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AD - GIFTED | Putting together a stocking for your friends/girlfriend, your sisters or female relatives shouldn't be a hard task as there are endless possibilities as to what to include. As seen in my Men's Gift Guide for this year, I chose 5 items to include in that. However, for my Women's version, narrowing it down to 5 was simply impossible! So I've chosen 6 gifts that I think would make great stocking fillers for any woman in your life.

Gift 1 - Chocolate

The first stocking filler is obviously a box of chocolates. Who doesn't love receiving chocolate? Such a classic gift that is just an essential, there are so many varieties and flavours to choose from, but you can't go wrong with a box of Cadburys Buttons.

Gift 2 - Body Scrubs

Next up is a beauty product that is absolutely perfect for this time of year. Say goodbye to dry, winter skin, instead keep it super soft and silky with this gorgeous scrub. A yummy blend of oozy salted caramel and rich, nutty macadamia oil is the perfect combination for super soft skin.

Women's Stocking Fillers Gift Guide 2019

Gift 3 - Face Masks

Who doesn't love a good face mask? Dry skin? Oily skin? Dull skin? You name it, there is a face mask out there to help combat your skin worries, and have you glowing in no time. I picked up this 7th Heaven Assorted Face Mask 5 Pack, that comes with a great variety to test out, including mud, clay, peel-off and sauna masks.

Gift 4 - Reed Diffuser

Another stocking filler that would be great for anyone is a reed diffuser. They come in such an array of scents and fragrances, that there is definitely one to suit everyone. I picked up the Winter Spice from Primark Home, and it's the perfect scent to make your home smell cosy and Christmassy! An absolute steal at just £1.50.

Gift 5 - Lavera Body Care Duo*

If you don't receive some kind of bath or body care product in your stocking, is it really Christmas? I've picked out this gorgeous gift set from Lavera which includes a body wash and body lotion sweetly scented with organic plum and vanilla - the perfect festive scents!

Gift 6 - Christmas Jigsaw Puzzle

Isn't a jigsaw so nostalgic of Christmas? It's a great way to get everyone together, have fun and spend some quality time with your friends and family. I picked this Santa jigsaw up from The Works for just £3!

What stocking fillers are you giving the girls in your life this Christmas?

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AD| Have you ever been stuck with choosing the perfect venue for special occasions and parties in London, but unsure of where to look? With so many cool party venues in the capital to choose from, it can be hard to know where to begin. A city that boasts such a multicultural and buzzing atmosphere, London is the perfect destination for the next big party or event in your diary. No other city on the planet matches London for its wealth of culture and rich heritage. London is home to a variety of restaurants, bars and venues, perfect for any budget and occasion that suits your needs.

If you're on the hunt for somewhere to book your next Christmas or New Year party, or an upcoming occasion in your calendar, then I would suggest looking online for some amazing venues and bars. The squaremeal site is a great place to find lots of different party venues, meeting venues, eateries, wedding venues. Some benefits of booking restaurants through square meal include great money saving deals, special offers and rewards. With over 7,000 London and UK restaurants and bars, whatever you needs, you'll find it on squaremeal!

I've chosen a few of my favourite London venues that I think would be the most incredible places to hold a party, whatever the occasion - birthday night out, wedding reception or your annual work function, these venues are sure to be a favourite with everyone! Whether you opt for the cool and quirky vibes Shoreditch has to offer, the affluent area of Mayfair, a real escape from the city in Greenwich, the neon-lit streets of Soho or the dynamic, culturally diverse area of Brixton, there will be the perfect party venue depending on the vibe of the occasion.

Somerset House - a unique venue that promises to add the wow-factor to any party. Set on the south side of the Strand, Somerset House is beautiful and iconic - the perfect combination to make it one very cool party venue. Overlooking the River Thames, this party venue is perfect for seeing the picturesque views London has to offer, and capturing the perfect memories for your special occasions.

Under The Bridge - home to Chelsea FC’s multi million-pound live music venue, UTB is the perfect spot for your stylish blowout parties and celebrations. With all lighting and production equipment, two large bars, a dance floor, relaxing booths and VIP areas, it has everything you could want for a party to remember and the perfect venue to celebrate in style!

Tropicana Beach Club - bringing a tropical paradise to London for you. With a ‘lagoon pool’ style dance floor surrounded by beach cabanas, party booths and vibrant decorations, think tropical birds and exotic flowers. You'll start to feel as though you're in an exotic destination, not even London any more. Who needs a Caribbean holiday, when you can have the Tropicana Beach Club as your next party venue!

Where are your favourite places in London to host parties? Have you visited the squaremeal website before?

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It's that time of the year where we start browsing for gifts for our friends and family, and realising some people are harder to buy for than others. For me, I have three brothers, and finding gifts that will suit each of them is extremely difficult! However, I've managed to find five gifts from the high street that I think would make great stocking fillers for the men in your life.

Gift 1 - Novelty Socks

Socks can definitely be that present men really hate and it can seem quite boring receiving them at Christmas, but in all honesty, they are definitely an essential gift for any man. It's something you wear everyday, so it's something practical that will come in handy. There's nothing wrong with just getting some basic socks as gifts, but I've chosen some novelty pairs from H&M to make the gift of receiving socks from Christmas a little bit funnier. My personal favourite is the cute Christmassy avocado pair!

