A Bit of Begging
When I came back from a week away in May I set myself a challenge. I’d put on far too much weight while I…
Retro Chick
A Very Vintage Murder Mystery Weekend
The problem, when you book things months in advance, is that you never know what will be happening when the date finally comes around!…
What Are You Wearing? Totally Tropical
Phew, it’s a little tropical out there recently, no? Let me start with an apology for the sporadic posts. I will be back to…
And the Playful Promises Giveaway Winner is……..
…Drum Roll Please…. JENNIFER EVANS from GLAMOUR, ABOVE ALL THINGS That was comment number 13, chosen using random.org. Congratulations Jennifer! Let me know your…
Biba & Beyond – What Would You Ask Barbara Hulanicki?
With a few internal squeals of excitement that was the question I was asked to answer a few weeks ago. I was contacted by…
Learning to do "Vintage" Hair
Learning to do “stuff” with my hair was one of the biggest confidence boosts I ever had. Sounds ridiculous to write it down, but…
Messing About on the River
It’s nice to have a bit of downtime. Everything is so busy all the time and go, go, go. It’s hard to find space…
Friday Frock Love – Peplum Dresses
Peplums are one of those things that zoom in and out of fashion. One season every High Street shop is full of them, the…
Lingerie Love: Playful Promises A Review and Giveaway
You know by now that I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for gorgeous lingerie with a whiff of impracticality. Well today I’ve…