Shades and Street Food

Me rocking my Firmoo shades Over the past two days both Mr A and I have been hit by a horrible little cold, which we have been attacking with healthy food, early nights and lemon tea but with a Street Food Festival happening in Cardiff we just couldn't resist. So after a hot shower and finding the mental strength we ventured outside, which I think did us all a little bit of good, especially since the sun was shinning down, something that has seemed a bit of rare sight of late. It also gave me a chance to try out stylish tortoise shell shades that the lovely people at Firmoo kindly sent me. They have to be one of the best quality glasses I have which I was a bit of surprise considering the reasonable price, they don't feel flimsy at all and I can see these lasting a very longtime and I can't wait to be wearing them on our upcoming trip to the South of France. So back to the Street Food fest - there were a bunch of stalls both on The High Street and Womanby street ......

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What Decorations to choose for a baby or child's party

How amazing are these decorations (image) While decorating for an child events from birthday parties to christenings, you need to consider the atmosphere of the party, wether you want it to be fun, colourful or a more classic and elegant and affair. To achieve the ideal combination, plan the following aspects: Colour scheme of your decorations for the party Pastel colors will be more than appropriate for a baby’s christening  or birthday party. You could choose decorations of pastel yellow and light browns or soft pink, blue and lilac. Keep in mind what you would like your main colours to be and work around those. It is possible to accent them with metallic or bold colors. For example, to emphasize light blue party decorations hang some baskets with bright yellow flowers. Use your intuition when combining colors for a child's party – the palette must be mostly of light colours not too gloomy. Centrepieces Wildflower or rose bouquets can add feeling of celebrati......

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London Life - A short break in the city

We have been in London for the past few days, staying in Covent Garden in a rented apartment - you always feel alive in this city and despite what some people think it's a great place for kids, as well a adults of course. We have been indulging in bistros, cafes, craft beers and raw food. On Monday we woke up to a sunny day - so rocked the shades, loving London The Wild Food Cafe in Neal's Yard is lovely - such good food John enjoying some Bethnal Pale Ale at Honest Burger ...

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Spring Shades

Whenever we have a long duration of bad weather my mind starts to day dream to warmer summer days and really to be honest, as the rate the little man is growing up, spring really is just around the corner, which means it's time to shop for one of my favourite accessories - sunglasses. My festival essential, as well as late night hide the sleepless eyes accessory - glasses are not only useful but can add instant style to any outfit. Enjoying the sun last year Having grown up in a hot country (South Africa) where I spent many a weekend on surfing, hiking outdoors or enjoying a relaxing swim by the pool, deep down I am still that chilled out surfer girl who loves to wear sunglasses - to me there is a real sense of comfort when you find a great pair that suits your personality and style. With John having to wear prescription eyeglasses it's something we both look up when the new trends for the year start to filter through and winter/spring is the perfect time to buy g......

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Shades for all seasons

I think being from South Africa I naturally fast forward myself through the cold times and think towards summer and the beach, warm sun and styling some new shades. But saying that I use sunglasses as much in winter, with the harsh winter road glare and on the occasionally sunny day - sunglasses I have to say for both of us is one of our favourite accessory, not only does that right pair of shades accentuate your facial features but can also hide a multitude of sins - in our case, it's with our son has been up during the night and we've had about 2hours sleep. This year I am looking for something fun, unusual and more a statement frame...here are a few picks that John and I chose from glasses.com and if I had my way I would have all of them.... Laura's choices Chloe Sunglasses on Sale £71 Derek Lam - Audra £170 Guess -GU £39 Vera Wang - Cosma £73 Johns Choices Ray-Ban original wayfarer - £95 Maui Jim - Aloha Friday £190 John......

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