Are you a fan of a matchy-matchy outfit? There was a time when wearing coordinates meant that you lacked creativity according to the fashion police. Journalists would plaster pics of celebrities in bold print co-ordinates and brandish them fashion flops.
The Royal British Legion: more than poppies in November
Remembrance seems so present in the month of November with poppies everywhere and Remembrance Services popping up in every neighbourhood. The British Legion are behind the original poppy appeal. The British Legion was formed on 15 May 1921, bringing together four national organisations of ex-Servicemen that had established themselves after the First World War. Launched with […]
School run clothing: keeping it easy
The school run is one of those times you see all sorts of sights. From people in their pyjamas and slippers, to those in full make up and designer clothing. There really is a huge spectrum of clothing. Where do you sit on the spectrum? What’s your approach? There are lots of parents who don’t […]
Christmas jumpers – are you in the club?
What’s your view on Christmas jumpers? I don’t know whether Christmas jumpers have, like Halloween, just become more of a thing in the last few years, or whether I was just totally oblivious to it all in the past. It certainly seems to be a ‘thing’ now with Christmas jumpers in most clothing stores. We’ve […]
Dressing your child for playgroup or nursery: what you need to know
Many of us send our children to nursery or playgroup at some point before they start school. As much as we are the first educators of our children, and we teach them new things everyday, a nursery or playgroup can be hugely beneficial. Even if they only attend for a couple of hours a few […]
7 Items under £70 that will instantly refresh your wardrobe
Like many mums, I’m not the best shopper after having children. It’s not that I don’t like nice clothes or fashion, I really do. It’s more that I always feel as if I should make do. There is always something more important to spend money on. The other reason is that, as someone who still […]
How to get rid of clothes moths
Last summer a friend of mine told me that she had to throw away tons of her clothes after she’d discovered a moth infestation. Can you imagine? Now, I have to say I’d never really considered it before but it seems that this year there has been a huge problem. This summer’s record temperatures seem […]
Comfy clothes for little people
The summer months can mean warmer weather, travel and longer days as we try to make the most of holiday time. We all like to dress our children nicely but that doesn’t mean clothes can’t also be comfortable. Comfy clothes for little ones are a must when the weather is warm and especially when travelling. […]