It’s a new year which means only one thing, New Years Resolutions, so I’ve decided to jot down my 10 Blogging Resolutions for The World According to Gem. 1. Continue to grow my readership. When 2012 started my blog was merely a blip on the Bloggersphere but with a lot of hard work my blog … Continue reading
As the title suggests, I just wanted to do one final round up post to share with you the bloggers I’ve been reading the most this year. If you want to see a full list of the bloggers I love please check out my Blogroll. Favourite Lifestyle Blogger – The Londoner Not only is Rosie … Continue reading
So I’ve covered off my Favourite Products of 2012 but which were the ones that left me feeling more than a little disappointed? Here are the products of the year that just didn’t work for me. Umberto Giannini Volume Blow Dry Spray – £5.49 from Boots I was willing to overlook the fact that the … Continue reading
It’s hard to believe that it’s the final day of 2012, a time to reflect on the year gone by and the products that have made it great. It was hard to narrow it down to just a handful as there’s been some truly awesome products I’ve discovered this year, however with the exception of … Continue reading
Sorry for the radio silence these last few days, I had posts scheduled but real life got in the way and I didn’t get a chance to finish writing them up. Anyway, I’m back now with more suggestions of products you should be packing if you’re heading to the slopes this season or even if … Continue reading
Last night was our infamous team pub crawl #12PubsofXmas so I’ll keep this short and sweet. If there’s one thing you need to try this Christmas it’s the beastly Triple Cheesemas burger from Byron. This monster burger features not one, but two 6oz patties, three types of cheese and Byron’s signature spicy sauce. I first … Continue reading
With only a matter of weeks until we hit the slopes I’ve been on the look out for some awesome new products to try. After a bit of twitter banter the lovely Louise, founder of Natural Hero, offered to send me some products and being as accident-prone as I am I leapt at the chance. … Continue reading
Being the great Fiancee/Girlfriend I am I appreciate that it’s not just us girlies who suffer with skin issues when Jack Frost comes around which is why I was quick to pick up this fab little set for Mike when I was wandering Sephora last week. Of course I also wanted to use him as … Continue reading
As a seasoned long-haul traveller I know only too well what it’s like to struggle to rehydrate my skin or desperately battle with a break out. After several years of trial and error though, I’ve managed to minimise the effects of long-haul flying with these awesome products and if I am unfortunate enough to still … Continue reading
Sorry for the lack of posts over the last few days. It’s been a real struggle to get back to UK time since getting home on Sunday. Whilst I am scheduling posts for the next few weeks I thought I’d share a few snaps from my trip. I was really lucky to have a free … Continue reading
Whilst I’m not one for wearing lots of make up, the make up I do wear is rather long-lasting and as such I’m quite thorough when it comes to removing it and like to make sure every last scrap is removed before I go to sleep. It’s got so bad that Mike has actually asked … Continue reading
Designers Guild scented candle – Linen* You may recognise this wonderful looking candle from my Amara Christmas Gift Ideas post. The kind folks from Amara got in touch and asked me if I’d like to review one of their scented candles and this seemed like the perfect one for me. Fresh, non-floral scent – check! Shades … Continue reading
I only recently stumbled across Amara but it is swiftly becoming one of my favourite places to shop, and the ideal place to grab some awesome Christmas presents for those hard to buy friends and relatives. Below are my top picks from Amara to cover everyone from your cute little nephew through to your Aunt … Continue reading
This time next week I’ll be on my way to San Francisco. That in itself is pretty exciting, as San Francisco is my favourite place in the States, but it also means a long overdue opportunity to shop and grab the things I can’t get back here in England. My first wish list showed you my … Continue reading
As I’m sure many of you are aware, last week Selfridges’ Lucky Bags went on sale, sold out within 48 hours and then caused mass outrage less than 24 hours later when they started arriving. The main issue was that Selfridges had promised a lucky dip from the most exciting make-up, hair, skin and … Continue reading
In recent weeks I’ve seen a rise in traffic coming from my lovely readers on Facebook, so I thought it was about time I created a little page on Facebook for The World According to Gem. Feel free to pop on over and take a look at The World According to Gem Facebook page
It’s tough being a girl sometimes, particularly in November when the men folk in our lives are growing facial fuzz to help raise awareness of men’s health, specifically prostate and testicular cancer. I’ve tried to convince Mike that keeping my legs festively fuzzy is just my way of getting in on the action, but he … Continue reading
When deciding on our honeymoon we struggled to find somewhere that ticked all our boxes. First and foremost we wanted somewhere relaxing, figuring that after nearly two years of planning we would need a well earned rest once the main event was done. Unfortunately though I have a short attention span, and being someone who … Continue reading
I like to think I’m fairly immune to advertising, but when the advert for Nivea Express Hydration Primer appeared on my TV I just knew I had to have it. And when I then discovered it was just £3.99 (RRP. £4.99) in Superdrug, I just knew it was meant to be! But was it worth … Continue reading
Having toyed with the idea of buying Origins‘ VitaZing for months, I jumped at the chance to purchase it as part of the Brightening Musts set which includes not only the full size VitaZing but also a 30ml Modern Friction (my favourite Origins product!) and 5ml GinZing for £1 less than the price of VitaZing on it’s own. … Continue reading
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