Leyla Hussein, owner of BLOOM of the BLOCK has literally just turned over a new leaf in life and launched her own florist and styling business. I caught up with this inspirational talent to pick her brains about being her own boss and to hear more about her striking graphic approach to styling plants and […]
Shopping
Rachel Jackson London – I want it all!
I’ve fallen in love with Rachel Jackson’s jewellery. Simple as! Along with her to die for pieces, I really connect with Rachel’s can-do attitude and this mantra that she lives by from her website… ‘She believed she could so she did’ Rachel left a career in the music industry behind and started designing jewellery at […]
Inspiring places…
One of the places that I never cease to get energy from is Brick Lane, Redchurch Street, Box Park and wider Shorditch. Here are some of the things that made me stop in my tracks this week. The first image above is from street artist known as Stik. His work is really important as Stik’s pieces stand […]
Print happy
It’s that time of year again! The joy of finding places for Christmas presents. My family and other half know me too well when it comes to gorgeous gifts! Candles, perfume, books, great mascara…and beautiful prints! I had a pretty good haul right? Here are two of the latest editions to join the line-up in […]
Top trunks
Next time you think about adding some home wares or furniture to your flat, my top tip is instead of making a mad-dash to Ikea (although I will never hear a bad word said about this affordable home ware wonderland), look closer to home. London is literally bursting at the seams with affordable, good quality […]
Top tips for Shorditch and Brick Lane
I love getting out of the tube at Liverpool Street Station and having to weave my way through throngs of people to get to the escalators. It can be quite a gauntlet to run but trust me, once you get above ground it’s so worth it! One of the best ways to see this area […]
Get tickled pink
This shop is literally a delight. It’s a bit like stepping into a genie’s cave to be faced with an array of twinkling jewels and trinkets, not to mention a high-end selection of beauty products, clothing, jewellery and unique gifts. The ladies working in the shop were as vibrant and fun as the items found […]
Rodial STEMCELL super-food glam balm
This plumping lip balm has come just in the nick of time after a week spent in a combination of air con, humidity and snatched minutes in the sun. My skin and lips have been a bit neglected to say the least! The thick luxurious balm with stem cells, 3D filling spheres and rose wax […]
What women want from make-up
Ever wondered what beauty products and make-up women swear by or wouldn’t set food outside the house without? I asked a number of beauty lovers to separate the bad slap from the good stuff and tell me what makes them part with hard earned cash again and again. Strongest brand presence There was an overwhelming positive […]
Style never goes out of fashion
I was on my way to Ropewalk Market in Bermondsey when I was stopped in my tracks by the gorgeous dresses inside Susie Stone’s British bespoke womenswear. I was with my Mom, a fellow style magpie and we’re always on the lookout for new labels and something a bit different. We couldn’t resist a look […]