We Recommend: Bazaar Velvet, Luxury Rugs

I have recently been blown away by the pure gorgeousness of Bazaar Velvet's rug collection, you are literally spoilt for choice!  But here are some of my favourite looks...

But if you want something a little more daring than my choices, then Bazaar Velvet have just launched a new 'Street Art' rug collection.  Not only are they made from the best natural materials, (Himalayan wool, with elements of Chinese silk), but the graffiti element will add a pop of urban chic to any room in your home.

Each rug has an underlying grittiness, but tied together with fabulous luxury. 

These plainer styles are an easier transition in to your home, but would still make a wonderful statement piece.  Just team with minimal accessories and plain walls...

I definitely recommend a visit to Bazaar Velvet's Chelsea showroom to view their other fabulous creations.

Fashion Saviour: Breton Stripes

Breton stripes are a true fashion classic and look so fresh season-upon-season.  This week I'm pairing mine with the Jamie Ripped White Jeans from Topshop (albeit the maternity version!), these fab espadrilles that I picked up in the sale, and the stylish 'goes with absolutely everything' leather necklace from Butterfly Lane.

TOP | £38.95 BRETON
NECKLACE | £35 BUTTERFLY LANE
JEANS | £42 TOPSHOP
SHOES | £75 KURT GEIGER
BAG | £1.995 ANYA HINDMARCH

I'm a massive Anya Hindmarch fan and have been collecting her bags for years.  I think 'The Vaughan' is such a great style and is definitely on my wish list.  It comes in a multitude of colours for the new season too, including a gorgeous two tone style.

Travel: Byblos Bootcamp, St Tropez

I love St Tropez, the shopping, the boats, the glamour!  So you could imagine my excitement when I heard about the new luxury bootcamp being held at Hotel Byblos.  

So you can now head to St Tropez to flex your muscles not only your purse strings as Hotel Byblos has launched a new bootcamp, called Rebuilding, where you can rejuvenate in blissful and luxurious surroundings.  Participants are served a healthy breakfast by the pool followed by a walk through the glorious Presqu'ile, followed by a non-alcoholic lunch, a recovery session at the Sisley Spa (oh la la)...

 

Sisley Spa

....a one hour of one-to-one coaching, then a dinner at the Rivea by Alain Ducasse restaurant. 

 
This definitely sounds like my kind of bootcamp, you just need to decide on how long to stay! 

Plus the package includes access to the heated outdoor swimming pool and hammam.  Summertime healthly bliss, kindly served up by Hotel Byblos!  I'm booking a spot now...

For all enquiries visit the Hotel Byblos website here. 

A Quick & Easy Summer Scallop Salad

This summery Thai style salad is so easy to make and tastes full of fresh flavours.  

To Serve Four:

Ingredients:

Scallops - I usually allow four per person
Half a cucumber
Half a red onion
2 Oranges
1 Lime
Fish sauce
1 chilli
A hand full of mint leaves

Method:

1.  Simply sear up enough scallops for 4 people until you get a nice crust on the outside of them without overcooking the inside.

2.  Set the scallops aside while cutting up half an English cucumber into matchsticks, slicing up thinly 1/2 a medium red onion (or 2 medium shallots), and sectioning 2 oranges.

3.  Toss everything together in a bowl. Add some lime juice and fish sauce to taste. Throw in some chopped up chilies and cilantro or mint leaves.  Done!

Let me know how you get on.

Fashion Friday: A Sneak Peek in to Mint Velvet's New Collection

Mint Velvet has fast become one of my go-to brands for effortless and versatile pieces that will work hard in your wardrobe by mixing and matching and creating lots of different looks.
 

The classic white longline chiffon shirt (below) will become a prominent piece in your wardrobe and is available to buy in store/online from August (£59)...get inline!  

Ballet Flats, £95 French Sole | Necklace, £30 Butterfly Lane |  Snood, Trousers & Shirt from the new Mint Velvet Collection

Ok, the sequin detail trousers scream winter/festive dressing, but I couldn't resist giving you a sneak peek.  They are more versatile than you think too, you could also team with a slouchy knit or a neat tucked top.  Get creative!  (Available from September, £99). 

Faux fur is still a big trend for the upcoming season and this furry little snood is so much fun. (Available from September, £45).

Yes, you could wear heels with these trousers for a dressier look, but these classic French Sole ballet flats will look equally as chic.  I always opt for the Henrietta shape as they slightly narrow with a little bit of toe cleavage. 

Finish with our 'Spaced Necklace', £30.    

What will you be buying from the new collections?  

Couture Week: Elie Saab AW 14-15 Show

I have spent many happy an hour this week clicking through the Paris couture show images in a bubble of utopia. 

A favouite of mine season-after-season is Elie Saab.  His fairytale dresses are a dream come true, eleborate, beautiful and the ultimate fantasy dress.

From pink and pistachio to flesh and pale blue, moving into the deepest of midnight blues, he has brought us the loveliest of palettes...

Which one is your favourite?  I cannot decide!

For the Home: Cream Flowers

Regular readers will know that I have a passion for fresh flowers.  Nothing makes a room look more complete and welcoming than a spray of something gorgeous!

I'm having a moment of loving simple cream stems with just the foliage adding the zesty pop of colour.  I think they look fabulous sat in glass vases and the shapes below look modern, clean and chic.   

 I love these chubby hydrangea heads, they look neat tucked inside this silver vase. 

 

 

What is your favourite flower look for the home?