Alexander McQueen Sample Sale

The McQueen sample sale is being held at the moment at a fabulous house near Farringdon. Being a student I knew I was not going to be able to afford anything, but thought I'd go along anyway to check it out! And what a treat it was; intricately made clothes, wonderful shoes and an endless array of skull encrusted jewels - it certainly did not disappoint!

H&M jersey top, $23

Temperley London flared skirt, $1,200

B Brian Atwood peep toe high heels

Topshop cateye sunglasses

Statement Necklaces

rag & bone/JEAN distressed boyfriend jeans
Madison Harding shoes
Chain necklace Jeweliq
Top, Weekday

Lovecrumbs, Edinburgh

A lovely little cafe that sits on West Port, at the West end of Edinburgh, near the ECA is Lovecrumbs. Endless yummy cakes are on offer, as well as an array of teas and fresh coffees with unlimited hot water! They also sell little additions on the side such as yummy jam for £6!

Today's outfit

Jeans, H&M; shoes, Converse; necklace, H&M; top, Topshop

Farhi By Nicole Farhi stretch pants 
Zara strappy heels
Topshop jewelry

Home-made Pasta

First use of the pasta machine! We chose a Jamie Oliver recipe, a ricotta, parmesan and pecorino tortellini with sage butter, and just did a basic pasta recipe using 00 flour. We did it as a starter, and gave each person roughly 6 pieces each which was the perfect amount. Although it was quite time consuming folding each tortellini parcel, it was definitely worth it in the end! Find the recipe here.

Marni color block top
Marni cotton pants
Marni leather shoes
Marni jewelry

Instagram

I know, very behind the times, but only just got an iPhone (yippee!) and my obsession with Instagram is already getting bad...

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.