My Sentimental Heart

A few weekends ago, I popped along to the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show, taking place just a stone's throw away from the imposing Tudor Palace on the banks of the River Thames. With my new found penchant for gardening, I eagerly booked some tickets to take advantage of the countless stalls and…

Although styling outfits and getting dressed up is without a doubt one of my favourite pastimes, sometimes it's true that all you want to do is cosy up in some casual basics. With the weather still on the rather warm side, recently I've found myself wearing a fairly steady rotation of old …

I've mentioned in a few previous posts that I'm something of a self confessed jewellery junkie, and over the years I've amassed quite a collection (three jewellery boxes, four ring holders and two necklace racks!) of pretty pieces which I wear on a pretty steady rotation. Having said t…

When it comes to summer staples, the printed trouser is probably one of my most reached-for pieces. Over the last couple of years I've amassed quite a collection, and now I've got so many favourites which I tend to reach for instinctively when the weather gets warmer. From season to season…

After the heatwave which we had at the end of last week, I'm sure I'm not the only one who was longing to escape to the seaside, if only to cool down! With the summer holidays just creeping over the horizon, my thoughts are already turning to the prospect of the beach, although the closest…

Although I've just had a very overdue haircut, for the last few years I've been a member of the long lock love-in. My hair as it is at the moment is the shortest I've had it in a while, but keeping things easy to care for during this hit weather has proven to be a super-wise decision. …

One of my favourite things about the arrival of summer is being able to rummage through my wardrobe and unearth some old favourites. Whilst my shorts and swimwear are firmly confined to the 'holiday clothes' draw (I don't think the commuters on the District line would much appreciate s…

If you're a regular reader of these pages, then you'll be well aware of the fact that I'm a huge fan of Whistles. Since my first post about them back in 2010 (!), I've become an avid peruser of their collections from season to season, saving up my pennies to make a few star purchas…

As far as fragrance is concerned, I'm generally a bit of a boring Belinda and tend to routinely repurchase the same thing over and over again. I'll never forget my first foray into perfume- trekking through the hallowed halls of the sadly now closed down Allders in Croydon with my mum, hap…

About a week or so ago, Elodie and I popped along to a very special event to celebrate the 21st birthday of Oliver Bonas. Olly's House had been set up in the heart of bustling Soho, and as well as housing a feast of tea and cake shaped indulgences, the space also showcased all that Oliver Bona…

Summer summer summer tiiiime! Synonymous with beach breaks, relaxation and getting to grips with a good book from the comfort of your sun lounger. Or, if you're stranded in the city for the duration, the polar opposite of all of the above. In my twenty four years of living in Britain, I've…

I know, I know- another post all about skincare! After sharing my magic top three products with you a few weeks ago, I thought I'd cracked a winning day to day routine, but I just couldn't resist telling you all about another favourite which is rapidly climbing the 'most regularly reac…

Anyone who knows me well will tell you that my number one passion in life is, without a doubt, food. The majority of my day to day routine is planned around meals, I love taking the time to enjoy a good eat. However, having a little bit of a topsy turvy working schedule means that I usually have t…