When life gives you lemons

The past two months have been a bit of a nightmare for me, and probably for mike too, after all he has to live with me. FOP has been changing my appearance especially the top half of body, and its been such a struggle coming to terms with the changes, I dreaded summer coming all the pretty off the shoulder tops and pretty lace numbers.

I think of my self as a go getter and the feeling of being trapped is a constant reminder of the things I used to be able to do, and maybe never get back, the relying on people all day long drives me insane, I used to be so independent.

The thing is I don't always feel this way, just sometimes when it gets tough.  I'm very fortunate to have the people in my life to help me, no matter how frustrated I become, you know who you are!

Current goings on

• I'm going to London at the end of September to take part in a clinical trial for FOP, which is the closest thing to a cure thats ever been, very exciting to be a part of.  I will be on the drug for two years, no waxing and extremely dry skin, worth every bit of  brow craziness ha ha.
• Getting an automatic car and learning to drive is my next challenge, when people tell me I cant do something that is all the motivation I need to prove them wrong no matter how long it takes.

Finding things to keep me busy is the main thing, I need distractions, new challenges. I can do anything so CAN you no matter what it is you have to overcome, we as humans can adapt to almost anything and there is no such thing as no I CANT or you CANT.

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:13

Mango 'Gucci Loafer Dupes"

Well aren't we all just a tad obsessed with Gucci right now? shoes, bags everything! I bought these shoes from Mango just over a week ago, they haven't arrived yet but already thought of so many outfits they would MAKE. As if I don't have anything else to do with my times, I'm planning outfits like a mad women, please tell me I'm not the only one?

Mango shoes - linked above
Dress - French Connection

Shirt - Topshop
Jeans -Topshop
Shoes - linked above 

Office and ASOS also brought out their version but wasn't as keen you can see them here & here

Whats your favourite trend right now?

Mine are;

• Ruffles
• Florals
• Metallics

Thanks for reading 

x

Mango 'Gucci loafer' dupes

Well aren't we all just a tad obsessed with Gucci right now? shoes, bags everything! I bought these shoes from Mango just over a week ago, they haven't arrived yet but already thought of so many outfits they would MAKE. As if I don't have anything else to do with my times, I'm planning outfits like a mad women, please tell me I'm not the only one?

Mango shoes - linked above
Dress - French Connection

Shirt - Topshop
Jeans -Topshop
Shoes - linked above 

Office and ASOS also brought out their version but wasn't as keen you can see them here & here

Whats your favourite trend right now?

Mine are;

• Ruffles
• Florals
• Metallics

Thanks for reading 

x

Autumn Essentials - Boots & Knits

Autumn is one of my favourite seasons of the year, the dark evenings, big roaring fires and chunky knits, I'm already so excited for all the new pieces arriving in stores.

Its at that awkward time where all the shops are transitioning and theres not much about but I've had a nosey online and found loads of good stuff.


Knitwear
In love with this cardigan from Mango £29.99, I've actually just purchased this tonight so hopefully its as nice as it looks & cant wait to style it. It's been quite an awful summer here in NI so cardigans are must, always!

Love a bit of lace and this 'summer' jumper is no exception, you can get it from ASOS here £9.50 in the sale, bargain!

Footwear

 Everyone needs a good pair of boots in their wardrobe, or five! I spotted these on Instagram and fell in love, both from ASOS here & here two totally different styles but theres just something about both I love, I love the unique shade of the first pair, which would go with absolutely everything in your wardrobe from colour to monochrome but also picturing the second pair with skirts tights and cosy knits in the midst of winter.

Whats your favourite part about autumn?

Heres a few of mine;

• Fires
• Chunky knits
• Its our Anniversary 
• The striking shades of the leaves & the crunch they make underfoot

Thanks for reading 

No 7 Stay Perfect Foundation

Lets be honest, I very rarely go near the No 7 counter, I was on the hunt for a new foundation and I had a voucher for No 7 so I thought id just go for it and try one of theirs.  I purchased the shade Calico.

Baring in mind I have quite dry skin, it did say on the box that it suited all skin types, not that I ever believed one foundation or product could.

When I first applied it I thought no way is this the correct shade, it was very ashy toned, but as I blended it in it seemed to have worked out ok shade wise although It did cling to my dry areas and sunk in to fine lines.

The only thing is if you do have super dry skin like me you need to exfoliate like crazy and moisturise, if you have oily skin this is probably perfect for you. The coverage is medium ish but build-able if you want more.

The packaging is super sleek and I like the glass bottle, has a very expensive feel to it considering it only cost £14.50, bang on half price to my trusty Nars sheer glow, which il probably start to use again, nothing seems to ever beat it.

You can buy it from boots online and in stores and it comes in 17 shades.

Let me know your favourites? I would love to test a few new ones out.

Thanks for reading

Zoe

Its all about those RUFFLES

I have always been a huge fan of ruffles from no height, so feminine and girly whats not to love? Ive spent all evening stalking ASOS for my top picks, all different fits but you will see a pattern ha ha!

I think my favourite out of them all is, well can I have two? the lazy oaf watermelon print is my first choice and my second favourite is the grey ruffle above it.

Whats your favourite?

My Scandi Style

This has been a long time coming, moved in here a year and a half go and I was just itching to get it all sorted, not wanting to rush in to anything I collected bits and pieces here and there but its nearly finished ** dances**

We still need a new floor, fireplace and shutters but we will get around to that ha ha! 

Mice Tea light holders - next

Vase - Oliver Bonas

Cushion - John Lewis

Throw - B&Q

Cacti - IKEA

Coaster -Anthropologie

Plant - Homebase

Side table - Harveys 

Console Table - Harveys

Lamp - Marks and spencer

Mirrors & Frames - Oliver Bonas

Clock - Oliver Bonas

Sofa - Harveys 

We bought our Sofa in Harveys Ballymena only 2 months ago and we weren't  expecting it so soon, totally in love with everything, its going to be a pain sorting the throws every second with three dogs pulling at it trying to make a 'bed' but I did insist pink.

I dont expect the plant to survive more than a week in this house hold maybe a tad longer for the cacti ha ha.

Thanks for reading 

Zoe