Lazy Dogz Luxury Slipper Unboxing

Christmas time makes me think of one thing in particular; it's cold outside and you're snuggled up inside with a fluffy blanket, cup of hot cocoa in hand with cosy slippers on. Lazy Dogz have given me a head start to this winters night dream. Whether you're buying a gift for someone or treating yourself, these slippers will help you wind down and feel nice and toasty. I'm unboxing the Sadie Pink Suede Moccasin Slippers (£35)* today and will tell you why I'm absolutely head over heels for them.

Described as a 'timeless classic moccasin', this pair of slippers is handcrafted with a luxurious gold suede detail, featuing the Lazy Dogz branded rubber sole lozenge for durability, plush faux fur lining and beauty gold glitter bow on top. They've also available in beige, available in single sizes and they come wrapped in tissue paper in a branded box with gift tag and ribbon. From choosing the slippers that were right for me, all the way until I opened the box I felt like I had been taken care of, which makes such a difference when it comes to buying an investment piece. For me, slippers need to be durable, comfortable, warm and long lasting, and I have a strong feeling the Sadie Moccasin Slippers have checked off all the boxes here.

Although I'm not the most fashion-conscious person out there, I work from home and dress myself as if I were in an office, with the exception of footwear. When you're typing away all day you want to feel comfortable and warm, and the fit of the Sadie Moccasin Slippers makes me feel exactly that. They're sturdy slippers that hug your feet and are most definitely luxurious. I've previously bought cheap slippers with the intention of throwing them away after a few months as I didn't thing slippers would last, but I've had these a few weeks and they still feel as good as new. I'm naturally a clumsy person and have twisted my ankle from dodgy slippers in the past and since I've worn these I've not slipped once, which is due to the durable sole underneath. The moccasin style also looks the part and they're the most stylish pair of slippers I've had the pleasure of wearing.

Aside from the slippers themselves, I wanted to talk a bit more about the brand. Since 2001, Lazy Dogz have dedicated themselves to the production of their luxurious footwear that feels and looks amazing. Their entire collection is based on a wealth of knowledge and confidence that they're doing their job properly. Being a British Brand, they are supporting Manchester Dogs' Home this Christmas as they continue to recover from last year's tragic fire, and for every pair of slippers they sell until Christmas Even 2016, they will donate £1 to their cause. If that's not an incentive, I'm not sure what is! I'm so happy they're helping out for this great cause, and it's lovely buying something knowing you can do your part to give to charity at the same time.

If you're buying someone a gift this Christmas or wanting to treat yourself to some well deserved slippers, have a look on the Lazy Dogz website. On there you can find both male and female slippers, with different varieties including boot slippers, backless slippers and other moccasin styles. Looking at the design, they have velvet bows, dog prints (including pugs, poodles and dachshunds), polka dots, pom poms and more. In fact, they even have free delivery for all orders over the Christmas period that are sent via Royal Mail First Class so they arrive so quickly. If you put your order in before 1pm they are normally dispatched the very same day. Everything about the service screams high quality and professional, and that's why I'll be recommending Lazy Dogz to everyone I know who loves their slippers.
*In collaboration with Lazy Dogz

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Men's Luxury Christmas Gift Guide | Ad

