-221-wovenskyline/invt/785858" target="_blank">MAYBELLINE COLOURSHOW BROCADES IN WOVEN SKYLINE</a></u> I don't actually own many Maybelline polishes but this collection caught my eye in the aisles of Superdrug. It's a very unique formula with small and chunky silver glitters in a black base that comes up as a shimmery purple in bright light. I often find that there are two types of glitter polishes - ones that take forever to removes from your nails (normally a finer milled glitter) and ones that are quite easily chipped. This took really well and with a nice coat of <u><a href="http://www.asos.com/Seche/Seche-Vite--Dry-Fast-Coat/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=654940" target="_blank"><b>Seche Vite</b></a></u>, stayed on my hands for a good five days.<br />
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Today, 90's supermodel, Kate Moss turns 40. When I heard the news, I took to <b><u><a href="http://instagram.com/laurastanleybratley" target="_blank">Instagram</a></u></b> and posted a photograph of one of Mossy's best moments. Then I thought, why decide on one picture when I can post all the <b><u><a href="http://instagram.com/funkyoffish" target="_blank">#funkyoffish</a></u></b> Kate Moss photographs in a blog post?! </div>
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Firstly, I hope everyone had the best Christmas! Mine was lovely and I am now carrying a layer of turkey and Quality Street round my waist.</div>
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So it's been a few weeks and my blog has been collecting dust! Everything has become so hectic recently and a lot has happened! </div>
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Those of you that follow me on <a href="https://twitter.com/LStanleyBratley">Twitter</a> will know that my puppy, Badger had to have an operation. She's obsessed with eating anything she can get her little paws on which resulted in a mass of plastic, fluff and more plastic being formed in her stomach and intestine and needing to be removed. It made her really sick, dehydrated and unresponsive (and I just want to say, it's so easy to just assume your pet is fine when they're ill but always take them to the vet if they're not themselves. We almost didn't take Badger, and she wouldn't be alive now if we hadn't) Anyways, after the operation she was back to her usual bouncy self but it was still a very draining twenty four hours!</div>
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So, I've been reading a lot of end of year review posts this week and thought I would get involved and write mine. Unfortunately 2013 hasn't been the best year for me. I made some awful mistakes - particularly work related and the past six months have been horrible. However I did start my blog and been able to do some amazing things because of it! So instead of dwelling on my horrible year, I thought I would write a more positive look at 2014.</div>
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<u>Travel</u> - I really want to book a weekend to New York (pretend I'm in Girls) go to Berlin (pretend it's 1920's) and me and my boyfriend need to go to Paris (pretend I'm French)! Next year is all about experiences for me and I want to see as much as possible! I'm not the kind of girl that desperately needs to go trekking around Nepal, there's so many much closer places to see first!</div>
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<u>Find something and stick to it</u> - There are thousands of things I want to do in my tiny lifetime and I plan on achieving most of them. Now 22, I have had so many jobs in various sectors and in everyone I want to work my way up. Some less aspirational than others, but no matter what I always want to be the best. At everything. So I need to find a route to becoming the best fashion writer/web designer/nail technician/editor/blogger/stylist/photographer/doctor/person who names nail polishes.</div>
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Six years ago Katie was a poor graduate, queuing for her dole money every two weeks and struggling to pay off her student debts. Now she's an established British designer and very much in demand for various collaboration projects. She's friends with Kanye West and has dressed Rihanna and Lady Gaga in her bold and unique designs.</center>
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006 | For some reason, I didn't know Topshop sold watches. I've just never looked into it.. This <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/bags-accessories-1702216/watches-2497426/zadig-and-voltaire-rock-scribble-heart-watch-2510521?utm_medium=affiliate&network=linkshare&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-Rrh.7rWE7OUZqVsbRQvFew&cmpid=ukls_deeplink&_$ja=tsid:19906|prd:Hy3bqNL2jtQ"><b>Rock Scribble Heart watch by Zadig and Volitaire</b></a> is the right balance of chunky gold yet dainty enough for the female wrist. The heart detail is really pretty and unique too.</center>
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007 | As I am forever mentioning, Topshop can do no wrong when it comes to boots. These are the <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/boots-460/premium-peace-chunky-boots-2485506?utm_medium=affiliate&network=linkshare&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-HqWdop8jhfvb6MIgqdUkXw&cmpid=ukls_deeplink&_$ja=tsid:19906|prd:Hy3bqNL2jtQ"><b>Peace Chunky boots</b></a> and probably the most expensive ones I've found but I just love the cutaway detail and the buckles.</center>
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008 | I really love plaid and I'm a bit scared for the end of winter, when it's all over and it seems really 'last season' by the time September comes round again. It's such a classic pattern and I think it should be appreciated all year round (in case you hadn't noticed, it's my favourite pattern!) I love these <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/trousers-447/check-cigarette-trousers-2495289?utm_medium=affiliate&network=linkshare&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-qfhr._19nsjPr2X1Sp1OZw&cmpid=ukls_deeplink&_$ja=tsid:19906|prd:Hy3bqNL2jtQ"><b>check cigarette trousers</b></a> in a purple and green plaid. They would still look really sweet in Summer with loafers and a tie top.</center>
