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‘Tis the season to get MERRY! We may not get to have as many Christmas parties this year (well none) but why not make Christmas dinner a little more special and make some fancy festive cocktails?

Galentine’s Day falls on Thursday 13th Feb, the day before Valentine’s Day. Now more than ever, the need for a bae is at an all time low - who needs a bae when you’ve got your girls to plan the most amazing day ever! Whether you’re just feelin’ yourself this year or you’re completely anti-love, make this year’s Galentine’s Day (and weekend) count. Here’s some ways you can make it the best year yet for you and your gals. Cocktail Time 🍸My favourite thing to do with the girls is go out for cocktails. There’s nothing a pornstar martini won’t...

This payday weekend was set to be the busiest day of the year for holiday bookings, known as ‘Sunshine Saturday’. More than one million people across the UK are expected to have gone online with the expectation of booking a get away from mini city breaks to their 2 week holiday in the sun. If you’re desperate to get away ASAP, a goto get away at this time of year is Dublin. Dublin is somewhere everyone needs to go at least once, as its a place with so much to offer, that is only a short flight away! You only...

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching so make sure you get your fave styles bought before they’re gone! Life’s been especially good to us in 2020 by landing Valentine’s Day on a Friday, so we can plan everything with no guilty hangover for work or uni the next day. Whether you’re getting dressed up for a hot date with bae or going out with the girls - here are your hottest picks for the love season. Think of ISAW as your own personal cupid for finding your perfect match (we mean outfits of course). Whoever said you couldn’t fall in love...

Christmas is around the corner, and yet again Secret Santa gifts are a constant stress - having Secret Santa's at work, with your home friends, university friends, and family members is a tradition that comes around every year, which a lot of us dread! The idea of having to stick to a (usually very low) budget, while still getting a gift that is something that they would like, and shows you know them well is not a great combo! Whether the girl you have for Secret Santa is an organised queen or a home decor junkie we have gathered a...

Some people say 'Uni is the best experience of your life, it’s unforgettable'. Yeah, it is unforgettable but sometimes in the absolute worst ways! We asked you guys some of your worst uni confessions to put into one big blog, as well as the best hangover cures recommended by you guys. This is a PSA to let you all know that you’re not alone when it comes to nightmare situations in your flat and on a night out. Read some of these to make yourself feel better about what you’ve had to put up with during your uni experience. Most...

Is there really anything better than putting on your fave outfit, getting ready and going for some cocktails in town with good company? Being one of the best cities in the world and home to our ISAW HQ, I’m going through some of the best places you can go for drinks in Manchester. Whether it’s with your best girlfriends or for a date, I’ve covered everything for you.   Turtle BayTurtle Bay is known for its happy hour, going all day until 7pm, then restarting again at 10pm until close every night! They’ve got so much choice and variety of...

New month = new clothes needed. If your uni wardrobe is lacking some serious style, our Student Icon @sofiaelhaj is here to help. Here’s her outfit picks for every single student occasion this Spring. 15 degrees in spring? Day drinks needed! Here’s my go-to outfit for the classic lecture followed by a cheeky trip to a beer garden vibe.   For when you’re seriously hungover but need to take-on some major lectures.   This would be my go-to for when I’m running some last-minute errands. Think grocery shopping, taking books back to the library kind of vibe! Majorly exciting student...

Our favourite type of day out - Day Drinking. Whether your plans are a boozy brunch, chilling in a pub garden or cocktails all day long, I Saw It First have got you covered. Stuck wondering what to wear? Need the perfect outfit to take you from day-to-night? We’ve listed our fave styles for Day Drinks to help you out, whatever the weather.   For a super cool look pair, the Black High Neck Midi Dress with a Double Buckle Western Belt. Wear with faux leather heeled boots for cocktails or keep it more casual with a chunky military boot....