My Goodness Where Have You Been Eltoria?| Exciting Life Update

I would like to apologise for the lack of blogging and YouTube videos in the last week, I promise that there are very good reasons as to why. If you have been a stranger to my social media channels in the last week, you wouldn't of known that I have been filming for The Gadget Show on Channel 5. I know exciting right? I was on the show to identify new gadgets for bloggers and YouTubers which will help content to stand out from the rest of the crowd. I would have to say that Wednesday of last week was honestly the best day of my life, and who knows if 2016 holds a lot more TV appearances (I hope so!). Above is a picture of myself with Ortis Deley, Jason Bradbury and Amy Williams. All of which are amazing individuals and they are just as outgoing and fun off camera as they are on camera!

Tying in with The Gadget Show, I have also been paired with a YouTube Manager from YouTube to focus on the development of Eltoria on YouTube. Eltoria is going to be getting a brand new and fresh look, so any feedback that you may have on my channel would be very much appreciated in the comments. It is great to receive feedback from profound professionals and I am very much looking forward to see how Eltoria will develop on YouTube in 2016.

The next piece of exciting news relates to my UK Blog Award post (you know, the one where I was begging for you votes). I however have some very exciting news to report... Eltoria is a finalist in both categories for best Beauty and Fashion Blogger, and best Vlogger 2016! I know mad right. I would like to thank each and every one of you for your votes and support, it honestly does mean the world. The awards ceremony is happening later in April, so let's hope Eltoria bags a win! 

The next exciting thing happening on the Eltoria agenda is that I am meeting Jason Derulo this week! If you didn't know already, I absolutely love Jason Derulo, to the point that I refer to him as my 'second boyfriend' (lol). I will be vlogging the whole experience so please do subscribe to my YouTube channel if you don't want to miss out on that. I am also going away on a mini break abroad next week! I'm not really allowed to say where and why... long story, I'll inform you all in a later post.

So from now on, my uploading schedule has returned back to normal (however next week's posts may be a little late due to being abroad). I plan to post at least 2-3 times a week (Monday, Wednesday and Fridays), one of which will be a YouTube post. I may blog an additional post depending on demand, and this will take place on a Sunday. From Friday 19th February, I shall be posting YouTube videos on a Friday (so Fridays will be my 'YouTube post'). Now you can never miss an Eltoria update!

Do you have anything to update me on? Anything exciting going on in your life?

Much Love

Eltoria x

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South Beach Fitness Range

It's that time of year where we are all desperate to shift a few pounds after the Christmas period, and the desire to have that perfect summer body is constantly on our minds. After all, Summer bodies are made in Winter. However, having a good body doesn't exactly mean that you have to be super skinny or have bolted on muscles, it's all about being healthy and feeling good about yourself. I think that due to social media, it's hard not to feel sh*t about ourselves when we look at pictures of what is portrayed as 'the perfect body'. But the perfect body does not exist. Most (if not all) pictures you see on Instagram are posed, the lighting is fixed, they're filtered, even manipulated to the point they are liquified. Never compare your body to someone else's, because as after all, beauty comes in different shapes and sizes. 

Above Left: Melissa Black South Beach Logo Vest Top £18.00

Throughout my childhood and teens I have always been super sporty. I played every sport under the sun- I was even a footballer and a ballet dancer at the same time. The idea of being outside and playing sports that I really enjoyed was a major stress relief, it was what made me smile and laugh everyday. So what I am trying so say is that exercise shouldn't just be about looking like the next Michelle Keegan, you need to be mentally strong and actually enjoy what you do. Never put yourself down because you think someone else has a 'better body' than you. By all means eat a pizza once in a while, 'cheat day' was invented for a reason.

As someone who goes to the gym 4/5 times a week, I was extremely excited to get some new gym gear from South Beach. I received these gorgeous Mantra Grey Marl Fitness Leggings which are really comfortable to wear whilst exercising, and I think that the Eclipse Fitness Grey Marl Side Strap Cropped Top underneath the Melissa Black South Beach Logo Vest Top looks super hot. I would have to say that the strap cropped top is my favourite as I absolutely love the strappy sides (it looks gorgeous peeking through a loose top). Although going to gym makes me feel good (because I am able to let off a bit of steam) there's nothing wrong in looking good whilst you work out. I absolutely love the South Beach fitness range, so go and check it out when you have the chance!

Above: Eclipse Fitness Grey Marl Side Strap Cropped Top £9.00, Mantra Grey Marl Fitness Leggings £12.00

Is there anything that you like from the new South Beach fitness range?

Much Love

Eltoria x

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Bedroom Tour & DIY| Winter Forest Theme

Above: Stag Head: eBay, Wallpaper: Argos, Silver Lanterns: B&Q, Wooden Hearts: B&Q

Inspired by the crisp air and the slight dusting of snow across the UK landscape, I decided to give my bedroom a major re-vamp. I say major because the walls of this bedroom used to be dark grey and navy blue (yes a right little man cave it was). So living within a cave for nearly 18 months and not bearing it any longer, I was craving white walls with something a little unique. 

