Hello Autumn: What's new

Hey, hi, hello! It's been a hot minute, eh? I feel like I've lost all concept of time recently. Somehow months are feeling like weeks and weeks are merging into long blurry days. Anyone else think September was the fastest month in all of history!?

I'm feeling ready to get back into all things blogging (finally!) and thought before I dived straight in I would give all you lovely readers a bit of a life update. Plus, I'm not gonna lie, myself and Victoria spent an hour last Saturday capturing some new blog pictures and I didn't really have a post in mind so here we are (hehe).

So, what's been happening since we last spoke. Lemme think.....

For starters, I've actually been spending quite a bit of time looking into wedding venues. It's been a long time coming but the wedding bug has settled in and I find myself following more and more wedding Instagram pages as the days pass. Venue hunting in a location you've never actually visited before is HARD but we're getting there. My goal is to plan a venue scouting trip in the next few months and (hopefully) book somewhere we love before March next year. That's it. The goal has been set. Better get to work...

I've attended a few fashion events over the last month and they've been the perfect way to get into the A/W mode. First up was the launch of the new Gretna Gateway Gold Membership card. If  like me you've never heard of/visited them before they're a designer outlet based in Gretna Green. Apparently the outlet is amazing for some real bargains. Victoria, Rachel and I are planning a Christmas shopping road trip here in the very near future so watch out for that post!

I also headed along to the intu Braehead A/W event. The centre set up a beautiful fashion hub (my best attempt at describing it) with the cutest blossom tree smack bang in the middle. We checked out some amazing bargains that I can't wait to update my wardrobe with. Check out my Instagram post from the event here in case you missed it.

I'm featured in this months Scottish Wedding Directory magazine and I couldn't be more excited about it. I contributed to a feature on feeling camera confident with my top tips for all brides-to-be. If you spied me in the magazine I'd love to hear about it :)

Last but not least, I tried something completely out of my comfort zone this month - botox! This was probably the most daring/edgy thing I've ever done so to say I was nervous is an absolute understatement. I don't want to go into too much detail on this yet as I'm planning on sharing a full blog post very soon but what I will say is that I'm in love with the results! I headed to Therapie Clinic for my treatment and the process from start to finish was brilliant. BUT as I said, more on that soon.

Oh, before I go, I just want to take a moment to appreciate my absolute new favourite jumper. I picked this up in H&M last week while they had 20% and have no regrets. I paired the jumper with my trusty Zara ripped jeans, Ego Gucci-inspired slip-ons and a borrowed baker hat from my sister. A really simple, easy but chic look and I love it.

Until next time.

xoxo

5 Ways to Make the Most of the Last Days of Summer

Summer is such a fun, exciting and, most importantly, social time of the year. There’s nothing better than finishing work and knowing you still have a solid three hours left of daylight to do whatever you want.

This year I wanted to ensure I was spontaneous on a sunny day, got out and experienced things I’ve never done before and really soaked up the summer activities we all love. While out enjoying a rare spot of sunshine in Mugdock Park yesterday with the puppies, I started to think about some of things I want to do before summer is over.  

Although we're edging into September there's still time to make those summer plans you've just not got round to yet as more often than not we're blessed with a spell of good weather just when we think summer is over and done with. So before I babble on any longer, here's a rundown of some of the ways I'll be lapping up the last of the summer fun. 

Go camping in the countryside

Scotland is blessed with SO many gorgeous areas and hidden spots so if you’re willing to brave the weather, grab a tent, some food and drink essentials and hit the road until you find a place to pitch up tent. I’m actually joining The Boy on his friends on my first EVER camping trip in a few weeks. The only time I’ve really camped is at a festival so I’m excited to experience the real thing.

Enjoy cocktails or coffees on a terrace

Earlier in the summer, I attended the launch of the new Hilton Garden Inn restaurant but what I wanted to focus on here is their amazing terrace area. My good friend Victoria seems to always find herself on this terrace on a sunny day and it’s the perfect spot to really enjoy a good summers day in Glasgow. Looking out onto the Clyde it’s the dream location to sip a coffee while you work (a la Victoria) or why not head over after work to enjoy a cocktail as the sun sets. 

Roast marshmallows on an indoor firepit

Now, I’ve seen this pop up on a few Itison deals and thought it looked amazing! What could be better than roasting marshamllows with your besties around an indoor firepit. Forget waiting for a dry day, Badabing in Edinburgh gives you the perfect alternative for when the Scottish weather fails you (which we all know happens more often than not). I NEED to visit here asap. Good news is there’s actually another deal on Itison right now. For just £8pp it's a bargain if you ask me. Now go, go, go.

Swim in an outdoor heated pool

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I read in last month’s i-On that there was a natural outdoor swimming pool near Glasgow. Say WHAT? I’m still in shock that I’ve never heard of this before. After going through a multi-million pound re-furbishment, Gourock Pool now offers an outdoor salt pool heated to 29 degrees so you don’t even need to wait until the sun is shining. Slightly gutted though that I never realised this earlier as they run midnight swims during the summer! Imagine star-gazing, from a heated pool, in Scotland. Divine. 

Explore a nearby island

One thing I've always wanted to do is cycle around Millport and I finally have a day booked in my diary for it! After buying a voucher to hire a tandem bike for 3 hours, The Boy and I will be taking a little day trip to the nearby island in just a few weeks. I think this trip could go one of two ways – the first being a complete disaster with an unwanted rain storm, lots of moaning about who's not pulling their weight and getting lost in an unknown location. Or the second (which I've got my fingers crossed for) being a day to remember filled with funny stories, sight seeing and an obligatory pub stop or two.  I love exploring somewhere new and can't wait to tick this one off my list. 

Outfit:

Skirt – New Look

Top – Zara (old)

Jacket – Primark

Watch – Swatch Skin

Trainers – Converse
Bag - Boohoo

I hope the above inspires you to get out and make the most of the last of summer. If you have any recent discoveries or some summer traditions, please let me know... I love a good recommendation. And if all else fails, just make sure you're having as much fun as these two are this summer! 

XoXo