Showing posts with label style. Show all posts
Showing posts with label style. Show all posts

Friday, 30 May 2025

Why Are Eco-Conscious Shoppers Choosing Lens Replacement Over New Glasses

 

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More people are starting to think about how their choices affect the planet, even when it comes to buying glasses. With a focus on caring for the environment, shoppers like you are paying closer attention to what happens when it's time for new prescription lenses.

Switching just your lenses instead of getting a whole new pair of glasses can be a smart decision for the environment and your budget. This simple choice is becoming a popular way to make a difference while meeting your vision needs.


Lens replacement reduces plastic waste by reusing existing frames.

When you replace lenses in your current frames, you help cut down on plastic waste. Old glasses often end up in landfills, but reusing the frames keeps them in use and out of the trash.

Getting new lenses for your frames is a simple choice that supports the environment. Since manufacturers do not need to produce more plastic frames, there is less pollution and fewer resources used.

If your glasses are scratched or your prescription changes, lenses replacement for scratched glasses lets you keep wearing the frames you already have. You get clear vision without throwing away perfectly good frames. Ordering new lenses for your frames is an easy way to stay eco-friendly. You can order new lenses for existing frames instead of buying a whole new pair, making your eyewear choices more sustainable.


Replacing lenses is more budget-friendly than buying new glasses.

When you need to update your prescription or fix scratched lenses, swapping out just the lenses can cost less than getting a brand-new pair of glasses. If your frames are still in good shape, there is no need to pay for new ones.

Replacing only the lenses helps you keep your favourite style while saving money. Many people find that simple lens replacements are available at a much lower price than buying a whole new set. It also cuts down on extra charges that often come with new glasses, such as frame fitting and add-ons. You end up paying only for what you actually need.

This method lets you invest in higher-quality lenses or features, like anti-reflective coating, without breaking your budget. By focusing on lens replacement, you can stretch your money further and avoid unnecessary costs.

Thursday, 23 January 2025

Mum Life Meets Fashion: How to Keep Your Style Sharp Amidst the Chaos

 

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Being a mother is no small feat. From changing nappies to attending PTA meetings, the tasks and responsibilities are seemingly endless. In the midst of this dispersed routine, it's common for mums to lose sight of their previous way of life - one that included taking time to get ready and putting together stylish outfits. 

However, retaining your sense of style doesn't necessarily mean you have to forego your mum duties. With a little bit of thought, planning, and stocking up on some key wardrobe essentials, you can keep your fashion game on point, even amidst the chaos of motherhood. Let’s take a closer look at how to effortlessly balance motherhood while maintaining your personal style. 

 

Find Balance Between Fashion & Function

Embracing the mum life doesn't mean sacrificing your style. You can still look chic while staying comfortable and practical. Invest in good-quality basics that offer both style and ease, like stretchy jeans, flowy tops, and comfortable shoes. Don't forget to pack a few matching bikini sets for those family beach days, which provide both comfort and flair. A pair of easy-to-throw-on sunglasses and some simple yet elegant accessories can also instantly elevate your outfit, ensuring you feel stylish without compromising on function.

 

Easy-to-Style Wardrobe Essentials

Maxi dresses, loose-fitting cardigans, and wide-legged pants are fantastic pieces that are easy to put together while remaining stylish. Also, consider investing in some high-waisted jeans. They are fashionable and serve as a tucked tummy shield during those playground frolics. Versatile items like button-down shirts or knit sweaters can be mixed and matched leading you to look photo-ready at all times. 

 

Don’t Shy Away From Colours & Patterns

Dressing up as a busy mother doesn't have to mean sticking to boring, monochromatic outfits. This is where you can take out those matching bikini sets that have been waiting to see the light of day. Bright, bold colours and vibrant patterns not only add a fun element to your outfit but also cleverly disguise any accidental spills or smudges. 

