It feels weird writing the word "kids" because I'm pretty sure that my Mum used to tell us (kids) off for saying kids instead of children. I may be imagining that, I shall ask her later. I can't even imagine why we couldn't say it - maybe it was considered slang, back...
I know people roll their eyes a bit at the Kindle deals that basically epitomise "Black Friday", but my Kindle is one of my most-used gadgets ever and, if there's an opportunity to get one at a knock-down price then I'm there. My Mum still has what is basically a...
In my last post I brought you gifts for a "cosy night in"; now behold my Christmas present ideas for party animals, social butterflies and anyone who would appreciate a touch of luxury, a spot of decadence. Let's start with a bit of sparkly Chanel, shall we? The...
The "Cosy Night In" is a theme close to my own heart this year (it's too much hassle to do anything else, quite frankly) and so I've picked out the ultimate presents for people who just want to chill. Preferably next to the fire. With a glass of red wine in hand. I'm...
Sorry to be a total enabler here, but this Book of Make-Up Magic from Charlotte Tilbury is just gorgeous. Expensive (hence starting the post with an apology) but gorgeous. Twelve glamorous products individually wrapped and packaged up in little boxes, it's a great way...
This candle shoots straight to the very top of my favourites list; the scent is supremely sexy. I adore Bottega Veneta's Eau de Parfum, but until now have been banned from talking about it here on the website. My friend Alex Byrne (supremo makeup artist...
Beauty Advent Calendars seem to be officially a "thing" now - and why not? I've always had a bit of a penchant for beauty miniatures, so opening doors to discovery gorgeous mystery items definitely floats my boat! And there is something rather exciting about getting a...
Everything about this Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Voyage makeup palette is just so spot on - even the outer box it's packaged in is gorgeous and eyecatching. I'm possibly biased, because I'm very partial to a bit of animal print, but it definitely stands out from...
Merry Christmas everyone! If you're reading this on Christmas Eve then you'll be feeling very festive no doubt - Christmas Eve is actually my most favourite part of the whole deal. It's just so filled with memories of the excitement that I felt when I was little;...
I mentioned this idea in my Affordable and Smaller Gifts video and thought I'd show you the finished result. Himalayan pink bath salts (the "in" thing of the moment and often extortionately priced) rustically packaged up in a Kilner jar (or something prettier, if you...
As promised, some book recommendations for Christmas. Nice and late for those of you who are about to start panic-buying! None of these are actually "Christmas themed", but I would tend to steer clear of those novelty, seasonal releases anyway. Some of them are good...
I have been busy shooting the annual Christmas Candle Video (out on Monday) and, once again, the Deep Sleep Heavenly Candle from This Works has emerged as one of my favourites. It has the most incredible scent - lavender, but not as you know it, more a dark and...