French-Inspired Living, Wherever You Are
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 10 of the Best French Pharmacy Serums for Glowing Skin. French pharmacies are renowned for their understated approach to beauty — effective skincare rooted in science, dermatological expertise, and carefully selected ingredients rather than passing trends. From cult classics to newer innovations, French pharmacy skincare …
There are certain places in Provence that seem to exist in their own gentle rhythm, where lavender drifts through the air, fountains quietly murmur beneath cypress trees, and long afternoons dissolve into candlelit evenings. Villa Gallici, tucked away just above the historic heart of Aix-en-Provence, is one of those places. Part grand Italian residence, part …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel post about What To Know When Traveling To Italy: A Practical Travel Guide. Editor’s Note (June 2026): This guide was reviewed and updated in June 2026 to ensure the travel information, recommendations, and resources remain accurate and relevant for visitors planning a trip to Italy. Italy …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and The Velvet Edit May 2026: The Art of Effortless Living. May always feels like a quiet turning point. April still carries a sense of transition — but May invites something softer, more settled. The light lingers a little longer, mornings feel calmer, and there’s a subtle shift in …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and the The Velvet Edit April 2026, a look back at the rituals and moments that shaped the month. There is a particular quality to April that feels difficult to define, yet instantly recognisable. It is not a dramatic shift, nor a clear break from what came before, but …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Why start a blog in 2026? 10 reasons it’s still worth it. It’s easy to assume that blogs belong to another era — something people started in 2010 (or in my case 2015), rather than something you would start today. Social media dominates the headlines. …
This guide to What to See and Do in Los Angeles was originally written after an extended stay and has since been thoughtfully updated to reflect the city as it is today — with a few new discoveries I would happily return to. What to See and Do in Los Angeles: A Local-Inspired Guide There …
There are certain cities that stay with you long after you leave, and for me, Los Angeles is one of them: This guide to where to eat and drink in Los Angeles was originally written after an extended stay in Los Angeles and has been thoughtfully updated to reflect the city as it is today. …
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this guide to what to do on a week-end in Lisbon. A week-end in Lisbon Lisbon is a beautifully atmospheric city, known for its pastel-coloured buildings, sweeping viewpoints, and relaxed way of life. One of its unique advantages is the ability to combine a cultural city break with …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Tips For Road Tripping Around the UK. Road trips are a fantastic way to experience the diversity and beauty of Britain. From rolling countryside and rugged coasts to historic towns and cities, Britain offers endless possibilities for an amazing road trip experience. But no “successful” …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 5 Sustainable Fashion Brands to Know for a More Conscious Wardrobe. Originally published in 2020 | Updated March 2026 This post has been updated to reflect a more current perspective on sustainable fashion and forms part of my wider Sustainable Style Hub, where I share …