The last 28 days flew by. We had some incredible weather even the flowers/plants are confused I think? I spent a week with the family while the school holidays were on. The decorating of the flat was put on hold for a week.
It’s difficult to know what to pack for a week regarding fashion when the weather’s like a yo-yo. I had to think carefully and pack as light as possible. The dogs always come with us and they take up all of the bootspace!
The leather biker has been my fashion friend
It was well worth the wait to find the perfect fit for little me and the quality of the leather is butter soft. If your thinking about buying one, take a look at your charity shops like I did. You can read how I found this biker here. I would never have been able to afford a good designer piece like this. I have lived in the boots from Jake Shoes constantly.
Here’s another outfit with the biker. The sculpting jeans have just been the best! And the Natalie blouse from my favourite brand Baukjen is now on sale.
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The grandsons birthday
It was one of my grandson’s birthday and he had his heart set on this huge bear!
You should have seen the looks I got driving him home! You may have seen my stories on Instagram? If we’re not connected, you can find me here
One of those glorious sunny days, I managed to get some family photos
Meet the grandchildren and the daughter. From left to right – Zack -Ronnie – Sara and Blake. It’s hard to get a family photo of them all smiling together. Blake is severely autistic, hence why Sara is having to hold him in place.
You may remember the outfit from a couple of weeks ago? I often pop over so Sara can take a quick shot for me. We rarely manage to get a photo of the two of us. Sara, bless her rarely gets a full nights sleep and I wonder how she copes sometimes. I try to help as much as possible.
Beauty news
Slow to the very popular Trinny London BFF foundation. For me, it just didn’t have enough coverage. I like to hide my imperfections more than this lightweight foundation could handle.
I like that this has an SPF of 30 and the texture is amazing. I decided one day to mix one pump with my foundation and it was love! Mixing the two together is like a base and foundation all rolled into one. The light particles and consistency have made a foundation matched in heaven. Hence why it is now empty and there’s a new one on its way. Take a look at the Trinny London Website. Worth a look.
I’ve been gifted a whole host of goodies from Superdrug’s new skincare range called Optimum. This new range has been developed with us more mature women in mind regarding our skincare and I’m looking forward to road testing it all. There will be a follow up post to see how I’ve got on.
Adding new items to my spring summer wardrobe – making wish lists
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The Jumpsuit caught my eye. I love linen when it’s warm and I thought a T-shirt would look good under it too on cooler days. French Connection is not a label I see in the blogosphere a lot but I think they have some lovely items.
The blouse is floral and floaty. The colorways will work hard with my other summer wardrobe.
Pearls are going to be a huge trend this year, they are everywhere on Instagram. I love pearls and I like the more on-trend design above. On sale too at a mere £7.99!
I recently stumbled across the Katie Loxton handbag site via my Instagram and I love so many of the designs!
News
I was recently invited by Marie Curie the cancer charity to become a brand ambassador. Of course, I jumped at the chance to support this wonderful charity that helps cancer sufferers and their families to get through hard times. These Tara Daffodil shoes from Hotter shoes are cute and soo comfortable. There’s a donation of £20.00 to Marie Currie for every pair sold.I look forward to sharing what’s to come via the charity. They have some lovely ideas in store.
Excited!
I’m excited to tell you that I will be featured in the weekly magazine “Women’s Own” on the 12th of March. I always get a bit nervous about stuff like this! I have no idea what it’s going to look like!
Back on film!
I finally managed to edit my first stage of the flat renovation. I will manage to get those weekly films up one day Promise!
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Hi Laurie,
I love this post. It so open, authentic and honest. It’s nice to get to know you more personally. I admire your daughter – she must be a strong woman to take care of her three boys and one of them being autistic.
Big hugs,
Miriam
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Thanks Miri.
I decided this was the year to open up about my lifestyle a bit more. I want my readers to know about me, not just what I wear xx
I love your picks dear, especially that jumpsuit and earrings. Really classy and elegant.
