Squat & Ab Challenge

Jun 19, 2014 | Ab Challenge, Beauty Blogger, Exercise, Fashion Blogger, Nicola McLaughlin, Squat Challenge, The Sequin Cinderella, Toned, Weight loss

Two weeks ago I told you all on facebook and twitter that I had decided to try out the Squat and Ab challenges.I never thought I would stick to it but as Summer is here and holidays are looming I was determined to not only tone up but to feel better about myself.I... read more

Miss Derry & Miss Tyrone Final

Jun 15, 2014 | Ashleigh Coyle, Big Brother, Derry, Fashion Blogger, Judge, Londonderry, Miss Derry, Miss Ireland, Miss Tyrone, Nicola McLaughlin, The Sequin Cinderella

As you saw in my post from the launch party, (seen here), I was honored to have been asked to judge the Miss Derry/Miss Tyrone competition alongside some of the top local names in fashion:Ashleigh Coyle – Miss Derry 2013, Organiser of the event an current star... read more

Sunrise Sunset

Jun 2, 2014 | Carvela, Gucci, Holidays, Juicy Couture, Louis Vuitton, Marbella, Puerto Banus, Spain, Summer, Topshop

The month of June brings thoughts of Summer holidays, sunbathing & sun tans and I cannot help but reminisce on fun times in Marbella last year.I found this set of pictures that I hadn’t shared with you from my holiday in 2013, wearing one of my favourite... read more

Miss Derry & Miss Tyrone Launch Party

May 28, 2014 | Beauty Pageant, Derry, Fashion Blogger, Londonderry, Miss Derry, Miss Tyrone, Nicola McLaughlin, The Sequin Cinderella, The White Horse, Tyrone.

It has been such an honour for me to have been asked to be a judge for the Miss Derry and Miss Tyrone competitions for 2014.Thanks to the current Miss Derry (2013) Ashleigh Coyle, I have been delegated the very difficult task of choosing the two lucky winners, along... read more

Geek Chic

May 21, 2014 | Converse, Fashion Blogger, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Nicola McLaughlin, Spain, The Sequin Cinderella, Valencia, Zara

One look that I have always admired is the “Geek Chic” style. I love wearing oversized glasses and I think they can add a real sense of quirkiness to a look.I don’t often wear my hair in a top knot so when I do, I sometimes feel like my face looks a... read more

Cheap and Chic

May 14, 2014 | Clares Accessories, Fashion Blogger, Guess, Havaianas, HM, Juicy Couture, Mi Moneda, Nicola McLaughlin, Primark, Spain, The Sequin Cinderella, Valencia

Sometimes I find that the nicest outfits are the most simple. It is hard to beat a plain black vest top with a fitted skirt, this can look ultra chic and stylish without being too much or overdone.This outfit is one that I wore on my recent trip to Valencia also... read more

But First… Let me take a “Selfie”

May 4, 2014 | Clares Accessories, Converse, Fashion Blogger, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Nicola McLaughlin, Spain, The Sequin Cinderella, Valencia, Zara

I think we all know that “Selfie” is the buzz word of the moment so when I spotted this “Selfie” dress in Zara, I absolutely had to have it.I decided to wear it for the first time on a recent trip to Valencia. This particular day, the weather... read more

Office Shoes have arrived in Foyleside

Apr 26, 2014 | Boudoir Boutique, Derry, Fashion Blogger, Foyleside Shopping Centre, Juju, Londonderry, Nicola McLaughlin, Nike, Office Shoes, Shoes, The Sequin Cinderella, Zara

Yesterday I spent a wonderful afternoon visiting the new “Office”shoe store in Foyleside Shopping Centre, Derry/Londonderry. I was greeted by the fabulous Caroline and her team and given an initial tour of the shop, getting introduced to the stunning... read more

Hola Valencia

Apr 24, 2014 | BioParc, Boudoir Boutique, Fashion Blogger, Guess, Louis Vuitton, Maxi Dress, Mi Moneda, Nicola McLaughlin, Spain, The Sequin Cinderella, Valencia

Last weekend, my family and I went on a short vacation to the beautiful city of Valencia in Spain.The weather was amazing and the city itself was like a piece of art work with stunning architecture on every corner.I had absolutely no idea what kind of clothes to pack... read more

Life will be OK

Apr 14, 2014 | Fashion Blogger, Life, Loss, Mental Health, Nicola McLaughlin, No Make Up Selfie, Strength, The Sequin Cinderella

I think its safe to say that 2014 hasn’t had the greatest of starts for me. In fact, I wouldn’t hesitate to say it has been one of the worst year beginnings of my life…Most of you who read my blog regularly will have noticed that it has been quiet and I... read more