Miss Dollar Shake

31/07/2020

• Digital streamlining•
Ive got about 4 accounts I’m trying to manage so I’m getting rid of this one.
If you want to stay connected you can get me on my personal one or my flower business

Much love 💋💋

21/07/2020

• W a r d r o b e R e c y c l e •

I’ve always loved vintage shopping, second-hand or preloved. Heck I’m all down for the occasional hand me downs from my mum or friends.
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I’m not a clothes snob at all.
If a garment is nice I’m not fussy if it’s high St or high end.
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I’m at that stage where I’m happy with my eclectic wardrobe and I don’t NEED anything new.
None of us really NEED things, we WANT things.
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I donated a load to a clothes charity fund raiser in January and now I’m all for re-using and re-loving what I have!

I think we all seriously need to consider buying less and re using stuff we already have.

14/07/2020

• Y o u ‘ r e M y L o b s t e r •
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This shirt is old. I bought it when I worked as an events manager for a Canadian Lobster company.
Thought it was funny to walk into the office wearing it!
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I’m making a conscious decision to recycle my wardrobe rather than buy new.
I’ve not bought a new piece of clothing since the new year!
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13/07/2020

L e o p a r d P r i n t L o v e
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Loving my new mask from
I feel pretty gangsta!
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Remember there are still stupid people out there who can’t understand the simple request of social distancing.
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You can’t control these knobbers. Look after yourself!

12/07/2020

E a s y L i k e
S u n d a y M o r n i n g

Vinyl, coffee & sunshine!
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10/07/2020

• P o m P o m F e e t •

I survived my first week back in the office! And I even popped to a few shops on lunch...I was quite anxious about going back to “normal” but its not been too bad!

However I have been on the drink twice already this week to get me through....and I’m so having a cheeky Gin tonight.

How cute are these pumps?!
You probably can’t see but they have fluffy bits on the toe.

Happy Friday peeps
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06/07/2020

Thrilled to be back in the office today...
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I’m like Mary Bloody Poppins with my bag of cleaning products and a comedic rattle as I walk with my crockery and cutlery! 👀
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Happy Monday Betches 🙌🏻

02/07/2020

When your boss phones to say you have to return to the office next week...

UGHHHH!

Lockdown, you’ve been a pleasure in a weird kind of way.
I’m really grateful for being furloughed and having time for my creative projects, connecting with some fab people and having the time to renovate our home.
I know not everyone has had the luxury of being furloughed and has still had to show up for work during this s**tty time. Or worse still, lost jobs.

I’ve had to change my job slightly (or risk losing it basically) so it’s a new chapter in one sense, in this new normal.

01/07/2020

E d i s s
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My friend over at commissioned this cute leopard print T for me.
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I love a slogan t-shirt and I love supporting small businesses!
Double whammy!
What I love more is that none of you can probably guess what Ediss stands for...
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29/06/2020

R a n d o m A c t s
O f K i n d n e s s D a y
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has started this rather wonderful movement!
She is very brave warrior fighting a bastard cancer with only possibly a couple of weeks left to live. Go to her page to read her story. Since her diagnosis she’s been handing out random acts of kindness envelopes containing £20.
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Let’s join her with spreading the kindness and love!
What will you do today as a random act of kindness?
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Yesterday I gave my friend a postcard with a happy quote on it. Just because....and it made her day!
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My hubby often leaves me notes around the house with “I love you”. You’ve no idea the power of these little acts!
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It can be as simple as smiling at your neighbour or leaving a little thank you note out for someone.
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27/06/2020

R a i n b o w D i s c o F e e l s
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Such a shame people can’t celebrate in mass on the streets but I imagine there’s going to be some rather creative socially distancing / home parties happening.

This image by .ram is making me want to get out my sequins and party!!

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26/06/2020

★ F e s t i v a l F r i d a y ★
As it would be this weekend I’ve been looking back at some some rather questionable festival pics of my own. These were taken 2010/11.
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Let’s have some fun!!
I want you to share your favourite festival outfits or just some funny festival pics with me and I will re share on my stories over the weekend.
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Just Hashtag and don’t forget to mention
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I can’t wait to see them
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25/06/2020

Y e s T h e y A r e!!
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I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s put on a lockdown layer?!
But you know what?!...I feel fu***ng fabulous!
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I came across this image this morning and thought...Hell to the yes! 🙌🏻
I’m happy, healthy and I’m easy for hubby to snuggle up to!
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I’d much rather be a bit wobbly from quarantine snacking than have COVID. Am I right??
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24/06/2020

