What I've been up to..

Hello lovely people!

These last few weeks have been wildly busy with gorgeous events, exciting launches and a very dreamy trip to Estelle Manor. Honestly… sometimes I still have to pinch myself. I feel so lucky to get to visit amazing places and meet such wonderful people. The last couple of weeks have been full-on, but in the best possible way.

Let’s rewind to the start of the week…

Beauty Concierge in Covent Garden

I kicked things off with a visit to the Beauty Concierge in Covent Garden, where Dcypher were hosting several brilliant brands all under one roof.

Now, if you haven’t heard of Dcypher, they’re a brand that uses AI to colour-match your skin tone perfectly and recommend exactly what type of foundation will suit you best. I haven’t tried it just yet, but I’ll be going back soon, so watch this space for my review!

If you get the chance to visit, you absolutely must. There were so many fabulous independent brands there, including; Reeson Beauty by my lovely mate Really Ree. Rumm tubing mascara (which I’ve tried and LOVED) Stunning jewellery from Raven James (yes, I did buy myself a pair of hoops) One of my fave liner brands Hildun.

And many more. It was honestly so lovely seeing so many brilliant indie brands all together in one beautiful space.

A Bridgerton

Inspired Fragrance Dream

The following day I was invited to a Floral Street event, and wow… it was incredible.

They’ve collaborated with the new series of Bridgerton on a fragrance called Enchanted Masquerade, and it is absolutely gorgeous. The whole event transported us straight into the Regency era.

There was a table laid out with the most exquisite fruits and flowers — all ingredients found in the fragrance itself. I was lucky enough to be guided through a little “scent school,” learning about each note: Juicy pear, Gardenia, Rose And finally skin musk, which just melts into your skin and makes the fragrance feel totally you

I find perfume so fascinating — especially how it can instantly take you back to memories and moments. It’s kind of magical, really.

Maybelline Event at Estelle Manor (aka heaven)

The week finished with a trip to Estelle Manor with Maybelline and… OH WOW. What a place.

My phone was blowing up with messages saying “Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton were there a few days ago!” so you can imagine how lush it was.

I was taken to my room in the walled garden and honestly, I gasped. It was so cosy and homely, with a little sitting room and a wood-burning fire (which I absolutely lit, obviously). Behind a velvet curtain was a huge four-poster bed with some Maybelline goodies waiting for me. Dreamy.

My First Ever Padel Match

Then it was time for my first-ever game of Padel. We had a lovely instructor called Miguel who showed us the rules and techniques. Now… I am definitely not a natural sportswoman, but I actually really enjoyed it.

It was bitterly cold and raining (of course), but we stuck it out and even managed a pretty good rally. I was very proud of myself, not going to lie.

Afterwards, we were handed a glass of wine in a warm room (which helps everything) and then enjoyed a masterclass with the gorgeous Georgia Rose, who talked us through the new Lash Sinsational Bold mascara and the new Lifter concealers. I will give you guys a full review once I have tried these.

Dinner of Dreams

We then headed back to our rooms to get glammed up for dinner… and honestly, when I walked into the dining room, I was half expecting a proposal. It was lit entirely by candles, with a harp playing in the corner. I mean… it doesn’t get better than that.

The food was incredible and it was so lovely chatting with everyone about our shared love of Maybelline and makeup.

People always ask, “Do MUAs just sit around talking about makeup?”
And the answer is… yes. Pretty much
We talk about what we’re loving, what we’re using, and what’s exciting us at the moment. It’s the best.

A Slow Morning & Reality Check

The next morning we were able to just chill and slowly make our way home. I explored more of Estelle Manor and finally got into the gigantic bath I’d been eyeing up since I arrived.

I don’t know about you, but when I’m in a hotel for just one night, I try to use every single facility possible. Bath? Yes. Coffee? Yes. Wandering the grounds pretending I live there? Absolutely.

After grabbing a coffee from their Potting Shed, it was time to head back to reality.

And just like that… what a week.
Busy, beautiful, inspiring, and full of moments I won’t forget anytime soon.

Thanks for coming along with me, and I’ll be back very soon with more adventures.

B x