Today I attended the grand opening of the newly transformed TK Maxx store in Bury (Greater Manchester). I’m already big fan of TK Maxx, particularly for branded shoes and quirky homeware, and it’s my go-to place for unusual food items for creating food hampers to give as gifts. So I couldn’t turn down the chance … Continue reading Revamped TK Maxx store: purchases and wish list!
My jewellery obsession for the day is inspired by pieces from the new Marni at H&M collection, due to be released on 8th March. I'm loving big statement jewellery in general, particularly chunky chains and metal cuffs, but think that oversized plastic flowers can really add a kitsch yet funky edge to an outfit. Below are … Continue reading Jewellery edit: big plastic flowers
From top: Pumpkin Carriage Double Ring, £10 from Chelsea Doll. I’ve just discovered this online store, and they have some gorgeous and unusual rings (as well as other jewellery and accessories). This fairytale one is my current favourite. Faster by Mark Fast, ALDO Heeled Shoes, £125 from ASOS. ALDO has collaborated with three designer labels … Continue reading Wish list for the week
I can’t deny that I’m a little bit in love with the vintage-inspired jewellery and accessories at Rock ‘n Rose. With their pretty, quirky headwear and jewellery they are one of the most interesting jewellery brands around for me, and Pixie Lott has also named them as one of her favourites. I have just stumbled … Continue reading Quirky, creative headwear from Rock n Rose
For me January is fashion limbo. Now that Christmas and New Year are over I’ve had more than enough of sequins, jewel tones and black, but I’m also not quite ready for the pastels, brights and prints that I’m looking forward to for Spring/Summer. Somehow this makes me feel as though I have nothing to wear … Continue reading Shift dresses: wear now and keep for spring!
Today I visited the town of Ramsbottom to visit both the farmers market and also to see the Black Pudding Throwing Championship. Thanks to my parents for clueing me up on this one! This traditional event, which involves aiming black puddings at Yorkshire puddings balanced on high platforms to knock them off, is meant to … Continue reading Markets, trinkets and Northern traditions
On Monday I travelled to Liverpool to take part in the “Jacques Townhouse” event – a promotional event for the summer which had run in London before moving up to Liverpool for two weeks. The setting was a large townhouse festively decorated with flowers, bric a brac, parasols, fruit garlands, ornamental bird cages,vintage travel trunks, bunting … Continue reading A whimsical evening at Jacques Townhouse
I cannot allow another moment to pass without putting my love for Next shoes into writing. After searching online all week and trudging round town on Saturday afternoon, I finally found the ideal pair of shoes for Rosso restaurant’s opera night – and (no surprise) they were from Next. Whether you need a stylish pair … Continue reading A lot of love for Next Shoes
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