So, when it comes to fashion I pretty much have always had a sense of who I am and what I like. I sorta always just accepted my eccentricity, my innate desire for vibrancy and the escape that fantasy provides. My eclectic mix of styles, periods, colour and texture follow no real rules just instinct. Maybe I was just born with this confidence, maybe it exists within most children and I just haven’t evolved into your typical ‘adult’ sense of style or maybe it was as simple as

It’s been just over a decade since I was last a bride … and if I were to do it again, which I have no intention of doing might I add, I would definitely rock this modernised Retro Raani inspired look that I pulled together on a whim as I do most things. This might very well be the year that many of you might be getting married so here are some of my top tips to looking like a million bucks without blowing the bank. The Dress – Upcycle – Recycle Baby Fact – It’s not all about

Now ladies, insight tells me that at least 95% of you are of the stronger sex ...I don’t know what station in life you may be at, if you’ve missed your train, if you're travelling by coach or 1st class … but here comes the express or should I say the “Orient Express” version of what’s been heavy on my heart this week Life can be tough; we all go through some pain, heartbreak, rejection and self-doubt at times. Some of us may have faced life threatening illnesses, the loss of

Yep it's one of those times; probably the flu and pms but I most certainly have been feeling the blues. I have been sick since Christmas eve and just can’t shake this feeling off. I guess the lesson I'm learning is to press pause – faith and patience are God’s greatest tests in strength and endurance. Knowing when your body, mind and soul need a pause and rewind is vital. But it’s time now for me to press play – slow and steady - I am gonna get up and get dressed and that’s

Two days till Christmas and I am feeling like a kid again. I see the real magic of Christmas in the eyes of my kids, the pure unadulterated excitement and the belief that all things are in fact possible. It’s time to ignite some of that magic into your heart and into your home. Love more, bless more and stress less – HAKUNA MATATA – no worries for the rest of your days …. mom mode singing. If you have left the shopping to the last minute and haven’t decided what’s on th

OMG we are so in the swing of the silly season, so best I take a deep breath and remind myself not to sweat the small stuff. But in actuality sometimes, it's all about the stuff and every ounce of me wants to rebel. Yes, over-consumerism is alive and kicking. We live in a seriously fast paced world – forget fast food – fast fashion is the real thing. So, hold up, one can in fact be inspired by the latest trends without the need to offend one’s credit card. Talking about tr