Sun, sand and baby - 27 weeks

I'm not normally in the habit of posting on a Sunday. It is the day of rest after all. Not here though, since it's officially the start of the working week. However, I still blog according to the...

Bump Style and Maternity tips

I feel a little let down by the maternity world as far as fashion goes. Its hard to find stylish pieces that aren't frumpy or overpriced, which is why I opted for mostly non-maternity for the...

Whats your Zodiac sign?

Can you believe its April already? Did March even happen?? Anyone would think I've had the baby by now, seeing as I haven't blogged in over a month.Well, I have not. Still preggos, but getting very...

Valentines inspiration

{Image via Recipe here } Glitter heart sugar cookies..... mmmm, gimme! The loveliest day of the year is approaching, so if you're looking for some v-day inspiration or a hint for your loved one ;)...

Letters to baby Craig ~ #1

When we found out we were pregnant we rushed to the book store {obviously}. As well as all the 'must-reads' I bought a pregnancy journal so that I could write my own thoughts and feelings down,...

Beatrix potter at Baby Gap

I don't normally post twice in one day, but I had to share with you this gorgeous children's collection inspired by Beatrix Potter that is available at Gap as we speak. A childhood classic and one...

Black tie and pregnant // 23 weeks

This weekend the hubby and I attended a black tie event in celebration of Rabbie Burns night. It was our first Burns supper here in the UAE and it was such a great night, we actually forgot that we...

Pumped up kicks

Giuseppe Zanotti // Topshop // Monika ChiangAsos // Forever 21 // Monika Chiang Monika Chiang // Vince Camuto // Ash Whether they are 'your thing' or not, high tops or sneaker wedges are walking...

Weekend roundup // Birthday bump

22 weeks pregnant: wearing dress by Reiss // jewelry: J.Crew // Shoes: DVF This weekend I celebrated my birthday. Last January we had only been in the country for 2 months and didn't know anyone...

Flashback // 2012 in pictures

{2013 print by the gorgeous Stephanie Sterjovski} Before I get truly stuck into this amazing year ahead, I wanted to cast my mind back over 2012 to appreciate all of the great things that took...

this year

Leave the past exactly where it is - behind you. Don't worry about the future.Be present and live in the moment ...or you might just miss something in this wonderful life. Now is all there is....

2013 - a better you

{image via, words by Joyce Meyer} New years eve has always been just an 'average' night to me. New years day however, is always a real minefield of emotions. I always feel there is a quiet and...

Christmas wrapping DIY

I don't know about you, but I can rarely ever find wrapping paper at christmas time that I really like. You have to either buy it by the sheet, which is pretty expensive if you have a lot of gifts...

words for the weekend

{photo taken on honeymoon in Alaska) Some uplifting words for the weekend, in light of all the horrifying recent events. I absolutely adore Ann Voskamp. She has a beautiful way with words and a big...

Christmas gift guide: Stocking fillers

1 - Chanel2 - jcrew3 - jcrew4 - Thorntons5 - Alexander McQueen6 - Aromatherapy Associates7 - Tweety speakers8 - Chantecaille9 - jcrew10 - jcrew11 - Hotel Chocolat12 - jcrew13 - Tory Burch 14 -...

When the chocolate hits the fan!

Not everything around here is glitter and gold all the time. Here is the scene in our house this morning: 6:30am - Bo wakes up early to take pup out for a walk before work to let me sleep in. Aw,...

Christmas gift guide: for the ladies in your life

1 - Bamford 2 - Charmaleena // 3 - Capulet // 4 - Topshop // 5 - Kate Spade // 6 - Philosophy Here are some of my top picks for this christmas. Some inspiring gift ideas for the best friends/...

How to: Have the perfect christmas tree

I was never intending on doing a Christmas tree post since it never occurred to me what I could actually write on it, but my friend recommended that I do one as a sort of tutorial, on the basis...

Monte Carlo

Incase you're thinking, 'man she is dragging out this engagement story', I will spare you. This is actually more of a travel post, just to showcase some of the sights and delights of MC that I...

words for the weekend

{Photograph taken last Christmas} A quote to start your advent off right! Have a great weekend and happy first of the month!xoxo

Have a Mini Mani Christmas!

Looking for something a little more glamourous than chocolate behind your advent doors this year? Why not count down the days until Christmas with Ciatés ingenious nail treat advent calendar,...

Engagement story part 2

Biting on a Parmesan lollipop amuse-bouche. Yes, if I had known he was going to propose I would have run a brush through my mane... and maybe painted my nails.Oh well. He still asked me! To begin...

Engagement story Part 1

This morning I have been completely preoccupied dealing with press emails and other boring work related things. Then when I came to blogging this afternoon, I realised I hadn't actually shared any...

Spotlight on: Lya Lya

It's unlikely you've heard of this new designer, unless you live in the united arab emirates. I first came across the new name a couple of months ago while at a fashion event in Dubai and since...

words for the weekend

We bought a zoo

Meet Roxy. She's the fifth member (ohmycrazy) of the Craig family and she is super cute, super playful and super mischievous all rolled into one. She is keeping us on our toes as well as our 2...

How I wore it:: Baby shower - boy or girl?

This weekend I had a 'gender reveal' baby shower to attend. My friend had found out what she was having, but wanted to keep it a surprise. I was certain she was going to have a girl, but when the...

Back for good.... and with a whole new name :)

Hello. My names Louise. Its been 3 months since my last blog session..... 3 months! I apologise to my readers and would like to tell you (incase you were worried about me) that I have not given up...

4th July

Missing blogger alert. I seem to have disappeared. I am alive - that, I can confirm. I flew back into Edinburgh on Friday and since then, its been all go. We only have 15 days left until our...

Indulgence Divine:: Vittoriosa, Malta

Indulgence Divine - that is the actual name of this holiday residence. May as well be explicit: It is indulgent and it is divine. I basically got holiday envy the minute my brother sent me the link...