Run Forest Run

I've got an confession to make. These last few god knows how many months - if I'm being really honest since late last year - i've been extremely slack with Weightwatchers. I haven't lost any weight but I haven't really gained anything either. I'm losing two pounds and gaining two pounds week in week out. I seem to be extremely good eating wise during the week and then throw caution to the wind at the weekend. Enough is enough. I've got far too many pretty clothes in my wardrobe taunting me that I can't fit into - still with the tags on sob - and I need to take action. I've decided exercise is key. That way it won't matter if I have the odd burger slip up - life is too short - as hopefully i'll be counteracting it with getting sweaty and toned whilst running a few times a week. I've set myself a target of running a 5k by November eeeek! So when I was offered the chance to review a Panache sports bra, it came at just the right time.




I must admit I had my doubts when it arrived as it looked huge - I'm not very well blessed in that department. But as soon as I put it on, it fitted like a glove and I felt very secure with the three hooks at the back. There's no danger of me knocking myself out but there is a chance of me feeling very uncomfortable in a normal bra. This hardly felt like it was on my body and I didn't get a sore chest like I usually do when I try any form of exercise. I found the bra straps very comfortable with the padding and had no dreaded digging in.

The bra goes all the way up to a H in a wide range of colours including black, cranberry and grey. The cranberry one is such a gorgeous colour. Who says something can't be practical and stylish?


The lovely people at Brit Bloggers were also kind enough to send me a little running pack to help me conquer the paths. The pedometer is such a great little tool and it helps to spur me on as I think just 100 more steps... The clip on mp3 player came in very handy and helps to motivate me along the way. It's a lot easier to forget the pain I'm in when the Backstreet Boys are blasting in my ear!

Have you ever tried a Panache Sports Bra before?

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When there's no-one left to fight boys like him don't shine so bright




Outfit:
Quilted faux leather jacket - Zara (similar)
Striped cotton midi dress - Asos via Petticoat Lane Market (similar style)
Patent pointed flats - Zara (similar)

This was the other gem I picked up from Petticoat Lane market. It all happened in a blink of an eye and I'm still not quite sure how it came into my hands. I'm very glad it did though! It's the same shape as this dress I have and it fits perfectly. It's my perfect length and sucks me in at the waist giving the impression I'm skinner than what I look. Please do this dress in more colourways Asos!

I wore this out today to meet up with an old friend for some Nandos and a very much overdue catch up. It's amazing where times goes! Then this evening will be spent snuggling in bed watching the rest of the second series of Homeland ready for the upcoming third series. I LOVE YOU BRODY! The DVD of the first series was hands down the best thing I ever brought my boyfriend. Evenings spent admiring Damien Lewis' *ahem* acting talents are my favourite kind of evenings.


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The Vintage Emporium

I'm going to hold my hands up and admit i'm a tearoom geek. Give me a slice of cake and i'm yours. So it's no wonder The Vintage Emporuim had been bon my list of places to visit for a long time. When I dragged my friend to Petticoat Lane a few weeks ago I made sure we made a detour to refuel.



I'm an absolute sucker for mixmatched furtiture and crockery and should I ever realise my dream, it's exactly how I would have my very own tearoom. I love the odd tables and chairs and the random nick knacks hanging on the walls. After a long hard look at the menu on the wall I decided on a tomato, mozzarella and pesto granery bread sandwich. It was a bit of a shock when it arrived as you had to put it together yourself! I was a bit wary at first as there didn't seem enough ingredients to make a substanial enough sandwich but I didn't need to have worried. There was plenty and it filled a big lunchtime hole. The sandwich tasted lovely and fresh and arrived very quickly after we ordered. No brown tomatoes or wilted lettace in this sandwich. My only downside was the fact I was too full to try one of the cakes on offer!


If you're ever in Brick Lane and fancy a bit to eat at lunch I fully reconmend it. It's just past Cheshire Street so it's the perfect place to recharge your batteries after you have a good rummage in the massive Beyond Retro warehouse!


There is even a shop below for you to have a mooch around in!
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