Little Holiday Haul!

HAPPY WEDNESDAY! even if it is raining, I'm buying bikini's and summery things! :)

Hey beauty's! hope your all ok.. Thought I would show you a few bits I picked up today at the shops!

I am so so SO excited that Boots have bought out NYX cosmetics YES! I spent a good 15 minutes mooching round the stall thinking how great it was and what to try!:') I have only ever tired a lip cream from here a while back so i knew they were good!

 I picked up one of those in shade Stockholm,a liquid highlgihter born to glow in shade Beam. I get discount at boots so they came £10.50 but i think the Lip tint was £5.50? and the highlighter £7.00? don't  quote me as I can't find the receipt! haha anyway super excited to try these will keep you updated!

Some super cute candles from H&M for my holiday! I love tan and tassels,so when I saw them both together on a shoe... I was in love instantly! These were £14.99 but I had a return voucher for £15 so technically they were free! ;)

OK for the bargain of the day. This bikini from H&M is £3.99 for each part! amazing huh! I thought so. £7.98 for a bikini! Yes please!  They also had it in black I was torn between them both but at that price If I like this one I will certainly be going back to pick up the black one!

 

Lastly, I picked up this cute house decoration that reads 'Dream until your dreams come true'.

I felt this was pretty apt as I passed my driving test on Monday and Ive been driving on and off for so long and I finally did it! So feeling super proud and this little memo caught my eye and I thought it was sweet. It was only 99p so I picked it up! 

Hope you enjoy! 

Fran xxx

Paris🇫🇷🇫🇷

Hey beauty's! I've just returned from a
long weekend in Paris for my 5 year anniversary with my boy!🇫🇷 It was amazing! What a stunning place, here are some pics of my time there 💋 hope you enjoy!

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Love FWV XX

⚓Salcombe 2015⚓

I've just returned from the best week ever. In my favourite place with my favourite people. For those of you who don't know that place is Salcombe, in South devon. This is a place that I have  spent many weeks over many years throughout my childhood. Each twist and turn has its own memories from when I was younger and used to roam free. It is one of those places that however long you leave to return it will always stay the same.

A quick look at Salcombe...

With it's narrow scenic streets and it's characteristic cottages, Salcombe has to be one of the prettiest places I've ever been to. It's as though all of your worries are whisked away the moment you arrive and you throw on your flip flops and relax.

PUBS&CAFE'S⚓

The pubs are gorgeous with a really seaside feel to them including The Victoria Inn, The King's Arms, The Fortescue and The Ferry Inn. They are child friendly in the day with play areas, dogs are welcome too with the Kings arms offering an 'a la barc' menu (cute!)We went for a drink at The Wardroom Cafe, I had a luxury hot chocolate which came with mini marshmallows, a flake and cream <3






RESTRAUNTS⚓

We had a few meals out including breakfast and lunch. We went to The Kings Arms for lunch and sat on they're sun terrace. It was so lovely, the sun was beaming down on us and we had mussels and chips, yum! We also  went for Dinner at The Harbour Hotel after my boyfriends graduation and were treated like royalty, it looked like a lovely hotel and I will defo be looking to stay there in the future.

SHOPS⚓

The shops are a mix of one off's and chains including Cath Kidston and Fat face, Boots and Musto. The most exciting thing is Cranch's sweet shop. Established in 1869, this sweet shop has every kind of sweet you could wish for.  From teeth and lips to sugared mice, candy canes to flying saucers your bound to find something that tickles your fancy.

FASHION⚓

The fashion down there is Also SO different to home. No one cares down there what so ever, you don't have to wash your hair everyday and put on your best outfit. Infant the less clothes you wear is better as you get soaked on the boat! Nobody really wears much makeup or tan it's all natural and beachy. Jack Wills was established in Salcombe so a lot of people have found out about Salcombe through that and wear all the gear! Everywhere you look there are Quba Sails coats and MUSTO hats and boat shoes, true english style.  A pair of flip flops and some shorts and a big thick coat would do you.

