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Plum and almond tart

Very easy to make (especially if you buy your own pastry - I actually made it which is also pretty straightforward if you have a magimix!) A delicious pudding for a dinner party, particularly during this odd winter/spring weather we are having! The recipe I used was from a cookbook my sister got at the Grange cooking course, but there are plenty similar recipes online, such as this one by Jamie Oliver.

DIY agate necklace

The Delaunay

The Delaunay, located near Covent Garden, is a restaurant that is still on it's starting legs - although this is hardly noticeable with it's incredibly slick operation. This haunt was set up by the infamous restauranteur duo Christopher Corbin and Jeremy King. Also founders of the Wolseley and the Ivy, Corbin and King know how to attract a multitude of diners. The Delaunay has a relaxed ambiance, and delicious food at a reasonable price. I started with a yummy butternut squash salad, mixed with chestnuts and quails eggs. For main I had plaice in bread crumbs with the best chips I've had! Definitely to visit if you want something a little more upmarket for a good price.

Marni t-shirt
J.Crew silk pants 
Gianvito Rossi Two-town pump
J.Crew earrings

Folk, Conduit Street

The perfect store to find your spring outfit - Folk is located on Conduit Street, near Oxford Circus. The London based label has a Scandinavian feel to it, and consequently stocks other brands such as Acne. Two shops next door, one mens and the other womens, have a clean and modern vibe, with not just clothes displayed, but accessories, shoes and beauty products. I love the printed geometric prints on the structured shirts - definitely DIY-able! Slightly out of my price range as a student, but well worth a visit to their store or online here.

Illustrated People pattern sweater
Hudson skinny jeans
Reebok tall shoes
Z Spoke by Zac Posen handbag

Three Floor

The eclectic mix of clothing from Three Floor appeals to the anyone who is young at heart. With a vibrant array of colourful and essential structural pieces, Three Floor provides something to brighten up your wardrobe. Also indicative to their success is the inclusion of their line on ASOS. Check out their website here.

Stockbridge Market, Edinburgh

This market graces Stockbridge, in the west end of Edinburgh, every Sunday. A real mixture of yummy fresh food, dried and cured meats, freshly baked bread and jams, along with fresh flowers, jewellery and antique pieces. A great place to wander to on a Sunday afternoon, and delicious food to warm your cockles whilst doing so!

Topshop jacket
Nicole Farhi slim fit pants
Zara shoes
Fendi magnetic necklace
ASOS steel rings
Yves Saint Laurent lipstick

Stella & Dot

We held a Stella & Dot Trunk show at our flat in Edinburgh. A very exciting array of jewellery, from rings to bracelets to necklaces, was produced by the stylist Steph. As they do not sell any jewellery in stores, they rely on the stylists to spread the word and hold Trunk shows weekly. Anyone can be invited and if they like one of the items they can order them through the stylist. It is an amazing brand, and I certainly think it will be a great success. Check out their website here.

Mary Katrantzou jersey tee
Orla Kiely a line skirt 
&OtherStories satin sandals
Volha necklace

Volha

I don't know much about Volha jewellery, apart from that I love it! This is due to articles on the pieces being written in Russian - not my forte! I discovered it through the incredible stylish Russian beauty Miroslava Duma. Made with agate stone, rhinestones and chain, the bold necklaces come in every sort of colour combination. Each piece would add a very special touch to any outfit. Their Facebook page displays their wide ranging collection, check it out here.

& Other Stories

& Other Stories is an incredibly exciting new luxurious label created by the ex-designers of Acne and Lanvin, and the founders of COS and H&M. The store will be hitting London's Regents Street as well as Paris, Berlin, Barcelona, Milan and Stockholm. H&M's big sister is still affordable but unique to the high street, with a personal touch of the individually dip-dyed paper bags to take away your goodies in. Looking forward to getting my hands on some chunky platforms, simple cut blazers and gold jewellery. The label will be launched online from tomorrow, so check it out here.