I've been an avid shopper and follower of preloved luxury shopping for a number of years but recently I've been struck by just how far the industry has come. I'm exploring why second hand shopping may have finally got they upper hand. Read more
It's no secret I LOVE my Dior Ultra Black Diorama. I have endlessly raved about it endlessly. I truly believe every girl needs a bag with black hardware so I've put together a rundown of options to suit every budget. Read more
Since kicking off my “fashion challenge” for 2020 I’ve been trying to decipher ways I can make my wardrobe work harder. It's important to me not to continually push buy, buy, buy on this blog, so this is some of the ways I'm changing my approach to buying and owning clothes. Read more
I know I sound like a broken record but having great quality, classic pieces in your wardrobe is so much better than burning your way through an abundant amount of fast-fashion. If you’re looking to build an iconic and timeless capsule wardrobe, these are 5 luxury fail-safes you’ll never regret buying. Read more
I pined after the Acne Studios Velocite jacket for many years before I finally owned one. Those that know about this coat, are more than aware, the ripple effect it has had on the fashion world. It has been copied and duped by everyone from top-end luxury brands to premium to high street labels. So, the question remains, despite being the ultimate trendsetter, is it worth the hype (and major price tag)? Read more
Thanks to science, the media and activists around the world, we’ve become far more considerate about the way we consume. Over the years I’ve been taking little steps to be kinder to our planet but I’m finally at a stage where I want to do more. This year I’ve decided to set myself a challenge to help me become more considered in my purchases and whims. Read more
We’re still in the first full week of a new year (and a new decade!), so hopefully, it’s not too late to take one final look back at 2019. Every year for as long as I’ve had this blog, I’ve done a rundown of my yearly favourites across multiple categories. So, keeping with tradition, here it is for 2019 and boy, did I discover some great things this year. Read more
2020 is about to bring some big changes. Most notably, I’ll be moving into a new house. Since mid-September, I’ve been renovating a property in West Sussex. I plan to share the whole journey on the blog, so if you're into home and interior design, this is the series for you! Read more
I recently spent a hefty sum of money on a skincare line which promised big results and it taught me a huge lesson about big skincare promises. Read more
Great fashion is wearing the items you feel most comfortable in. It's not about having the most expensive or "on trend" pieces and this £16 skirt is the perfect example of that. It's my go-to for almost any occasion when I want to look and feel great but also be comfortable. Read more
If you're ever thinking of visiting Bali then this is a post worth reading. I'm sharing my experiences and the differences between staying in a hotel or Airbnb. Read more
When it comes to makeup I have strong opinions on how I like it; less is more and I’m all about a dewy finish. So, it’s bizarre and totally out of character that I went through a phase of buying full coverage foundations towards the end of last year. Read more
Autumn officially has arrived and I've decided to dress a little differently this season, instead of reaching for all my usual muted earth tones, I'm chasing the rainbow with bright and bold pieces to keep me cheery throughout the upcoming grey weather. Read more
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A little over a year ago I shared that I was renovating a house. The global pandemic and resulting lockdown meant my boyfriend and I had a lot more time to finish it. Given it's 90% complete, I thought it was high time for an update. Read more
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