tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60619199581861877692024-03-18T16:18:01.190+00:00KechYourStyle"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories. Some take us forward, they're called dreams." - UnknownNkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.comBlogger156125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-25619828903148882282018-11-24T10:30:00.000+00:002019-01-08T20:22:01.501+00:00A weekend in Copenhagen<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Earlier this month I went to Copenhagen for a concert, but I gave myself enough time before and after to explore the city.<br />
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I had never been to a concert in another country so it was a great experience for me. The artists themselves are from Denmark so obviously speak Danish. I had no idea what they were saying between songs, so I did what I sometimes do when I'm in a foreign country and not quite sure what to do, I copied everyone else. Every time they laughed, I laughed; each time they clapped, so did I. Lucky for me, they sing in English so I was able to sing (and dance) along. The concert was amazing and my experience was great so it's something I would definitely do again. <b>Phlake </b>is the name of the duo I went to see, they<b> </b>have such a cool sound so check them out!<br />
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Outside of the concert I had about two and a half days to explore the city and I made sure I did as much as possible. Copenhagen has a lot to offer and is easy to navigate making it a great destination for solo travellers (and groups alike). I stayed at <a href="http://www.savoyhotel.dk/" target="_blank">The Savoy Hotel</a> (it's sounds a lot snazzier than it is). It's in a great location, three buses stop right outside the hotel and it's about eight minutes walk from Copenhagen Central Station and Tivoli Gardens. Sadly, I wasn't able to visit Tivoli Gardens as it was closed that weekend (literally closed the weekend before I came and opened the after I left, just my luck). But if you're in Copenhagen make it your mission to visit as I heard it's absolutely magical. I'll be back for that!<br />
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Other than accommodation and weather (it was cold!), whenever I travel to another country one of the first things I think about is transportation. How am I going to get from the airport to my accommodation? How am I going to get around to sight-see? Of all the places I've travelled I'd say that Copenhagen had the easiest answer to these questions. The <a href="https://copenhagencard.com/" target="_blank">Copenhagen Card</a> allows you to travel around Copenhagen and visit 86 attractions and museums at no extra cost. On public transport, all you have to do is show the card and that's it! With the attractions, just tell them you have a card they'll scan it and... that's it! It's so convenient and great value for money. I bought one that lasted for 72 hours (Friday afternoon to Monday morning) which cost me £82/€93 BARGAIN!<br />
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However long you have in Copenhagen, make sure you take an hour out of that time to go on a canal tour. I joined the Canal Tours Copenhagen trip which gave me a guided tour of all the main attractions Copenhagen has to offer (also available is the Netto Boats tour). Some interesting sights I passed were The Old Stock Exchange, Christianshavn, Our Saviours Church, The Black Diamond and the Little Mermaid.<br />
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As I'm sure you know, Copenhagen is one of the best cities for cycling. I'm not very confident riding on the road and it was way too cold for me so I didn't cycle on this occasion but I think I'd give it a try next time I visit. If you visit, make sure you look out for bicycles even more so than vehicles. I've never seen so many bikes on the road in my life. Whether you walk or cycle, just put aside some time to take in what Copenhagen has to offer. Even with the great public transport, I found myself walking to a lot of places which was a great way to discover what the city had to offer.<br />
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Despite the cold, one of the things that made it easy to walk around Copenhagen was how beautiful it is. Not only was it clean, but the buildings are so dreamy. I found myself stopping to take pictures of building after building.<br />
Before I set foot in the city, there was a collection of buildings that I always associated with Copenhagen, so of course once there I had to visit. Nyhavn is one of the most iconic places in Copenhagen. Right on the canal, Nyhavn is great place to stop for music, chilled vibes and great food.<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Visiting museums/galleries/exhibitions is a big part of my travelling experience. I truly enjoy taking a huge chunk out of my day getting lost in a humongous building. I know this isn't everyone's cup of tea so I usually tend to do these by myself. Copenhagen has a lot of museums to choose from, I managed to visit four while I was there - The National Museum of Denmark, Amalienborg Palace Museum, </span>Design Museum Danmark and SMK - The National Gallery of Denmark.<br />
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The great thing about Copenhagen is that a lot of the main attractions were close to each other. So as soon as I came out of Amalienborg Palace Museum there was The Marble Church.<br />
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My favourite museums were The National Gallery of Denmark...</div>
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And The Design Museum<br />
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I've said it before and I'll say it again, I bloody love gardens. Whatever country I go to, if they have some kind of garden best believe I'm going to it. Copenhagen has quite a few gardens and I managed to visit three on my trip. I went to Frederiksberg Gardens which is one of the largest and most attractive greenspaces in Copenhagen. I also went to Copenhagen Botanical Garden and The King's Garden - also known as Rosenborg Castle Gardens.</div>
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Copenhagen Botanical Garden<br />
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The King's Garden<br />
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Autumn in Copenhagen ain't so bad, is it?</div>
