No matter what’s happening in your life, or the world, you can always turn to a good book for comfort or inspiration. Here’s everything I’ve read over the last month… The Cactus by Sarah Haywood Susan likes to keep her life in order and emotional attachments are definitely not on the agenda. ...
The Weekend Edit
Hello weekend! Here's everything you need to feel inspired: laid-back breakfasts, garden open days and a weekend playlist. Super laid-back mornings Lazy weekend mornings will always be my favourite time of the week. They're so precious, and when I get a chance to enjoy one I grab it with both ...
Eco Notes for June
My new monthly round-up of eco friendly news, products and reviews... Plastic-free shopping feels like it's getting easier Have you noticed that more and more shops are cottoning on to plastic-free shopping? It's still an uphill struggle, but it's pleasing to see change. My favourite recent ...
Long hair to short hair
You may have noticed I've just got my long hair cut into a bob. My giant mane of thick hair felt like a security blanket: feminine, swishy and comforting. But life goes in cycles, and inevitably I began to wonder: should I get my long hair cut short again? Crowning glory? The state of my hair ...
The Boden spotty trousers of dreams
Got a special occasion coming up? The Carrick wide-legged trousers by Boden are showstoppers that'll turn heads and win you admirers. Here's why I love them... Fun and flirty Think trousers are too stiff and formal for summer events? The Carrick trousers definitely aren't. The soft silky ...
The Weekend Edit
Another bank holiday! I could easily get used to this. Here's everything I'll be doing over the long weekend... The only cake I need in my life It's always nice to have cake in the house, especially over the long weekend. The only cake I really need in my life is a simple Victoria Sandwich ...
Everything I love at M&S right now
Marks and Spencer have fast become one of my favourite fashion destinations. The new M&S Collection has dropped and its full of the most amazing pieces for late spring and early summer. Simple, wearable pieces that look amazing and have completely reasonable price tags. Here's everything I ...
An Easter break in Budapest
April is a wonderful time to visit Budapest. The city was warm, friendly and inviting – full of spring blooms, sunshine and good coffee. The warmth wasn't just from the lovely spring weather, it was the city was welcoming us with open arms. We felt so at home, and it was an incredibly easy and ...
Easy style: the button through midi skirt
If you want easy elegance look no further than a simple button through midi skirt. It goes with everything and will take you anywhere you want to go – from school run and work to an afternoon in the pub garden (my personal favourite). I picked up this rust coloured skirt in Bonmarché for ...
How to be a confident cyclist
You can have all the gear in the world, but the real key to being a confident and safe cyclist is adopting the right state of mind. It takes a little practice, but it's easier that you might think. You've got a right to be on the road The first lesson in confident cycling will always be to ...
The Weekend Edit
Follow my blog with Bloglovin FANCY SOME WEEKEND INSPIRATION? HERE’S MY LIST OF THINGS TO DO, SEE, WEAR AND EAT… Enjoy some seasonal asparagus British asparagus is in the shops again! I refuse to eat imported asparagus, and relish enjoying it when it's in season. There's a lot grown near me ...
My home style: the secret to a cosy eclectic home
My house is a patchwork of all the things I love most. A mix of old and new; maximalist and minimalist; things I treasure and things that are useful. If I had to pin down my style it would be cosy eclectic. Although it’s not really a style I’m after at all, it’s a feeling. Cosy and welcoming, with ...