Nothing blows away the cobwebs of a heavy night before like a blustery walk in the snow.
On Sunday morning Phoebe & I went for a crunch through the freshly fallen powder and took ourselves for a spot of pampering.
Sheepskin coat from Zara, dipdye jumper from Missguided, jeans by Nobody, wedge trainers by Aldo, bag Prada, scarf Brora.
Miss Watson wears Topshop jeans, Zara sneakers & matching bag, a vintage coat & my daddy's hat.
We walked to Sophie Gass on Ladbroke Grove for Shellac pedicures, tea & a thorough gossip about the night before.
I was pretty excited...
Shellac is essentially a bomb proof manicure/pedicure. It dries instantly so you don't have to waddle around in flip flops for hours, it doesn't chip & stays shiny and beautiful for weeks at a time.
Perfect for those of us who like to look well presented & high maintenance... but are in fact lazy as hell & a bit clumsy!
There aren't as many colours as traditional polishes, which isn't really a problem for me seeing as I pretty much exclusively wear dark red.
Very boring of me, I know.
I was really impressed with the results, I think I might be addicted already.
A seriously good idea if you're heading off on holiday... which I'm not. Humbug.
Still snowing! Thank god we didn't have to wear flip-flops, eh?
We left rejuvenated and very ready for a big Sunday lunch.
After a vicious snowball fight with some passing kids, we shivered our way to the local fish 'n' chip shop for a big plate of haddock & chips, swimming in vinegar & ketchup.
Pretty much my ideal Sunday.
Oh I so badly want this! I have just done a biology module and more chemistry and physics coming up this week! Kill me now...xx
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Oh good luck T! (Though I'm sure you wont need it!) xx
DeleteOhhh so jealous of the snow! I'm sweltering over here in Western Australia.
ReplyDeleteI love your outfit x
Don't get me started on jealousy Bec! I would ddiiiieeeee to be on a beach right now! xx
DeleteI loooooove Shellac!! I have hot pink on my toes right now (which would be odd in snowy London but is totally appropriate when you're on holiday in sunny Thailand as I am!) ;-)
ReplyDeleteLooks and sounds a great day. x
ReplyDeleteI've been engaging in a lot of snow WARS around London. Watch out Rose, you're next ;)
ReplyDeleteBring it on, Ashley.
DeleteBut you should know... you're going DOWN!
Rose, I recently came across Ashley in the battlefield. She tried to water-board me with a Zara scarf and a handful of the white stuff :(
DeleteAhahah my today's post on my blog is also about snowing but in Paris !!! :)
ReplyDeleteHave a look at it girls !
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xoxo
Looks like my kinda day! Snow gets me so giddy!
ReplyDeleteLove Phoebe's outfit, the coat is great and we have the same bag too. Good old Zara!
Amelia @ Ducklingtoswan.com! :) xxx
Never tried Shellac... It scares me... kind of. That perfection... What if it stays there forever???? ;-)
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had a perfect Sunday!! Mine was great too. No pedicure, but lots of snow, sofa + magazines marathon and lots of chocolate :-)
How was your bloggers meeting on Saturday???
Oh that sounds lovely! Key question though- what kind of chocolate?
DeleteBloggers meet up was awesome, so great to meet so many new faces & hear all about their blogs. Was nice that everyone got along and made friends so quickly.
Will have to do another soon.
Are you going to blog about it? x
DeleteSounds like a perfect Sunday indeed!! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like so much run! Also, perfect hair is perfect in that first photo!
ReplyDeleteYou are gorgeous dressed in wonderful and feminine dresses and you are gorgeous in jeans and jumper!!!
ReplyDeleteTell me your secret!
Is it the dark red polish or maybe your beautiful smile? :D
I love your blog!
Marta
You're very sweet Marta, thankyou!
DeleteIt's probably just the polish ;) x
I stayed in bed all day. Was too scared to set food outside, despite how lovely it looked ;)
ReplyDeleteVery wise.
