The Sun Is Shining …….

We have had the most glorious Saturday brunch sat in the sunshine , clear blue skies and no wind , just very pleasant and still can’t believe it’s the end of March ………. Just loving this first week of spring, the clocks have changed so no more dark mornings and early evenings.

But there is always a downside to this and sadly we could have done with the fashion police out in force with Tasers – seriously I think some people don’t have a full length mirror and what is the trend with women wearing thin fabric nude coloured leggings …….. Just because something has stretch you don’t have to test this to the maximum! It’s like the minute the sun comes out people just rush to the wardrobe and slap on anything ……… exposed wobbly flesh is not a good look …… But it has made me swop some of the wardrobe round and think ahead of what I want for the summer.

The other great news is J.Crew the fabulous US brand are doing free shipping, free returns and duty-free shopping now through April 30^TH- just fabulous easy clothing ……. I have also discovered some other nice bits this week as well.

Bucket Bag €93,00 to €85,00 Leghilà (see more)

You know one of those why didn’t someone do this sooner moment - Leghilà specialise in brightly coloured neoprene accessories - with statement styles for men and women in crazy pop bright’s and neon colour ways (plus everything is machine washable and some reversible – so always looks new). Just love the colours and the styles – they have a website and a shop on the Kings Road, London.

Mint Skull Bracelet By ELKIN £45.00 Kabiri (see more)

Eliisa is a Masters graduate of the Courtauld Institute of Art, with an eight year career styling for The Independent, The Observer, Guardian and many magazines. Elkin was born after Eliisa created some bracelets in a break between pictures on a fashion shoot. She immediately had to make several more for the fashion team, and has been keeping up with the spiralling demand ever since – they come in a number of bright colours – just love the quirkiness.

Belive It Or Not  POA Crow’s Nest (see more)

If you’re looking for a one off piece with some drama this jewellery line is fabulous – Crow’s Nest is a fine jewellery line by Daniel- Philip Belevitch, a designer of Russian heritage – it has real drama and attention to detail – just love this necklace……

Instant Lip Perfection £38.00 NUBO (see more)

This sounds fabulous especially as it has SPF15 – it’s not just a lip stick it comes in a neutral shade so it’s works day or night and the formula plumps, hydrates and protects the lips from the sun’s damage it leaves lips looking shiny and fuller looking.

Monochrome Silk Shirt £135.00 Bastyan (see more)

Just love this shirt it comes in neutral nude and white trim or crisp black and white, with a collar ,tie and cuff detail  it’s perfect to wear with a pencil skirt , smart trousers for work or loose with your skinny jeans and heels – made from 100% Silk Georgette and sized 6 to 14

Hobbs Unlimited Python Maxi Dress, Grey Beige £299.00 John Lewis (see more)

A simple but dramatic halterneck maxi dress with a belt detail and python print – the back is open with a criss-cross fastening – made from 50% cotton, 49% polyester, 1% elastane and sized 8 to 16.

Puffection Dress In Stripe £232.76 J Crew (see more)

Pretty puff sleeves and chic stripes, square neckline and a fit shaped with flattering bust darts finished off with back zip, straight skirt, on-seam pockets, partially lined it falls above knee and is made from cotton and sized US 00 to 12

Café Capri In Big Apple £123.92 J Crew (see more)

Our universally flattering café capri crafted from pebbled cotton piqué (with a hint of stretch) in a playful pattern we discovered in the archives of one of Italy's top mills—Como-based Ratti—known the world over for its luxe fabrics and intricate, one-of-a-kind prints. They have belt loops, a  zip fly and slant pockets, back welt pockets. They sit just above hip and are fitted through hip and thigh, with a skinny, cropped leg- 27" inseam- sized US 00 to 14

Maritime-Stripe Blazer £98.80 J Crew (see more)

Must-have blazer of the season, crafted in a heavyweight slub cotton with totally see-worthy yarn-dyed stripes for a hint of Parisian polish- Long sleeves, welt flap pockets and  functional buttons at cuffs- finished off with a back vent- sized US extra extra small to extra-large.

Seville Canvas And Satin Wedge Espadrilles £115.54 J Crew (see more)

A round-toe espadrille in chic stripe canvas with a satin toe cap with a leg-lengthening jute wedge and an exterior platform for an extra boost, it has a canvas and silk satin upper and leather lining- 3 3/4" jute heel with an exterior platform for extra comfort, finished off with a rubber sole for traction – sized US 5 to 11