Bright Shiny Colours.

Dress from Bonprix*| Headband from Violet Eyes*

Summer time is the time for special occasions, we see many Weddings, days at the races or a special parties. Picking the right dress for the occasion is always something I struggle with, even though I have 101 dresses in my wardrobe, I never seem to have the right one.

This cute floral dress may not be perfect for my next wedding (The Briar Roses!!!) but the cute and casual number is so sweet for my laid back lifestyle. I love that you can pair it with little flip flops and walk on the beach, or dress is up, with a flower headband, and blazer. The bright colours and floral print get me straight away, I also love that it has little sleeves, not enough dresses have little sleeves. 

I paired it with my new and very dainty headband, and doesn't it go wonderfully with the bright design of the dress. The lovely Jodie, has recently started selling on Etsy for Violet Eyes. Such a lovely sweet shop, full of floral goodness, cute badges and lovely rings. If you're looking for a little gift for a friend, or something to make an outfit extra special (but not spend a lot of money doing it) be sure to check out Jodie's shop.

My parents went to Cornwall at the Weekend, with the woofers, and so we celebrated Fathers Day a little early this year. I was able to show off my new dress & give my Dad his present, my parents have been so awesome recently. Dad helped us especially with moving into the new flat, putting every photo up for us and knowing things that I haven't got a clue with. Thank you Daddy ♥

Be sure to enter my giveaway to win a Very Blouse HERE

& to win Wedding Stationary HERE

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Alfie & Tilly. John Paul Pet.

John Paul pet products*

Alfie and Tilly are very much a part of Stephanie Dreams, and every so often they get asked to try different products or items for review. They are always happy to try a different chew, bath in a different shampoo or lay in a new pretty bed.

They are always running around in muddy fields and swimming in dirty lakes, so finding a new, so finding something new to scrub them up nice and clean with, is always nice.

Paul Mitchell is a very well known hair care brand, and so when I heard about the co-founder starting John Paul pet, I got very excited, and wanted Alf & Tilly to try out everything. 

It's important not to bath dogs too much, and if you have to, then you must make sure you get the best shampoo for them. I picked the Awapoochi shampoo & conditioner combo for them to try, and oh my gosh it smells immense. I love the fact that you can buy the conditioner for them too, but even the shampoo alone promises shine and nourishment to the canines coat. I also am so happy to see that all the products are tried on humans first! So wonderful knowing that if it's not good enough for us, it's not good enough for them.

I also think the body and paw wipes are so good and handy to have, it's not always possible to get the woofers washed and cleaned, straight away. These handy wipes are perfect to carry with you, or have in the house for when you have dirty paws to clean, leaving them soft and smell wonderful. 

Alfie and Tilly give a thumbs up and a waggy tail for these fabulous John Paul pet products, and encourage all their canine friends to purchase some posh pampering goodies too.
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Lace and Purple Flowers (Giveaway)

Blouse from Very*| Leggings from George at Asda| Shoes from Matalan

When the sun is shining, taking evening walks is probably one our favourite things to do. We're lucky to live right next to canal and many pretty paths and fields, perfect to unwind after any sort of day.

I adore this blouse so much, the lace and the purple pop of colour, just makes it perfect. I love how easy you can dress it up or down either, so sweet and lovely. I love anything cream or white and anything lace, at the moment, so together this makes the prettiest top my eyes have seen. 

I'm so excited to say the lovely Very people, are offering my lovely readers the chance to win  the blouse too ♥

All you need to do is follow Mr. Rafflecopter down there, and he'll tell you what to do.

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That Lovely June Day.

Dress from Peacocks*| Hairband from Topshop

How lovely this sunny Saturday was, the sun was high in the sky with amazing bright blue skies and I made my way to see the gorgeous Tamsin. 

