It’s been a few weeks (er, month) since my Greece and Turkey yachting holiday and it’s taking some serious work to get back into the grind of things…I don’t know if it’s just summer taking it’s toll on me or something about these views… Now most bloggers probably do this post in reverse…as in show […]
BRITISH SUMMER TIME : DRESS CODE
The summer social season is upon us, although it seems mother nature hasn’t gotten the invite yet! Still waiting for some steady sunshine and warm breezes to roll in… Despite the lack of summer weather, it’s still time for all those very classic British events…Polo, Royal Ascot, Henley Regatta, Wimbledon…it’s a steady lineup to keep […]
SUMMER FESTIVAL AT CONNAUGHT VILLAGE
It may not feel like summer quite yet here in London but if you look, you’ll see glimpses of it sneaking up everywhere–the al fresco dining, the open windows, the colorful pendants on small streets, and of course, the festivals. Last week, I spent a day exploring the charming Connaught Village with Andreea {of Dreaming […]
Dressing for Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea is mandatory for anyone living, visiting, or even just passing through London. By my rate, if you live here, you need to be doing at least once a week! It’s something about all those sweet little treats and savory sandwiches, that feels so very proper and completely British. And scones?! What have I even […]
CANARY ISLAND PACKING WITH LITTLE MISTRESS
For the May Bank Holiday, we decided the extra day was all the time we needed to venture a little farther south and really settle in the sunshine. I hadn’t heard much about the Canary Islands before and honestly, just booked the first flight I found there! Gran Canaria was the perfect combination of relaxation […]