Christmas Pamper Evening

So it's only a week till Christmas, meaning there is no better time to have a relaxing, well deserved Christmas pamper evening. It's important to take some time out from the stress that comes with the festive season. You need to treat yourself after all those hours spent shopping for gifts! These are my favourite things to do on cold winter nights…


First things first, you need to make sure you're comfy. This is undeniably one of the most important steps. Whether it's a fluffy pair of Primark pyjamas (see this  blog post) or a pair of trusty trackie bottoms and a Christmas jumper. I like to wear my oversized, long F&F dressing gown in a blush colour (my cat Tiny loves to be covered in this too!) over this gorgeous pant and vest set from Primark so I don't get too hot! Last but not least, don't forget the fluffy socks!


Next on the list, you need to gather together all your favourite Christmas-time treats. I suggest mince pies and a big mug of hot chocolate - My favourite is the Cadbury’s one, finished off with a handful of marshmallows. If you're feeling especially indulgent you could crack open a tub of Celebrations, go on, it is Christmas after all! At this point I would also make a hot water bottle to ensure maximum coziness, as well as lighting a candle, like this lovely IKEA one which smells of cinnamon! Don't forget to turn on the Christmas tree lights!


Once your all comfy and have your snacks at the ready it's time to snuggle up on the sofa with lots of blankets - What better time to watch a Christmas movie then now! My favourite Christmas films are The Grinch, which is a great all rounder. Alternatively, if you're looking for something funny then I would definitely recommend Deck the Halls! For a less traditional but equally heart warming spin on Christmas, check out Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.


What would you do on your perfect pamper evening? Let me know down below!

Primark Haul

Heya! I hope you are all enjoying December, it's finally acceptable to watch Christmas movies and buy Christmas jumpers! In fact, as I'm writing this I am watching the Grinch, which has to be one of my favourite films at this time of year. Anyway, onto the Primark Haul…


The first thing I picked up was this stunning poncho, which is a mix of pink, blue and grey. It was only £10, which I thought made it an absolute bargain! To me it looks much more expensive. I have never owned anything remotely like this, but as soon as I saw it I fell in love.  This poncho is so cosy, it's literally like a big blanket! I think it's quite sophisticated and minimalistic, and is a nice alternative to the popular bomber jackets or khaki parkas. I love how it can be slipped on casually or even worn over a dress.


The next thing that caught my eye was this grey cardigan which was £8. I was looking for a cardigan to wear over a dress for a formal family outing. I really liked the length, it was just a smidge longer than my dress. I always seem to gravitate towards greys, I think it's because of how versatile they are. Cardigans like this are great for layering as they are thin enough to wear under a coat when it's extra chilly.


After that, I picked up these gorgeous black Chelsea boots, £14. They are ideal budget winter shoes, and are surprisingly sturdy considering their price. I brought these to wear with a dress, yet they could also be worn when you're simply running errands. These shoes are so comfy, I would recommend sizing up so that you can wear a pair of thick cosy socks underneath them. I usually wear trainer shoes so these were a welcome alternative.


Finally, the last thing I picked up were these adorable Seven Dwarfs ‘Sleepy’ pyjamas for £11. I'm actually wearing this right now as I'm wearing this, yes it is 3.30pm but I have been so ill - That seems to be the worse thing about this time of year, chesty coughs and colds. Anyway, these pyjamas are so fluffy and warm, they really do brighten up cold, winter days. The main colours are grey, white and pink, however there are so many to choose from. I don't know about you, but Primark’s winter pyjamas always make me feel so Christmassy! The dwarf on these pyjamas resembles Father Christmas, and he has a super soft beard!


That brings me to the end of my Primark haul, I hope you've enjoyed it! As always, don't forget to follow my social medias so that you can keep up with all of my blog posts! Enjoy the rest of your day, stay warm!

November Favourites

Good evening guys, I hope you've had a good week! I cannot believe December is upon us, this year has flown past in what feels like seconds. Winters definitely back, along with cold weather which just makes me want to stay snuggled in bed all day. Today I thought I'd share my November favourites, which are a mixture of place and room decor. Without further ado…


First up is The Savoy in London. I went with my family for my nan's birthday and I assumed it wouldn't be my cup of tea, but I couldn't have been more wrong! It was absolutely stunning, such a once in the life time experience. We went for afternoon tea and it was perfect; yummy finger sandwiches, delicious scones and gorgeous cakes, which were very aesthetically pleasing and Instagram worthy may I add!


The other place I loved in November was also in London - Winter Wonderland! It really was a wonderland. I live in a village so our Christmas fair is on a much smaller scale, Winter Wonderland far exceeded my expectations. It wasn't just markets, but there was a huge wheel in the centre, loads of rides, pop up restaurants...A sublime combination of smells and things to see!


Moving onto room decor, I purchased this lovely cushion from the National Gallery. I have a mountain of cushions on my bed, which are from IKEA to Primark to local shops, and this will be a welcome addition! It's so soft and well made, you can just tell it's of good quality. It also has the Tudors on, which is one of my favourite eras.


Finally are two Christmas candles which I bought from IKEA. One is a tea light holder, it was only a few pounds but it felt much more expensive, it was from their VINTER range, as was the candle. As for the candle, I have burnt it every single day without fail, it smells so good, arguably the best smelling candle I have ever had! It just smells of Christmas and whenever I light it, I just can't wait for the big day!


I hope you enjoyed finding out the places and items I have loved during November! What have you been loving this November? Let me know in the comments! Don't forget to follow me on all my social media, @gracedoesbeauty (Twitter) & gracedoesbeautyxoxo (Instagram). Stay warm and enjoy the first week of December guys!