Saturday 30 January 2010

Little Venice

The weekend started in a very relaxing and peaceful way.

This morning Rob and I decided to explore the wonderful area of Maida Vale. We have been living in London for over five years now and I cannot believe we never made it to this beautiful residential district in north-west London, where all the houses are white and wonderful. The southern part of Maida Vale is known as Little Venice and this is where we fell in love with the area. Canals and boat-houses are everywehere here and the atmosphere is simply breathtaking.



We wandered around for a good hour until we found a cosy cafe' on a little boat where we enjoyed a full English breakfast. The weather was glorious, cold yes, but sunny and bright. From the little window next to our round wood table all we could see were swans and boat houses, it was so peaceful. If I were I boy, I would propose to my girlfriend here!

We then walked down to Edgware road. I read on a magazine about a new chocolaterie, Cocomaya, just yesterday and knew I had to pay a visit soon. This double shop, baker + chocolaterie, has soon become one of my favourite spots in London and despite the outrageous prices, I know I will go back again and again. We had an espresso and a cocoa and marzipan chocolate, plus two complimetary brownies. The ambience is surreal and apparently the shop is a celebrities fave! Another reason to go back.



From Edgware road we walked down to Victoria crossing the most elegant streets of west London. Seriously, this is a fantastic city!! Yes, of course I wish I could be in a 4 bedroom house in Maida Vale rather than in my tiny place in south London, but for now...this is all I can do!

So, two recommendations if you live in London or are planning a visit: Maida Vale and Cocomaya.

Tomorrow: Battersea Park. You can never get bored in London!

Sunday 24 January 2010

Alexa is out!


I love it for two reasons: a) It's Mulberry b) It's named after one of the coolest girls ever!
In my wish list now...I'd better start saving now!

Wednesday 20 January 2010

Trompe L'Oeil

Check oasis for some serious and affordable Trompe L'Oeil effect!

Thursday 14 January 2010

That special place in your heart



Currently loving the works by Bombus.
Is there a special place in the world that is particularly meaningful to you? The place where you were born, you grew up, you went to school, you had your first love, your favourite holiday town, your happy spot in the world? You can't go back there that often? Then, frame it in your heart!

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Friday 8 January 2010

TBA - To Be Adored


I am currently in love with this brand.
Available in Urban Outfitters stores and online on asos.

Tuesday 5 January 2010

White London

{picture from here}
It is snowing in London and I love it!

What's the weather like where you live?

Saturday 2 January 2010

Cool children's wear


Was browsing in the children section at Selfridges today and fell in love with the collection by Chloe'. It is simply divine! A real treat!

Friday 1 January 2010

Happy New Year


{photo from Martha Stewart}
I hope you all had a very fun New Year's Eve and wish you a very succesful and peaceful 2010!!!