Immigration. Bit of a touchy subject? But ultimately we are all immigrants in a global community; looking into our ancestry will prove just that. And like our own genetic roots and most distant relatives moving around the world, fashion and style are global too. Yes, there may be looks synonymous with New York, …

It’s almost back to school time or make that back to cool in the case of uniforms these days with so much more choice for children now; I remember resenting the discomfort of my uniform with stiff skirts and shirts and itchy jumpers. Now, as a mum, September in our house means we can get back …

When it comes to effortless daytime style, simple two-tone outfits are an easy go-to for last minute looks when you’re in a hurry. Dare I remind you that we are nearly back into school run territory once again, not to mention the new fashion season approaching. A palette of black and white with …

Star prints are undoubtedly having their moment in the spotlight this season and as an instant update to your style, it’s an easy addition to make to your wardrobe with minimal effort. I’ve already featured one post with starry outfit inspiration but it’s not limited to the decoration of printed tees and embellished trainers as denim also …

What’s practical, useful, AND on-trend? Metallic sliders. We may be seeing boots in stores already but it’ll be some time (hopefully) before we really need them – I’ve heard rumours of a warm September on the horizon. In the meantime sliders are perfect with everything from dresses to denim and of …

When it comes to skin and hair care, personal recommendations speak volumes over TV and magazine advertising so here I share some of my beauty essentials. I’m not on a big budget and look for value as well as performance so most of my finds are fairly inexpensive but rated highly – …

Gosh it’s been a while hasn’t it? The summer is whizzing by, the high street and online stores are filling with knits, coats and boots to tempt us into the new season, but I’m still styling wedding guest outfits and helping women add finishing touches to their holiday wardrobes so …

The right accessory or piece of jewellery can really make (or break!) an outfit but that doesn’t mean it has to make a big and bold statement. More often than not, especially for everyday wear, it’s the subtle pieces which can finish your look effortlessly and work with every if not nearly …

Picnic season is well and truly underway, but with so many beautiful spreads in glossy magazines and Sunday supplements, not to mention on Pinterest and Instagram, you can avoid picnic envy – that’s totally a thing, OK! – with these essentials for an insta-worthy and probably more importantly, tasty and stress-free family picnic. Picnic hamper, …

When it comes to looking after ourselves, mums are the first to put themselves at the bottom of the list of priorities, which is of course understandable when you’re completely responsible for a small human being or two, but if we’re not physically and mentally looked after how can we look …