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There are a lot of things I didn't get to do so at some point I would love to go back and experience them. I think if I had one more day that would have been perfect. Have you been to Copenhagen before? <i>xo</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Celebrating 35 years of design excellence</span><br />
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Today (October 6th) was the last day of the Azzedine Alaïa exhibition at the <a href="https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/azzedine-alaa-the-couturier" target="_blank">Design Museum</a>, so I want to share with you some snaps I took when I went earlier in the year - for those of you not able to make it, and for those who want to relive the excellence.</div>
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The exhibition was conceived and co-curated by Alaïa himself, before his untimely death in November 2017. It showcased many of his amazing pieces including the custom red gown worn by Rihanna to the 2013 Grammy Awards and the iconic hooded gown worn by Grace Jones.<br />
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Alaïa had a special understanding of the female body - he created figure-hugging garments, often described as "second-skin dressing" that make women look and feel their best. “No other dress can make a woman look and feel as good as an Alaïa dress because it cinches a woman’s body perfectly,” says <a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/fashion-news/a13800534/6-ways-azzedine-alaia-changed-the-fashion-landscape-as-we-know-it/" target="_blank">Naomi Campbell</a>.</div>
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What an honour it was to be in the presence of such beautiful craftsmanship <i>xo</i></div>
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Earlier this year a friend and I travelled to Miami. It wasn't a destination I was thinking about going to any time soon, but when another friend of mine revealed that she'll be moving there, I used the opportunity for a cheeky getaway.<br />
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We stayed in the Doral area which is a bit away from a lot of the main Miami attractions, but with Uber, Lyft and a friend that can drive getting around wasn't difficult.</div>
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There are so many things to do in Miami, and unfortunately we didn't get to do all of them, but we did get to explore a lot of what the city had to offer. We were lucky enough to be there during <i>Cinco de Mayo</i> and had a great time. We started out at <b>Cabo </b>for nachos, margaritas and tequila shots, then ended the night shaking a leg at <b>Martini Bar Doral</b>. Being so close to South America, Miami is heavily influenced by Latin culture; almost everyone speaks Spanish, dances salsa and listens to Reggeaton. A few weeks before we left I took up salsa dancing lessons which helped a lot when we went to <b><span style="font-size: large;">Ball & Chain</span></b>, a historic live music venue in Little Havana. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Little Havana</span></b> is Miami's Cuban neighbourhood with Latin American art galleries, food, music and so much more. We visited <a href="http://www.molinaartgallery.com/" target="_blank">Molina Art Gallery</a> which is this amazing Afro Cuban inspired gallery by Joe Molina. He was there when we visited and we spoke with him about his art and how a lot of his pieces are influenced by African (some specifically Nigerian) and Cuban folklore. I loved how colourful and cultured his pieces were that I bought one - the first piece that comes up when you go on the website is the one I purchased. Pictures are not allowed in the gallery but if you're ever in the area, check it out.</div>
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We walked along <b><span style="font-size: large;">Calle Ocho Walk of Fame</span></b> and stopped at <b><span style="font-size: large;">Domino Park</span></b> to watch the older Cuban community playing dominoes (obviously) and chess. I've played dominoes maybe twice in my life so knew I was no where near as advanced as the locals, so didn't bother joining a game. Right next to Domino Park is the historic <b><span style="font-size: large;">Tower Theatre</span></b> which screens indie and revival films. And across the road from that is <b><span style="font-size: large;">Azucar Ice Cream Company</span></b> a family run scoop shop that sells handmade ice-creams and sorbets in a variety of flavours - I ordered Abuela Maria and flan flavoured ice-cream which was delicious! As you'll see below the scoops were huge and it was reasonably priced.</div>
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Another place you must visit when in Miami is <span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">Wynwood Walls</span> - a unique outdoor museum showing huge, vibrant works from artists from around the world. <b><span style="font-size: large;">Goldman Global Arts</span></b> is a gallery that can be found in Wynwood with even more amazing pieces of art.</div>
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When in Miami, visiting <b>Miami Beach</b> goes without saying. What I didn't realise until I got there was that Miami Beach is actually a city. There's a lot to do in the area and we made the most of it during our time. Obviously there is the beach itself - we went to mid-beach which was quite quiet so it was easy to find a spot to sunbathe. A short walk away from the beach is <a href="https://thebass.org/" target="_blank">The Bass</a> which is a contemporary art museum (admission in $10).</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Still in the vicinity is the </span><b style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Holocaust Memorial</span></b><span style="text-align: justify;"> dedicated to the six million Jewish people killed during World War II. And right next to that is the </span><b style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Miami Beach Botanical Gardens</span></b><span style="text-align: justify;">. When I travel I enjoy visiting gardens and seeing the nature and the different types of flowers and shit. I didn't get to visit the </span><b style="text-align: justify;">Vizcaya Museum & Gardens</b><span style="text-align: justify;"> but that's on the list for next time.</span><br />
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Before I knew I was going to Miami I heard a lot about the <b><span style="font-size: large;">Museum of Ice Cream</span></b> (MOIC), an interactive exhibition with ice cream and candy themed activities, as well as a lot of delicious treats. The time we were there happened to be the final few weeks that the MOIC was going to be in Miami. Tickets cost roughly $40 - we received delicious treats along the way (lots of ice cream) and there wasn't a time limit so could spend as much time as we wanted there (and we did).<br />
