Today, I got up bright and early and spent more than I should have at Boots. I just can't resist. Every time I come to the UK, I find myself like a kid in a candy store at Boots. I stocked up on their hand creams, body lotions, bath gels, and pretty much every thing else beauty related.

Next stop was Cow. Having heard that I'm a huge shopper, the Crookes suggested that I hit Cow, a vintage shop on West Street. The shop is well-organized and has a nice selection of boots, belts, and bags. I found an amazing brass belt with huge grommets and tiny studs.

Now, that I was fully freshened up and accessorized, we headed to the High Green area in Sheffield where the Arctic Monkeys grew up and still reside. So much incredible greenery on the ride there! The other place that the Arctic Monkeys suggested that we drop by was the Yellow Arch Studios in Neepsend where they have recorded and spend relaxing practice sessions at.

Since the afternoon was still sunny, we dropped by the Botanical Gardens (right by Sheffield University) where the autumn leaves are in full-force, as well as the Winter Gardens which is just beside our hotel.

Tonight, we end our Sheffield jaunt at the Bat for Lashes gig at the Octagon.

Trip Info:

• Sheffield Botanical Gardens: www.sbg.org.uk
• Winter Gardens: www.sheffield.gov.uk
• Sheffield University: www.sheffield.ac.uk
• Yellow Arch Studios: www.yellowarch.com