Mulberry AW/13 show

I could not think of a good reason not to share these photographs with you. So, keep your eyes wide open and appreciate the English checks, mini meadow prints, exaggerated sleeves, metallic jacquard, leather gloves; and much much more! The AW/13 collection includes lots of dark tones - but at Mulberry it's certainly not dark and dingy.

Lots of cosy fur collars...

Lots of contrasting prints...

Lots of matching doggies...

I was thrilled to see an overdose of 'off white'. This look must be super challenging to keep 'clean n crisp' BUT so so worth it! Just pack a human size napkin in your Bayswater to ensure food does NOT get splattered all over your wonderfully white garms!(Or perhaps just detox for the day and drink juices from a straw?)

I'm also a big lover of the dusty, pastel pinks which crept into the collection rather nicely...

Wow, I nearly forgot to mention the splash of yellows and the dash of greens...

 

Why not indulge in the full collection yourself by watching the show HERE. You will even get to see our babe Cara D (after being up all night partying with Rihanna she still manages to look flawless).

If Miss Delevingne can't tempt you, then I'm not sure what can!

Now I will leave you with some backstage images as I feel these bring the collection to life SO much more. They also reveal added detail of the bags, which as you can see, do all the talking for themselves...

I hope you're in love with the British checks as much as I am?

Lots of Love, 

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(All of the images have been taken from Mulberry's website which you can find HERE.)

Scrumptious Sketch

Towards the end of last year I had the opportunity to experience Sketch for the very first time. To say I had an incredible time is definitely an understatement! From the interior design, to the cakes, to the crockery and I’ll even go as far as the toilets; everything fascinated me. Sketch is a destination for the most luxurious food BUT also music and art. At Sketch you are guaranteed an experience like no other!  

Welcome to Sketch...

When shopping you NEED fuel in order to make the right choices right? 

(I am unable to think straight when I’m in need of food.)

Well, the location of Sketch is perfect - just seconds away from Oxford Circus. So, if you’re losing the will to live after failing to find that ‘perfect dress’ OR perhaps your arms are numb from all those shopping bags (lucky you) then it's definitely time for a scrumptious little break! 

Sit down, relax, and just take a minute to appreciate the beautiful interior...

I found myself just staring at everything and capturing TOO many photos (click click click) that I hardly had a chance to look at the menu.

mmmmmmmm quick what shall I have?

SCONES it was, and boy OH boy were they GOOD!

There are no words to describe how delicious the scones were, I think from my photos you can see that Sketch made me a very happy Lady!

Believe it or not, I was kind enough to give a scone to Mother -  She was lucky because I was given THREE scones! Had it have been one or two Mother definitely wouldn't have come close to MY scones! 

I Knew I was onto a winner of a T when it looked this pretty...

  

My brother indulged in the above chocolate cake, he even saved me a slither - what a cutie! It was INSANE - enough said!

My Sister had the eclair type pudding which you can see a glimpse of in the background. I also had a few slithers of this - my taste buds were going WILD! I felt like I was on a CAKE sampling day! I do apologise I don't remember the specific names of their puddings, you've probably guessed I was too wrapped up in my own little scone world! 

Drinking TOO much T it was toilet time but like I said before Sketch guarantees an experience like no other...

Each toilet was in its individual egg shape cubicle. It was surreal and I strangely felt like Willy Wonka was going to appear (not entirely sure why).

After admiring the pretty ceiling for far too long, we made our way back to the Parlour; which by the way was the room we were seated in. Sketch has five rooms:

The Gallery

 The Lecture Room

 The Glade

 The East Bar

The Parlour

I had a glimpse of the other rooms but I need to re visit so I can experience them in full!

Appreciating the quirkiness of Sketch on our walk back...

Anyway, I think it is clear to you all that I LOVED my afternoon at Sketch. If I have tempted you to visit then perhaps you might want to check out the menus HERE.

Now I will leave you to drool over some colourful macaroons... 

Thank you Sketch, I shall be back soon!

Lots of love, 

(All of the above images are my own.)

A festive London trip...

We were feeling a little peckish on our journey to London so we decided that a pit stop was needed. Not for petrol, for BURGERS! This was such a wise decision, the burgers went down a storm! 

My Sister's blue cheese and onion ring burger

Burger cravings?? If so, I urge you to get yourself down to Pitcher and piano! The chunky chips were amazing too, I've been daydreaming about them ever since!

With burger bellies we were back on the road...

