I’ve been meaning to visit the Castlefield artisan market (which is held outside Dukes92 every first Sunday of the month) ever since it started in October, but for one reason or another haven’t had the chance. I’d actually forgotten about it, but having seen something on Twitter this morning I decided on impulse to go … Continue reading Lovely local products at Castlefield artisan market
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
I’m not what you’d call experimental with makeup. I’m happy to test and try out all sorts of beauty products, but when it comes to makeup “looks” there is only so far I’ll go (although I do love my bright coral lip). However, I am intrigued by the eye and lip tattoos that are available … Continue reading Creative beauty looks – lip and eye tattoos
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'd forgotten about this until I went to make my cereal. Now I can go to work with a smile! Muppet sticker sets from Cravendale. For making breakfast more fun....
One thing to know about me is that I go to the theatre a lot, and I see an awful lot of professional and amateur productions every year. I enjoy most productions and can usually find good points in all of them; however, I don’t often take the time to blog about them. It takes … Continue reading Theatre Review: Oliver! at the Palace Theatre in Manchester
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!
So Christmas is over, and of course that means that I am seeing adverts for holidays all over the place! I haven’t even started thinking about where to go this year, but enjoyed reminiscing about a lovely holiday I enjoyed to Côte d'Azur the other year. We stayed in a lovely self-catering apartment in the … Continue reading Destination Nice
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