Custom made: is it worth it?

custom made clothing

Have you ever had anything custom made? It’s certainly not the norm for most of us is it? From monogrammed pens to custom number plates by Fourdot, you can have anything made with the only limit being your imagination. There are a few things that come to mind when it comes to tailor-made and custom […]

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Are you a fan of the F-word?

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Hectic day with the children? I’m used to that routine. It’s those early morning starts, the rushing to get errands done, plenty of after school clubs and extracurricular activities to arrange and chaperone, then straight on to cooking dinner, cleaning up, homework and still trying to fit my own work in during the evening. Well, […]

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Fashion must haves for parents

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Being a parent is rewarding in its self but while looking after your children there can be very little time left to spend on yourself. However, you can treat yourself by ensuring that you have a few key fashion items and accessories in your wardrobe. These items need to be practical. You no doubt get […]

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Top winter sun destinations

winter sun destinations

The winter months can feel like a drag to some people. That’s why many people opt for a spot of winter sun to see them through until the summer months warm things up a bit. As someone who firmly associates winter holidays with snow and winter sports, I find it a hard one to get […]

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Wardrobe essentials for busy mums

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I still haven’t reached that point after having children where I enjoy buying clothes for myself. Anyone else? I think there are a few reasons for this. Firstly I’ve still not reached that point where I’m happy with how I look and feel in clothes, secondly, as anyone with little ones knows, you end up […]

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The Royal British Legion: more than poppies in November

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Remembrance seems so present in the month of November with poppies everywhere and Remembrance Services popping up in every neighbourhood. The British Legion are behind the original poppy appeal. The British Legion was formed on 15 May 1921, bringing together four national organisations of ex-Servicemen that had established themselves after the First World War. Launched with […]

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School run clothing: keeping it easy

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The school run is one of those times you see all sorts of sights. From people in their pyjamas and slippers, to those in full make up and designer clothing. There really is a huge spectrum of clothing. Where do you sit on the spectrum? What’s your approach? There are lots of parents who don’t […]

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