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Summer Expectations Vs. Reality
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Summer can carry a lot of expectations, especially if you are responsible for organising a bunch of fun activities for the family or friend group! Now we've had a lot of scorching days this summer thus plenty of opportunities for fun in the sun. Although...summer doesn't always go to plan! Here are some summer Expectations VS. Reality Going to the Beach Expectation: A nice picnic on the beach, warm sun on your back, a majestic view of the sea - maybe a few drinks whilst the kids make sandcastles - what could go wrong eh?! Reality: Sand in your picnic,...
Accessorising this Summer: Subtlety or Stand-out?
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When it comes to accessorising any outfit we have been taught that less is more right? That has always been the golden rule. Coco Chanel said "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off". However, social media platforms such as Instagram have re-painted this fashion rule in favour of stand-out accessories. Here we see bum bags, visors, micro sunglasses, flower-power headbands at the forefront of this summers' fashion wave. Alongside, chunky sandals, Vogues' 80's sunnies and Instagram's barely there shades. Top tip 1: Team flower prints with monochrome jewellery Top tip 2: Mix prints...
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Bedford In The Summer!
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This summer, Bedford brings forth a whirlwind of arts, recreation & entertainment to it's lovely locals and vivacious visitors! Most notably: commemoration of the 'Bunyan effect' and the people who came to Bedford after the Second World War at The Higgins museum and a wide variety of shows and a show for everyone at the Corn Exchange! Without further ado! - Here are five reasons why you should visit bedford in the summer: 1. The Food! At this time of year, Bedford town is home to several delicious food parades, featuring: Vegan cuisine, Cake tasting, Sweet Treats, Homemade & Homegrown and Beer festivals!...
The Office Party Outfit Dilemma
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We are now in full blown Christmas countdown mode, what with it being the 1st of the month and all. We can safely assume you’re all attending Christmas parties galore. Some of you might even have partaken in one or two in November. It’s the usual dilemma of what to wear that generally stumps me though. If it’s a works do you don’t want to turn up and be considered Bridget Jones' frumpier sister, nor do you want to be avoided as ‘that man eater over there’. Tricky. Well fear not, Nick has come up with some perfect items to make your Christmas...
Let the countdown begin.
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Ok kids, there’s four weekends until Christmas; we are at the start of loopy season comrades. That means four weekends to get presents for everyone, put up your trees and generally start to enjoy the prospect of drinking mulled wine and eating mince pies with a wild abandon akin to your last meal. That’s just me then? Right. I’m not even sorry. Addressing the first issue is on my priority list today, shopping for gifts. Of course, I want you all to come here and clear us out of stock, but...