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009 | How cute is this <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/new-in-this-week-2169932/new-in-this-week-493/view-all-956/chunky-yellow-chain-necklace-2501579?utm_medium=affiliate&network=linkshare&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-L2fA27GKkTViMG4w5umkZQ&cmpid=ukls_deeplink&_$ja=tsid:19906|prd:Hy3bqNL2jtQ"><b>necklace</b></a>? I love a splash of colour against a dark winter palette but this would also be great for colour blocking!</center>
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010 | Every week I fall in love with a new coat and this week it's the <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=13241730&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=TS07M11ECHT&resultCount=1&geoip=home"><b>Wool Notch Neck coat</b></a> in a light mustard colour. It reminds of the same style coat <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQdnuL6YRBc"><b>Audrey Hepburn worn in Breakfast at Tiffany's</b></a> but much more boxy. Again, this is another great item for colour blocking!</center>
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011 | I jumped on the holographic train far too late. After trying so hard to be a grown up, I give in and want my life to be silver and shiny. I desperately need these <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/topshop_notion_cross_over_mid/thing?context_id=106056060&context_type=collection&id=98199510"><b>sandals</b></a> but want that heel just a touch higher!</center>
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I think we can all agree that <a href="http://www.jeremyscott.com/">Jeremy Scott</a> is the swaggiest designer of the last ten years. From dressing Katy Perry, Rihanna and <i>everyone</i> in rap, to his famously insane collaboration with Adidas - I think we all want a piece of his wings.<br />
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The Brooklyn educated designer launched his first collection in 1997 and has since shocked the world with his outlandish prints and fun fashion. His collections are futuristic with a flash to the past - the perfect combination of space-age, sports wannabes and dollar signs. There really isn't much you can say about his clothes - they definitely speak for themselves...<br />
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Once upon a time, I would never even think of wearing a unicorn/Bart Simpson Jumper/Big Bird costume.. Now, I find myself questioning whether I can pull it off and how do I accessorize? He has completely changed my opinion on so many items of clothing and brings some much needed humour into the strict and serious fashion world.<br />
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What particularly stood out for me, was the collaboration with Adidas. Each design is so different - some colourful, printed and intricate and some more simple but they all have that Jeremy Scott signature swag and look like they came from clothes heaven. The shoe line is just crazy cool.<br />
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001 | First is this beautiful <a href="http://www.monki.com/Shop/Dresses#dialog-1" target="_blank">checkerboard dress</a> from Monki. Monki are a brand who I think get easily overlooked. They remind me of Gap and H&M - brands who create great quality clothing at amazing prices. This dress is £40 and will be so snug and comfy this winter!<br />
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003 | Now for another high end product (isn't that what wish lists are for?) I love love love sunglasses in the winter. I love the idea of a simple black silhouette with dark shades and chignon hair. Basically I love funeral chic. These <a href="http://www.tomford.com/#/en/eyewear/womens/sun?styleNumber=FT0173&variantID=01B" target="_blank">Nikitas by Tom Ford</a> are so beautiful and I am still devastated that last year I missed out on a brand new pair on eBay for £60!<br />
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004 | Ahhh black boots! I don't know how I am going to dress when Summer comes around. I love the detailing on <a href="http://www.choies.com/product/croco-anckle-boots-1?ref=shareasale" target="_blank">this pair from Choies</a> - the gold hardware and the patent croc is beautiful! definitely going to invest in some moc croc boots when Christmas is out the way!<br />
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005 | Being sick means a lot of nail art. I have been constantly painting my nails over the past few weeks but my topcoat is awful! I've been using the Rimmel Lasting Finish Top coat and is chips and dents after about an hour And it takes forever to dry! I've been looking at a lot of top coat reviews and I've heard so many good things about the <a href="http://seche.com/" target="_blank">Seche Vite</a> top coat. Apparently it is THE best and makes your nails look like you've had shellac - really glossy and gel-like.<br />
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006 | It was difficult choosing only <i>one</i> item from Zara for this week's wish list. Everything is incredible and I want all their plaid. However I went with this gorgeous <a href="http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/accessories/jewellery/gemstone-and-chains-necklace-c499007p1597015.html" target="_blank">blue and gold statement necklace</a>. I love a statement necklace and this is a great day to evening piece!<br />
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007 | Another piece I found on Choies was this amazing <a href="http://www.choies.com/product/shearling-lapel-woolen-coat-in-wine-red?ref=shareasale" target="_blank">burgundy coat</a>! As much as I love a tailored winter coat, sometimes it's just really nice to throw on something comfy for popping to the shops or walking the dog. I love the collars on this coat and the shape looks really comfy and cosy. The only thing I really want to change about this is the texture - Choies, can you make this in corduroy?<br />