Tamsin and I have met briefly before, but she's always some one I chat to on twitter, and since the engagement she has been so supportive and lovely. When we both had the day free, I jumped at the chance to pop down and spend some time in her lovely little town. We ate yummy food, chatted about everything, saw a wedding at the abbey and (I) bought a few bits and bobs in the cute shops dotted around. We then popped back to get Max, her gorgeous little woofer dog, filled with a field of buttercups we took some photos and enjoyed the sun while Max enjoyed his walk. I had such a wonderful day, and I honestly can't wait to see Tamsin again...there will be a next time, sorry, you're stuck with me now!

*See our vlog from the day here*

Later in the day ♥

The sun still had it's hat on hours after I got through the door, Sam and I thought it a shame to waste a beautiful evening and so decided to take a walk. I was able to show off my new cat face jumper and London Retro Glasses, as the sunset over the pretty yellow fields.

Jumper from Skip N' Whistle*| Glasses from My Optique*

The sweatshirt is so cosy and lovely, I was glad it was a little chilly on the way back, so I had a chance to try it out. I think it will look super cute with so many outfits, but also perfect for a lazy day. I thought I looked too cool in my "geek glasses" and a big cat face staring out at every one looking. I feel a bit like Proudlock in the designer glasses, I just think they're super fun and can change an outfit and look so quickly. 

I also found some amazing new outfit post locations, both in the pretty wood with the sun shining through and the amazing yellow rapeseed flower fields. 

What an lovely day, a warm heart and a huge smile on my face.

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Joules Sunbird Floral Duvet Cover.

Reversible Sunbird Floral Duvet Cover from Joules*

Since Sam and I have moved out together, home ware has become a huge love of mine. I'm forever picking up items to put in out little flat, most of  which have no purpose, they just happen to look pretty ♥

There's many a fairy light, cute signs and bunting around our lovely home. I love sharing new purchases with you and taking you on tours of our humble abode. When Joules offered us a duvet covers to try, I couldn't resist, after visiting the Bath store opening recently, I've fallen in love with some of their homely goodness. 

The amazing reversible duvet set is so gorgeous, I love the bright design of flowers and birds, it's just so pretty. Even better is the fun stripe on the back, perfect for when Sam is feeling everything is just a little too girly. It is so amazingly soft, cosy and basically I want to stay in bed for days and days now. The button fastening are gorgeous, and the details on this duvet, just make it feel extra special and lovely. 

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Hey There Sailor.

Dress from Krisp*| Sunglasses from Hey Sailor*| Headband from Crown & Glory

How lovely has this weather been, it's a huge shame that I've been stuck at work for the most of it, but even there it makes everything better. On Thursday I managed to enjoy the sun, visiting wedding party venues and went for lunch at a lovely little pub over looking the canal- perfect in the sun ♥

I got to wear my lovely dress, I adore the colour and the flowing bottom, I just want to "swoosh" every where in it. I paired it with my custom floral hair band, which I haven't worn in so long, I now remember how much I love it. 

I also got to take my amazing vintage sunglasses for a spin, how awesome are they. Yes, I have an sunglasses problem at the moment, there are just too many gorgeous pairs out there, perfect to cover my face. Hey Sailor is a new find for me, and a little online shop that is much worth a look, fun and quirky pieces that brighten peoples lives. 

I'm very excited about my parents looking at buying a Spa for when they re-do the garden, the Artesian Spas they're looking at look awesome. A hot tub, with some fizz in your hand, now that sounds kind of perfect. The garden spa will work really well, as it's a lot smaller, and so won't make our little garden look silly. 

I hope you're all enjoying the sunshine and managing to get our the pretty summer dresses.

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Welcome to Wedding Dreams.

Dress from TK Maxx (Monsoon)| Floral Crown from Crown and Glory| Necklace from Chelsea Doll*

Wedding Dreams, a personal wedding blog written by a UK Bride-to-be, featuring DIY's, ideas and inspiration ideas

Hello lovelies, I know that I've mentioned Wedding Dreams before, but I wanted to launch my new blog....so here it is ♥

A wedding blog was always something that I thought about, I even spoke to Paige a month or so before about starting my "planning before the ring" type blog. I love weddings, they just excite me, bring all my emotions out and I just feed off how I feel when I talk about them or see them. I love being in control, I love planning something & seeing it unreal and being lived out. Event planning is something I've always thrived from, parties, holidays, you name it. 