R e a l T a l k
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Ok I’m going to be quite honest on here for a moment. It takes quite a lot of guts to be open on social media so I hope you understand it comes from a good place.
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Instagram has been a wonderful place for me over lockdown in many ways.
Ive been able to do my live IG with some fantastic people from various industries.
Some of whom I’ve met via Instagram and hope to stay connected with long after lockdown.
I’ve also managed to throw myself completely at my flower business.
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On the downside though, I must say I’m surprised at some people’s behaviour. It’s just my observation.
I follow and support lots of everyday empowering women and creative businesses, who represent courage, confidence, and support, yet I somehow find myself approaching these people and a few times my messages are seen and not replied to.
Just to add my messages are professional not overly casual.
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I understand people are busy.
Maybe they don’t know how to respond?
Maybe they think they’re more important than me?
Maybe it’s because they just don’t want to?
It feels a bit like some people are quite hypocritical, appearing one way yet behave another.
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I thought we were all about acts of kindness and trying to be nicer to one another.
If anyone approached me for a collaboration and I kindly declined, I would do just that.
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Does anyone else sometimes struggle with the communication and approaching of others over social media?
I’d love to hear your thoughts.
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Enjoy the sunshine everyone
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23/06/2020

B e c o m i n g
I’m currently listening to the audio book by and I’m absolutely loving it!
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I was naughty and watched the Netflix documentary first, about her book tour and fell in love with her even more! If you haven’t seen it I urge you to watch it.
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I love that she brings a little sass to the interviews, yet she is so incredibly grounded and so encouraging to young people!
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She had a tough enough job as First Lady...let alone as a black First Lady!
But by Christ did she handle it!
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What a woman!
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22/06/2020

M o n d a y M o t i v a t i o n
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We had a weekend off to relax and celebrated hubby’s birthday, so now it’s time to get back on it and get some s**t done!
I’m not actually in the mood. My body has other ideas...but I need to push on regardless and do this thing called adulting!
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20/06/2020

D a n c i n g K w e e n
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Anyone missing going out and having a good ol dance? 🙋🏻‍♀️
Throwback to a couple of summers ago when I was with the girls in dancing to JLO with no care in the world!
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19/06/2020

S h a k e Y o u r B o o t y
I t s F r i d a y 💕

Another week done!
It’s hubby birthday so we are celebrating in this house today.

I’m pretty sure I ordered sunshine...must be a bit delayed.

Have a fabulous Friday everyone!

Image: .uk

17/06/2020

S t o p & S m e l l T h e
R o s e s
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Enjoying having the sun back and taking a moment to stop, breathe and admire some natural beauty.
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We must all stop and take a moment to be still in this crazy rollercoaster that is life!
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Promise me you’ll do the same!

12/06/2020

JOIN US 💕
On Monday I chat to the gorgeous Liz from .co.uk about her “outrageously over the top statement jewellery and fashion accessories”
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I can’t wait to listen about her creative journey and how she came to set up her fabulous jewellery business.
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As a fellow kitsch and leopard print lover and fan of a bold earring, I’m pretty excited to know more about the brand!!
See you dolls then!

11/06/2020

“Where there is no struggle, there is no strength”
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I’ve recently had to go through a s**tty situation with work (the day job) and face a potential job loss head on!
It’s not easy and I’ve been through this before!
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It’s hard when faced with a struggle not to lose your s**t! (Trust me I have in private) but you must also see it as an opportunity for self development.
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Ive had to learn over the years to stand my ground and have the confidence to articulate my worth to those people in charge!!
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At the time it doesn’t feel like it but you must see these situations as opportunities to release your inner warrior and fight!!
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Yes I’m wearing my winter jumper in JUNE!! WTAF?! Jumper
Leggings
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10/06/2020

C h a n g e I s H a p p e n i n g
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This has been a very strange year so far. What an emotional rollercoaster!
Lots of terrifying things have happened and I believe there will be lots more to come.
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People are fed up, upset and very passionate! However out of troubling times have come great acts of kindness and solidarity!
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More than ever we need to be loud about what we care about for a better future, because it’s bloody working!

10/06/2020

Great chat with Liam at Folkstar Photography lastnight! Have a watch here 🖤

08/06/2020

T h e N e w N o r m a l
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I’m off to test drive some cars later.
I don’t have a car because I had an accident way before lockdown and it’s taken this long to sort it!!
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I feel slightly anxious about being close to people again and also sitting in cars other people have sat in, coughed in....or just breathed in!
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I know I’m OCD but I’ve spent so long cooped up on furlough, I don’t know what daily life feels like!
It’s not healthy!
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You’ll see on my IGTV I made this sexy floral mask the other day. I haven’t had the chance to debut it yet.
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I’ve got plenty of fabric if anyone is desperate for one?
Just message me. 🌸

07/06/2020

★ JOIN US ★
Next week on I’m joined by Liam
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Liam is a “Wedding photographer for the most awesome couples”
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I’m going to chat to him about his photography journey so far, what inspires him, his love for music and cinematography and a general chit chat.
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It’s an evening IG Live this time, so pour yourself something a little stronger than a cuppa!
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See you then!

