Run like the wind



Outfit:
Pink t-shirt - Nike
Cropped training leggings - Nike (similar)
Nike purple free runs 5.0 - c/o SportsShoes

This is my running outfit. Yes, I Sophie Warner, has decided to take up running. After spending years avoiding exercise like the plague, I was known to write my own letters to get out of PE - sorry mum - I decided it was about time to finally do some exercising. My best friend very impressively ran the marathon this year and I decided to follow in her footsteps and put my running shoes on. This is where these rather snazzy looking Nike Free runs come into play. I never thought i'd see the day that I would get excited about receiving a pair of trainers in the post!

Personally I exercise better - like any aspect in my life - if I feel I look nice. It helps me have an extra spring in my step because after all, you don't really know who you're going to bump into when your jogging down the cycle paths. I don't need someone I've not seen in 10 years bumping into me looking like a raggamuffin. Bright colours get the thumbs up from me as if you don't want to blend in during your day-to-day life than why would you when running? A little slick of basic make up doesn't go amiss either - bronzer, concealer and mascara means i'm ready to take on the world.

Now onto the trainers. I opted for the Nike Lady Free 5.0 in a gorgeous purple colour. I had very high hopes and by god did they deliver. If I'm honest I didn't really expect them to make that much of a difference. But I was pleasantly surprised. The trainers made me feel like I was walking on air and the flexible sole made running so much easier helping me keep a good pace. They fit my feet like a glove and felt so comfortable - my previous trainers made the sides of my feet ache. No aching feet in these. I really couldn't recommend them enough.

Do you like to make a bit of an effort when you exercise?





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If money was no object


I am constantly dreaming of being somewhere with a sunnier climate. It seemed too good to be true for the hot weather to last here in England right? I'm still bringing out the bare legs in spite of the rain. When I'm daydreaming of a hot country - usually when I'm squeezed in a tube carriage on my way home - I like to think about my ideal beach appropriate outfit. If I had endless pots of cash i'd opt for a beach outfit from Heidi Klein. I much prefer a bandeau style bikini top when I'm sunning myself and there's nothing worse than two glaring white strap marks ruining an evening outfit. I much prefer my tan lines hidden thank you very much. This straw bag is the perfect size for lugging around holiday essentials which always include a good book - the trashier the better - and an endless supply of sun cream. Wrinkles are not my friend. Finally a pretty cover up is vital for when you finally move from your sun lounger in search of some food. The waiters in the restaurant do not want to see me in my bikini!

Oh how I wish I was going away on another beach holiday! But i've heard it's 28 degrees in Warsaw so the bank holiday weekend will not be too shabby.

Have you had your summer holiday yet? If not, where are you off too?

This post was written in collaboration with Avenue 32.
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Aesthetic - The Golden Hour

Edited by the amazing Michelle, independent magazine Aesthetic is the city girl's ideal guide to getting the most out of life. Produced quarterly, it's the perfect publication for an ambitious and conscientious twenty-something girl. This issue is full to the brim of amazing lifestyle, interiors, career advice, style and recipe articles. With illustrations by the talented Ella Masters, Yasmin Mason and Carly Watts, you won't be able to stop flicking through the 92-page issue. The fourth edition is sure to be well worth a purchase. You can order your copy here - make sure you hurry though because as I said it's promising to be an absolutely corker!

Make sure you give our facebook page a cheeky like and keep an eye on our online version which is updated daily. In case you didn't know I'm the Heath and Lifetsyle Editor of Aesthetic Online. We're also on twitter if you fancy having a little chat!
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