16th July 2010

Running late for work but time for quick snap before dashing out of the door. I also managed to change the jacket to black and throw on a long necklace too - cream feels a bit overpowering against the red for some reason. Very indecisive of late.

The shoes are not that clear but are very comfy Russell & Bromley peep toe wedges. Apparently the shoe to be seen in this summer (Guardian fashion pages) and I have to admit that they are rather gorgeous although they do dye your feet black. I've said it before but I love a high heel you can run in.

Been feeling rather freaked out by the red hair but Bun has said I have to give it a month. So that's what I'll do then!

15th July 2010

7th July 2010

Bunny had a shock when he arrived home from work to find me sunbathing in the garden. I've wanted to be a red head for years (big Karen Elson fan while growing up) and had made a secret pact with myself that once my braces were off I'd do it. I forgot to mention that in last post - braces have gone so already every outfit looks better as I now have a smile I can bare to properly share. I had not really planned to go red on this day but my hairdresser persuaded me so I thought what have I got to lose. I do love it but I'm not sure yet if it's here to stay long term. My fringe needs to grow a little to start with and also managed to lose a chunk of eyebrow which might be cool with the kids but not so cool with me.

The sunglasses are my 'Wang' sunnies according to Bun. Alas they are actually Whistles not Wang. I think the black frames work with the red hair better than they would with brown.

Being a red head has meant not too surprisingly ransacking my wardrobe to establish what works best colour and style wise. The red really makes my blue eyes stand out more and blue clothes work really well. It feels a safe place to start so here I am in a little denim look stretchy dress from Whistles. Clearly having a melt down as I try to absorb more of the light into my hair to keep it shiny.

Currently I'd like this style of dress in every colour possible and it would become my wardrobe staple - seeing me through from day to night and season to season as I add tights or flip flops or boots etc. I like the idea of having a capsule wardrobe consisting of one style but I know as soon as I did that I would start to crave sequins, fringing, lace and ruffles.

3rd July 2010

I can hardly look at this outfit. What was I thinking? I blame it on the heat. In my head this worked - all romance and meadows on a sunny day. Individually I like most of the pieces but I think it might be time to bin the white dress or at least save it for when I have a tan and am on the beach barefoot.

So not to dwell on the fact that I went out in public like this let me bring your attention to my beautiful earrings. These are by http://www.beccajewellery.com/ which I picked up at a friends jewellery party the other night. What a lovely way to shop. Bright Blue Bag is Alexander McQueen and is perfect contrast to my big LV I use for work each day.

18 June 2010

I am a Professional Woman. I live in The City. I have a lucntime appointment at Paramount with a very important client. Now once I finsh blogging I will go and meet my Professional Woman friend at Pizza East and drink wine, talk about boys, work, life.
That's kinda what I feel this outfit says............
New-ish Zara Shorts and old H&M top. Old Urban Outfitters heels - very high / very comfy.
Does anyone else ever feel like they are playing at being a grown-up?

14th June 2010

Saturday night turned into Sunday morning and I sighed to Bunny 'why does this always happen?' Monday was not a good day - especially not a good day to have to go into the studio and do lots and lots of work. What did I wear - god knows and yes, I probably looked really crap. But what kept me going is my Monday knickers! Like many girls I had these as a kid and adored them - could I wear Friday on Monday? Absolutely not! Surely that would bring very bad luck. And what about if I was knocked off my bike and someone saw? I realise that I'm a bit of a sucker purchasing Stella McCartney days of the week pants. Falling into that nostalgia trap but it's interesting to think of where I was then and where I am now. Then I was little and innocent and my mummy bought my probably rather cheap pants for me. Now I am older and more knowing (I won't say wiser) and prepared to spend silly money on posh underwear. Obviously fact it comes in a box with compartment for each day totally justifies this.

