It's the first official week of autumn! Cue much excitement from me. That seasonal magic gets me every time. This week I've been loving all the little signs that autumn has arrived: colder evenings, gorgeous produce and getting a spider's web stuck to my face every time I get my bike out in the ...
Wear bright pink and stop blending in
You can't disappear in a crowd when you're wearing bright fuchsia pink. It's impossible. I've shied away from pink for years. Too girly, not me, attention seeking... I like to blend in, it makes me feel safe. But here I am having a pink-coloured epiphany. I've worn it twice this ...
New season trends you already own or can buy second-hand
Fashion goes in cycles. You might not realise it, but you probably already have most of this autumn's must-have items lurking at the back of your wardrobe. And if you don't, you'll be able to find most of them in the charity shop. The key to being stylish is to wear these key pieces in new ways. ...
Make a wax jacket your best friend – featuring John Partridge & Co
A well-made wax jacket is a great thing. It'll keep you warm and dry in just about any storm life can throw at you. I was recently sent a lovely wax jacket by John Partridge & Co. All their wax jackets are handmade in Britain and if you look after them they should last you a lifetime. I love ...
Re-learn the art of good shopping with John Lewis & Partners
In 2018, fashion is fast and furious. Traditional department stores are struggling to capture our attention. Will there ever be a place for slow, considered shopping again? With just a few taps of your finger you can have that must-have piece from Instagram sitting in your online shopping ...