Having recently turned 35, I initially felt a little awkward because really Im still ten years younger stuck in my 10 years older body. After living through a pandemic and having to put our lives on hold, this list can provide a source of inspo for when life gets back to normal (whatever that may look like). So looking forward towards the impending New Years Eve resolutions, have a look at the below and consider perhaps how you want to empower yourself in 2021. 1. Stop worrying about your age First things first, remember this: age is just a number. Entering a new decade may be a milestone, bu ..read more

Launching in Jan 2021, Smooch Skincare has WOW’ed us with their product range of skincare serums that (wait for it).... Works like Magic. To refine a phrase from the late Benjamin Franklin, there are but three things in life that are certain : death, taxes and like clockwork, New Years Resolutions. If you (like the rest of us) are counting down to wish the notorious 2020 goodbye and are eager to set your resolutions – we salute you. If they have anything to do with skincare, you’ll be happy to know that is a new brand in town that will make self-care that much easier. Starting now Smooch Skin ..read more

It's official. There's a greynaissance happening. Never before has the spotlight been on silver and grey hair in quite the same way – especially with salons being shut due to covid and many of us too nervous to try our hand at colouring our own hair. Given that 80% of us will go grey at some point, it's heartening to see more of us embracing our god-given greys, and it's promising to see brands really investing in developing targeted, modern and luxurious solutions, designed with enhancement and care in mind, for a demographic that, historically, has been under catered for. Attitudes towards ..read more

With the 7th book due to be realized in 2021. Do yourself a favour and catch up on the first 6 books that will have you so emotionally invested - it will literally consume you. Today we want to introduce you to a unique book series which follows seven sisters on their discovery of her roots. In 2014, Lucinda Riley published her first book in the Seven Sisters series and since then, every year a new and beautiful book has been released. The Northern Ireland historical fiction author says she wanted to celebrate the achievements of women, especially in the past. Every volume contains two stori ..read more

A cutie-pie list of date night ideas to get you into the xmas spirit and forget 2020 ever happened. If you’re on of the lucky ones who has someone to kiss under the mistletoe this xmas, then you need to read this. Even if you dont have someone yet, perhaps this post will inspire you to get your game on and find someone. Binge some Netflix Christmas Flicks Set up a Hot Chocolate tasting, Go from place to place to try and rate. Cozy Christmas Getaway : The midlands meander has plenty of options. Cook a romantic Christmas inspired dinner A little Christmas role-play didn’t hurt anyone ..read more

From Dorothy’s ruby slippers to Andy’s Chanel boots in The Devil Wears Prada. More than 80 years ago, the world was graced with an all-American classic: The Wizard of Oz. While no one knows exactly when women's love affair with shoes began, there's no doubt that Dorothy helped teach us the importance of good footwear. Since then, there have been many more memorable shoe moments in film—from Audrey Hepburns black loafers to Andy's Chanel boots in The Devil Wears Prada. See the best shoe moments in movies throughout the years, below: 1939 - The wizard of oz - There’s no place like home red sli ..read more

Perfect skin is just 60 seconds away.... and go! The internet is obsessed with the 60-second rule - a very self explanatory method of washing your face for a full 60 seconds (instead of the usual 15 seconds) to get better skin. The method comes from Nayamka Roberts-Smith from LABeautyologist who frequently tells her 43,000 followers to wash their face for 60 seconds straight to allow the cleanser ingredients to really penetrate the skin. "Makeup, dirt, and oil are a lot more difficult to remove from the skin most people realize," says Roberts-Smith. "So not only do you want to give the cleans ..read more

“S,even women are killed every day, and a reported 40% to 50% of men have admitted to perpetrating physical partner violence” Tomorrow, 25 November marks the start of 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children as well as the start of five days of mourning. In the words of President Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa finds itself in the midst of not one, but two devastating epidemics. During this period, People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) is urging government to fast-track the three new Bills introduced to Parliament in September 2020 specifically intended to tackle the country ..read more

The ultimate guide for Wine-Drinkers / Wannabe-Wine-Drinkers If you are anything like me, you love the idea of ‘a glass of wine’ after a long day. But you lack basic wineducation. I‘m the type that prefers the basic ‘red or white?’ question. Anything beyond that goes right over my head and my all-I-know-is-that-it-involves-grapes knowledge is exposed. So here are some basic questions that should elevate your wineducation as we head into the silly season - with not much emphasis on the ‘silly’ (if you know what I mean!) What exactly is ‘dry wine’? Wine described as "dry" doesn't taste sweet—b ..read more

Its about going beyond beauty. Making time for yourself is essential, because when you’re feeling good, you radiate joy and love to those around you – and isn’t that what Christmas is all about? Family, friends and festivities can be a lot, so it’s important to take some time out and check in with yourself. Here are three easy ways you can stay sane this silly season. Say om Meditation has many mental health benefits, and it can help to reduce stress and anxiety, balance emotions, boost focus and improve sleep – all critically important as we wind down the year. Download a meditation app (Cal ..read more