Design, Interiors, Fashion & Lifestyle
Paris Design week September 2023 was a blast. It was only a short trip for me, as I was mainly there to check up on my Paris apartment refurbishment. Follow me here at My Paris With Me to see my apartment progress. So here’s my favourite finds in a day. […]
Ever thought of buying an apartment in Paris? Many of you who follow my instagram probably know that I have bought an apartment in Paris. This post will detail my journey and the steps and processes to buying an apartment in Paris. The first step to buying a property in […]
Did you know that the UK produces some amazing quality sparkling wines? That’s what I discovered on a recent trip to Tinwood Estate vineyard in West Sussex. I never thought our UK weather would be compatible with growing grapes. How wrong I was.Seeing is believing. I snapped this photo at […]
I’ve discovered the term “Savoir-faire” at this year’s Maison et Objet and Paris Design week, and I like it. Savoir quite simply is ‘knowing’, and faire is ‘how to do’. Essentially, in the Design world context, it’s about the preserved generational craftsmanship and artisanal skills. It was so amazing to […]
Finally, the report from my recent press trip to Maison & Objet and Paris Design week September 2022 is here. I’ve decided to do a round up of my favourite finds that I would want in my own home too. Paris Design Week ran alongside Maison & Objet, so it […]
I’ve just returned from the fabulous Chelsea flower show 2022. Love this beautiful floral installation by Veevers Carter in celebration of the Queen’s passion for nature. This brings me back to the floral display of the Queen’s head when I attended Chelsea Flower Show 2016. Rather than show you all […]
I’ve just returned from Maison et Objet 2022 in Paris. This year was special because Maison et Objet hosted both the trade show in the exhibition centre at Parc des Expositions, as well as a showcase of design in the city called “Maison et Objet in the city”. Rather than […]
Lunar New Year starts on February 1st 2022 and this year it’s the Year of the Tiger. I thought I’d do a round up of the cool restaurants in London with special Lunar New year menus that I will be visiting with my family to celebrate. First up is the […]
Prêt-a-Portea at The Berkeley is the place to go to for an elegant, fashion-inspired afternoon tea in London.Located in the Collins Room of the Berkeley, Prêt-à-Portea is such a treat, serving up tasty canapés, savouries, finger sandwiches, divine sweet pastries & loose leaf teas. You can also order a glass […]
I was so excited to check out the Hand & Lock Prize for Embroidery Exhibition at London’s iconic Bargehouse. Hand & Lock is one of London’s premier embroidery house since 1767.Unsurprisingly, their clients include the Royal family, Armed forces and even Savile Row.The exhibition was a showcase of embroidery talents […]
I recently discovered Anya Hindmarch Home whilst in South London, attending The Chelsea Flower Show. They sell some really beautiful pieces of home luxury items, such as silk sleeping eye masks, hot water bottles, soft blankets to scented candles. Every piece has a quirky cool element to it, from googly […]
Crockers Henley, an award winning restaurant with rooms ticked all the boxes for a great U.K staycation. I couldn’t ask for more with its stylish and luxurious interiors and an opportunity to sample the famed tasting menu at the Chef’s table. There are 7 bedrooms at Crockers, all decorated to […]