Whether you have a partner or not, I think Valentines is a day to embrace! What can possibly be bad about celebrating love? Whether it's the love for your other half, or love for yourself, here are a few reasons why you should love Valentines day.

Valentines Gift Guide: For Him

We're onto the mens gift guide! I'm pretty sure I say this every single time I make any kind of gift guide for men, but are they not just the hardest to buy for?! As always, I've gone back to my 'safe' gifts for this gift guide. Men are usually pretty happy with anything! I think maybe this year I'll get Jamie a little something then treat him to a homemade Steak!

How to: Voluminous Hair

I've always had a love-hate relationship with my hair. It's always been a bit lifeless. Over the years I've found some products and ways of styling that help give it that extra bit of 'oomph' that I'm after. The first is in the washing! I always try to reach for a volumising shampoo, one of my faves brands being Aussie. I used to find skipping conditioning my hair helped with volume, but now my hair is coloured this is a step I really can't miss! Instead, I try to focus the conditioner on my ends, avoiding my roots as much as I can! Next is the blow dry, I feel an investment in a really good hairdryer is so important, such as the Panasonic Hair Dryer. It's so important to find a hairdryer that leaves your hair shiny, as opposed to dry and static. When drying, I like to tip my head upside down and dry the roots first, trying to lift them as much as possible. I haven't quite mastered the whole 'brush in one hand dryer in the other' that every hairdresser seems to do so well yet, but if you're as talented as that, you should totally go for it, as it'll add that little more volume you need!

Cosy Night In: The Essentials

Valentines Gift Guide: For Her

It's February, which means valentines! I love Valentines - I think it's brilliant to be able to have a day to celebrate the love for your special someone, or if you're single, I think it's an amazing time to celebrate some self-love!! Jamie and I never do anything big for valentines gifts - I'm happy with some flowers and chocolates, although I thought I'd put together a little gift guide for anyone wondering what to buy the women in their life, or if you're alone, what to spoil yourself with!!