Above: Candle: Christmas Cookie Yankee Candle, Jug: B&Q, Lavender: local dried flower shop, Mini Candles: Next

 If you are someone like me, there’s nothing better than being warm and cosy whilst the weather is disastrous outside. I often like to light the fire, burn some candles, whilst wrapped in a blanket watching YouTube videos. This ambiance being something that I wanted to incorporate into my brand new bedroom design. So as you can see from the photos above, I have chosen this gorgeous white and silver birch tree wall paper which reflects a white forest perfectly. The paper itself also has silver glitter gel incorporated throughout which twinkles nicely against any candle light. The silver lanterns have to be my favourite purchase because they look absolutely stunning lit up, and the silver stag head blends quite nicely within my winter forest idea. Whilst it may appear a little 'grannyish', I have always loved lavender because I find the scent extremely relaxing. So I have popped some dry lavender into a silver rustic jug which adds to the relaxing atmosphere (and not to mention smells amazing).

Above: Lights: eBay, Letters: eBay, Shelf: B&Q Candles: Next

Now not everyone would have their name (or in this case blog name) lit up in their bedroom, but there is a purpose to this... I promise. I plan to start filming more YouTube videos in my bedroom, so I thought that having my Blog and YouTube name lit up in the background would look really cute (what do you reckon'?). You can buy letters like this already lit up, but I decided to use the lights from my waterfall display. So be careful drilling those holes if you decide to do the same!

Above: Mirror; Dunelm

Not only is the big silver mirror a major feature in the room, but it was also key in making the room look a little bigger. As you may tell from my Bedroom DIY| Winter Forest Theme YouTube video, my bedroom isn't that big, so having the mirror up on the wall has achieved a bigger space whilst looking fabulous. Changing the wall colours from dark grey and royal blue to white and a light purple (around the alcove) has also opened up the room immensely. Not only does my room look a lot bigger, but having white walls is a blogger's and vlogger's dream (hello perfect backdrop!).

Above: Cushions: Asda Rug: B&Q Bed Throw: Ikea Silver Crushed Velvet Bed: eBay

When my boyfriend and I sat down to design the room he had one request... not to have any cushions on the bed. Now telling a girl who is literally in love with cushions was a major heartbreak. But was I going to listen? Errr hell no. I bought all of the cushions from Asda and the throw at Ikea for really affordable prices. Not only did I want to tie in the silver and purple, but I also wanted some fur to create a nature/animalistic edge. I would have to say that the bed is probably the best buy because both the mattress and bed came to under £400! Bargain right?

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Don't forget to watch my Bedroom Tour & DIY Winter Forest Theme video on YouTube.

Above: click on the thumbnail to watch the video

Do you like my brand new bedroom design? What would you do?
Much Love
Eltoria x

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Sienna X| Express Tanning Mist, Shimmer Spray, Polishing Body Scrub & Luxury Self Tan Mitt

Uh oh... I've been trying out even more tanning products from Sienna X, and I think that I am now hooked on the brand in all honesty. Since my Sienna X Gradual Self Tan and Radiance Body Balm post, I have decided to move away from my beloved gradual tanning lotions to something that I am admittedly a little scared of, tanning mists. If there's one thing that history can tell me about my relationship with tanning mists, that is, I don't usually get on with them. Rather than looking like a bronzed babe, I usually end up looking like a piece of streaky bacon. I think it's because I much prefer seeing and feeling exactly where I am putting my tan, rather than, spraying something that I cannot really see or feel. So let's see what I also think of Sienna X's Shimmer Spray, Polishing Body Scrub and Luxury Self Tan Mitt.

My first comment on the Express Tanning Mist is just wow... it smells just like coconuts! I probably have to say that this product is officially the sexiest smelling tanning product that I have ever tried. There isn't even a hint of indian curry in there anywhere (hooray). Infused with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, this 'spray tan in a can' isn't just the perfect remedy for sun hungry skin, but it also perfect for the dry and sensitive. As you can see from the results below, my tan is incredibly natural and even (which I must admit I am pretty shocked at). I followed Sienna X's 'How to apply: Sienna X Q10 Tanning Mist' on YouTube, so go and check that out if you are wanting a streak free spray tan.

Shimmer Spray is the product to take away with you if you are going on a summer holiday this year. This product has the ability to enhance any tan (whether real or fake) and it is the perfect finish if you are wanting your bronzed skin to sparkle. Since using this product after applying the Express Tanning Mist, I have completely fallen in love. I can imagine that this product will look incredibly dreamy after a good tanning session on the beach, or after applying any fake tan. I have the spray in gold, but you can also get it in silver.

