Sunday 24 February 2013

Snowdrops - Cat Woods Instagram

Snowdrops - Cat Woods Instagram


Snowdrops - Cat Woods Instagram

A year today... - Cat Woods Instagram

A year today... - Cat Woods Instagram


A year today... - Cat Woods Instagram

Wednesday 20 February 2013

Fashion - Classic Black Handbags

There’s one thing every girl needs and I’m not talking a little black dress! I’m talking a classic, timeless black handbag!

Bayswater, Paddington, Ebury, Stam … I could go on but these are just a few of the true handbag greats that every girl aspires to own! Or maybe that’s just me…

Whilst they have pretty hefty price tags associated with them you can’t knock their eternal nature. Men love fast expensive cars, women like elegant classic handbags to “look after” the man’s wallet!

Which of these floats your boat ladies?

You’ll be hard pushed to find some of these readily available but keep clicking the linking below and you never know you’re luck may be in! Credit cards at the ready!

Marc Jacobs

Chloe

Valentino

Dior

Chanel

Mulberry

Hermes

Anya Hindmarch


Fashion - Classic Black Handbags

Tuesday 19 February 2013

Twitter - Yesterday it was Burger King, today it's Jeep

So yesterday Burger King was ‘hacked’ although no formal announcement has been made only a single tweet! Today it’s Jeeps turn! And so far, no sign of Jeep having regained control!

Take a look at Jeep’s twitter profile

And here’s a few picks so far!

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If these are the result of a backward PR stunt Burger King has come out strong – 86k to 112k followers!


Twitter - Yesterday it was Burger King, today it's Jeep

Love these little pick me up notes - Cat Woods Instagram

Love these little pick me up notes - Cat Woods Instagram


Love these little pick me up notes - Cat Woods Instagram

Cloudless london sky - Cat Woods Instagram

Cloudless london sky - Cat Woods Instagram


Cloudless london sky - Cat Woods Instagram

Vlog | Hi Everyone - quick catch-up including a few Empties

Managed not to rant … miracle!

Here’s a super quick run-down of where I’m at with the whole ‘place of my own purchase’ and a few empties & favourite nail varnish remover thrown in for fun!

Burberry Body Eau De Perfum – click here!

Cutex Nourishing Nail Varnish Remover – Had to put a link to Superdrug in as Boots link was broken (boo!) – click here!

Any comments welcome.


Vlog | Hi Everyone - quick catch-up including a few Empties

Brunch at Yumchaa - Cat Woods Instagram

Brunch at Yumchaa - Cat Woods Instagram


Brunch at Yumchaa - Cat Woods Instagram

Fashion - Colour Block

There’s nothing better than colour ready for the Spring!

And what better way to wear colour this season than through Colour Block items.

Some more sensible than others, whereas others may just send your eyes a little doolally!

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

TopShop – Wal G Block Colour Dress | TopShop – Colour Block Stripe Tube Skirt | Dorothy Perkins – Colour Block Dress | Dorothy Perkins – Grey Colour Block Jumper | New Look – Colour Block T-Shirt Tunic | New Look – Only Colour Block Stripe T-Shirt | House Of Fraser – Ted Baker Petrus Colour Block Maxi Skirt | House Of Fraser – Planet Colour Block Knitted Dress | House Of Fraser – Pied A Terre Colour Block Dress


Fashion - Colour Block

Monday 18 February 2013

Twitter - Burger King Profile Hacked?

So today Burger King’s twitter account was taken over and since been suspended. Their logo was replaced for the infamous MacDonald’s Golden Arches and many slanderous tweets made.

At the moment the profile has been locked down leaving behind the golden arches and description for it’s 109.7k followers – a figure that’s been increasingly steadily throughout the day I hasten to add!

So is this a cleverly executed campaign or were they really hacked?! I’m sure a press release will be out soon!

In the meantime check out their profile and these images below:-

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Twitter - Burger King Profile Hacked?

Fashion - Butterfly

If there’s one thing that I’m loving at the moment it’s Butterflies.

In my home there are popping up everywhere – bed sheets, make-up brush holder, necklaces and earrings.

So I thought what better than to showcase some clothing that features this beautiful creature.

Schuh – Mel Sugar Sandals | Sainsburys – TU Butterfly Belt | New Look – Yumi Grey Butterfly Print Button Back Top | New Look – Shell Print Oversize Butterfly Print T-Shirt | Lipsy – Butterfly Wing Drop Earrings | Miss Selfridge – Grey Butterfly Brief | Dorothy Perkins – Turquoise Butterfly Tee | Dorothy Perkins – Lilac Butterfly Print Umbrella | Dorothy Perkins – Butterfly Print Dress


Fashion - Butterfly

One for the haters! - Cat Woods Instagram

One for the haters! - Cat Woods Instagram


One for the haters! - Cat Woods Instagram

Saturday 16 February 2013

Veg and pollock pasanda curry 14PP - Cat Woods Instagram

Veg and pollock pasanda curry 14PP - Cat Woods Instagram


Veg and pollock pasanda curry 14PP - Cat Woods Instagram

Fashion - Creepers

For those not in the know this is not some new US TV series these are a style of footwear!

For those who grew up in the 80s, think back to the days of Kickers and KangaROOS with the leather tag dangling off the laces.. Now mix this up with 70s platforms and ta-da … you have yourself a pair of Creepers!