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008 | Whilst currently being obsessed with nail art, I have been keeping up to date with the Queens of nails - <a href="http://wah-nails.com/" target="_blank">WAH</a> on their <a href="http://instagram.com/wahnails/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>! Obviously because I can't get enough, I found their <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Nails-Book-Downtown-Girls/dp/174270591X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385571690&sr=8-1&keywords=wah+nails" target="_blank">book on Amazon</a>! It's an amazing selection of designs and inspirations with handy tips and tricks! Next time I go to London I am getting booked in for daisy print nails!<br />
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009 | Lastly my battered gold watch from Next has gone missing. I know it's somewhere in the house but it's probably time for a new one anyways.. I love this <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Chrono-Globe-Boyfriend-Watch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3408263&cid=4175&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Gold" target="_blank">gold one with little globes in the face</a> from ASOS! It's only £25 and really cute. Simon has hinted about getting me a watch for Christmas so this is some good shopping inspiration for him!<br />
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I've just had to speed type all of this because I can hear Badger being a little gremlin downstairs. Today she decided to eat a pen. We are both covered in ink and she has a completely black paw. I hope she starts being good soon!<br />
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This is a really short post to my followers just to say that my blog name and URL have been changed. As I said in my last post, I was never really a fan of the previous blog name and have decided to just use my own name in the future. So Velvet Mojitos is no more and my blog will now only be found at laurastanley-bratley.blogspot.co.uk (because of the name change my bloglovin link won't work for a short time - waiting on their support team to move my followers across)</div>
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I have also changed my <a href="https://twitter.com/LStanleyBratley" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/laurastanleybratleyblog" target="_blank">Facebook</a> names!</div>
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All as you may have noticed, I'm in the process of giving my page a nice new update, mainly based on the amazing advice I was given at the Next Blogger Workshop (you can read about that <a href="http://laurastanley-bratley.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/next-blogger-network-workshop.html" target="_blank">here</a>) I'm hoping to get this finished as soon as possible so ignore all the fiddling around and any broken links - I'm still trying to get the page simple but with a bit of personality.</div>
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I've been really sick with gastro since last weekend :( It's really gross but I've lost a few lbs and my clothes are fitting nicely! I felt really nauseous for three days and was struggling to even drink water, so my doctor gave me some rehydration stuff and I'm feeling loads better and less headachey. Unfortunately even the smallest snack gives me the most crippling stomach ache so I've barely eaten since last Monday.. I'm so hungry and I love my food so it's getting a bit depressing now :( I tried to eat burritos on Saturday because toast was getting boring and I'm still paying for it now.. It's only supposed to last for like five days at most so I might go back to the doctors and see what's going on!</div>
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Obviously due to the above I haven't really been up to much.. Started watching American Horror Story - oh my god how good?! I'm on the second series now and Jessica Lange is just the greatest! For those who haven't watched it, it's not really scary. I think it's meant to be more of a psychological drama thing, but to me, it's just good trashy tv.</div>
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I've been having a little think about giving my blog a face lift - including a name change. It took me a few weeks to initially start my blog because I couldn't think of a name. Velvet Mojitos was the first thing that popped into my head and honestly, I don't really like it.. ( It sounds like it came from <a href="http://fashionblognamegenerator.com/" target="_blank">this</a>) I didn't want fashion or food or anything like that in the title because I didn't want my blog to be filed into a specific genre. I think I'm going to change it to my own name and maybe buy the domain too. It's a blog about my general interests and nothing specific so my own name as a blog title is perfectly suitable. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12073566101382496841noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2262532929044148563.post-24361194206119442672013-11-08T20:24:00.001+00:002013-11-08T20:24:14.830+00:00Kabinet - Pinterest for Cosmetics?<div style="text-align: center;">
This week I got an email inviting me to try out a new social platform called <a href="http://kabinet.me/" target="_blank">Kabinet</a>. It's sort of like a Pinterest kind of site, where you add your favourite beauty products to your own page (your Kabinet) and can make recommendations. You can also create a wishlist of items you would love to get your hands on!</div>
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You can then add all your items to your Kabinet. As I said, it's very similar to Pinterest but I think if you're a big beauty buff then this would be perfect for you. I'm more of a basics make up kind of girl and my products probably aren't interesting enough for this kind of platform but I think a lot of beauty bloggers would really love to see the reviews and discuss available products. My only issue with the website is that all the prices are in dollars. I'm not sure if this is something you can change (I haven't yet checked) and there are a few British products which I couldn't find. Of course it's still a fairly new platform and I'm sure more products will become available as it grows! I also find it a tiny bit annoying that you have to comment on every product you add to your Kabinet - there's only so much I can say about moisturiser...</div>
