French-Girl Chic (at Topshop – sssh)
I haven’t blogged for a while. You may have noticed; you may not have done: everyone’s inboxes are so bristling with mail, life in Asia – and in general – moves at a ridiculously fast pace… Read More
I bought it in a wet market…
I feel that I have been in France for so long over the summer that I have actually gained some insight into the much revered subject that has spawned many a book: The French… Read More
Luxe auction
I do get quite excited at an auction. There is something in the air at a sale that makes me want to stick my hand up in the air, wave it around wildly…and bid.… Read More
Everyday shoes that make you stand tall
Flip flops make me feel lazy. I walk slowly when I wear them, I can’t help but make that awful slapping sound wherever I go and my final complaint is that they make me stand… Read More
Bargain Hunt
I loved watching the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow as a child. Probably, initially, because it was on my permitted list of TV shows (that extended – worryingly enough – to include Jim’ll Fix It… Read More
French pharmacy joy
I am easily pleased when I am in France. The inaugural trip to the supermarket even elicits squeals of excitement: there is just something about mountains of fresh, local produce, espadrilles that only cost… Read More
Moving house
Why do I always forget what an utter nightmare a house move is? It all seems like a great idea at the time of signing the lease: you are buoyed with enthusiasm… Read More
