Boys, boys, boys

I've taken to raiding my boyfriend James' wardrobe of late. I've always loved wearing his jumpers round the house. They're just so much cosier than mine. But now I've moved on to stealing his shirts. I mainly wear them with jeans and my brogues although they look especially good with killer heels and a slap of lippy. I don't think there's much sexier than that morning after look. Now that I'm confessing I've actually been wearing his jeans to sloth around in too. They're just so slouchy and comfortable! And I've cut an old pair into jean shorts to wear in Australia. (He does know this by the way!) I don't think it is an uncommon habit but for me it definitely began when I used to wear my dad's Bonds singlets to bed as a kid. He didn't seem to mind but its fair to say James isn't a fan of me nicking his kit. At least I haven't spilt a roast dinner down the front like my friend Jade did while wearing her poor fella Chris' top! Count yourself lucky James, I say! P.S. The weather in London is absolutely miserable at the moment - freezing and pissing down with rain. Bring on Australia - I leave on the 18th... 15 days... x

Manning Cartell

I'm from Perth but as I've been living in London for three and a half years a lot has passed me by on the Australian fashion front. Loads of labels don't stock over here which doesn't help. But I try to keep in the loop as much as possible through my beautiful sisters. One of my favourite labels that has cropped up since I've been away is Manning Cartell - I will be at their Paddington shop like a shot when I get to Sydney! I love their mix of romantic shapes and playful patterns and there are at least a few sex kitten dresses in the latest collection which are to die for. I also love that the label was set up by three sisters. It makes me want to do the same with mine (although there are four of us!) Check out the website. And fingers crossed they are having the sale of the century when I'm in town! x

Just Cos

These wedges from Cos are awesome. I love the wooden heel and the height although I reckon I'd break an ankle. They're a little pricey for me at £129 so I might hit them up in the post-Christmas sale (or get a mate to as I'll be in Sydney!!) They'd look hot with a little dress and tights or skinny jeans. I was back at work today although I'm still suffering this bitch of a cold. I must admit the social interaction was a nice change - I was going slowly mad at home by myself! x

Santa Croce

Cupcakes

I met a few friends, Julie, Lucie and Jade, at Ottolenghi on Upper St for lunch today and as usual it was amazing. I didn't actually eat one of these lovelies but don't they look delicious? I had a selection of four tasty salads - a couscous one with pistachios, one with squash, pine nuts and a gorgonzola dressing, an aubergine one with feta and a beetroot number. Anyway, this is Julie and Lucie. They're glamourous Parisians I met years ago when I was traveling around Spain. They're in London for a whirlwind weekend and I'm heading to Paris next week so I'll get to see them twice in two weeks! Well actually three times as they're coming round for tea tonight, along with Jade and her boyfriend Chris and Tanya and Rich. Better get the dinner on!!! P.S Lucie had the most gorgeous Zara short sleeved cape style coat on. She was shy so I didn't take a picture but I might tonight? x

Lazy summer afternoon

Alexa's locks

So, as I've said already, my number one girl crush is Garance (who took this lovely photo) but coming a close second is Alexa Chung. Apart from her awesome what seems like effortless style I adore her hair and am thinking of getting mine cut in a similar way - I have an appointment in a few weeks in Sydney which I am unbelievably excited about as my hair is so mousy and unkempt! What do you think? The only problem is that my locks are dead straight - I reckon Ms Chung has a bit of a natural wave - and I am so not a high maintenance fille when it comes to haircare. Oh f*$^ it - I'll give it a go! Will show you the results - if it doesn't look horrendous! P.S. am feeling slightly better today although still on the couch. Sniff, sniff. x