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Summer activities in unusual places

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We are thoroughly enjoying these warm summer days, but sometimes it’s a bit of a struggle to think of a fun activity other than going for a picnic in a park. So, we’ve come up with a list of fun summer activities in unusual places around the UK! From an al fresco cinema experience to kayaking […]

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Keep Calm and Be Cool

Keep Cool in the heatwave

With the heatwave lasting well into two weeks now, it’s time to start thinking about ways to keep cool. In the office, at home or even at the gym, here at Average Janes we have all the answers! Neat ways to keep cool in the heatwave Our top tips for keeping your cool in this […]

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Get the scoop! Top ice cream spots

Top ice cream hot spots

We are loving this heatwave, basking in the glorious long evenings and desperately seeking cooling refreshments during our lunch breaks! To help you out, we’ve found some of the hottest ice cream spots to grab a cooling treat. We’ve tracked down the best scoops, make-your-own recipes and even some champagne lollies – delicious. Hottest Ice […]

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Best Picnic Spots in London

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With the days heating up, it’s time to pack up your hampers and head out for a picnic. For Janes in in London, you are absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful picnic spots, but don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you and found the the best places to enjoy a feast […]

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Delicious Summer Cocktails

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There’s nothing better on a warm summer’s day than a refreshing cocktail. So we’ve done the hard work for you and complied a selection of the tastiest cocktails you can create at home. From a classic mojito to a strawberry daiquiri check out these easy-to-follow recipes and be the hit at a summer party serving up some […]

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Somersby Festival Styling

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With festival season in full swing we’re always on the hunt for a perfect festival outfit! Well, the fabulous guys at Somersby Flavoured Cider have partnered with Lily Allen’s stylist Richard Sloan to provide quirky and original festival outfits ideas for the summer months! We were asked which celeb festival style we loved and obviously […]

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Top 5 Summer Books

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With warmer weather finally on the way, there’s nothing like finding a spot of sunshine, grabbing a cup of tea and forgetting reality for a few hours by losing yourself in a great book. Here are our current top five picks for a bit of much-needed escapism! The Miniaturist – Jessie Burton Reminiscent of the […]

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The 2015 Festival Guide

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It’s nearly our favourite time of year…festival season! So we are here to give you the lowdown of some of the coolest festivals around the world (with tickets still available!) coming up this summer with our 2015 Festival Guide. May COMMON PEOPLE May 23- May 24 ~ Southampton, England What to expect: A two-day metropolitan […]

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Summer to Autumn Outerwear

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With the weather starting to get a little chiller and people gradually needing more than just a tshirt to venture out in, we’re looking at transition outerwear. The must have wardrobe item that will help you get from Summer through Autumn in style and allow you to throw on over those Summer items you’re not […]

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Average Jane’s summer playlist

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We’ve put together a playlist of seven of our favourite songs at the moment. Have a listen why dontcha! Banks – Goddess Goddess is the title-track to Banks’ upcoming album out in September. The Californian babe has been compared to The Weeknd and Ellie Goulding and we adore this song for Banks’ sultry voice, incredible […]

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Cute Kimonos: Summer’s Hot Trend

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To be honest, we weren’t sure about this trend at first. Wouldn’t we look like we were wandering around in fancy dressing gowns? However, having seen friends looking extremely chic in pretty, summery kimono jackets for both evening drinks and casual workwear, we’ve had to eat our words! Short, midi, maxi, fringed, lace, monochrome, jewel-toned […]

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6 Sizzling Summer Books

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From perfect beach reads to gripping thrillers, classic love stories to unexpected twists – we’ve got it all covered with our top books this summer. Whether you’re jetting-off somewhere sunny, or want something to read on your lunch break, check out our top 6 summer scorchers. The Fever – Megan Abbott An unidentifiable virus sweeps […]

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