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[LIFESTYLE] Lorraine Pascale ‘Home Cooking Made Easy’

Jan 31, 2012 by Anneli in LIFESTYLE 2 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: cookbook, lorraine pascale

I picked up Lorraine Pascale‘s cookbook today, ‘Home Cooking Made Easy’ (WHSmith, £9.99). I am a huge fan of her TV-show ‘Baking Made Easy’ – I find it so therapeutic as she makes everything look so easy, perfect, and stress-free. How cooking should be (not always the case in my kitchen!)

An ex-model, Lorraine has been dubbed the new female Jamie Oliver. Although her specialty is baking, and the rest of the book might not contain the healthiest recipes, they are hearty, tasty meals – and the book has an own Vegetarian section, which is always a plus for me. Now, all I hope is that my boyfriend won’t expect me to prepare the strawberry and cream dessert above (who does that!?).

[FASHION] H&M Black Scuba Style Top

Jan 30, 2012 by Anneli in FASHION 2 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: H&M Trend

I bought this black scuba style top from H&M Trend (£29.99) to wear on Saturday night. I fell in love with the shape and material - it’s really flattering as it enhances the waist. I was planning on wearing it with my leather skirt and some black tights (as pictured above), but I actually ended up opting for some black, waxed skinny jeans, killer heels and a high ponytail (I had to rush out the door – no picture I am afraid!).

Keep it slim at the bottom with the focus on the waist. Classic.

[FASHION] Heart Charm Bracelet

Jan 29, 2012 by Anneli in FASHION 3 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: heart charm bracelet, holland park, notting hill, portobello market

Had a nice day strolling through the streets of Notting Hill and Holland Park with my French Bulldog, Marvin – one of my favorites areas in London – ending it at Portobello Road. It was so busy with tourists, but I managed to have a little browse through the stalls, and picked up this cute heart charm bracelet for £5. As you can see there were a lot of colours and charms to choose from, but I fell for this subtle grey with the gold heart. I definitely have a thing for hearts, often writing it below my signature. Don’t know why!

Anyways, have a lovely Sunday everyone. I’m off on a road trip to Brighton! Can’t wait to be by the sea and go for a long walk to clear my head – just what I need after a very busy week.

I’m wearing black leggings from Cos, jacket from Urban Outfitters, shearling scarf from Karl Donoghue, Chanel bag, biker boots from Gap and Joseph jumper.

[BEAUTY] Eylure Naturalites ‘Evening Wear’ Lashes

Jan 28, 2012 by Anneli in BEAUTY 3 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: automat, dinner, eylure lashes, kitts

I picked up my favorite lashes from Superdrug – Eylure Naturalites ‘Evening Wear’ (£4.95) for a night out yesterday.  They are by a mile the best affordable and re-usable lashes I have tried.

Step-by-Step: The lashes come with a small tube of applicable glue, which you carefully line along the hard strip on the lash. It can get a bit messy if it’s your first time as your hands need to be pretty steady, but you will quickly get the hang of it. After the glue has settled for around 30 seconds, carefully line it along your real lashes and press down when it hits the root of your lashes. Gently push down to make sure it’s stuck to the root. Then, as a little trick, I blow hot air from the hair-dryer, both from above and underneath, just making sure they are properly stuck on. Then you’re all done!

Tip: Before putting on the eyelashes, add a thick line of eyeliner and some dark eyeshadow on the edges, for an added ‘glam’ effect.

I wore my vintage feather bolero, a grey-marl tank from American Apparel, black Zara leather skirt, my new Falke tights and a vintage Christian Dior clutch. I went for dinner and drinks at Automat and then to the new club Kitts in Sloane Square, with a close friend who is visiting from Stockholm. 

[FASHION] Céline Tan Boots

Jan 27, 2012 by Anneli in FASHION 3 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: boots, celine, tk maxx

Needless to say I just about died when I found these stunning Céline tan leather boots from TK Maxx – my favorite discount outlet. I am quite a patient shopper and good at rummaging through endless rails of clothes and shoe racks, and this time it definitely paid off. These shoes, originally costing over £500 – I bagged for just £89! Can you believe my luck? SO HAPPY.

Being Céline, they are of course made from gorgeous thick Italian leather, have a nice zip detailing running all the way on the back and a chunky wooden heel. They are the perfect 70s style boots I have been looking for and they will work just as well in the winter, as well as in the summer with a floral dress!

[LIFESTYLE] Gail’s Cinnamon and Banana Bread

Jan 26, 2012 by Anneli in LIFESTYLE 3 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: bakery, gail's

All I can say is that it’s worth every calorie. From Gail’s bakery in Chiswick for £5. YUM.

[FASHION] FALKE Pure Matt 100 Denier Black Tights

Jan 25, 2012 by Anneli in FASHION 2 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: falke, tights

After having holes and tears in just about every one of my black tights, I decided it was time to invest in a new pair from my favorite hoisery brand, Falke. Although they are a tad pricey – they last for so long and never seem to loose their fit. They have the perfect thickness and the quality is excellent! They cost £24 and I bought them from NET-A-PORTER.

Tip: For a more reasonable option – the black opaque tights from Marks & Spencer’s Autograph range (£9.50) are really durable as well, and even more slim-fit for that perfect hold.

[FASHION] H&M Floral Print Top

Jan 24, 2012 by Anneli in FASHION 3 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: flowery top, H&M

I bought this cute floral print top from H&M today. I love the Hawaiian print combined with the masculine cut and black elements, which balances out the overall look. Not too sweet or over the top. It’s 100% polyester, and has a nice airy fit. It cost me £17.99 which is reasonable price to pay for a top which can end up being a continuity style, especially in the summer!

Style Tip: For the colder months wear this top with dark colours, like black jeans and a jacket as I am wearing it today. It’s good to tone down the overpowering print with suitable colours. However for the summer months I will go all-out and pair this with some light-denim cut-offs and some shiny sandals. Club Tropicana is all the rage for SS12.

[BEAUTY] Bliss Triple Oxygen Beauty Set

Jan 23, 2012 by Anneli in BEAUTY 4 COMMENTS❤❤ TAGS: bliss, triple oxygen

I bought this Triple Oxygen set from Bliss after reading about it in various beauty mags. As quoted from their website: Quite simply, oxygen is necessary for cell metabolism – as you age, your oxygen levels decrease drastically, which is bad news for collagen and elastin production. Our oxygen products help give those levels a boost, giving you more youthful, glowing skin.

I bought a mask, cream, cleansing foam and an eye cream. I can’t wait to start using the set. Let’s see if it works!

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