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MOOD BOARD | GRID LOVE

23 February 2015

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In case you’re not an Instagram addict / blog lover / design nerd and Pinterest fanatic like me you may be surprised to find that GRIDs are totally a thing at the moment.

From socks to frocks, teatowels to bedlinen they even made their way into our kids rooms (see Suzanne’s fabulous post last week). Mostly monochrome and often reversible I’m in love with this trend and have gathered a few of my favourites on the mood board above. Do you remember that grid teatowel I bought from H&M home a couple of weeks ago… fits right in. But if I may please can I also have:

01 | This beautiful blanket as winter seems to have returned with freezing temperatures.
02 | The polo neck sweater for reasons see above.
03 | And this AURA reversible bedlinen.

 
NOTE | All shots used on the mood board via my Pinterest boards
Grid blanket via Studio Oink with thanks
 
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MOOD BOARD | NUDE TREND

14 February 2015

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What could be a better fit than NUDES on this special day for all loved up couples out there. Aw… you guys, so cute….

You may detect some cynicism in my tone but it’s not because I dislike Valentines Day per se. Though I do have a problem with the commercial aspect of it and the stupidly inflated prices for flowers in general and roses in particular. But I guess that’s market forces at play. Supply and demand… yadda yadda.

As I mentioned earlier this week I’m declaring my love of nudes today. You night have noticed my Instagram account turning somewhat nude and dare I say pink – shock horror!? Well, it’s more of a soft pink that I champion, aka nude. In fashion it’s wonderfully flattering with all skin tones from pale blondes to freckly gingers to dark skin and hair, nude looks good on everyone. It even gives women like me a little lift with my washed out complexion and hair. Plus it’s a wonderfully feminine colour and always makes me feel like a natural woman… Are you breaking out in song?

On my recent (all too brief) shopping trip to London’s Oxford Street I noticed a lot of nude tones around from sheer blouses to trousers and lingerie. I think it’s going to be a really strong nude trend this year and I love it as it looks good with all my favourite neutrals like white, grey and black and gives a hint of colour without shouting pink at you.

Now, go and put that iphone/pad down and snuggle up to your loved one for another round of oh lala or maybe just a good old snooze. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!

 
NOTE | All via my Pinterest boards
 
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MOOD BOARD | SOPHISTICATED WINTER VIBES

7 February 2015

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I know I sound like a broken record but I do NOT like this mish-mash grey rainy cold gloomy weather. Give me a crisp winter’s day and I’m happy as can be but this moody sitting-on-the-fence weather is driving me mad. Too dry for wellies and too muddy for trainers. What’s a modern mum to do? Walking boots I guess but we live in the outskirts of London, not in the country. Even the parks have pavements here. Idunno…

After this outburst I’m going to brighten up the day with a sophisticated Winter vibes mood board where all my dreams come true. An ultra modern concrete cabin with underfloor heating – check. A minimalist wetroom – check. And me curling up on the sofa in this wonderful wrap cardigan – bliss. Oh, and of course the ground outside is frozen and crisp so my box fresh trainers won’t get muddy.

Well, a girl can dream…

 
NOTE | All via my Pinterest boards
 
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TOAST UK SS 2015 PRE-COLLECTION

20 January 2015

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More blues on the blog today with Toast UK SS2015 Pre-Collection. Highly wearable clothes in denim and other blue hues that go with everything in the upcoming months. As I mentioned in yesterday’s post about Ferm Living’s home wares blue seems to be a bit of a front runner for Spring Summer and I couldn’t be happier about this trend. Everyone’s a winner!

I like the setting in which they shot the collection which reminds me of an artist studio with the different backgrounds and canvases. It’s still a bit dark and moody which is just perfect for the ‘in between’ months before the daylight hours finally increase. I don’t know about you but I Can Not Wait for Spring.

BTW, how cool are those brogues with the bright blue elastic in the shot above!?
 

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SHOP THE COLLECTION | Toast UK
BROWSE LOOKBOOK | Toast UK
 
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MOOD BOARD | IN LOVE WITH GREY

14 January 2015

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I’m going to continue the monochrome theme today with grey which has always been a bit of a favourite colour for me. It’s so flattering in clothing and interiors as it provides a great backdrop and base for pops of colour.

Last week I came across Cereal founder and editor Rosa Parks article of The Graham & Co and fell in love with the look of this small boutique hotel in the Catskills, a mere 100 miles north of New York City.

Perfectly located for hiking, fishing and skiing the hotel describes itself as a modern take on the classic weekend getaway. It is run by four friends who all have a background in design and fashion which accounts for the simple modern rustic styling of the rooms. Rosa’s shot of the branded grey blanket above gives you a flavour of the hotel’s laid back and comfortable style. Check out their website for more details.

And if you don’t already follow Rosa on Instagram make sure to check out her inspirational feed.

 
NOTE | All shots used on the mood board via my Pinterest boards
 
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