Saturday, 29 September 2012

10 Things I Hate About Staying in Hotels


Every day of the week I tell you what I AM INTO so once a week it's only right I share all the things I am NOT into. This week I am discussing hotels…..

Eat your heart out Trip Advisor, I am having a mini rant about hotel rooms. Fortunately for me I do not have to stay in hotel rooms every week unlike my sister who travels a lot with her job. I think I would have a nervous breakdown if I had to put up with hotels and their inconveniences.

Here's ten reasons why I dislike hotels:

1.     Why on earth do they position the only mirror in a poorly lit corner of the bedroom resulting in
        you being unable to do your makeup properly?

2.     Plug sockets, another annoying matter. Hotels only provide you with a couple and you have to
        share that with the kettle, phone charger, hairdryer, straighteners, laptop charger and the iron.

3.     For me I expect the same standards at a hotel which I enjoy at home. This would mean I like a
        clean place to retire to. Not one which has remnants of the previous guest, I don't want to see their
        crumbs, nail clippings or hairs.

4.    Unless you are up bright and early (7am) you will miss the best of the breakfast served in the
       morning. If like me, you turn up for your breakfast at peak time then you will have to battle it out
       for the only edible looking sausage and cremated rasher of bacon.

5.    I really, really, really despise those awful coat hangers which have the hooks permanently secured
       on the pole and you have to do some magical manoeuvring to release the hanger.

6.    Noisy neighbours, yeah I think you know what I mean.

7.    I like a good power shower so if the overhead waterfall is more of a dribble then I am not best
       pleased.

8.    The one mirror which you are able to use (in the bathroom) will get steamed up when your
       husband has a shower. You try wiping the condensation away and you are left with a smudgy
       mess on the mirror. And what happens if your husband needs to use that toilet for a number two
       whilst you want to put on your make-up? Air pollution!

9.     I do NOT like it when you have to be left your room by 10am. This is one rule which I will not
        obey. As far as I am concerned I shall leave when I am good and ready and what's the worst thing
        that can happen? Erm, the hotel ask me to leave? Well, I'm going anyway.

10.   My biggest gripe with staying in a hotel is the beds. Why do they tightly fold the top sheet over the
        corners of the mattress? The bedmakers must have a Masters degree in Bedsheet Origami! Every
        time I try to pull out the bedsheets from the bottom corners I end up accidentally punching myself
        in the face.
     

It would be great to hear your hotel horror stories, drop a comment below.

Teresa x
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Friday, 28 September 2012

Hit The High Street With Our Hitlist


HURRAY! We have our Friday! Excuse the excitement, but I think we're all in need of a good cheering up given this grey and miserable weather, right?

Anyway, I want you all to use this weekend as an excuse to go and treat yourselves to something pretty. You know, just because you can - oh, and because you deserve it too. Go forth and splurge! Hopefully this high street hitlist should help guide you…..

Teresa xx


Zara

As always, I want to buy up pretty much the entire Zara store. I wish they would stop making such fantastic clothes because I do not have a bank balance which will allow for my shopping needs. The combined leather and lace dress is beyond amazing.
Military jacket with diamante pockets, £69.99
Tunic with lace back, £49.99

Oasis

If there is one thing you should buy right now, it's a sequin skirt. I have seen some rather cool ladies wearing these sparkly skirts with a plain cotton shirt, a woolly jumper or a simple T-shirt. Don't forget a pair of kickass heels too! Such effortless chic.
Sequin pencil skirt, £28
Lucy jumper, £38

Mango

I have been wearing an old pair of boyfriend jeans I own to death recently. Now I have found this lovely skinny pair from Mango which are a definite must-wear for Autumn. If you are more daring then buy the patterned pair of skinnies, they rock!

And the pretty full-length dress below? It's rather lovely, isn't it? I added this to the High Street Hitlist just in case any of you are attending a wedding or need a posh frock for a fancy event.
Distressed super slim jeans, £42.99
Printed corduroy trousers, £39.99
Lace gown, £114.99

Urban Outfitters

My go-to store for when I need something which screams "super cool" for my wardrobe. Urban Outfitters never lets me down. Ever.  The bomber jacket and boots are at the top of my shopping list.
Sparkle & Fade heritage check bomber jacket, £95
Underground shoes black suede winkle boots, £100 

Reiss

Always on the lookout for a nice piece of statement jewellery and I spied this at Reiss. Next time you are near one of their stores do take a look at their jewellery range, you will be spoilt for choice.
Astrid Olive chunky bracelet, £49

Whistles

I know Sam will love this pleated skirt from Whistles, she has many in various different colours. Although I don't think she owns one in black, this one looks great with the cheetah print top.
Carrie pleated skirt, £110

Miss Selfridge 

There are many great buys to be had from here at the moment. If you have got great legs then show them off in one of these two cute dresses. Or if you are like me, go and buy the paisley print trousers.
Embellished collar dress, £47
Spot drop waist dress, £45
Paisley printed trouser, £37

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Thursday, 27 September 2012

When Owning An Anorak is Cool


You may be getting used to seeing owls, foxes, squirrels and birds adorning many of our clothes but how about something a bit more quirky for in the home?

How ace would a bit of the outside look on the inside of your home? Simply marvellous if you ask me!

When I spotted these fabulous printed items from Anorak I let out a little squeal of excitement. I so want some plates decorated with binoculars!!



All of the items created by Anorak are inspired by childhood memories of family camping adventures and every Anorak product is decorated with a design inspired by the great outdoors. What a great way of introducing some fun and quirkiness to your home!

Feast your eyes on the delightful homewares below…….

Teresa x

NB. Most products are available in other styles of print.

Kissing horses duvet set, prices start from £45
Kissing stags towel, prices start from £14
Proud fox mug, £10
Seagull coasters (set of 4), £12.50
Kissing bears mug, £10
Kissing robins oilcloth, prices start from £55
Binoculars cotton cushion, £37
Kissing rabbits medium toiletry bag, £16



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Wednesday, 26 September 2012

New 2013 Bridal Collection by HT Headwear


HT Headwear are launching their stunning 2013 collection and it is rather splendid!

Taking inspiration from the 1940s the collection boasts a selection of handmade silk floral combs, handblocked headpieces and delicate headbands with their signature detachable birdcage veils.

HT Headpieces are designed and handmade in England by designer Helena Talbot using the finest fabrics, feathers and embellishments sourced from British suppliers ensuring every piece is made with the highest standard of craftsmanship.

Take a look at these fabulous pieces of pretty, I'm loving the cute bow on the Seginus head dress.

Happy Wedding Wednesday

Teresa x
Erin, £75
Lily, £75
Elsie, £225
Isla, £220
Grace, £185
Arietis, £85
Aquilae, £185
Seginus, £95
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