Competition | Win culinary masterclass with celebrated Spanish chef Omar Allibhoy

Next week I am attending a Spanish Cooking course with the acclaimed Omar Allibhoy, and now you can too.

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Olive It, are giving winners the chance to bag places on an exclusive culinary masterclass with celebrated Spanish chef Omar Allibhoy. Hailed by Gordon Ramsay as the “Antonio Banderas of cooking”, he will host an exclusive hands-on cookery tuition session teaching a variety of tapas inspired recipes using everyone’s favourite Mediterranean ingredient… table olives!

Winners will learn how to use the mouth-watering flavours of olives to add a twist to everyday dishes at infamous, culinary hotspot, The Brighton Cookery School, just a short stroll from the pier. 

The bespoke class will take place on Friday 1^st July either for a lunchtime or evening session with guests cooking up a variety of exciting dishes before sitting down to enjoy sampling a mouth-watering feast accompanied by carefully selected wines.

 To keep up to date with the Olive it! campaign visit www.oliveit.eu or follow on Twitter @OliveIt_UK, Facebook @OliveItUK or Pinterest @OliveItUK.

 Details of how the prize is claimed:

The winner will need to be available either at lunchtime or in the evening on Friday 1^st July and able to attend The Brighton Cookery School 63/64 St Georges road, Brighton, UK BN2 1E. All winners will be contacted to book them into the course of their preference.

Good Luck!

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LIFESTYLE | Serenata Flower Delivery and Giveaway

I love having flowers in the house. I'm bloody awful at looking after them or any plant, luckily Joe has greener fingers than me and keeps everything alive. He even has a small collection of Cacti. With finances tight at the moment, the only time I get flowers are if I see some reduced ones in Tesco that will last a couple of days.

I was lucky enough to get sent a beautiful bouquet called Scented Blue Posy, described as "gorgeous posy of scented Hyacinths, pure white Roses, pretty Carnations and lace-like Waxflower. I was also gifted a White Rose Plant in a lovely vintage bucket, both by Serenata Flowers.

They were both delivered in a box with padding to protect them and plenty of water to keep them moist. The bouquet outlived any I've had before, they were still going 2 weeks after delivery. As you can see they graced my dinner table (this was for Mothers' Day) and they also took pride place on the mantle.

Joe has kept the Rose plant alive (a feat I'd never accomplish) and they now brighten up my computer desk.

Serenata Flowers have kindly allowed me to offer one of my readers 

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COMPETITION | DRESSING YOUR PARTNER FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

When it comes to style, I would definitely say that I got lucky with Joe. Unlike previous boyfriends, Joe has always had a great fashion sense. He has his own look that has evolved from when I met him at 19.

He doesn't just throw things on, his outfits are well put together, the items he buys well thought out and he spends time on his hair. He has quite unruly hair, so has learnt to blowdry and style it, something that probably contributed to his desire to become a barber.

I asked him to put together two looks for Valentine's Day, one for a casual date and the other for a smarter one.

Dickies chino trousers / Converse sports trainer / Michael Kors steel watch / Large Navajo Ring / Cut Throat Pendant / Denim Shirt Contrasting Stitching

Evisu reversible jeans / Red Wing laced leather boots / Brixton trilby hat / River Island Brown textured cross-hatch waistcoat / Long Sleeve Slim Silhouette Shirt

I've teamed up with Men's Fashion site Guide London to help you style your man, or yourself with a competition to win a shirt from their website.

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COMPETITION | 500 Follower Giveaway - #Win an Indulgent Hamper

It's been a while since I ran a competition, but I finally reached 500 Followers on GFC (and then by some freak miracle grew 200+ followers on Bloglovin in one day). So I thought it was time to run another to celebrate and treat a lucky winner to an indulgent hamper.

Indulgence never tasted so sweet

Contains

Belvoir Cranberry and Raspberry Presse 250cl

Cupido Amor Chocolates 65g

New English Rosehip & Hibiscus Tea 10's

Chocolaterie Roose Belgian Chocolates

Mrs Bridges Raspberry & Redcurrant Jam 113g

CocoaBean Chocolate Bar With Heart Decoration

Campbells Petticoat Tail Shortbread 125g

Presented in a red jute bag

Allergy Advice: Some products have been manufactured in a nut environment and may contain eggs or soya or wheat or wheat flour or oats or milk or gluten or lard.

an Indulgence Hamper from Viking

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COMPETITION | Baylis and Harding Great Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Giveaway

Heralded by celebrity stylists and hairdressers as the best ingredient for ultimate shiny, smooth hair, Moroccan Argan oil has been top of hair care 'what's hot' lists all over the world, traditionally coming with a high price tag. Now, this exclusive wonder product has been made an affordable luxury thanks to Baylis & Harding's new Great Hair range.

