Jewellery Stand Style

I took a trip to the Birmingham Bullring today and treated myself to some goodies! One of which was this gorgeous jewellery holder. I thought a quirky ornament like this would add style and chic to my bedroom! Here it is in place...

I bought my jewellery holder at Urban Outfitters for £18.

Add your best jewellery to the holder to create a fabulous stand for your shelf or mantelpiece. Feathers and dangling necklaces/bracelets create the best effect! A number of high street stores sell jewellery stands so you can buy your own...

Happy jewellery standing!

Abbey xo

Get Alexa Chung's Look!

British model and TV host, Alex Chung, looked effortlessly stylish on a day out in New York last month. She wore a knitted jumper with a leather mini skirt and canvas sneakers. Here's how you can get the look at a high street price!

Abbey xo

Get Ready For A Garden Party!

The weather is miserable here in the UK. Rain, rain, rain! I wore my winter coat today and it's nearly June. Therefore, I think we need something summery and warm to look forward to. So why not get ready to host a garden party when the sunny weather arrives? You'll need some garden decorations and outdoor dining gear to get your summer celebrations started!

Fingers crossed for some sun and blue skies soon! 

Abbey xo

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

With just over a week until Valentine's Day, you haven't got much longer to buy your other half a present! If you're struggling for inspiration, here's some ideas to help you out...

I hope you all have a lovely Valentine's Day readers!

Abbey xo

Get Miranda Kerr's Look!

Model, Miranda Kerr, enjoyed a sunny walk in Los Angeles last month. She looked super cute in a Stella McCartney blazer, a white tube skirt and nude court shoes. I've found an affordable high street version for all you readers. Enjoy!

Abbey xo

Stocking Fillers

It's December! So the countdown to Christmas has officially begun. If you're like me and refuse to start your Christmas shopping until December (or very late November at the earliest), then you'll be needing some gift ideas for your up and coming shopping trips. Here's some great stocking fillers to treat your loved ones to this Christmas...

 



 

Abbey xo

Christmas Jumpers!

Last week, I treated myself to an early Christmas present! I bought this gorgeous festive jumper from River Island, for a decent price of £35. I thought this knitted beauty would keep me cosy on those cold Winter days and look great during the festive season.

 

 

I'm loving all the Christmas themed jumpers that are hitting the highstreet this week! I've put together some knitted jumpers and cardigans that feature reindeer, snowflakes, penguins and robins. Get ready for the festive season and treat yourself to an early Christmas gift...

 

 

Abbey xo



Get Sienna Miller's Look!

Actress and model, Sienna Miller, looked great in a casual combination of jeans, a knitted jumper and leopard print pumps. Her gorgeous outfit for a stroll in New York recently looked completely effortless. I also love her choice of Autumnal colours. Here's how you can steal her style...

 

 

Abbey xo



What's In Your Bathroom Basket?

This post is a bit of a spin off from a previous feature called 'What's On Your Beauty Shelf?' But this time I'll be looking at bath and shower items instead of hair and make up products. First of all, my 'bathroom basket' holds all of my bathroom essentials! I'm living downstairs this year at Uni and our bathroom hasn't got much storage. So a basket is ideal to carry round my bath and shower products! Here's what my bathroom basket contains...
 

 



 

 

Herbal Essences Shampoo and Conditioner

I really recommend these products! They make my hair soft and shiny and leave it looking healthy. I have opted for the 'dry and damaged hair' version to help tackle my split ends! But there's also volume boost for flat hair and various others for different types of hair. This range of shampoo and conditioner smell absolutely gorgeous too!

 

Radox Shower Smoothie

Your showers will never be the same again with this skin exfoliator. Massage the shower smoothie onto your body to get rid of any dry or dead skin particles. Then simply wash it off! I have the coconut scented one which smells amazing.

 

Next Diamonds Body Lotion and Body Wash

I had these two products as part of a gift set for my birthday. They're lovely bath and shower products, perfect for any girly girl. The body lotion has a shimmering effect and the body wash has a floral and sweet scent! The Next Diamonds perfume is also fabulous.

 

Lush Bath Bombs

These make your bath so magical! Depending on which one you get, the bomb will fizz around and change the bath water a pretty colour. Definitely perfect if you want a relaxing soak in the bath!

 

Pure Coconut Hair Repair Treatment

I've written about this range of body care products in the very early days of Material-Media. I swear by this hair repair treatment! You leave this coconutty product in towel dried hair for three to five minutes. When I wash it out my hair feels so soft and sleek! Definitely worth a try if you have heat damaged hair.

 

Cath Kidston Wild Flowers

These cute little shower gels are beautiful. The packaging looks great and they smell gorgeous. A great gift or as a treat for yourself! I had them as a present myself so I'm not completely sure where you buy them. Try Cath Kidston's website - www.cathkidston.co.uk.

 

I'd love to see your versions of my bathroom basket readers! Feel free to tweet me them (@Abbey_Hartley) or to post them on www.facebook.com/MaterialMedia. Share your recommendations!

 

Abbey xo



Swimwear Must Haves!

Heading to a tropical location this summer? Having trouble finding the perfect swimsuit? Well look no further! Here are a selection of beach goodies for all shapes and sizes...

Abbey xo

Father's Day Gift Ideas

Abbey xo

Jubilee Goodies!

As we all know, it's the Queen's Diamond Jubilee this year! Union jacks, beefeaters, crowns and bulldogs are just some of the stereotypical British symbols that are appearing on clothes, jewellery, shoes and handbags this season. I have searched for my favourite items that will look great for the bank holiday weekend, starting on Saturday and lasting until Tuesday - Hurrah! Whether it's sunny or raining and whether you're clubbing or street partying, I've found a stylish selection of jubilee 'must haves' from high street stores: Topshop, River Island and Next. Enjoy!

I hope these ideas have helped you with your jubilee themed outfits! Have a great bank holiday weekend.

Abbey xo