The Monday Piece - Dry-U Waterproof Bags

This week's Monday Piece is on Dry-U waterproof bags! I love handbags, and like to treat myself and wear new styles, however i'm the first to admit that my choices aren't always the most 'practical' or 'useful'. I mean, for days out shopping, going for coffee, or running errands, they're ideal and look great, but living in the countryside i also enjoy long walks and exploring the area - this is when i do need something practical and useful! Dry-U got in touch asking if i'd like to review one of their all weather bags so thought i'd give them a go and test them out!

Dry-U bags are designed to be 100% waterproof and weatherproof, meaning you can keep gadgets, clothing and belongings dry and clean no matter what the circumstances - whether you're skiing, walking, swimming or at the beach or a festival, you can rest assured knowing that you're things are safe. The bags come in different sizes and a selection of eye-catching bright colours - i chose the 5 litre bag in pink and have been using it as my gym bag, i walk everywhere in all weather so need something sturdy, waterproof and of course pretty to look at, so it's absolutely ideal and has been coming with me everywhere! It's a great size to fit my gym kit and lunch in, and then a couple of small things too like my phone and make-up bag. I've also been using the blue bag in 10 litres which is bigger and fits a towel, clothing, toiletries and again a few more bits, this would be great for taking to the beach or a festival to keep your clothes in.

Dry-U have been true to their word and the bags have been keeping my belongings dry and safe, it's also important to mention that they're well made and sturdy, with an adjustable arm strap and clasp, they're wipe clean too which is handy if you're prone to getting things dirty or using them to go camping as the mud will just wipe off! They're so useful and i'm going to continue using mine for the gym, camping, holiday and exploring! See the full range here.
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*c/o Dry-U bag, here*

Bell Sleeved Top

There's a fair bit of 70's style knocking around lately, so i'm getting involved with this bell sleeved top from Glamorous! It's black with coloured speckles, has fringing at the bottom and big bell sleeves! Worn with my ripped skinnies and a tiny handbag :).
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*Glamorous top, here*
*Topshop jeans, boots*
*Prada bag*
*Michael Kors pom pom*
*H&M belt*
*Necklace, Rome*
*Bracelet, gift*

The Monday Piece - Premier Inn Secret Shopping Event

This week's Monday Piece is on the Premier Inn Secret Shopping event! A few weeks ago i was invited with a few other Midlands based bloggers to take part in a secret shopping event hosted by Megs from Wonderful You and Premier Inn hotels - Meg has compiled a city guide of her favourite places to eat, shop and venture in Birmingham, and us bloggers got on board to test out the places she had picked!

We all got settled into our mega comfy rooms at the Premier Inn on Waterloo Street in the centre of town, before meeting up for dinner at The Lost and Found hosted by The Front Row Society - we sipped champagne and cocktails, and ate lots of yummy food (i had the fillet steak with triple cooked chips), and chatted about how we loved Birmingham, where we like to hang out and of course other girly things too! It was fab to meet some new bloggers and get to know them and their blogs. We finished fairly late so i was ready after a busy day to slouch into a big bed and get cosy - i'd never stayed in a Premier Inn before so wasn't sure what to expect though first impressions were so good and continued throughout my stay. The room was a decent size and the bed was SO comfortable, it was also fresh and spotlessly clean which is super important for me when staying away. I expected it to be noisy as Birmingham is quite the party place, especially on a Friday evening, however the sound proofing was excellent and i wasn't disturbed by other guests at all!

After recharging our batteries we all met for breakfast to talk about the day ahead and where we were going shopping in Birmingham. I let the waiter know i was coeliac and they were so helpful bringing me out an allergen menu and gluten free toast, most of the hot food is gluten free so i got to have a big full English to set me up for the day ahead - it was tasty too, and as it was self serve you could help yourself to seconds so hooray to that!

Off we then went on a shopping trip, exploring places we already knew and popping into different places too, Birmingham is epic for shopping as you have the Bull Ring which is massive, as well as the high streets and back lanes full of niche, designer and high street shops, and with Grand Central just opening there's even more places to explore, shop and eat! I bought a couple of things whilst shopping, including some boots and a pompom bag charm from Michael Kors, there really is something for everyone in Birmingham - i recommend it for a fun filled weekend, eating, shopping and relaxing, click here to see the full list of Birmingham hotels Premier Inn have to offer.

I had such a fun time at the event, we definitely ate well, slept well and shopped well! To see all of Megs favourite places to shop click here!
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*c/o Premier Inn event and stay*