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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Women

amomentwithfranca · 9 February 2018 · 6 Comments

I can't believe Valentine's Day is upon us already! It is nice to look out for Valentines because it’s a lovely excuse to be spoilt a little by our loved ones. It isn’t just the day of love but the day of friendship so I would like to share a list of gift ideas below that could … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Women

Filed Under: Valentine's Day, Beauty, Food, Home & Interiors, List, Review, Reviews, Wishlist

Loving My New Hamswan Makeup Mirror & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 23 January 2018 · 83 Comments

UPDATE – I have some FANTASTIC NEWS! Hamswan has kindly given one Makeup Mirror as a GIVEAWAY to a lucky winner. Full details of the Hamswan Makeup Mirror giveaway can be found at the bottom of this post.I have been searching for the best makeup mirror over the past few months, … [Read more...] about Loving My New Hamswan Makeup Mirror & Giveaway

Filed Under: Beauty, Collaborative Posts, Giveaways, Review, Reviews

Loving My Nails & Blow Dry From Live True London

amomentwithfranca · 17 November 2017 · 14 Comments

Who doesn't like to be pampered? I seriously love it! There is nothing better than getting your hair and nails done! The feeling you get after is AMAZING! For us busy mums, getting a day where you are just spoilt a little bit is sometimes well deserved, LOL! You can imagine then, … [Read more...] about Loving My Nails & Blow Dry From Live True London

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KAYA Jewellery Review & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 5 July 2017 · 41 Comments

Who doesn't love jewellery? I certainly love it! It is even more special if it is personalised too. That is why, I was excited when KAYA jewellery asked me to review a piece from their latest collection. The best part is that they are kindly letting me GIVEAWAY a voucher for one … [Read more...] about KAYA Jewellery Review & Giveaway

Filed Under: Beauty, Fashion, Giveaways, Lifestyle, Review, Reviews Tagged With: Jewellery

L’Oreal Paris ‘The Perfect Age Collection’ Review

amomentwithfranca · 23 April 2017 · 186 Comments

I have been using L'Oreal Paris face creams for more than a year now and I'm very happy with them. Previously, I only used Lancome products which are quite expensive so I wanted to find a more affordable alternative. I decided to switch to L'Oreal Paris after a recommendation … [Read more...] about L’Oreal Paris ‘The Perfect Age Collection’ Review

Filed Under: Beauty, Giveaways, Reviews Tagged With: Gift Set, L'Oreal Paris, Re-Hydrating Day Cream

Harley Street Hair Hamper Review

amomentwithfranca · 28 September 2016 · Leave a Comment

I have always had lots of lots of hair which unfortunately has always required a lot of care. My hair is thick and curly so it is important to keep it treated so it is smooth and easier to brush and style. It's funny because when I was young, in my teens my hair was completely … [Read more...] about Harley Street Hair Hamper Review

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January Favourites

amomentwithfranca · 13 February 2016 · 23 Comments

Another month is finished and we are already well into February, so its time to do my January favourites! If you haven't read my previous favourites which were my Christmas Favourites you can check the link here. … [Read more...] about January Favourites

Filed Under: Beauty, Lifestyle, List, Monthly Favourites Tagged With: Anker PowerCore, favourites, Fly London, January, Marula Oil, Mocc ons, Nika K Airbrush, Slipper socks

Marula Oil Review

amomentwithfranca · 22 January 2016 · 1 Comment

I was contacted by John Paul Selects to review their amazing product, Marula Oil. You can get this oil from any Holland & Barret shop. … [Read more...] about Marula Oil Review

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Christmas Favourites

amomentwithfranca · 6 January 2016 · 16 Comments

I can't believe the year has finished and now we will start a whole new year of monthly favourites for 2016!! I'm excited about that. I couldn't do my November Favourites because I was completely swamped and also was in bed for one week with a nasty stomach bug together with a … [Read more...] about Christmas Favourites

Filed Under: Beauty, Lifestyle, List, Monthly Favourites Tagged With: Boden, Christmas Season Favourites, December, Elf on the Shelf, Evidence Body Lotion, Evidence Eau de Perfume, Evidence Shower Gel, Evidence Yves Rocher, favourites, Michael Kors, Michael Kors Watch, Umbrella