The Moisture Drench shampoo and conditioner with Argan oil extract – otherwise known as liquid gold – makes this once out-of-reach ingredient within our grasp. Retailing at just £6 per 500ml bottle, we can all enjoy professional hair care at a fraction of the cost.

The shampoo and conditioner have been specially formulated to hydrate and nourish dry/damaged hair. Commonly used by professionals to improve the condition of hair, Argan oil boasts natural antioxidants that make quick work of repairing hair damage.

It won't weigh your hair down like other products on the market. What's more, it protects against damaging factors, such as over-styling and the elements, to repair, restore and renew, making bad hair days a distant memory.

Both products in the range are pH balanced and paraben free ensuring they offer the best care possible for your hair. Each also includes Pro Vitamin B5, which binds to the hair shaft to strengthen and nourish, and natural Betaine, for added moisturising properties.

The GH Great Hair Moisture Drench shampoo and conditioner are available exclusively online at baylisandharding.com, and in store at Debenhams.

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COMPETITION | Scentsy Giveaway

Doodle Bum* the plate is from the Jadestone warmer, as Sega had a bit of an accident and broke the actual one.

The lovely Fiona Parry lent me one of her Scentsy Doodle Bud warmer to try. I hadn't heard of Scentsy before, but they have a whole range of scented products. The idea behind the brand is that they replace scented candles.

You place one or two of the scent cubes on the tray, plug it in and the heat melts the cubes down and they burn for hours.

They have a huge range of different style burners, so there is one suitable for any decor. They also sell Scentsy buddies, which are soft toys that you can pop your favorite scent in to it for your kids, as well as a range of solid perfume fragrances that you can just rub on your wrist.

They have a large collection os scents too! I tried the 'Echo' scent from the Scentsy Mans range and it is lovely. It's got spicy notes with a subtle hint of citrus. I sometimes get headaches from scented candles, but was completely fine with the Scentsy burner.

I definitely have my eye on some of the other warmers especially from the Silhouette Collection.

Fiona has also very kindly given me a Jadestone warmer along with a 'My Dear Watson' scent pack and the new 'Eliven' scent to giveaway. You can enter below.

Love Lilla xx

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FASHION | House of Fraser Blogger Style Challenge

1. ONLY Sleeveless Bow Top
2. BIBA Short Tiger Printed Fur Coat
3. JANE NORMAN Back Stud Pumps
4. GEMINI Framed Cluster Ring
5. THOMAS SABO Rebel At Heart Black Matted Bracelet
6. GLAMOROUS Shiny Pocket Leggings
7. JANE NORMAN Battered Cuff
8. THOMAS SABO Charm Club White Pearl Bracelet
9. JANE NORMAN Pyramid Ring
10. BIBA Faith Embossed Clutch Bag

Autumn/ Winter 2013 for me is about spikes, embellishments and detail. What I love about this outfit is that it is glamorous but casual. You could wear it to work without the faux fur jacket and then transform it into a night look with the jacket, to go for drinks with the girls.

I am a big fan of studs and spikes, so I love this ring and the studded shoes. I also love the statement cuff and ring.

Clothes wise, I know disco pants are huge, and although I personally couldn't wear them or the shirt, I think they are bang on for A/W13.

Love Lilla xx

HAIR | Final Week Dove Colour Radiance Challenge and #giveaway

I've finished the Dove Colour Radiance Challenge. My personal favorite item from the range is the leave in conditioner, it's so light that you can use it to help refresh your hair in between washes, not to mention is has UV filters so protects from sun damage. The regular conditioner did the trick as well despite my early doubt. My personal experience with the shampoo is that it made my head itch, which is normal as I have to use 100% natural shampoo, but as this is low in sulphates it took 3 week or so before it started itching which is a miracle.

Anyway, the lovely people at Dove sent me some of the range out so that I can run a competition and give you guys the chance to try the range for yourself!

