Tag: lifestyle

  • 5 Things To Do On A Rainy Bank Holiday

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    We may be heading into June soon but this last Bank Holiday is looking seriously dodgy weather-wise. So why risk getting stuck in a rain shower in the erratic British weather?! Here are five suggestions for things to do on a rainy Bank Holiday weekend – and any rainy day to be honest…

    1. Museum hop…because why stand outside in the rain when you can put your cultural head on underneath a roof. Head to London or another big city or keep close to home. Wander around for a few hours, spend some time in pop-up exhibitions and take in a guided tour.

    2. Have a read-a-thon…I don’t know about you but I have a TBR pile the size of a skyscraper. So this weekend build yourself a bedroom blanket fort with a pile of books and escape only to take tea/coffee/biscuit breaks (and to y’know pee).

    3. Indoor yoga…fire up Youtube, roll out your yoga matt (it’s there in the back of your cupboard somewhere right?) and be one with your inner self. Don’t attempt anything too testing but try some breathing exercises, focus on your mind and stretch out your limbs. Namaste my friends.

    4. Two words. Netflix Marathon…fire up the laptop or settle down in front of your Smart TV and get watch that series/movie that ALL of your friends have been banging on about *cough*Daredevil*cough*

    5. Get baking…there nothing more comforting on a rainy day than baking something deliciously calorific. Not only is it wonderful stress relief but you get to eat CAKE when you’re finished and can earn you serious brownie points (hahaha) with your family/housemate/significant other. Let’s be real that’s a decent win/win situation.

    R.xoxo

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  • 23 | A Very Grown Up Birthday Wish List

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    Olivia Burton watch, ASOS//Wall shelf, Ikea//Hand painted mugs, Etsy//London Cushion, Oh Deer//New York Cushion, Oh Deer//Dream catcher colouring book, The Book Depository//Mindfulness colouring book, The Book Depository//Linen dress, Uniqlo//Leather sandals, H&M//Scented candle sets, Ikea//Vegan mineral make-up, Inika//Sleeveless blouse, Uniqlo//Alarm clock, Paperchase//NYPD top, Topshop

    It’s ma birthday tomorrow guys! Wahoooo! As I’ll be turning 23 I’m semi-trying to convince myself that I’m kinda-sort-of an adult so can legitimately make a wish list of slightly more ‘grown up’ items than the usual. This includes a few home comfort bits, really awesome beauty favourites and ‘forever’ pieces for my wardrobe though if you look closely I have slipped in two less practically items (colouring books for grown ups and an NYPD tee…hellz yeah!)

    R.xoxo

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  • Top 5 Soundtracks To Make You Fall In Love With Musicals

    Hey guys, did you know I’m into musicals? (*cue sarcastic shouts of ‘Nah really Ria I had no idea?! That is brand new information to us!’) I’m a huge advocate of converting every single person I know into a musical theatre fan and seeing as the Olivier Awards are being held this weekend in London, I thought it’d be nice to extend this out into my blogging world too – you have been warned!

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    Of course the most important part of the musical is the music and as in most cases it’s super hard to actually go see a show (they’re either super expensive, all the way in London or New York, or unfortunately closed) But musical theatre soundtracks become the next best way to experience the magic.

    Now I know a few of you are novices in this art form so I’m not gonna throw something weird or outrageous like Hedwig and the Angry Inch or Spring Awakening at you – though do look up the original cast recordings for those they’re freaking incredible – I thought I’d introduce you to a few soundtracks that’ll get you falling in love with the genre.

    They may not be the most obvious choices, but they are some of my favourites. So sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

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