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Gifts for: Valentine’s Day 2017
If, unlike me, you're all about that V-Day, don't leave it until the last minute to get some flowers and cheap chocolates from the gas station. You don't have to spend a bomb, or if I'm honest, even be that romantic. After all, I'd be…
Why dieting in January is so difficult
January 2017 is almost over, and for me, it's been a tough month on my waist line. As much as I've wanted to do the 'new year new me' bollocks that everyone bangs on about, it hasn't happened. Not when it comes to food anyway. Yes, I've…
13 annoying, yet relatable things about working in retail
I absolutely love working in retail. Call me crazy, but I do. Getting to talk to different people, and having fun at work is why I love it. Also experiencing the most random situations makes my day. I always come home with a story to tell.…
Review: Mary Poppins The Musical (Cardiff)
I do love going to see shows at the theatre. 'Mary Poppins The Musical' has been one of the ones that I've wanted to see for a long time, but never got around to it. When I saw that it was coming to the Wales' Millennium Centre in Cardiff, …
Fancy up your bread with some olive oil like a real adult
United By Pop received a sample of Cobram Estate olive oil in exchange for an honest review.
I'm a big fan of olive oil because it's like butter's health-conscious cousin. The cousin with really shiny hair and smooth skin who drinks…
2017 fashion trends
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Bitch on a Budget: January 2017
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It's January, so that means a whole lot of those…
Product Review: Madame La La Bronzing Ball
United By Pop received a sample of Madame La La for this post. All opinions and suggestions are our own.
The result emilyswain_ had using the bronzing ball on eyelids, cheeks and lips.
What is it?
This is a multitasking,…
Those moments you realise you swear too much
Swearing. We all do it. And if you say you don't, I don't believe you. There's a difference between swearing because you're not articulate enough to find the 'right words' and swearing with justification. I like to think that I swear at…
How to research a solo adventure
It's true - I am addicted to travelling. As soon as I come home from one holiday, I'm looking to book another. I have recently come home from Cape Verde which was a total chill out holiday. One that I needed after a hectic year, but…
Recipe: Strawberry banana smoothie with coconut water
United By Pop received a sample of Invo Coconut Water for this post. All opinions, suggestions, and recipes are our own.
As any veteran smoothie maker will tell you, all smoothies need quite a bit of liquid to get the blender…
7 things you need to do when you’re in Boa Vista
Up until a few years ago, I had never heard of Cape Verde, let alone Boa Vista. For those who don't know, Cape Verde is off the coast of Africa and includes 10 islands. One of which is Boa Vista. Prior to going, I didn't do any research…
Review: Motown The Musical (London)
Motown The Musical - it's a show that I've been wanting to see since 2013! I tried to go and see it when I was in New York but unfortunately, it had already sold out. Every December for my mother's birthday (and an early Christmas treat) we…
Top 10 things to do when you visit the Harry Potter Studio Tour
Can you believe it has been almost twenty years since the first Harry Potter book was published!? I know! I'll just let that sink in for a second...
Two decades, 7 books and 8 films later and the universal love for the teenage wizard…
How to get your free ugly Christmas sweater from Uber
If you need a ride between the hours of 11am and 4pm today in Boston, you're in luck—Uber is giving away free Boston-themed ugly Christmas sweaters from Tipsy Elves to some lucky riders. Seriously, they have lobsters and baseballs. Here's…