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  • Paul Hollywood just announced a pretty big change to Great British Bake Off

    Paul Hollywood just announced a pretty big change to Great British Bake Off

    This may throw some people. The delightful Paul Hollywood has opened up about the latest season of Great British Bake Off. Speaking on The Jonathan Ross Show, Paul admitted that he will be getting rid of the famous Hollywood Handshake. QUELLE HORREUR! From now on, Paul will reserve this iconic handshake for very special occasions. […]

    8 years ago

  • Gin filled Christmas baubles have arrived, and we’ll take 67 of them please

    Gin filled Christmas baubles have arrived, and we’ll take 67 of them please

    HO HO HOLY SHIT… It is officially October, so we can finally start talking about Christmas. Well, we might be a tad premature, but we can’t help it… we’ve got that festive feeling! Anyway, in the last few weeks we’ve revealed a few amazing Advent calendars – from Jo Malone to Marks and Spencer. But […]

    8 years ago

  • Our favourite GBBO baker just launched the most amazing product ever

    Our favourite GBBO baker just launched the most amazing product ever

    How EXCITING! Is anyone else glued to this season of Great British Bake Off? We sure are anyway. And if you were to ask us who our favourite baker is, we would absolutely say Manon. She just seems like a total sweetheart, who happens to have mad skills in the kitchen. Anyway, in an exciting […]

    8 years ago

  • Marissa Carter is taking a break from beauty to work with children in Africa

    Marissa Carter is taking a break from beauty to work with children in Africa

    Fair play to her! It has been an unbelievable few months for the #GirlBoss that is Marissa Carter. Last month, Marissa launched Carter Beauty Cosmetics, which is made up of an incredible 103 products. All in a days work. And now, Marissa is taking a bit of a break from being the CEO and founder […]

    8 years ago

  • This is the colour that Queen Elizabeth plans to wear to Princess Eugenie’s wedding

    This is the colour that Queen Elizabeth plans to wear to Princess Eugenie’s wedding

    Bookies are taking bets. Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank are set to tie the knot in less than two weeks. And obviously, we are desperate to see her dress, and everyone who will attend. However, to be perfectly honest – we’re most excited to see what glorious colourful creation Queen Elizabeth will wear. She’s famous […]

    8 years ago

  • Footballers’ Wives could be making a comeback, and dear GOD we hope so

    Footballers’ Wives could be making a comeback, and dear GOD we hope so

    Amazing news. We said a sad farewell to Footballers Wives 12 years ago. However, there have apparently been talks of a comeback, and we couldn’t be happier. Gary Lucy, who played Kyle Pascoe in the iconic soap, recently said that there has been talk of reviving the show. He also said that he’d love to […]

    8 years ago

  • Penneys has just announced an incredible new skincare collaboration

    Penneys has just announced an incredible new skincare collaboration

    This is major beauty news. After two years of research and development, Primark (or Penneys) is excited to reveal an incredible skincare collaboration with beauty expert Alex Steinherr. The 20 piece CFI certified collection is fragrance-free, gentle and results-driven. The collection has been carefully curated by Alex to feature her must-have skincare actives including Hyaluronic […]

    8 years ago

  • Pitch Perfect 4 is officially happening, and we’re ACA-EXCITED about it

    Pitch Perfect 4 is officially happening, and we’re ACA-EXCITED about it

    WE LOVE FAT AMY! Okay we admit it – sometimes when movies decide to become a series, we lose hope. Usually, by a third and fourth film, the quality has taken a turn, and we get a bit exhausted. This is NOT the case for Pitch Perfect. We loved the first film, obviously! And we […]

    8 years ago

  • Kate Middleton’s brother, James, has a VERY interesting new job

    Kate Middleton’s brother, James, has a VERY interesting new job

    How unexpected! You would kind of just assume that everyone connected to the royal family lives a glamorous life. We certainly thought that, anyway. However, it seems as though when times are tough for close relatives of the royals… they have to get jobs. Seems fair to us! Take James Middleton, Kate Middleton’s brother, as […]

    8 years ago

  • The Marks & Spencer 2018 beauty Advent calendar looks absolutely incredible

    The Marks & Spencer 2018 beauty Advent calendar looks absolutely incredible

    It’s never too early for festive cheer. Especially when it involves loads of glorious beauty products… Last week, we gave you all a sneak peak into the wonder of the Jo Malone 2018 Advent calendar. And while we all seriously appreciated it, it was out of price range for almost all of us (however, top […]

