Turkey 2013

After getting back from a week long trip to Turkey I feel like I need another holiday. Isn't that always the way?! Last week I spent seven days in the bosom of my family - my mum, dad, nan and boyfriend -  for my mother's 50th birthday. With beautiful weather - i'd forgotten what 30 degree sunshine feels like - it was the perfect place to wind down and relax. I've got to be honest I didn't really do a lot apart from a few afternoon trips and sleeping. One day I reckon I must have slept for about 17 hours on and off. I turned into a sloth it seemed! Bodrum is a lovely place full of character. It's just a shame it doesn't have a beach but the jetty soon made up for that. After consuming enough food and alcohol to look nine months pregnant, i'm already counting down the days until my next trip to Ireland!

How have you all been keeping since i've been away? Will I be seeing anyone at the Rush Hair event tonight?

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Byron - A restaurant review

Burgers at the moment are my favourite things to eat so when I asked my friends out for dinner I naturally suggested them. Let me introduce you to Byron.

This is my second time to the chain but i'm in love. The courgette fries are worth a trip alonge. These beauties are heavenly. I would never have thought to try them if Hannah and Aisling hadn't suggested them but I honestly think they're better than normal fries. The mac and cheese was a welcome side too, if not a little odd with a burger. That's my boyfriend for you! I opted for the special this time which is sadly not available anymore but I can vouch for the cheeseburger with bacon. It's just as good.

Overall Byron makes a nice change from many chain restaurants. It has a great rustic atomsphere and the staff are always friendly. The burger is brilliantly cooked with just the right amount of pink middle. The bun soaks up the juice without falling apart too - nothing worse than a soggy bun as i'm sure you'll agree. Byron's not just restricted to London either. They have restaurants in Oxford, Cambridge and Kent too so make sure you check them out!

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This week i'm loving: High waisted bikinis

Orange frill high waisted bikini - Asos
Pinky red gingham high waisted bikini - Asos

As you read this i'll be sunning myself in 28 degree weather on holiday in Turkey. God this holiday was well needed this year! I've taken these two beauties along with me. The orange one I brought last week and the gingham one was a purchase from last year. I think the orange - so much more neon in real life -  one is for posing only as it doesn't feel too secure on! Flashing everyone in the pool is not on my agenda. I absolutely adore this retro style. My boyfriend thinks the bottoms look like a nappy but I love how it all sucks me in and makes me feel much more confident by the pool. My dreaded love handles suddenly vanish! Plus I like to pretend i'm a 50s siren in Cannes. Who doesn't?

Have you given into the high waisted trend?

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