As we reach the half way point of arguably dreariest month of the year, seeking comfort and joy in the small things is more important than ever. With fewer distractions and a slower tempo, we can recharge our batteries and fully enjoy the pleasures of cooking hearty, nourishing meals, catch up with friends over a coffee or glass of wine, and sit down and reflect on what this new year might bring our way. When we eventually have to venture outside, it will be bundled up in soft jumpers and big fluffy coats whilst daydreaming about the warmth of the sun.
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The season of mist and mellow fruitfulness is finally upon us; also known as the season of crisp air, tea and hot crumpets and of course, knitted jumpers and vintage blazers. Time to cosy up on the sofa and have a look at some things that have caught my eye recently…
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This is the month to celebrate rewearing, donating and restyling your current wardrobe as well as embracing the joy of purchasing second hand clothing. We’ve put together a little mood board to get you inspired for the new autumn season…
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This week I am inspired by Kate Moss off duty in the 90s, a summer nibbles still life, glossy green Prada Mary Janes, a Picasso and Jean Cocteau print, Isabel Marant cowboy boots in pink suede, Lovö armchairs by Axel Einar Hjort, Prada AW23 on the catwalk , a dog illustration by Luke Edward Hall, a brown suede Hermes clutch, white silk ruffle dresses with boots and a vintage Saks logo.
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This week I am inspired by pleated a Molly Goddard dress from the AW18 collection, the OASE Magazine cover from 1991, an Italian brass mirror, a Picasso poster from 1957, the Kinetics lounge chairs from the 1970s, Amanda Goodge for WSJ Magazine 2017, a Gilbert Poillerat 1940s Metal Armchair, a Venetian wedding, a duck egg blue blazer over white jeans and a vintage Balenciaga evening coat.
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This week I am inspired by bright yellow Mimosa, Old Céline campaigns, baby blue cardis from Deima Knitwear, pearls in a pod, the crochet designs of Fendi SS21, the simple aesthetic of Lié Studio and crimson red Prada peonies.
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This week I am inspired by some of the classic style icons; Brigitte Bardot wearing a mini skirt, Jackie O in a silk gingham flowy dress, Gwyneth’s Kelly bag, Julia Roberts’ velvet blazer with razor collar, Carolyn Besette Kennedy’s faded denim and 90’s sunglasses, Elle’s red Adidas Galzelle sneakers, SJP’s tuxedo blazer and of course the inimitable style of Franca Sozzani…
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This week I am inspired by new beginnings and the promise of spring, Parrot tulips in a ceramic vase, white silk on tanned skin, a spread of fresh oysters in Martha’s Vineyard, washed hair tied in a velvet ribbon, vintage Vivienne Westwood on the catwalk, party Kate Moss and the end of (dry) January, the dream of a vegetable patch, a bespoke cloud coffee table and a mint silk chiffon dress blowing in a breeze…
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This week I am inspired by everything winter and snow 🖤 Brigitte Bardot on the slopes, Zermatt in the 50s and some great vintage ski outfits.
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This week I am inspired by: Romanian floral headpieces, Faye Wei Wei, Blanca Miro’s all white outfit, revival style jewellery and silk print patterns 🖤
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This week I am inspired by: The vintage copper jelly moulds in the kitchen of Skye McAlpine, the Zazi Vintage collaboration with Moroccan rug maker Limala, a snapshot of the studio of Luke Edward Hall, Aimee Lou Wood for the Vampires Wife, and a vintage photo of Martha Stewart preparing for Thanksgiving. 🖤
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One of the hardest things to find sustainable options for is swimwear. Along with underwear and workout clothes, these are items that you’d rather not source second hand! Unfortunately, swimwear for the last 50 years have been made almost exclusively made out of plastic based materials, with no natural fibres in sight.
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This week we chat to Sophie Elliott, PR guru and co-founder of The Sette. The Sette is an online shop for artisan and unique kitchen and tableware, with focus on fun and original, yet classic designs. The Sette offers a curation of both table and cookware, seamlessly bridging the previous gap between the two. Sophie and Cloe’s main mission is to bring people around the kitchen table and create lasting memories with an aesthetic that is laid back and timeless - yet a little fun.
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So excited to bring you the first small selection of made to order dresses from the brand. The pieces are all handmade in East London using either vintage or end of roll Liberty Tana Lawn cotton. They are special items to love and cherish for a long time, and perfect for any occasion!
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This week we chat to Jemima Herbert, co-founder of LAY London, about some of her favourite things, and how to make hosting even more special. LAY is London’s first tablescape rental company, which delivers colourful party settings straight to your door, set up by Jemima and her sister Alice. They both grew up in the countryside and were always encouraged to be creative whether it be mad Easter tables at home or over-the-top birthday celebrations; more was always more in the Herbert household. With a mum who had an amazing ability to make the little things feel special, how to make decorative dining tables and personal interior touches were instilled in them from an early age, and the interest grew even more later on when they started hosting friends in their own homes.
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Whilst going down one of many rabbit holes on Pinterest recently (this one concerned paintings of Victorian lovers’ eyes - can highly recommend) I discovered the work of artist Fatima Ronquillo. Fatima is a self-taught painter who combines old master techniques with a playful modern sensibility to create a world where art history meets with imagined characters from literature, theatre and opera.
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I don’t know how many times in 2020 I made these cinnamon buns, but it is definitely one of the few things that I can now proudly add to my baking repertoire. Swedish cinnamon buns (they also have to include cardamom, an unusual ingredient for sweet things in this part of the world) are a traditional treat, usually consumed when having fika - a short break with a coffee and something sweet. Fika is an institution in Sweden and is a chance to catch up with colleagues, family or friends to share a hot drink and a sweet bun or cake, usually more than once a day. My mum even craves a pre-fika around 11 (I guess it’s her version of elevenses) before her proper fika in the afternoon. Anyway, these buns will make a perfect treat with a cup of tea or coffee, and making them is a labour of love so be prepared to devote a few hours in total to create these heavenly cinnamon swirls.
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This week we chat to Serena Guen, founder of SUITCASE magazine. Born in London to an international family, Serena was lucky enough to grow up frequently visiting her grandparents who were scattered around the world. As her father travelled a lot for work and was keen to share the experiences he encountered, he would often revisit destinations and bring his family along. Serena went to New York University for her undergraduate degree and ended up spending two years in Paris and two years in New York. She found the ambition and tempo in New York completely contagious, and as a result there and then decided to start her own business.
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