Jessica |
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Thanks Jessica xx
That biker jacket must be one of your best finds ever, it’s so versatile. Lovely photo of your daughter and grandsons, and the one with the bear in the passenger seat made me smile! xxx
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Thanks Ann. If anything on my blog makes you smile, then my job is done xx
It’s so fun to catch up this way, Laurie.
And that bear is adorable. Heck, you could use him for a smile anyday!! And how wonderful to see the family too.
XOXO
Jodie
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Thanks Jodie. It’s nice to talk about life in general xx
How large is that bear!?? No wonder you got some looks! Thanks for sharing with #PoCoLo
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Thanks Stephanie xx
This was such a lovely post Laurie. What a fabulous family pic. The teddy in the car was a lot of fun. Thank you for sharing with us.
Anna at Muttonstyle
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Thanks so much Anna xx
Your grandchildren are adorable! I can only image the looks you got driving down the road with that huge bear… my mother in law put a giant Santa in her backseat one December and drove all around with him; the reactions were priceless.
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I know! I had a lot of fun driving that bear home! xx
You have such a lovely family, Laurie. I think your daughter looks just like you. I love the biiiiiiiiig bear. o) Have a great week.
Anna
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I will pass that on to Sara Anna. I had a lot of fun with that big bear! xx
Looks like a fun week. I love your leather jacket! Your grandchildren and daughter are beautiful.
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Thanks so much Amy xx
Seriously woman, is there anything that you dont look good in! Gorgeous lady. You sound like you have some fantastic things coming up, how exciting for you. I look forward to following along. I love that photo of you in the car with the bear lol xxxx
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Thanks, Kerry. I’m looking forward to seeing what the rest of the year brings xx
Your grandchildren are adorable and you certainly have a very pretty daughters. Love your biker jacket look and so happy for your wonderful news. You have great sense of style.
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Thanks so much Anna. I have worn the biker non-stop. I was slow to get one but I love it xx
Love the daffodil shoes! Thanks for linking up with us at the #WednesdayAIMLinkParty 32
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Thank you! Good to promote something worthwhile and helpful xx
Loved reading this post Laurie. What a busy time you’re having!!
Fabulous photographs of your beautiful daughter and grandchildren.
I love your style – you go from Chic, to edgy, to relaxed easily.
I’ll be interested to see how you get on with the Superdrug goodies – I have used the serum, many moons ago now. the formula has probably changed.
Alison
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Thanks, Alison. It’s all very floral smelling! I hope it works! xx
Sarah is so beautiful Laurie! Xx
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I will pass that on to Sara Ashley. xx
Wow! You’ve been a busy bee. You’re family photo is wonderful and very precious. Your daughter looks amazing just like you Laurie. Glad to see you’re doing so well – look forward to seeing the magazine. Have a happy week. Jacqui Mummabstylish
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Thanks Jacqui. It comes out on the 12th xx
Morning Laurie – I’m so happy to see photos of your daughter and grandchildren after hearing about them so long! You took some gorgeous photos and your daughter has your sense of style! xx
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Aw, thanks Maria. She has grown to be a fine young woman that I’m very proud of xx
I love how versatile, classic and timeless your style is Laurie. Love that denim dress and how you styled it. Your daughter is gorgeous and so are your grandsons!
Welcome by tomorrow and every Thursday to join my linkup. =) I featured you last week on Thursday Moda too. Did you see it?!
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Thanks Ada xx
That must be very difficult for your daughter. We have a nephew who is autistic. He is now 18 and pretty independent. But as a child he was a lot to handle.
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Yes, it’s very hard Nancy. They have said he will be life long dependant but Blake has done so well the past year that I wonder. He’s just starting to say a couple of words and tries to communicate so that’s amazing xx
What a lovely post Laurie, was so nice to hear that you have become a Marie Curie ambassador what a wonderful thing to do! Love your family photos too. Your daughter looks a lot like you! So pretty!
Have a great week
Gemma x
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Thanks Gemma. I’m so proud to support Marie Currie. xx