12th June 2010

Can you guess what was happening on this day? Am I English - not sure? Do I like football - possibly not. Was I prepared to get into the spirit of things - well ok then. Did the occasion call for an appropriate outfit - hell yeah. Initial plans had been to embrace an African theme with choice of clothing for friends World Cup Food & Drinks & Fun Party. Living in Peckham means there is no shortage of amazing fabric shops to choose from but then I had a moment and thought (hang on) 'this is England' (glad you noticed) and I should be supporting England (revelation) so last minute change of plan meant red and white was only way to go.

Red and white alone did not seem enough though. I wanted a really english girl look and felt that the denim jacket summed that up in many ways. I realise all nations wear them but it felt decidedly English and sporting without heading into tracksuit territory. I remember getting my first denim jacket aged around 12 - it was French Connection and my mum had a matching one (how cute). I thought I was cool as fcuk in that. Remember it well and actually only gave it away recently as style at time meant it was rather baggier than the close fit ones we sport these days and I really was not going to wear again (although in about 1 year if this blog is still going I'll probably be wearing one that I've just paid £70 quid for from top-shop).

Teamed with converse and frilly white socks for an added dolly-pop of frivolity. Football? What football?

9th June 2010

7th June 2010

God I look knackered - my face is kind of melting. I like the casual yet smart nature of this outfit. The trousers are very old Top Shop and while this style is the norm now I recall buying them in the sale unsure I would ever really wear them but liking them none the less. I've mentioned before about fashion going in circles. If you can remember back to a time before skinny jeans were fashionable or acceptable (weird to think they were once considered so bad taste) I purchased a pair of tight Diesel blue jeans with zips on side. Again I loved them but was so nervous about wearing them because people did stop and stare that I hardly wore them. By the time they were in fashion I think I'd shrunk 2 sizes so alas they were no longer skinnies and baggy jeans definitely were not ok!

The jacket is from www.virginiax.co.uk who has a stall at the vintage fair arranged by www.pa-antiques.co.uk at Hammersmith Town Hall. It was on her bargain rail for a steal price and despite being a bit holey in place I kind of like it even more. At the same fair (different dates) I actually purchased the necklace too. I'm so incredibly fussy about jewellery that I don't really wear all that much and don't have anywhere near as much as I would like. Basically I have very expensive taste in it and as a result can't actually afford anything I really like. Will I ever be showered in diamonds, rubies and pearls? Doubt it but hey ho - a girl can dream. What I do own is invariably gold I have realised and this has definitely evolved since teenage years where I thought gold was gross (so tacky) and silver was where it was at - very sophisticated.

5th June 2010

It's very hot and humid and we're heading off to the park (once i have made that god damn cheesecake) for friends leaving picnic. It was in the words of a few like a scene from a Bowden catalogue. Unfortunately i was missing the key accessory - an adorable small child but there were plenty to look at. I found myself drifting off and smiling a few times while watching them play - they really are quite wonderful (although naturally I could not eat a whole one).

I'd spent the morning in denim cut offs but felt a bit exposed for jaunt to meet friends so changed into m&s denim skirt. I LOVE m&s - decided that fairly recently. Quality is excellent and friendly to purse and more so you can find things that are possibly aimed at an older crowd but mixed with own clothes work well and little chance of bumping into friend wearing same. Only negative is sizes come up rather large and finding smaller sizes is quite hard (they either sell like hot cakes or tend to stock less which I suspect may be case). Reading that back I want to reassure people it's not one of those skinny minny moments where office stick says she can't have a cake as she's on a diet, it's just true that there sizes are huge! T-shirt is also m&s and is classic. We all love a good white tee don't we. The belt is old can't recall and not being much of a belt fan I only have 3 I like - this one being one of them.

Alas we had to leave the picnic and head home to get ready for friends 30th. I decided to wear this Paul and Joe silk dress but I don't actually like it. I keep trying to (really hard) but generally get as far as front door then think 'no, can't go out in it' and change. This time I made it out and despite a very cute mod boy coming up to compliment my dress (how bizarre)I'm still not convinced. Had to wear flats which did not quite go due to killing feet night before with heels.