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Until next time Miami... <i>xo</i></div>
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Polka dots are having a huge moment this season and I am loving it.</div>
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I fell out of love with the peplum style a while ago but when I saw this top I forgot all about that. It has a cropped style so would go perfectly with all things high-waisted. The subtle yellow shadow is one of my favourite things about this top. You can barely see it, but when you do it instantly adds a little edge to the top. It also allows me to pair this top with something yellow which I will definitely do when I wear it again, because I have absolutely no problem with wearing things twice.</div>
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Some of you may think of polka dots and automatically associate them with with Minnie Mouse - but after featuring on the runways of Balenciaga, Valentino and Dior there has been an abundance of inspiration on social media from bloggers and street style gurus.<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">I'm not someone who </span><i style="text-align: justify;">always</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> follows trends, and when I do sometimes it takes me a while to finally jump on the bandwagon. But I am fully embracing polka dots. I've always loved the monochrome trend and so I see polka dots as an upgrade. I've been watching this trend for a few months and was waiting for the right pieces to experiment with. I've made quite a few purchases already and I can see myself making a few more!</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">There are so many ways to wear this trend so I'm going to share with you </span>five easy and stylish ways to inject polka dots into your wardrobe this season:<br />
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We all know how unpredictable weather can be so trousers are the perfect item for transitioning weather. Wear with a chunky knit jumper for those cooler spring days or add a loose tee for when summer finally arrives.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Polka Dot Cropped Trousers £36 | <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/trousers-leggings-4075710/polka-dot-cropped-trousers-7572259?bi=20&ps=20" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Spot Print and Striped Wide Leg Trousers £45 | <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/trousers-leggings-4075710/spot-print-and-striped-wide-leg-trousers-7519067?bi=40&ps=20" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Dingo Polka Dot Wide Leg Pants £390 | <a href="https://www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/987252/Max_Mara/dingo-polka-dot-jersey-wide-leg-pants?" target="_blank">Max Mara</a></span></div>
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A polka dot top can be dressed down with jeans (like my look above) or dressed up with a skirt and sandals for the perfect smart/casual spring/summer look.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Mixed Spotted Wrap Top £34 | <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/shirts-blouses-4650801/mixed-spotted-wrap-top-7597405?bi=0&ps=20" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ruffle Wrap Blouse £59 | <a href="https://www.stories.com/en_gbp/clothing/blouses-and-shirts/blouses/product.ruffle-wrap-blouse-black.0616937002.html" target="_blank">& Other Stories</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Crossover Polka Dot T-Shirt £15.99 | </span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/crossover-polka-dot-t-shirt-p05039123.html?v1=6135121&v2=1050009" style="font-size: small;" target="_blank">Zara</a></div>
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<b>3. Polka dot skirt</b><br />
Midi skirts are chic and the polka dot print adds that a little something extra to them. Paired with trainers and a tee or a blouse and heels, you'll definitely be summer ready.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Midi Skirt with Ruffle Detail £32 | </span><a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-design-midi-skirt-with-ruffle-detail-in-polka-dot-print/prd/9715376?clr=whiteblack&SearchQuery=polka%20dot%20skirt&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=4&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=25" style="font-size: small;" target="_blank">ASOS</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Jacquard Polka Dot Skirt £29.99 | <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/jacquard-polka-dot-skirt-p02367714.html?v1=5981590&v2=940529" target="_blank">Zara</a></span></div>
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<b>4. Polka dot dress</b><br />
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If you're not sure how to style a single item, dresses are a great way of adding a trend to your wardrobe. Once on, all you have to worry about are accessories! Keep them simple or use them to add some colour to the outfit.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Polka Dot Dress with Shoulder Pads £19.99 | <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/polka-dot-dress-with-shoulder-pads-p01131312.html?v1=5946033&v2=400009" target="_blank">Zara</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Square Neck Mini Slip Dress £29 | <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/dresses-442/square-neck-mini-slip-dress-7433010?bi=100&ps=20" target="_blank">Topshop</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Isa Polka Dot Silk Dress £625 | <a href="https://www.matchesfashion.com/products/1189007" target="_blank">Saloni</a> (completely out of my price range but my gosh I love!)</span></div>
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Step away from the black and white monochrome and add some colour. Polka dots plus colour doesn't have to equal Mr. Blobby! See some cute examples below.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Polka Dot Dress with Bow £25.99 | </span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/polka-dot-dress-with-bow-p00858002.html?v1=5815539&v2=719020" style="font-size: small;" target="_blank">Zara</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Polka Dot Trousers £39.99 | <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/polka-dot-trousers-p02132669.html?v1=5421544&v2=719022" target="_blank">Zara</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Polka Dot Print Top £25.99 | <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/polka-dot-print-top-p08342019.html?v1=5846013&v2=719021" target="_blank">Zara</a></span></div>
Nkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-65685304209111021132018-03-31T23:37:00.003+01:002018-04-29T13:30:37.474+01:00(Photo) Diary of a Solo Traveller - Malta #2<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Following on from my previous <a href="http://apieceof-me.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/photo-diary-of-solo-traveller-malta-1.html" target="_blank">post</a>, here is my second and final photo diary of my time in Malta.</div>
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This post will focus on the places I visited on the bus tours around the Northern and Southern areas of Malta.</div>
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For this trip I wanted to see as many of the main places as possible and I decided that the bus tours were the best way to do this. I will admit, one of the downfalls about the bus tours was that you only had a limited amount of time to spend in a place to make sure you caught the next bus. If you missed the bus you'd risk spending too much time in one place and not enough in another. This actually happened to me as I didn't check the schedule and got off to see Mosta Rotunda only to realise it was closed during that time of the day. The hour I spent there resulted in me having less time to spend in Mdina and had to miss seeing Rabat all together. However. the hour in Mosta wasn't completely wasted as I used this time to explore the area and take in the local Maltese culture. I love going to supermarkets and small shops in other countries to see how they differ to England.</div>
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<b>San Anton Garden</b></div>
<span style="text-align: justify;">Possibly one of the best known gardens in Malta, San Anton Garden was built by Grand Master Antoine de Paule and has been open to the public since 1882. It's such a beautiful place with pathways that take you through the garden allowing you to discover its amazing botanical delights such as fountains, ponds, mature trees, formal flowerbeds and stone urns.</span><br />
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On the road to Mdina...<br />
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<b>Mdina</b><br />
Also known as Città Vecchia (old city) or Città Notabile (noble city), Mdina is a fortified city in the Northern region of Malta. The city is the old capital of Malta with narrow streets and beautiful views of the island.<br />
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For those who don't know, Malta was used as a shooting location for a few episodes of Game of Thrones. I did my research before I went so I knew there were some locations I wouldn't be able to visit, such as the Azure Window which collapsed recently and some locations that I would. Mdina Gate (first image) was used in GoT as well as Mesquita Square (directly above and below), which I actually found by accident - I took a wrong turn and found it when I was lost...</div>
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I then went on to have a delicious dinner at <b>Piccolo Padre</b> which is a family run restaurant located in St Julian's. The food was amazing (I had the salmon) and I had a great view of St Julian's Bay. This was my favourite meal in Malta so if you go make sure you give them a visit. The staff were attentive and the food reasonably priced. </div>
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As I mentioned in my previous <a href="https://apieceof-me.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/5-things-i-learned-while-travelling-by.html" target="_blank">post</a>, eating by myself was something that I wasn't quite used to; there's a huge difference between having a quick burger in a fast-food chain and having a sit-down three course meal in a restaurant. But I believe it's all about taking risks and putting yourself in situations you're not familiar with!</div>
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<b>Marsaxlokk </b><br />
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Marsaxlokk is a traditional fishing village with colourful boats, markets and fresh fish restaurants. The vibe in the village was so relaxed, and with the beautiful weather and amazing views I felt like I really took in the Maltese culture.</div>
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When in a fishing village, make sure you stop to have fresh seafood! I had some time to kill before the bus arrived so I stopped at <b>Terrone</b> for a quick lunch (recommended by the hostess at my B&B - it was delicious). There was so much to choose from but I knew I only had a certain amount of time so stuck to what I knew and ordered calamari with potatoes.</div>
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<b>Blue Grotto</b><br />
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Such an amazing site, Blue Grotto is a natural cave with crystal blue waters. Believe me when I say crystal blue, I couldn't believe how vibrant the colour of the water was. Usually you're able to take a short boat ride but when I arrived this option wasn't available and rightly so because the waters were very choppy!</div>
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I had a great time in Malta, it was a country I'd always wanted to visit so I'm very happy I finally had the chance to do so. For anyone wanting to go I'd highly recommend it. I went for four days but wished I had a couple more so I'd say about a week is a good length of time. And for those wanting to solo travel but are scared by the idea, do it! I have another trip booked for May which I'm really looking forward to, so keep an eye out for those photo diaries <i>xo</i></div>
Nkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-72374691844676272422018-01-13T21:50:00.003+00:002018-01-13T21:50:42.147+00:00(Photo) Diary of a Solo Traveller - Malta #1<div style="text-align: justify;">
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As I mentioned in my previous <a href="http://apieceof-me.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/5-things-i-learned-while-travelling-by.html" target="_blank">post</a>, in December 2017 I embarked on my first solo travel adventures which took me to Malta - a beautiful country with so much to offer.<br />
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I stayed in St Julian's which is a small seaside town filled with lots of things to do, in a beautiful Bed & Breakfast called The Stonehouse. About 10 minutes West of St Julian's is a district called Paceville, an area full of nightclubs, bars, casinos and restaurants. As I was by myself I didn't venture there but I saw a lot of people heading in that direction, so for those thinking of travelling with friends that may be one for the list. St Julian's is situated along the coast so has some beautiful sites and beaches nearby.<br />
