Hey lovelies!

So last weekend I booked a lovely trip to Birmingham to explore Bournville and visit Cadburys World for my boyfriends birthday! Honestly it didn't disappoint!


We set off to Birmingham from Manchester early and arrived just in time for our tour slot at Cadburys World for 1:30 however all tours were being let in at the same time. We visited on the Saturday and it was slightly busy, so just bare this in mind if you are thinking of visiting. It instantly felt like Disney vibes as the tour started, and being given 3 chocolate bars each was an absolute bonus! The tour lasted around an hour and a half and us being the biggest kids ever loved every minute of it, truly like willy wonka's chocolate factory!


The tour was full of interesting historic facts about the Cadburys family and how they created the business up until the present day. Also how cocoa beans were founded and used to create drinking chocolate and the classic dairy milk in the factory.

We then got to write our names in melted chocolate and test a sample of the melted goodness with added toppings of our choice (we chose marshmallow and popping candy with fudge) YUM!



The best part of the tour was definitely the cocoa bean ride, think Disney small small world vibes but chocolate! The ride lasted around 5 minutes and entered into cute scenes though cocoa bean world. Professional photographs were available at certain points of the tour however in my opinion these were too expensive to purchase so we chose not to.




The tour ended with a trip to the biggest Cadburys shop in the world, and it was as amazing as it sounds! There was a lot of chocolate on offer and of course we wanted to buy it all however with the heatwave smashing 29 degrees outside it would've just melted by the time we drove back to Manchester. So a fridge magnet sufficed!


The Cadburys world experience had ended so we headed to our hotel to check in. The hotel was lovely and we can't wait to go back to Bournville!


I really hope you have enjoyed this little insight into our weekend, lifestyle posts are some of my favourites to write! Please leave a comment below if you have visited Cadburys world, or would like to and also if you have recommendations of places to go this summer please comment down below as Im all about the road trips!

Hey lovelies,

So Valentines Day is just around the corner and if you haven't already got your makeup sorted, you can definitely plan a makeup look around this perfect lip colour!

Whether you are spending your valentines day with family, date night or with your gals then you can still rock this lip shade no matter what the event! Wearable in the day and super seductive for the night, suiting every skin tone. Of course I am talking about Sleek! An affordable beauty brand with quality at the heart. This is the Sleek Matte Me liquid lipstick in the Rioja Red shade.


Perfectly red in every way. I received this for Christmas and I've kind of been obsessed with this shade ever since! The formula is creamy yet matte (obviously) but doesn't feel overly drying on the lips. I desperately want to pick up more shades as they are only £3.95 on Feel Unique. The formula lasts a super long time, Ive even managed to eat and drink with only a little smudge but with reapplication looks perfect again.


I just wear this liquid lipstick on its own as I've found a lip liner isn't needed, due to the formula not bleeding out onto my skin - which I've found before with other high end liquid lipsticks!


As you can see the swatch of the lipstick matches the bottle perfectly, so you know what you're getting instantly. It is the 'perfect' beautiful red shade for any special event, and even though I have extremely pale skin it suits me to a T. Every once in a while we all need a bold lip colour to express ourselves and I think I have found mine.


Here is a quick selfie of me from Christmas Day wearing the lovely Matte Me lip! Also very wearable with any eye look from a classic smokey to just simple cat wings to spice things up a little. I wear this lip colour with any outfit, a dressy date night look to a lovely every day me.

The art of I love you book - link here. 

I really hope you enjoyed this little pre Valentines Day post, comment below with your favourite red lips or feel free to tweet me as all my social media links are in the sidebar! And of course I hope you have the best Valentines Day thats filled with lots of love, fun and most of all chocolate!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hey lovelies,

So as we all know Glossier has recently launched in the UK, after being popular in the USA for multiple years. There has been hype all over the place about it so I thought I too would add to the mix of Glossier posts.


I purchased the items before Christmas 2017 and I have been using them ever since, to get a real feel for them and see how they work for my combination and often problematic skin. As the title says 'game changers' I really do believe they are.

The Glossier website was a little daunting to me at first, I had seen some recommendations from fellow bloggers and youtubers and decided to add them to my basket ASAP. I purchased the Phase 2 set that included the Boy Brow, Generation G Lipstick and the Stretch Concealer. This was a set of all the items I fancied trying from them, however saving £8 as not buying them individually - so definitely check out the other sets for bargains.

My Glossier order came super quick and I was over the moon with the packaging and whole appearance of the post, Im a sucker for advertising and pastel pink is such my colour. The box included the standard Glossier bubble wrap, stickers and my items.