DeleteThat actually is the perfect Sunday! I've never seen you wear trainers before (albeit they are wedge trainers!) but you look just as awesome in dressed-down casual as dressed up, how do you do it? I really want to try Shellac nails but it seems like a commitment as you have to go back to get them taken off don't you, you can't use polish remover? I know I'd find myself with an extra £60 a month habit if that is so! Such a treat though to just lie back and have a bit of pampering, especially with iPads, tea and biscuits! xo
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Some places remove the Shellac for free if you get a new set applied in the same appointment. Or you can remove it at home with some acetone soaked onto a cotton pad. Wrap it round the nail and then wrap foil around it. Do all 10 fingers and leave for around 15/20 mins, the shellac will just melt off. Wash hands, oil your cuticles and apply hand cream... Nails will be good as new and nourished.
DeleteMel xx
p.s. I am a qualified beauty therapist incase you thought "Who is this random?"
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as the hostess of the bloggers meet up you should really do a blog post on it!! xx
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ReplyDeleteI loved your post!! Snow is so exciting ( for a bit...it gets annoying after a few days hahah)!! I study at Bath and they cancelled my hardest exam cause of snow, so I shouldnt be bitching about it! hahah
Anyway, Im a really big fan of you blog!!
Im a new blogger, so any tips are welcome!!
xxx,
Tatiana
www.internationalsoul.blogspot.com
That really sounds like an ideal Sunday!
ReplyDeleteSnow fights are fantastic--there is nothing but a good opportunity to feel like a kid once in a while, I find -- It's a bit like mind spa :)
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That looks like a fun day! Even though I don't see any sense in having nailpolish on for weeks, as it looks pretty ugly just from growing out after about ten days ..
ReplyDeleteStill, you two are the most gorgeous bloggers in town!!
I always have dark red of my toenails.. any other colour just doesn't look right in my opinion! xx
ReplyDeleteI have never had a shellac manicure/pedicure but I really need to try it out as I am so clumsy, forever chipping my nails!
ReplyDeleteI love your's and Pheobe's outfits, that Missguided Dipdye Jumper is gorgeous.
Looks like you had a lovely Sunday,
Kate xo
Hi Rose,
ReplyDeleteDo you ever get coerced into helping out stressed out females around the country with an interview for their dissertation? If you do what would coerce you? I bake some mightily good slutty brownies?!
It would just be so beyond brilliant to get your opinion on all things blog and social media related.
Let me know what you think/If you have time/If you could squeeze me in.
Thanks!
Love Katie
I am totally addicted to shellac! Gosh it is dangerous, as now all I want to do is get shellac. I sound obsessed… and… I am!! What am I supposed to do with my lovely polish collection now?? xx
ReplyDeleteSounds like my sort of thing, I never had have the patience for pedicures... xxx
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Oh my. I wish I was out enjoying the snow instead of sneaking in a cheeky peak of your new post at work! Jealous. Looks like you had a gorgeous weekend.
ReplyDeleteWish I lived in London (im in Cambridge) so I could come to your bloggers events. There doesn't seem to be a huge scene around here :-(
My weekend consisted of boxsets, tissues, cold relief meds & cough syrup. Soooo jealous of you though! As always!! You & Phoebe both look great!
ReplyDeleteCould you please check this out:
www.smoggynotageordie.blogspot.com and too see if I'm on the right track maybe? It would be soooooo appreciated :)
Big loves Rose! x
Sophie Gass sounds perfect! Last year I took my friend to get our nails done as a little pick-me-up (her boyfriend at the time split up with her and I thought it was absolutely necessary to have girl time) our nails looked lovely, but we're two of the clumsiest girls ever. This did not end well for either of us... Let's just say driving back was a nightmare! Haha nice to know there is a place where nails dry instantly! Xx
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try a Shellac manicure/pedicure, it sounds like such a good idea if you're going on holiday!
