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What to wear for Blair?

I had been meaning to get this written sooner but due to personal circumstances it got delayed…but better late than never hey? It’s been nearly two years since I’ve been to a proper show (Burghley 2019 I think?!) and I cannot tell you how much I am looking forward to making up for lost time…whether spectating or working on a stand, I bloody love the shows…agricultural, horse trials, game fairs, you name it, I want to be there! And with Blair horse trials just around the corner and me already planning what to pack, I thought I might as well make it into a post. It can be a nightmare trying to decide what to wear as the Scottish weather always likes to be unpredictable and keep us on our toes (my last Blair visit ended in a mud bath after constant torrential rain). But it isn’t just the outfits and eventing that makes up the fun, the shopping is just as big a part of the weekend and I am definitely planning to splash the cash (well, what little I have left until payday).

August Glossybox 2021

My August Glossybox was delayed this month but yay, it’s finally here! Glossybox are celebrating their 10th Birthday and this month’s box is worth over £75! The box design is super fun, featuring shiny disco balls and lots of teeny sparkly stars…definitely a keeper. As for the contents, I received two full sized products, two deluxe minis and an extra little treat, as well as a great mix of make-up and skincare products. But let’s not beat around the bush and just get to the good stuff…

Who Needs to go Abroad?

I’m not a big holiday buff at the best of times, but after nearly two years of not going anywhere, I was so ready for a getaway, and thanks to a phobia of flying, I am a big fan of the humble staycation. I was lucky enough to get away not once, but twice over the past few weeks, a cheeky midweek night away in Edinburgh and then a chilled few days up in Perthshire.

July Glossybox 2021

So this post is late this month as my Glossybox was very delayed in making it’s way to my door. This was outwith Glossybox’s control and they did keep me (and everyone else I would imagine) up to date via e-mail so I didn’t have a problem with this…although going by the comments on their social media pages, many others clearly didn’t feel the same way (we are still technically in the midst of a pandemic may I remind you). Anyway, my July box finally arrived and what a beauty it was! This month’s theme is “Beauty Treasures” and Glossybox are providing us with some hidden treasures (their words, not mine), as well as a treasure chest box design which I will definitely be keeping! Were the contents as exciting as the box? You’ll have to read on to find out!

July Birchbox 2021

This year is going way too fast for my liking, I don’t know what it is about lockdown but the past year and a half feels like it has literally flown by! It’s like we are only just creeping into summer and yet already more than halfway through July. I also realise that most of my posts start with me stating that time is moving too fast…however, I am unlikely to stop. Moving on to the actual contents of this post, the July Birchbox. This month’s theme is all about getting closer to nature and a countryside staycation rather than heading off abroad. The boxes themselves have been transformed into a floral bag which will be perfect as a washbag or make-up bag! This month’s offering is very pamper heavy and I didn’t receive any make-up products which was a shame, but that’s not to say I didn’t like what I received!

June Birchbox 2021

I was thinking about cancelling my Birchbox subscription a few months ago and I’m so glad I didn’t as the past couple of boxes have been really good and this month is no exception. June’s Birchbox theme is “Express Yourself” and subscribers will receive a bright, rainbow coloured box (which is a treat in itself and I will definitely be keeping for storage). I received 6 products in this month’s box and there is a great variety of products from make-up and skincare to hair care and beauty tools!

June Glossybox 2021

It’s officially summer and I am here for it…and we’ve even managed to see some sunshine! This month’s Glossybox theme is ‘Dreaming of Paradise’, bringing us products that can takeyou from beach to bar. Yep sounds good to me! All subscribers will also receive an extra treat this month in the form of either Taylor coffee bags or a KIND bar (my favourite snack). But let’s get on with the good stuff and see what was in this month’s box of treats.

Father’s Day Inspo

I always forget that Father’s Day is in June for some reason and it creeps up on me every year and leaves me floundering for a last minute gift. I’m on the ball this year though and already know what I’m getting my own Dad (well I know where I’ll be buying from anyway), so I thought I would create another little inspiration post as my last gift guides went down well. Although shopping for men is not my strong point so this may end up being a terrible idea…but here goes nothing.

May Birchbox 2021

It makes me sad when it comes to writing about my final beauty box of the month as it means I have a long wait before the next one arrives. This month’s theme is all about music and dancing to your own rhythm…I’m not sure how the products fit into this but does anyone really care? There are two full sized items this month and good variety of different products. As always with Birchbox, some of the samples are very small but I was pleased with this month’s offering. So why wait, lets get to the good bit…

May Glossybox 2021

You would hope by the time May rolls around, we are starting to see better weather…not in Scotland you don’t! Just when I thought some warm sunshine was starting to peek through, a week of constant rain, snow and cold winds came straight back in…IN MAY! So my monthly Glossybox was a welcome treat by the time it came through the door. This month’s theme is Let The Sun Shine (Ha, I wish) filled with products to help us enjoy the sunshine and prep us for going out and socialising again! There are four full sized products and a good variety of make-up, skincare and bodycare this month so all in all a great box.