JAEGER AND BATH IN FASHION // MAMA STYLE

As part of Bath in Fashion 2015 I was invited along to a wonderful blogging event hosted by Jaeger last Sunday and it was such a treat. Being a busy mama, it's super rare to take time off at the weekend to be pampered and indulge in a little me time as this is always dedicated Family time, but when I saw Jaeger's Spring/Summer collection I knew I couldn't miss out.

Grabbing my daily caffeine fix, I rushed onto the platform on Sunday to meet my pal Fritha who had also been invited to attend, and shared the train with hoards of football fans who were heading to Wembley before stepping off into the picturesque city of Bath.

Our first post of call was No.3 Hairdressing where we met up were treated to a blow-dry and styling while chatting away with some of the other fab bloggers who attended. I'm not a girly girl but I do love a trip to the hairdressers, chatting and relaxing while someone makes my mop look good rather than the usual I forgot to comb it look I tend to rock now I'm a mama.

Once we were looking fab we headed over to Hall & Woodhouse for a bite to eat and to chat network over a cheeky glass of wine and delicious food. I went for the Halloumi and falafel burger without the bun and it was yummy! If you haven't visited before I would definitely recommend it, the interior is simultaneously eclectic and grand, and there is a beautiful central spiral staircase winding it's way up to the top floor. 

I haven't been in Bath's House of Fraser store known as Jolly's, for a while so it was great to head to the Jaeger's concession department and see the refurbishment. I loved the huge mirror and slate grey walls which really made the S/S15 colour pop. Jaeger is sponsoring Bath in Fashion 2015 by hosting six bespoke events called 'Conversations of Style' throughout the week, and as part of that we were challenged to create an outfit based on the top trends for this season: Monochrome, Seventies chic, Safari styling, Life in Colour, Bold Blooms, Bewitching Denims and New Pastels. I immediately thought I would gravitate to my favourite Monochrome but I found this coral dress and was smitten, so teamed it with a belt and navy jacket.

All the ladies looked great in their outfits and although Jaeger is certainly more a high end price range there are a few pieces in the £40-£60 range making it accessible to most. I found that the sizes were rather generous which means I could fit into a size smaller than I would normally – always a nice ego boost ;) and I loved the quality of the clothes.

After styling our outfits in the private dressing suite and enjoying some macaroons, we were given a goodie bag from Jaeger and Lancome – which included a tester of Vissionaire Corrector which I've been using at home and have adding to my must have daily beauty list – before saying our farewells and heading back to my little family.

*I would like to thank Jaeger for asking me to attend their blogging event. All words & opinions are 100% my own.  

CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY

Even though we are in the midst of a balmy summer with nothing but alfresco lunches and soaking up the sun in mind, it seems that someone in our household is making a mental note of the holiday season to come. F has realised the association of toys and Christmas, and he's getting in his orders thick and fast, so when I received an invite to attend the Argos Christmas Party and take a peek at all the wonderful things wrapped under the tree how could I refuse. This post is a bit pic heavy so click to read more

NEXT HOME & GARDEN EVENT AND SUPER SLEEP ADVICE

Last week we were invited along to the Next Home and Garden store at Cribbs Causeway Bristol, the first of its type to be launched in the UK, with the promise of a sleep expert and a world of super comfy bed options. We jumped at the chance hoping to gain insight into a more restful nights sleep and headed over to the first Next Bedshop, allowing customers to browse the largest range of bed and mattresses on offer in any Next store.

In typical style we were running late and arrived slightly soggy from the rain, but thankfully we were greeted with a hot drink and got cosy on a pocket sprung mattress ready to be filled with the secrets of sleep from author Sammy Margo of The Good Sleep Guide. F and Wilf played on the floor with their cars as I listened to the do's and don'ts checklist, making a mental note that literally everything in our room was aiding and abetting total sleep fail, and consequently adding to the designer black bags I've got going on under these eyes of mine. So here is some advice from the expert:

A WEEKEND OF BLOGTACULAR FUN

Friday has rolled around pretty quick this week, what with the Bank Holiday, pre-school and blogging events soaking up my time, but the main reason has to be the excitement of what Friday has in store. Today I'm heading to the big smoke, that's right London town, for my very first blogging conference where I will be meeting up with some of the lovely peeps I have come to know as friends through this little thing called the internet.

Blogtacular brings together some of the hottest talent from the online world with inspirational thinkers and amazing speakers talking about all things blogging, from styling to taking the next step as a business. It's a place for people who create vibrant and original content to discuss their work, fill their minds with new ideas and collaborate with fellow bloggers. I can't wait to take it all in and put it into practise. There'll be time for some evening fun and cocktails too and maybe a bit of art thrown into the mix.

I've already got my mama style picked out for tomorrow's meet up, so if any fellow bloggers want to come and say hi then I'll be channeling this look. I hope you all have a fun and inspiring weekend. x

EVENT // COOL KIDS BOOK CLUB

It's no big secret that we love to read. Books are our thing, especially kids books...and coffee. So what better way to combine these great loves then to host a cool kids book club, where like minded mamas and babes – dads too – can come and share their favourite kids books, swap ideas and grab a coffee in the process.

Come and join us at Foyles Bookshop in Cabot Circus, Bristol on Wednesday 18th December at 10.30am. You'll find us in the children's department at the back of the shop on the ground floor. Your kiddo's can have fun discovering new reads before heading upstairs to the cafe where parents can meet, chat and make friends.

Come along to Foyles, 6 Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, Bristol BS1 3BU, we hope to see you there x