With Storm Dora battering on my window as I write it this, it's hard to imagine that spring is almost upon us, but I'm already planning my spring/summer wardrobe so take that you windy witch.
In Italy they call it Sprezzatura...
And in English it translates as 'a studied nonchalance, perfect conduct or performance of something (as an artistic endeavour) without apparent effort'.
I've never been one to sacrifice style over comfort. Even at eight months pregnant you'd find me in my fave pair of block heels, whilst my Fendi Baguette bag never left my side during my twenties despite the fact that it's probably the world's smallest bag and I could barley fit my lipstick in let alone my purse, keys and phone!
We've always been huge fans of Mamas & Papas here, a brand that offers classic pieces for kids from cots to clothes and beyond, I love to showcase their products on the blog.
I've recently returned from a incredibly relaxing and restorative break at the Martinhal Beach Resort and Hotel in Sagres, Portugal, where I spent 5 lush days with my favourite lady, my Mum, Vasoulla.
This stunning figure hugging, bodycon style dress named 'Sexy Senorita Dress' by Joe Browns has to be one of my most favourite dresses ever. The minute I put it on I felt confident and happy-how can you not smile with that pretty floral print to make the boys wink (well my husband anyway) hehe!
Back from a recent trip to Fever London, I returned home with this gorgeous (now sold out) chunky knit jumper (this one is similar) and vibrant 70's style green beads from their store.
Hands down, this is the softest, most flattering jumper I've ever worn and I won't go anywhere else for knitwear now!
I'm really excited to share the beautiful Red.Blue.You's personalised canvas company with you all and offer one lucky Honest Mum reader a canvas of their own worth £99 (size A0).
Those who follow this blog know what a jewel loving magpie I am, only fuelled by Pinterest (damn you Pinterest eating away my hard earned cash) but what a hub of sparkly inspiration (I even had my engagement ring upgraded and re-set thanks to the art deco rings I spied there)...but I digress, watches too have a special place in my sometimes materialistic heart!
Moving house and designing our new home has meant many a trip to Habitat, Homebase, Laura Ashley, Cath Kidston and of course lots of antique furniture stores and raids of my mother's family heirlooms (thanks Mum).
