Friday 31 January 2014

Porter Magazine & Peter Pilotto for Target

Yesterday was a brilliant day for me, it brought the delivery of 2 great things, the new Porter magazine, and a gorgeous dress from Peter Pilotto for Target.

When the collection went on sale on Sunday, I didn't think I stood a chance of getting an item or that it would be SO reasonably priced (considering that the Isabel Marant collection for H&M still had some pretty prices items, and was nearly impossible to get outside of London).  However, I signed in to Net-a-Porter.com on Sunday morning and lo and behold, there were items in my size and price range - oh happy day!  

There wasn't even time to think, as soon as the dress was in my shopping bag, I whizzed through checkout and then waited patiently for it arrive, desparately hoping that it would fit, as by lunch time Sunday, my size had sold out.  

So it arrived, the trill of opening such a special parcel with ribbons is the stuff of dreams and even better, the dress fits! A perfect dress to wear in Paris in April.  I decided on my shape however, it looks better belted in, otheiwse my bust makes the proportions not quite right.....


The other arrival from Mr Postman, was the first edition of Porter magazine.  A thick glossy book filled with uplifting and inspiring articles championing women without the patronising edge that sometimes comes with feminist issues; those that make you feel like you're not quite doing enough, whether it be in professional or personal life.  This magazine as a whole celebrated women's acheivements and inspired readers to push themselves and embrace sisterhood without the cringe enducing "high five" moments.  It also is available in digital edition, which means you can shop straight from the magazine!! Genius or dangerous, you decide! All I know is that I can't wait for the next edition!! 


Wednesday 29 January 2014

It's all getting a bit cheesey

I love baking, cheese and veg....so I decided to mix them all together.

At first it looked a bit bland (worrying) 



But then they came out the oven looking amazing!! 

And they taste amazing too!!

Here is the recipe....
  • 150g self-raising flour
  • 75g porridge oats
  • 1½tsp English mustard powder
  • 1tsp baking powder
  • ½tsp bicarbonate soda
  • 200g courgette, grated
  • 150g strong cheddar cheese, grated
  • 75ml semi-skimmed milk
  • 1 egg
  • 5tbsp vegetable oil

Pre-Heat the oven to Gas 4, 180°C, 350°F. Mix together the dry ingredients, add the grated courgette and cheese.  Add the milk, egg and vegetable oil, to the bowl and mix all together.

Spoon into 12 paper muffin cases, place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes. Serve warm or cold, also nice with a touch of brown sauce :) 


Tuesday 28 January 2014

My Flash Trash....

New year, new rings, I have been loving my new zodiac ring from Me & Zena on MyFlashTrash.com - can be worn as a pinkie or midi ring, personally I prefer as a pinkie, as the band is a bit thick for a midi ring.  


The lovely people at Myflashtrash.com sent their jewellery with a gorge card and written note too - a great personal touch! 



I do love a midi ring, and have been wearing a silver
 triangle one to death, looks fab with a great dark manicure (Chanel Taboo is my current love)




Juicy January



So I'm back to writing my blog, taken some time off to try my hand at different things.....PADI qualification, Shotgun and Chelsea Bun Club rep (still do this...) and now I'm back to shopaholic and style junkie. This year sees me going to Paris for the first time. 


Needless to say I'm beyond excited. However, it leads to a queasy feeling about my Paris Wardrobe. So to be photo ready in the fashion famous city, I've taken to juicing with a vengeance. 


Hindering my savings, I have also been inspired by a pinterest pin for a cute savings idea, so here are my new savings jars for Paris and New York (30th birthday next year eek)


I have also added slightly to my designer shoe love affair with a bit of MatchesFashion.com naughtiness.....they were in the sale ok!! 
 Plus they came in the most gorgeous packaging 

So I'm excited to write up about Paris excitement, juicing fun times and all other shopping joys
Xx