Road to lectures

Okay so my camera decided to act up and the photos are kinda fuzzy...don't you just wish you had a portraitist following you about everywhere, drawing you flawlessly? Actually no, that would classify as creepy and stalkerish.

London at Christmastime

It was high time I escaped the Cambridge bubble for the maddness that is London at Christmas time. 

Anthropologie sale gems

These boots are absolute heaven! Bought them at a 50% off sale in Anthropologie from the brand H by Hudson. They are a dream to walk in, despite the 7.5 cm heel and the ballet like square front is actually surprisingly comfortable.

They are the perfect quirky formal boots and I'm so glad I found them in burgundy because it would make for a nice contrast with black and white outfits. Not to mention the burgundy coat and bags I own, tokens of my obsession with the beautiful red hue.

Find the boots HERE.

Falling

Primark sweater; Accessorize triple necklace (HERE); Moschino Cheap and Chic Scarf from TKMaxx; Esprit skirt; Reiss bag; Whistles coat; Vagabond boots

Sephora blue nail polish with Rimmel orange 60 seconds nail polish; custom made amethist ring with Goldstein's diamond ring (HERE) 

Knightsbridge may well be a tourist destination but the backstreets are an iron-fenced-white-washed-stone-facaded maze that few venture on. A big mistake in my opinion since the quintessential posh London lifestyle can be observed only here. When you walk down the winding streets and pass some shiny Aston Martin, you may even pretend that is your car. What I like about it is that that's ok! It's actually encouraged and there is no one to put you to shame for living a fantasy life for a few hours which I completely agree with and exercise myself once in a while.

One glorious Sunday noon I decided to be such a fancy person and obey the rules of the charade game. My new Reiss oxblood bag on cue and Moschino scarf that I forgot I had, I strutted down those streets as if its routine. In fact, I hadn't worn a skirt in absolutely ages and that pained me so I couldn't pass the skirt hangers when putting my outfit together that morning.

After some browsing in Zara that resulted in me falling in love with some badass espadrilles that will shortly find their way to my home and some damage being done in Anthropologie (evidence soon to follow on this space), I headed back to Knightsbridge to the one and only Harrods. Far from being my favourite department store, it does have its perks. I originally came for the Dior events that apparently were taking place but found no trace of them whatsoever so I took refuge at the Bobbi Brown counter, my first stop choice together with Dior. I was advised by the nicest woman ever and left with some goodies that will also grace my blog soon enough and about which I am SO excited! That and the William Curley giant macaroons pretty much sum up my weekend, hope yours was even better! ^.^

The spectacular sunset is on me.

Florence wishlist

Zara dress (HERE); Clarks sandals (HERE); Georgiana Paraschiv Laptop skin (HERE); The New York Times 36 Hours (HERE) and Michelangelo's David (HERE)

The excitement for my upcoming week in Tuscany/Florence in less than a month has started to take its' toll. I decided to productively channel the said enthusiasm in online shopping to find suitable chic, arty outfits that don't look like I've tried too hard. Nude statue of David is optional but you know what they say 'When in Florence...'



P.S: sorry for the crappy photoshop, my skillz are a little rusty

Friday's always on my mind

Hello readers (!) and happy Wednesday to you all. In an attempt to cure the mid week blues dominated by the upcoming weekend that, let's be honest, we are all waiting for, I'm providing you some eye candy.

Note, my desk is usually a complete mess and these photos are meant to fool you otherwise. It was a perfect excuse to use my new Nikon on which I will do a post soon ^.^

Oliver Bonas lime and elderflower candle - lovely smelling gift from my friend

First name letter mug + favourite peach tea 

Free spirited

I'm currently in Croatia so I've saved a few posts for when I'm away. Remember my guide to Bucharest? Well then you'll know of Herastrau Park, where we stopped to take a few outfit photos. In front of diplomatic embassies. Security guards were looking. Not the best spot but I was not going to compromise my location for them.

Excuse the wild hair, I had just washed my hair and straightening tongs are not very appealing in 30 degree weather.

Top from Promod in France, Distressed Shorts by Holding Horses in Anthropologie, TKMaxx red bag, Seiko Watch, Aldo espadrilles.