And just like that, it will be Easter this weekend. I don’t know why this comes as a surprise because March seems to have been going on forever. However, despite the all consuming current crisis, mother nature is still doing her thing and spring is here. Obviously Easter…
As the world starts to go into lockdown, and with uncertain times ahead, the main preventive measure to the Corona virus seems to be to wash your hands. With this constant hand washing, we are spending a lot of time looking at our sinks. Are you thinking that…
New season collections are appearing everywhere in lush autumnal colours. Audenza dropped their AW19 Lookbook last week. This small, friendly online brand is run by a mother and her two daughters. I love their glamorous, quirky homewares and excellent customer service. These are stylish, luxe pieces that are…
As autumn gets into full swing and the news that the UK is facing another Beast from the East this winter, I feel it’s probably a good time to look at what makes a home feel cozy. As we, in the northern hemisphere, come to the end of…
Despite recent cold weather, summer is on its way. And around this time of year my thoughts turn to alfresco aperitivo…..whose don’t? When we moved to Concarneau, we only expected to be here a year and so we rented a lovely apartment, in the centre, but without a…
I love a good tablescape. On a dining table, good decor can really elevate even the most simple meal into a celebration. Back when I was a superyacht stewardess we decorated the table pretty elaborately at breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, just a vase or two of fresh…
The spring equinox was last Thursday, and from Sunday we get an extra hour of daylight in the evenings (UK + Europe). The weather here, in Concarneau, has been fabulous over the weekend and looks set to continue….at least for this week 🙂 Spring is definitely in the…
Rituals is a Netherland company making home and body cosmetics. I consider this to be one of my brands to love for their delicious smelling products and brand and value. Eye-catching, whimsical design I first discovered Rituals in Amsterdam. I walked past one of their stores. Inside were…
I am totally crushing on furniture and homewares designer Bethan Gray. I first saw her collaboration with Anthropologie. Then I spotted her tableware collection with 1882 Ltd. Her glamorous, contemporary pieces have a gorgeous East meets West meets Art Deco vibe. She is inspired by her travels around the…