While I’ve always tried to buy natural materials, and especially since, like many women, have experienced hormonal changes, I’m certain I haven’t shopped responsibly and only rarely boycotted certain brands or High Street shops and chains. I don’t have an excuse. But my eyes were again opened to the issue of the impact of Fast […]
The Power of Glamour
Book Review: The Power of Glamour (The women who defined the magic of stardom) Author: Annette Tapert Aurum Press 1999 This is not a new book, and the copy I have is a second hand, old library book. Despite the title it’s not a glamorous book. The cover has a drab pencil drawing of Hollywood […]
Book Review: Dressing the Queen – Angela Kelly
I’ve just read this lovely book which gives an insight into the world of the Queens Jubilee Wardrobe (in particular) and the team that dress her on a daily basis and for all state and official events. This is a lovely coffee table book – which is beautifully illustrated. It was a pleasure to see […]
Look younger for longer
I’ve just finished reading a book called “Look younger for longer (Easy ways to drop a decade)” by Lesley Ann Reynolds. Patsy Kensit is quoted on the front cover saying “Brilliant Advice, Amazing Results”. I couldn’t resist and got reading straight away.