tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34643932135386480922024-03-18T19:57:41.774+00:00ArabellaA Personal Style and Lifestyle BlogAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06984847049846114224noreply@blogger.comBlogger191125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3464393213538648092.post-76352306974699527692018-12-08T13:16:00.000+00:002018-12-20T22:53:15.972+00:00POCKET-FRIENDLY CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Christmas; a time of joy, love and happiness. A time for spending time with family and appreciating those around you. Oh, and also a time of SHEER AND UTTER PANIC because HOW IS IT CHRISTMAS AGAIN ALREADY AND I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA WHAT TO BUY ANYONE AND I HAVE NO TIME TO GO OUT SHOPPING. Ah, Christmas. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I have specific trouble with choosing presents for people who are quite closely connected to me, BUT we're not <i>personally</i> close and casual enough with each other that I could just bowl up to them and ask '<i>Hey, what can I buy you for Christmas?</i>' like you can with your best pals or mother ...if that makes sense. For example, my best friend's mother; I know her quite well and I'm still confident that I could choose something she likes, but I'd still play it reasonably safe. I'd put 'best friend's mother' in the same category as mother-in-law, father-in-law and close family friends. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Fear not - because many shops have clearly cottoned on to the fact that a large proportion of us are absolutely useless, disorganised and/or lacking in ideas when it comes to gift buying and so have created specially dedicated '<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 51, 255); color: #0433ff;"><a href="https://www.boots.com/gift/by-recipient/her" rel="nofollow">Gifts for Her</a></span>' and <a href="https://www.boots.com/gift/by-recipient/him" rel="nofollow">'<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 51, 255); color: #0433ff;">Gifts for Him</span>'</a> sections on their websites. Which is also convenient for those of us who literally don't have the time (or the will to live) when it comes to venturing out to the actual shops. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today I'm showing you a few gift ideas from Boots which can all conveniently be ordered from the Boots website - and even better, a lot of these things are also part of the 3 for 2 deal! Also bear in mind that I'm not necessarily suggesting that these individual gifts be a 'main' present - but they definitely could be. It all depends on your budget and how many people you're buying for. If you have a larger budget, you might be buying a 'main' present and then a few bits and bobs, or you might create a little selection of bits and bobs and that is the main present in itself. I've noticed over the last few years that gift guides have become increasingly costly and a £45 candle is often classed as a 'stocking filler' - that's great, but just not possible for everyone, and also not necessary. Whatever your budget, there's absolutely no shame in buying someone a gift of 'lesser' value if you've put thought and love into it. So; here are some of my favourites. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So, the first item is arguably my favourite. A TIN OF BISCUITS. <span id="goog_978006408"></span><span id="goog_978006405"></span><span id="goog_978006413"></span><span id="goog_978006428"></span><span id="goog_978006426"></span><span id="goog_978006424"></span><span id="goog_978006422"></span><span id="goog_978006419"></span><span id="goog_978006436"></span><a href="https://www.boots.com/delicious-art-biscuit-tin-10251905?cm_mmc=bmm-_-Google+Boots+PLAs-_-(GB:Whoop!)+Christmas+-+Desktop-_-(GB:Whoop!)+Delicious+Art&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3b3gBRDAARIsAL6D-N996LB9WQgOMCn7jcoAE0NHz22DlpKsVYn-k4EWciuelD6tRGCUykYaArlVEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow">The<span id="goog_978006401"></span><span id="goog_978006402"></span><span id="goog_978006398"></span> Delicious Art Biscuit Ti<span id="goog_978006442"></span>n</a><span id="goog_978006429"></span><span id="goog_978006427"></span><span id="goog_978006425"></span><span id="goog_978006423"></span><span id="goog_978006420"></span><span id="goog_978006414"></span><span id="goog_978006416"></span><span id="goog_978006417"></span><span id="goog_978006409"></span><span id="goog_978006406"></span><span id="goog_978006399"></span> <span id="goog_978006437"></span><span id="goog_978006439"></span><span id="goog_978006440"></span>i<span id="goog_978006443"></span>s ador<span id="goog_978006432"></span>ned w<span id="goog_978006433"></span>ith a painting from The National Gallery. Not only is the tin very aesthetically pleasing AND reusable (arty alternative to the Quality Street sewing box?) but it's also filled with biscuits. BISCUITS. Who doesn't like biscuits?!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Next, these utterly adorable<a href="https://www.boots.com/english-heritage-measuring-cups-10251954" rel="nofollow"> <span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 51, 255); color: #0433ff;"><span id="goog_978006448"></span><span id="goog_978006446"></span><span id="goog_978006454"></span><span id="goog_978006451"></span>English Heritage Measuring Cups</span>.<span id="goog_978006449"></span><span id="goog_978006447"></span> </a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_978006455"></span><span id="goog_978006452"></span></a>The little ceramic cups decorated with birds, flowers and butterflies measure 1/2 a tsp, 1 tsp, 1 dsp and 1 tbsp. A charming and thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys spending time in the kitchen!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Then,<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(4, 51, 255); color: #0433ff;"><a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__Barefoot-2520Beauty-2520Restoring-2520Foot-2520Scrub-2520125ml-2520e-25204.2-2520US-2520Fl.-2520Oz.-2520Barefoot-2520Beauty-2520Restoring-2520Foot-2520Butter-2520125ml-2520e-25204.2-2520US-2520Fl.-2520Oz.-2520Nail-2520Polish-2520Shade-2520XXII-252010ml-2520e-25200.33-2520US-2520Fl.-2520Oz.-2520Moisturising-2520Socks-2520Double-2520Foot-2520File-2520-2520Read-2520more-2520at-2520https-3A__www.boots.com_champneys-2Dpedicure-2Dgift-2Dset-2D10249152-23slxvi7iQHZDcIaWc.99&d=DwMFaQ&c=N-xPqDyeLJg5V3gLll2thA&r=OENdMe4QDqpZuJd6lH3s7KMmLGK3gfF8Rf2TiYz33a0&m=WT4vCj7-iOFHHNf-BnhgOELEGdA0fW0fKXL6Q-eN7cA&s=SvJbqzRlwvy-dTYcSosCS2EZcLsLaEBr1XepSJKQi7U&e="> </a><a href="https://www.boots.com/champneys-pedicure-gift-set-10249152" rel="nofollow">Champneys Pedicure Gift Set</a></span> A real pampering treat for the feet, without the awkwardness of going and getting a proper pedicure in a salon/having a stranger be that up close and personal with your unshaven winter calves. I mainly find pedicures uncomfortable because I have excruciatingly ticklish feet - I often spend the entire duration squirming and squeaking whilst bein<span style="line-height: normal;">g given looks that says '<i>why are you even here</i>?!' In my opinion, this is quite a safe bet. The set includes a Barefoot Beauty Restoring Foot Scrub, a Barefoot Beauty Restoring Foot Butter, a Nail Polish in a festive dark red, moisturising socks and a double foot file - all for a reasonable price too! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Finally,<a href="https://www.boots.com/champneys-hand-trio-10204556" rel="nofollow"> <span style="color: #0433ff; line-height: normal;">Champneys Hand Trio.</span></a> Another safe bet. The hand equivalent of the pedicure set - who doesn't like and use hand cream? Especially in the dry winter months. It's also one of those slightly indulgent things that you don't often buy for yourself because it isn't exactly a necessity, but when someone buys it for you, you use up every last drop and then wait patiently for the next birthday/Christmas. The set contains the Citrus Blush Enlivening Hand Wash, the Citrus Blush Enlivening Hand Lotion and the Harmonious Hands Restoring Hand and Nail Cream (SPF15). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I hope you found this post helpful, and also remember that even if you don't purchase these exact gifts, they're still ideas. Sometimes even just reading through a gift guide can spark some inspiration. </span></div>
