Mention Beirut and what do you think of? Urban ruin, war and destruction? After news of the recent tragedy in the capital, I realised I’ve never associated…
Today, we’re discovering a sexy, socially conscious coffee-table book called Vintage Black Glamour, which came out in 2014 (and I only just discovered…) having started life as a…
When the Willard Psychiatric Centre in Upstate New York closed in 1995 in preparation to be turned into a rehabilitation centre, one of its staff unlocked an attic…
I recently stumbled on an archive of old photos dedicated to a fancy looking department store similar to Selfridges in London, that turns out was open in Brighton…
I love getting dressed up and going to the theatre (box of Maltesers in handbag). But… even with a great play in full swing, I can’t help getting…
I’ve just got back from Marrakech – blog post coming soon! – where it was 30 degrees every day. It’s pretty cold in England by comparison, so I’m…
Audrey Hepburn might be the world’s biggest Hollywood star, but what’s little-known is that she once took a day trip to Brighton. I know! What a jaw…
Most people who know me, know I’m obsessed with New York. I visit once a year (I’d go more if I could…) and I’m always adding to my…
Dan and I went to Mumbai and Kerala for our honeymoon eight years ago (where we found one of these!), so India will always hold a special place…