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How to LOVE your workouts this summer

We’ve all been there when it comes to gym motivation (or lack of!)… “I’m too tired”, “I have too much to do” and the old classic, “I’m washing my hair that evening” are common excuses we’re all guilty of using when it comes to a date with the gym. But we all want to look […]

6 Suitcase Essentials for Your Summer Getaway

We all know how tricky it can be to remember absolutely everything on the list for our summer getaways – especially if you’re packing for a partner and children too. Luckily, help is at hand at Elephant Yard in Kendal, where you can pick up all the must-haves in one handy shopping spot. Here are […]

Wonderful Wimbledon inspired looks…

Pop the Pimm’s in the fridge and stock up on strawberries and cream – it’s nearly that time of the year again, Wimbledon season is almost upon us. This summer, we’re loving these wonderful Wimbledon-inspired looks… This feminine Trellis Floral Pocket Wrap Skirted Dress from Laura Ashley (£85) is perfect for a garden party or […]

Social media’s summer beauty looks we love and loathe

Two of our favourite social media platforms, Instagram and Pinterest, have been awash with new beauty trends lately – just in time for summer. While we’re loving some of the trends and can’t wait to try out space buns and mismatched nail art, we’re yet to be convinced on some of the others (scented temporary […]

5 steps to a healthy Summer

Everyone knows it’s easy to let a healthy lifestyle slip in the summer. Afternoons spent sunbathing, drinking bottomless Pimm’s and enjoying countless barbecues can take its toll on our bodies and of course, our overall health and wellbeing. Here are our top tips to stay healthy during the summer months* Make the most of the […]

Top tips for your Summer holiday prep…

It’s finally here, the holiday you’ve been waiting for. Ever since you booked the flights and the fabulous hotel, you’ve been counting down the days until you can bid farewell to the usual responsibilities, and just enjoy some time away to rest, relax, unwind and explore somewhere new. But we all know one of the […]

Mens style – Three trends we’re loving this Summer

The weather is certainly getting warmer which means a wardrobe overhaul following the cooler months of winter and spring. For women’s fashion, embellishment has been a huge trend this spring and looks set to continue into summer. When it comes to men’s fashion, we’ve seen a number of fabulous trends we think are perfect for […]

Flower power fashion for your little ones

Florals and spring are the dream team when it comes to fashion for those warmer days. We’re especially loving Next and Claire’s Accessories’ new ranges for our little lovelies enjoying the sunshine. Here are our favourite floral fashion picks for little girls this spring and summer… The flower sunglasses (£6) from Next are absolutely adorable.Embellished […]

Fabulous art for all this May…

Louise Brown Exhibition – 20th – 31st of May We welcome you to take a wonder around the beautiful AC Gallery this May and view the glorious work by self taught artist, Lousie Brown. Louise happily admits to being “bonkers about animals”. It is the humourous and comical element of Lousie’s artwork and the rapid […]