Gift 2 - The Emoji Game

Something to get stuck into and lift the mood is fun party game for the whole family. After all the presents have been opened and you're waiting to tuck into Christmas Dinner, The Emoji Game would be a super cool gift to keep the festive cheer going all day long. The emoji card game is all about collecting a complete set of five emoji cards in your hand. Use the action cards to swap emojis, pick on opponents and attempt to win the hilarious all-play competitions! I picked this game up from Boots.

Gift 3 - 2020 Diary

Thirdly, a brand new diary is the perfect way to help the men in your life get organised and ready for the new year ahead. This simple, yet sleek designed diary is something I picked up from The Works for a super affordable price of just £1.50, so if you're only a tight budget, this could be a great gift! You could also take it that extra step further and write some notes or events for specific dates that they can look forward to in the future.

Gift 4 - Chocolate

If there is ANY gift that should be included in a Christmas stocking, it's definitely Chocolate! There are so many varieties out there, that there is something for everyone. I picked up these two blocks of chocolate from ALDI, and they look so luxurious and delicious, and only cost £1.65 each! Absolute bargain and they come in a variety of flavours.

Men's High Street Stocking Fillers Gift Guide 2019

Gift 5 - Brain Maze Puzzle Ball

Lastly, I had to include something super tricky and perfect to keep the guys quiet on Christmas morning - A puzzle ball! I picked this brain maze from The Works for just £5. They had such a variety of puzzles, it was hard to choose just one, but with a difficulty level of 4/5, I'm sure this will keep them focused and occupied all day long!

What stocking fillers will you be getting the men in your life this Christmas?

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AD - GIFTED | When it comes to online shopping and styling outfits, I always pick pieces that I know I will be comfortable in, but still look cute and like I made an effort. Whilst browsing the Femme Luxe website, I managed to find 4 items of clothing that I would wear for when I need a casual and comfortable outfit for the day ahead. I've chosen pieces that I feel are must-have wardrobe essentials, that would suit all sizes and shapes.

Whether you're lounging about at home, popping to the shop, out with the girls or even heading to the airport, I think I've put together 4 super casual yet super stylish outfits.

Black Digits Printed Slogan Oversized T-Shirt Dress - Adele*

Everyone loves a good T Shirt Dress. They are the perfect outfit go-to when you don't really know what to wear. Dressed up with heels. Dressed down with trainers. It's the perfect centrepiece for any casual and comfortable outfit. Pair with some simple accessories and you're good to go. I've opted to add a belt to help add some shape to the outfit and really cinch it in towards my waist, as without it I think it's slightly too baggy for me and doesn't flatter the body too much. In terms of footwear, I would wear some classic old skool vans to tie in the monochrome colour scheme, which I think just make this look more sporty and stylish. Just a perfect everyday outfit that's super quick and easy, and you still look great.

Black Gold Lip Print Hoodie - Kasia *

I am all about comfort. Sometimes way little too much. I love loungewear; joggers, t-shirts and hoodies are my go-to when I'm chilling at home. An Oversized Hoodie screams 100% comfort. The perfect clothing item for when you want to ditch the tight clothes and just want to be cosy and lounge around the house. Teamed up with some cycle shorts, leggings, joggers or jeans, as well as a good pair of chunky trainers and you have a super casual outfit for when you just need to pop to the shops or even the perfect airport outfit. A great off duty look for the girl that loves comfort over style.

Navy Rolled Sleeves Shirt Dress - Noa*

An item of clothing for that perfect smart casual look is a simple Shirt Dress. Another wardrobe must-have that can also be dressed up or down, and you still look like you made an effort with your outfit choice. Shirt dresses are made for day-to-day dressing, they are so versatile in terms of styling, as they suit all body types, shapes and sizes. I picked out the Navy Shirt Dress which I think is a colour that would suit all skin tones, and is also a very classic and more formal colour. The shirt dress comes with a material belt that helps draw in your waist to help accentuate your figure and really bring you in at your smallest point. I would definitely team this dress with some trainers for a more casual daytime outfit or a pair of heels if you're going out for the night, depending on the look you are going for. It's the perfect dress for your next date night as well. Super cute yet super classy sophisticated.

Khaki Loungewear Tracksuit Set*

Finally, you can't get anymore casual with a simple Loungewear Set. Loungewear is the perfect choice for when you want to be cosy and comfortable at home. A super relaxed slim fit style but still looking cute, what more could you want? I probably wouldn't wear this Femme Luxe set out of the house, I'll just keep it for my pyjama collection. Thrown on with some cute slippers or fluffy sliders and you got the perfect chilling outfit.

Overall, I was really impressed with both the sizing and the quality of the pieces I picked from the Femme Luxe site. I think my favourite outfit would definitely be the Oversized T Shirt Dress. It's probably the easiest and most comfortable outfit I have put together and it still looks like you made a huge effort with your outfit. You can dress it up or dress it down, making it such a versatile piece for your wardrobe, whether you need a daytime or evening outfit.

Have you shopped with Femme Luxe before? Which outfit is your favourite?

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