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I'm getting really excited for Christmas this year. It's been a horrible few months and I just can't wait for roasted potatoes, Badger dressed as a reindeer and '<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37v0CE-pXss" target="_blank">A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector</a>' on repeat! And of course, it wouldn't be Christmas without hearing our favourite racoon eyed rock princess, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDAfUiVYZDw" target="_blank">Cindy Lou Who</a> in The Grinch!</div>
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It's no secret that <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/" target="_blank">The Whitepepper</a> have become my favourite brand this year! They have the most beautiful oversized smock dresses and this <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/dresses/products/angel-dress-gingham" target="_blank">gingham one</a> is on sale at the moment! The angel cuff smocks are also adorable (if anyone wants to buy me one, I like the <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/dresses/products/button-cuff-angel-dress-pink" target="_blank">pink</a> and <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/dresses/products/button-cuff-angel-dress-check" target="_blank">check</a> dresses :) These <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/shoes/products/leather-round-toe-walker-boot-black" target="_blank">boots</a> are amazing - heavy duty, black, chunky sole, everything I am looking for in a winter boot this year!</div>
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Because my outfits have become quite monochrome recently, I tend to reserve colour for accessories. These watches from <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Watch Hut</a> and are such festive colours - perfect for winter! Forever a Marc Jacobs girl, I am in love with this <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/Marc-By-Marc-Jacobs-Ladies-Rock-Watch-MBM2596.html" target="_blank">berry toned chronograph</a>! The gold detail is subtle and the face is beautiful! </div>
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Obviously, you can't get away from Michael Kors these days and whilst I do love the rose gold MK watch, I think this <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/Michael-Kors-Ladies-Felicity-Watch-MK3226.html" target="_blank">Felicity watch</a> is a bit more special. Emerald green is not a common colour for a watch face but it works! I would be happy to be sporting either of these this A/W (or maybe both!)</div>
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Yes, it's another chunky boot, but I couldn't get over the price of these <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=platform+boots&storeId=12556&productId=12346495&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057" target="_blank">Topshop Annys</a>! I always assume all the boots in Topshop are a minimum of £70 and therefore never really buy anything.. These are only £42 and I love the style! Next are these <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=12142513&langId=-1" target="_blank">Martie T-bar</a> shoes in the sweetest holographic silver colour! These would look cute with a smock or some rolled up black jeans!</div>
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Has everyone noticed how amazing the clothes in ASOS are at the moment? Keeping with my smock obsession, how cute is this <a href="http://www.asos.com/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2968676" target="_blank">tartan cut off dress</a>? I think the allure is the fact that you can each as much as you like under these dresses (perfect for Christmas day!) I love the sleeves on this <a href="http://www.asos.com/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3086157" target="_blank">floral smock</a> too!</div>
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I can never have too many bags.. They are Badger's favourite chew toy and my two month old satchel has become her latest victim. This massive <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/16705?article=16705-A" target="_blank">Shopper bag</a> from H&M is perfect for cramming things into!</div>
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Speaking of H&M does anyone ever remember that they sell homeware as well as clothes? After a quick browsing section I came away loving these items and the cost is amazing! </div>
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I seem to be collecting <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/13602?article=13602-A" target="_blank">cookie cutters</a> at the moment but I don't have any lip, moustache or dog shaped ones yet! This set is so sweet! And of course, when baking you need an <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/13000?article=13000-A" target="_blank">apron</a> to keep your self flour-less and a <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/09520?article=09520-A" target="_blank">cake stand</a> to present your beautiful goods!</div>
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My own wish list aside, I need to start Christmas shopping! I love buying gifts but can't stand how busy it gets in town. I think online shopping will be a must this year!</div>
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What are you wishing for this Christmas? I hope you're as excited as me!</div>
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This week's #britishbloggerselection theme is Halloween so, here is a little throwback to Halloween 2010 at my friend, Rosie's birthday party! To this day, I still don't know what I was dressed up as...<br />
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I didn't really do much this year, besides <a href="http://instagram.com/p/gJJaudofyO/" target="_blank">dressing Badger up</a>, but I did make this cake!<br />
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A few weeks ago I made the most delicious batternberg using <a href="http://uktv.co.uk/food/recipe/aid/653464" target="_blank">Rachel Allen's recipe</a>. Her recipe is for one big cake but I made mine into mini ones, similar to the Mr Kipling cakes. </div>
