...my fashion week cherry that is. I had been warned that it might be a little bit overwhelming. That anyone who said theyd just thrown on their outfit that morning would be lying through their ...
mmmm.I do love breakfast. And the Breakfast Club does quite possibly the best breakfast out. The boy and I are regulars at the Angel branch, tucking into plates piled high with pancakes and dripping ...
I picked up this gorgeous 1920s bracelet from Camden Passage this weekend. I love the feel of the chunky brass, and the intricate engraving is gorgeous. Now, Im no expert on antiques, but for £1...
Ive recently become a little obsessed with making granola. In fact, several friend s, family and significant others may have received the fruits of my labour under their christmas tree last ...
The last couple of months seem to have passed in a blur. As youll be able to tell from my archives, things have been pretty hectic - a haze of placements, applications, and the odd intervie...
In the run up to Chritsmas, the boy and I made a sneaky getaway to Cornwall for some sun, sea (snow) and artery-clogging action. Our trip didnt get off to the best of starts when we discovered that ...
Merry Christmas to all my readers. Im looking forward to a day of eating to excess, drinking mulled wine, over-competitive board game playing, and the mandatory christmas argument. Well it wouldnt be...
Lacey wedges, Bertie, £120Like most people I know, this season Ive been on the hunt for the perfect pair of black wedges. Uber gleek Jen of The Style Crusader has been sporting Mentors fine...
Yves Saint Laurent Arty Ring, £115, Net-a-Porter; Toast Eva Snood, £95; Jamies 30 Minute Meals, £26; Sweaty Betty Reflective Arm Blink, £14; Korres Fig Body Butter, 16,80 euro; Toywatch Time Only...
I love cake. Afternoon tea is possibly my favourite meal of the day. The lemon and pistachio polenta cake at Ottolenghi has got to be up there among the best. In fact, all their cakes are like miniat...
The whole Barbour thing is nothing new. Alexa et al have been rocking the look for a couple of years now. Once the domain of sloane rangers and the seriously outdoorsy, now the Barbour is packing a p...
So there’s a chill in the air, Starbucks is back in red cups and the Pret Christmas sandwich has arrived – it’s officially my favourite time of year. Much as I am a complete and utter sun junky, I lo...
Yesterday I took style inspiration from a one year old. Ive been eying up my not-quite-nieces cream ribbed tights for a wee while now, and just had to get myself a (somewhat larger) pair.BUT. The loo...
Gap has kind of been rocking my world recently. It all started with a thirty per cent off voucher and this work appropriate (since one day I do hope to have a job) skirt. Then, I ...
The Behaviour of Moths, Poppy AdamsThe Behaviour of Moths, Poppy AdamsI read this a wee while ago, and I though it was pretty super. The novel is told in the flat voice of Ginny, a woman who has devo...
Last weekend was the boys nieces first birthday party so I put my new-found bakin skills back into action.Everything was suitably pink and yummy.Ah for the days when wrapping paper seemed like t...
So its October and that means Im officially back in tights. Its early enough for me to still love this time of year, with conkers and piles of leaves that havent quite turned to mulch... Anyway, Im f...
Two of my friends had a frankly awesome Gaga-themed housewarming last night. There was leopard print, leather, lace, studs, big eyelashes and lots and lots of red lipstick...One word: fierce.
Last weekend I tootled over to France to visit my little brother for his 21st. (OK, so hes not quite so little any more...)We ate. A lot. This tart au citron caught my eye. If I were French, I think ...
So, as you know, I find fairtrade fashion kind of exciting. And, with Paris Fashion Week hosting its sixth Ethical Fashion Show, being ethical has never been cooler. I recently stumbled acr...
Its national cupcake week. Whod have thought it. So, Ive been bakin. Made these YUMMY Hummingbird Bakery vanilla cupcakes the other day, and, while they may not be *quite* as beautiful as the Humming...
Brogues, Kate Kanzier; Socks, Topshop; Shorts, vintage; Stripy top, Gap; Jacket, BarbourIts not quite autumn yet so much as Im looking forward to it, my tights-ban cant be lifted for a few more weeks...
6.15am. The car is un-packed, coffee is still too hot, and my family are running around the house looking for stray flip flops, the new beach mat, and phone chargers. My mum has sprained her ankle, m...
Images from style.com The cool girl has moved on to be uncool. In an interview with grazia a couple of weeks ago, Lazaro Hernandez and Jake McCullogh (better known as the boys behind Proenza Schouler...
Now. I know Im not supposed to say this. But. Im kind of looking forward to autumn. Dont get me wrong, Im a bit of a sun junky. I love long, lazy summer days. When the sun shines in England it really...
A couple of days ago I went to see Moira Buffinis Welcome to Thebes at the National. It was pretty much ah may zing. Greek tragedy, set in a contemporary African state trying to rebuilt itself after ...
Spent the weekend stuffing my face and lusting after vintage buys around Brick Lane. The food is insane. My mouth was literally watering for about four hours.mmmmmmmmmm.
Wide and swooshy,slim and tight,daytime cool orhot at night.Layered up oron its own,with sunglassesand an ice-cream cone.Leather jackets,wooden shoes,youre the pieceI always choose.You make my wardro...
The Worishofer is nothing new. The German sandal has been made since the 40s and has long been a granny staple. But. These little cork wedges are starting to crop up on slightly younger feet...Yes, I...
The boy and I spent the weekend being cultural on South Bank, museuming, ice cream-eating, strolling and sunning.Well, I say museuming.The boy and I differ somewhat over what a good cultural excursio...
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