Travel – Jalan Interior

Monthly Recap – May

PAM’S PICKS I visited a pop-up shop at Hy Stonehaven with Pam’s Picks, a terrific selection of eclectic hand-picked antique & vintage interior pieces sourced from flea markets and auctions all over the UK & Europe. I particularly loved the vintage fashion artwork and furnishings like this rustic preloved wooden desk. CABIN COFFEE I finally had…

Travel Décor: Brighid on Isle of Lewis

Easter this year was spent exploring the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, more specifically driving around the Isles of Lewis and Harris (read more about that in last week’s Monthly Recap blog below). Our ‘home away from home’ for the long weekend was Brighid, a brand-new Airbnb located on the west coast near the very top of…

Monthly Recap – March & April

I dropped the ball last month by not including my Monthly Recap, so I have combined the going ons of March and April into this one post. A few treats and trips as well as some new Esty items for sale and FINALLY getting back into my interior sketching! SIX BY NICO I managed to…

Focus: Love Shack Fancy

Clothing brand Love Shack Fancy have opened their first international shop on Westbourne Grove in Notting Hill and the interior is the epitome of girly romanticism. Think trendy Grandmacore combined with Victorian glamour and in keeping with the clothing style, the décor feels flirty, daring, and elegant. We bought most of the interiors in the…

Monthly Recap – February

This month I stayed in London for over a week, and it was the perfect opportunity to explore the city and visit shops, pop ups and art installations I normally would not have the time to see. WESTBOURNE GROVE I visited my old neighbourhood, popping into Diptique (if only to breathe in the stunning smells) and I…

Monthly Recap – January

Brand new year.. and I feel like 2023 is going to be a good one! This month has been both a busy one and slow start. Lots happening behind the scenes, but I did manage to squeeze in a weekend trip to Edinburgh where I snuck in some yummy food, drink, and of course gorgeous…

Monthly Recap – October

THE SAVOY The month started off with a fantastic treat, a visit to The Savoy in London. I had been gifted a voucher for Champagne Afternoon Tea a couple years ago, prior to lockdown, so we were finally able to make use of it. Despite growing up and living in London for years I had never actually…

Travel Décor: Oku Kos

Having just got back from a holiday to Kos, I have been inspired to start a Travel Décor series on my blog where I can share the stylish interiors of any hotels or locations I visit. It feels so nice to be able to travel freely again after a few years of uncertainty, cancellations, and…

History of Styles- Louis XVI Neoclassical

SOCIAL HISTORY The last king of France afore the French Revolution, Louis XVI tackled disgruntlement and dissatisfaction as well as a vastly growing resentment towards the monarchy. During his reign, Louis XVI was considered to be ill equipped to deal with political and foreign policies, described as uncommunicative and sombre. As the country’s debt was…

Monthly Recap – July

This month I popped down to London for a mini weekend adventure and long overdue catch up with family & friends. The sun was out, and the heat was balmy (much more humid than I am used to in the Scottish Highlands), but I managed to squeeze in a few fun locations to make the…

Monthly Recap – June

DORNOCH The Platinum Jubilee weekend was spent in the north of Scotland near the lovely, picturesque town of Dornoch. There were so many celebrations and events going on, and the best bit was finally getting some summer sunshine. Dornoch has a brilliant selection of delicious restaurants, interesting antique and boutique shops as well as stunningly…

Focus: The Treehouse

Once thought of as a whimsical childhood play spot, the Treehouse has evolved into a contemporary design trend featured in hotels and unique Air B&B locations around the world. Constructed at height around a tree or within a forest, these designs are often formed around a concept of ‘tech free’ relaxation and ‘off-the-grid’ escapism. Treehouse…

Monthly Recap – May

THE FIFE ARMS A visitor from London meant scooting over to Braemar to show off and have another nosey at The Fife Arms (any excuse really). A scrumptious Sunday roast and a wander around the hotel for lots of insta snaps, including my favourite nook, the Art Deco inspired Elise’s Bar with the stunning vintage…

The Fife Arms – Artwork

One of the most exclusive and remarkable aspects of The Fife Arms Hotel is the display of marvellous artwork that adorns its walls. A showcase of contemporary and topical art by the owners Iwan Hauser and Manuela Wirth, otherwise known as Hauser + Wirth. Founded in 1992 the art gallery originally began in Zurich, however,…

Memphis Style

Founded in 1981 Milan, Italy by Ettore Sottsass, The Memphis Group integrated designers and artists that produced unique and ground-breaking fabric, furniture and ceramics. A style characterised by bold, brash patterns and clashing colour palettes, Memphis seemingly responded to customary design and trends preferring to generate any type of reaction, good or bad. Pushing boundaries…