Arriving in London I was a little snap happy (as usual) so here I'll treat you to a few of my favourite photos...

HARRODS

Taxi

Oh Harrods I do LOVE you!

SO pretty!

beautiful window displays...

Vogue house looking festive...


It was time to check into St.Pancras Renaissance hotel (I wish) to start getting ready for our night out. We went to JALOUSE club in Mayfair. They have the BEST ceiling...look how pretty it is...

Shine bright like a diamond.

Everyone deserves a drink at Christmas!

Aimee, I, Mandie

Aimee is one of my bestest friends so I'm sure she will be popping up in lots of my posts. She's just like a Sister to myself and Carrie (who is my actual Sister).

Carrie & Aimee - my beautiful sisters!

We had a FAB night in Jalouse, it was one of the best nights I've had in a long time! At 5am we were feeling a tad peckish (when do we not) so we headed to VQ in Chelsea. VQ is open 24 hours a day...so if you happen to find yourself absolutely starving at crazy hours in the morning then this is the place to go!

The 24 hour life...

 Believe it or not Aimee and I resisted the burgers, we ordered the chicken club sandwich...talk about a carbacide day!

And this wasn't even to share, this plate was all for ME!

To accompany the club sarnies...

 The others opted for spaghetti with meatballs. Baring in mind it was now 6am, this seemed like a very odd choice if you ask me!


Wine & dine

I wish I had room for the buttermilk pancakes however I decided sleep sounded like the right thing to do.

I had to pop to A&E this morning for a quick xray! I managed to get glass in my foot and the cankle was on another level! Luckily my poor little fat foot is all ok, I'm just praying this swelling goes down. It's really not a good look!

A quick Nandos to fill our bellies (like we needed more food) then we were back on the road home.

'Driving home for Christmas with a thousand memories'

Oh and I couldn't say no to a few festive snacks to keep me occupied on the journey...

Twinkle Twinkle little bars...

K.L
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Today I'm wearing...

So I'm off to LoNdOn today and I'm rather excited as I haven't visited since the end of October. Believe it or not I have strangely missed the sweaty, claustrophobic tubes! With Christmas approaching in just a couple of days I can only imagine I will be getting pushed and shoved like there is no tomorrow (last minute shoppers please go easy on me). 

So despite the fact it's Winter I've decided to wear minimal layers - an attempt to reduce the hot flushes on the tube! 

Therefore...a tee it is! 

ASOS Peace/Love printed tee £11

My recent purchase...what an absolute bargain! At just £11 I simply couldn't resist! I'm sure the words 'LOVE' and 'PEACE' will help brighten plenty of moods throughout my day - especially the tense last minute shoppers! 

I'm a sucker for leggings! My matte wetlook ones are so comfortable you will rarely see me leave the house without them glued to my legs (they do get washed, I promise). So back on the wetlooks go...

TOPSHOP Panelled Matte Wetlook Leggings £22

I'm also a sucker for hats. When you place a beautiful hat on your head I feel it completes your look perfectly. Now, I fell in love with a couple of hats on ASOS but I found it rather challenging only adding one to my basket. I decided not to be greedy and go for the first one which caught my eye. We all love a bit of leather don't we? So into the basket the leather went. I will admit this is not my usual type of hat and perhaps my Rihanna obsession has gone a little bit too far? 

ASOS Leather cap £24

The question 'Are you a Gangsta' is probably the most common right now...you've got to trust me on this one, I'm not! I just LOVE leather, I LOVE hats so how could I not LOVE this? 

I know Rihanna would be a proud Mumma! 

SO...all very black at the moment and I am fully aware I am not attending a funeral, so lets JaZz this outfit up a little...

I HeArT gold jewellery!

Alice, one of my ReAlLy close friends, bought me a beautiful gold cross pendant necklace. It's one of my favourite pieces of jewellery, so on that goes...

Accessorize cross pendant 

My graffiti nails are still a little dark but hey ho it's an added print...

My non christmasy graffiti nails

I slip my feet into my wine coloured booties to add some colour...

Miss KG 'Fletcher' boots SALE £39

These boots actually do not look as red in real life, I personally would describe them as a 'wine' colour (or perhaps I've just got wine on the mind).

and away we go...

London here we come

Oh surprise, surprise it's raining!

 I will add my studded leather jacket to this look and I'll have a large umbrella to reduce the chance of looking like a complete drowned rat!  

Have a fabulous festive day everyone!

K.L

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Product images taken from the stated brands website.