accessories
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Boden launch new season brights
When the days are short and dark, and sunshine seems in short supply, it is always heart-warming to think that we have already had the shortest day, so Spring and blue skies must be somewhere around the corner. One of the ways that we can start to lean towards Spring is when the stores and brands start to introduce the new season ranges, and when those ranges are bright and pretty, they go some way to lightening those dark days. Boden have this week started to introduce their first, new season picks. Like in previous seasons, the range is high on colour, with both pastels and primary shades well represented.…
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Liberty update the saddle bag for 2015
The Saddle bag was undoubtedly the bag of the 1970s. Nothing looked better than it when teamed with flared jeans and a cheesecloth blouse, but it also totally fitted the bill with the more slinky printed wrap dresses a la Diane Von Furstenberg. Worn cross body, or swinging from the shoulder, this grown up version of a satchel had plenty of room for all those essentials, and yet still managed to be compact and elegant. In recent times, the saddle bag has been revitalised by the likes of Zatchels and Ralph Lauren, and has gained a new army of celebrity fans. Taylor Swift seems to have a whole variety of…
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The High Heel Survival Guide
Winter is one of the worst times of the year when it comes to doing damage to your feet. The weather is bitterly cold causing the ground underfoot to be slippy and dangerous, but party season calls for glitter, glamour and high heels. It is always important to look after our feet at any time of the year, but the season of merriment and festivities is also the season of chillblains, blisters and sore tootsies. In addition, this is the one time of year when the toenails really need to sparkle – you don’t want the look of your Jimmy Choos spoiled by uneven and split nails. Respected shoe retailer…
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Happy Birthday Nude Jewellery
Stylish London Jewellery designers Nude Jewellery are celebrating their 12th birthday this month. The brand, which really is a must visit destination for lovers of jewellery, showcases the very best in contemporary jewellery, whilst also offering customers a selected range of designer pieces, along with a bespoke service which allows the creation of unique handmade jewellery. Designer Nikki Galloway and her team of in-house jewellers are based in London’s chic Mayfair, and the jewels they create reflect the style and substance of that fabulous setting. Nude Jewellery very kindly sent me 12 bloggers a stunning piece of jewellery to help celebrate their special birthday, and I was lucky enough to…
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Christmas gift ideas from Modern Vintage Style
If you are looking for a unique, special Christmas gift for a jewellery or vintage lover this year, then take a look at Modern Vintage Style. The company specialises in sourcing vintage and handmade jewellery that offers something a little different from the High Street styles. With new pieces added regularly, and prices that are purse friendly, you can be sure to find a really personal gift, and be supporting small business this Christmas. The Modern Vintage Style range includes a mixture of vintage costume and designer jewellery, as well as beautiful gemstone vintage style jewellery. The collections includes vintage earrings, necklaces, pendants, rings, brooches and pins by top designer…