27th May 2010

Homage to Miss_M and her lastest fashion influence - Charlotte Gainsbourg. Keeping it relatively simple with pumps, leggings and t-shirt but can't resist bit of something extra with the fishnet panels and sparkly earings. End result is rather ballerina. Good outfit choice for warm/cold weather at moment. Blow dry urgently required - been in Alice Bands all week.

Outfit is top to toe Top Shop including Kate Moss T-Shirt. I don't tend to indulge in her range but this t-shirt is gorgeous colour and texture with lovely little pocket detail. Note on KM - beautiful evening wear this season. The powder blue chiffon dress and silk green vinatge-esque jumsuit are stunning but i can't let myself part with £150 for a mossy look unfortunately.

22nd May 2010

I'm very cross with myself for massive gap again. I basically had a crisis of confidence and decided that I actually look pretty dull - so even though I have no followers why was I bothering to do this? My best friend Miss M gave me a talking too - no pampering but just told me to stop being silly and get back on it.

We've just had the hottest weekend of the year and a BBQ invite gave me perfect opportunity to wear this jumpsuit. Amusing exhange with Bunny when I emerged; "you realise people will stare at you in that". He was wearing a pastel pinkshorts suit at the time..........

My handbag is another vintage find and I adore it - silver woven basket with central clasp opening and plastic handle. Sandals are old top shop that I dug out from the 'summer suitcase' - was exciting rummaging through that after 6months or so.

2nd May 2010 - it's my birthday!

A surprise outing to the Ivy from Bunny. I decided to wear Jonathan Kelsey shoes even though I can't walk in them - fine on flat surfaces but streets of London not ideal. They're beautiful item though that I had lusted after for some time - I think I went back to Selfridges 3 times to try on before realising I had fallen in shoe love so had to buy. Basically rocking black with chanel red lips.

30th April 2010 - Queens Day

Blow Dry because I'm worth it = Check, Pretty Floral Dress to take me from day to night = Check, Layers to manage changeable weather = Check, Glasses/Shades for looking intelligent/cool = Check, Cat in a Basket = Check

I had to plan my outfits very carefully to enusre I only took minimal necessary items - there was no way I wanted to pay any baggage excess to Easyjet. I wanted something suitably relaxed but feminine so the floral dress with little denim waistcoat and jacket was perfect. There is a nice black lace detail on the floral dress which you can just see in the bottom photo and the waistcoat has a gorgeous crochet back. Ultimately though the whole outfit would have been nothing had it not been for my specs, the borrowed boots (thank you Suzy) and the stolen cat which was quite possibly the best accessory I have ever found.

29th April 2010

Just arrived back from Cannes where I sepnt 2 weeks working (and generally looking bit sweaty and rubbish) and now jetting off to Amsterdam to celebrate Queens Day and my birthday with good friend Amy who shares the special day. First stop first was hairdressers though for a blow dry so let's ignore the alice band which does not really work with this outfit. I love a pair of white jeans and animal print - maybe I was influenced by South of France style. It's all a bit Liz Hurley on paper but I think it's saved by the lilac socks which are my new favourites.

15th April 2010

This vintage top (no label) is so adorable. The print is tiny little top hats which unless you get up close you don't realise. I had several compliments at work about my trousers but not a single mention about the top. I guess it's like a nice little fashion secret for yourself. I have a similar thing with certain bag linings or even a couple of coat labels! My blue Luella Bag has bright orange lining which when I open it I always get a little thrill.

11th April 2010

It's Sunday and I'm at a vintage fair at the Biscuit Factory in Bermondsey with my boyfriend, my mum, my brother, my dad and my step mum. An unexpected and very rare joint family day out. It was lovely seeing my mum and step mum being shopping buddies. As Bunny's muse he insisted on placing me in front of this yellow barrier to fun effect. Lovely clash with the pink of my Vanessa Bruno pants. I adore these trousers - they feel as light as a feather to wear.

