A December To-Do List

December is here, it's time to finally go out and do all things festive. I worked so much around Christmas last year that I didn't really have much time to do festive bits and bobs. I did most all of my Christmas shopping online and watched two Christmas films. So, I have decided that this year, I am going to slow my crazy life down, take more time for myself, spend precious time with my family and make the most of the festivities.

Visit a Christmas market

I haven't done this very often as Christmas markets are always super busy and it makes me feel claustrophobic and sets my anxiety sky high. However, I would like to properly experience a Christmas market this year. I'll just take my time walking around the stalls with a hot chocolate and take in all the festivity.

Go Ice-Skating

Liam and I went ice skating in Cambridge last year and we had such a good time. I think it was very close to Christmas as well so we felt all festive. We both tried mulled wine for the first time, ya know, to get in the Christmas spirit and we both found it absolutely disgusting - we definitely won't be drinking that again after our skate this year. We will definitely go ice skating again this year, it's such fun!

Do some Christmas shopping in London

I have always wanted to spend a day Christmas shopping in London. London is an absolutely beautiful city anyway, but even more beautiful with all the Christmas lights up. Luckily we don't have too many people to buy for for Christmas. So, we have decided to do some Christmas shopping and go ice-skating in one day. How much more festive can you get?

Watch more festive films

Like I've already mentioned, I worked so much over Christmas last year that I didn't actually have time to de-stress, chill on the sofa and stick a movie on. So, this year, I will watch more Christmas films (particularly Home Alone) and get into the Christmas spirit. 

What are your plans this December?

The Perfect Duo for the Party Season

I actually got these as presents for my birthday back in June. But, recently trying them out for the first time ever, I have figured that this duo is perfect for the party season and the night life. Firstly, can I just point out how pretty the blue coloured design is? I love how both the perfume and the body mist bottle transition from dark blue through to light blue. So pretty!

Sparkle Azure Eau de Parfum-

I'm not great at describing smells hence why I don't write many perfume reviews. But, I like to try my best. If only I could spritz it through the screen to you, it'd be so much easier. Let's be honest, with the technology nowadays, in about ten years, it may be possible. The perfume is a sweet, florally scent which really isn't that strong. With aquatic and white musk notes, it smells really fresh. I feel like many people would either love or hate this perfume. Whilst the scent doesn't last for too long, you'd have to re-spray it throughout the day/night.

Sparkle Azure Shimmer Body Mist-

The perfumes scent is more intense than the mist although it does have a very similar smell. When I first saw this, I was obsessed with how shimmery it was in the bottle. Once sprayed onto the skin, the amount of shimmer is just right, there's not too much or too little. Also, when you're under the right kind of light, your skin looks so pretty sparkling away.

What I Got For Christmas 2015!

I wasn't expecting much off my parents for Christmas as I knew that I was getting a laptop. All I asked for was a laptop, the naked 3 palette, bow earrings from Pandora and an Olly Murs calendar. I love the 2016 diary from Next, it's so pretty! Also, I didn't have a clue that I was getting a new Ted Baker purse. My clasp on my current purse is broken - probably because I've had it years. My sister got me some Norwich City car mats to jazz up my car a little more! I am so so grateful for what I have received off of my parents and sister.

My boyfriend, Josh, has done so well this year! I didn't have a clue what I wanted for Christmas this year and he actually went out and bought my presents without any help! I can't wait to watch my tinkerbell DVD's in my tinkerbell pyjamas. I also can't wait to try out the Ted Baker luxury goodies and the vintage cosmetic company products! All them eyelashes!

My boyfriend's parent's bought me this gorgeous handbag. This is perfect for college for carrying around heavy books. It's just such a decent bag for every occasion.

I received the bath and body products from Josh's nanny and grandad. I love Baylis and Harding products, although I do admit that I've never heard of Spa Sanctuary. I honestly can't wait to try out all of them.

I got a Rio nail art kit from Josh's auntie and uncle. They know that I do nails, so this is obviously why they got it for me. I can't wait to try this out on my nails before I go back to college! 

I got the necklace, hairgrip, slippers and Ted Baker perfume from my auntie and uncle. I have been in need of some new slippers and these are just so cosy and fluffy. I got the connected ring bracelet from my godmother. I don't usually wear jewellery like this, it's definitely different but so pretty.

I got the fluffy Santa socks from my mums old boss. She's so lovely bless her, she always gets me and my sister birthday and Christmas presents. The others I received from my two aunties. I already have these pyjamas from Boux Avenue which I got last year, the only difference is that these are a lot more pink compared to last years. And can you imagine my face when I opened the chocolate and jelly beans?

Another little present from my godmother. I don't wear underwear like this unless I'm on my period as I find it more comfy. I love the pix-elated look of the writing and hearts.

Some more chocolates and some more luxurious stuff from Josh's youngest sister (it's strawberry, I'll smell good!) I received money from my nanny, grandad and my auntie and uncle as that's what I preffered - just because I didn't know exactly what I wanted. A £30 tattoo voucher, a voucher for my local shopping mall and a football ticket for Norwich City on the 2nd of January.

This post isn't meant to come across as bragging, I am extremely happy with everything I got this Christmas. I have been spoilt and I am so grateful for everything!
Now, roll on the year of 2016!


What did you get for Christmas?

What I Bought My Loved Ones This Christmas

It's come around again, that time of the year. I hope everyone has had a lovely Christmas!

I was going to put this post up as part of my blogmas series but my boyfriend started to read my blog and my blogmas posts quite recently. Obviously, I couldn't post this as he would've known what his presents were before Christmas as he's nosey! But hey ho it's here now.

Lets get into it...

These are the gifts that I bought my boyfriend. We went to the cinema to watch Inside Out in September and he loved it, we always love the Disney films. I also bought him a top from Hollister, the other one is from my parents. He was in need of some jeans and socks so I headed to Primark to get a good bargain on the jeans. I also bought Josh two pairs of socks but me being me forgot to take the price off them before I took the photo so unfortunately, I couldn't include them in this post.

 Josh has been going on for a while saying that he wanted a new phone case with a photo of us from holiday, so that's what I done. When this got delivered, I didn't really know what to think about it, it looks quite dark. I thought that it may as well be black and white but oh well. Last of all is a Lynx set, I always get him deodorant of some sort at Christmas time.

I know that Josh's youngest sister likes products from Lush so I headed straight there to get her present. I love the Snow Fairy range so I decided to get this little gift which includes a bubble bar and snow fairy shower gel. 

For my boyfriends other sister, I bought her the magic wand from Lush (I love this myself) and also a Lynx set.

 

 I have one of these Anker chargers myself and they come in handy so much! My sister always used to borrow mine when she was out and about, so she put it on her Christmas list and I thought it was a fantastic idea to get her one. She also got an Xbox One for Christmas and this is one of the most played games that she plays on the Xbox 360. Just look at the price of it though, need I say more? 

My sister wanted some more underwear so me and my mum headed straight to New Look and got this insanely pretty bra, I love it myself! Last of all for my sister, she was in need of some new mascara. Also, I caught her looking at this contour kit in Boots the other day so I went and got it.

 My mum loves watching ballet shows. So, I decided to buy her two tickets to watch Giselle at our local theatre. I'm sure that she'll absolutely love it!


Unfortunately, I haven't included everyone's presents on here like my dad, aunties, uncles etc.. as they were the first presents that I ever wrapped before even thinking of the idea of this post. This may give you ideas for the January sales or even for next Christmas!


Have a lovely boxing day!