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A few days later I was in Costa Coffee and noticed their cake selection had a new addition - a chocolate orange batternberg. It was so yummy but I couldn't find a similar one in any supermarket. </div>
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After a few weeks of practising, I came up with my own recipe. The cake is perfectly moist the orange is so fragrant! It's also a lot easier to make than you might think.</div>
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A few notes for this recipe: I added ground almonds to my cake but you can leave this out and make up the difference with more flour. This will make 2/3 big cakes depending on the size of your tray or 10/12 mini ones.<br />
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250g unsalted butter</div>
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250g self-raising flour</div>
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90g almonds</div>
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Zest of one orange</div>
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Juice of half an orange</div>
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50g chocolate (I used chunks and melt just before step 3!)</div>
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3tbsp apricot jam (warm this up just before step 6!)</div>
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500g marzipan</div>
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7. Then take your rectangles and slices lengthways through the brown and then orange (or the other way round!) Brush with jam and lay the colours in the opposite direction to get the batternberg pattern. Repeat for all other layers of sponge.<br />
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Yesterday, I was having a little peak through <a href="http://alittledustblog.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Abi Prentice's blog</a> and noticed a little group she had joined called The British Blogger Selection, where every week, members write a post based on a set theme.<br />
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For me, Primark has always been more than just a staple. </div>
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I grew up near to a tiny shopping centre and the only place to buy clothes was Primark and the world's smallest branch of New Look. So I've basically watched Primark develop from a basics, mumsy, 'don't tell anyone this is from Primark!' kind of store to quite the front runner of fashion in 2013. </div>
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My favourite thing about this collection is the textures. A great variety of textures is key to building layers during A/W and these pieces are spot on.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12073566101382496841noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2262532929044148563.post-52806308810433393792013-10-30T12:13:00.001+00:002013-10-30T12:13:06.124+00:00Wednesday Wish List #4<div style="text-align: center;">
So, I did something really stupid yesterday.. Still not entirely sure how it happened, but remember Wish List #2? The one with about 30 items (<a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.Xtom+ford+lipstick&_nkw=tom+ford+lipstick&_sacat=0&_from=R40" target="_blank">Tom Ford Lipstick</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/Esme-Winter-A6-Notebook/11mk1t/?iid=3551968&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=LinkShare&utm_content=UKNetwork.1&utm_campaign=Hy3bqNL2jtQ&cvosrc=Affiliate.LinkShare.Hy3bqNL2jtQ&link=10&promo=236989&source=linkshare&MID=35718&affid=2134&WT.tsrc=Affiliate&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-2Y7ICotJ6rfco7jOqVsgvA&r=2&mporgp=L1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">ASOS notebooks</a>, <a href="http://www.illamasqua.com/shop/products/nails/" target="_blank">Illamasqua Nail Varnish</a> ...) that took all day for me to write? The most popular post on my page? </div>
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So, sorry if you wanted to buy something from there but here's Wish List #4 for more ideas (or should it be called Wish List #3 now...?)</div>
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1. I absolutely love the colour of this <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Leather-Clutch-Bag-In-Faux-Pony/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3313764&SearchQuery=faux%20pony%20clutch&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Orange" target="_blank">clutch</a> from ASOS! It's made of faux pony hair which I think reflects light amazingly and you can also get it in <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Leather-Clutch-Bag-In-Faux-Pony/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2902626&SearchQuery=faux%20pony%20clutch&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Yellow" target="_blank">yellow</a> and <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Leather-And-Faux-Pony-Zip-Top-Clutch-Bag/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2931057&SearchQuery=faux%20pony%20clutch&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Fuchsia" target="_blank">acid pink</a>!</div>
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2. Next, is this <a href="http://www.fashionunion.com/tea-dresses/black-rose-and-dogtooth-print-tea-dress/invt/wdrt0898blk" target="_blank">tea dress</a> from Fashion Union in a dogtooth print under some scattered roses. This is a really cute, easy to wear dress which I would wear with tartan coat because clashing prints is definitely my favourite trend this season!</div>
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3. Jumpsuits are a great item that can be taken easily from daywear into evening. This <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/dresses/pink-sateen-strappy-jumpsuit_293785470?extcam=AFF_AFW_Linking+via+Landing+Pages_Polyvore&awc=1946_1383133252_743d118bb706891ba122b5d68d307f46" target="_blank">Pink Sateen</a> one from New Look is a lovely simple design and could be worn over a white shirt in the day and accessorised with gold at night. It also comes in three more colours including a rich <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/playsuits-and-jumpsuits/navy-sateen-strappy-jumpsuit-_293785441" target="_blank">navy shade</a> and they're only £27.99!</div>