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Two minutes away from where I was staying is Spinola Bay, which is a cute little rock beach with beautiful views. About 10 minutes down the promenade is another rock beach, Balluta Bay. Because of the time of year the beaches were empty but I can imagine in the summer they get packed. I went during their winter which I actually found to be quite warm. It was funny because the people of Malta and I have very different definitions of the word 'cold', they were wrapped up so warm but to me the temperature was quite mild, resembling spring in London. </div>
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I arrived at my B&B around midday and took a couple of hours to rest as I woke up at 3am to catch my 7am flight! (Side note: my flight was only £35 return with Ryanair! I found that absolute bargain using skyscanner.net) Under the advice of my hostess I bought a package deal which included a 90 minute harbour cruise around the two natural harbours and 10 creeks Malta has to offer; and two hop-on hop-off bus tours exploring the North and South regions of Malta. Bought individually these excursions would have cost me €55, but with the deal I got all 3 for €47. As I wasn't completely sure what I wanted to do while I was there, I decided this was the best thing to do. So after my rest, I dragged myself out of my room and boarded the Harbour Cruise which departed from Sliema Ferries. There were a number of buses I could have used to take me to Sliema (13, 14, 15 or 16) but I decided to walk along the promenade which took me approximately 35/40 minutes - the weather was beautiful and I had the time so I thought, why not?<br />
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The cruise was very nice and I learned a lot about the history of Valletta and the Three cities. It wasn't very busy which I assume was due to the time of the year but that was fine with me. When the cruise began (around 4pm) the weather was decent but as time went on, the temperature dropped, it got very cold and the water was a bit rocky. I'm sure it'll be different in the summer, but if you ever go in the winter make sure you wrap up warm and maybe avoid (or take precautions) if you get seasick!<br />
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For my second day (first full day) in Malta I spent it all in Valletta, the capital of Malta. As far as capitals go, Valletta is tiny, but that makes it perfect for a day trip because even though it's small there is a lot going on. There are many sites to see, museums to explore, shops, restaurants and bars to visit.<br />
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<b>Upper Barrakka Gardens & Castille Place</b><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">View from Hastings Gardens</span></i></div>
One of the things I enjoy doing when I travel to other countries is going to museums and galleries and learning about the history and culture of the country. Surprisingly I didn't go to any in Malta, but there were quite a few in Valletta, including Casa Rocca Piccola, National War Museum and National Museum of Fine Arts to name a few. These places and much more are on the list for my next visit to Malta as I am definitely going back. The second installment of my photo diary will be up soon <i>xo</i></div>
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One of my biggest achievements of 2017 was travelling by myself. I can't say it's something I've always wanted to do, but this year has taught me that if I always wait for other people, I will never do the things I want to do. My first solo travel adventures took me to Malta.<br />
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I've always been someone who has enjoyed their own company, so the idea of doing things by myself doesn't scare me. In fact, this is something I've embraced a lot more in the last two years. I've gone to concerts by myself, museums, events, the cinema and I hadn't thought anything of it. However, it was the idea of travelling to another country by myself that really got me. The idea of travelling to a country whose language I couldn't speak (although once arriving in Malta I realised this wasn't an issue because almost everyone speaks English), the idea of eating alone, getting lost by myself... it was all quite daunting. That was until I actually did it. Four days in a foreign country taught me so much about myself and about my life, and I want to share with you the five important things I learned.</div>
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<b>1. Personal responsibility</b><br />
When you're travelling by yourself everything is your responsibility. This became very apparent to me the first time I got *lost. It was then that I realised there was no one there to share the burden and it would be my responsibility to get myself found! Although, with modern technology (Google Maps), a good ol' map and the help of strangers, I wasn't lost frequently or for too long. But it's not always something as big as losing your way, sometimes it's the small things like deciding what you're going to do that day, or where you're going to have lunch. It was my responsibility to plan my time and make those decisions. There are things that will always be out of my control, but the things that I can control, I will control and will take responsibility for. I cannot control when the bus or train will arrive, but I <i>can</i> make sure that I give myself enough time to travel to my destination so that I am not late.<br />
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*Side note: one of the best things about going to another country is getting lost and discovering places that only the locals know about. But when you're trying to get somewhere and you realise that place is not where you currently are, that can be very intimidating and frustrating lol! </div>
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<b>2. Embrace every moment</b></div>
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I found myself taking in my surroundings a lot more than I do in my every day life. I do believe this was because I was in such a beautiful country and genuinely interested in seeing all it had to offer. But I don't think this is something that should be restricted to travelling. As hard as it may be to do living in a huge city such as London, and even with the current times where there are so many distractions, I think it's important to appreciate the now and the things that are right in front of you. This is something I want to embrace a lot more of in my life, as it's so easy for it to pass by and I honestly don't want to miss a thing.<br />