I very nearly purchased this Bob Mackie silk jacket but was not 100% sure about it. Bob Mackie is the costume designer for all of Cher's stage outfits (pretty wild imagination then). I love the bright colours and graphic print but it is rather loud. I imagine it looking quite cool over something more low key than hot pink trousers or even clashing with a floral summer dress on a warmer day. Mmmmhhh will have to give it a bit more thought and not be seduced by idea of somehow being associated with Cher simply on basis of wearing this

9th April 2010

Yes, I bought the socks in white too. I feel a bit like a page boy from the waist down

I'm obsessed with purple eyeshadow at the moment (YSL) which is quite a departure for me. I love make-up and wear it daily but I definitely fall into the natural look category with addition of overly rosey cheeks. But since last year I've been experimenting more with eyeliner and this has now evolved into a daily look for me........

It gets smokier and more dramatic hues depending on whether it's work or play but I'm glad to have found an eyemakeup style that I like - it's only taken me 15 years or so. Shock horror at fine lines around eyes though!

8th April 2010

The sun beaming in is making me go weak at the knees. I wore this dress outside without (yes without) a jacket. Amazing!
Maxi dresses are a staple in my wardrobe and this simple jersey one is perfect for the office and for not really Summer yet but having a nice Spring day type weather. Not too dressy but feels elegant. I've added a necklace that several people have commented - wow that's horrible but it works. I know what they mean and is perhaps why it was in the bargain bin at Oasis.

6th April 2010

How vain am I? Refusing to show my face because it looks dead on this day. So let's focus on the highlight of the outfit - my shoes and socks. These lace trimmed socks from Urban Outfitter's are super soft and super cute. I'm not sure I would do the exposed leg / sock / heel look but I felt it was acceptable with a pair of trousers. I like it on the like of Chloe Sevigny but I think you need pin legs to really pull off the exposed leg and sock look. We will see - might give it a whirl after a few drinks come Summer. The shoes are killer to walk in despite the lowish heel but they are gorgeous and take me back to my childhood when I was addicted to clogs. I really doubt if they were fashionable at the time but nice to see them and wooden heels having a fashion rebirth. These brown leather ones are Swedish Hasbeens http://www.swedishhasbeens.com/

5th April 2010

Summer has started to feel within reach. All very exciting especially fashion wise. Whatever the season I always look forward to the next as it starts to approach for this reason. Here I am in a Primark dress which cost £7. I try and limit any Primark purchases because of a big nagging feeling that if something only costs £7 then how much did the person that made the dress get paid? Feels wrong on that note to say 'oh but it's such a pretty pattern and great to throw on under a denim jacket' so I won't.

3rd April 2010

Tonight was Lowlife and the theme was White & Silver. I found the amazing dress on the left on ebay but when it arrived it was actually cream. I'm really into maxi dresses at the moment and had my heart set of a floor length romantic style dress that had a prim and proper feel to it. Definitely trying to play with the idea that the less you show the actual more wild you can behave. Had the colour been right this would have been perfect and it fitted like a glove. Being strict with myself meant that I even returned it as in reality I'm not sure when I would ever wear it.

The second outfit was a hash of whatever I could lay my hands on in said colours. 'you're not wearing a bra dolly' commented bunny, slightly shocked. Could I go out bra less and sheer topped? I think I'm willing to try it. I'm certainly not shocked by the subtle sight of a breast at an appropriate occasion. It does not even seem provocative but I guess to some people it might seem that way. The sheer shirt was a vintage find and it's beautiful - really delicate with a little tie neck and slightly cropped sleeves.

As it happens I wore Hot Pink Vanessa Bruno Trousers and a black sheer lace vest. I guess rules are made for breaking and I felt fabulous!

1st April 2010

I'm putting this photo in as a sort of holding slide as I actually changed outfits before going out that night.

