I SAW IT FIRST BLOG

For many of us in the Uk we have just completed our first week of social distancing, which means we can’t see anyone outside of the people we live with. Unfortunately that means that many of us won't see our friends, colleagues, girlfriends and boyfriends until this is over, which can be hard for many people who are used to regular social interactions such as going out on your weekends and filling your free time with endless plans. While this may feel like a very uncertain and daunting time we have to remember how lucky we are to have the...

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...

Admit it, when it comes to the weekend you don’t always want to just go out to the club. It’s exhausting, you have to buy a whole new outfit every week and it’s the same thing every time. Especially around this time of year when it’s already so cold outside - you don’t want to be walking round in a mini dress and heels in the arctic conditions. Sometimes you really just need a change of occasion and definitely somewhere that’s a little warmer! So why not host your own dinner party? Here’s everything you need to know to host...

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...

Hey girl, let's talk. We help our friends out all the time, deciding on an outfit for that party at the weekend, giving them guy advice, or paying for their takeaway when they’re skint at the end of the night. But what happens if they really need help? With World Mental Health Day around the corner, it’s a chance to reach out to anyone you think really needs it. Even if it’s offering to listen to them vent for 10 minutes or guiding someone onto the right path, it’s extremely important we all make sure our mates really are okay....