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I got so inspired by this because of the snow that we are having here in the states that I cuddled up and gave myself a mani and pedi with a giant cup of warm coffee and a lovely new book (weather is too bad to actually go to get it done for me, plus the closest place is at least 20 miles away!)! Thank you for the inspiration! Made for a lovely way to spend the morning.
ReplyDeleteShellac pedicures sound amazing! I am so lazy about bending down to paint my toes, but hate naked nails!
ReplyDeleteYour Sunday night chip shop dinner sounds delicious. Mmmmm, vinegar!
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I love yours' and Phoebes' outfits in this post, you both look well equipped to deal with the snow in style!
ReplyDeleteShellac is awesome, I get my nails done when I can.
Lx
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wonderful. Snow might be cold & a bit of a pain, but it's so pretty I forgive it!
ReplyDeletelove your cosy look, and your nails look fabulous. What a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. I should have that done.I am such a lazy so and so. Right now I'm sporting very chipped Emprise fingernails. Lazy!
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Sounds lovely! I only use Shellac ever since I first tried it. It's a million times better than the traditional kind, especially since I'm a bit clumsy! By the way, are you going to post about Saturday's bloggger meet for those you sadly couldn't attend? I'd love to see some pictures!
ReplyDeleteAdore your outfit Rose - casual yet still chic, a hard look to pull off! Sounds like the perfect Sunday to me too.
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Lovely snowy photos. A bit of pampering is always great on a Sunday.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving Shellac pedi/mani's at the moment
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pictures xx
I absolutely love it when I see you pop up in my blog feed haha. I haven't tried shellac yet but I really want to, the results look great on you :) Currently loving snow wars too hehe. xx
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What a lovely post! I have had a LOT of snow at the moment too! I took some pictures too, haha!
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Rosie i'm becoming obsessed with your style! I love those shoes and come pay day will be getting my paws on them! Plus i've just ordered two things from your lust list.
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Rosie i'm becoming obsessed with your style! I love those shoes and come pay day will be getting my paws on them! Plus i've just ordered two things from your lust list.
ReplyDeleteYou are bad for my bank balance..in such a damn good way!
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Rosie i'm becoming obsessed with your style! I love those shoes and come pay day WILL be getting my paws on them! Plus i've just ordered two things from your lust list.
ReplyDeleteYou are bad for my bank balance...in such a damn good way!
xx
Adorable outfit and I love your shoes! With those kicks, however, now that I'm officially in my late 20's and staring 30 in the face (what?!), I get to play the lovely, Am I too old for that? game. :(
ReplyDeleteYour pictures are lovely!
ReplyDeleteAnd I Googled Shellac nails for my city to see who can hook me up. I am the definition of clumsy when it comes to keeping polish looking spiffy.
I can totally relate about being lazy with pedicures. Shellac, I'm coming for you.
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After having shellac manicures, I can't go back to regular! They last almost three weeks for me, which is saying something because I put my hands through the ringer with cooking and crafting (glue gun burns, ouch!).
ReplyDeleteI love all of your accessories! The Prada paired with wedge sneakers is a great combo.
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Oh my goodness I want your shoes! So cute!!!!! Ahh!
ReplyDeleteI am in desperate need of a mani/pendie soon! Need to relax with a gal pal and enjoy one!
You will love the Shellac! Also a tip-- if you find that its been two weeks and your nails are getting a bit long/ grown out you can easily paint over and the polish still lasts quite long!
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The nail color looks lovely.. :)
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Sunday perfection! Oxblood pedi heyyyo.
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Great pics! Now I really want fish and chips... xx
ReplyDeleteWISH WISH WISH I had your legs! You look so great in jeans and hi-tops; I always just look short and stumpy hahaha.
ReplyDeletePhoebe is so stunning too! I love shellac, bought a mani for my mums birthday and I was I insanely jealous of the awesomeness
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i have never been a fan of the wedge sneakers but yours are amazing! i may have to try them!
