by Rachel | Oct 27, 2016 | Featured, GloWellness
It is the time of year again where we can all unleash our inner spookiness and have fun with the creepy and ghoulish. Whether you are planning to go out on Halloween or stay at home, there is lots of fun to be had. You can let your creativity run wild and transform yourself and your environment into a spooktacular wonderland for friends and family to enjoy with you. With bargain shops like Poundland, you don’t have to worry about spending a fortune to celebrate the Halloween season. Looking through the selection of Halloween goodies from several stores and websites, I found Poundland was the best value for money.
Makeup is the finishing touch to any look and it doesn’t have to break the bank.
These make-up kits in Poundland are capable of creating detailed and creepy images. Create your new monster persona with a zipper face, a mummy, a zombie or the classic vampire. Perfect for adults and older children who want to create a specific look, and you will finish your outfit perfectly with one of these sets. For more options, check the Poundland website at http://www.poundland.co.uk/halloween/halloween-fancy-dress/fancy-dress-makeup-and-masks or visit one of your local stores.
However, Halloween is particularly fun for children as well and these well-designed make-up tattoos are also great for kids as they are quick and easy to apply and they can continue to enjoy the Halloween festivities. These kits are already pre-prepared and simple to apply.
Now, if makeup isn’t your thing or you don’t want to put it on yourself or your children, Poundland has a great range of masks to help you complete your Halloween outfit.
These masks are very detailed and with these, it is guaranteed to enhance the Halloween spirit. They are based on Halloween horror icons and they really do look the part. They are ideal for older children and adults, but that doesn’t mean the younger children have been forgotten. Poundland is also stocking soft foam masks, perfect for delicate faces. There are even cute and spooky headbands to add that extra something to the outfit.
Of course, my favourite Halloween item this year in Poundland has to be the beautifully detailed masquerade masks. With intense detail and value for money, you might be tempted like me to get all the designs on offer this year. Just like the children’s range, there are awesome headbands to help add something special to your Halloween look, And there are some fantastic makeup tutorials on YouTube to help create the image of your choice.
I hope that however you celebrate Halloween it is one to remember for all the right reasons. Halloween is always a fun and exciting time of year, but it is important to remain safe during your celebrations.
On Halloween night, don’t leave lit pumpkins or candles unattended. A good way to keep everyone safe is to use battery operated tea-light and candles.
If you are creating a makeup look for yourself or someone else this year, share with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram with #HalloweenWithGloTime and if you found a bargain Halloween time, let us in on the secret. We would also love to see your Halloween décor. And with that, I leave you to finish getting ready for Halloween night, as I, myself pops over to my local Poundland store and pick myself up a bargain or two. Have fun and stay safe!
All photos are from http://www.poundland.co.uk/
by Rachel | Oct 26, 2016 | Fashion, Featured, GloWellness
Fashion is constantly changing, and with trends cycling in a loop, you will find old looks returning, and however fashion conscious you are, it is always good to add something new to your wardrobe, and it is always good to take try out new ideas.
I have found some incredible prices online with more choice than ever before, and with online stores like, lessthan10pounds.com, you will be able to experiment with new styles whatever your budget.
Bearing in mind that everyone’s fashion taste and style is different, I have put three diverse outfits using items from the website, lessthan10pounds.com. With many great reviews at, http://ww2.feefo.com/en-gb/reviews/less-than-10-pounds, it will be difficult not to pick out a piece or two from their collection. And with many delivery choices available, from £3.95, you have more control over when you get your items.
Remember, when buying online make sure you only go on secure websites with safe payment methods and read the information about the products before buying and if possible read previous reviews from other customers.
Outfit One
This first outfit would be great for relaxing at home or a casual outing with friends or running around town. The outfit is warm for the cooler autumn and winter months but is just as stylish as any spring or summer outfit. This ensemble is for those of you who want to remain low key but look high class.
