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30 Things To Do Before You Turn 30 (Pt. 1)

by natalie

I don't know if you've heard, but I'm turning 30 this year. That's a small joke because if you've ever visited this blog before, or if you follow me on ...

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What to Shop for at Sephora: The Cult Must-Have Products

by natalie

I'm not really a big one for shopping when I travel. I honestly plan so much of my trips around eating that there's hardly any time (or tbh, money) left ...

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CLOSED | WIN A Pair of Earrings from Black Betty’s Pinky Swear Range

by natalie

I’m a real sentimentalist, so I love a piece of jewellery with a story behind it. If, like me, you’d rather have a pair of earrings or a sparkly ring ...

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5 Tips for buying the Perfect Pair of Jeans

by natalie

I know I don't need to explain to any girl out there how hard it can be to find the perfect pair of jeans. I've literally been reduced to tears ...

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My Top 10 Blogging Tips

by natalie

When I started Tails Of A Mermaid back in 2010, I knew nothing about blogging. I remember Googling "how to start a WordPress blog" from my mom's bed and just ...

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Reader Recommendations: 20 Books to Read in 2018

by natalie

Happy 2018! It's been a little quiet over here as I took a much-needed break over Christmas and New Years to road trip the east coast of South Africa. Then ...

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What to Pack for a Road Trip in South Africa

by natalie South Africa

With thousands of kilometres of (relatively) well-maintained roads, beautiful landscapes, diverse scenery and idyllic towns, South Africa is the road tripper's dream destination. It's hard to decide which part of ...

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Our 2018 Bathroom Makeover Inspiration

by natalie

Since we moved into our place in 2015, we've spent countless hours lovingly upgrading and updating the empty shell we first bought. It's been a really fun and interesting process ...

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#WalkMyCity: Woodstock Street Art

by natalie CAPE TOWN , SOUTH AFRICA

I always say there's no better way to explore a city than by foot. Pounding the pavement gives you the opportunity to really feel the city - get in touch ...

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15 One-Piece Swimsuits You Need This Summer

by natalie

I personally love a one-piece swimsuit. And not just because I've given my life over to carbs. I just really love the look (a kind-of mysterious sexiness) and I think ...