It's Thursday 1st April post work - Easter Bank Holiday started here. We were headed out to Horse Meat Disco & Disco Bloodbath carpark party. Still absolutely shattered but I'd been looking forward to it for so long bailing was not an option. I wore this white fake fur coat and had so many compliments. People were so sweet and wherever I went I was stroked! Could have been annoying but was actually very comforting. The coat is from top shop and I've had a it a few years now - a fail safe party coat that has a hook at the neck so it means you can wear in cape style. Very handy when you are at a party in a car park.

Details on the dress I actually wore to follow once I have a pic - it's quite possibly the most amazing dress I have owned in a long time (suspense!)

So finally I unearthed a photo of the dress I wore. Accessorised with my lovely friend Karina. The dress is sheer but because of the print your modesty can remain and has beautiful lace neck detail. It's topshop and I had hunted for one for ages after seeing Natalie Imbruglia (spell check?) wearing one in a magazine. Found it when I stopped looking hanging solo on a rail. A size too big but beacuase of the fabric I don't think it matters too much.

26th March 2010

I'm absolutely shattered in this photo. Failure to post any photos has largely been due to manic work schedule combined with a week of illness (no time off though). So I'm trying to make amends, starting with a photo not in my usual 'studio' but shows an easy to wear dress that works for me when tired but still want to look nice. I was going to a filiming of the Justin lee Collins chat show 'Good Times' at the Rivoli Ballroom. It was rubbish and to my embarassment my boyfiend was roped into some warm up stuff and then as aresult I was. Cringe.

It's grey jersey but the panels on the side are black lace. I asked myself - is this slightly risque for work? After all you get a hint of the exposed waist line trough the lace. Told myself it's hardly a crop top so I'm sure it was acceptable. Lace is everywhere these days and it's such a beautiful fabric. I love the romance of it. I have a beautiful 1920's lace table cloth that my boyfriend winces at when I pull out but my heart does a little skip when I walk into the dining room and see it on the table with a vase full of fresh flowers in the centre and the sunlight puring through the garden doors. I'm living in my own Laura Ashley advert for a split second.

Anyway back to the outfit. Sheer tights. These are having a fashion resurrection and I can honestly say I've surprised myself by embracing them. I can actually recall saying to myself I will never ever wear sheer tights as long as I live. Nice how things change.

Thursday 25th March 2010 - Parachute Girl

Note the bare feet. In every girls seasonal wardrobe you do get to that point where you want to rip your tights off and feel the fresh air on your little toes. This was that day and it felt so liberating (until later in the day when the heavens opened). I'm also really keen to see how my silk Sandro pants work through the warmer months. I'm already excited about teaming them with a cream silk cropped vest and simple thin black sandals in the height of summer. The green lightweight parka is one of my wardrobe staples. Purchased 3 or 4 years ago from Top Shop it was my version of an amazingly similar Sportmax one I had lusted after for ages. I had a photo of the SM one pinned to my desk and used it as inspiration to motivate myself to work harder, earn more type thing. Then I came across this one and it actually was love at first sight regardless of the £60 price tag (that was just an added bonus!)

15th March 2010 - bonjour

Tired of pounding the streets from my house to London Bridge in high heels I decided that flat booties might be needed. Seems as if the whole of London is being dug up at the moment and dodging pot holes and broken paving slabs is not easy in 4inch heels. Picked these gorgeous slip on ones from Top Shop at the weekend and am totally in love with them already. Teamed with skinny jeans and a red Breton top (I thought a nice quirky change from the blue that is everywhere at the moment - myself included). I needed a necklace so cautiously went for a tatty divine moustache. I had a thing (like most girls) a few years back for tashes and a party was not complete without one but I've come over all grown up now and wondered if it might be a bit too silly. Silly me - really I need to CTFO!

