On the 14th of October we welcomed a new member into our family! This little guy decided to make his entrance into the world 3 hours before I was supposed to be induced at 42 weeks! I guess that once he heard about being forced to leave the bump, he was in a hurry to […]
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” sang Marilyn Monroe, and countless women have since wished to be accessorised by this sparkling gem. But with growing awareness of the exploitative diamond mining industry amongst millennials, younger consumers appear to be slowly turning their backs on the stone, moving on to eco-friendly alternatives. You can read more […]
If you are on the lookout for beautiful timeless garments to add to your fall capsule wardrobe look no further! Sister brands Lou Black and Acurrator are London-based cruelty free brands with personality-defining pieces. These brands aim to produce fashion that is easy on the eyes and the environment. Although not yet 100% sustainble, Lou […]
BYEM is a London-based clothing brand born out of the desire to unite timeless style with ethics and sustainability. Their collection is for a modern woman who wants to simplify her wardrobe; the designs, influenced by Scandinavian heritage, is a mix of minimalism, bold shapes, textures and classic aesthetic. BYEM was founded in 2016 by […]
Cosy is a word that is used in this house on a regular basis. If you are Scandinavian or in my case, married to one, the word practically gets engrained into your vocabulary. The word cosy literally means “comfort, warmth, and relaxation” – a state of being that is necessary in order to lead a […]
Pregnancy is such an important time to give your skin some TLC! All those raging hormones can throw everything off balance for good (amazing lustrous hair) or bad (horrendous acne). More importantly as the skin on your bump grows and stretches it tends to become dry and itchy, which can be extremely uncomfortable – especially […]
A few months ago when I found out that I was pregnant I began looking for sustainable maternity clothes. I searched for pieces that were both fashionable and sustainable and was surprised by how little options there were for pregnant women who are conscious consumers. This was particularly unexpected as there are so many ethical […]
If you have wondered why I have been a bit absent the past few months, it’s because I have never been so sick in my life! Extreme morning sickness (in my case all day sickness) was a real struggle in the first trimester and part of the second trimester. Looking at my phone (or any […]
In an effort to promote a #PlasticFreeSummer in collaboration with WWF this World Oceans Day, I have listed below 7 ways in which you can cut plastic out of your life. Plastic is an issue which is affecting us globally, it accounts for 95% of all waste in the open ocean. Thanks to broadcast content such […]
Lola’s Apothecary is an award-winning natural beauty and wellness brand with hand made products from the English countryside. At the heart of Lola’s Apothecary is a vision of beauty and grace, a holistic lifestyle enhanced by moments of sensory indulgence, and couture beauty products with fine fragrances and natural skincare. Their mission is to bring the […]