Miami Photo Diary

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I'm in Miami, Girl...

So unless you've been offline for the past 2 weeks (and if you were, good on you, internet breaks are good for the soul), you may have heard about my little trip to Miami with Space NK and IGK. I know right? D.R.E.A.M.Y!!!!

So last Monday myself, Kate, Lily and CC flew out to meet the teams and celebrate the launch of IGK on Space NK. 

For those who aren't familar with the two brands, Space NK is my FAVOURITE beauty retailer and they scour the globe to bring you the best beauty products of their class. I can safely say the addition of IGK works perfectly in to that statement as they really are one of the best hair care brands I've ever tried. The brand itself is a little edgy (which I loveee) with innovative and really effective products. They also seem to work amazingly on all hair types as everyone I was in Miami with had a different hair type but we were still able to use every single product. Until now they had only been available within the US, and the nature of haircare products made them impossible to ship, so their arrival in the UK has been so exciting for myself and so many other girls who are huge fans of the brand. 

*Sponsored by Space NK

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The Hotel.

On arriving to Miami (after a 15 minute drive and be playing Will Smith - Miami on repeat much to everyones eye rolls) we checked in to the Mondrian South Beach Hotel. It's totally gorgeous and a sea view room gives you the most stunning bay view. People live in that hotel and I honestly could too! (FYI there's also a modelling agency in house so there's cute boys galore - and a lot of cute dogs too actually!) The gym also faces the bay, and at this time of year I'd recommend getting on the treadmill at around 7am for the most incredible pink sunset. If I was a better blogger I would have been up shooting some outfits in front of it, but clearly my priorities are currently elsewhere!

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Fun things.

On our second day we headed to the Arts District for a quick coffee before our blow dries at the IGK salon. We popped in to a little place which I think is called OTL and they do really yummy food as well as a super tasty American style Lemonade (plus good coffees too of course). The cafe is really cute and I would highly recommend popping in if you're ever in the area.

Later on we had a picnic over on the grass at Winwood Walls. This area is AMAZING. Honestly such an awesome part of Miami. Imagine tonnes of walls with the most incredible art on them, and spray paint all over the side walks too! 

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IGK Salon.

Our blow dries at the IGK salon were pretty out of this world - my hair actually looked great for days after - and the whole in salon experience was just a dream. It had such a cool aesthetic - think industrial yet feminine. Every little detail was perfect and I could easily have spent another four hours in there soaking up the atmosphere. 

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The Products.

After spending so much time with IGK learning about their products this week, I've quickly solidified my absolute favourite and must have products. It's worth noting that they do everything really well, whether you need hydration or texture, they are there for you hun!

Now one of my absolute faves is mentioned below (keep on reading, don't give up on me just yet) but aside from that the Down & Out Dirty Spray is everything I've been dreaming on in a can. It adds grit and texture without being at all drying, immediately giving your fresh clean hair a second - third day feel depending on how much you use. Then you have the Intern Flexible Hairspray which is the most un-hairspray like hairspray I've ever used. No crisp hair, no grit, no heavy alcohol scent that makes you choke. It actually smells beautiful and holds your hair in place all whilst keeping it feeling like your natural hair.

Then we have the Rich Kid Coconut Oil Air-Dry Styler which I use to hydrate the ends of my hair and also through the lengths when air drying. It smells incredible and helps to keep my natural waves frizz free.

Shop IGK @ Space NK.

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The New Launch I'm Loving.

Whilst we were out in Miami the IGK team launched two new dry shampoos in addition to their beloved Jet Lag Dry Shampoo. The new additions are Direct Flight which is a medium cleanse dry shampoo, which is still invisible, texturising and volumising. Followed by First Class, which is a deep cleanse - perfect for those "Mahhhh ghad I should have washed my hair yesterday" days.

Shop IGK Dry Shampoo.

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17 Comments

  1. Neeltje | Thoughts in Style
    13 Feb 2018 / 6:45 pm

    Ah it looks amazing! I would love to go there 🙂 X
    http://www.thoughtsinstyle.com/

  2. Michela
    13 Feb 2018 / 7:53 pm

    I need to try the new dry shampoo 🙂
    Miki xx

    https://littletasteofbeauty.blogspot.it/

  3. Fatima
    13 Feb 2018 / 8:50 pm

    Stunning photos! love your products 🙂

    http://Fatima8450.blogspot.com

  4. Flo la vita
    14 Feb 2018 / 9:25 am

    All these photos are so dreamy! Xx

    www.flolavita.co.uk

  5. Lisa Autumn
    18 Feb 2018 / 9:57 am

    Oh it looks like you had the best time! I am so glad you are happy Suzie!

    xx Lisa | lisaautumn.com

  6. Ellenor | Champagne Lifestyle Blog
    19 Feb 2018 / 8:20 pm

    I’m so happy these products are available to purchase in the UK now 🙂

    http://www.champagne-lifestyle.com

  7. Abbie
    26 Feb 2018 / 9:59 pm

    I am so glad you had an amazing time! I watched your vlog and it literally looked like heaven, I have seriously jealousy! I’ve heard so much about these brands and I need to invest and take the plunge myself!
    Abbie x / www.abbwhi.com

  8. Brittany
    12 Mar 2018 / 9:43 pm

    I need to try those one of these days-the packaging looks fantastic and fun as well!

  9. Maria
    16 Mar 2018 / 2:13 am

    That hotel looks like a DREAM! Happy to hear you had a great time, and the products sound like something I need in my life right about now!

    Maria | The Chic Pursuit

  10. Charlotte
    25 Mar 2018 / 9:56 pm

    gorgeous pictures, looks like you had a very good time <3 also the products are looking interesting!

  11. Shalane
    26 Apr 2018 / 8:55 am

    Your photo’s are amazing. Looks like you had a great time in Miami.

  12. Melissa
    28 Apr 2018 / 8:35 pm

    These photos are dreamy !!

    xx

  13. Chloe
    17 May 2018 / 10:08 pm

    I have just come across your blog even after watching you on Youtube for a few years now. Your blog is beautiful, I love the current posts you have done in 2018!! Keep up the great work, you are doing amazing!!! XX

  14. Mariama Rebecca
    21 May 2018 / 7:01 pm

    Oh wow… Miami looks so much funnn. Your pics are incredible( that view of the pool is giving me swim in vibes).. Miami is another place on my bucket list to visit before I die lol 🙂

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE1mFizqQvcvTaYC4qEAIaA

  15. JSON formatter
    07 Jun 2018 / 4:56 am

    lovely!

  16. Jae
    25 Jun 2018 / 7:30 pm

    Beautiful photos! Looks like you had a blast there!
    Jae
    www.allthatjae.com

  17. Yasmin xo
    22 Jul 2018 / 1:04 am

    Your hair looks incredible, I really really want to visit Miami now, look absolutely incredible! Loved this post gal xx