Top 5 February Favourites

I still can't believe February is nearly over! Its been a good month and I've got a lot of favourites!

Here they are - 

1. Côte Brighton - I love love love loveee this restaurant! I took my mum here for her Birthday a few Fridays ago on a day we had torrential rain, so made a bad day a lot better!

Whenever I visit Côte I always go for the Minute Steak with frites as its to die for! The meat is cooked to perfection and the staff there are great! If you have one in your area, please visit and let me know what you think.

115-116 Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UD (Opposite The Dome)

2. Vivienne Westwood Black Saffiano Bag - I haven't actually purchased this but I really want it! I'm trying to find an excuse to buy it, and keep hoping my current work bag is going to break or a pen will explode in it!

I really like Vivienne Westwood accessories but I'm really not too keen on the clothing, its so out there and I don't think I would feel comfortable wearing the clothes.

Every so often I treat myself to something nice, so this maybe on my list next! I see it as an investment and the quality of VW items are great!



3. Sam Smith - As you can see from my most recent post, I went to see a Sam Smith gig and it was absolutely amazing! His album does not come out until May so I have a long wait but I have been downloading everything he's released on iTunes so far! Take a look at a few videos on YouTube and see what you think.



4. Valentino Uomo - I was shopping in Debenhams last week and was approached by a sales assistant who sprayed an aftershave on me, normally I tell them not to bother as I end up being sprayed by 10 different products but I saw she had a great looking bottle! Which after further investigation was Valentino! The scent is Uomo and it smells amazingly good!

Its very smokey and woody which is what I wear in this cold weather, the more cool and fruity smells I wear in the summer! Its around £55-£65 for 100ml which is a lot but very worth it! Go into your local fragrance shop and ask for a tester!



5. Bioré® UltraDeep Cleansing Pore Strips - Ive been wanting to try these pore strips for ages so decided this week I would! Ive seen a few reviews on YouTube and was very sceptical to try as I didn't know how they would work.

They do work and you can see the dirt actually on the strip from your pores but OMG there so painful! I left it on for the recommend 10-15 minutes and it literally killed taking it off! But that's vanity for you, no pain no gain!



See you in March!!

Sam Smith + Josh Record @ The Old Market, Hove

Absolutely incredible! That’s the only way to describe the gig I went to last night! I’m aching this morning and have dry mouth which I can only presume is from the standing and alcohol but my god it was worth it!

I saw none other than the UKs current No1 SAM SMITH! Recently awarded the Critics' Choice award at the Brits and set for big big things if I don’t say so myself!

Smith was supported by Josh Record, who I’ve been listening too since the end of 2012 when his song “For Your Love” was used on a Sam Pepper YouTube video, I remember downloading the song at the time but he’s actually re-releasing this as his new single in March!

The gig was at The Old Market “TOM” in Hove, East Sussex so nice and close to home for me! The venue is so small and intimate which makes the experience even better, I much prefer small events to the huge commercial events like the O2.

As it was in Brighton/Hove I was expecting to see people I knew, which I didn’t which is something I also like! It’s nice to be out and to not see the same old faces! The 1 person I did notice was Alfie Deyes “PointlessBlog” from YouTube! There with his Mum & Dad! Alfie later tweeted about the gig and urged people to see Smith & Record if they ever get the chance so he must of enjoyed it! I was hoping Alfie would have been Vlogging and I would have 100% tried to be in it haha.

The UK No1 announcement was made at 7PM last night, and Sam was due on stage at 8:15! After a few songs you could hear the “Money on My Mind” intro and Sam took to the stage to announce he had made the No1 spot! Must have been such a good feeling for him! And for us in the audience to experience that was a one off and the crown went wild while he sang his No1 hit!

My favourite tracks from the night were, Lay Me Down, Nirvana, Money on My Mind & Make It To Me by Sam Smith also Bones & For Your Love by Josh Record.

Motivational Monday Quote #2

I am so unmotivated today its untrue, all I wanted to do when I woke up this morning was GO BACK TO SLEEP.

As everyone is aware, in the UK we currently have horrendous winds and flooding! Which meant Friday & Saturday night I could barely sleep due to the sound and not knowing whether my roof was going to be ripped off!

Last night was the 1st night I’ve actually had a nice sleep so this morning waking up was tough, made worse by the fact I woke up late, which meant I was stuck in traffic! And couldn’t find anywhere to park at work! NIGHTMARE!

Anyway on a better note, I am now at work and in the comfort of my warm and dry office, currently creating a “To Do List” which I think is very important for people to do, and the satisfaction of ticking actions which have been completed is absolute heaven! I often add things to my list I’ve already done just so I can tick them! But ssshhhhhh don’t tell anyone.

Today’s quote is from C.S Lewis and one I very much believe in, no matter how old you are or what situation you’re in.

“You are never too old to set another goal, or dream a new dream.”

Dallas Buyers Club Review

This film is due for release on the 7th February 2014 in the UK, but I was lucky enough to watch a special screening yesterday.

The movie revolves around the character Ron Woodroof played by Matthew McConaughey (Magic Mike, How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, The Wedding Planner) who is told he has 30 days to live due to his positive diagnosis for H.I.V, the movie is set in 1985 and due to the lack of approved medications in the U.S, Ron decides to take his health into his own hands and travel the world looking for treatment.

