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Summer Style That Feels Comfortable and Put Together

May 27, 2026

AD in collaboration with Cotton Traders When summer arrives, I am absolutely here for clothing that feels cool, comfortable and effortless to wear. I want … Read more

Is Social Media Reshaping How We Watch The News

July 23, 2025

*Collaborative Post Do you remember the 6 o’clock news?  It was a thing growing up.  A stern summation of the state of the world at tea time.  But … Read more

How to Choose the Right Glass for Your Project

July 18, 2025

*Collaborative post If you’re like me you probably don’t give a lot of consideration into the type of glass you use in different design elements … Read more

How I Rest and Connect with the BBC

April 8, 2025April 2, 2025

*‘This post is a collaboration with TV Licensing In this super busy world, time to rest and relax is often at a premium. Running my … Read more

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Level Up Your Style this Spring

March 25, 2025

*Advertisement Feature April is just around the corner and with the weather getting warmer, now is the ideal time to put a little pop of … Read more

What sort of Christmas Day Person are You?

December 20, 2024

*Advertisement Feature It’s just 5 days to go until the big day, can you believe it? As I type I am not in anyway ready. … Read more

Why You Need a statement Jacket this Autumn Winter

November 21, 2024

*Advertisement Feature Autumn is well and truly upon us, with leaves all different shades of brown, gold and red, and winter is very much in … Read more

Why You Should Consider Fostering a Child in the UK

September 6, 2024September 2, 2024

*Advertisement Feature Did you know that there is a fostering crisis in the UK? In December of last year, The Guardian reported on this issue, … Read more

Feel Watermelon Pro Collagen Gels review

August 23, 2024

*Advertisement Feature I have been reading about the health benefits of collagen for women once they hit their 40s, particularly as we approach or go … Read more

What Should You Wear Networking in the Summer?

November 21, 2024August 23, 2024

*AD – Features Gifted Items I love networking and have been doing it more and more for my marketing and social media business. I also … Read more

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Laura's Lovely Blog is a UK parenting, lifestyle and book blog that writes about family life, feminism, positivity and lovely things. A Mum of 3 children under 13, she has a slight handbag addiction, a love of floral dresses and fun jewellery. The bigger the earrings, the better! Laura is also currently writing her first fiction novel and runs her own marketing and social media business.

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Instagram seems to be non stop new features at the Instagram seems to be non stop new features at the moment doesn’t it? And while they have said they will always have a free version, last week they announced a new paid for option - Instagram Plus. 

Here’s a summary of what’s included to help you decide if it’s right for you. 

It’s really too soon to tell if it’s going to worth it (especially when it’s rolling out and not everyone has it right now). But I am going to try it and will report back and let you know. 

I have kept verified as I have has my account was cloned before and it was pretty awful (the account stealing my photos and selling tickets that didn’t exist). Which is why I have paid and continue to pay for verified. For me that peace of mind after an awful experience was worth it. 

Watch this space on Instagram plus…. 

#socialmediamarketing #socialmediatip
You may know me for my love of video, social media You may know me for my love of video, social media and pink. But anyone who works with me regularly also knows about my love of Diet Coke. 

You won’t find me ever giving it up. My fellow members of @wibn_thamesvalley know I like to bring one of them to the meeting (water or tea doesn’t cut it). Lunch isn’t lunch without one. 

I don’t do coffee and I rarely drink alcohol. I do have daily limit to make sure I get my water in. Fun fact.. my husband loves Pepsi (wrong choice) so we have his and her on the fridge 🤣

What is your favourite drink of choice? 

#socialmediamarketing
Surround yourself with people that matter. That wa Surround yourself with people that matter. That want to see you grow and do well, that will put the kettle on when you have had a bad day and listen at the end of the phone. 

Who will squeal when you share your good news, and help you lift you up. 

Those are the people that matter. The rest, the critics, the judges, they don’t matter. 

Tag your ride or dies below 🙌

#smallbusinessowner #womensupportingwomen
AD in collaboration with @cottontradersuk Well t AD in collaboration with @cottontradersuk 

Well this week has been crazy hot hasn't it? And it also made me realise how much my summer wardrobe desperately needed updating. So it was great timing that Cotton Traders sent me some items from their Loved by Jasmine collection. 

This print top and trousers co-ord set and gorgeous printed maxi dress. Both so comfortable and loose to wear in the warm weather. I am wearing a size 14 in both and I would say they are true to size. 

Come and tell me which is your favourite outfit?

#cottontraders #midlifestyle
It’s my birthday today! 46 turns around the sun, a It’s my birthday today! 46 turns around the sun, and I have so much for be grateful for. I have been spoilt with some lovely gifts and messages from friends and family. Been to the gym and met a friend for a drink and ice cream. 

Tomorrow we have a Laura themed board game night (think cosy games) with cake 🎂 

I can’t wait to see what my next year has in store for me! 

#birthday #itsmybday
I know we are all time poor... I get it. I also ap I know we are all time poor... I get it. I also appreciate the need to save money, when times are tough. But AI creative, trust me... it’s not it.

I would go as far as to say I hate it. And I hate very few things... except Marmite and olives (they’re evil). 

Most of them are awful. Overly polished, weird hands, strange text, random details that make no sense and graphics that all somehow look exactly the same, or as if someone has thrown up on them. 

People are becoming more switched on to AI creative every single day. If your content starts to feel robotic, overproduced or disconnected from who you actually are, it chips away at your brand integrity over time.

The good news is creating authentic content doesn’t have to be expensive or spending 40 hours a week on Instagram. There are so many cost-effective ways to create content that still feels human. Simple talking videos. B-roll from your day.  Casual photos. And there are so many free templates on Canva too. 
 
Tell me, AI creative... are you a fan?

#socialmediamarketing #branddesign
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