As we transition from Summer to Autumn, it’s not always easy to decide what new pieces to invest in and how to make sure that we spend our money wisely to get the new season look, so here are our tips on transitioning to Autumn with Marks & Spencer. Versatility and transitioning to Autumn …
Back to school with Stradivarius
It’s that time of year when the preparations for back to school are at a high and a key question is what to wear! Even if you’re not going back to school, it’s the time of year that feels like a fresh start so why not treat yourself to a new outfit from the Autumn-Winter collections? If …
Meghna Jewels – Luxury Jewellery
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and this feature about Luxury Jewellery from Meghna Jewels. I am so excited to have received this fiercely gorgeous “Envy cuff” bracelet from Meghna Jewels and to share with you a 15% off discount code, valid indefinitely! Meghna Jewels – Fiercely gorgeous jewelry Read on for more information about …
What to do in Sorrento – the gateway to the Amalfi Coast
Sorrento is often the starting point for a trip to the beautiful Amalfi Coast, as from here you can easily visit Pompeii, Capri, Ischia, Naples, Positano, Amalfi and more destinations by ferry/ hydrofoil and in some cases by bus or private transfers. Read on for what to do in Sorrento, suggested day trips and where to …
Capri in a day : La dolce vita
The beautiful island of Capri is often associated with ‘la dolce vita’ (even though the original film was set in Rome), and a visit to Capri makes the perfect day trip from the Amalfi coast (with ferries and hydrofoils from Naples, Ischia, Procida, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi). My initial experience on arrival, however, did not quite …
Chantilly Revisited – the gardens and the flower exhibition
This post is taken in the same place as my previous post, and specifically in the grounds of the castle of Chantilly. If you remember, I recently spent a day visiting the town of Chantilly, which is about 40 kms north of Paris (half an hour outside Paris by train), and I promised to share …
Ruffles and Chantilly
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this post about Ruffles and Chantilly. I recently spent a day visiting the town of Chantilly, which is about 40 kms north of Paris (half an hour outside Paris by train). The town itself is very pretty but the jewel in it’s crown is without doubt the impressive …
A day out in Bergues
The fortified town of Bergues is perhaps most famous for the filming of ‘Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis’ (or ‘Welcome to the sticks’), a 2008 French comedy film directed, co-written by, and starring Dany Boon. Much of the shooting took place in Bergues and you can follow a guided tour to visit some of the sites, such …
Best skirts for your body shape
From bodycon skirts to pencil skirts, A-line skirts and flowing maxi skirts, there is an almost bewildering selection of skirts in the shops. But, sometimes one that looks so perfect on the model in the shop window doesn’t look quite the same on you. The trick is to choose one which flatters your body shape. Read on …
How to dress for the party season
It’s that time of year when the Christmas parties are fast approaching and the thorny question of what to wear rears its ugly head. So, here are our tips for How to dress for the party season. How to dress for the party season It’s not always that easy to decide on what to wear …
Boho vibes revisited with Zaful
If you remember, I recently wrote about a boho dress from Zaful (here) and received a lot of positive feedback, so when Zaful offered me the chance to review another of their products, I naturally gravitated towards another ‘boho’ dress, but this time with 3/4 length bell sleeves! Read on for more photos and details about this boho vibes revisited …













