Style Splash

With many people making greater use of their outdoor space, gardens have become an important extension of the home rather than an area that only receives attention during summer. The good news is that you do not need a complete redesign to achieve noticeable results. A combination of regular maintenance and carefully selected plants can significantly improve how your garden looks throughout the…

I’m not going to any festivals this year, but if I was, this upcycled Adidas dress would be a very strong contender (along with my festival capsule wardrobe pieces). I bought this upcycled Adidas dress from Curious Coco when I was at the Good Clothes Show in Manchester. I’d long admired the reworked T-shirts, upcycled into dresses since seeing my friend Lou (Luinluland) wearing one. When I…

What a hot and sweaty few days it’s been! When it’s this humid and sticky I have to get my hair off my face. That’s when a colourful headband comes in handy. I don’t like wearing shorts or short dresses when I’m out and about, especially when my limbs are on the pale side! Instead, I prefer loose and airy clothing that provides coverage but still keeps me cool. This hot pink top and flowing…

This month’s Style Not Age theme of “Spring to Summer” is quite appropriate, given that it’s still spring but it definitely feels like summer! Temperatures have been in the 30s in some parts of the UK and it’s taken us all by surprise – in the same way that any extreme weather takes Brits by surprise. I do love the longer days and warm evenings though, sitting in the garden, watching the bats…

We’ve all been there. You spend 30 minutes gluing down lace, plucking the hairline, and melting the edges. From across the room? It looks great. But up close? One gust of wind or a tiny lift gives it away. Now imagine a wig that skips almost all of that work—and actually looks more natural. Meet the unsung hero of realistic wig-wearing: Wigs with bangs. Whether you’re new to wigs or a seasoned…

It’s been the kind of weather lately that’s had me adding/removing layers every ten minutes. Usually I wouldn’t be looking to buy knitwear in late May, but here we are! I spotted this fun Damson Madder jumper on eBay recently and was the only bidder at just over £5! The mix of colourful leopard print and stripes is very much my thing. It’s not often that I find a bargain on eBay these days,…

This month’s Thrifty Six theme turns our focus on hemlines. I have to admit that I was completely stumped as to how to approach this prompt; my immediate thought was asymmetric hemlines, but I couldn’t think of anything preloved that fit that criteria. Sure, I have several skirts with high-low, trumpet and frilled hemlines, but none of those are preloved. Then I remembered this Iris Apfel x H&M…

Living rooms take a beating. Friday movie marathons, Sunday afternoon pet naps, the daily shuffle of family life. Floors absorb all of it. The wear shows faster than expected, usually in the exact spots that matter most visually. Comfort and durability pull in opposite directions. Getting both right from the start determines whether a living room still looks intentional three years in or starts…

A few weeks ago I featured a co-ord set in the same pattern as this one, but in a different colourway. I bought them on holiday last year and wore them a lot on my recent trip to Madeira. They were washed, ironed and ready to pack away when I thought I’d wear one to work on Sunday. I always think it’s a shame to pack holiday clothes away, not knowing when I’ll next get a chance to wear them. It…

Managing debt can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling multiple financial responsibilities. But repayment doesn’t have to be complicated. With a clear strategy, you can stay on track and gradually regain control of your finances. Many borrowers begin by searching for the lowest interest personal loan Philippines lenders offer, hoping to minimise costs from the outset. Maya Personal…

This week seems to have flown by! Having a Bank Holiday Monday and swapping a day at work has made it seem even shorter. Wednesday totally crept up on me and I realised I didn’t have any photos! So, the post is a day later than planned. I bought these pleated trousers as part of a co-ord; the top is a halter neck and is quite voluminous. I’ve tried wearing it tucked in, but it is a bit on the…

The metal wedding band has long been the default, but a growing number of men are swapping gold, platinum, and tungsten for silicone, and the reasons go well beyond the gym. Silicone wedding rings for men have moved from a niche outdoor-gear category to a mainstream option that sits comfortably alongside the broader shift in men’s accessories toward function-forward design. Whether they belong…

Once tied closely to niche subcultures and cosplay communities, steampunk goggles or steampunk glasses have now moved into a wider lifestyle space where fashion, identity, and visual storytelling intersect. On social media, in curated photoshoots, and even in casual streetwear, steampunk goggles are showing up as statement pieces. They suggest creativity, rebellion, and a refusal to follow…

On our last afternoon of the holiday, we treated ourselves to afternoon tea at the hotel across the road from the apartment. The Quinta Jardins do Lago is a rather impressive house, built in the 18th century. The surrounding gardens cover 2.5 hectares and contain more than 500 different species of plant. We first visited in 2019, and have also been in 2021 and 2022. This puff sleeve floral print…

Engagement shoots used to follow a predictable script. A park, a sunset, a few soft smiles, maybe a twirl if everyone was feeling ambitious. It looked nice, but it also looked just like everyone else’s photos. Now people want something that actually reflects their lives. Not just a milestone, but a snapshot of how they exist together. That’s exactly why engagement pictures have become more…

I couldn’t help but notice the array of polka dot prints in the shops when I was on holiday. It doesn’t seem that long ago that they were last trending, but then they’re never really not in style. So, as it was my turn to choose a theme for April’s Style Not Age, I thought we should do Polka Dots For Spring. I was intending to wear a black and white blouse that I wore for a previous Style Not…

Festival season will soon be here and that means paying close attention to the weather and packing accordingly. It can be difficult to cover all bases, especially in the UK where the summer weather can be a bit of a lottery. You’ll want to take hardworking, durable and comfortable pieces that are also stylish. Denim is always a good place to start. Unless it’s scorching hot, you can’t go wrong…