    8 years ago

  • Penneys just launched a Winnie the Pooh collection, and we NEED the cookie jar

    Penneys just launched a Winnie the Pooh collection, and we NEED the cookie jar

    Cuteness overload! Let us all take a moment to appreciate the wonderful humans at Penneys, and all they do for us. We wouldn’t be able to leave the house without them at this stage. All the clothes we have, from jeans to jackets, comes courtesy of Penneys. In fact, it goes beyond clothes, with most […]

    8 years ago

  • The royal family insist on this ONE rule whenever they travel abroad

    The royal family insist on this ONE rule whenever they travel abroad

    We don’t blame them. So naturally, being a member of the royal family has a number of perks. There’s the extravagant wealth, the ability to create real change in the world and the crowns (obvs). One of the major perks of being royal is also the travel – there isn’t a corner of the world […]

    8 years ago

  • Dog-O-lanterns are literally the cutest Halloween trend we’ve ever seen

    Dog-O-lanterns are literally the cutest Halloween trend we’ve ever seen

    10/10. Halloween is on the way, and there’s a certain spookiness in the air. There will be costumes, sweets and pumpkins galore. That kind of leads us to 2018s hottest Halloween trend: dog-O-lanterns. Rather than carving faces into pumpkins, people are getting super creative. Dog owners all over the Internet are carving images of their […]

    8 years ago

  • Women are putting wasp nests in their vaginas, and please pray for us all

    Women are putting wasp nests in their vaginas, and please pray for us all

    Dear lord, why? Listen, we’re all for weird and wonderful beauty trends… but this is just a step too far. Women are putting wasp nests in their vagina… and we’re kind of upset. We know, women have been popping things up there for a long time, from tampons to sex toys. But this just sounds […]

    8 years ago

  • These gorgeous heels worn by Meghan Markle have a 28,000 person waiting list

    These gorgeous heels worn by Meghan Markle have a 28,000 person waiting list

    We’re a little obsessed. So, we’ve kind of reached that stage in life where the idea of high heels makes us wince. Our teen years were spent galavanting around in shoes that traumatised our toes. And now, we can’t even look at high heels. Well, not all high heels have to hurt, as we have […]

    8 years ago

  • Princess Eugenie’s wedding will have one very non-traditional twist

    Princess Eugenie’s wedding will have one very non-traditional twist

    We love it though! We have another glorious royal wedding to look forward to in the coming weeks! The lovely Princess Eugenie will marry Jack Brooksbank in a wonderful ceremony in Windsor. We can’t wait… obviously! We’re really excited to see everything, from the dress and the tiara to the page boys and flower girls. […]

    8 years ago

  • There’s a 2018 GIN Advent calendar, and can we have 47 please?

    There’s a 2018 GIN Advent calendar, and can we have 47 please?

    Yes please. Okay, we’re all starting to get seriously excited for Christmas. We know, it is months away – but there’s just something in the air at the moment. It might also be as a result of all the amazing Advent calendars we’re seeing everywhere. Last week, we gave you all a sneak peak into […]

    8 years ago

  • The total cost of Harry and Meghan’s wedding has been revealed, and WOW

    The total cost of Harry and Meghan’s wedding has been revealed, and WOW

    Well, that’s a lot of money. Listen, none of us are under the illusion that weddings come cheap, especially if you’re royalty. We knew that Harry and Meghan’s wedding would be pricey… but we obviously didn’t realise how pricey. The official cost of the royal wedding, which took place in May of this year, has […]

    8 years ago

  • Important: We have the first official sneak peak at season 5 of Peaky Blinders

    Important: We have the first official sneak peak at season 5 of Peaky Blinders

    How EXCITING! So, last week we reported the exciting news that season five of Peaky Blinders had begin filming. To be honest, other than that fact, we had very little information. The producers of the show are notoriously private about what goes on on-set. Which, in fairness, adds a level of excitement when we finally […]

    8 years ago

  • Tonight The Rotunda prepares for a very special delivery, and we’re excited

    Tonight The Rotunda prepares for a very special delivery, and we’re excited

    We’ll be tuning in for sure! Tonight on The Rotunda, RTÉ2’s hit new documentary about life behind the scenes at the world’s longest running maternity hospital, the staff prepare to deliver one of their own. Midwives Mikey and Joanna are having a baby together, who they will co-parent with Mikey’s husband Conleth. There is much […]