Stretch Concealer

As I would call it 'the perfect concealer' for everyday, not too little and definitely not too much. The perfect balance. I layer this over my foundation (Kat Von D lock it) for my under eyes and any spots or redness that may still appear through the foundation, stretch concealer keeps my spots none noticeable. The tub aspect is also a winner in my eyes, I love to feel products and warm them up with my fingers before application - I apply this with my ring finger only. I purchased the lightest shade and it is perfect for my very fair skin. Makeup that lets skin look like skin indeed.


Boy Brow

Of course I had to purchase the internets beloved boy brow, all the hype I just had to. I decided to go for the shade brown to help fill in my eyebrows a little more even after my pomade. On a daily basis I use my ABH Pomade or my Ted Baker eyebrow pencil to fill in my brows then to set them evenly, boy brow does the job like no other. I also want to try the clear shade next time to compare. It saves your eyebrows smudging throughout the day and keeps them safely in place, so no need to worry.


Generation G Lipstick

As it was before Christmas I decided to go for the 'Jam' shade, a beautiful dark plum/red berry which suits every skin tone. I didn't want to pick up my generic my lips but better colour, I must've been feeling daring! This lipstick is very sheer yet matte when applied, yet I find it very moisturising. This lipstick is a good all rounder and perfect for those chilly days when a berry lip and a turtle neck jumper are needed! However the only downside to this lippy is that it really doesn't last very long at all, don't drink or eat wearing it though and you'll be fine!

Swatches of Jam Generation G Lipstick, Stretch Concealer in light and Boy brow in brown.

Overall I am really impressed by Glossier products and if I were to recommend you buy just one product I've mentioned it would have to be the Stretch Concealer, life changing! Please comment below if you've tried any Glossier products that I haven't, I would love to buy more a perhaps do a haul! Or tweet me, all my social media links are in the sidebar.

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hey Lovelies,

My skin has been so up and down as of recently due to the weather and me consuming my own body weight in Christmas chocolate. So because of this I decided to reach for my L'oreal pure clay face masks, I use them as a combination to work in unity together to get my skin back to its peak condition.


Now you've probably seen so many posts around the internet about these face masks but I decided to add a new one into the mix that is a pretty new release. Also if you are currently having trouble with your skin recently like myself then maybe these clay masks can help you out too.

Pure Clay Detox Mask 

Kicking this off with my favourite of the 4 in my current collection, the detox mask aka 'the grey one'. This mask is my one true love and I mainly focus using it on my chin and jawline area, also the upper lip. This mask is perfect for detoxing your skin of all the impurities it holds. It is enriched with black charcoal that acts as a magnet to draw out all the impurities.  Did I also mention all the masks smell gorgeous? I apply it to dry/damp ish skin and let it sit for around 10 to 15 minutes its totally up to you - then I remove with a damp muslin cloth. Each and every clay mask feels utterly smooth and professional on the skin, like a spa day right in your own home.



Pure Clay Glow Mask

Unlike the others in the collection the Glow mask contains tiny exfoliating beads that you can feel when applying to areas you would like to brighten. Its beautiful pink colour comes from red algae that is known for its brightening properties, and apricot seeds to gently exfoliate dull and uneven skin. I tend to focus this one under my eyes (but not too close to cause irritation) and around my temples and cheek bones, where I naturally would like to glow and be bright. Again using this the same way and removing with a damp muslin cloth (mine are from Liz Earle).



Pure Clay Purity Mask

The texture of the purifying mask is a lot thinner and much creamier than the rest. I focus this on the areas where my pores may be large and blackhead areas such as my nose and around and my forehead - the T zone. It is enriched with Eucalyptus extract with is known for its purifying properties. My T zone always feel hydrated and smooth after using this product, ready to apply my serums and night time moisturiser.



Pure Clay Blemish Rescue Mask

Claiming to clear and unclog pores with Marine algae extract. Again this is a thicker texture very similar to the detox mask, I like to focus this on all my problem acne areas, as of lately it has been my chin with a few on my cheeks. This mask always does its very best to calm the spots down, as they definitely appear less red and inflamed after just one use.


Below shows swatches of all 4 of the clay masks I own, from this you can clearly tell what the textures are going to be like and how they vary...


The only one missing from my collection is the pure clay bright mask 'the yellow one' which I also can't wait to try as all 4 have impressed me and my skin so far. Whats not to love about all illuminating properties?



