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November 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

A makeup masterclass review: Tori Harris

I know, I know, Darling Lovelies, I’ve been very lax on the old blogging front. There WILL be a post very soon explaining all the crazy, life-changing, beyond-my-wildest-dreams thing sthat have been…


September 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

A Dartmoor tribute part 2 – Angels of Dartmoor

Morning Darling Lovelies! Did you catch part one of our epic Dartmoor shoot on the blog yesterday? Yes? Good. Read on. No? Shimmy over and have a glance before embarking on part…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

A Dartmoor tribute part one – Wistman’s Wood

Dartmoor is a very special place to me. It’s where I used to go with my dad, who passed away around a year and a half ago. Whenever he visited me at…


August 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

How to dress for the office (and look fabulous)

Just because you work in an office doesn’t mean you can’t live a creative life. My lovely friend Kasia is a prime example of how you can look smart and groomed without…



July 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

How to make the most of your hair appointment

Today I’m off for another fun session at The Parlour London and I’m pretty much an old hand at the getting my hair done thing now. I have a hell of a…


June 2014


May 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Three things that are wrong with the fashion industry

As you can probably tell, I love clothes. I think of what I wear as decorating myself – I love to be creative and to show my personality with the things that…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Pretty things I’ve bought lately

I’m really loving all of the colours and fabrics this season – whimsical, pretty pastels seem to have flooded the high street (hey, maybe we really are trendsetters) and I’ve been making…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Five pretty pastel statement necklaces

It’s almost pay day, so it’s time to start window shopping (at least)! I’ve certainly been doing just that and I’ve found the following five absolutely fabulous and outrageously gorgeous statement necklaces…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Six to-die-for sunglasses for summer 2014

Summer is almost here – and that means that it’s time to pull out those fabulous shades (at least, we hope so)! So we thought we’d share our very favourite sunglasses for…


April 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

My big hair makeover at The Parlour London

Those of you who have followed the blog for a while will know that my hair is… erm… a work in progress. Or, like Madonna, likes to continuously be re-invented. As a…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Spring clean your make-up bag

It’s the time of year for a good old spring clean. Beautiful blossoms, tweeting birds and a sense of fresh starts are filling the air. But while we’re all too keen to…


March 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Pretty rainbow style inspiration

I love rainbows. I also think that pretty rainbow style shouldn’t just be for kids – so I’ve compiled some pretty rainbow-related products from around the Internets for grown ups who love…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

SS14 candy store – mix and match pastel fashion

Spring has officially sprung. Things are in bloom, people are going outside without coats and the relentless rain seems to have given us a reprieve. So I thought I’d celebrate with some…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Taking back my body – my battle with PCOS

A few weeks ago, I went to a party. My husband, John, had a quick shower, threw on a clean shirt and was ready to go. I set aside the whole day…


February 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

My top five perfume ads

Usually I hate ads and prefer to potter around making tea until whatever I’m watching comes back on. But occasionally a perfume ad or short fashion film is so well shot, has…


January 2014

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

What’s in my beauty routine? Five essentials I swear by

A short and sweet beauty post today. After the last winter beauty post , I’ve been asked a lot about my general beauty must-haves. The truth is there are many products I…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Darling Lovely Designers: Sesame and Lilly

Happy Friday everyone. As part of our style and beauty section, I’ve decided to take a look at some of my favourite designers, whether it be shoes, clothes, jewellery or interiors (or…


December 2013

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Win your winter beauty care with Weleda

Last week you may have seen our top five winter must-have winter beauty products ! We featured one of our all-time favourite moisturisers, Skin Food by Weleda , an ethical, green, natural…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

My five must-have winter beauty products

Winter is a tricky time of year for beauty. Personally, I go out less, so I honestly tend to let my beauty routine slip a little. The cold can be very drying,…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Unorthodox beauty tips – from the experts

Happy Friday everyone! Today is a bit of a bumper edition. We’ve asked around our make-up artist and beauty expert friends to find the most unusual beauty tips that you may have…


November 2013

· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Our favourite festive season party dresses

Aren’t the holidays amazing? Not only is there a sense of magic (mostly fostered by John Lewis ads) in the air but party season starts in force – and gives us a…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Make-up lessons – the best gift I ever gave myself

Before I begin this article, I’d like to write a little disclaimer. You are beautiful. You don’t need make up to be gorgeous, and this won’t be for everyone. This is a…


· by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor

Adorable candy-coated winter wear

Who says winter has to be bleak. Yes, I know that pastels typically make their appearance in spring, and yes, strictly speaking many of these clothes could be worn in warmer weather.…