How to adapt a velvet jacket for the daytime

How to adapt a velvet jacket for the daytime

I love velvet. It is one of my favourite fabrics. It always feels so luxurious. Often we think of velvet as too dressy to wear during the day. So I…

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The luxury of velvet

The luxury of velvet

I love the luxury of velvet at this time of year. It always seems so soft and glamorous. It can be worn day or evening. Combine a velvet blazer with…

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Mixing velvet and lace

Mixing velvet and lace

One of my favourite style tricks is to mix unusual fabrics. This season I have been experimenting with wearing what are usually considered to be evening fabrics during the day…

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Velvet jackets look so rich and elegant

Velvet jackets look so rich and elegant

This sumptuous green velvet jacket from Hush (reduced from £129 to £105) is one of my major purchases this season. I am extremely happy with it. It can be dressed…

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How to mix pink and green successfully

How to mix pink and green successfully

It seems strange writing this post as the photographs were taken just before Christmas with my wonderful photographer Laura Hines. They were shot just outside where I live in our…

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