I really hope you have enjoyed this little skincare post and skin update, if you are having problematic skin lately and love some products that help please let me know in the comments as I would love the excuse to by more! All my social media links are in the sidebar so tweet me with recommendations too!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hello Lovlies,

Having never done a Bath bomb/Lush haul before ever on Abbey Hearts (Which is totally unlike me, bath queen over here) I thought November would be a fitting month. It's the run up to Christmas, its now snowing outside so why not cosy up - put the heating on full blast and run a nice relaxing bath. I have been a lover of all things bath time since forever, it makes it fun & relaxing all at the same time. The bath bombs/fizzers & bubble bars in this haul I have collected since the end of October (so excuse the halloweens items), from a mixture of places. I can't wait to share them with you!


First up are my beloved Lush bits, again from October but who says you can't just get round to using them?! However you may think I'm barking mad but the "Sparkly Pumpkin" bubble bar shown below is still available on the Lush website and leaving soon so be quick! It claims to be "uplifting, protecting and refreshing" all in one. But the true reason I bought into this sparkle bomb is indeed for the crazy amount of glitter - you'll find glitter everywhere after using this, trust me! Sparkly Pumpkin is a bubble bar therefore a little sprinkle under the hot running water is all that is needed to create autumnal heaven in the tub!


Another one of my favourite all time scents from Lush is Snow Fairy which is now available as a jelly bath bomb! Anyone else as excited as me? The snow fairy scent is timeless and gorgeous, with the jelly style bomb making a new twist on the old classic. Now not to be hasty or controversial but I this bath bomb to me is massive! Therefore I would never use all of it on one bath only. Call me old fashioned but I like to be savvy, priced at £4.95 each this will definitely last me at leat 2 - 3 baths, as well as some of the others in this haul. And its pink so whats not to love?


A newbie in my haul is Rocket Science, again from Lush priced at £2.95 each, which in my opinion is decent for the size you receive. The lovely sparkly blue colour is what first attracted me to this particular bomb, and again claiming to be "uplifting and refreshing" on Lush.com. I got this as a present for my mum to try as we both loveeee a good bath. I can't wait to see Rocket Science get fizzy in the bath, and the scents and trails it leaves behind. They're always so much fun!


A brand I haven't tried before but was intrigued to is bomb cosmetics. These 2 caught my eye immediately in the shop (it was a garden centre could you believe) just because of how beautifully christmassy and cute they are! I decided to purchase 2 as the deal was 2 for £6 which is cheaper than 2 bigger bath bombs at Lush. Both smell gorgeous, I picked up Ugly Ducking and Candy Cane Lane.  Priced at £2.99 each. I can't wait to see how they both fizz up and go under the challenge once in the water, because to this day I haven't found any as good as Lush.


Im sorry this was only a tiny haul, but a haul none the less. I also hope you enjoyed it! Maybe it gave you a little inspiration to go shopping (sorry not sorry). But it is the season for giving so why not treat yourself and a pal all at the same time! Please let me know if you would like to see my reaction/thoughts to how they all fizz up in the bath - and always keep an eye on my social media for that good ol reverse boomerang. Comment below if you have any recommendations for me to buy next...Im always on the lookout haha!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hello Lovlies,

I thought I'd try and do something different today on Abbey Hearts which suggested by my boyfriend to do our version of a little film review of the latest hyped movie, Dunkirk. This film has been on our radar for a while, ever since Harry Styles was know to be in it as his first big acting role. Not only that but this film has a big storyline, moving me while I watched it.



Im sure many of you are aware of Dunkirk and what those soldiers did for us in World War 2, however I was slightly clueless walking into this film. Set in WW2 in the 1940's english and french troops were trapped in Dunkirk while the Germans advanced. They were trapped through sea, air and land this was utterly awful for Churchill and the UK but how were the troops going to get home? Without telling you too much about the film storyline just the basics. You can watch the Dunkirk Trailer Here! 

Me & Joe decided to go and watch this film for our date of the week whilst at the Trafford Centre (best cinema ever) and with a star studded line up we knew it shouldn't disappoint. Obviously Harry Styles with his first big acting role but also Tom hardy and directed by Christoper Nolan for a Warner Brothers Production.

In my opinion this historic thriller was almost hard to follow flicking from character to character, where almost all characters seem like extras - not one has a leading roll which joe quite liked. However I like to feel a connection with that one main character and will for them, however with Dunkirk you don't get that vibe. Although the quality of this film is brilliant, directed and filmed beautifully and to watch was utterly spectacular. I have never seen a film quite like it. However if you aren't a fan of films that make you jump now and then, then this isn't the film for you as the extremely loud shotgun blows and spitfire planes shot past made me jump more than a few times!

