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I bet you remember moments in your life where things seemed so much less stressful. You might, like myself, be of the pre-mobile phone generation when we all seemed to have a little more dedicated time for everything, or perhaps you don’t go that far back, but you might remember…
From minor décor tweaks to major remodelling ideas, there are always new and exciting ways to improve your home. And whether you’re a design enthusiast or just passionate about designing your dream home, it’s easy to get carried away with all those creative projects. However, it’s important to know which…
Oral care is important in every stage of the life. Its significance grows more during pregnancy as it then also concerns with the life of the baby to be born. Naturally, would-be mothers should take more care of their teeth and gums so that their baby does not face any…
With the festive period and mayhem over for another year. Some of you may be experiencing symptoms of a cold. Well, we have the perfect elixir to nip it in the bud! Tonia Buxton’s Bugger off Cold Virus soup. You can use up the vegetables in your fridge. It’s the…
My Soul My soul is blooming, it is no longer weak Awaken to life it’s time to take that leap. New beginnings and new starts It’s time to deal with affairs of the heart. All my desires and all my plans It’s time to emerge and show you who I…
While some people are getting tattoos on the other side of the world as we speak, some people are also regretting their tattoos and want them completely removed. While there are numerous tattoo removal techniques in the market you can choose from, one such household name by popular demand is…
Maintaining Good Health At Christmas With Christmas around the corner people start to use the excuse that they accept they will gain weight. There is no excuse, as you can still train hard and eat well up to the holiday season and do things to help maintain what you have…
Party Season Skin Survival Kit! Party season is in full swing, time to dust off the little black dress and santa hat and hit the town. Christmas and New Years Eve parties can see us consuming 2500-3000 calories on snacks and alcohol. Party food, alcohol, late nights can all leave us…
When I’d discovered Disney were making Mary Poppins, for some reason I got it into my head it was a remake. My first thoughts were “please leave that one alone, is nothing sacred?”. I spent most of my childhood watching the wonderful Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and cast once…
Toast to the holiday with the UK’s most awarded Gin. Manchester Gin! As the Christmas countdown continues, our friends at Manchester Gin have created three vibrant gin-based cocktails to help celebrate this festive season in style. When Manchester Gin was born, it was in the dining room of a house…
The average Brit consumes over 6000 calories on Christmas day, but there are ways to lighten the load and still enjoy the festivities. It is not the roast that is at fault, but the way we cook it! Limited the unhealthy saturated fats and keep things simple. Turkey is a…
Looking for a special Christmas gift? Or something for yourself… you are allowed to treat yourself now and again. Well we have a treat for you; Artithings bags. We at Those London Chicks are always so pleased when we find a brand offering up unusual things. Artisan Jo Hurford makes…
This Christmas we are proud to be standing with Solace to ensure that no survivor of domestic abuse is standing alone. There is no typical survivor of abuse. There is no typical journey to recovery. Mary Mason, CEO says “Today we work tirelessly just to defend the ground we won…
We are officially in the throws of holiday season, and with it comes celebrations and hosting duties galore. One of the most fun, out-of-the-ordinary ways to impress guests is to master the craft of plating food. Plating is a carefully thought-out artform, and executive chefs from all walks of cooking…
Fancy a sweet treat but not too sweet but don’t really want to go shopping for ingredients? Well, do we have the perfect remedy for that, These cookies! Our regular contributor and culinary goddess chef Tonia Buxton shares her recipe for “cupboard cookies”. They are perfect with an afternoon cuppa…
Awareness of self is the best place to be Unique in expressing myself vocally The truth of my journey will unfold How I decided to change to achieve my goal Embracing me and holding me tight, telling myself it will be alright Nurturing me from the inside out, claiming back…
This is a special one. Starring our very own London Chicks, Karen Bryson, who plays Helen Crowthorne. Safe is one hell of a mystery crime drama by American writer Harlan Coben (The Five, Just One Look). Set in England, a gated community, and a missing child. Michael C. Hall (widely known for…
Cold Buster Smoothie ….with Pear, Lemon, Ginger, Spinach and Flaxseeds It’s that time of year when the ‘change of season’ colds start to take hold. With that, we are looking for healthy tasty ways to get over it …There are a number of factors that spread it, but once you’ve…
Every so often I’m asked a question, the answer for which I think you might be interested in. Here is Hope’s question: “What was one of the most important things you learned from a manager or mentor?” Love it! Well, my short answer is: Don’t burn bridges, but let me…
Ladies, it’s time you brought that irresistible Bohemian vibe from your wardrobe into your home, because there is nothing that can portray that warm, intimate homey vibe like a maximalist setting draped in colour, greenery, and vintage decor hailing from around the world. In essence, this is the look that will…
Energy Foods Are you surviving on sugar and caffeine to keep you going throughout the day? Low energy not only makes us feel dreadful but it also has a knock on effect on our immune system, mood and emotions. There are many reasons why we may be lacking energy. Ask…
Visiting clairvoyants has been in our DNA since ancient civilisation. There was a time where every village would have a healer, a psychic or a diviner. These people would rely on their ‘gift’ to interpret the message from the divine, regarding their illness or wellbeing. These readings are sometimes…
Ilana Lorraine creative director, singer/songwriter, mentor from London. She is co-founder of a music night Sessions58 along with Nate James. She is also founder of The Coach House Retreat? We at Those London Chicks are pleased Ilana has taken the time out with chat with us. Ilana had you always…
Throughout our lives, we all have certain issues with our bodies. Many of us feel insecure when looking ourselves in the mirror or comparing ourselves with others. But it’s time to realize your own beautiful uniqueness and to accept your body as it is and enjoy it. There are ways…
Travel Beauty Tips with Kiri Bloore. As a sports presenter Kiri is rarely off a plane, we checked in with her to get some hints and tips on how to fly and stay fabulous while doing so. So kiri we know you have been on the road since January how…
Corkers Crisps. It took about a second to say ‘Yes’ to reviewing Cambridgeshire’s family business Corker’s new range olive oil lighter crisp range. Made with Muleolivia, which significantly has been heralded the world’s best olive oil for four years, the idea is to give consumers a taste of the Mediterranean….
A Poem Our minds are our gardens, our thoughts are our seeds, it is up to us whether we plant flowers or weeds. As we cultivate our minds day by day do we keep what is needed or do we throw it away. Pick sense out of nonsense that’s the…
American Animals: The balance between documentary and narrative paints the perfect picture in this absorbing, bold, skilfully made, arresting heist movie. When the film opens we are presented with a statement: This is not based on a true story. As ‘not based on’ dissolves off the screen, it reveals a…
Stretch Marks There are a lot of things that make a woman feel less perfect, which is why supplementing with beauty products like SK II became a thing. Aside from having acne, blackheads and uneven skin color, people are conscious about their stretch marks. These are long, narrow, streaks or stripes…
How do you write a blog about a miscarriage when so many people still think we shouldn’t talk about it? I thought long and hard about how to start this blog, most of it involved me second guessing whether I should actually write anything at all, but this subject is…