As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
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Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
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I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

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Fashion · December 4, 2017

Staying warm this Winter with The Sweater Shop

Staying warm this winter is of paramount importance to us all, the weather has been getting colder by the day. Those who know me know how much I despise being cold and dress like an Eskimo from head to toe. Whenever I am introduced or come across brands offering the best products I am more than happy to collaborate. That is the case with my recent brand collaboration with The Sweater Shop, an Irish Brand. I have previously owned wool sweaters but often they were itchy so I am always skeptical. Today I am happy to report that this sweater doesn’t itch not even one bit. The sweater is made from the finest merino wool which produces the softest sweaters to wear.

Trying to stay warm this winter can be as easy as pie if you prepare in advance. We all know owning a warm coat, boots and scarves definitely helps us stay warm in colder weather. As someone who hates being cold you would think all my clothes are winter gear friendly. But alas I am a summer baby so often I want to dress like it is summer even in England. To ensure I can dress like summer inside but stay warm outside I choose the warmest sweaters and coats. And to be honest, most times I am in doors where it is warm and cozy staying out of the freezing cold.

The Sweater ShopStaying warm this Winter with The Sweater Shop

The sweater shop has been a family run business since 1986 and it is still run by Dom Byrne the founder. With a large collection of quality Irish Aran knitwear it invites even visitors from further afield. The knitwear is sold at reasonable prices and made from the best wool which is soft and luxurious to touch. As I have mentioned above, often I shy away from knitwear made from wool because I find it itchy. It’s been a week since I started wearing the knitwear from The Sweater Shop and it has not itch me once.

The company offers free shipping to USA, Australia, Canada and Ireland, and everything is 100% Irish made. They sell knitwear for women, men and children the guarantees quality products made to last {with proper care}. For those looking for throws and blankets, they have a wide range of them too.

When this opportunity came around, I spent a bit of time perusing the website for something I really wanted. When I saw the Glenross cardigan I knew I had to have it.

The Sweater ShopReview of the Glenross Waterfall Cardigan A661

The Sweater Shop promises delivery between 2-10 days, I receive my order within 2 days sent via UK mail. It was nicely wrapped but I could tell from the outside exactly where it came from. Excited with glee I opened my parcel and saw my Glenross water cardigan in teal {RP: $119}.

My first impression was just how lovely the knitwear was done and soft to the touch it was. I wasn’t sure if I could wear it without testing on a patch of skin but I braved it and wore it. It was super warm, they comfy and cozy so much that I took it for a spin that very night. Since then it has been my go to cardigan and goes with practically all my outfits.

I am definitely impressed with this wool cardigan and highly recommend it. It is truly warm, comes with instructions on how to maintain it so it can last longer.

Disclosure: I was offered a knitwear of my choice for inclusion in this post, this review is noncommissioned by the brand. All opinions shared are my own and based on my own personal experience.


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Comments

  1. Amy says

    December 19, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    Oh you look so lovely! I love that cardi – it looks so cosy and warm, perfect for winter x

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  2. Lubka Henry says

    December 15, 2017 at 10:55 am

    I need to check them out. Your cardigan looks gorgeous and I’m in a need of some warm knits right now :))

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  3. Jessica Wilby (Philocalist) says

    December 13, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    What a gorgeous piece of knitwear! I can’t say I’m too familiar with the brand so I’ll definitely have to scroll through their collection. I absolutely love the waterfall style!

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  4. Olivia Jade says

    December 13, 2017 at 9:10 am

    This looks like such a warm and cosy staple piece, would be great to wear out and also indoors. I like that they offer free shipping as well!

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  5. Hannah Anderson says

    December 13, 2017 at 7:29 am

    I love that it wasn’t itchy! I always have to wear top’s under my jumpers. Love the colour too, it really suits you 🙂

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  6. Helen Costello says

    December 8, 2017 at 11:50 pm

    I’m amazed that the jumper wasn’t itchy at all – It looks great. That colour really suits you too!

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  7. Laura @ What's Hot? says

    December 7, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Looks really warm and thick! Love that it comes down past your bum for even more warmth 🙂

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  8. Globalmouse says

    December 6, 2017 at 10:59 pm

    I absolutely love that cardigan, the colour is gorgeous and I love the style too. Lovely.

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  9. Melanie Edjourian says

    December 6, 2017 at 10:00 pm

    I love the look of the cardigan it looks really warm and cosy and that colour is gorgeous.

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  10. beautykinguk says

    December 6, 2017 at 9:33 pm

    Now this is the kind of knitwear Rachel likes to wear and she is also obsessed with the colour Teal!

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  11. Sarah Ann says

    December 6, 2017 at 9:18 pm

    My favourite thing about winter is wearing the cosiest sweaters and cardigans. Love the colour of this cardigan and it looks so cosy.

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  12. Angela Ricardo Bethea says

    December 6, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    I am loving that sweater especially it’s color. It looks great and comfy as well.

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  13. Baby Isabella says

    December 6, 2017 at 4:57 pm

    We love the shape of that waterfall cardigan and it looks so warm and comfortable x

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  14. Jazmin Williams says

    December 5, 2017 at 10:46 pm

    You’re so pretty! That sounds like an amazing business and the cardi looks so cosy.

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  15. Kacie Morgan says

    December 5, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    The cardigan looks like it’s made from a top quality wool, and I like that it’s a family run business!

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  16. Hungry_Healthy_Happy says

    December 5, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    It’s so cold here today! I am all about the chunky knitwear at the moment.

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  17. Laura Dove says

    December 5, 2017 at 11:14 am

    Ooh I am all about staying warm! I am ALWAYS cold! I love the sweater shop!

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  18. Rhian Westbury says

    December 5, 2017 at 10:38 am

    I need more warm clothing as I am so bad in the winter x

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  19. Elise Cohen Ho says

    December 5, 2017 at 5:59 am

    You have great taste. The cardigan is great.

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  20. Melanie says

    December 5, 2017 at 4:45 am

    Never geard of these before but love the waterfall cardigan very cosy and snug x

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  21. Nina Lawman says

    December 5, 2017 at 4:41 am

    I’ve never purchased anything from this company before, but the cardigan looks so comfy and cosy! I love stocking up on warmer pieces for December!

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  22. Ana De Jesus says

    December 4, 2017 at 10:50 pm

    I really love that the Sweater Shop is still a family run business and I love the waterfall cardigan that you have on. You look so cozy x

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  23. Hannah Wood says

    December 4, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    I love winter sweaters so warming for this time of year, I love the blue one you have om.

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