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I adore when the seasons change, and something I particularly look forward to is the change in colour palettes. Spring/summer I associate with lighter, pastel colours and autumn/winter with deep jewel tones like ruby, emerald and gold. The gold box was well and truly ticked when I clapped eyes on this beautiful funnel neck coat from Laura Ashley. It's such an amazingly deep, vibrant colour whilst still being suitable for the season. The golden mustard hue almost perfectly matches the colour changing leaves - I knew when I saw it that it was the perfect autumnal transition piece. It's warm but not overbearingly so, and thick but not <i>so</i> thick that it's restrictive. </span></center>
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I paired it with this midi, pleated dogtooth skirt with a thin velvet waistband - a detail that I think makes such a lovely difference. The skirt is also made up of a lot of material, which means that when you walk there's a beautiful flowing movement to it which is a must for me when it comes to a midi. I love a really dramatic, flowy skirt OR a very structured one - nothing indecisively in the middle. I also love the fact that it's a pull on skirt and so easy to wear, no zips - and the elastic waistband is something I'll definitely be thankful for over the indulgent festive period...</span></center>
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To top it off, I added this sweet little dog print scarf with mustard accents. First of all, I'm a massive crazy dog woman so obviously this scarf is right up my street, and secondly I think the mustard accents in the scarf really pull the details and colours of the outfit together. The scarf, like the coat, is also a really nice weight for this time of year - it's not freezing but it's also chilly enough to appreciate a little something keeping your neck warm. Giant scarves and huge scarves aren't necessarily ideal when you're running around and riding already-boiling public transport whilst packed in like a sardine.</span></center>
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Which are your favourite colours to wear when it comes to the autumn/winter months? Do you stick to the traditional colour palette or do you like to switch it up a bit? Let me know below!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Surrounded by plush 1920s interiors and gently tinkling crockery, green fields flashing by, we began our steam-pulled journey aboard the Belmond British Pullman - not just into the into the countryside but also into the world of <a href="https://www.clivechristian.com/product/art-nouveau-water-lily/?utm_source=Instagram&utm_medium=Instagram%20Story%2FPost&utm_campaign=Arabella%20Golby_Noble_Deco_Nouveau">Clive Christian perfumes</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Aboard the train, we indulged in a 4 course lunch, with each course nodding towards one of the four new Noble Collection Pairs, Art Nouveau & Art Deco, through taste, scent or history, which we were introduced to with each accompanying course. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Clive Christian perfumes are always designed and released in pairs (sold separately) and the reason lies in one of history's greatest love stories. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert famously created scents for one another as gifts as a symbol of their love, and so Clive Christian perfumes mirror this by carefully intertwining the ingredients in their feminine and masculine fragrances in order to complement each other. Beautiful alone but even better together. The importance of scent to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert was demonstrated in the repetition of orange blossom throughout their marriage, which held such importance to them because Victoria wore a garland of orange blossom in her hair on their wedding day (which at the time was a symbol of betrothal and chastity).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">At the end of our journey, we were invited to select our favourite of the four perfumes. Although it was a difficult decision, I eventually selected the beautiful and fascinating Water Lily. My preference when it comes to fragrance leans more towards sweet, green florals, and Water Lily is described by Clive Christian as 'an elegant floral chypre delights with iris and tuberose. Aldehydes and green leaf sparkle with effervescence at the top to compliment the unfurling elegance of the floral heart'. I've been wearing it daily since our journey aboard the Belmond and I'm delighted to report that Water Lily is not only a beautiful and unique scent, but a long lasting one too. Additionally, it would be criminal of me to not briefly touch on the Clive Christian packaging; the outer sleeve and the exquisitely decorated perfume box leave me tempted to keep the bottle tucked away inside so as to have the pleasure of unpacking it over and over again! For now, the perfume sits proudly on my dressing table but the box is certainly one to keep - not just for it's beauty but for travel convenience too! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You're probably wondering where I'm going with this (and also probably thinking YOU NEED TO SEE A THERAPIST). Well, that was just to set the scene. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Something I didn't realise until a couple of years ago and had quite frankly never considered, is that you are SUPPOSED to change your mattress every 8 years. After I found this out I did think 'oh, my mattress is at least 8 years old, that's kind of obvious and gross now that I know' - but did I act on this? I SURE DIDN'T. I kept that mattress for another 2 years because it was MY mattress and it was NICE and I LIKED IT ...leave me alone.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So, getting to the actual point - <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=13588&awinaffid=518519&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.leesa.co.uk%2Fproducts%2Fleesa-mattress">Leesa</a> contacted me about 6 weeks ago to ask if I would like one of their shiny, fresh, new mattresses. Upon receiving this email the logical portion of my brain was like 'Oh gosh, what a fortuitous and well timed opportunity! I do need a new mattress!' and the other half of my brain just hissed agressively and scurried back into its cave. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">After careful consideration (mainly considering the things that poor, poor mattress had seen over the last 10 years) I decided it was time for a fresh start. So, I accepted Leesa's offer with a tinge of reluctance. 'We can always keep <i>my precious</i> old mattress in the garage in case I don't like the new one?' <strike>Gollum thought to himself</strike> I thought. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I lived in denial until the day the Leesa arrived. I removed myself from the house on the day that my old mattress was put into the garage, from fear I might catch it's eye as it was unceremoniously flopped down the stairs, and feel a pang of guilt. After all it had served me well these 10 years. That night I got into bed feeling almost cocky, nay - DEFIANT, that this mattress wouldn't, COULDN'T compare to my old one. 'It's just a mattress. How can it be that different? How can it be that good?' The fact that the Leesa arrived looking nothing like a mattress - but instead squished up inside a cardboard tube, made me even more distrustful of this intruder. But also kind of intrigued. After it (being curiously flat) was placed on my bed frame, it expanded. It TRIPLED in size without my permission. THE AUDACITY. Come into my room inflating without my say so like some cool space mattress. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I climbed into bed, atop the Leesa that night with the face of grumpy cat. Fully expecting that this new mattress would be FINE and that I'd pine for my old one, now banished to the garage. I would say after about 15 minutes of what I call 'phone time' (aka scrolling reddit) I thought '...........shit.' CRUEL DEFEAT. I WAS SO COMFORTABLE. I usually take a long, long time to fall asleep but on this night I don't even recall - I fell asleep so quickly, drunk on comfort. OH THE SHAME OF IT. How would I tell my old mattress?! The next morning, I didn't want to get out of bed and that night, I looked forward to the moment that I would be back atop that horizontal palace of dreams. TAKE MY OLD MATTRESS TO THE SKIP, I declared. She served me well, but she has well and truly been usurped. