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Playing with pleats. I’ve ordered a few pleated skirts to try. I love them. Especially when they are pink AND taffeta?! What a joyous combination. I’m dreaming of spring days and garden parties ( who am I kidding?) but for now a feather cardi, tights and boots will have to suffice. The trick with pleats is where they start on the tummy and hips. More to come on this x ...

Yesterday we said goodbye to my wonderful Uncle William. A true original. A real character, who would talk to anyone and was always interested in what they said. Super smart with a wicked sense of humour. I shall miss our chats ( which I regret there weren’t enough of) that mischievous twinkle in his eye, the impish grin, his enthusiastic dancing and his innate generosity. Funerals always make me think about how I would like to be remembered. If I only had half of the tributes that poured in from friends and family I would consider my life a success. Rest in peace dearest William x ...

If, like me, you haven’t finished your Christmas shopping here are a few recommendations. First up the perfect pyjamas from Breathe Living, sustainable and made in the UK ( I am lucky enough to have two pairs as I used to work with the founder, Ashley) They have an elasticated back waist so fit perfectly and don’t move around as you sleep. Try their monogrammed herringbone styles too! I’ve been using Willowberry’s cleanser for a while and it has become a nightly treat to spend time massaging it into my skin. It literally laps it up and leaves it plumped. The Votary serum is wonderful for the mornings -especially after no sleep when I look flat and haggard. It perks me up no end. Some dog walking boots that are stylish and practical are on my wish list. Sorel and Otherstories both have strong designs and the fluffy trainers from Free People, utterly impractical, but likely to put a spring in your step in grey January. I couldn’t resist slipping some slippers in here. What’s better than kicking off your shoes and putting your toasties on as soon as you get in? The Samsoe and Samsoe quilted down slippers from Curated Woman are also on my list - how cute are they? Lots of lovely colours on offer too. Plumo have this mint coloured fluffball indoor shoe - a mood lifter if ever I saw one. And you can’t beat an Ugg for padding around in. If nothing else a sparkly earring or ring adds a bit of pizzazz to your outfit - Swarovski are killing it right now, the black ones are super chic from Shrimps and Isabel Marant’s melting earrings always pack a punch. Lastly a couple of slightly random pink items. Pink cashmere from The People’s Republic of Cashmere - good value and easy shapes and a joyful fuchsia sock from Olivia Morris Home. Happy shopping! X ...