FRENCH-INSPIRED STYLE, BEAUTY, TRAVEL & LIVING
There has never been a better time to declutter your wardrobe (and make a little extra income). Firstly, many of us are at home with the current pandemic, and decluttering your wardrobe is very therapeutic and a good distraction! It can even be fun! Secondly, for many of us we are at the time of …
Although travel is off the agenda at the moment, these 3 European capital cities should definitely be on your bucket list for when we can travel again. 3 European Capital Cities to add to your bucket list. Head to Rome for an amazing cultural experience Without a doubt, Rome is one of the most popular …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, where today I want to share with you my 5 Top Tips to stay sane when you are feeling overwhelmed. Let’s be honest, the world is not calming down, the economy is unpredictable and many of us are feeling overwhelmed, unsure and even burned out from constantly adjusting. But, the key …
“How to dress like a Parisian” is one of our most popular posts, so I thought that I would share 5 French brands you should know about with you today. Before, I go into any detail though, I would just like to say there are lots more than 5 French brands you should know about, …
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 things to remove from your wardrobe today. Do you know that one of the best things you can do to improve your personal style is completely free! Going through your wardrobe and removing anything that doesn’t serve you isn’t just very therapeutic but it …
There are different types of travellers and each have their own preference and reasons for travelling. You may find one who is motivated by thrill, self-improvement or even escapism. You may find that the way each type of traveller looks at destinations may be unique from others. Let’s take a look at some of the …
So, as Valentine’s Day is now just over two weeks away, I thought it was time to share some Valentine’s Day looks you’ll love, whether you’re planning a romantic date, a Galentine’s night with your favourite girls or spending the night with Netflix and Ben and Jerry, there’s an outfit here that will fit the …
In my recent post on 12 European Places to visit in 2020, in January I recommended looking for Winter Sun in Tenerife (a Spanish Island). So, here is bit more information on what to see and do in Tenerife. If you have had enough of the January cold and you want to skip the winter …
There’s something about “French style” that is endlessly intriguing and there are countless magazine articles and books on how to “dress like a Parisian”, “get the French look”, “dress like a French girl” etc. I’ve lived in France for over a quarter of a century, and when it comes down to it, of course, French women …
Make 2020 your year of travel. Whether you’re planning a city break, a family holiday, a cultural trip, a romantic getaway or a beach holiday, here are some suggested European Places to visit in 2020. I’ve given one suggestion per month, but for most destinations any month is equally valid. I limited my picks to 12 places …
Today I want to share with you a story about Swan Lake and the legend of the flottins and flottines, little creatures who arrived at Evian on the shores of Lake Geneva and saved Christmas one winter night. The story takes place in Evian les Bains, a beautiful alpine town on the shores of Lake …
Have you heard of Rachel Zoe’s Box of Style? The Box of Style is a quarterly subscription box, curated by Rachel Zoe and her team featuring over $400 of seasonal fashion and beauty finds for just $99.99. They kindly sent me the Winter Box of Style for review. As a Personal Stylist, I often find …
