Is it really the most wonderful time of the year?

They say it's "the most wonderful time of year" and normally I would 100% agree. However it has become very apparent for me this year, exactly how hard Christmas can be for some. What makes it so magical is those special "moments", that could be a loved one you haven't seen in a long time coming home for Christmas, the look on your child's face Christmas morning, watching Xmas movies by the fire with your family etc. But for all the amazing moments that are happening at this time of year there can also a lot of sadness and sorrow too.

Some families are battling their first year without a loved one or even their 10th year, I can't imagine that it becomes any easier as the years go by. Some are spending their first year away from their families or are unable to come home for Xmas. Others are receiving bad news that could change their lives for ever. I think we often forget that even though it's generally pinned as a happy time of year it can also be extremely sad for some. This year it was nice to see some adverts focus on how lonely it can be at this time for older generation, we can all become so consumed with the "magic" and the "hype" that we forget about those who have nobody to spend Christmas with.
Not every child in the world wakes up Christmas morning in a happy home and not every person has somebody to sit down with to share a meal with on Christmas Day. We focus so much on the materialist things, such as the gift giving that's sometimes we just need to stop and give someone our time..Time is the best gift of all.

I am lucky, extremely lucky. I don't have to face any of these scenarios this year but that's not to say I won't in the future. So I ask you please to be conscious of those less fortune is year and I don't mean money wise. Not everyone will see this as a Happy Time of year and I'm sure for good reason, the best we can do is to understand and again to give our time to those who need it.

I hope you all have a special Christmas with the ones you love

Luv Lisa xx

Christmas Party Alternatives

The Christmas party season is well and truly in swing now, and I love seeing all the amazing party dresses and gorgeous outfits. However not everybody loves putting on a dress and it can be a struggle to find an alternative to wear out. So because of this I've decided to post a few pictures or ideas of the alternative to "the party dress". Hope you guys like them and feel free to comment on your favs or send me a message if you would like any details on where to get any of the items

I've teamed up this beautiful camel coloured peplum skirt with a plain black bralet, strappy heels and a gold and black detailed necklace. 

A multiway top is the perfect item to suit every shape and size, as it can be worn in several different ways. I've paired this with a black leather trousers and these stunning jewelled drop earrings. Add a sexy heel for effect

Tulle skirts are everywhere and they are so so beautiful and feminine. A perfect alternative to that "party dress". Best worn with something plain as there is alot of material in these skirts, so keep it simple. I've matched this with a black lace off the shoulder top. But you could easily wear a plain black cami or a vest top with it and you would still stand out in the crowd.

I absolutely love this 2 piece. Not everyone's style, but is a massive favourite amongst the Kardashians. Add a strappy nude heel and some chunky gold jewellery

White denim or trousers look great with everything. I've matched this with a beautiful navy beaded detail top. Keep jewellery to minimum and simple. Could be worn a silver heel to match the detail in the top. 

Velvet is everywhere this year especially in green and burgandy. This green velvet plunging bodysuit would look amazing with a leather skirt and I'm in love with this necklace, it not only shows of the beautiful neckline at the front but also at the back. Add some black faux fur to cover up

A coloured trousers can be so simple but when teamed with the right top and shoes it can be magically transformed into a beautiful outfit. This black top can be tucked into the trousers and the long sleeve with the slit detail (baring a little bit of skin) is just beautiful. Add a caged heel and some gold jewellery. The perfect office to bar look.

Hopefully this might have given you a few ideas for the season ahead. Let me know what you think. Hope you like them

Luv Lisa xx

Christmas Party Dress Fever

Every Christmas my goal is to find the Ultimate Party dress. It's the one time of year that us girls want to look our absolute best. Not any old dress will do, there is certain criteria when it comes to picking "the one" and it has to have that WOW factor, we are even a little more daring at this time of year. I've trawled the Internet for the perfect dress and here are a few of my Favs. Hope you like them

Tulle and Lace, ultimate princess

Vamp it up with a red long sleeve

Sexy and edgy, the LBD

Shimmer like a goddess

Length and leg! Green envy

All that glitters..

Short and sweet

Lady in red

Black sequin, always a classic

Bringing sexy back

Strapless Nude Scallop

Teal silk wrap, add black and gold to make a statement

Devine, Grecian devil

OLIVE Velvet Crush

RED is always a good idea

Christmas party or event I hope there is something here that's caught your eye or has even given you an idea. If you'd like to know where any of the dresses are from feel free to PM me or comment on my page 

Luv Lisa xx