Christmas is approaching and many people find men difficult to buy for. If you don't want to give them another pair of socks, an aerosol gift set or a granddad pair of slippers, have a look at my luxury gift guide for inspiration.
Corby Navy Double Breasted Trench Coat £700.00 - Aquascutum The classic double-breaste trench coat is meticulously crafted in the United Kingdom from a cotton mix and features raglan sleeves, military-inspired epaulettes to the shoulders, a double-breasted front with a button fastening and finally a waist belt. Acquascutum began as a Mayfair tailors in 1851 by John Emary, bringing fine craftsmanship and technical innovation which has Royal Warrant and long patronage with the Royal Family. They developed the trench coat in 1914 for use by the British Military in both the first and second world wars. The trench coat is now an integral part of British fashion and is a great gift to give for Christmas.
Single Coloured Briefcase £29.99 - Zara In black this briefcase has a tumbled effect finish, featuring an interior compartment for keeping small objects. Two regular sized handles to carry with and it also comes in 'orange' and 'green' for a more vibrant look. It's big enough to fit your Macbook and most important papers inside.
Facial Fuel SPF 15 £33.00 - Kiehl's This is a vitamin-enriched and energizing non-oily facial moisturiser with an SPF of 15 to offer protection from skin-damaging UV rays. The "facial recovery accelerator" helps skin resist the effects of enivornmental stress for a healthy and invigorated experience. Skin will feel refueled, re-energized and revitalized.
Charbonnel et Walker Sea Salt Caramel Milk Truffles £21.00 - John Lewis Established in 1875, Charbonnel et Walker is one of the UK's earliest producers of chocolates and is endorsed by the Royal Warrant as chocolate manufactures to Her Majesty the Queen. Break through the chocolate shell and discover the caramel sea salt filling. It will satisfy any sweet tooth and is presented in a beautiful box.
Fitbit Black Alta Fitness Tracker £100.00 - Debenhams I have my own Fitbit and I love it, so I think men would love the Alta customisable fitness tracker designed to fit your personal style. It tracks activity all day, including steps, distance, calories burned and active minutes. At night you can track your sleep and set a silent alarm to wake you in the morning, ensuring that you get your best rest. The OLED screen keeps goals in focus with stats, time and call/text notifications from your phone, and you can change the wrist strap to suit your own style.
Consul G Church Leather Formal Shoes £415.00 - Kurt Geiger The black leather five eyelet Oxford lace ups have Goodyear welted soles inside, with stitch detail for the best selling Church style. Kurt Geiger have been making English shoes since 1873 and sell a range of shoes including this formal style that are perfect for suiting up.
Tom Ford Noir Extreme Collection £94.00 - Selfridges Revealing a new dimension of the Noir man, this amber drenched, woody oriental fragrance has tantalising and delectable heart notes to capture the aspect of the man that relishes in immoderation and dares to be extraordinary. The gift collection features both the Eau de Parfum and the Aftershave Balm, both presented in a Tom Ford gift box.
Mulberry Leather Wash Case £295.00 - Harrods In the colour 'oak', it can carry all your essentials in the timeless natural-leather wash case that features the Mulberry stamped tree motif. It offers zipped interior pockets and an exterior carry handle, making it stylish and practical in equal measures.
GoPro Hero 5 Action Camcorder £349.00 - Currys With 4K Ultra HD video up to 30 fps and waterproof to 32 ft, this LCD touchscreen camcorder can record video and take 12 megapixel still photos, including a time lapse mode. Every adventure will look crisp and detailed, with an advanced sensor and bright lens. It has a tough waterproof design, large touchscreen, advanced digital image stablisation and can be attached to various Go Pro mounts to wear on the go.
*In collaboration with Aquascutum

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Winter Hot Chocolates - Gü

Hey Guys,

Happy Blogmas!

Bit of a random post but I bought these in Waitrose in October and November and instantly fell in love, so just wanted to write a little post about them! You've probably heard of Gü, and they make lovely desserts. As I was wandering through an aisle I saw these and picked up the Salted Caramel Flavour Hot Chocolate and took it home to try. It was the right balance between the salted caramel and chocolate. It was thick (almost like flavoured milk) and incredibly easy to make. The next month I picked up the plain Hot Chocolate version.

I served them differently here, but just wanted to emphasize how lovely they look! These tall milkshake glasses were £1 each from Poundland, and the huge mug (this picture doesn't do it justice on how large it is) was £8 from Marks & Spencer's.
I added some light squirty cream and some mini marshmallows. It makes a huge difference using the Gü hot chocolates compared to getting a powder and mixing it into milk. The texture is so smooth and you can drink them cold if you'd like. You can also add a dash of Disaronno to plain hot chocolate for a marzipan tasting drink.
Let me know in the comments what your fave hot chocolate is, I'd love to do another post on winter drinks!
Don't forget to enter my Christmas Giveaway! (here) 

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