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4. Primark have upped their game like no other this A/W. This rusty red jumper is amazing and I love the winding rope features on the front. It looks a lot more expensive than the £16 price tag and would look really cool with some leather!</div>
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5. Yes, this is another pair of white shoes that I need to show you. I don't know what the obsession is but the price of these <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=12198864&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=TS42Z04EWHT&resultCount=1&geoip=home" target="_blank">Martie</a> Loafers from Topshop really got me - £32! They also come in so many other colours and <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/category/shoes-430/flats-459#pageSize=20&catalogId=33057&viewAllFlag=false&sort_field=Relevance&langId=-1&beginIndex=1&storeId=12556&parent_categoryId=208492&categoryId=208543&refinements=category~[965747|208543]" target="_blank">variations</a>. I love every pair!</div>
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6. This <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/womens/accessories/jewellery-and-hair/s2545092/gold-chunky-chain-necklace?utm_source=473347&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=Affilinet" target="_blank">chunky gold necklace </a>is from my current favourite, Matalan. I recently got a <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-CELEBRITY-STYLE-CHUNKY-CHAIN-NECKLACE-GOLD-STATEMENT-ID-SILVER-CURB-CHARM-/181193011691?pt=UK_JewelleryWatches_WomensJewellery_Rings_SR&var=480263843361&hash=item2a2ff1f1eb" target="_blank">chunky gold ID necklace</a> from Ebay and whilst I love and wear it with everything, it's a little too lightweight and plastic. This one, however is perfect and would really cute with the New Look jumpsuit!</div>
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7. Lastly, for those who read <a href="http://velvetmojitos.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/next-blogger-network-workshop.html" target="_blank">yesterday's post</a> you will have seen that I won a £100 giftcard to spend at <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/" target="_blank">Next</a>. Today, new items have been added to the Winter collection and I am in love with this <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x5226s2" target="_blank">jacket</a>! Such an amazing colour and would be a great evening coat. I'll have to decided if I'm going to have this one soon because it's almost sold out!<br />
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Keep an eye out this week for my Primark A/W favourites for this year. I'm currently trying to narrow it down to a bloggable amount!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12073566101382496841noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2262532929044148563.post-60644212297445577192013-10-29T16:51:00.003+00:002013-10-29T17:01:09.657+00:00Next Blogger Network Workshop<div style="text-align: center;">
Yesterday I had the pleasure of being invited to the <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/" target="_blank">Next</a> Blogger Network Workshop in the beautiful <a href="http://www.hoxtonhotels.com/rooms/meeting-rooms/" target="_blank">Apartment</a> at The <a href="http://www.hoxtonhotels.com/" target="_blank">Hoxton Hotel</a>! This was an amazing opportunity to meet fellow bloggers, mingle with Next and check out their Christmas Collection and learn how to improve our own platforms with the help of some famous online faces! I love the relationship that Next has with the blogging community so this was a lovely event to be a part of! It was also my first blogger event, so I was a tiny bit nervous but so excited!</div>
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After meeting everyone (and getting a lovely goody bag!) we split up for our blogger masterclasses! First up, I had a Photography and Film workshop with Kit from <a href="http://www.styleslicker.com/" target="_blank">Style Slicker</a>, <a href="http://www.lilypebbles.co.uk/" target="_blank">Lily Pebbles</a> and and Anna from <a href="http://www.viviannadoesmakeup.com/" target="_blank">Vivianna Does Makeup</a>. Next was SEO & Web Design with <a href="http://fayekent.co.uk/" target="_blank">Faye Kent</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/gedeonez" target="_blank">Diego Puglisi</a> and lastly, Brand and Advertising with Emily from <a href="http://www.fashionfoiegras.com/" target="_blank">Fashion Foie Gras</a> and <a href="http://www.abimarvel.com/" target="_blank">Abi Marvel</a>.<br />
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The workshops gave a great insight into the history of each speaker's blog and invaluable tips on how to make mine better. I have to say that I was particularly impressed with the Brand and Advertising workshop, in particular, the success of <a href="https://twitter.com/abimarvel" target="_blank">Abi Marvel</a> at only 21! For those that don't know, Abi started her blog in 2008 and has progressed to a fashion and media icon and entrepreneur - through her events company <a href="http://theaptmt.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Apartment</a>. It goes to show that if you have no limits and give it your everything, you can achieve anything you want.<br />
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In between each workshop, we were treated to some beautiful food and a tuck shop (which was pretty much raided by the time I got to it!)<br />
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There were also a series of competitions running through the day and I actually won one! Thanks to some Snapchat Bingo I have a £100 gift card to spend in Next! Be sure to keep reading my page to see what I bought!<br />
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The workshop was amazing and I learned so much! My page is probably going to be a bit of a mess in the next few days as I take on board all the advice I was given and give my blog a big face lift! There is a huge list of edits that I planned on the train home in my goody bag notebook!<br />
