Columbia Road Flower Market

A bunch of pretty flowers can really brighten up a room and make you smile in the mornings, so I decided to head down to Columbia Road Flower Market to pick up a cheap bunch of flowers one Sunday afternoon.

Forget buying Tesco flowers! Columbia Road was full of beautiful bouquets which were inexpensive and good quality. I was torn between buying a bunch of 20 red roses for £5 (yes you heard me correctly, only £5) and some beautifully cheerful sunflowers. In the end I decided sunflowers were a little different and would add some cheer to the bedroom so I managed to pick up a pretty bunch for a mere £3.50!

Here's my bunch of gorgeous sunnies! I was rather laid back in the style stakes, wearing my black skinny Topshop jeans, James Perse white shirt and Primark Jumper with my hair shoved up into a messy topknot. 

I'd definitely recommend heading down to Columbia Road for some East London banter from the stall owners and of course some pretty flowers at a bargain price!

Ellie Goulding live on Radio 1

Writing music reviews on a freelance basis has meant I've been lucky enough to watch some really great performances over the last few years. A few weeks ago I was invited to the Radio 1 studios in Maida Vale to watch Ellie Goulding perform a live lounge session for Zane Lowe - am I lucky or what?!

Here's my little pass I had to wear around the Radio 1 studios, I was so honoured to have special access inside such a legendary venue where so many stars have made such amazing music.

Here's the gorgeous Miss Goulding herself, she looked rock n roll with her tartan trousers and plain white vest and biker boots. She performed and sang all her hits to the live studio audience and also thousands of Radio 1 listeners, where she managed to sing every song astoundingly and with what seemed like very little nerves! I was seriously impressed with Ellie's live vocal talent and had such an amazing evening watching her sing so intimately to us.

I'd definitely love to review another band at Maida Vale, so Radio 1 press if you're reading this then I'd be more than happy to come back ;) 

Soho House Lady

Another Thursday, another media party. This time I was invited to a 1920's style speakeasy party at Soho house. Soho House is a member's only club in (you guessed it) Soho, with their quirky hidden staircases and exclusive parties having made it into a regular celebrity London haunt.

We drank cocktails out of these kitsch little tea cup sets and were dressed up in feather boas and pearls, so very British darlingggg!!

I didn't fancy going all out in 1920's style as I was coming straight to the party from work, so I decided to play it safe and wear all black. Here's me consuming the cocktails wearing my Evil Twin dress and vintage bag. 

The party was a riot, even though there were no celeb spots it was certainly special having a night out in Soho House!

Shoreditch Style

After moving to East London in May I haven't really had a chance to soak in the scene yet, so recently we decided to properly explore the area and take in the hipster culture - Shoreditch style!

In typical Shoreditch fashion I thought it was necessary to have the generic hipster photo against cool graffiti, so here you go! I'm wearing my DropDead t-shirt, Monki skirt and Topshop shoes and sock combo.

Enjoying the last of the summer vibes we later chilled out on the balcony with a glass of vino, you can even see as far as Canary Wharf from up here! I love the bright lights of London and having a balcony in the summer is the best way to appreciate the amazing scenery and cool cityscape.

As you can see I was rather happy about the balcony situation, wearing my Dr Marten t-shirt, shorts and Topshop lightweight jacket which is perfect for when the night turns a little chilly. 

Wine + Balcony + Shoreditch Style = Hipster Heaven.