Polishing Body Scrub is a beautiful product which is amazing for exfoliation before and after tanning. Packed with fine pumice, shea butter, sweet almond oil and lemon grass, this bottle of delight will leave your skin feeling smooth and beautifully nourished (and not to mention smelling fabulous too). I like to use this product to remove dead skin so that I am able to create the perfect base before tanning, and then again a few days after to encourage a gentle fade.

If there's one thing that I would make any tan lover buy, that would be Sienna X's Luxury Tanning Mitt. Re-designed for extra comfort, this mitt's super soft velvet surface makes applying tan a lot easier. Unlike many other tanning mitts, you are able to use both sides and it is also washable. It is honestly one of the softest tanning mitts out there on the market at the moment.

What products would you use from the range?

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Eltoria x

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Primark Pyjamas Haul| Winter 2016

You can watch my Primark Pyjamas Haul by clicking the thumbnail above

Christmas has gone, the work schedule is back in routine, and it's still dark when you get home... I wouldn't be wrong to suggest that getting into some comfortable pyjamas would be the first thing you'd do after a hard days work. So with the latter pretty much being accurate in the daily Eltoria routine, this January I decided to give my pyjama wardrobe a little upgrade. Now I wouldn't say that I was a huge pyjama wearer, I mean, a vest top and a pair of shorts usually does me quite nicely. But, with it being 2016 and a technically a 'new me' too, I wanted to ditch the rags for something a little more fashionable. So given the goal, I thought that Primark was the perfect store to fix my wardrobe dilemma.

Despite it being Winter here in the UK, the weather hasn't been frightfully cold (yet!). So you will note from my haul that there are a lot of vest tops and shorts still. For some reason I have also gone for a lot of pinks- which is strange because I wouldn't consider pink to be my favourite colour. So as well as this post, I have also done Primark Winter Pyjamas Haul over on my YouTube channel. It is also the first video up after the Christmas break so be sure to check that out (give it a thumbs up and subscribe if you haven't already!).

This year I have been nominated for a UK Blog Award and I would love it if you could vote for me! You can read the details over on my UK Blog Awards post, or you can vote for me by clicking here. Those who vote daily will automatically enter my £100 prize giveaway!

Click on the thumbnail to watch my Primark Pyjamas Haul 

Do you like buying pyjamas from Primark?

Much Love

Eltoria x

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Reanna Feather Dress By Coast

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! I hope you all had fabulous Christmas and New Year celebrations! I am so sorry that I was rather quiet over the Christmas period (all but a few posts on Instagram and Twitter) but this Christmas and New Year has been rather different for me. If you didn't catch my last post (How Not To Do A Olaf Makeover), you may not of known that I have in fact been working the whole of the Christmas period, so blogging and creating videos in the evening/weekends was a no go (12 hour shifts... yuk). But now I am back in action with a whole week off! (sorry to rub that in as I know that some of you will be going back to work/school this week).

Before Christmas I received this gorgeous Reanna Feather Dress  from Coast and I must admit, I was pretty brave in choosing this dress because it is completely out of my comfort zone. What I mainly love about this dress is that is a true show stopper. The constructed lace boned bodice flatters beautifully whilst the requisite feathers and jewels adorn the full tulle skirt. And not to mention that Towie's Lydia Bright looked absolutely amazing in it at the 'Text Santa' filming.

I was expecting this dress to feel slightly heavy but it wasn't at all. My favourite bit about this dress is the skirt because it's quite 'swooshy' and I just love the feathers (ut oh, I think I'm now hooked on the idea of having a million feather dresses in my wardrobe now). I think this dress is perfect for the up coming wintry months because it is surprisingly quite warm and the style is really different. After all, who wants to look the same as anyone else anyway. I think that I am going to wear this dress at the next up and coming blogger event, and I must say that I am pretty happy that I pushed beyond my comfort zone on this one. So why don't you choose something a little different from Coast this 2016? Just remember, new year means a new you!

You can purchase this dress for £129.00 on the Coast website

Do you like feather dresses? Is this something that you would choose?

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Eltoria x

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UK Blog Awards 2016| I Need Your Help!

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! I hope you all have had excellent Christmas and New Year celebrations! Well 2016 has already kicked off with some excitement and I need your help. I have been nominated for a UK Blog Award for best Fashion and Beauty Blogger & Vlogger and I would be forever in your debt if you could vote for me. You can vote by clicking here, and those who vote will be entered into a prize draw (my way of saying thank you). Please select the Beauty and Fashion & Vlogger and Podcast option in the 'Category' drop down. You can vote once a day, so those who vote more than once/or vote daily, will get extra accreditation for my prize. Voting ends Friday 29th January at 9pm.

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Thank you so much for all of your help and support, I really couldn't do any of this without you guys. My first proper post of the year will be released on Thursday 7th January, and my first YouTube video will go up on Sunday 10th January.

Thank you once again! What did you do this New Years?
Much Love
Eltoria x

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