Author: Alison Coldridge
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31 tasteful tattoos that will make you really want to get inked
Watch out ladies; if you’ve been considering getting a tat for a while now, then these are bound to push you over the edge and right into the tattoo parlour. Don’t say we didn’t warn you. [Photos: Pinterest]
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27 Stunning Handpainted Cakes That Look (Almost) Too Good To Eat
Handpainted cakes are all the rage at the moment, with requests for them at weddings and birthday parties flying in left, right and centre. And it’s easy to see why they’re so popular – just look how beautiful they are. Painted with edible watercolours, these really are works of art. But that isn’t to say we wouldn’t like a slice. Or three.
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18 Of The Chocolatiest Chocolate Cakes You’ll Ever Lay Eyes On
Remember that beast of a chocolate cake that Mrs Trunchbull made Bruce Bogtrotter eat in ‘Matilda’? Well, it’s got nothing on these beauts. Some are sky-high, some are dripping in ganache and some are topped with more sweet treats, but all of these bakes are 100 per cent chocolate. Well, apart from the flour, sugar, eggs and butter included.
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17 Beautifully Alternative Wedding Dresses That Will Make You Rethink That Strapless White Gown
Not every bride-to-be lusts after a satin, strapless white gown – or an organza meringue number. Some women want to swan down the aisle in something a little more creative and unusual. And that’s not to say you have to forgo the white, you could just mix up the fabric, length and overall style. Pick a dress that you love, no matter what the cut and colour – after all, it’s your big day and you should be able to wear whatever the hell you want.
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Turn it into a gorgeous guest room, complete with white-washed floor boards and neutral furnishings so that the room stays as light and airy as possible.
Turn it into a gorgeous guest room, complete with white-washed floor boards and neutral furnishings so that the room stays as light and airy as possible.
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Stunning Photos Show What Cities Across The World Would Look Like As Planets
Photographer Paul Reiffer has effectively turned cities into tiny planets in a series of incredible images. The Brit captured the geography of various cities across the world with multiple photographs, before condensing the snapshots into circular planet shaped images. Using one of the most advanced Medium Format cameras in the world, he was able to capture extreme levels of detail in each photo – you can spot famous landmarks such as London’s Tower Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. [Photos: Re
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21 Beautifully Styled Home Bars (That Will Make You Want To Throw A Party, Pronto)
A bar definitely isn’t an essential in any home, but it’s most certainly a great addition – both aesthetically and functionally. And the great thing about it is it can be as in-your-face or unassuming as you like. You don’t need much cash to splash either; some of the most chic bars around are made from upcycled items or repurposed Ikea furniture. Buying the alcohol to fill it will be the main expense involved.
