Audrey Hepburn at Christie's

Every now and then an auction comes along and totally captivates the imagination (and bank accounts!) of watchers.

The recent Audrey Hepburn auction at Christie's falls into this description. The sale took place in London last week, passing the £6million mark. Items from Hepburn's professional and private life were on sale, with fans flocking to the showroom to see the items on display.

Dresses from films like Charade (my favourite,) and Two for the Road were on display, as well as items like Hepburn's Givenchy trench and luggage. Pairs of beautiful handmade ballet shoes, scarves and costume jewellery were also available to bid for.


Hepburn's effortless look was captured in many hundreds of photographs from films like My Fair Lady, Sabrina and Breakfast at Tiffany's - as well as her personal copies of scripts from her entire showreel.

Christie's staged the lots perfectly, providing plenty of space to analyse each object and better understand Hepburn as the performer and the person. One can see why the auction attracted global attention- congrats to the lucky bidders!

And for those of you who couldn't make it to London to view the lots, enjoy this picture laden post!

Gift Guide: Gifts under 50

The greatest gifts don't have to cost the Earth... here are some of my favorite gifts that fall under fifty!

6 Notelet Cards, Louella Odie

Bronze Glitter Wool, Toms

Constellation Bobby Pin Set, Anthropologie

Parisian Look Set, Givenchy Beauty

Sleep Eye Mask and Earplug Set- Breakfast at Tiffany's, Etsy

Eiffel Tower Vignette Mug, Anthropologie

Holiday Scented Candle, Nest

Leather Passport Cover, Cambridge Satchel Company

Enamel Satchel Key Chain, Cambridge Satchel Company

Yukon Faux Fur Beanie, Anthropologie

Zodiac Trinket Dish, Anthropologie

Make Up Bag, Lola And Me

Gift Guide: Beauty

What's Christmas without some lovely beauty treats? Whether you're buying a gift for your best friend or secretly treating yourself, here are some great beauty items that deserve to be opened on Christmas morning!

Juice Beauty Antioxidant Power Pack

The Holiday Kit

Bobbi Brown Travel Brush Set

Givenchy Beauty Le Prisme Blush

Nails Inc: Autumn Winter Mini Gel Effect Collection

Molton Brown Elderflower Festive Bauble

Clinique Skincare Greats

Clarisonic 4-Speed Cleansing Brush

Trip to Bicester Village

Earlier this week I took a trip to Bicester Village to indulge in some retail therapy. For those of you not familiar with Bicester, it's a designer outlet village stocked full of brands including Ralph Lauren, Prada, Tory Burch, Givenchy and Salvatore Ferragmo. Nestled outside Oxford and a short journey from London, this it the place to visit if you're after quality at a reduced price.

Tory Burch is always the first place I visit, and there was a great range of items on sale from last season as well as some unique pieces. The outlet store is perhaps the best place to get some Tory shoes- you are spoilt for choice!

Talking of shoes I saw these great loafers in Church's- they came in a gorgeous range of royal colors!

On this trip, my pennies were spent in Ferragmo and on these fab grey, blue and black Varinas.

Dream Bags from the Vestiaire Collective Sale

A girl can dream! Check out these and some other sale bags over on Vestiaire Collective! 

Givenchy black exotic leather Antigona

Chanel blue leather Boy

Bottega Venata black and gold clutch

Hermes black leather Kelly

Top Picks from the Net A Porter Sale

Diane von Furstenberg ruched jersey dress

McQ Alexander McQueen leopard print modal scarf

Markus Lupfer Bonjour sweater

Tory Burch gold plated, crystal and resin drop earrings

Ashish sequinned cotton biker jacket

Nike Free 5.0 mesh sneakers

Givenchy easy tote in black and tan leather 

Valentino Rockstud patent leather studded flats

July through Instagram

A snapshot of my July through Instagram...

New arrivals from Givenchy / Sperry on sale! / Navy or nothing for a business meeting / Stormy skies over Cardiff Bay / Rediscovering old issues of French Vogue / Poppin' out the purple wedges / Fresh new mani from Essie / Falling in love with the new Brit-tastic collection from Boden / Rediscovering Influence by the Olsen twins

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Investment Pieces: A Classic Bag

Perhaps out of any piece in your wardrobe, a classic bag is the best investment. From an early age I purchased Mulberry bags (before the prices increased!) and I now have a varied stash of bags that I pull out time and time again. I've now moved on to other designers, notably those from France and Italy, and these have been some of the best purchases I've ever made.

So if you are looking to buy a classic handbag, who should you consider?

The Givenchy medium Nightingale has become a fast classic, and comes in a myriad of colors and materials. This black leather lamb model features two top handles, a detachable zip detailed shoulder strap and gold hardware. Inside you will find zipped pockets and pouches, a full cotton lining and a two way zip fastening.

I myself, am partial to a bit of Prada- and I love the black Saffiano classic purse. Visit Prada for more details on the different sizes and colors available.

Another classic, 'dream' bag is the Kelly by Hermes. We've all heard of the insanely long waits for one of these purses- so if you are serious, get your name on the list and start saving now!

I recently purchased a vintage Louis Vuitton Speedy- and it is fast becoming my go to day bag. Check out Vestaire Collective for a fine selection of vintage models.

What's your dream classic handbag?