BEACHES⚓

The beaches down here are stunning, when the weathers right obviously! Many of them have ferries that can take you across for a small fee. Over at East Portalmouth there is a beach cafe called The Venus Cafe! My last name is Venus so obviously i have to have a coffee!

Im on the way home as I write this. We went for a week and I'm honestly gutted to be coming home, It's 100% my happy place!

Here are some photos from my week there... enjoy x 

Garnier Summerbody

Garnier Summer Body Lotion Deep Sun-Kissed

Wanting a summer kissed look? Don't want the streaks and that biscuit smell? Look no further! I use this as part of my daily beauty routine and want you lot to know about it!

Is Summerbody Moisturising Lotion for me?
If you are looking for a daily body moisturiser that leaves your skin feeling soft and supple with the added benefit of looking naturally sun-kissed and radiant all year round, most certainly yes.

How does it work?

Specially designed for deeper skin tones, the formula contains a hint of tanning ingredient, to gradually build a natural-looking even tan after each application. Enriched with a moisturising complex and natural extract of apricot, Summerbody intensely moisturises your skin all day long leaving it feeling soft and supple.

Developing time:
I didn’t notice much  of a difference until I’d applied it two or three times.

How to Use It

"Usage Recommendation: Wash hands well after each application as it can tan your hands. Apply evenly all over the body for a non streaked result. I like to wait a few minutes before i get dressed so that it doesn't run onto my clothes.

At the moment in Boots it's on offer for £4.00! Thats a saving of £3.79 (usually £7.79)

get yours here

I am amazed with this product. Its such a great price.  It Tans perfectly and builds up quickly which is a bonus as you an start just  a couple of days before your going out. It leaves no streaks or marks what so ever, whilst  Moisturising  and leaving skin feeling silky and smooth. Defiantly would recommend this to anyone and everyone!!

Last minute things for holiday!

HOLIDAY 

So I'm off to lanzarote tomorrow and I wanted to hit the shops in case of some last minute beauty's! That's exactly what I found, check out some of the things I grabbed and where there from for some inspiration for your holiday! 

I bagged these shorts in H&M for a mere £14.99! Bargain or what!? They are from the Coachella collection that they have in at the moment, I love them and they're just long enough to cover the side where your thighs meet your bum, the bit we all hate! 

I found this little gem in New Look. A white Lacey playsuit. It has the cutest little Pom pom's on the bottom which really makes it look summery! The straps are adjustable and it's not too fitted so that you can still breath! This was £25 from a concession called Parisian ( something) which I thought was a lot but I'm sure it will be worth it.

I'm absolutely loving the off the shoulder tops at the moment and I found one in Primark for £4! Result! I fancied it in white  and black and that price you can have both without breaking the bank. It's super versatile as you can wear it as a normal belly top or slide of the shoulder for a more relaxed look.

Next up is my gorgeous necklace from wait for it.... Primark! It's got four necklaces on one clasp and looks so gorgeous on. This was £4 and well worth every penny, that's like a pound a necklace! Get in! 

I also picked up some gorgeous earrings in Primark as apparently all you need this season is some big chandelier earrings! These were an absolute steal at £2.50 and I will certainly be rocking these all the way to the beach bar!🌴

Also, I've gone for white nails! Although I am hoping they won't fade too much in the sun! 😩will let you know how I get on 

 Happy holidays all! What have you got for your holiday?

 Let me know ! 

Love Fran xx 

Summer Abs

I don't know about you but my holiday is in 3 weeks, 3 weeks!? my body is defo not ready for that yet!!

It's time to work my socks off for a few weeks.

Here is a short blog of some of my favourite exercises for you.

Grab yourself a yoga mat, because doing these on the carpet really can burn your knees and palms! These exercises are for both your bum, ab's and legs, these are my main focus points. 

