Singapore

The 23 + hour flight over to Australia is quite honestly, draining. People emerge from immigration resembling zombies. So we often break the journey, (having family over there and doing the journey with some regularity, it makes sense) usually in some obscure part of Asia. This time we chose Singapore for a three day break.
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If ever you are looking for somewhere to go, possibly on your own, that is safe, clean and accomidating it is the place. With possibly the strictist laws in the world (chewing gum is illegal and carries a hefty penalty) it is the most carefree you will ever feel in a foreign country. It is also really quite beautiful. It's culture is a mix of indian, chinese, japanese and inrerestingly european. Whilst there we did a variety of things including a night time safari, lunch at raffles and a river cruise. I was going to do an outfit post there but to be honest it is such an interesting place I thought I may just share some photos instead. I am sorry as I realise my blog is seriously lacking in anything resembling fashion/style lately. Hopefully that will change once I get home :)

Val-d'Isère

Last week I was lucky enough to get to spend in the beautiful mountain village of Val-d'Isere. It is a Ski resort by Winter and hiking destination and general 'breath-taking scenery' spot by Summer. For those of you who do ski (or snowboard) I would highly recommend it. The people are friendly, the food is great and the skiing is amazing. The town, however, is a trip in itself. These pictures by no means do it justice. It almost looks like a drawing- all the snow peaked log cabins, snow sculptures, cosy looking Inns serving 'chocolat chaud'. It almost made me giddy how festive it looks, and this was in the middle of January. I found myself walking around this pretty town marveling at the people in it. There is the skiied-all-my-life-will-die-skiing types with their weathered faces and perma-tans, and there is the skii bunny women who only go to the alpes to show off the furs and moonboots they can afford. It is hilarious really. Not in a mean way. I left the Alpes hoping to one day come out here and work for/with these people. Val-d'Isere has that influence on you. 

Photo from here

Photo from here

          Enough said.


xo

Wishing I was Made In Chelsea

London is with out a doubt one of my favourite cities. And within London, Chelsea (and South Kensington) is where I find myself spending the majority of my time. I can't seem to stay away from the endless supply of little boutique shops and cafes. There seems to be something dainty and new round every corner and I just love getting to explore it all. There is of course the quiet hope that I will bump into one of the Made In Chelsea crew during my ventures, but it is yet to happen *cries*. Maybe I will just move here instead....;)

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I liked doing this exploring wearing this gorgeous denim smock dress found at Asos. It was perfect as it kept me warm and stylish on this crisp, Autumnal morning. I have to admit, I absolutely love smock dresses. While not being the most 'form flattering' they are endlessly comfy and cosy, for a dress. The type of denim used in this one hangs nicely too. The shoes worn in this post are a recent purchase of mine. Bought originally as a slight joke, they have actually become very frequent members of my daily outfits. I felt somewhat silly at first, as I saw a three year old with a Peppa pig balloon wearing matching ones on their first outing. However they have given many passers-by smiles, possibly of pity but oh well. You have to get your kicks from somewhere.

Dress- Asos   Jacket- Forever 21   Scarf- Black   Shoes- Asos (similar)

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And yet another 'i went on a walk' post..

It's official. Autumn is here. I now have the luxury of wearing way too much knitwear, downing warm, spiced drinks (as I type this I am sipping on a chai green tea and my word it is beautiful) and going out of my way to step on crunchy leaves like an excitable 5 year old boy. It is also official that my blog has now turned into a 'hikers guide to walking' type thing. So I am now re-christening my a style mosaic as 'walking boot swag'. But seriously, I promise to try and stop with the walking posts. Minus this one :)

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The other day the lovely Alice, Shona and I went on a walk amongst the amber leaves and fallen trees (that rhymed...) Chai lattes and cameras in hand. It was all very blog worthy, hence this post. The air however appeared to have a somewhat disturbing reaction to our faces, as it appears to be almost impossible for us not to be pulling them. Oh dear...

 Jeans - Topshop    Cardigan - Jigsaw    Top - H&M    Boots - Hoggs    Socks - Vintage    Bag - American Eagle

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A Floral Mrs

       

As my lovely Summer draws to a premature end I find my self (becoming depressed at the thought of a normal schedule) jumping at any last opportunity to wear a summery outfit. Unfortunately the weather hasn't been agreeing as we have had some slightly chilly weather as of late. But living in Britain means making the most sunny outfit opportunities. I have to also admit tho, that I am really looking forward to autumn wear. It is probably my favourite season for just the range of opportunity and the fantastic colours you can wear. Cosy knits, over sized coats and beaten up boots are about as simple and easy as it gets. They are also however, about as stylish and chick as it gets. Wish full thinking aside, it is not yet autumn and wont be for another month or so. So, in the mean time I thought I would share with you another whimsical summer outfit post to keep all you lucky ones still on holiday content.

Top - H&M  Trousers - Topshop (customised)  Bag - Asos  Shoes- Topshop (old)

xo

Folly Beach ,SC

 So to continue with the 'don't you wish you were here' American travel posts, here we have my favourite beach in the world. Folly Beach located on the coast of South Carolina, near Charleston. Every building and street looks like the set for a movie, with all the rickety-half-falling-down shacks and charming retro cafe's and shops, it's a wonder it hasn't already been scouted for a movie set. The locals too! Everyone had that permanent beachy look, and as I walked through crowds and crowds of tanned, blonde people, I began to feel rather out of place with my pale white skin and red hair.
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Our hotel room had the most beautiful view overlooking the peer and beach Folly is so famous for. And when I wasn't splashing around in the sea (it literally was as warm as bath water) I enjoyed sitting out on our balcony and people watching (I promise you not the creepy kind). On the last night we stayed an outdoor cinema screen was set up on the beach beside the pear. Crowds of people were lounging back on deck chairs whilst watching Sky Fall and listening to the sounds of the beach. It just looked so perfect.
Everyone at Folly looks like they had just been cast in 90210 or Gossip Girl and they were all as friendly as could be. The beach had Lifeguards too, equipped with their ubiquitous red board shorts and bikinis.  I have decided I would love to be a Lifeguard at Folly, the only set back being I can hardly swim to save my own life, let alone someone else's.

xo