Anatomicals review*

Hey Guys!

So I was recently sent some products to feature on my blog by Anatomicals. These are a unique and bright range of skincare and makeup products and I'm going to share how I found them!

The packaging is very bright and upbeat which really appealed to me and made the products stand out. I love trying new face masks and these were fantastic. The tropical one in particular had quite a strong scent but on both my face felt very hydrated and clean after using them so I can say they were very effective. 

I found the lip balm packaging very unique and amusing. It was definitely different to any other I'd seen before and whilst it is slightly weird it is very cleverly incorporated. 

There was also a headache balm included in the set which we decided to test on mum as she had a headache at the time, she said there was a very strong burning sensation that she felt and it had a very strong scent, nevertheless, her headache did disappear. 

There was also a dry balm included which I decided to test on my elbows as I suffer with dry skin particularly there. The product was effective for me as my skin definitely felt a lot smoother however some body butters may work just as well.

http://www.anatomicals.com.mt/

Thank you for reading! 

x~Jess~x

5 Questions With: Madia & Matilda

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Today I am going to be introducing a brand which I have recently discovered. Madia & Matilda have a strong focus on sustainable clothing, launched in 2013 this unique brand has a really creative edge. I asked them a few questions to find out more about how they've grown and their plans for the future.

Where did the inspiration for the clothing brand start?
From my love of sustainable clothes, grown from a university project

How has sustainable clothing developed since its launch?
The sustainable market is constantly growing, developing as more and more consumers find out more about sustainable living

 

Which have been your most successful designs and why do you think this is?
Our pleated skirts are always a bestseller, I think its because they're a staple item, which is timeless.


Who is your main target market, how do you promote to them?
Our target market is 16 to 39, however with our new alterations service we also reach up to the age of 70

Do you have any further plans for expansion in the future?
Yes we have a number of different plans in the pipeline. The alterations service being one of our new operations, which we will provide in our new sustainable lifestyle section.

I have added some of my favourite designs below and also their links to their website, tumblr and Facebook here so you can discover them for yourself!

 

This stunning black dress is a must for every girls wardrobe

 

A casual but elegant style, a particular favourite of mine

For a more casual look, this set is perfect for those warmer autumn days

 

 

 

x~Jess~x

 

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Growing Up And Taking Chances

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It's scary to think that in just a few weeks I'll be celebrating my 18th birthday! Of course, I am excited but I feel a sense of fear at the thought of growing up, school seems to have gone so quickly already and the panic of what I am going to do after school has started to occur.

I decided from an early age that I didn't want to go to university, despite a lot of my friends who have now started the application process, I felt that it wouldn't be the right decision for me. I have been wanting to set up my own business for a few years and hopefully I will have the opportunity to do this after school, that's the plan anyway.

This year I have felt like I have started to grow up a lot more, in a good way. I went on a weekend away with friends and had the most amazing time, started learning to drive and looking at going travelling next summer, for the first time in a long while I have started to feel excited at the opportunities that are to come.
There are so many things to look forward to in life and I am feeling very optimistic about the future, despite the pressure on things such as school there is a sense that everything will be okay in the end.

x~Jess~x

A few days in Ingoldmells/Skegness

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So I recently had a few days away to end the summer holidays with my boyfriend and one of my best friends. I always enjoy getting away and the beach is one of my favourite places to go, although I also enjoy adventure and always being on the go, I hate sitting still! 

This was my first break away just with friends and I had a lovely time, we hired a lovely caravan near fantasy island which was very reasonably priced at £100, I would definitely go again!

On our first night we decided to eat at a place called the beachcomber which was recommended to us, we didn't realise it was a 3 mile walk away until it was too late!

We discovered a play park in skegness on the second day which nobody seemed to be using, although I've been to Skeg a few times I never knew this was there! We enjoyed the rides and being by the beach and generally having a very busy day

On our last day we decided to go to the beach which was good to have a bit of a rest as we were all quite tired by this point (and feeling slightly ill) the waves were massive but absolutely freezing 

Thank you so much to Hannah for taking all of these photos (I think the others were a little camera shy) 

x~Jess~x

A week in Zante!

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I know I haven't posted much recently and I'm really determined to try and getting better at more regular and consistent posting. 

Yesterday I got back after spending a week in Zante, the island is beautiful and it was lovely to be able to get away from everything and relax, travelling is one of my passions and everytime I go somewhere like this it makes me appreciate the world and makes me curious to explore it more. 

I'm not the type to sit by the pool and aim to get a tan, I don't tan I burn too easily, so I was determined from the start to explore the local area as much as I could. I went on two trips, to see the turtles and a jeep safari of the island to take in some of it's amazing views

One of the most curious things I saw whilst there was a floating shop, I thought if was such a great idea with all the boat trips around the area and had a unique appeal, I thought there was something genius there.

From a young age my parents have always seen the importance of travel, I live in a small village and although it is lovely to be able to know everyone and be in the countryside it is also good to know that there is more to this world, there is so much left to explore and one day I hope to travel to world even more! 

Let me know what you're up to this summer and if you have anything excitif planned

x~Jess~x

#TrySomethingNew

Hey Guys,

So today's post is only going to be a short one to let you know about a challenge that I am taking part in, starting at the beginning of next month.

The challenge goes by the #TrySomethingNew which is when I will aim to try something new whether that be a new activity, food or place that I have never tried before.

The purpose of this for me is to experience new things, I love travel and experiencing new places and the idea of change excites me, I'm looking forward to doing something that's out of routine.

I will try and post as much as I can during the course of the month, however as it is unlikely that I will be able to post everyday I will do a quick mention on twitter of what I've been getting up to and try and update the blog as regularly as I can.

If you'd like to get involved with the challenge let me know in the comments so that I can keep up to date! I hope as many of you as possible will get involved.

x~Jess~x

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Lincolnshire Garden Show

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So I've always tried to get out and about as much as I can, my mum is really into her gardening so recently we went to a garden show at the Lincolnshire Showground,

Admiringly, this wouldn't usually be my sort of thing although it happened to be linked with a dog show which was also taking place which was interesting to watch and kept me occupied whilst mum was looking around for plants.

There was lots of activities going on throughout the day and lots of different stalls to nose around!

Despite not being a big fan of plants and gardens myself, the variety that was at the show meant there was something for everyone and it would be something I would attend again.

After we left we went to a local cafe called The Tea Cosy which is a lovely village cafe serving a range of hot food and snack and has a lovely community atmosphere. 

I have been here many times with family and friends and the staff make the effort to get to know you which adds to the community feel.

It is also decorated with vintage ornaments which adds a shabby chic look to this cosy cafe.

x~Jess~x