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<b>3. Don't be afraid to take risks</b></div>
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Travelling by myself was a really big deal for me and it showed me how brave I actually am. To spend a day in a different part of a place you're already familiar with is one thing, but to take the plunge and surround yourself in an unfamiliar environment for four days is something else. Instead of using public transport I took some extra time to walk to my destinations and take in even more of the Maltese culture. Instead of getting dinner-to-go and eating by myself in my room, I sat down and had dinner (still by myself lol) but in the restaurant. I think it's important to put ourselves in situations that we're not familiar with to challenge ourselves and see how we deal with it. Yeah, sometimes, it won't work out for the best but when it does, it feels great.</div>
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<b>4. The importance of looking after myself</b><br />
Taking a break is healthy. Taking the time to understand yourself and work on yourself is important.<br />
I found that I invested a lot more time in myself when I was away. And again, it was the little things, like laying in bed a little longer in the morning or taking my time in the (amazing) shower. The trip as a whole was a huge investment because as the year was drawing to a close I realised that I hadn't travelled anywhere; I hadn't even left London and that upset me. I knew that I wanted to go somewhere before the end of the year and Malta was somewhere I always wanted to visit, so I just did it. And I'm going to do a lot more of that from 2018 going forward. If there is something I want to do and I am able to do it, I am going to do it. I've learned that it's important to look within myself for the things that I want and do everything I can to make them happen.<br />
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The first four points have been things that I learned from spending four days in another country by myself and that brings me to my fifth and final lesson - that there is always something to learn. Bear in mind I've learnt a great deal about myself this year but these are the five I wanted to share with you. I truly believe that no matter how old you are or how far you get in life, there is always something to learn. It won't always be those grand lessons that drastically impact your life, but could be those smaller tips that make you do or see things slightly differently. The main thing is to give yourself the opportunities to learn and embrace the knowledge you gain.<br />
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Maybe I won't get so used to doing everything by myself all the time because I do enjoy the company of family and good friends, but my solo travel adventures taught me that there is nothing wrong with spending some time by myself, working on myself, for myself.<br />
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Happy New Year guys <i>xo</i></div>
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I'm also making an effort to add colour to my autumn wardrobe. I find it so easy to style and wear black and it also becomes my default - but this Autumn/Winter I want to wear more colour. This bag is from Topshop and I think it's a great start <i>xo</i>Nkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-64332090235496306222017-10-11T21:18:00.002+01:002017-12-31T16:46:55.750+00:00Season Transition: Mustard + Stripes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Jumper - <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/jumpers-cardigans-6924635/extreme-sleeve-knit-jumper-6850878?bi=0&ps=20" target="_blank">Topshop</a> // Trousers - <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/trousers/view-all/cropped-trousers-with-tie-c733898p4682558.html" target="_blank">Zara</a> // Heels - <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-priya-heels/prd/7847751?clr=black&SearchQuery=priya&pgesize=3&pge=0&totalstyles=3&gridsize=4&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=1" target="_blank">ASOS</a> // Clutch - H&M (old) // Earrings - <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-open-wire-pearl-through-earrings/prd/8105800" target="_blank">ASOS</a></span></i></div>
I bought the jumper from Topshop and I absolutely love it! The colour is so beautiful and very autumnal, with statement sleeves that you can't help but love. I can definitely pull this look of now as we're having quite mild weather in London at the moment, but I know in a few weeks I'll have to pack my summer things away for another year<i> xo</i>Nkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-12295856078096920942017-09-02T21:55:00.000+01:002017-12-31T16:48:05.277+00:00Dressed Down: White Off Shoulder Top<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: start;">Dressed down, I paired the top with a midi skirt, gold lace up sandals and a vintage brown bag for a chic daytime look. I've actually had the bag for a long time (first shown </span><a href="http://apieceof-me.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/brown-bag-galore.html" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="text-align: start;">) - the thing I love about vintage pieces is that they are often timeless and can be worn over and over again for a long time </span><i style="text-align: start;">xo</i></div>
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I bought these floral crop trousers from Zara a few months ago. They are super high waisted and hug you in all the right places, with flared legs. Both the sunglasses and shoes are from ASOS and are old purchases <i>xo</i><br />
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When it comes to white clothes I always get bit paranoid about getting them dirty; I've seen way too many people wearing white jeans/trousers with a stain on the back after sitting on something soiled. I was so worried about this happening that I sat on my scarf the whole day lol! It's safe to say my paranoia paid off and I came home without a speck on me. We also stepped into an amazing chocolate shop called Dark Sugars that sells handmade chocolates, truffles and vegan treats. If you're ever in the area give them a visit, the chocolates are delicious and even if you don't buy/taste anything the smell is divine!</div>