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ok - in all seriousness, I am RELUCTANTLY informing you that this mattress is so bloody comfortable, in a way that I'm not even sure I can describe. After sleeping on my Leesa for the last month I can honestly say that I didn't realise how much of a difference a comfortable mattress makes to your night's sleep and subsequently, the productivity of the following day. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Leesa only make one type of mattress in a variety of sizes, which makes the selection process very simple. The mattress itself is an innovative design of 3 foam layers that adjust to your body in order to provide optimum support - which it certainly does! It's so strange to me how the support a mattress provides had never really occurred to me or concerned me, until I slept on an ACTUAL supportive mattress. The 3 foam layers differ from memory foam in the sense that they don't overheat and they also don't create cavernous dips in the mattress after lying in the same position for a long period of time. Additionally, I've also noticed that I've been enjoying a more peaceful night with less disturbances. Previously I've always woken up numerous times in the night, but recently I've been sleeping through the night entirely and I'm sure it's down to the mattress. Don't ask me why or how... MAGIC?! </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Amazingly they also offer an 100 night risk-free trial period, so if you don't like your mattress they'll come and collect it, and then donate it to a charitable organisation. They are THAT confident that you'll love this mattress. A BALLSY MOVE, LEESA. Leesa are also heavily involved with charity in other ways, as they donate one mattress to a charitable cause for every ten sold. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">If you only take one recommendation I ever give you, take this one and let this opportunity prompt YOU into changing your mattress. Don't do a me. Don't leave it another few years.</span></center>
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There are several things I look for when seeking out the perfect, versatile summer dress. Not just a dress that's pretty - a dress that is also practical. The swiss army knife of summer dresses. My list of requirements reads something like this; </span></center>
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Must be; airy, breathable and an appropriate length so I won't fear I'm flashing the world. Preferably printed to minimise the look of inevitable coffee and chocolate stains. Also preferably wedding or summer occasion appropriate in case I'm ever in a pinch and need to be garden party ready with minimal notice. </span></center>
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I'm pretty sure <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/uk/dresses/powder-blue-spotted-fit-and-flare-dress/invt/mda126">this powder blue, polka dotted dress</a> from <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/">Laura Ashley</a> fits the bill. It's 97% cotton so my airy and breathable bullet point is well and truly ticked there. I also love the cascading polka dots - they aren't predictably placed which is something that really stood out to me about the print and makes it a lot more fun. It's also definitely fitting for several summer occasions; from barbecues to dog walks, garden parties to the races - just pop a fascinator on top and you're transformed! </span></center>
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On this occasion, I threw on a wide brimmed straw hat and a little round back (which mirrored the polka dots quite nicely I thought) and I was ready to wander around the gardens of a local stately home and indulge in a slice of cake - all without worrying that the tiny Victoria Sponge jam stain on my skirt was suuuper obvious. Printed dresses are really quite heroic - the saviour of all little, annoying stains that usually happen 5 minutes after leaving the house.</span></center>
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What do you look for when searching for a summer dress? Do you have a list of requirements or do you throw caution to the wind and grab whatever takes your fancy? </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Mini Hurricane Lamp: <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/invt/3534483">here.</a></i></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Mirrored Tray: <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/uk/vases-bowls+ornaments/decorative-beaded-edge-mirror-tray/invt/3549911">here.</a></i></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Trinket Box: <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/uk/bedroom-accessories/clear-glass-trinket-pot/invt/3688782">here.</a></i></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For a lot of us, spring is a time to make changes. Whether it be a traditional spring clean, some new wardrobe additions or the dreaded and unavoidable changing of the clocks (the rubbish one where we lose an hour - but hey, lighter evenings!). Something that I like to do around this time, which I suppose ties into the stereotypical spring clean, is make a few changes to my room. I'll do some rearranging, add a handful of new decorative pieces and I might even roll my rug up and hoover UNDER it, not just around it. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This year my spring inspired home spruce-up is a little different. A few months ago I moved into a new place and decided to pretty much start from scratch when it came to decor. I don't know whether any of you can relate to this, but the idea of sort of dismantling my room at 'home home' made me feel a little bit sad. I didn't want to go home to visit and feel like I was in a half hearted version of my much loved bedroom; the dressing table belongs there, against that particular wall. That painting (which once belonged to the grandmother I never met) lives on that dusty hook and always has. So, because of this, I started gathering together some new bits and pieces.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">In the month after we moved in, I remember my boyfriend sighing and rolling his eyes every time I'd come home with a new faux flower arrangement or a decorative tray for the bathroom. (BUT I NEED SOMEWHERE TO PUT MY FACE CREAMS?!) Gradually, as I put all of these things in place and my vision started to come together, he agreed that these little details really made a massive difference to how homely the place felt. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I'd call my preference when it comes to decor, classic and traditional - although a lot of younger folks might consider it a little old fashioned. I grew up surrounded by grandfather clocks, heavy Persian rugs and antique furniture, so that's the style I naturally favour and associate with home.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I truly believe that the little details in a home really are so important when it comes to creating a beautiful space. Especially when you're renting and either can't or don't necessarily want to bother with a big decorating project or replacing larger items of furniture. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">An area I really wanted to focus on in my new place was the dressing table - my bedroom furniture at home home is over 50 years old from Harrods, and my dressing table is one of my absolute favourite things. I tried my best to replicate this style in my new place through these newer pieces from <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/">Laura Ashley;</a> an antique-looking mirrored tray that looks like it's come straight off my Granny's dressing table. A beautiful glass trinket box in a cut glass style - perfect for keeping hair pins and ties! A mini hurricane lamp with silver hardware, housing a lovely little tea light in the shape of a rose. A glass, square vase of faux flowers - I love a house filled with flowers but being completely honest... I was never one to water them. Faux flowers are pretty but don't come with any responsibility.