I always find it fascinating that London has such an incredible mixture of history and tradition in the face of modernity and constant change. Stand at the gates of Tower of London and you will come face-to-face with the ancient walls and in the same eye line, stare at the Shard, the Walkie-Talkie and Heron […]
The best way to see a city
I’ve started a new job Victoria in the last few weeks and it’s such a fantastic location for seeing the sights of London. Yes, I might have lived here for nearly four years but I never get tired of the beauty, architecture and the history of this great city. It’s a dream come true to […]
The Gagosian Gallery: Avendon/Warhol
Who wants the truth? That’s what show business is for – to prove that it’s not what you are that counts, it’s what they think you are. – Andy Warhol If there’s one thing that I urge you to do over the next few weeks, it’s to visit this incredible collection of paintings and canvases […]
Blighty Coffee
Take a closer look at Blighty Coffee on Blackstock Road, Finsbury Park and you’ll enter a buzzing atmosphere of chat, creativity, community spirit and most importantly, great coffee! A lovely waitress explained why the coffee house is such a hub of activity. “There’s a real sense of community here. There’s always so many things happening, we […]
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 […]
Tuesday favourites
This is a very short post to share what put me in a good mood today! Beautiful daffodils SUQQU Moist Flow Lotion to ease tired winter skin A divine leopard print clutch from Topshop What’s on your list? xx
Think Big
For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice”. ― T.S Eliot, Four Quartet I’m a big fan of New Year and the feeling of looking ahead and making plans. What I’m not a big fan of is over ambitious resolutions that cause stress and dreaded guilt rather […]
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 […]
The Fabric of India at the V&A
Running as part of the V&A India Festival until 10 January, The Fabric of India exhibition is a must-see for fashion, textile and design lovers. Walk through the doors and you will be met by a riot of colour and a fabulous showcase of the creative talent, tradition and painstaking labour and skill that goes into […]
Refuel at the Soho Hotel
Refuel Bar at the Soho Hotel is my refuge in buzzing Soho. I was first introduced to it when I attended a fabulous blogger workshop run by the beautiful and inspiring Antonia Mariconda last year. I loved the vibe of the hotel. The décor throughout the hotel is gorgeous – think plush chairs, clashing patterns […]