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The jeans are by Missguided and I bought them through ASOS for £12 down from £20. They are described as off white on the website but when they arrived they looked pretty white to me. I thought they would pair nicely with the frilled crop top from Zara which was also on sale, I bought it for £5.99 down from £17.99 - can somebody say bargain! The top and jeans are linked under the last picture. The sandals are by London Rebel which were purchased a few years ago and the bag is by a brand called Luigi Collection and belongs to my mum <i>xo</i><br />
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For a dressed down look I paired the top with my favourite jeans - I bought these Mom jeans from Topshop 3 years ago and I first showcased them in this <a href="http://apieceof-me.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/the-mom-jeans.html" target="_blank">post</a>. Over the years they have kept their shape and colour and still fit me very well. I felt a kind of modern day 90s vibe with this outfit, which I finished off with my current favourite footwear, Stan Smiths. I had a lot of fun with this shoot as you can tell with the amount of pictures hahaa <i>xo</i></div>
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I've been loving the off shoulder trend this summer - although summer hasn't really been summer here in the UK as we've had nothing but grey, wet weather for the past 2 weeks. Despite the autumnal vibes recently, I couldn't help but put together these outfits featuring this amazing top from Zara. Zara is fast becoming a favourite of mine as everything in this look is from there - however the only recent purchase is the top, everything else is from last year. I love this top so much, I have it in white as well! <i>xo</i></div>
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I've become ever so slightly obsessed with these mirror sunglasses so you should just get used to seeing them because they're gonna be around a lot this summer haha! For this look I paired the trousers with a plain grey v-neck tee and sliders for a super casual outfit. I actually have this bag in 2 colours because I adore it so much, it comes with a detachable strap so can be worn on the shoulder or as a clutch<i> xo</i></div>
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First up are these cropped trousers from Zara! I am in love with these trousers and they have easily become my favourite summer staple. The stripes on the trousers are actually navy but it's very hard to tell. For this first outfit I've dressed them up and paired them with a black boatneck tshirt and nude heels. I wore a similar outfit recently to a wedding and I loved how it looked <i>xo</i></div>
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I've tried products for oily skin that just completely dried my face, and I've tried things for combination skin which just made my face even oilier. So, when I discovered that a product designed for dry skin works wonders for me, I was shocked.</div>
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I first received <b>Nip + Fab Kale Fix Moisturiser</b> as a free sample with an order I placed with them. I was a bit apprehensive about using it at first because it's advertised as a product for dry skin and thought that it would make my face look like an oil slick. However, as my usual face cream was finished I thought I'd give it a try and I was not disappointed. This product leaves my skin so soft and hydrated without drying or over moisturising. The moisturiser is quite thick so a little goes a long way, but in no way does it feel heavy on the skin. It's easily absorbed, smells amazing and lasts all day.</div>
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It contains so many amazing ingredients that help soothe and rejuvenate the skin, such as, aloe vera, cucumber and shea butter. Before using this product I was actually using raw shea butter, which I still stand by and highly recommend if this is out of your price range. But for anyone looking for a new product to try to combat dry skin this winter, definitely give this a try. I love it so much I've ordered their <b>Kale Fix Clay Mask</b> which I cannot wait to try <i>xo</i></div>
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I recently bought this lovely velvet top from Zara that is bang on trend this season. I'm really loving velvet and I'm seeing it a lot over social media. I wore this outfit to Stylist Live a couple of weeks ago. This was the first I'd heard of this event and was really excited about it. I had a great time and was fortunate enough to be VIP so was able to really appreciate all they had to offer. Another trend this outfit keeps up with is the pointed flat shoes. These are a recent purchase from ASOS and I thought it would really compliment the top. They are currently on sale and if you click the links under the last picture they'll take you to the items <i>xo</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Cami, Mom Jeans & Ballet Pumps - Topshop // Belt - Primark // Bag - H&M // Sunglasses - <a href="http://www.asos.com//7X/7X-Aviator-Sunglasses/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6940847" target="_blank">7X</a></i></span></div>
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I think it's safe to say that summer is well and truly over here in the UK. Although we are having a few days of pleasant weather, this usually happens in September right before Autumn. I love Autumn, the temperature does decrease but the sun still shines and that makes me happy! I'm definitely going to miss summer, but as I mentioned in my previous post I'll be going on holiday next month so I have a week of beautiful weather to look forward to</div>
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This outfit is something I wore for a cheeky Nandos with my family a few Sundays ago. It was nice to feel the sun on my skin after a week of terrible weather. My favourite jeans and my favourite summer staple, the cami, paired with ballet pumps for a casual look <i>xo</i><br />
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Nkechihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10660811758263773559noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6061919958186187769.post-52143645301565816592016-09-07T20:22:00.000+01:002016-09-07T20:31:08.180+01:00Rose Gold Sliders: The Outfit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Top - ASOS ((old) // <a href="http://www.asos.com//Oasis/Oasis-Denim-A-Line-Mini-Skirt/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6409201" target="_blank">Skirt</a> - Oasis // <a href="http://www.asos.com//ASOS/ASOS-FIA-Soft-Leather-Sliders/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=7055253" target="_blank">Sliders</a> - ASOS // Bag - Zara // <a href="http://www.asos.com//River-Island/River-Island-Aviator-Sunglasses-With-Reflector-Lense/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6395989" target="_blank">Sunglasses </a>- River Island</i></span></div>
