A once in a lifetime opportunity - grab it.
Right guys, have I got something beyond fabulous for you.
I've recently been contacted by the makers of a new prime time makeover show who are looking for busy women in their 30's and 40's who don't seem to have any "me" time (boy does that sound familiar or what) and who would like a completely new look.
This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience a dream makeover, with the assistance of their team of high profile experts who have worked with top name celebrities, including Angelina Jolie, Keira Knightley and Daisy Lowe. On offer will be top non-surgical procedures, hair, makeup, styling advice and cosmetic dentistry.
Here is the slightly tricky but not insurmountable surely, bit - you must be available for filming from the 12th to the 15th of October inclusive, in London.
Now I get countless comments and emails from lovely ladies who are so keen to get out of the slight rut they've fallen into fashion wise so I know that there are some of you out there to which this would be a dream come true. Imagine a head to toe full body makeover? How utterly tempting does that sound? Please please can some of you move heaven and earth to be available for that week? You will be in the care of the most wonderful team of experts - it just sounds beyond amazing to me.
If you would like further information (and don't hesitate to ask anything, regardless of how trivial you think it may be) or would like to apply for the show (go on go on!!!) please email liz.hetherington@storyvault.tv or monica.wellburn@storyvault.tv
They'll need one close head and shoulders shot of you looking like your 'day to day' self, a full body shot in tight clothing so they can see your figure and also a photograph where you feel that you look your very best! Please could you also include your reasons for wishing to apply and a little bit about yourself.
Time is of the essence here so there is no time to worry about whether or not it's a good idea - it IS a good idea, it's an excellent idea and you've got nothing to lose.
Please let me know if you've applied or email me at doesmybumlook40@gmail.com if you have any questions you'd like to ask and don't want to ask directly.
This really is such a great opportunity - take the bull by the horns and do something for you. Without wishing to sound like a naff shampoo advert - you're worth it. Boom boom!
Very quickly as I want to get the above info out there as soon as possible and I have a PTA meeting to go to tonight. Oh the glamour. Dear god, please let there be wine.
I've had a couple of emails asking if I know of an alternative to the Ash Jalouse boot. There is a Clarks one kicking around which, I know (S, you know who are!) some people like and you can guarantee that it would be super comfy. But I came across this one from Oasis last night which definitely is the best I've come across.
The Willow Western Boot £68 from Oasis
And here is the original - available all over the place for £145. Light tan suede in the winter for that price. Erm. Not for me.
On my boot quest (oh the annual yawnathon of my boot quest) I have discounted (for the minute clearly - fully expect me to have changed my mind by next week) the divine Ash multicoloured suede wedges in plum, taupe and black. With the recent deluge of rain, the reality of a winter boot that I can't actually wear in any vaguely inclement weather, struck me as being moronic. To be fair, were it cheaper, it wouldn't concern me, but for nearly £200 - hell no. The sensible shopping fairy (darn her) had a swift word.
So I'm back on the boot search. Daytime chestnut ankle boots and night out black ones are on the must have list. Must have - can't find (that I can afford). If anyone is remotely interested I will report back.
Now a quick round up of what I've been wearing
Friday - that long ago, can't even remember what I did. Am still doing lunchtime pick ups for smallest rugrat so it really can't have been that exciting.
Breton jersey top - H&M
Distressed straight leg jeans - Zara
Navy blazer - Zara
Gold bee necklace - Alex Monroe
Gold serpent necklace - Stella & Dot
Oversized stone bracelet - Massimo Dutti
Tan Rockafella boots - Russell & Bromley
Chestnut cross body bag - Campomaggi from Plumo
Saturday - birthday party for 8 year old. Plus a trip to the hairdressers for her. She came back with full on Jessie J style fringe. Utterly adorable. Please stay this age and this delicious for ever H - I could eat you!
