Review | My Little Box November 2016

For November, My Little Box are whisking us off to dreamland!
Sweet dreams baby...

Review | My Little Box October 2016

"Start spreading the news, I'm leaving today. I want to be apart of it, New York, New York!"

Across the pond lies the fabulous getaway, New York. Manhattan gets all the attention, but let's be honest, the real magic lies within Brooklyn.
Filled with charming cafes, indie boutiques, artisanal coffee shops and that famous red brick walls. Just add in their creative, cool hipsters and you it's easy to tell why My Little Box has grown rather fond of Brooklyn. So fond in fact, they've dedicated October's box to them!

Review | My Little Box September 2016

This month My Little Box have gone back to their roots with all things Parisian!
September is the fashion month, and in honour of that MLB have teamed up with designer, Claudie Pierlot and blogger, Freddy Cousin-Brown (www.freddymylove.co.uk) to you a box full carefree and captivating French goodies!

Eat Smart.

Yesterday, I hopped on a train to Brighton to meet Niomi Smart.
Youtuber, blogger and now a proud owner of  her very own recipe book, Niomi is currently in the middle of a book signing tour for Eat Smart.
Full of plant-based recipes, Eat Smart has a simply gorgeous layout and design, is very easy to read and therefore, easy to make recipes. Inside she explains more about certain foods, what they are good for and why you need them in your diet.

I was going to buy her book anyway, so when she announced the book tour, I figured it would be a fun afternoon in Brighton -which, as you all know by now, is one of my favourite places.
Niomi was so lovely, even if I didn't get long to chat with her. She is absolutely beautiful and is literally glowing with positivity and health.
When she discusses health and fitness, it's easy to be encouraged to get your butt in gear and make better decisions regarding food.

If you're interested, tickets for Niomi's book tour can be purchased here.

Much love.

♥

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Listening to: Black Foxxes- River.

Review | My Little Box August 2016

Where would we be without best friends?
There'd be cringey mirror selfies, no ridiculous inside jokes, no one to make dumb decisions with, no laughing until you're crying, no one to lean on when life gets tough, and no one to support when adulthood gets real.

Girl Friends. I think we often take those real female friends for granted a lot. August's My Little Box is all about us girls supporting each other, how we work well together and how, when we stand together, can help one another achieve our dreams. Let's celebrate girl power!

Review | My Little Box July 2016

When summer rolls around, what's the one craze you always see? Easy. Coconuts.
Year after year you smell that gorgeous exotic scent. Whether it's in your sun cream or beauty products, it's undeniably there.
Recently, however, the craze has gone year round. Coconuts are multi-functional. Incredible for your skin, hair, health and even your food.
These tropical guys are versatile and all kinds of glorious. Which is why My Little Box have dedicated a whole box to them.

Review | My Little Box June 2016

Sandy feet, wavy hair. Suncream and BBQ in the air, midnight swims and skinny dipping. Cocktails, mocktails and fruity fun. Festivals, music and dancing all round. Surfing, swimming and Skateboarding. Bare feet, tanned skin. Bikinis, sandals, sunglasses galore! 

What does your summer look like?

Cause mine and My Little Box's looks a little like this...

Review | My Little Box May 2016

My Little Box are taking us on Summer roadtrip down to the dreamy, beautiful, sun-soaked Italy!
This month, we join them on a journey through the maze of stylish streets of Rome.
Want to join us, then just click read more!

Review | My Little Box April 2016

My Little Box has jumped straight into Spring with their April box. This months flower theme comes in a book-style box which is a really neat little touch. Filled to the brim with gorgeous goodies, lets go!

Review | My Little Box March 2016

So last months My Little Box was a little disappointing to say the least...
This month though, OH ITS GOOD!
England apparently didn't get the message that March means Spring (seriously its freaking freezing!) but MLB did!!!
Enter the Bubble Box!

Review | My Little Box February 2016

Apologies for this being slightly later than usual. If you read my last post or follow me on instagram, you'll know I've been travelling around the Caribbean this month.

For February, My Little Box went with a home theme. Now, I don't like giving these guys bad reviews, but unfortunately, this months box is a little underwhelming...

Review | My Little Box January 2016

January is the month where we all make resolutions, changes and dreams to accomplish over the next twelve months.
My Little Box is embracing all of that for this months box with their Wish Box.

Ones To Watch 2016 | Part 2

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Bonfires are quite a recent find for me. The 4-piece are an alternative rock band from Chicago, Illnois, and formed in early 2014. They've stated that the band was an escape from their everyday lives, but also wish to write songs others can relate too. So far they've got three EP's under their belt, but they've already pushed their boundaries and shown they're serious contenders in the rock world.
This year will see them playing SXSW festival, touring and putting together their first full length.
there is endless potential for Bonfires and I'm excited to what's in store for them.

For Fans Of: Hit The Lights, Handguns, Tonight Alive, State Champs.
Personal Favourites: Slow Collapse, Nothing To Hold, Under The Water Tower.

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A few years back, Jack Savoretti quit music, thinking that was his run and he should get a proper job. 

Fast forward to 2015: four full length albums, sold out headline tours and a slot at Glastonbury.

At 32, this Italian-English singer-songwriter has a calming voice which blends perfectly with his acoustic guitar. I think you'll find him hard not to like!

For Fans Of: Paulo Nutini, Ed Sheeran, Ray LaMontagne

Personal Favourites: Written In Scars, Home, Sweet Hurt.

