Faded Spring

    Does BRGR.CO Soho Have Enough Vegetarian Options?

    When it comes to a good ol' burger joint, even me as a vegetarian loves nothing more than a greasy burger and chips-vegetarian of course- after a drunken night out. But when it comes to vegetarian options, I end up having to scoff some cheesy chips and ignore the persistent growl of my stomach that is begging me to eat 'real food'. So naturally I never equated 'burgers' with 'restaurants' as there had always been this image of it being linked to fast food, especially as while many of my friends decided to get roaring drunk and end up in someone else's bathtub, I wanted nothing more than to get my chops around something greasy. And before you ask NO... get your mind out of the gutter. So ... read more

    Afternoon Tea At R Chocolate London

    The wind was biting cold and whipped through my hair, but despite the weathers best intentions, it couldn't wipe the smile off my face. I was delirious with happiness; today would be the moment that I would try my 'first afternoon tea' and as a dessert lover I felt like a kid in a candy shop. You see when it comes to me, I'm a simple kind of gal; there are three things that really get me going and that is pugs, cats and food. So naturally when R Chocolate London asked if I would like to break 'My Afternoon Tea Cherry' (although they did not use those words LOL) I practically bounced off the walls with delight. And who better to have my first Afternoon Tea with than my partner in crime ... read more

    Breaking Taboos With Faded Spring:Why No Means No

    Why No Means No Picture the scene, it’s a cold summers night and you are walking down a dimly lit alley. Your heart starts racing, your mind goes into overdrive but still you keep walking, hopeful that your outfit wont attract comment for the second day in a row. The clock strikes midnight and you hurry through the alley, aware that at the end of the tunnel is light and hope. But you are ambushed, 5ft from your home there are a group of men laughing among themselves as they look you up and down with slavish desire. Aren’t you a pretty little thing they say. You say nothing, it’s a rhetorical question and you have nothing left to give. You are mute in terror, like a deer in headlights as ... read more

    Travelling Through Fashion History With Linzi Shoes

    When I was once asked to describe my personal style and the eras that influenced the construction of my 'signature aesthetic' I was stumped. After all, one day I could be channeling my inner 'Audrey Hepburn' midi dress circa 1955 (as photographed by Norman  Parkinson) and the next I would unleash my inner 60's mod, with a Mary Quant esque mini skirt or an a-line silhouette. From a young age I had always loved travelling through fashion history and while some photos relinquish a rather murky fashion past- why did I think that ra-ra skirts were acceptable with jeggings and ugg boots?!- it also showed me that the definition of my 'personal style' not only evolves over time but also pays ... read more

    Breaking Taboos With Faded Spring: IVF Egg Donation

    From breaking taboos surrounding period positivity to open explorations of abuse, sex and bullying, my own personal experiences have made me realize that we should be more open and honest about 'taboo topics' in order to help others speak out about their own experiences. Which is where 'Breaking Taboos' come in, a monthly series where I challenge 'perceptions' of topics like IVF egg donation, dating, sex and more, to demonstrate how raising awareness can show others that its ok to speak out and 'live their truth'. While I have been open about my own struggles, today I would like to share an anonymous readers struggle with infertility and how using IVF  helped her get pregnant and raise ... read more

    5 Reasons Why Being ‘Cruelty Free’ Rocks

    As many of you may know, I am a vegetarian and a passionate advocate for animals, after taking the leap to go 100 % 'cruelty free', by binning brands like Revlon and Rimmel that test on animals, as well as me no longer buying any leather or suede products too. Not only is my make-up , clothing and diet cruelty free, but I also use home products that do not test on animals either, as I believe it is important to support ethical 'cruelty free' products that aim to understand and implement animal rights. After all, animals do not have the power to protect themselves so in my eyes it is cruel for companies to use animals for fashion or skincare, for the sake of our own vanity. But there is more ... read more

    Why It Is Important To Reward Your Blog Readers

    Although I left my full time job (s) in July to pursue my dream of becoming a full time blogger, I was not always my 'own boss'. I worked in advertising and promotions, alongside writing for magazines, newspapers and online media outlets as a Freelance Journalist, but I always felt undervalued in my job and knew that I could amount to more. I felt degraded and not because of the nature of the job but because we were never rewarded for our 'hard work'. I was consistently called out on being a top performer and yet the top performers were never rewarded for their contributions to the 'companies growth'. When we had ideas on how we could improve our companies performance in the business sector, ... read more

    5 Ideas On What You Should Wear To Work

    Now my version of 'work wear uniform' when it comes to blogging usually means that I am sitting in my pants- and not American pants, I mean KNICKERS- , as I type away on my laptop. Because lets face it, I can be as nude as I like in the safety of my woman cave, that I like to call my room. And all my huns out there know the struggle is real when it comes to deciding whether to go naked or slip into a cozy onesie, that turns you into a magical unicorn. But what happens if you actually need to leave your house and going naked will have you arrested for obscenities against the public? Well no worries my friends, I will show you how to go from nude to fabulous in a matter of seconds. The real ... read more

    How To Claim Compensation On Flight Delays

    You are seeking solace away from the cogs, that control your every move and have booked a week away in the sun, where a good dose of vitamin D should get your spirits in order. Just when you think you have cracked the code to finding success and happiness abroad, once again you find that your dream holiday has been subjected to delays and you become frustrated. The last time that you had been on holiday was five years ago , and you remembered there being delays then too, so you were disappointed to find that things hadn't changed in half a decade. Your week of sun seems like a distant reality and as you watch the hours go by, you become angry. This was supposed to be your first break in half ... read more

    Faded Spring’s Quest For True Love With Pear

    Would you believe me if I said I hadn't gone on a date in five months? Or that I scroll halfheartedly and flick between dating apps like Tinder and POF, because I am bored of the same predictable messages, where guys think that 'Hi' or 'let's fuck' is an appropriate way to message someone? And don't even get me started on trying to find guys at the bar; despite how I might appear online, I have never made any attempts to conceal how 'socially awkward' I am and when it comes to someone of the opposite sex trying to proposition me, I clam up and go full frontal 'ice queen'. In short, I find it hard to get past the 'second date club' and find myself often being the third wheel in clubs, bars ... read more