11th March 2010 - Berry Nice

You look 'berry nice' darling said Bunny. I retorted I'm not a 'damson in distress' and so it went on. How can you not be happy when wearing an array of berry hues. America Apparel generally on display with jigsaw beads and toy watch. I've just had a hair cut too which was a positive experience. Discussed going ginger/red at some point. Tempted so watch this space.

7th March 2010 - Dezzign Museum

It was the last day of the Dieter Rams of Braun fame exhibition at the Design Museum so despite lack of sleep we headed off early. It was a beautiful sunny day and we stopped off for breakfast at Tower Bridge. I love that you are allowed to take photos in the DM so long as no flash. It just allows you to engage on a different level. Here I am on the steps leading up to the main exhibit and the yellow wall matched the print on my Jonathan Saunders for Top Shop dress perfect. The TS collaborations are just fantastic - you can dip into a designer at fraction of price but limited stock means they still feel a bit exclusive. A big fashion regret of mine was a beautiful JS strapless dress with panels that made your waist look minute in the sale at Selfridges which I let slip away. You know when something fits you perfectly and makes you feel a million dollars. For some reason though I felt I would never have the opportunity to wear it. Now I realise I would have - c'est la vie!

6th March 2010 - razzle dazzle

Despite the shaky results of this photos and me looking like I might fall asleep this was pre heading out. We'd had a long day on a shoot for Bunny's portfolio so were knackered but still determined to go out (in the event it ended up being a night of disappointment but hey ho). I had to base my outfit around earlier purchase of giant Aztec perspex earrings. Sparkly trousers were recently found in Bristol (the vintage stores there are soooo much cheaper than London I was like a kid in a candy store) and likewise with boots found in a Manchester Chazza for few pounds. Trusty tuxedo jacket that never fails me. The silver boots are so comfy despite impressions. I had a guy come up to me and admire the trousers, asking where he might get some from - very sweet!

1st March 2010 - Snake Drawers

I love this photo - the sun is shining in through the windows, it's the 1st March and for a change I've let Bunny off the fact that his drawers are spilling out everywhere to great effect. I think my outfit reflects that spring has nearly sprung. Neutrals again and softer more delicate fabrics. I rescued this dress from the infamous charity shop sack still residing in my clothes room. I had planned to sell it on ebay but after spending about half an hour carefully photographing it I fell back in love with it. I picked the jacket up at a jumble sale for about £2, socks tabio again, dress is about 10years old I think and from H&M. It's true everything comes back round in fashion.

27th Feb 2010 - Land Girl

Off to screening of Banksy's film 'Exit Through the Gift Shop' at a pop up cinema by Waterloo. It was a Saturday night and I was looking forward to having something a bit different to clubbing or restaurant (or staying in). Weather still cold and my cashmere overcoat has been a Winter saver. Last year I had my heart set on a MaxMara cashmere coat but did not have the budget to satisfy. I found a gorgeous vintage Aquascutum for Harrods one on ebay that I snapped up at fraction of cost. Then a week later I found this coat in Greenwich for £10 - bargain! It's a bit too big but keeps me so cosy that I wear it more than any other coat at the moment. I also like the way it matches my trust LV bag. I feel a bit city girl in it but underneath the contrast is usually quite apparent. Peg trousers from Reiss and shoes Melissa for Vivienne Westwood. Working neutrals as nice change from black and even rolled out my headscarf that is usually saved for summer - clearly desperate for Winter to end.

24th Feb 2010 - not quite chanel

Channeling Chanel style with simple black dress and white collar. Concerns over this outfit are whether I'm now getting a bit old to wear little doll dresses. I never thought I would start to question myself like that but while I still feel the same I sort of realise that with responsibility of age and especially in work you wonder how people might perceive you with your outfit. I'm a Senior Producer at an event, media and comms agency. It's a creative job which means I can express myself through clothes and try not to limit my choice in outfits but I definitely see myself being a bit more careful.

