Clothing choices play a significant role in shaping not only one’s personal style but also the environmental landscape. The fast-paced nature of the fashion industry often leads to a concerning byproduct: a staggering amount of textile waste. In a sense, each piece of discarded garment contributes to the global waste problem. However, there lies an […]
A Classic Outfit For a Classic Watch + Style With a Smile Link Up
Hello friends, I hope you’re week is going well. We have milder weather currently after a few very cold days. I managed to slip over on the ice last week and bash my knee…landing face down in the gutter at 8am was not a dignified way to start the day! However, it ended on a […]
Tips For Planning Your First Skiing Holiday
While we’re all busy getting ready for Christmas, another exciting prospect awaits…ski season! If you’ve already booked a trip or are thinking of taking the plunge, I’ve got some tips for planning your first skiing holiday. This time last year we were making preparations for Isobel’s first skiing trip. There’s a lot to think about […]
Travel Ideas For 2024
While the focus is very much on Christmas right now, before you know it the new year will be upon us and thoughts will turn to a break in the sun. I always think it’s good to have a holiday to look forward to, especially during the cold, dark months. If you haven’t already booked […]
Choosing Bridesmaid Dresses For a Spring Wedding
Although we’re just heading into Winter (in the Northern Hemisphere), now is actually an ideal time to think about bridesmaid dresses if you’re planning a Spring or early Summer wedding. Giving yourself the time to make considered choices will avoid unnecessary stress later. The time passes so quickly when planning a wedding, especially when there […]
Golf Clothing For Everyday Wear + Style With a Smile Link Up
I have to confess that the only type of golf I’ve played is pitch and putt, but that doesn’t mean I can’t wear fabulous golfing clothes! When Acegolfs contacted me on Instagram for a collaboration I was intrigued, being pretty clueless about the game. The closest I’ve got to a fairway is a villa overlooking […]
Exploring Home Ownership Trends Across Kent
In the realm of property and home ownership, recent statistics have illuminated intriguing trends across Kent, challenging previous assumptions and highlighting the resilience of many residents in the face of economic shifts. A Closer Look at Kent’s Home Ownership Recent data revelations from the Office of National Statistics (ONS), based on the 2021 census returns, […]
6 Emerging Trends in Women’s Office Wear
Office attire for women, much like any other type of fashion, has never been static. The way women dress for work responds to the ebb and flow of the different fashion movements. From the structured silhouettes of the 1950s to the power suits of the 1980s and the minimalist elegance of the 1990s, women’s office […]
Psychedelic Shirt and Trousers + Style With a Smile Link Up
From the power dressing trouser suit yesterday to psychedelic prints with mushrooms and strawberries today…my wardrobe is certainly eclectic! You know I’m a fan of retro and vintage styles, especially 70s inspired outfits. Since discovering The Hippie Shake several years ago when I bought the flower power suit, I’ve been hooked. Two or three times […]
Two New Beauty Boxes + Weekend Traffic Jam Link Up
How has your week been? We’re enjoying a mini heatwave in the UK, which is very welcome given the exceptionally wet summer we had. I’ve been gardening and spending as much time as possible outdoors; it’s important to get that vitamin D…with SPF50 on of course! Which brings me on to skincare and new beauty […]