With the May bank holiday just around the corner and many of us planning getaways for half-term, it’s the perfect time to gear up for a sun-filled season. Here’s a little sunshine scoop along with some fabulous finds and personal insights to help you breeze through the summer in style!
Victoria Beckham X Mango
We have to start with talking about this exciting collaboration that’s creating such a buzz: Victoria Beckham X Mango. This collection is a dream come true for many of us, and yes I am OBSESSED – it’s elegant, timeless and affordable, just in time for holiday purchases! Shop the full Victoria x Mango collection or browse my favourites.
My Staple: Summer Dresses
There are some beautiful summer dresses dropping this season, and a few of my favourite brands have early season discounts – eek!
– Karren Millen: 40% off new season, plus an extra 20% off on the app
– Jigsaw: 20% off selected new summer styles
The Best Swimwear: Style & Comfort
This year, I’ve committed to buying less but choosing better quality. Investing in swimwear that not only looks great but also fits well and can endure the sun and sea makes really makes all the difference. It’s quality over quantity!
Sunscreen Saviours: Face, Body & Kids
Choosing the right sunscreen is so important to protect our skin, but also ensuring they apply well (for lower stress levels) and last throughout the day. My mantra? Face SPF every single day please!
Beautiful & Bronze
Fake it until you make it – no need to risk premature ageing with sun exposure when you have the most wonderful bronzers out there! That sun-kissed glow can really boost your confidence.
Juggling Mum Life & The Power of saying “no”
I’ve been speaking to OK! magazine this week about my techniques to finding work-life balance, prioritising self-care in family life and how important it is to say “no” without feeling guilty!
Read the full interview with OK! Magazine
Photographer: Danny Craven, Styling by Lauren Goodwin-Grafton)
Happy summer, Mums! Here’s to a season filled with fun, style, and some self-care thrown in! Stay tuned for more recommendations, discount codes, and competitions.
Your support means the world to me.
Louise x
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