Celebrity Lifestyle Blogs

Gwyneth started it with the launch of Goop in 2010 and I have noticed that increasingly celebrities are getting on the bandwagon and launching their own lifestyle websites.

I know there are a lot of critics out there but I personally enjoy browsing through them. For pop culture fans like me, you can really get a feel for the person behind the celebrity and get lots of tips in the meantime or even if it is just for a stickybeak.

I give them credit for being entrepreneurial, finding an additional income stream and being in control of their own image and brand.

Aside from Goop, a couple of my other favourite celebrity sites are:

The Tig

Recently launched by Meghan Markle (who plays Rachel Zane on one of my favourite shows, Suits), The Tig is described as 'a hub for the discerning palate - those with a hunger for food, travel, fashion & beauty". Her posts seem very genuine and this page has become one of my frequent reads.

Olivia Palermo

I never watched her on The City but I do love Olivia Palermo's style. Her site is more style than general lifestyle and the "I want what she's wearing" category is always full of outfit inspiration for me.

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Music memories

I have the office to myself this afternoon so I can ditch the headphones and am turning up the music.

I used to be really up to date with music, read music blogs and keep up with new songs, artists, go to gigs.. but this has sort of faded out in the last few years. These days I seem to rely a lot on Spotify and their playlists and recommendations which is great for busy people!

But this afternoon I am feeling a bit nostalgic so reminiscing and playing some songs played at our wedding back in 2010 which is bringing back some beautiful memories.

Walking down the aisle:

First dance:

Fashion Bubble - Sketch Love

I wish I could draw like this!
c/o another of my favourite style blogs - Behind the Seams

Home made granola - our very own crunchy monkey

When we were in Phuket last month, the Mr found some really tasty locally made granola by Crunchy Monkey at the supermarket. We liked it so much we bought a few bags home with us. The little Miss is a big fan and is always asking to eat 'crunchy monkey' (even when it isn't breakfast time!).

Unfortunately our stocks are running low and good quality granola (that is not just toasted oats) is so expensive! So to keep me and the little girl busy on the weekend and to try and combat the jetlag I was suffering, I decided to try and make our own. It was way easier than I expected and is super yum. It was also a fun and easy way to get the little Miss involved in cooking.

I tried a simple recipe but I think I will try other variations next time. I turned to trusty google and this one was the first result after searching 'home made granola' so I adapted it and gave it a go...

Homemade Granola

Ingredients:

2 cups rolled oats1/2 cup chopped raw nuts (any nuts will do…

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