My October Favourites

amomentwithfranca · 9 November 2015 · 21 Comments

It is already November so it is now time for my October Favourites! If you haven't read my September Favourites check the link here. … [Read more...] about My October Favourites

Filed Under: Beauty, Lifestyle, List, Monthly Favourites Tagged With: Aussie Conditioner, Aussie Shampoo, favourites, glossybox, Maria Nila Luminous Colour Hair Masque, Naobay Calming Face Toner, October, Travelstock

July Glossybox: Vive la France

amomentwithfranca · 8 August 2015 · 10 Comments

I have been registered with Glossybox since I was pregnant with Sienna. I found out about it through the internet and I thought it was a super cool idea and decided to subscribe to their service. … [Read more...] about July Glossybox: Vive la France

Filed Under: Beauty, List, Reviews Tagged With: beauty box, glossybox, july glossybox, lollipops, monthly subscirption, noxidoxi, review, teoxane, travel pouch, vive la france, Yves rocher

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Ad | ✨Let’s Hope Into Easter With Wenzel’s✨.Spring is finally here and thanks to @wenzelsthebakers new Easter range we can start getting into the spirit! 🐣🐰.We received a delicious basket with a selection of treats to have a little taste 😋. We got a Cadbury Creme Egg Croisnut, a gingerbread bunny, an Easter Cupcake trio, a Cornflake Nest, a couple of Premium Cupcakes together with a bunch of little chocolate eggs, a trio of Lindt bunnies and an Easter Activity Craft. Ah, and let’s not forget the daffodils! 🌼.I also have yummy news! 😀 For all of you who would like to receive an Easter prize too, your are in luck as they are hosting a giveaway for all the ‘Good Eggs’ in our communities. 🙌🏻Simply post a picture of your Wenzel’s Easter treats and shout out why someone you know is a ‘Good Egg’ tagging @WenzelsTheBakers and use #WenzelsGoodEgg for the chance to win an Easter box. 👍🏻.You can get the latest Easter range at their stores or you can order online! 🍩 .Will you try them? 😋😋😋. #WenzelstheBakers #Wenzels #Eastertreats #easterbasket #sweettreats #cupcakesdaily #cupcakesofinstagram #easterforkids #easterdoughnuts #easterfood #easterinspiration #foodreel #gingerbreadcookies #easterparty
✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went t ✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went to @javawhiskersuk , a cat cafe located in @westfieldlondon . This was my present for Mother’s Day from her🌸.🌟 Before we went inside, we had to go to a separate room to wash our hands and remove our shoes..🐾 They have 2 different rooms: the Cat Lounge and the Kitten Lounge and you can choose to stay from 55 mins to 1hr 55 mins. The prices vary depending on the room you choose and the length of time..🍰 When we stepped inside the room we were greeted by a group of gorgeous kittens. We ordered (before we went inside the room) a latte and a delicious chocolate muffin with chocolate melted inside that was so good. This was served to us in the room while we were surrounded by these adorable kittens..🐱 We spent 55 mins playing and petting the kittens. They were so cute. We loved interacting with them..🥰 Their cafe is also a foster home for homeless cats so if you are looking to adopt one, this is the place to visit! They have had 230 successful adoptions already! 🙌🏻.🚨 The only downside is that you have to be over 10 years old in order to be allowed inside the rooms 😬.🐈 If you are a cat lover like us, I highly recommend you visit Java Whiskers! It is the perfect place to unwind and relax with these beautiful kittens! 🙌🏻.Have you visited a Cat Cafe before? 🐈‍⬛ .#javawhiskers #catcafe #catcafelondon #londoncafe #westfieldlondon #londondayout #daysout #thingstodoinlondon #newplaces #londonguide #lovecats😻 #catsofinstagram #catloversday #londonthingstodo #whatsonlondon
✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, ✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, I hope you are having a lovely Mother's Day! 🌸🌸.We actually started the celebrations yesterday as Bella took me to @javawhiskersuk a new cat cafe in Westfield as a present for Mother’s Day. We spent 55 mins arround gorgeous kittens. I had a great time! I am a cat lover so this was a fab present for me! I will talk more about this experience on another post but if you swipe left you can see a little peak of our time there! 🐈😉.Today, the girls and Nick took me for the actually Mother’s Day celebration 🎉 to @cafejackss in Queen’s Park where we had brunch. It was a yummy treat. Swipe left to check it out! 😋 .After that we went for a walk. There was a small market nearby so it was nice to have a little look around 😍. We then went back home and spent the rest of the day chilling which is something, I’m not going to lie, I love doing! 😉😂.How was your day?#mothersdayuk #mothersdayweekend #mothersday2023 #motherofdaughters #mumoftwo #mumofgirls #mydaughters #lovemydaughters #daughterslove #mummydaughtertime #daughtersarethebest #daughtersrock #spendingtimetogether #happyfamilytime #familytime💕
✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna ✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna at home yesterday and today, and Bella only today. I thought it would be very chaotic but despite it always being louder when the girls are at home, especially my youngest one, lol, we did well..Bella did school work at home today and had the afternoon free. Sienna didn’t do school work. We only asked her to carry on doing Spanish and Maths via Duolingo. She also had Spanish lessons this afternoon (every Thursday she has lessons) so both days were manageable thankfully 😍.How was it for you? Did your kids stay at home or did they go to school? .PS: let’s hope things get better for teachers. I fully support the strikes. .#sistertime #sisterlylove #sistersgoals #hermanas #sistersforever #sistersforlife #sisterslove #siblingslove #lovemydaughters #raisingdaughters #mydaughters #londonkids #WembleyPark #wembley #londondesigneroutlet
✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so ✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so far? I am finally feeling more normal after the massive jetlag I had after my trip to South America. I am not sure why it hit me so much this time but it has taken me about two solid weeks to properly be back to my routine without feeling right. Waking up in the mornings was the worst. It was very hard, especially when I had to be on time for the school run! 😩.Anyway, everything feels better now! 😊.How long does it take you to be back to normal after a jetlag? Do you have any tricks or tips to speed this process? .📸 Selfy taken in Barranco, a lively district in Peru considered to be one of the most romantic and bohemian places to visit and being the home and working place of many Peruvian artists, musicians, designers, photographers among others 😎.#thisisme #selfie #instaselfie #smilemore #brunettehair #greeneyes #over40#over40blogger #overforty #overfortystyle #over40andfabulous #over40mom #outandabout #barrancolima
✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru ✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru is located on the coast. Walking along the sidewalk of the Malécon in Lima’s picturesque seaside district, Miraflores, you can admire the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. .The “Costa Verde” is a coastal road. It runs along the south-central part of the Lima coast. You can visit in the morning for a jog or in the evening to enjoy a relaxing walk. It is a very lively where people have fun in the open air..This is one of the best attractions on the coastal road. You will see several parks with sculptures of famous artists that make this walk even more unique and enjoyable. Along the route, you can find numerous recreational activities such as surfing and paragliding..If you keep walking you will arrive at “Larcomar” which is a shopping centre and has many restaurants and cafes so you can enjoy a coffee or a meal with the gorgeous ocean view too. .Pictures explained below:1. Start of my walk with the view of the ocean showing one the most gorgeous restaurants in Lima “La Rosa Nautica” where you can walk along the pier and then seat down for a meal with a sea view. Very scenic 😍2. 📸 Greater view of the coast showing the Pacific Ocean3. 🎥 Parque Chino (Chinese Park)4. 📸 Parque El Libro (The Book Park) showing a colorful sculpture, “Silencio” created by Peruvian artist José Tola.5. 📸 Parque del Amor (Love Park) showing its larger-than-life sculpture of two lovers in a deep embrace called “The Kiss”. The monument to love was created by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín. 6. 📸 Faro de Lima (lighthouse)7. 🎥 View of the Pacific Ocean from Barranco area where you can see Lima Marina Club, a members only club. .If you visit Lima, I highly recommend you to have a walk along this gorgeous area. You won’t regret it! (Save this post for later 😀).Do you enjoy walks with a coastal view? When was the last time you did a walk with a scenic view? .#oceanviews #oceanview #costaverde #costaverdelima #miraflores #lima #visitlima #limaperu #mirafloreslima #limacity #cometoperu #limaperu #beautifulviews #beautifuldestinations #perutravel
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