Planning our wedding is something I want to take in, every tiny little detail, and thanks to Stephanie Dreams and my love for blogging, I am happy that I want to share the planning process with you (and any one who wishes to read along)

Wedding Dreams will document our planning from now until then. Featuring everything from my ideas, the inspiration I find, pretty things I'm lusting after and others beautiful and fun wedding items. It's something I'm passionate about, excited about, and want to improve and gain followers and readers as I go on.

I'm sharing the same Twitter & Instagram, however using #weddingdreams, so if you're super interesting in following just that, you can do easier.

Please follow and take a look at Wedding Dreams through your google gfc reading list or Bloglovin. 

I wore this amazing dress to our first engagement shoot last week. The amazing Chloe Lee snapped us in Bournemouth for our fun and easy seaside shoot, I'm so excited to share them all with you (and will do on Wedding Dreams once I get them all.) I also got to showcase my gorgeous necklace from Chelsea Doll. The name necklaces are really perfect for both bride and bridal party, I can't wait to wear it at other wedding events in the feature. Huge thank you to the girls there ♥

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Fly Fly Away.

Top from Topshop| Skirt from Primark| Necklace from Primark| Ray-Ban Sunglasses from Sunglasses Shop*

I love having something to look forward to at the Weekend, work is so busy and crazy at the moment, it's nice to keep the week going with fun things. This weekend was filled with cake, tea, fizz and work friends. We enjoyed the sun, chatted and giggled, and I got to air my pasty pins. 

I got to show off my stunning Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses, really a dream pair of sunnies that I'd been lusting after so long. I always think any one would look like a total fitty in aviators, honestly it's true (and yes! I'm a fitty!)

"Sunglasses Shop is now the UK’s largest online retailer of sunglasses. Our customers come for our huge range of products and our top level of customer service."

Today I took part in Race for Life, it's such an amazing cause and one that is very close to my heart. It such an awesome, but emotional atmosphere there! If you want cancer to jog on, I'd love any sponsors here.

The day didn't end there, and I was soon whizzing to Bristol, for the #craftybloggermeet. It was such a fun little meet up, so I want to say a huge thank you to Paige & Sammy for organising it. I made bunny ears with flowers.....need I say more!

Ray-Ban 3025 Aviator

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Soak Yourself. Soap.

Soak Yourself Soaps*

I've never been a huge fan on bars of soap, usually drying and don't smell great! However as shops, such as Lush, came around I got into them a little more. So many amazing smells and awesome designs, all in a soap. 

When Soak yourself offered me some their soaps to try, I couldn't say no. How happy I am, one of them even has glitter in it- bloody amazing.

Gone are the days of feeling like a little old lady with your bar of soap, this is so the way forward. These beauties are 100% natural, smell amazing and are good for the skin.

The perfect little gift, or something to just treat your self.

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Glitter Eyes.

Dress from Primark| Floral Bow from Mod Dolly*| Sunglasses from Primark

Another dress, another bank holiday day ♥

Sunday was a family day, we popped into see the woofers, after having them for a week we were missing them a huge amount. Saw Sam's grandparents and went over to his for a roast dinner. We both would have preferred a BBQ with how lovely the weather was, but it was still so yummy. We then still had time to go out with our friends for some celebratory fizz and cocktails, if I can celebrate our engagement for the next 18 months, that would be fabulous!

I wore this dress to the Etsy wedding event, but never had the chance to shoot some proper outfit photos for it. I'm loving this mint colour at the moment, for the summer sunny months it really just brightens the day. I had the chance to wear my glitter cat eye sunglasses too, they're so awesome and maybe a little silly, but I feel totally fashion-forward in them (ha! loser). I think the pretty flower bow goes really well with my hair, I love the size of it, the bigger the better when it comes to hair accessories. 

PS- Hello freshly coloured roots, you were much needed.

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