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Beauty Pie: what I think

My review of Beauty Pie

Posted on April 10, 2020April 11, 2020

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Wanted to document probably the last time I wear a

Wanted to document probably the last time I wear a summer dress (‘nightie’) this year - of course I’d taken off my nice shoes by this pic and had my garden sliders on🤪. It’s all a bit ominous and feels relentless at the moment doesn’t it? As someone who loves to plan, and write lists, and tick things off said lists in order and on time - the uncertainty is definitely unnerving. But we carry on - taking a day at a time. Very aware of how fortunate I am. Making a cuppa and tucking into some chocolate fingers with bake off on now (it’s impossible to watch bake off without something sweet to eat, right!?). Hope everyone’s doing ok! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I seem unable to wear fully black! Clashing prints

I seem unable to wear fully black! Clashing prints my boyfriend hates 😬 I wear this camo jacket with leopard quite a lot and really like the combo. When I was wearing this jacket last week not only my boyfriend, but also his friends, kept telling me I was wearing nothing but stripes on my arms 🤦‍♀️😂 can’t win (PS my boyfriend RATES masks and thinks you should wear one even if it is in a print he hates👌)

#clothesmyboyfriendhates #clashingprints #ootd #shoot #workwear

Oh hi! Just back from a glorious week on the Engli

Oh hi! Just back from a glorious week on the English coast. Don’t let this picture fool you, it pissed it down for most the week but we had fun. Even if my boyfriend did say this is my ‘robbers’ swimsuit. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve not been posting on my Instagram as much. Partly because I have spent a lot of time working, at home, in sweatpants, which doesn’t feel remotely inspirational. But also partly because, when the world has felt so heavy, I’ve felt that unless I’m really encouraging people, especially women, to dress for themselves or be happy and look after themselves then what I have to say is kind of irrelevant? Then again, I love the escapism that this platform has to offer and how lovely you all are and how you’re happy to chat to me about anything from cleaning teaspoons (do you deep clean yours?) to free periods (many schools are still not aware they can order free tampons from the DforE). So if it’s ok with you, I’ll keep doing a bit of a mixture. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I guess what I’m getting at is; please feel able to dress for yourself and wear what you want and feel great and not feel restricted by partners/friends/family/etc. But if you have a down day (or few weeks) and question what you’re doing, that’s ok. I’ve had that too. But I’m back now and wanting to encourage you to dress for yourself & support each other. 🙌🖤🤍

#clothesmyboyfriendhates #swimsuit #dressforyourself

When he rolls his eyes at your dress.. then his si

When he rolls his eyes at your dress.. then his sister turns up at ours also in a spotty dress. We didn’t even plan it (swipe to see!) 🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍 thanks for the inspo @francescasaffari #twinning #clothesmyboyfriendandherbrotherhates
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#clothesmyboyfriendhates #polkadots #dresses #londonstyle #londonfashion #maxidress

Not worn these in a while but think it’s time to

Not worn these in a while but think it’s time to bring back what he calls the CLOWN TROUSERS 😒. They basically feel like wearing trackies outside the house though - which is win win, right? Do you have any clothes which feel super comfy but don’t look slobby?
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[trousers are old from Primark and the tee is from @Levis. Neither were a press sample] 📸 = @sophieedwards_tcmp x
#clothesmyboyfriendhates #clown #pyjamastyle #londonfashion #fashionblog #Manrepeller

A YEAR ON FROM DYEING ‘THE DRESS’ ⠀⠀⠀⠀

A YEAR ON FROM DYEING ‘THE DRESS’ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Pretty much the OG CMBH. Here I am wearing it at home, very different to how I as wearing it last year! This dress got a LOT of press, and I got a fair bit of coverage when I dyed it. But that’s not why I love it. Alongside it being a brilliant dress which works for different body shapes, sizes and ages; this dress meant:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🩸over £6K was raised for @freeperiods by WEAR THE DRESS DAY. The day was celebrated with a brilliant event and panel I spoke on, alongside the wonderful @amikageorge , @renieddolodge , @tobyandroo and @fayeeo who it was an honour to meet, hosted by @glamouruk (and the brilliant organisers @gem_abbott and @imbeingerica too) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
😍 yes she gets her own paragraph - I met the dreamboat @fayeeo behind @hot4thespot who is a GOOD HUMAN ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ♻️ more people learnt to upcycle by dyeing this dress rather than binning it when it became ‘common’ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🙌 I managed to encourage more people to dress for themselves, which is ultimately why I have this account ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
So yes, it was a ‘moment’, and yes, Zara has a lot to do when it comes to fast fashion. But some real good and positivity came of this dress and ‘everyone’ having it. Which is brilliant, really. This dress had much more fun last year when it wasn’t in lockdown, and I hope it’ll see that fun again soon. Realising it’s been a whole year since this dress has made me really reflective too! Since then I’ve had a new job, new flat but still this lovely bubble of people on Instagram being brilliantly supportive - so if you’ve been here for the last year, thanks for sticking around and being great 😘
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So tell me: Do you own the dress? Did you dye it? Did you own it but now don’t have it? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#clothesmyboyfriendhates #thatzaradress #freeperiods #polkadots #baggydress #fashionblog #Manrepeller

WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT DAD SANDALS? Is that even

WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT DAD SANDALS? Is that even what they’re called? Or dork sandals as me and my mum call them?
These got an ‘absolutely NOT’ from the boyfriend but I love them. They’re @johnlewisandpartners (popped a link on my stories) and are soo comfy. I’ve also lusted after many a @teva and @arizona.l.o.v.e pair too. They’ve been perfect for long coastal walks this weekend, as well as for pottering around town, much to my boyfriend’s dismay. I’ll share some of my fave accounts who rock a chunky sandal on my stories too! X
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#clothesmyboyfriendhates #chunkysandal #trekkingsandals #ootd #fashionblog #dadsandals #Manrepeller

Oh these matching pyjamas are definitely #clothes

Oh these matching pyjamas are definitely #clothesmyboyfriendhates. I’m not sure if it’s cos they’re matching (and matching my phone case); the pattern; or the fact I am wearing them on repeat that he hates. They’re so comfy though. Something I’ll miss when life goes back to ‘normal’ is being ready for bed, make up off, skincare routine done and in some jazzy pyjamas at 9pm. As much as I LOVE an early night I probably only used to have one once a month or so. Having a (busy) full time job, this wonderful account, and various other bits to keep me busy I probably didn’t take enough time to just *chill*. That being said I am also very ready for a big night out / rosé on the beach somewhere hot at lunchtime / just an after work beer. For now I’ll stay in these dreamy jammies and watch desperate housewives with a tea ✌️
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These PJ bottoms were a PR sample from @lesgirlslesboys , I loved them so much I bought the matching top. My phone case was a PR sample from the wonderful @peggyandsam , it’s a tough case and I love it - perfect for clumsy people like me.

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#clothesmyboyfriendhates #lesgirlslesboys #pyjamastyle #pyjamas #sleepwear #fashionblog #sleepfashion #Manrepeller

As you all know, spotty baggy dresses with trainer

As you all know, spotty baggy dresses with trainers are usually #clothesmyboyfriendhates but a two year old said I was a princess whilst wearing it which he agreed with so this ones a winner! (thanks for the dress @nicolebrooky !) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#clothesmyboyfriendhates #trainers #nikeairmax #londonblogger #fashionblog

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