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Monday, 10 March 2014

Bombers away!

My new hero piece for this week is a dashing piece of kit from Baum Und Pfedergarten, a Danish label known for their fearless approach to current trends, and currently celebrating a marked climb to popularity over the last few seasons. But the winner for me is, clearly, their bomber jacket.

Although a piece from their winter collection, I have enjoyed wearing this jacket in both rain and shine, as the stunning emerald colour truly stands out when the sun is high in the sky. Within two consecutive days of throwing the jacket on, I had two people stop and ask me where they could get their hands on it, and I couldn't help but let out a subtle smile and dared to reveal my secrets.

So, seeing as I have already spilled to two others, I thought I should share with you all, too. A great piece for all ages, it may even be the perfect Mother's Day present for all the yummy mummies out there. I wear it with a fabulous hat, and push the sleeves up to the elbow.

Jacket (Baum und Pfedergarten), Fur collar (Twinset), wide brim hat (Miss Selfridge)

Photo credit: Goody Two-Choos

Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Goodwill's gone viral!

WestJet airline has outdone itself this year, an impressive feat after last year's Toronto-based flash mob. By placing an electronic Santa chatbox at the departure gate of two Canadian airports, passengers were brought to tears (of joy) when their Christmas wishes were made into a reality.

The short YouTube clip has taken this story worldwide, and over the course of the day the WestJet Christmas 'miracle' video has received over 7.6 million hits.

It was a wonderful PR stunt which left me with a warm feeling inside. Watching men, women and children of all ages enjoy the spirit of giving, it was just last night I was having a conversation about how the Christmas magic sadly disappears after childhood. I am happily proven very, very wrong.

All I want to know is, what will they do next year?

Video credit: West Jet

Sunday, 1 December 2013

10 of the best... Christmas Cards

It is now officially December, which means you no longer have an excuse to ignore the list of people you want to send Chritmas cards to. Yes, it is the most mundane part of the season, but for me it is one of the most important. It's the only time of year you have an excuse to write to people you never see but care very deeply for, without seeming rude or irritatingly clingy. Plus, what is Christmas for, if not to remind loved ones they are in your thoughts?

So, avoid the tacky 'pose and smile' family cards, because nobody wants to think your family is perfect while theirs is dysfunctional. Also a no-no are cheesy pictures of seasonal paraphernalia covered in glitter to make it look less cheap, and a definite no is the writing 'Dear X, from Y'. If that's all you've got to say, don't waste money on a stamp.

With that said, stop procrastinating and write those cards!