100 Happy Days Challenge

100 Happy Days Challenge

As I approach the Day 50 milestone in my #100happydays challenge I thought I would share a selection of my favourite happy moments. If you are wondering whether or not to take up the challenge then I would say just do it and it has been a lot easier than I expected and definitely helping me feel more positive.

Old School Trainers/Charity Bake Sale/Brixton fun times with Bex/Pizza as big as my head/Practising my crow pose/Queen Beyone at the Brits/Spring Daffodils/Driving through the sunny Peak District

Stylist Magazine

I am lucky in the fact I get to go to London once a week for work and always look forward to picking up a copy of the Stylist magazine while I am there. Its the perfect read that covers all my favourite topics, fashion, travel, celebs and book reviews.

This week the Stylist covered a great piece on the best Beauty looks in Disney. Most girls love a Disney Princess, for her enviable hair, wardrobe (ball gowns hello) and handsome Prince, so this article made me really smile.

Image courtesy of Stylist Magazine and copyright belongs to Disney

Personally my No.1 Disney Princess will always be Belle and my favourite beauty look of hers has to be in the Ballroom when she sweeps along dancing in her golden gown.

You are never too old for Disney in my opinion :)

The Fault in our Stars

I think I wrote in an earlier post I was just about to begin reading 'The Fault in our Stars' by John Green. It took me just under a week to finish the book and I did really enjoy it, but it didn't make me cry as some friends had possibly suggest it would do. Call me a cold hearted Ice Queen :)

The story is all about the first love and last love of two teenagers Hazel and Gus, that despite meeting at a Cancer Support Group embark on a whirlwind friendship and romance in the saddest circumstances.

The book was an easy read and hard to put down once I got going. I now cant wait to see the film which comes out in the Summer.

Now its time to get back to reading Game of Thrones so I can see what lies next in store for my favourite characters in Westeros. Geek Alert!!

Charity Bake Sale

I have had such a busy and hectic week and I am so happy that Friday is here and I can look forward to a fun filled weekend in Manchester with friends. This weeks loving post features a variety of topics.

Baking

We held a charity bake sale at work on Friday to raise money for a local charity and it gave me a great excuse to give my brand new Cath Kidston Strawberry print cake stand a go. Its so pretty even with out cakes on it and I cant actually believe my brother picked this for me himself. Our bake sale had everything from Jammy Dodgers, to Rocky Road and Flapjacks. What a perfect way to spend Friday at work then stuffing your face full of cake.

Cath Kidston Cake Stand from Santa

Bake Sale

Breaking Bad

Now I love nothing more than a good American TV show box set to get into. 24, Prison Break, Game of Thrones, you name it I've watched it, so when Netflix offered a months free trial over Christmas I decided I would see what all the fuss was about and delve into Breaking Bad.

I was hooked instantly and cant believe that after 5 seasons I have now watched the final episode. The last few episodes of season 5 were 'on the edge of your seat' stuff and I am a little sad to say goodbye to Walt and Jessie. Now I am left with the decision of what box set to get into next???

Friday Dance Anthem

I was driving home from the Gym on Monday and Zane Lowe was playing a song that I just had to Shazaam. I love a good dance track with a female vocal and I have not stopped playing Hideaway by Kiesza. It definitely will make you get in the mood for the weekend. 

Happy Valentines Day and have a good weekend x

Winter Skincare

Winter Skincare

I don't know about everyone else but this cold and windy weather is wrecking havoc with my skin. Winter is always a bad time for our skin, where we yearn more than ever for Summer to make our skin glow and our freckles come out. Luckily I am getting through the winter with a few trusty skincare side kicks.

Now I wouldn't say I had a skincare regime as I am very much a face wipe and moisturiser kind of girl, however I have been a Boots No.7 fan for years now and its Essential Moisture is great as its non greasy, light and perfect for giving my skin that extra boost of moisture. They are definitely my go to brand for skin care.

But it is not just about keeping my face moisturised at this time of year as my little hands need some TLC too and this L'Occitane hand cream has been a life saver. It came free with an issue of Glamour Mag and it sits on my desk at work to remind me every day to pop it on and give me hands and nails some love. They have a brand new flavour 'Red Cherry' on their website which I'm tempted to try next.

Winter Saviours

Nails

In keeping with giving my nails some TLC I treated myself to a new nail polish in this great shade of blue. Rimmel are in my opinion one of the best polishes out there as they are long lasting, quick drying and their wide range of colours always make my nails looks purdy. I chose 'Aqua Cool' to match with the Topshop acid wash denim dress I wore this weekend on a night out in London.

Ice Blue Nails

London Fun
This weekend I was out in Brixton for a friends birthday and had dinner at an amazing Malaysian restaurant called Satay Brixton. We made it just in time to make the most of the £5 happy hour cocktails (Hello Mai Tai's) and every dish on the menu was screaming EAT ME!! I settled on Mr Wangs Chilli Beef and steamed rice. If you are looking for somewhere to eat dinner whilst in that side of London then I would definitely recommend Satay. I only wish I had a bigger belly to have eaten more.

Satay Brixton

Mai Tai Happy Hour Cocktails

New Music

Something that I always look forward to in the new year is lots of new music coming my way. As mentioned in an earlier blog post I am a big music fan and try and get to as many gigs as I can. Recently I came across two new songs on the Zane Lowe show which got me really excited.

'Coming of Age' is the brand new song by Foster the People and is amazing. Man I have missed this band and I cant wait for their new album 'Supermodel'.

Secondly 'There is no other time' is the new release by The Klaxons who have collaborated with Gorgon City on this track and I had to turn it up loud when I heard it. You can be sure this is set to be all over the radio any time now.

Hope you have had a good weekend x

London Grammar

Another week over and done with. I cant believe we are in February already.

I love seeing live music and this weekend I kicked off the first gig of 2014 when I went to see London Grammar at Rock City in Nottingham. I had high expectations as the album has been a car favourite of mine for months now and they were just incredible. I lost count the amount of times Hannah's voice gave me goose bumps especially during 'Sights' which is a song that lyrically means a lot to me. The band all met at University in Nottingham so it was a special gig for them to play back at the venue they all used to hang out at. If you get a chance to catch them around the country then you must go.

London Grammar at Rock City

I have also just finished reading a book I received for Christmas and definitely feel like I have my reading mojo back. 'How to fall in love' is the latest release from Cecelia Ahern and having been a big fan of her books for many years now I knew I wanted to add this one to my Christmas wish list.

The book tells the story of Christine and Adam and how unexpectedly one night their paths cross and they embark on a 2 week whirlwind that changes both of their lives. I wont spoil the plot but I will say if you want a good book to get into while the weather outside is so dreadful then I would recommend giving this one a go.

I am now going to start 'The Fault in our Stars' by John Green as I have heard so many great things and can't wait to dive straight into another good book.

Whilst going to gigs, reading books and consuming a whole heap of delicious food (I blame the friends I had coming to stay with me this weekend) I did manage to enjoy a morning walk in Wollaton Park in Nottingham. It was great to wrap up warm in a wooly hat and scarf and walk around the grounds and see the ducks.

Image courtesy of Sam Mathews

I also am keeping up with the #100happydays challenge on Instagram. Now on day 25 I am really enjoying feeling more positive about the year ahead and realising what a lucky girl I am to have the best friends and family in the world. Here is day 25 at Wollaton Park.

Thanks for reading x