I’m almost certain these are a fad fashion, no sooner have they come in and ‘everyone’ has a pair they’ll be ‘out’ again. What do you think fad that will fail or craze that won’t be a phase?

Debenhams – Black Rocketdog Patent Lace Up Creeper Ankle Boots | Debenhams – Strawberry Red Zip Trim Creeper Style Shoes | Debenhams – Black Truffle Lace Up High Platform Wedge Creepers | Schuh – Iron Fist Zombie Stomper Creeper Flats | Schuh – Bronx Fallon Brothel Creeper Flats | Schuh – Creep Platform Lo Flats | Schuh – Underground Creeper Double Flats | Schuh – Bronx Fallon Brothel Creeper Studs Flats | Schuh – Underground Creeper Wedge High Heels


Fashion - Creepers

Friday 15 February 2013

Fashion - Polka Dots

Are you dotty about dots? Then you’ll love what’s available for you when it comes to polka dots!

From umbrellas to ponchos, bikinis to skater dresses …

[*sings* itsy bitsy teenie weeny yellow polka dot bikini]

You can in fact dress from head to toe, under clothes to over clothes covered in polka dots! It’s just fab!

River Island – Navy Polka Dot Contrast Panel Skater Dress | River Island – Blue Polka Dot Platform Sandals | River Island – Grey Polka Dot Print Hooded Rain Poncho | River Island – Cream Polka Dot Umbrella | TopShop – Moonspoon Buffalo Platforms |  TopShop – Knitted Spot Sweat | TopShop – Spot Stretch Crop Tee | TopShop – Petite Polka Dot Skater Dress | TopShop – Moto Spot Swing Denim Skirt


Fashion - Polka Dots

Wednesday 13 February 2013

Monthly Subscription Boxes

The first subscription box I discovered was Graze around 3 years ago. Since then I’ve had Glossy Box, the infamous beauty box.

But … there are so many more and not just the beauty boxes. Below are a selection of what’s out there – most of these are UK however some are just US so check out the links and brief summaries below to find out more.

I’m really hoping the Stride Box comes over to the UK at that looks pretty cool.

Amarya

Selection of the UK’s best natural and organic beauty products.

£10 per month + £2.50 p&p

Latest In Beauty

Not quite a monthly subscription but gives you the ability to purchase sample trial size products in an aim to try before you buy the full-size product.

Does require you to create an account but products range from £1 to £15.50 + £2.95 p&p

Glossy Box

Five deluxe beauty miniatures each month – content and theme of each month remains a surprise.

£10 per month + £2.95 p&p

Birch Box (previously Jolie Box)

Receive samples of the best beauty and lifestyle products. And learn tips and tricks from the experts.

£10 per month + £2.95

Scrubbox

One for the men! In essence to save ‘wasting time shopping for mundane items like toiletries’. Check out the different package options available.

From £7.99 to £26.99 per box

The Homegrown Collective *US ONLY*

Seasonally appropriate, professionally curated products for living a more self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle.

$39 per month + £9 p&p

Graze Box 

The plans are completely flexible, you decide the frequency of your boxes – once a fortnight, once a week, twice a week. You can choose between nibblebox or nutritionbox. Be sure you google Graze Box as they always have special offers available.

£3.89 per box

DeluxeBite

A simple way to discover and taste five amazing products each month from the very best gourmet food producers.

£20 per month + FREE p&p

Bean And Ground

Freshly roast coffee ready for you to brew and enjoy. Choose between whole bean or pre ground. You’ll receive 250 grams of two different coffees – that’s enough for 25 cups of coffee each month!

£9 per month + FREE p&p

Tea Horse

You;ll receive four different teas each month – 4 x 15g or 20g packs of loose tea. That’s enough to make 10 cups of each tea. Plus, 40 tea filters and a little information booklet.

£11.95 per month + FREE p&p

Umba Box *UK ONLY*

Curated box of handmade goods. So this could be jewellery, accessories, stationary or bath products. Plus a little story booklet about the artist who made each product.

$25 per month + $5 p&p

Not Another Bill

A carefully curated and beautifully wrapped surprise present. It’s a complete surprise each month but it will certainly be exclusive and unique. Past presents include Pocket Sundial, Scarves, Hand Printed Letter Press card, Jewellery. From brands such as Tatty Devine, Scarf-Shop.com, Beauchamps of London, OhhDeer.com, Studio Fludd, Foldingmaps.com to name just a few!

£17.50 per month (includes delivery)

Ink Drops

A box of gorgeous stationery containing a selection of well crafted cards, papers, notelets, ribbon, washi tape and other things to make your handwritten correspondence stand out.

£11.95 per month + p&p

Crafty Creatives

Each month you’ll receive a box of wonderful craft goodies, including a craft kis and other craft samples.

£10 per month + £2.95 p&p

Toucan Box

Once for the kids! This is a box of arts and crats activities aimed at 3 to 6 (and older!). Each month there’s a different theme with four projects and a book. Included are instructions and all the materials you need for a themed exploration into the world of creativity.

£16.95 per month + FREE p&p

Stride Box *US ONLY*

A curated assortment of 6-8 running accessories, nutritional products and apparel.

$15 per month + US FREE p&p / Canada $5 p&p


Monthly Subscription Boxes