    8 years ago

  • Gwyneth Paltrow just shared a rare picture of daughter, Apple, and she’s a STUNNER

    Gwyneth Paltrow just shared a rare picture of daughter, Apple, and she’s a STUNNER

    They’re so alike! We love nothing more than a cheeky glimpse into the lives of our favourite celebs. Especially when they’re usually pretty private. Take yesterday for example, it was national daughter day in the US. To celebrate, the stunning Gwyneth Paltrow shared a beautiful picture of herself and her daughter, Apple Martin. It is […]

    8 years ago

  • Scrabble just added 300 new words to its dictionary, and some of them are ridiculous

    Scrabble just added 300 new words to its dictionary, and some of them are ridiculous

    Hmmm… Would you consider yourself to be a Scrabble enthusiast? Well, the game as you know it is about to seriously change. Why? Because they have introduced 300 new words, giving you loads more chances to earn points. The sixth edition of the popular board game was released on Monday, September 24th, and added long-awaited […]

    8 years ago

  • Meghan Markle STUNNED royal fans by doing this one thing this week

    Meghan Markle STUNNED royal fans by doing this one thing this week

    We love it! Earlier this week, the lovely Meghan Markle attended her first ever solo royal event. Decked out in a stunning Givenchy dress, the Duchess looked absolutely gorgeous. The world was watching as Meghan exited the car solo, arriving to the Royal Academy of Arts in London. And as lovely as she looked, people […]

    8 years ago

  • Beyonce and Jay Z just gave a fan a MASSIVE surprise during one of their concerts

    Beyonce and Jay Z just gave a fan a MASSIVE surprise during one of their concerts

    WOW! We know that Beyonce and Jay Z are outrageously rich, with mansions and yachts galore. However, the couple are also pretty generous when it comes to spreading the love (and the cash). Recently, the famous pair gave away a massive scholarship to one of their fans – in the middle of a concert. They […]

    8 years ago

  • Penneys responds after backlash for posting a plus-size model pic on Instagram

    Penneys responds after backlash for posting a plus-size model pic on Instagram

    This is important! Just when you think the world is becoming a more accepting place, the assholes come out to play. Earlier today, our gorge pals at Primark shared a snap of a plus-size woman on their Instagram. She looked flawless, rocking a band-tee and grey pants! For the most part, Primark followers seemed delighted […]

    8 years ago

  • So Weight Watchers is changing its name, and we’re not loving it tbh

    So Weight Watchers is changing its name, and we’re not loving it tbh

    Weird. Okay so last week, Slimming World threw all of its members into a tizzy when it decided to change syn values. People lost it over the fact that a Muller Light yogurt is no longer considered syn-free. And now, the world of organised diets is once again in turmoil, as Weight Watchers has changed […]

    8 years ago

  • We have a very exciting update on the new season of Peaky Blinders

    We have a very exciting update on the new season of Peaky Blinders

    YESSSS! *Spoilers ahead* Has anyone else been pretty much empty since the last season of Peaky Blinders ended? Nights in front of the TV just are not the same without the Shelby clan. Well, if you have been waiting desperately for news of the next season – you’re in luck. It looks like the show […]

    8 years ago

  • A pretty major royal tradition was broken over the weekend

    A pretty major royal tradition was broken over the weekend

    A royal first! Over the weekend. Prince George and Princess Charlotte attended a very special event. Princess Charlotte’s godmother, Sophie Carter got married, and it looked like a fabulous day. The stunning Kate Middleton wore a blue dress and a flawless floral headpiece. George and Charlotte acted as page boy and flower girl on the […]

    8 years ago

  • So this is what Beatrice and Eugenie do to earn money, and it’s nothing royal

    So this is what Beatrice and Eugenie do to earn money, and it’s nothing royal

    Who knew? We wouldn’t blame you for assuming that Princess Beatrice and Eugenie don’t work. At the end of the day, they are royalty – and their gran is Queen Elizabeth. However, you’d be incorrect. The two lovely princesses have actual, real life jobs! Princess Eugenie has a full time job in a London art […]

