Through His Eyes

“In this fake world, with his love so true

And him always by my side, it feels so good..

False images everywhere, world full of lies

I see my true self in his enticing eyes.... “

~ Rohit Sharma

Photos: Photos: Jason Connery ©

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Manley

Valentino

PSC Brand

Miranda Dunn London

Lulu Guinness

See by Chloe

Bella Freud

Donna Ida Denim

Gucci

Rixo London

Oh Buoy!

"There is something singular in the rhythms of the bell buoy,

as it rings in the wake of an unknown vessel already passing on to its destination"

~ Charles Pierre

Nautical styles are always in fashion and there is a very romantic image of life on the sea, or olden-day Summers spent on the French Riviera associated with a Sailor inspired look. From the classic striped Breton, to pea coats, anchor prints, and cosy fishermen jumpers, the nautical look is an easy, fun trend to embrace.

This See By Chloe silk playsuit is Riviera style chic at its best. A very modern take on the Seafarer trend, it has a relaxed, straight fit, with contrasting white embroidered trims. The zip front, prim point collar and tassel-ended neck tie add a 70s feel. Tan accessories would enhance this retro look perfectly.

For a much more laid-back edge I styled my nautical number with a classic pair of white Converse, a cute Doll Face bag by Lulu Guinness, cheap as chips Cat's eye sunglasses from High Street favourite Target, and the result is a look that is fresh, clean and chic. Whatever your take on the trend is, it's time to baton down the hatches, and jump on-board! A keg of rum is optional.

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Playsuit: See by Chloé Silk Crepe de Chine Playsuit in navy

Shoes: Converse All Star Low Tops in white

Bag: Lulu Guinness Lulu Doll Face 'Marcie' Bag

Sunglasses: Cat's Eye Sunglasses in black

Photos: Jason Connery ©

The Grass Is Greener

"I want to move faraway

Faraway from everyone

Where the grass is greener

Where the sky is softer

The rivers will stay calm

And the birds will sing my song"

~ Unknown

I have a few of these leather Tees by Emma Manley (see here and here). Paired with jeans in Winter, and shorts in Summer, they have become a wardrobe staple for me, and I couldn't resist adding another one to my ever growing collection. This one is especially gorgeous; it's leather, and it's green! Maybe it's the Irish in me - whatever, I had to have it.

Green leather is unusual. Green leather is cool. It's just not something you see every day. Made from the softest nappa leather, this simple design is effortlessly stylish. It has a boxy fit, dips longer at the back, where a full length zip runs all the way down the centre, and a contrasting white panel takes it to a whole new level of fabulous.

I styled it with skinny jeans, my favourite over-the-knee boots, and the the most gorgeous bag by Lulu Guinness. The 'Marcie' bag was a birthday present from my wonderful boyfriend. He said the iconic Lulu doll face design on the front reminded him of me. I adore my bag, it is a perfect mix of practical and fun.

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Top: Emma Manley 'Boxter' Leather Tee in apple

Jeans: Frame Le Skinny De Jeanne Cropped Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans

Boots: Stuart Weizmann '50/50' Over-the-knee Boots

Bag: Lulu Guinness Doll Face 'Marcie' Bag

Photos: Jason Connery ©

Yellow

"What is yellow?

The sun is yellow,

Caressing the morning with its soft glowing light.

Daffodils, the fever, a flickering candle flame

Glowing in the dark on a cold, listless night.

Sour lemons, melting butter, the stripy back of a bumble bee,

the hive full of sweet golden honey delight.

Sunflowers nodding their giant heads,

Bewildering the fields of tiny buttercups.

The dancing girl with the flaxen yellow hair,

O what a glorious sight!

Yellow."

~ Fiona Ufton ©

This outfit makes me happy; that's what yellow does, it is a bright, happy, uplifting colour. It reminds us of carefree, sunny Summer days which is quite perfect for this outfit as the Emma Manley collection it is from was inspired by "the freedom of summer as a sweet sixteen. The feelings, the memories, the smells and the spontaneity of it all".

The bright yellow 'Piper' skirt is midi length and made from cleverly placed panels of sheer silk chiffon and a less sheer viscose mix. The most sheer of the panels can show a sexy silhouette of leg. The matching 'Sian' top features the same clever panelling, with the soft, sheer chiffon draping over the chest and cap sleeves, and a heavier silk material falling from above the bust area to the the waist.

I styled my beautiful, sunshiny two-piece with a very cool pair of Christian Louboutin shoes; the Tiger print toughens up my otherwise ladylike look a lot. For a final touch, I added a scarlet clutch bag to match the colour of my bright red lipstick.

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Top: Emma Manley 'Sian' Top in yellow

Skirt: Emma Manley 'Piper' Skirt in yellow

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 'No Prive 942' Sling-back Peep-toe Shoes in tiger (similar)

Bag: Lulu Guinness 'Lips' Clutch Bag in red

Photos: Mike Lawrence ©

Whiter Shade Of Pale

I wore this stunning Lennon Courtney dress to a charity black tie Do. The dress code was 'Black & White' and believe it or not, I was literally the only woman there wearing white! Literally, one white dress in a sea of black dresses; oh if looks could kill!

I've only recently discovered Lennon Courtney and I am besotted with their beautiful, lady-like designs. This dress is a particular favourite. Each season they will design a star dress for that big 'Wow' moment at the end of their runway show and last season it was this beauty. A stunning, full length, heavy crepe silk dress (available in white & black) with a detachable belt, two front pockets and 3/4 length sleeves. I can imagine Grace Kelly or Veronica Lake wowing on the red carpet in olden-day Hollywood in this dress.

For my night out, I styled it with bold red lips (I LOVE a red lip with an all white ensemble) and my favourite Christian Louboutin peep-toe shoes. I continued the red lip theme with a fabulous Lips clutch by Lulu Guinness. I love this look. A clean, simple silhouette, demure with old-world appeal; I felt like a million dollars all night!

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Dress: Lennon Courtney Max Dress in white (similar)

Bag: Lulu Guinness Red Lips Clutch

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 'Very Prive' Peep-toe Shoes in black

Lipstick: MAC 'Ruby Woo' red Lipstick

Making Your Mind Up

We went to a very glamorous black tie Christmas party at the weekend. Yes, a Christmas party, in January! An absolutely inspired idea! The venue for the Do was Foxhills in Surrey; we stayed over & had the most wonderful time luxuriating in our beautiful surroundings.

For such a special night, I struggled to chose between the two dresses pictured above (I'd actually whittled my choices down from five to two so it could have been much worse!). In the end I chose the maxi dress as I felt it best suited the beautiful venue. I wore my hair up, a big change for me and I loved it.

Both dresses are long ago buys from High Street favourite Karen Millen and both have been lovingly worn a number of times over the years. The shoe options I had for the night were funky studded Louboutins for the silver dress and classic black Louboutins for the maxi. The bag is the iconic Red Lips bag by Lulu Guinness. I came this close to finishing off my outfit with my wedding tiara; I'll never know what stopped me!

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Maxi Dress: Karen Millen Maxi Dress in red/black (similar)

Short Dress: Karen Millen Prom Dress in silver (similar)

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 'Pigalle' Studded Shoes

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 'Very Prive' Peep-toe shoes

Bag: Lulu Guinness Red Lips Clutch