22nd Feb 2010 - Elle Style Awards

I had a minor panic over what to wear but was really happy with my choice in the end. Had been planning to wear House of Holland dress but I was having a 'fat day' and just wanted to be comfy without sacrificing 'style' naturally. This Chloe jumpsuit has become a favourite recently and again goes to prove that just because you don't wear something in the first 6months or even year does not mean you won't ever grow to love it. I knew this piece was nice but it's just taken couple of years to get into groove of wearing it. The sequined jacket was impulse buy from Mango purchased that day as a just in case to go with several potential options. Sparkly Tabio socks and low heeled vintage style office shoes completed the look. The other accessory was my gorgeous boy Bunny.......better than a designer handbag for sure

but better than this gorgeous boy?? Now that's a tricky one.........

18th Feb 2010 - denim on denim

Here I am working the denim on denim look with my shearling trimmed boots (gonna be very big AW10 apparently). I have this giant bag of clothes that needs to go to the charity shop but as we don't drive it's not going anywhere fast. So it sits in my room day after day and every now and again I keep rescuing things from it such as the Levis denim shirt I'm wearing. So it's kind of good it's not gone but also not really helping me streamline my wardrobe. Actually might just given up on the streamlining effort. No one ever died from having too many clothes (she says hopefully)

14th Feb 2010 - Urban Sherlock Holmes

I'd had a lovely romantic morning and then had to run some errands in the afternoon. I was papped coming back in the house in this rather peculiar outfit. The coat is from Top Shop and is at least 2 sizes too big for me but was last one in stock so I bought it as I love it. Because of the design I don't think it matters and it's a great coat to throw on over layers - so much room. White Jeans are so bad they are good and it's Sunday so naturally I can team with trainers and hoody for that laid back look that is not really my usual style. I don't think I do dressed down very well but I'm working on it.

13th Feb 2010 - pre Valentine Celebration

We went to Bob Bob Ricard for a delightful dinner of Lobster, Fries and Champagne. I was in heaven. We both wore McQueen and raised a toast to Alexander Lee McQueen.

7th Feb 2010 - High School Prom

My friend Aurora's 30th Birthday. I remember arriving - don't remember leaving. Very silly, very funny night. I had nothing special to wear and knew this crowd (fashion types) would go all out so almost did not bother dress up. Then remebered this 80's blue dress which would do. Added a corsage and I was good to go. I love the colour of this dress actually but note that since it's last outing it's a bit too big for me and does slide down - not great look especially when had one too many glasses of bubbly and become oblivious

Let's get physical

Check me out in my gym wear (and so active!) - thank you AA. So have officially been to the gym twice now and am kinda loving it. This was quite a big step for me. I've always been incredibly intimidated by the gym - futuristic machines / lycra / flexing muscles etc. Turning 30 has made me assess lots of the parts of my life and it's actually a really positive experience so far. Health was one area and while there is little evidence of fat on me i'm pretty sure my lifestyle of working and partying can't be great. So i'm going to get fit. Not marathon fit or start developing abs but just to give myself more energy and also to do something exclusively for me. I believe i may have broken out in a small sweat following my second trip to the gym so clearly need to work on bit more of that - it's supposed to be a bit hard isn't it? Comedy moment during induction on running machine "...um you're going backwards" "oh shit am i. what about now?". Amazing that i can't seem to tell if i'm going backwards or not. I'm sticking to the rowing machines for now.

Saturday 30th January 2010

Saturday night and January is nearly over - 2 reasons to be very cheerful! Perfect choice of outfit was the spotty shorts jumpsuit. Purchased from topshop pre Christams and yet to be worn. My boyfriend did the usual telling me off when i brought this home claiming that i had many very similar outfits in my wardrobe. I don't but even if i did i do have issue with being made to feel bad or ticked off for spending my money on something that gives me great pleasure. When do boyfriend and girlfriend however much they love each other find themselves falling into bland stereotypes? I even hide shopping bags in the cupboard sometimes. What does that say about me?