 

Wednesday, 16 August 2017

Dressing my Man with Jacamo - 23 Years On

Our family back in early 2004 when JJ was being christened

My husband and I will have been together for 23 years this Christmas, we were just young 21 year olds when we met working at a hotel in Eastbourne all those years ago. It always makes me smile to think how much I was dreading being sent to work in the hotel over the Christmas period. I was based up at the London Head Office at the time but as a new Graduate Trainee Manager I wasn't allowed to have Christmas off when everyone else on the programme was working so Eastbourne it was to be!

I had visions of a run-down hotel full of grannies where bingo was the highlight of their stay. I thought all the staff would be old and stuck in their ways and the town would have shut down for the Winter period. Of course in some ways I was right, the hotel was full of elderly people and bingo was a definite attraction, as was Jean on the Piano and Malcolm on the Organ but what I hadn't banked on was that the Assistant Manager would become my husband and that most of the staff were young and there was a great many nightclubs in town all catering for our age group.

When I first met dh I wasn't too impressed if I'm honest, I thought he was a bit camp and he tried to give me a staff room with a door that wouldn't lock. I did of course notice how good he looked wearing a suit and tie and it is funny but my overriding early memories of him were that he had great hair and nails. It was almost as if I was assessing him for future pedigree!

Friday, 22 February 2013

Giveaway: Pink Lining Wheelie Travel Case

WINNER:  big congratulations to Joanne Blunt (@joanneblunt) you are the lucky winner. Please DM or email me your postal address and which design of case you would like and I'll get Pink Lining on it for you.  Thanks, Mich x 

Have I got a goodie for you today!

Back in September last year I was sent a beautiful wheelie case from the designer label Pink Lining (you know of the gorgeous baby change bag fame). They wanted me to put their travel case through its paces and report back.  I happily did this and I can honestly say that I love my stylish case/ bag.

It has been to Ethiopia, Belarus, Wales (not quite as exciting) and loads of other UK destinations with me in the last six months and it still looks like new despite having been checked in the hold of a plane, carried on as hand luggage and being dragged around by my kids and I. You can read my full review of the case if you want lots more information and my honest opinion.

For now, I'll let you take a look at what I can offer you - One of these (how cute is that London black cab design?) -

or one of these - (I've got the bows one and everywhere I go people comment and can you imagine how easy it is to spot on the airport carousel?)

All you have to do to be in with the chance of winning one of these beautiful and versatile Pink Lining wheelie travel cases is tell me where you want to go on your next holiday.  I know where I'd like to go - the Maldives, sadly I don't think that will be happening any time soon!

How do I enter?
  • Mandatory - Leave a blog comment saying where you would like to go on holiday.
  • Optional additional entry - follow my blog by email, RSS feed or Google friends connect - all the widgets are in the right sidebar -->
  • Optional additional entry - Follow Pink Lining on Twitter
  • Optional additional entry - Like Pink Lining on Facebook
  • Optional additional entry - Tweet 'I'm in to #Win a gorgeous @PinkLiningUK travel wheelie case with @michelletwinmum's #giveaway http://bit.ly/ZniMQo'
  • (If you decide to take up any of the additional entries then you need to leave me a comment to say you have done so, one comment for all is fine, I don't want to make you jump hoops!)
Terms and Conditions
  • The giveaway will close at 12 noon on Thursday 7th March 2013
  • The winner will be chosen at random
  • The winner must have fulfilled the mandatory requirement and can have a maximum of 4 additional entries, all entries are valued the same
  • The winner will be announced on my blog and by twitter within 5 days of the giveaway close
  • The winner will have 7 days from announcement to email/ tweet me and provide their postal address. If they do not contact me I will re-draw
  • The prize is not transferable and there is no cash alternative
  • You will be sent the bag directly from Pink Lining, they are responsible for the fulfilment of this prize
  • Postage to the UK and Ireland only

Disclosure: I have not received anything to host this giveaway, I just love my wheelie case and want to share my good fortune with one of my super readers.