Joe's Rating - 7/8 out of 10
Abbey's Rating - 5/6 out of 10

Even though I have given this film a slightly lower rating than Joe has that by no means says I didn't enjoy it because I did! In fact I was hooked to that big screen for the whole 2 hours willing for our troops to pull through. It is a very moving film thinking back, as a male perspective Joe loved this film more than many others we have seen in the last few months together.

And what would a cinema date be without a Tango Ice Blast?! So so yum

I would definitely recommend going to see this film! In Joe's words this is a film you'll be able to tell your children and grandchildren you went to see that when it was first in the cinema in years and years to come and honestly that is so so true!

I hope you enjoyed a little something different on my blog for a change, and the two perspectives from me and my boyfriend Joe - which I quite like and might do more blog posts like this in the future. We would love to hear your feedback through the comments below and through social media (links in the sidebar) I love replying!


Abbey Hearts ♥


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Hello lovlies,

Talking all things hair care on Abbey Hearts today, giving you the full low down on my hair care routine, what I use in the shower and my favourite heat styling products that will get you through the summer humidity/frizz.



Most products I will be talking about in this blog post are on the affordable end of the spectrum, apart from 1. If you have any hair product recommendations please don't hesitate to tell me, either in the comments below or through my social media (links to all in sidebar).

First up has to be my beloved shampoo and conditioner, the shampoo I have repurchased more than twice now! Its the Herbal Essences Dazzling Shine Shampoo you can't miss it with the brightest green bottle and the sweetest apple scent. This shampoo feels almost light when I'm using it, not at all harsh and abrasive but natural and cleansing - just what it says on the bottle. And as it says on the tin honestly leaves my hair with a dazzling shine, and the sweet scent lingering for hours. Just to let you in on my hair type, this is a shampoo for normal hair which Im not sure I have but love none the less. As my hair is very long it can often get greasy, I also have ombre/balayage hair which means I have blonde tones running through the mid to the ends therefore the ends can get quite dry but this shampoo and conditioner combo has me sorted.


The conditioner I use is the Mark Hill XL Volume Amplifying Conditioner containing marine collagen, claiming "Collagen fillers for hair! Add strength body and bounce, leaving hair thicker and fuller!". This conditioner appealed to me as I haven't really seen anything similar to it on the hair market as of yet, and I definitely want my hair containing more volume and bounce! who doesn't right! Again lovely and sweet smelling of lemons - if at all a little sickly. I use this on the mid lengths to the ends of my hair as not to add grease to my roots, this leaves my hair feeling instantly smooth, shiny, conditioned, hydrated and most of all silky. You can feel the silkiness straight away!


After I have shampoo'd and conditioned my locks I then move on to styling for the days ahead, before I blow-dry my hair I always make sure to use a heat styling spray to protect it as it really makes a difference. For this I use the TRESemme Protect Heat Defence Styling Spray and I find it one of the best on the market, as I have tried other higher priced brands in the past. TRESemme really does its job here, protecting my locks from UV damage and heat damage from the use of styling tools and hair dryers. Definitely add this product to your routine, again the sweet luxurious smell lingering for hours, my boyfriend agrees!


After I protect my hair I am all ready for blowdrying, using my trusty babyliss hairdryer - so old but it does the job haha. Then on to my favourite part of my whole hair care routine straightening! I would definitely say I straighten my hair more than I wave/curl although I do love my hair curled, straightening is just a whole lot easier day to day. If someone could also direct me to the best tutorial to curl hair with straighteners then please send it my way!




To straighten I use my beloved Copper Luxe V Gold GHD Styler I just can't get enough of these! I received them for Christmas and I have honestly been using them every week since, they come everywhere with me including on holiday. These honestly changed the way I straighten my hair as they are so much better, so revolutionary. They include smart technology meaning you switch them on and go, no need for heat settings as the ceramic plates tender to your specific hair needs. You and me would be different, how cleaver is that. Also how gorgeous are they?! My mum did good with this gorgeous copper colour! So instagrammable!  Also so lightweight and luxurious.

Please let me know your thoughts with this post! And send me your hair essentials, always looking for new recommendations to buy! Don't forget to comment below with content you would like to see here on Abbey Hearts and your feedback, I always love and read it! All social media links are in the sidebar so feel free to follow me :) More new and exciting content coming soon!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hello lovlies,

So as of recently I have been travelling quite a bit, in the uk and abroad. Helping me with this has been my trusty and ever so beautiful Ted Baker wash bag, look at it...just stunning. The perfect size for all my toiletries, although a funny shaped wash bag it can fit a lot in so do not be deceived! Adds a little bit of luxury to daily life.



