Best weekend getaway in the UK, Sopwell House
Travel
Sopwell House, St Albans

Best weekend getaway in the UK, Sopwell House

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6th August 2018

Who says you need to travel far for the perfect weekend getaway? We have been blessed with an incredible weather, so what better excuse to pack your bags and get yourself and your family away for a UK mini-break. Whether you're looking to spend the weekend basking in the sun, or you want to head to a serene countryside location, Sopwell House is the perfect place for you. This 4-star hotel has everything you need for a luxury spa break that won't break the bank. There is an indoor pool, steam room and sauna, not to mention an impressive selection of spa treatments available too. When you're done with the pampering, the hotel restaurant and brasserie offer up a host of delicious dishes, or for those after a tipple, there's the conservatory bar and the cocktail lounge.

About

Born and raised in Romania and now living in Kent, Andreea Panciuc is the creative mind behind the fashion and lifestyle blog, Launeden.
The blog was launched in 2012 as Dreaming of Chanel and re-branded in 2017. The reputation and the success of Launeden has been built on press, industry recommendations and collaborations which have resulted in international recognition. On launeden.com fast fashion and luxury are beautifully fused.
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Oh, we’re having a baby…
Parenting
Eastwell Manor, Kent

Oh, we’re having a baby…

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30th July 2018

I've had my 12-week scan, everyone knows our wonderful news, and now the reality is sinking in. We're going to have a baby!  The first few months of pregnancy is a wonderful period. My baby is growing faster now than at any other time and my morning sickness and fatigue are now a thing of the past. Our gender reveal party is getting closer and my to-do list is getting longer.  I can't even explain in words what I felt on the morning of the 2nd of June when I found out that I'm pregnant. I was bursting with excitement, but there was also an overwhelming feeling of not knowing what to do first or where to start. I also shed a few tears when I shared the exciting news with my husband.

Beauty favourites
Goodbye cellulite – testing the new Assome! Ultrasonic Massager
Beauty
Ashford, Kent

Goodbye cellulite – testing the new Assome! Ultrasonic Massager

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2nd July 2018

A study shows that almost 90% of women suffer from the dreaded orange peel. Sadly, there is no quick fix or miracle cure for cellulite but it can definitely be reduced. And this is where the new Assome! 3-in-1 Ultrasonic Massager swoops in to save the day! Cellulite is a condition in which the skin has a dimpled appearance and occurs when fat deposits begin to push through layers of collagen fibers under the skin. Lack of exercise, fat and poor metabolism leads to cellulite so a healthy diet and working out helps reduce it. Over the years, I've used several targeted cellulite creams with little to no results, until recently when I've been introduced to the new Assome! Ultrasonic Massager - the first at home beauty tech system for our booties.

Interiors
Maxi dress – this season’s best buys
Fashion
Sopwell House, St Albans

Maxi dress – this season’s best buys

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20th June 2018

Easy to wear, incredibly chic and comfortable, a maxi dress will always add effortless style to your wardrobe. And with so many styles to choose from on the high street, there has never been a better time to invest in this timeless trend. Whether you're searching for the perfect wedding guest dress, or just want to update your wardrobe in preparation for that longed-for holiday, I'm here to help you find this season's best buys. A maxi dress is a simple solution to that early morning 'what do I wear today?' panic, thanks to its versatility. And with a few styling tricks - such as layering a polo neck or throwing on a warm knit jumper and pairing with some ankle boots, this particular style can be transformed into an Autumn-ready ensemble in seconds.

Sampling the Bloomin’ Brilliant Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster, London
Food
Royal Lancaster, London

Sampling the Bloomin’ Brilliant Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster, London

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3rd May 2018

In celebration of the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show, the five-star Royal Lancaster's team of masterful pastry chefs hand-crafted the luxurious Bloomin' Brilliant Afternoon Tea. The elegant and exceptionally sophisticated Hyde Lobby Bar is the perfect spot for a quintessentially British Afternoon Tea in London. Ahead of it's official launch on 2nd of May, I was invited to sample the floral-themed afternoon tea at Royal Lancaster. My sister and I were seated at a table in the recently opened Hyde Lobby Bar, an impressive space with marble floors, sumptuous velvet sofas and a centrepiece brass chandelier.