A few of my favourites are:

plank for 30 seconds,

15 sit ups,

15 crunches

50 squats.

15 leg raises (each leg),

15 burpees,

30 seconds of vertical toe touches,

30 donkey kicks on each leg.

These exercises really make you feel the burn the next morning and sometimes instantly. Personally I like to feel this as It means it's  really working, some people like to stretch it out after a workout so that It doesn't hurt as much in the morning.

There is a channel on Youtube called Fitness Blender which is amazing, it's all free workouts that you can do In the comfort of your own home and boy do they burn. Some you need equipment for and others you just need your body.

 Here is the link to the page :FitnessBlender

My favourites from their page are:

10 Min Abs Workout -- At Home Abdominal and Oblique Exercises : 
http://youtu.be/1919eTCoESo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1919eTCoESo

This one is really good for toning your ab's and feeling the burn.

5 minute Butt and thigh workout for a bigger butt:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afghBre8NlI

boy does this one hurt! ouch! each time I finish this one i say 'never again' but It's so worth it, after all you know what they say 'no pain, no gain!'

Also, I've switched from fizzy drinks and plain water to fruit water. I fill bottles with fruit and leave them in the fridge overnight. I will be blogging about that soon.

Thanks for reading! 

whats your favourite? let me know!xxx

How to get that summer glow all year round

         HOW TO GET THAT GORGEOUS            SUMMER GLOW ALL YEAR ROUND

 feeling pale and rubbish about yourself? dreaming about the summer and your tan from june 2014 :( me too, heres some tips to get you looking juicy in January and marvellous in March.

 Now I've used my fair share of fake tans, and yep! you guessed it! I LOVE St. Moriz tan. It's so affordable its almost too cheap. Winner of the 2011  cosmopolitan beauty award for 'best self tan', It's no wonder its become so popular.  You can buy this tan for £2.99 !!!here.

TANTABULOUS TIPS 

1. If your planning on tanning before bed, clean your teeth first! I don't know how many times I've tanned and then had to clean my teeth like a freak trying to keep the toothpaste off my lips! Then you have to rinse!! Honestly just not worth it, probably quite funny to watch though I spose! :')

2. If you need to shave your legs etc, I suggest you do this 24 hours before you want to apply your fake tan as this opens your pores which can make your tan look patchy. (not a good look!!)

3. Moisturise before you apply! This will help the tan stop from clinging to your dry bits. If you know you have a few dry patches be sure to concentrate on moisturising those first e.g: elbows, knees and ankles. Use an oil free moisturiser so that it doesn't create a barrier to the tan.

4. If your hair is fair, applying vaseline or any other barrier cream to your hairline and eyebrows can help to create a barrier to the fake tan, unless you like the orange eyebrow look! A great tan takes a lot of attention to detail!

I don't know about you,but my PET HATE is seeing patchy fake tan, those terrible burnt orange hands and half baked ankles. SO... before applying its a MUST to clean and prep your skin.Would you paint a wall without sanding it first? haha! but you see what I mean! I like to use Soap and Glory's 'Flake Away'. My favourite thing about this product is the smell, its delicious! Sweet and musky whilst still being feminine. The product itself is pretty thick,which makes application easier and helps to remove all residual dirt and dead skin cells. Massage in circular motions and keep going until the grains have nearly gone. After application, the skin is smooth and it keeps the gorgeous smell. I like to do this step the night before I plan to tan. (great rhyme!)

Application:

I find It's best applied with a mitt, I get mine from Bodycare or boots, they're only a few pounds. I've linked some here & here. A tip is to wear some disposable gloves underneath the mitt just incase you get any leakage through the mitt. 

Now this next step is personal preference. I feel like when you shower a lot of this product comes off, I like my tan to be noticeable so I apply two nights in a row. Not only does it look darker, it also lasts longer.

Comment below if you have any suggestions for me or have learnt something from this post.If not,

Happy Tanning! xxx