Blush jersey and silk top - Phase Eight
Camel Kirsten jeans - TopShop
Apricot tassel scarf - Mint Velvet
Tan Cypress boots - Acne
Sunglasses - Dior
Chestnut Lily bag - D&G
Saturday night - out for dinner with friends. Fab fab night - much deserved after party!
White vest - Primark
Snakeskin blouse - Zara
Pink blazer - Zara
Coated skinnies - Cos
Black suede cut away stilettos - Zara
Earrings - shamelessly borrowed from a friend which I must return (Sorry M!)
Snakeskin clutch - Michael Kors
Gold renegade bracelet - Stella & Dot
Sunday - another birthday tea at home for the extended family. Nothing like milking your birthday when you're 8. I wouldn't mind, but it's the 5 year old's birthday next week. My kids' birthdays are like buses.
Gold metallic jumper - St Tropez (from a local Danish boutique - it's a Danish brand)
Khaki zip skinnies - By Malene Birger
Oversized stone bracelet - Massimo Dutti
Tan Cypress boots - Acne
Fabulous finches scarf in owl brown - Mulberry
Yesterday - recovering from the weekend. It's already a blur. (5 yr old took this photo and loves it so I promised him I'd post it. Here you go M)
Blush vest - Miss Selridge
Breton jumper - Zara
Distressed biker jeans - By Malene Birger
Navy pleather jacket - Primark
Black Madonna stud wedge trainers - Ash
Black Faridah hobo bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs
Gold pine cone necklace - NW3 by Hobbs
Glasses - Dior
Today for the gym and then lunch with friends - lovely day. Punctuated by incessant whinging from the 4 year old who can't wait to be at school full time. Me neither......
White vest - Primark
Navy ruched top - Jigsaw
Khaki linen cargo pants - TopShop
Navy/khaki boucle jacket - Zara
Clay Thelma wedges - Ash
gold bee necklace - Alex Monroe
Chestnut Lily bag - D&G
Next couple of days I have a coat (ish!) blog and a night out boot blog to come.
PLEASE tell me that you've applied for a new you. You must you must YOU MUST!!!!!!
I've recently been contacted by the makers of a new prime time makeover show who are looking for busy women in their 30's and 40's who don't seem to have any "me" time (boy does that sound familiar or what) and who would like a completely new look.
This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience a dream makeover, with the assistance of their team of high profile experts who have worked with top name celebrities, including Angelina Jolie, Keira Knightley and Daisy Lowe. On offer will be top non-surgical procedures, hair, makeup, styling advice and cosmetic dentistry.
Here is the slightly tricky but not insurmountable surely, bit - you must be available for filming from the 12th to the 15th of October inclusive, in London.
Now I get countless comments and emails from lovely ladies who are so keen to get out of the slight rut they've fallen into fashion wise so I know that there are some of you out there to which this would be a dream come true. Imagine a head to toe full body makeover? How utterly tempting does that sound? Please please can some of you move heaven and earth to be available for that week? You will be in the care of the most wonderful team of experts - it just sounds beyond amazing to me.
If you would like further information (and don't hesitate to ask anything, regardless of how trivial you think it may be) or would like to apply for the show (go on go on!!!) please email liz.hetherington@storyvault.tv or monica.wellburn@storyvault.tv
They'll need one close head and shoulders shot of you looking like your 'day to day' self, a full body shot in tight clothing so they can see your figure and also a photograph where you feel that you look your very best! Please could you also include your reasons for wishing to apply and a little bit about yourself.
Time is of the essence here so there is no time to worry about whether or not it's a good idea - it IS a good idea, it's an excellent idea and you've got nothing to lose.
Please let me know if you've applied or email me at doesmybumlook40@gmail.com if you have any questions you'd like to ask and don't want to ask directly.
This really is such a great opportunity - take the bull by the horns and do something for you. Without wishing to sound like a naff shampoo advert - you're worth it. Boom boom!
Very quickly as I want to get the above info out there as soon as possible and I have a PTA meeting to go to tonight. Oh the glamour. Dear god, please let there be wine.
