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● Laura Thornberry ● Lifestyle Blogger ● London Based ●

When it comes to fragrances, I like a lot of different scents. For me personally, celebrity fragrances can be quite hit and miss, I've tried a few before and been quite disappointed but this time Nicki Minaj got it oh so right! 

"Through a sultry and glamorous statement that raises the bar, Nicki redefines reality with a wink of playfulness. With a nod to her vibrant and animated personality. The striking bottle makes a glamorous statement, enticing fans to collect the next, must-have "doll" in the Nicki Minaj collection of fragrances. Minajesty sultry,floral gourmand scent reigns with luscious fruits and luxurious fresh florals, draped in creamy vanilla and pure musk."
Nicki Minaj 'Minajesty' Perfume

Minajesty is a very sweet and fruity but subtly floral, which combines to make a really lovely, light, fresh perfume. With notes of lemon and berries, mixed with vanilla and musk, and a light floral scent, this perfume is a winner for me. At first, the scent is a little strong, lots of fruity, sweet notes,  but once settled, it dies down to a lovely scent that can be used for daytime or evening wear. I find that the perfume is very long-wearing and lingers on the skin all day long, which is great as you wont need to top up.  It's a really great scent for the spring/summer time as it has such a light and fresh scent to it. The bottle is absolutely stunning. Its very bold, quirky and interesting to look at, I wouldn't imagine anything less from Nicki, making a great statement bottle to have in your collection.

Have you tried Minajesty before? Have you tried any Nicki Minaj perfumes before?
What are your favourite celebrity fragrances?
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When it comes to bath and body products, I'm a huge fan of what The Body Shop has to offer, and especially a lover of the seasonal goodies they bring out each year. With 2015 being no exception. The Body Shop have 3 ranges this year to choose from and they all sound equally as delicious!
Body Shop Shower Gels
 Frosted Cranberry - from the forests of  North America
"This traditional seasonal fragrance is a fruity boost for your skin with notes of fresh cranberry and pomegranate."
Glazed Apple - from the Italian Alps
"A sweet treat for your skin with the fragrance of green apple sweetened by candy-like notes and vanilla"
Frosted Plum - from the orchards of Turkey
"This special edition fruity range is a sophisticated, irresistible skin indulgence, with an elegant blend of magnolia, peony and ripe plum notes."

I knew I wanted to try some of the festive ranges they have in-store and online, but with a beauty stash overflowing, I wanted to pick out some bits that I knew I would definitely use up, which is why I picked up the festive shower gels. I have used shower gels from The Body Shop previously, my favourite being the Wild Argan Oil Shower Gel. I find that the shower gels lather really well, they smell lovely and leave your skin feeling soft, smooth and hydrated. From smelling the ones I picked up in a recent order, I can't wait to use them!

Have you tried any products from the Christmas range at The Body Shop? Which are your favourite products?
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Lace Up Ankle Boots
When it comes to footwear, I'm 100% a trainers girl. I like to feel comfortable and secure in shoes, knowing that I have to wear them all day, I want something that's not going to cause me any pain or problems. However, as its getting towards party season and I felt like I needed to add a new pair of shoes into my collection that are more of a smart/casual option. I had been browsing online for a number of weeks looking for the perfect pair of boots. Enter my new Faux Suede Black Lace Up Ankle Boots! I knew these would be versatile with different outfit options, affordable and comfortable. I love that these boots have a chunky block heel, which means they would be practical for daytime and evening wear, as they are super comfortable. They also feature a slight pointed toe, lace up cut out detail and a zip fastening, making them super flattering and chic. These ankle boots would look great with jeans, skirts, shorts and dresses, and I think they are a great piece to make an outfit look more smart and sophisticated. 

I purchased these from EBAY for £19.99 + £3.99 p&p, which I thought was a bargain, as they look so much more expensive and definitely something you would never have guessed I ordered from Ebay! These boots are available in black, khaki and tan.

Are you loving lace up shoes? What shoes are on your wishlists? Have you bought shoes from Ebay before?
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When it comes to cooking, sometimes I want something that's quick to prepare, easy to make and tasty, and I think a simple salad is the way forward. There are so many combinations and ingredients you can use to make a lovely lunchtime salad, the possibilities are simply endless. I wanted to create something that was a light snack but also very filling, which is why I chose to use Halloumi cheese, as its very tasty and a great source of protein.
halloumi salad
halloumi salad
You will need:
3 Thick Slices of Halloumi Cheese
A Handful of Mixed Salad Leaves
Pitted Green Olives (Mine are Basil and Garlic ones from my Graze Box)
5 Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
Cucumber Slices
Feta Cheese

Method:
Prepare your salad base. For this I used a bag of mixed salad leaves.
Slice your cherry tomatoes in half.
Slice your cucumber.
Add your olives
Crumble over some feta cheese.
Heat your frying pan on a medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Slice Halloumi into large (1cm) slices and season with salt and pepper.
Fry for a couple of minutes on each side until golden brown.
Place on top of your salad, drizzle over some olive oil or dressing, and enjoy!

What are your favourite salad ingredients?

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If a product includes scents of fresh mint and zesty lime, it's a winner to me and The Body Shops Virgin Mojito range is just beautiful. It's a range I had been wanting to get my hands on for a while, my beauty stash is nearly overflowing with the amounts of body butters and creams and shower gels I currently own, but I'm so happy to have snapped up a few products, as well as a 30% discount, I'd advise you to get your hands on these products before they goes, as its limited edition. *sad face*
First up is the Virgin Mojito Body Sorbet. The perfect wake up product to use in the shower. As said before, the scent is so fresh and crisp, I absolutely adore it. The body sorbet feels so silky and smooth on the skin, absorbs quickly and it leaves you feeling lightly moisturised and refreshed. A perfect pick me up for those early mornings, and leaves you smelling like an exotic island.

The Virgin Mojito Body Scrub is another lovely shower/bath product that I have really enjoyed using. From the first use, I was hooked on this stuff. The scrub exfoliates the skin gently, lifts away dead skin cells and leaves your skin silky smooth. This is such a refreshing scrub with a great scent that lingers on the skin and leaves it refreshed and healthy looking.

Lastly, Virgin Mojito Body Butter, possibly my favourite product out of the three. The body butter is so smooth and silky with a lightweight texture, and upon application it sinks into the skin so quickly. It's perfect for those times you need some added hydration and moisture, especially in the cold winter months. The scent is so fresh and strong, it is what I would describe like summer in a pot. If I advised you to pick up one thing from the range, the body butter would be the one!

Have you tried any products from the Virgin Mojito range at The Body Shop? What is your favourite range or products?
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