I've found myself investing in more practical items recently - pieces that don't get my heart racing when I buy them but I know are going to be a pleasure to wear and that will have greater longevity in my wardrobe. A few things I've bought are upgrades/replacements of what I already have. For example, … Continue reading Summer Staples
I am such a convert to dresses for the Summer. As soon as the weather starts to get warmer I seem to add a few new ones to my wardrobe. Over the years I have amassed quite a collection but I get so much wear out of them I don't tend to suffer from buyer's … Continue reading Summer Dresses 2019
Oh dear, temptation seems to be knocking on the door by way of the private sales invitations landing in my inbox. I think my already weakening resolve could crash and burn in this instance. Matches has also started its private sale which is 30% and Browns Fashion has up to 50% off so I'll add … Continue reading The Private Sales
Coming into a season where you don't need so many layers is always a relief, particularly as I love prints and prints are always more accessible and easy to wear in the warmer months. As much as I like layering and am not afraid to mix things up, in the Spring it doesn't require so much … Continue reading Spring Prints
By the time Easter comes around I'm desperate for a holiday. This time we're going to Seville, Spain and once again my hubby has insisted we go with hand luggage only (eye-roll). I therefore need to be particularly savvy in the packing department and looking at the weather forecasts, this is going to be a … Continue reading Packing for Seville 🇪🇸
I have to confess, that I started writing a 'wishlist' edit and then quickly realised practically everything on it was an accessory. They really are my weak-spot. Particularly bags and earrings. This Spring/Summer there are some amazing pieces around and I know I said I was trying to be good but I have failed miserably … Continue reading Spring/Summer Accessories
I've got to that age and wardrobe capacity where the cyclical nature of fashion means each season I can dip into the back of the closet and pull out some key pieces that can be revived once again. As I'm attempting to buy less this year (which, by the way, I'm finding ridiculously hard) I'm … Continue reading Wardrobe Revivals
By the time we get to January & February in the UK, I'm pretty fed up with Winter dressing but there are some style 'rules' that I tend to stick too, to get me through: 1. Invest in great coats and knitwear. Now is a great time to add coats and knitwear to your wardrobe if … Continue reading Winter Style Guide
Wow! Where did 2018 go? I didn't even write my party-wear post!Although in truth I stuck to my all-time classic of black fitted trousers/J Brand leather pants and silk shirt variations. As for the sales - I've only bought two things, which I'm feeling rather angelic about. I've decided that I need to be more … Continue reading Winter Sales Picks
My love for accessories continues no matter the time of year and the festive season always brings with it some extra sparkle. Accessories also make great gifts for the women in your life hence why I've also called this a gift guide (plus I couldn't help adding in a few coffee table books and beauty … Continue reading The Accessories Edit/Gift Guide
