February Favourite!

OMG, I can't believe that February is already over, it means this blog is nearly two months old and I'm so happy that there are so many of you reading and enjoy it.

I thought I'ld write a little list today about some of my Feb favourite, it's a range of things from activities to smells and home decor. So let's get this show on the road and get into some of my favourite from this past month.

Incredible Things by Taylor Swift

I wanted a new perfume for this year and hadn't realised that galpal Taylor had released a new one. I loved her previous perfumes, so went and smelt it and loved it. With scents of vanilla (my fav scent), musky, orchids and white amber, this perfume lasts ages on my skin, making feel super glamorous and happy when I wear it. Also the bottle is so beautiful  and looks great on my vanity.

Baking

I'm not a baker, I can cook but baking is not my expertise. Measurements and stuff are not my thing. However in the last couple of weeks I've really gotten into gluten free baking. Googling and Pintresting fun, easy recipes. What I've been doing is making a huge amount and freezing most it in small amounts ready for me to grab for uni.  My favourites to make are Peanut Butter & Dark Chocolate cookies (recipe to come) and Banana, Dark Chocolate & Walnut muffins. Easy peasy recipes that taste delicious.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

This is not a favourite I am totally proud of but I have been binging this show for weeks on end. I 'accidentally' ended up watching this show through a random thought process. The start of this binge was Gigi Hadid, who I am obsessed with and I saw on her Wikipedia page that she was in a quite a few episodes of the show because her mum is on it. I decided that is Gigi was going to be on a few episode I should watch ( a logical decision obviously). However Yolanda (Gigi's Mum) is not on the show until a few season in but I couldn't just start in the middle right? So I started from the start and was hooked. It's not normally a show that I would be interested in, I'm not normally a reality tv watcher or into a show that puts women against women. I really don't know why I have to watch this show but I do, its a guilty pleasure and I'm nearly finished.

L.A. Girl Velvet Matte Bronzer Contour Stick in Suede 

I had been wanting to get into cream contour for a while and had heard mixed thing about these sticks but thought for the price I'ld give it a try. And I fell in LOVE, its so easy to apply and blend, it looks so natural and definitely plan on repurchasing.

Essay Reship Certified Organic Rosehip Oil

I was given a sample of this oil in a kit for christmas and loved it, so I repurchased a larger bottle. I just apply after my toner and before my moisturiser. I have definitely noticed a change in my skin and love how moisturising it is. Rosehip in super in right now and is so readily available, so go get you some!

 Call Your Girlfriend

Referred to as a podcast for long distance bestie, hosted by Ann Friedman and Aminatou Sow, this podcast is one the best things I have ever listened to. Discussing everything from Pop Culture, Politics, Menstruation and are unapologetically Feminist! I love the relationship these two have ever when they are miles apart and that they don't beat around the bush about tops, they are open and truthful, it is refreshing. Now this is a late favourite as I only started listening to this last week (22nd) but I am already up to episode 25. I have been binge listening like crazy.  I had heard about them for a while but had no space until I got my new phone, then I went for it. As a 'Baby Feminist', I truly appreciate this format and am so inspired by these two women. I am now a proud member of the CYG family and will forever be loyal.

Article I first saw CYG on: http://msmagazine.com/blog/2016/01/06/9-feminist-podcasts-to-stream-in-2016/#card_3052_30760_30759

CYG website: http://callyourgirlfriend.com/about


Active Wear

I have bought way to much active wear in the last month... I mean it's a slight addiction. From sneakers to legging and sports bra, the cuter the better, active wear has become part of my wardrobe (something I never thought would happen). But really its super practical not just for working out but for when you need to do jobs around the house or for work as well. 

Fresh Flowers

Fresh flower are know to bring joy and happiness when they are placed in a room and I have joined the party. Every week I have been doing out a buying flowers to put in my room. To me they just brighten the place up and make me feel a bit more put together. Like I'm totally classy because I have fresh flowers in my room.

Mindy Kailing's Why Not Me?

I mean it's Mindy Kailing, I already own her first book and love it. I was on the waiting list for ages to actually get my hands on this book and it was totally worth the wait. A continuation on her first book 'Is Everyone Hanging Out without Me? (And Other Concerns), Mindy uses her clever wit to talk about issues and topics that every women deals with. Falling in love, weight loss, seeking new friendships; stories that are relatable and funny, not just the norm of a 'autobiography'. Mindy Kailing is a great writer in generally and if your a fan of her humour I highly recommend both of her books.

So there are some of my favourite for the month. It's been a great month, a busy but a fabulous one.  I'm slowly falling in love with working out and am looking forward to starting my final year of undergrad. So here's to another fab month in 2016. Let keep the good times flowing.

Love Louise xo

Happiness doesn't mean that everything's perfect. It means you've decided to look beyond the imperfection.

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