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Thank you so much Next for an amazing day and I definitely think you should host another workshop soon!<br />
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As well as fashion posts on my blog, I wanted to include some of the many recipes I have been trying out over recent weeks. </div>
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Yesterday me and my boyfriend drove out of Chester to a bakery, which Simon claimed 'sold the <i>best</i> vanilla slices'. Unfortunately the bakery closed at 2pm on a Wednesday and we just missed it! So if anyone lives near Cheshire and wants to try, what is apparently the <i>best</i> vanilla slice, head to Lucas Smith's bakery and let me know what they're like!</div>
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After this little encounter (and some shop bought vanilla slices) I thought about other custard recipes and decided to try out one of my favourites - the Portuguese custard tart. I'm not sure what the exact difference is between a Portuguese tart and an English egg custard but can guess that they use different pastries (puff pastry in the Portuguese and shortcrust in the English) and the English one has a little nutmeg on the top (which I added to mine because it's so delicious!)</div>
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A few notes for this recipe: This is a variation of <a href="http://uktv.co.uk/food/recipe/aid/576786" target="_blank">Bill Granger's recipe</a> but I didn't want to use cream so it's been slightly adjusted (this makes each tart about 150 calories each!) Also, my bun tray is very shallow so this recipe would make 18 shallow tarts or 12 deep ones. I used my left over pastry and custard to test out some mini tarts. I don't really recommend them though because it's difficult to get the pastry really thin and the custard just disappears - but they look cute!<br />
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And I used ready made puff pastry because time was not on my side for the homemade stuff!</div>
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Here is the recipe, have a go, they were so easy to make!</div>
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3 egg yolks and 1 whole egg<br />
115g/4ozs caster sugar<br />
2tbsp plain flour<br />
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<li style="text-align: left;">Lightly grease a 12 hole bun tray (or two if you are making 18) and take your puff pastry out of the fridge to warm slightly.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">In a pan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and flour - it will go like a thick paste. Then gradually whisk in the milk (it will look a little watery but don't worry!)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Put the pan over a medium heat and keep stirring until it thickens (takes about 5 minutes)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Bring the pan to the boil, take off the heat and stir in the vanilla. It should be really nice and thick.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Transfer the custard into a cold bowl, cover with cling film to prevent a skin forming on top and leave to cool (I put mine in the fridge for about 45 minutes)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Next, preheat the oven to 200<span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;">°</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">c</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Cut the measured dough in half and put one half on top of the other and slightly roll it to make them stick. (make sure this is in a long rectangle shape)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Then, roll the pastry up from the short end (like a swiss roll) and slice into 12 (or 18) rounds.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Lay the rounds on a floured surface, lightly flatten them and then roll to fit into the bun tray, pressing them down gently. I recommend rolling them quite thinly for a shallow bun tray as you want a good equal measure of custard and pastry.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Spoon the cooled custard into the pastry cases (leave a few millimeteres of pastry at the top because the custard boils in the oven and may overspill) This is where I also added a sprinkling of nutmeg but you can leave this part out.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Bake for approx 25 minutes until golden with a few dark spots.</li>
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These are best eaten on the day that you make them as they tend to attract moisture after a day or two. Keep them in an airtight container and they will last for around three days (if you have any left by then!) </div>
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I've also been reading up on some interesting variations involving lemon and orange zest and fresh raspberries. I'll have a go at some of these and report back!</div>
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This week my entire wish list is from East End label, <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/" target="_blank">Oh My Love</a>! I have spent quite a few days pining over the pieces on their website and there are lots more items featured on <a href="http://www.asos.com/Women/A-To-Z-Of-Brands/Oh-My-Love/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=13292" target="_blank">ASOS</a>!</div>
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1. This <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/playsuits/products/fast-track-dogtooth-printed-jumpsuit" target="_blank">Dogtooth printed jumpsuit</a> is so sweet! It would looks great with chunky boots and keeps with the 90's grunge revival (which I hope never goes away!)<br />
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2. As a girl who leaves the house with the kitchen sink, I've started to really like smaller bags (and so have my shoulders.) This <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/accessories/products/lock-up-your-fringe-grey-handbag" target="_blank">Grey Fringe Bag</a> is the perfect size and a nice neutral colour for everyday use.<br />