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This is an outfit I put together with the sliders I showed in my previous post. As I mentioned before, I am in love with these sliders! They are so comfortable and look lovely. I paired them with an a-line denim skirt and a simple white top. For the accessories I added these cool reflectors sunglasses from River Island (through ASOS) and small snakeskin bag from Zara. Summer is coming to an end here in the UK, however, I will be going on holiday next month so will be able to hold on to the sunshine for a little longer <i>xo</i><br />
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I've been wanting a pair of shoes in this style for a while and I've been loving rose gold for a long time, so when I saw these on <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-fia-soft-leather-sliders/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=7055253&clr=Rosegold&cid=17170&pgesize=36&pge=0&totalstyles=205&gridsize=3&gridrow=1&gridcolumn=2" target="_blank">ASOS</a> I knew I had to buy them. They are honestly one of the most comfortable pair of footwear I have at the moment, and they look so chic. I recently paired them with a pair of blue jeans and a white swing vest to create a classic chic outfit. 100% real leather, they fit true to size and your feet won't slip and slide as you walk. If you're looking for a pair of shoes like this I urge you to give them a try, they also come in black <i>xo</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Cami & Jeans - ASOS // Sandals - <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,60/2583300000?referer=carousel" target="_blank">Office</a></i></span></div>
As I'm sure you're all aware, a hot trend this spring/summer is the Cold Shoulder. Whether it's strapless, one-shoulder or cut out, baring your shoulders is in! In this post I'll be showing a cut-out top that I recently bought from ASOS. I love the simplicity of the top, and the ease in styling it. In this instance I opted for a casual outfit, however, it can just as easily be dressed up into an outfit for a night out.<br />
Although they are not the focus of this post, I am literally in love with the sandals I'm wearing here. I bought them on sale from Office and they are so comfortable. They're a great addition to my summer wardrobe and have already been worn a number of times since buying them a couple of weeks ago <i>xo</i><br />
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The second and final photodiary of my time in Berlin focuses on the museums and historical monuments I visited.<br />
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Whenever I travel to another country I make an effort to learn about their culture and their history. We visited most of the historically relevant areas in Berlin. I won't go into the details but I'm sure you know Berlin was involved in a very serious point in history and it was incredibly insightful and somewhat chilling to learn more about what happened.<br />
For example, the last image shown above is of an installation by Menashe Kadishman in the Jewish Museum called Shalekhet (Fallen Leaves) in the Memory Void; it represents the innocent lives lost throughout history, the victims of yesterday, today and tomorrow.<br />
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We also went inside the Reichstag Building, visited the Topogrophy of Terror, Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie <i>xo</i><br />
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For my birthday a couple of months ago, a friend and I went to Berlin for a few days. I'm not sure where the urge to travel to Berlin came from, but once I decided that I wanted to go away for my birthday I knew that Berlin was the spot. It seems as though I always choose the coldest countries to travel to in March; it was freezing cold when we were there! I'm sure there was sleet at some point as well! For this reason I chose health over fashion and wrapped up warm so my outfits won't be the focus of these diaries, but there was lots to see and do.<br />
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Short city breaks are great, we spent three nights and managed to do a lot of the tourist-y things. There was a lot of graffiti in Berlin. I found it to be a colourful city with lots to look at. No matter where we went there was some kind of artwork on the walls. And we had some cool graffiti outside our hotel room! We visited East Side Gallery that is literally just one continuous wall of graffiti.</div>
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We ate out pretty much every day, but funnily enough, we didn't have any German food... ridiculous, I know lol! My favourite place to eat was an Italian restaurant called Ristorante a Mano. The food and atmosphere were amazing! We had such a great night there, honestly some of the best Italian food I've had - and if you know me you know I love Italian food! Definitely worth a visit if you're in Berlin.</div>
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Have you visited Berlin? What did you think? <i>xo</i><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">It's been a while since I treated myself to a manicure so today I decided to do just that. My middle nail broke a few days ago (bummer!) but I refused to let that stop me from getting them done! Described as a spiced tea rose colour, Eternal Optimist by Essie has become my favourite nude pink. It's a shade that can be worn any season, day or night and is perfect for those who love to wear nail polish but not a fan of colours.</span></div>
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I absolutely love nude shades of nail polish such as this, as they are easy to wear and look great on most if not all skin tones; a classic in my opinion. This application was done professionally however I have used it in the comfort of my own home and have achieved the same great results. Two coats were applied which dried fairly quickly, leaving a streak-free creme finish. </div>
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I will most definitely be purchasing more shades from Essie and if you're interested in getting some yourself Essie polishes retail at £7.99/15ml available from selected Boots and Superdrug stores <i>xo</i></div>
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