Starting to plan in October or even earlier, for Christmas can seem a bit extreme. However, planning ahead and doing a little bit at a time leaves a lot more time to enjoy the season and makes it a lot easier. You also can save money by shopping all year. As it is starting to feel Autumnal and my central ...

Got a friend or family member currently living abroad? Want to let them know you’re thinking of them with a special gift? Then look no further than a care package! Simply fill a parcel with comforting treats, and you’re guaranteed to brighten their day. But if you don’t feel 100% confident in sending one, don’t worry. Our straightforward guide covers ...

The Sleep Council is urging people to make the most of their extra hour in bed this National Sleep-In Day (Sunday, October 27, the day the clocks go back) by resetting their whole bedtime routine. More than a third of all Brits survive on less than six hours sleep*, and although sleep needs differ, the recommended amount for adults is ...

To-Do Jobs Around the Home Seasonal sorting of wardrobes. Eek! It’s time to make room for your sparkly dresses and Christmas sweater collection.First things first, and that’s to understand exactly what clothes you have, what you love/hate/don’t wear and make sense of everything – and that’s where a good clear out comes into play. I advise firstly getting all your ...

We’re always looking for ways to help the environment: recycling our plastics, switching from paper to jute, and upcycling our old goods and turning them into something new. Although we might think that one person can’t make a difference. If we all engage in little things like this, we can positively impact our environment. But it isn’t just about making ...

Last week we wrote about why it seems that more people than ever are using the internet to find love locally and the feedback we received was incredible. So today we’re going to delve into the topic a little deeper. It’s true that in recent years many people have turned to dating apps to find their someone special. In fact, ...

It’s Time to Think Twice About the Bad Reputation Carbs Get Whether you watch your weight or not, you’ll most likely have heard about how bad carbohydrates are for you. It all started with the arrival of the Atkins diet in 1972. While initial studies suggested all carbohydrates are transformed into fat in the body, more recent research has revealed ...

It’s been wonderful seeing you all over our social! We have some exciting Facebook only competitions coming up, so we don’t want any of our lovely readers to miss them. They’ll also be lots more pics of the official Vivre Le Rêve puppy-in-chief, Teddy. And I can think of no better way to get our homes ready for the colder ...

The perfect gift for the gadget obsessed caffeine addict. Beautifully designed to be used in your home or at your desk, the Ember Ceramic Mug keeps your beverages at the perfect temperature from the first sip to the last drop. This is very much a premium product, it is not for everyone. It does feel and look very nice, and ...

To-Do Jobs Around the Home First of all, it’s time to organise the guest room / the area you use to host guests. Christmas Prep Checklist Begin planning Christmas decorating. Inventory Christmas decorations. Decorate your home for Autumn. Nearer to Halloween, add a few Halloween items that can be easily removed afterwards. Schedule house guest stays. Who’s staying where and ...

Earlier this week we wrote about why singles seemed to be flocking to local dating sites, so today we’re going to take a closer look at that. It’s true that in recent years many people have turned to dating apps to find their significant other. In fact, The latest survey on UK online dating reveals that over 7.6 million of ...

There can be few things as quintessentially British as a good garden. Particularly for those of us living in London, however, the simple pleasures of exploring some pure green beauty and getting lost in nature can be easily forgotten. That’s why it’s important to step outside of your cosmopolitan bubble every once in a while and experience the best open ...