17 Dec
We’re very fond of a stylish mirror that pops neatly into a handbag. It would be very cheering to take one of these mirrors out on, say, a miserable train journey to check your lipstick, lashes or powder situation (Southern Rail should really be dishing these out for free). The Kate Spade New York Telephone Compact Mirror is gorgeous (£31). Flip it open and practice saying “Kensington 341, please, operator” in your best Celia Johnson. We’re huge fans of Andrea Garland’s...
16 Dec
I recommended some festive home fragrance at the start of December, but nobody wants their house to smell like Santa’s grotto in March. Here’s some suggestions of other gorgeous scents for the home that will be perfect for the New Year. Sali’s bought this votive set from Bella Freud, £75, for several people now. They echo the brilliantly stylish Bella Freud jumpers and have excellent throw. The scents are ‘Je t’aime Jane’ (snow lily), ‘Ginsberg is God’ (fig leaf and...
15 Dec
Sometime around 28th December, when the jellied fruits and decent telly have run out, my thoughts turn to having a small reorganisation of stuff and a general handbag clearout. This important task is helped immeasurably by a smart new make-up bag, and here’s some of the loveliest around at the moment. Any of Lisa Bea’s bags (from £34) would cheer January up a treat. I’ve got my eye on the Glitter-star large pouch, but any of them would make you...
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