Let’s chat about my go-to beauty essentials! It’s been far too long since I’ve done a dedicated makeup post! Like far too long! So strap in as I guide you through my current go-to products for my beauty routine. I’ve been asked recently what beauty …
Escape to the countryside for a well-needed break at Runa Farm Hi everyone, my first post of 2023! I know I’m late to the party… The beginning of 2023 has been so busy but I’m so glad to finally be blogging again. Today I’ll be …
How blogging curated my career at Teesside University Can you believe my blog is now nine years old? We’re nearly in double figures! Those who have been on this blogging journey with me from day one will know this blog started at Teesside University. Yes, …
Christmas is fastly approaching so here’s one gem I no longer can’t live without… It’s been way too long since I did a Christmas post on here. As my long-term readers know I was obsessed with writing dozens of gift guides. This year is a …
I was kindly invited to stay at the new Cabin Walk Garden Rooms at Newton Hall… Nestled in the Northumbrian countryside and situated right next door to Newton Hall and a short drive to the sea. The Cabin Walk Garden Rooms is the ultimate retreat …
If you’re looking for your next city break or a week in the sun – I have you covered! It feels good writing a travel blog again. It’s been more than two years since our last holiday abroad so a week in Dubrovnik, Croatia was …
New Additions To My Skincare Routine Skin brightening products? Yes, please! Let’s chat about a new brand I’ve discovered: Fade Out. And how this trio has been a great addition to my daily and weekly routine. Feels good to be typing on here again! I …
Timeless jewellery perfect for warmer days When it comes to jewellery, I like to keep things simple. Especially silver jewellery that I can wear every day. I very much like to keep with the same jewellery on a day-to-day basis. Such as a necklace and …
Stylish jewellery you can personalise and keep forever with Astley Clarke Gift someone a sentimental gift that they can keep forever with a personalised locket necklace by Astley Clarke! I recently received this sterling silver necklace as a gifted item and let me tell you …
My go-to serum that’s got my skin through 2021 winter and even now… I can’t believe we’re in month two of 2022 already. January went surprisingly quick, don’t you think? It feels like forever since I last blogged but I’ve got a great product review …
The perfect partnership: skincare, makeup & confidence. It goes without saying, the secret to looking and feeling your best comes from inner self-confidence, not what products you have on your face. You can wear all the makeup in the world but if you don’t feel …
It’s eight years this month that I began blogging at Polished Couture… Every year I feel like I say something similar but blogging has been a great stepping stone for me. I’m sure every other blogger will agree. It’s given me an abundance of experience …
As the dark nights draw in there’s nothing better than cosying up with lavender bath products. I’ve always loved the smell of lavender I find it a very relaxing and therapeutic scent. So when Luxe England contacted me to see if I wanted to feature …
A staple piece every gal should have in their wardrobe… I think it’s fair to say we’ve transitioned into Autumn a little now haven’t we? The dark nights are creeping in and the cold wet days are back… So I dunno about you but this …
As a beauty blogger I love discovering new skincare brands and products which end up becoming part of my day-to-day routine. As my readers know, I do love a good skincare product or two. I am very fortunate enough to be approached by PR’s and …
