One of my new years resolutions was was to start making my own clothes. I have a sewing machine and I know how to work it, but Ive not yet attempted anything as complicated as clothing. Tradition pat...
For Valentines Day this year my boyfriend and I decided to stay in to celebrate our first V-Day since getting engaged. Sorry to be all soppy - especially for those bah-humbug types out there who thin...
Ive been a fan of Ayten Gassons beautiful lingerie forever. Using vintage patterns and silk she handcrafts the prettiest knickers youve ever seen. And now Ayten has launched a range of eco lingerie u...
This was my outfit on Sunday - a lazy day where the only really reason to get dresses was to pop to the supermarket to by a bottle of wine! I spent the rest of the day catching up on blogs, readying ...
Did you notice it snowed the other day...and its been really really cold, did anyone mention that? Clearly, everyone has been talking about the weather recently and with good reason. It has been bloo...
I cooked these Japanese style tofu fritters for lunch at the weekend. They were based on a BBC Good Food recipe that my mum send me a link too. As a veggie, I am totally in love with tofu and this re...
Elegant, affordable and ethical. Greek born, London based designer Sophia Kokosalaki is releasing her first collection for ASOS any day now and I am in love. My name is even on the waiting list - yes...
These pictures were taken just over a week ago (I know, Ive been bad a taking photos recently). It was my boyfriends birthday and we were spending the day with loads of friends in our favourite local...
Being into fashion is expensive. I could easily spend obscene amounts on clothes each month if I was left to my own devises (and didnt have bills and rent to pay). I dont have lots of money and since...
Ok, so I know this is a hard sell, but trust me.Brussel Sprouts and Tofu, slightly adapted from Yotam Ottolenghis wonderful book Plenty, was amazing. I have to say that I already love both the sprout...
So I have just finished my second week of the South Beach Diet, that means I have successfully completed Phase 1!Phase 1 is quiet hardcore - no carbs, no sugar (including fruit) and no alcohol, but I...
I just got my hair cut and highlighted! Ive gone from blond to super-blond!Also the end of my fair hair had been so damaged from all the bleaching when my hair went from being red, a couple of years ...
Ive had a really busy week this week so havent done as many South Beach catch ups as I would have liked But I thought I would do a quick post on last weekend. My days 6 and 7 on the South Beach Diet ...
Today is my 6th day on the South Beach Diet, which means I am nearly half way through phase 1. I have to say I do feel super-healthy and I think not drinking is a bit part of that - though I have to ...
Its been ages since I did an outfit post, but I love this outfit (and I thought I should take a break from all that Diet talk) - it makes me feel like a Russian princess. That is the look I try to go...
One of my new years resolutions was to get back into my healthy eating habits. Now, I dont want to loose much weight, but over the last couple of years it has crept up and my clothes are just a littl...
I wont be blogging every day of my my new healthy eating regime (although it probably is pretty helpful for keeping me on track to do updates regularly!)- however I made a recipe for breakfasts that ...
Hello 2012! I hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year, I certainly did.Last night we had friends round our house for a little party and it was really fun. Ive never seen as many empty champa...
Just browsing Etsy, I came across this beautiful leather collared dress from Egle Liberyte. I love the simple style of it, the edgy detailing. It is oh so cool.Egle Liberyte only has a few pieces up ...
Tis the season to be jolly. In four days it is my birthday, quickly followed by Christmas and New Years Eve. I really love this time of year - it is definitely a time for celebrating. Celebrations of...
This is a perfect Christmas recipe for vegetarians, though all will love it. I made it to take to a Christmas meal that my friend was hosting. I was the only vegetarian so offered to help out and bri...
Its beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!Ive been getting ever-so crafty this year in the run up to Christmas. I love this time of year and there is no better way to get in a festive mood than by m...
If you follow me on twitter you may have seen this photo already, but I have to share it again....I just got engaged!The ring is from 1963, 18 carat gold with a large garnet and cluster of diamonds. ...
Ive been thinking for a while that Id like to diversify what I feature on my blog. I love fashion, but it is no means my only (or instead biggest) passion. I did a craft post the other day, but what ...
On Saturday night, I was lucky enough to be invited to the Anniversary party. Ive been to a few Aussie parties before and they are always amazing. This one might have been the best yet!The best part ...
I saw this autumn leaf bouquet DIY project on Design Sponge the other day and have been dying to have a go at making my own ever since. I love having fresh, seasonal flowers in the house and this is ...
One of my favourite things to do on a sunday is to go to Brick Lane. These photos were taken a couple o weeks ago on one such trip. The Sunday Upmarket is one of my favourite shopping experiences - I...
I love my vintage, however even I have to admit that often the retro boutiques in London are full of nasty, misshapen and worn out dresses that were probably never in style and definitely arent any m...
So. Ive bee absent again. Works has been very busy (in a very amazing and exciting way) and Ive started a new fitness regime that means Im going to the gym 4 times a week, and you know - sometimes re...
Lets Have a Party! Its the summer! Im going on holiday soon! I bought an orange dress on ebay! These are some of my current reasons to celebrate (yes, an orange dress - I never wear such colourful st...
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