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Even though these pieces are only small, they make such a difference to the feel and look of the room. As soon as I walk into the bedroom, it makes me happy and feels familiar, like home. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Do you have a spring inspired home shake up, or a decor style that feels most like home to you? I'd love to know! </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thank you so much to <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/">Laura Ashley</a> for sponsoring this post.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">After speaking to <a href="http://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/personal-health-care/skin-care/eh-xs01-n511.html">Panasonic</a>'s resident skincare expert and beauty ambassador Louise Thomas-Minns, she suggested I give this product a try. My main skin concerns are quite universal; I get the occasional eruption and want to ward off any wrinkles or signs of ageing for as long as possible. That's where the <a href="http://www.panasonic.com/uk/consumer/personal-health-care/skin-care/eh-xt20.html">Panasonic Micro-Current Facial Enhancer</a> comes in; two of its main fortes are deep cleaning (and therefore, keeping spots at bay) and minimising wrinkles by enhancing the effects of your moisturiser and anti-ageing creams.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Hands up, how many of you have hovered your face over a precarious bowl of piping hot water and draped a towel over your head to attempt a DIY steam facial? Me! *Purple top girl with hand in the air emoji* Well, those days are gone. I have 'glowed up' as the kids say, in terms of my home steam facials. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Magical Pocket Coat: <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/uk/coats+jackets/red-concealed-placket-coat/invt/ct288">here</a> & <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/uk/jewellery/hammered-ring-drop-earrings/invt/jw416">Hammered Ring Drop Earrings</a>: here. Both C/O <a href="http://www.lauraashley.com/">Laura Ashley.</a> Boots: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/ctuhpuv8te">here.</a> Shirt: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/ctuhrtv8te">here.</a></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">'Tis officially the season! And by that, no, I don't mean Christmas (<i>although there's a concerning amount of Christmas themed decor popping up in the shops already...</i>) I mean the season of rich, striking jewel tones - as I've always associated the A/W season with luxurious colours like ruby and emerald.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">In addition to that, I feel like my style repertoire really expands with the reintroduction of coats come autumn, so you can imagine my joy when I spied this vibrant red number. Red is without a doubt one of my favourite colours to style and one of the most versatile, especially come autumn. I love mixing red with block colours like black, white, green, or even pink if I'm feeling brave enough for a deliberate clash, textures like faux fur and leather, and printed pieces too - checks or stripes are my favourites! As well as mixing patterns and textures, I also love mixing metals. It's something I've always done and thought nothing of, despite it being regarded as a stereotypical no-no. That's where these hammered ring drop earrings come in; two differently sized silver hoops held together by a single gold hoop. To me, mixing metals when it comes to jewellery only leaves you with more choice for other accessories, as you're not tied in to any hardware shade. Can't decide between your favourite silver hardware handbag and gold hardware belt? Wear both! </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This coat is one of those quite rare finds that I'd describe as; warm enough to be practical but elegant enough to be stylish. It's not a style VS. substance piece, it's very much both. Another little detail I just have to mention is that it has REAL POCKETS. Yes, you heard me right. REAL, quite sizeable pockets that you can put things in. Not a fake, deceptive 'I'm-not-really-a-pocket-I'm-just-a-weird-slit-in-the-fabric-made-to-look-like-a-pocket-but-I'm-actually-not-a-pocket' pocket. PRAISE BE.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So, I've told you that red is my favourite colour to style come A/W - I'd love to know yours. Please let me know below!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Next on our itinerary was the glamorous <a href="http://www.slh.com/hotels/grand-hotel-du-palais-royal/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hotel_names_-_non_geo_%7C_search_%7C_gbr&utm_term=du_palais_royal_hotel&gclid=CjwKCAjwqIfLBRAkEiwAhtfH6xxIzVIF6Hxi1EIFEpL0-ywKKd2Chms2mR55OBevrKUCqa4BdBt8DBoCkSgQAvD_BwE">Grand Hotel du Palais Royal</a>, a magnificent 18th century listed building located between the (v insta-famous!) Palais Royal and the Louvre. The Royal Gardens that sit beside, flow through the decor of the hotel in the form of lush green accents and floral features.<br /><br />The hotel also has a Carita spa with an authentic Turkish hammam, as well as it's own fine dining restaurant; Le Lulli. I recommend the salmon!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">One of the most spectacular and unique delights of the Grand Hotel du Palais Royal has to be its inredible views - one of the rooms we visited had spectacular views over Paris and all the way to Sacré-Cœur. Grand Hotel du Palais Royal is one of many hotels in the SLH Parisian portfolio that has everything to offer on its doorstep.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A short walk from Champs-Élysées and Avenue Montaigne, Hotel San Regis is located in the designer district of Paris, the 8th arrondissement. The classic, elegant decor of the San Regis was one of my personal favourites. I've mentioned before that my tastes regarding decor and furnishings are more on the traditional side, without being stuffy and old fashioned. The hotel, which it set within a townhouse that dates back to 1857, is styled in a grand, extravagant way whilst still maintaining an intimate charm. It's impressive without feeling cold, unwelcoming or overbearing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">On the 8th of next month, I'll be attending <a href="http://sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk/">Sandown Park</a> for a day at the races, so in this instance there are a few more aspects for me to consider. If you've never been to the races before, it's a wise move to familiarise yourself with the rules a little. I've been to the polo before, but obviously they're very different - so the only piece of wisdom I've gained through my time as a person allergic to horses at a horse related event... is to take my antihistamines. (I spent a portion of my childhood riding horses whilst drugged up on Clarityn so I'll be fine.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The part of the preparation I'm most looking forward to is the hat/fascinator decision. Sandown encourages visitors to dress smartly, so hats and fascinators are encouraged but not compulsory. I need no encouragement. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk/plan-your-race-day/visitor-information/directions-parking">Sandown Park's website</a> has an entire section dedicated to travel and parking, which I found really useful as I'll be driving a couple of hours to get there. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The website also has lots of other helpful tips regarding the <a href="http://sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk/plan-your-race-day/visitor-information/dress-code">dress code</a>, <a href="http://sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk/plan-your-race-day/food-drink">dining options</a>, and a <a href="http://sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk/plan-your-race-day/visitor-information/betting-guide">betting guide</a>. Regarding betting, if you're going to get involved, of course I encourage you to bet responsibly. I've said to friends in the past, only bet what you'd be willing/can AFFORD to lose. If you dropped £10 in the street would you be very, very irritated? Only bet £5 then. Or alternatively, it's perfectly alright to refrain from the betting element of the day and simply enjoy the fun, exciting atmosphere! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I also wanted to find out a little more about the history of the racecourse before attending, and found that Sandown Park, which opened in 1875, was one of the first courses to charge visitors for attending and everyone had to pay at least half a crown. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Also, the feature race on the 8th of July is called Eclipse, eponymously named after the racehorse born in 1764. Amazingly, more than 95% of modern racehorses are descended from Eclipse. I also had no idea that horseracing is the second biggest spectator sport in Britain, with over 6 million people attending the races each year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You'll be able to follow what I get up to on the day on my Instagram, Instagram stories and twitter if you're interested. All @arabellagolby. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Pavillon de la Reine has 56 rooms and suites, all decorated in their own </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">individual<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> way. The rooms are luxurious and full of personality - filled with period furniture, geometric patterns and exposed beams. Upon arrival to my suite, I was greeted with a handwritten note and a box of colourful Carette macarons - a patisserie conveniently located in the adjoining square if you develop a taste for them! I had my own beautifully furnished sitting room, bedroom, bathroom and separate toilet (which is always convenient if there's more than one person staying in the room!) joined together by a beautiful corridor lined with windows - all featuring the original, dark wooden beams. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Next, we visited Paris' smallest 5 star hotel - L'Hotel. This hidden gem, located in St-Germain-des-Prés on a small, quiet street, was the former and final home of Oscar Wilde. The architectural crown of this hotel is surely it's stunning, circular atrium; almost as soon as you walk through the hotel's doors you can look up and see its corridors winding high above you. The outside of L'Hotel is relatively unassuming, which makes it's dramatic and flamboyant interior all the more of an intriguing surprise.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">L'Hotel also boasts a Michelin starred restaurant specialising in french cuisine, headed by chef Julien Montbabut, as well as a bar, spa and traditional Turkish Hammam pool. As a guest here, there's almost no need to leave. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The 20 rooms at L'Hotel echo the property's colourful history. The rooms are stylishly decorated - all individually themed, with baroque prints, fabric covered walls and dramatic, tasseled drapes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Later that evening, we drove through the Parisian golden hour for a sumptuous dinner at <a href="http://www.hoteldevendome.com/fr/">Hotel de Vendôme</a>, located in the famous and architectural masterpiece that is Place Vendome - one of my favourite locations in Paris because of it's stunning buildings and huge, colourful doors. The mansion that is now the hotel started life in 1723, as the private residence of The Duke of Vendome. After this, it was purchased by Louis XIV to create the Place Vendome we know today.<br /><br />Place Vendôme is not only a beautiful location, but a well-placed location surrounded by art, culture, antiques and high-end shops, with the Opera and the Louvre both within walking distance.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Pavillon de la Reine</i> - http://www.pavillon-de-la-reine.com/fr/</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>L'Hotel</i> - http://www.l-hotel.com</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Hotel du Vendome</i> - http://www.hoteldevendome.com/fr/</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The first, <a href="https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/tom-ford/black-orchid-eau-de-parfum-spray-p000000000001307802">Tom Ford's Black Orchid.</a> Encased in black glass and adorned with classically Tom Ford gold accents, this is a dark, luxurious and sensual blend of florals and warm spices that sits atop the dressing tables of stylish women everywhere. I can't begin to recall the number of times I've caught this beautiful, recognisable scent on a friend, at an event or in a meeting and asked the wearer '<i>which perfume do you have on?</i>' and they always answer '<i>Tom Ford, Black Orchid'</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The top notes are french jasmine, black truffle, ylang-ylang, blackcurrant and citrus, the middle notes feature spice, fruity notes, orchid, lotus, gardenia and jasmine whilst the base notes are made up of patchouli, sandalwood, dark chocolate, incense, amber, vetiver, vanilla and balsam.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">As I mentioned above, I find these lipsticks to be incredibly comfortable to wear, but they also perform well in terms of colour payoff and lasting power. A rather taboo subject to discuss when it comes to lipsticks is how 'well' they wear off. No one ever mentions how lipsticks do, inevitably, wear off. Of course, I look for long lasting power but I don't expect earth-moving miracles. As an every day wearer of Tom Ford's lipsticks I can tell you that when they do <i>eventually</i> wear off, they wear off <i>well</i>. In the sense that the colour fades evenly, not patchily or only in the centre, creating that clown-eqsue look. You can apply a Tom Ford lipstick in the morning, accidentally leave it at home and go about your day without fear. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Standing proudly at the end of a long, tree lined drive, nestled in almost 30 acres of lush green lawns and sheltered by an array of magnificent cedar trees, lies the beautiful <a href="http://lacheneviere.com/">Chateau la Cheneviere.</a> A magnificent 18th century property that feels more like something out of a painting or a film set, than real life. Think Downton Abbey, in France, but less stiff and miserable. Perfectly located between the little fishing village of Port-en-Bessin and the historic town of Bayeaux (famous for its tapestry and close to Normandy's D Day Landing Beaches) this bubble of rural tranquility is close enough to civilisation that you can cycle into town for dinner or walk down to the seafront, but if you leave your bedroom window open, the only thing you'll hear will be the sound of singing birds (and maybe the odd seagull squawk). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chateau la Cheneviere is part of the <a href="http://www.slh.com/">'Small Luxury Hotels of The World'</a> group - who boast a</span><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif; font-size: large;"> 520 strong portfolio of boutique hotels and resorts, and t</span></span><span style="font-family: times, 'times new roman', serif; font-size: large;">he amenities at la Cheneviere rival that of many much larger hotels. There are both laundry and room services, as well as parking, two restaurants, a swimming pool, fitness centre, a 36 hole golf course, tennis court, a spa, bikes, free wifi (essential in order to brag to everyone about how amazing your holiday is so far) and if that all wasn't enough, the hotel has its very own speakeasy cellar bar - Zanzibar, complete with a calvados based cocktail menu and decorated with fascinating souvenirs picked up by the Chateau's owner on his travels.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The staff were delightful, endlessly helpful and seemed genuinely happy to be there. The atmosphere of the house is like nowhere I've ever visited; it felt like coming home to somewhere I'd never been. This is a place that is loved, and you can tell.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For dinner, we ate in what is surely one of Chateau la Cheneviere's shining attractions, Le Botaniste restaurant. The restaurant itself seems opulent, yet intimate. It's grand and impressive but feels as if you and the other tables are all part of a friend's lavish dinner party. The chef, Didier Robin creates his regionally inspired, contemporary dishes based on local produce, with many ingredients being grown in the chateau's very own vegetable garden (I particularly enjoyed the fresh rhubarb!). The sommelier is also on hand to help select wines from the cellar, to compliment the culinary delights of Le Botaniste. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For our dinner at Le Botaniste, we started with a Chenevière cocktail which consists of pommeau, peach cream and champagne on ice (which I have since recreated at home and sipped in bed like a grand old lady of the manor). Then, I had scallops with Shiitake mushrooms, wild garlic, kale soup and roasted linseed, followed by 'Le Trou Normand'; an apple sorbet with Calvados and Pommeau foam on top to give it a little something extra. For my main course, I had the whiting fish with black pearl caviar served with spinach and celeriac tagliatelles, followed by what is referred to as 'The Chariot of Cheese'. I am a fan of cheese at the best of times but when it's presented to me on a chariot, I am in ecstasy. From the marvellous chariot (as seen above) we selected an array of cheese accompanied by a delicious sweet chilli jam. For dessert, I had the caramelised apple tart tatin with pommeau and farmhouse butter, vanilla crumble, tonka beans and caramel ice cream with salted butter. I have to tell you, from the moment I ate the amuse-bouche (and the amuse-bouche of my neighbouring friend, there is no stopping me) I announced that the food already rivalled that of my family's beloved favourite Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons and its two-Michelin starred restaurant. By the end of the meal, I was even more sure of it. The food at Le Botaniste was absolutely spectacular and in my opinion, easily equalled, if not surpassed many Michelin starred venues I've dined in across the world. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I could go on and on, but in summary - would I recommend Chateau la Cheneviere? Absolutely. Aggressively!! Would I return? Absolutely, and I will make sure of it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can see more of everything seen here including a room tour and dinner at <a href="http://lacheneviere.com/">Chateau La Cheneviere's</a> restaurant <a href="http://www.le-botaniste.com/">Le Botaniste.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Penhaligon's, the luxury British perfumers have been creating masterpieces through fragrance since 1870. Hammam Bouquet is one of their oldest and most iconic fragrances, created by Mr Penhaligon in 1872 and inspired by the Turkish Baths of Jermyn Street in Mayfair. Now, the once masculine fragrance has been reimagined for modern day in the form of Savoy Steam - and this time, it's an aromatic scent for both sexes. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Penhaligons' new offering comes in two forms; a slightly stronger eau de parfum and a more delicate eau de cologne. Of course, the classic Penhaligon's packaging features in both new additions, with a nod to the scent's bathhouse heritage in the form of a little towelling bow. </span><br />
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<span itemprop="name"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , "verdana" , "tahoma" , "calibri" , "geneva" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>The head notes: Rosemary Oil Tunisia and Pink Pepper. The heart notes: Rose Essential and Geranium Absolute. The base notes; Incense resinoid. </i></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i><b>Savoy Steam Eau de Cologne</b></i> (my personal favourite of the two) retails at £147 for 200ml and can be used as either a perfume or a splash, which is applied to the body after bathing - much like a Turkish Bathhouse ritual. To me, this version of Savoy Steam almost smells like a gin and tonic which is coincidentally, my favourite tipple! To me, this is a slightly more feminine version of the fragrance because of it's slightly fresher, lighter scent. </span></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;">The h</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">ead notes: Lemon Primofiore and Bergamot. The heart notes; Eucalyptus Oil, Rosemary Oil Tunisia. The base notes; White Cedarwood Oil and Fir Balsam. </span></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;">In summary, these are both beautiful scents that are not only genderless but also timeless, and because of this, the idea of </span></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">having an interchangable 'his and hers' perfume tray is starting to grow on me...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: center;">You can take a look at <a href="https://www.penhaligons.com/savoy-steam-eau-de-cologne/">Savoy Steam Eau de Cologne</a> & </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.penhaligons.com/savoy-steam-eau-de-parfum/?nosto=productpage-nosto-2">Savoy Steam Eau de Parfum</a> for yourself here.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Bag: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cgy4xev8te">here.</a></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I think you all know by now that I'm a quality over quantity kind of person. In an ideal world, I'd have a (still reasonably large) capsule wardrobe of things that can interchange seamlessly. Being a blogger, that's a hard feat to achieve. So, half of my wardrobe is made up of really high-quality, higher end items that I'll keep and wear for years to come, and half of it is more trend-led, disposable stuff that I know I'll have grown tired of by this time next year. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I recently added a piece to the 'forever' side of my wardrobe; this coat. To me, it's sort of monochrome preppy. It reminds me of a man's boating jacket! I've always loved mixing quite androgynous pieces (structured, oversized jackets, bow-ties, suits) with the hyper feminine (ruffles, pussybows, bright red lipstick) this red jacquard suit paired with a seriously ott ruffled blouse springs to mind - <a href="http://www.arabellagolby.com/2012/12/chinoiserie-print-jacquard-suit.html">feel free to take a look at that look here,</a> although I was considerably more svelte then, sporting a misjudged dip dye and still taking photos in my back garden. <i>So innocent. So pure. Treasure the mems. </i></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This coat really fits the bill in terms of my style and despite it being quite 'statement', I have plenty of ways to style this in mind.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">What do you think? Do you prefer having a more 'disposable' wardrobe or are you someone who likes to invest in pieces with more longevity? Let me know!</span></center>
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Top: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxkh6v8te">here</a>. Boots: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxk46v8te">here</a>. Coat: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/b4ndkev8te">here</a> (<a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxkxvv8te">similar here</a>.) Trousers: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxkzdv8te">similar here</a>. Bag: c/o Bulgari - available this spring. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">If you managed to scroll this far down, I apologise for the over indulgent number of photos. I had two main issues with these images; I LOVE MY NEW LENS and I LOVE THIS OUTFIT. Am I allowed to say that? I think I am. We all are. You know those outfits that put you in a good mood? This is one of them and these are the reasons why;</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Touching back on the <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxk46v8te">boots (which are now conveniently in the sale)</a> I found it <i>so</i> difficult to find a pair of non-clompy, reasonably elegant looking everyday boots that had a day appropriate heel. It was almost impossible. The online product photo for these wasn't the most flattering, so I took a risk on these and trusted the reviews I read on<a href="http://rstyle.me/n/cdxk46v8te"> the Topshop website.</a> They're flattering, WARM and a perfect sock-style boot with a practical heel and stylishly squared off toe. I adore them so much I am genuinely considering buying a second pair 'just in case'. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Welcome back, and Happy New Year to you all! I arrived home from Singapore at 5:30am yesterday, and after a ridiculously long sleep I've hit the ground running. I'm feeling happy and filled with a real enthusiasm for the year ahead, what I want to achieve and the changes I want to make.