Before being chased out of the parking lot because we weren’t allowed to take photos there, I had the opportunity to prance around in my favourite evening gown for a good half hour. Enchanting jewellery and a beautiful dress might seem inconsequential for a woman in her twenties but let me highlight the fact that…Read More
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Desperately seeking Maxine
On Monday I celebrated my 24th birthday and, as per usual, with another rotation around the sun came the much anticipted plague of anxiety and intense self-reflection one tends to experience when turning a year older. Here I sit, ensconced in my bedroom with the fireplace ablaze and an ominous sky capturing my attention…Read More
The Dream Dress
The effortlessly cool wrap dress has once again flooded our instagram feeds and bloggers and brands are waxing lyrical about all the reasons we should have one – and they wouldn’t be wrong. Few styles stand the test of time and surpass current trends quite like the wrap dress. While it has been in existence…Read More
Cocktail Hour
It was only a few days ago that I noticed the creepers that once choked my bathroom window were now receding into a skeletal shadow of their once luscious appearance. The leaves of the Plain trees that line our neighbourhood’s roads are turning a reddish brown colour and falling down forming an orange blanket on…Read More
Keeping Things Cool With Linen
Linen has been my fabric of choice this summer, and while I’d much rather walk around in a bikini all day, a linen blouse or dress will more than suffice. Worn for it’s ability to keep you cool even in the warmest weather, linen is one of the most desired summer fabrics. Due to the weave…Read More
A quick and simple way to make kombucha
Kombucha has swiftly become my favourite beverage, with it’s distinct tart yet sweet flavour and effervescent mouth feel. But that’s not the only thing I love about it; known as the ”Immortal Health Elixir” by the Chinese, Kombucha is loaded with antioxidants, B vitamins and good bacteria called probiotics which are essential for a healthy gut…Read More