It is beautiful in every way, the rose gold/coppery toned hardware really adds to the Ted Baker themed branding - looking more into their collections of handbags, pencil cases etc. Ted Baker your branding is on point. The actual design on the wash bag seems to be of diamonds/crystals in a beautiful wash of turquoise and mint shades. Keeping to the gem theme with the added gem accessory on the zip, oh its the little things in life!



The beautiful turquoise and mint shades on this wash bag just scream spring/summer to me, I just cannot get enough of it, and it pictures perfectly. Also if you want a lot of compliments, this is the wash bag for you girl. Also the beautiful pastel pink fabric on the inside of the wash bag, I would estimate this getting a little dirty through wear, tear and use but mine hasn't as of yet.


This beautiful specimen was given to me as a gift a few Christmas ago, but is still available to purchase here. Bare in mind this wash bag also comes with some amazingly scented ted baker beauty/body products. Ted Baker is available at Boots all year round with collections containing beautiful prints and some really lovely products. Adding that touch of luxury to everyday life!

Hope you enjoyed my latest post, don't forget to check out my social media (links in the sidebar) and comment with any thoughts & suggestions. I always love to hear your feedback!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hello lovlies,

So today I thought i'd carry on with my summer post vibes, with my summer hearts of the week! I love posts like this, including a bit of everything - beauty & fashion, I hope you enjoy these little insight posts too.


Fashion: Secondly I've been major shoe loving over these blush pink beauty's, can you believe they're from Primark?! £20 honestly well spent, and one of the best sprint/summer shopping trips - heels always make everything better! and they're PINKKKKK! Im quite small at 5t 4" so heels are a must, they are also super cute with any summer outfit, and beyond comfortable. The inside labels are also rose gold...♥.



So pretty! As they are from Primark Im so sorry but I obviously cannot include a direct link to buy these shoes online, as they are only available in Primark stores (cry). So definitely head down to your nearest and dearest Primarni and scout these bad boys out!


Beauty: Lets talk summer beauty, my essentials for this week! My perfect little travel size Soap & Glory Righteous Body Butter, that honestly goes everywhere with me lately. As I have just recently returned from the beautiful island of Kefalonia and caught a little tan, my skin has been on the very dry side...this has been my saviour! So so so hydrating, and the gorgeous original S&G scent, just divine.


Let's be honest Zoella Beauty never fails, I picked up all  Zoe's scents just before Christmas and I have to say Blissful Mistful has to be my favourite and will always bring back tranquil, lovely memories from Kefalonia. All the others are great too, the mists last quite a while on my body and clothes - my boyfriend loves the smell on me, so that has to be a good sign! Also all perfect for summer, travel size so perfect for handbags and planes! Go give them a spritz in boots, you wont be disappointed!


What more can be said about Kylie Cosmetics but all good things, we all know about the hype but I was weak and caved in to Maliboo and Posie K. I have to say a little drying but that is to be expected I suppose...nothing a little tin of rosy vaseline can't fix!

I hope you enjoyed this post! As a new blogger I hope all the content I am providing is what my readers and followers want, so please let me know if not? Also if you have any post suggestions/posts you would like me to write please let me know in the comments or through my social media! I love feedback. (All social media links can be found in the sidebar)

Abbey Hearts ♥

Hello everyone,

  So recently I purchased Benefit's new Roller Lash Mascara whilst traveling on holiday in duty free, thinking it looks amazing and I've seen great reviews so why the hell not?! Well It certainly didn't disappoint.



As a massive fan of the 'They're Real' mascara making my lashes look incredible their new mascara definitely tops it, making them look insane!





With my lashes being fairly long anyway this mascara works amazingly well for me.   I have been receiving many compliments of family and friends, which is always a good sign.   I honestly can't find any flaws to the Roller Lash mascara...

I find it to last all day on me - and beyond, It's black as black can be, the wand separates lashes just enough with adding a lovely curl without even curling before hand, adding even more length plus 0% fall out onto my skin.   Also strange one, this mascara seems somewhat waterproof, not fully but don't worry ladies enough for a little cry, so let it out and nobody will ever know!



Although this Mascara is a little pricey, you really do get what you are actually paying for here! Amazing product, a well loved and trusted brand, and look at the beautiful packaging (as always with Benefit products) you really can't go wrong! Give it a go and tell me what you think!

Benefit Roller Lash Mascara - £19.50 at Debenhams 

...................................................................................................................................................................Love Abbey xxx
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