    8 years ago

  • The Lush Halloween collection is here, and it couldn’t be better tbh

    The Lush Halloween collection is here, and it couldn’t be better tbh

    Oh glorious! We’re in full autumnal swing right now, and that means one thing. Halloween is on the way, and we’re so excited. The gorgeous folks at Lush have launched their amazing Halloween collection, and it’s class. You’ll recognise a few old favourites like Monster’s Ball Bath Bomb and Lord of Misrule. But there are […]

    8 years ago

  • A new pizza restaurant is opening in Wexford, and the menu looks INCREDIBLE

    A new pizza restaurant is opening in Wexford, and the menu looks INCREDIBLE

    We’re drooling! Crust has opened in Wexford offering a menu packed full of genuine Neapolitan Pizza… the best kind of pizza tbh. Crust, which is located on 93 South Main St., Wexford, and introduces an authentic Neapolitan pizza base to Wexford. The delicious pizzas are cooked with the very best of fresh artisanal Irish produce, […]

    8 years ago

  • Prince William just revealed Prince George’s latest obsession, and it’s very cute

    Prince William just revealed Prince George’s latest obsession, and it’s very cute

    This is awesome! Royals, eh? They’re just like us! The younger royals are being raised to be as normal as possible. Prince William and Kate Middleton are eager to give their lovely children a regular life, with regular hobbies and interests. And recently, William revealed Prince George’s latest obsession, and it’s pretty common. While visiting […]

    8 years ago

  • Flower vase hair is taking over Instagram, and we’re kind of digging it

    Flower vase hair is taking over Instagram, and we’re kind of digging it

    Interesting! Doesn’t it seem like every day there’s a new Instagram trend? From excessive cleaning to posing like a giraffe… the wonders of the Internet never cease. The latest trend sweeping the gram comes in the form of a very unusual hairstyle. Flower vase hair is here, and it is perfectly weird. And yes, it […]

    8 years ago

  • Kate Middleton just broke her maternity leave to attend a very special event

    Kate Middleton just broke her maternity leave to attend a very special event

    This is so fair. Kate Middleton has been taking some well deserved time off since giving birth to the adorable Prince Louis. The mum-of-three has attended a handful of events since, including Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle. This week, Kate stepped out for another important event, despite still being on maternity leave. Prince William’s […]

    8 years ago

  • A Mary Poppins afternoon tea exists and it looks absolutely MAGICAL

    A Mary Poppins afternoon tea exists and it looks absolutely MAGICAL

    Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Is there anything better than afternoon tea? How about a Mary Poppins themed afternoon tea in lovely London? Idyllic. That’s right folks, there’s a Mary Poppins inspired afternoon tea on offer in the Aquashard in London. The experience costs £49 per person, and is available to book up to three months in advance. This […]

    8 years ago

  • Amazon has revealed the 10 most popular toys for Christmas 2018

    Amazon has revealed the 10 most popular toys for Christmas 2018

    It’s never too early… Ladies, summer is over… and you know what that means. Whether you want to admit it or not, Christmas is just around the corner, and the prepping has already begun for many. And in the spirit of preparation, Amazon has revealed the 10 most popular toys for Christmas 2018. There are, […]

    8 years ago

  • This is apparently the one royal rule Princess Diana always broke

    This is apparently the one royal rule Princess Diana always broke

    You may have noticed this one… Doesn’t it feel like every day there’s a new, random royal rule? The royal women can’t wear trousers around the queen, they can’t go to bed before the queen and they can’t take selfies. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. One woman who chose to ignore royal […]

    8 years ago

  • We have the low down on the bizarre cleaning craze that’s sweeping Instagram

    We have the low down on the bizarre cleaning craze that’s sweeping Instagram

    The Internet is a weird and wonderful place. Okay real talk lads: has anyone heard of Mrs Hinch? Well, if you have an Instagram, you almost definitely have. No, she’s not a makeup artist, or a blogger or an aspiring model… she cleans. But like, cleans really freakin’ well. And has over 430,000 followers as […]

    8 years ago

  • This is how you can make your wedding perfume extra special on your big day

    This is how you can make your wedding perfume extra special on your big day

    We love this idea. Of all the things you need to plan for your wedding day, perfume seems like the last thing on the list. While it certainly shouldn’t be at the top of your priorities, you shouldn’t ignore it. The fallback position that a lot of brides opt for is their usual scent, when […]

    8 years ago