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3. I don't care if it's rarely sunny these days, everyone should always wear sunglasses. These <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/accessories/products/spangled-retro-neon-pink-rave-sunglasses" target="_blank">neon pink ones</a> will definitely brighten up a winter day!<br />
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4. Next are these <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/accessories/products/white-pepper-black-leather-gladiator-boot" target="_blank">Black Leather Gladiator Boots</a> by <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/" target="_blank">The Whitepepper</a>. <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/dresses" target="_blank">The Whitepepper smock dresses</a> are a permanent feature on my mental wish list and I think these boots would look so cute with them!<br />
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5. Now, another beautiful pair of grungy shoes from <a href="http://www.thewhitepepper.com/" target="_blank">The Whitepepper</a> - these adorable <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/accessories/products/the-whitepepper-white-indian-cut-out-brogue" target="_blank">loafers</a>! I love white shoes and I think cut out is my favourite detail! These would love so cute with patterned trousers!<br />
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6. I kind of wasn't sure about the whole mom jean thing at first. I think it's because I'm curvier and it's hard to get jeans to look baggier when you have thighs! <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/denim/products/high-waisted-dark-grey-acid-wash-mom-jeans" target="_blank">These ones</a> have swayed me little because I love the colour and fit!<br />
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6. Last is this <a href="http://www.ohmylove.co.uk/collections/tops/products/ann-gold-trim-shoulder-top" target="_blank">Black Mesh Shoulder Top</a>. I really like shoulder pads and structure in my clothes and I love that this top has elements of structure but it's still very simple with only a gold trim and sheer panels.<br />
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So, last week the lovely people at <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/?gclid=CN787r7Lq7oCFRIPtAodNAoA8w" target="_blank">The Watch Hut </a>sent me a mini <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/casio-watches.htm" target="_blank">Casio</a> watch*! I am really in love with it and thought you might like a peek!<br />
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I originally wanted to do this post with my own photographs but after a week of trying, my camera still won't focus properly on the watch face :(<br />
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As you can see, it's such a sleek design and as much as I love gold - the silver looks far more elegant. I think it needs to have a few links taken out but I do like a loose watch, so it should be fine for now. Also, very happy with the burgundy face - it give such a nice vintage feel to the watch and it's very A/W.</div>
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Before my watch arrived, I had a little look at <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Watch Hut</a> website and found so many more beautiful pieces! They have a great selection of coloured <a href="http://www.thewatchhut.co.uk/casio-watches.htm" target="_blank">Casio</a> watches and I love the gold ones with the patterned faces!<br />
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BUT, this year I think they're outdoing every other high street shop in the style stakes.<br />
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They've kept every item simple and classic with a perfect fit. Last month I needed a leather jacket and searched high and low for the perfect one - biker, with zips, not too short and maybe some quilting... I looked in every shop I could think of (I set my heart on the beautiful one in Zara but my bank balance didn't agree) and then I saw it in a magazine. The perfect jacket, for £30.. FROM MATALAN?!<br />
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It's probably the best faux leather jacket I've ever come across and it's so soft!<br />
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After a good experience with the jacket (and a store card with discounts!) I decide to do some online shopping. I was amazed at what I found!<br />
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All these items would work easily together and with the clothes that I already own. The Burberry printed heart shirt is so in demand and they've have the common sense to make their own version at an amazing price! I think Matalan have done a great job with the quality of their items - they look a lot more expensive than they actually are.</div>
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Did anyone else immediately think <a href="http://www.mulberry.com/shop/womens-bags/satchels" target="_blank">Mulberry Alexa</a> when they saw this satchel?! It's beautiful! This bag is only £15 and I have the burgundy one (definitely recommend it!) One tip with buying bags from Matalan - don't buy online. Always buy your bags instore. I bought a lovely grey tote online and it arrived covered in dirty marks.. I had to go to the store to exchange it (which is how I ended up with the burgundy satchel!) Speaking of burgundy, the Triple Buckle Ankle boots also come in <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/womens/footwear/boots/s2537079/triple-buckle-ankle-boots" target="_blank">black</a>!</div>
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It's also worth mentioning that <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/womens/brands/abbey-by-abbey-clancy" target="_blank">Abbey Clancy</a> and Liverpool based designers <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/search?q=philip+armstrong" target="_blank">Philip Armstrong</a> have their own collaborative collections instore now! Abbey has some great leather pieces and Philip's courts are beautiful!</div>
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