The film Is loosely based on a true story, and shows the struggle of H.I.V/Aids patients in the 1980's and the challenges they had with the government and pharmaceutical companies.

Throughout the film you see the transformation of Ron Woodroof, the homophobic womanising cowboy to the man helping hundreds of people who are suffering from H.I.V/Aids, and see the blossoming friendship between Ron and self-destructive transsexual Rayon portrayed by Jared Leto (Lord Of War, Fight Club, Requiem For A Dream).

The film also stars Jennifer Garner (Juno, Daredevil, 13 Going On 30) as Dr. Eve Saks who is one of the doctors to break the devastating news to Woodroof that he only has 30 days to live, which also becomes a close friend to Ron and supports the find for H.I.V/Aids treatment.

The thing that shocked me about the film was the attitudes people had towards gay people and people with H.I.V/Aids in the 80's and also Matthew McConaughey's performance! He lost a reported 4 stone for the movie and the acting was tremendous.

This isn’t a film to see if your wanting fun and happy, it’s a well-structured film which I'm sure will win a lot of awards and I would highly recommend.

Motivational Monday Quote #1

Monday, a day a lot of people dread as its the start of a brand new week! Which means 5 days until the weekend, until you can unwind and chill out again.

I sometimes ask myself, "Why do i dread going to work on Mondays?" surely if you hate it so much get a new job, but I think no one in the world can honestly say they enjoy Mondays! No matter how much you enjoy your job.

This week at work is going to be extremely busy for me, so the days should fly by and we shouldn't complain about our work, as not all people are able to find work in the current work climate so I am very fortunate.

I seem to pick 1 thing I wish to achieve in the week, and strive to achieve it! Whether your a student at school, college or university or in full time work, you must have goals so pick a few things you want to learn or achieve and go for it.

Also when work is getting a little stressful I just think about things I have coming up which are exciting, birthdays, holidays and days off etc.

Happy Monday people, and enjoy your week :) remember work is only work and don't take yourself to seriously.

That Awkward Moment Review

I have just got back from the cinema where I saw That Awkward Moment which is about 3 friends who find themselves in that confusing moment in every relationship when you have to decide "where is this going?"

The films main cast are Zac Efron (High School Musical, 17 Again, The Lucky One) Miles Teller (21 & Over, Project X, Rabbit Hole) and Michael B. Jordan (Hard Ball, Chronicle, Fruitvale Station)

Its your typical feel good film and really easy to watch, but does make you think about your own personal life and you can really relate to some things that go on in the film.

Miles Teller who plays the character Daniel in the movie falls for his close friend and pulling wing girl Chelsea who is played by Mackenzie Davis, and I think everything has been in that position? 

You meet someone, become friends, then sometimes there is that moment you realise you like that friend in a different way and would like to take things further, but you only have a short space of time to decide this, if you carry on being friends with that person and do not let your feelings known, your relationship with that friend becomes stuck and its too late to tell the truth!!

Its a happy film which I would say is aimed at teenage girls due to the fact it stars Zac Efron, but it really did make me think about my own experiences and the "Friend Zone"

If you meet someone you like, tell them before its too late and make sure you don't get stuck in the friends zone!

Top 5 January Favourites

January is probably one of my least favourite months, it means Christmas is well and truly over and your starting a whole new year, so I'm welcoming February with open arms and looking forward to the year.

Here are my January favourites - 

1. Simple Skin Care Range - I normally use Nivea for all my skin care needs, but in January I decided to change to an alternative brand, this is when I saw the Simple range. They were on a multi-buy offer so I ended up getting 3 products for £6.00 which is great value.

At first I was not overly impressed, as the texture was really runny but after using the moisturising cream in the evening and awakening to soft juicy skin, I take back the negatives in regards to the texture.

I have the wipes, day moisturiser, night moisturiser and eye lotion all of which i am loving and would highly recommended due to the value and quality of the product.

2. Dexter - TV Series - I know I'm 8 years late, but OMG Dexter is bloody brilliant! After finishing Prison Break last year I was looking for a new series and Dexter was recommended to me by my cousin which I'm so thankful for!

Its just utter brilliance, Michael C. Hall who plays Dexter is excellent is his portrayal of a mass murderer / forensic blood splatter analyst and makes the series funny, intense and exciting.

Dexter ran for 8 seasons, and I'm currently on season 2! So I still have a long way to go but it really is great so if you haven't seen it watch a few episodes and see what you think!

Dexter is currently on Netflix in the UK.

3. Bicester Village - Bicester Village is one of the Chic Outlet Shopping villages in the UK, there are Chic Outlet Shopping villages all over the world which provide luxury outlet shopping.

I went in January for my friends birthday, its absolutely great! It had all my favourite brands and the prices are slashed! Gucci, Todds, Burberry, Prada are just a few of the great outlet shops in Bicester.

I am planning to go again in July for my birthday as they have a great "Shopping Day Experience at Bicester Village" package which includes a VIP savings card, dinner, valet parking and money to spend in stores!

4. The Wolf of Wall Street (Movie) - This was my favourite film for January 2014! Take a look at my full review here.

5. Clean Bandit - Rather Be (Song) - This song was released on the 17th January in the UK, and is currently No.1 in the iTunes chart its fast, catchy and such an easy song to listen to.

Click here to download Rather Be on iTunes.

See you in February for my Feb favourites.