Let’s Talk About Infertility
I opened up a few months' back on an Instagram post about our own struggles with infertility but after a conversation with a fellow sufferer and reading about the media's wholly unrealistic coverage of later life pregnancies, I realised it's something I've never...
Exploring Skåne, Sweden: Wanås Restaurant Hotel
If there was a way that I could capture the feeling of Wanås Restaurant Hotel - the air, the light, the feeling of complete relaxation - and include that feeling in this post, I would. As it goes, I fear my words will fall flat of just how special this hotel really...
On Fashion Blogs When You’re A Short Curvy 40 Something Latina
So let's talk about fashion... and more importantly, fashion blogs, shall we? I admit of late I have found myself drawn to them, seeking out inspiration for expressing my own style, seeing what kind of layouts I like, what kind of things people talk about and how they...
Makeup Removal & Moisturising: My Nighttime Skincare Routine
Despite the (rather depressing) fact that I am over the age of 40, it is only in the last few months that I've decided to put a proper nighttime skin care routine into place. Of course, I have always been adamant about cleansing and moisturising my skin before bedtime...
10 Things Americans Might Find Strange About the UK
So as I mentioned in this post, by the time you read this, my brother will be visiting me from the States. Of course, I'm incredibly excited, having not seen him for nearly 6 years so a reunion is long overdue. After living in England for the last 16 years, however, I...
5 Beauty Products I’ve Bought Over and Over Again
Ya know how sometimes you just have certain beauty products you keep going back to? Sure, you might be swayed by a particularly convincing salesperson at a beauty counter to try something new or you might have bought something different because it was on sale that day...
Recipe: Gluten-Free Smoked Mackerel and Chorizo Pasta
So you may know that I embarked on a sort of healthy eating plan back in November of 2014. I did the Whole30 twice in the following couple of years and the odd Whole14 here and there in between. For those not familiar with Whole30, it is essentially a 30-day...
Why I’ve Fallen for the Basket Bag Trend
Even as someone who is not THAT into fashion, I've noticed it. A myriad of bloggers with little woven handbags strapped to their sides. The summer may be nearly over but the basket bag was probably the most stand out feature I saw over the warmest months, the perfect...
Introducing LIFE and Why Swoon Worthy Has to Evolve
So long time readers of Swoon Worthy will know that it has always (and will always be) a predominately interiors-driven blog. It has always been about our home, about the trends that have caught my eye, about teaching you guys about good design and how to bring...
3 Gorgeous Summer Iced Tea Cocktails
I do love a good cocktail, especially at the height of summer. In winter, I'm more of a wine girl but once we have a bit of sunshine and warmth, I'm rather partial to heading over to my bar cart and mixing up a batch of whatever takes my fancy. I also have always...
Taking a Little Break! (Just a short one!)
I just wanted to pop by to say I'm going to be taking a little break (just a week!) from the blog. Obviously, my blog is super important to me and I hate to go so long without posting but with friends coming to stay mid-week and another set of friends staying this...
Pet Bed Roundup: 18 Cute Beds You Won’t Mind Leaving Out
As you know, we are a household of pet lovers. With a dog and 2 cats, you can rest assured that we worry about keeping the house relatively tidy and clean and smelling fresh and looking presentable. It's not easy with animals in the house and one of the worst culprits...
A Long Weekend in Aberdaron, Wales
So first off, I must apologise for the radio silence around here. I basically completely misplanned my posts and realised I hadn't told you guys I was going to be away for a few days! Ack! I'm back now, however, and wanted to share a little bit about where I went -...
How I Organise My Makeup Collection
So you may or may not know that while I'm a total geek when it comes to interiors, I'm a bit of a makeup junkie as well. I can talk about getting the perfect flick on your eyeliner or my favourite foundations until the cows come home. That new palette from Anastasia...
Get the Look: A Visit to the Glamorous Refuge Manchester
Manchester, the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, may have once been known for its textile manufacturing and cotton mills. A couple of centuries later, in its place has sprung a city with diverse architecture, a bustling nightlife, creative independent shops,...