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Imagine the humidity, the jungle-esque tropical greenery and the cicadas buzzing in the background. That's the image I want you to keep in your mind as you read this - but first, let me explain. These photos certainly were a palaver. As you may have seen me mention on Instagram, these photos were shot on my new camera and new lens (hopefully you'll notice the difference) and being the gung -ho, no-manual-needed rebel that I am, we shot in the wrong setting and when I came to edit them, my laptop was not having any of it. NONE OF IT. They just wouldn't upload onto blogger no matter how many different ways and programs we used to resize them. I even called my brother into action on our Christmas Day, and even he, who served as our family's household techie for much of my life, couldn't fully solve the problem. It felt like such a disappointment as I really loved how these photos turned out, and as a total last chance saloon style act of desperation, I plugged the card into my usual desktop computer at home... lo and behold, they worked and here we are...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Because of that, I hope you'll forgive the slightly over indulgent number of photos and I also hope you'll leave me a comment to let me know what you think! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onto the photos themselves which have been quite overshadowed by the drama surrounding them. If you've been familiar with me for a year or two, you'll probably know that every December I travel to Singapore to visit family for Christmas and New Year. This year was particularly special because it was my Granny's 90th birthday. For the momentous occasion, we decided to recreate one of her favourite previous birthday celebrations; dinner at Singapore's most well known hotel, Raffles - a place where we have so many lovely memories. So, despite the tropical heat, the men dressed in black tie and us ladies put on our best dresses. I helped Granny with her make up and we headed off to dinner. The building itself is stunning, the staff can't do enough, the food was magnificent and the pianist even took requests! To make things even more special, my uncle had also booked Granny's favourite magician who performed at the table for us after dinner. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This is what I wore for the occasion - a look that my brother and uncle both referred to as very 'throwback', something that you'd have seen a lady wearing at Raffles in the hotel's heyday. However, I'll let you in on a secret. This was just a recreation. The night at Raffles was Granny's night, and I didn't want to spend time away from her taking photos, so the following day I got all dressed up again! It was worth it to have more time with my family and I think that in the end, the photos came out wonderfully!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Finally, thank you for all of the support and encouragement you showed me last year. I appreciate each and every one of you who takes the time to read here, like my Instagram photos and watch my videos. I'm so excited for what's to come this year and I hope you are too. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Whenever I wear this cape, I'm inundated with compliments and every time, the person has been aghast when I tell them it's from one of my old high street favourites, <a href="http://www.coast-stores.com/">Coast</a>. Admittedly, Coast is on the slightly more pricey end of the 'high street' category, but I'd say their pieces are still attainable to a lot of people - so it still counts. This cape (<i>which is also a fave of style queen Olivia Palermo!!1!</i>) has knocked all of my other coats off the top spot. This cape is my no.1, 2, 3, 4 <i>and</i> 5. I'm besotted. I want one of these capes to wear and another one to frame like teenage boys do with signed football shirts. There's something so flattering about the cut and the way the wing-like sleeves fall and swoosh. To me, it's <i>cool </i>but elegant. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">In fact, this love affair began when I saw Josie wearing it at an event (you must check out her <a href="http://www.fashionmumblr.com/">marvellous blog</a>!) and we went through the exact same hooha that I've been going through with strangers, which went something like this; 'OMG where's that from? Is it designer? It's Coast? WHAT?' *<i>eyes fill with tears of joy</i>*</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hello strangers! First, I must apologise for my absence. Although I've been gone, I've actually been busier than ever in terms of trips and exciting projects, and even though that makes me very happy, I've been finding it difficult to juggle everything along with YouTube. I'm a perfectionist; I hate rushing posts or videos and feeling like I could've done a better job, which often means I don't even start from fear my quick attempt will turn out badly. I'm working on making myself a schedule to help with self discipline, but until then, thank you for understanding and please let me know if there's a day that you'd like me to regularly post!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">It's that time of year (or around a month after, forgive my lateness...) when this quiet little London mews becomes a photographic siren, calling every Instagrammer within sight to snap a photo. The leaves blush as the seasons change and the arch is draped in glorious colour, flowing over the stone like a waterfall suspended in time. So, it's no wonder that bloggers and photographers feverishly flock to it, hoping to catch it at it's peak. We also took a shot in front of the leaves that were yet to turn, just to really demonstrate the incredible colour transition. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Autumn is definitely my favourite season in terms of colour, and so I decided, perhaps uninventively, to go full on matchy-matchy. I didn't see any point in even trying to upstage the background. Here, it's undoubtedly the main attraction. </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Also - if you're not already, you can see more of my life, travels, new purchases and the like over on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube where I post a lot more regularly @arabellagolby.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Top: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bzt5b5v8te">here</a>. Trousers: <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bzt5nrv8te">similar here</a>. Long Pearls: vintage, <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bzt6q5v8te">similar here</a>. Short Pearls: Chanel.</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Last week, my mother and I visited one of my favourite childhood haunts, Waddesdon Manor. I distinctly remember coming here as a child to go sledding, wrapped up in a big red coat. The house is breathtaking and to me, looks like a real life version of The Beauty & The Beast Castle, with an interior to match. (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rP1oCmFi3LI">I actually filmed a tour of the inside, including all of the history, which you can watch here if you'd like!)</a> I think it's evident that style is one of my main passions, but I also have a longstanding fascination with architecture and historical buildings. I really, really love these photos because I feel like they're combing my two loves!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">As for the outfit, I'm sure you're rolling your eyes at my predictable taste. Ruffles? Frills? SOLD. I'm sorry - there's just a small part of me that wants to drape myself in pearls and ruffles like a fabulous old woman. </span><span style="font-size: large;">This top is certainly eye-catching but it's versatile too, and now, one of my new favourites! </span><span style="font-size: large;">I just adore the rich blue colour, pleats and layered details. </span></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Do you like visiting National Trust properties? Which ones would you recommend? Also - if you watch the my tour of the house, I'd love to know what you think!</span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bzxs4rv8te">The Rouge-Expert Click Stick</a> is a new launch from the luxury French beauty brand, By Terry. With 25 shades to choose from and retailing at £24.50, it promises a 3-in-1 performance with high pigmentation, a precise application and a velvety smooth, balm-like texture. