High street
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Deluxe Dinner Suits from F&F Clothing
As I mentioned in a previous post, I was nominated for best blogger award at the inaugural Birmingham Awards which took place last Friday at the Warwickshire Cricket Ground. I was dressed in a beautiful gown from Kaliko (which you can read about here.) My husband Pete, who was my plus one on the night was in a wonderful formal dinner suit that was sent for the occasion by those wonderful people at F&F Clothing. Pete is quite adventurous when it comes to clothing, he will experiment with different colours and take chances on new styles. He has worn a dinner suit on a number of occasions ranging from weddings,…
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Gift Guide – 10 Unusual Gift Ideas
Some people are very easy to buy for at Christmas. They may be clothes obsessed, or love their perfume (or aftershave), or may have a hobby that makes choosing a gift simple. It may be that they have actually told you exactly what they want, taking all the guess work out of finding the gift. Or it may simply be that you know them so well you always seem to know exactly what they would love to find in their stocking. Infographic by shopsmart.online a price comparison website. But what about the more difficult ones? The ones who always answer with ‘I don’t want’ or ‘I don’t need’ anything? The ones who…
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How to Find Prom Dresses that Both You and Mom Love
While Prom is often advertised as the biggest night in a teen girl’s life, it is almost a rite of passage and you don’t want to wear a dress that sends mixed messages. Your mom understands that and wants you to look beautiful so bring her along with you as you look for prom dresses and listen to her advice. Tips for Finding a Prom Dress That You and Your Mom Love Prom dresses have changed since the poufy skirts and short sleeve dresses that your mom wore in the 1980s or 1990s, but it doesn’t mean that you should totally dismiss her opinions either. After all, she’s more than…
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Style Focus – Adele
I don’t mind admitting that I’m a little obsessed with Adele at the moment. Hello is an absolute belter of a song, one I keep singing in my kitchen. (Well, at least attempting to sing, I’m more Oh! hell than Adele.) She’s breaking records left, right and centre, and seems to be totally comfortable in her own skin. And, she does all that and looks totally incredible, a complete icon of beauty and style. As I said, I’m obsessed. I honestly believe that if Adele wasn’t plus size, all those titles and comments about being the most beautiful woman in the world would be directed in her direction. As it…
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Ultimate Christmas gifts for her
In my latest gift guide I am focusing on some gifts for the lady in your life. This could be your mother or your daughter, your sister or your aunt, your niece or your nan. It could even be your best friend or a teacher. Everyone has a special lady who you want to treat to an extra special present, so this is a list that is well worth bookmarking for ideas and inspiration. I have focused on four different stores and websites. I’m starting with Selfridges, who this year are wishing us all a starry Christmas with their constellation/celestial ranges. My absolute number one pick from Selfridges in terms…