I've had a couple of emails asking if I know of an alternative to the Ash Jalouse boot. There is a Clarks one kicking around which, I know (S, you know who are!) some people like and you can guarantee that it would be super comfy. But I came across this one from Oasis last night which definitely is the best I've come across.
The Willow Western Boot £68 from Oasis
And here is the original - available all over the place for £145. Light tan suede in the winter for that price. Erm. Not for me.
On my boot quest (oh the annual yawnathon of my boot quest) I have discounted (for the minute clearly - fully expect me to have changed my mind by next week) the divine Ash multicoloured suede wedges in plum, taupe and black. With the recent deluge of rain, the reality of a winter boot that I can't actually wear in any vaguely inclement weather, struck me as being moronic. To be fair, were it cheaper, it wouldn't concern me, but for nearly £200 - hell no. The sensible shopping fairy (darn her) had a swift word.
So I'm back on the boot search. Daytime chestnut ankle boots and night out black ones are on the must have list. Must have - can't find (that I can afford). If anyone is remotely interested I will report back.
Now a quick round up of what I've been wearing
Friday - that long ago, can't even remember what I did. Am still doing lunchtime pick ups for smallest rugrat so it really can't have been that exciting.
Breton jersey top - H&M
Distressed straight leg jeans - Zara
Navy blazer - Zara
Gold bee necklace - Alex Monroe
Gold serpent necklace - Stella & Dot
Oversized stone bracelet - Massimo Dutti
Tan Rockafella boots - Russell & Bromley
Chestnut cross body bag - Campomaggi from Plumo
Saturday - birthday party for 8 year old. Plus a trip to the hairdressers for her. She came back with full on Jessie J style fringe. Utterly adorable. Please stay this age and this delicious for ever H - I could eat you!
Blush jersey and silk top - Phase Eight
Camel Kirsten jeans - TopShop
Apricot tassel scarf - Mint Velvet
Tan Cypress boots - Acne
Sunglasses - Dior
Chestnut Lily bag - D&G
Saturday night - out for dinner with friends. Fab fab night - much deserved after party!
White vest - Primark
Snakeskin blouse - Zara
Pink blazer - Zara
Coated skinnies - Cos
Black suede cut away stilettos - Zara
Earrings - shamelessly borrowed from a friend which I must return (Sorry M!)
Snakeskin clutch - Michael Kors
Gold renegade bracelet - Stella & Dot
Sunday - another birthday tea at home for the extended family. Nothing like milking your birthday when you're 8. I wouldn't mind, but it's the 5 year old's birthday next week. My kids' birthdays are like buses.
Gold metallic jumper - St Tropez (from a local Danish boutique - it's a Danish brand)
Khaki zip skinnies - By Malene Birger
Oversized stone bracelet - Massimo Dutti
Tan Cypress boots - Acne
Fabulous finches scarf in owl brown - Mulberry
Yesterday - recovering from the weekend. It's already a blur. (5 yr old took this photo and loves it so I promised him I'd post it. Here you go M)
Blush vest - Miss Selridge
Breton jumper - Zara
Distressed biker jeans - By Malene Birger
Navy pleather jacket - Primark
Black Madonna stud wedge trainers - Ash
Black Faridah hobo bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs
Gold pine cone necklace - NW3 by Hobbs
Glasses - Dior
Today for the gym and then lunch with friends - lovely day. Punctuated by incessant whinging from the 4 year old who can't wait to be at school full time. Me neither......
White vest - Primark
Navy ruched top - Jigsaw
Khaki linen cargo pants - TopShop
Navy/khaki boucle jacket - Zara
Clay Thelma wedges - Ash
gold bee necklace - Alex Monroe
Chestnut Lily bag - D&G
Next couple of days I have a coat (ish!) blog and a night out boot blog to come.
PLEASE tell me that you've applied for a new you. You must you must YOU MUST!!!!!!