                         

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FASHION | Curvy Kate to Celebrate Third Birthday in Style

Fashionable full bust lingerie company Curvy Kate will be marking their third birthday this month, and to celebrate they are planning anexciting viral giveaway on their Facebook page. From the 16^th July for 12 days, a prize from various retailers and sponsors will be given away daily.

Fans have the chance to win a plethora of fantastic prizes, with some top brands contributing from the hair, beauty, fashion and pamper product worlds.

Contributors include some of Curvy Kate’s key retailers: Littlewoods, Figleaves and Debenhams, as well as Dove Hair, Soap & Glory and cult beauty favourites GlossyBox. The final prize – a luxury photo shoot and pictures from London Boudoir Photography – will allow fans to get a taste of what it’s like to be a ‘Star in a Bra’ for the day.

Since the brand was launched in 2009, they’ve gone from strength to strength. Making their mark on an already very competitive market, they’ve gained loyal customers, had rave reviews in the media and blogosphere and manufactured products that simply can’t be bought elsewhere.

PR and Marketing Assistant Cheryl Warner commented: ‘Every member of the Curvy Kate team is so proud and thrilled by what we’ve achieved in three short years. With so many great brands on board supporting the competition and celebrating with us, we're really excited to see how this competition will be even bigger and more lucrative than the last. It’s also a chance for us to give away some birthday gift to thank our loyal fans for all their support over the past three years.’

See www.facebook.com/curvykate for daily prize updates from the 16^th July. Curvy Kate will promote the campaign online through social media, email newsletters, their retailers, forum seeding, blogging, social ads, and website banners. The promotion will also contain a unique viral feature allowing fans to click through a shared link. Also for every 10 shares the ‘sharer’ will receive an additional entry encouraging fans to participate to increase their chances.

COMPETITION | Color.Bug Giveaway Winner Announced!

So the winner is.... Gillian Holmes! Well done. Thank you so much to everyone who entered, it was overwhelming how many entries there were!
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COMPETITION | Color.Bug Giveaway

I really loved playing with these Color.Bugs they are great for a bit of quick fun, OK so i'm a punk at heart..... shoot me! They are a great alternative to bleaching and dying your hair to achieve a bit of funky colour.

Luckily the lovely people at Kevin.Murphy sent me an extra set to giveaway! You can enter below.

Love Lilla xx

P.s. Please make sure you actually leave a comment on the blog to enter.

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COMPETITION | Pierre Cardin Designer Sunglasses Winner- ANNOUNCED

I had an incredible response to my first blog competition, thank you to all that entered! I would also like to thank Selectspecs for giving me the prize!

*drum roll* 

HELEN BROWN

from Guernsey

Well done Helen!

Helen thinks that Ray-Ban Wayfarers will be hot this summer - and I agree!

COMPETITION | Who wants to #Win a pair of Pierre Cardin Sunglasses? #Giveaway

So excited! This is my first ever blog giveaway! Selecspecs, the home of the £6 prescription glasses, have given me a pair of stunning Pierre Cardin sunglasses to celebrate the opening of its first real shop! The usually online retailer is opening up a shop in Westgate On Sea in Kent.

I love these big frames they are very retro,  and they remind me of Audrey Hepburn!

So I guess you want to know how you can win these? Well it's simple, just go to the Selectspecs website and have a browse then email TheLillaJade@gmail.com and tell me which sunglasses you think are going to be hot this summer! Please put 'SelectSpec Comp' in the Subject line.

The winner will be chosen at random and announced on here and via Twitter on Monday 30th April. Good Luck to you all :)

Terms and Conditions

1. The Selectspecs designer sunglasses competition (the “Competition”) is open to residents of the UK aged 18 and over.

2. The Competition is not open to employees or agencies of Selectspecs, their group companies or family members or anyone else connected to the Competition or LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk.

3. Entry into the Competition is acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

4. To enter the Competition you email TheLillaJade@gmail.com detailing which sunglasses you think will be hot this summer.

5. Only one entry per person. Entries on behalf of another person will not be accepted and joint submissions are not allowed. You are responsible for the cost (if any) of sending your Competition entry to us. Entries are at no cost to the participants and no purchase is necessary.

6. No responsibility is taken for entries that are lost, delayed, misdirected or incomplete or cannot be delivered or entered for any technical or other reason. Proof of delivery of the entry is not proof of receipt.

7. The competition opens at 10.00am on 21/04/2012.

8. The competition closes at 11.59 pm on 29/04/2012. Entries received after that date and time will not be considered.

9. The winner will be chosen from a random draw of correct entries. One winner will receive a pair of Pierre Cardin sunglasses.

10. LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk accepts no responsibility for any costs associated with the prize and not specifically included in the prizes.

11. The winners will be announced on the blog and Twitter on Monday 30^th April 2012 and will be notified by email on this date.

If a winner does not respond to LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk within 2 days of being notified by LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk, then the winner’s prize will be forfeited and LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk shall be entitled to select another winner (and that winner will have to respond to LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk within 2 days or else they will also forfeit their prize). If a winner rejects their prize, then the winner’s prize will be forfeited and LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk shall be entitled to select another winner. Providing this criteria is met the winners will receive their prizes within two weeks of us receiving full postal addresses.

12. Details of the winner can be obtained by sending a stamped addressed envelope to the following address: 11 Wilbury Avenue, Hove, BN3 6HR.

13. The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, and is not redeemable for cash or other prizes.

14. LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk retains the right to substitute the prize with another prize of similar value in the event the original prize offered is not available.

15. The winner may be required for promotional activity.

16. No purchase necessary.

17. Nothing in these terms and conditions shall exclude the liability of LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk for death, personal injury, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation as a result of its negligence.

18. LillaJade.blogspot.co.ukaccepts no responsibility for any damage, loss, liabilities, injury or disappointment incurred or suffered by you as a result of entering the Competition or accepting the prize. LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk further disclaims liability for any injury or damage to your or any other person’s computer relating to or resulting from participation in or downloading any materials in connection with the Competition.

19. LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk reserves the right at any time and from time to time to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, this Competition with or without prior notice due to reasons outside its control (including, without limitation, in the case of anticipated, suspected or actual fraud). The decision of LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk in all matters under its control is final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into.

20. LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk shall not be liable for any failure to comply with its obligations where the failure is caused by something outside its reasonable control. Such circumstances shall include, but not be limited to, weather conditions, fire, flood, hurricane, strike, industrial dispute, war, hostilities, political unrest, riots, civil commotion, inevitable accidents, supervening legislation or any other circumstances amounting to force majeure.

21. The Competition will be governed by English law.

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Winners may be requested to take part in promotional activity and LillaJade.blogspot.co.uk reserves the right to use the names and addresses of winners in any publicity both in paper and online.

Any personal data relating to entrants will not be disclosed to a third party without the individual’s consent. Data relating to entrants will be retained for a limited period after the Competition closes to assist in operating competitions in a consistent manner and to deal with any queries on the Competition.

FASHION | Selectspecs £6 Prescription Glasses

I've needed glasses for a while now, my prescription is minuscule but when i'm driving at night or watching TV in the evening I notice that things are blurry. Unfortunately glasses aren't exactly cheap and considering that I don't need to wear them all the time it's quite a big investment.

In the past my boyfriend said that I should just buy some cheap ones but I was very reluctant as they are flimsy and limited styles, and let face it you don't want to wear glasses that look horrific.

Selectspecs prescription glasses start at £6 which is crazy cheap, so when they offered me some to review I jumped at the chance! I choose the Savannah glasses in Black because they are the closest to the Wayfarer style that I like. When they arrived I was really surprised that they came with a hard case and a cleaning cloth! But even more surprising was the quality of the glasses.

I was expecting flimsy, light, fragile frames, and whilst they aren't exactly heavy, I'm not worried about them snapping or breaking easily. The frames are slightly rubbery which gives the frames a nice matte appearance.

When I was browsing the website I was surprised by how competitive the designer sunglasses and frames are in comparison to other high street shops! Not to mention that they also have launched the following discount codes that are valid until 23rd April:

10% off Optical Frames and Sunglasses when you spend over £15 on optical frames or designer sunglasses.- Promo Code: 10shop

15% off Complete Prescription Glasses when you spend over £100 on Prescription Glasses. - Promo Code: 15shop

20% off Complete Prescription Glasses when you spend over £200 on Prescription Glasses.- Promo Code: 20shop

20% off Individual Brands – Optical Frames only.  Promo Code: 20brands

20% off the following big name brands – Tom Ford, TOD’s, Oakley, Ray-Ban, Chopard, Zegna, Rodenstock, Roberto Cavalli, Jimmy Choo, and Nike.

Selectspecs are about to open its first actual shop in Kent on 23rd April, to celebrate they are running 2 competitions to win a pair of Ray-Ban Aviators or Police Sunglasses.