What is a high street collab? I hear you ask. Well, it's basically a mini collection from your favourite store featuring a designer you wouldn't normally be able to afford, a celeb or fancy influencer – or maybe even a cartoon character. Always a gimmick, but also always worth a look. Here's three ...
OCTOBER BOOKSHELF
This has been a great month for reading. Cosy evenings and a week's holiday means I have a bumper edition of book reviews for you. There's quite a selection, so I hope you find something you love. Remember, time spent reading is always time well spent. Living with Coco Chanel by Caroline ...
Home Notes for October
Autumn is upon us and the nights are drawing in. It's time to pull up your drawbridge and turn your home into a soft, feathery nest. Comfort is key. Feather the nest There's always room for one more cushion and throw in my life. The nicest I've seen so far are from Urban Outfitters. Here's a ...
THE HAT EDIT
A good hat has the potential to make or break your day. Ear warmer, hair saviour, style statement – however you wear it, it's an autumn essential. Here are my favourites... Rain hat, £12.99, Zara RAIN HAT Will it ever stop raining? I’m not sure. But I do know that this wet, dreich weather ...
FLAPJACK FOR AUTUMN WALKS
This week I was sent a flapjack recipe from an old 1970s Be-Ro book. It’s the most fabulously retro bake – fudgy, chewy and crunchy. Don’t be alarmed by the slightly unconventional recipe – it’s worth it. This makes enough to fill a small 20cm x 20cm square tin. If you’d rather do a big tray, ...