Ellie Ellie Wears - Let's Hit The Beach

In the midst of the summer holidays, we're in the mood for a beachwear special this week! As always, we love to add a little retro inspiration, and this Chic Swimsuit in fifties-style polka dot print really does the trick! The seasons key kimono with subtle lace detailing will look great over the swimsuit, and we spotted this lovely hand fan from Monsoon to add a pop of colour and keep you nice and cool on the beach!

What about carrying your sun cream and towels around? A roomy beach bag is ideal for the job, with knotted rope handles for a real nautical effect! And when you're away from the water, a Reach For The Stars Mixed Metal Necklace will give you a shimmering glow! A winning coastal look for your holidays. 

Swimsuit - Boden

Beach bag - Animal

Hand fan - Monsoon

Flip Flops - Gandys

Necklace - Ellie Ellie

Kimono - Oasis

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The outdoor cinema experience!

If you're wondering how to make the most of the warm weather this summer, look no further than the increasingly popular open-air cinemas all around the UK. Developed from the drive-in experience, now anyone grab a deck chair, get some friends & family together and enjoy a classic film in the great outdoors!

There's lots to choose from, so we've put together a little list of the biggest & best outdoor cinemas this year:

The Luna Cinema - The UK's leading producer of open-air cinema events. From Breakfast at Tiffany's, to a Frozen Sing-along, there's something for everyone at number venues around the country. And with then highest quality equipment, you're guaranteed a brilliant experience!

Rooftop film club - The outdoor cinema with a twist! If you fancy something a bit more luxurious, London can offer just that in four different locations on the finest rooftops. As well as the film, enjoy the amazing views of the city while sitting back with a film themed cocktail!

Brighton's Big Screen - Thousands of people have flocked to Brighton Seafront over the past four years to watch the biggest blockbusters and live sporting events, with pop up restaurants and a beach themed bar to give visitors the best experience of an open air cinema! What better way to spend a summer evening than watching the best films on a gigantic 40sqm screen by the sea? Keep a lookout on their website for upcoming dates & times.

Which open-air cinema will you be heading to?

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The Big Beach Clean!

This week marks the 30th anniversary of Volunteers' week, which is a week to celebrate the contribution of millions of volunteers across the UK. Many different volunteer projects are getting underway this week, with challenges and events taking place throughout the UK all week to celebrate. 

Hayley and I got involved with the big beach clean up on Brighton seafront last week, joining loads of helpful volunteers to clean the beach of litter and rubbish. Organised by The Argus, teams of volunteers and individuals to met on Brighton pier from across the city to begin cleaning up the beach. 

I was very surprised at how much litter there was on the beach, considering we had had a rainy bank holiday Monday the day before. What was also surprising was the type of litter we picked up, i was expecting crisp packets and drinks cans, however, the rubbish we were picking up was much smaller pieces such as bottle tops, string and small bits of plastic that could easily not be seen and therefore stay among the pebbles. Which would ultimately increase the amount of litter on the beach. We even found a pair of headphones buried in the pebbles! 

Thank you to The Argus for organising the beach clean up. We will definitely be taking part in the next one!

Read more about the Big Beach Clean up here!

Find out more about Volunteers' Week

Brighton Marathon 2014

The Brighton Marathon is back this (hopefully sunny) April weekend for its forth year, the marathon started in 2010 and is now open to 12,00 entries for runners and athletes.

The women's marathon world record holder, Paula Radcliffe with start this years race, at 9.15 from Preston Park this Sunday the 6th of April. There are many places to sit and watch the marathon on Sunday and you can head down to the Beach Village to relax and unwind after the race and meet up with loved ones who have shown their support!

Brighton beach will be host to a mix of food and drink stalls, as well as music and benches to sit and relax, as well as the other spectator spots placed around the route!

If you are competing in the marathon, good luck! All supporters, have fun watching your family and friends compete!

Good Luck!

For more information visit the Brighton Marathon website!