Valentine's Wish List

Hi everyone!

So tomorrow is Valentine's Day and whether you're single or madly in love, I'm pretty sure any girl wouldn't mind being spoilt with these gorgeous goodies (myself included).  Hint to your man, get something for your mom or your sister or why don't you treat yourself?  Here are my ingredients to the perfect Valentine's day:

1. Yankee candle in Red Velvet to set the mood. 
2.  J.C. Le Roux because no occasion is complete without champagne.
3.  I love... in Vanilla and Ice cream  bubble bath my goodness does this stuff smell so amazing you'll be tempted to eat the bubbles.
4.  Valentine's teddy to cuddle.
5. Ceramic travel mug for some hot chocolate.
6. Strawberry body butter for soft skin and a come hither aroma.
7. Elizabeth Arden moisturising lipstick in Electric Pink to pucker up and look super cute at the same time.
8.  Lindt ball chocolates to munch on to make the day extra sweet.


Happy Valentine's Day for tomorrow!  I hope no matter what you're doing or who you're with on the day that you spread the love all around you :)

Valentine's Outfit Inspiration

Hi Everyone!

Happy Monday!  I hope you're having a great start to the week.

If you have been reading my blog for a while you will know that I'm a soppy romantic and a firm believer in all things associated with Valentine's Day.  I already started getting excited and preparing for the day last week.  I love doing little crafts, baking my annual "love cake" and buying little chocolates for the day to spread the love with my friends, family and my love.

I love dress in red and white on Valentine's Day but I'm such a fan of themes that I see it as a day to play dress up.  It's probably something I've inherited from my Dad.  He only has one red shirt and it is his Valentine's shirt.  He only wears it on this day but without fail, every February 14h you will see him in it.

Here are two looks for cupid's day that you might like.  This year I have a red dress for the day that I haven't worn yet so I'll be sharing that with you next week.

How do you plan sharing the love this Valentine's Day?  I'd love to know!

Arum Lilea's Guide: What to wear for Valentine's Day

Mr Price shirt | ribbon from a fabric shop | YDE dress worn as a skirt | Michael Kors watch

Sass Diva bracelet

Stressed over finding the perfect outfit to wear for Valentine’s Day?  Never fear for an Arum Lilea Guide is near.

To begin, make sure you are comfortable.  If you’re going on a date, chances are you don’t know where you are going so you need to be prepared for anything.  Don’t wear your shortest, tightest, hottest dress if you think you might be going for a 5 course meal.  By the end of dinner you will be regretting your tight choice.  It will also be problematic if you’re surprised with a picnic and have that embarrassing realisation that your dress is too short to sit on the ground.  Rather be safe & pick something with a little more length and room to move around.

It’s a special day so why not play with a different texture of fabric.  Bring out your tulle skirt or try something with a little bit of lace for an added feminine touch.  I’m a real traditionalist when it comes to colours on Valentine's Day.  I love to see red everywhere.  This doesn’t mean you need to dress head-to-toe in it if you find it too bold.  A red belt, shoes or red nails are great ways of incorporating the colour into your outfit.  These are also perfect ways of jazzing up your perfect LBD.

Personally, I love heels.  My go-to outfit will always have heels however I have learnt from experience (my unpredictable boyfriend who loves surprising me) that they are not always practical.  A good idea would be to pack flats in your bag if your date is anything like mine.

What about make-up?  Less is more ladies.  Men don’t like it when you leave your whole face print on their shirt.  Red lips might be a very tempting way of adding the colour to your outfit, but you will regret it when your Valentine’s smooch leaves you both looking like vampires.  A touch of foundation, blush, winged eyeliner, lots of mascara and a great lipgloss will have you looking gorgeous in no time. 

As for your hair, leave it loose, add some waves and you’re ready for a perfect night out.

 

I hope these tips help!  Let me know what you think

xxx