French Living, Wherever You Are
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 …
Set in an oasis of calm in the centre of Nice, the Hotel WindsoR is a charming four star “belle époque” hotel, just a stones throw from the sea front. It was truly the perfect place for a weekend break after a long week! It was heavenly to soak up the calm atmosphere and some …
Three affordable jewellery brands you should know about When it comes to styling, jewellery is the icing on the cake, and enables you to inject a bit of your personality into your look. We all have different tastes in jewellery, some like classic, simple jewellery, others like statement pieces, some like silver, some like gold …
Vienna, renowned for its breathtaking beauty, stunning architecture, delicious cakes (try the ‘sacher-torte‘ – you’ll thank me later!) and rich cultural legacy, is an ideal European travel destination, and here are my top 5 reasons to visit Vienna. Due to its central location in Europe, Vienna is a very popular destination for visitors from all over the …
How to drop a dress size without dieting with these simple style tricks As a Personal Stylist, I often work with women who have been through a transitional period and have put on weight because they have had a baby, been through a stressful event, suffered from illness or been through the menopause. The good …
Vietnam is a tropical paradise nation with so much to offer the tourist, with pristine, unspoilt beaches and lush tropical jungle, and if you are into old architecture, there are some stunning buildings, particularly the temples. Here is a brief guide to some of the best temples to add to your list of must-visit …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to wearing satin. Satin is often regarded as a material that is exclusive to glitzy social events, yet this free-flowing fabric can be worn in a number of ways. Layering with satin is a trend that was started a couple of years ago, and we are …
