Step Inside ...

 ... Ortigia on Marylebone High Street.

This luxe Sicilian shop sells candles, scents and essences inspired by the lush tropical climes of Sicily. My favourite scent for summer is the Orange Blossom which conjures up lush, heady lazy afternoons basking in the sunshine. Heaven scent.

I NEED these in my life ...

Another day ... another fashion discovery to enhance my wardrobe (and deplete my wallet!). Introducing Black Milk by Aussie designer James Lillis who has actually created leggings that are like works of art. Leggings I actually want to wear!!!  Beyond. 

'Cathedral' leggings by James Lillis

'Union Jack' leggings by James Lillis

'Silver Spartan' leggings by James Lillis

'Silver Cage' leggings by James Lillis

Images courtesy of http://www.blackmilkclothing.com/

Thursday object of desire: Ruby Slippers

Python Peeptoe Slingbacks by Alexandre Birman

Cool shades

It is my personal belief that you can absolutely never have too many pairs of sunglasses. Next on my list: gots to get me some white framed, heart shaped lovelies ... like this vintage pair by Moschino. Oh hi, Lolita.

90s Revival: 'Nice Stems'

I have already been predicting a full-scale 90s revival here for a few months now ... and I want to remember the movie which captured the decade's penchant for preppy peppiness to perfection: Clueless (obvi!). From collar shirts, to knee high socks (set to the soundtrack of The Cranberries), the film definitively captured a sartorial moment in time.  

One of my favourite scenes in the entire film is when the camera pans in on Cher's perfect pins and white t-bar mary janes.

"Nice Stems":

Get the look right now:

T-bar Mary Janes by Topshop.

Loves It!!!

Violet Darkling

My latest discovery is jewelery designer Violet Darkling. New Zealand designer Louisa Richwhite has fused the concepts of delicate jewelery with her love of the nocturnal and creatures only seen at night, using a mix of gold, silver and gemstones to create pieces which are beautifully handcrafted and extremely eye catching. Loves it!!!

The Red Shoes

The clocks have changed, so it is time to spring forward and add a dash of colour to your rock chick ensemble with these red ankle boots by Sandro. Super-fun fast fashion fix. J'adore.

Wednesday Loves It: (my most recent discovery) ...

....these two accessories brands: Bliss Lau and Triskaidekaphobia (yes, I had to look that one up too!!) Check. It. Out.

I Like.

No.

I Love!!!

Bliss Lau

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Triskaidekaphobia 

Images courtesy of The Moon and Mars

Sunday: Object of Desire

Oh hi, chapeau.

Oversize leather hat with stitch detail by ASOS Premium

Sunday Loves It - The Dreamers

I was too hungover today to do anything but watch movies. Eva Green, a red beret and a pink sobranie. Loves It!!! 

Sunday: Object of Desire

Two-tone open toe wedge boots by Sam Edelman

(£170, available from Asos)

Listen Up!

What to buy now for the discerning fashionista who has everything? (Well, there is always something!) Check out these extremely cool ipod headphones from Italian based company 2ME STYLE. From rock n roll skulls; to kitsch strawberries; to swarowski-encrusted butterflies: the only problem is which ones to choose! 

Check out the full range at www.2mestyle.com. Sounds amazing 2 me! 

Silver Skull headphones with Swarowski crystals by 2ME STYLE

Swarowski butterfly headphones by 2ME STYLE

Winter Warmers

London. Winter has officially arrived and is here to stay (for a while at least!). The leaves have fallen from the trees, the air is chill and crisp, people are adding logs to the fire and thoughts are turning to Christmas time, mistletoe and wine. As the festive season approaches, the fashion magazines fill their glossy pages with promise and glitzy cocktail dresses (yes, please!) But what is the best way to keep warm between parties? Here are some of my favourite ways to wrap up this winter.

1. Fur

Fake or real (vintage or inherited, obviously!). Head to markets, granny's closet or even the high street (Zara in particular have done a great range)

Lambskin by Zara (I clocked this today in the store and it looks stunning and is quite different than the usual options out there!)

2. Military

This is always a winner (polish those brass buttons!)

Stand to attention and raise a salute to Burberry. Yes Sir.

3. Capes

Love the drama!

Nail the camel trend too in the Alexander Wang cape coat

Complete the look with gloves (I like leather); and a hat (trilby, fur trapper, cloche.....the options are limitless)! So cosy.

Saturday Morning Inspiration

Today I am loving these stunning necklaces by English jewellery designer Lucy Hutchings. I have always loved anything art deco, from architectural examples like the Oxo Tower and Battersea Power Station in London, to designs in interiors and fashion so I can see why Hutchings was inspired to create these pieces. These necklaces would surely provide a show-stopping addition to any outfit, whether dressing up a more casual look by day or adding some high octane glamour at cocktail hour.

Under the Radar

Yesterday I inadvertently found myself going into Aldo on a quest for a pair of insoles and I emerged 20 minutes later with armfuls of accessories. Love when you visit a shop and you are pleasantly surprised by an unexpected discovery. I had been looking for cheap quick-fix accessories for the summer which I could take on my beach holiday next week without worrying about them being irreplaceable. There was a huge range of sunglasses and I particularly liked the interesting selection of rings on offer too. This is like the shopping equivalent of a sugar hit: you feel a slightly sick afterwards but at the same time it's pretty darn satisfying!