The High Fives- May 2017

It's great finding stuff you really like isn't it?! It's even better when you can share your new found faves with others (well sharing's caring after all!), so I thought the blog would be the perfect platform to do just that, with this new feature, The High Fives!  A cohesive list of FIVE little gems that I've been loving, varying from bargain buys to Netflix binge-worthy hits. Hope you find a new found fave! 

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1. GIRLBOSS on Netflix 

Managed to devour this new series in a matter of days. Telling the true life tale of fashion empire Nasty Gal's CEO Sophia Amouroso's climb to top from her humble eBay-shop beginnings. Inspired by her book of the same name (which I ADORED!), I loved season one! WARNING!!- this programme may make you psyched to start your own business post-viewing!  

2. PODCASTS

These have been a real game changer for me over the past year or so in terms of making my lengthy commutes way more palatable. I've dabbled in tuning into a few different series but have recently locked down a couple of firm faves. I'm pretty sure you'll find a podcast about ANYTHING you're interested in but my current recommendations (in no particular order) are: 

Scummy Mummies- comedy duo Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson tackle a range of topics relevant to all those not-so perfect parents out there. If you need a dose of reality and a right good giggle be sure to check this out. 

Ctrl Alt Delete- Writer Emma Gannon's book of the same name is a fabulous blow by blow account of how this millennial grew up on line in the age of MySpace and Internet dating. On her podcast she  interviews other Creatives about their experiences on-line and sparks inspiring conversations about life, careers, friendships and everything in between.  

The High Low- This pop culture/news podcast by writers Dolly Alderton and Pandora Sykes highlights some of the week's biggest stories to the more frivolous tit bits we all enjoy. 

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3. WHAT WOULD BEYONCÉ DO? by Luisa Omielan 

I love books but I'm terrible at setting aside time to read them. I have shelves jam packed with untouched novels and biographies, ever-determined that one day I'll plough my way through them. However I broke this bad habit after seeing stand-up Luisa Omielan live at last year's Edinburgh Fringe. Her show Am I Right Ladies? was bloomin' marvellous and seriously uplifting, so I was keen to get me another Luisa fix in the form of her book, What Would Beyoncé Do? A frank, honest and hilariously insight into life as a female comic, this beaut of a read has you feeling like you're one of Luisa's closest confidants. You can't help fall in love with her as she takes you on her miss-adventures. 

4. MEGAN ELLABY

Oh my days! This girl got style.....oodles and oodles of it. If you like a daily shot of Instagram inspo or a weekly YouTuber hit be sure to check out fashion blogger Megan Ellaby. Fashion hauls, styling tips & the coolest flat I've ever seen, her 60/70s rock chick vibes are the stuff of dreams. I unashamedly want to be her mate but fear I wouldn't be cool enough! 

5. SLEEK MAKEUP DIP-IT LINER

Photo from Sleekmakeup.com

Admittedly I have for many years stayed clear of using liquid eye-liner for fear of looking like a KISS band member. I reckoned I did not possess nearly the required level patience nor the steady hand for applying it to perfection so stuck with my trusty kohl pencil. However Mimi recently put me on to SLEEK MAKEUP Dip-It liquid eyeliner and I'm a convert-love the stuff and love the price!  Available also in Superdrug this cheap-as-chips, gets-the-job done purchase that I can safely say I'm able to use without disastrous results is a winner! Winged liner is now a possibility- woohoo! 

BRAvo for ULTIMO'S House of Fraser Launch

On Thursday evening, both Mimi & I hotfooted it down to House of Fraser, Glasgow for lingerie brand ULTIMO'S launch of their concession store in house.

   Headed by Glaswegian tycoon Michelle Mone, ULTIMO catapulted to fame in 1999 with the launch of their first bra at Selfridges selling out in a mere 24 hours. Years of unprecedented success later, with many well known faces & of course, bodies, having modelled for the brand, it's a name that I've always known of & associated with well-fitting, stylish lingerie. So you can imagine my delight when the RSVP to the invitation required my bra & underwear size!

On arrival we were offered a glass of fizz or orange juice (us tea-totalers opted for the latter) & we were then free to peruse the collection on display, all beautifully presented & true a feast for the eyes. Use of bold colours, lace & the ULTIMO signature plunge design for cleavage boosting power, one set was nicer than the next. Your black, white & flesh coloured staple pieces were also on show but it was this hot pink combo which caught my eye. Ohh mama!! 

ULTIMO'S beautiful bridal collection boasting many solution products is also available at this first-ever Scottish concession store & with a team of dedicated ULTIMO staff & free bra fitting service, I presume it will become a hot-spot for all your lingerie needs. 

We were delighted to see a few familiar faces amongst the modest crowd of invitees, including the gorgeous Nicki McCourt of STV Glasgow & Steph Telfer of Scottish Wedding Directory. Always a pleasure to chat to these uber talented gals & was comforting to know some peeps there considering this was our first launch event as bloggers and all. The ever-glamorous Michelle Mone herself was also there, looking fabulous in a fitting white top & checkered trousers, with her golden locks coiffeeured to perfection & her makeup pristine.  

As guests started to say their goodbyes, we finished up our drinks & caught up with the beautiful Kat Campbell of ULTIMO (who'd kindly invited us) who presented us both with a goodie bag! On later inspection (as soon as we left!) we found a stunning  lingerie set, a YSL foundation sample & a 100ml bottle of Paul Smith Optimistic Woman. Thrilled! 

My gorgeous black lace & baby pink satin underlay bra & knickers set fits perfectly! I ADORE it! At a 32E I sometimes struggle to find a padded bra (which I prefer as I feel it gives better support!) in my size as these tend to be exclusive to A-C cups in other brands. I wore it on Sunday whilst out for lunch & you know that special feeling you get from putting on pretty new lingerie? Well, I got it wearing this set for sure! Almost too nice to wear hidden under clothes!! 

A huge thank you to ULTIMO & our beautiful friend Kat who kindly invited us along. 

A pit stop at Yo Sushi & then we were off home, goody bags in hand & feeling very special indeed at being invited to such a swish event! 

BRAvo ULTIMO! 

Be sure to check out their concession store in House of Fraser ASAP! 

Weesse xx

Useful Links

http://www.ultimo.co.uk

http://m.yosushi.com

http://www.paulsmith.co.uk

http://www.yslbeauty.co.uk/exclusive

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