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Swedish singer, Tove Lo has written for just about everyone, from Lorde and Girls Aloud to Hilary Duff and Ellie Goulding. In 2014 she was offered her own record deal and hasn't looked back.

Her music is unfussy, simple and electric. She writes of self-destructive moments, past relationships and mistakes. She adds her dark, complex and blunt lyrics, to whimsical dance beats, and creates an absolute storm on her debut album "Queen Of The Clouds." 

I already know my summer is going to be filled with dancing along to this one.

For Fans Of: Charli XCX, Foxes, Icona Pop.

Personal Favourites: Talking Body, Habits, Out Of My Mind.

Hope you all liked this years "ones to watch"
Let me know what music you're looking forward to this year!
Much love.

♥

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Listening to: Counterfeit- Letter To The Lost.

Ones To Watch 2016 | Part 1

Ahhh, the annual round up of who I think should be on your radar this year.

You're welcome ;)

Please note that none of the photos are mine but have been edited by me.

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I discovered these guys through a NME article not too long ago. Their name came above a headline of, "combine dark grunge with sticky, sweet Americana." So naturally I listened and of course I was hooked from the word go.

Hailing in from Brighton, this four piece have been very secretive regarding the visual aspect. No photoshoots or music videos. The single artwork was the only visual they provided- a plan to keep the focus on the music.

Singer Izzy B Phillips has voice to rival Debbie Harry's. Her heavy but sultry 90's drawl compliments the beautifully hypnotic music.

2016's calendar so far holds festival slots, album plans and touring Europe. Look out for Black Honey- they're going to be huge.

Personal Favourites: Madonna, Teenager, Bloodlust.

For Fans Of: Wolf Alice, Swim Deep, Sundara Karma.

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Of course, it wouldn't be my list without a couple of pop punk bands included. First up from that genre- Boymeetsworld!

These Ohio lads had a pretty good 2015. With a slot on the Vans Warped Tour and an album to name a couple. 

These guys through it back to the original pop punk style, with a satisfying mix of melodies, hooks and chants the crowds will love. 

BMW formed in 2012 and there's a reason why their fanbase is rapidly growing.

Personal Favourites:Feel It In The Air, Girl In Front, Right Where We Belong.

For Fans Of: ROAM, As It Is, New Found Glory.

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Most people will know Jamie Campbell Bower from his roles in Harry Potter or Sweeney Todd. 

I personally was also a big fan of his previous band, The Darling Buds. Counterfeit won my heart just as quickly.

Despite forming recently and with only a few songs released so far, these guys are making big waves.

Jamie's voice has the perfect blend of angry and sultry mixed in with classic rock. Add in the heavy drums and glassy guitars, by Roland Johnson and Tristan Marmot respectively, and you've got a raw, uncensored, modern take on the punk genre.

I'm also getting some Nirvana vibes.

Hopefully 2016 will see the release of an album and a full nationwide tour from this trio.

Personal Favourites: Family Suicide, Come Get Some, Letter To The Lost.

For Fans Of: Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes, Beartooth.

Come back on Sunday for the last three!

Much love.

♥

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Listening to: Our Last Night- Road To The Throne.

Review | My Little Box December 2015

December is the magical month of the year.
Whether you're dancing the night away, eating more than you ever would the rest of year, walking along a very very cold beach, or just spending time with the family at home, My Little Box has covered!
This month is full sparkilly goodness to see into 2016!

And as an extra special gift, in-house artist, Kanako, has made the magic box come to life!
Just download the My Little Magic App onto your phone and sit back and watch box's figures dance, spin and sparkle!

Top 10 Albums Of 2015.

I've been slacking a little in terms of music/cd reviews this year. So to make up for it, I thought it would be fun to do a list of my top ten albums released this year.

This isn't in any particular order- I would literally be here forever trying to do decide otherwise!

All photos have been found on google images.

So, lets get right on...

Review | My Little Box November 2015

On last months My Little Box review, I noted multiple times how disappointed I was with it's content. This month is totally different.
My Little Sweet Box contains lots of lovely creations to be used in the kitchen.

Firstly, I just want to point that this months box is actually a tin. I thought this was a really nice little touch (usually they're made out of a very thick card) It means you will be able to use it to store cupcakes, cookies, or even any baking tools etc.

Review | My Little Box October 2015

For October, My Little Box have teamed up with Pinterest!
This months box is all about being creative and having fun! Although, I was actually pretty disappointed with this months products. You'll see why below...

Review | My Little Box September 2015

Can you believe it's been a whole year since My Little Box started delivering to the UK?!
Time flies. And MLB have definitely not lost any of my love.
Throwback to my first ever review for them!
My first review was full of me being nervous and excited (I had never really done any reviews as in-depth as that) I took a long time writing that post, and since then I've always been so excited for MLB to arrive. Not just because they are constantly filled with beautiful items, but also, I really enjoy writing these blog posts.

Last September's box was an introduction to French beauty box and all things Parisian.  This year, MLB have taken inspiration from the fashion world.
Obviously, September is the time of the year when some of the most famous cities play host to beautiful clothes, miles of catwalks and fashion darlings have an absolute ball.
Oh yes, Fashion Weeks.

Review | My Little Box August 2015

My Little Box Tiiiiime!!

For August, MLB have carried on with last month's summer roadtrip theme. Teaming up with Antik Batik, to bring you a box filled with bohemian goodies! Let's go!!