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">By Terry is a brand that I'm already quite besotted with. I know I can expect the absolute highest performance and quality from their products. So, I was very, very excited to try out the <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bzxs4rv8te">Rouge-Expert Click Stick</a> - more excited than I have been for a new launch in quite a while. It was the unique teardrop shape of the bullet that first caught my eye, and after trialling the colour 'My Red' (a classic, true red) I can truly say that it applies the colour to my lips in a way that I've never experienced before. I didn't trust the unusual shape at first, imagining it'd feel strange and unfamiliar. I applied it tentatively, without lipliner (something I never do with bright colours) and was shocked by the incredibly intense coverage and the way the teardrop shape just... works. It just works in a way that I can't quite explain. It reminded me of the first time I tried a liquid lipstick; just one sweep does the job in terms of shape and coverage, unlike a normal lipstick which can take a few coats to reach its full colour potential. I suppose it just demonstrates that there was clearly a lot of research and trialling that went into the teardrop shape. </span></span><span style="font-family: '"times"', '"times new roman"', serif; font-size: large;">The 'click-stick' mechanism, that pushes up just the right amount of product also works well. It's not too over-zealous which means you won't end up smushing the lid onto unused product.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you're a lipstick lover, I'd certainly recommend giving this product a try. I also think, considering the fact that most of By Terry products are quite pricey - this price of this product is surprising. I accept that £24.50 isn't cheap, but bearing in mind that lots of other brands that I wouldn't consider so luxurious also price their lipsticks in the same region, the Rouge-Expert Click Stick is unexpectedly reasonable. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif;">A week or so ago, I attended an event with the prestigious British perfumer, <a href="http://www.penhaligons.com/">Penhaligons</a>. Their brand is unique, clear and consistent, with a heritage that dates all the way back to the Victorian era. They say of themselves; 'we <i>strive to create original scents for the discerning </i></span><span style="font-family: "times", "times new roman", serif;"><i>eccentric</i><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif;"><i>s of today</i>' - how terribly British! </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.penhaligons.com/">Penhaligons</a> have just launched 4 new fragrances as part of their 'Portraits' family. The idea being that each fragrance represents a member of a fictional family, with their animal counterparts represented through the perfume lid; <i>Lord George</i>; the distinguished gentleman represented by a proud stag, <i>Lady Blanche</i>; the sophisticated matriarch, quite reminiscent of a cunning but graceful leopard, <i>Duchess Rose</i>; the sweet, innocent-seeming daughter with hidden vixen-like qualities, and <i>The Duke</i>; the daughter's loyal and flamboyant husband, much like an English Hound. </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">The idea of a well-to-do but drama-filled family is such a British image, but relating the idea to fragrance is genius. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif; font-size: large;">I was immediately drawn to <i>Duchess Rose</i> both in scent and the personality description! It's a beautiful, deep rose scent - the h</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif;">ead note is mandarin, the heart note is rose and the base note is musky wood. I absolutely </span><span style="font-family: "times", "times new roman", serif;">adore</span><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif;"> the fragrance and so, have worn this every single day since acquiring it. It's incredibly pungent and long lasting, but not in an overbearing way. A few days ago my mother told me that she knew I'd been in the kitchen before her that morning because she could smell the perfume! Despite it being primarily rose, which seems quite traditional and to some, a tiresome scent - I must disagree, this fragrance is full of life and every day I catch myself with my wrist to my nose, breathing it in with appreciation!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: times, times new roman, serif;">It's full name; </span></span><span style="font-family: times, 'times new roman', serif; font-size: large;"><i>The Coveted Duchess Rose Eau de Parfum</i> retails at £178.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i>Her fragrance: 'A sparkling and ostensibly innocnt scent for the youthful daughter. A translucent floral fragrance, an English rose with hidden sensuality and thorns. Sweet and effervescent at first, a delicate and fruity mandarin creates a bright exuberance. A pastel pink rose sits squarely at the heart, luminous and romantic. The woody, sensual character of ambrox adds modernity and disrupts the innocent air of the rose. Graceful and carnal.'</i></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The way this foursome of products has been marketed is incredible. The 'Portraits' family is so unique and terribly smart, not only does it create a character for almost everyone to relate to, it also leaves the door open to add more characters and scents in the future. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Not only that, but I can't remember the last time I bothered reading a branded magazine or newspaper as I tend to find them uninspiring, but upon devouring the beautiful imagery and clever, creative descriptions of <i>The Penhaligons Times</i> I remembered why I chose Publishing as my degree. It's so wonderfully creative. I took some photographs of the newspaper's contents as I truly think you have to see if for yourself to appreciate it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Earlier this week we celebrated a family birthday with a garden party at Charlcote Park, a beautiful 16th century stately home set within its own deer park. The stunning Elizabethan style building which is still home to the Lucy family, once played host to Queen Elizabeth <span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I </span>and Shakespeare himself is said to have frequently visited to hunt within the grounds.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">My extended family rented the right wing of the top floor of the house for the week in celebration of my Auntie Gill's birthday, which meant that when all the visitors left at 5pm we were left alone in the grounds. The family who still live in the house were away for the summer, so it was incredible to be able to wander the grounds alone (many '<i>welcome to my humble abode</i>' jokes were made...)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">It was a scorching hot day, and during the party, my mum and I couldn't resist excusing ourselves to explore the grounds. As we were admiring some towering cedar trees, we realised it would be a beautiful and unique location for an improptu photo shoot. I'd already commented on how this pale pink dress makes me feel like Liesl Von Trapp when she sings <i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwK_WOXjfc0">16 Going on 17</a></i> (then I had an internal weep over the fact that I am now 24 going on 25 and that doesn't have quite the same ring to it...) so, when we spotted a pair of stone benches, we saw visions of Liesl leaping around the garden room and decided to have a little fun with it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The dress, which I paired with a vintage straw hat in an attempt to make it a little more casual, has fast become one of my favourites. It's delicate layers of fabric flow beautifully and the perfectly ruffled b</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">ardot neckline and hem are lined with wire to preserve and hold the incredible ruffled effect. Don't tell anyone, but I ADORED this dress so much, I also bought it in a mint green... </span></div>
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