05/06/2020

It’s so great to see normal, multicultural faces on the front of this magazine.
The faces of those in normal jobs.
The absolute heroes who are saving us.
The ones who are working long hours and doing the jobs we don’t want to do, for a low wage to keep our country running during this pandemic!
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This is what Britain looks like!
Well fu***ng done!! 🙌🏻🙌🏼🙌🏾🙌🏿
hawkesworth

04/06/2020

I’ve used some leftover fabric to make my own funky PPE for when I’m out shopping.
As lockdown rules ease we must maintain caution and be sensible whenever we can.
(Facebook have partially muted the music im afraid)
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02/06/2020

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I won’t be doing my IG live this evening with out of respect of this blackout!
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29/05/2020

• D r e s s U p F r i d a y •
Feeling very Safari Chic in my jumpsuit and Panama hat.
This jumpsuit is an oldie but a goodie from
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It’s so comfortable I bought one in black too (obvs ) plus it has huge pockets for when you don’t know what to do with your hands!
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The hat was gifted by a friend who got it in Brazil.
I say gifted...she lent me it and in the end said just keep it 😜
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I’m off to lounge around in the garden, listen to some and pretend I’m on holiday! ☀️

28/05/2020

25/05/2020

• F l o r a l •
This dress is a timeless piece for me.
I wear it every summer!
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I love the vintage/ kimono vibe it has going on.
Plus I’m a big fan of an Angel sleeve!
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How gorgeous is it today?!
How lucky are we to be able to wear our summer clothes and have the sunshine on our faces!
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Happy bank holiday everyone 🌸

23/05/2020

JOIN US 💋
I’m very lucky to be joined next week by fashion and brand goddess from on my
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Zoe has an incredible background from being celebrity fashion stylist, having a concept store in London to co-founder of Consulting Agency.
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I’m going to chat to Zoe about her journey, maybe a bit of fashion (obvs) and how she is being innovative during lockdown by doing branding workshops for creatives and IG Live interviews with some well known faces.
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To all my creative pals, business owners and performers, this is one for you!
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See you gorgeous lot then!!! 💋

21/05/2020

C h o o s e L o v e 🐼
In these uncertain times where we don’t know what the hell is going on....choose love!
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As long as we have each other and love, we have the strength to get through anything!
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20/05/2020

M e n t a l H e a l t h
A w a r e n e s s 🖤

More than ever this is relevant as we try to cope with a different world we are used to.
Some will be struggling more than others during lockdown.
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Human contact is very important in releasing happy hormones and having someone to talk to face to face is much easier than video chats.
Did you know our brains have to work even harder on video calls making us feel drained.
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I’m not ashamed to tell you I have suffered with terrible depression in the past.
I had a complete burnout which started with a horrific panic attack that hit me like a tonne of bricks and led to crippling anxiety for years!
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That phase in my life has shaped me into the strongest, confident and proudest woman I’ve ever felt!!
I know my limits and I know what I’m prepared to put up with.
I also know that by getting through the other side, means I can help encourage others.
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Be gentle on yourself and know that you are brilliant and more resilient that you know! Even if you only manage getting dressed today. That’s a win worth celebrating!
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Don’t believe everything you think too! That self doubt can often creep in.
Tell that bitch to f**k off!
It’s important that you can have some sort of support network and the ability to talk to someone even if it’s just one person.
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19/05/2020

T e c h F a i l!!
I’m really enjoying these but I’m not enjoying how Instagram has only just decided that I’m able to save my IG Lives!
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Could be partly user error but now I’m able to share my interview today with to my IGTV.
This is wonderful and I wanted this for all my interviews. Oh well!
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Might have to go back and interview them all again 😜
If you’re a creative business owner and would like to join me whilst we are still in lockdown send me a message and let’s get together over a virtual cuppa!
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Have a lovely sunny afternoon.
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18/05/2020

G o o d M o r n i n g!!! 🌈
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Are we ready to take on another week?
I’m feeling super focused and ready to smash a week of little projects and getting my “brain bubble” ideas down on paper.
Might even put a bra on!
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Have a fabulous day! 🙌🏻.
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17/05/2020

T h e M a g i c I s I n Y o u!!
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I’m seeing so many people using lockdown to really delve into their creative minds and use the fire in their bellies to unleash true talent!
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I’ve always encouraged people to step out of their comfort zone and try new challenges!
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You can put your mind to anything you want babes!
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(please tell me who’s this so I can credit them)