*Items pictured
*Dress only £6.99– https://lessthan10pounds.com/stylish-ladies-grey-collar-dress.html
*Leggings only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/soft-lace-paneled-leggings.html
*Boots only £6.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/light-beige-ankle-strap-with-diamante-detail-boots.html
*Cardigan only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/ladies-long-sleeve-waterfall-style-cardigan.html
*Purse only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/women-zipper-mini-wallet-purse.html
Total = £30.95
Outfit Two
Wrap up warm and fight the cold winter breezes with this second outfit in style with knitwear and comfy trousers. I paired reddish tones with the classic blue jeans to create an autumn inspired outfit. With a trendy watch and smart bag to match, you would be ready to go outside and explore, whether it be a trip to a café with friends or a gentle walk through a local park or forest.
*Items pictured
*Jeans only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/classic-light-blue-skinny-jeans.html
*Jumper only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/fashionable-burgundy-cowl-neck-sweater-dress-available-in-plus-sizes.html
*Shoes only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/red-chain-detail-patent-pumps.html
*Watch only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/diamante-moon-design-watch.html
*Backpack only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/trendy-backpack-bucket-bag-with-external-and-internal-pockets.html
Total = £26.95
Outfit Three
If monochrome is your thing, perhaps this third outfit is more your style. For days when you want to ooze class without the effort, sticking with black and while, with little colour in-between can be a great way to dress for work without losing out on style and comfort. With the colder months setting in, you can add to this outfit with tights or a coat. Whatever the weather, you will be walking in style and comfort in a classy, but casual monochrome outfit.
*Items pictured
*Playsuit only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/black-and-pink-block-colour-stretchy-playsuit-ex-branded.html
*Shoes only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/black-and-white-gym-trainers.html
*Cardigan only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/sleeveless-loose-knit-open-cardigan.html
*Necklace only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/layered-chain-necklace-with-faux-jewels.html
*Bag only £5.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/small-black-grab-handle-textured-bag.html
*Watch only £4.99 – https://lessthan10pounds.com/zodiac-symbol-wide-face-watch.html
Total = £31.94
Has this article inspired you to create outfits like I was when I came across lessthan10pounds.com? Whether you buy your clothes online or in-store, brand-new or re-homed, share your outfits with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with #GloTimeFashion.
All photos from https://lessthan10pounds.com/
by Olivia | Oct 25, 2016 | Featured, General
No more than a decade ago I remember my father being a complete irritant to us kids by singing the praises of the then unfamiliar superstore chain Lidl. As a struggling writer on a very small budget and a large family to support, he now explains that in those days it was a real ‘find’ as he was able to stock up on tins of food, cleaning products and bottled water and do a ‘man shop’ that my mother refused to do.
Nowadays it’s a different story, and the rich and famous are seen in domains such as Lidl and Aldi, glamorous wealthy ladies who just a few years ago would only be seen in the more upmarket outlets, and who are putting their image to one side and going for a massive saving on their weekly shop.
Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and even Asda are now having to rethink their strategy and their prices in the race to sustain their regular customer, as everybody is getting supermarket savvy whatever their income or budget.
In my quest to find out why Lidl was becoming so popular I have been doing my own research, and with careful selection, you can make a big saving on their meat and fish, with some great offers on kids clothes and even cooking items, not to mention their champagne. I would strongly advise you to stock up on the latter for Christmas even if you buy one bottle a week.
Like most people, I always imagined that their low prices were due to their dubious imports of fish and meat, which is why their recent television campaign has been so clever – putting to rest the public’s assumption that their fish was caught ‘in a ditch’ or their meat from some far off slaughter house. On the contrary, and I don’t know how they manage to keep their prices so low, but they compare favourably with any other competitor including the W chain.
But for those of you who prefer to ‘cross shop’ then make the most of the best offers in all the superstores and take a few minutes to plan by checking out the best offers as they do change by the week in all of them.
Ignore the ‘special offers at the end of the lines, as these are not always the best bargains, but stroll down each isle and watch out for their special offers as you go.
There are for instance some fabulous clothes for Christmas in Asda with their George brand and watch out in Waitrose as they add to their Essentials range with competitive prices.
Put your pride to one side and always check the last minute offers in all of the supermarkets, it only means that you have to use them up sooner rather than later, and good if you are entertaining or feeding a family that day with the last minute offers. I picked up some great desserts in Tesco last week at a third of the original price.
Hope I have helped guide you and saved you a bit of cash, that you can now spend on yourself. After all. every lidl bit helps. Sorry, couldn’t resist that one!