ReplyDeletedefinitely going to get shellac for my holidays!! xx
ReplyDeleteHi Rose,
ReplyDeleteI am writing to ask some advice. You probably read loads of soppy emails a day asking for advice and I have often read the ones posted on here and thought your replies are perfect.
It's hard to know exactly how to ask this question and of course, it is a big thing writing something personal online- but I think you'll know the answer.
I am 16 and broke up with my boyfriend a few months ago. As it is a new year a want to learn from the mistake I made being with him...because of the mistakes and the way the break up made me feel, I now feel as though no one will ever want me. There is this boy I have liked for a long time (I thought nothing would ever happen with him and so when my ex asked, I felt I might as well). These guys are friends so it's a bit awrkward.
I'm sorry for this embarassingly long 'note', and I guess what I'm asking is do I encourage the guy I like (I think he likes me) or do I not??
xx
Gorgeous colour, I love the shoes you and Phoebe are wearing, I was so close to getting yours in the ASOS sale but now they're sold out! Teaches me to buy on impulse ;) xxx
ReplyDeleteI was wondering if you are going to put up a post on the blogger meet up
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this post :) I need to go get myself a Shellac manicure!x
ReplyDeleteSheelac is unreal, that salon looks amazing!
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loving the outfit! Xx
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No pictures from lunch??
ReplyDeleteI live by Shellac, said goodbye to chipped awful nails for good! Love both your outfits here, wrapped up but still on trend! xxx
ReplyDeleteI love your outfit Rosie! Beautiful! x
ReplyDeleteLove Shellac (or Gels as they are also known in the US)- such a bargin compared to a regular manicure!
ReplyDeleteHi Rose, I stumbled upon your blog today and am addicted!! I went through old posts and as I type this I can smell the slutty brownies baking in my oven, my husband is very excited (and thankful for your recipe).
ReplyDeleteYou've got such a great blog with really fantastic posts, I think I will be visiting your page more often :) I've just started blogging, so yours is great inspiration..
Piper x
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I love the result of your Shellac! Can you give an update on how long it lasted?
ReplyDeleteYour nails look lovely and it sounds like the perfect Sunday! X
ReplyDeleteI've had shellac before and it is really good. i'd get it for holidays for sure, especially on my toes. Fingers I like to try different colours while I'm away.
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Looks like a great way to spend the snowy day! Will have to try the shellac - the winter boots are so hard on the pedi!
ReplyDeleteHow come I only discovered this blog!
ReplyDeleteI new follower over here!!
xx A.
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Shellac is amazizng! Love it. And I also really love your blog, Rose. You are my insporation for blogging. I want to try and achieve a blog like yours in the long run- one that is down to earth and plain awesome!
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How funny... my cousin is a nail beautician and she works with shellac..must tell her about this post
ReplyDeleteI'm now on an official hunt to get those wedge trainers, they look amazing on! :) Love your style Rose!! xx
ReplyDeleteI apologize for repeating this question from a previous post, but it went unanswered, and i see that you and Phoebe both sport Topshop denim, so here goes!
ReplyDeleteAre Topshop skinnies of decent quality? I adore Jbrand, Paige, and Ernest Sewn as they do not stretch and maintain their shape, but spending all that money while I'm currently losing weight (the healthy way!) is just not economical. You look great in yours. Can you vouch for their awesomeness?
The one thing I keep going over is the fact that you went to a fish n' chip shop on a Sunday?!?!? This actually would be part of the perfect Sunday for me! The amount of times The Boy and I have had a craving for fish and chips while snuggled up watching Sunday afternoon movies and everywhere local to us is closed. It's a disappointment to say the least, so bravo on living in an area where fish n' chips is so readily available!
ReplyDeleteI have been using latest collection Shellac polish and I really satisfied.A good spot to get Shellac polish is Runway Professional and the nail polishes free from harmful chemicals , i strongly recommend to visit that site , you can save big amount by doing it yourself at home.
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